Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Northwest
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This is the fifth release of the Northwest Area Coniingency Plan (NWACP). Federal,
state, tribal and local government representatives as well as representatives from
commercial, non-profit, and private concerns continue to drive this planning effort
from the ground up. This plan supersedes the September 1996 release . This
document continues to function as the Washington Statewide Master Plan as the
primary planning and response document for oil spill and hazardous release
response. For Oregon the NWACP was approved by the Oregon Emergency
Response System Council in June 1996 as the state's oil and hazardous materials
emergency response plan. For Idaho, state law requires additional steps to be taken
before the plan can be legally accepted. In the interim, this plan will be used
wherever possible and acts as primary guidance for responders in those states for oil
spill and hazardous release incidents. All federal, state, and local organizations
signatory to the Northwest Area Committee should use this plan for responses to oil
and hazardous materials spills and for drills and exercises.
As with the last release, this revision represents the basic plan. It is the summation
of policies and procedures for two Coast Guard Captain of the Port Zones, EPA
Inland Region Ten, and for the States of Oregon, Idaho, and Washington. It
provides federal, state, and local responders in the Pacific Northwest a single
comprehensive planning and response document. Since the September 1996
release, every word in the plan has been reviewed. The entire document has been
reformatted along NIIMS ICS lines with the USCG Oil Spill Field Operations Guide
(FOG) referenced throughout. Large blocks of material have been relocated to
make for a more cohesive document.
Twenty-three Geographic Response Plans (GRP's) exist for the waters of
Washington and Oregon; they are considered part of the NWACP but are distributed
and revised separately.
The Northwest Area Committee encourages participation by all interested parties in
the continuing Area Planning process. Comments, suggestions, and corrections
should be directed in writing to the signatory agency whose material is being
commented on or by using the comment sheet included with the plan.
The effective date of this plan is November 1, 1998.
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Veentjer J
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard
Marine Safety Division
Commander, Thirteenth CG District
Regional Response Team Rep.
Ir. Chris D. Field
Emergency Planning Coordinator
Environmental Protection Agency
Regional Response Team Rep.
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Captain, U.S. Coast Guard
Captain of the Port, Portland
NW Area Committee Member
Myles S. Boothe
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard
Captain of the Port, Puget Sound
NW Areaf Committee Member
Mr Bill Bishop
Chief, Idaho State
Hazardous Materials Bureau
NW Area Committee Member
Mr. Michael Sibley II
On-Scene Coordinator
Environmental Protection Agency
NW Area Committee Member
Ir. Joe Stohr
Spills Program Manager
Washington State Dept. of Ecology
NW Area Committee Member
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Record of Changes
Date
Change Number
Entered By
July 1, 1993
Original Release
July 1, 1994
First Revision
Sept amber 1, 1995
Change 2
July 1, 1996
Change 3
November 1, 1998
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REQUIRED NOTIFICATIONS
All spills of oil or hazardous substance into navigable waters and all spills
of a reportable quantity of hazardous substances (40CFR Part 302) must be
immediately reported by the spiller to the National Response Center (NRC).
The NRC will contact appropriate local USCG or Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) offices. Notifying state offices does not relieve the spiller
from federal requirements to notify the NRC.
National Response Center (NRC)
1-800-424-8802 Toll Free
1-202-267-2675 Toll Call
All spills of oil into Washington State waters must be immediately reported
to the Washington State EMD. Marine casualties, disabled vessels or near-
miss incidents should also be reported.
The Washington Emergency Management Division (EMD)
24-hour Emergency Spill Response
1-800-258-5990
or
1-800-OILS-911
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For spills of hazardous substances, the spiller is required to notify the
nearest regional office of Ecology.
The Washington State Department of Ecology
24-hour Emergency Spill Response
Northwest Office, Bellevue: 1-425-649-7000
Southwest Office, Olympia: 1-360-407-6300
Central Office, Yakima: 1-509-575-2490
Eastern Office, Spokane: 1-509-456-2926
Marine Safety Field Offices
Puget Sound, Seattle: 1-206-389-2431
Columbia River, Portland: 1-503-229-6103
All spills of a reportable quantity oil or hazardous substances in Oregon
must be reported by the spiller to:
The Oregon Emergency Response System (OERS)
24-hour Emergency Spill Response
1-800-452-0311 or 1-800^01 LS-911 (in Oregon)
(503) 378-6377 outside Oregon
Reportable Quantities:
For oil: If spilled into waters of the state, or escape into waters of the state
is likely, any quantity of oil that would produce a visible oily slick, oily
solids, or coat aquatic life, habitat or property with oil, but excluding normal
discharges from properly operating marine engines; if spilled on the surface
of the land, any quantity of oil over one barrel (42 gallons).
For hazardous substances see OAR 340-108-010(1).
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The party responsible for a spill in Idaho State waters is required by Idaho
State law to notify the following:
Idaho Bureau of Hazardous Materials (BHM)/
Idaho Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
24-hour Emergency Notification
1-800-632-8000 or 911 (in Idaho)
1-208-334-4570 (outside idaho)
In addition to contacting the NRC, spillers may contact the nearest USCG or
EPA office. For spills in coastal navigable waters of Puget Sound, Strait of
Juan de Fuca, and the Washington Coast north of the Queets River contact:
USCG Marine Safety Office Puget Sound
1-206-217-6232
For spills occurring in coastal navigable waters of the Columbia River, the
Oregon Coast, and the Washington Coast south of the Queets River contact:
USCG Marine Safety Office Portland
1-503-240-9301
For spills occurring in inland waters of Washington, Oregon, Idaho contact:
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Seattle
1-206-553-1263
Spills into water shared by two states must be reported to both.
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FIRST RESPONDER GUIDELINES!
REMAIN UPWIND, UPHILL OR UPSTREAM OF THE INCIDENT. FROM A SAFE
DISTANCE, assess the situation. Use binoculars, if available, to view the scene.
Attempt to determine if radiological materials or hazardous substances are present.
Observe and note the following:
• Effects on people, animals, and the environment;
• Container types, markings, placards and labels. If available, use the DOT Emergency
Response Guidebook for reference;
• Signs of any released or discharged substances and any unusual or pungent odors (move
farther away or upwind if you detect an odor an are not positive it is safe);
• Wind direction and prevailing weather;
• Distance and direction of nearby dwellings; and
• Distance and direction of any nearby surface water.
The initial responder shall then make notifications as listed in the preceding pages.
The initial responder shall not enter an area where the responder may become a victim,
even to rescue another.
Until help arrives, the initial responder should:
• Cordon off the incident area and establish a safe zone. If chemical vapors or flammable/
explosive materials are involved, evacuate all persons from the immediate area and remain
upwind of the incident area; if sources of radiations radioactive materials are suspected to
be involved, use the principles of time, distance and shielding to reduce potential exposure;
• Enter the incident area only if properly trained and equipped with appropriate protective
clothing and equipment;
• Render first aid to victims; be sure to notify medical personnel if radiation exposure or
contamination is suspected;
• Serve as an on-scene communication point;
• Brief the response team leader or incident commander upon arrival.
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Initial Assessment/ Information Check-off List
The following information should be provided by the spiller or reporting agency:
Time of call -
Caller Name, Address, & Phone Number -
Vessel/Facility Information:
1. Name
2. Name of Vessel, Railcar/Truck Number or other identifying information
3. Type and size of vessel/facility
4. Nationality (Vessel Only)
5. Location of Incident (Specific)
6. Date & Time of Incident (or when discovered)
7. Type of Incident (Explosion, Grounding, etc.)
8. Pollutants/Substances Released
9. Source of Material Released
10. Estimated Amount Spilled
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11. Total Potential Quantity
12. Total Already Released
13. Spill/released Into Air, Ground, Water or Subsurface
14. Weather/Sea Conditions
15. Point of Contact (Responsible Party Name, Phone & Address)
16. Vessel/Facility Agent(s) (Name & Phone)
17. Name of Carrier
18. Number & Type of Injuries or Fatalities
19. Who is on-scene
20. What response activities are being done or have been completed
21. Whether Evacuations have occurred
22. Estimated Dollar amount of Property Damage
23. Other Agencies Notified
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First Federal Official On Scene
The first federal official affiliated with an NRT member agency to arrive at the scene of a
discharge should coordinate activities under the NCP; and is authorized to initiate, in
consultation with the FOSC, any necessary actions normally carried out by the FOSC until the
arrival of the predesignated FOSC. This official may initiate federal Fund-financed actions only
as authorized by the FOSC.
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Table of Contents
Letter of Transmittal ii
Record of Changes iv
Emergency Notification Information v
Table of Contents xii
1000 INTRODUCTION 1-4
1100 Authority 1-5
1110 Federal 1-5
1120 Washington State 1-5
1130 Oregon State 1-6
1140 Idaho State 1-7
1200 Reserved for future use 1-7
1300 Area Committee Purpose and Objectives 1-7
1400 Geographic Boundaries 1-7
1500 National Response System 1-8
1510 National Response Structure 1-8
1520 National Response Team 1-8
1530 Regional Response Teams 1-8
1540 Area Response Structure 1-9
1600 Regional Response Team Standing Membership 1-13
1610 RRT Co-Chairs 1-14
1620 OSCs 1-14
1630 Federal Representatives 1-14
1640 State Representatives 1-14
1650 Associated Membership 1-14
1700 Response Policy 1-14
1710 National Response Policy 1-16
1720 State Response Policy 1-16
1730 Multinational Policy 1-18
1760 Responsible Party Policy 1-19
1800 Reserved for future use 1-24
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1900 Reserved for future use 1-24
2000 COMMAND 2-3
2100 Command Structure - Unified Command 2-3
2110 Command & General Staff Planning Cycle Guide 2-5
2200 Command/Staff Elements: Roles and Responsibilities 2-5
2210 Incident Commander 2-6
2220 Information Officer 2-6
2230 Safety Officer 2-6
2240 Liaison Officer 2-7
2250 Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) 2-7
2260 Incident Investigation 2-8
2300 Reserved for Future Use 2-8
2400 Reserved for Future Use 2-8
2500 Reserved for Future Use 2-8
2600 Reserved for Future Use 2-8
2700 Reserved for Future Use 2-8
2800 Reserved for Future Use 2-8
2900 Reserved for Future Use 2-8
3000 OPERATIONS 3-4
3100 Operations Section Organization 3-4
3110 Operations Section Planning Cycle Guide 3-5
3200 Roles and Responsibilities 3-5
3210 Operations Section Chief 3-6
3220 Staging Area Manager 3-6
3230 Air Operations Branch Director 3-6
3240 Recovery & Protection Branch Director 3-6
3250 Emergency Response Branch Director 3-7
3260 Wildlife Branch 3-7
3300 Initial Emergency Communication 3-14
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3400 Tactical Response Options 3-14
3410 Situational Assessment 3-15
3420 Containment and Cleanup 3-16
3430 Monitoring and Controlling Oil Movement 3-17
3440 Removal and Disposal 3-17
3450 Demobilization 3-17
3460 Salvage 3-18
3500 Reserved for Future Use 3-24
3600 Reserved for Future Use 3-24
3700 Reserved for Future Use 3-24
3800 Reserved for Future Use 3-24
3900 Reserved for Future Use 3-24
4000 PLANNING 4-5
4100 Planning Section Organization 4-5
4110 Planning Section Planning Cycle Guide 4-6
4200 Roles and Responsibilities 4-7
4210 Planning Section Chief Responsibilities 4-7
4220 Situation Unit 4-7
4230 Resources Unit 4-7
4240 Technical Specialists 4-7
4250 Documentation Unit 4-8
4260 Demobilization Unit 4-8
4270 Environmental Unit 4-8
4300 Compliance Guidance 4-9
4310 Statutory Guidance - Federal 4-9
4320 National Responsible Party Policy 4-11
4400 Environmental Sensitivity Indices, Maps & Information 4-21
4410 Puget Sound, Washington COTP Area of Responsibility 4-21
4420 Environmental Protection Agency Area of Responsibility 4-21
4430 Portland, Oregon COTP Area of Responsibility 4-21
4500 Strategic Response Priorities 4-21
4510 General Hierarchy of Strategic Planning Priorities 4-21
4600 Strategic Response Options 4-22
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4610 Sensitive Areas 4-22
4620 Dispersants 4-23
4630 In-Situ Burning 4-31
4640 Decanting 4-40
4650 Bioremediation 4-44
4700 Reserved for Future Use 4-45
4800 Reserved for Future Use 4-45
4900 Reserved for Future Use 4-45
5000 LOGISTICS 5-8
5100 Logistics Section Organization 5-8
5110 Logistics Section Planning Cycle Guide 5-9
5200 Roles and Responsibilities 5-9
5210 Logistics Section Chief Responsibilities 5-10
5220 Service Branch Director 5-10
5230 Communication Unit Leader 5-10
5240 Medical Unit Leader 5-10
5250 Food Unit Leader 5-10
5260 Support Branch Director 5-11
5270 Supply Unit Leader 5-11
5280 Facilities Unit Leader 5-11
5290 Ground Support Unit Leader 5-11
5300 Communications 5-11
5310 Frequencies 5-12
5320 Federal/State/Commercial Communication Resources 5-16
5330 MOUs 5-20
5400 Area Resources: Infrastructure 5-21
5410 Incident Facilities 5-21
5420 MSO Puget Sound Resource List 5-23
5430 MSO Portland Resource List 5-100
5500 Area Resources: Response Equipment 5-106
5510 Summary of Area Resources 5-106
5600 Area Resources: Personnel and Services 5-137
5610 Federal Resources/Agencies 5-137
5620 State Resources/Agencies 5-141
5630 Local Resources/Agencies 5-161
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5640 Private Resources 5-163
5700 Reserved for Future Use 5-164
5800 Reserved for Future Use 5-164
5900 Reserved for Future Use 5-164
6000 FINANCE/ADMINISTRATION 6-4
6100 Finance/Administration Section Organization 6-4
6110 Finance/Administrative Section Planning Cycle Guide 6-5
6200 Roles and Responsibilities 6-6
6210 Finance Section Chief Responsibility 6-6
6220 Time Unit 6-6
6230 Procurement Unit 6-6
6240 Compensation/Claims Unit 6-7
6250 Cost Unit 6-7
6300 FOSC Access to Federal Funds 6-7
6310 National Pollution Fund Center (NPFC) 6-7
6320 Revolving Fund/OSLTF 6-7
6330 Hazardous Substance Response Trust-Fund 6-7
6400 Other Access to Funds 6-8
6410 State Access to the OSLTF 6-8
6420 Lead Administrative Trustee Access to the Fund 6-9
6430 Claims Against Fund 6-9
6440 State Access to the CERCLA Fund 6-9
6450 Access to the Washington State Oil Spill Response Account 6-10
6500 Federal Fund Documentation & Cost Recovery Procedures 6-11
6510 Letters 6-12
6520 Reports 6-12
6530 Required Washington State OSRA Documentation 6-12
6540 Washington State OSRA Approval & Reimbursement Process 6-13
6600 Damage Assessment Procedures 6-16
6610 Washington State Damage Assessment Procedures 6-16
6700 Reserved for Future Use 6-16
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6800 Reserved for Future Use 6-16
6900 Reserved for Future Use 6-16
7000 HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES(HAZSUB) UNIQUE INFORMATION 7-3
7100 Introduction 7-3
7110 Definitions 7-3
7120 Authorities 7-3
7200 Command 7-4
7210 Command Structure 7-4
7220 Notifications 7-4
7230 Public Information 7-5
7240 Health and Safety 7-6
7300 Operations 7-6
7310 Specialized Emergency Response Teams 7-6
7320 Contractor Support 7-14
7330 Equipment 7-20
7400 Planning 7-20
7410 Initial Response Actions/Hazard Identification 7-20
7420 Mitigation 7-24
7430 Long Term Cleanup 7-26
7500 Logistics 7-27
7600 Finance 7-27
7610 Local Government Reimbursement 7-27
7620 Cost Documentation 7-32
7700 Reserved for Future Use 7-32
7800 Reserved for Future Use 7-32
7900 Reserved for Future Use 7-32
8000 MARINE F1REFIGHTING 8-3
8100 MSO Puget Sound Marine Firefighting Plan 8-3
8200 MSO Portland Marine Firefighting Plan 8-4
8300 Open for District/Area Committee Designation 8-5
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8400 Open for District/Area Committee Designation 8-5
8500 Reserved for Future HQ Designation 8-5
8600 Reserved for Future HQ Designation 8-5
8700 Reserved for Future HQ Designation 8-5
8800 Reserved for Future HQ Designation 8-5
8900 Reserved for Future HQ Designation 8-5
9000 AREA PLANNING DOCUMENTATION 9-5
9100 RRT & Area Committee Charter Membership 9-5
9110 RRT Co-Chairs 9-5
9120 Area Committee Organization 9-15
9200 Plan Review. & Process 9-18
9210 Plan Implementation 9-18
9220 Exercises 9-18
9230 Revision/Update Requirements 9-20
9300 Planning Assumptions - Background Information 9-21
9400 Spill & Discharge History 9-21
9500 Spill Scenarios 9-21
9510 General 9-21
9520 Worst-Case Discharge 9-21
9530 Maximum Most Probable Scenarios for the Coastal Area 9-27
9540 Most Probable Discharge Scenarios for the Coastal Area 9-27
9550 Seasonal Considerations 9-28
9560 Most Probable Case Scenario 1 9-28
9570 Most Probable Case Scenario 2 9-30
9580 Worst-Case Scenario for Inland Area 9-32
9590 Maximum Most Probable Scenarios for Inland Area 9-33
9600 Manuals and Guidelines Created by NWACP Workgroups 9-34
9610 Joint Information Center Manual 9-35
9620 Washington State Disposal Guidelines 9-36
9630 In-Situ Burning Policy.. .(under revision) 9-37
9640 Northwest Area Shorline Countermeasures Assessment Manual 9-38
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9650 Communications Manual 9-39
9660 Health and Safety Manual 9-40
9700 General Information on Potential Discharge Sources 9-41
9800 MOUs Between Participating Agencies 9-41
9900 Support & Reference Resources 9-41
9910 Glossary 9-41
9920 Conversion Tables 9-54
9930 Sample Communications 9-54
9940 Bibliography and Additional Resource Documents 9-54
9950 Recommended ICS Forms 9-54
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CHAPTER 1000
INTRODUCTION
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Chapter 1000 Table of Contents
1000 INTRODUCTION 1-4
1100 Authority 1-5
1110 Federal 1-5
1120 Washington State 1-5
1130 Oregon State 1-6
1140 Idaho State 1-6
1200 Reserved for future use 1-7
1300 Area Committee Purpose and Objectives 1-7
1400 Geographic Boundaries 1-7
1500 National Response System 1-8
1510 National Response Structure 1-8
1520 National Response Team 1-8
1530 Regional Response Teams 1-8
1540 Area Response Structure 1-9
1541 Federal On-Scene Coordinators 1-10
1542 Washington Response System 1-10
1543 Oregon State Response System 1-12
1544 Idaho State Response System 1-13
1545 States/BC Oil Spill Task Force 1-13
1600 Regional Response Team Standing Membership 1-13
1610 RRT Co-Chairs 1-14
1620 On-Scene Coordinators (OSCs) 1-14
1621 Inland Area 1-14
1622 Coastal Area 1-14
1630 Federal Representatives 1-14
1640 State Representatives 1-14
1650 Associated Membership 1-14
1700 Response Policy 1-14
1710 National Response Policy 1-15
1711 High-Seas Policy 1-15
1712 Coast Guard Policy 1-15
1713 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Policy 1-15
1714 Department of Defense and Department of Energy Policies 1-16
1720 State Response Policy 1-16
1721 Washington Policy 1-16
1722 Oregon Response Policy 1-16
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1723 Idaho Response Policy 1-17
1730 Multinational Policy 1-18
1760 Responsible Party Policy 1-19
1800 Reserved for future use 1-24
1900 Reserved for future use 1-24
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1000 INTRODUCTION
Area committees have been established for each area of the United States that have
been designated by the President. The area committees are comprised of personnel
from Federal and state agencies who coordinate response actions with tribal and local
governments and with the private sector. Area committees, under the coordinated
direction of Federal On-Scene Coordinators (FOSC), are responsible for developing
Area Contingency Plans (ACPs). Area committees are also required to work with the
response community to develop procedures to expedite decisions for the use of
alternative response measures.
The purpose of the Northwest Area Contingency Plan (NWACP) is:
(1) To provide for orderly and effective implementation of response actions to protect
the people, natural resources, and property of the coastal and inland zones of the
Northwest area, including the states of Washington, Oregon, and Idaho from the
impacts of oil or hazardous substances spills.
(2) To promote the coordination of and describe the strategy for a unified and
coordinated federal, state, tribal, local, potential responsible party, response contractor,
response cooperative, and community response to a discharge or substantial threat of
discharge of oil or a release of a hazardous substance from inland and marine
sources.
(3) To be consistent with the NCP and be adopted aTS the Region Ten Regional
Contingency Plan (RCP).
(4) To provide guidance to all Facility and Vessel Response Plan reviewers and Plan
holders to ensure consistency with the Area Contingency Plan.
(5) To be a guidance manual for responders.
This plan is intended for use as a guideline for response actions to spill incidents and to
ensure consistency in response to spills. Federal and state rules require that a
Responsible Party (RP), or spiller, must be able to manage spills with a predesignated
response management organization that accommodates a unified command structure
in recognition of federal, state, tribal or local jurisdiction.
The National Interagency Incident Management System (NIIMS) Incident Command
System is the recognized standard with which management systems must demonstrate
compatibility and is the measure by which regulatory agency plan reviewers, drill
evaluators & spill responders will gauge adequacy of response actions. While this
system allows considerable operational flexibility, it includes a collaborative planning
process which delineates key management position responsibilities, common use of
forms, essential Incident Action Plan elements and response personnel and equipment
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resource tracking methods.
This plan has been streamlined by adopting the USCG Oil Spill Field Operations Guide
(FOG) ICS-OS-420-1 dated June 1996. Detailed information regarding all positions
within the Unified Command can be found in this guide.
1100 Authority
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act (FWPCA)(33 USC 1321 et seq) addresses
development of a National Planning and Response System. As part of this system, in
conjunction with the National Contingency Plan (NCP), these plans are to address
responses to worst-case discharges of oil or hazardous substances, and mitigation or
prevention of a substantial threat of discharge from a vessel, offshore facility, or
onshore facility. The Area Committee is also responsible for working with the response
community to plan for joint response efforts, including spill containment, mechanical
recovery, use of dispersants, in-situ burning, shoreline cleanup, protection of sensitive
areas, and protection, rescue, and rehabilitation offish and wildlife.
1110 Federal
Designating areas, appointing area committee members, determining information to be
included in, and review of area contingency plans, has been delegated by Executive
Order 12777 of 22 October 1991, to the Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
(through the Secretary of Transportation) for the coastal zone, and to the Administrator
of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the inland zone. The coastal zone
and inland zone are defined in the NCP (40 CFR 300.5). The EPA has responsibility
for response in all areas inland of the coastal zone. The Coast Guard has designated
as Areas, those portions of the Captain of the Port (COTP) zones which are within the
coastal zone and for which area committees will prepare area contingency plans. COTP
zones are described in Coast Guard regulations (33 CFR Part 3). This is the ACP for
Coast Guard COTP Zones Puget Sound and Portland, the States of Washington,
Oregon and Idaho, and the Environmental Protection Agency's Inland Region Ten
excluding Alaska.
1120 Washington State
The Northwest Area Contingency Plan - The NWACP has been adopted as the state's
Oil and Hazardous Substance Spill Prevention and Response Plan as required by
statute (see Chapter 90.56.060 RCW). This plan applies to the activities of all state and
local agencies involved in managing oil and hazardous substance spills where federal,
state and local agencies respond to a release or potential release of oil or hazardous
substances.
Ecology is the Lead State Agency - The Washington State Department of Ecology
(Ecology) is designated (see Chapter 90.56.020 RCW) as the State's lead agency, "to
oversee prevention, abatement, response, containment, and cleanup efforts with regard
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to an oil or hazardous substance spill to waters of the state. The director is the head of
the state incident command system in response to a spill of oil or hazardous
substances and shall coordinate the response efforts of all state agencies and local
emergency response personnel." The Ecology incident commander will coordinate with
other state agencies and be the principal state spokesperson in the incident command
as an advocate for all state interests.
If a responsible party fails to respond in a manner deemed reasonably consistent with
this policy and NWACP, the FOSC or Ecology may assume the lead for a portion of or
the entire response. Ecology will closely coordinate with other members of the unified
command prior to taking such action.
Cooperation with Other Government Entities - It is the policy of the State of Washington
that it will co-manage spills of oil or hazardous substances in close cooperation with
federal, local and tribal officials as provided in this plan. A coordinated approach is the
best means to provide the best protection of the state's public health and safety, natural
resources, and private property.
1130 Oregon State
This plan satisfies requirements set forth in Oregon Revised Statutes 468B.495-500
and 466.620 and replaces the Oil and Hazardous Materials Spill Contingency Plan, for
the Oregon Coast, Columbia River and Willamette River to Willamette Falls (Volume II).
This plan also satisfies ORS 401, 453.347, 466.620 and 469.611 and is part of the
requirements of Title III Section 303 of the Superfund Amendments and Re-
authorization Act of 1986. It also replaces the Oil and Hazardous Materials Emergency
Response Plan (For inland spills and non-coastal waters)[formerly Annex O]. It is
intended to be consistent with all other existing plans. The Oregon State Department of
Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead State agency on the Area Committee and
provides the lead for oil and hazardous substance spill prevention efforts, contingency
planning, and cleanup oversight for spills affecting state air, water, or land resources.
1140 Idaho State
This plan, in conjunction with the Idaho Hazardous Materials Incident Command and
Response Support Plan, functions as an appendix to Annex Z of the Idaho Emergency
Plan, Part II, Natural and Man-made Disasters. This plan may be activated independent
of the Idaho Emergency Plan. Its primary purpose is to provide effective, coordinated
emergency response support to local government by federal, state, and private
agencies for incidents involving the release or potential release of oil and hazardous
substances in Idaho. It also provides guidance to state personnel who may encounter
an incident involving oil or hazardous substances and to define the support role of
specific state agencies. This plan can be initiated at the request of local governments
when their capabilities have been exceeded. Authority for implementation of the plan is
derived from Executive Order 96-01, the Idaho Environmental Protection and Health
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Act (Idaho Code Section 39-100), the Hazardous Waste Management Act (Idaho Code
Section 39-4400), Protection from Radioactive Materials (Idaho Code Section 39-8005),
Idaho Hazardous Substances Response Act (Idaho Code 39, Chapter 71) and the
Disaster Preparedness Act (Idaho Code 46, Chapter 10).
1200 Reserved for Future Use
1300 Area Committee Purpose and Objectives
The Area Committee's primary objective is to plan for a safe, appropriate, and timely
response to all reports of oil or hazardous substance spills. The Coast Guard has
authority to respond in the Coastal Zone, the Environmental Protection Agency in the
Inland Zone, and Washington, Oregon, and Idaho respond within their respective state
boundaries. Each agency responds to reports of releases of oil or hazardous
substances to determine their nature and immediate impact on the public health and
the environment. If a responsible party is conducting proper response actions, the
appropriate on-scene coordinator will use best judgment in determining the need for
and scope of agency involvement.
1400 Geographic Boundaries
The geographic boundaries of this plan are the states of Washington, Oregon, and
Idaho which include COTP zones for Puget Sound and Portland and EPA Inland
Region Ten, excluding Alaska. The boundaries between the Coast Guard and EPA
areas of responsibility are shown in Table 1-1. The boundary for undesignated waters
shall be the nearer of 100 yards from the junction with, or the first bridge crossing, any
river discharging into a salt-water body. All waterways, which mark the boundary
between two states, e.g., the Columbia and Snake Rivers, are the joint, shared
responsibility of both states. Spills affecting, or with the potential to affect, shared water
must be reported to both states and both states will normally participate in the unified
response.
Marine Safety Office Puget Sound Zone
Marine Safety Office Portland Zone
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1500 National Response System
1510 National Response Structure
The National Response System (NRS) coordinates all government agencies with
responsibility for environmental protection in a focused response strategy for the
immediate and effective cleanup of an oil or hazardous substance discharge. It is a
three-tiered federal response and preparedness mechanism that supports the pre-
designated FOSC in coordinating national, regional, state, tribal & local government
agencies, industry, and the responsible party during a response.
The three tiers are the National Response Team, Regional Response Team, and the
OSC. The federal system is described in the NCP (40 CFR 300). The NRS does not
remove the primary responsibility of initiating and completing a proper response by the
responsible party. The NRS is used for all spills, including a Spill of National
Significance (SONS). When appropriate, the NRS is designed to incorporate a unified
command and control support mechanism consisting of the FOSC, the SOSC, and the
Responsible Party's Incident Manager and, when appropriate, tribal and local
representatives.
1520 National Response Team
The NRT consists of 15 federal agencies with responsibilities, interests, and expertise
in various aspects of emergency response to pollution incidents. The EPA serves as
chair and the Coast Guard as vice-chair of the'NRT, except when activated for a
specific incident, when the lead response agency representative serves as chair. The
NRT is primarily a national planning, policy and coordination body and does not
respond directly to incidents. The NRT provides policy guidance prior to an incident
and assistance as requested by a FOSC via an RRT during an incident. NRT
assistance usually takes the form of technical advice, access to additional
resources/equipment, or coordination with other RRTs.
1530 Regional Response Teams
There are 13 RRTs, one for each of the ten federal regions and Alaska, the Caribbean
and the Pacific Basin. Each RRT has federal and state representation. EPA and the
Coast Guard co-chair the RRTs. RRTs are planning, policy and coordinating bodies,
and may be activated during a major incident to assist the FOSC with resources. The
RRT operating in the Northwest Area has agreed to use this Area Contingency Plan as
the Regional Contingency Plan (RCP). They also provide guidance support and
approval for pursuing certain response strategies.
Regional Response Teams (RRTs) may be activated for specific incidents when
requested by the FOSC. If the assistance requested by a FOSC exceeds an RRT's
capability, the RRT may request assistance from the NRT. During an incident the RRT
may either be alerted by telephone or convened. The cognizant RRTs will also be
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consulted by the FOSC on the approval/disapproval of the use of alternative response
technologies (i.e. dispersants, bio-remediation, and other chemical counter -
measures.) when that decision has not been preapproved. The RRT may also be
consulted on the use of in situ burning.
1540 Area Response Structure
The Northwest Area Committee member agencies have adopted and will manage
spill incidents according to the following principles;
• Incident Command System - The signatory agencies will use the-National
Interagency Incident Management System (NIIMS) model Incident Command
System (ICS).
• Unified Command - When more than one of the signatory agencies arrive on-
scene to participate in managing a response action, the agencies will utilize a
unified command structure to jointly manage the spill incident. In the Unified
Command (UC), whenever possible, decisions with regard to the response will
be made by consensus and documented through a single Incident Action Plan
(IAP). When a consensus cannot be reached, the FOSC has the ultimate
decision-making authority.
• Tribal and Local Government On Scene Coordinators - The unified command
may incorporate additional tribal or local government on scene coordinators into
the command structure as appropriate.
• Responsible Party Command Structure - The person or persons responsible for
a spill incident shall utilize an incident command system which is capable of
rapidly and readily integrating into the NIIMS based ICS/UC organization utilized
by the NWACP signatory agencies.
• Response Plan Approval - The National Oil and Hazardous Substance
Contingency Plan (NCP) 40 CFR 300 requires that vessel and facility response
plans be compatible with the applicable Area Plan. Washington and Oregon
State laws have similar provisions in RCW 90.56.210 and OAR 340-047-0150(9).
Therefore, it is the policy of the Area Committee that vessel and facility response
plans be consistent with the NWACP.
The unified command structure allows for a coordinated response, which takes into
account the federal, state, tribal, local and responsible party concerns and interests
when implementing the response strategy. The FOSC has the ultimate authority in a
response operation and will exert this authority only if the other members of the unified
command are not present or are unable to reach consensus quickly.
During responses to oil and hazardous substance spills, local agencies may be involved
as part of the UC, and may provide agency representatives who interface with the
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command structure through the Liaison Officer or the SOSC. When a UC is used, a
Incident Command Post (ICP) and Joint Information Center (JIC) shall be established.
The ICP shall be as near as practicable to the spill site. All responders (federal, state,
tribal, local and private) should be incorporated into the response organization (Figure
2-1) at the appropriate level.
1541 Federal On-Scene Coordinators
MSO Puget Sound and MSO Portland maintain and manage emergency response
teams for response to discharges of oil and hazardous substances. These teams vary
in size based on the nature of the incident. In all cases, they are tasked with assessing
the discharge to determine response measures, monitor and supervise pollution
countermeasures, deploy pollution control equipment as available and necessary until a
contractor arrives, document all phases of the response, conduct investigations, and
act for the FOSC until their arrival.
The EPA Response Team consists of emergency response FOSCs located in the
regional office in Seattle and an operations offices in Boise. The FOSCs are
responsible for determining the source, cause and responsible party, as well as
initiating source control and enforcement actions as appropriate. Additional
responsibilities include ensuring containment cleanup and disposal are carried out
adequately, notification of all Natural Resources Trustees, and coordination of activities
with federal, state, tribal, and local agencies to monitor their performance. EPA also
has access to technical assistance contractors who can provide technical oversight and
other resources at spills and uncontrolled hazardous waste sites. In some cases,
EPA's technical assistance contractor may arrive on scene prior to the FOSC. Prior to
arrival of the EPA OSC, the EPA contractor will cooperate with on-site agencies but will
take direction through the EPA OSC only.
1542 Washington Response System
The Washington State Response system is designed to provide coordinated state
agency response, in cooperation with federal agencies for effective cleanup of oil or
hazardous substance spills. In Washington state:
The Department of Ecology (Ecology) acts as state Incident Commander for oil or
hazardous substance spills or threatened spills to waters of the state. Ecology provides
24-hour response to oil and hazardous substance spills when any amount of regulated
waste or hazardous substance is released to the air, land or water, or whenever oil is
spilled on land or to state waters. The agency maintains spill response teams in
Olympia, Seattle, Spokane and Yakima that provide round-the-clock response service
to emergencies that pose an immediate threat to human health and the environment.
In July 1997, the state Office of Marine Safety merged with Ecology to form a
comprehensive Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response Program within the
agency. In addition, Ecology:
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• Confirms emergency notifications;
• Determines the source and cause of an incident;
• Identifies the responsible party for an oil spill or hazardous substance release;
• Assumes responsibility for incident management and cleanup if the responsible
party is unavailable, unresponsive or unidentified;
• Sets state cleanup standards and ensures that source control, containment, cleanup
and disposal are accomplished;
• Assists in monitoring and ensuring the safety of first responders and other
personnel;
• Determines the need for and initiates appropriate enforcement actions;
• Coordinates spill response with other state and federal agencies and tribal and local
jurisdictions using the National Interagency Incident Management System (NIIMS)
model of Incident Command System (ICS);
o Establishes a Joint Information Center (JIC) with involved agencies and the
responsible party to provide current and accurate information to the community;
• Conducts on-site inspections of commercial vessels and oil handling facilities.
• Investigates the cause of commercial vessels and oil handling facility spills;
• Provides maritime expertise, such as advise on salvage operations;
• Leads, activates and coordinates the Natural Resource Damage Assessment
(NRDA) team which also includes the state departments of Fish and Wildlife, Health,
Natural Resources, and Community, Trade and Economic Development's Office of
Archaeology and Historic Preservation, and the state Parks and Recreation
Commission;
® Participates in the activities of the Washington Wildlife Rescue Coalition; and
o Notifies the appropriate resource trustee agency of injury to fish, shellfish, habitat
and other wildlife.
Under the Washington Response System, the Washington State Patrol (WSP)
assumes responsibility as Incident Commander and acts as the lead state agency
responsible for cleanup activities when oil and hazardous substance spills occur on
state highways. WSP also:
• Assists local jurisdictions with law enforcement and evacuations;
• Represents local jurisdictions as designated Incident Commander;
• Coordinates and maintains liaison with other state agencies involved with an
incident;
o Assists in receiving and disseminating warning information;
• Provides communications and technical support to the incident;
• Provides radiological monitoring;
• Provides aerial reconnaissance of impacted area;
• Coordinates fire resources when an emergency mobilization is authorized for a
hazardous substance incident; and
• Provides 24-hour, statewide communications support.
The Washington Military Department's Emergency Management Division (EMD)
maintains capabilities to make 24-hour notifications to Ecology, WSP and other
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appropriate local, tribal, state and federal agencies. EMD also:
• Activates the state Emergency Operations Center (EOC) when required;
• Coordinates state agency response activities within the state EOC, including
procurement of state resources, as requested;
• Provides public information officer support to JICs or Incident Command Posts; and
• Provides communication links on an ongoing basis.
During oil and hazardous substance spills and releases, the Washington Department
of Fish and Wildlife (Fish and Wildlife);
« Coordinates the activities of the Washington Wildlife Rescue Coalition. Rescues
and rehabilitates wildlife injured during oil and hazardous substance spills and
releases;
• Assists in identification of fish and wildlife protection needs;
• Assists in reconnaissance and NRDA efforts.
The state Department of Health is responsible for handling environmental spills and
releases involving radioactive substances. They assist in determination of public health
impacts to fish and shellfish harvesting and consumption.
The state Department of Natural Resources assists is the identification of aquatic
habitat/state lands protection needs.
The state Office of Archaeology and HistoricTPreservation assists in the ID of
historic/archaeological resource protection needs.
The state Parks and Recreation Commission assists in response activities involving
state parks lands and property.
Local jurisdictions are usually the first responders to oil and hazardous substance
spills and releases. Under the Washington Response System, local jurisdictions must
designate a local Incident Command agency, usually a fire department, or they may
delegate that responsibility to WSP. Under SARA, Title III, Local Emergency Planning
Committees (LEPCs) may be involved with planning, training, and assisting with
interagency coordination. They may also activate their local Emergency Operations
Center to support on-scene operations, make notifications and response to requests for
resources and other assistance.
1543 Oregon State Response System
The Oregon State Response system is designed to provide coordinated state agency
response, in cooperation with federal agencies, for effective clean up of an oil or
hazardous substance discharge. Specific responsibilities of state agencies for planning
and response are outlined below.
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Oregon Emergency Management (OEM) maintains 24-hour notification capability
through the Oregon Emergency Response System (OERS). The Department of
Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the Lead Agency for oil and hazardous materials
incidents, and coordinates the state's response following receipt of notification from
OERS. In performing these duties, DEQ may be assisted by several other primary and
secondary response agencies of the state.
1544 Idaho State Response System
Local Fire Departments and Departments of Emergency Management are the primary
response authority for all oil spills and hazardous materials releases. It is the state's
intent to SUPPLEMENT local response activity, not supplant it. This plan and the Idaho
Hazardous Materials Incident Command and Response Support Plan are to be
implemented when local capabilities have been exceeded by the incident. The Incident
Command System, when implemented by local government during initial response, will
allow the state to become part of the response network without disrupting local efforts.
1545 States/BC Oil Spill Task Force
States/British Columbia Oil Spill Task Force was established to provide cooperative and
coordinated oil spill response and prevention efforts. Since its formation in March 1989,
it has grown to include the states of Alaska, Oregon, Washington, and California, and
the Province of British Columbia, Canada. The environmental agencies of the four
western states and British Columbia have agreed to work together to improve
coordinated spill response in the following ways:
o Sharing state resources and assist state OSCs during major spills if requested
® Observing state spill drills and response activities
o Debriefing after a major spill to determine what changes it might make in its
recommendations for improving spill prevention or response across state
boundaries
® Meeting annually to share information and coordinate state policy with federal
agencies
• Coordinating implementation efforts, such as making rules and regulations as
consistent as possible
• Conducting joint spill drills to better coordinate trans-boundary response efforts
• Updating the joint emergency response call-down list and communications
procedures
1600 Regional Response Team Standing Membership
A list of all RRT members' addresses and phone numbers can be found in section
9100.
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1610 RRT Co-Chairs
o U.S. Coast Guard
• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1620 On-Scene Coordinators (OSCs)
1621 Inland Area
• Environmental Protection Agency
1622 Coastal Area
• U.S. Coast Guard
1630 Federal Representatives
o Department of Agriculture (U.S. Forest Service)
® Department of Commerce (NOAA)
o Department of Defense (U.S. Army)
® Department of Energy
« Department of Justice
o Department of Labor (OSHA)
• Department of Transportation (USCG)
® Environmental Protection Agency
o Federal Emergency Management Agency
• Department of Health and Human Services
o Department of Interior
• Food and Drug Administration
• General Services Administration (GSA)
1640 State Representatives
• State of Idaho
• State of Oregon
« State of Washington
1650 Associated Membership
• U.S. Army
« U.S. Navy
• Federal Highway Administration
1700 Response Policy
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1710 National Response Policy
The National Response Policy is to ensure that all applicable laws and regulations are
carried out. Those laws and regulations are intended to ensure effective and
immediate removal of a discharge, and mitigation or prevention of a substantial threat
of a discharge, of oil or a hazardous substance.
1711 High-Seas Policy
Application of the Intervention on the High Seas Act (33 USC 1471 et seq.): Under
authority of the International Convention Relating to Intervention on the High Seas in
Cases of Oil Pollution Casualties, 1969, governments party to the present convention
may take such measures on the high seas as may be necessary to prevent, mitigate, or
eliminate grave and imminent danger to their coastline or related interests from oil or
hazardous substances pollution or threat of pollution. The pollution or threat of pollution
may result from a maritime casualty or acts related to such a casualty which may
reasonably be expected to result in major harmful consequences. In the event of a ship
collision, stranding, or other incident on board or external to a ship outside U.S.
Territorial waters which creates a potential threat of pollution by oil or hazardous
substances, all available information shall be relayed to the Coast Guard which will
determine whether or not grave and imminent danger to our coastline or related
interests exists. Once that determination is made, the designated FOSC shall take
measures to prevent, mitigate, or eliminate the threat.
1712 Coast Guard Policy
The Coast Guard will respond, consistent with the policy outlined in the Northwest Area
Contingency Plan. The Coast Guard may elect not to dispatch representatives to
reported discharges where representatives of another cognizant government agency
are responding. However, if Federal removal is indicated within the Coastal Zone, the
Coast Guard will respond. If the responsible party is conducting proper removal, the
Coast Guard On-Scene Coordinator will use best judgment in determining the need for
the presence of Coast Guard personnel on scene. General Coast Guard policy for
pollution response is provided in Volume VI of the Coast Guard Marine Safety Manual;
Thirteenth Coast Guard District policy is provided in Appendix 38 to Annex C to the
CCGD13 Standard Operating Procedures.
1713 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Policy
By statute, EPA is the FOSC for inland spills. In many instances, EPA is not the first
responder on scene. EPA contractors may arrive before EPA. EPA works in
cooperation with other responders but has not delegated their responsibility as FOSC.
In all spill situations, it is EPA's intent to contribute to the response by working with the
local, state, tribal authorities, general public, and Federal agencies to ensure the
information needed to maximize the effectiveness of the response effort is easily
accessible. During a response to a release, the potentially responsible parties (PRP)
are generally given the opportunity to adequately respond. The U.S. EPA works closely
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with the PRPs when they are known and willing to take action to ensure that the release
reaches an adequate and rapid conclusion with a-minimum impact on the environment.
In the event of a spill where the PRP is not identified, does not respond to contain or
clean up the spill, or does an inadequate job responding, Federal responsibilities may
include taking over the response or assuming a co-lead role in a unified command with
state and local responders.
1714 Department of Defense and Department of Energy Policies
In the case of the Department of Defense (DOD) or Department of Energy (DOE), those
agencies shall provide FOSCs/RPMs responsible for taking all response actions. DOD
will be the removal response authority with respect to incidents involving DOD military
weapons or munitions or weapons or munitions under the jurisdiction, custody, or
control of DOD. For oil spills on DOD facilities, the Coast Guard or EPA is the pre-
designated FOSC as appropriate.
1720 State Response Policy
1721 Washington Policy
Washington State law has established the Washington State Department of Ecology
(Ecology) as the pre-designated State OSC (SOSC) for all oil and hazardous substance
spills in state waters. As such, Ecology is also responsible for supporting Federal
response actions. In this role, Ecology effectively represents all State agencies and the
interests of the State and its citizens. Ecology will respond to any significant discharge
or threatened discharge. Ecology will provide local geographic and environmental
information; identify and prioritize vulnerable resources in consultation with other
resource agencies through the NRDA team; fund orphan oil spills through the Oil Spill
Recovery Act (OSRA); and coordinate with other State agencies. The State of
Washington has devised parallel statutes on water pollution and marine transportation
safety which meet, or in some cases exceed, those standards set forth in federal
legislation. Chapter 90.48 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) has made it
unlawful to cause or permit the discharge by any means, of polluting matter into the
waters of Washington State. Additionally, this Act designates the State of Washington
as a participant in the federal permit program. It is the policy of the state to use the
unified command system (UCS) (as described in Chapter 2000 of this plan) during
response to significant spills or threatened spills.
1722 Oregon Response Policy
This Area Contingency Plan provides a description of Oregon's statewide oil and
hazmat response system and outlines the responsibilities of all those who may be
involved in an incident. It provides for a coordinated Oregon state agency response as
well as detailed plans for how each of the counties and cities in the state will respond.
Oregon has a hazardous material training system that organizes and coordinates the
development and delivery of cost effective, quality hazardous materials training and
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education. The program consists of providing basic hazmat training and providing
discipline-specific training to identified target groups. The proficiency series consists of
specific qualification levels and is provided to first responders. This program is
coordinated through the Board of Public Safety Standards and Training.
To ensure a reasonable emergency response time to all parts of the state, a system of
state funded regional hazardous materials response teams consisting of highly trained
individuals has been developed. The teams are equipped and trained by the state and
manned for the most part by individuals from local fire departments and other
emergency providers.
A computerized call up system has been developed by the Office of the State Fire
Marshall. The system provides data on the location and type of hazardous materials
stored around the state. It also provides technical information on various hazardous
materials and guidance on emergency response procedures. This plan, together with
the information system, the training program and the regional teams is designed to
insure that all emergency responders are adequately prepared for hazmat incidents.
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead agency for oil or
hazardous material spills. The Oregon Health Division (OHD) is the lead state agency
for all incidents involving hazards to human beings, communicable disease agents, or
radiation emergencies other than transportation accidents. The Oregon Department of
Energy (ODOE) is the lead state agency for radioactive materials transportation
incidents. The lead state agency will provide a state on-scene coordinator (SOSC) to
direct state response and to assist the FOSC. Assistance which may be requested of
the State includes guidelines for the disposal of oily waste, identification and
prioritization of vulnerable resources, local geographic and environmental information,
counsel on cleanup and restoration standards, medical/toxicological information
through State health officials and identification of unknown pollutants.
State Assistance:
Abandoned Chemicals- The Oil and Hazardous Materials Fund may be used by DEQ to
contract for emergency removals of materials presenting public health and
environmental risk if the owner, property owner, or responsible party is unable to act.
This assistance may be on a cost reimbursement basis. Drug Lab Chemicals-DEQ's
Drug Lab Cleanup Fund. Requests must come through a law enforcement agency.
Financial reimbursement is also available through the State Fire Marshall's Office for
HAZMAT Team response within the terms of the response contract.
1723 Idaho Response Policy
Idaho uses a collaborative system in responding to hazardous materials incidents. A
single phone call to the state provides immediate access to virtually any resource
needed at a hazardous materials incident. The state's Division of Environmental
Quality plays a key role in facilitating and fostering the collaborative efforts and the
Bureau of Hazardous Materials is responsible for ensuring that emergency response is
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timely and effective. Local, state, and federal responses are expected to be
coordinated and in support of local efforts.
Unified command is the standard method of operation. The state's representative to
command under emergency or disaster conditions is designated by the Idaho Adjutant
General.
It is policy in Idaho that responders operate only within the scope of their training and
the state has set clear training guideline in the Idaho Hazardous Materials Incident
Command Response and Support Plan.
The Idaho Division of Environmental Quality directs long term site remediation efforts
with the cooperation and support of other state agencies.
1730 Multinational Policy
The United States and Canada share responsibilities in numerous locations covered by
this plan. The northern boundary of the States of Washington and Idaho is the
Canadian border. U.S. and Canadian OSCs will cooperate fully to respond to pollution
incidents which affect or threaten to affect both parties. Toward this end, the Canada-
United States Joint Marine Pollution Contingency plan (JMP) for spills of oil and other
Harmful Substances (CANUSPAC) and the Canada-United States Joint Inland Pollution
Contingency Plan (CANUSWEST) provide guidance for a joint response.
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If a spill or potential spill may impact or does impact Canadian waters or territory, the
FOSC will alert Thirteenth Coast Guard District's Marine Safety Division, and/or EPA
and recommend activation of CANUSPAC or CANUSWEST and the associated Joint
Preparedness Team (JPT). The FOSC will then contact the Canadian OSC as
necessary to coordinate response. If a spill in Canadian marine waters threatens to
impact U.S. waters, the Canadian OSC will contact the Thirteenth Coast Guard
District's Marine Safety Division, who will activate CANUSPAC
and notify COTP Puget Sound. In cases involving inland waters, the Canadian OSC
will contact EPA Region Ten. A JPT co-chair may activate the CANUSWEST if the spill
poses a threat to Canada or spreading has already occurred, or the magnitude of the
spill makes a request for assistance necessary.
Any pollution incident posing a substantial threat to the other country shall be reported
immediately by the Canadian National Environmental Emergencies Center (NEEC) or
the U.S. National Response Center (NRC), depending on the incident location. In
addition, the EPA Region Ten duty officer in Seattle shall notify the Environment
Canada duty officer in Vancouver, or vice versa, in the event of an incident with cross-
border impacts.
This Area Contingency Plan is compatible with the CANUSPAC and CANUSWEST
Joint Contingency Plans .
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1760 Responsible Party Policy
Responsible Party Conformance with NWACP
The National Contingency Plan requires that response plan holders, "prepare and
submit a plan for responding, to the maximum extent practicable, to a worst case
discharge, and to a substantial threat of such a discharge, of oil or a hazardous
substance. These response plans are required to be consistent with applicable Area
Contingency Plans."
The requirement for facility and vessel response plans to be consistent with the
Northwest Area Contingency Plan applies to:
o Vessel and facility Contingency Plan: content, review and approval;
• The execution and evaluation of spill drills and exercises: and
o The management of spill response actions.
Failure to adequately conform to the NWACP may result in: rejection of a spill
contingency/response plan; non-credit for a drill; or federal and/or state agencies
assuming direct control of a spill response action. However, it is also the policy of the
NW Area Committee that the unified command will encourage the party responsible for
a spill incident, to maintain the primary responsibility for managing the response action
sc long as they:
® Actively and cooperatively participate in the unified command structure;
® Provide an organization which is compatible with NIIMS ICS;
® Provide regular communication and documentation that assures adequate response
resources are being rapidly mobilized in proportion to the size of the incident as
discussed in the following section.
• Follow their approved spill contingency/response plan (if applicable) unless
otherwise directed, or a deviation is agreed to, by the unified command.
Requirement for a Full and Rapid Response
During the initial stages of some spill response actions adequate response resources
are not rapidly mobilized to the scene of significant oil spills. The reasons for this are:
o It is often difficult to obtain precise information on the quantity of oil or hazardous
material which has actually been released and is likely to continue to be released
until the source is controlled.
° Notification may be delayed.
o There is a tendency of some responsible parties to be very conservative in
estimating the quantity of oil spilled due to liability considerations,
o Miscommunication can occur as to the actual extent of personnel and equipment
which has been ordered and as to the time of arrival. Similarly, estimates are
sometime overly optimistic.
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• Response contractors may experience difficulty in mobilizing in a timely fashion a
portion of their response resources for various reasons.
• In some cases, state and federal on-scene coordinators are cautious in making sure
responsible parties do not mobilize unnecessary resources which would needlessly
increase the cost of the response action.
However, adequate response resources must be rapidly mobilized if initial source
control, containment and cleanup efforts are to be successful. Experience in the
Northwest has found that it is much more cost-effective and far less damaging to
natural resources to contain an oil spill rather than to remove it from the water and
beaches.
Therefore, it is the policy of the Northwest Area Committee that the response to a spill
incident should be promptly "ramped-up" to provide adequate equipment and trained
personnel to effectively respond to the highest quantity of product which will most likely
be released. If it is determined that excessive response resources are ordered or
mustered they may be canceled or demobilized to help control the cost of the response
action to the responsible party and responding agencies.
If a responsible party fails to respond in a manner deemed reasonably consistent with
this policy and NWACP, the FOSC or SOSC may assume the lead for a portion of or
the entire spill. The agency proposing to assume lead for the clean up will closely
coordinate with other members of the unified command prior to taking such action.
Another reason that rapid response and containment is important is that, while the
Northwest Area has one of the best spill response systems in the world, there are
certain weaknesses in the response community ability to mount a fully effective
response. These weaknesses are:
• Coastal Response -During certain times of the year, it is very difficult to mount an
effective response action for spills in the outer coastal environment. This difficulty is
due to the long transit distance from the major Columbia River and Puget Sound
equipment stores to the outer coast. Once equipment arrives on-scene in the
coastal environment, sea state and meteorological conditions (such as fog, wind
and rain) may dramatically limit or terminate effective oil booming and on-water oil
recovery efforts.
• Response-in- Shallow Marine Embayments - Diversion and containment booming
and intertida! shoreline clean-up is very difficult in many of the Northwest's
environmentally sensitive shallow marine estuaries such as the Columbia River,
Padilla Bay and the Nisqually Delta. Once oil enters these intertidal areas, extensive
environmental damage is likely and recovery technology has minimal effectiveness.
In these environments, conventional shoreline clean-up activities themselves can
cause extensive damage and are therefore seldom used.
• Response to Catastrophic Oil Spills - Should a catastrophic oil spill occur, it is
likely that there will not be adequate responses-resources in the Northwest Area to
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manage and clean-up the spill. Therefore, the Northwest Area will rely in part on
mutual aid from other West Coast and other jurisdictions to provide much of the
necessary response resources. In order to expedite decision making on West Coast
mutual aid, the States/British Columbia Oil Spill Task Force adopted a Mutual Aid
Plan.
West Coast Mutual Aid
During major and catastrophic spills on the West Coast, it may be necessary to
expedite the cross boundary transfer of additional response capabilities which can only
be provided by private contractors. Many of these contractors have signed
commitments with facility and/or vessel operators that, if released to another spill, would
place them out of compliance with their federal or state/provincial approved spill
contingency plan.
Some West Coast states set performance standards (benchmarks) and let the plan
holder and response contractors decide how they will be met. All major contractors
have commitments under several contingency plans. This makes equipment
"cascading" more difficult.
The members of the State/British Columbia Oil Spill Task Force are the primary state
and provincial spill prevention and response agencies for Alaska, British Columbia,
Washington, Oregon and California. In an effort to expedite and enhance the response
to major West Coast spills, the States/British Columbia Oil Spill Task Force members
pre-approved and signed the 1996 mutual aid agreement (see section 9820) which will
be activated by the unified command if additional resources are needed.
Umbrella Vessel Contingency Plans
Washington and Oregon require vessel oil spill contingency plans from all tank vessels
and cargo and passenger vessels (300 gross tons and over) to be submitted for review
and approval. There are two options vessel owners and operators have to meet these
vessel contingency plan requirements. The first option is to submit a company-specific
vessel oil spill contingency plan to the states. The other option is to enroll in one of the
organizations that operate umbrella vessel contingency plans.
The Washington State Maritime Cooperative (WSMC) and the Maritime Fire and Safety
Association (MFSA) provide contingency plan coverage, primary response contractors,
and a spill management team to enrolled vessels for a per trip fee. These services are
provided for the first 24 hours of the oil spill response. The WSMC provides this
coverage in Puget Sound, Strait of Juan de Fuca, and the Washington Coast. The
MFSA provides coverage for the Columbia River and Willamette Rivers.
Vessels enrolled with WSMC or MFSA are expected to follow the approved umbrella
contingency plan throughout the duration of the spill response. Any deviation from the
vessel contingency plan must be approved by the State and Federal On-Scene
Coordinators
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Table 1-1 Area of Responsibility Boundaries Between EPA and Coast Guard for
Major Oregon & Washington Waters
Washington
River/Canal Name
Boundary
Big Quilcene
North Quilcene Avenue Bridge
Chehalis
Route 107 Bridge South of Montesano
Clallam
State Highway 112 Bridge
Columbia
Bonneville Dam
Cowlitz
Route 4 Bridge at Kelso
Deschutes
4th Avenue Bridge, Olympia
Dosewallips
Route 101 Bridge
Duckabush
Route 101 Bridge
Dungeness
Town Road Bridge
Duwamish
102nd Street Bridge
Ebey
I-5 Bridge
Elwha
State Highway 112
Grays
Route 4 Bridge at Roseburg
Hama Hama
Route 101 Bridge
Hoh
Bridge Southwest of Hoh
Hoko
State Highway 112 Bridge
Hoquiam
Route 101 Bridge
Humptulips
Route 109 Bridge
Kalama
Interstate 5 Bridge
Lake Washington Ship Canal
Montlake Bridge
Lewis
Interstate 5 Bridge at Woodland
Little Quilcene
Rogers Street Bridge
Naselle
Route 101 Bridge
Nisqually
I-5 Bridge
Nooksack
Route 540 Bridge North of Marietta
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Table 1-1 Area of Responsibility Boundaries Boundaries Between EPA and Coast
Guard for Major Oregon & Washington Waters (Continued)
Washington (Continued)
North
Route 105 Bridge
North Nemah
Route 101 Bridge, Nemah
Ozette
North Boundary of Ozette Indian Reservation
Palix
Route 101 Bridge
Puyallup
I-5 Bridge
Pysht
Bridge Northwest of Pysht, North of Highway 112
Queets
Route 101 Bridge at Queets
Quillaute
Entrance of Dickey River
Sekiu
State Highway 112 Bridge
Skagit, North Fork
Route 511 Bridge Five Miles Southwest of Mount Vernon
Skagit, South Fork
Bridge at Conway
Skokomish, S. Fork
Route 106 Bridge
Snohomish
Great Northern Railroad Bridge at Preston Point
Sooces
Bridge Approximately One Mile South of Mukkaw Bay
Steamboat Slough
I-5 Bridge
Stillaguamish
Great Northern Railroad Bridge at Silvana
Union
State Highway 300 Bridge
Waatch
Bridge East of Makah Air Force Station
Willapa
Entrance to Ellis Sough
Wiskah
Route 101 Bridge, Aberdeen
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Table 1-1 Area of Responsibility Boundaries Boundaries Between EPA and Coast
Guard for Major Oregon & Washington Waters (Continued)
Oregon
River Name
Boundary
Alsea
Line North from Mouth of Eckham Slough
Chetco
Route 101 Bridge Brookings to Harbor
Clatskanie
Spokane, Portland and Seattle Railroad Bridge One Mile North of
Clatskanie
Columbia
Bonneville Dam
Coos
Line Due North and Due West from the Forward Range Light of
Ferndale Upper Range
Coquille
Route 101 Bridge, Bandon
Elk
Route 101 Bridge
Nehalem
Route 53 Bridge
Nestucca
Bridge Pacific City to Woods
Rogue
Route 101 Bridge Wedderburn to Gold Beach
Sandy
Interstate 84 Bridge at Troutdale
Siletz
Route 101 Bridge Kemville to Gleneden Beach
Siuslaw
Line South from Cushman
Umpqua
-
Overhead Power Cable 1.6 Miles East of Reedsport
Willamette
Oregon City Falls
Yaquina
Line Due West from Oneatta Point
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1900 Reserved for Future Use
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CHAPTER 2000
COMMAND
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Chapter 2000 Table of Contents
2000 COMMAND 2-3
2100 Command Structure - Unified Command Organization 2-3
2110 Command & General Staff Planning Cycle Guide 2-5
2200 Command/Staff Elements: Roles and Responsibilities 2-5
2210 Incident Commander 2-6
2220 Information Officer 2-6
2230 Safety Officer 2-6
2240 Liaison Officer 2-7
2250 Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) 2-7
2260 Incident Investigation 2-8
2300 Reserved for Future Use 2-8
2400 Reserved for Future Use 2-8
2500 Reserved for Future Use 2-8
2600 Reserved for Future Use 2-8
2700 Reserved for Future Use 2-8
2800 Reserved for Future Use 2-8
2900 Reserved for Future Use 2-8
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2000 COMMAND
2100 Command Structure - Unified Command Organization
Policy Statement
It is the policy of Northwest Area Committee to manage spill incidents according
to the following principles:
• Incident Command System - The signatory agencies will use the National
Interagency Incident Management System (NIIMS) model Incident Command
System (ICS)
• Unified Command - When a federal or state agency arrive on-scene to
participate in managing a response action, the agencies will utilize a unified
command structure to jointly manage the spill incident. In the unified
command, decisions with regard to the response will be made by consensus
and documented through a single Incident Action Plan (IAP).
• Tribal or Local Government On-Scene Coordinators - The unified command
may incorporate additional tribal or local government on-scene coordinators
into the command structure as appropriate.
Organizational charts for the Unified Command & Command Staff and its
subordinate units are shown in figures 2000-1 and 2000-2. They serve as
examples and are not meant to be all inclusive. The functions of the Unified
Command & Command Staff must be accomplished during an incident, however,
they can be performed by one individual or can be expanded, as needed, into
additional organizational units with appropriate delegation of authority.
Figure 2000-1. Unified Command Staff
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Investigation Team
Operations Section
Recovery &
Protection Branch
Emergency Response
Branch
Air Operations
Branch
Wildlife Branch
Staging Area
Unified Command
FOSC
sosc
LOSC
RP
Tribes
Planning Section
Resources Unit
Situation Unit
Documentation Unit
Demobilization
Unit
Environmental Unit
Scientific Support
Coordinator
Tech Specialist
Safety Officer
Joint
Information
Information
Center
Officer
Liaison Officer
Logistics Section
Service Branch
Communications
Unit
T
Medical Unit
~1
Mess/Berthing Unit
Supply Branch
Supply
I
Facilities/Security
Transportation
Finance Section
Contracting Unit
Cost Accounting
Unit
Procurement Unit
Time Unit
Figure 2000-2. UNIFIED COMMAND ORGANIZATION
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2110 Command and General Staff Planning Cycle Guide
2200 Command/Staff Elements: Roles and Responsibilities
The Area Committee has adopted the NIIMS-based Incident Command
System (ICS) as the basic model for operating a coordinated response.
Under the Unified Command Structure, the Federal government, state, and
responsible party will each provide an On-Scene Coordinator (OSC), who will
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consult each other and share decision-making authority regarding spill
response and clean-up management issues. Depending on the
circumstances of the incident, a local or tribal entity may also provide an OSC.
Together, these OSCs will jointly serve as the Unified Command.
Additional information regarding each of the positions within the Command
Staff can be found in the Oil Spill Field Operations Guide (FOG) ICS-OS-420-
1 dated June 1996.
2210 Incident Commander
Incident Commanders for oil and hazardous substance discharges will,
whenever possible and practical, be organized under the Unified Command
Structure which includes, but not limited to:
® The pre-designated Federal On Scene Coordinator (FOSC).
o The State On Scene Coordinator (OSC).
o The representative of the Responsible Party (RP).
• The local and tribal On Scene Coordinators, as appropriate.
The Unified Command is responsible for the overall management of the
incident. The Unified Command directs incident activities including the
development and implementation of "strategic decisions, approval of the
incident action plan, and approves the ordering and releasing of resources.
2220 Information Officer
The Information Officer is responsible for developing and releasing
information about the incident to the news media, to incident personnel, and to
other appropriate agencies and organizations. The IO will obtain information
from technical experts to provide to the press and other interested parties.
See section 9610 for the Joint Information Center Manual.
2230 Safety Officer
The Safety Officer is responsible for monitoring and assessing hazardous and
unsafe situations and developing measures for assuring personnel safety.
Although the Safety Officer may exercise emergency authority to stop or
prevent unsafe acts when immediate action is required, the Safety Officer will
attempt to correct unsafe acts or conditions through the regular line of
authority. The Safety Officer maintains awareness of active and developing
situations, ensures the preparation and implementation of the Site Safety
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Plan, and includes safety messages in each Incident Action Plan.
2240 Liaison Officer
Incidents that are multi-jurisdiction, or have several agencies involved, may
require the establishment of the Liaison Officer position on the Command
Staff.
The liaison officer has the following responsibilities:
• Serve as the initial point of contact for participating federal, state, and local
agencies with a vested interest in the response.
• Maintain a spill response summary distribution list for public and private
entities requesting spill response status reports.
• Receive and coordinate all calls from public and private entities offering
assistance or requesting information.
« Identify public and private concerns related to the status and effectiveness
of the spill response.
2250 Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA)
NRDA involves identifying the type and degree of impacts to public biological
and cultural resources in order to assist in restoring those resources. NRDA
may involve a range of field surveys and studies used to develop a monetary
damage claim, or may involve immediately developing a restoration plan with
the responsible party. NRDA activities for small spills typically involve
simplified assessment methods and minimal field data collection.
Given that the goals of NRDA are outside the sphere of most emergency spill
response actions, NRDA activities generally do not occur within the structure,
processes, and control of the Incident Command System. However,
particularly in the early phases of a spill response, many NRDA activities
overlap with environmental assessment performed for the sake of spill
response. Because NRDA is carried out by natural resource trustee agencies
and/or their contractors, personnel limitations may require staff to perform
NRDA and response activities simultaneously. Therefore, NRDA staff should
remain coordinated with the spill response organization, and need to work
directly with the Unified Command, Environmental Unit, Wildfire
Rescue/Rehabilitation Branch and the NOAA Scientific Support Coordinator to
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resolve any problems or address areas of overlap. While NRDA resource
requirements and costs may fall outside the responsibility of the Logistics and
Finance sections, coordination is again important.
2260 Incident Investigation
Investigators from federal and state agencies will not normally be a part of the
Unified Command. While personnel may report to individuals that are part of
the UC, the investigators should be separate so as not to introduce polarizing
forces into the Unified Command system.
2300
Reserved
for
Future
Use
2400
Reserved
for
Future
Use
2500
Reserved
for
Future
Use
2600
Reserved
for
Future
Use
2700
Reserved
for
Future
Use
2800
Reserved
for
Future
Use
2900
Reserved
for
Future
Use
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CHAPTER 3000
OPERATIONS
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Chapter 3000 Table of Contents
3000 OPERATIONS 3-4
3100 Operations Section Organization 3-4
3110 Operations Section Planning Cycle Guide 3-5
3200 Roles and Responsibilities 3-5
3210 Operations Section Chief 3-6
3220 Staging Area Manager 3-6
3230 Air Operations Branch Director 3-6
3240 Recovery & Protection Branch Director 3-6
3250 Emergency Response Branch Director 3-7
3260 Wildlife Branch 3-7
3261 Volunteer Organizations 3-7
3262 Washington 3-7
3262.1 Roles and Responsibilities for Volunteer Management 3-8
3262.2 Wildlife Volunteer Management 3-8
3262.3 Safety Equipment 3-9
3262.4 Tracking System for Volunteers 3-10
3262.5 Food/Lodging/Transportation Costs 3-10
3262.6 Financial Tracking/ Cost Recovery 3-11
3262.7 Volunteer Supervision 3-11
3262.8 Potential Wildlife Volunteer Tasks 3-11
3262.9 Non-wildlife Related Volunteer Management 3-12
3262.10 Emergency Worker Program 3-12
3262.11 Washington Wildlife Rescue Coalition 3-13
3262.12 Adopt-a-Beach 3-13
3263 Oregon Volunteer Management Policy 3-13
3263.1 General Policy 3-13
3263.2 Mobilization 3-14
3263.3 Pre-Trained Volunteers 3-14
3263.4 Coordination and Supervision 3-14
3263.5 Idaho Volunteer Management Policy 3-14
3300 Initial Emergency Communication 3-14
3400 Tactical Response Options 3-14
3410 Situational Assessment 3-15
3420 Containment and Cleanup 3-16
3430 Monitoring and Controlling Oil Movement 3-17
3440 Removal and Disposal 3-17
3450 Demobilization 3-17
3460 Salvage 3-18
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3461 Strandings 3-18
3461.1 Stabilization Phase 3-18
3461.2 Refloating Phase 3-23
3461.3 Post - Refloating Phase 3-23
3462 Salvage Response For Other Than Strandings 3-24
3500 Reserved for Future Use 3-24
3600 Reserved for Future Use 3-24
3700 Reserved for Future Use 3-24
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3000 OPERATIONS
3100 Operations Section Organization
The following is an organizational chart of the Operations Section and its
subordinate units. It serves as an example and is not meant to be all inclusive.
The functions of the Operations Section must be accomplished during an
incident, however, they can be performed by one individual or can be expanded,
as needed, into additional organizational units with appropriate delegation of
authority.
Information regarding the Operation Section and Staff positions within the
command can be found in the Oil Spill Field Operations Guide (FOG) ICS-OS-
420-1 dated June 1996.
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3110 Operations Section Planning Cycle Guide
3200 Roles and Responsibilities
The Operations Section is responsible for the direction and coordination of all
incident tactical operations. This is done under the direction of the Operations
Section Chief.
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Not all positions will always be manned, the Incident Commander may
create/modify positions in the ICS Structure as deemed necessary. This
authority may be delegated to the Section Chief. All functions not assigned by
the Section Chief remain the responsibility of the Section Chief.
3210 Operations Section Chief
The Operations Section Chief is responsible for the management of all
operations directly applicable to the primary mission. The Operations Chief
activates and supervises elements in accordance with the Incident Action Plan
and directs its execution; activates and executes the Site Safety Plan; directs the
preparation of unit operational plans, requests or releases resources, makes
expedient changes to the Incident Action Plans as necessary, and reports such
to the Incident Commander.
3220 Staging Area Manager
Under the Operations Section Chief, the Staging Area Manager is responsible for
managing all activities within the designated staging areas.
3230 Air Operations Branch Director
The Air Operations Branch Director, who is ground based, is primarily
responsible for preparing the air operations portion of the Incident Action Plan.
The Incident Action Plan will reflect agency restrictions that have an impact on
the operational capability or utilization of resources such as night flying or hours
per pilot. After the Incident Action Plan is approved, air operations is responsible
for implementing its strategic aspects, those that relate to the overall incident
strategy as opposed to those that pertain to tactical operations like specific target
selection. Additionally, the Air Operations Branch Director is responsible for
providing logistical support to helicopters operating on the incident. Specific
tactical activities including target selection, or suggested modifications to specific
tactical actions in the Incident Action Plan, are normally performed by the Air
Tactical Group Supervisor working with ground and air resources.
3240 Recovery and Protection Branch Director
The Recovery and Protection Branch Director is responsible for overseeing and
implementing the protection, containment and cleanup activities established in
the Incident Action Plan. The Recovery and Protection Branch coordinates with
the Environmental Unit in the Planning Section regarding changes or additions to
GRP strategy implementation. Although the Environmental Unit assumes lead
responsibility for Shoreline Cleanup Assessment Teams (SCATs), the Recovery
and Protection Branch works directly with SCATs during field response activities.
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3250 Emergency Response Branch Director
The Emergency Response Branch Director is primarily responsible for
overseeing and implementing emergency measures to protect life, mitigate
further damage to the environment, and stabilize the situation.
3260 Wildlife Branch
The branch is responsible for:
® Implementing wildlife rescue and rehabilitation plans developed with
involvement from the state and federal Fish and Wildlife agencies, spill
response contractors, and private wildfire care groups.
Wildlife rescue/rehabilitation duties include:
• Conducting wildlife rescue/rehabilitation operations
• Conducting aerial and ground reconnaissance for dead/injured wildlife
• Transportation of dead/injured wildlife
• Establishing treatment and rehabilitation facilities
• Implementing volunteer training/management plans
e Release of rehabilitated wildlife
• Disposal of dead wildlife
• Maintaining evidence and records
• Coordinating with Planning Section and the Environmental Unit
3261 Volunteer Organizations
3262 Washington
To work at wildlife rescue, potential volunteers must meet the following minimum
requirements:
• Must be at least 18 years old (exceptions may be granted for 16- and 17-
year-olds by L&l and the Department of Fish and Wildlife).
• Must be registered by the Department of Fish and Wildlife.
• Must receive required training.
• Must be covered by worker's compensation.
• Must complete work according to standard operating procedures.
All wildlife work force members, including volunteers, must complete training
prior to performing any tasks. Safety is one of the most important aspects of
wildlife collection and rehabilitation efforts. All volunteers and workers must
receive the appropriate training required by the Washington State Industrial
Safety and Health Administration (WISHA), a division of the Department of Labor
and Industries. Washington State, through provisions of the federal
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), has elected to adopt its
own Health and Safety program. As such, worker health and safety
requirements are found under WISHA rules and directives.
WISHA requires eight hours of safety training for wildlife volunteers who work as
post-emergency workers on sites determined by the site safety officer as "low
risk." Washington has developed a safety and wildlife handling class to meet
WISHA's requirements. Participants will receive a certification card upon
successful completion of the course.
During a spill, WISHA will accept four hours of classroom training and four hours
of on-the-job training for those not pretrained. All wildlife workers will receive
additional training as outlined in the site safety plan (please refer to Health &
Safety Section of the Northwest Area Contingency Plan). Workers located off
site at the bird treatment center will only be required to complete a basic safety
training orientation.
3262.1 Roles and Responsibilities for Volunteer Management
The following is a listing of the potential players in an oil spill response and
volunteer management.
The Responsible Party
The Responsible Party is part of the Unified Command and will help decide on
the use of volunteers and will coordinate With the Department of Fish and Wildlife
in the implementation of the Wildlife Rescue and Response Plan.
See "Local Governments" below for program implementation.
The U.S. Coast Guard
The Coast Guard is the Federal On-Scene Coordinator for marine spills, and
under the Unified Command, will jointly determine if volunteers will be used.
3262.2 Wildlife Volunteer Management
The following is a summary of the volunteer program for wildlife rescue
The Wildlife Rescue and Response Plan consists of a three-part spill response
strategy.
Search and Collection
Oiled wildlife is located and removed from the spill area.
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Primary Care
Birds are taken to temporary care sites located near the spill area. Here they are
kept warm, provided fluids, and oil is removed from their eyes, mouth, and nasal
cavities.
Treatment and Cleaning
After being held overnight at a primary care site, wildlife is moved to a
predetermined treatment center near Seattle. Here birds are thoroughly washed,
then rehabilitated for eventual release back into the wild.
The number of wildlife affected in a spill will determine whether contractors are
hired. Washington's Wildlife Rescue Coordinator and the responsible party will
make recommendations to the Unified Command regarding the use of wildlife
rehabilitation contractors.
Screening Potential Volunteers
Potential volunteers will be screened for the following information:
• If they meet the minimum requirements listed above
• Dates and times available to volunteer
• Task preferences (primary care, collection, etc.)
• Spill experience
• Animal experience
• CPR/Medical/Nurse/Doctor experience
• Related experience
• Physical condition
• Health concerns
• Provide initial information to pretrained volunteers to find out when volunteers
are available.
• Provide information about volunteer opportunities and material donations.
• Screen and create a roster of potential volunteers.
3262.3 Safety Equipment
The following safety equipment will be provided for the various tasks:
• Search and Collection: rain gear, gloves, goggles, and overboots.
• Primary Care Center: Tyvek or rain suits, gloves, exam gloves, and
overboots if necessary.
• Bird Treatment Center: Tyvek or rain suits, garbage bags, gloves to keep
off oil, boots (Wellys), washing gloves, rubber latex exam gloves.
First aid kits and survival kits will also be provided.
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3262.4 Tracking System For Volunteers
Data Management
A database containing training information is currently being maintained.
Databases for volunteer screening and registration will be maintained during a
spill by the Department of Community Development.
Registration
All volunteers will be registered as Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
volunteers. Volunteers will be registered when they attend a workshop and
complete the Wildlife Rescue Volunteer Registration form. Upon successful
completion of an 8-hour safety training course, volunteers will be issued a
certificate, certification card, and an identification number. During a spill,
volunteers will check in each day and receive their name badges.
Time Reporting and Hours Worked
Wildlife contractors will keep track of volunteer assignments and the hours the
volunteers have worked. Contractors will provide daily reports of the number of
volunteers working and their total volunteer hours. The Wildlife Rescue
Coordinator must report volunteer information to the Department of Fish and
Wildlife's payroll office on a quarterly basis so that liability insurance can be paid.
Contractors should make sure that volunteers do not work more than 12 hours in
one day, and that volunteers take appropriate breaks. L&l requirements do not
allow 16- & 17-year-olds to work more thatf-eight hours a day, five days a week.
Accidents and Reporting
All volunteers should know where first aid supplies are located and how to report
an accident. Volunteers are to report any accident to their supervisor. Even
small scratches should be treated. Supervisors will make sure that volunteers
receive first aid attention if appropriate and will assist in completing an Incident
Report form.
Incident Report forms will be kept and tracked by contractors. Volunteers,
supervisors, and contractors should notify the safety trainers of any changes
necessary to the safety training class to meet current working conditions.
3262.5 Food/Lodging/Transportation Costs
Search and Collection and Primary Care Volunteers:
As these volunteers will be located near the spill site, contractors will provide
food and lodging. This may be provided through caterers, camp groceries, per
diem, or receipt reimbursement. These volunteers will also be reimbursed for
mileage, ferry fees, and tolls according to state rates.
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Bird Treatment Center Volunteers:
As the bird treatment center will be located near a highly populated area, costs
for these volunteers should only include meals, which will be provided. However,
if a volunteer has unique skills to provide, then housing may be provided at the
discretion of the Wildlife Rescue Coordinator.
If volunteers live more than 50 miles from the bird treatment center, they can be
reimbursed for mileage and fares per the state rate.
3262.6 Financial Tracking/Cost Recovery
Expenditure guidelines will be established by the state On-Scene Coordinator
(Department of Ecology) or other lead agency as established by the Incident
Command System for the spill.
3262.7 Volunteer Supervision
The span of control should range from three to seven people, with five being
optimum. Every volunteer should know who their supervisor is and how they will
keep in communication with them. Contractors are responsible for setting up
effective supervision to meet this requirement.
Search and rescue teams shall be made up of three people—two bird handlers
and a monitor. Each team will be outfitted with a radio or cellular phone which
will be used to keep positive contact with their supervisor.
3262.8 Potential Wildlife Volunteer Tasks
The following are some of the tasks that may be performed by volunteers; the
"first group of tasks are working directly with the oiled birds, the second group of
tasks are tasks to support the wildlife effort:
Group 1 Tasks: Wildlife Handling
• Collect live and dead birds.
• Collect evidence and data that will be used later to monitor and assess
wildlife population impacts and to develop restoration recommendations.
• Assist in care and treatment of live birds.
• Bird intake at primary care center, and bird holders and/or feeders.
Group 2 Tasks: Support For Wildlife Handlers
• Administrative tasks such as registration of volunteers and data entry.
• Communications support (radios, etc.).
• Assisting in the provision of food and beverages for wildlife handlers.
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o Safety monitors
• Primary care set-up, pen construction, pen and bedding cleaning, and
maintenance
• Bird and volunteer transportation.
Other Potential Wildlife Volunteer Tasks
• Provide volunteer support to the marine mammal rescue efforts.
• Handling of marine mammals: volunteers will not directly handle dead or alive
marine mammals without the Wildlife Rescue Coordinator's authorization.
3262.9 Non-wildlife-Related Volunteer Management
The policy of the Department of Ecology is to not use volunteers for beach
cleanup or for pre-spill cleanup (e.g., debris removal). These tasks have been
determined to be best performed by trained professional response contractors.
The responsible party may however use volunteers for these tasks if they
assume management and liability of these volunteers. However, there is a
potential opportunity for volunteers to provide support services as outlined under
the state's Emergency Worker Program (Washington Administrative Code,
Chapter 118-04). The following is a summary of this program.
3262.10 Emergency Worker Program
Washington State's Emergency Worker Program is designed for use during
emergencies, disasters, and related incidents. The Emergency Worker Program
is implemented by local governments, with the Emergency Management Division
(located in the State Department of Community, Trade, and Economic
Development) providing assistance. While this program has generally been used
for search and rescue missions, local officials may elect to implement the
program for volunteers in oil spills for specific tasks. However, if local
emergency management agencies elect to implement this program for oil spill
response, the agency will need to be integrated into the incident command
structure established by the state and federal on-scene coordinators for the spill.
The following are some of the job classes of emergency workers that have been
established in the Emergency Worker Program:
• Administrative assistance such as recruiting, coordinating, and directing oil
spill support activities.
o Communication assistance that is carried out in accordance with approved
state or local emergency operations and communication plans.
• Fire service assistance including fighting fires, rescuing persons, or protecting
property. This job class does not include volunteer fire fighters while
operating under Chapter 41.24 RCW.
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• Mass Care assistance including the provision of food, clothing, and lodging
for persons who may be temporarily displaced or for oil spill response
workers.
• Public Education assistance involving public education and informational
activities necessary to keep the public informed during an the oil spill.
The above listing is just a summary of the potential activities for volunteers under
the Emergency Worker Program that may be appropriate during an oil spill.
Emergency workers will be assigned to an emergency worker class in
accordance with their skills, abilities, licenses, and qualifications. Emergency
workers must register in their jurisdiction of residence or in the jurisdiction where
their volunteer organization is headquartered. Please refer to Chapter 118-04 of
the Washington Administrative Code or contact local emergency management
agencies.
3262.11 Washington Wildlife Rescue Coalition
The Coalition was established by state law (RCW 90.56.100) to establish a
Wildlife Rescue and Response Plan. The Coalition is made up of
representatives from various agencies and organizations.
3262.12 Adopt-a-Beach
This nonprofit organization assists in the development of the Wildlife Rescue and
Response Plan and is a member of the Washington Wildlife Rescue Coalition.
3263 Oregon Volunteer Management Policy
Oil spill volunteers will be managed by the agency or department to whom they
are donating their time. The specific task each volunteer feels they are capable
of offering will determine which agency or department they should contact. Each
State agency or department will decide whether or not they are in need of
additional personnel and in what way to use the services offered by volunteers.
3263.1 General Policy
State agencies and departments are not all equivalent in their ability to accept
the services of volunteers. Likewise the tasks potentially assigned a volunteer
will vary in complexity and risk between agencies and departments. Due to the
differences no general rules on volunteer service can be provided. The DEQ is
the department responsible for On Scene Coordination during an oil spill,
however DEQ will not train or supervise volunteers performing tasks outside of
the scope of work normally handled by DEQ employees.
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Volunteers will be used during oil spill remediation only if the state deems their
use to be necessary to effectively accomplish the cleanup. Volunteers are only
one option available to the state for oil spill cleanup activities. Volunteers will
only be involved in very low risk activities and will be utilized only to the extent
that safety limitations will not be exceeded according to their level of training.
Human health and safety is the first priority in decisions regarding volunteers.
3263.2 Mobilization
Volunteers will be contacted by the agency or department they have prearranged
volunteer service through.
3263.3 Pre-Trained Volunteers
Each agency utilizing volunteer workers will prepare those workers for the tasks
that agency anticipates the worker performing. Training expectations will be
clear at the time the volunteer is recruited by an agency or department.
3263.4 Coordination and Supervision
Agencies or departments using volunteers as part of their emergency staff during
an oil spill will provide necessary supervision, unless a contract service has been
established to perform this function.
3263.5 Idaho Volunteer Management Policy
At this time, Idaho has not determined the need to have a volunteer
management program.
3300 Initial Emergency Communication
The primary emergency notification list for this plan is located in the forward.
This list is provided for all users as a reference to meet reporting mandates.
Response agencies shall also ensure that all appropriate notifications are made.
The OSC shall promptly notify natural resources trustees of discharges or
releases that are injuring or may injure natural resources under their jurisdiction.
The OSCs shall coordinate all response activities with the natural resource
trustees.
3400 Tactical Response Options
Specific tactics for response strategy implementation are developed by the
Operations Section in coordination with the Planning Section.
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3410 Situation Assessment
Evaluate if special circumstances exist requiring special action
• Hazardous Substance Release
• Fire/explosion
• Impacts to populated areas
• Evacuation of Threatened Population
• Requirements for Access Limitation (barricades, security fences, etc.)
• Requirement to collect and analyze samples (air, water, soil as appropriate)
for evaluation/source determination
• Collision
• Vessel grounding
• Lightering operations
• Salvage operations
Implement Geographic Response Plan for location
Implement support infrastructure
• Determine response structure consistent with Unified Command System
principles that will be used, and from there determine level of support needed
to fill positions in the structure (see Unified Command System discussion in
Chapter 2000)
Mobilize personnel
• Determine personnel needed for response, and identify source of personnel.
Ensure personnel are properly trained, and health and safety issues are
addressed.
Mobilize equipment
• Type of equipment needed
• Quantity
• Location - staging area
• Support needed (boats, trucks, cranes, etc.)
• Aircraft support for transporting equipment
© Additional requirements
• Contact list
Implement logistics support network
• Logistics needed to support personnel
Food
Lodging
Additional clothing
Transportation
• Logistics needed to support response
Adequate communications
Command post - Establish command post in location to support
response. Command post must be adequate in size to support the
anticipated number of personnel.
Air support (overflights)
Coast Guard and Auxiliary
Other agencies
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Private sources
Determine local impacts
• Impact on water intakes
Drinking water (Alternate supplies)
Industrial
Transportation of fresh water supply
Address funding issues (See Chapter 6000 for details on funding issues)
® FOSC access to the federal funds (OSLTF/CERCLA)
® State access to the federal funds (under certain conditions; there must be a
site-specific state Superfund contract or a Cooperative Agreement in place)
• Access to state funds
® Vendors - BOA policy
Coordinate volunteers (See Section 4338)
Evaluate fish, wildlife and habitat protection strategies from GRP and mitigate
damage
Coordinate with natural resource damage assessment personnel
Coordinate with natural resource trustees (in Washington State this contact
should be made through the NRDA Chair).
Note: At any release where the lead agency determines that there is a threat to
the public health or welfare or the environment, the lead agency may take
appropriate removal action to abate, prevent, minimize, stabilize, mitigate, or
eliminate the release or threat of release, or the threat resulting from that release
(NCP, Section 300.415(b)(1)). At releases determined to pose a substantial
threat to public health or welfare, the FOSC must direct a response to the
incident.
3420 Containment and Cleanup
Strategy
• Offshore considerations
® Near shore considerations
• Shoreline considerations - determine type and location of shoreline cleanup
using applicable GRP(s)
® Set aside areas for research purposes and countermeasure effectiveness
determination (recognize that identifying set-aside sites involve complex
matrix of scientific, logistical, legal and public relation issues).
• Inland considerations
• Sensitive areas
® Staging areas
• Integrated Containment/Cleanup System
» Booming and containment
® Trenching and Diking
o Siphon Dams (for floating substances)
• Filter Fences (for floating substances)
® Water Sprays
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• Stream Diversion or Impoundment
• Gelling or Chemical Agents
• Analyze the potential use of decanting, insitu burn and/or dispersants
• Recovery of spilled product and contaminated debris (test for components of
recovered product)
• Temporary storage (RCRA permit if necessary)
• Transport of collected material for disposal (RCRA permit)
• Monitor and refine cleanup strategies
• Develop criteria/guidance for terminating cleanup
Note: Ensure adequate disposal of released substances. Moving of hazardous
substances off site must comply with regulations promulgated under the
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Under certain
circumstances, some of the procedural requirements of the RCRA regulations
can be waived. The specific circumstances are described in the RCRA
regulations.
3430 Monitoring and Controlling Oil Movement
• Conduct over flights and collect detailed photographic, video and/or infrared
information.
• Conduct computer modeling and develop possible trajectories
« Conduct shore side and on water assessments to monitor proximity of spill to
sensitive areas
3440 Removal and Disposal
• Outline disposal plan, prepared in accordance with the disposal guidelines
found in Section 9620
• Federal, state and local laws/regulations
• Volume of oil or hazardous substance for disposal
• Identify disposal locations (onsite vs. offsite)
• Obtain necessary permits
• Secure transportation for product disposal
3450 Demobilization
• Complete final survey
• Clean/return equipment
• Survey/replace equipment
• Restore damaged areas in consultation with appropriate Natural Resource
Trustees and property owners
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3460 Salvage
This section describes salvage situations £nd the general guidelines to follow in
responding to a salvage situation. Note: Coast Guard Captains of the Port have
jurisdiction over vessel salvage; this does not preclude any other agencies'
interests with respect to spill prevention or response.
3461 Strandings
This section describes actions to be taken in response to vessel strandings, and
the relationship between the on-scene coordinator, the responsible party, the
vessel's master, and the salvor. Information pertaining to salvage procedures
was adapted from Chapter 8 of Volume I of the U.S. Navy Salvage Manual. All
parties involved in a salvage response should refer to the manual for specific
information relating to salvage techniques. For listings of salvage resources,
please refer to Chapter 6. Guidelines for communications between all involved
parties are provided later in this Chapter.
Salvage efforts may be divided into three phases: stabilization, refloating, and
post-refloating. During the stabilization phase, salvors take steps to limit further
damage to the vessel, and to keep the ship from being driven harder aground or
broaching. Response leaders gather information and formulate a salvage plan;
that plan specifies actions to be taken during the refloating and post-refloating
phases of the salvage. The refloating phase commences when the salvage plan
is executed and ends when the ship begiris-to move from her strand. During
post-refloating, the vessel is secured and delivered to the designated port facility.
3461.1 Stabilization Phase
This phase of operations must take into account the potential discharge of oil or
hazardous substances into the environment. Upon stranding, the vessel's
master should take the following steps:
© Have ship's personnel report to emergency stations.
• Secure watertight closures.
• Notify Coast Guard, vessel's operations controller and EMD
• Request salvage assistance.
• Note course and speed at time of stranding.
o Obtain and provide if necessary, an accurate cargo stowage plan.
• Evaluate the following:
• Safety of personnel
® Weather and sea conditions
• Forecast for change in w/s conditions
• Nature of the seafloor, shoreline
o Depth of water around ship
o Ground reaction
• Damage to hull
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• Damage to shafting, screws, and Rudder
• Risk of further damage
• Prospect of maintaining communications
• Ground reaction
• Likely draft/trim after refloating
• Potential for discharge of pollutants (including aquatic nuisance species in
the ballast)
• Position of vital and cargo systems' Valves
• The liquid level of all tankage (e.g. fuel, ballast, cargo, etc.)
The vessel's master SHOULD:
• Determine the vessel's condition.
• Take action to stabilize the ship.
The vessel's master should NOT:
• Jettison weight in an attempt to lighten ship prior to an attempt to back the
vessel off.
• Attempt to back the vessel off when the bottom is torn open.
• Fail to take action to stabilize the ship and to determine its condition.
The vessel's master should request salvage assistance immediately, and not
delay pending the result of an early attempt to refloat the vessel. If the damage
assessment shows the ship will not broach, sink, or capsize, the master can
attempt to back the vessel clear using full engine power on the next high tide.
The Responsible Party should take the following steps:
• Contact the Coast Guard. Provide current information.
• Implement Unified Command System organization.
Identify salvage resources available and time required for resources to arrive on-
scene:
• Salvage manager
• Salvage vessel(s)
• Tugs
• Beach gear
• Barges with ground tackle
• Lifting vessels
• Pumps and hoses
• Hull patching equipment, cement
• Initiate salvage response. Over-estimate resources needed.
• Inform vessel's master of all actions taken.
• Obtain services of naval architect.
• Conduct analysis of ship's longitudinal strength and damaged stability.
After the threat of loss to life is eliminated and the emphasis shifts to protection
of environment and property, the OSC will monitor the mounting salvage efforts
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of the responsible party, and provide technical review and information. In the
event that the Responsible Party is unable-or unwilling to respond to the
casualty, the government will respond to the salvage requirement, utilizing
commercial and government facilities and resources.
The On Scene Coordinator may obtain services of the Navy Supervisor of
Salvage by:
• Telephoning Supervisor of Salvage Operations (703)607-2758
* After hours and weekends (NAVSEA Duty Officer) (703)602-7527
Initiating a message to:
CNO WASHINGTON DC//N312/N866//
Add the following if applicable:
//N45// for oil pollution
//N873// for diving support
Info copy to:
COMNAVSEASYSCOM WASHINGTON DC//00C//
Text should include brief description of services required, location, urgency, point
of contact, and telephone number. If the task is urgent and requires immediate
mobilization, the message should amplify this and include a statement that
funding will be provided by separate correspondence.
SUPSALVAGE can provide the services of naval architects, may provide the
services of naval salvage vessels, and has access to contracts which will provide
the services of commercial salvors and equipment. SUPSALVAGE developed
and has available software for rapid analysis of longitudinal strength and
intact/damaged stability; the software is known as Program of Ship Salvage
Engineering (POSSE).
Technical support is also available from the Coast Guard Marine Safety Center
Salvage Team. This group can evaluate vessel stability, hull strength, and
salvage plans, and may be available to go on scene. MSC may be able to
provide vessel plans, if the ship is U.S. flag. The On Scene Coordinator may
obtain services of MSC by calling (202) 366-6481 during business hours, or by
calling FLAGPLOT at (202) 267-2100, after hours.
Initial rescue efforts will have priority over pollution response efforts, to the extent
that they may interfere. Subsequent to any rescue efforts, the pollution response
efforts and salvage efforts may be conducted concurrently. The On Scene
Coordinator will prioritize actions when interference between salvage and
pollution response efforts cannot be eliminated.
Upon being assigned responsibility for the salvage action, the salvor should:
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Advise the vessel that he (his organization, vessel, etc.) is enroute to assist, and
provide ETA (estimated time of arrival) on-scene.
Ensure that the master is aware of the information covered in the preceding
paragraphs that relates to early attempts to refloat the vessel.
Obtain all information available regarding the vessel's particulars and details of
the stranding. This should include:
• An accurate position of the stranding (latitude/longitude)
• Applicable chart numbers
• Means used to fix position
• Drafts at time of sailing
• Estimated drafts at time of stranding
• Drafts after stranding, with state of tide and time
• Soundings alongside from forward to aft, corrected to datum of the chart of
the area
• Soundings of all tanks and voids, noting changes in contents
• Ship's course and speed at time of stranding
• Ship's heading after stranding, and details of changes
• Liveliness of ship (movement in response to swells/surf)
• Weather conditions
• Sea and current conditions
• Extent of and damage to ship
• Location of grounding points & estimated ground reaction
• Type of seafloor
• Status of ship's machinery and piping systems
• Ship's cargo list or manifest
• Amount & location of known hazardous substances
• Resources available locally (tugs, cranes, bulldozers)
Based on information received from the vessel, the salvor should evaluate the
following:
• Vessel's original estimates of ground reaction and freeing force.
• Stability afloat and residual strength.
• Ship's machinery condition and retraction power available locally.
• Ship's ability to proceed to a safe haven after refloating.
The salvor should then advise the master based on these evaluations, and take
the following steps to mobilize the salvage force:
Determine personnel and material needs.
Collect information about the stranded ship. Sources include:
• Owner
• Vessel's classification society
• Coast Guard
Ensure needed navigation material is on board.
Begin recording written record of information and actions taken.
Ensure that salvage vessels enroute will be prepared to respond upon arrival to
the stranding site.
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Upon arrival (in coordination with the response organization/OSC where
applicable), the salvage ship or vessels, and personnel, should conduct damage
control and position stabilization. Damage control actions may range from
augmenting ship's crew to conducting firefighting and flooding control. Position
stabilization consists of securing the ship at first opportunity to prevent broaching
or being driven further ashore.
The Salvor must then, in preparation for development of the salvage plan,
conduct a thorough salvage survey of the vessel and its immediate surroundings.
The survey is defined in the Navy Salvage Manual as being comprised of the
preliminary survey, the detailed hull survey, the topside survey, the interior
survey, the diving survey, the hydrographic survey, and the safety survey, and
may be approached in this manner. The Salvor should refer to Section 8-2.6 of
Volume I of the Navy Salvage Manual for details. The information should be
recorded on the salvage survey form included in Appendix I to Chapter 8 of
Volume I of the Navy Salvage Manual, or an equivalent.
Working with the Responsible Party and the naval architect, the salvor must
develop a salvage plan. The plan must detail actions to be taken and resources
to be used, and it must set organizational responsibilities and the anticipated
schedule. After the plan is prepared, the Responsible Party must submit a copy
of the plan to the On Scene Coordinator, for his review. The On Scene
Coordinator will review the plan, provide a copy to the state(s) for review, and
approve or disapprove it based on resulting rislcs to port safety and the
environment. Any plans for intentional jettison^of cargo will be reviewed as part
of the salvage plan. The salvage plan should include the following:
Basic information identifying the ship's characteristics and the condition of the
stranding.
An analysis prepared by the salvor and naval architect, which provides estimates
of:
• The ground reaction
• The freeing force
© Location of the neutral loading point (point at which weight can be added
w/out change in ground reaction)
© Stability grounded and afloat
• Strength of hull girder, damaged areas, attachment points, and rigging
• A summary of the engineering rationale employed for selection of retraction
and refloating techniques
e Hydrographic information
© List of specific safety hazards involved
• Potential pollution risks
• List of specific safety hazards involved
• Potential pollution risks
• Lightering Considerations
® Booming Considerations
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• Standby Equipment
• Means for controlling interference between pollution response efforts and
salvage efforts
• Appendices which provide detailed information regarding techniques to be
employed.
• Location to which the vessel will proceed following refloating.
• Means for controlling the vessel as it is freed
• Vessel escort, if any, to be employed
«> Means for delivering vessel to destination (tow, own power).
• Any preparation of vessel necessary to gain permission for entry into port of
destination
• Means of disposal if other than as above
Refer to the U.S. Navy Salvage Manual for detailed information.
3461.2 Refloating Phase
The salvage plan is implemented during this phase. The plan should be
considered a working plan with prudent changes made in response to changing
conditions. During this phase, all parties should be in close communication, and
the process should be brought to a halt if significant safety problems develop.
The salvor, Responsible Party, and the On Scene Coordinator/Captain of the
Port have the authority to stop salvage operations in this case.
3461.3 Post-Refloating Phase
This phase commences when the ship begins to move off the strand, and is
completed when the ship has been delivered to safe haven or repair facility, and
all salvage resources and equipment have been removed from the salvage site.
The options for disposal of the vessel include:
• Steaming into port, or to another location within the port
• Towing to safe haven
• Anchoring in preparation for tow or temporary repairs
• Beaching if the ship is in danger of sinking
• Scuttling or sinking
These items should be addressed in the salvage plan, and updated as
necessary following refloating. Following refloating, the salvor should check the
following items:
• Overall seaworthiness
• Vessel's bottom, for damage hidden by the strand
• Potential for oil or pollution
• Piping systems and machinery
• All ship's systems necessary for the transit
• Ship's stability, list, and trim (may necessitate loading or shifting of weights)
• Patching and pumping arrangements for compartments way of damage
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• Towing bridle, day marks, and navigation lights, (an insurance line should be
rigged even when the ship proceeds under its own power).
Following this phase, the Responsible Party shall submit a completed form CG-
2692 to the Officer in Charge of Marine Inspection and submit all requested
information to the Senior Investigations Officer of the Marine Safety Office.
Washington state requires an event report within 30 days.
3462 Salvage Response for other than Strandings
Salvage assistance may also be required for vessel sinkings and rescues
(towing). In these cases, the relationships between the various parties remain
the same as for strandings. For sinkings, the salvor must focus on methods for
refloating the vessel, and vessel stability as it is refloated. For rescue situations,
development of a comprehensive salvage plan may not be necessary; use of
good marine practice in establishing and maintaining the tow, and coordination
with the vessel's master, tow vessel, Coast Guard SAR Mission Coordinator, the
Captain of the Port, States, and the vessel's owner/operator may suffice. It
should be noted that in rescue situations the rescue vessel must be
appropriately powered, equipped and crewed to handle to meet the demands of
the tow and sea conditions. In either of these cases, the user of this plan should
follow the guidelines presented, adapting them to the specific salvage
requirements at hand.
3500
Reserved for
Future
Use
3600
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Future
Use
3700
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Future
Use
3800
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PLANNING
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Chapter 4000 Table of Contents
4000 PLANNING 4-5
4100 Planning Section Organization 4-5
4110 Planning Section Planning Cycle Guide 4-6
4200 Roles and Responsibilities 4-7
4210 Planning Section Chief Responsibilities 4-7
4220 Situation Unit 4-7
4230 Resource Unit 4-7
4240 Technical Specialists 4-7
4250 Documentation Unit 4-8
4260 Demobilization Unit 4-8
4270 Environmental Unit 4-8
4300 Compliance Guidance 4-9
4310 Statutory Guidance - Federal 4-9
4311 Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability
Act., 1990 (CERCLA) 4-9
4312 Federal Water Pollution Control Act(FWPCA) as amended by Clean
Water Act(CWA) & Oil Pollution Act 1990 (OPA 90) 4-10
4313 National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) 4-10
4314 Endangered Species Act (ESA) 4-10
4315 Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) 4-11
4316 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) 4-11
4320 National Responsible Party Policy 4-11
4330 State and Local Compliance Guidance 4-12
4331 Responsible Party 4-12
4332 Washington 4-13
4333 Oregon 4-13
4334 Idaho 4-14
4335 Prevention Laws 4-14
4335.1 Washington 4-14
4335.1.1 Washington Prevention Requirements 4-14
4335.1.2 Vessel Traffic System in Puget Sound 4-14
4335.2 Oregon 4-15
4335.2.1 Pilotage in Portland Area 4-15
4336 Local Government Requirements 4-15
4336.1 Washington 4-15
4337 Disposal Guidelines 4-16
4337.1 Washington 4-17
4337.2 Oregon 4-17
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4337.2.1 Classification & Segregation 4-17
4337.2.2 Reuse/Recycle 4-18
4337.2.3 Incineration 4-18
4337.2.4 On-site Burning 4-18
4337.2.5 Landfills 4-19
4337.2.6 Interim Storage 4-19
4337.2.7 Transportation 4-20
4337.3 Idaho 4-20
4338 Volunteer Management Policy 4-20
4338.1 Washington 4-20
4338.2 Oregon 4-21
4338.3 Idaho 4-21
4400 Environmental Sensitivity Indices, Maps & Information - Geographic
Response Plans (GRPs) 4-21
4410 Puget Sound, Washington COTP Area of Responsibility 4-21
4420 Environmental Protection Agency Area of Responsibility 4-21
4430 Portland, Oregon COTP Area of Responsibility 4-21
4500 General Response Priorities 4-21
4510 General Hierarchy of Response Priorities 4-21
4600 Strategic Response Options 4-22
4610 Sensitive Areas 4-22
4620 Dispersants 4-23
4621 Dispersant Use Policy 4-23
4621.1 Washington 4-23
4621.2 Oregon 4-25
4622 Dispersant Use Checklist 4-26
4630 In-Situ Burning 4-31
4631 In-Situ Burning Policy 4-31
4632 Authorization Proceedures 4-31
4632.1 Exposure Limits for Emissions 4-39
4632.2 Preapproval 4-39
4632.3 Case - by - Case 4-40
4632.4 Not Allowed 4-40
4632.5 Monitoring 4-40
4640 Decanting 4-40
4641 Decanting Policy 4-41
4641.1 Criteria 4-41
4650 Bioremediation 4-44
4700 Reserved for Future Use 4-45
4800 Reserved for Future Use 4-45
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4000 PLANNING
4100 Planning Section Organization
The following is an organizational chart of the Planning Section and its
subordinate units. It serves as an example and is not meant to be all inclusive.
The functions of the Planning Section must be accomplished during an incident,
however, they can be performed by one individual or can be expanded, as
needed, into additional organizational units with appropriate delegation of
authority.
Information regarding the Planning Section and Staff positions within the
command can be found in the Oil Spill Field Operations Guide (FOG) ICS-OS-
420-1 dated June 1996.
Planning
Situation
Unit !
Resource
Unit 1
Documentation
I Unit
Demobilization
Unit
Environmental
Unit
Display
Processor
Check-In
Recorder 1
Technical ,
Specialists ;
NRDA
Field
Observer
Volunteer
Coordinator
Disposal
T rajectory
Anaylsis
Specialist
Scientific
Support
Coordinator
Geographic
Info
Specialist
Alternative
Response
Technology
Resources
at Risk
Specialist
Legal
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4200 Roles and Responsibilities
The Planning Section is responsible for the collection and evaluation of incident
situation information, preparing situation status reports, displaying situation
information, maintaining status of resources, developing an Incident Action Plan,
and preparing required incident related documentation. This is done under the
direction of the Planning Section Chief. All functions not assigned by the Section
Chief remain the responsibility of the Section Chief.
4210 Planning Section Chief Responsibilities
The Planning Section Chief, a member of the General Staff, is responsible for
the collection, evaluation, dissemination and use of information about the
development of the incident and status of resources. Information is needed to 1)
understand the current situation, 2) predict probable course of incident events,
and 3) prepare alternative strategies for the incident.
4220 Situation Unit
The Situation Unit is responsible for the collection, command post display, and
evaluation of information about the current and possible future status of the spill
and the spill response operations. This responsibility includes the compilation of
information regarding the type and amount of oil spilled, the amount of oil
recovered, the oil's current location and anticipated trajectory, and impacts on
natural resources. This responsibility includes providing information to the GIS
Specialist(s) for the creation of maps to depict the current and possible future
situation and the preparation of reports for the Planning Section Chief.
4230 Resource Unit
The Resource Unit (RESTAT) is responsible for maintaining the status of all
resources (primary and support) at an incident. RESTAT achieves this through
development and maintenance of a master list of all resources, including check-
in, status, current location, etc. This unit is also responsible for preparing parts
of the Incident Action Plan (ICS forms 203, 204 & 207) and compiling the entire
plan in conjunction with other members of the ICS, (e.g., Situation Unit,
Operations, Logistics) and determines the availability of resources.
4240 Technical Specialists
Technical Specialist are advisors with special skills needed to support the
incident. Technical Specialists may be assigned anywhere in the ICS
organization. If necessary, Technical Specialists may be formed into a separate
unit. The Planning Section will maintain a list of available specialists and will
assign them where needed.
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4250 Documentation Unit
The Documentation Unit is responsible for the maintenance of accurate, up-to-
date incident files. Examples of incident documentation include: Incident Action
Plans, incident reports, communication logs, injury claims, situation status
reports, etc. Thorough documentation is critical to post-incident analysis. Some
of these documents may originate in other sections. This unit shall ensure each
section is maintaining and providing appropriate documents. Incident files will be
stored for legal, analytical, and historical purposes. The Documentation Unit
also provides duplication and copying services.
4260 Demobilization Unit
The Demobilization Unit is responsible for developing the Incident Demobilization
Plan, and assisting Sections/Units in ensuring that an orderly, safe, and cost
effective demobilization of personnel and equipment is accomplished from the
incident. Duties of the Demobilization Unit Leader are described in the Oil Spill
Field Operations Guide (FOG) ICS-OS-420-1 dated June 1996.
4270 Environmental Unit
Other than protecting human life and safety, reducing impacts to public, natural
and cultural resources represents the key motive in responding to an oil spill.
The Environmental Unit is the central point within the Planning Section for
determining how to best protect those resources. Specifically, the Environmental
Unit is responsible for:
® Identifying all sensitive public natural and cultural resources likely to be
affected by the spill, and set priorities for protecting these resources.
• Guiding the implementation of Geographic Response Plans (GRPs).
• Working with Operations Section to establish any additional environmental
protection strategies not identified in GRPs.
• Working with Operations Section to coordinate wildlife rescue/rehabilitation
activities.
• Establishing Shoreline Cleanup Assessment Teams (SCAT).
® Using SCAT information to recommend shoreline cleanup recommendations,
priorities, and restrictions.
• Providing guidance regarding "how clean is clean" decisions.
o Providing technical review and recommendations regarding use of alternative
technologies.
• Developing a disposal plan (note: Washington State Disposal Guidelines
found in Chapter 9000).
® Providing information to JIC and media regarding natural resource
concerns/impacts.
• Coordinating with NRDA activities.
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• Planning wildlife hazing operations under the guidance and authority of state
and federal fish and wildlife agencies and in coordination with the Air
Operations Branch.
The Northwest Area Committee and Region X Regional Response Team
recognize that there is a shared responsibility between the Unified Command
representatives. Plus it is broadly recognized that the critical phase of any
response, regardless of size, is the initial hours after the spill. Given the
importance of the Environmental Unit's duties, and because the responsibility
and knowledge base for public resources lies with trustee agencies, it is in
everyone's best interest to ensure that early critical response decisions are made
by the most knowledgeable individuals quickly, efficiently and effectively.
Therefore, it is the policy of the Northwest Area Committee that the
Environmental Unit be led by a representative of a government natural resource
trustee or environmental agency, if available. If no such agency representative is
initially available or willing to lead the environmental unit, a responsible party
representative may fill that role. Furthermore, as the response action matures, a
transition to a responsible party designated Environmental Unit Leader may
occur with the concurrence of the Unified Command. The Northwest Area
Committee also encourages spill response plan holders and responsible parties
to designate a Deputy Environmental Unit Leader, who will participate in all the
meetings attended by and briefings made by the Environmental Unit Leader.
These meetings and briefings include, but are not limited to, the following pre-
identified ICS scheduled events:
• Initial ICS 201 Briefing
• Tactics Meetings
• Planning Meetings
• Operations Meetings
• Unified Command Briefings
• Press Conferences
All trustee resource agency staff with environmental information/expertise should
initially report to the Environmental Unit. This includes technical specialists (e.g.,
Scientific Support Coordinator) identified elsewhere within the ICS organization.
However, it is recognized that the SSC is an independent advisor to the FOSC.
4300 Compliance Guidance
4310 Statutory Guidance - Federal
4311 Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and
Liability Act, 1980 (CERCLA)
Enacted by congress in 1980, it is also known as the Hazardous Substance
Superfund as defined by 42 U.S.C. 9601 et seq. Its purpose is to provide for
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liability, compensation, cleanup, and emergency response for hazardous
substances released into the environment and the cleanup of inactive hazardous
waste disposal sites.
4312 Federal Water Pollution Control Act (FWPCA) as amended by Clean
Water Act (CWA) and Oil Pollution Act 1990 (OPA)
As listed in 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq, the objective of the act is to restore and
maintain the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of the Nation's waters.
The goals of the Act include:
® The elimination of pollutants discharged into navigable waters.
® Attain water quality which provides for the protection and propagation of fish,
shellfish, and wildlife and provides for recreation in and around those waters,
o Prohibits the discharge of toxic pollutants.
o Provides Federal financial assistance to construct publicly owned waste
treatment works.
9 Requires States to provide waste treatment management plans.
• Conducts research to develop technology in order to eliminate the discharge
of pollutants into the navigable waters, waters of the contiguous zone, and
the oceans; and
® Develop national policy for the control of nonpoint sources of pollution.
4313 National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)
The National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (Public Law 89-665) authorized
the National Register of Historic Places, expanding Federal recognition to
historic properties of local and State significance. The National Park Service in
the U.S. Department of the Interior administers both programs. Regulations for
these programs are contained in 36 CFR Part 60, National Register of Historic
Places, and 36 CFR Part 65, National Historic Landmarks Program.
4314 Endangered Species Act (ESA)
Endangered Species Act Consultation
Contact:
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Oregon-(503)231-6179
Idaho-(208)334-1931
Washington - (360)534-9330
NMFS
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Oregon - (503)230-5425/5428
Idaho - (208)378-5734
Washington - (206)526-6604
4315 Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
Also known as the Solid Waste Disposal Act, it was enacted by congress as 42
U.S.C. 6901 et seq. The Congress declared it to be the national policy of the
United States that, whenever feasible, the generation of hazardous waste is to
be reduced or eliminated as expeditiously as possible. Waste that is
nevertheless generated should be treated, stored, or disposed of so as to
minimize the present and future threat to human health and the environment.
4316 National Environmental Policy Act
As defined by 42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq., the purposes of this act are:
• To declare a national policy which will encourage productive and enjoyable
harmony between man and his environment;
• To Promote efforts which will prevent or eliminate damage to the
environment and biosphere and stimulate the health and welfare of man.
• To enrich the understanding of the ecological systems and natural resources
important to the Nation: and
• To establish a Council on Environmental Quality.
4320 National Responsible Party Policy
Under the FWPCA as amended by OPA90, the responsible party has primary
responsibility for cleanup of a discharge. Per FWPCA Section 311 and OPA 90
Section 4201, an owner or operator of a tank vessel or facility participating in
removal efforts shall act in accordance with the National Contingency Plan and
the applicable response plan. FWPCA Section 311 .G)(5)(C) as implemented by
OPA 90 Section 4202 states that these response plans shall:
(i) Be consistent with the requirements of the National
Contingency Plan and Area Contingency Plans;
(ii) Identify the qualified individual having full authority to
implement removal actions, and require immediate communications
between that individual and the appropriate Unified command official
and the persons providing personnel and equipment pursuant to this
clause;
(Hi) identify, and ensure by contract or other means approved by
the President, the availability of private personnel and equipment
necessary to remove to the maximum extent practicable a worst-case
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discharge (including a discharge resulting from fire or explosion), and
to mitigate or prevent a substantial threat of such a discharge;
(iv) Describe the training, equipment testing, periodic
unannounced drills, and response actions of persons on the vessel or
at the facility, to be carried out under the plan to ensure the safety of
the vessel or facility and to mitigate or prevent the discharge, or the
substantial threat of a discharge;
(v) Be updated periodically;
(vi) Be resubmitted for approval of each significant change;
Each owner or operator of a tank vessel or facility required by OPA to submit a
response plan sha^J do so in accordance with applicable regulations. Facility and
tank vessel response plan regulations, including plan requirements for the
coastal zone, are located in 33 CFR Parts 154 and 155, respectively. Facility
response plan regulations for the inland zone are located in 40 CFR Part 112.
Each responsible party for a vessel or a facility from which oil is discharged, or
which poses a substantial threat of a discharge, into or upon the navigable
waters, adjoining shorelines or the Exclusive Economic Zone, is liable for the
removal costs and damages specified in Subsection (b) of Section 1002 of OPA.
Any removal activity undertaken by a responsible party must be consistent with
the provisions of the NCP, the Regional Contingency Plan (RCP), the Northwest
Area Contingency Plan, and the applicable response plan required by OPA. If
directed by the Unified Command at any time during removal activities, the
responsible party must act accordingly.
4330 State and Local Compliance Guidance
4331 Responsible Party
Specific responsibilities of the RP are as follows:
• Assessment of spill.
® Establishment of a command post, in concurrence with the other On-Scene
Coordinator (OSC).
• Documentation/identification of type and quantity of oil or hazardous
substance spilled.
• Containment of the oil spilled and protection of the environment, with a
particular emphasis on sensitive areas.
• Provision of input relative to clean-up priorities (i.e. waste minimization).
• Timely and effective clean-up.
• Disposal of oil, oily waste, and Hazardous Substances.
• Restoration of damaged environment/natural resources.
• Communication with local, state, and national response agencies and
organizations.
• Communication with media.
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• Payment for damages.
• Steps to prevent reoccurrence of spills.
• Wildlife collection and care in conjunction with responsible state, local, and
federal agencies.
The RP has the opportunity to conduct damage assessment when required by
the state and/or when appropriate given the RP's available resources as
determined by the Unified Command.
4332 Washington
Any person responsible for discharging oil or hazardous substances to the
waters of the state must immediately notify the National Response Center (NRC)
and the Washington State Emergency Management Division (EMD). The
responsible party is also encouraged to contact the appropriate office of the
Department of Ecology (see page v.).
Waters of the state include lakes, rivers, ponds, streams, inland waters,
underground water, salt waters, estuaries, sewers, and all other surface waters
and watercourses within the jurisdiction of the state of Washington. For the
notification requirements for spills of dangerous waste or hazardous substances
to other than waters of the state, see Section 7000 of this plan.
Under the RCW 90.48.335, 90.48.336, and 90.48.142, Washington state has no
limit on the liability of the responsible party for clean-up of the spill or damages
caused by the spill. In addition, any party owning oil or having control over oil
that enters the waters of the state in violation of RCW 90.48.320 shall be strictly
liable, without regard to fault, for the damages to persons or property, public or
private, caused by such entry.
If the responsible party is unknown, fails to respond, or fails to respond in a
manner deemed adequate by the state OSC (SOSC) or the federal OSC
(FOSC), the state or federal agency having jurisdiction may exercise the
authority to take over the response and recover expenses from the spiller (RCW
90.48.335).
4333 Oregon
Under Oregon state law, the responsible party is required to immediately notify
the Oregon Emergency Response System (OERS) and the National Response
Center. (See the plan preface for notification numbers.) The responsible party is
also encouraged to notify local response agencies through the 911 system.
Any person owning or having control over any oil or hazardous material spilled or
released or threatening to spill or release is strictly liable without regard to fault.
Any person who fails to clean up oil or hazardous materials immediately, when
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under obligation to do so, is responsible for the expenses incurred by DEQ in
carrying out the cleanup project. Any person who does not make a good faith
effort to carry out a cleanup project is liable to the DEQ for damages not to
exceed three time the amount of expenses incurred by DEQ.
If a spiller is unknown, fails to respond, or the response is considered
inadequate, the DEQ may exercise the authority to take over the response or
contract for the cleanup of the spill. The DEQ may recover the costs of the
cleanup (ORS 466.645).
4334 Idaho
Idaho law requires that the responsible party immediately contact the Idaho
Bureau of Hazardous Materials and Emergency Medical Services Center. (See
the plan preface for notification numbers.)
The Idaho Hazardous Substance Control Act provides that the responsible party
is strictly liable for emergency response to hazardous materials incidents.
4335 Prevention Laws
4335.1 Washington
4335.1.1 Washington Prevention Requirements
The Department of Ecology has an extensive spill prevention program for both
vessels and oil handling facilities. Spill prevention plans covering operational
procedure, personnel policies, management practices, and technology are
required for all tank vessels. Cargo and passenger vessels 300 gross tons or
larger are screened for potential risk and inspected by Ecology vessel inspectors
determine actual risk and mitigate through a system of accepted industry
standards. All types of large commercial vessels are required to comply with
Washington's rules for safe bunkering (refueling). Oil handling facilities are
required to comply with operating and design standards, operations manuals,
spill prevention plans, and training and certification programs. The Stare
Pilotage Act requires tug escorts laden double-hull tankers over 40,000
deadweight tons.
4335.1.2 Vessel Traffic System in Puget Sound
East of Dungeness Spit, participation in the Puget Sound Vessel Traffic System
is mandatory for the following vessels:
• Vessels of 300 Gross Tons (GT) or more propelled by machinery
• Vessels of 100 GT or more carrying 1 or more passengers for hire
Commercial vessels of 26 ft or more'engaged in towing
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• Each dredge or floating plant (33 CFR 161.101)
West of Dungeness Spit, participation in the cooperative Vessel Traffic
Management System, as described in 33CFR161 Subpart B, is mandatory for
the following vessels:
• Each vessel of 30 meters or more in length
• Each vessel towing alongside or astern or pushing ahead an object or
objects where:
~ The combined length of the vessel towing and object being towed
(including towline) exceeds 45 meters;'
~ The vessel or object being towed is over 25 meters in length
4335.2 Oregon
In accordance with Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) 776.405: No person shall
pilot any vessel upon any of the pilotage grounds established under ORS
776.025 or 776.115 without being a licensed pilot under this chapter or a pilot
trainee under the on-board supervision of a pilot licensed under this chapter.
This does not apply to:
• The master of a vessel under fishery, recreation, or coastwise endorsement
provided under 46 U.S.C. Chapter 121;
• A vessel registered with the State Marine Board or a similar licensing agency
of another state; or
• The master of a foreign registered fishing or recreational vessel, exempted by
the board, of not more than 100 feet in length or 250 gross tons international.
4335.2.1 Pilotage in Portland Area
Note: Proposed laws dealing with required escorts for tank vessels transiting the
Columbia River will be addressed in a later release of this plan.
4336 Local Government Requirements
4336.1 Washington
Under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 38.52, local government has the
responsibility to prepare for emergencies including oil spills and hazardous
materials releases. Some key responsibilities and authorities which relate to oil
and hazardous substance spill planning and response are as follows:
Emergency Management is the preparation for and carrying out of all emergency
functions, other than those for which the military is responsible, to mitigate,
prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies or disasters, and to aid
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victims...and to provide support for search and rescue operations. (RCW
38.52.010 [1])
Each political jurisdiction (county, city and town) is directed to establish a local
organization for emergency management. Each local organization shall have a
director appointed by the executive head of the political subdivision, subject to
the direction and control of such executive officer or officers. (RCW 38.52.070
[1])
Each political subdivision shall have the power to enter into contacts and to incur
obligations necessary to combat disaster. Each political subdivision can
exercise the powers herein without regard to time consuming procedures and
formalities prescribed by law (except constitutional requirements). (RCW
38.52.070 [2])
The director of each local organization...may develop mutual aid agreements.,
with other public and private agencies... The State emergency management
organization shall publish guidance. (RCW 38.52.090)
The governor and the executive heads of political subdivisions are directed to
utilize the services of all public agencies, and the officers and personnel of all
public agencies are directed to cooperate with the emergency management
organizations of the state upon request notwithstanding any other provision of
law. (RCW 38.52.110 [1])
Upon the declaration of a disaster by the governor, executive heads of political
subdivisions and the director of emergency management of said political
subdivisions may command the services and equipment of as many citizens as
necessary.... (RCW 38.52.110 [2])
4337 Disposal Guidelines
It is critical for the OSC in an immediate removal operation or the RPM in a
remedial action to recognize that contaminated soils, dredge spoils, drums,
tanks, refuse, water or other associated materials are to be considered
hazardous wastes and must be disposed of as such in accordance with the
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), as well as local and state
regulations managing the disposal of hazardous wastes. Many of the removal
actions employed by the OSC will in fact create a situation in which the OSC has
assumed the responsibility as a generator of hazardous wastes. These wastes
then become subject to the "cradle to the grave" manifesting procedures
currently in effect under the governing RCRA regulations. The OSC must ensure
that the hazardous waste generated from his/her removal actions be transported
by an approved hazardous waste hauler to an approved hazardous waste
facility. The OSC should consider the possibility of employing on-site treatment
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(e.y. incineration, biological treatments, chemical treatments, waste stream
treatment methods, etc.). Approved and effective on-site treatment will often
eliminate the dilemma affiliated with hauling hazardous waste to a hazardous
waste facility - the dilemma of simply relocating your problem to some other
geographic area where it may eventually develop into somebody else's problem.
Specific disposal information will be added to this section as it is developed.
Also, for local disposal options, consult the GRP for the specific area being
considered.
4337.1 Washington
Disposal practices shall be in accordance with state disposal guidelines.
Guidelines are available from Washington State Department of Ecology and can
be seen in section 9620.
4337.2 Oregon
The general policy of the Department of Environmental Quality is that,
whenever possible, recovered oil and oily debris be recycled
and reused, thereby reducing the amount of oily debris to be burned on-site
or disposed of at a solid waste landfill. Spilled oils and oil contaminated
materials resulting from control, treatment, and clean up shall be handled
and disposed of in a manner approved by the Department.
4337.2.1 Classification and Segregation
The state of Oregon will utilize its access to federal samples taken by the Coast
Guard. As necessary, the state will also utilize sampling capabilities of the DEQ
laboratory. All oily waste and debris is classified as a specified waste in the state
of Oregon.
The segregation of oily waste and debris is a key part of the disposal process.
Oil recovered from an aquatic area will typically contain large amounts of water
and debris. Excess water needs to be removed; it increases the amount of
material to be transported and can cause problems for disposal facilities. It is
most productive to segregate the waste on site to facilitate transportation and
disposal. An oil/water separator or a vacuum truck should be available on site to
complete this process. Oiled debris needs to be separated out as well. Oil and
oily debris should be segregated into the following categories:
• Reuse/Recycle
• Incinerate
• Burn on site
• Landfill
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4337.2.2 Reuse/Recycle
Whenever possible, recovered oil and oily debris should be recycled and reused,
thereby reducing the amount of oily debris to be burned on site or disposed of at
a solid waste landfill.
4337.2.3 Incineration
Facilities are available which are capable of burning combustible, oiled debris,
subject to any emission limits or restriction of the Air Containment Discharge
Permit and Solid Waste Disposal Permit, if applicable.
A 60-day letter permit can be obtained immediately from the Air Quality Division
of the Department of Environmental Quality in Portland by the facility to change
fuel. In order to obtain this permit, a written request must be submitted including
a statement of anticipated emissions based on the petroleum product
contaminating the debris to be burned. Consecutive permits may be issued, but
an evaluation will be conducted by DEQ prior to combustion.
For a list of facilities capable of incinerating oily debris, consult the appropriate
Geographic Response Plan.
4337.2.4 On-site Burning
Although no specific sites have been identified, the DEQ may authorize a 60-day
letter permit for controlled open burning of combustible, oiled debris on the
Oregon Coast and portions of the Columbia River in accordance with Oregon
Administrative Rules, Division 23. The 60-day letter permit may be obtained
from the Air Quality Division of the DEQ in Portland. A written request is
required to obtain the permit, and must include the anticipated emissions based
on the petroleum product contaminating the debris to be burned. Controlled
open burning is defined as follows from most to least preferable:
• Forced air pit incineration
o Tall stack burning with auxiliary air supply
• Pile burning with auxiliary air supply
• Pile burning
The DEQ would generally intend to require forced air pit incineration for burning
proposed in or near any population center or sensitive area. Combustion
efficiency enhancement through utilization of an air curtain or fan devices is
generally recommended. There are several areas in Oregon currently regulated
by local authorities. They are listed in Division 23 rules for open burning.
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4337.2.5 Landfills
There are several landfills which may receive oiled debris, subject to the rules for
disposal of spill cleanup materials, any restriction of the Solid Waste Permits,
any franchise restrictions, and the concurrence of the owner/operator. See
Oregon Administrative Rules Chapter 340, Division 61 on solid waste
management.
4337.2.6 Interim Storage
Interim storage site selection will be made on a case-by-case basis. Oregon
Administrative Rules Chapter 340, Division 61 on solid waste management
addresses the definition of and guidelines for a "disposal site" which includes
temporary storage sites.
A letter of authorization for six months can be obtained from the DEQ by written
application. The application must contain specific criteria regarding the site;
these criteria can be found in Oregon Administrative Rules Chapter 340, Division
61, page 5.
Recovered oil should be stored in sealable containers such as 55-gallon drums,
portable pillow tanks, empty fuel storage tanks, tank trucks, barges, or any other
available container that can be sealed to prevent spillage. If necessary, a pit can
be dug to hold the waste and lined with plastic or polymeric sheeting to prevent
leaching.
Oily debris should be placed in leak-proof containers, such as plastic bags or
debris boxes, provided they are lined with plastic. Debris should be stored on
impermeable sheeting to prevent penetration into the soil should a breach of the
container occur.
Temporary storage sites should be located with good access to the cleanup
operations and nearby streets and highways. Good sites are flat areas such as
parking lots or undeveloped lots, with a minimum of slope to reduce potential
contamination from leaching oil. Sites should be at least three meters above
mean sea level. A 1- to 1-1/2 meter high earth berm should be constructed
around the perimeter of the site and the site lined with an impermeable liner to
the top of the berm.
After oiled debris is in storage, a monitoring program should be set up to ensure
that oil is not escaping outside the berm. Free oil accumulation within the
bermed area should be monitored as well.
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4337.2.7 Transportation
Transportation of oiled debris to its disposal destination is the contractor's
responsibility. Certified haulers should be used. Trucks should be lined with
plastic or otherwise made leak-proof in order to prevent leakage during transport.
4337.3 Idaho
4338 Volunteer Management Policy
4338.1 Washington
During past oil spills, Washington State citizens have expressed an interest in
providing assistance in oil spill response efforts including wildlife rescue, support
services, and beach cleanup. In fact, Washington State law (RCW 90.56.100)
mandated the development of a Wildlife Rescue and Response Program which
relies on the use of volunteers. The law also established the Washington Wildlife
Rescue Coalition which is made up of state, federal, and private organizations.
The Coalition, through its Wildlife Rescue Coordinator, will work with the
responsible party to implement Washington's Wildlife Rescue and Response
Plan. The Coalition was mandated to:
® Develop a mobilization plan to rescue and rehabilitate wildlife during a spill
® Develop a directory of persons, agencies, and organizations that may provide
assistance
• Provide advance training to volunteers
® Obtain and maintain equipment and supplies to support its efforts.
In response to the first of these mandates, the Wildlife Rescue and Response
Program developed the Washington State Volunteer Management Plan, the
purpose of which is to provide guidance for the use of volunteers. Section 3 of
the plan, "Wildlife Volunteer Management," contains a compilation of
requirements and procedures found in the Washington Wildlife Rescue and
Response Plan. At this time, the plan only covers oil spills to marine waters.
While state law clearly mandated the establishment of a program which relies on
volunteer assistance in wildlife rescue, the law is silent regarding volunteers for
tasks not related to wildlife (e.g., beach cleanup). Thus, the main emphasis of
the State Volunteer Management Plan will be on wildlife rescue volunteers, and
will identify potential opportunities for volunteers for other tasks if determined by
the Unified Command. Section 4 of this plan identifies a means for the use of
volunteers not related to wildlife rescue.
4338.2 Oregon
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4338.3 Idaho
4400 Environmental Sensitivity Indices, Maps & Information -- Geographic
Response Plans (GRPs)
4410 Puget Sound, Washington COTP Area of Responsibility
• GRP: Washington Outer Coast
• GRP: Strait of Juan de Fuca
• GRP: San Juan Islands/North Puget Sound
• GRP: Hood Canal/Admiralty Inlet
• GRP: North Central Puget Sound
• GRP: Central Puget Sound
• GRP: Sound Puget Sound
• GRP: Nisqually River (TBD)
4420 Environmental Protection Agency Area of Responsibility
• GRP: Snake River/:Little Goose Area
• GRP: Snake River/Lower Monumental Area
• GRP: Snake River/Ice Harbor Area
• GRP: Snake River/Lower Granite Area
• GRP: Spokane River (TBD)
o GRP: Middle Columbia River/Bonneville Pool
o GRP: Middle Columbia River/Dalles Pool
• GRP: Middle Columbia River/John Day Pool
• GRP: Middle Columbia River/McNary Pool
4430 Portland, Oregon COTP Area of Responsibility
• GRP: Grays Harbor,Washington
o GRP: Willapa Bay, Washington
• GRP: Lower Columbia River/Washington/Oregon
• GRP: Tillamook Bay
• GRP: Yaquina Bay
• GRP: North Oregon Coast
• GRP: South Oregon Coast
• GRP: Coos Bay
4500 General Response Priorities
4510 General Hierarchy of Response Priorities
Specific strategies for response to spills in sensitive areas are detailed in the
Geographic Response Plans (GRP). General Response Priorities are:
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• Protect human life and health
« Minimize ecological impacts
• Minimize economic and public impacts
4600 Strategic Response Options
4610 Sensitive Areas
Environmentally sensitive areas are identified in the 23 Geographic Response
Plans (GRPs) listed in section 4400. GRPs represent the collective input of
natural resource trustee agencies and spill response organizations regarding
environmental protection strategies for a given area. The objective of these
plans is to reduce decision-making time during the initial hours of response to a
major spill so that protection strategies can be implemented immediately. GRPs
contain maps and descriptions of sensitive public natural and cultural resources,
identify strategies to protect those resources, and set priorities for various spill
scenarios. The Environmental Unit will supplement GRPs with other "real-time"
information (e.g., wildlife surveys) to develop any spill-specific changes or
additions to protection priorities.
Note that private economic resources, such as commercial marinas, are not
addressed by GRPs or the Environmental Unit. These resources are assigned
the lowest in priority for protection. Development of any protection strategies for
private economic resources therefore falls under the duties of the responsible
party.
In general, GRPs include the following types of response strategies:
« No action - appropriate when weather, sea, or other conditions make other
options unsafe and/or infeasible. Also appropriate when response actions or
site access will cause further environmental damage (e.g., wetlands),
o On-water recovery - mechanical removal of floating oil by sorbent materials,
vacuum trucks, and skimming devices.
« Subtidal recovery - mechanical removal of sunken oil by dredges, pumps, or
submersible equipment.
• Exclusion Booming - deploying various types of boom to keep oil out of a
sensitive area.
o Deflection Booming - deploying various types of boom to divert oil away from
a sensitive area and/or divert oil toward a collection point.
• Shoreline cleanup - ranging from deploying sorbents for passive cleanup to
bioremediation; see NOAA's Shoreline Countermeasure Matrix for detailed
list of options.
o In Situ Burning - burning oil on the water; usually requires containment by
fire-resistant boom. See Section 4641 for more NWAC policy on in situ
burning use.
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• Dispersants - applying chemical agents, usually by aircraft, to aid in breaking
up surface slicks and dispersing oil within water column. See Section 4631
for more NWAC policy on dispersant use.
4620 Dispersants
Dispersants, or chemical herders, will not normally be used without the
concurrence of the Environmental Protection Agency and the state with
jurisdiction over the navigable water polluted by the discharge. Mechanical
means such as booms, mesh screens, sorbents, and deflecting techniques such
as propwash and flushing hoses are approved techniques for cleanup. Section
4622 contains a checklist developed to aid the OSC in reaching a decision on
whether the use of dispersants is the best course of action.
NOTE: The FOSC may authorize the use of dispersants, chemical herders and
other agents and additives without obtaining the concurrence of the EPA or state
when, in the judgment of the FOSC, the use of the product is necessary to
prevent or substantially reduce a hazard to human life.
4621 Dispersant Use Policy
4621.1 Washington
The state of Washington has prepared a dispersant use policy and EIS to
address use of dispersants in the state. This document is to be used primarily by
state, federal, and responsible party personnel in the planning and
implementation of dispersant use decisions during major oil spills in coastal
waters in and adjacent to Washington. The goal of the dispersant management
plan is to optimize protection for natural resources. This goal was accomplished
by the establishment of specific dispersant use sub-regions accompanied by
specific guidelines and standards for use in all such sub-regions. The policy
provides guidance for the on-scene coordinator to make decisions for the use of
dispersants based on conditions for preapproval, plus guidelines and standards
for use in all sub regions.
The dispersant policy guides all oil dispersant use activities and establishes
standards and guidelines for appropriate applications. The plan describes the
ranking of natural resource values and evaluates dispersant management
practices as a tool for protecting those resources.
The dispersant use policy embodies the provisions of state and national
contingency plans and other guiding documents.
The decision to approve or disapprove dispersant use is based on the seasonal
Analysis of the Resource Situation (ARS) in each individual subregion
(subregions described in EIS). The ARS is an examination of the present level
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and vulnerability of public resources and is used as the basis for examination of
the effects of dispersant use on those resources. As part of the ARS,
benchmarks for resources were developed to provide information about the
present resource levels. These benchmarks define the extent and vulnerability
of resources so that tradeoff decisions concerning those resources can be
examined.
Each dispersant use decision is governed by a comparative natural resource
evaluation, based on the resource type, number and sensitivity to oil and/or
dispersants in each marine and estuarine subregion described in the Oil Spill
Compensation Schedule WAC 173-183. The subregional scores (Tables 1-20,
Appendix C in EIS) describe the present and, as a minimum, the desired future
condition of natural resources in the marine and estuarine waters. The
maintenance of these outputs and activities is considered to be the goal the state
should meet via implementation of this policy.
Coastal and marine waters of the state have been divided in 132 subregions for
purposes of ranking comparative natural resource values (WAC 173-183).
Individual subregions were scored on a 1-5 basis (1-low to 5-high) for each of
seven natural resource categories; habitat, marine mammals, birds, marinefish,
shellfish, salmon and recreation. WAC 173- 183-400 describes, in detail, the
methodology for scoring.
The evaluation leads to the selection of preapproved, conditional approval and
no approval dispersant use sub-regions based on the comparative resource
values by subregion and season. All decisions are based on the fact that there
are known tradeoffs associated with the use of dispersants and when these are
weighted against the resource value to be protected, there may be times when
the value of the resource portection outweighs the added potential loss to
another resource value from the use of dispersants.
Chemical dispersants may be authorized in regions when it is judged that the
advantage of using the dispersant outweighs the impacts of allowing untreated
oil to enter other sensitive environments or damage unique wildlife/fish
populations . Three dispersant use decision categories are possible in each
subregion. The decision is based on the known biological consequences of
dispersant use in the specific region verses its use as a method to protect
valuable fish and wildlife habitat and species in other areas.
The EIS contains the area-wide standards and guidelines that apply to all
dispersant use applications in marine and estuarine waters. Authorization for
approval of dispersants within any subregion was based on meeting all of the
following criteria:
• A critical evluation of resources and habitats in the spill zone
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• Potential of critical habitats remote from the spill site being impacted by
undispersed oil
• Potential of critical aggregations offish, birds, and marine mammals remote
from the spill site being impacted by undispersed oil
• Meteorological and oceanographic conditions that suggest that the
undispersed oil trajectory will, in fact, impact these remote fish and wildlife
aggregations and/or habitats
• Assume adequate delivery system
• Environmentally acceptable dispersant available
• Preliminary tests have shown that the RP can deliver dispersant effectively.
4621.2 Oregon
According to OAR 340-47-020, no chemicals shall be used to disperse,
coagulate, or otherwise treat oil spills except inert absorbent materials that are
completely removed in the clean-up process or other materials as may be
specifically approved by the DEQ. Physical removal of oil spills will ordinarily be
required except where use of chemical dispersants is warranted by extreme fire
danger or other unusually hazardous circumstances. DEQ will consider each
request for approval of dispersant use on a case by case basis.
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4622 Dispersant Use Checklist
1. Introduction. This checklist is intended to aid the UC in reaching a
decision on whether the use of dispersants is the best course of action for a
potential or actual oil spill mitigation. It also provides a familiar listing of data to
all RRT members involved with the decision to allow the use of dispersants. The
following sequence of events should normally be followed for an oil spill in which
the UC wishes to use dispersants.
a. The decision to use dispersants must be made as soon as possible after a
spill occurred before substantial weathering takes place or the oil has spread.
Therefore, early in the spill response the UC should evaluate the potential use of
dispersants. If the UC feels the potential for dispersant use exists he/she should
have his staff gather the information necessary to complete the dispersant
checklist. He/she also should request RRT activation to prepare the RRT for
review.
b. If upon completion of the dispersant checklist the UC decides the use of
dispersants is the best course of action the checklist information should be
passed to the RRT for final decision on its use.
2. The following steps should be utilized in deciding if the use of dispersants
will be required. (An immediate threat to life which can be substantially lessened
by the use of dispersants pre-empts the following matrix by the UC.)
a. Compilation of Data.
(1) Spill data
(a) Circumstances (fire, grounding, collision, etc.):
(b) Time/Date of incident:
(c) Type of oil product:
(d) List bulk chemicals carried and their volumes:
(e) Volume of product released:
(f) Total potential of release:
(g) Type of release (instantaneous, continuous, intermittent
etc.):
(2) Characteristics of the spilled oil
(a) Specific gravity:
(b) Viscosity:
(c) Pour point:
(d) Volatility (flash point):
(e) Relative toxicity:
(3) Weather and water conditions/forecasts
(a) Air temperature, wind speed, direction:
(b) Tide and current information:
(c) Sea conditions:
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(d) Water temperature and salinity:
(e) Water depth and depth of mixed layer:
(4) Trajectory information
(a) 48-hour oil trajectory forecast:
1 Surface area slick:
2 Expected areas of landfall:
(b) 48-hour dispersed oil trajectory forecast:
1 Oil movement in water column:
2 Surface oil movement in water column:
3 Concentration of dispersant/oil mixture in water
column:
(5) Characteristics of available dispersants
(a) Characteristics of the dispersants:
Product 1 Product 2 Product 3
1
Name
2
Manufacturer
3
When available
4
Location(s)
5
Amount available
6
Type of containers
7
Characteristics
a Toxicity
b Effectiveness
c Reactions
d Applicability to spilled oil
e Other
8 Application methods
9 Miscellaneous
(b) Type of transportation and dispersing equipment:
Company 1 Company 2 Company 3
1 Name
2 Location
3 Time to arrive
4 Equipment available
5 Other
(6) Info about available dispersant & dispersing equipment.
(a) Name of proposed dispersant on EPA and State acceptance
lists:
(b) Type (self-mix, concentrate, etc.):
(c) Proposed application methods and rates:
(d) Efficiency under existing conditions:
(% dispersed and volume dispersed)
(e) Location of the area to be treated:
(f) Surface area of slick treatable in scheduled time period:
(g) Estimated time interval between dispersant application and
sensitive environments/resources:
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a
(7) Comparison of effectiveness of conventional cleanup methods vs.
the use of dispersants:
(a) Containment at the source:
(b) Shoreline protection strategies:
(c) Shoreline cleanup strategies:
(d) Time necessary to execute response:
(8) Habitats and resources at risk
(a) Shoreline habitat type and area of impact:
Dispersant treated spill Untreated spill
1
2
3
4
(b) Resources
Dispersant treated spill Untreated spill
1 Endangered/threatened species (state and federally
designated)
2 Critical habitats for the above species
3 Marine animals (pupping, migration)1
4 Waterfowl use (nesting, migration)
5 Shellfish (spawning, harvesting)
6 Finfish (spawning, release migration, harvest)
7 Commercial use (aquaculture, water intakes, etc.)
8 Public use areas (parks, marinas, etc.)
9 Other resources of specific significance
(9) Economic Considerations
(a) Cost of dispersant operation:
(b) Cost of conventional containment and protection:
1 With dispersant use
2 Without dispersant use
(c) Cost of shoreline cleanup: (cost per barrel x number of
barrels reaching the shoreline)
1 With dispersant use
2 Without dispersant use
b. Recommendation to the RRT
(1) Possible options:
(a) Do not use dispersants.
(b) Use dispersants on trial basis, but not as control/cleanup
technique.
(c) Disperse in limited or selected areas.
(d) Disperse to the maximum extent possible with accepted
methods and available equipment.
(2) Other recommendations/rationale:
c. Consequences of a dispersant application decision.
(1) Will application of dispersant remove a significant amount of
the slick from the surface of the water?
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(2) Can the extent or location of shoreline impacts be altered in a
positive manner?
(3) Can the damage to endangered or threatened species, marine
mammals, and waterfowl be lessened?
(4) Will the damage to habitats and resources resulting from chemical
dispersion be less than those resulting without chemical dispersion?
(5) If recreational, economic and aesthetic considerations are higher
priority than natural resource considerations what is the most effective
means of their protection?
3. Criteria For Monitoring Dispersant Use: Dispersant applications in the
region will be monitored as a general practice. The UC is responsible for
designating monitors. The Pacific Strike Team may serve as monitors as
available. There are two levels of criteria suggested: required and desirable. The
proposed criteria follow.
a. REQUIRED:
(1) Records:
(a) Dispersant brand
(b) Equipment and methods used in application
(c) Dilution of dispersant prior to application, if any
(d) Rate of application (gallons per acre, dispersant to oil ratio
(e) Times and area of application
(f) Tracts of vessels or aircraft during application
(g) Wind and wave conditions during application.
(2) Effectiveness: Visual and photographic documentation, by
qualified observers, of;
(a) Oil before and after dispersant application, and
(b) Re-surfacing of dispersed oil.
(3) Environmental Impacts: Visual and photographic surveys of:
(a) The extent of shoreline impact by dispersed and
undispersed oil
(b) Mortality or abnormal behavior by fish, birds or mammals.
b. DESIRABLE:
(1) Effectiveness: Sampling of the water beneath the oil slick and the
oil and dispersant combination to determine the leyel of petroleum
hydrocarbons in the water. This sampling could include "in-situ"
measurements or sample collection for later analysis.
(2) Environmental impacts:
(a) Comparison of shoreline areas impacted by oil and oil and
dispersant mixtures
(b) Analysis of oil concentrations in sediments under dispersed
oil
(c) Investigation of water column organisms for signs of adverse
impacts due to dispersed oil
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Collection and analysis of birds affected by dispersants
dispersants and oil mixtures
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4630 In-Situ Burning
In-situ is the Latin term for "in place". In-situ burning as it relates to oil spills is
the controlled burning of oil on water at the spill site. While the focus of the
policy is on open-water areas in the marine environment, it also applies to in-situ
burning in inland areas.
4631 In-Situ Burning Policy
The purpose of the policy is to define the conditions under which burning may
occur on a pre-approved or case by case basis and define conditions under
which burning will not be allowed. The complete policy defines the procedure for
arriving at the decision to burn or not to burn, describes the regulatory and
statutory framework, and provides background information on logistics,
environmental impacts, health and safety, and monitoring. The policy applies to
all marine waters as well as inland areas covered by the Northwest Area Plan.
This section summarizes key sections of the policy.
It is the policy of the Northwest Area Committee to use, and in certain cases,
encourage in-situ burning, provided that requirements specified herein have
been met. A primary consideration in the decision to burn is the protection and
safety of human life. The authority to approve a burn rests with the Unified
Command, who must determine that an application to burn conforms with these
guidelines. The decision to burn or not burn must be made expeditiously.
Preapproval areas are defined as those areas which are more than three miles
from population. All other areas will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Monitoring and sampling will be conducted where there is the potential for people
to be exposed to the smoke. As general guidance, people should not be
exposed to small particles (PM-10) in concentrations that exceed 150
micrograms per cubic meter of air averaged over one hour. The concentrations
should never exceed 150 micrograms per cubic meter averaged over 24 hours.
4632 Authorization Procedures
These guidelines provide a common decision-making process to evaluate the
appropriateness of using in-situ burning during a spill response. The process is
based on the premise that a rapid decision is essential if in-situ burning is ever to
be used since oil emulsifies (becomes mixed with water) and is more difficult to
ignite as time goes on. Therefore, the fewest number of decision-makers as
possible are involved in deciding whether or not to burn.
Under these guidelines, authorization to use in-situ burning rests with the Unified
Command (UC). The UC consists of federal, state and responsible party on-
scene coordinators as well as local and tribal on-scene coordinators, as
appropriate. The UC, as part of the Incident Command System (ICS), is
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responsible for overseeing the entire response effort, which includes the decision
to use in-situ burning. The decision process is greatly expedited by the use of
the unified command structure, by the establishment of a single application (see
attached checklist and worksheet located after the decision process flowchart),
and mutually agreed upon operational controls. Figure 4.1 summarizes the In-
situ burn decision process.
Application submitted to,
or developed by, Unified
Command (UC)
In-situ Burn
Decision Process
Meteorologist
consults with
appropnate air
authority
Figure 4.1
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In-Situ Burning Application
The following checklist and worksheet are provided as a summary of important
information to be considered by the Unified Command in reviewing any request to
conduct in-situ burning in response to an oil spill in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho
waters. The flowchart shown in figure 4.1 summarizes the process for making a burn
decision. The decision to burn involves three basic factors. If the oil has ignited due to
collision or another means, allowing continued burning may be unavoidable or beneficial.
Second, the decision to burn must consider whether this toci will offer a greater level of
efficiency in removing oil on water and/or reducing oil impacts to sensitive resources.
Third, the decision must evaluate whether it is practical, feasible, and safe to bum given
the spill and conditions involved.
The application process begins with a simple preliminary feasibility analysis. If that
analysis concludes that in-situ burning may be feasible, the application checklist and
window-of-opportunity worksheet should be completed. The checklist is divided into
several sections of information about the spill, weather, proposed burning plan, and
potential impacts. Most checklist questions reference items on the worksheet. When
completed, the checklist and worksheet will identify the window-of-opportunity when in-
situ burning would be allowed based on environmental, public health, and operational
constraints. Note that the checklist must be updated for each new burn scenario
proposed. It is important to note that even if the checklist and worksheet fail to show that
in-situ burning is appropriate at one point in time (i.e., a "NO" answer), changes in
environmental or other factors may make in-situ burning a feasible option at a later time.
a. Preliminary Feasibility Analysis
1. Is the spilled oil already burning? Yes No
If yes, skip remaining questions and proceed with the rest of application.
2. Are prevailing and forecasted winds and atmospheric conditions likely to cause heavy smoke exposure to
populated areas? Yes No If no, proceed with question 3.
3. Do natural resource managers concur that in-situ burning will cause less overall harm to marine resources
(e.g., heat, burn residue) than the harm to those resources anticipated if in-situ burning does not occur (e.g.,
oiling of shorelines, wildlife, kelp, etc)? Yes No
If yes, proceed with question 4.
4. Are equipment and trained personnel available to conduct in-situ burning operations? Yes No
If yes, proceed with question 5.
5. Is the oil concentration and type suitable for containment and burning?. Yes No
If yes, proceed with rest of application.
If any answer to the above questions does not result in instructions to proceed with the application,
approval of an in-situ burning application is very unlikely at this point of time until conditions change.
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b. Application Checklist
1. Spill Data
a. Date of incident (month/date/year): Time of incident:
b. Name of incident/responsible party :
c. Location of incident Latitude: N Longitude W
d. Type(s) of oil spilled:
e. Estimated volume of oil spilled into water:
f. Estimated volume of oil at risk of spilling:
g. Release status: Stopped Intermittent Continuous Outflow Rate:
h. Forecasted surface area of spill at time of projected burn:
Continuous slick Large patches Ribbons/streamers
i. Will oil concentration be sufficient to burn? Yes No See #1 on worksheet
j. Anticipated oil trajectory (attach NOAA forecasts if available):
k. Forecasted oil distance/direction to nearest land at time of projected burn:
1. Expected areas and times of shoreline oil impact:
See #2 on worksheet
m. Estimated percentage of natural dispersion and evaporation during:
first 24 hours second 24 hours
n. Oil emulsification at this time: Unknown None Light (0-20%)
Moderate (21-50%) Heavy (over 50%)
o. Will emulsification likely be less than 50% at projected time of burn?
Yes No Unknown + See #3 on worksheet
p. Distance (in miles) and direction to nearest population center (> 100 people per sq. mile):
q. Name of nearest population center:
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2. Weather/Environmental Conditions at time of pro jected burn
a. Temperature: Air = F Water = F
b. Weather: Clear Partly cloudy Overcast Rain Fog
Snow Freezing
c. Surface visibility Ceiling level
d. Is prevailing and forecasted visibility more than 500 ft. vertically and 0.5 mile
horizontally? Yes No ¦fr See #4 on worksheet
e. Surface current: Speed Direction
f. Wind conditions: Speed Direction (from)
g. Are prevailing and forecasted winds less than 25 knots? Yes No
See #5 on worksheet
h. Tide state: Flood Ebb Slack Water
i. Sea State: Calm Choppy Swell (in feet)
j. Waves: Less than 1 ft 1-3 ft More than 3ft Direction (from)
See #6 on worksheet
k. Other weather/sea condition information:
3. Proposed Burning Plan
a. Location of the proposed burn relative to the spill site:
b. Location of the proposed burn relative to nearest ignitable slick(s):
c. Location and direction of the proposed burn relative to nearest land:
d. Can accidental fires be avoided? Yes No If yes, what actions are planned:
e. Can ignition/burn occur at a safe distance from other response operations and public,
recreational, and commercial activities? Yes No See #7 on worksheet
f. Method(s) used to notify residents living within the potential smoke plume trajectory:
^ See #8 on worksheet
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g. Method(s) used to notify mariners and aircraft pilots:
h. Method(s) used to avoid impacts to marine life in vicinity of burn:
i. Type of ignition system proposed for use:
j. When will ignition system, fire-resistant boom, and deployment equipment/vessels
be on-scene and available for use?
See U9 on worksheet
k. How will ignition be carried out:
1. If a helitorch ignition system is to be used, is the helicopter qualified for offshore flight
and does it meet FAA certification requirements? Yes No
m. Method used to collect/concentrate oil, if any;
n. Amount of fire boom available for use at time of projected bum: feet
See #9 on worksheet
o. Number of boom-towing vessels and support vessels available:
p. Proposed location of oil containment relative-to spill soui ce:
q. Proposed burning strategy:
Immediate ignition at or near source
Ignition away from source after containment and movement to safe location
Controlled burning in boom or natural collection site at or near shore
Possible need for multiple ignition attempts.
r. Are floating debris and other safety hazards acceptable? Yes No
s. Are sufficient numbers of trained personnel available on-scene to conduct safe and
effective burn? Yes No ^ See #10 on worksheet
t. Estimated amount of oil to be bumed:
u. Estimated duration of burn:
v. Method of collecting bumed oil residue:
w. Estimated amount of burned oil residue to be collected:
x. Proposed interim storage and disposal of burned oil residue:
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y. Back-up plan for collecting contained oil if burn fails:
4. Burn Impacts
a. Is adequate air modeling support available? Yes No
b. Do prevailing conditions and air modeling results indicate that PM-10 standards can
be met? Yes No See #11 on worksheet
c. Will visibility remain safe at sensitive locations (e.g., airports, freeways)? Yes
No
d. Are adequate air support and burn monitoring equipment on-scene and
available?
Yes No See #12 on worksheet
e. How will operational impacts to wildlife in vicinity be monitored?
Name of Application Preparer:
Date/Time Submitted to Planning Section Chief:
Approval by Planning Chief:
Unified Command Decision:
Approval to implement burn plan
Approval to conduct small pilot burn
Burn plan disapproved at this time
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Window of Opportunity Worksheet
Spll! Name: Spill Time and Oat*.
This worksheet should be filled out In conjunction with the In Situ Burning Application Checklist. Fill in top row based on time of incident (e.g., if incident is at
0300, fill that in (or hour 1, 0400 (or hour 2, etc.) For each worksheet item, mark in each time segment where the item applies. The likely window-of-opportunity
equates to those time segments where all items are marked
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Authorization procedures will differ depending upon whether the spill location is in a
preapproval area or is decided on a case-by-case basis. Regardless of location, the UC
directs actions that will provide for maximum environmental protection while ensuring
human safety.
4632.1 Exposure Limits for Emissions
Since burning will almost aiways provide for the greatest degree of environmental
protection, a key issue is for the UC to ensure that pollutants from in-situ burning
emissions do not have a significant adverse impact to human health. The primary
pollutant of concern is PM-10, the small particulate matter contained in the smoke
plume. It is generally accepted that other pollutants dissipate, reaching background
levels well before PM-10 does. An in-situ smoke plume usually stays well above ground
level, hundreds to thousands of feet, but can reach the ground under certain
atmospheric conditions. An exposure standard for PM-10 has been established for
these guidelines. In-situ burning will not be approved if there is significant risk that the
standard would be exceeded where people are located. Background levels will be taken
into consideration when determining risk.
As general guidance, people should not be exposed to concentrations greater than 150
micrograms per cubic meter averaged over one hour. A meteorologist, responsible for
evaluating weather data and infonnation in the area proposed for an in-situ bum, will
incorporate this standard in assessing health risks. However, some flexibility and
professional judgment may be necessary. Therefore, the standard incorporates a cap
for PM-10 exposure not to exceed 150 micrograms per cubic meter averaged over a
24-hour period. The UC should ensure that an approved burn is within this standard.
The UC must also weigh the risk to people of the volatiles that evaporate from
unburned oil. In some cases, it may be less harmful to people to burn the oil rather than
let part of it evaporate.
4632.2 Preapproval
Once the UC determines that the application to burn conforms to the PM-10 standard,
then the UC determines if the spill location is in a "preapproval area." Preapproval areas
include any area that is more than three miles from human population. Human
population is defined as 100 people per square mile. If a potential burn site is in a
preapproval area, then the meteorologist, appropriate air pollution control authority,
local emergency manager and the public are notified. Preparations will be made for
monitoring the bum immediately following notification. (Note: Preapproval refers to
certain locations where burning is allowed with minimal steps to be taken to conduct the
burn. Several prior procedures must still be undertaken, including application submittal
and approval, and notifications.)
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4632.3 Case-by-Case
If the UC determines that the application conforms with the guidelines but is not in a
preapproval area, then approval to burn is considered on a case-by-case basis. The UC
notifies the Regional Response Team (RRT). In cases where the RRT's expertise is
needed, then the RRT will be consulted. At this stage, the UC consults with the
meteorologist to obtain weather data and information on the potential concentrations of
pollutants that may reach a populated area from both burned and unburned oil. The
meteorologist consults with the appropriate air pollution control authority for more
information. Data will also be obtained from a predictive smoke plume model whenever
possible. Modeling information will not be relied upon exclusively but considered as part
of the information package. The UC then evaluates all available information and
determines the feasibility and acceptability of in-situ burning based on these guidelines.
If the decision is yes, then the same procedures apply as those for preapproval areas. If
the decision is no, then the burn will not be conducted. If conditions change, the
application will be re-evaluated.
4632.4 Not Allowed
If the application to burn is not in conformance with these guidelines, in-situ burning will
not be allowed. Conditions will be monitored in case there is a change which would
make in-situ burning appropriate and feasible. While no geographic areas have been
excluded from the consideration to use in-situ burning, it is very unlikely that it would be
approved in a heavily populated area such as jnner Puget Sound or on the Columbia
River near Portland because of the increased potential for exposing people to high
levels of particulates. However, even in highly populated areas, burning may still be
approved in unique circumstances, especially when the volatiles from the unburned oil
pose a serious threat to human health.
4632.5 Monitoring
Monitoring should always be incorporated as part of standard in-situ burning
operations, however in some cases, especially in remote areas, it may be difficult or not
possible to monitor. Information from monitoring, sampling, and computer modeling will
be continuously evaluated to ensure the burn is conducted safely and to gather
historical data to enhance our knowledge of in-situ burning. Weather and sea conditions
will also be continuously monitored, and, if conditions become unfavorable, the burn
may be extinguished.
4640 Decanting
When oil is spilled on the water, mechanical recovery of the oil is the principal approved
method of responding. However, the mechanical recovery process and associated
systems necessarily involve placing vessels and machinery in a floating oil
environment. Incidental returns of oil into the/esponse area, such as oil that falls back
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into the recovery area from vessels and machinery that are immersed and working in
the oil, are an inevitable part of the mechanical recovery process. Similarly, separation
or "decanting" of water from recovered oil and return of excess water into the response
area can be vital to the efficient mechanical recovery of spilled oil because it allows
maximum use of limited storage capacity, thereby increasing recovery operations.
This practice is currently recognized as a necessary and routine part of response
operations that is appropriately addressed in Area Contingency Plans. (See National
Contingency Plan Revisions, 59 F.R. 47401, Sept. 15, 1994.) In addition, some
activities, such as those associated with oil recovery vessels, small boats and
equipment cleaning operations, may result in incidental discharges. These activities
may be necessary to facilitate response operations on a continuing basis, and all of
these activities are considered to be "incidental discharges."
4641 Decanting Policy
This policy addresses "incidental discharges" associated with spill response activities.
"Incidental discharge" means the release of oil and/or oily water within the response
area in or proximate to the area in which oil recovery activities are taking place during
and attendant to oil spill response activities. Incidental discharges include, but are not
limited to, the decanting of oily water, oil and oily water returns associated with runoff
from vessels and equipment operating in an oiled environment and the wash down of
vessels, facilities and equipment used in the response. "Incidental discharges" as
addressed by this policy, do not require additional permits and do not constitute a
prohibited discharge. See 33 CFR 153.301, 40 CFR 300, RCW 90.56.320(1), WAC
173-201A-110, ORS 468b.305 (2)(b).
4641.1 Criteria
During spill response operations, mechanical recovery of oil is often restricted by a
number of factors, including the recovery system's oil/water recovery rate, the type of
recovery system employed and the amount of tank space available on the recovery unit
to hold recovered oil/water mixtures. In addition, the longer oil remains on or in the
water, the more it mixes to form an emulsified mousse or highly mixed oil/water liquid,
which sometimes contains as much as 70% water and 30% oil, thus consuming
significantly more storage space. Decanting is the process of draining off recovered
water from portable tanks, internal tanks, collection wells or other storage containers to
increase the available storage capacity of recovered oil. When decanting is conducted
properly most of the petroleum can be removed from the water.
The overriding goal of mechanical recovery is the expeditious recovery of oil from
water. In many cases, the separation of oil and water and discharge of excess water is
necessary for skimming operations to be effective in maximizing the amount of oil
recovered and in minimizing overall environmental damages. Such actions should be
considered and in appropriate circumstances authorized by the FOSC and/or SOSC
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because the discharged water will be much less harmful to the environment than
allowing the oil to remain on the water and be subject to spreading and weathering.
During a response, it will likely be necessary for response contractors or a responsible
party to request from the FOSC and/or SOSC authority to decant while recovering oil so
that response operations do not cease or become impaired. Expeditious review and
approval, as appropriate, of such requests is necessary to ensure a rapid and efficient
recovery operation. In addition, such incidental discharges associated with mechanical
recovery operations should not be considered prohibited discharges. Therefore, the
Area Committee adopts this policy to provide for an expeditious approval process and
provide guidance to OSCs, responsible parties, response contractors and other
members of the spill response community relating to incidental discharges and
decanting.
The Federal and State OSCs will consider each request for decanting on a case by
case basis. Prior to approving decanting, the OSCs should evaluate the potential
effects of weather including the wind and wave conditions, the quantity of oil spilled and
the type of oil as well as available storage receptacles. The OSC should also take into
account that recovery operations as enhanced by decanting will actually reduce the
overall quantity of pollutants in a more timely and effective manner to facilitate cleanup
operations. The following is the Oil Spill Decanting Authorization Form:
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7.3.2 Oil Spill Decanting Authorization Form
The ictJeral and state OSC>. under authority ol RCW 90.56 320( I) and WAC 173-201 A-110 (in Washington), or
ORS/OAR (in Oregon), hereby approve the u»e of decanting as a means of expediting the recovery
of oil during (he following spill cleanup operatiun:
Date(s) Approval Effective:
Name of Spill Incident:
Federally Defined Response Area:
Name of Requester:
Location and Description of Proposed Decanting Operation: (continue on reverse, if necessary)
The decanting munition must meet the following conditions:
1. All decanting should be done in a designated "Response Area" within a collection area, vessel collection
well, recovery belt, weir area, or directly in front of a recovery system.
2. Vessels employing sweep booms with recovery pumps in the apex of the boom shall decani forward of the
recovery pumps.
3. Vessels not equipped with an oil/water separator should allow retention time for oil held in internal or
portable tanks before rtrranring commences.
4. Containment boom most / need not (circle one) be deployed around the collection area to prevent loss of
decanted oil or eatnisment.
5. Visual monitoring of the decanting shall be maintained at all times so that discharge of oil in the
water is detected promptly.
6. Decanting in areas where vacuum trucks, portable tanks, or other collection systems are used for shore
cleanup will be subject to the same rules as vessels.
7. Additional conditions: (continue on reverse if necessary)
SIGNATURE
Date:
Federal OSC
SIGNATURE
Date.
State OSC
NOTE: When verbal authorization is given, a copy of this form must be immediately expedited to the requester (must
he a person of authority in
the cleanup organization) to ensure dial the conditions and limitations are clearly
understood hy all panics.
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The following criteria should be considered by the FOSC and/or SOSC in determining
whether to approve decanting unless circumstances dictate otherwise:
All decanting should be done in a designated "Response Area" within a collection area,
vessel collection well, recovery belt, weir area, or directly in front of a recovery system.
Vessels employing sweep booms with recovery pumps in the apex of the boom should
decant forward of the recovery pump.
All vessels, motor vehicles and other equipment not equipped with an oil/water
separator should allow retention time for oil held in internal or portable tanks before
decanting commences.
When deemed necessary by the FOSC and/or SOSC or the response contractor a
containment boom will be deployed around the collection area to minimize loss of
decanted oil or entrainment.
Visual monitoring of the decanting area shall be maintained so that discharge of oil in
the decanted water is detected promptly.
Decanting in areas where vacuum trucks, portable tanks or other collection systems are
used for shore cleanup will be subject to the same rules as vessels.
The response contractor or responsible party will seek approval from the FOSC and/or
SOSC prior to decanting by presenting the Unified Command with a brief description of
the area for which decanting approval is sought, the decanting process proposed, the
prevailing conditions (wind, weather, etc.) and protective measures proposed to be
implemented. The FOSC and/or SOSC will review such requests promptly and render
a decision as quickly as possible. FOSC authorization is required in all cases and in
addition SOSC authorization is required for decanting activities in state waters.
The FOSC and/or SOSC will review and provide directions and authorization as
appropriate to requests to wash down vessels, facilities and equipment to facilitate
response activities.
Other activities related to possible oil discharges associated with an oil spill event such
as actions to save a vessel or protect human life which may include such actions as
pumping bilges on a sinking vessel are not covered by this policy.
4650 Bioremediation
The use of bioremediation in open water is an unproven technology that currently shows
little or no promise of removing significant quantities of oil from the surface of the water
prior to shoreline impact or natural dispersion. ^Bioremediation by nutrient enhancement
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or seeding of biodegrading organisms is therefore not allowed on the surface of open
water. This policy can be reviewed by the RRT if there is new and significant evidence
that bioremediation can be a significant factor in oil removal on open water.
Bioremediation of Shorlines
Seeding of exotic organisms for pollution response is prohibited in Response Region Ten.
This is due to unproven efficacy of such procedures and the unknown ecological effects
resulting from the implementation of such.
Bioremediation is an effective technique for the encouragement of oil biodegradation on
some contaminated shorelines. Nonetheless, this strategy is unlikely to lead to rapid
decontamination of beaches. Consequently, bioremediation should be used as the
primary treatment only when oil concentrations are low (less than 15 grams of oil for
every kilogram of sediment) and conventional forms of cleanup (heavy equipment use or
manual cleaning) are likely to do more damage than good. Bioremediation should be
considered as a polishing technique after gross contamination is removed by
conventional means.
The use of bioremediation for oil spill clean up will be allowed only on a case-by-case
basis.
4700
Reserved
for
Future
Use
4800
Reserved
for
Future
Use
4900
Reserved
for
Future
Use
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CHAPTER 5000
LOGISTICS
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Chapter 5000 Table of Contents
5000 LOGISTICS 5-8
5100 Logistics Section Organization 5-8
5110 Logistics Section Planning Cycle Guide 5-9
5200 Roies and Responsibilities 5-9
5210 Logistics Section Chief Responsibilities 5-10
5220 Service Branch Director 5-10
5230 Communication Unit Leader 5-10
5240 Medical Unit Leader 5-10
5250 Food Unit Leader 5-10
5260 Support Branch Director 5-11
5270 Supply Unit Leader 5-11
5280 Facilities Unit Leader 5-11
5290 Ground Support Unit Leader 5-11
5300 Communications 5-11
5310 Frequencies 5-12
5311 Government Frequencies 5-12
5311.1 Coast Guard Frequencies 5-12
5312 State Frequencies 5-12
5312.1 Wildlife Operations 5-12
5312.2 Fish & Wildlife 5-12
5312.3 CEMNET 5-12
5312.4 Search and Rescue (SAR) 5-13
5312.5 Law Enforcement Radio Net (LERN) 5-13
5312.6 On-Scene Command and CoordinationRadio (OSCCR) 5-13
5312.7 Department of Natural Resources (DNR) 5-13
5312.8 Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) 5-13
5312.9 Maritime Fire and Safety Association
Columbia River Communication System (MFSA) 5-13
5313 Private/Commercial Frequencies 5-14
5313.1 Clean Sound Cooperative 5-14
5313.2 MSRC 5-15
5313.3 FOSS Telecommunications Network 5-15
5313.4 The Petroleum Radio Service 5-16
5313.5 Amateur Radio Emergency Services 5-16
5314 International Frequency Listing 5-16
5320 Federal/State/Commercial Communication Resources 5-16
5321 Commercial Communication Resources 5-16
5322 Goverment/State Communication Resources 5-18
5330 Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) 5-20
5400 Area Resources: Infrastructure 5-21
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5410 Incident Facilities 5-21
5411 Pre-designated Command Post Locations in the
Puget Sound Area 5-21
5412 Pre-designated Command Post Locations in the
Portland Area 5-22
5413 Pre-designated Command Post Locations in the
Inland Area 5-22
5420 Regional Resource Listing for Puget Sound Area 5-23
Airports 5-23
Barge Companies 5-24
Canadian Agencies 5-24
City Government 5-25
City Police 5-27
Consulates 5-30
Consultants 5-32
Contractors 5-33
Cooperatives 5-34
County DEM 5-35
County Governments 5-41
County Sheriff 5-41
Cranes 5-44
Disposal 5-44
Diving 5-44
Dry Dock 5-44
Environmental 5-44
Fed Government 5-45
Fire Dept 5-50
Fisheries 5-59
Laboratories 5-61
Media-Magazine 5-62
Media-Newsprint - Daily 5-62
Media-Newsprint - Weekly 5-65
Media-Newsprint - Bimonthly 5-71
Media-Radio 5-71
Media-Television 5-73
Media-Wire Service 5-75
Medical Centers 5-75
Port Authorities 5-76
Public Works 5-77
Shipbuilding 5-77
State Government 5-77
State Police 5-79
Towing Companies 5-80
Tribal Governments 5-81
Wildlife Rescue 5-83
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Uncategorized 5-83
MSO Portland Resource Guide 5-99
5430 MSO Portland Resource List 5-100
5500 Area Resources: Response Equipment 5-106
5510 Summary of Area Resources 5-106
5511 Oil Response Equipment 5-106
5512 Hazardous Substance Response Equipment 5-137
5600 Area Resources: Personnel and Services 5-137
5610 Federal Resources/Agencies 5-137
5611 Trustees for Natural Resources 5-137
5612 USCG 5-137
5612.1 USCG National Strike Force (NSF) 5-137
5612.2 USCG District Response Assist Team (DRAT) 5-137
5612.3 Public Information Assist Team (PIAT) 5-137
5612.4 USCG Reserve 5-137
5612.5 USCG Auxiliary 5-137
5612.6 USCG Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) 5-137
5613 NOAA 5-137
5613.1 Scientific Support Coordinator 5-137
5613.2 Spill/Discharge Trajectory Modeling 5-137
5613.3 Oceanic & Atmospheric Modeling 5-137
5614 US Navy Supervisor Salvage(SUPSALV) 5-137
5615 EPA Emergency Response Teams 5-137
5616 Agency for Toxic Substance and Diseases(ATSDR) 5-137
5617 Other Federal Agencies 5-137
5617.1 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) 5-137
5617.2 U.S. Department of Commerce 5-138
5617.3 U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) 5-138
5617.4 U.S. Navy (USN) 5-138
5617.5 U.S Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) 5-138
5617.6 U.S. Department of Energy 5-138
5617.7 U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency FEMA) 5-138
5617.8 U.S. Department of Health and Human Resources (HHS) 5-139
5617.9 U.S. Department of Interior (DOI) 5-139
5617.10 U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) 5-139
5617.11 Bureau of Land Management (BLM) 5-139
5617.12 Minerals Management Service (MMS) 5-139
5617.13 Bureau of Mines (BOM) 5-139
5617.14 National Park Service (NPS) 5-140
5617.15 Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) 5-140
5617.16 Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) 5-140
5617.17 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) 5-140
5617.18 U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) 5-140
5617.19 U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)/Occupational Safety and Health
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Administration (OSHA) 5-140
5617.20 U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) 5-141
5620 State Resources/Agencies 5-141
5621 Governmental Official Liaisons(Governor's Aide, County Executive). 5-141
5622 Trustees for Natural Resources 5-141
5622.1 Washington 5-141
5623 State Emergency Response Committees(SERC) 5-141
5623.1 Washington 5-141
5623.1.1 State Emergency Response Commission 5-141
5623.1.2 Department of Community Development/Emergency
Management Div 5-142
5623.2 Oregon 5-142
5623.2.1 Oregon Emergency Response System (OERS) Council 5-142
5623.2.2 Interagency Hazard Communication Council (IHCC) 5-142
5623.2.3 Regional Marine Safety Committees 5-143
5623.2.4 Emergency Management (OEM) 5-143
5623.3 Idaho 5-143
5623.3.1 Idaho Bureau of Hazardous Material (BHM) 5-143
5624 State Environmental Agencies 5-143
5624.1 Washington Department of Ecology 5-143
5624.1.1 Inland Responsibilities 5-145
5624.1.2 Regions 5-145
5624.1.3 SOSC Responsibilities 5-146
5624.1.4 Response Team 5-146
5624.2 Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) 5-146
5624.2.1 Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) 5-147
5624.2.2 Department of Forestry (ODOF) 5-147
5624.3 Idaho Division of Environmental Quality 5-148
5625 Law Enforcement Agencies 5-148
5625.1 Washington 5-148
5625.1.1 State Patrol (WSP) 5-148
5625.2 Oregon 5-150
5625.2.1 State Police (OSP) 5-150
5625.3 Idaho State Police (ISP) 5-150
5626 Hazardous Substances Response Teams 5-151
5627 Other State Agencies 5-151
5627.1 Washington 5-151
5627.1.1 Department of Agriculture (WDOA) 5-151
5627.1.2 Department of Community Development/Office of 5-152
Archaeology and Historic Preservation 5-151
5627.1.3 Department of Health (WDOH) 5-152
5627.1.4 WISHA/DLI 5-152
5627.1.5 Parks and Recreation Commission (WP&RC) 5-153
5627.1.6 Department of Transportation (WDOT) 5-153
5627.2 Oregon 5-1153
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5627.2.1 Department of Transportation (ODOT) 5-153
5627.2.2 Parks & Recreation Department 5-154
5627.2.3 Division of State Lands (DSL) 5-154
5627.2.4 Department of Agriculture (ODOA) 5-154
5627.2.5 Health Division (OSHD) 5-154
5627.2.6 Occupational Health and Safety Adminstration (OSHA) 5-155
5627.2.7 Office of Energy (OOE) 5-155
5627.2.8 Fire Marshal's Office (SFM) 5-155
5627.2.9 Military Department (National Guard, Army and Air) 5-156
5627.2.10 Oregon State University 5-156
5627.3 Idaho 5-156
5627.3.1 Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) 5-156
5627.3.2 Idaho Department of Fish and Game) 5-157
5627.3.3 Idaho Department of Agriculture) 5-157
5627.3.4 Idaho Division of Health) 5-158
5627.3.5 Division of water Resources (IDWR) 5-158
5627.3.6 Idaho Bureau of Disaster Services) 5-158
5627.3.7 Idaho National Engineering and Environmental Laboratory Oversight
Program 5-159
5628 Indian Tribes 5-160
5630 Local Resources/Agencies 5-161
5631 Trustees for Natural Resources 5-161
5632 Local Emergency Planning Committees(LEPC) 5-162
5632.1 Washington 5-162
5632.1.1 Emergency Management Agencies 5-163
5633 Local Environmental Agencies 5-163
5634 Law Enforcement Agencies 5-163
5634.1 Washington 5-163
5635 Port Authority/Harbormaster 5-163
5636 Fire Departments 5-163
5636.1 Washington 5-163
5637 Hazardous Substances Responses Teams 5-163
5638 Explosive Ordinance Details(EOD) 5-163
5639 Site Safety Personnel/Health Departments 5-163
5639.1 Washington 5-163
5640 Private Resources 5-163
5641 Clean-up Companies (BOA & Non-BOA) 5-163
5642 Media(Television, Radio, Newspaper) 5-163
5643 Salvage Companies/Divers 5-164
5644 Fishing Cooperatives and Fleets 5-164
5645 Wildlife Rescue Organizations 5-164
5645.1 Washington 5-164
5645.1.1 Wildlife Rehabilitation Contractors 5-164
5646 Maritime Associations/Organizations/Cooperatives 5-164
5647 Academic Institutions 5-164
5648 Laboratories - 5-164
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5649 Emergency Medical Services 5-164
5700 Reserved for Future Use 5-164
5800 Reserved for Future Use 5-164
5900 Reserved for Future Use 5-164
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5000 LOGISTICS
5100 Logistics Section Organization
The following is an organizational chart of the Logistics Section and its
subordinate units. It serves as an example and is not meant to be all inclusive.
The functions of the Logistics Section must be accomplished during an incident,
however, they can be performed by one individual or can be expanded, as
needed, into additional organizational units with appropriate delegation of
authority.
Information regarding the Logistics Section and Staff positions within the
command can be found in the Oil Spill Field Operations Guide (FOG) ICS-OS-
420-1 dated June 1996.
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5110 Logistics Section Planning Cycle Guide
5200 Roles and Responsibilities
The Logistics Section is responsible for providing services and support to meet
all incident or event needs. This is accomplished under the direction of the
Logistics Section Chief. Logistics service and support to an incident or event
are important functions. Early recognition of the need for a separate logistics
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function and section can reduce time and money spent on an incident. All
Functions not assigned by the Section Chief remain the responsibility of the
Section Chief.
5210 Logistics Section Chief Responsibilities
The Logistics Section Chief, a member of the General Staff, is responsible for
providing facilities, services, and material in support of the incident. The
Logistics Section Chief participates in development and implementation of the
Incident Action Plan and activates and supervises Branches and Units within the
Logistics Section.
5220 Service Branch Director
The Service Branch Director, when activated, is under the supervision of the
Logistics Section Chief, and is responsible for the management of all service
activities at the incident. The Branch Director supervises the operations of the
Communications, Medical, and Food Units.
5230 Communications Unit Leader
The Communications Unit Leader, under the direction of the Service Branch
Director or Logistics Section Chief is responsible for developing plans for the
effective use of incident communications equipment and facilities; installing and
testing of communications equipment; supervision of the incident
Communications Center; distribution of communications equipment to incident
personnel; and the maintenance and repair of communications equipment.
5240 Medical Unit Leader
The Medical Unit Leader, under the direction of the Service Branch Director or
Logistics Section Chief, is primarily responsible for the development of the
Medical Emergency Plan, obtaining medical aid and transportation for injured
and ill incident personnel, and preparation of reports and records. The Medical
Unit may also assist Operations in supplying medical care and assistance to
civilian casualties at the incident, but is not intended to provide medical services
to the public.
5250 Food Unit Leader
The Food Unit Leader, under the direction of the Service Branch Director or
Logistics Section Chief, is responsible for determining feeding requirements at all
incident facilities; menu planning; determining cooking facilities required; food
preparation; serving; providing potable water; and general maintenance of the
food service areas.
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5260 Support Branch Director
The Support Branch Director, when activated, is under the direction of the
Logistics Section Chief, and is responsible for development and implementation
of logistics plans in support of the Incident Action Plan, including providing
personnel, equipment, facilities, and supplies to support incident operations.
The Support Branch Director supervises the operation of the Supply, Facilities,
Ground Support and Vessel Support Units.
5270 Supply Unit Leader
The Supply Unit Leader is primarily responsible for ordering personnel,
equipment and supplies; receiving, and storing all supplies for the incident;
maintaining an inventory of supplies; and servicing non-expendable supplies and
equipment.
5280 Facilities Unit Leader
The Facilities Unit Leader is primarily responsible for the layout and activation of
incident facilities (e.g. Base, Camp(s) and Incident Command Post). The
Facilities Unit provides sleeping and sanitation facilities for incident personnel
and manages base and camp operations. Each facility (base or camp) is
assigned a manager who reports to the Facilities Unit Leader and is responsible
for managing the operation of the facility. The basic functions or activities of the
Base and Camp Manager are to provide security service and general
maintenance. The Facility Unit Leader reports to the Support Branch Director.
5290 Ground Support Unit Leader
The Ground Support Unit Leader is primarily responsible for 1) support out of
service resources 2) coordination of transportation of personnel, supplies, food,
and equipment, 3) fueling, service, maintenance and repair of vehicles and other
ground support equipment, and 4) implementing the Traffic Plan for the incident.
5300 Communications
This is a frequency and communications resource summary taken from the
Communications Manual provided in section 9660 Communications Manual
provides further detail on topics such as communications terminology,
equipment setup, types of communications systems, and more.
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5310 Frequencies
The following is a list of frequencies that Government, State, and Private
agencies will be using in the event of an oil spill:
5311 Government Frequencies
5311.1 Coast Guard Frequencies:
Group
Port Angeles
Port Angeles
Seattle
Astoria
Portland
Northbend
Non-Coast Guard Ships
Marine
Note: Channel 81A si
whenever necessary.
5312 State Frequencies
5312.1 Wildlife Operations:
147.5800MHz Wildlife Response
146.4400MHz Wildlife Response Relay
Relay
5312.2 Fish & Wildlife:
Purpose
Working (Primary)
Working (Secondary)
Working
Working
Working
Working
Coast Guard Liason,
Information Broadcasts
discharge removal operations
Beach Crew Wildlife Cleanup
Beach Crew Wildlife Cleanup
Channel/Frequency
81A (157.075 Mhz)
83A (157.175 Mhz)
21A 157.05 Mhz)
23A (157.15 Mhz)
83A (157.175 Mhz)
21A (157.05 Mhz)
22A (157.100 Mhz)
hall be preempted for oil
151.4150MHz DNR Common (WDOE) Branch Tactical
5312.3 CEMNET (Comprehensive Emergency Management Network):
The CEMNET system utilizes base stations and repeaters controlled through the
Washington State Patrol microwave system. It operates on four frequencies:
• Lo Band Channel F1 transmits on 45.200 MHz.
• Lo Band Channel F2 transmits on 45.360 MHz.
• Lo Band Channel F3 transmits on 45.480 MHz. The primary contact
channel for the state EMD.
• Lo Band Channel F4 Repeater transmits on 45.200 MHz and receives on
45.740 MHz.
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5312.4 Search and Rescue (SAR):
The Search and Rescue frequency transmits on 155.160 MHz and is also
managed by the Emergency Management Division.
5312.5 Law Enforcement Radio Net (LERN):
The Law Enforcement Radio Net which operates on 155.37 MHz is a mutual
frequency used strictly by state/local law enforcement agencies.
5312.6 On-Scene Command and Coordination Radio (OSCCR):
The On-Scene Command and Coordination Radio operates on 156.135 MHz.
5312.7 Department of Natural Resources (DNR):
• DNR State channel transmits on 151.295 and receives on 159.420.
5312.8 Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ):
The State of Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) utilizes the
Oregon State Fire Net during a pollution incident or potential pollution incident.
• Fire Net transmits on 154.280 MHz.
5312.9 Maritime Fire and Safety Association Columbia River
Communication System (MFSA):
MODE CHANNEL DESCRIPTION TRANSMIT TX-TONE RECEIVE RX-TONE
A I WEATHER
A 2 WEATHER
A 3 WEATHER
A 4 WEATHER
A 5 WEATHER
A 6 WEATHER
A 7 WEATHER
A 8 WEATHER
A 9 WEATHER
A 10 WEATHER
A II CORRESPONDS TO MARINE I56 800 156 800 CSQ
CHANNEL 16
A 12 CORRESPONDS TO MARINE I56 550 I56 550 CSQ
CHANNEL 11
A 13 CORRESPONDS TO MARJNE 156.650 156 650 CSQ
CHANNEL 13
A 14 CORRESPONDS TO MARINE I56 700 156 700 CSQ
CHANNEL 14
A 15 CORRESPONDS TO MARINE 156 900 156 900 CSQ
CHANNEL 18A
A 16 CORRESPONDS TO MARINE 157 025 157 025 CSQ
CHANNEL 80
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MODE CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
TRANSMIT
TX-TONE
RECEIVE
RX-TONE
B
i
OIL SPILL WORKING
157 075
157 075
CSQ
FREQUENCY CHANNEL 81
B
2
CRC OIL SPILL COMMAND
157 445
100
150 075
CSQ
B
3
SPILL TAC 1 REPEATER
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5313.2 MSRC:
150.9800MHz
S
Ch. 1
Internal
Comms
150.9800MHz
TX
Ch. 2
Internal
Comms
154.5850MHz
RX
159.4800MHz
S
Ch. 3
Internal
Comms
159.4800MHz
TX
Ch. 4
Internal
Comms
158.4450MHz
R_X
454.0000MHz
TX
Ch. 8
Internal
Comms
PL 100
459.0000MHz
RX
PL 136
5313.3 FOSS Telecommunications Network:
All Foss Maritime vessels have VHF-FM capability. Operating tugs and tank
barges monitor the appropriate VHF-FM channel for the house/working
frequency as denoted below.
Foss Maritime Location
Channel
Frequency
WA Seattle
7A
156.350MHz
North Sound
7A
156.350MHz
Everett
18A
156.900MHz
Tacoma
18A
156.900MHz
Port Angeles
7A
156.350MHz
OR Portland
10A
156.500MHz
Astoria
10A
156.500MHz
Ocean and coastwise tugs, while at sea, monitor single sideband radio, and
standby on channel 8B (8297.000Khz). Foss Maritime tugs also monitor the
following frequencies:
• SSB 2182.000KHz International Distress
• VHF 156.800MHz International Distress
156.650MHz Bridge to Bridge
The following Single Sideband radio frequencies are available aboard all Foss
ocean-going tugs and shoreside base stations for conducting private
communications iaw 47 CFR 80.373©.
2182.000KHZ 8297.000KHz
4149.000KHZ 12353.000KHZ
8294.000KHZ 16534.000KHz
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5313.4 The Petroleum Radio Service:
47 CFR Part 90.65 designates the frequencies listed below as available for use
in oil spill containment and cleanup operations.
Frequency
Mode
PL Tone
Use
(MHz)
25.040
simplex
Base/Mobile
25.080
simplex
Base/Mobile
36.250
simplex
Base/Mobile
41.710
simplex
Base/Mobile
150.980
simplex or repeater transmit
103.5
Pair 1
Base/Mobile
154.585
repeater receive
Pair 1
Mobile
158.445
simplex or repeater receive
103.5
Pair 2
Mobile
159.480
simplex or repeater transmit
Pair 2
Base/Mobile
454.000
simplex or repeater transmit
103.5
Pair 3
Base/Mobile
459.000
repeater receive
Pair 3
Base/Mobile
5313.5 Amateur Radio Emergency Services:
146.5400MHz ARES Communications GEN Hailing'& Emergency
Notifications
145.6300MHz ARES Packet Operations Packet Communications
5314 International Frequency Listing^
For a listing of frequencies between the U.S. and Canada, see Exhibit 29 in the
Communications Manual located in section 9670.
5320 Federal/State/Commercial Communication Resources
The following is a list of some of the major companies in which government,
state, or commercial industries can either rent or purchase various types of
communications equipment.
5321 Commercial Communication Resources
• COMPANY-U.S. West
EQUIP - Telephones/Lines/Service
POC - Any U.S. West Rep.
PHONE # - 1-800-403-3174 (commercial), 1-800-879-2807 (Gov.)
FAX#- 1-800-252-6418
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E-MAIL-N/A
COMPANY - AT&T Wireless
EQUIP - Cell Phones
POC - Mr. Dave Matthias/Gov. Sales Rep
PHONE #-(206) 389-5186
FAX # - N/A
E-MAIL - N/A
COMPANY - Puget Sound Instrument
EQUIP - Briefcase, Marine, and fixed site Satphones for sale.
POC - Mr. Jeff Thomassen
PHONE #-(206) 789-1198
FAX # - (206) 789-7391
E-MAIL - N/A
COMPANY - AMSC (American Mobile Satellite Company)
EQUIP - Satellite service
POC - Customer service
PHONE # - (800) 405-6543
FAX # - (800) 455-6543
E-MAIL - N/A
COMPANY - PageNet
EQUIP - Large selection of pagers for rent or sale
POC - Mr. Christopher Wood
PHONE # - (425) 747-9646, ext. 3106
FAX #-(425) 641-9259
E-MAIL - N/A
COMPANY - Ratelco
EQUIP - Offer approx. 400 programmable handheld VHF & UHF radios and 5
mobile base stations (UHF/VHF) available for rent. Can acquire a variety of
other types of comms gear available for rent or sale.
POC - Mr. Ben Ohashi (Sales)
Mrs. Kristi Gabrielse (Rentals)
PHONE # - (800) 244-5231
FAX # - N/A
E-MAIL - N/A
COMPANY - Motorola
EQUIP - Various types of radios
POC - Mr. Steve Hilliar/Gov. Sales Rep
PHONE # - (425) 646-0340
(800) 562-9090 (parts depart.)
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FAX # - N/A
E-MAIL - N/A
5322 Government/State Communication Resources
• COMPANY - USCG PACAREA PacArea (pt)
EQUIP - TCC (Transportable Communication Center) The TCC is a self-
contained, rapidly deployable Coast Guard manned and maintained
Communications Module. It provides the following communications
capabilities:
- Point to point, air/ground, ship/shore, and shoreside radio comms in the HF,
VHF, and UHF bands.
- Different types of antennas for best propagation and coverage in remote
and uneven terrain.
- Cellular telephone (secure, non-secure, and computer/data link)
- INMARSAT (satellite telephone system)
- Landline phonebank of over 100 lines.
POC - CW02 Scott Nystrom
PHONE # - (510) 437-3855, (510) 437-3224
After hours contact the Pacarea Command center at (510) 437-3700
FAX #-(510) 437-5342
E-MAIL - Snystrom@D11 .uscg.mil
o COMPANY-CCGD13(dt)
EQUIP - Repeater site/equipment
POC - CW04 Don Estok
PHONE #-(206) 220-7147
FAX #-(206) 220-7187
E-MAIL - Destok@Pacnorwest.uscg.mil
o COMPANY - FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency)
EQUIP When deployed, FEMA maintains a large self-propelled, self-
contained radio van. The Multi-Radio Van (MRV) contains:
KU Band SATCOMM (High Power) 24 channels, point-to-point or used to
extend circuits
from the telephone central office
VHF Highband/Lowband (FM) Two radios, 128 channel, Data
Encryption Standard
(DES) capable, PC programmable
VHF/UHF Radios (AM/FM) Six radios (Federal, State and Local)
DES/DES-XL
HF Radios
Line of Sight Wideband/Microwave
terminate the circuits
Digital Voice Protection (DVP-XL)
Two radios (Federal, State and Local)
24 channels, used to extend or
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point-to-point
Citizens Band Radio
C-Band (800 MHz) Radio Trunking
programmable
or Conventional (Motorola Spectra)
Data capability
or point-to-point
Merlin Legend Portable Switch
office circuits
(up to 60)
Completely Self-contained
(ECU's), antennas, etc
General Capabilities
at Voice Frequency
very versatile
fuel tank (200 gals)
operated in transit
Cellular Phone
interface
FAX capabilities
AM/FM Receive-Only Commercial
commercial broadcast
Onboard Audio Taping
Onboard test equipment
equipment
Deployable Antennas RX/TX
radio system
Deployable
rear locking axle
Winch
POC - Watch desk
PHONE # - (800) 395-6042, (425)
from the telephone central office, or as
General public radio system
Police and Fire frequencies - PC
Via the telephone central office circuits
over radio links
Used to terminate the telephone central
and to extend telephones to subscribers
Two power generators (27 Kilowatts)
Six Environmental Control Units
Radios can be patched to one another
(VF) level making cross-band patching
Air transportable (via C-5 Only)
Can run up to seven days on existing
All radios (except KU and LOS) can be
One mobile cellular phone for local cell
One Omni-FAX G3 compatible FAX
One PC FAX
Two AM/FM radios providing
interface with local broadcast stations
Two studio quality cassette recorders
Testing and repair capabilities for all
Field deployable antennas to enhance
On all semi-improved roadways. Dual
10,000/20,000 lbs capability
FAX # - N/A
E-MAIL - N/A
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• COMPANY - National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC)
EQUIP - Maintains a large cache of portable radio and satellite
communications equipment.
POC - Mr. Steve Jenkins
PHONE # - (208) 387-5485
FAX # - (208) 387-5560
E-MAIL - Sjenkins@NIFC.BLM.GOV
• COMPANY - USCG Reserve
EQUIP - Manpower/Watchstanders
POC - CWO Kotch
PHONE #-(206) 217-6321
FAX # - N/A
E-MAIL - N/A
• COMPANY - USCG Auxiliary
EQUIP - Have available fixed base stations, land mobiles, boats, and aircraft
POC - Mr. Lenny Ryerson/DSO-CM13
Mr. Roger Attwell
PHONE # - (425) 736-6534 (Ryerson)
(425) 337-5053 (Attwell)
FAX # - For Mr. Attwell (425) 337-5053, 5**
E-MAIL - Rogerwn7m@juno.com (Mr. Attwell)
• COMPANY - Environment Canada
EQUIP - Canadian/U.S. liaison for communications
POC - Mr. Christopher LaRock
PHONE #-(604) 606-6100
FAX # - N/A
E-MAIL - N/A
• COMPANY -GSA
EQUIP - various
POC - Mr. Jack Strahan - Regional manager for national communications
systems.
PHONE #-(206) 850-9415
FAX #-(206) 931-7507
E-MAIL - N/A
5330 Memorandums of Understanding (MOU)
The U.S. Coast Guard has established various memorandums of understanding with
other government and state agencies. These agency MOU's were established to
share resources which the Coast Guard may not have and require in an emergency.
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The following communication MOU's are currently inplace:
Serial #
Responsible
94-5
Date
Description
Unit
NONE
NONE
Under
Development
28 MAR 94 CG & FEMA Region X: For requesting
CCGD13(dre)
Emergency Communications Support involving
resources of the local Mobile Emergency
Response Support (MERS) detachment.
15 SEP 95 CG & FCC Procedure for USCG watchstanders
CCGD13(dt)
when radio interference is experienced
NONE CG Aux & NavMarCorMARS: Interoperability
CCGD13(oax)
guidelines and joint communications operations
NONE CG & US Forest Service: Emergency
CCGD13(dt)
Communications support involving resources
of the National Incident Fire Center (NIFC), Boise, ID.
5400 Area Resources: Infrastructure
5410 Incident Facilities
Designated incident facilities, such as a Command Post (CP), an incident base,
or a staging area, may be established based on the requirements of the incident.
The Incident Commander or Unified Command determines when these facilities
are established and where they are located.
The CP is the location from which all incident operations are directed. Only one
CP is required per incident. Government and private entities should be co-
located at the CP to make planning and communications easier. The
communications center is usually established at the CP. Incident bases(s) are
used for large oil spills affecting a large geographical area and provide staging
areas for equipment and personnel (i.e., small craft launching area, shoreline
cleanup access point).
5411 Pre-designated Command Post Locations in the Puget Sound Area
In the Puget Sound Area, major metropolitan areas which have been pre-
designated for command post locations are:
• Port Angeles
(Strait of Juan de Fuca GRP & Outer Coast GRP)
« Bellingham
(North Puget Sound/SanJuan Islands GRP)
• Anacortes/Mt. Vernon
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(North Puget Sound/SanJuan Islands GRP)
• Everett
(North Central Puget Sound GRP)
• Seattle
(Central Puget Sound GRP)
• Bremerton
(Central Puget Sound GRP)
• Tacoma
(Central Puget Sound GRP)
5412 Pre-designated Command Post Locations in the Portland Area
In the Portland Area, major metropolitan areas which have been pre-designated
for command post locations are:
® Portland
(Lower Columbia GRP)
o Astoria or Grays Harbor
(Grays Harbor GRP)
® Yaquina Bay
(Northern Oregon Coast GRP)
• Coos Bay
(Southern Oregon Coast GRP)
5413 Pre-designated Command Post Locations in the Inland Area
In the Inland Area, major metropolitan areas which have been pre-designated for
command post locations are:
• Kennewick
(Mid Columbia River GRP)
o Others T
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5420 Regional Resource Listing for Puget Sound Area
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
CouDty
FAX
AIRPORTS
Arlington Municipal Airport
18204 59th
Drive NE
Arlington
WA
98223
206-435-8554
Snohomish
Auburn Municipal Airport
400 23rd
Avenue
Aubum
WA
98002
206-931-3026
King
Bellinghain International Airport
4255
Mitchell
Way
Suite 2
Bellingham
WA
98226
206-676-2500
x332
Whatcom
Boeing Field/King County International Airport
P.O. Box
80245
Seattle
WA
98108
206-296-7392
206-296-7380
King
206-296-0190
Bowerman Field
P.O. Box
148
Hoquiam
WA
98550
206-533-6655
Grays Harbor
Bremerton National Airport
8850 SW
State Hwy 3
Port Orchard
WA
98366
206-674-2381
Kitsap
Chehalis-Centralia Airport
900 NW
Airport Road
P.O. Box 1344
Chehalis
WA
98532
206-748-0035
Lewis
Crest Airport
29300 179th
Place S
Kent
WA
98042
206-631-7100
King
FairchiId International Airport
Port of Port
Angeles
P.O. Box 1350
Port Angeles
WA
98362
206-457-8527
Clallam
206-452-3959
Friday Harbor Airport
800 Franklin
Drive
Friday
Harbor
WA
98250
206-378-4724
San Juan
Harvey Airfield
9900 Airport
Way
Snohomish
WA
98290
206-568-1541
Snohomish
Jefferson County International Airport
Port of Port
Town send
P.O. Box 1180
Port
Town send
WA
98368
206-385-2323
Jefferson
Olympia Airport
P.O. Box
827
Olympia
WA
98507
206-586-6164
Thurston
Pierce County Airport
Thun Field
9112
Lake wood
Drive SW
Tacoma
WA
98499
206-593-4698
fierce
Port of Anacortes Airport
P O. Box
297
Anacortes
WA
98221
206-293-3134
Skagit
Renton Municipal Airport
616 W
Perimeter
Road
Renton
WA
98055
206-235-2591
King
Sanderson Field
P.O. Box
517
Shelton
WA
98584
206-426-1151
Mason
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Sea-Tac
WA
206-433-4645
King
Skagit Regional Airport
Bay View
P.O. Box 348
Burlington
WA
98233
206-757-0011
Skagit
Snohomish County Airport
Paine Field
Everett
WA
98204
206-353-2110
Snohomish
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Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Tacoma Narrows Airport
1022 26th
Avenue NW
Gig Harbor
WA
98335
206-591-5759
Pierce
BARGE COMPANIES
UPDATE
James River/Western Transportation
3710 NW
Front Ave.
Fort James
(97210)
P. O Box 3869
Portland
OR
97208
503-294-8211
P.M. 720-6085
503-226-6901
Multnomah
503-294-8265
800 Megahertz
Knutson Towboat Company
400 N. Front
Street
P. O Box908
Coos Bay
OR
97420
541-267-3195
Coos
541-267-5675
Sause Bros Ocean Towing Company
Sausc@Coos Mail.COM
155 E.
Market
Coos Bay
OR
97420
541-269-5841
541-269-5841
Coos
541-269-5866
Shaver Transportation
4900 NW
Front
P. O Box
10324
Portland
OR
97296
888-228-8850
503-228-8847
Multnomah
503-274-7098
VHF: Ch 10, 65
Tidewater Barge Lines
6305 NW
Old Lower
River
Vancouver,
WA 98660
P. O. Box 1210
Portland
OR
98660
503-289-4274
503-281-0081
Multnomah
360-694-8981
Foss Maritime
9030 NW St.
Helen Rd
P. O. Box
83018
Portland
OR
97231
503-286-0631
503-285-0511
Multnomah
503-289-7385
900 Megahertz
Ross Island Sfind and Gravel
4315 SE
McLaughlin
P. O. Box
82249
Portland'
OR
97282
503-239-5504
Multnomah
503-235-1350
Zidell's
3121 SW
Moody
Portland
OR
97201
503-228-8691
Multnomah
503-228-6750
Foss Maritime
660 W.
Ewing Street
Seattle
WA
98119
206-281-3800
800-562-2856Dis
800-562-2711 Wa
800-426-2885 -
Outside of WA
CANADIAN AGENCIES
Update
BC Environment
Lands and
Parks
Parliament
Building
Victoria
BC
V8V
1X4
250-387-9422
250-356-6464
Canadian Coast Guard
ROC3@DlrO-MPO GC CA
Regional
Operations
Center
25 Huron St.
Victoria
BC
V8V
4V9
250-413-2800
250-413-2800
250-413-2810
Transport Canada
CULLENL@TC GC CA
Regional
Manager-
Marine
Safety
800 Burrard
Vancouver
BC
V6Z
2J8
604-666-6011
604-666-3636
604-666-5444
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ot Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Environment Canada
HTTP //WWW TOR EC GC CA
1200 W.
73rd Ave
Suite 370,
Airport Sq.
Vancouver
BC
V6P
6H9
604-666-6100
604-664-9100
604-664-9195
Canadian Coast Guard
Marine
Communicat
ions &
Traffic
Service
100 Park Royal
W.
Vancouver
BC
V7T
1A2
604-666-6012
604-666-6012
604-666-8453
Environment Emergency Service
224 West
Esplanade
St.
Pacific &
Yukon Region
N.
Vancouver
BC
V7M
3H7
604-666-6100
604-666-6100
604-666-1140
CITY GOVERNMENT
Update
'
Albany Emergency Services
P O. Box 490
Darrell
Tedisch, Fire
Chief
Albany
OR
97321
541-928-6911
541-967-4333
Linn
541-917-7716
Anacones City Hall
904 6'h St.
P. O. Box 547
Anacortes
WA
98221
360-293-4684
Police
360-293-1900
Skagit
360-293-1928
Astona Department of Emergency Management
(SherifF s
Office)
P. O. Box 658
Sheriff John
Raichl
Astoria
OR
97103
206-325-2061
503-325-8635
Clatsop
503-325-8675
Pn. 155 550
Auburn Department of Emergency Services
1101 D
Street, NE
Charles Booth,
Mayor
Aubum
WA
98002-
4025
253-852-2121
253-931-3060
King
253-931-3055
Bellevue Emergency Preparedness Division
11501 Main
Street
P O. Box
90012
Bellevue
WA
98009-
9012
425-452-2048
425-452-6813
King
425-452-7923
Bellingham City Hall
210 Lottie
St
T. Gunsaulf-
Dir Fire Sv
Bellingham
WA
98225
360-676-6979
Voice Mail
360-676-6979
Whatcom
360-738-7312
Board of Commissioners
San Juan
County
360 Court
Street
Friday
Harbor
WA
98250
360-378-4151
Sheriff
Julie Knight (oil
spill) 360-378-
5322
360-378-3293
360-378-2898
San Juan
360-378-7208
Bremerton City Hall
239 Fourth
Street
Bremerton
WA
98337
See Kitsap County
360-478-5266
Kitsap
360-478-5200
Buckley Department of Emergency Management
Police
Department
P. O. Box 640
Arthur
McGehee,
Police chief
Buckley
WA
98321
253-862-9059
253-862-9059
Pierce
253-829-0133
Centralia Fire Department
512 N. Pearl
St.
Craig Nelson,
City Mgr.
Centralia
WA
98531
360-330-7681
360-330-7674
Lewis
360-330-7673
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Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Cheney Department of Emergency Services
611 fourth
Street
Gary Hartford,
Coor.
Cheney
WA
99004
509-235-7291
509-235-7292
509-235-7291
509-235-7292
Spokane
509-235-7244
Cily of Sea- lac
WWW SEATAC WA GOV
17900
International
Blvd
Suite 401
Seattle
WA
98188
206-296-3311
Fire 253-839-4621
206-241-9100
King
206-241-3999
Ellenburg Department of Emergency Services
102 N. Pearl
St
Steve Alder,
Chief
Ellensburg
WA
98926
509-925-8533
509-962-7274
509-962-7247
Kittatas
509-962-7254
Eugene Emergency Management Services
777 Pearl
Street
Ruth Obadal,
Planning Chief
Eugene
OR
97401
541-710-3039
Pager
541-683-6818
Lane
541-682-6882
Everett City Hall
2930
Wetmore
Ave
3002 Wetmore
Jeanette
Postma
Everett
WA
98201
425-257-8400
Police
425-257-8701
Snohomish
425-257-8729
Federal Way Department of Emergency Management
% Federal
Way City
Hall, 33530
1 st Way S
Cary Roe
Federal Way
WA
98003
253-946-6416
253-661-4131
253-661-4136
King
253-661-4129
253-661-4024
Hood River Emergency Services
Kyesch@Sheri ffHRC.Linkport.Com
309 State
Street
Courthouse
Karl Tesch,
Dir.
Hood River
OR
97031-
2093
541-386-2711
541-386-1213
509-427-8076
(Skamania Co.,
WA)
Hood River
509-427-7555
Issaquah Department of Emergency Management
P. O. Box
1307
Joseph
Dawson, Coor.
Issaquah
-mi
WA
98027
425-391-1007
425-391-1006
King
425-391-1036
Kirkland DE^fl
123 Fifth
Avenue
Jeff Blake, Fire
Chief
Kirkland
(
WA
98033
425-828-1183
206-828-1143
King
425-828-1292
Lacey Department of Emergency Services
P. O. Drawer
B
Ed Sorger,
Asss't Dir.
Lacey
WA
98503
360-786-5449
360-459-4333
Thurston
360-456-7798
Lake Oswego Emergency Management Services
Goff(a)ei. oswego. OR. US
300 B Street
P. O. Box
369
Larry Goff,
Emer. Mgr.
Lake
Oswego
OR
97034
503-636-5601
503-796-4073
Pager
503-697-7403
Clackamas
Multnomah
Washington
503-635-0376
Mercer Island Department of Emergency Services
9611 SE
36'h St.
Mr. Jan
Deveny
Mercer
Island
WA
98040
206-236-3500
206-236-3576
King
206-236-3659
Nomiandy Park
801 SW
174'h Street
Rock Kieffer
Normandy
Park
WA
98166
206-248-7600
206-248-7600
King
206-246-9732
Olympia City Hall
tisd@olywa net
100 Eastside
St. NE
Don Warner,
Bat. Chief
Olympia
WA
98506
360-753-8348
360-753-8348
Thurston
360-753-8054
Port Angeles Department of Emergency Services
102 East 5th
St.
Dan McKleen
Port Angeles
WA
98362-
3014
360-417-4970
360-417-4655
Clallam
360-417-4659
Port Angeles DEM (Police Dept.)
COPFA@OL.YMPUS.NET
102 East 5th
Bruce Becker,
Fire Chief
Port Angeles
WA
98362
360-417-4970
360-452-4545
Clallam
360-417-4909
Change 4
November I, Ini8
5-26
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Nort. it Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Portland Office of Emergency Management
BMoms(a/l'ire.CI.Portland.OR.US
55 SWAsh
George
Houston, Div.
Chief
Portland
OR
97204
503-823-3873
503-823-3736
Multnomah
503-823-3903
Puget Sound Council of Govmts
PSRC(®PSRC WA.COM
1011
Western
Ave. Suite
500
Mary
McCumber
464-7515
Seattle
WA
98104
206-464-7090
206-464-7090
King
206-587-4825
Renton
211 Mill
Avenue S
A. Lee
Wheeter, Fire
Chief
Renton
WA
98055
425-852-2121
425-255-1567
King
425-255-1629
Salem Emergency Management
TC'ardenffijOpcn.Org
370 Trade St
SE
Rick Cook,
Emerg. Mgr.
Salem
OR
97301
589-33335 Pager
503-588-6245
Marion
503-588-6371
Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth
Avenue
Jim Mullen
Seattle
WA
98121
911
206-386-1234
King
206-684-5529
Office - Emergency Services King County.
Kevin Keanis@metrokc gov
7300
Penmger
Road S.
Room 128
Seattle
WA
98108-
3848
206-296-3830
206-296-3830
King
206-205-8133
206-296-3838
St Helens Emergency Management
265 The
Strand
Brian Little
City Admin
St. Helens
OR
97051
503-397-1532
503-397-6272
Columbia
503-397-4016
Sequim
152 W.
Cedar
Tom Lawell,
City Manager
Sequim
WA
98382
360-681-4015
(Home)
360-683-4139
Clallam
360-681-3448
Tacoma City Hall
747 Market
Street
Vicky Chasco
Tacoma
WA
98402
None
253-591-5100
Pierce
253-591-5123
Tacoma Dir of Emergency Mangt
SBailey@co Pierce WAUS
930 Tacoma
S Room 336
Ed Reed,Pro.
Mgr
Tacoma
WA
98402-
2102
253-798-6069
253-591-7470
Pierce
253-798-6624
The Dalles Emergency Services
WascoEOC@Linkport.Com
502 E. 5'h
St., Top
Floor, Annex
B
707 E. 18th St.
Hugh Holte,
Dir.
The Dalles
OR
97058
541-296-6424
541-296-6424
Voice Mail Rec.
Wasco
541-296-5445
Seattle Emergency Management
2320 4'h
Street
Jim Mullen
Seattle
WA
98121-
1718
206-233-7040
206-233-5076
City of Seattle
206-684-5998
CITY POLICE
Update
Aberdeen Police Department apd@seanet.com
210 E.
Market
Street
Robert
Maxfield
Aberdeen
WA
98520
911
360-533-3180
360-533-4966
Grays Harbor
360-533-4786
Anacortes City Police
1011 12th
Street
Michael King
Anacortes
WA
98221
911
360-293-4684
Skagit
360-293-1935
Bainbridge Island Police
625
Winslow
Way East
John Sutton
Bainbridge
Island
WA
98110
911
206-842-5211
Kitsap
206-780-8596
5-27
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Bellinghain Cily Police dpicrcc@cob.org
505 Grand
Avenue
P. O. Box 1278
Don Pierce
Bellingham
WA
98225
911
360-676-6920
360-676-6916-
(Admin.)
Whatcom
360-738-7322
Bremerton Cily Police
239 Fourth
Street
Paul Du Fresne
Bremerton
WA
98337
911
360-478-5224
Kitsap
360-478-5395
Edmonds Police Department
250 fifth
Avenue
North
Robin Hickok
Edmonds
WA
98020
911
425-771-0200
Snohomish
425-771-0208
Everett City Police
3002
Wetmore
Jim Scharf
Everett
WA
98201
911
425-259-8402
Snohomish
425-257-6500
Femdale Police Department
P O. Box 1257
Dale Baker
Femdale
WA
98248
911
360-384-3390
Whatcom
360-384-3345
Hoquim Police Department
215 10th
Street
Rickey Thomas
Hoquim
WA
98550
911
360-532-0892
Grays Harbor
360-532-0899
Long Beach Police Department'
P. O. Box 795
James Blaze
Long Beach
WA
98631
911
360-642-2911
360-642-3416
Pacific
360-642-5273
Makuh Tribal Police
P. O. Box 192
Lionel
Ahdunko
Neah Bay
WA
98357
360-645-2701
360-645-2701
Clallam
360-645-2707
Oak Harbor Police Department
860 SE
Barnngton
Dr.
Tony Barge
Oak Harbor
WA
98277
911
360-679-5551
Island
360-675-4842
Ocean Shores/Police Department
577 Point
Brown Ave.
P. O. Box 100
Michael
Wilson
Ocean
Shores
WA
98569
911
360-289-3331
Grays Harbor
360-289-3333
Olympia City Police-
900 Plum St.
SE
P. O. Box 1967
Gary Michel
Olympia
WA
98507
360-753-8300
Dispatch 360-
786-5449
360-753-8300
Thurston
360-753-8143
Port Angeles City Police
321 E. 5th
St
Stephen Ilk
Port Angeles
WA
98362
911
360-457-7836
Clallam
360-4 17-4909
Port Orchard Police Department
546 Bay
Street
Joe Matthews
Port Orchard
WA
98366
360-478-5330
360-876-1700
Kitsap
360-867-5546
Port Townsend City Police
607 Water
St.
Jim Newton
Port
Townsend
WA
98368-
5726
911
360-385-2322
Jefferson
360-379-9842
Poulsbo Police Department
367 NE
Hostmark
P. O. Box 98
Jeffrey Doran
Poulsbo
WA
98370
911
360-779-3113
Kitsap
360-779-4433
Pullman Department of Emergency Services
P. O. Box 249
Ted Weatherly,
Police Chief
Pullman
WA
99163
509-3 34:0802
509-332-2521
Whitman
509-332-08289
Puyallup Department of Emergency Services
902-Seventh
St NW
Merle Frank,
Fire Chief
Puyallup
WA
98371
253-841-5432
253-845-6666
Pierce
253-770-3333
253-840-6675 24 hr.
Change 4
November 1, I or,S
5-28
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NorthftQ&t Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Redmond Department of Emergency Management
8450 161st
Ave NE
Robert
Schneider
Redmond
WA
98052-
3584
425-885-3131
425-556-2200
425-556-2130
(Schneider)
King
425-556-2227
Renton Department of Emergency Services
211 Mill
Avenue So.
Ray
Barilleaaux,
Coor.
Renton
WA
98055
425-852-2121
425-235-2643
425-235-2636
King
425-235-2644
Seattle Department of --Emergency Management
2320 Fourth
Ave.
Jim Mullen,
Dir.
Seattle
WA
98121-
1718
206-386-1498
206-233-5076
King
206-684-5998
Seattle- Police Department Harbor Patrol Unit
1717 N.
North Lake
Place
Steve Brown
Seattle
WA
98103
206-684-4071
206-684-4071
King
206-684-4878
Seattle Police Department
610 Third
Avenue
#1001
Norm Stamper
Seattle
WA
98104-
1886
206-684-8640
206-684-5577
King
206-684-5525
Setjuim Police Department
609 W.
Washington
St
Byron Nelson
Sequim
WA
98382
911
360-683-7227
Clallam
360-683-4556
Shclton Department of Emergency Management
122 W.
Franklin
P. O. Box 1277
Dan Ward
Shelton
WA
98584
360-426-3348
360-426-3348
Mason
360-426-3301
Skykoinish Department of Emergency Management
Town Hall
107 Old
Cascade
Highway
P. O. Box 311
Chifford W.
Davidson, Fire
Chief
Skysomish
WA
98288
360-677-2686
360-677-2686
King
360-677-2574
Snoqualmie Department of Emergency Services
P. O. Box 337
Randy
Fletcher, Coor.
Snoqualmie
WA
98065-
0337
425-390-4136
425-390-4141
425-888-3333
King
425-831-6121
Tacoma Emergency Services
747 Market
St., Room
408, City
Municipal
Building
Diane
M.Schurr,
CEM
Tacoma
WA
98402
253-591-5733
253-591-5798
253-591-5003
Thurston
253-591-5746
253-591-5097
Tacoma Police Department
930 Tacoma
Avenue S
Philip Arreola
Tacoma
WA
98402
253-591-5952
253-591-5900
Pierce
253-591-5991
Tukwila Department of Emergency Services
444Andover
Park E.
Tom Keefe,
Fire Chief
Tukwila
WA
98188
206-852-2121
206-575-4404
King
206-575-4439
Turn water Department of Emergency Services
555 Israel
Road SW
John Carpenter,
Coor.
Turn water
WA
98501
360-754-4170
360-754-4170
Thurston
360-754-4179
Westport Police
Westport
WA
911
360-268-9197
Woodinville Community Development & Services
13203 NE
175th
Ray Sturtz, Dir.
Com. Serv.
Woodinville
WA
98072
425-486-0794
425-489-2700
King
425-489-2705
Yelm Police Department
118 Mosman
Ave.
P. O. box 479
Glenn Duncan,
Chief
Yelm
WA
98597
360-458-5701
360-786-5449
Thurston
360-458-3188
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Daypbone
County
FAX
CONSULATES
Afghanistan
Washington
DC
206-234-3770
Argentina
San
Francisco
CA
415-982-3050
Australia
San
Francisco
CA
415-362-6160
Austria
Seattle
WA
206-633-3606
Bahamas
Washington
DC
202-944-3390
Bangladesh
Beverly Hills
CA
213-275-4024
Belgium
Portland
OR
503-228-0465
Bermuda
Chicago
11
312-782-5486
Bolivia
Seattle
WA
206-244-6696
Bra/i 1
San
Francisco
CA
415-981-8170
Bulgaria, People's Republic of
Washington
DC
202-387-7969
Canada
Seattle
V/A
206-443-1777
Chile
San
Francisco
CA
415-982-7662
China (Taiwan)
202-667-9000
China, Republic of
San
Francisco
CA
415-563-4885
Columbia
San
Franciscrf
CA
415-362-0080
Costa Rica
San
Francisco
CA
415-392-8488
Cyprus, Republic of
Portland
OR
503-227-1411
Czechoslovakia, Socialist Rep
202-363-6315
Denmark
San
Francisco
CA
415-294-0513}
Dominican Republic
San
Francisco
CA
415-982-5144
Ecuador
San
Francisco"
CA
415-391-4148
Egypt
San
Francisco
CA
415-346-9700
El Salvador
415-781-7924
Estonia
Los Angeles
CA
213-389-0209
Ethiopia
Washington
DC
202-234-2281
Finland
San
Francisco
CA
415-772-6649
France
Portland
OR
503-245-9311
Germany
Portland
OR
503-222-0490
Change 4 5-30
November 1, 1
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Norti. ot Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Great Britain
Portland
OR
503-227-5669
Greece
San
Francisco
CA
415-775-2102
Greenland
See
Denmark
Guatemala
San
Francisco
CA
415-781-0118
Hani
San
Francisco
CA
415-469-5629
Honduras
San
Francisco
CA
415-392-0076
Hong Kong
San
Francisco
CA
415-781-4582
Hungary
Washington
DC
202-362-6730
India
San
Francisco
CA
415-668-0662
Indonesia
San
Francisco
CA
415-474-9571
Iraq
Washington
DC
202-483-7500
Ireland
San
Francisco
CA
415-392-4214
Israel
San
Francisco
CA
415-775-5535
Italy
San
Francisco
CA
415-931-4924
Ivory Coast
Portland
OR
503-244-2293
Japan
Portland
OR
503-221-1811
Korea, Republic of
Seattle
WA
206-441-1011
Kuwait
Washington
DC
202-966-0702
Laos (People's Democratic Republic)
Washington
DC
202-332-6416
Liberia
San
Francisco
CA
415-922-2232
Libya (Arab Republic)
Los Angeles
CA
213-680-0190
Lithuania
Los Angeles
CA
213-889-7724
Malaysia
San
Francisco
CA
415-468-4321
Mexico
Portland
OR
503-233-5662
Morocco
Washington
DC
202-462-7979
New Zealand
San
Francisco
CA
415-477-8241
Nicaragua
Los Angeles'
CA
213-629-4367
5-31
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Daypbone
County
FAX
Nigeria
San
Francisco
CA
415-552-0334
Norway
Portland
OR
503-221-0870}
Pakistan
San
Francisco
CA
415-435-3597
Panama, Republic of
Portland
OR
503-284-1189
Paraquay
San
Francisco
CA
415-982-9242
Peru
Seattle
WA
206-485-2619
Philippines
San
Francisco
CA
415-433-6666
Poland
Chicago
IL
312-337-8166
Portugal
San
Francisco
CA
415-346-3400
Romania
Washington
DC
202-232-4748
Saudi Arabia
Washington
DC
202-483-2100
Saudi Arabia
Los Angeles
CA
213-274-7777
Singapore
Washington
DC
202-667-7555
South Africa, Republic of
Seattle
WA
206-842-8651
Spain
San
Francisco.
CA
415-922-2995
Sri Lanka
Washington
DC
202-483-4025
Sudan
Washington
DC
202-338-8565
Sweden
Portland
OR
503-224-4155
Taiwan
See China
Thailand
Portland
OR
503-226-1430
The Netherlands
Portland
OR
503-228-0131
Turkey
San
Francisco
CA
415-362-0912
Uruguay
Washington
DC
202-331-1313
USSR
San
Francisco
CA
415-922-6642
Venezuela
San
Francisco
CA
415-421-5172
Virgin Islands (British)
New York
NY
212-582-4520
Yugoslavia
San
Francisco
CA
415-776-4941
Portland
OR
503-224-0103
CONSULTANTS
Update
American Petroleum Institute
NameaAPI ORG
11200L
Street NW
Washington
DC
20005
202-682-8000
202-682-8000
DC
202-682-8096
Change 4
November 1, 1
5-32
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Nortf—st Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Beak Environmental Consultants
BEAKWA IIALCYON.COM
12931 NE
126th Place
Kirkland
WA
98034
206-823-6919
King
206-820-9399 '
Chemical Emergency Transport Center CHEMTREC
@Mail CMAHQ.COM
1300 Wilson
Blvd.
Arlington
VA
22209
800-424-9300
800-424-9300
Arlington
703-741-6089
Philip Services
1100
Oakesdale
Ave. SW
Corporate
Office
Renton
WA
98055
425-223-0500
King
425-204-7164
Philip Services
1701 E.
Alexander
Tacoma
Facility
Tacoma
WA
98421
253-872-7859
253-627-7568
Pierce
253-572-5607
Coastal Environmental Systems
316 Second
Ave South
Seattle
WA
98104
206-682-6048
206-682-5658
ENSR Consulting and Eng
@ENSR.COM
9521
Willows
Road. NE
Redmond
WA
98052
206-881-7700
206-881-7700
King
206-883-4473
Hart Crowscr Inc
hcrowscr(a)hartcro wser.COM
1910
Fairview
Avenue E
Seattle
WA
98102
206-324-9530
206-324-9530
King
206-328-5581
Native American Spill & Environmental Protection
Inc
7575 44th
Avenue SW
Seattle
WA
98136
206-938-3550
King
Paulson & Associates
4501
Shilshole
Ave NW
Seattle
WA
98107
206-782-4427
206-783-0730
King
206-783-0434
Poison Control Center
RM S1N FO($M EASURE.CO
155 NE 100
th Street
Suite 400
Seattle
WA
98125
800-732-6985
206-526-2121
King
S L Ross Environmental Research Ltd
ALL@SLROSS.COM
717 Belfast
Road
Suite 200
Ottawa
ONT
K1G0Z
4
613-232-1564
613-232-6660
School of Marine Affair
3707
Brooklyn
Ave. NE
University of
Washington
Seattle
WA
98105-
6715
206-543-7004
Voice Mail
206-543-7004
King
206-543-1417
Spiltec
19220 NE
143rd Place
Woodinville
WA
98072
425-869-7881
425-869-0988
King
425-869-7881
Washington Sea Grant
SEAGRANTfeiU.WASHINGTON.EDU
Marine
Advisory
Services
3716 Brooklyn
Avenue NE
Seattle
WA
98105
206-543-6600
206-543-6600
King
206-685-0380
Woodward Clyde Consultants
1501 Fourth
Ave.,
Suite 1500
Seattle
WA
98101
206-343-7933
King
206-343-0513
Woodward-Clyde Consultants
500 12th
Street
Suite 100
Oakland
CA
94607
510-874-3187
510-874-3268
CONTRACTORS
Update
-
Airo Services, Incorporated
4110 East
11 th Street
Tacoma
WA
98421-
4286
800-666-2476
253-383-4916
Pierce
5-33
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Foss Maritime
9030 NW St.
Helens Rd
P. O. Box
97283
Portland
OR
97231-
0018
800-882-4143
503-286-0631
Multnomah
503-289-7385
Burrard Clean Operations LTD
Unit 110 80
Orwell St.
N.
Vancouver
BC
V7J
3R5
604-980-3901
604-985-0855
604-985-0955
Environmental Protection Machines Ltd.
AM AC'A(a;AMUG.ORG
P. O.
Box18599
Fountain
Hill
AZ
85269
800-347-7745
602-186-1092
602-816-0938
Environment Protection Machines Ltd
23590 South
Day Hill
Road
Estacada
OR
97023
503-630-6644
Clackamas
503-630-6644
Foss Environmental
7440 W.
Marginal
Way S.
Seattle
WA
98108
800-FESP1LL
206-767-0441
King
206-767-3460
Globjl Diving and Environmental
2763 13 th
Avenue SW
Harbor Island
Seattle
WA
98134
206-623-0621
206-623-0621
King
206-340-8984
Marine Pollution Control Corporation
MPCMR@MSN.COM
8631 West
Jefferson
Detroit
MI
48209
313-849-2333
313-849-2333
Wayne
313-849-1623
Marine Spill Response Corporation (MSRC)
1105 13'H
St
Everett
WA
98155
(425)252-1300
425-304-1520
425-304-1526
Snohomish
425-339-1229
425-304-1518
Northwest EnvorService, Inc.
54 South
Dawson St.
Seattle
WA
98134
206-622-1090
King
206-467-7358
Marine Salvage Consortium, Inc
Fred Devine
Diving &
Salvage
Company
6211 NE
Ensign
Portland
OR
97217
503-283-5285
503-283-5285
Multnomah
503-286-2871
Sausalito Towing/Parker Diving Service
P. O. Box
192
Forest
Knolls
CA
94933
415-258-1224
415-331-0329
Marin
415-488-4831
Smith Technology Corp Radio 159 480 (Riedel
Env )
Portland
Office
P. O Box5007
Portland
OR
97203
800-334-0004
503-286-4656
Multnomah
503-240-2258
Spencer Environmental
914 South
Molalla
Avenue
Oregon City
OR
97045
503-655-0896
503-655-0896
Clackamas
503-657-3395
Tidewater Environmental Services Radio Pn.-7 Alpha;
Sec 67 7 U S
6305 NW
Old Lower
Rjver Road
P. O. Box 1210
98666
Vancouver
WA
98660
503-289-4274
360-695-8088
503-289-4274
Clark
360-694-8981
COOPERATIVES
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Alaska Clean Seas
12350
Industry
Way - Suite
200
P.O. Box
196010
Anchorage
AK
99519
907-345-3142
907-345-2435
Clean Bay
2070
Commerce
Avenue
Concord
CA
94520
510-685-2800
Change 4
November 1, lnQ8
5-34
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NortflWfst Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Clean Rivers. Cooperative
200 SW
Market
Street
Suite 190
Portland
OR
97201
503-220-2040
503-220-2040
Multnomah
503-295-3660
Clean Seas Cooperative
1180
Eugenia
Place
#204
Carpinteria
CA
93013
805-684-3838
805-684-2650
Clean Sound Cooperative
MOW
Dayton
Suite 202
Edmonds
WA
98020
206-744-0948
206-744-0948
Snohomish
206-771-3244
Island Oil Spill Association
P.O. Box
2316
Friday
Harbor
WA
98250
206-378-5322
San Juan
none
COUNTY DEM
Update
Asotin County Department of Emergency Management
135 2nd
P. O. Box 250
Butch Aiken
Asotin
WA
99402
509-758-1668
509-243-2088 O
509-758-5129 H
Asotin
509-243-2003
Pri. 154.190
Adams County Dept of Emergency Services
2069 W.
Hwy 26
Don Edson,
Dir.
Otello
WA
99344
509-488-3704
509-488-3704
Adams
509-488-6090
Cim Net
45.200, 45.360, 45.480
Benton County Emergency
Management
P. O. Box 6144
Judy Herbert
Kennewick
WA
99336
509-582-3575
509-586-1451
Benton
509-582-9238
Pn. 154.175
Sec. 155.310
Benton County Emergency Services
180 N. W.
Fifth
Jim Swinyard
Corvallis
OR
97330
541-757-6911
541-757-6864
Benton
541-754-1661
Chelan County Dept of Emergency Management
350 Orondo
Scott Lowers,
Dir.
Wenatchee
WA
98801
509-664-5243
509-664-5347
Chelan
509-664-5510
Pri. 153.995 Tx
Pri. 154.995 Rx
Sec. 154.430
Clackamas County Emergency Management
CCEM@HF.VANET.COM
2200 Kaen
Ris Bradshaw,
Dir.
Oregon City
OR
97045
503-655-8211
503-655-8378
Clackamas
503-655-8531
Clallain County DEM
223 E 4'H
Street
Steve HaufT,
Dir.
Port Angeles
WA
98362
360-417-2459
360-417-2305
Clallam
360-417-2511
Pri. 155.370
Sec. 45.48
Clark County Department of Emergency Management
CCES@PACIFIER.COM
710 W. 13th
Street
Thomas
Griffith, Ass't
Dir.
Vancouver
WA
98660-
2810
360-696-4461
360-737-1911
X 3951
Clark
360-694-1954
Pri. 154.070 (Fire)
Clatsop County Emergency Management (Sheriff's
Office)
355 7th
Street
John Raichl,
Dir.
Astoria
OR
97103
206-325-2061
503-325-8635
Clatsop
206-325-8675
Pri. 155.550
Columbia County Emergency Services (St. Helens'
Office)
Courthouse.
Room 158
Susi Rolf-
Tooley
St. Helens
OR
97051
911
503-397-2100
Columbia
503-397-7248
Pri. 154.980
Road Dept.
Columbia County Em. Serv
535
Cameron St
1' O. Box 5
Kwger Trump
Dayton
WA
99328
509-382-2518
509-382-2534
Columbia
509-382-4724
5-35
Change 4
November 1, 1998
-------
Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Coos County Emergency Services
2nd &
Baxter
Pierce Co.
Courthouse
Lisa Wampole
Coquille
OR
97424
541-396-2106
(Dispatch)
503-396-3121
Coos
541-396-5932
Pn. 155.790 Tx
Sec. 155.190 Rx
Cowliu County Dept if Emergency Management
CCEOC@AONE.COM
312 SW First
Ave.
Trudy
Winterfeld
Kelso
WA
98626
360-577-3090
360-577-3130
Cowlitz
360-577-3009
Crook County Emergency Services
300 E. 3rd
Street
Greg Hinshaw
Prineville
OR
97754
541-447-8155
X157
541-309-3027
(Pager)
Crook
541-447-1051
Curry County Emergency Services
ALLEJERI@WAVE.NET
P O Box 746
Jeri Allemand
Gold Beach
OR
97444
541-247-7011
541-247-7011
Curry
541-247-2705
Pn. 155.730 Tx
Pri. 155.010 Rx
(Sheriff) No Tone
Sec. ARES
144.950 600 No Tone
Deschutes County Emergency Services
1100 N. W.
Bond
Deputy
Mackey
Bend
OR
97701
541-388-0170
541-388-6502
Home-Mackey
Douglas County Emergency Management
Justice
Building
Wayne Stinson
Roseburg
OR
97470
541-440-4471
541 -440-4448
Douglas
541-440-4470
Pri. 154.950 Tx
Pri. 155 700 Rx
PI. 151.4
Sec. 1 54.650 Tx
Sec. 155.550 Rx
Douglas Department of Emergency Management
110 3rd
Avenue
Dan LaRoche,
Sheriff
East
Wenatchee«-
WA
98802
509-884-1535
509-884-0941
Douglas
509-886-1045
Ferry County f(Shenff)
P. O. Box 1099
Peter Werner
Republic^
WA
99166-
0327
509-775-3136
509-775-3136
Ferry
509-775-2127
Pri. 156..090
Franklin County Emergency Management
FCEM@3-CITIES.COM
502 Boeing
Street
John Scheer,
Dir.
Pasco
WA
99301
509-545-3510
509-545-3546
Franklin
509-545-2139
Garfield County Department of Emergency
Management
P. O. Box 885
Clay Barr
Pomeroy
WA
97347
509-843-3494
Sheriff
509-843-3369
Garfield
509-843-3567
Pri. 156.150 (law
Enforcement)
Sec. 1 54.235 (fire)
Gilliam County Emergency Services
P. O. Box 685
Christina
Sitsimmons
Condon
OR
97823
541-676-5317
Morrow Co Disp
541-384-2851
Gilliam
541-384-2878
Pri. 155.655 Tx
Pri. 154.725 Rx
Grant County Department of Emergency Management
6500 32nd
Ave. NE,
Suite 911
Sam Lorenz
Moses Lake
WA
98837
509-762-1160
509-762-1462
Grant
509-762-1465
Pri. 154.830 Tx
Pri. 155.700 Rx
Pri. Tone 156.7
Grants Pass Emergency Services
104 NE
Morgan
Lonny Leonard
Grants Pass
OR
97526
541-479-5001
541-479-5001
Josephine
541-479-8691
Change 4
November 1, 1 "nS
5-36
-------
NorthrtVSst Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Grays Harbor County Dept. of Emergency
Management
P. O. Box 630
Darlena
Wilson, Deputy
Dir.
Montesano
WA
98563
360-533-8765
911
360-249-3911
Grays Harbor
360-249-3805
Pri. 155.565
Sec. 155.910
SAR 155.16
Hamey County Emergency Services
485 North
Court
Andy Seebart
Bums
OR
97720
541-573-6156
541-573-6156
Hamey
541-573-8383
Hood River County Emergency Management
KTESCH@PACIFIER.COM
200
Vancouver
Ave.
Karl Tesch
Stevenson
OR
541-386-2711
509-427-8076
Hood River
360-892-0131
Pir. Sheriff UHF &
Marine Radio on 2 boats
Island County Dep't of Emergency Services
WAYNELE@CO.ISLAND.
WA.US
P O. Box
5000
Michael
Hawley,
Sheriff Div.;
Wayne Lewis,
Marine Div.
Coupeville
WA
98239-
5000
360-678-4422
360-678-4422
Island
360-679-7314
Pri. 453.675 Rx
Pn.458.675 Tx
Tone 2B
Jackson County Emergency Management
Jacsobdr@cdsnet.net
620
Antelope
Road
Sandra Eccker
White City
OR
97503
541-776-7208
541-826-6670
Jackson
541-826-3714
Jefferson County Emergency Services
George@JusticcNET.Net
66 S. E. D
Street
P. O. Box 265
Rodney Blake,
Coor.
Madras
OR
97741
541-475-2202
541-475-7476
JefTerson
541-475-7654
Jefferson County Department Emergency Management
81 Elkins Rd
Bob Minty
Port Hadlock
WA
98339
360-385-3831
X 529 (VM)
360-385-3831
X 529
DO 360-379-
7057
Jefferson
360-379-0513
Law Enforcement
Pn. 458.575 Rx
Pri. 453.575 Tx
(Car to Car)
Fire 153.860
King County Emergency Management Division
Robbin.Taylor@Metrokc.Gov
Website: KCWEB.METROKC.
gov/prepare
7300
Perimeter
Rd. SO,
Room 128
Kevin Keams,
Div. Mgr.
Seattle
WA
98108-
3848
206-296-3311
206-296-3830
King
206-296-3838
Pri. 800 Mhz Trunked
King County Dept't of Natural Resources
Discovery
Park, 1400
Utah Street
West
Barbara Badger
(West Point
Treatment
Plant)
Seattle
WA
98199
206-689-3801
206-689-3801
King
206-689-3850
Kitsap County Department Emergency Management
KITSAP@Silverlink.Net
1720 Warren
Avenue
Phyllis Mann,
Ass't Dir.
Bremerton
WA
98337
911
360-876-7119
Kitsap
360-478-9802
5-37
Change 4
November 1, 1998
-------
Northwest
Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-bour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Kittitas County Department
205 W. 5<"
Bob McBride,
Ellensburg
WA
98926
509-925-8534
509-962-7525
Kittitas
509-962-7599
Emergency Services
Sheriff
Law Enforcement
PH. 155.655 Tx
Pri. 154.650 Rx
Repeater PL'S
151.4, 100.0, 141.3,
200.5
Sec. 155.160 No Tone
(SAR)
Klamath County Emergency Services
808 South
Bill Thompson
Klamath
OR
97601
541-885-5348
541-883-5130
Klamath
541-883-4271
5th
Falls
(Pager)
X215 (Voice)
Klickitat County Department Emergency
205 South
P. O. Box 1162,
Goldendale
WA
98620
509-773-4036
509- 773-4036
Klickitat
509-773-6242
Kcdem@Gorge.Net
Columbia
Larry Luloff
Pgr 541-506-1045
Pri. Sheriff Use
Sec. Fire
Sec. Medical
Requires special
Sec Tactical
EAST
Dispatch
Permission
154.70 RxTx
154.130 TxRx
155.385
EAST
154.355
Tx 162.2 PL
91.5 PL
158.910 Rx
155.400
WEST
(Aid Car)
154.025 Tx
154.130 Rx
192.8
154.770 Tx
Power EAST
WEST
Tx 162.2 PL
158.250 Tx
158.835 Rx
153.455 Rx
153.845 Tx
100 PL
1 14.8 PL
Power WEST
158.250 Tx Rx
127.3
Lake County Emergency Services
11 N. G
Don Cates, Dir.
Lakeview
OR
97630
541-947-2504
541-947-6012
Lake
541-947-6085
LakeCOEMS@Triax.COM
Street
541-947-3680
Home
Lane County Emergency Services (Sheriff)
125 E. 8th
Ike Jensen,
Eugene
OR
97401
541-682-4141
541-682-4160
Lane
541-682-2366
lke.Jensen@Co.Lane.Or. US
Avenue
Coor.
County
North Coast
Courthouse
PL
Receive
Transmit
PL
Florence
167.9
Inland (Metro)
460.225 (6A)
465.225
6A 173.8
Scalioncous
Receive
Transmit
5Z 151.4
460.252 (6A)
465.425
6A 173.8
460.175
465:175
6Z
Siuslaw Rominos
466.225 (5Z)
465.225
5Z 151.4
460.175
465.175
460 175
465.175
Lewis County Division of Emergency Management
350 N.
Jean
Chehalis
WA
98532
360-740-1105
360-740-1151
Lewis
360-740-1471
Market Blvd.
Massingham
Pri. RX 155.715
Pri. TX 156.000
Sec. RX 155.100
Sec. TX 155.475
Change 4
November 1, ,nc>8
5-38
-------
North. A Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Lincoln County Emergency Services
LCODOESfaJ Pmnecr.Net
22 SW Olive
Street, Room
103
James Hawley,
Dir.
Newport
OR
97365
541-265-4231
541-265-4199
Lincoln
541-265-4197
Pn. 155.070
Sec. State Sar 155.805
Lincoln
P. 0 Box 118
Jack Buck,
Judge
Davenport
WA
99122
509-725-3501
509-725-2281
Lincoln
509-725-6481
Linn County Emergency Services
P. O. Box 100
James Howell,
Coor.
Albany
OR
97321
541-967-3911
541-967-3911
Linn
541-967-8169
Malheur County Emergency Services
Courthouse,
251 B Street
W.
Tim McMena-
min, Coor.
Vale
OR
97918
541-
541-473-5113
Malheur
541-473-5116
Marion County Emergency Management Agency
BVlSSER(VjOPEN.ORG
5155
Silverton
Road, NE
Bob Hansen
Salem
OR
97305
503-588-5036
503-588-5036
Marion
503-588-7970
RX 453.5
TX 458.5
PL 100.0
Mason County Dep't of Emergency Services
MCDCS(o>Dgs.Co.Mason.Wa.US
W. 410
Enterprise
Rd.
Joseph Murray
Shelton
WA
98584
360-427-7757
360-427-7535
Mason
360-427-7756
Mercer Island DEM
9611 SE
36'h Street
Mr. Jan
Deveny, Dir.
Mercer
Island
WA
98040
206-236-3500
206-236-3576
King
206-236-3659
Pri. 800 MHZ
Morrow County Emergency Management
CBEARD@Morsrv.Dem.State.OR.US
P. O. Box 622
Casey Beard
Heppner
OR
97836
911
541-676-5161
Morrow
541-676-9454
Pn. TX 154.725 (SI7)
Pri RX 154.725
PL 162.2
Sec. TX 155.655 (SI8)
Sec. 154.725
PL 162.2
Multnomah County Office of Emergency Management
12240 NE
Gilsan St.
Mike Gildorf,
Dir.
Portland
OR
97230
Gresham Police
#Unk.
503-618-2526
Multnomah
503-253-2663
Pri. 800 MHZ
Nez Perce County Emergency Management
P. O. Box 896
Mel Johnson
Lewiston
ID
83501
208-746-0171
208-799-3084
Nez Perce
208-799-3152
Okanogan County Dep't of Emergency Services
P. O. Box 1490
Tom Windsor,
Dir
Okanogan
WA
98840
509-422-7232
509-422-7206
Okanogan
509-422-7236
Pn. 155.640
Sec. 155.370
Pact lie County Emergency Management Agency
Pcema@Williapabay.ORG
P. O. Box 101
Stephanie Fritts
South Bend
WA
98586
360-875-9397
360-875-9340
Pacific
360-875-9342
Pri. 460.075
Sec. 460.225
5-39
Change 4
November 1, 1998
-------
Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Pend Oreille Emergency Management
231 S
Garden
Avenue
P. O. Box 5035
Joann Boggs
Newport
WA
99156
509-447-3151
509-447-3731
509-447-0286
Pr 155.310
Pr. PL 4Z
Sec. 155.790
Pierce County DEM
SBAiLEY(o)Co.Pierce.WA.US
930 Tacoma
Ave. S
Room B-36
Steve Bailey,
Pgm Mgr.
Bill Lokey,
Dir.
Tacoma
WA
98402
253-798-7470
V - 253-798-6069
253-798-7470
Pierce
25798-6624
Pri. F1 45.200
Pri. F2 45.360
Pri. F3 45.480
Pri. F4 45.20
San Juan County DEM
SJMEDSCaiRocklsland.Coni
c/o Dep't of
Emergency
Services
P.O. Box 578
Chris
DeStafTany
Friday
Harbor
WA
98250
360-378-4151
360-378-4117
San Juan
360-378-5339
Pri. 155.100
Sherman County Emergency Services
P. O. Box 424
Elmer Buttons
Moro
OR
97038
541-565-3622
503-565-3622
Sherman
541-565-3312
Skagit County DEM
227 N 4«h
Street
Room 107
Thomas
Sheahan, Dir.
Mt Vernon
WA
98273
360-336-9450
360-336-9403
Skagit
360-336-9469
Pri. TX 156.060
Pri. RX 151.055
Sec. TX 155.730
Sec. RX 155.310
Skamania County Emergency Services (Same as Hood
River County)
200
Vancouver
Avenue
P. 0. Box 790
Karl Tesch
Stevenson
WA
98648
509-427-9490
509-427-8076
Skamania
360-892-0131
509-427-7555
Snohomish County DEM
2623 Oakes
Avenue
A1 Amonson
Everett
WA
98201
911
206-258-6461
Snohomish
206-259-4034
Pri. 154.055
Pri. PL 127.3
Sec. 146.92
Sec. PL 123.
(South Snohomish County DEM) Emerg. Serv. Coor.
Agency - ESCA
23607
Highway 99,
Suite 3C
Lyn Gross, Dir.
Bothell, Brier,
Edmonds, Lake
Forest Park,
Lynnwood,
Mill Creek,
Mount Lake
Terrace,
Wood way
Edmonds
WA
98026-
9272
425-775-4545
425-776-3722
South
Snohomish
425-775-7153
Pn. 223.5 Call Sign:
ESCA EOC
Sec. ARES HF
3987 LSB State Disaster
Net
VHF 143.34 +600
203.5 PL
Spokane Co. Dep't of Emergency Management
DBynies@Spokanecounty.Org
W. 1121
Gardner
Dave Byrnes,
Deputy Dir.
Spokane
WA
99201
509-456-2233
509-456-2204
Spokane
509-456-5759
Pn. 155.130
Sec. 154.740
Stevens County Department of Emergency Services
P.O. Box 186
Craig Thayer,
Sheriff
Colville
WA
99114
509-684-2555
509-684-52%
Stevens
509-684-7536
Change 4
November 1. ">08
5-40
-------
North A Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour U
Dayphone
County
FAX
Thurston County DEM
Karlm(o;Co.Thurslon.WA.US
2000
Lakeridge
Dr. SW
Mike Karl
Olympia
WA
98502
360-786-5449
360-754-3360
Thurston
360-754-2898
Pri. 155.145
Tillamook County Emergency Services
Mpickctt(o;Co Tillamook.Or.US
5995 Long
Prairie Rd.
Mike Pickett
Tillamook
OR
97141
503-842-3441
503-842-3412
Tillimook
503-842-1801
Umatilla County Emergency Management
Dennis. (a;Uma I.Co.Umatilla.Or.US
216 SE
Street
Dennis Olson,
Dir.
Pendleton
OR
97801
541-276-5943
541-564-0104
541-278-6246
541-278-6753
Utatilla
Pri. RX 154.755
Pri. TX 154.595
PL 173.8
Wahkiakum County Emergency Services
Dan Kisler,
PIO
Cathlamet
WA
98612
360-795-3242
206-795-3242
Wahkiakum
360-795-3145
Walla Walla Department of Emergency Management
310 W.
Poplar,
Room 117
Ed George
Walla Walla
WA
99362
509-527-3750
509-527-3223
Walla Walla
509-527-3263
Pri. 155.250
Sec. 155.565
Wallowa County Department of Emergency Services
M DM (ajOrcgontrail.NET
101 S. River,
Room 202
Matthew
Marmor, Dir.
Enterprise
OR
97828
541-426-3131
541-426-3131
Wallowa
541-426-4685
Wasco County Emergency Management
707 E 18th
St.
Hugh Holte,
Dir.
The Dalles
OR
97058
541-296-6424
541-296-6424
Wasco
541-296-5445
Pri. Ch 815
Washington County Emergency Management
PorterrMS(fl'TVFR.COM
20665 SW
Blanton St.
Scott Porter,
Dir.
Aloha
OR
97007
503-629-0111
503-642-0391
Washington
503-642-4814
Pri. 800 MHZ
Trunked
Whatcom County Division of Emergency Management
WCDEMCaAZ.COM
311 Grand
Avenue
Neil Clement,
Deputy Dir.
Or Don Boyd
Bellingham
WA
98225
360-676-6681
911
360-676-6681
Whatcom
360-738-2518
Pri. 155.610 (100.0
Tone)
Sec. 155.160 (100.0
Tone)
Whitman County Department of Emergency Services
P. O. Box 470
Rita Konzal
Colfax
WA
99111
509-397-4341
509-397-4341
Whitman
509-397-2099
Pri. 155.190
Yakima Valley Emergency Management
128 N. 2nd
Street, Room
B-10
Don
Thompson,
Dir.
Yakima
WA
98901
509-574-2500
509-574-1900
Yakima
509-574-0919
Yamhill County Emergency Services
JACOXNfeCo.Yamhill.OR.US
535 E. 5th
Street, Room
143
Neil Jacox,
Mgr.
McMinnville
OR
97128
503-434-6500
503-434-7506
503-434-4584
Yamhill
503-472-5330
Pri. 461 (LAW 1)
Kitsap County Central Communications
1720 Warren
Ave
Bremerton
WA
98310
Kitsap
Shelton Communications Center
P.O. Box
1610
Shelton
WA
98584
Mason
COUNTY GOVERNMENTS
COUNTY SHERIFF
Update
,
Asotin County Sheriff
838 5th St.
John Jeffers
Clarkston,
WA
99403
509-758-2331
509-243-4171
Asotin
509-751-5946
5-41
Change 4
November 1, 1998
-------
Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-bour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Benton County Sheriff
7320 W.
Quinault
Ave.
Jim Kennedy
Kennewick
WA
99336
509-628-0333
509-735-6555
Benton
509-783-5852
Clackamas County Sheriff
2223 S.
Kaen Road
Ris Bradshaw
Oregon City
OR
97045
503-655-8218
503-655-8218
Clackamas
503-655-8549
Clallam County Sheriff
223 E. 4th
St.
P. O. Box 863
Joe Hawe
Port Angeles
WA
98362-
0149
360-417-2459
360-417-2459
Clallam
360-417-2470
Clark County Sheriff
707 W. 13th
St.
P. O. Box 410,
98666
Garry Lucas
Vancouver
WA
98666
360-696-4461
360-699-2211
Clark
360-737-6004
Clatsop County Sheriff
355 7th St.
John Raichl
Astoria
OR
97103
503-325-2061}
503-325-8645
Clatsop
503-325-8675
Columbia County Sheriff
Courthouse
Bldg
Phil Derby
St. Helens
OR
97051
503-397-5010
503-397-2511
Columbia
503-397-7224
Columbia County Sheriff
341 E. Main
James La Tour
Dayton
WA
99328
509-382-2518
Columbia
509-382-4765
Coos County Sheriff
Courthouse
2nd &
Baxter
Mile Crook
Coquille
OR
97423
541-396-2106
541-396-2107
541-396-3121
X371
Coos
541-396-5932 Adm
541-396-4290 Com
Cowlitz County Sheriff
312 1 st Ave
P. O. Box 390
Bryan D.
Pedersen
Kelso
WA
98626
360-577-3130
360-577-3130
Cowlitz
360-423-1047
Curry County Sheriff
P. O. Box 681
Charles Denny
Gold Beach
OR
97444
541-469-3132
541-469-3132
Curry
541-247-6893
Douglas County Sheriff
Justice Bldg.
JohnPardon
Roseburg
OR
97470
541-440-4463
541-440-4463
Douglas
541-440-4470
Franklin County Sheriff
1015 N. 5th
Ave.
Richard Lathim
Pasco
WA
99301
509-545-3501
509-545-3501
Frannklin
509-546-5820
' >
Garfield County Sheriff
789 W. Main
P. O. Box 338
Larry Bowles
Pomeroy
WA
99347
509-843-3494
509-843-3493
Garfield
509-843-1347
Gilliam County Sheriff
221 S
Oregon St
P. O. Box 685
Paul Barnett
Condon
OR
97823
541-384-2851
541-384-2851
Gilliam
541-384-2878
Grays Harbor County Sheriff
Broadway &
Main
P. O. Box 630
Michael
Whelan
Montesano
WA
98563
360-249-3711
360-249-3711
Grays Harbor
360-249-3288 Adm
360-249-3722 Ev
&Weekends
Hood River County Sheriff
309 8th
Street
Joseph A.
Wampler
Hood River
OR
97031
541-386-2711
541-386-2098
Hood River
541-386-3141
Jefferson County Sheriff
81 Elkins
Road
Pete Piccini
Port Hadlock
WA
98339
360-385-3831
Ext. 1
360-385-3831
Jefferson
360-379-0513
King County Sheriff
516 Third
Ave.
David Reichert
Seattle
WA
98104
206-296-3311
206-296-4155
King
206-296-0168
Kitsap County Sheriff
614 Division
St.
Pat Jones
Port Orchard
WA
98366
360-478-5330
Disp 308-5400
360-337-7101
Kitsap
360-337-4923
Kittitas
205 W. 5th
Robert
McBride
Ellensburg
WA
98926
509-925-8534
509-962-7525
Kittitas
509-962-7599
Change 4
November 1, I
5-42
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Nortt. A Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Klickitat County Sheriff
kcso(ri)gorge.iiel
205 S.
Columbus,
Room 108
Karen von
Borstel
Goldendale
WA
98620
509-773-4545
509-773-4547
Klickitat
509-773-6575
Lane County Sheriff
125 E. 8th
Ave.
Jan Clements
Eugene
OR
97401
541-682-4150
541-682-4150
Lane
541-465-2366
Lincoln County Sheriff
251 W.
Olive St.
John O'Brien
Newport
OR
97365
541-9271/2/3
541-265-9272
Lincoln
541-265-3533
Mason County Sheriff
P. O. Box
Steve Whybark
Shelton
WA
98584
360-427-9670
X 226
360-427-9670
X313
Mason
360-427-0567
Morrow County Sheriff
325
Willowview
Dr
P. O. Box 159
Roy
Drago
Heppner
OR
97836
541-676-5317
541-676-5317
Morrow
541-676-5577
Marion County Sheriff
100 High St.
NE
P. O. Box Raul
Ramirez
Salem
OR
97308
503-588-5032
503-588-5094
Marion
503-588-7931
Multnomah County Sheriff
kathenne.m.moyer@co.multnomah.or.us
12240 NE
Glisan St.
Dan Noelle
Portland
OR
97230
503-255-3600
503-255-3600
Multnomah
503-251-2428
Nez Perce County Sheriff
1221 F St.
P. O. Box 896
Randy
Askingbury
Lewiston
ID
83501
208-799-3131
208-799-3131
Nez Perce
208-799-3144
Pacific County Sheriff
P. O. Box 27
Jerry Benning
South Bend
WA
98586
360-875-9397
360-875-9395
Pacific
360-875-9393
Pierce County Sheriff
930 Tacoma
Ave. S.
Mark French
Tacoma
WA
98402
253-798-4721
253-591-7540
Pierce
253-798-6712
San Juan County Sheriff
P. O. Box 669
Bill Cumming
Friday
Harbor
WA
98250
360-378-4151
206-378-4151
San Juan
360-378-7125
Sherman County Sheriff
500 Court
P. O. Box 424
Gerry Massey
Moro
OR
97039
541-565-3622
541-565-3622
Sherman
541-565-3312
Skagit County Sheriff
600 South _
3rd
Room 100
Ed Goodman
Mt. Vernon
WA
98273
360-336-9450
360-336-9450
Skagit
360-336-9455
Skamania County Sheriff
scsO@gorge.net
200
Vancouver
Ave.
P. O. Box 790
H. Dennis
Warren
Stevenson
WA
98586
509-427-5626
509-427-9490
Skamania
509-427-4369
Snohomish County Sheriff
3000
Rockerfeller
Rick Bart
Everett
WA
98201
425-388-3839
425-388-3393
Snohomish
425-388-3885
Thurston County Sheriff
2000
Lakeridge
Drive
Gaary Edwards
Olympia
WA
98507
360-786-5449
360-786-5500
Thurston
360-786-5275
Tillamook County Sheriff
5995 Long
Prairie Rd.
Thomas Dye
Tillamook
OR
97141
503-815-1911
503-842-2561
Tillamook
503-815-3399 __
Umatilla County Sheriff
216 SE 4th
John Trumbo
Pendleton
OR
97801
541-278-6350
541-276-7111
Umatilla
541-276-2540
Wahkiakum County Sheriff
P. O. Box 65
Gene Strong
Cathlamet
WA
98612
360-795-3242
360-795-3242
Wahkiakum
360-795-3145
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-bour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Walla Walla County Sheriff
P. O. Box 518
Bill Jackson
Walla Walla
J. Michael
Humphreys
WA
99362-
0220
509-527-3265
509-527-3265
Walla Walla
509-527-3245
Wasco County Sheriff
511
Washington
Darrell Hill
The Dalles
OR
97058
451-296-5454
360-676-6650
Wasco
360-738-2494
Washington County Sheriff
215 SW
Adams
Jim Spinden
Hillsboro
OR
97123
503-846-2700
503-846-2700
Washington
503-846-2719
Whatcom County Sheriff
311 Grand
Ave.
Dale Brandland
Bellingham
WA
98225
360-676-7722
360-676-6811
Whatcom
360-738-2494
Wheeler County Sheriff
Courthouse
P. 0. Box 345
Craig Ward
Fossil
OR
97830
541-676-5317
541-763-4101
Wheeler
541-763-2026
Whitman County Sheriff
P. 0. Box 470
Steven Tomson
Colfax
WA
99111
509-397-6266
509-397-6266
Whitman
509-397-6266
Yamhill County Sheriff
535 NE 5th
Norman Hand
McMinnville
OR
97128
503-434-6500
503-434-6500
Yamhill
503-472-5330
CRANES ;
I
Port of Portland
OR
503-231-5000
Columbia Helicopters, Inc.
OR
503-657-1111
Transwestem Helicopter
OR
503-226-4731
DISPOSAL
-
Chem Waste Management
Star Route
Arlington
OR
97812
503-454-2742
West Pac Environmental Inc.
54 South
Dawson
Street
Seattle
WA
98134
206-762-1190
King
DIVING
Fred Devine Diving and Salvage
6211 N
Ensign
Swan Island
Portland
OR
97217
503-283-5285
503-283-5285
Multnomah
503-286-2871
Global Diving and Salvage Inc.
2763 13th
Avenue SW
Harbor Island
Seattle
WA
98134
206-623-0621
206-623-0621
King
206-340-8984
MAST Towing and Salvage & Tug Co
P. 0 Box
#25001
Portland
OR
97225
Multnomah
USN Supervisor of Salvage Directorate
Naval Sea
Systems
Command
Operations &
Ocean
Engineering
703-602-7527
703-607-2758
DRY DOCK
Lake Union Drydock Company
1515
Fairview
Avenue E.
Seattle
WA
98102
King
ENVIRONMENTAL
Change 4
November I, '
5-44
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Nort> st Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
American Oceans Campaign
3004
Northwest
93rd Street
Seattle
WA
98117
206-783-6676
King
206-783-1799
EMCON Northwest
18912 North
Creek
Parkway
Suite 100
Bothell
WA
98011
206-485-5000
King
206-486-9766
Landau Associates Inc
P. O. Box
1029
Edmonds
WA
98020
206-778-0907
Snohomish
206-778-6409
People for Puget Sound
1326 Fifth
Avenue
Suite 450
Seattle
WA
98101
206-382-7007
King
206-382-7006
Washington Environmental Council (WEC)
5200
University
Way NE
Suite 201
Seattle
WA
98105
206-527-1599
King
Washington Environmental Council (WEC)
1063 South
Capitol
Suite 212
Olympia
WA
98501
206-357-6548
Thurston
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
;
i
Army Corp of Engineers
Hazards to
Navigation
P.O. Box
C3755
Seattle
WA
98124
206-764-3754
King
206-764-6602
Army Corp of Engineers
gordon.n.tax er@usace.army.mil
Northwest-
ern Division
POB
2870 220 NW
8th Ave
Portland
OR
97208
503-808-3903
503-808-3903
Multnomah
503-808-3904
Army Corp of Engineers
thonias.f.muller@usace.army.mil
Regulatory
POB 3755
4735 E.
Marginal Way
S.
Seattle
WA
98124-
3755
206-764-3495
Wkg Freq-163.000
(Lake Washington
Ship Canal)
206-764-3495
King
206-764-6602
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Portland
Area Office
911 NE 11th
Avenue
Portland
OR
97232
503-231-2326
Multnomah
Bureau of Indian Affairs Bia@GTE.Net
Puget Sound
Agency
3006 Colby
Avenue
Everett
WA
98201
425-2651
425-258-2651
X236
Snohomish
425-258-1254
Bureau of Indian Affairs
4735 E
Marginal
Way S
Building 1206
Alan E. Mather
Seattle
WA
98134
206-243-6179
800-836-7926
206-764-3328
King
206-764-6881
Coast Guard
USCG
Headquarters
2100 Second
Street SW
Washington
DC
20593
202-267-0440
Coast Guard
Coast Guard
Pacific Area
Coast Guard
Island
Alemeda
CA
94501-
5100
510-437-3700
Alameda
Coast Guard
D13
Command
Center
915 Second
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98174
206-220-7001
King
206-220-7009
5-45
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Coast Guard
D13
District
Commander
915 Second
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98174
206-220-7090
King
206-220-7092
Coast Guard
D13
Legal
915 Second
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98174
206-220-7110
King
206-220-71 19
Coast Guard
D13
mep
915 Second
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98174
206-220-7210
King
206-220-7225
Coast Guard
D13
Public
Affairs
915 Second
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98174
206-220-7237
King
206-220-7245
Coast Guard
podoub/gruastoria04
Group
Astoria/
Grays
Harbor
2185 SE 12th
PI.
Warrenton
OR
97146
503-861-6220
503-861-6220
Clatsop
503-861-6355
Coast Guard
Group Port
Angeles
Port Angeles
WA
360-457-2226
Clallam
Coast Guard
Group
Seattle
1519 Alaskan
Way South
Seattle
WA
98134-
1192
206-217-6000
206-217-6120
King
Coast Guard
Marine
Safety
Center
USCG
Headquarters
Washington
DC
202-366-6480
Coast Guard
Marine
Safety Office
Portland
6767 North
Basin Avenue
Portland
OR
97217
503-240-9300
503-240-9300
Multnomah
Coast Guard /
Marine
Safety Office
Puget Sound
1519 Alaskan
Way South
Seattle
WA
98134-
1192
206-217-6232
206-217-6200
King
206-217-6345
Coast Guard
MLCPAC
Seattle
Office
915 Second
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98174
206-553-5155
King
Coast Guard
National
Pollution
Funds
Center
(NPFC)
4200 Wilson
Boulevard
Suite 1000
Arlington
VA
22203
800-424-8802
703-235-4717
202-267-4085
Coast Guard
National
Response
Center
(NRC)
USCG
Headquarters
Washington
DC
800-424-8802
Coast Guard
National
Strike Force
Coordination
Center
Elizabeth
City
NC
800-424-8802
919-331-6001
Change 4
November 1, 1 ac>8
5-46
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Nortl.»««,t Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Coast Guard
Pacific
Stnke Team
Hanger 2
Building 390
Hamilton AFB
Novato
CA
94947
415-883-3311
Coast Guard
Public
Information
Assist Team
USCG
Headquarters
Washington
DC
20593
202-267-0431
Coast Guard
USCGC
Active
WA
206-452-2342
206-452-2342
Coast Guard
USCGC
Mellon
1519 Alaskan
Way South
Seattle
WA
98134-
1192
206-217-6290
206-217-6290
King
Coast Guard
USCGC
Midgett
1519 Alaskan
Way South
Seattle
WA
98134-
1192
206-217-6280
206-217-6280
King
Coast Guard
USCGC
Polar Sea
1519 Alaskan
Way South
Seattle
WA
98134-
1192
206-217-6270
206-217-6270
King
Coast Guard
USCGC
Polar Star
1519 Alaskan
Way South
Seattle
WA
98134-
1192
206-217-6260
206-217-6260
King
Coast Guard
Vessel
Traffic
Service
Puget Sound
1519 Alaskan
Way S.
Seattle
WA
98134-
1192
206-217-6050
206-217-6040
King
Customs Service
South
Satellite
SeaTac
International
Airport
Seattle
WA
98174
206-553-0517
King
Customs Service
Vessel
Clearance/
Investigation
s
909 First Street
Seattle
WA
98174
206-553-7531
206-553-1135/
206-645-2236
King
Customs Service
909 First
Street
Seattle
WA
98174
800-562-5943 or
206-645-2236
206-553-1135
King
Drug Enforcement Administration
220 W
Mercer
Seattle
WA
98119
206-553-5443
King
Environmental Protection Agency Region 10
CERCLA
Accounting
Seattle
WA
98101
206-553-2144
King
Environmental Protection Agency Region 10
Chemical
Preparedness
\Safety
Seattle
WA
98101
206-553-4349
King
Environmental Protection Agency Region 10
Hazardous
Waste
Division
1200 Sixth
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98101
206-553-1261
King
Environmental Protection Agency Region 10
Public
Information
Center
1200 Sixth
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98101
206-553-0149/
800-424-4372
King
5-47
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Environmental Protection Agency Region 10
RCRA/CER
CLA hotline
1200 Sixth
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98101
800-424-9346
800-424-9346
King
Environmental Protection Agency Region 10
Response
and
Investigation
1200 Sixth
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98101
206-553-1263
206-553-1200
King
206-553-0175
Environmental Protection Agency
Washington
State Ops
PV-ll
Olympia
WA
98504
206-753-9083
Thurston
Federal Aviation Administration
Automated
Flight
Service
Weather
Briefing
Seattle
WA
206-767-2726
King
Federal Aviation Administration
3101 Auburn
Way South
Auburn
WA
98002
206-931-5300
206-931-5222
King
Federal Bureau oflnvesligation
710 Federal
Building
915 2nd
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98174
206-622-0460
King
Federal Communication Commission
11410 NE
122nd Way
Suite 312
Kirkland
WA
206-354-4892
206-821-9037
King
Federal Communication Commission
1330 Loomis
Trail
Custer
WA
98240
206-354-4892
Whatcom
Federal Communication Commission
Licensing
Division
Gettysburg
PA
17326
717-337-1212
717-337-1541,
Federal Emergency Management Agency
130 228th
Street SW
Bothell
WA
98021
206-481-8800
Snohomish
Federal Highway Administration
711 S
Capitol Way
Suite 501
Olympia-'
WA
98501
206-753-9875
Thurston
206-753-9889
Federal Highway Administration
708 SW
Third Street
Portland
OR
97204
503-326-2061
Multnomah
503-326-3928
Federal Protection Service
915 Second
Avenue
Suite 2610
Seattle
WA
98174
206-553-2520
King
Fish and Wildlife Service
Transiplex
Building A
#206
2580 S 156th
Seattle
WA
98158
206-937-9562
206-764-3463
206-553-5670
King
Fish and Wildlife Service
121 107th
NE
#127
Bellevue
WA
98004
206-553-5543
King
Fish and Wildlife Service Olympia Field Office
3704 Griffin
Lane SE
Suite 102
Olympia
WA
98501
206-753-9440
Thurston
206-753-9008
Fish and Wildlife Service Portland Field Office
2600 SE
98th Avenue
Suite 100
Portland
OR
97266
503-636-7946
503-231-6179
Multnomah
Fish and Wildlife Service Regional Office
911 NE 11th
Avenue
Portland
OR
97232
503-636-7946
503-231-6223
Multnomah
Forest Service
21905 64th
Ave W
Mountlake
Terrace
WA
98043
Snohomish
General Services Administration
GSA Center
(9FBS-10B)
Auburn
WA
98001
206-931-7516
King
Change 4 5-48
November I, 'rifl8
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North A Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Daypbone
County
FAX
Government Printing Office/ Bookstore
194 Federal
Building
195 Second
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98174
206-553-4270
King
Immigration and Naturalization Service
South
Satellite
SeaTac
International
Airport
WA
98158
206-553-0466
King
Interior Department
911 NE 11th
Avenue
Suite 354
Portland
OR
97232-
4181
503-621-3682
503-231-6157
Multnomah
Justice Department
U.S. District
Attorney
WA
206-553-7970
Justice Department
U.S. Marshal
- Western
Washington
WA
206-553-5500
National Marine Fisheries Service
Regional
Director
7600 Sand
Point Way NE
Seattle
WA
98115
206-526-6317
206-775-2104
King
National Park Service
Seattle
WA
206-937-9562
206-553-5670
King
National Park Service-Olympic National Park
RT1 Box
5749
Forks
WA
98331
206-374-5450
Clallam
206-956-2350
National Park Service-Pacific Northwest Region Office
83 South
King
Suite 212
Seattle
WA
98104
206-553-5565
King
National Park Service-San Juan Island Park
P.O. Box
429
Friday
Harbor
WA
98250
206-378-2240
San Juan
206-378-2615
Navy
Puget Sound
Naval
Shipyard
Bremerton
WA
98314
206-476-3466
CDO
206-476-4421
206-476-3711
Kitsap
Navy
U.S. Naval
Station
Puget Sound
Code 1740
Seattle
WA
98115
King
Navy
Naval
Submarine
Base Bangor
Silverdale
WA
98315
Kitsap
Navy
Naval Base
Seattle
7500 Sand
Point Way NE
Code 204
Seattle
WA
206-526-3225
King
Navy
Indian Island
Ammunition
s Depot
Indian Island
WA
206-385-0100
Navy
Fire Station
#1
Bldg. 1300
Silverdale
WA
98315
Kitsap
Navy
Manchester
Fuel Pier
Manchester
WA
206-476-2145
Kitsap
Navy Supervisor of Salvage SUPSALV
Preliminary
Notification
Washington
DC
202-692-7527
202-697-7403
202-692-7527
5-49
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Navy Supervisor of Salvage SUPSALV
Official
request for
Response
Washington
DC
202-695-0231
202-695-0231
NOAA Ha/mat Response Branch
NOAA/OAD
(N/OMA34)
7600 Sand
Point Way NE
Seattle
WA
98115
206-526-6317
206-526-6317
King
206-526-6329
NOAA-DART
Room 422
WSC#1
6001 Executive
Boulevard.
Rockville
MD
20852
301-227-6332
(301)231-0157
NOAA-National Marine Fisheries Service
Regional
Director
Northwest
7600 Sand
Point Way NE
Seattle
WA
206-775-2104
Nights
206-526-6150
King
NOA A-National Weather Service
State
Forecast
Office
7600 Sand
Point Way NE
Seattle
WA
98115
206-526-6087
King
NOAA-Nalional Weather Service
Port
Meteorologis
t
7600 Sand
Point Way NE
Seattle
WA
98115
206-526-6100
King
NOAA-National Weather Service
Continuous
Weather
Broadcast
162.55 MHz
Seattle
WA
98115
King
NOAA-National Weather Service
River
Forecast
Office
Portland
OR
503-423-3720
Multnomah
NOA A-Pacific Marine Center
1801
Fairview
Avenue E
Seattle '
WA
98102
King
NOAA-SSC Staff - Trajectories
SSC
7600 Sand
Point Way NE
Seattle
WA
98115
206-526-6317
King
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
11 11 Third
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98101
King
Public Health Service
2201 Sixth
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98121
206-553-0502
King
206-553-0757
States/BC Oil Spill Task Force
P.O. Box
476000
Olympia
WA
98504
206-459-6000
Thurston
FIRE DEPARTMENTS
Update
Aberdeen Fire Department
700 W.
Market
Steve Mitchell
Aberdeen
WA
98520
360-532-1253
360-532-1254
Grays Harbor
360-533-8136
Anacortes Fire Department
1016 13th
Street
Richard Curtis
Anacortes
WA
98221
360-293-1925
360-293-4684
Skagit
360-299-1965
Arlington Fire Department
P.O. Box 429
Brian Foster
Arlington
OR
97812
503-454-
2793/2621
Gilliam
Astoria Fire Department
lwintemi@orednet.org
555 30th
Street
Lane
Wintermute
Astoria
OR
97104
503-325-4411
503-325-4237
Clatsop
503-325-2346
Change 4 5-50
November I, '"n8
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Nort A Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Bellevue Fire Department
766 Bellevue
Way SE
Peter Lucarelli
Bellevue
WA
90012
425-885-3131
425-455-6892
King
425-637-5287
Bellingham City Fire Dept
1800
Broadway
Jay Gunsauls
Bellingham
WA
98225
911
360-676-68'4
Whatcom
360-738-7312
Blaine Fire Department
fire@ci.blaine.wa. us
344 H
StTeet
P. O. Box 490
William Elfo
Blaine
WA
98231
360-332-8781
360-332-6960
Whatcom
360-332-7255
Boardman Fire Department
300 Wiolson
Lane
P. 0. Box 166
Mark
Rogelstad
Boardman
OR
97818
541481-3473
541-481-3473
Morrow
541-481-0909
Bremerton Fire Department
firedept@ci.breincnon.wa. us
817 Pacific
Ave
Allison Duke
111
Bremerton
WA
98337-
1921
911
360-478-5380
Kitsap
360-478-5397
Clallam County Fire District #1
11
Spartan Ave.
& Division
P O. Box 118
Phil Arbeiter
Forks
WA
98331
360-374-2223
360-374-5561
360-374-5561
Clallam
360-374-5613
Clallam County Fire District #2
700 Power
Plant Road
P O. Box 1391
Jon Bugher
Port Angeles
WA
98362
911
360-452-7725
Clallam
360-452-9235
Clallam County Fire District #3
323 N 5th
Ave
Thomas Lowe
Sequim
WA
98382
911
360-683-4242
Clallam
360-683-6834
Clallam Counly Fire District #4
51-250
Highway
112 W.
P. O. Box 106
Mike Evans
Joyce
WA
98343
360-460-2097
(Cellular)
360-928-3132
Clallam
Clallam Counly Fire District #5
Bogachiel
Street
P. O. Box 530
Brian
Richardson
Clallam
Bay/Sekiu
WA
98326
360-963-2371
Clallam
Clark County District #5
71 10 NE
63 rd St.
Dan Fraijo
Vancouver
WA
98661
911
360-892-4323
Clark
360-892-4801
Clarkston Fire Department
820 Fifth St.
Robert
Berreman
Clarkston
WA
99403
509-758-8681
509-758-8681
Asotin
509-758-1670
Clatskanie Fire Department
Dlong@clatskanie.com
280 SE
Third
P. O. Box 807
Dick Long
Clatskanie
OR
97016
503-728-2025
503-728-2025
Columbia
503-728-4388
Coos Bay Fire Department
Cbfire@mail.coos.or.us
150 S Fourth
Street
Stan Gibson
Coos Bay
OR
97420
541-269-1191
541-269-1191
Coos
541-267-0378
Cow-litz County Fire District #2
701 Vine
Street
Joe Valenzuela
Kelso
WA
98626
360-578-5221
360-578-5221
Cowlitz
360-578-5220
Depoe Bay Fire Department
Dbfire@newportnet.com
P. O. Box
332 Ropp
Depoe Bay
OR
97341
541-765-2202
503-765-2202
Lincoln
541-765-2691
DuPoni Fire Department
303 Louviers
P. 0. Box 455
Lee Chase
DuPont
WA
98327-
0455
911
253-964-8121
Pierce
2539643554
Edmonds Fire Department
121 5 th Ave
N
Michael
Springer
Edmonds
WA
98020
425-774-3583
425-771-0215
Snohomish
425-775-7721
Everett Fire Department
281! Oakes
Ave
Terry Ollis
Everett
WA
98201
425-258-2484
425-257-8100
Snohomish
425-257-8139
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Ferndale Fire Department wcfd7aol.com
2020
Washington
Street
P. O. Box 1599
Gary Russell
Ferndale
WA
98248
911
360-384-0303
Whatcom
360-384-4509
Fircrest Fire Department
320 Regents
Blvd
Richard Moore
Fircrest
WA
98466
253-591-5737
253-591-5737
Pierce
253-591-5746
Fire Department Dispatch Center (S. Whidbey Island)
2874 E.
Verlane St.
Don Smith
Langley
WA
98260
800-294-1956
360-321-1533
Island
360-321-9385
Fire Department Dispatch Center (Central Whidbey Is.)
215 E. Race
St.
Joseph Biller
Coupville
WA
98239
800-294-1956
360-678-3602
Island
360-678-4615
Fire Marshal
301-2nd
Avenue
South
Gerald Birt
Seattle
WA
98104
911
206-386-1400
King
206-386-1412
FIRECOM
5000
Steilacoom
Blvd SW
Tacoma
WA
98499
Pierce
Florence Fire Department
P. O. Box 340
Verne
Passenger
Florence
OR
97439
503-997-3564
541-997-3564
Lane
541-997-4100
Friday Harbor Fire Department sjifire@rockisland.com
260 West St.
P. 0. Box 219
Howard
Rosenfeld
Friday
Harbor
WA
98250
360-378-4151
360-378-4183
San Juan
360-378-5339
Gearhart Volunteer Fire Department
698 Pacific
Way
P. 0. Box 2530
Jim Pefonen
Gearhart
OR
97138
503-738-5501
503-738-5501
Clatsop
503-738-9385
Hood River Fire Department
P.O. Box 27 .
Ed Sherrill
Hood RivaH**
OR
97031
541-386-3939
541-386-3939
Hood River
541-387-4590
Island County Fire District #1
525 W.
North
Camano Dr.
Scott Koehler
Camano
Island
WA
98292
360-629-3008
360-629-3008
Island
360-629,-4192
Island County Fire District #2
2720 N.
Heller Rd.
N.-Michael
Lamar
S.-Marvin
Koom
Oak Harbor
WA
98277
360-675-1131
360-675-1131
Island
360-675-0762
-Island County Fire District #3
2874 E.
Verlane St.
Don Smith
Langley
WA
98260
360-321-1533
360-321-1533
Island
360-321-9385
Island County Fire District #5 cwfire@shidbey.net
215 E. Race
St.
Joseph Biller
Coupe ville
WA
98239
360-678-3602
360-678-3602
Island
360-678-4615
Jefferson County Fire District #1
9193 Rhody
Dr.
P. O. Box 537
Chuck Boggs
Chimacum
WA
98325
360-732-4533
360-732-4533
Jefferson
Jefferson County Fire District #2
Herbert St.
P. O. Box 433
Bob Wilson
Quilcene
WA
98376
360-4765-3333
360-765-3333
Jefferson
360-765-3960
Jefferson County Fire District #3 jcfd33@waypt.com
101 South
Point Dr.
Wayne Kier
Port Ludlow
WA
98365
360-437-2899
360437-2899
Jefferson
360-437-0117
Jefferson County Fire District #4
151 Corey
Lane
P. O. Box 42
Mel Herod
Brinnon
WA
98320
360-796-4711
360-796-4711
Jefferson
360-796-3999
Change 4 5-52
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Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Jefferson County Fire District #5
2000 Old
Gardiner Rd
John Brown
Gardiner
WA
98382
360-797-7711
360-797-7711
Jefferson
360-797-7258
Jefferson County Fire District #6
3850 Cape
George Rd
Robert Larson
Port
Town send
WA
98368
360-385-4721
360-385-4721
Jefferson
360-385-1133
Jefferson County Fire District #7
W. Jefferson
Shop
Clifford Hay
Forks
WA
98331
360-962-2651
360-962-2651
Jefferson
No Fax
Kalama Fire Department
kalfire@pacifier.com
382 NE
Frontage Rd.
P. O. Box 322
Dave Bourdage
Kalama
WA
98625
360-673-2222
360-673-2222
Cowlitz
360-673-3389
Kelso Fire Department See Cowlitz County #2
701 Vine St.
Joe Valenzuela
Kelso
WA
98626
360-578-5221
360-578-5221
Cowlitz
360-578-5220
Kennewick Fire Department bobby-
k i rk@ci.kennewick. wa.us
600 S.
Auburn
P. O. Box 6108
Bobby Kirk
Kennewick
WA
99336
509-585-4231
509-585-4231
Benton
509-586-4617
King County Fire District #1 1 nhoffice@newway.com
1243 SW
112th
Russ Pritchard
Seattle
WA
98146
206-243-0330
206-243-0330
King
206-244-8418
King County Fire District #13
10020 SW
Bank Rd.
P. O. Box 1150
Craig
Harmeling
Vashon
WA
98070-
1150
206-463-2405
206463-9191
(Emergency)
206-463-2405
King
206-463-6494
King County Fire District #16
18030 73rd
Ave NE
Fred Baker
Bothell
WA
98011
425-486-2784
425-486-2784
King
425-483-6598
King County Fire District #2
15100 8th
Ave SW
Gary Hobbick
Seattle
WA
98166
206-242-2040
206-242-2040
King
206433-6042
King County Fire District #20
12424 76th
Ave S
Mark
Fitzgerald
Seattle
WA
98178
206-772-1430
206-772-1430
King
206-772-6095
King County Fire District #26
2238 S
223rd
Jim Polhamous
Des Moines
WA
98198
None
206-878-2210
King
206-878-2113
King County Fire District #39 info@fwfd.bess.net
31617 1st
Ave S
Al Church
Federal Way
WA
98003
253-839-6234
253-839-6234
King
253-946-2086
King County Fire District #4
www.shorelinefire.com
1016 N
175th
J. B. Smith
Shoreline
WA
98133
206-546-5716
206-546-5716
King
206-546-5719
Kirkland Fire Department
123 5th Ave
Jeff Blake
Lynn Oliver
Deputy Ch.
Kirkland
WA
98033
425-885-3131
425-828-1143
King
425-828-1292
Kitsap County Fire District #1 ckfr@telebyte.com
10955
Silverdale
Way NW
R. E. West
Silverdale
WA
98383
360-692-2551
360-692-2551
Kitsap
360-698-0092
Kitsap County Fire District #10
11171 NE
Hwy. 104
P. O. Box 41
Paul Nichol
Kingston
WA
98346
360-478-5330
(Dispatch)
360-297-3619
Kitsap
360-297-2653
Kitsap County Fire District #12 kcfdl2@tscnet.com
4071 Chico
Way NW
P. O. Box 4365
Eugene Ellis
Bremerton
WA
98312
360-377-4744
360-377-4744
Kitsap
360-373-7852
Kitsap County Fire District #14
/
7549 NE
Twin Spits
Rd.
P. O. Box 134
Paul Renbeck
HanSville
WA
98340
360-478-5330
(Dispatch)
360-638-2263
Kitsap
360-638-1809
5-53
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Stre«t
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Kitsup County Fire District ft 1 5
7600 Old
Military Rd
NE
Steven
Bigelow
Bremerton
WA
98311
360-478-5254
(Dispatch)
Do Not Publish
360-692-0880
Kitsap
360-698-2620
Kitsap County Fire District #18
911 NE
Liberty Rd.
Jim Shields
Poulsbo
WA
98370
360-697-8303
360-779-3997
Kitsap
360-779-4697
Kitsap County Fire District H2
8895
Madison
Ave. NE
Kirk Stickels
Bainbridge
Island
WA
98110
206-842-7686
206-780-2537
206-842-7686
Kitsap
206-842-7695
Kitsap County Fire District H6
1947 Fircrest
Dr. SE
P. O. Box 1517
Mike Brown
Port Orchard
WA
98366
360-871-2411
360-871-2411
Kitsap
360-871-2426
Kitsap County Fire District HI
1974 Fircrest
Dr. SE
P. O. Box 1517
Mike Brown
Port Orchard
WA
98366
360-871-2411
360-871-2411
Kitsap
360-871-2426
La Conner Fire Department
204 Douglas
P O. Box 581
Tom
Zimmerman
La Conner
WA
98257
360-293-4686
(Anacortes)
360-466-3125"
Skagit
360-466-3901
Langley Fire Department
112 Second
P. O. Box 366
Don Fowler
Langley
WA
98260
No 24 Hr. #
360-221-4246
Island
360-221-4265
Lewiston Fire Department
300 13th
Street
P. O. Box 617
Thomas J.
Tom berg
Lewiston
ID
88501
208-743-3554
208-743-3554
Nez Perce
208-746-3801
l.ongview Fire Department
rudy.weyland@ci.longview.wa. us
740
Commerce
Rudy Weyland
Longview
iM*-
WA
98632
360-577-3098
360-577-3340
Cowlitz
360-577-3338
Lynnwood Fire Department
19100 44th
Ave. N
P. O. Box 5008
Robert Meador
Lynnwood
WA
98046
425-774-3583
425-775-3473
Snohomish
425-771-7977
Marysville Fire Department
1635 Grove
Street
Greg Com
Marysville
WA
98270
360-659-2777
360-659-2777
Snohomish
360-659-1382
Mason County Fire District HI badjack@hotmail.com
N. 331 Finch
Creek Dr.
P. O. Box 354
Jack Janda
Hoodsport
WA
98548
360-877-5186
360-877-5186
Mason
None
Mason County Fire District H2 mcfdtwo@hctc.com
NE460 Old
Belfair Hwy.
P. O. Box 277
Michael
Greene
Belfair
WA
98528-
0277
360-275-6711
360-275-2889
(Dispatch)
360-275-6711
Mason
3690-275-6224
Mason County Fire District #17
N. 34571
Hwy. 101
P. O. Box 4
David Robbins
Lilliwaup
WA
98555
Mason
Mason County Fire District H2
E. 4350
Grapeview
Loop Rd.
P. O. Box 129
Dennis "Mike"
Uglow
Grapeview
WA
98546
360-275-4483
Mason
360-427-6421
Mason County Fire District H4 masonfire4@aol.com
SE 2970
Arcadia
Cliff Cowling
Shelton
WA
98584
360-426-4441
(Dispatch)
360-426-7222
Mason
360-427-6120
Mason County Fire District #5 mcfd5@aol.com
E. 2520
Mason-
Benson Rd.
P. O. Box 127
R. A. Knight
Allyn
WA
98524
360-426-5533
360-426-5533
Mason
360-426-8959
Change 4
November 1, loc>8
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Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Mason County Fire District #6
E. 50 Seattle
St.
P. O. Box 39
Mike Greene
(Interim)
Union
WA
98592
360-898-4871
360-898-4871
Mason
360-898-4870
Mason County Fire District #8
NE 14880
Northshore
Rd
P. O. Box 299
Steven Olsen
Tahuya
WA
98588
360-275-6478
Mason
Mercer Island Fire Department
3030 78th
Ave SE
Al Provost
Mercer
Island
WA
98040
206-236-3500
(Dispatch)
206-236-3600
King
206-236-3622
Mid-Columbia Fire & Rescue Department
jrichardson@gorge.net
1400 W. 8th
Joe Richardson
The Dalles
OR
97058
541-296-8656
541-296-9445
Wasco
541-296-8656
Mukilteo Fire Department
10400 47'h
PI. W
Jack Colbath
Mukilteo
WA
98275
425-348-3591
425-348-3591
Snohomish
425-513-2764
Multnomah Co Fire Dept. 20
9735 NW
Slyline Blvd.
Martyn
Wheller
Portland
OR
97231
503-286-5030
Multnomah
Neali Bay Fire Department
P. O. Box 115
Champ
McCarty
Neah Bay
WA
98357
360-645-2201
Clallam
Newport Fire Department
245 NW
Tenth Street
Rick Crook
Newport
OR
97365
541-265-9461
541-265-9461
Lincoln
541-265-9463
North Bend Department
1880
McPherson
Scott Graham
North Bend
OR
97459
503-756-3135
503-756-3135
Coos
503-756-1033
Oak Harbor Fire Department ohfire@whidbey.net
855 E.
Whidbey
Ave.
Mark Soptich
Oak Harbor
WA
98277
360-679-9567
(Dispatch)
360-240-1608
360-679-5551
Island
360-679-4541
Olynipia City Fire Dept
100 Eastside
St. NE
Larry Dibble
(Acting)
Olympia
WA
98506-
4081
360-753-8348
360-753-8348
Thurston
360-753-8054
Pasco Fire Department tamimathews@3-eities.com
404 West
Clark
P. O. Box 293
Gregory Garcia
Pasco
WA
99301
509-545—3471
509-545-3510
(Dispatch)
509-545-3426
Franklin
509-545-3439
Pierce County Fire District #10
(See Facoma Fire Department)
2015 54th
Ave E
Tacoma
WA
98424
Pierce
Pierce County Fire District #13
4815 Wa-
Tau-Ga Ave.
NE
5011 Hyada
Blvd. David
Strasser
Tacoma
WA
98422
253-581-3888
253-552-4776 X4
(Fire Marshall-
Sean McDonald)'
253-952-4776
Pierce
253-925-8889
Pierce County Fire District #16
9811 Key
Peninsula
Hwy
Gary Franz
Lakebay
WA
98349
253-884-2222
253-884-1217
253-884-2222
Pierce
253-884-9437
Pierce County Fire District #27
10011 Lake
Josephine
Blvd
David Sheets
Anderson
Island
WA
98303
253-581-3888
Dispatch
253-884-4040
Pierce
253-884-4057
5-55
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Pierce County Fire District #5
10222
Bujacich Rd.
NW
Larry
Claibome
Gig Harbor
WA
98332-
8540
253-851-3111
253-851-3111
Pierce
253-851-9606
Port Angeles Fire Department
pa 11 rcWjcl. port-angel es.wa.us
102 E 5th
Bruce Becker
Port Angeles
WA
98362
360-417-4655
360-417-4655
Clallam
360-417-4659
Port Orchard Fire Department
1974 Fircrest
SE
Mike Brown
Port Orchard
WA
98366
360-871-2411
360-871-2411
Kitsap
360-871-2426
Port Townsend Fire Department
1310
Lawrence
Street
Tom Aumock,
Acting
Port
Townsend
WA
98368
360-385-2626
206-385-2626
Jefferson
360-385-1122
Portland ANG Base Fire Dept.
6801 NE
Cornfoot
Drive
Asllen Rousch
Portland
OR
97218-
2797
503-335-4890
503-335-4890
Multnomah
503-335-4472
Portland Fire Bureau
55 SW Ash
Robert Wall
Portland
OR
97204
503-823-3700
503-823-3700
Multnomah
503-823-3710
Portland Int'l Fire Dept
7000 NE
Airport Way
Kenneth Cook
Portland
OR
97218
503-460-4600
503-460-4600
Multnomah
503-460-4673
Poulsbo Fire Department
911 NE
Liberty Rd.
Jim Schields
Poulsbo
WA
98370
360-697-8303
360-779-3997
Kitsap
360-779-4697
Rainier Rural Fire Department
211 W. 2nd
St.
Terry Grice
Rainier
OR
97048
503-556-3672
503-556-
3732/3672
Columbia
503-556-0247
Rcedsport Fire Department
124 North
4th
Ed Connor
Reeds port
OR
97467
541-271-2423
541-271-
2423/2685
Douglas
541-271-4735
Renton Fire C/epartment
1900 Lind
Ave. SW
P. O. Box 2925
Lee Wheeler
Renton /
WA
98056-
0925
425-235-2643
King
425-204-5790
Richland Fire Department
craigw@ci.richland.wa. us
1000 George
Washington
Way
P.O. Box 190
Craig
Williamson
Richland
WA
99352
509-942-7550
509-942-7550
Benton
509-942-7575
San Juan County Fire District #2
217 Prune
Alley
P. O. Box 217
Gary D.
Bennett
Eastsound
(Orcas
Island)
WA
98245
360-378-4151
360-376-2331
San Juan
360-376-4463
San Juan County Fire District #3
sjifire@rockisland.com
310 Carter
Ave.
P. O. Box 764
Glen Potter, Jr.
Friday
Harbor
WA
98250
360-378-4151
(Dispatch)
360-378-5334
San Juan
360-378-5891
San Juan County Fire District UA
Fisherman
Bay Rd.
P. O. Box 1
Gary Schultz
Lopez
WA
98261
360-468-2991
360-468-2333
(Dispatch)
360-468-2991
San Juan
San Juan County Fire District #5
P. O 432 Tim
Nelson
Shaw Island
WA
98286
360-468-3715
360-468-3715
San Juan
San Juan County Fire District #6
Star Rt.
Stuart Island
Friday
Harbor
WA
98250
San Juan
San Juan Fire Dept
260 West
Street
P.O. Box 219
Howard
Rosen feld
Friday
Harbor
WA
98250
360-378-5334
San Juan
360-378-2591
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Address
City
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Zip
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County
FAX
Scappoosc Fire Department
PO. Box 625
Michael
Greisen
Scappoose
OR
97056
503-543-5029
503-543-5026
Columbia
503-543-2670
Seaside Fire Department
150 South
Lincoln
Jim Puckett
Seaside
OR
97138
503-738-6311
503-738-5420
Clatsop
503-717-9318
Seattle Fire Department Battalion Office
2139 Feny
Avenue SW
Seattle
WA
98106
Unlisted
King
Seattle Fire Department Fire Boat Officer
925 Alaskan
Way
Seattle
WA
98104
Uhnlisted
King
Seattle Fire Department Fire Station #36
3600 23rd
Avenue SW
Seattle
WA
98106
King
Seattle Fire Department
301 Second
Avenue
South
James Sewell
Seattle
WA
98104-
2680
206-386-1400
206-386-1400
King
206-386-1412
Sequini Fire Department
323 N. Fifth
Ave.
Thomas Lowe
Sequim
WA
98382
360-683-4242
X-6
360-683-4242
Clallam
360-683-6834
Shelton Fire Department
122 W.
Franklin
P. O. Box 1277
Dan Ward
Shelton
WA
98584
360-426-3348
360-426-4441
(Dispatch)
360-426-3348
Mason
360-426-3301
Skagit County Fire District U11
Deception
Rd.
1493 State
Route 20 Jim
Stewart
Anacortes
WA
98221
360-293-4684
(Dispatch)
360-293-8367
Skagit
None
Skagit County Fire District #1 2
1019 "C" St.
Richard Fair
Mt Vernon
WA
98273
Skagit
kagit County Fire District #13 Hope Island/Summit
Park
615 E.
Morris
(District
Office)
P. O. Box 532
Bill Clothier;
Mike
Hernandez
LaConner
WA
98257
360-466-3181
Skagit
360-466-1702
Skagit County Fire District #17
530 Guemes
Island Rd.
Carl
Meinzinger
Anacortes
WA
98221
360-293-8681
Skagit
360-293-8681
Skagit County Fire District #2
1544
Beavermarsh
Rd.
1390 McLean
Rd. Rolla
"Skip" Ritchey
Mount
Vernon
WA
98273
360-424-7296
Skagit
360-428-7983
Skagit County Fire District #3 Conway / Cedardale
P. O. Box 753
Steve Skrinde;
Glenn Harman
Conway
WA
98238
360-445-3617
(Steve Skrinde)
Skagit
Skagit County Fire District #5 Allen Station/Edison
Station/ Samish Island Station
559 Chuckanut
Dr. Loren
Dahl; John
Leander; Tim
Ratfield
Bow
WA
98232
360-766-6325
Skagit
Snohomish County Fire District #111 ( 1 & 11
merged)
12310
Meridian
Ave.
Chauncey
Sauer
Everett,
WA
98208
425-551-1200
425-551-1200
Snohomish
425-551-1249
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Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Snohomish County Fire District #14
#1: 18902
Marine Dr.
NW, #2:
3231 300th
NW
Freedom
P.O. Box
184
Ronald Barton
Warm
Beach;
Stznwood
WA
98292
360-652-8119
360-652-8119
(Dist. Office)
360-652-1246
#1
360-629-3011
Snohomish
Snohomish County Fire District #15
7812
Waterworks
Rd.
Brad Lutthans
Marysville
WA
98271
360-659-2416
Snohomish
360-653-7387
Snohomish County Fire District #27
100-F
Saratoga Dr.,
Hat Isl.
P. O. Box 1846
Allen Kosko
Everett
WA
98206-
1846
360-444-6886
Snohomish
St Helens Fire Department
270
Columbiaa
Blvd.
George Dunkel
St. Helens
OR
97051
503-397-2990
503-397-2990
Columbia
503-397-3198
Stanwood Volunteer Fire Department
10220 270th
Street NW
Scott Koehler
Stanwood
WA
98292
360-629-2184
Snohomish
360-629-4192
Steilacoom Fire Department
601 Main
Street
Michael
Campbell
Steilacoom
WA
98388
253-581-0111
253-798-4721
253-581-0110
Pierce
253-581-2437
Tacoina Fire Department
901 S
Fawcett
Richard Moore
Tacoma
WA
98402-
5699
253-591-5733
253-591-5737
X5738
Pierce
253-591-5746
The Dalles Fire - See
Mid-Columbia Fire& Rescue
The Dalles
OR
Thurston County Fire District #13
3707
Steamboat
Loop Rd
NW
Louis Hayvaz
OlymDia'
WA
98502
360-866-9000
360-866-9000
Thurston
360-866-6927
Thurston County Fire District #3
5608 Pacific
Ave. SE
P. O. Box 3366
James Broman
Lacey
WA
98509
360-491-2803
360-491-2410
Thurston
360-491-2806
Thurston County Fire District #7
5046 Boston
Harbor Rd.
Ray Harry
Olympia
WA
98506
360-705-0234
Thurston
360-705-0208
Thurston County Fire District #8
3349 South
Bay RdNE
Brian Van
Camp
Olympia
WA
98506
360-491-5320
360-491-5320
Thurston
360-438-0523
Thurston County Fire District #9
4131 Mud
Bay Rd SW
Michael Peters
Olympia
WA
98502
360-866-1000 X3
Disp-360-786-5603
360-866-1000
Thurston
360-867-0508
Tukwila Fire Department
444 Andover
ParkE
Thomas Kccfe
Tukwila
WA
98188
206-575-4404
206-575-4407
206-575-4404
King
206-575-4439
Umatilla Fire Department
921 6th St.
P. O. Box 456
Mike Roxbury
Umatilla
OR
97882
541-922-3718
541-922-3718
Umatilla
541-922-3914
Vancouver Fire Department
7110 NE
63rd St.
Dan Fraijo
Vancouver
WA
98661
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
Clark
360-892-4801
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Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Walla Walla Fire Department
200 S. 12 th
St.
Walla Walla
WA
99362
509-527-4429
Walla Walla
Warrenlon Fire Department
35 SW 2nd
St.
P. O. Box 250
Ted Ames
Warrenton
OR
97146
503-861-2494
503-861-2494
Clatsop
503-861-2351
West port Fire Department
170 W.
Spokane
P. O. Box 728
Bill Crowell
Westport
WA
98595
360-268-9235
360-268-9235
Grays Harbor
360-268-1880
Whatcom County Fire District #1 1
3809 Legoe
Bay Road
P. O. Box 130
Capt.Rupe
Lummi
Island
WA
98262
360-758-2411
Car 1101
Car 1102
360-758-2411
Whatcom
360-758-2041
Whatcom County Fire District #13
dwc@pacificnm.net
4581 Birch
Bay Lynden
Road
David England
Blaine
WA
98230
360-371-2533
360-371-2533
Whatcom
360-371-7001
Whatcom County Fire District #17
wefd 17@az.com
4332 Sucia
Drive
Jim Petrie
Fern dale
WA
98248
360-384-1480
360-384-6101
360-384-1480
Staation #11;
360-384-2619
Station #2
Whatcom
Whatcom County Fire District #5
dgag@whidbey.com
2030 Benson
Road, Suite
A
Scott Chehawk
Point
Roberts
WA
98281
360-945-3473
360-945-3473
Whatcom
360-945-2526
Whatcom County Fire District #6
686
Chuckanut
Drive
P. O. Box 5423
Ray Chenvert
Bellingham
WA
98227-
5423
360-671-1749
360-671-1749
Whatcom
360-671-
Whatcom County Fire District #7
wcfd@aol.com
2020
Washington
St
P. O. Box 1599
Gary Russell
Femdale
WA
98248-
1599
360-384-0303
360-384-0303
Whatcom
360-384-4509
Whatcom County Fire District #8
2913
Bennett
Drive
Gary Crawford
Bellingham
WA
98225
360-733-6612
360-733-6612
Whatcom
360-733-1803
FISHERIES
?
Aleutian Spray Fisheries
4039 21st
Avenue W
Suite 401
Seattle
WA
98199
King
Arctic Alaska Fish Corporation
Fisherman's
Terminal
P. O. Box
79021
Seattle
WA
98119
206-298-4099
King
206-443-3839
Arctic King Fisheries
1216 Pine
Street #200
Seattle
WA
98I0I
King
Anca Fishing Company
4215 23rd
Avenue W.
Seattle
WA
98199
King
Birting Fisheries Inc
121 5th
Avenue N
Suite 302
Edmonds
WA
98020
Snohomish
Buhlow Fisheries Inc.
7212 34th
NW
Seattle
WA
98117
King
5-59
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Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Deep Sea Fisheries Inc
5305
Shilshole
Avenue
N.W.
Suite 200
Seattle
WA
98107
King
Deep Sea Fisheries Inc
5305
Shilshole
Avenue NW
Seattle
WA
98107
King
Glacier Fish Company Ltd
4601 11th
Avenue NW
Seattle
WA
98107
King
Golden Age Fisheries
111 Queen
Anne
Avenue N.
Suite 201
Seattle
WA
98109
King
Golden Alaska Seafoods Inc
2001
Western
Avenue
Suite 400
Seattle
WA
98121
King
Golden H. Fisheries
111 Queen
Ann Avenue
N.
Suite 201
Seattle
WA
98109
King
Karluk Fisheries Inc
2442 NW
Market
Room # 397
Seattle
WA
98107
King
Lafayette Fisheries
4259 22nd
Avenue W.
Seattle
WA
98199
King
Lumnu Nation/Fisheries Department
2616 Kwina
Road
Bellingham
WA
98226
206-647-6230
Whatcom
206-384-4737
i
National Marine Fisheries Service
7600 Sand
Point Way
NE
Seattle
WA
98115
King
New Day Fisheries
4210 NE
Parish Lane
Poulsbo
WA
98370
Kitsap
New ERA Fisheries
F/V Aleutian
No. 1
10221
Belgrove Court
NW
Seattle
WA
98177
King
New West Fisheries Inc
601 W.
Chestnut
Street
Bellingham
WA
98225
Whatcom
North Pacific Fishing Inc.
4039 21st
Avenue W
Suite 201
Seattle
WA
98199
King
NorthWest Indian Fisheries Commission
6730 Martin
Way East
Olympia
WA
98506
Thurston
Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission
P.O. Box
1029
Forks
WA
98331
206-374-5501
Clallam
206-374-5592
Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission
6730 Martin
Way E
Olympia
WA
98506
206-438-1180
Thurston
206-753-8659
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Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Pacific Fishing
1515 NW
51 st Street
Seattle
WA
98107
King
Palisades Fisheries Inc
180
Nickerson
Suite 309
Seattle
WA
98109
King
Puget Sound Gillnetters
Fisherman's
Terminal
Seattle
WA
98119
King
Regal Fish LTD
4025 21
Avenue
West
Seattle
WA
98199
King
Royal Seafoods Inc
1226 16th
Avenue W
Seattle
WA
98119
King
Sea Frozen Fisheries Inc
7710-236
SW
Edmonds
WA
98020
Snohomish
Trident Seafoods Corporation
5303
Shilshole
Avenue NW
Seattle
WA
98107
King
Westward Trawlers Inc.
P O. Box
11721
Bainbridge
Island
WA
98110
Kitsap
Wizard Fisheries F/V North Wind Inc
4574 W
Cramer
Seattle
WA
98199
King
Wizard Fisheries F/V TRAVELER
106 NW Nye
Street
Newport
OR
97365
Lincoln
Wizard Fisheries F/V Wizard
7212 34th
NW
Seattle
WA
98117
King
LABORATORIES
<¦
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Analytical Resources Inc
333 Ninth
Avenue N
Seattle
WA
98109
206-621-6490
King
206-621-7523
Analytical Services Inc
12277 134th
Court NE
Redmond
WA
98052
206-820-4551
King
206-820-6337
Analytical Technologies Inc
560 Naches
Avenue SW
Suite 101
Renton
WA
98055
206-228-8335
King
206-228-8498
Baltelle NW
Sequim
WA
206-683-4151
Clallam
Bioined Research Laboratory
Seattle
WA
206-324-0380
King
Cascade Analytical Inc
3019 G.S
Center Road
Wenatchee
WA
98801
509-662-1888
Chelan
509-662-8183
Ecology & Environment Inc
Seattle
WA
206-624-9537
King
Federal Testing Laboratories
29-1/2
Dravus
Seattle
WA
98109
206-283-4202
206-283-4202
King
Friedman & Bruya Inc
Seattle
WA
206-285-8282
King
1
Lauck's Testing Laboratory
940 South
Harney
Seattle
WA
98108
206-767-5060
King
206-767-5063
5-61
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Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Northwest EnvironServices Inc
1700 Airport
Way South
PO Box 24443
Seattle
WA
98134
800-441-1090
206-622-1090
King
206-467-7358
911 Western
Seattle
WA
98104
206-622-8353
King
Olympic Scientific Inc
911 Western
Avenue
Suite 422
Seattle
WA
98104
206-623-5998
King
206-623-8268
Pacific Northwest Laboratories
P.O. Box
999
Richland
WA
99352
509-375-2121
Benton
509-376-3876
Pacific Testing Laboratories
20 17th
Avenue W
Seattle
WA
98119
206-282-0666
King
Science Applications International Corp
Seattle
WA
206-485-5800
King
Sound Analytical Services Inc
4813 Pacific
Highway
East
Tacoma
WA
98424
206-922-2310
Pierce
206-922-5047
Sound Testing
4608 36th
Avenue SW
Seattle
WA
98126
206-932-0206
King
MEDIA-MAGAZINE
k
48 North
6327
Seaview
Avenue NW
Seattle
WA
98107
206-789-7350
King
206-789-6392
Alaska Fisherman's Journal
Waterfront
Press Co.
1115 NW 46th
Street
Seattle
WA
98107
206-789-6506
King
206-789-9193
Atlantic Salmon Journal
1435 Suite
Alexandre
Suite 1030
Montreal _
Awi
PQ
H3A
2G4
514-842-8059
Manne Digest and Transportation News
1201 First
Avenue S
Suite 305
P.O. Box 3905
Seattle
WA
98124
206-682-3607
King
Marine Response Bulletin
1202 First
Avenue S
Suite 305
P.O. Box 3905
Seattle
WA
98124
206-682-3607
King
MEDIA-NEWSPRINT - DAILY
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I
Albany Democrat Herald
138 Sixth
Avenue SW
P.O. Box 130
Albany
OR
97321
503-926-2211
503-926-5298
Bellevue Journal American
P.O. Box
90130
Bellevue
WA
98009
206-453-4252
King
206-635-0603
Bellingham Herald
P.O. Box
1277
Bellingham
WA
98227
206-676-7113
206-676-2620
Whatcom
206-676-7113
Bremerton Sun
P.O. Box
259
Bremerton
WA
98301
206-377-3711
Kitsap
206-377-9237
Business Journal
Portland
OR
503-274-8733
Multnomah
Columbia Basin Herald
P.O. Box
910
Moses Lake
WA
98837
509-765-4561
Grant
Columbia Press
Astoria
OR
503-861-3331
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Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Daypbone
County
FAX
Columbian
Vancouver
WA
206-694-3391
Clark
Daily Astorian
P.O. Box
210
Astoria
OR
97103
503-325-3211
Clatsop
503-325-6573
Daily Chronicle
Centralia
WA
206-736-3311
Lewis
Daily Index
P.O. Box
1303
Tacoma
WA
98401
206-627-4853
Pierce
206-627-2253
Daily Journal- American
P.O. Box
90130
Bellevue
WA
98401
206-455-2222
King
Daily Journal of Commerce
Portland
OR
503-226-1311
Multnomah
Daily Journal of Commerce
83 Columbia
Seattle
WA
206-622-8272
King
Daily News
South 107
Grand
Pullman
WA
99163
509-334-6397
Whitman
Daily News
Longview
WA
206-577-2500
Cowlitz
Daily Record
P.O. Box
248
Ellensburg
WA
98926
509-925-1414
Daily Shipping News
Portland
OR
503-255-2142
Daily Sun- World
P.O. Box
878
Sunnyside
WA
98944
206-837-4500
Daily World
315 South
Michigan
Aberdeen
WA
98520
206-532-4000
Grays Harbor
206-532-8378
East Oregonian
P O. Box
1089
Pendleton
OR
97801
503-276-2211
503-276-8314
Grants Pass Daily Courier
P.O. Box
1468
Grants Pass
OR
97526
503-474-3716
503-474-3814
Great Falls Tribune
P.O. Box
5468
Great Falls
MT
59403
406-761-6666
406-791-1431
Idaho Statesman
P.O. Box 40
Boise
ID
83707
208-377-6400
208-377-6449
Inter Lake
P.O. Box 8
Kalispell
MT
59903
406-755-7000
406-752-6114
Lynden Tribune
Lynden
WA
206-354-4444
Whatcom
206-734-3709
Missoulian
P.O. Box
8029
Missoula
MT
59807
406-721-5200
406-523-5221
Montana Standard
P.O. Box
627
Butte
MT
59703
800-877-1074
406-782-8301
406-496-5551
Monng News Tribune
32050 23rd
Avenue S
Federal Way
WA
206-941-9700
Pierce
Peninsula Daily News
P.O. Box
1330
Port Angeles
WA
98362
206-452-2345
Clallam
206-452-7032
Renton Record- Chronicle
P.O. Box
130
Kent
WA
98035
206-873-6600
King
206-854-1006
Seattle P.I City Desk
101 Elliott
Avenue W
P.O. Box 1909
Seattle
WA
98111
206-448-8303
King
206-448-8166
Seattle P 1. City Desk
John Hahn
206-448-8317
206-448-8174 !
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City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Seattle Times
P.O. Box 70
Seattle
WA
98111
206-464-2204
King
206-464-2261
Spokane Chronicle
P.O. Box
2160
Spokane
WA
99210
509-459-5430
Spokane
206-459-5482
Statesman Journal
P.O. Box
13009
Salem
OR
97309
503-399-6611
503-399-6706
Tacoma News Review
P.O. Box
11000
Tacoma
WA
98411
206-597-8686
Pierce
206-597-8764
The Billings Gazelle
P.O. Box
36300
Billings
MT
59107
406-657-1241
406-657-1345
The Bulletin
1526 NW
Hill Street
Bend
OR
97701
503-382-1811
503-385-5802
The Columbian
P.O. Box
180
Vancouver
WA
98666
206-694-3391
The Corvallis Gazelle
600 SW
Jefferson
P.O. Box 368
Corvallis
OR
97339
503-753-2641
503-758-9505
The Daily Astorian
Astoria
OR
503-325-3211
The Daily Bee
P.O. Box
159
Sandpoint
ID
83864
208-263-9534
208-263-9091
The Daily News
P.O. Box
189
Longview
WA
98632
206-577-2550
206-577-2538
The Daily World
Grays
Harbor
WA
206-532-4000
The Herald '
P.O. Box
930
Everett
WA
98206
206-339-3400
Snohomish
206-339-3464
The Herald & News
P.O. Box
788
Klamath
Falls
OR
97601
503-885-4410
503-883-4007
The Independent Record
P.O. Box
4249
Helena
MT
59604
406-447-4071
406-447-4052
The Mail Tribune
P.O. Box
1108
Med ford
OR
97501
503-776-4411
503-776-4376
The Montesano Vidette
Grays
Harbor
WA
206-249-3311
The News
P.O. Box
1330
Port Angeles
WA
98362
206-452-2345
Clallam
206-452-7032
The News Review
P.O. Box
1248
Roseburg
OR
97470
503-672-3321
503-673-5994
The Ocean Observer
Grays
Harbor
WA
206-289-4576
The Oregonian
1320 SW
Broadway
Portland
OR
97201
503-221-8195
Multnomah
503-227-5306
The Post-Register
P.O. Box
1800
Idaho Falls
ID
83401
208-522-1800
208-529-3142
Change 4
November 1, 1
5-64
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North—st Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
The Register-Guard
P.O. Box
10188
Eugene
OR
97440
503-485-1234
503-683-7631
The Tribune
505 C Street
Lewiston
ID
83501
208-743-9411
208-746-7341
The World
P.O. Box
1840
Coos Bay
OR
97420
503-269-1222
503-267-0294
Tn City Herald
P 0. Box
2608
Kennewick
WA
99302
509-582-1500
Valley Daily News
P.O. Box
130
Kent
WA
98035
206-872-6600
King
206-854-1006
Vancouver Columbia
Portland
OR
503-224-0654
Wenalchee World
P O. Box
1511
Wenatchee
WA
98801
509-663-5161
509-662-5413
Western Front
Bellingham
WA
206-676-3160
Whatcom
Yakima Herald- Republic
P.O. Box
9668
Yakima
WA
98909
509-248-1251
509-453-7995
MEDIA-NEWSPRINT - WEEKLY
*
5
Adams County Journal- Thursdays
P.O. Box
288
Ritzville
WA
99169
509-659-1020
Advocate- Thursdays
P.O. Box
327
Sprague
WA
99032
509-257-2311
Anacortes American- Wednesdays
P.O. Box 39
Anacortes
WA
98221
206-293-3122
Skagit
206-293-5000
Buinbndge Review- Wednesdays
P O. Box
10817
Bainbridge
Island
WA
98110
206-842-6613
King
206-842-5867
Ballard News Tribune- Wednesdays
2208 Market
Street NW
Seattle
WA
98107
206-783-1244
King
206-789-2455
Beacon Hill News- Wednesdays
4730 32nd
Avenue
South
Seattle
WA
98118
206-723-1300
King
206-723-9151
Camas-Washougal Post-Recorder- Tuesdays
P.O. Box
1013
Camas
WA
98607
206-892-2000
206-834-3423
Capital Hill Times- Wednesdays
2314 Third
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98121
206-461-1300
King
206-461-1318
Channel Town Press
P.O. Box
575
La Conner
WA
98257
206-466-3315
Chronicle
P.O. Box 6
Dayton
WA
98328
509-382-2221
City Herald
1320 South
324th Street
Suite 108
Federal Way
WA
98003
206-839-7478
King
206-927-1140
County Chronicle
P.O. Box
1115
Port Angeles
WA
98362
206-452-8444
Clallam
206-683-6670
Courier
14941 NE
95th
Redmond t
WA
98052
206-883-7187
King
206-881-9567
5-65
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plpn
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Courier Herald- Thursdays
P.O. Box
157
Enumclaw
WA
98022
206-825-2555
King
206-825-1092
Cowlitz. County Advocate
P.O. Box
368
Castle Rock
WA
98611
206-274-6663
Deer Park Tribune- Thursdays
P.O. Box
400
Deer Park
WA
99006
509-276-5043
Desert Press
P.O. Box
1782
Matawa
WA
99344
509-932-4779
Douglas County Empire-Press- Thursdays
P.O. Box
430
Waterville
WA
98858
509-745-8782
Eastside Review
14941 NE
95th
Redmond
WA
98052
206-861-4660
King
206-881-9567
East Washinglonian
P.O. Box 70
Pomeroy
WA
99347
509-843-1313
Echo- Wednesdays
P.O. Box 39
Leavenworth
WA
98826
509-548-5286
Enterprise- Wednesdays
P.O.Box 977
Lynnwood
WA
98046
206-775-7521
Snohomish
206-774-8622
Enterprise- Thursdays
P.O. Box
218
White
Salmon
WA
98673
509-493-2112
Forks Forum Peninsula Herald- Wednesdays
P.O. Box
300
Forks
WA
98331
206-374-2281
Clallam
206-374-5739
Fort Lewis Ranger- Thursdays
P.O. Box
98801
Tacoma
WA
98498
206-584-1212
Pierce
206-581-5962
Franklin County Graphic
P.O. Box
160
Connell
WA
99326
509-234-3181
Free Press- Thursdays
P.O. Box
218
Cheney
WA
99004
509-235-6184
Gazette- Thursdays
P.O. Box
770
Colfax
WA
99111
509-397-4333
Globe
P.O. Box
145
Marysville
WA
98270
206-659-1300
Snohomish
206-658-0350
Grant County Journal- Mondays & Thursdays
P.O. Box
988
Ephrata
WA
98823
509-754-4636
Grays Harbor Beacon- Wednesdays
P.O Box
1207
Ocean
Shores
WA
98569
206-289-3359
Herald- Wednesdays
107 Division
Grandview
WA
98930
509-882-3712
Highline Times
P.O. Box
518
Burien
WA
98166
206-242-0100
King
206-241-2718
Independent- Wednesdays
P.O. Box 5
Chewelah
WA
99109
509-935-8422
Independent- Wednesdays
P.O. Box D
Tenino
WA
98589
206-264-2500
Independent- Wednesdays
P.O. Box 67
Wapato
WA
98951
509-877-3322
Journal
7676 196th
SW
Lynnwood
WA
98036
206-775-2400
Snohomish
206-670-0511
Change 4
November 1, 1 "°8
5-66
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North ot Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
I
Journal
P.O. Drawer
M
Morton
WA
98356
509-496-5993
Journal of (he San Juan Island- Wednesdays
P.O. Box
519
Friday
Harbor
WA
98250
206-378-4191
San Juan
206-378-4103
Kcnmore/Northlake News- Tuesdays
P.O. Box
587
Woodinville
WA
98072
206-483-0606
King
206-486-7593
Kitsap County Herald- Wednesdays
P.O. Box
278
Poulsbo
WA
98370
206-779-4464
Kitsap
206-682-1107
Lake Chelan Mirror- Wednesdays
P.O. Box
249
Chelan
WA
98816
509-682-2213
Lewis County News
P.O. Box 10
Winlock
WA
98596
509-785-3151
Lewistown News-Argus- Sundays & Wednesdays
P.O. Box
900
Lewistown
MT
59457
406-538-3401
406-538-2185
Madison Park Times
2314 Third
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98121
206-461-1300
King
206-461-1340
Magnolia News- Wednesdays
225 West
Galer
Seatle
WA
98199
206-282-0900
King
206-285-1085
Masonic Tribune
225 West
Galer Street
Seattle
WA
98199
206-285-1505
King
206-283-1816
Medium
2600 South
Jackson
Seattle
WA
98122
206-323-3070
King
206-322-6518
Mercer Islander
P.O. Box
1358
Mercer
Island
WA
98040
206-232-5840
Methow Valley News- Thursdays
P.O. Box 97
Twisp
WA
98856
509-997-7011
Monitor/Valley News- Wednesdays
P.O. Box
399
Monroe
WA
98272
206-794-7116
206-794-6202
Navy News
P.O. Box
259
Bremerton
WA
98310
206-373-7841
206-682-3378
Newport News Times- Wednesdays
P O. Box
965
Newport
OR
97365
503-265-8571
503-265-3103 |
j
News
1634 South
312th
Federal Way
WA
98003
206-869-0700
King
206-941-2641
News-Miner
P.O. Box
438
Republic
WA
99466
509-775-3558
News-Standard- Thursdays
P.O. Box
488
Coulee
WA
99115
509-632-5402
News Tribune- Wednesdays
P.O. Box
499
Snohomish
WA
98290
206-568-4121
Snohomish
206-568-0835
Nisqually Valley News- Thursdays
P.O. Box
597
Yelm
WA
98697
206-458-2681
North Beach Beacon- Wednesdays
P.O. Box
1207
Ocean
Shores.
WA
98569
206-289-3359
206-289-4219
5-67
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
North Bend Valley Record
P.O. Box
300
Snoqualmie
WA
98065
206-888-2311
206-888-2427
North-Central Outlook- Wednesdays
2314 Thrid
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98121
206-
North Coast News
P.O. Box
272
Ocean
Shores
WA
98569
206-289-2441
Northern Kittitas County Tribune
P.O. Box
308
Cle Elum
WA
98922
509-674-2511
Northshore Citizen- Wednesdays
P.O Box 647
Bothell
WA
98041
206-486-1231
King
206-483-3286
North Snohomish Weekly
P.O. Box
3187
Arlington
WA
98223
206-653-8000
Northwest Guardian
P.O. Box
99867
Tacoma
WA
98499
206-584-5818
Pierce
206-584-6098
Oak Harbor NAS Whidbcy Crosswind- Fridays
P.O. Box 10
Oak Harbor
WA
98277
206-675-6611
Okanogan County Chronicle- Wednesdays
P.O. Box
553
Omak
WA
98841
509-826-1110
Okanogan County Gazette-Tribune
P.O. Box
250
Oroville
WA
98844
509-476-3602
Olympian
P.O. Box
407
Olympia
WA
98507
206-754-5400
Thurston
206-357-0202
Opt must
111 West
Naches Ave
Selah
WA
98942
509-697-8505
Outlook- Wednesdays
P.O. Box O
Othello /***¦
WA
99344
509-488-3342
Peninsula Gateway- Wednesdays
P.O. Box
407
Gig Haifoor '
WA
98335
206-851-9921
206-851 -3939
Pierce County Herald- Tuesdays & Saturdays
P.O. Box
517
Puyallup
WA
98371
206-841-2481
206-840-8231
Port Orchard Independent
P.O. Box 27
Port Orchard
WA
98366
206-876-4414
206-292-9521
Port Townsend Leader- Wednesdays
P O. Box
522
Port
Townsend
WA
98368
206-385-2900
206-385-3422
Press- Wednesdays
P.O. Box
1328
Issaquah
WA
98027
206-392-6434
Quad City Herald
P.O. Box 37
Brewster
WA
98812
509-689-2507
Queen Anne News- Wednesdays
225 West
Galer
Seattle
WA
98199
206-
Record- Thursdays
P.O. Box
458
Odessa
WA
99159
509-982-2632
Record-Journal- Wednesdays
P.O. Box
750
Prosser
WA
98350
509-786-1711
Reflector- Wednesdays
P.O. Box
2020
Battle
Ground
WA
98604
206-687-5151
Change 4
November I, 'S
5-68
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NortL A Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Register- Thursdays
P 0. Box
186
Wilbur
WA
99185
509-647-5551
Reporter- Wednesdays
7845 SE
30lh
Mercer
Island
WA
98040
206-232-1215
King
206-232-1284
Review
P 0. Box
511
Sunnyside
WA
98948
509-865-4055
Royal Review
P.O. Box
219
Royal City
WA
99357
509-346-9723
Sainmamish Valley News- Wednesdays
14941 95th
Redmond
WA
98052
206-883-7187
King
206-881-9567
Seattle Medium & Tacoma True Citizen- Fri
2600 South
Jackson
Seattle
WA
98144
206-323-3070
King
Seattle Weekly- Wednesdays
1931 Second
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98101
206-441-5555
King
206-441-6213
Sentinel- Thursdays
117 West
Main
Golden dale
WA
98620
509-773-3777
Sequim Gazette
P.O. Box
1750
Sequim
WA
98382
206-683-7238
Sequim Sun
P.O. Box
2049
Sequim
WA
98382
206-683-3311
206-683-6670
Shelton-Mason County Journal & Belfair Herald
P.O. Box
430
Shelton
WA
98584
509-426-4412
Siuslaw News- Wednesdays
P.O. Box 10
Florence
OR
97439
503-997-3441
503-997-7979
Silverdale Community Style
P.O. Box
2588
Bremerton
WA
98310
206-373-7969
Kitsap
206-682-3378
Skagit Argus- Tuesdays
P.O. Box
739
Mount
Vernon
WA
98273
206-336-6555
Skagit
Skagit Valley Herald
P.O. Box
578
Moutn
Vernon
WA
98273
206-424-3251
Skagit
Skamania County Pioneer
P.O. Box
219
Stevenson
WA
98648
509-427-8444
South District Journal- Wednesdays
4730 32nd
Avenue
South
Seattle
WA
98118
206-
South Pierce County Dispatch
P.O. Box
248
Eatonville
WA
98328
206-832-4411
Pierce
206-832-6606
DISPATCH
South Whidbey Record- Tuesdays
P.O. Box
387
Langley
WA
9826
206-321-5300
206-321-6474
Spokesman- Review
P.O. Box
2160
Spokane
WA
99210
509-459-5000
Spokane
I
Standard-Register- Fridays
P.O. Box
988
Tekoa
WA
99033
509-284-5782
5-69
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-bour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Stanwood/Camano News- Wednesdays
P O. Box
999
Stanwood
WA
98292
206-629-2155
Statesman-Examiner- Wednesdays
220 South
Main Street
Colville
WA
99114
509-684-4567
509-684-3849
The Banner
P.O. Boxx
1712
Blaine
WA
98230
206-332-6397
The Citizen Newspapers- Wednesdays
P.O. box 706
Bothell
WA
98041
206-486-1231
King
206-483-3286
The Chronicle
321 North
Pearl
Centralis
WA
98531
206-736-3311
The Daily of the University of Washington
144
Communicat
ions
DS-20
Seattle
WA
98195
206-543-7666
King
206-543-2345
The Facts
1019 South
12th
Tacoma
WA
98405
206-627-5862
The Impact
910 Sleater-
Kinney Rd
Lacey
WA
98503
206-352-0326
The Islands Sounder- Wednesdays
P.O. Box
758
Eastsound
WA
98245
206-376-4500
206-376-4501
The Lakewood Journal
9105
Bridgeport
Way SW
Tacoma
WA
98499
206-584-8080
Pierce
206-584-6098
The Lewis River News & Kalama Bulletin- Wed
P.O. Box 39
Woodland
WA
98674
206-225-8287
The Rainier Independent
22802
Meridian
East
Graham
WA
98338
206-847-4322
The Skagit River Post/ Courier-Times
P.O. Box 32
Sedro
Woolley
WA
98284
206-855-1641
The Star- Thursdays
P.O. Box
150
Grand
Coulee
WA
99133
509-633-1350
The Times- Thursdays
P.O. Box 97
Waitsburg
WA
99361
509-337-6631
Times
P.O. Box 67
Arlington
WA
98223
206-435-5757
Times
P.O. Box 66
Davenport
WA
99122
509-725-0101
Tribune
P.O. Box
153
Lynden
WA
98264
206-354-4444
University Herald- Wednesdays
2314 Third
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98121
206-461-1300
King
206-461-1318
Valley Post-Register- Thursdays
P.O. Box
217
Quincy
WA
98848
509-787-4511
Valley Record- Wednesdays
P.O. Box N
Cashmere
WA
98815
509-782-3781
Valley Reporter
P.O. Box
1954
Snoqualmie
WA
98065
206-888-9435
206-888-9439
Change 4
NnvpmK^r I
5-70
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Norti.^st Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Valley Times- Thursdays
P 0. Box
370
Beaverton
OR
97095
503-684-0360
503-620-3433
Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber- Thurs
P.O. Box
447
Vashon
WA
98070
206-463-9195
King
206-463-2916
Voice of the Valley
23207
Lower Dorre
Don Way SE
Maple
Valley
WA
98038
206-432-9696
206-432-0701
Wahkiakum County Eagle
P.O. Box
368
Cathlamet
WA
98612
206-795-3391
Walla Walla Union Bulletin
P.O Box
1358
Walla Walla
WA
99362
509-525-3300
509-525-1232
Wednesday Magazine
P O Box
874
Poulsbo
WA
98370
206-697-2225
West Seattle Herald- Wednesdays
3500 SW
Alaska
Seattle
WA
98126
206-932-0300
King
206-937-1223
Westsidc Record Journal
P.O. Box 38
Fern dale
WA
98248
206-384-1411
Whatcom
206-671-9083
Whidbey News Times- Wednesdays
PO. Box 10
Oak Harbor
WA
98277
206-675-6611
206-679-2695
Willamette Week- Wednesdays
2NW
Second
Avenue
Portland
OR
97209
503-243-2122
Multnomah
503-243-1115
Willapa Harbor Herald- Wednesdays
P.O. Box
706
Raymond
WA
98577
206-942-3466
Woodinville Weekly- Tuesdays
P.O. Box
587
Woodinville
WA
98072
206-483-0606
King
206-486-7593
MEDIA-NEWSPRINT:
BIMONTHLY
International Examiner
622 South
Washington
Seattle
WA
98104
206-624-3925
King
206-624-3046
Oregon Historical Quarterly
1230 SW
Park Avenue
Portland
OR
97205
503-222-1741
503-221-2035
Oregon Magazine
421 SW
Fifth
Suite 520
Portland
OR
97204
503-274-4393
Multnomah
503-222-1154
The Scanner
2800 First
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98121
206-441-7102
MEDIA-RADIO
Bellingham
WA
206-371-5550
206-734-4221
Whatcom
206-371-5500
KALE (Pasco)
Pasco
509-586-2151
KARR- AM 1460
Kirkland
WA
206-827-1460
King
KAST
Astoria
OR
503-325-2911
503-325-5570
KAYO
Grays
Harbor
WA
206-532-1450
5-71
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
KBAM
Longview
WA
206-423-1210
KBBR
Coos Bay
OR
503-756-5108
KBFW
Bellingham
WA
Use Fax #
206-734-8555
Whatcom
206-734-8557
KBl.E- AM 1050
114
Lakeside
Seattle
WA
206-324-2000
King
KBLV- AM 1540
14400 Bel-
Red Road
Suite 106
Seattle
WA
206-957-1540
King
KBOO
Portland
OR
503-223-1155
or 231-8032
KBPS
Portland
OR
503-280-5828
KDUX/KKRO
Grays
Harbor
WA
206-533-1320
KEDO/KLYK
Longview
WA
206-425-1500
KEX
Portland
OR
503-225-1190
KEZX- AM 1150
Seattle
WA
206-441-6323
King
KGAL
Newport
OR
503-926-8683
KGHO
Grays
Harbor
WA
206-532- 1200
KGM1 / K1SM
Bellingham
WA
206-733-4564
206-734-9790
Whatcom
206-733-4551
KGON
Portland
OR
503-223-1441
KGW
Portland
OR
503-226-5095
KHSN
Coos Bay '
OR
503-267-2121
KING- AM 1090
333 Dexter
North
Seattle
WA
98109
206-443-0171
King
206-448-0928
KINK
Portland
OR
503-226-5168
KIOK (Pasco)
Pasco
509-586-2151
KIRO- AM 710
2807 Third
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98121
206-728-9637
King
206-441-4180
KJR- AM 95
190 Queen
Anne
Avenue
North
P.O. Box 3726
Seattle
WA
98124
206-285-2295
King
206-286-2376
KKEY
Portland
OR
503-222-1150
KKSM
Portland
OR
503-226-9791
KLOC
Longview
WA
206-636-0110
KLYN
Bellingham
WA
206-384-5596
206-734-55%
Whatcom
206-734-5596
KM PS- FM 94 1
113 Dexter
Avenue N
Seattle
WA
98109
206-448-0902
King
206-448-4038
KNPT
Newport
OR
503-265-2266
KNTR
Bellingham
WA
206-734-1550
206-734-1550
Whatcom
206-384-5166
KOAP
Portland
OR
503-293-1905
KOLU (Pasco)
Pasco
509-547-2062
Change 4
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5-72
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Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
KOMO-AM 1000
100 Fourth
Avenue N
Seattle
WA
98109
206-443-4101
King
206-443-3422
KONA (Pasco)
Pasco
509-547-1618
KORD (Richland)
Richland
509-547-9791
KOTY (Kennewick)
Kennewick
509-586-4165
KPDQ
Portland
OR
503-231-7800
KPLU- FM 88
603 Stewert
Seattle
WA
206-340-0230
King
KPUG/KAFE
Bellingham
WA
206-384-5784
206-734-1170
Whatcom
206-734-5697
KRDR
Portland
OR
503-667-1230
KSWB
Astoria
OR
503-738-5555
503-738-7479
K.TDO
Newport
OR
503-265-5000
KUFO/KEFI
Portland
OR
503-222-1841
KUGN
Newport
OR
503-485-5846
KUGS/KZAZ
Bellingham
WA
206-671-1912
206-671-1912
Whatcom
206-676-1435
KUOW- FM 94 9
University of
WA
Seattle
WA
206-543-2710
King
KUPL
Portland
OR
-
503-297-3311
KVAS
Astoria
OR
503-325-6222
503-325-6145
KWJJ
Portland
OR
503-228-4393
KWJJ
Portland
OR
503-228-4393
KXL
Portland
OR
503-231-0750
KXRX- FM 96 5
3131 Elliott
Seventh Floor
Seattle
WA
206-283-5979
King
KYNG
Coos Bay
OR
503-267-7055
KYTT
Coos Bay
OR
503-269-2022
MEDIA-TELEVISION
CNN- Northwest News Desk
9805 NE
116th Street
Suite 7113
Kirkland
WA
98034
206-821-6935
King
206-823-4907
ICAPP-TV ABC: Ch. 35
Yakima
WA
509-453-0351
Yakima
KATU-TV ABC. Ch. 2
P.O. Box 2
Portland
OR
97207
503-231-4260
Multnomah
503-231-4263
KATU-TV ABC Ch. 2
Cindy
Brown PA
Rep
Portland
OR
97207
503-231-3546
KCBY-TV
Coos Bay
OR
503-269-1111
KCPQ-TV Ind" Ch. 13
Tacoma
WA
206-582-8613
Pierce
KCTS-TV PBS- Ch. 9
Seattle
WA
206-728-6463
King
KCWT-TV Ind: Ch. 27
Wenalchee
WA
509-662-5298
Chelan
KEPR-TV (Pasco)
Pasco
WA
509-547-0547
KEPR-TV CBS Ch. 19
509-575-0029
KEZI-TV
P.O. Box
7009
Eugene
OR
97401
503-485-5778
503-485-5611
503-342-1568
5-73
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphooe
County
FAX
KGW-TV NBC Ch 8
1501 SW
Jefferson
Portland
OR
503-226-5000
Multnomah
503-226-5059
KGW-TV NBC Ch. 8
Heidi Berger
PA Rep
Portland
OR
97201
503-226-5184
KGW-TV NBC Ch 8
"Good
Evening"
Portland
OR
97201
503-220-3755
503-226-3195
KHQ-TV NBC Ch 6
Spokane
WA
509-448-6000
Spokane
KIMA-TV CBS. Ch 29
Yakima
WA
509-575-0029
Yakima
KING-TV NBC. Ch. 5
P.O. Box
24525
Seattle
WA
98019
206-448-3850
King
206-448-4525
KING-TV NBC Ch. 5
Evening
Magazine
Seattle
WA
98019
206-448-4575
K1RO-TV CBS. Ch 7
2807 Third
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98121
206-728-8307
King
206-441-4840
KMTR
3825
International
Court
Springfield
OR
97477
503-741-2097
503-747-0866
KNDO-TV NBC: Ch. 23
Yakima
WA
509-248-2300
Yakima
KNDU-TV (Kcnnewick)
Kennewick
WA
509-783-6151
KNDU-TV NBC Ch. 25
509-248-2300
KOIN-TV CBS- Ch 6
222 SW
Columbia
Portland
OR
503-464-0600
Multnomah
503-464-0806
KOIN-TV CBS Ch 6
Michael
Gottlieb PA
Rep
Portland
OR
503-464-0677
Multnomah
KOMO-TV ABC: Ch. 4
100 Fouth
Avenue N
Seattle
WA
98119
206-443-4145
King
206-443-3422
KOPB-TV PBS: Ch. 10
Portland
OR
503-244-9900
Multnomah
KPTV (Ch 12)
Portland
OR
503-222-9921
KPTV-TV Ind Ch. 12
Portland
OR
503-222-9921
Multnomah
KREM-TV CBS. Ch. 2
Spokane
WA
509-448-2000
Spokane
KSPS-TV PBS: Ch 7
Spokane
WA
509-353-3777
Spokane
KSTW-TV Ind Ch 11
P.O. Box
11411
Tacoma
WA
98411
206-572-5789
Pierce
206-272-0733
KTPS-TV PBS Ch. 28
206-596-1528
KTVR-TV OPB: Ch. 13
Portland
OR
503-244-9900
Multnomah
KVAL-TV
P.O. Box
1313
Eugene
OR
97440
503-342-4961
KVEW-TV (Pasco)
Pasco
WA
509-735-8369
KVEW-TV ABC- Ch 42
509-735-8369
KVOS-TV Ind: Ch 12
Bellingham
WA
206-671-1274
206-671 -1212
Whatcom
206-647-0824
KWSU-TV PBS. Ch 10
Pullman
WA
509-335-6588
Whitman
Change 4
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Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
KXLY-TV ABC: Ch. 4
Spokane
WA
509-328-9084
Spokane
KYVE-TV PBS. Ch. 47
Yakima
WA
509-452-4700
Yakima
Northland Cubic
725 East
First
Port Angeles
WA
98362
206-452-1257
Clallam
206-457-5401
MEDIA-WIRE SERVICE
1
Associated Press
Portland
OR
503-228-2169
Associated Press
P.O. Box
2144
Seattle
WA
98111
206-682-1812
King
206-621-1948
United Press International
101 Elliott
Avenue
West
Seattle
WA
98119
206-283-3262
King
206-283-0408
MEDICAL CENTERS
Airlift Northwest
6987
Perimeter
Road
Seattle
WA
98108
800-426-2430
206-329-2569
King
Auburn General Hospital
20 Second
Street NE
Auburn
WA
98002
206-833-7711
Pierce
Ballard Community Hospital
NW Market
and Barnes
Seattle
WA
98107
206-782-2700
King
Bremerton Naval Hospital
Bremerton
WA
206-476-6600
Kitsap
Capital Medical Center
3900 Capital
Mall Drive
SW
Olympia
WA
98502
206-754-5858
Thurston
Cascade Valley Hospital
330 S
Stillaguamis
h
Arlington
WA
98223
206-435-2133
Snohomish
Children's Hospital and Medical Center
4800 Sand
Point Way
NE
Seattle
WA
98105
206-526-2000
King
Dayton General Hospital
1012 S Third
Street
Dayton
WA
99328
509-382-2531
Columbia
Evergreen Hospital
12040 NE
128th Street
Kirkland
WA
98034
206-821-1111
King
Fifth Avenue Hospital
10560 Fifth
Avenue NE
Seattle
WA
98125
206-364-2050
King
Forks Community Hospital
Bogachiel
Way and
Fifth Avenue
SW
Forks
WA
98331
206-374-6271
Clallam
General Hospital Medical Center
14th and
Colby
Everett
WA
98206
206-258-6301
Snohomish
5-75
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphooe
County
FAX
Grays Harbor Community Hospital
915
Anderson
Drive
Aberdeen
WA
98520
206-532-8330
Grays Harbor
Group Health Central Hospital
201 16th
Avenue E
Seattle
WA
98112
206-326-3000
King
Group Health Easlside Hospital
2700 152nd
NE
Redmond
WA
98052
206-883-5151
King
Harborview Medical Center
325 Ninth
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98104
206-223-3074
King
PORT AUTHORITIES
Port of Anacortes
P.O. Box 297
Anacortes
WA
98221
206-293-3134
Port of Astoria
Director of
Ope rations
Astoria
OR
503-325-4521
Port of Bellingham
625
Cornwall
Ave.l
P.O. Box 1737
Bellingham
WA
98227
206-676-2500
Port of Bremerton
Director of
Operations
8850 SW State
Hwy 3
Port Orchard
WA
98366
206-674-2381
Port of Cascade Locks
Director of
Operations
P.O. Box 307
Cascade
Locks
OR
97014
Port of Edmonds
336 Admiral
Way
Edmonds
WA
98020
206-774-0549
Port of Everett
Director of
Operations
P.O. Box 538
Everett
WA
98206
206-259-3164
Port of Fraser
Director of
Operations
New
Westminister
BC
604-524-6655
Port of Grays Harbor
Director of
Operations
P.O. Box 660
Aberdeen
WA
98520
206-533-9528
Port of Portland
Director of
Operations
Portland
OR
503-231-5000
Port of Olympia
Manager
Marine
Terminals
P.O. Box 827
Olympia
WA
98507
206-586-6160
Washington Public Ports Association
P.O. Box 1518
Olympia
WA
98507
Port of Port Angeles
P.O. Box 1350
Port Angeles
WA
98362
206-457-8527
Port of Port Townsend
Director of
Operations
P.O. Box 1180
Port
Townsend
WA
98368
206-385-2355
Port of Seattle
Director of
Marine
Services
P.O. Box 1209
Seattle
WA
98121
206-728-3372
Port of Seattle
Director of
Operations
P.O. Box 1209
Seattle
WA
98121
206-728-3372
Change 4
November 1, 1
5-76
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North A Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Port of Seattle
Environment
al
Management
Specialist
P.O. Box 1209
Seattle
WA
98121
206-728-3372
Port of Tacoma
Director of
Environment
al Affairs
P.O. Box 1837
Tacoma
WA
98401
206-383-5841
(Ext 203)
Port of Tacoma
Director of
Operations
P.O. Box 1837
Tacoma
WA
98401
206-383-5841
(Ext 203)
Port of Vancouver
Vancouver
BC
206-666-3226
Port of Willapa Harbor
Director of
Operations
1725 Ocean
Avenue
Raymond
WA
98577
206-942-3422
PUBLIC WORKS
Whatcom County
Bill Englander
Bellingham
WA
(360)647-6357
SHIPBUILDING
Western Shipbuilding Asoc
P.O. Box
46409
Seattle
WA
98126
STATE GOVERNMENT
Update;
1
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation
Ldietnc@Environcon.State.Ak. US
410
Willoughby
Avenue
Michele
Brown,
Commissioner
Juneau
AK
99801
800-478-9300
907-465-5430
907-465-5262
California Environmental Protection Agency
555 Capitol
Mall, Suite
525
Val Siebal,
Ass't to
Secretary
Sacramento
CA
95814
916-445-3846
(916) 445-3846
916-445-6401
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
Coryw@Dhw.State.ID.US
Division of
Environment
al Quality
1410 N.
Hilton
Wallace Cory
Boise
ID
83706
208-334-5879
208-373-0417
Idaho Bureau of Disaster Services
4040 Guard
St, Bldg. 600
Robert
Baumgartner
Boise
ID
83705-
5004
208-334-4570
208-334-3460
Hazmat -3263
208-334-2322
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
Marsh.Langdon@Deq.State.OR.US
811 SW
Sixth
Avenue
Langdon
Marsh, Dir.
Portland
OR
97204-
1390
800-452-0311
503-229-5696
Multnomah
503-229-6124
Oregon Emergency Management
595 Cottage '
St. NE
Myra Lee, Dir.
Salem
OR
97310
503-378-6377
503-378-6377
Marion
503-588-1378
Pri. 154.280 (fire net)
Sec. 46.58
Sec. 155.805 (SAR)
Washington Sea Grant Program
SeaGrant@U.WA.Edu
3716
Brooklyn
Ave. NE
Eric Olson
360-650-1529
Seattle
WA
98105
206-543-6600
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Washington Stale Department of Agriculture
P. 0. Boi
42560
Jim Jesemig
Dir.
Olympia
WA
98504
None
360-902-1801
Thurston
360-902-2092
Washington State Department of Ecology
P.O. Box
47600
Mr. Butler
Olympia
WA
98504-
7600
360-407-6900
360-407-6900
Thurston
360-407-6900
Washington State Department of Ecology (Central)
15 W.
Yakima
Debbie Smith
Yakima
WA
98902-
3401
509-575-2490
509-575-2490
Yakima
509-575-2809
Washington State Department of Ecology (Eastern)
4601 N.
Monroe,
Suite 202
Jeff Dill
Spokane
WA
99205-
1295
509-456-2926
509-456-2926
Spokane
509-456-6170
Washington State Department of Ecology (NW
Region)
3190 160th
Ave. SE
Wayne Oda
Bellevue
WA
98008
425-649-7000
425-649-7000
King
425-649-7098
Washington State Emergency Management Divisiion
Mailroom@Gate.EMD.Wa.Gov
4220 E.
Martin Way
Duty Officer
Olympia
WA
98504
800-258-5990
800-258-5990
Thurston
360-438-7395
Pri. 45.480
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (Habitat
Program)
600 Capital
Weay N.
Karen
Terwilleger
Olympia
WA
98501
360-352-6735
206-515-3400
Thurston
360-902-2946
Washington State Femes (Colman Dock & Pier 52)
GreenP@WSDot.WA.Gov
801 Alaskan
Way, Pier 52
Paul Greenm,
Dir./CEO
Seattle
WA
98104
205-464-6400
206-515-3400
Hood Canal
Bridge-360-
437-2288
King
206-515-3404
Washington State Ferries
Bainbridgc Is. Terminal
Highway
305 - East
End
Zuarri or
Rosbach
Bainbridge
Island
WA
98110
206-464-7676
Kitsap
206-464-6260
Pn. Marine Ch. 79
(to vessel from terminal)
Washington State Fire Marshall
Gotto@WSP.WA.GOV
210 llU>
Ave. Gen.
Admin.
Bldg.
t. Otto
Olympia
WA
98501
360-705-0400
Ext 110
360-705-0400
Thurston
360-753-0395
Washington State Historical Preservation Office
DavidH@cted.WA.Gov
Ill 21 st
Ave. SW
David Hansen,
Ass't Dir.
Olympi
WA
98504
None
360-753-4011
Thurston
360-586-0250
Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
Gept235@LNT.WA.Gov
P. 0. Box
44610
John Geppert
Olympia
WA
98504-
4610
360-902-5431
360-902-5431
Thursston
360-902-5438
Washington State Maritime Commission
2701 First
Avenue
Suite 110
Roger Mowery
Seattle
WA
93121
206-448-7551
206-448-7551
King
206-443-3839
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
hup.//WWW. Wa.Dnr.Gov
1111
Washington
St.
P. O. Box
47037 Randy
Acker
Olympia
WA
98504-
7037
360-902-1000 800-
562-6010
360-902-1000
800-527-3305
Thurston
360-902-1757
360-902-1781 Fire
Dispatch
State DNR
Pri. 159.415 Rx
Pri. 151.295
Common DNR
Sec. 151.415 Rx
Sec. 151.415 Tx
Change 4
November 1, 1
5-78
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Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Daypbone
County
FAX
Washington Stale Office of Marine Safety (OMS)
SecWS Department of Spill Pevention, Preparedness &
Response
P.O. Box
47600
Olympia
WA
98504
Thurston
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
Cindyj@parks.WA.gov
7150
Cleanwater
Lane
P. O. Box
42650 Cleve
Pinnix
Olympia
WA
98504
360-902-8563
360-902-8500
Thurston
360-753-1594
Washington State Patrol, Dist. 2 Headquarters
2803 156th
Ave. SE
Timothy
Quenzer
Bellevue
WA
98007
425-649-4370 X
Communications
425-649-4650
King
360-438-7124
Washington State Department of Water & Land
Resources
700 5'h
Ave.
Nancy Hansen
Seattle
WA
98104-
5022
206-296-6519
206-296-6519
King
206-296-0192
Washington State Department of Social and Health
Services Sinipsje^wa.gov.dshs
14th &
Jefferson
P. O. Box
45821 Lyle
Quasim
Olympia
WA
98504-
5821
360-902-8331
360-902-8400
Thurston
360-902-7771
Washington State Department of Spill Prevention,
Preparedness & Response
300
Desmond
Dr.
P. O. Box
47600 Joe
Stohr
Olympia
WA
98504-
7600
360-407-7455
360-407-7455
Thurston
360-407-6042
Washington State Department of Transportation
310 Maple
Park SE
P. O. Box
47300 Sid
Morrison
Olympia
WA
98504
360-705-7000
360-705-7000
Thurston
360-705-6800
Washington Slate Department of Fish & Wildlife
WWW.wa.gov\wgfw
1111
Washington
St. SE
660 Capitol
Way N Larry
Peck
Olympia
WA
98501-
1091
360-902-2200
Thurston
360-902-2947
University of Washington Program on the
Environment Wallace@atmos.washthgton.edu,
Jpalka@u. washington.edu
211 A
Electrical
Engineering
Mail Stop
351720Mike
Wallace, John
Palka
Seattle
WA
98195-
1720
206-616-3310
King
206-221-5910
Washington National Guard Headquarters Public
Affairs Paowa@cpmurray.army.mil
Building 1
Lt. Col.
Michael
McCaffree
Camp
Murray
WA
98430
(Pager>253-512-
8481
253-512-8000
Pierce
253-512-8401
STATE POLICE
Update
Idaho State Police Dbunders@dle.state.id.us
2700 North
& South
Highways
Capt.
Bunderson
Lewiston
ID
83501
208-799-5150
Dispatch 208-799-
5144
208-799-5150
208-799-5146
Oregon State Police
3710
Portland Rd.
NE
Jerold Martin
Salem
OR
97301
503-378-2575
503-378-2575
Marion
503-585-6635
Washington State Patrol
District 2
2803 156th
Ave. SE
Timothy
Quenzer
Bellevue
WA
98007
425-649-4650
425-649-4650
King
425-649-4370
Washington State Patrol
District 8
4811 Werner
Rd.
Maurice C.
King
Bremerton
WA
98312-
3333
360-478-4646
360-478-4646
Kitsap
360-405-6666
5-79
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Washington Slate Patrol
District 7
2700 116th
St. NE
Helmet Steele
Marysville
WA
98271-
9425
425-339-1700
360-658-2588
425-339-1700
360-658-2588
425-455-7700
Snohomish
360-438-7129
Washington State Patrol
Administrative Headquarters
210 ll"1
NW
P. O. Box
26800
Olympia
WA
98504-
2600
360-753-6540
360-753-6540
Thurston
360-664-0663
Washington State Patrol
District 4
W. 6403
Rowand Rd.
Michael Dubee
Spokane
WA
99224-
5325
509-456-4101
509-456-4101
Spokane
360-438-7126
Washington State Pafrol District 1
2502 112^
St. E
John Batiste
Tacoma
WA
98445-
5104
253-536-6210
253-536-6210
Pierce
360-438-7123
Washington State Patrol
District 5
605 E.
Evergreen
Blvd.
Rick Phillips
Vancouver
WA
98661-
3812
360-696-6161
X-0
360-696-6161
Clark
360-992-4059
Washington State Patrol
District 6
2822 Euclid
Ave.
Thomas
Robbins
Wenatchee
WA
98801-
5916
509-663-9721
509-663-9721
Chelan
360-438-7128
Washington State Patrol
District 3
2715 Rudkin
Rd.
David Kamitz
Union Gap
WA
98903
509-575-2320
509-575-2320
Yakima
360-438-7125
TOWING COMPANIES
4
Brusco Tug & Barge Co
P.O. Box
1060
Longview
WA
98632
206-636-3341
Crowley Marine Services
2401 Fourth
Avenue
P.O. Box 2287
Seattle
WA
98111
206-443-7809
Duff Tugboat Company
4244 33rd
West
Seattle ^
WA
98199
206-284-1613
Foss Maritime
660 West
Ewing Street
Seattle
WA
98119
206-281-3800
Island Tug and Barge Co
14789
Sunrise
Drive NE
Bainbridge
Is
WA
98110
206-842-1585
Navy Supervisor of Salvage
Naval Sea
Systems
Operations/Oce
an
703-602-7527
Northwest Towboat Assoc
145 NW
85th Street
Suite 103
Seattle
WA
98117
Olympic Towing Company
P.O. Box
436
Olympia
WA
98507
206-357-4854
Olympic Tug & Barge
2536 Alki
Avenue SW
Suite 206
Seattle
WA
98116
206-937-8480
Sause Brothers Ocean Towing Company Inc.
155 E.
Market Ave
Coos Bay
OR
97420
503-269-5841
Sause Brothers Ocean Towing Company Inc.
700 N.E.
Multnomah
1480 Lloyd
Building
Portland
OR
97232
Sea Coast Towing Inc
P.O. Box
81161
Seattle
WA
98108
206-443-9418
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5-80
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Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Shiveley Tugboat Company
7190 Eagle
Harbor Dr
Bainbridge
Is
WA
98110
Western Towboat Company
617 NW
40th
Seattle
WA
98107
206-789-9000
Westminster Tug Boats
617-713
Columbia
Street
New
Westminster
BC
V3M1B
2
604-522-4604
TRIBAL GOVERNMENTS
Update
Confederated Tribes of Coos,
Lower Umpqua, and Suislaw
Indians
338 Wallace
Ave.
Coos Bay
OR
97420-
1570
541-888-9577
Coos
541-888-5388
Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community
of Oregon
9615 Grand
Ronde Road
Grande
Ronde
OR
97347-
0038
503-879-5211
Polk
503-879-5622
Coqille Indian Tribe
P.O Box 783
North Bend
OR
97459
541-756-0904
Coos
541-756-0847
Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians
2371 N.E.
Stephans St
Suite 100
Roseburg
OR
97470
541-672-9405
Douglas
541-673-0432
Siletz Tribal Council
P.O. Box 549
Siletz
OR
97380-
0549
541-444-2532
800-922-1399
Lincoln
541-444-2307
Confederated Tnbles of the Umatilla Indian
Reservation
P.O. Box 638
Pendleton
OR
97801-
0638
541-276-3165
Umatilla
541-276-3095
Bums Paiute Tribe
H.C. 71, 100
Pasigo St
Burns
OR
97720
541-573-2088
Harney
541-573-2323
Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs Reservation
P.O. Box C
Warm
Springs
OR
97761-
3001
541-553-1161 or
1171
541-553-1161
Jefferson
541-553-1924
Klammath General Council
P.O. Box 436
Chiloquin
OR
97624-
0436
541-783-2219
800-524-9787
Klammath
541-783-2029
Chehalis Business Council
420
Howanut
Drive
P. O. Box 536
Oakville
WA
98568
360-273-5911
Grays Harbor
360-273-5914
Colville Business Council
Mathew-Dick@MSN.COM
Tribal
Agency
P. O. Box 150
Nespelem
WA
99155
800-551-5800
509-634-4711
Okanogan
509-634-4116
Hoh Tribal Business Committee
2464 Lower
Hoh Road
Forks
WA
98331
360-374-9634
360-374-6582
Jefferson
360-374-6549
Jamestown S'Klallam Tribal Council
1033 Old
Blyn
Highway
Sequim
WA
98382
360-683-1109
Clallam
360-681-4643
Kalispel Business Committee
1981 N.
Lecerc Rd.
P. O. Box 39
Usk
WA
99180
509-445-1147
509-445-1147
Pend Oreille
509-445-1705
Lower Elwha Tribal Community Council
2851 Lower
Elwha Road
Port Angeles
WA
98363
360-452-8471
360-452-8471
Clallam
Lummi Indian Business Council
2616 Kwina
Road
Bellingham
WA
98226
360-384-1489
Whatcom
360-384-5521
5-81
Change 4
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Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Lummi Nation/Fisheries Department
2616 Kwina
Road
Bellingham
WA
98226
360-647-6230
Whatcom
360-384-4737
Makah Tnbe Council
Highway
112 West
P. O. Box 115
Neah Bay
WA
98357
360-645-2201
360-645-2201
Clallam
360-645-2863
Muckleshoot Indian Tribal Council
39015 172nd
SE
Auburn
WA
98092
206-939-3311
King
206-939-5311
Native American Spill & Environ Protection
7575 44th
Ave. SW
Seattle
WA
98136
206-938-3550
King
Nisqually Indian Community Council
4820 She-
Nah-Num
Drive SE
Olympia
WA
98513
253-456-5221
253-456-5221
Thurston
253-407-0125
Nooksack Indian Tribal Council
P.O. Box
157
Deming
WA
98244
360-676-2002
Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission
LALLEN@NWIFC.WA.GOV
6730 Martin
Way East
Olympia
WA
98516
360-438-1180
Thurston
360-753-8659
Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission
549 Tillicum
Lane
P. O. Box 1029
Forks
WA
98331
360-374-5501
360-374-5501
Clallam
206-374-5592
Olympic Peninsula Bureau of Indian Affairs
1216
Skyview Dr.
P. O. Box 48
Aberdeen
WA
98520
360-533-9100
Grays Harbor
360-533-9141
Point No Point Treaty Council
7999 NE
Salish Lane
Kingston
WA
98346
360-297-3422
360-297-3422
Kitsap
360-297-3413
Port Gamble Community Council
31912 Little
Boston Rd.
NE
Kingston «it*.
WA
98346
360-297-2646
360-297-2646
Kitsap
360-297-7097
Puyallup Tribal Council
2002 E. 28th
Street
Tacoma
WA
98404
253-597-6200
253-597-6200
Pierce
253-593-0197
Quileute Tribal Council
River &
Main
P. O. Box279
La Push
WA
98350
360-374-6163
Clallam
360-374-6311
Quinault Business Committee
1214 Aalis
Taholah
WA
98587
360-276-8211
Grays Harbor
360-276-4191
Sauk-Suiattle Tribal Council
RWILL@Sauk-Suiattle.Com
5318 Chief
Brown Lane
Darlington
WA
98241
360-436-1400
360-435-8300
360-436-0131
Skaagit
360-436-0242
Shoalwater Bay Tribal Council
2373 Old
Tokeland
Rd.
Tokeland
WA
98590
360-267-6766
360-267-6766
Pacific
360-267-6778
Skagit Systems Co-Op
P.O. Box
368
La Conner
WA
98257
360-466-3450
Skagit
Skokomish Tribal Council
North 80
Tribal Center
Road
Shelton
WA
98584
360-426-4232
360-426-4232
Mason
360-877-5943
Spokane Tribal Business Council
6208 Ford
Wellpinit
Rd.
P. O. Box 100
Wellpinit
WA
99040
509-258-4581
509-258-4581
Stevens
509-258-9243
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Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Squaxin Island Tribal Council
SE 70
Squaxin
Lane
Shelton
WA
98584
360-426-9781
360-426-9781
Mason
360-426-6577
Swinomish Ind.an Tribal Community
950
Moorage
Way
P. O. Box 817
LaConner
WA
98257
360-466-3163
360-466-3163
Skagit
360-466-5309
Stillaguamish Board of Directors
3439
Stoluckquam
ish Lane
P. O. Box 277
Arlington
WA
98223-
0277
360-652-7362
360-652-7362
Snohomish
360-435-7689
Suquamish Tribal Council
15838 Sandy
Hook Rd
P. O. Box 498
Suquamish
WA
98392
360-598-3311
360-598-3311
Kitsap
360-598-6295
Tulalip Tribes of WA
6700 Totem
Beach Road
Marysville
WA
98271
360-651-4000
360-651-4000
Snohomish
360-651-4032
Upper Skagit Tribal Council
2284
Community
Plaza Way
Sedro
Woolley
WA
98284
360-856-5501
360-856-5501
Skagit
360-856-3175
Yakima Tribal Council
401 Fort
Road
P. O. Box 151
Toppenish
WA
98948
509-8665-5121
509-865-5121
Yakima
509-865-5528
Wildlife Rescue
Humane Society of the U.S
National
Headquarters
2100 L Street
NW
Washington
DC
20037
202-452-1100
International Bird Rescue
699 Potter
Street
Aquatic Park
Berkeley
CA
94710
510-841-9086
818-951-3656
National Audubon Society
Washington
State Office
2631 12th
Court SW
Olympia
WA
98502
206-786-8020
National Parks & Conservaiton
618 South
223rd
Des Moines
WA
98198
206-824-8808
Pacific Energy Institute
400 Pioneer
Building
600 First
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98104
206-628-0460
Seattle Bird Rescue
Seattle
WA
206-824-6249
Tri-Slate Bird Rescue
Newark
DE
302-737-9543
Washington Wildlife Rescue Coalition
Habitat
Division
600 Capitol
Way
Olympia
WA
98501
206-753-3318
Wildlife Care Center of Everett
P.O. Box
2083
Everett
WA
98203
206-435-4817
Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehab
P.O. Box
391
Friday
Harbor
WA
98250
206-378-5000
Uncategorized
ABS Marine Services Inc
16855
Northchase
Drive
Houston
TX
77060
713-73-0700
5-83
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Adnianthos Shipping Agency
3 Stamford
Landing
46 Southfield
Avenue Suite
320
Stamford
CT
06902
203-58-2380
AK-WA Incorporated
401
Alexander
Avenue
Tacoma
WA
98421
206-272-0108
AKC Corporation
8523 15th
Avenue NE
Seattle
WA
98115
Alaska Maritime Agencies
300 Elliott
Avenue
West
Seattle
WA
98119
206-286-1700
206-286-1709
Aleutian Speedwell Inc
Market Place
Two
Suite 250
Seattle
WA
98121
Alexander Gow Fire Equipment Company
456 N 35th
Street
Seattle
WA
98103
Amerex Corporation
5118 14th
Avenue NW
Seattle
WA
98107
American Bureau of Shipping
5950 Sixth
Avenue
Suite 110
Seattle
WA
98108
American President Lines
3443 W
Marginal
Way SW
Terminal 5
Seattle
WA
98106
206-993-4597
206-993-4599
American Waterways Operators
5615 W
Marginal
Way South
Seattle
WA
98106
Anacortes Yacht Club
P.O. Box
5139
Anacortes
WA
98221
Army Corps of Engineers
2200 NW
Eigth
Avenue
Portland
OR
503-326-6021
Anancortes Port Log Dock
Anacortes
WA
206-293-3134
Arco Cherry Point
Cherry Point
WA
206-371-1500
Artie Select Seafoods
Squalicum
Mali
Suite 14
Bellingham
WA
98225
Astral Intematinoal Shipping
592 Industry
Drive
Tukwilla
WA
98188-
3404
206-575-6626
206-5758507
Ato Chem North America
2901 Taylor
Way
Tacoma
WA
98421
206-627-9101
B.R Anderson & Company
1001
Klickitat
Way South
Suite 104/P.O.
Box 3501
Seattle
WA
98134
206-623-1346
206-623-1848
Blackball Transport
Foot of
Laurel Street
Port Angeles
WA
98362
Change 4 5-84
November 1, l°Q8
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Nortk A Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour tt
Daypboae
County
FAX
Boyer Alaska Barge Line
7318 Fourth
Avenue SE
Seattle
WA
98108
BP Marine
320 Dayton
Street
Edmonds
WA
98020
206-775-0444
BP Refinery
Femdale
WA
206-384-1011
Brix Maritime
Foot of 14th
Street
Astoria
OR
97103
503-325-6621
Bnx Maritime
9030 NW St
Helens Rd
P.O. Box
83018
Portland
OR
97283
503-286-0631
Burlington Environmental
1011
Western
Suite 700
Seattle
WA
98104
206-223-0500
Buckeye Pipeline
Tacoma
WA
206-627-3236
CAPCOM
2000
Lakeridge
Drive
Olympia
WA
98052
Catalyst Cruises
515 S 143rd
Street
Tacoma
WA
98444
CDR District Engineer
P.O. Box C-
3755
4735 E
Marginal Way
S
Seattle
WA
98124
Chatham Marine Consultation
2633
Eastlake
Avenue E
2203 Airport
Way S
Seattle
WA
98102
Chevron Point Wells
Point Wells
WA
206-542-2131
Clipper Navigation
2701
Alaskan
Way
Seattle
WA
98121
206-443-2560
CMS
P.O. Box
2287
Seattle
WA
98111
Coastal Island Tours
V
1611 East
Street
Lake Bay
WA
98349
Continental Grain
Tacoma
WA
206-572-3511
d'Elegant Cruises
2501 N
Northlake
Way
Seattle
WA
98103
D & V Boat Company
655 NE
Northlake
Way
Seattle
WA
98105
Dakota Creek Industries
115 0
Avenue
P.O. Box 218
Anacortes
WA
98221
Department of Interior
500 NE
Multnomah
Suite 600
Portland
OR
97232
503-684-4082
503-231-6157
5-85
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Daypbone
County
FAX
Duwamish Shipyard
5658 W
Marginal
Way S
Seattle
WA
98106
206-767-4880
E A Drake LTD
408 Second
Avenue W
Seattle
WA
98119
E.H G.
208 N 54th
Street
Seattle
WA
98103
EAC Transport Agencies
1000 Second
Avenue
Suite 1800
Seattle
WA
98104
ED'sCharters
Box 4040
South Colby
WA
98384
Environmental Services
Coos Bay
OR
503-269-5050
Envirosorb Company
8128 187th
SW
Edmonds
WA
98026
206-778-7485
Exxon Shipping Company
P.O. Box
1512
Houston
TX
77251
713-56-9944
Fire Equpmcnt Company
456 N 35
Street
Seattle
WA
98103
Foss Shipyard
Seattle
WA
206-281-3872
Fremont Bout Company Inc
1059 N
Northlake
Way
Seattle
WA
98103
Fremont Maritime Inc
501 N 36th
Street
Suite 217
Seattle
WA
98103
Fritz Companies Inc
6805 South
217th Street
Kent
WA
98032
General Steamship Corp. Ltd
300 Elliot
Avenue
West
Suite 310
Seattle
WA
98119
206-286-4400
Georgia Pacific Corporation
P.O. Box
1236
Acid &
Lignum
Bellingham
WA
98225
206-733-4410
Grizzly Ventures Inc
P.O. Box
804
Bothell
WA
98041
Holland American Line
300 Elliot
Avenue W
Seattle
WA
98119
Horluck Transportation
P.O. Box 87
Port Orchard
WA
98366
Husky Terminals
Terminal 7D
Tacoma
WA
206-627-6963
Icicle Seafoods Inc
P.O. Box
79003
Seattle
WA
98119
Inland Boatmans Union
2700 First
Avenue
Room 203
Seattle
WA
98121
Change 4
November 1, ,ri°8
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Nortl. A Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
International Submarine Engineering LTD
1734
Broadway
Street
Port
Coquitlam
BC
V3C2M
8
604-942-5223
ITT Rayonier Dock
Port Angeles
Harbor
Caustic/Chlorin
e
Port Angeles
WA
98362
206-457-3391
Jensen Maritime Consultants Inc
4241 21st
Avenue
West
Suite 404 or
Suite 308
Seattle
WA
98199
Kansal Steamship Company
217 Pine
Street
Suite 800
Seattle
WA
98101
Kim Marine Documentation
Smith Tower
13th Floor
Seattle
WA
98104
Kingslcy Navigation LTD
1500 West
Georgia
Vancouver
BC
V6G2Z
6
Kitsap Barging Inc
P.O. Box
147
Port Orchard
WA
98366
Lake Union Shipyard
Seattle
WA
206-323-6400
Leclercq Marine Construction
1080 W
Ewing
Seattle
WA
98119
Lovne's Sea Craft
3022 Oakes
Avenue
Anacortes
WA
98221
Maersk
Terminal 3
Tacoma
WA
206-593-8750
Manna Seafoods
13233 SE
Shannon
View
Clackamas
OR
97015
Manson Construction and Eng. Company
5209 E.
Marginal
Way S.
Seattle
WA
98134
Marco Seattle Inc
2300 W.
Commodore
Way
Seattle
WA
98199
206-285-3200
Marine Consultant
16613 SE
Tenth Street
Bellevue
WA
98008
Marine Exchange of Puget Sound
2701 1st
Avenue
Suite 110
Seattle
WA
98121
206-443-3830
Marine Fircmans Union
2505 1st
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98121
Marine Industries Northwest
Tacoma
WA
206-627-9136
Maritime Administration
915 Second
Avenue
Room 3196
Seattle
WA
98174
Maritime Fire & Safety Admin
200 SW
Market
Street
Suite 190
Portland
OR
97201
503-220-2040
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Maritime Overseas Corporation
43 W 42nd
Street
New York
NY
10036
Mobil Shipping & Transportation Comany
3225
Gallows
Road
Room 5C007
Fairfax
VA
22037
703-846-2761
Mundt MacGregor
4200 1st
Interstate
Center
Seattle
WA
98104
Munson Manufacturing Inc
150 West
Dayton
Edmonds
WA
98020
National Cargo Bureau
1011 SW
Klicktat Way
Suite 200
Seattle
WA
98134
National Weather Service
2200 NW
Eigth
Avenue
Room 121
Portland
OR
97209
503-281-1911
NC Engine Power
P.O. Box
88338
16711 W.
Valley Hwy
Seattle
WA
98138
Nichols Brothers Boatbuilders
5400 S
Cameron
Road
Freeland
WA
98249
Northwest Marine Chemist
P.O. Box
7084
Tacoma
WA
98401
NUWEC
Indian Is
Detachment
Code 0142
Hadlock i
WA
98339
Occidental Chemical
Tacoma
WA
206-383-2661
Occupational Safety & Health Administration
Portland
OR
97232
503-326-2251
Ocean Construction Supplies
P.O. Box
2300
Vancouver
BC
V6B3W
6
Oceanic Seafood Company
8221 44th
Avenue W
Mukilto
WA
98275
Oceans P E.
5610-40th
West
Seattle
WA
98199
Oceantrawl Inc
1200 market
Place Tower
2025 1st
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98121
Odyssey Cruise & Yacht Sales
P.O. Box
423
Anacortes
WA
98221
Offshore Navigators
5140 Ballard
Seattle
WA
98107
Olympic Steamship Agencies Inc
P.O. Box
24023
Seattle
WA
98124
Orea Yacht & Ship Service
2318 2nd
Avenue
Suite 336
Seattle
WA
98121
Orient Overseas Container
1218 Third
Avenue
Suite 710
Seattle
WA
98101
Change 4 5-88
November 1,
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NorthftSst Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour U
Dayphone
County
FAX
Osal Marine Services Co
1541 29th
Street
Port
Townsend
WA
98368
Pacific Bounty Inc
130
Nickerson
Street
Suite 31
Seattle
WA
98109
Pacific Charters
1911 SW
Campus
Drive
Suite 117
Federal Way
WA
98023
Pacific Marine Testing Company
5807 4th
Avenue
South
Seattle
WA
98108
Pacific Maritime Association
P.O. Box
9348
301 West
Republican
Seattle
WA
98109
Pacific Penobscot Marine Services
1900 W.
Emerson
Place
Room 20
Seattle
WA
98119
Pacific Resources
Tacoma
WA
206-927-9316
Pacific Western Services Inc.
3594 NW
Byron Street
P.O. Box 3043
Silverdale
WA
98383
206-692-2602
Pan Pacific Seafoods Inc.
150
Nickerson
Suite 103
Seattle
WA
98109
PCCI Marine & Environmental Enginerring
1201
Abingdon
Drive
Suite 201
Alexandria
VA
22314
703-684-2060
Pier 1 1
Atlantic
Richfield
Seattle
WA
206-623-4637
Pier 15
Texaco USA
Seattle
WA
206-623-6101
Pier 18
Shell Oil
Seattle
WA
206-363-6419
Pier 18-20
Harbor
Island
Seattle
WA
206-223-3700
Pier 25
Matson
Terminal
Seattle
WA
206-223-2497
Pier 28
Break Bulk
Facility
Seattle
WA
206-728-3735
Pier 30
Trans Pacific
Container
Seattle
WA
206-340-0180
Pier 34
GATX
Seattle
WA
206-622-0920
Pier 37
NYK
Seattle
WA
206-382-8450
Pier 46
Hanjin
Seattle
WA
206-622-9130
Pier 86
Cargill Grain
Terminal
Seattle
WA
206-284-4851
5-89
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Pier 91
Chemical
Processors
Seattle
WA
206-767-0350
Pier 90-91
Port of
Seattle
Seattle
WA
206-728-3750
Pierce County Terminal
Break
Buik/Militar
y
Tacoma
WA
206-838-0142
PenCom
321 East
Fifth
Port Angeles
WA
98362
Pennwalt Corporation Engineering Office
P.O. Box
1297
Tacoma
WA
98401
Pentec Environmental
120 West
Dayton
Suite A7
Edmonds
WA
98020
PLEION Corporation
10600 129th
Place NE
KJrkland
WA
98033
206-827-3614
(987) 908-0978
Port Angeles Port Dock
Port Angeles
WA
206-457-8527
(987)908-0978
Poulsbo Yacht Club
P.O. Box
115
Poulsbo
WA
98370
Puget Sound Alliance
4516
University
Way NE
Seattle
WA
98105
206-548-9343
Queen City Yacht Club
2608 Boyer
Avenue East
Seattle
WA
98102
S/V Adventress
P.O. Box
243
Port '
Townsend
WA
98368
Sailors Union of the Pacific AFL-CIO
2505 First
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98121
San Juan Island Yacht Club
P.O. Box 67
Friday
Harbor
WA
98250
Scott Paper Company
Caustic &
Chlorine
Everett
WA
206-259-7422
Seafarers International Union
2505 First
Avenue
Seattle
WA
98121
Sealand Service Inc
1002
Milwaukee
Way
Tacoma
WA
98421
Sealand Services Inc
3600 Port of
Tacoma
Road
Suite
405/Terminal 3
Tacoma
WA
98424
206-922-8800
Seaport Maritime Consultants
3600 15th
Avenue
West
Suite 302 1
Seattle
WA
98119
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Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Seattle Harbor Tours
Pier 55 Suite
201
Seattle
WA
98101
Seattle Sailing Association
7001
Seaview
Northwest
Seattle
WA
98103
Shell Refining
Bulk Oil
Anacortes
WA
206-293-3111
Simpson Tacoma Kraft Company
P.O. Box
2133
801 Portland
Avenue
Tacoma
WA
98401
206-596-0257
Skaugen Petro Trans Inc
5847 Sam
Felipe Plaza
Suite 4300
Houston
TX
77057
Skyline Marine Inc
Flounder
Bay
Anacortes
WA
98221
SNOCOM
6204 215th
SW
Mountlake
Terrace
WA
98043
SNOPAC
3000
Rockefeller
Everett
WA
98201
Society of Boat and Yacht Designers
13526
Wallingford
North
Seattle
WA
98133
South Sound Sailing Society
P.O. Box
1102
Olympia
WA
98507
Star Shipping Inc
300 Elliot
Avenue W
Suite 310
Seattle
WA
98118
Stevedoring
7245 W.
Marginal
Way SW
Seattle
WA
98106
Tacoma Boat
Tacoma
WA
206-593-8800
Tacoma Terminal 4
Containers/B
reak Bulk
Tacoma
WA
206-383-9441
Tacoma Terminal 7
Containers/B
reak Bulk
Tacoma
WA
206-383-0142
Texaco Refining & Marketing
P.O. Box
622
Anacortes
WA
98221
206-293-0819
206-293-0800
Tilbury Cement Company
741 Marine
Drive
P.O. Box 37
Bcllingham
WA
98225
Time Oil Company
P.O. Box
24447
Terminal
Station
Seattle
WA
98124
206-285-2400
Todd Shipyard
Harbor
Island
Seattle
WA
206-623-1635
Totem Ocean Trailer Express
11100 Olive
Way 11th
Floor
Seattle
WA
98101
5-91
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Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
Totem Ocean Trailer Express
500
Alexander
Avenue
Terminal 7
Tacoma
WA
98421
206-597-8800
Trans-Marine Navigation
9750 3>"d
Avenue NE
Suite 308
Seattle
WA
98115
Tricom Shipping Agencies
900
Avenue
Suite 2480
Seattle
WA
96164
Trident Seafoods Corporation
5303
Shinshole
Avenue NW
Seattle
WA
98107
Tyee Yacht Club
3229
Fairview
Avenue E
Seattle
WA
98102
UNOCAL
Edmonds
WA
206-774-2251
U S Oil & Refining
UNOCAL
Tacoma
WA
206-383-1651
Vessel Safety Program
1800 W.
Emerson Suite
1
Fishermen's
Terminal
Seattle
WA
98119
Victory Marine
6700 W
Marginal
Way SW
Seattle
WA
98106
Viking Star Charters
2442 NW
Market St
Seattle
WA
98107
Washington Divers
903 N State
St
Bellingham
WA
98225
Western Prince Cruises
P.O. Box
418
Friday
Harbors
WA
98250
Weyerhaeuser Paper Co.
101 E
Marine View
Dr
Everett
WA
98201
206-339-2868
206-339-2800
Weyerhaeuser Log Dock
Tacoma
WA
206-924-3476
WHATCOM
620 Alabama
Bellingham
WA
98225
Wilderness Cruises
1415
Western
Avenue
Suite 505
Seattle
WA
98101
Wilkens Distribution
PO Box 147
Port Orchard
WA
98366
Zodiac Hurricane Technologies
110-5940 No
2 Road
Richmond
BC
V7C4R
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Company
Street
Address
City
ST
Zip
24-hour #
Dayphone
County
FAX
5-93
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VESSEL AGENTS
Alaska Maritime Agencies
300 W. EUiott, Suite 315
Seattle, WA 98119-4151
206-286-1700
206-286-1709 FAX
Astral International Shipping Services, Inc.
592 Industry Drive
Tukwila, WA 98188-3404
206-575-6626
206-575-8507 FAX
B.R Anderson & Company
1001 Klickitat Way, Suite 104
Mail: P.O. Box 3501
Seattle, WA 98134
Barber Wilhelmsen Agencies
Westside Center Bldg. A
33309 1st Way S., Suite 212
Federal Way, WA 98003
Cascade Marine Agencies, Ltd.
800 Olympic Tower, 217 Pine
Seattle, WA 98101
206-623-1346
206-623-1848 FAX
206-838-9305 (Seattle)
206-952-2484 (Tacoma)
206-952-2489 FAX
206-441-4245
206-292-2044 FAX
Compass Marine (USA)
16040 Christensen Rd., Suite 208
Seattle, WA 98188
206-431-8777
206-431-9663 FAX
Emerald Maritime Services
4700 42nd S.W., Suite 550
Seattle, WA 98116
FESCO Agency (USA), Inc.
6300 Southcenter Blvd., Suite 204
Seattle, WA 98188
206-932-9503
206-932-9498 FAX
206 243-7991
206-243-8405 FAX
Fritz Maritime Agencies
651 Strander Blvd., #B-209
Tukwila, WA 98188
206-575-6618
206-575-6624 FAX
General Steamship Corporation, Ltd.
300 Elliott Ave. W., Suite 310
Seattle, WA 98119-4151
206-286-4400
206-286-4407 FAX
Hapag-Lloyd (America), Inc.
2505 2nd Ave., Suite 705
Seattle, WA 98121
206-448-6789
206-448-6778 FAX
IMT Agencies
1200 5th Ave., Suite 1210
Seattle, WA 98101-1127
206-441-9100
206-441-0418 FAX
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International Shipping Co., Inc,
111 Third Ave, Bldg., Suite 1825
Seattle, WA 98101
206-623-5511
206-682-5113 FAX
Interocean Steamship Corporation
1011 Western Ave., Suite 920
Seattle, WA 98104
206-682-9820
206-343-7421 FAX
Kerr Steamship Co., Inc.
800 5th Ave., Suite 3880
Seattle, WA 98104
206-628-6700
206-628-6719 FAX
Merit Steamship Agency
1111 3rd Ave., Suite 2850
Seattle, WA 98101
206-682-2671
206-682-6023 FAX
The Myers Group (US)
5200 Southcenter Blvd., Suite 9
Seattle, WA 98188
206-244-0928
206-433-0483 FAX
Norton Lilly International
1601 5th Ave., Suite 850
Seattle, WA 98101
206-623-0930
206-382-4894
Olympic Steamship Agencies, Inc.
8220 S. 212th
Kent, WA 98032
Mail: P.O. Box 24023
Seattle, WA 98124
206-872-7223
Pacific Shipping Services, Inc.
2401 4th Ave., Suite 750
Seattle, WA 98321
206-728-9411
206-441-1934 FAX
Pacific Steamship Corporation
1001 Klickitat Way, Suite 104
Mail: P.O. Box 3501
Seattle, WA 98134
206-624-3493
206-623-1848 FAX
Pan Pacific Shipping Co,
219 1st Ave. S., Suite 201
Seattle, WA 98104
206-622-6699
206-622-1344 FAX
Rainier Shipping Company
800 Koll Center Bellevue, 500 108th Ave. N.E.
Bellevue, WA 98004-5060
206-646-7367
206-646-0260 FAX
Southern Steam Agency
1000 2nd Ave., Suite 1330
Seattle, WA 98104
206-682-6961
206-622-6432 FAX
Sunrise Shipping Agency, Inc.
2401 4th Ave., Suite 750
Seattle, WA 98121
5-95
206-441-8180
206-441-6597
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Transmarine Navigation Corp.
9750 3rd Ave. N.E., Suite 308 206-525-2051
Seattle, VVA 98115 206-525-6352 FAX
Tricom Shipping Agencies, Inc.
900 4th Ave., Suite 2480 206-682-0900
Seattle, WA 98164 206-682-9827 FAX
Western United Shipping Agencies
240 4th Ave., Suite 750
Seattle, WA 98121
206-448-8837
206-441-7011 FAX
Williams, Dimond, & Co.
1000 2nd Ave., Suite 1330
Seattle, WA 98104
206-622-8568
206-622-1864 FAX
Change 4
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STEAMSHIP LINES
American President Lines (APL), Ltd.
Terminal 5
3443 \V. Marginal Way SAV.
Seattle, WA 98106
206-933-4646
206-933-4510 FAX
Evergreen Marine Corportation
999 3rd Ave., Suite 1002
Seattle, WA 98104
206-622-9966
206-623-6611 FAX
Hanjin Shipping Co., Ltd.
Terminal 46
401 Alaskan Way
Seattle, WA 98014
206-447-9422
206-447-9428
"K" Line America, Inc.
601 Union St., Suite 4600
Seattle, WA 98101
206-389-6800
206-389-6801 FAX
Maersk Inc.
999 3rd Ave., Suite 2101
Seattle, WA 98104
206-461-1200
206-461-1239 FAX
Matson Navigation Company
Terminal 2S
3225 E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle, WA 98134
206-461-9230
206-461-9220 FAX
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (America), Inc.
4555 Columbia Center, 701 5th Ave.
Seattle, WA 98104
206- 464-3930
206-467-8192 FAX
NORAM Ocean Transport, Ltd.
83 S. King, Suite 605
Seattle, WA 98104
NYK Line (North America), Inc.
1001 4th Ave. Plaza, Suite 3700
Seattle, WA 98154
206-621-1621
206-467-9445 FAX
206-287-0300
206-625-9412 FAX
Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL)
1218 3rd Ave., Suite 710
Seattle, WA 98101
206-624-8914
206-624-7234 FAX
Sea-Land Service, Inc.
5100 AT&T Gateway Tower
700 5th Ave.
Seattle, WA 98104
206-622-1700
206-233-3605 FAX
Sunmar Shipping, Inc.
2615 4th Ave., Suite 700
Seattle, WA 98121
206-443-0200
206-443-0207 FAX
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Wallenius Lines
5007 Pacific Highway E., Suite 18 206-926-2353
Tacoma, \VA 98424-2646 206-926-2404 FAX
Wesfwood Shipping Lines
505 S. 336th Street
Federal Way, WA 98003
Weyerhaeuser Line
33405 8th Ave. S.
Federal Way, WA 98003
206-924-4399
206-924-5956
206-924-3617
206-924-3671 FAX
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MSO Portland Response Resource Guide
B
C
D
E
F
G
Jefferson County
Grays Harbor County
Pacific County
Wahkiakum County
Clatsop County
Tillamook County
Lincoln Coutny
Lane County
Douglas County
Coos County
Curry County
H Cowlitz County
Columbia County
I Clark County
Multnomah County
Clackamas County
J Skamania County
Hood River County
K Klickitat County
Wasco County
Sherman County
Gilliam County
M
N
Morrow County
Umatilla County
Benton County
Franklin County
Walla Walla County
Columbia County
Garfield County
Asotin County
Whitman County
5-99
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5430 MSO Portland Resource List
VESSEL AGENTS
Asean Corporation
3279 Duncan Drive
Lake Oswego, OR 97305
Astral Int'l Shipping
522 S.W. 5th Ave. Suite 822
Portland, OR 97204
Phone: (503)635-8127
Fax: (503)635-4049
Phone: (503)323-6200
Fax: (503)323-6299
Atlantic Richfield Company (ARCO)
9930 N.W. St Helens
Portland, OR 97231
Mail: P.O. Box 83409
Portland, OR 97283
Phone: (503)286-8250
Fax: (503)289-3961
Barber Wilhelmsen Oceanic
BarWil/IMT/Hoegh
1750 N.W. Front St., Suite 104
Portland, OR 97204-2618
Phone: (503)222-1561
Fax: (503)222-2542
Bluewater Pacific
1650 N.W. Front St.
Portland, OR 97204
Cascade Marine Company
511 Professional Building
511 S.W. 10th Ave., Suite 1004
Portland, OR 97205
Phone: (503)274-8944
Fax: (503)274-9021
Phone: (503)226-4018
Fax: (503)224-4128
Chevron Light Product Division
P.O. Box 4168
Portland, OR 97208
Phone: (503)221-7714
Fax: (503)221-7711
Coos Bay Shipping
P.O. Box 1435
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Evergreen Marine Corp
111 S.W. 5,h Ave., Suite 1050
Portland, OR 97204
Phone: (503)243-5040
Fax: (503)248-6365
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Fesco
1800 S.W. First Ave., Suite 165
Portland, OR 97204
Phone: (503)294-9794
Fax: (503)294-7982
Fred Noonan Co., Inc
421 S.W. 6th Ave, Suite 411
Portland, OR 97204-1697
Phone: (503)222-1073
Fax: (503)227-7826
Fritz Maritime Agency
P.O. Box 2964
Portland, OR 97208-2964
Phone: (503)222-2847
Fax: (503)228-1799
Fujitrans Inc
1 S. W. Columbia, Suite 440
Portland, OR 97258
Phone: (503)222-1598
Fax: (503)222-6830
General Steamship Corp
421 S. W. 6th Ave., Suite 402
Portland, OR 97201-5824
Phone: (503)228-7214
Fax: (503)225-9310
George W. Bush & Co.
600 N.W. Front Ave.
Portland, OR 97209
Phone: (503)226-4410
Fax: (503)294-0432
Green Ocean Agencies
1618 S.W. 1st Ave., Suite 417
Portland, OR 97201-5707
Phone: (503)248-9480
Gulf & Atlantic
3556 N.W. Front Ave., Suite 350
Portland, OR 97210
Phone: (503)243-1919
Fax: (503)243-6731
Hanjin Shipping
1500 NE Irving, Suite 300
Portland, OR 97232
Phone: (503)234-4133
Fax: (503)223-0899
Hapag-Lloyd Agency
4700 S.W. Macadam
Portland, OR 97219
Phone: (503)224-8230
Fax: (503)224-0455
Hoegh Line Agencies/BarWil
3556 N.W. Front Street
Portland, OR 97210
Phone: (503)227-2101
Fax: (503)222-2542
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Hyundai America Shipping
One World Trade Center, Suite 830
121 S.W. Salmon St.
Portland, OR 97204
Phone: (503)224-1112
'Fax: (503)224-3434
IMT/BarWil
1750 N.W. Front St., Suite 104
Portland, OR 97204-2618
Phone: (503)227-2101
Fax: (503)222-2542
Inchcape Ship Services
See Williams Diamond
International; Shipping Company
421 S.W. 6th Ave., Suite 1000
Portland, OR 97204-1615
Phone: (503)226-7681
Fax: (503)226-7378
Interocean Steamship Corp.
3556 N.W. Front St., Suite 355
Portland, OR 97210
Phone: (503)295-0515
Fax: (503)295-0565
Jones Oregon Company
2323 N.W. Suffolk
Portland, OR 97210
Phone: (503)228-6601
Fax: (503)228-0273
Jones Stevedoring Services
P.O. Box 450
North Bend, OR 97459-0043
Phone: (541)756-4113
Fax: (541)756-1385
K-Line America Inc
121 S.W. Salmon Street, Suite 900
Portland, OR 97204-2919
Phone: (503)220-3700
Fax: (503)220-3701
Kerr Norton Marine/Norton Lily
1500 S.W. 1st Ave., Suite 940
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503)224-6612
Fax: (503)274-9692
Coos Bay (541)249-7447/269-5338
Keystone Shipping (see Myers Group)
Lasco Steamship Company
P.O. Box 1004
Clackamas, OR 97015
Phone: (503)227-7447
Fax: (503)658-2105
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Lloyd's Maritime
1725 S.E. Royer
Portland, OR 97210-0047
Phone: (503)658-3389
Fax: (503)323-2794
Merit Steamship Company
101 S.W. Main St., Suite 1060
Portland, OR 97204-3278
Myers Group/FT Dow/Hobleman
Myers-Livingstone International
6645 N.E. 78th Court, Suite C6
Portland, OR 97218
Phone: (503)227-1621
Fax: (503)227-2710
Coos Bay (541)267-5620
Fax (541)269-2821
Phone: (503)253-7581
Fax: (503)253-4926
Newman Wilson
421 S.W. 6th Ave., Suite 902
Portland, OR 97204
Phone: (503)222-3577
North American Shipping
1330 Washington St.
Vancouver, WA 98660
Phone: (503)295-3676(PDX)
Fax: (360)737-3611
N.Y.K.
121 S.W. Salmon, Suite 1220
Portland, OR 97204
Olympic Steamship Agents, Inc.
P.O. Box 24023
Seattle, WA 98124
Coos Bay Rep
Phone: (503)224-6612
Fax: (503)274-9692
Coos Bay (541)269-7447
Fax: (541)269-5338
Phone: (253)872-7223
Fax: (253)872-8160
(541)267-7848
Oregon Coast Agencies
P.O. Box 450
North Bend, OR 97450
Phone: (541)756-4115
Fax: (541)756-1385
Orion Ship Agency
4380 S.W. Macaden, Suite 210-E
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503)229-4474
Pan Ocean Shipping Co. LTD
421 S.W. 6lh Ave. #402
Portland, OR 97204
Phone: (503)225-9357
Fax: (503)225-9310
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PM&O
3556 N.W. Front St., Tower Building
Portland, OR 97210
Phone: (503)274-4033
Fax: (503)274-4035
Ships Service Company
101 9lh
Astoria, OR 97103
Star Shipping Inc.
1 S.W. Columbia St. Room 920
Portland, OR 97258
Stevedore Services of America
2275 N. 8th
Coos Bay, OR 97240-2697
Stream Steamship Agency
717 Levee St.
Hoquiam, WA 98550-2508
Sunrise Shipping Company
1515 S.W. 5th Ave., Suite 1050
Portland, OR 97201-5471
Transmarine Navigation Corp.
1200 N.W. Front St., Suite 390
Portland, OR 97209
Transversal International
120 N. Main
Banks, OR 97106
Will Green
Seattle, WA
Phone: (503)325-3721
Fax: (503)325-3732
Phone: (503)223-7191
Fax: (503)223-6519
Phone: (541)269-9351
Fax: (541)267-5959
Phone: (360)532-0837 (Grays Harbor)
Fax: (360)533-3115
Phone: (503)227-2631
Fax: (503)226-6597
Phone: (503)242-3864
Fax: (503)241-4075
Phone: (503)324-1871
Fax: (503)324-2626
Phone: (206)623-5394
Williams Dimond & Company/
Inchcape Ship Services
1750 S.W. Harbor Way, Suite 360
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503)226-3093
Fax: (503)223-9121
Inchcape (503)223-6151
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PILOTS
Columbia River Pilots (Portland)
Dispatcher (Sundays)
Columbia River Bar Pilots (Portland)
Columbia River Pilots (Astoria)
Columbia River Pilots (Astoria/ night)
Coos Bay Pilots
Yaquina Bay Pilots (Newport)
Lewis & Clark Pilotage, Inc.
Grays Harbor Pilots
Phone: (503)289-9922
Fax: (503)289-9955
(503)698-4449 (cellular)
Phone: (503)224-5161
Fax: (503)325-5630
Phone: (503)325-2641
Fax: (503)325-2643
Phone: (541)267-6555
Fax: (541)267-5256
Phone: (503)267-6555
Fax: (503)267-5256
Phone: (360)673-2277
Phone: (360)532-2761
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5500 Area Resources: Response Equipment
5510 Summary of Area Resource
5511 Oil Response Equipment
Change 4
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COTP ZONE:
GRP A tea:
MSO Portland, OR
Grays Harbor, Washington GRP
Po i t / 11a rbor Area: Aberdeen, WA.
Owner/ POC Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
F033 Environmental 30" Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored in 20 ft. Container
30" Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Onboard 32 ft. FRV
3000 ft.
1000 ft.
Terminal 1
Corps of Engineers Float
111 South Wooding Street
46.968333
-123.858333
Brush Skimmer, Larsen Marine 1 ea.
Model OPC2
32' Fast Response Vessel, Kvichak 1 ea.
DLE-4, Pillow Tank, 1,000 gal. 1 ea.
5-107
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COT I' ZONE:
ORP Area:
MSO Puget Sound, WA
San Juan Islands/North Puget Sound
Port/Harbor Area
Bellingham, WA.
Owner/POC
Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long,
Marino Spill
Response Corp.
Fos9 Environmental
Clean Sound
Cooperative, Inc.
67" Curtain Boom, Sea Sentry II
Slide Connector
26" Tidal Seal, Inter Tidal STXB -26
24" Curtain Boom, MK 7-24"
30" Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored in 20 ft. Chassis
20" Curtain Boom, BHD81208RF
Stored in 20 ft. Chassis
20" Curtain Boom, BHD81208RF
Stored onboard 32 ft. FRV
DLE-4, Pillow Tank, 1,000 gal.
Morris Disc Skimmer, MI-30
32' Fast Response Vessel, Kvichak
20" Curtain Boom, Sea Curtain
Onboard SRV Eagle
20" Curtain Boom, Sea Curtain
In Trailer #40
30" Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Onboard SRV Pintail
30" Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Onboard Barge Pelican
OSRV Western Gull, JBF Dip 5001
Submersion Belt
SRV Pintail, Lori Chain Brush
SRV Eagle, Morris Disc/Adhesion
Tank Barge, Pelican 504,000 gal. Cap.
1320 ft.
2000 ft.
2000 ft.
4000 ft.
1000 ft.
1000 ft.
3 ea.
1 ea.
1 aa.
3000 ft.
1000' ft.'
200 ft.
200 ft.
1 ea.
1 ea.
1 ea.
1 ea.
210 Harris Ave.
Whatcom International
Shipping Terminal
625 Cornwall Ave.
Port Of Bellingham
Squalicum Harbor
#22 Squalicum Mall
48.7175
48 .745
-122.501667
-122.488056
48.511667
-122.611667
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COT P ZONE:
G R1' Area:
MSO Puget Sound, WA.
Port:/Harbor Area: Blaine, WA.
Owner/POC Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
Clean Sound
122 733889
30" Curtain Boom, OK Coral
30'
Stored in Gooseneck Trailer # 4
Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
2000 ft.
2000 ft.
ARCO Products Company
4519 Grandview Road
48.866667
5-109
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
CO'J'P ZONE: MSO Portland, OR.
G R P A t <3 :
Poi t/lldrbor Area:
Brownsville, OR.
Owner/POC
Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
Frac-Tanks, Inc
Portable Tank 21000 gal
Portable Tank 16800 gal
Portable Tank 6000 gal
Portable Tank 6000 gal
Portable Tank 4000 gal
22 ea.
15 ea.
9 ea.
5 ea.
4 ea.
Frac-Tanks, Inc.
27025 Weber Road
44.333333
-123
Change 4
No\ember 1, 1998
5-110
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
COTP ZONE: MSO Puget Sound, WA
G RP Area:
Port/Harbor Area: Edmonds, WA.
Owner/POC Equipment Quantity Location Lat. Long .
Clean Sound Home Office 110 West Dayton, 47.575 -122.358056
Suite 202
Maintenance Site 150 West Dayton
20"
Curtain Boom, Sea Curtain
1000
ft
Stored in CSCI Trailer #42
30"
Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
800
ft
Onboard SRV Loon
-
Belt/Adhesion Skimmer, Marco Pollution
1
ea
Marco Filter Belt 1 ft.
-
Disc/Adhesion, DE Smithske A/S
1
ea
Desmi 150
-
Disc/Adhesion, Morris International
1
ea
MI 11/24
-
Wier/Suction, Poscon
1
ea
Model 150
-
Wier/Suction, Slickbar Products Co.
1
ea
Slurp Skimmer
-
Oleophilic/Rope/Adhesion, Containment Sys.
1
ea
MW41
-
Disc/Adhesion, Morris International LTD.
1
ea
MI 30
30'
SRV Loon, Uniflite Inc.
1
ea
800 ft. Zoom Boom
18'
Utility Work Boat, Snipe, Brown Marine
1
ea
31'
OSRV Curlew, Marco Pollution Control
1
ea
Marco Filter Belt 1 ft.
14'
John Boat, Sea Nymph, Inc.
1
ea
5-111
Change 4
November I, 1998
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(..'OTP ZONE: MSO Puget Sound, WA
GRP Area: North Central Puget Sound
Port/Harbor Are
Owner/POC
Tidal Seal Boom, Intertidal STXB - 26 2000 ft.
Curtain Boom, Sea-Sentry II
Curtain Boom, MK 7
Curtain Boom, NOFI 800
Curtain Boom, Hydra Boom
Curtain Boom,
Weir/Disc/Beit, Transrec 350
Weir/Vortex, Walosep W
Weir/Suction, GT-185
Drum Separator, WP-1
Weir/Suction,3 Weir
Weir/Suction, AARD-VAC 800
Disc/Adhesion, Seawolf
Weir/Suction. Desna. Ocean
OSRV, Washington Responder, OSRV
168,000 gallons storage
Shallow Water Barge System
67,200 gallons storage
Utility Work Boat
Bladders, storage
7,000 gallons each
Curtain Boom, BHD81208F
Stored onboard 32'FRV
Fast Response Vessel, Kvichak
Lat. Long.
MSCR Region 5 48.0025 -122.2025
1105 13" Street
Fosa Maritime Co. 47.98 -122.22
2730 Federal Ave.
Pier 3 North
Northwest Area Contingency Plan
a: Everett, WA.
Equipment Quantity Location
26"
67"
24"
83"
43"
20"
208'
48'
32'
Foss Environmental 20"
32'
10560
ft.
4000
ft,
675
ft
1216
ft
1000
ft
1
ea
1
ea
1
ea
1
ea
1
ea
1
ea
1
ea
1
ea
1
ea
1
ea*
1
ea
3 ea.
1000 ft.
1 ea.
Change 4
Novemhei I. 1998
5-112
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
COT I-1 ZONE:
G RI' Area:
MSO Puget Sound, WA.
San Juan Island/North Puget Sound
Poft/Harbor Area: Ferndale, WA.
Owner/POC Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
Clean Sound
30"
30"
Curtain Boom, OK Coral
Stored in Gooseneck Trailer #1
Curtain Boom, OK Coral
Located in trailer #26
2000 ft.
4000 ft.
TOSCO Northwest Company
3901 Umck Road
48.841667
122.710556
5-113
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
COT!' ZONE :
(jR (J A rea :
MSO Portland, OR.
Lower Columbia River
Porl/llacboc Area: Longview, WA.
Owner/POC Equipment
Quantity
Location
4000
ft.
340 Oregon Way
Suite C
2184
gal.
340 Oregon Way
19992
gal.
Suite C
1008
gal.
1008
gal.
8988
gal.
1008
gal.
1008
gal.
1470
gal.
3360
gal.
3360
gal.
3024
gal.
1008
gal.
1008
gal.
3360
gal.
1470
gal.
Lat.
Long.
Grove Cowlitz Clean Sweep
18" Curtain Boom,
Sea Curtain
15 Storage Tanks
Clean Rivers
Weyerhauser Paper
3401 Industrial Way
Fowlers Boat Dock
6703 Willow Road
46.25
46. 25
-122.75
-122 . 75
46.18333
46.18333
-122.883333
-122.883333
Change 4
November I, 1998
5-114
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
COTP ZONE:
GRP Area:
MSO Puget Sound, WA.
Straight of Juan de Fuca
Port./Harbor Area:
Neah Bay, WA.
Owner/POC
Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
Clean Sound
42" Curtain Boom, Sea Curtain
20" Curtain Boom, Sea Curtain
2000 ft.
500 ft.
Male ah Indian Reservation
Makah Indian Reservation
48.2
-124.6
MSRC
124 623056
Foss Environmental
67" Curtain Boom, Sea Sentry
Weir/Suction Skimmer, GT-185
Inflatable Bladder,
20" Curtain Boom,BHD81208RF
Stored in 45 ft. trailer
3960 ft.
1 ea.
21000 gal.
2400 ft.
Highway 112
Far West Landing
48.202*778
48.366667
-124.53333
Clean Pacific
43" Curtain Boom, Expandable Ocean Boom 4000 ft.
Vortex/Suction Skimmer, Cascade 1 ea.
Vortex/Suction Skimmer, Cascade LP 3000 1 ea.
P.O. Box 115
48.333333
-124.66667
USCG MSO Puget Sound
Response Trailer, 8 foot
1 ea.
CG Station Neah Bay
48.3
-124 .6
5-115
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
COTP ZONE:
GUI-' Area:
MSO Puget Sound, WA.
Straight of Juan de Fuca
Port/Harbor Area:
Port Angeles, WA.
Owner/POC
Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
Clean Sound
Foss Environmental
Change 4
Novembei I,
Curtain Boom, OK Coral
Stored in Van # 29
Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored onboard OSRV Shearwater
Curtain Boom, Sea Curtain
Stored onboard SRV Scoter
Fire Boom, 3M 18" Fire Boom
Stored in Van # 38
Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored onboard SRV Heron
Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored onboard TB Kittiwake
Curtain Boom, Sea Curtain
Stored in Van # 35
Oil Barge Kittiwake, Bergeron Ind.
SRV Scoter, Kvickhak
SRV Heron
Weir/Suction Skimmer, Desmi 250
OSRV Shearwater
Submersion Belt Skimmer JBF 6001 Dip
Utility Work Boat Willet, Brown Marine
John Boat, Sea Nymph, Inc.
30"
30"
20"
43"
30"
30"
42"
264'
32'
42'
115'
18'
14'
67" Curtain Boom, Sea Sentry II
26" Tidal Seal Boom, Intertidal STXB
24" Curtain Boom, MK7
250' Tank Barge, MSCR Barge 380
Todd Houston
Vessel of Opportunity
4000 ft.
1000 ft.
1000 ft.
500 ft.
400 ft.
2400 ft.
2000 ft.
1 ea.
1 ea.
1 ea.
1 ea.
ji ea.
1 ea.
20"
32'
30'
30'
20'
42"
42''
Curtain Boom, BHD81208RF
Stored onboard 32' FRV
FRV
Curtain Boom, BHD81208RF
Stored in 20' trailer
Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored in 20' trailer
Curtain Boom, Optimax
Stored at dock near FRV
Curtain Boom, Ocean Boom
Stored in 40 ft. container
Curtain Boom, Inflatable Ocean Boom
1320 ft.
2000 ft.
2000 ft.
1596000 gal.
8 ea.
1000 ft.
1 ea.
2000 ft.
3000 ft.
400 ft.
1000 ft.
1000 ft.
Port of Port Angeles
Foot of Cedar Street
48.125
-123.441667
338 W. 1" Street
48.118056
-123.418333
Port Angeles Boat Haven
Slip C-6
832 Boat Haven Drive
Foss Maritime Company
937 Boat Haven Drive
48.126667
48.126667
-123.45
-123.45
5-116
1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Harbor Transport
USCG MSO Puget Sound
195' Tank Barge, Sundial Marina TugSBarge 629958 gal.
Vacuum Transfer Unit 1000 gal.
Response Trailer 1 ea.
1014 Marine Drive
CG Group Port Angeles
48.116667
48 .1
-123.43333
-123.4
5-117
Change 4
November I, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
COTP ZONE: MSO Puget Sound, WA.
GRP Area: Hood Canal/Admiralty Inlet
Port/llarbor Area:
Port Hadlock, WA.
Owner/POC
Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
Clean Sound
71' OSRV, Arctic Tern
JBF DIP 5001 System
34' SRV, Puffin
800' of 30" Zoom Boom Onboard
30" Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Pressure Inflatable
1 ea.
1 ea.
800 ft.
Port Hadlock
Change 4
Novcmbei 1, 1998
5-118
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
COTV ZONE:
CiRP Area:
MSO Portland, OR.
Lower Columbia River
Porr./Harbor Area
Portland, OR.
Owner/POC
Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long,
Foss Environmental
Pacific Northern Oil
Baker Tanks
20" Curtain Boom, BHD81208RF
Stored in 20 ft. container
20" Curtain Boom, BHD81208RF
Stored in 18 ft. container
20" Curtain Boom, Optimax
Stored in 20 ft. container
12" Curtain Boom, Super Swamp
Stored in 8x4x4 ft. box
30" Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored in 20 ft. container
Belt/Adhesion Skimmer, Marco IC
Disc/Adhesion Skimmer, Komara 12K
Rope Mop Skimmer, CSI II-A3
Rope Mop Skimmer, MKII-4VE
Rope Mop Skimmer, MKI-4E
Rope Mop Skimmer, A-14-G
Weir/Suction Skimmer, SkimPak
Towable Pillow Tank, Canflex,
18" Curtain Boom, Simplex
Stored onboard 25 ft. FRV
25' FRV, Munson
20" Curtain Boom, Optimax
Stored on Various tank barges
20" Curtain Boom, Optimax
Stored on Response Boat
Tug Boat
Tug Boat
178' Tank Barge, Dravo Corp.
210' Tank Barge, Avondale Marine
240' Tank Barge, Nashville Bridge, Co.
120' Tank Barge, Kyle & Co., Inc.
204' Tank Barge, Not Specified
166' Tank Barge, Not Specified
Fixed Facility Tank
Portable Tank 20000 gal.
Portable Tank 6500 gal.
2200SH
1000 gal
700
1600
1200
400
3500
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
700
1
5300
ft.
ft.
ft.
ft.
ft.
ea.
ea.
ea.
ea.
ea.
ea.
ea.
ea.
ft.
ea.
ft.
500 ft.
5
28
510720
619416
798000
234360
420000
327600
.gal.
gal.
gal.
gal.
gal.
gal.
20000 gal.
30 ea.
10 ea.
5420 North Lagoon Ave.
45.56
-122.711667
Portland Shipyard
Work Boat Moorage
5555 N. Channe1 Ave.
Foss Maritime Company
9030 NW St. Helens Road
45.566667
45.585
-122.725
-122.768333
7900 NW St. Helens Road
6637 SE 100th Avenue
45.58
45.516667
-122.758333
-122.716667
Olympic Tug & Barge 145' Tank Barge, C&M Ship Building Co.
357000 gal.
2720 NW 35 #5
45.523056
-122.6675
5-119
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
230' Tank Barge, Zidell Marine Corp.
Clean Rivers Cooperative
Clean River Cooperative (Continued)
987000 gal.
USCG MSO Portland
Response Trailer, 10 foot
Response Trailer, 12 foot
Response Trailer, 24 foot
Response Trailer, 10 feet
Response Trailer, 12 foot
Response Trailer, 20 foot
1 ea.
1 ea.
1 ea.
1 ea.
1 ea.
1 ea.
Clean River Cooperative, Inc. 45.483056
200 SH Market #190
CRC/MFSA Maintenance Facility 45.583333
9420 NW St. Helens Road
A-1 Moorage
12950 NW Marina Way
Port of Portland
12950 NW Marina Way
45.633333
45.633333
MSO Portland
6767 N. Basin Avenue 45.5
CG Station Grays Harbor
Westport, OR.
CG Aids to Navigation Team Astoria
Tongue Point
Astoria, OR.
CG Station Tillamook Bay
Garibaldi, OR.
CG Station Yaquina Bay
Heliport, OR.
CG Group North Bend
200 Connecticut Ave.
North Bend, OR.
-122.55
-122 55
-122.55
-122.55
-122.5
Change 4
Novembei I, 1998
5-120
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
COTP ZONE: MSO Puget Sound, WA.
C.RP Area: Hood Canal/Admiralty Inlet
Port:/Harbor Area: Port Townsend, WA.
Owner/POC Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
Foss Environmental 20" Curtain Boom, BHD81208RF
Stored in 20 ft. container
USCG MSO Puget Sound
Wior Skimmer, Skimpac 2200SH
Response Trailer, 20 foot
1000 ft.
1 ea.
1 ea.
Port Townsend Paper
100 Paper Hill Hill Road
USCG Point Bennett
48.091667
48.0
-122.796667
-122.7
5-121
Change 4
November I, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
COTP ZONE:
G R P Area:
MSO Portland, OR.
Lower Columbia River
Port/Harbor Area:
Rainier, OR.
Owner/POC
Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
Foss Environmental
18" Curtain Boom, Optima*
Stored onboard 34 ft. FRV
20" Curtain Boom, Optima*
Stored on Dock
20" Curtain Boom, Optimax
34' Fast Response Vessel, Raider
Belt/Adhesion Skimmer, Marco IC
1000 ft.
1000 ft.
1000 ft.
1 ea.
1 ea.
Foss Maritime Company
46.09
-122.928333
Change 4 5-122
November I. 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
COT 15 ZON LI:
GUI' Area:
MSO Puget Sound, WA.
Polt/! 1 a r b o r Area: Seattle, WA.
Owner/POC
Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long,
Clean Sound
Foas Environmental
30" Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored onboard SRV Teal
30" Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored onboard SRV Coot
.30" Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored in CSCI Boom Box #31
Fixed Facility Tank
Submersible Belt Skimmer, JBF
5001, onboard OSRV Royal Tern
71' OSRV Royal Tern, Dakota Creek Ind.
JBF 5001 skimmer onboard
34' SRV Teal, Raider
Stored onboard BOO ft. Zoom Boom
34' SRV Coot, Raider
Stored onboard 800 ft. Zoom Boom
30" Curtain Boom, OK Coral
Stored onbaord CSCI unit #5
Fixed Tank Facility
Belt/Adhesion Skimmer, Bonnet
MK 6F
40' OSRV Auklet, Weldit Corp.
17" Curtain Boom, Minimax
Stored Onboard 32' SRV
17" Curtain Boom, Simplex
Stored in Warehouse
20" Curtain Boom, BHD81208RF
Stored in 20 ft. Container
24" Belt Boom, Petro Barrier
Loaded on 20 ft. skiff
42" Curtain Boom, Ocean Boom
Stored in 20 ft. Container
30" Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored in 10 ft. Cargo Box
20" Curtain Boom, BHD81208RF
Stored in 18 ft. Trailer
20" Curtain Boom, BHD81208RF
Stored in yard
Belt/Adhesion Skimmer, Marco
Marco Pollution Control IC
Brush Skimmer, Larsen Marine
800 ft
800 ft.
3800 ft.
273,000 gal.
1 ea.
1 ea.
1 ea.
1 ea.
2000 ft.
651,000 gal.
1 ea.
1 ea.
1000 ft.
300 ft.
3000 ft.
800 ft.
1000 ft.
500 ft.
1000 ft.
1000 ft.
2 ea.
1 ea.
5-123
Harbor Marina Corp. Center
1021 SW Klickatat Way
Arco Products, Harbor Island
47.575
-122.35805
Chevron USA, Inc.
Time Oil Company
2737 West Commodore Way
Foss Maritime Co.
660 West Ewing Street
47.76667
47.6625
47.65333
-122.383056
-122.391667
-122.365
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Fos3 Environmental
(Continued)
OY/AB, 0PC2
Disc/Adhesion Skimmer, MI-30 1 ea.
Morris Industries, LTD.
Rope Mop Skimmer, MKII-4VE 2 ea.
Oil Mop, Inc.
Weir/Suction Skimmer, Oleo III 2 ea.
Weir/Suction Skimmer, SkimPak 2200 SH I ea.
Douglas Engineering
Weir/Suction, Desmi 250 1 ea.
Towable Pillow Tank, 1000 gal. 10 ea.
Canflex
18' Utility Work Boat, Robolo 1 ea.
17' Utility Work Boat, Boston Whaler 1 ea.
16' Utility Work Boat, All Alaskan 1 ea.
12' Skiff, Various 8 ea.
Tank Barges/Tugs Various Sizes
17" Curtain Boom, Minima* 1000 ft.
Stored in Warehouse
Vacuum Trailer, 5040 gal. 3 ea.
Vacuum Truck, 2520 gal. 1 ea.
Disc/Adhesion Skimmer, Komara 12K 2 ea.
Vikoma International, LTD.
Rope Mop Skimmer, MKII-9D 1 ea.
Oil Mop, Inc.
20" Curtain Boom, Optimax 1000 ft.
Stored in 18 ft. Container
20" Curtain Boom, BHD81208RF 1000,'ft.
Stored on 32' FRV
Foss Environmental Services 47.54
200 SW Michigan Street
-122.33333
GATX Terminals Corp.
2720 13"1 Ave. SW
Harbor Island
Port of Seattle
4-7.588056
47.631667
-122.345
-122.381667
Global Environmental
20" Curtain Boom, OK Corral
24" Fence Boom
24" Fence Boom
24" Fence Boom
20" Curtain Boom, Corral
20" Curtain Boom
24" Curtain Boom, Corral 24
24" Curtain Boom, JPS Fence
24" Curtain Boom, Perma
24" Curtain Boom, Petro
20" Curtain Boom, OK Corral
20" Curtain Boom, OK Corral
20" Curtain Boom
24" Curtain Boom, OK Corral
24" Fence Boom
24" Fence Boom, Perma
24" Fence Boom, Petro
Oleophilic/Rope/Adhesion Skimmer
Nor-Marine VAB Foxtail 2-6
Oleophilic/Rope/Adhesion Skimmer
Oil Mop Inc , Mark I-4E
4700 ft.
700 ft.
800 ft.
500 ft.
1300 ft.
900 ft.
2400 ft.
500 ft.
700 ft.
700 ft.
600 ft.
700 ft.
900 ft.
2400 ft.
500 ft.
700 ft.
700 ft.
1 ea.
1 ea.
Global Diving & Salvage
47.578056
-122.350833
Change 4
November 1, 1998
5-124
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Oleophilic/Rope/Adhesion Skimmer 1 ea.
Containment Systems, Mop-Wringer 4
Weir Skimmer 1 ea.
Douglas Engineering, SkimPac 1800 SH
Disc/Adhesion Skimmer 1 ea.
Morris International, MI-2
Oleophilic/Rope/Adhesion Skimmer 1 ea.
H. Hendrickson, VAB Foxtail
Oleophilic/Rope/Adhesion Skimmer 1 ea.
Oil Mop Inc., MK I-4E
Global Environmental
(Continued)
Clean Pacific
50'
40'
34'
26'
22'
17'
200'
275'
250'
250'
300'
Olympic Tug & Barge 145'
296'
271'
230'
230'
Pacific Northern
Oleophilic/Rope/Adhesion Skimmer
Containment Systems, MW41
Weir/Suction Skimmer
Douglas Engineering, 18000 SH
LCM, Crowley Marine
Deck Barge
Utility Work Boat, Raider Marine
Utility Work Boat, Munson
Utility Work Boat, Boston Whaler
Utility Work Boat, Boston Whaler
Utility Work Boat, Various Makers
Ranging 14' to 19'
Tank Barge, PS206
Gunderson Brothers Engineering
Tank Barge, No. 17
Pacific Coast Engineering
Tank Barge, No. 254
Gunderson Brothers Engineering
Tank Barge, No. 255
Gunderson Brothers Engineering
Tank Barge, No. 101
Tank Barge, Meghan 102
C&M Shipbuilding Co.
Tank Barge, David 120
Zidell Exploration Inc.
Tank Barge, Norton
Cresent City Marine Co.
Tank Barge, Max III
Zidell Marine Corp.
Tank Barge, Berme 12
Zidell Marine Corp.
Fixed Facility Tank
1 ea.
1 ea.
ea.
ea.
ea.
1
1
1
2
1 ea
1 ea
12 ea
829878 gal
1889832 gal
2079336 gal
2079336 gal
4366656 gal
357000 gal
2111718 gal
1764000 gal
987000 gal
987000 gal
210,000 gal.
Crowley Marine Services, Inc. 47.974167
Pier 17
1102 SW Massachusetts Ave.
-122.554167
910 SW Spokane Street
47 . 6
-122.333333
Pacific Northern Oil Co.
Port of Seattle. Pier 91
47.631667
-122.381667
USCG MSO Puget Sound
Response Trailer, 20 foot
1 ea.
MSO Puget Sound
47 . 6
-122.3
5-125
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Response Trailer, 20 foot 1 ea
Response Trailer, 20 foot 1 ea
Response Trailer, 8 foot 1 ea
Response Trailer, 20 foot 1 ea
Response Trailer, 8 foot 1 ea
Response Trailer, 20 foot 1 ea
USCG VOSS System 1 ea
1519 Alaskan Way South
Bldg. 1
CG Station Quillayute River
La Push, WA.
CG Station Neah Bay
Noah Bay, WA.
CG Group Port Angeles
USCG Point Bennett
Port Townsend, WA.
TBD, Anacortes area
CG Station Bellingham
1101 Thomas J. Glenn Way
Manchester Fuel Depot
Manchester, WA.
Naval Ordnance Center
Port Hadlock, WA.
5-126
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
COT I1 ZONE: MSO Puget Sound, WA
GRP Area: Straight of Juan de Fuca
Port/Harbor Area: Seiku, WA.
Owner/POC
Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long,
Foss Environmental
30" Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored Onbaord 32 ft. FRV
32' Fast Response Vessel, Kvichak
1100 ft.
Olson'8 Resort
Highway 101
48.263333
-124.2
5-127
Change 4
November 1, 1998
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
COTP ZONE: MSO Portland, OR.
GUI' Area: Lower Columbia River
Poiti/Harbor Area: Skamokawa, WA.
Owner/POC Equipment Quantity Location Lat. Long.
Clean Rivers Vista Park 46.266667 -123.5
Port District 2 East SR 4
Change 4
November 1. 1998
5-128
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
COTP ZONE: MSO Portland, OR.
(iRP Area: Lower Columbia River
Port/Harbor Area: St. Helens, WA.
Owner/POC Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
Clean Rivers
St. Helens Marina
134 North River Street
Dillards Marina
North River Street
40.166667
40.166667
-122.8
-122 . a
Foss Environmental 20" Curtain Boom, Optimax 500 ft. Boise Cascade 45.861667 -122.79666
Stored in 18 ft. trailer 1300 Kaster Road
18' Utility Work Boat, Monarch 1 ea.
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('()'[' P ZONE :
(jkP A i ea :
MSO Puget Sound, WA.
I'ort/lla rbor Area :
Tacoma, WA.
Owner/POC
Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
Clean Sound
F033 Environmental
30" Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored in Van #32
Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored onboard SRV Mallard
Curtain Boom, OK Coral
Stored in Van #30
Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored onboard SRV Grebe
Fixed Facility Tank
OSRV Plover, Marco Pollution Control
Marco Class II C Skimmer
SRV Mallard, Fidalgo Fiberglass Corp.
OSRV Sandpiper, Marco Pollution Control
Marco Class II
SRV Grebe, Fidalgo Fiberglass Corp.
John Boat, Sea Nymph
Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Stored onboard SRV Widgeon
SRV Widgeon, Fidalgo Fiberglass
30"
30"
30"
42'
30'
33'
30'
14"
30"
32'
30" Curtain Boom, BHD81208RF
Stored onboard 32' FRV
32' FRV, Kvichak
Pillow tank, 1000 gallons capacity
30" Curtain Boom, BHD81208RF
Stored in 20 ft. container
Disc/Adhesion Skimmer, Morris MI-30
Pillow tank, 1000 gallons capacity
2400 ft.
800 ft.
4000 ft.
800 ft.
420000 gal.
1 ea.
1 ea.
1 ea.
1 ea.
1 ea.
1000 ft.
1 ea.
1000 ft.
32 ft.
3 ea.
3000 ft.
1 ea.
3 ea.
U.S. Oil £ Refining Company 47.575
1735 Port of Tacoma Road
-122.358056
UNOCAL
516 East D Street
46.26889
Foss Maritime Company 47.261667
225 East "F" Street
Totem Ocean Trailer Express 47.26166
500 Alexander Ave.
-122.451667
-122.433333
-122.4333
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COTP ZONE:
GRP Area:
MSO Portland, OR
Grays Harbor, Washington
Port/Harbor Area: Tillamook, OR.
Owner/POC Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
USCG MSO Portland
12" Curtain Boom, River
Stored in 10' Response Trailer
200 ft.
USCG Station
COTP ZONE:
G R P Area:
MSO Portland, OR.
Port/Harbor Area: Troutdale, OR.
Owner/POC Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
Rain for Rent
Portable
Tank
21000
gal.
4
ea.
Rain for
Rent
Portable
Tank
18100
gal.
2
ea.
22601 NE
Sandy
Portable
Tank
6900
gal.
2
ea.
Portable
Tank
4900
gal.
2
e».
Portable
Tank
4000
gal.
1
ea.
Portable
Tank
2400
gal.
1
ea.
Portable
Tank
600
gal.
2
ea.
45.55
-122.35
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(.'OTP ZONE: MSO Portland, OR
CJR1-' Area: Lower Columbia River
Poru/l-la rbor Area: Vancouver, WA.
Owner/POC Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
Clean Rivers
Tidewater Barge Lines 45.583056
6305 NW Lower River Rd.
¦122.55
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COT I' ZONE: MSO Portland, OR.
GRP Area: Lower Columbia River
Port/Harbor Area: Wauna, OR.
Owner/POC Equipment Quantity Location Lat. Long.
Clean Rivers James River Paper 46.2 -123.2
Wauna Mill
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CO'IT ZONE:
ti -UJ Aiea:
MSO Portland, OR
Grays Harbor, Washington
1V> l t./Ha rbor Area: Westport, WA.
Owner/POC Equipment
Quantity
Location
Lat.
Long.
Fogs Environmental 30"
USCG MSO Portland
34'
12"
Curtain Boom, Zoom Boom
Onboard 34 ft. FRV
Fast Response Vessel, Raider
Curtain Boom, River
Stored in 12 ft. response trailer
1000 ft.
300 ft.
Westport Marina
Slip 21-D
Westhavan Drive
CG Station Grays Harbor
46.888333
46 . 8
-124.083333
-124 . 0
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COTP ZONE: MSO Puget Sound, WA.
GRP Ai:ea: Central Puget Sound
Port/Harbor Area: Woodinville, WA.
Owner/POC Equipment Quantity Location Lat. Long.
Baker Tanks Portable Tank 6500 gal. 15 oa. Baker Tanks Continential, Inc. 47.75 -122.15
Portable Tank 20000 gal. 48 oa. 6100 238th Street NE
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5512 Hazardous Substance Response Equipment
5600 Area Resources: Personnel and Services
5610 Federal Resources/Agencies
5611 Trustees for Natural Resources
5612 USCG
5612.1 USCG National Strike Force (NSF)
5612.2 USCG District Response Assist Team (DRAT)
5612.3 Public Information Assist Team (PIAT)
5612.4 USCG Reserve
5612.5 USCG Auxiliary
5612.6 USCG Vessel Traffic Service (VTS)
5613 NOAA
5613.1 Scientific Support Coordinator
5613.2 Spill/Discharge Trajectory Modeling
5613.3 Oceanic & Atmospheric Modeling
5614 US Navy Supervisor Salvage(SUPSALV)
5615 EPA Emergency Response Teams
5616 Agency for Toxic Substance and Diseases(ATSDR)
5617 Other Federal Agencies
5617.1 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Has scientific and technical capability to measure, evaluate, and monitor, either on
the ground or by use of aircraft, situations where natural resources including soil,
water, wildlife and vegetation have been impacted by hazardous substances and
other natural or man-made emergencies. The USDA may be contacted through
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the U.S. Forest Service emergency staff officers who are the designated members
of the RRT.
5617.2 U.S. Department of Commerce
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) provides scientific
support for response and contingency planning in coastal and marine area,
including assessments of the hazards that may be involved, predictions of
movement and dispersion of oil and hazardous substances through trajectory
modeling, and information on the sensitivity of coastal environments to oil and
hazardous substances. In addition, NOAA provides expertise on living marine
resources and their habitats, including endangered species, marine mammals, and
National Marine Sanctuaries.
5617.3 U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)
Has responsibility to take all action necessary with respect to releases where either
the release is on, or the sole source of the release is from, any facility or vessel
under DOD jurisdiction, custody, or control. DOD may also provide, consistent with
its operational requirements and upon request of the OSC, locally deployed Navy
oil spill equipment and assistance to other federal agencies.
5617.4 U.S. Navy (USN)
Provides expertise in ship salvage, shipboard damage control and diving. The
USN has an array of specialized equipment and personnel that can be used for
collection, containment, and removal of oil and hazardous substances.
5617.5 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
Provides expertise in specialized equipment and personnel for maintaining
navigation channels, removing navigation obstructions, and maintaining
hydroelectric facilities. USACE oversees the permitting of moorage sites for
response vessels.
5617.6 U.S. Department of Energy
Provides expertise in handling of radiological material.
5617.7 U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Provides advice and assistance to the OSC on coordinating civil emergency
planning and mitigation efforts to other federal agencies, state and local
governments, and the private sector. FEMA also provides extensive rapid
deployment mobile communications capabilities for use in oil spill response on a
not-to-interfere basis with other emergent situations. An MOU is being developed
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to specify the level and type of support available in a response. In the event of a
major disaster declaration or emergency determination by the President, FEMA will
coordinate all federal disaster or emergency action with the FOSC.
5617.8 U.S Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Responsible or providing assistance on matters related to the assessment of
health hazards at a response and protection of response workers and public
health.
5617.9 U.S. Department of Interior (DOI)
Has jurisdiction over the National Park System, National Wildlife Refuges, fish
hatcheries, public lands, and certain water projects in western states. The
Regional Environmental Officer (REO) manages the department's response
programs for oil and hazardous materials spills and oversees the department's
responsibilities as a trustee for natural resources. Trustee responsibilities include
devising and carrying our a plan for restoration, rehabilitation, or acquisition of
equivalent natural resources and to carry our damage assessment. The
department may become involved in spill response once contacted through the
REOs who are designated members of the RRT. In addition, bureaus and offices
have relevant expertise as follows:
5617.10 U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Geology, hydrology (ground and surface waters), and natural hazards.
5617.11 Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
Minerals, soils, vegetation, wildlife, habitat, archaeology, wilderness, and
hazardous materials.
5617.12 Minerals Management Service (MMS)
Staff facilities for Outer Continental Shelf oversight.
5617.13 Bureau of Mines (BOM)
Analysis and identification of inorganic hazardous substances and technical
expertise in metals and metallurgy relevant to site cleanup.
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5617.14 National Park Service (NPS)
Natural and cultural expertise, including wilderness, archaeology, Archaeological
Resource Protection Act (ARPA), wildlife, fisheries, vegetation, air quality.
Emergency Management: Incident Command System expertise.
5617.15 Bureau of Reclamation (BOR)
Operation and maintenance of water projects in the west, engineering, hydrology,
and reservoirs.
5617.16 Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)
Coordination for activities affecting Indian lands, shellfish harvest areas, and
cultural sites. Assistance in identifying Indian tribal government officials.
5617.17 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)
Anadromous and certain other fishes and wildlife, including endangered and
threatened species, migratory birds, and certain marine mammals; waters and
wetlands; containments affecting habitat resources; and laboratory research
facilities. This federal agency is also a member of the Washington Wildlife Rescue
Coalition, and represents the Federal government's interests in fish and wildlife.
5617.18 U.S. Department of Justice (DQJ)
Can provide expert legal advice on compljcated legal questions arising from
discharges or releases and federal agency responses. DOJ represents the federal
government, including its agencies, in litigation relating to discharges.
5617.19 U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)/Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA)
Provides advice and assistance to the EPA and other NRT/RRT agencies as well
as to the OSC regarding hazards to persons engaged in response activities.
Technical assistance may include review of safety plans and work practices and
help with other compliance questions. OSHA may also take any other action
necessary to ensure that employees are properly protected at response activities.
Questions about occupational safety and health at these sites should be referred
to OSHA regional offices.
5617.20 U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
Provides response expertise pertaining to transportation of oil or hazardous
substances by all modes of transportation. DOT's responsibilities also include:
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• Reconstructing and repairing interstate highways as a result of accidental,
natural, disaster, or other emergency
• Removing obstructions/encroachments from interstate highway rights of way
• Closing interstate highways and restricting travel when there is danger to traffic
5620 State Resources/Agencies
5621 Governmental Official Liaisons (Governor's Aide, County Executive)
5622 Trustees for Natural Resources
5622.1 Washington
Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDFW) - trustee offish, shellfish,
wildlife, and associated habitats; also trustee of wildlife management lands and
public access sites.
Washington Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) - trustee of state-owned
aquatic lands and associated habitat, including kelp, eelgrass, and other aquatic
plants, as well as sediments.
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission - trustee of state park lands,
including public recreation sites and associated natural resources.
Washington Department of Health - responsible for public health associated with
shellfish beds.
Washington Department of Ecology - trustee of state water, air, and sediment
quality.
Washington Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation - responsible for
protection of historic and archaeological sites.
5623 State Emergency Response Committees(SERC)
5623.1 Washington
5623.1.1 State Emergency Response Commission
SERC was formed in response to the federal "Emergency Planning and
Community Right-to-Know Act" intended to increase public knowledge of
hazardous chemicals in their communities and the dangers posed when releases
occur to the environment.
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5623.1.2 Military Department, Emergency Management Division
Responsible for:
• Developing and maintaining a Hazardous Materials Emergency Support
Fuction
® Developing and maintaining a state Comprehensive Emergency Management
Plan
• Maintaining a 24-hour capability to receive notification of incidents and requests
for assistance and initial notification to local, state, and federal response
agencies
• Activating the state Emergency Operations Center (EOC) as needed to
coordinate state resource identification and acquisition in support of Ecology
response.
• Deploying EMD liaison/coordinator to the Ecology Command Post to support
Ecology response activities.
• Providing a Public Information Officer (PIO) to the Joint Information Center
(JIC)
« Providing communications links via CEMNET and other EMD systems on a
routine or emergency basis to Ecology and contractor personnel.
• Maintaining an updated list of NRDA team members as submitted by
participating agencies
o maintaining and updating a notification list of federal, state and local agencies
involved in emergency response
• Coordinating procurement of state resources for use by the OSC or as
requested by local EMD or other designated local or state response agencies
• Coordinating and participating in emergency exercises and drills to the extent
possible
5623.2 Oregon
5623.2.1 Oregon Emergency Response System (OERS) Council
A body of state agencies involved in emergency response which meets on a
monthly basis to review the roles and responsibilities of state agencies in spill
response, system needs and improvements, and communication capabilities.
5623.2.2 Interagency Hazard Communication Council (IHCC)
Functions as the State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) for Oregon. It
is composed of government and industry officials appointed by the Governor to
implement the provisions of Title III of the Federal Superfund Amendments and
Reauthorization Act (SARA) of 1986. The group approves Local Emergency
Response Plans. The group also designates emergency planning districts and
provides oversight to the Local Emergency Planning Committee.
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5623.2.3 Regional Marine Safety Committees
There are two Regional Marine Safety Committees in Oregon. The Columbia River
committee operates jointly with the State of Washington, and the Oregon Coast
committee has two subcommittees for Coos Bay and Yaquina Bay. The Regional
committees develop safety plans and make recommendations to the Board of
Maritime Pilots, the Coast Guard, and ports on maritime safety issues. The
committees are managed by the Ports Division of the Economic Development
Department.
5623.2.4 Emergency Management (OEM)
• Maintains 24-hour notification and coordination capability, OERS (Oregon
Emergency Response System).
• Notifies lead state agencies, other notifications made as needed or upon
request.
• Activates, operates and maintains the State's Emergency Operations Center.
© Provides and/or coordinates statewide communications systems.
5623.3 Idaho
5623.3.1 Idaho Bureau of Hazardous Material (BHM)
The Idaho Bureau of Hazardous Materials is designated by state law to carry out
the functions of a state emergency response commission as described by the
federal Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (EPCRA). In
addition there is formed, within the office of the governor, a broadly based
Emergency Response Commission that advises the governor on all hazards facing
Idaho's citizens, including hazardous materials.
5624 State Environmental Agencies
5624.1 Washington Department of Ecology
Ecology is the lead state agency for environmental pollution response within the
state of Washington. As such, it has pre-designated On-scene Coordinators for
spills occurring in state jurisdiction. In this role, Ecology effectively represents all
state agencies and the interests of the state and its citizens. In the event of a spill
occurring on a state highway, Ecology coordinates with the Washington State
Patrol (WSP), which assumes responsibility as IC, and acts as the lead agency
responsible for clean-up activities. The key responsibilities of Ecology include.
• Representing state laws and interests in spills by acting as the state On-scene
Coordinator (SOSC) in the Unified Command System.
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« Providing 24-hour emergency response to reported spill incidents.
o Notifying the EMD.
• Notifying the United States Coast Guard (USCG) and the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA).
• Determining the source, cause, and responsible party.
• Assuming responsibilities of responsible party if spiller cannot be located or is
unresponsive.
• Ensuring that containment, clean-up, and disposal are carried out in a timely
and adequate manner.
• Monitoring the safety of Ecology spill response personnel.
• Initiating enforcement action as appropriate.
• Effectively coordinating spill response efforts with other state, federal, and local
agencies.
o Establishing joint information center with federal, state, and local agencies, and
the responsible party.
• Activating and coordinating the Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA)
team.
« Participating in the Washington Wildlife Rescue Coalition.
• Notifying the appropriate resource trustee agency if injury to fish, shellfish,
habitat, wildlife or damage to cultural resources is noted or suspected as a
result of a spill.
• Requesting from the National Guard, local fire crews, and prison facilities
personnel and support equipment for response purposes if necessary via EMD.
<* Additional responsibilities include:
® Acting as head of the state ICS (a role .for the Director or designated
representative of Ecology).
« Maintaining a list of clean-up contractors.
• Approving vessel and facility prevention and contingency plans.
• Developing certification procedures for key oil facility personnel.
• Serving as state lead agency under the National Contingency Plan (NCP).
• Serving as state representative on the Regional Response Team (RRT).
• Coordinating information management with federal agencies and the RP.
• Providing funding as appropriate for spill response activities.
o Coordinating and documenting the recovery of costs incurred by the state
during a spill incident.
• Advising parties on the use of dispersants and in situ burning and coordinating
their use with the Regional Response Team.
o Initiating (where Ecology is sole trust agency) a detailed resource damage
assessment.
• Approving primary response contractors.
• Evaluating and developing clean-up and disposal options.
• Assisting in notification of state agencies.
• Notifying interested parties:
~ Local government
~ Tribes
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~ Environmental groups
~ Volunteer organizations
~ State legislators
~ Oregon/British Columbia
~ Conduct on-site inspection of commercial vessels and oil handling
facilities
~ Investigates the cause of commercial vessel and oil handling facility
incidents
~ Provide maritime expertice, such as advice on vessel salvage operations
• Ecology will work with public and private parties whose land and other property
may be affected by an oil or hazardous substance discharge and assume the
following responsibilities:
• Identifying the RP (if known) and explain the role of the RP in responding to the
incident.
• Identifying any hazards which exist or might exist as a result of the spill.
• Explaining the activities which Ecology can and cannot do in monitoring or
responding to the incident.
• Providing technical assistance, if requested, on issues of clean-up, waste
disposal, and other incident related activities.
• Identifying any necessary permits required for clean-up activities.Coordinating
development/ maintenance of GRPs for Washington waters.
Ecology is a member of the Coalition and will be responsible for coordinating
volunteer management with the Department of Fish and Wildlife and other
agencies. Ecology is responsible for the development and maintenance of the
Washington State Volunteer Management Plan.
5624.1.1 Washington State Department of Ecology Inland Responsibilities
Although EPA bears primary responsibility for inland spill incidents that occur
within the inland zone of Washington, for certain spill responses Washington State
Department of Ecology may be asked to act as an on-scene representative to EPA
under Federal response authorities. Also, Ecology often responds to spills under
state statutory authorities, making a federal response unnecessary. A draft
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlining this arrangement is currently the
subject of discussions between EPA and Ecology.
5624.1.2 Washington State Department of Ecology Regions
Ecology is divided into four distinct regions across the state. Each region has
predesignated SOSCs, and it is this SOSC that carries Ecology's primary
responsibility in spill response activities within the region in which the incident
occurs.
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5624.1.3 Washington State Department of Ecology SOSC Responsibilities
Once alerted to a spill, the SOSC/Ecology may engage in either a monitoring role
or a response role, depending on the circumstances of the spill and on-going
response efforts (in the event the spill occurs upon federal lands, the SOSC will
respond and assist in clean-up as time and personnel allow, but only after federal
agencies have exhausted their clean-up responsibility options).
In a monitoring capacity, the SOSC is responsible for ensuring that the spiller
properly manages the initial response and containment effort, clean-up, disposal of
contaminated debris and restoration of the environment in a manner that is
acceptable to the state, the local jurisdictions, and the public. In addition, the
SOSC/Ecology is responsible for coordinating clean-up efforts and representing
other state agencies on the RRT.
In the event the SOSC/Ecology determines that the spiller's response is
inadequate, or no spiller/responsible party can be located, it may take over
response efforts and assume a clean-up role. In this role, Ecology effectively
assumes the responsibilities of the responsible party including containment, clean-
up, disposal of oily waste and debris, and the restoration of the environment. It is
a responsibility of the regional OSC to become familiar with the capability of local
responders, local emergency plans as they pertain to spills and to h'elp develop
workable local plans with the appropriate local planning agencies.
5624.1.4 Washington State Ecology Response Team
The Ecology Response Team consists of Washington State Department of
Ecology regional office and headquarters personnel. This team is responsible for
determining the source, cause, and responsible party, as well as initiating
enforcement action as appropriate. Additional responsibilities include ensuring
containment, clean up, and disposal are carried out adequately. The team
coordinates its actions with other federal, state, and local agencies.
5624.2 Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
Lead State Agency for oil and hazardous materials incidents. Coordinates state
assistance during oil spills and hazardous material incidents.
• Receives notification via OERS.
o Notifies OERS and local response personnel if first on scene or notified by
other than OERS personnel.
• Provides technical assistance and advises on necessary protective actions.
• Evaluates the environmental implications of a spill. In coordination with the
State Health Division, evaluates possible public health effects.
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• Coordinates state support to on scene personnel in cooperation with Oregon
Emergency Management.
• Identifies priority areas for protection and cleanup in,consultation with other
state and federal agencies.
• Coordinates public information with other PIOs in the JIC.
• Liaison with federal agencies, adjacent states, local governments, tribes,
environmental groups, volunteers, private firms (shippers, carriers, etc.), as
needed.
• Collects and analyzes water, soil, vegetation or tissue samples.
• Identifies cleanup requirements.
• Works with FOSC and RP to ensure that cleanup/restoration is done to
specified standards.
• If necessary, coordinates with Governor to exercise Governor's authority to
protect health, safety and the environment.
• Identifies potential interim storage sites for oiled debris.
• Identifies potential disposal sites and/or methods and ensures that
contaminated materials are disposed of in appropriate manner.
• Investigates cause of spill and pursues enforcement actions.
• Carries out trustee responsibilities including development and implementation
of a plan for restoration, rehabilitation, replacement or acquisition of equivalent
natural resources and to carry out damage assessment.
• Serves as a state Natural Resource Damage Assessment trustee.
• Serves on the Regional Response Team.
5624.2.1 Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW)
• Notifies OERS and local emergency response personnel if first on scene or
notified.by other than OERS personnel.
• Responds to incidents that could degrade land or water to the point that fish or
wildlife would be adversely affected, or their habitat degraded or destroyed.
• Evaluates and documents impact on fish and wildlife and scales payment of
damages for losses of fish, wildlife or habitat.
• Serves as a state Natural Resource Damage Assessment trustee.
• Provides advice, counsel and logistics support, as necessary and if possible.
• Provides state oversight of wildlife rescue effort, including coordinator(s) for
wildlife rehabilitation volunteer management.
• Provides public information regarding wildlife rehabilitation.
• Assists in determining priority areas for protection and cleanup.
• Liaison with federal agencies, as needed.
5624.2.2 Department of Forestry (ODOF)
• Notifies OERS and local emergency response personnel if first on scene or
upon receiving a report from a forest operator.
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• If requested by the lead state agency, the Department of Forestry is capable of
mobilizing a substantial response organization to provide support to emergency
responders (radio systems, dispatch and command center trailers, public
information personnel, kitchens and other support services).
5624.3 Idaho Division of Environmental Quality
During a hazardous materials Incident, the Division will:
« Provide a Communications Moderator, Environmental Coordinator and
Environmental Investigator in support of the Incident Commander. (In the case
of radioactive or mixed wastes, the INEEL Oversight Program staff will staff the
Communications Moderator, Environmental Investigator and Environmental
Coordinator functions.)
e Assess and evaluate incident environmental risks.
• Coordinate environmental investigations and monitoring programs with involved
agencies.
• Oversee cleanup and disposal of hazardous wastes, substances and materials,
and deleterious materials.
• Develop and update the IDHW/DEQ information (Tab 2) portion of the state
response plan.
• Develop and maintain a state-wide comprehensive emergency response roster.
• Maintain a record of all environmental emergency response incidents involving
DEQ and its contractors.
© Notify and assist Department of Health and Welfare Public Information Officer."
5625 Law Enforcement Agencies
5625.1 Washington
5625.1.1 State Patrol (WSP)
Acts as the designated Incident command agency for incidents on interstate and
state highways, and other roads and jurisdictions as delegated. When a spill
occurs on a state highway, Ecology joins the Unified Command and acts as the
lead agency for clean-up response. Specifically, the WSP:
• Assist local authorities with local law enforcement operations and evacuations
of all persons and property
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Coordinates and maintains liaison with the state Department of Corrections,
WDW, licensing Commission, Military, WDNR, Liquor Control Board, WP&RC,
and the Utilities and Transportation Commission for use of their available
personnel and equipment, for reinforcement and special emergency
assignments.
Assists the EMD receive and disseminate of warning information to state and
local government
Provides communication resources in support of statewide emergency
operational needs.
Coordinates law enforcement and emergency traffic control throughout the
state. Enforces emergency highway regulations
Assumes the role of IC on all state, and inter-state highways, and a variety of
political subdivisions:
~ Currently IC in over 400 political subdivisions, including cities, towns,
ports, counties, and fire districts
~ The IC is required to function under federal regulations
~ The IC can offer immunity to liability under the "Good Samaritan" statute
(RCW 70.136)
~ The WSP is required to provide supervisory assistance to other IC
agencies when requested
Provides radiological monitoring
Provides security at the state Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during
disaster operations
Provides aircraft for reconnaissance of disaster impacted areas
Serves as the lead agency in the state EOC for coordinating disaster law
enforcement activities
Provides PIO support to the office of the governor and the EMD during an
emergency, and during recover operations
Serves as one of the three members of the State Emergency Response
Commission (SERC)
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Serves as Chair of the Emergency Response sub-Committee of the State
Hazardous Materials Advisory Committee
5625.2 Oregon
5625.2.1 State Police (OSP)
Receives initial OERS notification on weekends, holidays, and after hours; notifies
Oregon Emergency Management Duty Officer. Acts as initial Incident Command
Agency until local command agency or appropriate federal agency is on scene, or
if no local agency is available. Provides Law Enforcement support including traffic
control, crowd control and site security. Coordinates mortuary services.
5625.3 Idaho State Police (ISP)
The State Police have the statutory duty pursuant to Idaho Code Section 19-4804
to (a) enforce all of the penal and regulatory laws of the state; and (b) require the
persons using the highways to do so carefully; and (c) protect the physical portions
of the highways and enforce laws promoting highway safety. Additionally, Idaho
Code Section 61-807 charges the State Police (together with the Public Utilities
Commission and the Idaho Transportation Department) with the enforcement of
the Public Utilities Commission's motor carrier safety regulations.
A member of the Idaho State Police is frequently the first law enforcement officer to
arrive at the scene of a hazardous material incident on the highways of the State of
Idaho. Upon notification of any hazardous material incident, ISP will respond
according to its established policy. ISP will provide a Transportation Enforcement
Coordinator.
The Transportation Enforcement Coordinator (TEC), appointed by the Incident
Commander, is responsible for overseeing the investigation of the
accident/incident relative to enforcement of transportation regulations. The TEC
must possess the capability and authority to enforce the code of federal
regulations and applicable state laws that govern the transportation of hazardous
materials. Providing support to the Incident Commander, the TEC's primary
concerns include protection of the accident/incident scene, obtaining information
and collecting evidence necessary to support civil and/or criminal proceedings.
The State Police employ five hazardous materials specialists, and 10 Motor
Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP) officers who are specially trained in
motor carrier enforcement including hazardous chemical and radioactive material
response. ISP supervisors with the rank of Sergeant through Major, are trained in
the hazmat first responder operations level and incident command. A hazmat
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awareness level course for the first responder is provided to Peace Officers
Standards and Training by the Idaho State Police.
A telephone call to any Idaho State Police District office can initiate the Idaho State
Police response. Verification of a hazardous materials incident will immediately be
relayed to ISP Staff Headquarters in Meridian (884-7200). The appropriate
response plans, local and/or state-wide, would be initiated."
5626 Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Response Teams
Federal, state, and private Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Response Teams
provide specialized technical support to the UC. Contact each team to
determine its capability and qualifications.
Under the direction of the UC these teams may verify or help establish the
following:
Spill containment.
* Hazard determination.
* Measurements of concentrations of materials.
* Contamination control.
* Control of exposure for emergency workers and the public.
* On-scene liaison.
Initial decontamination (if necessary).
* Environmental protection measures.
* Support to hospital emergency room (if possible and necessary) for
contamination control.
See additional Hazmat information in section 7000
5627 Other State Agencies
5627.1 Washington
5627.1.1 Department of Agriculture (WDOA)
Responsible for:
• Providing Technical Assistance
• Laboratory testing and sampling for spills involving pesticides
• Food product testing (e.g. milk, seaweed, etc.)
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5627.1.2 Department of Community Development/Office of Archaeology and
Historic Preservation
Responsible for taking all appropriate and necessary steps to protect the state's
significant archaeological and cultural resources.
5627.1.3 Department of Health (WDOH)
Has responsibility for beach closures for human health and safety purposes,
utilization of contaminated food organisms, and general health-related matters for
the safety of the public. In addition, WDOH is to render all appropriate laboratory
support and services to the SOSC. WDOH is a participant in the NRDA team.
5627.1.4 Department of Labor and Industries/Washington Industrial Safety
and Health Administration (WISHA/DLI)
Primarily responsible for assuring that employers, including oil spill clean-up
contractors. Ecology, and other state agencies, are providing safe and healthful
workplaces for their employees. This responsibility is carried out through
enforcement of rules promulgated under authority granted in RCW 49.17. WISHA
also offers a consulting service to employers to assist in their efforts to comply with
the above referenced regulations. Prior to an emergency, WISHA responsibilities
include:
• Conducting inspections of oil storage and transit facilities
• Evaluating facility emergency response plans
• Determining whether first responders are properly trained
• Assisting in the development of plans and procedures which meet the
requirement of WISHA regulations
With respect to oil spills, DLI's specific responsibilities under WAC 296-62-300
entail the performance of spill responder employers. DLI will evaluate the
following:
• The development of a safety and health program
• Site characterization
• Site control
• Medical surveillance
• Decontamination procedures
• Emergency response procedures
• Personal protective equipment requirements
Additional responsibilities may involve:
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• Providing information and technical assistance to the OSC and responsible
party
• Conducting inspections of employers involved in spill response efforts by
compliance officers
Stationing a compliance officer in the command post to assist the OSC make
decisions relative to employee safety and worker training issues
L&l establishes and enforces safety requirements for emergency spill response,
including for the use of volunteers.
5627.1.5 Parks and Recreation Commission (WP&RC)
Has the responsibility for maintaining the biological, cultural, natural, and structural
resources of numerous underwater parks, beach properties, mooring buoys, boat
launches, and related recreational facilities and assorted equipment, which may be
damaged by large spills of oil or other hazardous materials. WP&RC may provide
equipment and technical assistance in the spill response effort. WP&RC will
conduct a small spill prevention and education program. WP&RC is an active
participant in the NRDA team.
5627.1.6 Department of Transportation (WDOT)
May provide traffic control, equipment, and personnel for non-hazardous clean-up
activities on state and interstate highways. The WDOT may provide and mobilize
equipment necessary in a major spill incident.
5627.2 Oregon
5627.2.1 Department of Transportation (ODOT)
• Notifies OERS and local emergency response personnel if first on scene.
• Closes state highways and reroutes traffic when requested and necessary.
Provides personnel and barricades to implement a closure and detour. Will
direct spiller to start immediate cleanup if incident occurs on state highways.
Can assist with logistics and equipment, as needed.
• For transportation incidents involving motor carriers, the ODOT Motor Carrier
Transportation Branch provides investigation after the incident has been
stabilized. ODOT regulates the transport of hazardous materials by motor
carrier in Oregon.
• For transportation incidents involving rail, the ODOT Rail Section provides
investigation after the incident has been stabilized. ODOT regulates the
transport of hazardous materials by rail in Oregon.
• ODOT's Board of Maritime Pilots establishes pilotage grounds, licenses
maritime pilots, sets pilotage fees, and conducts hearings. The Board also has
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the authority to set requirements for certain vessels carrying oil in pilotage
grounds.
5627.2.2 Parks and Recreation Department
• Notifies OERS and local emergency response personnel if first on scene.
• For an incident affecting a state park, Parks and Recreation personnel assist
other agencies in crowd and/or traffic control and provide equipment and
facilities, as possible.
• Assists in determination of site location for command post, access points, etc.,
as needed.
• Provide information on cultural resources.
• Evaluates and documents impacts to State Park land and scales payment of
damages for losses.
« Provides advice, counsel, and logistics support as necessary and if possible.
5627.2.3 Division of State Lands (DSL)
• Notifies OERS and local emergency response personnel if first on scene.
• Lead state agency for removal and fill activities, including wetlands.
o For an incident affecting DSL lands, provides advice, counsel, and logistics
support as necessary and if possible.
Evaluates and documents impacts to and scales payment of damages for losses.
5627.2.4 Department of Agriculture (ODOA).
• Provides some technical information on pesticides and fertilizers.
• Evaluates the adverse impact of an accident on agricultural resources (crops
and dairy products)
• Provides laboratory analysis capability
• Provides assistance during incidents to prevent shellfish contamination.
5627.2.5 Health Division (OSHD)
• Lead Sate Agency for all radiation emergencies other than transportation
accidents and maintains the State Radiation Emergency Response Field Team.
• Provides coordination and assistance during incidents involving hazardous
materials and oil to protect public health and to prevent drinking water
contamination.
• Notifies OERS if first notified or first on scene.
• Assures that Hazardous Substance training is provided to emergency medical
personnel prior to spill response.
• Evaluates public health implications of incident.
• Recommends measures to protect public health.
• Coordinates emergency medical services within state.
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• Collects and analyzes samples, as needed, for drinking water or radiological
agents.
• Ensure that cleanup and restoration is done to specified standards for biological
or radiological agents.
• Coordinates public information with local PIO.
5627.2.6 Occupational Safety and Health Administration
• Investigates employee injuries or fatalities
• Oversees training and administers OSHA safety standards to ensure health
and safety of paid and volunteer workers.
5627.2.7 Office of Energy (OOE)
Lead State Agency for transportation emergencies involving radioactive materials,
for radiation incidents involving nuclear facilities such as Trojan and Hanford, and
for ensuring a coordination response to a pertoleum shortage. Office of Energy
and the state Health Division work together to:
• Provide training, drills, and exercises for state and local responders.
• Distribute and maintain radiation detection equipment.
• Coordinate plans and procedures.
• Receive notification via OERS.
• Coordinate State response regarding radiation hazards.
• Provide technical assessment and protective action recommendations.
• Coordinate public information with local PIOs.
• Liaison with federal agencies, adjacent states, & private firms (shippers,
carriers, etc.) as needed.
5627.2.8 Fire Marshal's Office (SFM)
• Notifies OERS if first on scene.
• Arranges for fire service response to on scene operations when Conflagration
Act is initiated through the Governor, allowing him to call in resources from
outlying fire districts.
• Coordinates response of Regional HAZMAT Teams.
• Through field deputies provides communications, logistics, and other support to
local Incident Commander during conflagrations, as requested.
• Provides hazardous materials planning and response training assistance to all
local and state government agencies.
• Provides fixed site information on oil and hazardous materials from hazardous
substance survey database.
• Maintains hazardous materials incident reporting system, record incidents for
informational and statistical purposes.
• Maintains Oregon State Fire Service HAZMAT Equipment Resource Directory.
• Maintains hazardous materials incident communications through the FIRE NET
radio system.
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5627.2.9 Military Department (National Guard, Army and Air)
When authorized by the Governor, in a major incident provides site security,
administers first aid and care for evacuees, transports specialists, and assists in
the recovery, identification and disposition of the deceased.
5627.2.10 Oregon State University
• Can call on a wide variety of expertise on a non-emergency basis.
• Operates the Extension Toxicology Network (http://ace.orst.edu/info/extoxnet)
and the Oregon Toxicology Information Center which can provide specific
information on toxicology.
5627.3 Idaho
5627.3.1 Idaho Transportation Department (ITD)
ITD's intended level of hazardous materials involvement is generally limited to
transportation related spills or releases.
ITD employees attend a 4-hour Hazardous Materials Training Session, provided by
the department, to become familiar with placarding, standard operating
procedures, characteristics of chemicals, health hazards and emergency
procedures.
ITD personnel can be utilized for traffic control, to include: signing, barricading,
flagging and road closures.
ITD may aid State and/or Local organizations in evacuation if necessary to protect
human life.
Only ITD has authority to close a state numbered or U.S. numbered highway. Call
the ITD district office to request a road closure or to report that a road closure has
been accomplished.
SPILL CONTAINMENT
ITD can cover and/or contain unknown material not immediately dangerous to life
and health until appropriate disposal measures can be taken. ITD can attempt to
contain spills which are not life threatening, based on materials and equipment
availability by:
Damming the material with fine ashes, sand, or earth.
Trenching a hazardous substance to a hole or depression.
Diverting a hazardous substance away from streams or sewers.
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Catching hazardous materials in containers.
CLEANUP
ITD can not engage in clean-up activities unless directed by the District Engineer
or a higher authority. ITD may render emergency aid to contain a spill and
undertake actions required to prevent injury and property damage.
ITD will not remove materials from a site without first knowing the identity of the
materials, the proper disposal method, the identity of the responsible party and
then only with an ITD supervisor approval.
5627.3.2 Idaho Department of Fish and Game
Functions of Department of Fish and Game:
1. Provide auxiliary police assistance to Idaho State Police. Conservation
Officers will respond to requests from District State Police Dispatchers
to assist with traffic control, evacuation and other related police duties in
case of hazardous materials spill.
2. Provide assistance, as requested by the Incident Commander or
Communications Moderator, in monitoring and evaluating possible
impacts to fish and wildlife resources from a hazardous materials
incident.
5627.3.3 Idaho Department of Agriculture
The Department of Agriculture conducts various activities which may provide
some assistance to emergency response personnel.
Within the Division of Agricultural Technology, under the Bureau of
Education and Compliance, there are a number of field personnel who investigate
pesticide misuse. The investigators are located in various areas throughout the
state and may be of assistance when information is needed relating to the
distribution or use of pesticides or in locating licensed applicators and/or dealers.
The Bureau of Agrichemical Standards maintains a complete file of all
registered pesticide labels sold or used in the state, as well as a file of all licensed
applicators and dealers. Additionally, this bureau maintains a file of all licensed
fertilizer dealers and registered fertilizer products sold in Idaho, maintains a file of
labels for registered fertilizers, and has a field force of investigators knowledgeable
in fertilizer distribution within the state.
The Division of Animal Industries has an inspection force knowledgeable in
animal health related matters. Assistance may be valuable in the event of
suspected radiation exposure to animals. The State Veterinarian is the contact for
information relating to these activities:
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In addition, the State Veterinarian requests notification when domestic
animals are involved in any emergency response call. Assistance may be valuable
in the event of suspected radiation exposure to animals.
5627.3.4 Idaho Division of Health
The Division of Health will be responsible for: 1) contact and communication; 2)
emergency medical response direction; 3) technical assistance; and, 4) laboratory
support with regard to hazardous material incidents that occur in Idaho. The
support will be coordinated by the Division Administrator through the Office of
Environmental Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, Bureau of
Communicable Diseases, and Bureau of Laboratories."
5627.3.5 Idaho Department of Water Resources (IDWR)
The Department of Water Resources should be notified of any hazardous materials
emergency (radioactive or non-radioactive) which will likely affect any surface
water, dams, water wells, and waste disposal and injection wells.
• The Department may be able to forewarn water users of impending problems.
• Any stream channel alteration requires the approval of IDWR. This may be
necessary during the clean-up process. An emergency waiver can be given if
conditions warrant and it is requested.
« IDWR has administrative authority to enforce safety considerations at water
and tailings impoundments.
• IDWR has administrative authority over operation and abandonment of waste
disposal and injection wells, and monitoring and exploration holes.
• IDWR has administrative authority over construction, maintenance and
abandonment of water wells including monitoring wells.
5627.3.6 Idaho Bureau of Disaster Services (BDS)
• BDS establishes and maintains a State EOC for coordinating, controlling and
directing state emergency operations in support of local jurisdictions.
• BDS maintains continuity and congruence of this plan with the State
Emergency Plan, Part II, Governor's Executive Order, and the various County
Emergency Operations Plans.
• BDS, in support of this plan, assists in coordination of: communications,
transportation, volunteers, logistics, planning, training and exercising.
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• BDS coordinates state activities when a state declaration is eminent or
declared.
• BDS coordinates the formation of Multi-Agency Damage Assessment Teams in
support of this plan, local government and/or state Declaration as appropriate.
(Annex L, Idaho Emergency Plan, Part II)
• BDS prepares state declaration and formal request for Federal assistance
when appropriate. (Annex L and M, Idaho Emergency Plan, Part II.)
BDS coordinates requests for DOE-ID emergency radiological assistance pursuant
to the MOU between the State of Idaho and the US Department of Emergency for
radiological assistance response as prescribed under the DOE-ID Radiological
Assistance Plan."
5627.3.7 Idaho National Engineering and Environmental Laboratory
Oversight Program (INEEL-OP)
The Oversight Program (OP) monitors, assesses and responds to normal and
abnormal operations of the Department of Energy=s (DOE) Idaho National
Engineering Laboratory (INEL). In addition, the OP responds to radiological
incidents throughout the State. Both the Boise and Idaho Falls offices can provide
a variety of technical and administrative services to support the State.
The INEL-OP employs health physicists and other radiological experts at
the Idaho Falls Office. These staff members will, in the event of a radiological
incident:
1) serve as Communications Moderators to provide radiological expertise and
support to incident characterization and classification,
2) provide dose assessment and risk information, and
3) depending upon the circumstances, assist or direct the states radiological
environmental investigation in support of the incident commander. For radiological
incidents, the OP will serve as Communications Moderator. For other incidents
that may involve radiological materials or the INEL, the OP will provide a
recommendation of an appropriate state agency or department to serve as
Communications Moderator.
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5628 Indian Tribes
Spills may affect tribes by either occurring' on or near a reservation, or by
threatening treaty reserved resources (including habitat) or cultural areas. There
are 39 federally recognized Indian Tribes in the Northwest Area.
24 in Washington:
0 Chehalis
0 Colville
0 Hoh
0 Jamestown Klallam
0 Kalispel
0 Makah
0 Muckleshoot
0 Nisqually
0 Nooksack
0 Port Gambel - Klallam
0 Puyallup
0 Qulieute
0 Quinault
0 Sauk - Suiatle
0 Shoal water Bay
0 Skokomish
0 Spokane
0 Squaxin Island
0 Stillaquamish
0 Suquamish
0 Swinomish
0 Tulalip
0 Upper Skagit
0 Yakima
Nine in Oregon:
0 Burns Paiute
0 Coos - Lower Umpqua - Siuslaw
0 Coquille Indian Tribe
0 Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Indians
0 Grand Ronde, Confederated Tribes
0 Klamath
0 Siletz
0 Umatilla
0 Warm Springs
Four in Idaho:
0 Coeurd'Alene
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0 Kootenai
0 Nez Perce
0 Shoshone Bannock
The reservations vary in size from those that own only the land where the tribal
headquarters is located, to those like the Colville, Warm Springs, Yakima, Makah,
and Fort Hall who each own very large reservations. Each Tribe has governmental
responsibilities on their respective reservation. Most have active police
departments and some system of emergency response, usually including trained
volunteer first aid responders working in conjunction with a volunteer fire
department.
In addition to land areas owned outright, many tribes have treaty rights to use of
land and waters outside their reservation lands. Tribal lands but both marine and
inland waterways. Treaty rights make tribes a partner in planning and often an
impacted resource owner. Tribes have participated in developing Geographic
Response Plans (GRPs). Tribes are considered sovereign entities when planning
for and responding to oil spill or hazardous substance releases. The Unified
Command system provides for tribal involvement during response activities. Initial
notification of spills is made through the Department of Interior (DOI) and (WDOE).
On-scene coordination is directly with tribal representatives. If a spill impacts tribal
land, tribal governments will have authority over the use of volunteers.
5630 Local Resources/Agencies
Washington
Under state law and the State Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan,
different local departments have different responsibilities and capabilities which
may be utilized in a major oil or hazardous substance discharge. The following
responsibilities are typically shared among local fire, law enforcement, emergency
medical, public works, health departments, etc., for incidents involving oil or
hazardous materials:
• Notification to EMD
• Initial hazard determination and containment
• Communications
• Search and rescue (SAR)
• Liaison with other local officials
• Provides evacuation/ shelter and mutual aid to other local EMD's
5631 Trustees for Natural Resources
5632 Local Emergency Planning Committees(LEPC)
5632.1 Washington
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5632.1.1 Emergency Management Agencies
May be involved with planning, training and assisting with interagency
coordination. During incidents, may activate the community Emergency
Operations Center (EOC) to support on-scene operations and requests for
resources and other assistance. May support each other under mutual aid to
augment staff or provide liaison. May be involved with the Local Emergency
Planning Committee under Title III of SARA.
The responsibilities of local government's EMD include:
® Acting as the coordinator for the various local emergency organizations and as
the local liaison to Washington State EMD when that agency is involved.
• Contacting local landowners. (May also be performed by local Health
Department).
© Establishing a Joint Information Center (JIC).
• Coordinating and maintaining liaison with local government units (fire, medical,
public works, sheriff-law enforcement).
• Providing communications with local government and industry.
Most jurisdictions have identified an Emergency Operations Center from which
local operations are coordinated and supported. The facilities are usually found in
the basement of local courthouses or some other fixed facility and are managed by
the local department of emergency management. Field Command Posts are
established by Incident Command Agencies to direct operations from the field.
Local EMD in Washington state has developed a mutual aid system to assist each
other, when needed, in an oil spill or other major emergency. An "overhead team"
of local emergency managers with oil spill, incident command, and response
planning and experience has been developed. It may be activated by contacting
any team member or through the state EMD Duty Officer, by any local EMD
needing assistance. The response is done on a concept of mutual aid with all
costs being borne by the responder and their respective jurisdiction unless specific
arrangements are made with the requesting jurisdiction. Assistance could include,
but not be limited to, policy level representation in the unified command, liaison,
emergency public information and/or communications.
The size of the local government, its resources, and available personnel will greatly
influence the existence and scope of local plans. Plans that are developed or
updated are to be reviewed by the regional OSC of Ecology. Local government
Emergency Management Directors and staff may assist each other under mutual
aid to augment local responses staff and to provide liaison with other response
agencies.
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City or county governments may play a role in volunteer management during oil
spills in providing support to the wildlife rescue effort or in implementing the State's
Emergency Worker Program for other volunteer tasks.
5633 Local Environmental Agencies
5634 Law Enforcement Agencies
5634.1 Washington
Responsible for crowd control, traffic control, scene security, and in some cases,
evacuation.
5635 Port Authority/Harbormaster
5636 Fire Departments
5636.1 Washington
Generally a primary local response agency. Many have designated themselves
the "Incident Command Agency" as per RCW 70.136. As capabilities differ, this
may range from fully equipped teams which do most response actions to just the
fire command personnel providing incident management.
5637 Hazardous Substances Responses Teams
5638 Explosive Ordinance Details(EOD)
5639 Site Safety Personnel/Health Departments
5639.1 Washington
May deal with such issues as personnel protection, public health, environmental
impacts and identification of unknown products. Also may assist the Incident
Command Agency with information disposal techniques or identification of disposal
contractors.
5640 Private Resources
5641 Clean-up Companies (BOA & Non-BOA)
5642 Media(Television, Radio, Newspaper)
5643 Salvage Companies/Divers
5644 Fishing Cooperatives and Fleets
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5645 Wildlife Rescue Organizations
5645.1 Washington
5645.1.1 Wildlife Rehabilitation Contractors
Wildlife rehabilitation contractors play an important role in implementing the Wildlife
Rescue and Response Plan. They will be hired by the Wildlife Rescue Coordinator
to perform rescue and rehabilitation of oiled wildlife. Consequently, they should
have experience in handling and treating large numbers of oiled wildlife, as well as
managing large numbers of volunteers. The contractors will also manage and
supervise wildlife rescue volunteers. The Department of Fish and Wildlife issues
permits to wildlife rehabilitation contractors.
Once the Wildlife Rescue and Response Plan is activated, volunteers can be
mobilized via the Notification System through a toll-free line, 1-800-22-BIRDS.
5646 Maritime Associations/Organizations/Cooperatives
5647 Academic Institutions
5648 Laboratories
5649 Emergency Medical Services
5700 Reserved for Future Use
5800 Reserved for Future Use
5900 Reserved for Future Use
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CHAPTER 6000
FINANCE/
ADMINISTRATION
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Chapter 6000 Table of Contents
6000 FINANCE/ADMINISTRATION 6-4
6100 Finance/Administration Section Organization 6-4
6110 Finance/Administrative Section Planning Cycle Guide 6-5
6200 Roles and Responsibilities 6-6
6210 Finance Section Chief Responsibility 6-6
6220 Time Unit 6-6
6230 Procurement Unit 6-6
6240 Compensation/Claims Unit 6-7
6250 Cost Unit 6-7
6300 FOSC Access to Federal Funds 6-7
6310 National Pollution Fund Center (NPFC) 6-7
6320 Revolving Fund/OSLTF 6-7
6330 Hazardous Substance Response Trust Fund 6-7
6400 Other Access to Funds 6-8
6410 State Access to the OSLTF 6-8
6411 Eligibility for State Access to the OSLTF 6-8
6412 Required Record Keeping 6-9
6420 Lead Administrative Trustee Access to the Fund 6-9
6430 Claims Against Fund 6-9
6440 State Access to the CERCLA Fund 6-9
6441 Cost Recovery 6-9
6442 Reimbursement Procedures 6-10
6450 Access to the Washington State Oil Spill Response Account 6-10
6451 Authority to Access the Washington State Oil Spill Response Account 6-10
6452 Activating the Washington State Oil Spill Response Account 6-10
6453 Eligible OSRA Costs 6-11
6500 Federal Fund Documentation & Cost Recovery Procedures 6-11
6510 Letters.... 6-12
6520 Reports 6-12
6530 Required Washington State OSRA Documentation 6-12
6540 Washington State OSRA Approval & Reimbursement Process 6-13
6541 State Agencies 6-13
6542 Contractors 6-13
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6543 Local Government Agencies, Tribes & Other Groups not Part of State
Government 6-13.
6544 OSRA Reimbursement Claims Time Limits 6-14
6545 OSRA Contracts 6-14
6546 OSRA Field Contracts 6-15
6547 Obtaining Supplies, Equipment or Services with a PPR through OSRA 6-15
6548 OSRA Contract Review 6-15
6600 Damage Assessment Procedures 6-16
6610 Washington State Damage Assessment Procedures 6-16
6700 Reserved for Future Use 6-16
6800 Reserved for Future Use 6-16
6900 Reserved for Future Use 6-16
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6000 FINANCE/ADMINISTRATION
6100 Finance/Administration Section Organization
The following is an organizational chart of the Finance/Administrative Section
and its subordinate units. It serves as an example and is not meant to be all
inclusive. The functions of the Finance/Administrative Section must be
accomplished during an incident, however, they can be performed by one
individual or can be expanded, as needed, into additional organizational units
with appropriate delegation of authority.
Information regarding the Finance/Administration Section and Staff positions
within the command can be found in the Oil Spill Field Operations Guide (FOG)
ICS-OS-420-1 dated June 1996.
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6110 Finance/Administrative Section Planning Cycle Guide
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6200 Roles and Responsibilities
Finance is usually staffed in large-scale or complex incidents. Since most of the
activities of Finance do not require face-to-face communication, these operations
may be located remote from the incident site. All functions not assigned by the
Section Chief remain the responsibility of the Section Chief.
6210 Finance Section Chief Responsibilities
The Finance Section Chief must provide for the documentation of all incident
costs, and provide guidance to the IC on financial issues that may have an
impact on incident operations. These responsibilities include:
• Future payments.
• Future budgeting.
• Payment of personnel costs.
• Cost recovery.
• Timely administration of contracts.
The Finance Section Chief is responsible for all finance functions needed for an
incident. This individual should establish functional Units when needed to
maintain an acceptable workload and span of control. Subordinate Finance
functions may be combined when workload permits.
The Finance Section Chief should be assigned before implementation of
subordinate units to prevent an excessive span of control or information overload
for the ICS.
6220 Time Unit
The primary function of the Time Unit is the time keeping required for personnel
working at an incident. To do this effectively each agency, the responsible party,
and all contractors will need to address this function. To the degree it is
integrated into a similar format and procedure, the entire system will work more
smoothly. To ensure this happens, each agency, responsible party, contractor,
etc., should have some formalized method of checking in and out for all
personnel.
6230 Procurement Unit
When incident operations require procurement of goods or services from
vendors, the Procurement Unit manages this function.
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6240 Compensation/Claims Unit
The function of the Compensation/Claims Unit involves record-keeping and
financial claims related to damages created by the spill.
6250 Cost Unit
The principal functions of the Cost Unit are tracking costs, analyzing cost data,
making cost estimates, contracts, and recommending cost-saving measures.
Note: It is critical that all parties in the Unified Command adopt consistent cost
documentation for later cost recovery from either the responsible party, Federal,
and/or State funds.
6300 FOSC Access to the Federal Fund
Authority-Federal removal actions are authorized by the FWPCA and CERCLA if
the required elements of jurisdiction exist. In the event of a discharge or release,
if the spiller is not acting promptly or is not known, the FOSC may initiate federal
removal under the authority of section 311 (o)(l) of the FWPCA or section 104(a)
of the CERCLA. The responsible party is liable for government removal costs in
accordance with section 311(f) of the FWPCA and section 107 of the CERCLA.
Section 300.58 of the National Contingency Plan outlines the types of funds
which may be available to remove certain oil and hazardous substances
discharge.
6310 National Pollution Fund Center (NPFC)
6320 Revolving Fund/OSLTF
The Revolving Fund also known as the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (OSLTF)
established by section 311 (k) of the FWPCA is administered by the Coast
Guard. Title 33 CFR 153 outlines the uses of the fund. The Coast Guard Marine
Safety Manual, Commandant Instruction M16000.11, section 7.B.7 addresses
additional topics with regard to the fund.
6330 Hazardous Substance Response Trust Fund
A Memorandum of Understanding between the USCG and the EPA allows the
USCG to access the Hazardous Substance Response Trust Fund when the
USCG undertakes response activities pursuant to the Comprehensive
Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA),
Executive Order 12316, and the provisions of Subpart E of the NCP. When EPA
provides the OSC, the EPA Regional Administrator has authority to approve
Trust Fund expenditures not to exceed $2,000,000. Expenditures exceeding
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$2,000,000 must be approved by EPA Headquarters. When the USCG provides
the OSC, the USCG OSC has authority to approve Trust Fund expenditures not
to exceed $50,000. USCG OSCs can receive approval for CERCLA Trust Fund
expenditures up to $250,000 through the Commander, Thirteenth Coast Guard
District. For additional expenditures, approval from the EPA Emergency
Response Division is necessary. To access the fund, an account number must
be obtained from EPA Headquarters.
Other Federal agencies have authority to expend Trust Fund money in
accordance with Interagency Agreements (IAG) and Memoranda of
Understanding (MOU) with EPA. Reimbursement of agency expenditures will be
in accordance with the procedures specified in these lAGs and MOUs.
The Trust Funds may be used to undertake immediate removal actions when the
agency providing the OSC determines that such action will prevent or mitigate
immediate and significant risk of harm to human life or health or to the
environment from such situations as:
Human, animal, or food chain exposure to acutely toxic substances.
Contamination of a drinking water supply.
Fire and/or explosion.
Similar acute situations.
6400 Other Access to Funds
6410 State Access to the OSLTF
OPA 90 allows state Governors to request payments of up to $250,000 from the
Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (the fund) for removal costs required for the
immediate removal of a discharge, or the mitigation or prevention of a substantial
threat of a discharge, of oil. Requests are made directly to the FOSC who will
determine eligibility. If a state anticipates the need to access the Fund, they
must advise the NPFC in writing of the specific individual who is designated to
make requests. The designation must include their name, address, telephone
number, and title and capacity in which employed.
6411 Eligibility for State Access to the OSLTF
To be eligible for funding, each removal action must be coordinated with the
FOSC and meet the following criteria:
• Must be an incident, occurring after August 18, 1990, which resulted in a
discharge, or the substantial threat of discharge, of oil into or upon the
navigable waters or the adjoining shorelines.
• Must comply with the NCP.
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• Must be an immediate removal action.
Upon receipt, the FOSC will determine whether the request meets the
requirements for funding as established in 33 CFR 133.13. The FOSC will then
notify the state and the NPFC Director of his or her decision.
6412 Required Record Keeping
The state shall maintain records of expenditures of fund moneys including:
• Daily expenditures for each individual worker, giving the individual's name,
title or position, activity performed, time on task, salary or hourly rate,
travel costs, per diem, out-of-pocket or extraordinary expenses, and
whether the individual is normally available for oil spill removal.
c Equipment purchased or rented each day, with the daily or hourly rate.
• Miscellaneous materials and expendables purchased each day.
• Daily contractor or consultant fees, including costs for their personnel and
contractor-owned or rented equipment, as well as that of any
subcontractor.
The state shall submit a copy of these records and a summary document, stating
the total of all expenditures made, to the NPFC within 30 days after completion
of the removal actions. A copy of these documents shall also be submitted to
the cognizant FOSC.
6420 Lead Administrative Trustee Access to the Fund
Additional details of this section to Be Developed in Coordination with NPFC,
Natural Resources Trustees, G-MEP, and the DRATs.
6430 Claims Against Fund
6440 State Access to the CERCLA Fund
Expenditures of Trust Fund money by a State must be in accordance with a
contract or cooperative agreement between EPA and that State.
6441 Cost Recovery
The EPA will make all decisions regarding recovery of expenditures from the
Trust Fund. All agencies expending Trust Funds must submit an itemized
account of all funds expended in accordance with provisions of contracts,
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Interagency Agreements (IAG), or Cooperative Agreements with EPA. These
agreements must be in place prior to the expenditure of funds.
6442 Reimbursement Procedures
Reimbursement of agency expenditures will be in accordance with procedures
specified in contracts, Interagency Agreements (IAG), or Cooperative
Agreements with EPA.
Local governments may request reimbursement of costs to carry out temporary
measures without a contract or cooperative agreement. All costs for which local
governments are seeking reimbursement must be consistent with the National
Contingency Plan and Federal cost principles outlined by the Office of
Management and Budget. Reimbursements are limited to $250,000 per
hazardous substance response, in addition, reimbursement must not supplant
local government funds normally provided for emergency response. States are
not eligible for reimbursement and no state may request reimbursement on its
own behalf or on behalf of political subdivisions within the state.
6450 Access to the Washington State Oil Spill Response Account
The Washington State Oil Spill Response Account is available to pay for
response costs and marine resource damage assessment costs for oil spills in
Washington State waters.
6451 Authority to Access to the Washington State Oil Spill Response
Account
These procedures are written under the authority of RCW 90.56, the Oil Spill
Prevention and Response Act of 1991. This law established a $25 million oil spill
response fund, paid for by a two cent per barrel tax on the oil industry. The
Department of Ecology is charged by Chapter 90.56 RCW to administer the oil
spill response account (OSRA).
6452 Activating the Washington State Oil Spill Response Account
The Oil Spill Response Account may be activated by the director of Ecology or
the assistant director over the Spill Management Section, Central Programs.
The State On-scene Coordinator (SOSC) is authorized to request the account be
opened. Funds are currently appropriated to this account and are ready to
spend subject to proper approval. When requesting account activation the
SOSC or NRDA chair must document what other funding sources were
considered, a description of the spill and expected response activities. To qualify
for funding through the state OSRA, a spill must fit three criteria:
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• The spill must be crude oil or a petroleum into navigable waters of the state.
• Cleanup and/or NRDA response costs are likely to exceed $50,000.
• Funding for the response must not immediately be available from a
responsible party or the Federal Oil Spill Liability Fund.
6453 Eligible OSRA Costs
Reimbursable costs include all direct spill related response, spill containment,
cleanup, disposal, wildlife rescue, and costs associated with these actions.
Additional costs include natural resource damage assessment and related
activities. Activities indirectly related to spill response and damage assessment
that are also eligible for reimbursement include interagency coordination, public
information, appropriate travel, goods and services, contracts, and equipment.
Given authorization by the SOSC, state and local agencies, tribes and private
contractors may eligible for spill response reimbursement with all costs subject to
review by Ecology. Ecology recognizes that groups which are not a part of state
government may respond to emergency situations in conjunction with the spill for
which it is not practicable to coordinate the response with the SOSC before
responding (i.e. traffic control, fire response, emergency assistance). This type
of response cost may be submitted to Ecology for reimbursement. Costs not
pre-approved by the shall be subject to review by the SOSC.
6500 Federal Fund Documentation and Cost Recovery Procedures
Through Executive Orders the President has delegated certain functions and
responsibilities vested to him by the FWPCA and CERCLA to the EPA and the
United States Coast Guard. Under CERCLA the Hazardous Substance
Response Trust Fund has been set up to fund federal responses to hazardous
substances or pollutants or contaminants, as defined by CERCLA that may
present an imminent or substantial threat to public health or the environment.
Responses to discharges of petroleum products are specifically excluded from
CERCLA. Section 311 of the Clean Water Act, as amended by the Oil Pollution
Act of 1990, established the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (OSLTF) for response to
discharges of petroleum products (see 11.3 below). Response includes
conducting Natural Resource Damage Assessments and paying claims for
removal costs or damages. The EPA and USCG both have access to both funds
through memorandums of understanding established between both agencies.
Only costs incurred during containment, countermeasures, cleanup and disposal
(Phase III) during a Federal Response to an oil pollution incident are recoverable
from the Pollution Fund (311 (k)) and must be certified as Phase III costs by the
FOSC . The National Contingency Plan (NCP) contains information and
procedures with regard to both the FWPCA and the CERCLA, and contains
sections dealing with documentation and cost recovery for both acts. Coast
Guard Commandant Instruction 16465.1 defines documentation for enforcement
and cost recovery. The instruction is incorporated into this plan by reference.
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6510 Letters
• Notice of Federal Interest for an Oil Pollution Incident (Form CG-5549)
• Notice of Federal Assumption
• Letter of Designation of Source
The OSC is responsible for notifying the NPFC of the source of a discharge,
actual or potential. The NPFC must also be notified if the source is not identified.
Notification may be made by letter, Rapidraft, or message (POLREP or SITREP).
The NPFC should be contacted for guidance on procedures, or with any
questions relating to this.
• Administrative/Directive Order (To be distributed under separate cover)
6520 Reports
• FOSC Reports will be submitted as determined necessary by the RRT for a
particular incident.
• Pollution Reports (POLREPS) shall be submitted in accordance with the
requirements outlined in Volume VI, Chapter 7.B.5.b of the Marine Safety
Manual. The POLREP format can be found in Volume VII of the Marine
Safety Manual
6530 Required Washington State OSRA Documentation
Expenditures for which reimbursement is claimed shall be documented with the
understanding that cost recovery options from the responsible party and/or the
federal Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund may be pursued. Cost documentation should
be sufficient to withstand judicial review due to the potential for litigation with
responsible parties. Daily resource reports should be completed as close to the
time of activity as is reasonable; preferably on the day of the activity. Original
resource documentation is preferred for cost recovery purposes and it should not
be retyped, even if it is handwritten. The following documentation must be
submitted with all claims against the account:
An authorization is required for each person for whom cost reimbursement is
requested. The authorization shall include a description of that person's job
duties specifically relating to the spill response or natural resource damage
assessment.
A listing of all agency personnel and the total hours worked for which cost
reimbursement is requested.
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Copies of the time sheets and travel vouchers which support the information
requested above.
Copies of invoices for any purchases or expenditures made.
A narrative description of the agency's involvement in the spills, including
general geographic locations of activity and corresponding dates.
A contact person's name and phone number for Ecology's use if questions about
billing arise.
Ecology will provide cost documentation forms which may be used to
summarize the information listed above. These three forms are:
Spill Personnel Authorization
Spill Personnel Daily Accounting Sheet
Spill Response Daily Purchases/ Contractors/Agency Form
The signature authority for each form is not required to compute total costs, but
rather must certify the activities conducted, then the fiscal or payroll officer for
each agency may compute the total costs The forms are provided for
convenience and as a clear method of demonstrating the information required.
An agency may prefer to use another format, but the format must first be
reviewed and accepted by the SOSC and Ecology's Finance Representative.
6540 Washington State OSRA Approval and Reimbursement Process
6541 State agencies
State agencies are responsible for preparing and submitting daily response or
RDA cost estimates to the SOSC, NRDA chair or Ecology's Finance
Representative in the Unified Command as appropriate. The SOSC and NRDA
chair are responsible for review of source documentation submitted to determine
that the work or services documented were authorized and received.
6542 Contractors
Contractors are responsible for preparing and submitting daily response costs to
the Ecology's Finance Representative. This manager shall review the
documentation daily to determine that the work or services documented were
authorized and received
6543 Local government agencies, tribes and other groups not part of state
government
Local government agencies, tribes and other groups not part of state
government requesting reimbursement of expenses shall be responsible for
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submitting claims on the correct forms to the SOSC. The claims shall be subject
to review and approval by the SOSC.
After an agency's final costs have been approved by the Ecology's Finance
Representative they shall be submitted to the cost recovery coordinator for final
formatting and then to Ecology's Fiscal Office. The Fiscal Office shall make the
appropriate payments the requesting agencies our of OSRA.
6544 OSRA Reimbursement Claims Time Limits
Ecology shall set a time frame for each spill incident during which claims may be
submitted. Reimbursement claims submitted to Ecology past this date may be
denied without review.
6545 OSRA Contracts
The SOSC or Ecology's Finance Representative shall award any cleanup/spill
response contracts funded by OSRA. Ecology's NRDA team representative shall
award any resource damage contracts funded by OSRA. The SOSC has
signature authority for expenditures that can exceed $10,000 for emergency
contracts. All expenditures by the NRDA chair must be approved by the Section
Supervisor, Spill Policy & Planning Section. Any expenditures greater than
$10,000 must be approved by Central Program's Manager and budget analyst.
All contracts need to follow the format of the sample contract shown in (figure to
be provided at later date). It is identified as a Memorandum of Agreement
(MOA). It is also required that Appendix "A" as noted in paragraph 1 of the MOA
by completed by the SOSC, Ecology's NRDA team representative, or Ecology
Headquarters staff, as appropriate. Appendix "A" must describe the work scope:
why it is needed; what work is to be done or what service is provided; the work
location; and the standard pay rate. The maximum dollar limit for the contract
and the completion date shall be included.
Example Appendix "A":
Joe's Oil Skimmers is contracted to remove the petroleum products from Big
Pond, Thurston County, Washington to prevent further contamination of the
watershed. "Joe's" shall be reimbursed in accordance with the rate sheet
attached and identified as "Standard Charges for Personnel and Equipment,
Joe's Oil Skimmers"
All work shall be completed by Saturday, October 31, 1993. The maximum
allowable charge against this contract is $2,400.
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6546 OSRA Field Contracts
In an emergency situation it may be necessary to let a field contract on the spot.
This is allowable. An emergency/field contract is required to contain the
information noted in 302.4.7 above and is subject to the review detailed in
302.4.7.2 below. The SOSC or State Ecology's Finance Representative may
request that the cost recovery coordinator complete this work at headquarters.
"Emergency contracts/amendments are to be filed with OFM and LBC within
three working days following the date of execution or commencement of work,
whichever occurs first. An emergency means a set of unforeseen circumstances
beyond the control of the agency that either presents a real, immediate threat to
the proper performance of essential functions or may result in material loss or
damage to property, bodily injury, or loss of life if immediate action is not taken.
The filing is to include an attachment which explains:
• The nature of the emergency.
• The threat to the health or safety of individuals, property, or essential state
function if immediate action is not taken and an estimate of the potential
material loss or damage; and
• How the services of the contractor will alleviate or eliminate the emergency."
- State of Washington Policies, Regulations, and Procedures, Part 4, Chapter
3; Effective date: July 1, 1991.
6547 Obtaining Supplies, Equipment or Services with a PPR through
OSRA
Supplies, equipment, or services may be obtained by the SOSC or a spill
responder for emergency spill response. Generally, a Preliminary Purchase
Request (PPR) must be completed before the delivery of goods and services.
Completing a PPR may be delayed until after the purchase ONLY when specific
purchase authority or a unique situation occurs. Documentation must follow
within three days. The PPR must contain a note explaining why an approved
PPR could not be obtained prior to purchase. Unique situation as defined in
Ecology's Policy and Procedure Manual as, "...one in which agency staff require
an item or service within hours to protect public health and the environment, or to
respond to citizen concerns that a situation affects public health or the
environment." Once the SOSC or spill responder determines that a unique
situation exists, the merchandise or service shall be obtained with an invoice
from the vendor.
6548 OSRA Contract Review
Any contract over $2,500 needs State Office of Financial Management (OFM)
approval. This generally takes ten working days. Emergency contracts over
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$2,500 may be let and ten filed with OFM within three working days following the
date of contract execution or the commencement of services, whichever occurs
first. For assistance with OFM filing requirements, call the Management Services
Division, OFM, at (206) 753-5448, SCAN 234-5448).
6600 Damage Assessment Procedures
CERCLA required the Department of the Interior to develop and promulgate
regulations for use by trustees in establishing damages for injuries to natural
resources for the purposes of CERCLA and Section 311(f)(4) and (5) of the
Clean Water Act. These regulations have been promulgated as Type A and
Type B procedures and are codified at 43CFR Part 11. The Department of the
Interior's regulations are the only federal damage assessment procedures
available for oil spills until NOAA's regulations are promulgated.
6610 Washington State Damage Assessment Procedures
Washington's Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) team is
dispatched whenever an oil spill or other water pollution incident involves
damage to the State's natural resources. The assessments are conducted
pursuant to WAC 173-183 which provides for three possible options: (1) actual
studies of resource injuries; (2) estimation of injuries via the state's
Compensation Schedule; or (3) direct initiation of restoration activities proposed
by the RP. Ecology chairs the state RDA Committee which also includes
WDFW, WDNR, WSPR, WOAHP, WDH, and other ad hoc member agencies.
Most RDA payments are deposited into the state Coastal Protection Fund. A
steering committee consisting of representatives of the Department of Ecology,
Department of Fish and Wildlife, Department of Natural Resources, and
Department of Parks and Recreation authorizes expenditures from this fund after
consulting impacted local agencies and tribal governments. The moneys are
usually used for restoration projects or studies related to the resource damaged
and spent in the area where the damages occurred.
6700 Reserved for Future Use
6800 Reserved for Future Use
6900 Reserved for Future Use
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CHAPTER 7000
HAZARDOUS
SUBSTANCES(HAZSUB)
UNIQUE INFORMATION
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Chapter 7000 Table of Contents
7000 HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES(HAZSUB) UNIQUE INFORMATION 7-3
7100 Introduction/Purpose 7-3
7110 Definitions 7-3
7120 Authorities 7-3
7200 Command 7-4
7210 Command Structure 7-4
7220 Notifications 7-4
7220.1 Federal 7-4
7220.2 Washington 7-4
7230 Public Information 7-5
7240 Health and Safety 7-6
7300 Operations 7-6
7310 Specialized Emergency Response Teams 7-6
7320 Contractor Support 7-14
7330 Equipment 7-20
7400 Planning 7-20
7410 Initial Response Actions/Hazard Identification 7-20
7411 Information Sources 7-23
7412 CAMEO Database 7-24
7420 Mitigation 7-24
7430 Long Term Cleanup 7-26
7431 Disposal 7-26
7432 Natural Resource Trustee Issues 7-26
7500 Logistics 7-27
7600 Finance/Administration 7-27
7610 Local Government Reimbursement 7-27
7620 Cost Documentation 7-32
7700 Reserved for Future Use 7-32
7800 Reserved for Future Use 7-32
7900 Reserved for Future Use 7-32
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7000 HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE (HAZSUB) UNIQUE INFORMATION
7100 INTRODUCTION/PURPOSE
While the basic Incident Command System/Unified Command (ICS/UC) is
unchanged whether the response is to an oil spill, hazardous substance spill, or
wildland fire, there are a number of factors that are unique to hazardous
substance spills. The purpose of this chapter is to provide NWACP users with
information specific to response to hazardous substance spills. This chapter will
provide general definitions, a framework for evaluating hazardous substance
response, and contact names and numbers for teams specifically trained for
response to hazardous substance spills.
7110 Definitions
Before the process of planning for a hazardous substance incident response can
begin, there has to be a clear understanding of the types of materials that are to
be covered under this plan. The Comprehensive Environmental Response,
Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), as amended by SARA of 1986,
defines hazardous substances as "hazardous wastes" under the Resource
Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), as well as substances regulated under
the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and the Toxic Substances Control Act. In
addition, any element, compound, mixture, solution, or substance may also be
specifically designated as a "hazardous substance" under CERCLA. CERCLA
also applies to "pollutants or contaminants" that may present an imminent or
substantial danger to public health or welfare. An imminent or substantial danger
to public health or welfare is caused when the pollutant or contaminant will or
may reasonably be anticipated to cause illness, death, or deformation in any
organism. Additional definitions, acronyms, and abbreviations can be found in
Section 9910.
Petroleum products such as diesel and gasoline are specifically excluded from
the CERCLA and are not considered to be "hazardous substances" under
Federal statue. State environmental statutes may, however, consider these
materials hazardous substances. This chapter does not specifically deal with
issues related to response to petroleum products.
7120 Authorities
Federal authorities for response to hazardous substance releases are outlined in
the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
(42 U.S.C. § 9604, CERCLA or commonly known as "Superfund") and the
National Contingency Plan (40 CFR Part 300, NCP). In the State of Washington,
the response and cleanup authority is found in the Model Toxics Control Act. In
Oregon, the authority is found in the Oregon Revised Statute Chapter 453,
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Hazardous Substances; Radiation Sources, and Chapter 466, Hazardous Waste
and Hazardous Materials II. In Idaho, the Idaho Bureau of .Hazardous Materials
(BHM) provides the authority for response to hazardous substance spills.
Similar to oil spills, federal response authorities are shared by the Environmental
Protection Agency and the United States Coast Guard, with EPA maintaining
jurisdiction of hazardous substance spills in the inland zone and the Coast Guard
in the coastal zone.
7200 Command
7210 Command Structure
As outlined in Chapter 2000, the size, complexity, and jurisdictional
characteristics of the incident will determine the level of involvement of federal,
state, local, tribal, responsible party, and other responders. Hazardous
substance spill response may differ somewhat from oil spill response because in
the initial phase of a response, local responders typically play a much larger role.
Oil spills also tend to be multi- jurisdictional and local responders tend to have
less resources and expertise in dealing with the response. For this reason,
many oil spills are elevated relatively quickly to the state or federal level. Most
hazardous substance response, however, are handled from beginning to end by
local responders and it is only when local resources are ove/whelmed that state
or federal resources are called in.
7220 Notifications
7220.1 Federal
Federal notification for hazardous substance spills or releases does not
significantly differ from other type of spills.
7220.2 Washington
For spills or discharges of hazardous substances onto the ground or into ground
water or surface water, any person who is responsible for a spill or non-permitted
discharge must immediately notify all local authorities in accordance with the
local emergency plan.
The appropriate regional office of the Department of Ecology must also be
notified.
For spills or discharges which result in emissions to the air, notify all local
authorities in accordance with the local emergency plan. Also in western
Washington notify the local air pollution control authority, or in Eastern
Washington notify the appropriate regional Office of the Department of Ecology.
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The Forward of this Plan outlines the required notifications for spills, these
numbers are summarized below.
National Response Center (NRC)
(800) 424-8802
USCG MSO Puget Sound
(206)217-6232
USCG MSO Portland
(503) 240-9300
US Env. Protection Agency (Region 10)
(206)553-1263
WA. Emergency Management Div. (EMD)
(800) 258-5990
WA. Dept. of Ecology - Bellevue (NWRO)
(425) 649-7000
WA. Dept. of Ecology - Olympia (SWRO)
(360) 407-6300
WA. Dept. of Ecology - Yakima (CRO)
(509) 575-2490
WA. Dept. of Ecology - Spokane (ERO)
(509) 456-2926
OR Emergency Response System
(OERS)
(800) 452-0311 (within Oregon)
(503) 378-OERS (6377)
Idaho
(800) 632-8000(within Idaho)
(208) 334-4570
What We Need to
Know
Reporting Party
Contact Phone(s)
Responsible Party
Material Released
Resource Damages
(i.e. dead fish)
Quantity
Concentration
Location
Cleanup Status
Notification of federal and state agencies does not guarantee notification of local
responders. Notify local authorities in accordance with the local emergency plan.
7230 Public Information
As with any incident, it is very important to keep the public informed regarding
the situation. For hazardous substance incidents, it may also be necessary to
communicate information about evacuations, sheltering in place orders, testing
of water supplies, road closures, etc.. Therefore it is very important to establish
procedures early in the response for dissemination of information. This may be
done simply by the Unified Command or a Public Information Officer (PIO)
appointed by the UC. In large, multi-jurisdictional incidents, it may be necessary
to establish a Joint Information Center (JIC). Section 9610 of this plan outlines
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the procedures to be followed in the Northwest Area when establishing a JIC.
Local media can also be used to quickly provide information to the public.
7240 Health and Safety
Section 9934 of this plan outlines health and safety requirements for responders
at spill incidents. Ultimately, the Incident Commander is responsible for the
health and safety of responders during a hazardous substance cleanup. The
Unified Command, must identify a Safety Officer (SO) to ensure proper attention
is paid to health and safety concerns. The appointed SO should be experienced
with applicable regulations and have authority to enforce them. Health and
Safety should be the main focus of the responders throughout the duration of the
incident.
7300 Operations
7310 Specialized Emergency Response Teams
There are a number of specially trained hazardous materials teams (both public
and private) throughout the states of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington, that will
most likely be involved in hazardous substance spills. The following tables
provide information on how to contact these various teams.
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STATE OF WASHINGTON
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS RESPONSE TEAMS 1997
PUBLIC
Team Name
Base Statewide if Contact Person
Requested*
Aberdeen' Aberdeen No Dave Carlberg
Auburn
SERP
C,HC
Eastside
Everett
Auburn
Bellingham
Cowlitz
Bellevue
Everett
Yes
No
No
No
No
Stan Laatsch
Randy Shelton
Steve Lamoureaux
Deputy Chief
Dave LaFave
Mark Moulton
Deputy Chief
Ralph Omlid
Contact Phone
(360) 532-
1254
(253) 931
3060
(360) 676-
5832
(360) 676-
6831
(360) 578-
5221
(425) 452-
4306
(425) 257-
8109
(425) 257-
8100
24-hr Phone
(360) 532-1253
(253) 852-2121
(360) 676-6820
(360) 578-5221
(360) 577-3084
(425) 452-2048
(425) 259-8792
Address Fax No.
Aberdeen Fire Dept. (360) 533-
700 W Market 8136
Aberdeen WA 98520
Auburn Fire Department (253) 931-
1101 "D" St NE 3055
Auburn WA 98002
Bellingham Fire Dept. (360) 738-
1800 Broadway 7312
Bellingham WA 98225
Cowlitz Fire & Rescue (360) 578-
701 Vine St 5220
Kelso WA 98626
Bellevue Fire Department (425) 452-
766 Bellevue Way SE - 5287
Bellevue WA 98004
Everett Fire Department (425) 257-
281 1 Oakes Ave 8644
Everett WA 98201 (425) 257-
8139
Federal Way Federal Way
Yes
B/C Pat Kettenring
(253) 839-
(253)314-8392 31617 1st Ave S
(253) 946-
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Team Name
Fire Dept.
Base
Fire Dept.
Statewide if
Requested*
Graham Fire & Central Pierce No
Rescue Fire & Rescue
Puyallup Fire
Department
T ri-County
Ke'nt
Puyallup
Richland
Kent
Lynnwood Fire Lynnwood
Department
Olympia
Olympia
Port Angeles Port Angeles
Renton
Renton
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
No
Contact Person
Captain Robert Park
Kurt Vondever
Dan Downs
Assistant Chief
Steve Hamilton
Bob Cain
Gregg Sieloff
Fire Prevention
Specialist Ed Bonollo
Batt. Chief of Trng
& Support Services
Contact Phone
4621
(253) 847-
8811
(253) 841
5487
(509) 943-
7570
(253) 859-
3322
(425) 775-
3473
No Batt. Chief Larry Dibble (360) 753-
8348
(360) 417-
4655
(425) 430-
2101
24-hr Phone
(253) 588-5217
(253) 841-5432
(509) 943-9161
ext. 250
(253) 854-2005
(425) 775-4545
Sno Com
(360) 753-8348
(360) 786-5449
(360) 452-4545
(425) 854-2005
Address Fax No.
Federal Way WA 98003 2086
Graham Fire & Rescue (253) 846-
10012 - 187th St E 6957
PO Box 369
Graham WA 98338
Puyallup Fire Department (253) 770-
902 7th St NW 3333
Puyallup WA 98371
Richland Fire Dept. (509) 942-
PO Box 190 7575
Richland WA 98352
Kent Fire Department (253) 859-
24611 116th Ave SE 3281
Kent WA 98031
Lynnwood Fire Dept. (425) 771-
19100 44th Ave W 7977
PO Box 5008
Lynnwood WA
98046-5008
Olympia Fire Department (360) 753-
100 Eastside St NE 8054
Olympia WA 98506
Port Angeles Fire Dept. (360) 417-
102 E 5th St 4789
Port Angeles WA 98362
Renton Fire Department (425) 235-
211 Mill Ave S 2644
Renton WA 98055
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Team Name Base Statewide if Contact Person
Requested*
Contact Phone
Port of Seattle SeaTac Airport Yes
Fire Dept
Seattle
City of
Spokane
T acoma
Tukwila
Seattle
Spokane
T acoma
T ukwila
Vancouver Vancouver
Walla Walla1 Walla Walla
WSU
Pullman
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Lt. Rick Kruckenberg (206) 431
4087
Gerald Jones
Captain Jeff Chikusa
District Manager
Skip Powell
Assistant Chief/Fire
Prevention Jeff Jensen
Chief Mike Alderson
Jack Stevens
Captain Dan Monaghan
Bob Scott
Glenn Johnson
Fred Miller
(206) 386-
1481
(206) 386-
1410
(509) 625-
7091
(253) 591-
5798
(206) 575-
4404
(206) 242-
4666
(360) 892-
4323
(509) 527-
1960
(509) 335-
5381
24-hr Phone
(206) 433-5380
(206) 386-1481
(509) 625-7100
(253) 627-0151
(253) 591-5733
(206) 575-4404
Pager
(206) 916-4183
(360) 892-4323
(509) 527-4429
(509) 335-8548
Address Fax No.
Port of Seattle Fire Dept. (206) 431-
2400 S 1 70th Street 4908
Seattle WA 98158
Seattle Fire Department (206) 386-
301 2nd Ave S 1545
Seattle WA 98104 (206) 386-
1412
Spokane Fire Department (509) 625-
44 W Riverside 7039
Spokane WA 99201
Tacoma Fire Department (253) 591-
901 S Fawcett 5746
Tacoma WA 98402-
5699
Tukwila Fire Department (206) 575-
444 Andover Park E 4439
Tukwila WA 98188
Vancouver Fire Dept. (360) 892-
7110 NE 63rd St 4801
Vancouver WA 98661
200 So. 12th Ave (509) 527-
Walla Walla WA 99362 3765
Environmental Health (509) 335-
& Safety 4442
PO Box 641172
Pullman WA 99164-11 72
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Team Name
NH3
Base
Statewide if
Requested*
Yakima Yes
Emergency
Management
Contact Person
Don Thompson
Contact Phone
(509) 574-
1900
24-hr Phone
(509) 248-2103
Address Fax No.
Emergency Management (509) 574-
Rm 10 1901
1 28 N 2nd Street
Yakima WA 98901
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FEDERAL
Team Name
Base
Statewide if Contact Person Contact Phone
Requested*
Fairchild Fairchild AFB No
Fort Lewis
Fort Lewis
Yes
Bob Mirasole
Training Officer
Ken Smith
(509) 247-
5215
(253) 967-
4786
Hanford
Hanford
No
Batt. Chief Good
McChord AFB
McChord
Yes
Lieutenant Brett Stohr
Puget Sound Puget Sound
Naval Shipyard Naval Shipyard
No
Chief Ron Clark
(509) 373-
2745
(253) 984-
2603
(360) 476-
5941
24-hr Phone
(509) 247-2643
(253) 967-5859
(253) 967-4479
(509) 373-2745
(253) 984-2603
(360) 476-5941
Address Fax No.
92 CES/CEF (509) 247-
1001 Boston Ave 2238
Fairchild AFB WA 99011
Commander I Corps & (253) 967-
Fort Lewis 9937
Attn: AFZH-PWQ
(RCRA MGR)
Box 339500 MS-17E
Fort Lewis WA
98433-9500
Hanford Fire Department (509) 373-
_ Dyn Corp 5846
PO Box 1400
Richland WA 99352
S3-97
McChord AFB Fire Dept. (253) 984-
62 CES/CEF 2666
555 "A" St
McChord AFB WA
98438-1325
Puget Sound Navel (360) 476-
Shipyard Fire Department 0282
Code 1124
1400 Farragut Ave
Bremerton WA
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Team Name
Navy, Indian
Island/Port
Hadlock
NAVSTA
Bangor
Base
Statewide if
Requested*
Yes
Contact Person
Denise Lietz
Contact Phone
(360) 396-
5363
NAVSTA
Bangor
Yes
Hayden Street
(360) 396-
5089
24-hr Phone
(360) 385-0100
(360) 396-4864
(360) 396-4662
(360) 396-4800
Aciuress Fax No.
98314-5001
Department of the Navy (360) 396-
NAV ORD CEN-PACDIZ 5366
Port Hadlock DET
100 Indian Island Rd
Port Hadlock WA
98339-9723
NAVSTA - Bangor (360) 396-
Public Works 6122
Code 08E2
1101 Tautog Cir
Silverdale WA
98315-1087
Private
Boeing Boeing Limited Gary Gordon (253) 949- (253) 655-7700 Boeing Company (253) 657-
2529 MS 3U-67 9988
PO Box 3707
Seattle WA 981 24
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STATE OF OREGON
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS RESPONSE TEAMS
All teams are activated by calling the Oregon Emergency Response System,
(800) 452-0311 (in Oregon) or (503) 378-OERS (6377)
No.
TEAM NAME
BASE
TEAM
LEVEL
A B
STATEWIDE
if requested
BUSINESS
PHONE No.
HM01
Douglas County
Roseburg
X
X
(541)637-4459
HM02
Eugene
Eugene
X
X
(541)682-8375
HM03
Gresham/Multnomah
Gresham
X
X
(503)618-2590
HM04
Klamath/Lake
Klamath Falls
X
X
(541)885-2056
HM05
Linn/Benton
Corvallis
Corvallis
X
X
(541)917-7704
HM06
Portland
Portland
X
X
(503)823-3946
HM07
Redmond
Redmond
X
X
(541)548-5921
HM08
Southern Oregon
Medford
X
X
(541)774-2307
HM09
Tualatin
Portland
X
X
(503)649-8577
HM10
Hermiston
Hermiston
X
X
(541)567-8822
HM11
Astoria
Astoria
X
X
(503)325-2345
HM12
LaGrande
LaGrande
X
X
(541)963-3123
HM14
Ontario
Ontario
X
X
(541)881-3230
HM15
Coos Bay
Coos Bay
X
X
(541)269-1191
OSFM
State Fire Marshal
Salem
Cell phone:
Pager:
Business:
(503)931-5732
(503)370-1488
(503) 378-3473
OERS
Oregon Emergency
Response System
(800)452-0311
(503)378-6377
OSHD
Radiological
Response Team
Portland
Yes
(503)731-4014
STATE
REGIO
All tsiij
OF IDAHO
SJAL RESPONSE TEAMS (RRT)
ns: ara activated bu calling f8QQ^632.8flQl
n within I/Ha
h.« pnn)-*™
No.
TEAM NAME
BASE
TEAM
LEVEL
A B
STATEWIDE
if requested
24-hr
PHONE No.
01
Southeast
Pocatello
X X
(208)234-7072
02
Southwest
Boise
Nampa
X X
(208)384-3950
(208)485-2240
03
Northern
Lewiston
Coeur d'Alene
X X
(208)743-3554
(208)785-1112
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OTHER SPILL RESPONSE TEAMS
No.
TEAM NAME
BASE
TEAM
LEVEL
A B
STATEWIDE
if requested
24-hr
PHONE No
01
Fort Lewis
Fort Lewis
X
X
YES
(253)967-5859
02
Hanford
Hanford
X
X
YES
(509)373-2301
03
McChord AFB
McChord AFB
X
X
YES
(253)984-2603
04
Puget Sound Naval
Shipyard
Bremerton
X
X
YES
(360)257-2631
05
Sub-Base Bangor
Bangor
X
X
YES
(360)396-4662
06
USCG Pacific Strike
Team
Novato, CA
X
X
YES
(206)217-6232
(206)553-1263
07
Army Tech. Escort
Unit
X
X
YES
(800)826-3461
(800)424-8802
08
EPA Rad Emergency
Response Team
Las Vegas, NV
X
X
YES
(800)424-8802
7320 Contractor Support
There are a number of contractors in the Northwest Area with expertise in
responding to hazardous substance releases. It is essential that any contractor
retained have the appropriate training to meet the OSHA 19t0.120 health and
safety requirements and be capable of responding in the appropriate level of
protection. The following are lists of potential contractors in the Northwest Area.
This list is not all inclusive, nor does the appearance of a particular contractor in
this list constitute the Northwest Area Committee's endorsement of that
contractor.
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WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY
HAZARDOUS WASTE SPILL ASSISTANCE UST
lit iii id
Copnyloata
Conpnitav
Sfi Nutter
SP*TfP«
AraCowd
Stntoi
Other Servos Provided
01
Hstt
Emm
nam
tap Teas
Reqfder
TruOari
Strip
Dkpri
KajAIBcdon
/Mm
AfeitimmerS
(360)532-3590
X
X
X
X
DO.O.S.SP.V
total
CoasaCoflanrw
(360) 432-90S1
X
X
oo so
toetm
twTta&TOrmotJhc
(WJMKt
I
X
X
X
X
X.O.S, SP.
MuntydanftM
CVTulEiMWrnoffl
1-WW5I-6153
X
X
X
X
X
BC.0,
PRC
Mtytan
COLT Consiruckan Co
(360|f7M05
X
X
X
X
PRC
Com
HrtfsPeWew
{360)736-0119
X
X
SD.TT
Eugene OR
FntSrteEiwtmenBl
140&XI7-3SM
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
aCJOiT.O.TT.V
KcnWAringbvOR
Ct» VMelt)rto(IM
(253) 575-2250
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
B.D.OO.O.SP.V
TS0
u»r
bqs Beaver Eiwtrratt
(360) 412-19G&
X
X
X
SO
Urjmi
AlOUMustaliEm Sm
(360) 414-0655
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
B.00.0.V
PRC
lonfiM
CoateCtan Steep
(360)42^316
X
X
X
X
X
X
aoo.so.sp.v
PRC
Mc
Lacb» iStfts)
(206)939-9220
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
B.CDO.iSP.V
Putts
SmthEmtrnott
1-WU1W0W
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
aD.00,0. S, S0.SPTRV
PRC
Poland
WonaCepjdTaJi
(503)49M319
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
C,0j»,0,v REACTIVE
Pofland
CETEnmmeiUSerw
(503)227-5392
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
CAE.0V
Portland
tutor 01
(503) 2BS-464S
X
X
X
X
X
TR. (No Sets* Response)
PonM
SnttEnoimtf
imm«w
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
B.D.OO.O.S.SD.SPTRV
PRC
ijauitujl
ETSCRmettSences
i)vutn
X
X
X
C.REACTIVESt EXP10SN8
SWbMraniM
FossEmitmertal
I-MWE-SPIL
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
B. 00.0, SO. V
PRC
CaasBTrtCc
(206) 624*43
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
0.SP.TT.V
Soft
EnMKtiSyiMi
140&922-9395
X
X
X
X
X
B, 0. DO. 0. S, SC. SP, V
Safe
GttslEiwtniwtt
^206) 623-0621
X
X
X
I
X
X
W.S0.TT.TR
PRC
SeaSe
ManreVaoniSeraca
[206) 762-0240
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
B.0.S.SP.V
MpEmromerol
1-800-22B-7B72
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
D.D0.0.S.SP.V
TSO
State
Pmecne Eimronmenol Sn
(206) 524-5503
X
X
X
X
DO.O S.S0.SP.TR.TT V
Senfe
SrtoWaaEafjnje
(206) 242-3330
X
X
X
DO.O.S, SO. SP
Seaft/Ptrtand
WestPacEmromWI
(206)762-1190
X
X
X
X
D.0.S.SP.V
Spcdnt
RoarTeOttnc.
(509]53M757
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
B.DO.LT.O.S.SO.SP.TT.TK.V
PRC
Swrwftrtare!
SperraEmrtnnenU
(253)563-3310
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
B.C.0.V
Tumi
(ten Cot
(2531627-3925
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
B. 00,0. S. SO. SP, TR, V
TSO
Trare
SoPs
(253)627-4)2!
X
X
X
X
X
X
B. 00.0, S. S0.SP
Tactm
An Sences
(2531353-4916
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
0.D0.0.S.S0.SPV
PRC
Tactmafolaid
SUE Cap
(253)572-3622
X
X
X
X
its so.sp.h
Vnaw
TdewaEmroneH
(36O|69H0S8
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
0
PRC
WoWrde
BaterTtts
(425)47-6503
X
X
X
X
TR
'Keys to O0wr Scrvius Provided -
B: Hazafdous Waste Broker C: CyMet D: Senses to Oty Qeanen CD DnmDealere Ej Exptoswes
T LrefTearq 0: OOier than Vaanvi
S: Assistance to Small Quantly Generators SO: Sorter! Defers SP" PuSup tor Smal QuaiKy GeneralwsTransport TT Tank Testng TR: On-Sie Tank Oeivery/Rental V. Vacumr Transport
Ncfc JNUipiMlstindOooiiolMistlManitidofieart jojTm«f«lre^priacniirid IVasecrtaEftttfi te^ora dices
br itamam on concilia sabs d orpines tod.
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7-15
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The following is the WDOE - Spill Operations Section Hazard Assessment
Worksheet:
Department of Ecology - Spill Operations Section
Hazard Assessment Worksheet
Name(s) of Ecology Personnel:
Date: Contact Person or Reference (s):
/. Information as first reported
Location/Site Name:
Type of Incident:
Owner of Property (if known):
II. Information upon arrival and BEFORE first perimeter reconnaissance
Arrival Time: Wind from the at approx. speed of
Other Personnel On Scene (fire, police, contractors, etc.):
Nearest Hospital and Phone Number.
General Site Description & Potential Hazards, as seen from arrival position, and Recon plans:
III. Perimeter Reconnaissance PPE - Check Personal Protective Equipment being used:
~ Level C ~ Level D
NOTE: Based on FIRST recon results, addi recon w/higher PPE levels may be needed!
IV. Information AFTER all perimeter reconnaissance is completed
Indicate Hazards (Key K=Known, S=Suspected, X=Other, or Lins through item if "N/A")
Explosive Corrosive Vehicles
Flammable Liquid Oxidizer Noise
Flammable Solid Biohazard Heat'Cold
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Flammable Gas
Poisonous Gas
Poison
Other
(speci fy)
Unknowns (describe color, size, shape of container(s), etc.)
In addition to above, note anything else observed during perimeter recon action(s):
Provide Data on Known or Suspected Compounds, if any:
Compound(s)
PEL/IDLH
Health Hazards
Route(s) of Exposure
Attach MSDS/Chemical Database Pnnt-out/Bill of Lading (if available)
Side 1 of 2
Radioactive
Oxygen Deficiency
Confined Space
Falling
Slipping/Tripping
Water
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If Site Entry is not indicated based on the perimeter reconnaissance,
the Spill Response Flow Chart, available resources or
responder training levels, go to Part VI, below:
V. Workplan/Information prior to Site Entry
a) Workplan for Site Entry Team (briefly describe the Team's scope & objective):
b) Site Map Sketch (indicate wind direction, safety zones, escape routes, hazards, etc.)
c) Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to be used for site entry (Check One):
~ Level A ~ Level B ~ Level C ~ Level D
Will Air Monitoring Instruments be used during the investigation? Yes No
If Yes, what type''
List "Exit Action
Reading(s)":
d) Entry Team Check-off (if an item that applies is not checked, , DO NOT ENTER
SITE)
Training/MedMon is up to date
Buddy System/Communication and Equipment check completed
Decon line ready
Hazard Assessment Worksheet Reviewed and Workplan clear to members of Response Team
Site entry time and/or Time on air
VI. Site Entry Summary and/or Conclusion of Ecology Response
If samples were obtained and analyzed (HazCat) after site entry, list the results below:
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What are subsequent work plans or additional incident response actions to be taken?
- Debriefing Resuits/Follow-up:
Site Departure Time:
Total Time Spent on Site: Lead Responder Signature:
updated 3/98 (zachmann) Side 2 of 2
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7330 Equipment
Local response teams and contractors usually arrive on-scene with the basic
equipment necessary to respond to hazardous substance incidents. EPA
maintains a number of air monitoring instruments and some field portable
analyzing equipment.
7400 Planning
Planning for hazardous substance responses happens at a number of levels
throughout Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. First, as a result of the Superfund
Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Title III requirements, State
Emergency Response Commissions (SERCs), Local Emergency Planning
Committees (LEPCs), and Tribal Emergency Response Committees (TERCs)
were formed. The purpose of these groups is to develop local emergency
response plans, participate in exercises to ensure preparedness at the local
level, and arrange for training for local responders. In addition, local
departments of emergency management (or similar groups) may assist with
these functions as well as notifications of hazardous substance incidents.
SERCs, LEPCs, and TERCs are not funded by the federal government and the
level of activity varies from area to area. The table below lists the number and
types of organizations that exist in each state. The emergency management
positions vary from state to state and may.be a Department of Emergency
Management, Emergency Services, Civil Defense, or Disaster Services.
Idaho
Oregon
Washington
SERC
1
1
1
LEPC
44
1
43
TERC
4
11
27
Emergency Mngt
44
37
43
7410 Initial Response Actions/Hazard Identification
Most petroleum products tend to behave in a consistent manner when released
(e.g. either float or sink) into the environment and can be contained and
recovered using commonly available techniques (e.g. booming, skimming,
mechanical recovery). For this reason, it is relatively easy to pre-plan for
incidents and responses tend to be fairly straight forward. With hazardous
substances, however, there are thousands of different types of materials, each
behaving differently depending on the conditions. For this reason, one of the
most import functions of the Planning Section to obtain information about a
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chemical's behavior, potential health effects, and possible response alternatives.
In some cases, it may be very difficult to identify the hazardous substances that
are involved in an incident. For example, in the case of abandoned drums, it
may be difficult to determine the substances involved and thus the risks
associated with them. In other cases, it might be relatively easy. For example, if
there is a train derailment or a transportation accident, hazardous waste
manifests should be able to provide responders with the information needed to
begin assessing the risks associated with the site.
Further, in the case of hazardous substances spills, until the released material is
identified and the levels of potential exposure determined, a response strategy
cannot be safely implemented. The situation must be approached with extreme
caution and often a response must be delayed until safe levels of exposure are
determined and a properly equipped response team can be assembled.
Decisions regarding possible evacuations must also be made during the period
of substance identification and risk determination.
During the initial response phase, some basic actions may be implemented
depending upon the available information and resources. These actions can
include, but are not limited to:
• controlling access to the area
• identifying the hazards
• controlling and/or stopping further releases
• sampling of water/soil/product
• containment of the already released product
® implementation of countermeasures
• establishing proper decontamination procedures
Weapons of mass destruction including nuclear, biological, and chemical
weapons are a reality in the world today. The Sarin gas attacks in Japan, as well
as several recent arrests of anti-government groups in the United States in
connection with efforts to obtain and release plague bacteria, Phosgene, Ricin,
Sarin, and other deadly substances, requires all response agencies to obtain a
general level of awareness of such materials.
A nuclear, biological, or chemical terrorist incident is a local event with potentially
profound regional and national implications. The capability of a local government
to deal with the immediate effects of an incident is essential to the success of
any NBC response. To assist in building local capability with trained and
adequately equipped responders, the National Response Team's Response
Committee has developed the NRT Counter-Terrorism Primer: Understanding
the Threat of Nuclear-Biological-Chemical (NBC) Terrorism. This Primer consists
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of a binder of materials designed for Area Committee's and Regional Response
Teams's to use in sharing NBC preparedness and response information with
State and local responders. A copy of this Primer may be obtained by contacting
the NRT's Response Committee Chair at (703) 603-8727.
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7411 Information Sources
The following table provides information on sources of information that may help
identify a material and/or evaluate potential health effects and response
alternatives.
INFORMATION
SOURCE
DESCRIPTION
CONTACT
NUMBER
CHEMTREC
Provides immediate advice for
personnel at the scene of a spill and
provides contact with the
shipper/manufacturers of the
chemicals involved.
(800)424-9300
CHEM-TEL
Provides immediate information for
personnel on scene of a chemical
spill.
(800)255-3924
CHLOREP - Chlorine
Emergency Plan
Provides assistance to chlorine
releases in NW area.
(503)228-7655
DOT ERG -
Emergency Response
Guide
Provides information to help first
responders quickly identify the
hazards of the material involved in
an incident, and protect themselves
and the public during the response.
Widely
available in
print
TOMES - Toxicology
Occupational
Medicine &
Environmental Series
Database
Provides rapid, easy access to a
vast library of medical and hazard
information needed for safe
management of chemicals in the
workplace and environment.
(800)525-9083
USCG CHRIS -
Chemical Hazard
Response Information
System
Provides physical, chemical, and
toxicological properties of
hazardous chemicals; methods of
estimating quantities released;
methods of predicting hazards;
existing methodologies for handling
spills; and a list of manufacturers
equipment
(800)424-8802
NRC
IRAP - Interagency
Radiological
Assistance Plan
Assists with obtaining technical
guidance when dealing with
radioactive incidents.
(800)424-9300
CHEMTREC
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NRC - Nuclear
Regulatory
Commission
Provides information and assistance
in handling accidents involving
radioactive materials.
(301)415-7000
HSIS - Hazardous
Substance
Information System
Contains hazardous substance
information specific to 37,000
Oregon facilities that report to
OSFM.
(800) 621-2435.
Pre-registration
is required.
OPC
Oregon Poison Control
(800) 452-7165
7412 CAMEO Database
CAMEO (Computer Aided Management of Emergency Operations), ALOHA
(Aerial Locations of Hazardous Atmospheres), and MARPLOT (a GIS area
mapping module for display of data and information from the CAMEO and
ALOHA applications) may be some of the most comprehensive systems
available to assist responders to hazardous substance spills. This system
contains names of facilities, quantities and types of hazardous substances
stored at the facilities and their location, and contact names and numbers for
facilities. ALOHA can model plumes and provide information on evacuation
areas. Many local jurisdictions have direct access to these databases through
local fire departments or dispatch centers. Jn the State of Washington, any local
jurisdiction may obtain information from these systems simply by contacting the
Washington State Patrol, (360)753-0500. In Oregon, the same information may
be obtained through the Officer of State Fire Marshal Hazardous Substance
Information Hotline, (503)378-6835. In Idaho, this information can be obtained
by calling the Emergency Communications Center at (208) 334-4570.
7420 Mitigation
Following identification of the hazardous substance or substances involved and
the risks associated with those substances, a plan of action can begin to be
formulated. Planning for all potential releases of hazardous substances and
their possible combinations is not possible. However, a relatively small number
of hazardous substances account for the majority of the substances commonly
stored and transported in the area and thus the substances with the highest
possibility of release. The following list summarizes hazardous substances most
likely encountered throughout the Northwest Area:
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Anhydrous Ammonia (V)
6
Toluene (V,F)
2
Chlorine (V,D)
7
Sodium Chlorate (D)
3
UAN-32 Fertilizer (D)
8
Methanol (D,V)
4
Sodium Hydroxide (D)
9
Sulfuric Acid (D,S)
5
MTBE (V,D)
10
Ether(F)
D = dissolver V = volatilizer F = floater S = sinker
These 10 substances can be divided into 4 main categories, depending upon the
behavior of the substance once it is released into the environment. The 4
categories are sinkers, floaters, dissolvers, and volatilizers. Response actions
and equipment resources need to take into consideration the general behavior of
the hazardous substance(s), as well as the potential toxicity of the substance(s)
and the potential receptors in the area. A code for each of these general
categories has been applied to the above list of the commonly transported/used
hazardous substances. As a guide, the following ideas are possible response
actions, although not inclusive, for each group. It is important to remember,
however, that in a single incident there may be a number of different hazardous
substances that may be reacting with each other. It is critical to approach each
situation on a case by case basis and evaluate the potential hazards carefully.
Immediate Actions
Possible Cleanup Alternatives
Dissolvers
Protect/notify down gradient users
of surface or shallow groundwater
Neutralize, conduct water
treatment, or excavate and
dispose/treat contaminated soil
Volatilizers
Evacuate or shelter in place to
minimize exposure; protect from
fire or explosion hazards
Ventilate, eliminate potential
ignition sources
Floaters
Contain at or near source (note -
care must be taken when
containing gasoline or similarly
volatile substances to prevent a
fire or explosion hazard)
Recover using mechanical means
or treat in place
Sinkers
Notify/protect downstream water
users
Recover using mechanical means
such as dredging or treat in place
Addressing issues related to decontamination of people and equipment is
critically important to the overall success of a hazardous substance response. It
is also very important in ensuring proper health and safety is maintained. During
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the mitigation phase and throughout final cleanup, a decontamination area must
be established and procedures for personnel and equipment movement
established.
7430 Long Term Cleanup
At some point after the height of the initial response phase, the nature of site
activities may evolve into a long term cleanup phase. The responders involved
in the initial response phase may or may not be actively involved with this phase.
Depending upon the scope of activities and the ability of the local responders,
post-initial response and mitigation phase efforts may necessitate mobilization of
additional resources. Also, it is possible that federal and/or state agency
representatives may need to be involved with the long term phase to ensure that
regulatory mandates are followed.
The NCP Section 300.415 and similar state regulations require the lead agency
to evaluate all information to determine the appropriate removal/remedial
actions. Efforts should also be made to have the responsible parties, if known,
perform necessary actions. If the responsible parties are unknown, or are
unable/unwilling to perform the actions, it may be necessary for a federal, state,
or local agency to undertake the necessary efforts to see that the
removal/remedial tasks are accomplished. The following is a list of regional
treatment centers for petroleum contaminated soil:
CR
Roosevelt
Roosevelt Regional Landfill
l-800-275-5641
Aeration
CR
Yakima
Anderson PCS
(509)965-3621
Aeration
CR
Grandview
Lower Valley Remediation
(509)862-1144
Aeration & Bioremediation
CR
Kittitas
Taneum Recovery Corp
(509)964-2363
Aeration & Bioremediation
ER
Spokane
Remtech, Inc
(509)624-0210
Thermal Desorption
NWR
Kenmore
Sterling Asphalt
(425)485-5667
Asphalt Incorporation
NWR
Everett
Assoc Sand and Gravel
(425) 355-2111
Thermal Desorption
NWR
Seattle
Holnam Cement
(206)937-8025
Cement Incorporation
SWR
Tacoma/Portland
TPS Tech Inc (Woodworth)
1-800-375-3752
Thermal Desorption
SWR
Port Angeles
Fields Shotwell Corp
(360)457-1417
Thermal Treatment/Recycling
KEY: CR' Central Region ER Eastern Region NWR Northwest Region SW Southwest Region
7431 Disposal
As a result of response and long term cleanup activities, a number of different
hazardous wastes may have been generated. The responsible party or lead
agency must address proper disposal of the wastes in accordance with the
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), the NCP and NWACP, state,
and local regulations. See Section 9620 for Washington State Disposal
Guidelines and Section 4337.2 for Oregon State Disposal Guidelines.
7432 Natural Resource Trustee Issues
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play a key role providing information for natural resource protection strategies,
and assessment of damages following the release of hazardous substances.
Although it is not a priority for incident responders, they may be able to assist
Natural Resource Trustees in obtaining critical data for their Natural Resource
Damage Assessment (NRDA). As outlined in Section 2250 of this Plan, a NRDA
team may be utilized during and after an incident. The NRDA team can provide
environmentally sensitive area information and information on possible cleanup
methods and equipment. Also, NRDA can organize post-response activities for
evaluating resource impacts, development of restoration or enhancement
projects, and damage assessment information for monetary claims.
7500 Logistics
7600 Finance/Administration
As outlined in Section 6000 of this Plan, there are a number of federal and state
funding sources that may be accessed to pay for costs incurred at an incident.
These sources are set up as funding mechanisms in the event that the
responsible party is unable/unwilling to provide funding of response actions.
Access to the funding sources is possible through the federal or state agency
that is responsible for administering the fund.
Under CERCLA, the Hazardous Substance Response Trust Fund (Superfund)
was established to pay for cleanup of releases of hazardous substances and
uncontrolled hazardous waste sites. EPA manages and administers this fund.
7610 Local Government Reimbursement
Through the EPA, who administers the Superfund, local (county, parish, city,
municipality, township, or tribe) agencies may apply for reimbursement of costs
incurred in response to an incident. States are specifically excluded from
seeking reimbursement from the Superfund. Local governments are eligible for
reimbursement up to $25,000 per incident for costs such as overtime charges,
response contractors, equipment purchased for the response, and replacement
of damaged equipment. EPA may accept only one request for reimbursement
for each hazardous substance release incident. EPA cannot reimburse for costs
previously budgeted for by the local government. On February 18, 1998, EPA
published an Interim Final Rule simplifying the process for Local Government
Reimbursement (LGR). Information on the new rule may be obtained by calling
EPA's LGR Help line at (800) 431-9209. A copy of the application and
necessary attachment forms follows:
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8292 Federal Repster/Vol 63. No, 32/Wednesday, Februiry 18, 1990/Rules and Regulations
AppendlxD III to Part 310O Form Application for Reimbursement to Local Governments for Emergency Response to
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services exclusive of transportation and commo-
nicaaons
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for tasks requiring spadaftzed hazardous
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ing, cleanup toots and tuppftea and similar mate-
nals purchased specifically for. and expended
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cally for a response wfl be considered only If
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cant's open trig budget
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prose e fire, food purchased epeotfcaly for an
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gloves, and eampkng capites.
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by the applicant or other unk of local government.
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7620 Cost Documentation
Upon completion of all site activities and/or completion of each phase of an
incident, the FOSC may be responsible for submitting letters and/or reports to
other agencies. The NCP and NWACP require that an FOSC Report be
submitted if requested by the National Response Team or the Regional
Response Team. Also, those responders and agencies that accessed fund
sources, or wish to access fund sources for reimbursement, must provide written
documentation and information to support the costs incurred. Costs must be
fully and accurately documented throughout a response. Cost documentation
should provide the source and circumstances of the release, the identity of
responsible parties, the response action taken, accurate accounting of federal,
state, or private party costs incurred for response actions, and impacts and
potential impacts to the public health and welfare and the environment.
7700 Reserved for Future Use
7800 Reserved for Future Use
7900 Reserved for Future Use
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CHAPTER 8000
MARINE FIREFIGHTING
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Chapter 8000 Table of Contents
8100 MSO Puget Sound Marine Firefighting Plan 8-3
8200 MSO Portland Marine Firefighting Plan 8-4
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8100 MSO PUGET SOUND MARINE FIREFIGHTING PLAN
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
8110 Introduction 3
8111 Abbreviations 3
8112 Definitions and Responsibilities 3
8113 Coast Guard Authority 5
8114 Federal Policy 6
8115 Coast Guard Policy 6
81" 6 Related State Policy 7
8117 Canadian/U.S. Cross Border Policy 8
8118 Nonfederal Responsibility 8
8118.1 Local Fire Departments 8
8118.2 Master/Mate of the Vessel 8
8118.3 Owners/Operators of Vessel 8
8120 Command and Control 8
8121 Command Interrelationships 9
8122 Unified Command 9
8123 Transfer of Command 9
8123.1 Vessel Underway 9
8123.2 Vessel at Pier 9
8130 Operations 9
8140 Planning 10
8141 Marine Firefighting Technical Advisory Team (MFFTAT) 10
8141.1 MFFTAT Initial Actions 11
8150 Finance 12
8160 Logistics 12
8161 Communications 12
8162 Coast Guard Frequencies and Resources 12
8163 Resource List 12
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8110 Introduction
This chapter outlines the responsibilities and actions during a marine fire incident
occurring within the Puget Sound Captain of the Port Zone, which encompasses Puget
Sound, the Straits of Juan De Fuca, and the northern Washington coast. The principle
purpose is to explain the Coast Guard's role, and the support which can be provided to
local municipalities, during marine firefighting incidents. Policies, responsibilities and
procedures for coordination of on-scene forces are provided. It is designed for use in
conjunction with other state, regional and local contingency and resource mobilization
plans.
8111 Abbreviations
CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and
Liability Act
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
COTP Captain of the Port
CP Command Post
CWA Clean Water Act
DCM Dangerous Cargo Manifest
DOT US Department of Transportation
IC Incident Commander
ICS Incident Command System
IMDG International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code
MFMC Marine Firefighting Mission Contorller
MFSC Marine Firefighting Scene Coordinator
MSO Marine Safety Office
NRC National Response Center
EMS Washington State Emergency Management Office
OSC Federal On-Scene Coordinator
OCMI Officer-ln-Charge, Marine Inspection
OPA 90 The Oil Pollution Act of 1990
OSLTF Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund
PSVTS Puget Sound Vessel Traffic Safety
SMC Search and Rescue Mission Controller
SUPSALV Supervisor Naval Salvage Operations
PWSA Ports and Waterways Safety Act
8112 Definitions and Responsibilities
CCGD13 - Commander, Coast Guard District Thirteen - The U.S. Coast Guard District
Commander (Admiral) who exercises operational and administrative control over all
Coast Guard units assigned to the District (few exceptions) and acts as a direct
representative of the Commandant.
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Coast Guard District Thirteen - Coast Guard District Thirteen's area comprised of
Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana, and extends out into the Pacific Ocean 200
nautical miles.
Coast Guard Group Seattle/ Air Station Port Angeles - Group Commands are
established to provide coordination and efficiency of achievement of the basic missions
by all operating units in their geographical area.
Coast Guard MSO Puget Sound - Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Puget Sound is
responsible for administering and directing all Coast Guard activities relating to
applicable navigation, shipping, transportation, and environmental laws and regulations
within the Captain of the Port Puget Sound.
COTP - Captain of the Port- The Commanding Officer, MSO Puget Sound, is
designated as COTP Puget Sound. The COTP is responsible for administering and
directing all Coast Guard activities relating to Port Safety and Security (PSS), Marine
Environmental Response (MER), and Waterway Management (WWM) functions not
delegated to Puget Sound VTS.
FOSC - Federal On-Scene Coordinator - The federal official predesignated by EPA or
the USCG to coordinate and supervise federal responses under the National
Contingency Plan.
IC - The person (vessel master, salvage supervisor, fire chief, etc.) who is directly
responsible for coordinating and directing a comprehensive response to the emergency
situation. Designated by the Responsible Party or Lead Agency.
Lead Agency - A government agency responsible for ensuring adequate fire response.
Normally a local Fire Department. (Determination of Lead Agency is discussed in
Section 400).
MFMC- Marine Firefighting Mission Coordinator: The officer at MSO Puget Sound
responsible to the COTP, for overall supervision of U.S. COAST GUARD marine
firefighting support operations and for execution of this plan.
MFSC- Marine Firefighting Scene Coordinator - Officer at MSO Puget Sound
responsible for On-Scene execution of COTP Marine Firefighting support
responsibilities.
MFC - Marine Firefighting Coordinator - Provides the MFSC with firefighting expertise
and advice during a firefighting situation. This position will be filled by a Coast Guard
Reservist employed as a civilian firefighters familiar both with shipboard and land
firefighting techniques and local fire organizational structure.
OSC - On-Scene Commander - Designation per the National SAR Plan. Prosecutes
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the SAR mission on-scene and has operational control of all SAR response units on
scene.
SMC- Search and Rescue Mission Coordinator - Designation per the National SAR
Plan. Responsible for planning and operational coordination and control of SAR
missions. Person with OVERALC execution of Search and Rescue responsibilities,
normally designated by the Commanding Officer of the cognizant Coast Guard Group
or Commander Coast Guard District Thirteen.
VTS Puget Sound - Puget Sound Vessel Traffic Service - VTS Puget Sound is
established to prevent groundings, collisions and the loss of life, property and
environmental damage. The goal of the VTS is to maintain predictability and good
order of the waterway.
Waterfront Facility - All piers, wharves, docks, and similar structures to which vessels
may be secured; areas of land, water or land and water under and in immediate
proximity to them; buildings on such structures and equipment and materials on or in
such buildings.
8113 Coast Guard Authority
The Coast Guard has no specific statutory responsibility to fight marine fires; but the
local Coast Guard Captain of the Port is charged by the Ports and Waterways Safety
Act (33 U.S.C. 1221, et seq.) with the responsibility for navigation and vessel safety,
safety of the waterfront facilities, and protection of the marine environment within the
Captain of the Port's area of jurisdiction. This authority allows the Captain of the Port
to:
• Direct the anchoring, mooring, or movement of a vessel.
o Specify times of vessel entry, movement, or departure to, from or through ports,
harbors, or other waters.
• Restrict vessel operation in hazardous areas.
• Direct the handling, loading, discharge, storage, and movement-including
emergency removal, control, and disposition-of explosives or other dangerous
¦ cargo or substances, on any bridge or other structure on or in the navigable waters
of the United States or any land structure immediately adjacent to those waters.
The Coast Guard under the Clean Water Act as amended by the Oil Pollution Act of
1990 (33 U.S.C. 1251, et seq.) may , whenever a marine disaster in the navigable
waters or exclusive economic zone of the United States has created a substantial threat
of pollution because of a discharge or an imminent discharge of large quantities of oil or
a hazardous substance from a vessel, coordinate and direct all public and private
efforts directed at removal or elimination of such threat and summarily remove and, if
necessary, destroy such a vessel. Also under section 4202 of the Oil Pollution Act of
1990 mandates that the Coast Guard maintain an Area Contingency Plan of pollution
response equipment (including fire fighting equipment) within each port.
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The Intervention on the High Seas Act (33 U.S.C. 1471, et seq.) extends the Coast
Guard's authority to take similar preemptive or corrective action upon the high seas
(i.e., beyond the three mile territorial sea). Specifically, it authorizes the Commandant
of the Coast Guard to take such measures on the high seas as may be necessary to
prevent or mitigate such a casualty which may reasonably be expected to result in
major harmful consequences. This authority rests with the Commandant. The MSO
Puget Sound commanding officer should relay any recommendation to take such action
through the district commander to the Commandant..
42 U.S.C. 1856-1856(d) allows an agency charged with providing fire protection for any
property of the United States to enter into reciprocal agreements with state and local
fire fighting organizations to provide for mutual aids. This statute further provides that
emergency assistance may be rendered in the absence of a reciprocal agreement,
when it is determined by the head of that agency to be in the best interest of the United
States.
The Coast Guard cannot delegate their statutory authorities and shall not delegate
mission responsibilities to state or local agencies. The Marine Safety Office shall not be
party to any agreement that relinquishes Coast Guard authority, evades Coast Guard
responsibility, or places Marine Safety Office military personnel under the command of
any person(s) who is/are not a part of the Federal military establishment. Coast Guard
forces will be subject to no authority other than that of their superiors in the chain of
command. Within the Coast Guard, the Captain of the Port will delegate authorities as
necessary.
The Captain of the Port will consult with the Port Authority which owns and/or operates
the affected waterfront facility and will give due consideration to the operational interest
of the Port and its customer.
8114 Federal Policy
Federal policy established in the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 (PL
93-498), states that Fire prevention and control is and should remain a state and local
responsibility, although the federal government must help to reduce fire losses.
8115 Coast Guard Policy
The Coast Guard has traditionally provided fire fighting equipment and training to
protect its vessels and property. Commanding Officers of Coast Guard units (Captain
of the Port's, Groups, Cutters, etc..) are routinely called upon to provide assistance at
fires on board vessels and at waterfront facilities.
The Coast Guard renders assistance as available, based on the availability of
resources and the Coast Guard units training level. The Commandant intends to
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maintain this traditional "assistance as available" posture without conveying the
impression that the Coast Guard is prepared to relieve local fire departments of their
responsibilities.
The Coast Guard fire fighting policy is set forth in the Coast Guard Marine Safety
Manual, Vol. VI, chapter 8. A summary of this policy is as follows:
Although the Coast Guard clearly has an interest in fighting fires involving vessels or
waterfront facilities, local authorities are principally responsible for maintaining
necessary fire fighting capabilities in U.S. Ports and harbors. The involvement of Coast
Guard forces in actual fire fighting shall be to a degree commensurate with our
personnel training and equipment levels. The Coast Guard intends to maintain its
historic "assistance as available" posture without conveying the impression that we
stand ready to relieve local jurisdictions of their responsibilities. Additionally, the
response actions taken shall pose no unwarranted risk to Coast Guard personnel or
equipment.
It is the Commandant's policy that Coast Guard personnel shall not actively engage in
fire fighting. The exceptions to this policy include the following:
• Individuals whose primary duty is fire fighting.
• Isolated units located where there are no municipal fire departments and the
commanding officer determines a fire brigade is necessary to carry out the mission
of that unit.
• In order to save a life.
• In the early stages of a fire that can be extinguished using a portable fire
extinguisher.
8116 Related State Policy
The Washington State Fire Services Resource Mobilization Plan is developed in
support of RCW 38.54, the State Fire Services Mobilization Act. In implementing this
act, consistency will be sought with:
• RCW 76.04, which governs the Department of Natural Resources.
• RCW 43.43 and 38.52, which govern fire protection services and emergency
management:
• RCW 52, governing fire districts; and
• RCW 35, governing cities and towns.
Authorization of state fire resources mobilization may be requested when (1) all local
and mutual aid resources have been expended in attempting to control an emergency
incident presenting a clear and present danger to life and property or (2) a non-
stabilized incident or simultaneous incidents presenting a clear and present danger to
life and property and requiring in addition to local resources and mutual aid, the
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deployment of additional resources as established by the Region Fire Defense Plan
approved by the State Fire Defense committee.
8117 Canadian/U.S. Cross Border Policy
An agreement is in place which has been negotiated between the U.S. and Canada
which allows for cooperation in an emergency situation. Commander 13,h Coast Guard
District maintains this agreement.
8118 Nonfederal Responsibility
8118.1 Local Fire Departments
Local fire departments are responsible for fire protection within their jurisdictions. In a
number of cities, this responsibility includes marine terminals and facilities. Some of
these terminals and facilities have entered into mutual aid agreements with the
surrounding fire departments.
Typical responsibilities of local fire departments include:
® Establish and staff Incident Command.
® Request necessary personnel and equipment in accordance with existing mutual aid
agreements and Washington State Resource Mobilization Plan.
• Make all requests for Coast Guard/federal^-personnel, equipment and waterside
security through COTP.
• Establish liaison with police department for landside traffic and crowd control, scene
security and evacuation.
8118.2 Master/Mate of the vessel
The master is always in charge of the vessel, but NEVER in charge of fire fighting
efforts of non-vessel personnel.
8118.3 Owners/Operators of Vessel
These individuals are always a critical source of vessel/facility information. Regardless
of other response resources, the owner/operator of vessels and facilities retain a
fundamental responsibility for safety and security.
8120 Command and Control
A major waterfront or shipboard fire in Puget Sound will probably involve response
teams from federal, state and local agencies. The nature and location of the fire will be
the deciding element in determining which agency assumes overall command or lead
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agency in a unified command. Overall command or lead agency must be determined
as early as possible in the incident to ensure the effective use of personnel and
equipment.
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8121
Command Interrelationships
The incident command system is the accepted organization system used by most
federal, state and local agencies mitigating emergency situations and is designed to
expand and contract to meet the needs of the incident. The U.S. Coast Guard
response organization is designed to be interactive with the incident command system,
the accepted Washington State response organization system. The organizational
structure for any given incident will be based upon the management needs of that
incident.
8122 Unified Command
In instances when several jurisdictions are involved or several agencies have a
significant management interest or responsibility, a unified command with a lead
agency designation may be more appropriate for an incident than a single command
response organization. Generally, a unified command structure is called for when the
incident occurs within one jurisdiction but involves several agencies with management
responsibility for it due to the nature of the incident or the resources needed to combat
it. Such circumstances would pertain for almost any fire at a facility or a vessel at
pierside or anchorage located in Puget Sound because of the similar responsibilities of
local fire departments and the Coast Guard for the saving of life, property and the
environment.
8123 Transfer of Command
The presence of local fire fighters or Coast guard personnel does not relieve the master
of command of, or transfer the master's responsibility for overall safety on, the vessel.
However, the master should not normally countermand any orders given by the local
fire fighters in the performance of fire fighting activities on board the vessel, unless the
action taken or planned clearly endangers the safety of the vessel or crew.
8123.1 Vessel Underway
While the vessel is underway the IC is the COTP. Once at pierside, the IC shifts (with
concurrence of the COTP and local fire department) to the fire department.
8123.2 Vessel at Pier
With COTP approval, the vessel is towed and eventually anchored in the bay. Initially,
the IC will be the local fire department and once the vessel is underway, the IC shifts
(with mutual concurrence) to the COTP.
8130 Operations
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Marine fire fighting is substantially different from standard structural fire fighting
requiring specialized equipment and training. The IC that does not have an organized
marine fire fighting team may wish to follow some general guidelines for operational
considerations:
• Muster the crew. Remove all nonessential personnel off the vessel and away from
the scene. Make sure the master, mates and all engineering personnel remain
where they can be used as an information resource.
• Rescue. Life safety must always be the first consideration in any fire or emergency
situation. When lives are in danger, the IC must quickly assess whether the
situation necessitates immediate removal of personnel, the number of persons that
need to be extracted and the hazards to the rescue team.
• Exposure. The fire should be fought so as to prevent the spread of fire on or off the
vessel. Typical exposures include flammable liquid or gas tanks, open stairways,
explosives, or any other substance which would accelerate or aid the spread of the
fire. Provided there is no danger of water reactivity, exposures are best cooled by
application of a fog pattern until no visible steam is generated. For some two-
dimensional surfaces foam may be an appropriate agent for exposure protection.
• Confinement. To accomplish proper containment, all closures and generally all
ventilation (unless personnel are trapped inside the space) should be secured.
Establish primary fire, smoke and flooding boundaries. Primary boundaries are
critical to the control of a fire. Monitor and cool the boundaries, as necessary , on all
six sides of the fire (fore, aft, port, starboard, above and below).
• Extinguishment. The fuel source, amount of fuel/surface area and the location ot
the fire will determine the tactics and agents to be used.
• Overhaul. Ensuring that the fire will not re-flash and determining the point of origin
and source of ignition. Detailed photographic records of the fire scene prior to
commencing overhaul is a necessity to aid in post fire investigations.
• Ventilation. Generally, all ventilation on a vessel will initially be secured upon
receipt of a fire alarm. Utilization of ventilation tactics to aid in extinguishment
should not begin until a coordinated attack is staged.
8140 Planning
8141 Marine Firefighting Technical Advisory Team (MFFTAT)
A MFFTAT has been assembled in the Puget Sound area to provide a small, rapidly
deployable team of qualified personnel available on a 24-hour basis to render on-site
technical advice and supply necessary resources to Incident Commanders at marine
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fire fighting incidents. This team consists of representatives from local port agencies
and fire departments. The team members with their technical advice and information
are:
COTP Puget Sound Representative
Able to obtain available Coast Guard resources
Able to access the federal pollution fund
HAZMAT knowledge
Access to the Marine Safety Center for dewatering
Marine Surveyor/Class Society Representative
Representative for Protection and Indemnity, i.e. insurance company
Access to vessel agent and interpreters for language barrier problems
Provide copies of Cargo Manifest and/or ships plans
Operations Specialist
Has understanding of vessel operations
Knowledgeable of tugs and barges
Understands hooking up and towing of vessels
Knowledgeable of the tides and currents which can affect the vessel
Seattle/Tacoma Marine Unit
Availability of a fire boat
Knowledge of crew in marine fire issues
State Fire Protection Bureau
Regional Coordinators
Awareness of sensitive and jurisdictional issues with the State Mobilization Plan
The specific team members are identified in the resource lists of the appendix of this
plan.
8141.1 MFFTAT Initial Actions
• Meet with the IC to:
- Relay Coast Guard response actions in progress
- Explain type and degree of Coast Guard Support available
- Receive situation report of ongoing operations
• Establish an appropriate safety zone around the burning vessel
• Determine required vessel movements
• Locate and designate the fire fighting anchorage and pier
• Determine the need of pollution response
• Provide the IC with MSIS or any other available vessel data
° Stability assessments should be initiated as soon as possible
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• Advise the IC of aspects where the team has special expertise
• Coordinate all port safety and environmental response functions with the IC
8150 Finance
The Washington State Resource Mobilization Plan will be followed for cost
documentation and recovery. The COTP has the ability to request opening the U.S. Oil
Spill Liability Fund or CERCLA if a substantial threat to the environment, public health
or welfare is determined. Any action to open this fund will be coordinated with the State
of Washington.
8160 Logistics
8161 Communications
Connecting interagency radio frequencies may and probably will require an exchange
of radio equipment. Communication obstacles inherent in a multi-agency task will be
minimized by strict radio discipline and adhering to the chain of command built into the
Incident Command System.
Landline and cellular phones can help facilitate communications between agencies. It
is extremely important when relaying information through third and fourth parties by
telephone that the information received is expeditiously forwarded to the appropriate
agency or individual. All operational significant information received over this medium
should also be forwarded to the IC.
8162 Coast Guard Frequencies and Resources
Refer to Communications Section 5300 in this plan.
8163 Resource Lists
Shown in resource lists 1 through 8 shown at the end of this section.
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MFFTAT
TEAM FUNCTION
NAME
AGENCY
ADDRESS / PHONE
COTP
MAR'NE
SURVEYOR
OPERATIONS
SPECIALIST
MARINE
FIRE UNIT
STATE FIRE
PROTECTION
BUREAU
John Dwyer
USCG
Phil Read
Det Norske Veritas
Butch Hanson ABS
Christian Volkle Special Expedition
Marine
Steve Kimmel Foss Maritime
Alex Sweeney Crowley Marine
Dwyer Fudge TacomaFire
Earl Sodeman Seattle Fire
Dave LeFave Cowlitz County
Fire District #2
Mary Corso State Fire Marshal
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1519 Alaskan Way S.
Seattle, Wa. 98134
(206) 217-6180
14450 NE 29th PI
Suite 217
Bellevue, Wa. 98007
(425) 861-7977
5950 - 6th Ave S.
Seattle, Wa. 98108
(206) 762-6200
1415 Western Ave
Suite 700
Seattle, Wa. 98101-2051
(206) 382-9593
600 West Ewing Street
Seattle, Wa. 98119
(206) 281-3810 (24 hrs)
8318 Alva Ave SW
Tacoma, Wa. 98489
(253) 581-9076
3600 23rd Ave SW
Seattle, Wa. 98106
(206) 386-1436
701 Vine Street
Kelso, Wa. 98626
(360) 577-3056
PO Box 42638
Olympia. Wa. 98504-2638
(360)753-0411
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Puget Sound Marine Firefighting Resource List No. 1
COTP ZONE: MSO PUGET SOUND, WA
Poru/Harbor Area: ANACORTES, WA
Resource Capabilities Quantity
FIREBOATS
Bellmgham 1,000 gpm
RESPONSE
PLATFORMS
Washington Responder Offshore
American Salvor
MFF EQUIPMENT
BOATS
Camano Island Rescue
Garth Foss 12,320 gpm
Lindsey Foss 12.320 gpm
FEDERAL RESOURCES
FEMA Comms Van
Owner/POC
Location
Phono #
Comments
FD/Stan Snapp
MSRC/Barry Kevan
Crowley
Fire & Rescue Dept
1800 Broadway
Everett
Seattle
525 E No Camano
Drive
Foss Maritime/Steve Kimmel 660 W Ewmg St
Seattle
Foss Maritime/Steve Kimmel 660 W Ewmg St.
Seattle
(360)676-6831 32 foot inner harbor, see note 3
(425)304-1526 See note 4
(206)443-8100 213 feet. Draft 12.5 ft , helicopter
pad, 35 ton crane. Decomp. Chamber,
2 fire monitors, See note 4
(360) 629-3008 Not authorized to do marine
firefighting
(206)281-3810 6,200 gal of AFFF, See note 4
(206)281-3810 6,200 gal of AFFF. See note 4
OTHER RESOURCES
Boeing-Marine Chemist. 3 tankers w/600 gal foam, POC is Chief Danny Johnson (206) 655-7707
Ken Kirsch (253)657-9853/Charies King (206)655-7703
Major Airports-50,000 to 100.000 gal of AFFF foam
SHORTFALLS IDENTIFIED'
1 Regional shortfall of marine qualified firefighters
2 Lack of MAA's MONs or MOU's In place to share personnel or equipment
3 Lack of MAA's to obtain materials from Boeing or Airports
4 Lack of stable funding source for training, exercises and response.
5 Regional Aid and response teams (technical advisory)
6 Regulation standardization for prevention/compliance.
7 24-hour central information depository for vessel plans, manifests, personnel, vsl capability.
8 On-scene cross agency communications coordinated
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9 Harbors of Refuge (safe haven) for dewatering/stability/pollution prevention identified.
NOTES
1 Have identified a possible linkage w/ MFSA and Columbia River MFF.
2 Working with Washington State OEM and Washington State Patrol to improve State Resource Mobilization Plan to cover MFF.
3 No mutual aid agreement exists
4 Dispatched from Seattle area, may be anywhere in Puget Sound
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Puget Sound Marine Firefighting Resource List No. 2
CO I I' /ONK MSO PLIGHT SOUND, WA
Port/Harbor Area: Bellingham, WA
Resource Capabilities Quantity
FIREBOATS
32'boat 1000 gpm
RESPONSE
PLATFORMS
Washington Responder Offshore
American Salvor
MFF EQUIPMENT
BOATS
Camano Island Rescue
Garth Foss 12.320 gpm
Lindsey Foss 12,320 gpm
FEDERAL
RESOURCES
FEMA Comms Van
SHORTFALLS IDENTIFIED
Owner/POC
Location
Phone #
Comments
Bellmgham FD/Stan Snapp
MSRC/Barry Kevan
Crowley
Fire & Rescue Dept.
Foss Mantima/Steve Kimmel
Foss Mantime/Steve Kimmel
1800 Broadway (360)676-6831 Inner harbor
Everett
Seattle
(425)304-1526
(206)443-8100
525 E Camano (360)629-3008
Drive
660 W Ewing St (206)281-3810
Seattle
660 W Ewing St (206)281 -3810
Seattle
See note 4
2 13 feet Draft 12 5 ft , Helicopter
pad, 35 ton crane, Decomp.Chamber.
2 fire monitors. See note 4
Not authorized to do marine
firefighting
6,200 gal of AFFF. See note 4
6,200 gal of AFFF, See note 4
1 Regional shortfall of marine qualified firefighters
2 Lack of MAA's MOA's or MOU's In place to share personnel or equipment
3 Lack of MAA's to obtain materials from Boeing or Airports.
4 Lack of stable funding source for training, exercises and response
5 Regional Aid and response teams (technical/advisory)
6 Regulation standardization for prevention/compliance
7 24 hour central Information depository for vessel plans, manifests, personnel, vsl capability.
8 On-scene cross agency communications coordinated
9 Harbors of Refuge (safe haven) for dewatenng/stability/pollution prevention identified.
NOTES:
1 Have identified a possible linkage w/ MFSA and Columbia River MFF
2 Working w/ Washington State OEM and Washington State Patrol to improve State Resource Mobilization Plan to cover MFF
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3 No mulual aid agreements exist
4 Dispatched from Seattle area, may be anywhere in Puget Sound
Puget Sound Marine Firefighting Resource List No. 3
COT P ZONE: MSO PUGET SOUND, WA
Port/Harbor Area: Bremerton
Resource Capabilities Quantity
Owner/POC
Location
Phone #
Comments
FIREBOATS
Chief Seattle
Alki
RESPONSE
PLATFORMS
Washington Responder
American Salvor
MFF EQUIPMENT
BOATS
Garth Foss
Lindsey Foss
FEDERAL
RESOURCES
FEMA Comms Van
7,500 gpm
16.200 gpm
Offshore
12,320 gpm
12,320 gpm
1 Seattle FD/Bill Zander
1 Seattle FD/Bill Zander
MSRC/Barry Kevan
Crowley
1 Foss Maritime - SJ^e Kimmel
1 Foss Mantime - Steve Kimmel
Engine 4
Engine 3
Everett
Seattle
(206)386-1405
(206)386-1405
(425)304-1526
(206)443-8100
96 5 feet Draft 7 feet 300 gal foam.
See note 3
123.5 feet. Draft 9 5 feet Generators.
MSA SCBA, 1 under-dock monitor,
See note 3
See note 4
213 feet. Draft 12 5 1t , Helicopter
pad, 35 ton crane. Decomp Chamber,
2 fire monitors. See note A
660 W Ewing St. (206)281 -3810 6,200 gal of AFFF, See note 4
Seattle
660 W Ewing St. (206)281-3810 6,200 gal of AFFF, See note 4
Seattle
OTHER
RESOURCES
Boeing-Marine Chemist, 3 tankers w/600 gal foam, POC is Chief Danny Johnson (206) 655-7707
Ken Kirsch (253)657-9853/Charies King (206)655-7703
Major Airports-50,000 to 100,000 gal of AFFF foam
SHORTFALLS IDENTIFIED
1 Regional shortfall of marine qualified firefighters
2 Lack of MAA's, MONs or MOU's in place to share personnel or equipment
3 Lack of MAA's to obtain materials from Boeing or Airports
4 Lack of stable funding source for training, exercises and response
5 Regional Aid and response teams (technical advisory).
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6 ' Regulation standardization for prevention/compliance.
7 24-hour central Information depository for vessel plans, manifests, personnel, vsl capability
8 On-scene cross agency communications coordinated.
9 Harbors of Refuge (safe haven) for dewatering/stability/pollution prevention identified.
Puget Sound Marine Firefighting Resource List No. 4
COT P ZONE: MSO PUGET SOUND, WA
Port /Harbor Area: Everett, WA
Resource Capabilities
Quantity.
Owner/POC
Location
Phone #
Comments
Seattle FD/Bill Zander
Seattle FD/Bill Zander
MSRC Barry Kevan
Crowley
FIREBOATS
Chief Seattle 7,500 gpm
Alki 16.200 gpm
RESPONSE
PLATFORMS
Washington Responder Offshore
American Salvor
MFF EQUIPMENT
BOATS
Camano Island Rescue
Garth Foss 12,320 gpm
Lindsey Foss 12,320 gpm
FEDERAL
RESOURCES
FEMA Comms Van
SHORTFALLS IDENTIFIED
1 Regional shortfall of marine qualified firefighters
2 Lack of MAA's, MONs or MOU's In place to share personnel or equipment
3 Lack of MAA's to obtain materials from Boeing or Airports
4 Lack of stable funding source for training, exercises and response
5 Regional Aid and response teams (technical advisory)
6 Regulation standardization for prevention/compliance
7 24-hour central Information depository for vessel plans, manifests, personnel, vsl capability.
8 On-scene cross agency communications coordinated.
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3 Fire & Rescue Dept.
1 Foss Maritime - Steve Kimmel
1 Foss Maritime - Steve Kimmel
Engine 4
Engine 3
Everett
Seattle
(206)386-1405
(2D6)386-1405
(425)304-1526
(206)443-8100
96.5 feet Draft 7 feet 300 gal foam.
See note 3.
123 5 feet. Draft 9 5 feet Generators,
MSA SCBA, I underdock monitor.
See note 3
See note 4
213 feet, Draft 12 5 ft , Helicopter
pad, 35 ton crane. Decomp Chamber,
2 fire monitors, See note 4
525 E Camano, (360) 629-3008 Not authorized to do marine
Dnve
660 W Ewing St. (206)281-3810
Seattle
660 W Ewing St. (206)281-3810
Seattle
firefighting
6,200 gal of AFFF, See note 4
6,200 gal of AFFF, See note.4
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NOTES
1 Have identified a possible linkage w/ MFSA and Columbia River MFF
2 Working w/ Washington State OEM and Washington State Patrol to improve State Resource Mobilization Plan to cover MFF.
3 Mutual aid agreement exists between Everett and Seattle
4 Dispatched from Seattle area, may be anywhere in Puget Sound.
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Puget Sound Marine Firefighting Resource List No. 5
COT!' /.OMK: MSG PUGET SOUND, WA
Port/Harbor Area: Olympia, WA
Resource Capabilities Quantity Owner/POC Location Phone # Cc-mments
FIREBOATS
Commencement 7.100 gpm 1 Tacoma FD/Dyre Fudge Engine Company 18 (253)591-5706 70 feel. Draft 3.5 feet (on cuslon).
35 foot telesquirt. 2 under-dock
monitors
Defiance 7 100 gpm 1 Tacoma FD/Dyre Fudge Engine Company 18 (253)591-5706 70 feet, Draft 3 5 feet (on cuslon),
35 foot telesquirt, 2 under-dock
monitors
RESPONSE
PLATFORMS
MFF EQUIPMENT
BOATS
Garth Foss 12.320 gpm 1 Foss Maritime - Steve Kimmel 660 W Ewmg St (206)281-3810 6,200 gal of AFFF, See note 4
Seattle
Undsey Foss 12,320 gpm 1 Foss Marifime - Steve Kimmel 660 W Ewmg St (206)281-3810 6,200 gal of AFFF, See note 4
Seattle
FEDERAL
RESOURCES
FEMA Comms Van
OTHER
RESOURCES
Major Airporls-50,000 to 100,000 gal of AFFF foam
Tacoma/Dyre Fudge Mobile Cascade Air Recharging System
SHORTFALLS IDENTIFIED
I Regional shortfall of marine qualified firefighters
2 Lack of MAA's, MONs or MOU's in place to share personnel or equipment
3 Lack of MAA's to obtain materials from Boeing or Airports.
4 Lack of stable funding source for training, exercises and response
5 Regional Aid and response teams (technical advisory)
6 Regulation standardization for prevention/compliance
7 24-hour central Information depository for vessel plans, manifests, personnel, vsl capability.
8 On-scene cross agency communications coordinated
9 Harbors of Refuge (safe haven) for dawatermg/stabilfty/pollution prevention identified.
NOTES'
1 Have identified a possible linkage w/ MFSA and Columbia River MFF
2 Working w/ Washington State OEM and Washington State Patrol to improve State Resource Mobilization Plan to cover MFF
3 Mutual aid agreement exists between Tacoma and Olympia.
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Puget Sound Marine Firefighting Resource List No. 6
COTP ZONE: MSO PUGET SOUND, WA
Port/Harbor Area : PORT ANGELES, WA
Resource Capabilities
Quantity
Owner/POC
Location
Phone
Comments
RESPONSE
PLATFORMS
Washington Responder Offshore
American Salvor
MFF EOUIPMENT
BOATS
Garth Foss 12,320 gpm
Lindsey Foss 12,320 gpm
FEDERAL
RESOURCES
FEMA Comms Van
OTHER
RESOURCES
Major Airports-50.000 to 100,000 gal of AFFF foam
SHORTFALLS IDENTIFIED.
MSRC/Barry Kevan
Crowley
Foss Maritime, Steve Kimmel
Foss Maritime, Steve Kimmel
Everett (425)304-1526 See note 4
Seattle (206)443-8100 213 feet, Draft 12 5 1L. HelicojAer
pad, 35 ton crane, Decomp
2 fire monitors, See note 4.
660 W Ewing St. (206)281-3810 6,200 gal of AFFF, See note 4
Seattle
660 W Ewing St (206)281-3810 6,200 gal of AFFF, See note 4
Seattle
1 Regional shortfall of marine qualified firefighters.
2 Lack of MAA's, MONs or MOU's In place to share personnel or equipment
3 Lack of MAA's to obtain materials from Boeing or Airports
4 Lack of stable funding source for training, exercises and response
5 Regional Aid and response teams (technical advisory)
6 Regulation standardization for prevention/compliance.
7 24-hour central Information depository for vessel plans, manifests, personnel, vsl capability.
8 On-scene cross agency communications coordinated
9 Harbors of Refuge (safe haven) for dewatering/stability/pollution prevention Identified.
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2 Working w/ Washington Stale OEM and Washington State Patrol to improve State Resource Mobilization Plan to cover MFF.
3 No mutual aid agreement exists.
4 Dispatched from Seattle area, may be anywhere In Puget Sound
Puget. Sound Marine Firefighting Resource List No. 7
COTP ZONE: MSO PUGET SOUND, WA
Port/Harbor Area: Seattle, WA
Resource Capacities Quantity
FIREBOATS
Chief Seattle
Alki
RESPONSE
PLATFORMS
Washington Responder
American Salvor
MFF EQUIPMENT
BOATS
Garth Foss
Lindsey Foss
FEDERAL
RESOURCES
FEMA Comms Van
7,500 gpm
16,200 gpm
Offshore
12.320 gpm
12,320 gpm
Owner/POC
Location
Seattle FD/Bill Zander
Seattle FD/Bill Zander
MSRC/Barry Kevan
Crowley
Foss Maritime - Steve Kimmel
Foss Maritime - Steve Kimmel
Engine 4
Engine 3
Everett
Seattle
Phone #
(206)386-1405
(206)386-1405
(425)304-1526
(206)443-8100
Comments
96 5 feet, Draft 7 feet 300 gal foam,
See note 3.
123 5 feet, Draft 9 5 feet. Generators.
MSA SCBA, I under-dock monitor,
See note 3
See note 4
213 feet, Draft 12 5 ft . Helicopter
pad, 35 ton crane. Decomp Chamber,
2 fire monitors, See note 4
660 W Ewmg St. (206)281 -3810 6,200 gal of AFFF, See note 4
Seattle
660 W Ewmg St. (206)281 -3810 6,200 gal of AFFF, See note 4
Seattle
OTHER
RESOURCES
Boeing-Marine Chemist, 3 tankers w/600 gal foam, POC is Chief Danny Johnson (206) 655-T707
Ken Kirsch (253)657-9853/Charles King (206)655-7703
Major Airports-50,000 to 100,000 of AFFF foam
Federal Way FD Two CG certified MFF's - LT Dave Fanning & Jon Morris
Tacoma/Dyre Fudge Mobile Cascade Air Recharging System
SHORTFALLS IDENTIFIED
1 Regional shortfall of marine qualified firefighters
2 Lack of MAA's, MONs or MOU's In place to share personnel or equipment
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3 Lack of MAA's to obtain materials from Boeing or AJrports
4 Lack of stable funding source for training, exercises and response
5 Regional Aid and response teams (technical advisory)
6 Regulation standardization for prevention/compliance,
7 24-hour central Information depository for vessel plans, manifests, personnel, vsl capability.
8 On-scene cross agency communications coordinated.
9 Harbors of Refuge (safe haven) for dewatering/stablifty/pollution prevention identified.
10 Established process whereby MFF concerns can be addressed in future
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Puget Sound Marine Firefighting Resource List No. 8
on- mso pu(ji-;t sound, wa
Port/Harbor Area: Tacoma
Resource Capabilities
7.100 gpm
7.100 gpm
12,320 gpm
12,320 gpm
Quantity
Owner/POC
Location
Phone U
Comments
Tacoma FD/Dyre Fudge
Tacoma FD/Dyre Fudge
Des Moines FD
Crowley
FIREBOATS
Commencement
Defiance
Des Moines
RESPONSE
PLATFORMS
American Salvor
MFF EQUIPMENT
BOATS
Garth Foss
Lindsey Foss
FEDERAL
RESOURCES
FEMA Comms Van
OTHER RESOURCES
Boeing-Marine Chemist. 3 tankers w/600 gal foam, POC is Chief Danny Johnson (206) 655-7707
Ken Kirsch (253)657-9853/Chanes King (206)655-7703
Major Airports-50,000 to 100,000 gal of AFFF foam
Federal Way FD Two CG certified MFF-LT Dave Fanning & Jon Morris
Tacoma/Dyre Fudge Mobile Cascade Air Recharging System
SHORTFALLS IDENTIFIED.
1 Regional shortfall of marine qualified firefighters
2 Lack of MAA's, MONs or MOU's in place to share personnel or equipment.
Engine Company 18
Engine Company 18
Des Moines Marina
Seattle
Foss Maritime - Steve Kimmel 660 W Ewing St.
Seattle
Foss Maritime - Steve Kimmel 660 W Ewing St
Seattle
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(253)591-5706
(253)591-5706
(253)839-2121
(206)443-8100
70 feet Draft 3 5 feet (on cuslon). 35
35 foot telesquirt, 2 under-dock
monitors
70 feeL Draft 3 5 feet (on cuslon). 35
35 foot telesquirt, 2 under-dock
monitors
28 foot Alum , 460 Jet Drive,
1,000 gpm, 40 gal AFFF, Radar.
VHF, Staffed Trom aid car
213 feet Draft 12 5 ft , Helicopter
pad, 35 ton crane,
Decomp Chamber,
2 fire monitors See note 4
(206)281-3810 6,200 gal of AFFF, See note 4
(206)281-3810 6,200 gal of AFFF. See note 4
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3 Lack of MAA's to obtain materials from Boeing or Airports.
4 Lack of stable funding source for training, exercises and response
5 Regional Aid and response teams (technical advisory).
6 Regulation standardization for prevention/compliance
7 24-hour central information depository for vessel plans, manifests, personnel, vsl capability.
8 On-scene cross agency communications coordinated.
9 harbors of Refuge (safe haven) for dewatering/stability/pollulion prevention identified.
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8200 Portland Marine Firefighting Plan
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
8200 INTRODUCTION 1
8210 Introduction 1
8211 Authority 1
8212 Definitions and Acronyms 2
8213 U.S. Coast Guard Policy 2
8213.1 District/Area Committee Purpose and Objectives 3
8213.2 Area Subdivisions 3
8213.3 Area of Responsibility 3
8213.4 Area Committee Organization 3
8214 COTP Portland Policy, Purpose and Objectives 3
8214.1 Coordinated Marine Firefighting Considerations 4
8214.2 Area of Responsibility 4
8214.3 Maritime Fire and Safety Association (MFSA) 4
8214.4 Fire Protection Agency Advisory Council (FPAAC) 5
8215 Geographic Boundaries 6
8215.1 Sensitive Areas 6
8216 Response Organization and Policies 6
8216.1 National Response System (National Inter-Agency Incident Management
System [NIIMS] Incident Command System) 6
8216.2 National Response Policy 6
8216.3 State Response System 6
8216.4 State Response Policy 6
8216.5 Local Response System 6
8216.6 Local Response Policy 6
8216.7 Vessel/Facility Owner Policy 8
8216.8 Incident Commander 8
8217 Plan Review and Update 8
8218 Exercises/Drills 8
8219 Training 9
8220 COMMAND STRUCTURE 11
8221 Command Staff 12
8222 Command Structure - Unified Command 12
8223 Health and Safety Officer 12
8223.1 Health and Safety Officer On Site 12
8224 Public Affairs Information Officer 12
8224.1 General Advice on Dealing With News Media 13
8224.2 Logistical Concerns for Press 14
8224.3 Media Contacts 14
8224.4 Media Addresses 14
8224.5 Joint Information Center 14
8224.6 News Release Samples 14
8224.7 Sample Fact Sheet 14
8224.8 Sample Press Release
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8224.9 Sample News Advisory 14
8224.10 Checklist 14
8225 Legal Officer 14
8226 Marine Firefighting Coordinator 14
8227 Command Posts 14
8230 OPERATIONS 15
8231 Emergency Notifications 15
8231.1 MSO/Group Portland Internal Notifications 15
8231.2 Notification of External Parties 15
8232 Burning Vessel Movement Considerations 15
8232.1 Decision to Allow A Burning Vessel to Enter Port or Move
Within The Port 19
8233 Offshore Firefighting Considerations 19
8233.1 Coast Guard Offshore Resources 19
8233.2 Department of Defense Offshore Resources 19
8233.3 Other Offshore Resources 20
8233.4 Offshore Scuttling Area Selection 20
8234 Positioning A Vessel For Fire Fighting 20
8234.1 Pier Selection 20
8234.2 Anchorage And Grounding Site Selection 21
8235 Response Actions 21
8235.1 Coast Guard Action in a Fire Department's Jurisdiction Within Group
Portland's SAR Zone And COTP Portland's Zone 22
8235.2 Coast Guard Action Within Fire Department Jurisdiction Within COTP
Portland's Zone But Outside of Group Portland's SAR Area (Gray's Harbor,
Astoria, Coos Bay, and Newport) 25
8235.3 Fire Occurring Outside a Fire Department's Jurisdiction But Within COTP
Portland's Zone 25
8236 Safety Zones 26
8237 Communications 26
8238 Stability 27
8240 PLANNING 28
8241 Introduction 28
8242 Inclusion in Area Contingency Plan and Geographical Response
Plans 28
8243 Annual Review and Update 29
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8250 LOGISTICS 29
8251 Equipment Lists Per Location 29
8260 FINANCE 29
8261 Funding 29
8262 Liability/Surety Bond/COFR 29
8270 FOR DISTRICT/AREA COMMITTEE DESIGNATION 30
8280 FOR DISTRICT/AREA COMMITTEE DESIGNATION 30
8290 RESERVED FOR FUTURE HEADQUARTERS DESIGNATION 30
ANNEX A
MARINE FIRE RESPONSE PROCEDURES
1. General Guidance for CAC
2. Marine Fire Action Plan
3. Action Checklist For Vessel Fire
4. Merchant Vessel Maritime Fire Fighting Guide
ANNEX B
SHIPBOARD FIRE OPERATIONS GUIDE
1. Ship Firefighting Management System
2.
Ageny/Vessel Contract (example)
3.
MFSA Call Out
4.
Blue Worksheet
5.
Fire Boat Request
ANNEX C
SPECIFIC INFORMATION FOR EACH PORT
1.
Portland, OR
2.
Vancouver, WA
3.
Saint Helens, OR
4.
Kalama, WA
5.
Longview, WA
6.
Clatskanie, OR
7.
Astoria, OR
8.
Newport, OR
9.
Coos Bay & North Bend, OR
10.
Grays Harbor, WA
11.
Hood River, The Dalles, & Umatilla, OR
12.
Kennewick, Richland, & Pasco, WA
13.
Lewiston, ID & Clarkston, WA
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ANNEX D
BURNING VESSEL RELOCATION SITES
1. Vessel Relocation Sites
2. Portalnd/Vancouver Area Grounding, Mooring & Anchorage Sites
3. Longview/Kalama Area Grounding & Anchorage Sites
4. Astoria Mooring & Grounding Sites
5. Newport Area Mooring Sites
6. Coos Bay/North Bend Area Anchorage & Mooring Sites
7. Grays Harbor Grounding & Mooring Sites
8.
ANNEX E
OFFSHORE SCUTTLING AREAS
ANNEXG
U. S. COAST GUARD & DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE RESOURCES
ANNEX H
SALVAGE COMPANIES
ANNEX I
INTERPRETERS
ANNEX J
MARINE CHEMISTS
ANNEX K
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL
ANNEX L
ICS FORMS
ANNEX M
DISTRIBUTION
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8200 • INTRODUCTION
8210 Introduction
This plan is intended to inform persons assigned to Group/MSO Portland of their
roles, appropriate actions, available resources, and current policy and
procedures related to marine fire response. The main body of this Plan gives
background information while the annexes offer information needed during an
actual marine fire response. Therefore, anybody assigned a role in marine fire
response should first, know his/her role in such an event, second, read through
this document emphasizing sections most relevant to his/her role, and third,
become familiar with the annexes so that he/she is able to refer to needed
annexes quickly during an event.
This Plan has been reformatted to meet Integrated Command System
requirements.
8211 Authority
The U.S. Coast Guard has no specific statutory responsibility to fight marine
fires. Traditionally, the Coast Guard has been responsible for saving life and
property upon the waters of the United States and typically will respond to a
marine fire in some manner. To this extent, various statutes are used when
establishing its authority to respond to marine fires.
The statutes follow:
• 14 USC 88(b): USCG must render aid to save life and property when a
marine emergency occurs within the capabilities of available resources. This
may include marine fires.
• Clean Water Act as amended by the Oil Pollution Act 1990 (OPA 90) (33 USC
1251 et seq.): whenever a marine disaster in navigable waters or exclusive
economic zone of the U.S. has created a substantial threat of pollution
because of a discharge or an imminent discharge of large quantities of oil or
hazardous substance from a vessel, USCG may coordinate and direct all
public and private efforts directed at removal or elimination of such a threat
and summarily remove and destroy such a vessel if necessary. This Act
mandates USCG to maintain and Area Contingency Plan including firefighting
equipment within each port.
• The Intervention on the High Seas Act (33 USC 1471, et seq.): this extends
USCG's authority to take similar preemptive or corrective action on the high
seas. Specifically, it authorizes the Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard to
take necessary measures on the high seas to prevent, mitigate, or eliminate
grave and imminent danger to the coastline or related interests from pollution
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or threat of pollution, following a maritime casualty or acts related to such a
casualty which may reasonably be expected to result in major harmful
consequences. This authority rests with the Commandant.
• The Ports and Waterways Safety Act (33 USC 1221, et seq.): this charges
U.S. Coast Guard's local Captain of the Port with responsibility for vessel
navigation and safety, safety of waterfront facilities, and protection of the
marine environment within the COTP's area of jurisdiction. This authority
allows the COTP to:
• Direct anchoring, mooring, or movement of vessel;
• Specify times of vessel entry, movement, departure to, from, or through
ports, harbors, or other waters;
• Restrict vessel operation in hazardous areas; or
• Direct the handling, loading, discharge, storage, and movement -
including emergency removal, control, and disposition - of explosives or
other dangerous cargo/substances, on any bridge or other structure on or
in the navigable waters of the U.S. or any land structure immediately
adjacent to those water
• 42 USC 1856-1856d: allows an agency, charged with providing fire protection
for any property of the U.S., to enter into reciprocal agreements with state and
local fire fighting organizations to provide mutual aid. This statute further
provides that emergency assistance may be rendered in the absence of a
reciprocal agreement, when it is determined by the head of that agency to be
in the best interest of the U.S.
The Coast Guard cannot delegate its statutory authorities and shall not delegate
mission responsibilities to state or local agencies. The MSO shall not be party to
any agreement that relinquishes Coast Guard authority, evades Coast Guard
responsibility, or places MSO military personnel under the command of any
person(s) who is/are not part of the Federal military establishment. Coast Guard
forces will not be subject to any authority other than that of their superiors in the
chain of command. Within the Coast Guard, the COTP will delegate authorities
as necessary.
8212 Definitions and Acronyms
8213 U.S. Coast Guard Policy
Federal policy is established in the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of
1974 (PL 93-498). It states that fire prevention and control is, and should, remain
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a state and local responsibility, although the federal government must help to
reduce fire loss. The ultimate responsibility is always the vessel or facility owner
and operator.
The U.S. Coast Guard has traditionally provided fire fighting equipment and
training to protect its own vessels and property. Captains of the Port are also
called upon to provide assistance at major fires on board other vessels and
waterfront facilities. Although the Coast Guard clearly has interest in fighting fires
involving vessels or waterfront facilities, local authorities are principally
responsible for maintaining necessary fire fighting utilities in U.S. ports and
harbors. USCG renders assistance as available, based on the availability of
resources and level of training. The Commandant intends to maintain this
traditional "assistance-as-available" posture without conveying the impression
that the USCG is prepared to relieve local fire departments of their
responsibilities.
The presence of local fire fighters does not relieve the master of command of, or
transfer the master's responsibility for overall safety on, the vessel. However, the
master should not normally countermand any orders given by the local fire
fighters on board the vessel, unless the action taken or planned clearly
endangers the safety of the vessel or crew.
Paramount in preparing for vessel or waterfront fires is the need to integrate
USCG planning and training efforts with those of other responsible organizations,
particularly local fire departments and port authorities. COTP's shall work closely
with the municipal fire departments, vessePand facility owners and operators,
mutual aid groups, and other interested organizations. The COTP shall develop a
fire fighting contingency plan that addresses fire fighting in each port in the COTP
zone.
8213.1 District/Area Committee Purpose and Objectives
8213.2 Area Subdivisions
8213.3 Area of Responsibility
8213.4Area Committee Organization
8214 COTP Portland Policy, Purpose and Objectives
8214.1 Coordinated Marine Firefighting Considerations
In any fire, the quickness and effectiveness of the initial response is the key to
fire suppression. If the fire is not quickly controlled, the likelihood of a larger,
more involved response increases. In addition, today's fires may be very complex
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as they increasingly involve a number of hazardous materials ranging from bulk
liquids to toxic solids.
Therefore, a closely coordinated effort is essential factor in an effective marine
fire fighting response. The response organization will vary depending on the
location of the fire and its severity. The level of Coast Guard involvement will
range from On-Scene Commander to coordinator/advisor level. The possibility of
a spill of some type of pollutant always exists due to firefighting water runoff. The
COTP, in the capacity as On-Scene Coordinator, will invariably be involved
should this occur. The following sections discuss some of the complexities
involvea in a coordinated response and guidelines for proper organization and
action.
8214.2 Area of Responsibility
The level of Coast Guard firefighting response will depend largely on the location
of the fire. For this reason, a discussion of the various areas of responsibility is in
order.
The COTP Portland, Oregon, zone is described in 33 CFR 3.65-15.
The Group Portland Search and Rescue zone includes the navigable waters of
the Willamette River from the mouth to river mile 183.2 (Eugene area). It also
encompasses the Columbia River from river mile 48 to river mile 335 (Richland,
Washington) and between the mouth of the Snake River and the Ice Harbor Lock
and Dam (Snake River mile 9.7). Group Astoria has SAR responsibility on the
lower Columbia River and portions of southern Washington, including Grays
Harbor, and the northern Oregon coast. The remainder of the Oregon coast is
the responsibility of Group North Bend.
The COTP Portland's zone for response to a pollution incident is described in the
"COTP Portland, Oregon, Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency
Plan." It is possible that a fire with resulting pollution could occur where the EPA
has pollution response responsibilities. If this were to occur, the MSO would likely
respond to the fire until the EPA representative arrived on scene.
8214.3 Maritime Fire and Safety Association (MFSA)
In February 1982, the 600-foot grain ship, Protector Alpha, caught fire while
being loaded in Kalama, WA on the Columbia River. The shipboard blaze raged
for 72 hours before the fire was controlled. The local fire district was not trained
nor equipped to respond and believed its boundaries ended at the pier. The
ship's foreign crew abandoned her.
The vessel was set adrift in the river while burning before fire fighters aboard
could be evacuated. The ship eventually ran aground. One Coast Guardsman
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was killed and another fire fighter was injured battling the fire. Damage to the
ship exceeded $15 million.
While serious shipboard fires are unusual, they are not unknown, as the
Protector Alpha incident shows. A number of ship fires have resulted in over one
hundred casualties. A single incident in the Columbia River could block the
shipping lane or damage a key facility effectively choking the region's commerce.
In the aftermath of the Protector Alpha incident, the U.S. Coast Guard called
togyther the maritime community, forming an ad hoc committee to review the
situation. The committee found serious deficiencies in the region's capability to
handle shipboard and waterfront fires.
In response, the group organized the Maritime Fire Safety Association (MFSA).
The new organization's purpose was to put into place a system to ensure an
adequate, timely, and well-coordinated response to shipboard fires over the
entire 110-mile channel of the Lower Columbia River.
Multiple jurisdictions are involved: two states, seven counties, fourteen cities,
seven port districts, and over twenty local fire departments. Compounding the
complexity, fire district boundaries in both Oregon and Washington generally end
at the shoreline. All members of the MFSA have agreed to work together and
train together, so that when an incident occurs, each fire bureau will be familiar
with the resources and capabilities of other fire bureaus.
No single entity has responsibility for fighting marine fires in and along the river.
While the USCG is commonly thought to be responsible for such fires, its
authority and responsibility are not comprehensive.
Early in 1984, consultants working on behalf of MFSA were retained to prepare a
plan for handling marine fires in the Lower Columbia. The Lower Columbia
Maritime Fire Safety Plan (1985) incorporated MFSA's program in a proposed
framework for building a limited marine fire response capability along the
Columbia River from the Portland/Vancouver harbor to Astoria, Oregon, near the
mouth of the river. The Plan represented a significant step in creating an effective
system for handling shipboard fires.
This Plan was further fine-tuned and the MFSA has now developed the
Shipboard Fire Operations Guide. It is a detailed guide that brings together all the
MFSA member fire departments along the Lower Columbia River. This document
serves as a mutual aid agreement and resource guide for marine fires occurring
within the MFSA boundaries.
8214.4 Fire Protection Agency Advisory Council (FPAAC)
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This is the group that was tasked to develop MFSA's Shipboard Fire Operations
Guide to utilize in fire response in their AOR. This Guide is contained in Annex
III.
8215 Geographic Boundaries
Please refer to section 8105.2 Area of Responsibility for a description of
geographical boundaries. There are also maps and charts in the CAC with
various boundaries depending upon appropriate USCG jurisdictions and
responsibilities.
8215.1 Sensitive Areas
There are descriptions and maps in the Thirteenth District GRP's showing
environmentally sensitive areas within the COTP's AOR.
8216 Response Organization and Policies
8216.1 National Response System (National Inter-Agency Incident
Management System [NIIMS] Incident Command System)
Local fire departments follow the Incident Command System known as ICS. The
U.S. Coast Guard has also adopted this emergency command structure. It is
highly recommended that Coast Guard personnel assigned to marine fire
response get adequate training in this system. Refer to Annex XI containing ICS
forms.
8216.2
National Response Policy
8216.3
State Response System
8216.4
State Response Policy
8216.5
Local Response System
8216.6
Local Response Policy
The Portland Fire Bureau responds to-all fires within the established boundaries
of the city of Portland, Oregon. This area includes the Port of Portland
piers/docks and most waterfront facilities. Facilities located in the "Rivergate"
area have been annexed by the city and are now covered by Portland Fire
Bureau protection. Sauvie Island now has a volunteer fire department that falls
under Multnomah County Fire District 30. Hayden Island is covered by Portland
Fire Bureau, except the area west of the Railroad Bridge. The lower Willamette
River, North Portland Harbor, and the Columbia River from the shore to the
center of the navigable channel constrained by the city's east/west boundary
area are covered by the Portland Fire Bureau. Vessels moored to piers in
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protected areas are also provided firefighting services. The Portland Fire Bureau
has mutual aid and response agreements with the Vancouver Fire Department
and has merged with the Multnomah County Fire District 10 (East County).
The Vancouver Fire Department responds to fires within the city limits, which
includes most waterfront facilities. Vessels moored to piers at the Port of
Vancouver are provided fire protection. Vancouver has a mutual aid agreement
with Portland for the use of two engines and one fire truck (Note: a truck carries
ladders, and its crews generally perform rescue work. An engine carries hoses
and water, and its crews are involved with fire suppression.) Since the
Vancouver Fire Department does not have a fireboat, if there were a fire in
Vancouver's marine jurisdiction, a fireboat would most likely be requested from
the Portland Fire Bureau. In addition, the MFSA agreement provides enough
flexibility whereby a "marine coordinator" could be provided to the Vancouver Fire
Department from the Portland Fire Bureau. A "marine coordinator" is an
individual trained in marine fire fighting who should function as an advisor on
scene.
The St. Helens Fire Department responds to fires within the city limits of St.
Helens and its pleasure craft marinas, piers, and docks. Its boundary to the north
is Martin Bluff on the Columbia River and Scapoose Bay on the Multnomah
Channel to the south. The Department has on 26-foot fireboat and a crew of 24
regular and approximately 15 volunteer fire fighters, which can be utilized for
response in support of MFSA mutual agreements. A certain number of these
people will be support personnel and will not be active firefighters.
The Longview Fire Department responds to fires within the city limits of
Longview. This jurisdiction includes all of the Port of Longview piers. However, a
number of waterfront facilities are not within the city limits and special
agreements are required and exist to provide fire protection. The jurisdiction of
the Longview Fire Department ends at the end of the pier, so that vessels are not
provided fire protection automatically. The Longview Fire Department has a
contract drafted, which a master or agent must sign prior to receiving fire fighting
assistance. The contract specifies the cost of services and that the expense will
be paid by the vessel's owner/agent. The Longview Fire Department has mutual
aid agreements with the Cowlitz County Fire Districts No. 2 and No. 5. This
agreement binds the signatory departments to respond only to those areas within
the jurisdictional boundaries of the department requesting assistance. In other
words, if one department enters into a fire protection agreement with a facility
that is not within the department's jurisdiction, the other fire departments are not
bound to respond to mutual aid requests to assistance at that facility. This
situation presently exists in portions of the Longview waterfront. However,
contracts are in effect which make provisions for fire departments who normally
respond to mutual aid requests to respond to these facilities and be reimbursed
for costs incurred.
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The Kalama area has three major waterfront facilities: the Peavey Grain
Terminal, Kalama Chemical, and the Harvest States Cooperative Grain Terminal.
The grain terminal is not within the city limits. However, it has an agreement with
Kalama Fire Department for fire protection of the facility. The Kalama Fire
Department does not have the capability to respond to shipboard fires. A similar
problem with mutual assistance agreements as outlined under the Longview
section exists here also. The grain terminal is not within the Kalama Fire
Department's normal jurisdiction, and mutual aid agreements which Kalama has
signed are not in effect should a fire break out.
The Aberdeen Fire Department responds to all fires at waterfront facilities and
aboard vessels moored to those facilities. The local fire departments of Hoquiam,
Cosmopolis, and Westport will also respond to waterfront fires. All four fire
departments have entered into a mutual aid agreement and will pool their
resources in the event of a significant emergency.
The Astoria Fire Department will respond to all fires along the waterfront, as well
as aboard ships. Fire fighting personnel have received specialized training and
equipment for shipboard fire fighting from MFSA. The fire department is an active
participant in MFSA, as are the other fire districts along the Columbia and
Willamette Rivers.
The Coos Bay and North Bend Fire Departments will respond to all fires along
the waterfront and aboard ships. Both fire departments have entered into a
mutual assistance agreement with each other.
The Newport Fire Department, with the assistance of the Coast Guard Station
Yaquina Bay, responds to all marine fires in the local area. Newport has a mutual
assistance agreement with Toledo, Oregon.
Refer to Annex III for specific information on each port and fire department.
8216.7 Vessel/Facility Owner Policy
8216.8 Incident Commander
8217 Plan Review And Update
MSO Portland is tasked to annually review and update this Plan. The review will
ensure that changes in personnel, telephone numbers, available resources, U.S.
Coast Guard policy, laws and regulations, or any other relevant information is
accurately reflected. Exercise lessons learned will also be incorporated in this
Plan.
8218 Exercises/Drills
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Coordination between agencies requires knowledge of the capabilities of each
participating agency. Those personnel who are expected to be involved in the
response effort should devote time to understanding the response organization
and methods utilized by other agencies. Exercises with other fire fighting
organizations should be conducted annually. The results of these interactions
should be used to further update and fine-tune this plan. Typically, MSO/Group
Portland participates with MFSA and marine response exercise annually.
8219 Training
Part of every effective contingency plan is the design and implementation of a
training program. Coast Guard personnel rarely encounter actual firefighting.
Therefore, to overcome apprehensions and develop expertise, a systematic
training program is essential.
Individual Coast Guard units should maintain in-house fire prevention and
firefighting training programs to improve skills and familiarize personnel with
relevant concepts and Coast Guard equipment. In addition, unit training
programs should include familiarity with the Marine Safety Manual, Volume VI,
Chapter 8 and Integrated Command System (ICS), and NFPA 1405.
There are some resident marine firefighting training providers in the Pacific
Northwest. For certain USCG unit personnel, these courses are very
appropriate.
Fremont Maritime in Seattle, WA provides classes ranging from one-day
orientations to five-day advanced classes certified by USCG and IMO for ship's
crews. Classes include a balance of classroom and simulation exercises. The
USCG written exam for licensed officers is required to pass the five-day
advanced course. These classes are relatively inexpensive and very appropriate
for Coast Guard personnel.
Washington State's North Bend Marine Firefighting Center in North Bend, WA, is
a similar training provider with more extensive simulation facilities. This is a
favorite of fire department personnel.
Southwestern Oregon Community College offers training in fire fighting
techniques that may be helpful to both Coast Guard and fire department
personnel. For a catalog, fees and other course information, contact:
Darrel Saxon, Fire Sciences Coordinator
Empire Lakes
Coos Bay, OR 97240
Phone (503) 888-7296.
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Texas A & M University offers several different fire fighting courses that may be
useful to MSO personnel. In particular, the Marine Fire Fighting and Emergency
Training Course offers a forty-hour, one-week program aimed at providing
personnel in marine industry and transportation with expertise in various phases
of shipboard fire fighting and emergency procedures. Basic areas of emphasis
include fire prevention, fire suppression, and rescue. A schedule of classes and
fees may be obtained from the University:
Texas A & M University System
Texas Engineering Extension Service
Fire Protection Training Division
Brayton Firemen Training Field
College Station, TX 77843-8000
Various Navy units throughout the U.S. offer advanced training, which is usually
available to Coast Guard personnel. Though in the past, this training has most
often been reserved for ships' crews, the value of the training for MSO personnel
is obvious. The quality of the schools is excellent and they generally provide
extensive practical experience. Navy courses would be appropriate for
personnel serving as senior Coast Guard officers onscene and at the CAC. This
helps ensure that Coast Guard actions and direction to other parties are
appropriate. This is important considering one of the Coast Guard's roles in
marine fire response is to advise local fire departments of the peculiarities of
marine fire response as opposed to land based fires.
Finally, there is a marine safety training guide for Marine Firefighting Coordinator
(MF), a role that a Coast Guard marine safety officer fills on the MSO/Group
Portland response team. Currently, the Chief, U.S. Vessel Inspections in the
Prevention Division fill this role. This training guide is completed through
studying certain reference material and completing certain tasks on OJT.
Additional resident training is strongly recommended for this assignment.
All local fire departments conduct continuous training programs for their
personnel. This training will often cover all phases of fire fighting from prevention
to overhaul and investigation. Considerable attention is also focused on logistics
problems.
The importance of cooperation in cross training between Coast Guard units and
local fire departments cannot be over emphasized. Personnel become familiar
with each other's equipment and methods that will facilitate rapid response action
and communications during actual fires. This is why Coast Guard participation in
joint fire response exercises is so important.
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8220 COMMAND STRUCTURE
The person in charge of a fire fighting response must be quickly identified. As a
matter of maritime law and common practice, the master of a vessel is presumed
to be in charge of, and capable of, onboard ship operations including shipboard
firefighting. Merchant vessels are inspected and seamen are trained to ensure an
onboard fire response capability. It is only at the specific request of the master, or
when it becomes obvious that the vessel's condition threatens the port's safety or
environment, that relieving the master of this responsibility should be considered.
In cases in which it is determined that the master cannot or will not effectively
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take charge, the person in charge will be determined based on the area
jurisdiction in which the fire occurs. For example, if a fire occurs in the Portland
Fire Bureau's jurisdiction, then a chief fire officer from the Portland Fire Bureau
shall designate the person in charge. In the event of a marine fire occurring
outside a fire department's jurisdictional area, the Coast Guard could become the
On Scene Commander.
Coast Guard response personnel shall be organized under the Integrated
Command System (ICS). This is the system utilized by most local fire
departments and is well suited for events involving multi-agencies. Refer to
Annex I for how the Coast Guard response personnel fit into this structure and
ICS forms in Annex XI.
Coast Guard personnel shall not be under the command of a non-Coast Guard
Incident Commander. Orders from such an IC shall be passed through and
evaluated by the COTP. Only those orders that will not create unwarranted risk
for Coast Guard personnel and equipment shall be executed. It should be noted
that the relationships among parties involved may change as the fire fighting
efforts progress. It should also be noted that regardless of who is in charge of the
fire fighting efforts, the COTP would carry out the duties as OSC.
A very important Coast Guard response assignment is the Marine Firefighting
Coordinator (MFC). The MFC is the COTP's marine fire fighting technical expert
and onscene liaison with response organizations in marine fire fighting incidents.
As the COTP's designated representative, the MFC is responsible for the
development and coordination of the planning, training, and response objectives
of Coast Guard fire fighting assets. In addition to the recommended training for
Coast Guard personnel in the Training Section of this Plan, the MFC should
undergo advanced training in marine fire fighting strategy/tactics and damage
control, and should have completed the appropriate Marine Safety Training and
Qualification Booklets. The MFC should also be familiar with ICS and local fire
services.
Refer to the Annex II on MSO/Group Duty Watch Structure for details.
8221 Command Staff
8222 Command Structure - Unified Command
8223 Health and Safety Officer
8223.1 Health and Safety Officer On Site
8224 Public Affairs Information Officer
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This is an assignment filled by an officer at this Unit. During the marine
firefighting exercise Weyco Cargo Dock 97, it was discovered that having the PIO
at the scene was very beneficial. This person was able to get familiar with the
situation faster and respond to the IC's public affairs needs better. Also, since it
is likely the media will want to be on scene, it is better to have the PIO there to
greet them. The Unit PIO should still request assistance from D13 when
necessary.
8224.1 General Advice on Dealing With News Media
Before the press arrives:
• Ensure only designated persons speak to media;
® Set ground rules i.e. length of interview, topics to be covered, subjects that
cannot be discussed;
® Select a couple key points you wish to make.
During the interview:
• Clean and proper uniform;
• In the field, flight and work uniforms are authorized;
• Keep eye contact with the interviewer, not the camera;
® Body language can speak louder than your words.
Your communication:
o Do not speculate or give opinion;
• Do not answer exaggerated or hypothetical questions;
• Avoid speaking for other commands or agencies, refer them to that command
or agency;
o Reasons for not answering questions can include classified information,
would interfere with ongoing investigation, interfere with a law enforcement
case, next of kin have not been notified, you are not the appropriate
command or agency to answer;
• There is no such thing as "off the record;"
• If you do not know, say so, then try to offer them somebody who does know;
• Avoid USCG acronyms;
• Never say "no comment," if you cannot answer, say why;
• Do not just give one-word answers, explain a little;
• Do not let reporters put answers in your mouth;
• Turn negative questions into positive answers, remember the reporter's
questions will typically not appear on the news, only your answer;
• Do not let a rude reporter get to you, be polite and never show anger or
sarcasm;
• Always end the interview on a positive note.
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8224.2 Logistical Concerns for Press
8224.3 Media Contacts
8224.4 Media Addresses
8224.5 Joint Information Center
8224.6 News Release Samples
8224.7 Sample Fact Sheets
8224.8 Sample Press Release
8224.9 Sample News Advisory
8224.10 Checklist
8225 Legal Officer
8226 Marine Firefighting Coordinator
This role is assigned to a marine safety officer who has a high level of expertise
in marine firefighting. This person advises the other agencies in aspects of
firefighting peculiar to the marine systems i.e. stability, vessel equipment, etc.
During the Weyco Cargo Dock 97 exercise, this person was at the Command
Post and his assistant (a duty inspector) was on board the vessel advising the
firefighters. It was found that the closer to the scene these officers were, the
more valuable their expertise was. Often, these officers saw issues that needed
to be dealt with that they would not have known about if they were not there.
This valuable contribution should be balanced with the risk of injury or death by
being too close to the fire and its inherent dangers. Coast Guard's senior officer
should make this decision on watch along with the sensibilities of the officers
onscene.
8227 Command Posts
Once it has been decided to allow a burning vessel to enter port, or when a fire
breaks out aboard a vessel in port, the need for a coordinated/integrated fire
fighting effort is immediately created, because federal, state and local
jurisdictions will be involved.
A Command Post will be established on scene by the responding fire
department. The USCG OSC or representative should be on hand and maintain
communications with Coast Guard resources involved. Other key personnel that
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would be on hand at the on scene Command Post include the vessel's officers or
facility operators, the owner's representative, salvage and clean-up companies, a
marine chemist, and port officials. The representatives present should have
authority to make decisions to facilitate rapid and proper response.
In addition to the on scene Command Post, MSO Portland's Crisis Action Center
(CAC) shall be staffed in accordance with this Plan.
8230 OPERATIONS
8231 Emergency Notifications
The Coast Guard COTP, Portland, Oregon, is charged with ensuring the safety of
vessels, waterfront facilities, bridges, and the waterways for all coastal ports and
waterways in the state of Oregon, those in Washington south of Queets,
Washington (to include Grays Harbor and Willapa Bay), and the
Columbia/Willamette Rivers system. Any fires that threaten the safety of vessels,
waterfront facilities, bridges, or the navigable waterways within this area shall be
immediately brought to the attention of the COTP through the following methods:
• Fire departments, upon receiving notification of a fire that meets the
conditions above, are requested to relay the report to the nearest Coast
Guard unit. The report is requested even when no Coast Guard assistance is
required or needed. This is necessary, because the COTP has duties that
extend beyond fire fighting.
• Coast Guard units^upon receiving notification of a marine fire, shall
immediately relay the information to MSO Portland in accordance with
CCGD13 SOP. All units shall work closely with local fire departments to
maintain communication links and facilitate inter-agency coordination.
MSO/Group Portland would typically be notified at the Communications Center.
The OOD would complete the Vessel Fire Action Checklist from the Emergency
Operations Manual (refer to Annex I for this document) with information supplied
by the party making the notification. It is extremely important to get sufficient
accurate information about the incident. However, this should be balanced with
the urgency of the situation. If the notifying party is actually involved in the
incident, one should understand their urgency to respond to the fire. Questions to
the notifying party should be relevant and sensitive to the situation. Relevant
information might include name of vessel/facility, type of vessel/facility, location
of vessel/facility, extent of fire, available firefighting equipment, hazardous
material, amount of oil on board, response action taken so far, number of
crewmembers or facility personnel, injuries/fatalities, vessels and/or facilities
nearby, and what other parties have been notified.
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8231.1 MSO/Group Portland Internal Notifications (OOD Checklist)
The OOD would notify all the internal MSO/Group personnel listed on the Vessel
Fire Action Checklist.
8231.2 Notification of External Parties
To ensure the timely development and coordination of fire fighting and marine
safety resources, it is essential that all involved parties are promptly notified of
marine fires under their jurisdiction. This could include other federal and state
agencies, local fire departments, port authorities, local law enforcement
agencies, private consultants and response organizations (marine chemists,
salvage and environmental companies) and affected private parties. Various
annexes in this Plan contain phone numbers of such parties. Local Port
Authorities should be consulted during the planning stage to discern whether a
burning vessel may be brought into their area. Phone numbers for Port
Authorities are contained in Annex IV. Phone numbers for emergency services
organizations are enclosed in Annex IV. Their services may be invaluable,
particularly if an area must be evacuated or cordoned off to facilitate firefighting
efforts.
The Public Information Officer shall field information requests from the press. If
necessary, assistance may be obtained from the Thirteenth District Public Affairs
staff.
8232 Burning Vessel Movement Considerations
A crucial decision that must be made by the COTP is whether or not a burning
vessel should be allowed to enter or move within the port. Types of vessel
movements that may be required in an emergency include movement from sea to
an anchorage or a pier; from an anchorage to a pier; from a pier to an
anchorage; grounding a vessel; or scuttling a vessel offshore.
These vessel movements should be thought out in advance and rehearsed as
often as possible to ensure a rapid and considered response in the event of a
real incident. Annexes VIII and IX provide much of the details needed to
determine moorage, anchorage, grounding or scuttling sites, and response
efforts.
8232.1 Decision To Allow A Burning Vessel To Enter Port Or Move
Within The Port
Due to the limited resources available to fight an offshore fire, the COTP may be
forced to consider allowing a burning vessel to enter port. The numerous
considerations that are part of this decision can be found below, as well as in
Volume VI of the Marine Safety Manual (MI6000.11). In addition to annexes VIII
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and IX, the information in Section 8600 concerning liability and surety bonds
should be reviewed and considered as part of-this decision.
The amount of information and number of considerations may seem too
complicated to resolve in an emergency, but it is important that a thorough
analysis of all risks be conducted. This is to prevent concern for a single vessel
from narrowing our vision. We must remember a burning vessel is only a small
part of the resources (other ships, ports, facilities, personnel, and marine
ervironment) that must be protected. The COTP should approach such an
incident by considering the navigable waterways as a system used by various
parties for transportation, recreation, and commerce. The most important
consideration must be how the overall system functions. A burning vessel must
be considered as only a single element within that system. The COTP must not
jeopardize the other elements to save a single vessel, if the risk to the system is
too great. The possibility of having a ship sink in a key navigation channel, thus
blocking it, or spreading the fire to a waterfront facility, must be evaluated.
There are numerous considerations that the COTP should evaluate when faced
with the decision of whether or not to allow a burning vessel to enter or move
within a port. The following information should be gathered and considered prior
to making such a decision:
® Location and extent of fire,
• Status of shipboard firefighting equipment,
• Class and nature of cargo (HAZMAT),
® Possibility of explosion,
• Possibility of vessel sinking/capsizing,
• Hazard to crew or other resources where vessel is present,
• Forecasted weather (including bar conditions if applicable),
© Maneuverability of the vessel (i.e. Is it a dead ship, etc.),
• Availability (and willingness) of assist tugs,
® Effect on bridges under which the vessel must transmit,
• Potential for the fire to spread to the pier or pier structures,
• Firefighting resources available ashore and offshore,
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• Consequences/alternatives if the vessel is not allowed to enter or move, and
• Potential for pollution.
The above considerations should be investigated by the fire department chief
and COTP by examining the vessel and her cargo manifest before the vessel is
allowed to enter port or move within the port.
The COTP should make a decision only after consultation with the Fire
Department Chief, Port Director, Local government officials (i.e. Mayor, Director
of Emergency Services), vessel owner's agent, and other experts to be consulted
depending on the circumstances.
Entry to port or movement may be permitted when:
• The fire is already contained or under control,
• There exists little likelihood that the fire would spread,
• A greater possibility exists that fire could and would be readily extinguished
with available equipment in port before encountering any secondary hazards
of explosion or spread of fire
• All relevant parties consulted.
Entry to port or movement may be denied when:
• There is a greater danger that the fire will spread to other port facilities or
vessels,
• The likelihood of the vessel sinking or capsizing within a navigation channel,
and becoming an obstruction exists,
• The vessel might become a derelict,
• Unfavorable weather conditions preclude either the safe movement of the
vessel under complete control or would hamper firefighting (look for high
winds, fog, strong currents, etc.),
• Risk of a serious pollution incident by oil or hazardous substances exists; the
COTP, in conjunction with Thirteenth Coast Guard District (m) and the
Regional Response Team (RRT), shall assess the pollution risks and
determine whether they are to be ordered to proceed to sea to reduce the
pollution hazards.
Additional considerations:
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• Safety broadcast and Notice to Mariners,
• Ordering the movement of other vessels or cargo that may be impacted,
• Locating the vessel to best facilitate use of available resources.
8233 Offshore Firefighting Considerations
In addition to the problems associated with any shipboard fire, an offshore
incident is further complicated by the poor flow of information and difficulties in
supplementing the vessel's firefighting resources. Reports from the vessel may
be confusing due to the language difficulties or the simple fact that the crew is
too busy fighting the fire to provide detailed information. Until additional
resources can be brought to bear, the vessel's firefighting equipment and crew
will be the only resources available. Additional resources in the form of public or
private vessels may not be close enough to respond in a timely manner and may
be ill equipped to provide significant assistance. Therefore, the farther offshore a
burning vessel is the less external aid it shall receive, but the less impact it has
on vessel traffic and port operations. The closer to shore or a port a burning
vessel is the more aid it is likely to receive, while its impact on vessel traffic and
port operations is greater. In both cases, SAR would be Coast Guard's most
common response.
8233.1 Coast Guard Offshore Resources
During an offshore fire, ships and aircraft become important resources. Aircraft
may provide a timely source of informationcluring the early stages of a response
and can be used for personnel or equipment transfers. Coast Guard vessels are
limited in their ability to assist in a shipboard fire, but are much better equipped
than commercial vessels and have damage control teams that are drilled
regularly in shipboard'firefighting. In addition to improving communications, larger
Coast Guard vessels with flight decks can be used to stage equipment flown to
the scene. Strike Force personnel and equipment can be useful in firefighting and
dewatering evolutions. All requests for Coast Guard equipment (including ships
and aircraft) and supplies, whether from within the COTP Portland area or not,
should be directed to the Thirteenth District Command Center.
8233.2 Department Of Defense Offshore Resources
Firefighting equipment available from various Department of Defense (DOD)
sources is provided in Annex V. In addition to the transportation capabilities
discussed there, DOD aircraft and vessels can be invaluable in an offshore fire
situation for the same reasons discussed for Coast Guard assets. The possibility
of Naval or Army Corps of Engineers vessels operating in the vicinity which can
assist should not be overlooked. All requests for DOD assistance should be
made to the DOD representative on the Regional Response Team, via the Chief
of the Marine Safety Division of the Thirteenth Coast Guard District.
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8233.3 Other Offshore Resources
Any ship becomes a valuable resource during an offshore vessel fire, even those
with small crews and minimal firefighting capability. At a minimum, another
vessel can provide a means of escape for a burning vessel's crew should their
efforts to control the fire fail.
Vessels in the area may be notified of a situation via AMVER or with a Broadcast
Notice to Mariners. Tug companies in the vicinity may assist in fighting the fire,
moving a dead ship or transporting equipment. While few vessel operators would
be reluctant to assist in a life-threatening situation, vessel owners may not be
willing to respond to a firefighting situation that could risk their vessels or crew in
order to protect a ship or cargo once the crew is safe.
8233.4 Offshore Scuttling Area Selection
If a vessel cannot be safely moved to a port, and it is possible that the vessel and
cargo could be lost (either intentionally or not) the vessel should be moved to an
area where environmental damage will be minimized. The information in this
section should be reviewed to identify the best area to move the vessel. The
Environmental Protection Agency should also be consulted on any decision
concerning scuttling of a vessel. Scuttling must be conducted IAW COMDTINST
16451.5 and 40 CFR 229.3. See the Annex on Scuttling Areas for specific
locations.
8234 Positioning A Vessel For Firefighting
This section addresses the positioning of a vessel that is on fire while underway,
or a vessel that is docked. No vessel on fire should be moved without the
permission of the COTP, except under the most urgent conditions.
The success or failure of a shipboard fire response effort will, in large part, be
determined by the vessel's location. The likelihood of successfully fighting a fire
on a remotely located vessel is small compared to a vessel located near
sufficient sources of firefighting resources.
8234.1 Pier Selection
Several considerations enter into the selection of piers as a location:
• Paramount is the combustibility/flammability of pier structures and contiguous
facilities,
• Availability of high-pressure water
• Access to response boats and vehicles,
• Minimizing risk of impeding navigation, and
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® Risk to nearby vessels and facilities.
Much of the information needed to determine the suitability of a facility is in the
facility survey file maintained by the Prevention Department.
8234.2 Anchorage And Grounding Site Selection
When choosing anchoring or grounding locations, some of the same factors must
bo considered, as well as its effect on navigation. The possibility of the vessel
sinking or becoming a derelict is very real and could prove a greater harm to the
marine system than the loss of the single vessel. Other important considerations
are:
® Bottom material - soft enough so that the ship's hull will not be ruptured;
® Water depth - shallow enough so that the vessel could not sink below the
main deck level, yet deep enough so that fire boats, salvage barges, and tugs
can approach; tides and other river level fluctuations must be considered;
• Area weather - do not choose areas known to have strong winds or currents
that could hamper firefighting or salvage efforts.
The location and suitability of boat ramps and piers to be used as staging areas
must also be evaluated when considering grounding or anchorage sites.
Refer to Annex VIII on specific grounding and mooring sites.
8235 Response Actions
Size-up is one the initial and critical actions taken in response to a marine fire.
This involves evaluation of available facts and probabilities. The size-up consists
of six steps to rapidly form a deliberate plan of action:
• Gather facts,
• Assessing probabilities,
• Determining resources
• Applying basic fire fighting principles
• Deciding a course of action, and
• Formulating a plan of operations.
Pertinent facts might include location of fire, location of crew/personnel, acquiring
vessel fire plan, vessel/facility condition, stability issues, type and condition of
cargo, and response equipment available.
The COTP, Portland, Oregon, has developed a comprehensive response plan
designed to best accomplish Unit members' marine safety duties while being
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consistent with current directives and guidelines regarding fire fighting. Often a
marine fire incident can generate confusion among the involved agencies, which
could well prove disastrous. This can be overcome by designing plans of action
in conjunction with the involved agencies that detail the actions and
responsibilities of each of them.
The Captain of the Port is responsible for Coast Guard response efforts to a
vessel fire. The COTP has overall control of all Coast Guard forces and
equipment involved in the response to a marine fire. However, a vessel fire may
be initially treated as an SAR case under control of the assigned SAR Mission
Controller until a determination of the situation has been made by on scene
forces as to the status of the vessel and its crew, the extent of the fire, ongoing
response efforts, fire department and other agency involvement, and other
pertinent information. At this time, the COTP Portland may assume the duties of
On Scene Coordinator and carry out his/her responsibilities accordingly.
The choice among courses of action delineated below is based upon where the
incident occurs with respect to the limits of the various fire department
jurisdictions, the COTP area of responsibility, the MSO/Group Portland SAR
zone, and the Coast Guard policy as described in the Marine Safety Manual.
For more detail on MSO response procedures, refer to the Annex I on Marine
Fire Response Procedures.
8235.1 Coast Guard action in a Fire Department's Jurisdiction Within
Group
Portland's SAR Zone and COTP Portland's Zone
The response action to be taken in any fire department jurisdiction in Group
Portland's SAR zone follows:
• Upon the receipt of a report of fire, the Coast Guard Communications Center
watchstander shall notify the OOD, who shall complete the Vessel Fire Action
Checklist.
• The OOD shall notify designated personnel on the checklist.
• Coast Guard personnel shall respond as directed by Annex I.
• The appropriate fire bureau shall be contacted if they have not already been
advised of the fire. If the fire is in the Portland Fire Bureau's, Longview, or St.
Helens Fire Department's area of jurisdiction, one or more fireboats will likely
be dispatched to the scene. Communications shall be established on
Channels 16 or 22A between the MSO's UTB (if dispatched) and the
fireboats.
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If the fire occurs in the jurisdictional area of a fire department that does not
have a fireboat, it should be determined whether the local fire department has
sought any outside assistance from Portland, St. Helens, or Longview Fire
Departments. If no outside assistance has been sought, the options available
should be presented to the local fire department, and a plan of action should
be coordinated with the Coast Guard if necessary.
Unless involved in a serious SAR case, the OOD shall dispatch a boat to the
scene immediately. If available, the UTB should be selected. This should
occur regardless of whether or not the fire department requests USCG
assistance. The boat crew should be rapidly briefed concerning the extent of
the fire.
Response team personnel, acting as On-Scene Coordinator's representative
shall be dispatched to meet with the Fire Department Incident Commander in
charge of shoreside operations. This will provide a communications link
between the COTP and the Fire Department. Orders for coordination of Coast
Guard fire fighting activities at the scene shall be passed through the Coast
Guard shore response team (On-Scene Coordinator's representative).
Communications shall be established between the shore response team
(OSC rep), the MSO, and the UTB, on Channel 83 VHF-FM, or by cellular
telephone.
Issue a safety broadcast, or Urgent Marine Information Broadcast (UMIB) to
advise the maritime community of the fire and presence of waterborne fire
fighting units on-scene.
As a general rule, MSO Portland will provide fire fighting services as
requested by the fire department unless, in the opinion of the shoreside Coast
Guard On Scene Coordinator or coxswain, they are beyond the capability of
the boat, either because of the boat's characteristics, inadequate personal
protective equipment, or low experience level of the crew. All actions shall be
reported to the OOD at the time services are requested. Coast Guard forces
shall never take action without the approval or at the request of the shore-
based Incident Commander. Where Coast Guard fire fighting services are not
needed, the Coast Guard boat shall remain on scene to direct marine traffic
or provide such other services as appropriate.
If a fire is reported to be ashore at or on a ship at a grain elevator or oil
terminal, the following actions will be taken:
• Unaffected vessels moored to the facility are to be moved immediately,
with or without tugs and pilots, depending upon circumstances. A COTP
order may be required.
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• Movement of other vessels in the area will be considered based upon
degree of risk.
• Pilots and tugs are to be deployed as early as possible.
• Vessels moored at other types of facilities involved in a fire may be moved
based upon the degree of danger to the vessel.
• Coast Guard personnel will board all vessels in a fire area and inform the
Senior Deck Officer to secure ship operations and be prepared to get
underway.
• Inform the local agents of vessels involved in the incident of the situation and
any anticipated movement of their vessels.
• Vessels to be moved are to be directed to a harbor, anchorage, or another
dock away from the fire area.
• If appropriate, a safety zone will be established for the protection of vessels,
water, and shore areas.
Additional considerations if the fire is within the Portland Fire Bureau's jurisdiction
follow:
• The fire department dispatcher will immediately call the MSO Portland
Communication Center concerning any waterfront fire or incident. Our
communications watchstander shall alert the OOD and other appropriate
personnel.
• Our first notification may not originate from the fire department dispatcher, as
that person is often unable to complete all the notifications until additional
help arrives. In those cases, our first notification may come from the fire boat
en route to the scene via Channel 16.
• Fire fighting is the primary responsibility of the city government, operating
through the fire department. Overall fire fighting control will be under the
direction of the shore-based fire Incident Commander on scene. The Portland
Fire Bureau no longer has a marine division, and consequently, the command
and control of all fireboats also falls under the shore-based fire Battalion Chief
on scene. The Coast Guard small boats responding will have direct
communications with Portland Fire Bureau fire boats (Channels 16 or 22A)
and the Coast Guard On-Scene Coordinator (Channel 83) positioned with the
shore-based Battalion Chief.
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8235.2 Coast Guard Action Within Fire Department Jurisdiction Within
COTP Portland's Zone But Outside of Group Portland's SAR Area (Grays
Harbor, Astoria, Coos Bay, and Newport)
The response actions for a marine fire within fire department jurisdiction and
within COTP Portland's zone but outside Group Portland's SAR area follows:
• Upon notification of a waterfront fire, verify the report and ensure the
appropriate fire department has been notified.
• Complete the Vessel Fire Action Checklist. The OOD and designated
personnel shall respond as directed by Annex I.
• Coast Guard SAR forces on scene shall:
• Keep COTP, Portland, Oregon, informed of the situation in accordance
with CCGD13 SOP.
• Provide transportation for MSO personnel to the vessel, if necessary.
• Assess the situation as to potential water pollution threat to facilitate report
messages (POLREP's) as necessary.
e Report to the senior fire department official and establish communications.
• Keep a log of times and key events of the incident.
8235.2 Fire Occurring Outside a Fire Department Jurisdiction But
Within COTP
Portland's Zone
There are numerous fire departments and fire districts along the lower Columbia
and Willamette Rivers. There are also a great number of districts along the
coastal regions of COTP Portland zone. However, it is still possible that a vessel
fire could occur in an area not within any fire department's jurisdiction. (The
jurisdiction of some fire departments ends at the end of the dock or the high
water line.).
If a vessel fire occurs outside one of these jurisdictions (i.e. upper Columbia and
Snake rivers, coastal waters, and certain portions of the lower Columbia River),
the COTP Portland would assume On-Scene Coordinator responsibilities and
direct Coast Guard resources through the On-Scene Coordinator and coordinate
the response effort with other fire departments and agencies.
Under special circumstances, a Portland Fire Bureau fireboat may be dispatched
to an area outside of their normal fire fighting jurisdiction to assist other agencies.
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Requests for such assistance should normally be directed to the Portland Fire
Bureau. A strong argument for Portland Fire Bureau involvement in the lower
Columbia River exists because of the drastic impact a blockage of that area
would have on the Port of Portland.
The Fire Bureau will consult with the appropriate city commissioner or mayor to
secure permission to respond. Additional means of obtaining equipment or
assistance from one area of Oregon and providing it to another area would be
accomplished by the invocation of the "State Conflagration Act" (ORS 476-510-
476.610), which may be invoked by the Governor (Contact the Oregon State
Emergency Services, at (503)378-4124.).
At this time, Washington does not have a State Conflagration Act. However,
some mutual aid agreements exist.
8236 Safety Zones
To secure the safety of waterfront facilities and vessels, the COTP may find it
helpful to control or restrict traffic in the affected areas.
COMDINST 3170.3 describes the characteristics of limited access areas,
including safety zones, security zones, restricted areas, and regulated navigation
areas. Authority is granted to the COTP to establish safety zones by the Ports
and Waterways Safety Act (33 USC 1221 et seq.). A safety zone could be
established around a burning vessel to facilitate access for fire or rescue units
and to protect uninvolved persons or vessels, or it could be used to ensure the
safer transit of a vessel carrying a dangerous cargo. They are intended to be
established on a temporary, and usually, emergency basis to deal with a situation
beyond the scope of normal safety and security measures.
8237 Communications
Communication between response team members and other agencies is critical.
Mobile phone numbers and radio channels must be pre-assigned and
periodically confirmed and tested during exercises. Consideration should be
given to steel hulls inhibiting radio transmission with alternated comms planned
ahead of time.
The FCC has assigned 154.126, 154.260, and 154.290 MHz as the Fire Mutual
Aid Radio Systems (FMARS) frequencies for multi-agency response to a
common incident.
Spare batteries, recharging capability, spare radios and mobile phones should be
available in case the incident lasts longer than anticipated or the number of
response personnel is greater than expected.
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Lessons learned from the fire response exercise Weyco Cargo Dock 97, showed
that the mobile phones were invaluable. Also,,the radio channels assigned must
be confirmed periodically throughout the event, as it may become necessary to
change them as more personnel arrive and overcrowd the originally assigned
frequency.
8237 Stability
Vessel stability can be defined as its ability to right its self from an inclining
position. During firefighting, excess water onboard can create flooding and free
surface effect. This could prove disastrous for the vessel leading to list and even
sinking. Since local fire services do not typically have training in this field, there
is substantial risk that this could occur. This is the area of expertise that other
response agencies will depend upon the Coast Guard to contribute. The MFC
would typically be the USCG officer who would provide this advice. If nobody
from the Coast Guard is available for this role, a naval architect/engineer should
be identified to be available for such advice. Good references abound on this
topic. At a minimum one should refer to NFPA 1405.
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8240 PLANNING
8241 Introduction
U.S. Coast Guard policy advocates extensive use of contingency plans as tools
to assist local commanders in accomplishing their many tasks. Some of the aims
of contingency planning are detailed in the Marine Safety Manual and include:
• To prevent damage, destruction, and loss of life by minimizing the probability
that an event will occur;
• To minimize damage or destruction through prompt detection, immediate
response and implementation of corrective action;
• To improve decision-making of the Incident Commander;
• To provide training to personnel participating in response, mitigation, and
coordination phases of a marine emergency;
• To maintain liaison with appropriate federal, state, and local organizations.
Some specific objectives of contingency planning follow:
• To prevent loss of life or personal injury, damage and destruction of vessels,
cargoes, structures, and facilities in U.S. ports and waterways, and damage
to the marine environment, by reason of accidental, intentional means, or
natural phenomena;
• To maintain safe, secure, and orderly continuation of marine traffic and the
acceleration of such traffic, if so required by national interests, in the face of
accidental, intentional or natural disasters;
• To maintain adequate training through planning prior to a marine incident;
• To maintain continual contact with local agencies having interest in or
responsibilities for a specific event and maintain a check on their resource
capabilities and limitations;
• To outline Unit capabilities and limitations with respect to available resources
through all phases of the event.
8242 Inclusion in Area Contingency Plan and Geographical Response
Plans
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Change 4 to Volume VI of the Coast Guard Marine Safety Manual directs the
revision of Marine Fire Fighting Contingency Plans and the integration of those
plans into the Area Contingency Plan.
8243 Annual Review and Update
Every year this Plan shall be reviewed for accuracy and coherence with District
and Commandant guidance. Also, any lessons learned from exercises and real
life fire response shall be incorporated in this Plan. Possible exercise scenarios
follow:
• Waterfront facility (break bulk or bulk liquid
• Freight vessel (break bulk or container)
• Tank barge
• Tank vessel (cargo tank or engine room)
• Bulk solid cargoes (cargo or engine room)
• Passenger vessel
© Liquefied gas carrier.
8250 LOGISTICS
8251 Equipment lists by port are included in Annex IV.
8260 FINANCE
8261 Funding
In general, funding for USCG firefighting activities must come from Coast Guard
Operating Expense (OE) funds. The Comprehensive Environmental Response,
Compensation and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA) Trust Fund, and the Oil Spill
Liability trust Fund (OSLTF) may be available to reimburse firefighting expenses.
CERCLA and OSLTF funds are only authorized for pollution related activities, so
pollution must occur as a part of the fire incident.
8262 Liability/Surety Bond/COFR
When a vessel's Master or other representative desires to enter a port with the
hopes of saving the vessel and cargo, the owners, master, and agents should be
required to indemnify and hold harmless the port, its board, and federal/local
governments for damage or injury suffered as a result of such a fire or movement
of the vessel.
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A surety bond should also be required. The amount of the bond should be at
least equal to the estimated cost of removing the sunken vessel from the port.
The vessel's liability for oil removal costs should be covered by an insurer, as
evidenced by a valid Certificate of Financial Responsibility (COFR), if the vessel
is over 300 GRT. This COFR should be verified before the vessel is allowed to
enter port. The Prevention Department shall provide assistance regarding the
COFR.
Liability insurance covering damage the vessel may cause to other property
should also be investigated since the possibility exists that the vessel could set
fire to other vessels or facilities. Litigation might ensue against the agencies that
allowed the vessel to enter the port holding them responsible for damage caused
by the burning vessel. The assistance of the District legal officer should be
sought to avoid legal problems that could involve the Coast Guard.
It should be noted, however, that while the above assurances are highly
desirable, the timely acquisition of the necessary bonds or insurance may not be
possible before the action required to save the vessel is taken.
8270 FOR DISTRICT/AREA COMMITTEE DESIGNATION
8280 FOR DISTRICT/AREA COMMITTEE DESIGNATION
8290 RESERVED FOR FUTURE HEADQUARTERS DESIGNATION
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ANNEX A
MARINE FIRE RESPONSE PROCEDURES
Contents:
Page:
1. Vessel Fire checklist A-l
2. USCG Authority/Responsibility guidance A-2
3. Incident Command System Organization chart A-3
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Emergency Operations Ptao
Section 8
Operations
VESSEL FIRE
FEDERAL LEAD. USCXJ FEDERAL SECONDARY
IOCM.1.EAD LOCAL FIRE DEPTTIRi MARSHALL UK Al SK^>M>ARY
Vessel involved:
Docked t.7W Ac anchor
Sinking Capsized Injuries Pollution
PcKOns in watei Blockage of Navigational Waters
Facility involved:
Location
_Vessels docked at facility
Ha^.Mal on *i(e
Notifv:
911/Local Fire Department
Immediately Endangered Facilities/Vessels
XO
~co
_Duty IO
_Duty Inspector
POPS if a commercial vessel is involved, marine traffic is disruptod, or port laciluic> ure
threatened.
Duiv if aciu&t or potential oil spill or HazMat release.
"CCGDIS OPCCN
Vessel Owner or agent
Local Port Authority
_LwuJ Pilots Association
_Tug and Tow Companies
If noceasary, establish safety zone
Evaluate Ihc nocd lo gc) the duty boat crew underway in order lii oblnin fKldirinn.il nil scene
information. or for enforcement (if a safety zone, if implemented
_1I necessary. order muvcnienl ul burning vcwel/ntarby vessel*
_If necessary', order control of neaiby facility operations
II nctcssarv. broadcast notice to manner*
If necessary, activate MSO response organization
Recall Personnel
Activate CACMSO Portland Marine Fire Contingency Plan.
U ef: (a) COMDTTKST MI (50M). 11, MSM VOL VI (CHAPTER 8)
(h) MSOPORTINST M1 (5600.1, Marine Fire Contingency Plan
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USCG Authority/Responsibility guidance
1. Protection of life and property within USCG capability (SAR)
2. Mitigation action before local fire response services arrive
3. Notify affected parties & coordinate emergency services
4. Advise and liaison with state and local agencies
5. Assess adequacy of owner/operator response
6. Restrict vessel traffic (create/enforce safety zones)
7. Move or destroy vessels if necessary
8. Assist local firefighting services with logistics, water, cooling exterior
bulkheads
9. Coordinate and direct pollution prevention and response
10. May not delegate these authorities to any state or local agency
11. Coast Guard personnel may not be under command of a non-U. S.
military entity
* Only directly engage in fire prevention and response on USCG vessels
and property
** Only directly engage in fire prevention, and response on non-USCG
vessels and property if capable (ie. sufficient resources and training)
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OPERATIONS
SECTION
PLANNING
SECTION
LOGISTICS
FINANCE/ADMIN
SECTION
Staging Areas
Air Operations
Branches
Air Operations
Branch
Divisions &
Groups
Stnke Teams
Task Forces
Single Resources
- Air Support Group
- Air Tactical Group
Communications
Unit
Medical Unit
. Food Unit
Resources Unit
Situation Unit
- Demobilization Unit
Documentation Unit
— Supply Unit
Facilities Unit
- Ground Support Unit
Time Unit
Procuremen
. Compensate
Claims Unit
Cost Unit
INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM ORGANIZATION
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ANNEX B
SHIPBOARD FIRE OPERA TIONS GUIDE
Maritime Fire & Safety Association (MFSA) guidance
for Fire Response on the Lower Columbia River
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ASSOCIATION
(MFSA)
FIRE PROTECTION AGENCY
ADVISORY COUNCIL
(F-PAAC)
SHIPBOARD FIRE
OPERATIONS
GUIDE
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MARITIME FIRE AND SAFETY ASSOCIATION
(MFSA)
FIRE PROTECTION AGENCY ADVISORY COUNCIL
(F-PAAC)
SHIPBOARD FIRE OPERATIONS GUIDE
INTRODUCTION
By membership agreement, (agency
name) is obligated to respond to maritime fire emergencies within the association
boundaries with certain equipment and personnel upon the request of other public fire
protection members of the MFSA.
Detailed instructions are provided under "TAB" sections to this guide to assist
Fire Bureau Dispatchers and Command Personnel in expediting appropriate responses to
these requests.
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THE LOWER COLUMBIA
MARITIME FIRE AND SAFETY ASSOCIATION
The Lower Columbia Maritime Fire and Safety Association, MFSA, is an association of
Fire Departments whose jurisdictions include maritime shipping lanes of the lower Columbia
River.
The Association members have agreed to mobilize MFSA equipment and personnel in
the event a maritime disaster overcomes the resources of the local fire jurisdiction.
By membership agreement, (agency name) is obligated to
respond to maritime fire emergencies within the association boundaries with certain equipment
and personnel upon the request of other public fire protection members of the MFSA.
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INDEX
Detailed instructions are provided under "Tab" sections to this guide to assist Fire Bureau
Dispatchers and Command Personnel in expediting appropriate responses to these
requests.
TAR PAGE
N/A Ship Firefighting Management System 1 - 6
Agency/Vessel Contract (EXAMPLE ONLY) 7 - 8
MFSA Call Out 9
N/A Blue Work Sheet 10
N/A Fire Boat Request 11
TAB 1: INCIDENT COMMAND:
Incident Commander 1
Coast Guard On-Scene Commander 2
Public Information Officer (P.I.O.) 3
Safety Officer 4
Liaison Officer 5
Operations Officer 6
Planning Section Chief 7
Logistics Officer 8
Finance Section Chief 9
Division Supervisor 10
Staging Area Manager 11
Medical Group Commander 12
Ground Support Unit Leader 13
Supply Unit Leader 14
TAB 2:
Transfer of Fire Bureau MFSA Equipment 1
Initial Response Commitment - Maritime Mobilization 2
MFSA Fee Schedule - Response and Equipment Charges 3 - 4
Protocol For Reimbursement 5 - 8
Specialized Skills/Techniques 9-15
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INDEX (cont'd)
TAB 3: AGENCY INFORMATION PAGE
Fire Agencies, Staging Maps, Equipment 1-11
Equipment Listing (Including Vendor) 12-20
Vendor Directory (MFSA Equipment) 21 - 23
Bureau Fire Boats
* Astoria 24
* Longview 25
* St. Helens 26
* Portland 27 - 29
Fire Boat Fueling 30 - 31
TAB 4:
Radio Frequencies 1 - 2
TAB 5:
Area Resource Guide 1-19
TAB 6:
MFSA Fire Chiefs/Authorized Representatives 1
River System Map
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SECTION INDEX
PAGE
SHIP FIREFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM B-1 - B-6
AGENCY/VESSEL CONTRACT (EXAMPLE ONLY) B-7 - B-8
MFSA CALL OUT B-9
BLUE WORK SHEET B-10
FIRE BOAT REQUEST B-11
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SHIP F1REFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
INITIAL COMMAND FUNCTIONS
CHECKOFF
ANNOUNCE ARRIVAL/SIZE UP
TAKE COMMAND
ASSIGN INVESTIGATIVE TEAM
ANALYZE SITUATION, HAVE CONTRACT SIGNED BY MASTER
REQUEST ADDITIONAL ALARMS IF NEEDED
CALL OFF DUTY PERSONNEL AS NEEDED
CONTACT MFSA/MEX COM CENTER - SEE PAGE 9
COMPLETE MFSA REQUEST FOR FIRE ASSISTANCE -
BLUE WORKSHEET - PAGE 10
ANNOUNCE INITIAL STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE (OFFENSIVE/
DEFENSIVE) GIVE REPORT ON RADIO
REQUEST ALL UNITS GO TO TACTICAL FREQUENCY
FIRE OIL
ASSIGN COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
ACCOUNT FOR CREW & WHAT HAS BEEN DONE TO FIGHT FIRE
MAKE DIVISION ASSIGNMENTS FROM FIRST ALARM UNITS
AND GIVE TACTICAL ASSIGNMENTS.
( ) DIVISION
( ) DIVISION
( ) DIVISION
ESTABLISH A STAGING AREA
YOUR INCIDENT ORGANIZATION AT THIS TIME
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SHIP FIREFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (CONT'D)
CHECKOFF
EXPOSURES (INTERNAL, EXTERNAL)
CALL FOR FIRE BOAT IF NECESSARY
REQUEST CASCADE SYSTEM TO SCENE
YOUR STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES (ANNOUNCE ANY CHANGES)
A .
B .
AUGMENT SHIP'S FIRE MAIN SYSTEM THROUGH
INTERNATIONAL SHORE CONNECTION AS NEEDED.
APPLY FOAM TO INVOLVED AREA IF NEEDED
IF YOU INTEND TO PUT WATER ON THE SHIP, REQUEST
DEWATERING EQUIPMENT. CHECK CLINOMETER.
DON'T WAIT UNTIL THE SHIP BEGINS TO LIST.
COOL EXTERIOR HOUSE AND HULL WITH HEAVY STREAMS
REQUEST TUG BOATS IF NEEDED
REQUEST CRANES IF NEEDED
REQUEST OXY-ACETYLENE CUTTING EQUIPMENT OR
SLICE TOOL
ORDER BULK CO 2 IF NEEDED
OBTAIN CO 2 AND HEAT MONITORING EQUIPMENT
OBTAIN NEEDED EQUIPMENT AND FITTING FOR CO 2
(MAY NEED TO CONTACT A MILLWRIGHT ON SCENE)
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SHIP FIREFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (CONT'D)
PRIORITY 1 - RESCUE
* ADVANCE TO PRIORITY II IF RESCUE IS NOT A FACTOR
CHECK OFF TIME
DESIGNATE A RESCUE DIVISION (S)
DETERMINE RESCUE DIVISION OFFICERS OBJECTIVES.
LAUNCH PRIMARY SEARCH.
ANNOUNCE OBJECTIVES
A. ( )
B. ( )
DESIGNATE A FIRE ATTACH DIVISION (OFFENSIVE/
DEFENSIVE)
. ESTABLISH A TRIAGE AREA/ANNOUNCE
CALL FOR AMBULANCE
YOUR ORGANIZATION AT THIS TIME
DETERMINE EVACUATION ROUTES (VENTILATION)
A. LAUNCH SECONDARY SEARCH
DETERMINE NUMBER OF CASUALTIES
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SHIP FIREFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (CONT'D)
PRIORITY II - FIRE CONTROL
CHECKOFF TIME
REQUEST MFSA ADVISORS (TAB 2)
CALL FOR FIRE BOAT IF NEEDED
REQUEST CARGO AND GENERAL ARRANGEMENT
PLAN
CONTINUE DEVELOPING THE ICS AS NEEDED
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SHIP FIREFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (CONT'D)
CHECKOFF
ACTIVATE SHIP'S CONTROL SYSTEMS
(COORDINATE THIS WITH SHIP'S MASTER)
DETERMINE STATUS OF FIRE. WHAT IS WORST
CASE SCENARIO? UPDATE STATUS REPORT
ASSIGN FINANCE OFFICER ( ) IF NECESSARY
EXPOSURES/VENTILATION (SEE PRE-FIRE PLAN)
TYPE AND QUANITY OF MATERIAL BURNING
STATUS OF VENTILATION SYSTEM (HVAC)
LOCATION, TYPE AND QUANTITY OF HAZARDOUS
MATERIALS
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SHIP FIREFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (CONT'D)
PRIORITY III - PROPERTY AND ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSERVATION
CHECK OFF TIME
DETERMINE PROPERTY CONSERVATION OBJECTIVES
A.
CONTROL POLLUTION OF WATER
REQUEST RESOURCES TO SUPPORT PROPERTY
CONSERVATION OBJECTIVES:
A.
B.
C .
D.
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EXAMPLE ONLY
(RED PAGE)
THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT EXPRESSLY HOLD HARMLESS THE CITY AND ITS
OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES FROM ANY LIABILITY WHATSOEVER IN CONNECTION WITH
FIREFIGHTrNG EFFORTS RENDERED UNDER THIS AGREEMENT, AND FURTHER PROVIDE
FOR REPAYMENT TO THE CITY OF PERSONNEL SALARIES AND SUPPLIES EXPENDED IN
PROVIDING ASSISTANCE."
Firefighting Assistance Agreement For
Operations by The Fire Department
Outside the Corporate Limits of the City of .
This agreement is entered into this day of , 19 by and
between the City of , hereinafter referred to as the "City" and
, (the vessel and its owners and operators by and through the master, the
vessel's agent or other authorized representative signing below), hereinafter referred to as the "requesting
party".
Whereas, the City of is a regularly incorporated City of the
State of and maintains firefighting equipment and a force of men to operate
this equipment; and
Whereas, the vessel requiring fire suppression aid is (a) located beyond the limits of the City, and
because of such fact is not entitled, as a matter of right, to firefighting assistance from the City; or (b) is
located on a waterway against which no taxes or assessments for fire protection are levied by the City;
It is therefore agreed between the City and the requesting party, upon authorized signature by the
requesting party, that the City afford any fire suppression aid that can be reasonably furnished by the City
for the protection of the requesting party's vessel. The City may further obtain additional fire suppression
aid from other fire departments who are members of the Maritime Fire & Safety Association (MFSA), at
the discretion of the commanding officer of the Fire Department or his authorized
representative at the scene of the fire. All terms and conditions of this agreement shall apply to and for the
benefit of any MFSA member fire department which provides additional fire suppression aid to the
requesting party's vessel at the request of the commanding officer of the Fire
Department or his authorized representative at the scene of the fire.
The City, in providing assistance under the terms of this agreement, may withdraw such assistance
at the sole discretion of the commanding officer of the Fire Department or his
authorized representative at the scene of the fire It is expressly understood and agreed that the requesting
party will defend and hold harmless the parties providing assistance from any action arising from such
withdrawal. Conditions which may result in such withdrawal include, but are not limited to'
The occurrence of a fire or incident within the City of
which requires the return of equipment and/or personnel to assist with
operations within the City.
An occurrence or events that lead the commanding officer of the Fire
Department to believe that further operations on the vessel fire will unduly endanger the
11\es of Fire Department personnel and'or damage major
equipment
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EXAMPLE ONLY
(RED PAGE)
The requesting party under this agreement shall indemnify and hold harmless the City, including
officers, employees, or agents of such City when so requested from any and all loss, claims, actions, or
damages suffered by any person or persons not a party to this agreement or damage inflicted upon property
of a person or persons not a party to this agreement by reason of or resulting from the performance under
this agreement; and, in the event any suit or action is brought against the City in rendering assistance, the
requesting party shall, upon notice to it of the commencement thereof, defend the same at its sole cost
expense and if final judgment be adverse to the City including officers, employees, or agents of the City,
the requesting party shall satisfy the same. The foregoing rights of indemnity shall also apply for the
benefit of any MFSA member fire department providing additional fire suppression aid at the request of the
City.
Upon completion of firefighting operations, the Fire Department shall
prepare a statement of costs incurred and present the statement to the vessel's Master or the owner,
operator, and/or charterer of the vessel for payment. Such costs shall be-
a. Salaries for personnel as described on the attached schedule A;
b. Replacement and/or repair costs for damage and/or expended equipment
and/or material at the current price in effect at the time of repair and/or
replacement; and
c. Salaries and equipment charges of any additional MFSA member fire
departments providing additional fire suppression aid.
It is agreed and understood that reimbursement for the above designated salaries, costs and
expenses shall be due immediately upon demand or thirty (30) days after presentment of a statement if no
such demand is made. The requesting party shall be responsible for any collection costs including
reasonable attorney fees. Overdue payments shall bear interest at the rate of 1% per month.
Upon signing, the terms of this agreement are accepted without exception by the requesting party.
Signature
(Requesting Party)
Signature
(City, Fire Department) > > >
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MARINE EXCHANGE/MFSA
EMERGENCY NUMBER
(503) 220-2055
MARINE EXCHANGE WILL CONTACT
THE FOLLOWING:
1. U.S. COASTGUARD:
2. MEX DUTY PERSON
3. MFSA ON-DUTY INCIDENT COMMANDER
4. RESPONSE TEAM:
PORTLAND/VANCOUVER AREA - CET ENVIRONMENTAL
LONGVIEW TO ASTORIA - COWbt-TZ CLEAN SWEEP
5. SHIP AGENT '
6. NATIONAL RESPONSE CENTER
7. OREGON EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEM
8. WASHINGTON EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEM
9. WASHINGTON DEPT. OF ECOLOGY
10. WASHINGTON MARITIME COOPERATIVE
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The requesting party under this agreement shall indemnify and hold harmless the City, including
officers, employees, or agents of such City when so requested from any and all loss, claims, actions, or
damages suffered by any person or persons not a party to this agreement or damage inflicted upon property
of a person or persons not a parry to this agreement by reason of or resulting from the performance under
this agreement; and, in the event any suit or action is brought against the City in rendering assistance, the
requesting party shall, upon notice to it of the commencement thereof, defend the same at its sole cost
expense and if final judgment be adverse to the City including officers, employees, or agents of the City,
the requesting party shall satisfy the same. The foregoing rights of indemnity shall also apply for the
benefit of any MFSA member fire department providing additional fire suppression aid at the request of the
City.
Upon completion of firefighting operations, the Fire Department shall
prepare a statement of costs incurred and present the statement to the vessel's Master or the owner,
operator, and/or charterer of the vessel for payment. Such costs shall be:
a. Salaries for personnel as described on the attached schedule A;
b. Replacement and/or repair costs for damage and/or expended equipment
and/or material at the current price in effect at the time of repair and/or
replacement; and
c. Salaries and equipment charges of any additional MFSA member fire
departments providing additional fire suppression aid.
It is agreed and understood that reimbursement for the above designated salaries, costs and
expenses shall be due immediately upon demand or thirty (30) days after presentment of a statement if no
such demand is made. The requesting party shall be responsible for any collection costs including
reasonable attorney fees. Overdue payments shall bear interest at the rate of 1% per month
Upon signing, the terms of this agreement are accepted without exception by the requesting party.
Signature
(Requesting Party)
Signature
(City, Fire Department) > > >
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MARINE EXCHANGE/MFSA
EMERGENCY NUMBER
(503) 220-2055
MARINE EXCHANGE WILL CONTACT
THE FOLLOWING:
1. U.S. COAST GUARD:
2. MEX DUTY PERSON
3. MFSA ON-DUTY INCIDENT COMMANDER
4. RESPONSE TEAM:
PORTLAND/VANCOUVER AREA - CET ENVIRONMENTAL
LONGVIEW TO ASTORIA - COWLITZ CLEAN SWEEP
5. SHIP AGENT
6. NATIONAL RESPONSE CENTER
7. OREGON EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEM
8. WASHINGTON EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEM
9. WASHINGTON DEPT. OF ECOLOGY
10. WASHINGTON MARITIME COOPERATIVE
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TAB 1: INCIDENT COMMAND: PAGE
INCIDENT COMMANDER 1
COAST GUARD ON-SCENE COMMANDER 2
PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER (P.I.O.) 3
SAFETY OFFICER 4
LIAISON OFFICER 5
OPERATIONS OFFICER 6
PLANNING SECTION CHIEF 7
LOGISTICS OFFICER 8
FINANCE SECTION CHIEF 9
DIVISION SUPERVISOR 10
STAGING AREA MANAGER 11
MEDICAL GROUP COMMANDER 12
GROUND SUPPORT UNIT LEADER 13
SUPPLY UNIT LEADER 14
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SHIP F1REFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
INCIDENT COMMANDER
DEFINITION:
The Incident Commander is responsible for incident activities, including the development and
implementation of strategic decisions and for approving the ordering and releasing of resources.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Read entire document)
* Contact the Maritime Fire and Safety Association!request ship fire experts.
* Assess incident situation. DETERMINE RISK VS. BENEFIT.
* Conduct initial briefing.
* Activate elements of the incident command system.
* Brief command staff and division chiefs.
* Approve and authorize implementation of the Lower Columbia River Fire Safety Plan/
Shipboard Fire Management System.
* Determine information needs and inform commander personnel of needs.
* Coordinate staff activities.
* Manage incident.
* Approve requests for additional resources.
* Contact U.S. Coast Guard.
INCIDENT COMMANDER
U.S. Coast Guard
Information
Safety
Liaison
Operations
Plans
Staging
Divisions
Medical Group
Commander
Resource
Situation
Documentation
Demobilization
Technical Specialists
Logistics Finance
Ground Support
Unit Leader
Supply Unit Leader
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SHIP FIREFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
COAST GUARD ON-SCENE COMMANDER
DEFINITION:
The United States Coast Guard is responsible for emergency incidents in the navigable waters of the United
St?.tes. They assist local fire departments in extinguishing fires on ships that are moored in port.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. (Read entire document)
* Direct anchoring, mooring, movement of vessel.
* Control entry or departure of a vessel.
* Restrict areas where a vessel can go (hazardous operating areas) through safety zones, etc.
* Control all aspects of dangerous cargo/explosives.
* Removal or elimination of pollution threat (including destroying the vessel).
INCIDENT COMMANDER
U.S. COAST GUARD
Information
Safety
Liaison
Operations
Plans
Logistics Finance
Staging
Divisions
Medical Group
Commander
Resource
Situation
Documentation
Demobilization
Technical Specialists
Ground Support
Unit Leader
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SHIP FIREFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER (P.I.O.)
DEFINITION:
Officer responsible for the formulation and release of the information about the incident to the news media
and other appropriate agencies and organizations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Read entire document)
* Obtain briefing from the Incident Commander.
* Arrange for necessary wok space, materials, phones and staffing.
* Prepare initial information summary, as soon as possible, after arrival.
* Coordinate the release of information with the Incident Commander.
* Obtain approval for release from Incident Commander.
* Establish a public information area and provide boundaries for the news media (for their safety).
* Brief port officials.
* Arrange meetings with incident personnel, if so requested.
* Prepare post incident release/or summary for use by the news media.
INCIDENT COMMANDER
U.S. Coast Guard
INFORMATION
Safety
Liaison
Operations
Plans
_ Staging
Divisions
Medical Group
Commander
Resource
Situation
Documentation
Demobilization
Technical Specialists
Logistics Finance
Ground lupport
Unit Leader
Supply Unit Leader
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TAB 1
SAFETY OFFICER
DEFINITION:
The officer responsible for monitoring and assessing hazardous situations and unsafe conditions. He is
authorized to prevent unsafe acts or conditions when immediate action is required. The safety officer may
stop the operation to eliminate an unsafe condition.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Read entire document)
* Maintain log of activities and other pertinent information required.
* Communicate all safety concerns to the Incident Commander.
* Obtain situation briefing from immediate supervisor.
* Assess situation.
* Don position identification vest.
* Identify existing and potential hazardous situations associated with incident.
* Keep all personnel informed of existing and impending hazards.
* Attend planning meetings.
* Review Incident Action Plan and Incident Medical Plan.
* Exercise emergency authority to stop and prevent unsafe actions.
* Survey ship for dangerous situations:
* Ship Listing
* Cargo
Hazardous
Materials: * Toxic gases
* Radiation
* Pesticides
* Chemical agents
*
*
Post danger signs, where applicable.
Notify relief personnel of current status regarding safety conditions.
INCIDENT COMMANDER
U.S. Coast Guard
Information
SAFETY
Liaison
Operations
Plans
Logistics Finance
Staging
Divisions
Medical Group
Commander
Resource
Situation
Documentation
Demobilization
Technical Specialists
Ground Support
Unit Leader
Supply Unit Leader
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SHIP FIREFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
LIAISON OFFICER
DEFINITION:
This officer is the point of contact for the assisting and cooperating agency representatives. This includes
representatives from other fire agencies, Red Cross, law enforcement, public works, engineering
organizations. Maritime Fire and Safety Association and other F-PAAC agencies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Read entire document)
* Maintain log of your activities and other pertinent information acquired.
* Forward all reports to the Incident Commander.
* Obtain situation briefing from immediate supervisor.
* Assess situation.
* Don position identification vest.
* Act as contact point for assisting and cooperating agencies.
* Coordinate activities with MFSA and F-PAAC.
* Establish contact with liaison counterparts of each assisting and cooperating agency
(see Logistics Manual).
* Ensure a continual communications link between yourself and the Incident Commander,
end between yourself and other liaison counterparts.
* Respond to requests and complaints from incident personnel regarding inter-organizational
problems.
INCIDENT COMMANDER
U.S. Coast Guard
Information
Safety
LIAISON
Operations
Plans
Logistics Finance
Staging
Divisions
Medical Group
Commander
Resource
Situation
Documentation
Demobilization
Technical Specialists
Ground Support
Unit Leader
Supply Unit Leader
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SHIP FIREFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
OPERATIONS OFFICER
DEFINITION:
The officer responsible for the management of all operations directly applicable to the primary mission.
He activates and supervises organization elements in accordance with the incident action plan and directs
its execution.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Read entire document)
* Assess situation. DETERMINE RISK VS. BENEFIT.
* Don position identification vest.
* Appoint and brief staff as needed.
* Suppression and rescue leaders
* Medical group commander
* Staging area manager
* Supervise emergency operations/assign divisions:
* Dockside Division
* Above Deck Division
* Below Deck Division
* Waterside Division
* Support Division
* Establish communications.
* Consult and collaborate with Planning and Logistics Section Chiefs.
* Develop emergency action plan.
* Assign personnel in accordance with Ship Firefighting Management System.
* Attend meetings, as necessary.
* Determine need for immediate and anticipated resources.
* Keep Incident Commander informed of any special conditions or activities.
* Initiate recommendations for demobilization of resources.
* Maintain record of activities.
* When ordered, secure operations and replenish supplies.
INCIDENT COMMANDER
U S. Coast Guard
Information
Safety
Liaison
OPERATIONS Plans
Logistics Finance
Staging
Divisions
Medical Group
Commander
Resource
Situation
Documentation
Demobilization
Technical Specialists
Ground Support
Unit Leader
Supply Unit Leader
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SHIP FIREFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
PLANNING SECTION CHIEF
DEFINITION:
The officer responsible for the collection, evaluation, dissemination and use of information about the
development of the incident and status of resources.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Obtain situation briefing from immediate supervisor.
* Assess situation. DETERMINE RISK VS. BENEFIT.
* Don position identification vest.
* Appoint and brief staff as needed.
* Technical specialists
* Develop Incident Action Plan with alternatives, and submit to Incident Commander for
approval.
* Attend Incident Action Plan briefing sessions.
* Establish liaison with Logistics Section to exchange resource status information:
* See Logistics Manual
* See Ship Firefighting Management System
* Collect, evaluate, utilize and disseminate current, projected and predicted intelligence data.
* Monitor and display resource and situation status data.
* Organize and coordinate staff incident planning sessions, under the supervision of
Incident Commander.
* Provide internal and external incident traffic flow plan.
* Prepare and distribute Incident Commander's orders, if requested.
* Provide continuous supervision of the Planning Section.
* Maintain records and prepare reports for documentation.
* Plan for and recommend release of incident resources.
* When ordered, secure operation and replenish supplies.
INCIDENT COMMANDER
U.S Coast Guard
Information
Safety
Liaison
Operations PLANS Logistics Finance
Staging Resource |
Situation Ground Support
Dnisions Documentation Unit Leader
Medical Group Demobilization j
Commander Technical Specialists Supply Unit Leader
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SHIP FIREFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
LOGISTICS OFFICER
DEFINITION:
The officer responsible for providing facilities, services and material in support of the incident
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Read entire document)
* Utilize the Logistics Manual.
* Obtain situation briefing from immediate supervisor.
* Assess situation.
* Don position identification vest.
* Appoint and brief staff as needed.
* Determine logistical needs to support present and planned incident operations.
* Confer with, as needed:
* U.S. Coast Guard
* Incident Commander
* Planning Section Chief
* Operations Section Chief
* Port Officials
* Attend Incident Action Plan briefing sessions.
* Develop contingency plans for Logistics Section.
* Provide logistic needs for incident activities.
* When ordered, secure operations and replenish supplies.
* Forward all collected incident documentation to Planning Section Chief.
FNCIDENT COMMANDER
U.S. Coast Guard
Information
Safety
Liaison
Operations
Plans
LOGISTICS Finance
Staging
Resource
Situation
Documentation
Demobilization
Technical Specialists
Divisions
Medical Group
Commander
Ground Support
Unit Leader
Supply Unit Leader
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SHIP FIREFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
FINANCE SECTION CHIEF
DEFINITION:
Finance is responsible for tracking all incident costs and evaluating the financial
considerations of the incident.
Financial consideration may not be a major factor during most incident operations.
However, when a department is involved in any incident that requires the use of private-
sector resources or incidents where agencies involved in response will be seeking
reimbursement, the financial considerations can be extensive.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: {Read entire document)
The Finance Section Chief must provide for the documentation of all incident costs, and
provide guidance to the IC on financial issues that may have an impact on incident
operations.
These responsibilities include:
* Future Payments
* Future Budgeting
* Payment of Personnel Costs
* Cost Recovery
INCIDENT COMMANDER
U.S. Coast Guard
Information
Safety
Liaison
Operations
Plans
Logistics FINANCE
Divisions
Medical Group
Commander
Staging
Resource
Situation
Documentation
Ground Support
Unit Leader
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DIVISION SUPERVISOR
DEFINITION:
TAB 1
Tactical management of elements within group division. Achieve assigned mission.
PL TIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Read entire document)
Obtain situation briefing from immediate supervisor.
Assess situation. Consider: building construction, life safety hazard, extent of fire
development. DETERMINE RISK VS. BENEFIT.
Don position identification vest.
Company Officer (s)
Receive and identify assigned area of control.
Establish and maintain communications.
Determine need for resources.
Request additional resources, as required (see Logistics Manual).
Keep operations informed of any special conditions or activities.
Request periodic progress reports from companies.
Demobilize resources, as directed.
Maintain record of activities.
When ordered, secure operations and replenish supplies.
Forward reports to Operations Chief.
INCIDENT COMMANDER
U.S. Coast Guard
Information
Safety
Liaison
Operations
_ Staging
DIVISIONS
Medical Group
Commander
Plans
Resource
Situation
Documentation
Demobilization
Technical Specialists
Logistics Finance
I i
Ground Support
Unit Leader
Supply Unit Leader
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STAGING AREA MANAGER
DEFINITION:
The officer that oversees and assigns all equipment and personnel located at the staging area (Staging
Area) That location where incident personnel and equipment are assigned on a three-minute available
status.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Read entire document)
* KEEP RECORD OF RESOURCE MOVEMENT - manpower/equipment keep log
* Obtain situation briefing from immediate supervisor.
* Assess situation.
* Don position identification vest.
* Appoint and brief staff.
* Aide(s)
* Locate, prepare and identify tightly controlled Staging Area.
* Consider:
* Safety and accessibility
* Advise when operational
* Traffic control must be monitored and directed
* Area and resource location identifiers must be visible
Order and disperse resources:
* Maintain separate rehabilitation and fresh crew as directed by Operations Chief.
* Prioritize resource need with base.
* Maintain predetermined resource inventory.
*Consider equipment/time limitations.
Anticipate and advise on changing resource requirements.
When directed, secure activities and release personnel under your supervision.
Forward reports through channels.
INCIDENT COMMANDER
U.S. Coast Guard
Information
Safety
Liaison
Operations
STAGING
Plans
Divisions
Medical Group
Commander
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Demobilization
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Logistics Finance
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Unit Leader
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MEDICAL GROUP COMMANDER
DEFINITION:
The officer that oversees all operations relating to EMS, treatment, transport, triage and morgue
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Read entire document)
* Maintain record of activities and forward to Section Chief.
* Obtain situation briefing from immediate supervisor.
* Assess situation.
* Don position identification vest.
* Coordmate location of triage, treatment, transportation and morgue areas.
UTILIZE COLOR-CODED TARPS.
* Establish coordination with fire control, hazardous materials control and extrication
divisions and group.
* Monitor availability of hospitals and emergency care facilities through unit leaders.
* Ensure that all work areas are out of hazardous areas.
* Keep area clear of spectators.
* Anticipate needs:
* Supplies
* Relief personnel
* Contact coroner via chain of command.
* Demobilize group as directed by Operations Section Chief.
INCIDENT COMMANDER
U.S. Coast Guard
Information
Safety
Liaison
Operations
_ Staging
Plans
Logistics Finance
Divisions
MEDICAL
GROUP
Resource
Situation
Documentation
Demobilization
Technical Specialists
Ground Support
Unit Leader
COMMANDER
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SHIP FIREFIGHTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
GROUND SUPPORT UNIT LEADER
DEFINITION:
"Ground" - Control and disperse manpower, equipment and apparatus. Provide for first aid medical care
needs of incident personnel. Provide for fuel, maintenance and repair of equipment and apparatus.
Provide logistical support in high-rise and major complex fires or other emergencies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Read entire document)
* Obtain situation briefing from immediate supervisor
* Assess situation.
* Don position identification vest.
* Assign personnel to the following functions, as needed (see Logistics Manual):
* Transportation
* Fuel
* Vehicle maintenance
* Provide logistical support to staging area.
* Provide transportation services.
* Establish and maintain inventory of transportation vehicles.
* Arrange for and manage fueling, maintenance and repair activities for ground vehicles.
* Determine need for immediate and anticipated resources.
* Order supplies from Supply Unit Leader.
* Maintain use information on rental vehicles and equipment.
* Maintain log of your activities and other pertinent information.
* When ordered, secure operations and replenish supplies.
* Forward reports through channels to Logistics Section Chief.
INCIDENT COMMANDER
U.S. Coast Guard
Information
Safety
Liaison
Operations
_ Staging
Plans
Logistics Finance
Dn isions
Medical
Group
Commander
Resource
Situation
Documentation
Demobilization
Technical Specialists
GROUND SUPPORT
UNIT LEADER
Supply Unit Leader
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SUPPLY UNIT LEADER
DEFINITION:
"Supply" - Determine incident supply needs. Order, receive, store, distribute and maintain inventory of all
supplies. Service reusable supplies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Read entire document)
* Obtain situation briefing from Logistics Chief.
* Assess situation.
* Don position identification vest.
* Participate in Logistics Section Planning.
* Determine supplies needed to support present and planned incident operations
(See Logistics Manual).
* Determine what supplies are on hand and enroute.
* Order supplies:
* Foam * F-PAAC Equipment
* Food * Spare parts
* Fuel * Tools
* Paper Products * Expendables
Arrange for receiving ordered supplies.
Receive and store supplies.
Maintain inventory.
On request, issue supplies to Base and Ground Support Units.
Service reusable equipment.
Maintain log of your activities and submit reports to Logistics Section Chief.
When ordered, secure operations and replenish supplies.
Forward reports through channels to Section Chief.
fNCIDENT COMMANDER
U.S. Coast Guard
Information
Safety
Liaison
Operations Plans Logistics Finance
_ Staging
Divisions
Medical Group
Commander
Resource |
Situation Ground Support
Documentation Unit Leader
Demobilization I
Technical Specialists SUPPLY UNIT
LEADER
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TAB 2:
TRANSFER OF FIRE BUREAU MFSA EQUIPMENT 1
INITIAL RESPONSE COMMITMENT -
MARITIME MOBILIZATION 2
MFSA FEE SCHEDULE - RESPONSE & EQUIPMENT 3 - 4
PROTOCOL FOR REIMBURSEMENT 5 - 8
SPECIALIZED SKILLS/TECHNIQUES 9-15
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TRANSFER OF FIRE BUREAU IV1FSA EQUIPMENT
For the current listing of MFSA equipment and supplies in custody of
refer to TAB 1.
1. The Fire Dispatch Supervisor shall cross-match the list of supplies and equipment requested on
the BLUE WORKSHEET agamst the list of MFSA supplies and equipment available from
as per TAB 2
Equipment and supplies requested beyond those listed in TAB 2 may be
approved only by the ranking on-duty Fire Bureau Chief.
2. Notify the Duty Chief ( ) of the MFSA request for assistance.
3. Contact 1 member from the Trained personnel list found in TAB 3. Call in the order as listed.
4. FAX completed copies of BLUE WORKSHEET to the Duty Chief and .
5. During normal weekday working hours, contact the ( ) and arrange for
a suitable vehicle for load-out of requested MFSA supplies and equipment.
After hours and on weekends, (and station ) have the keys to the
reserve apparatus bay, the hose depot and the vans and trucks at the .
Provide the and with a list of requested MFSA equipment
and supplies.
(or after hours) will provide for a detail person to
drive the delivery vehicle to the incident site.
6. will be responsible for supervision of the load-out of requested MFSA
equipment and supplies.
Generators, cords and lights stored in the Reserve Apparatus Bay will be substituted
for MFSA equipment as needed.
Gasoline powered equipment will be sent with extra fuel and tools needed for proper operation.
3M AFFF/ATC firefighting foam will be taken from stock in the
7. will coordinate with the Designated Maritime Task Force
Commander and provide him with an inventory of the supplies and equipment which have been
loaded for shipment to the maritime fire incident
8. The Designated Maritime Task Force Commander will give instructions to
the dmer of the delivery vehicle concerning the details of the delivery of MFSA equipment, and
pro\ ide a road map gi\ uig directions and location for the deli\ erv
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INITIAL RESPONSE COMMITMENT
MARITIME MOBILIZATION
FIRE DEPARTMENT EQUIPMENT MANPOWER
Astoria Fire Dept.
One Engine
3 Firefighters
Clark Co. Fire Dist. #6
One Engine
3 Firefighters
Clatskanie Fire Dept.
One Engine
3 Firefighters
Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue
One Engine
3 Firefighters
Cowlitz Co. Fire Dist. #5
One Engine
4 Firefighters
Longview Fire Dept.
One Engine
3 Firefighters
Portland Fire Bureau
One Engine
4 Firefighters
St. Helens Fire Dept.
One Engine
3 Firefighters
Vancouver Fire Dept.
One Engine
3 Firefighters
It is the intent of this agreement that each fire bureau will make a best
faith effort to mobilize within 1 hour.
IMPORTANT - WHEN RESPONDING BRING THE FOLLOWING:
* MFSA MOTOROLA MT 2000 RADIOS &
EXTRA BATTERIES
* SCBAWITH ALL OF YOUR 1 HOUR
BOTTLES
SEND ONLY PERSONNEL WITH SHIPBOARD TRAINING.
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MFSA FEE SCHEDULE
FOR RESPONSE AND EQUIPMENT CHARGES
Charge the 2 hour minimum on equipment per this rate schedule.
MILEAGE:
Mileage and fuel allowance is included in the hourly equipment rates.
EQUIPMENT CHARGES
PUMP RATE
GPM MINIMUM
TANK CAPACITY
IN GALLONS
HOURLY
RATES
PUMPER/
CLASS A RATED
ICS type 2
500
400
84.00
ICS type 1
1,000
400
105.00
Foam I fused, add:
Actual replacement
Cost
5.00 Applic.
WATER TENDER
Water Tender
200+
2,500+
60.00
AERIAL LADDER:
Less than 75 feet
157.50
75 + feet
178.50
Elevated Master Stream
105.00
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DESCRIPTION
HOURLY RATES
SUPPORT
Supplemental unit in support of
other firefighting units/forces
(Example: air supply unit)
S26.25
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Specialized hazardous materials
response unit responding with
hazardous materials response team
$157.50
RESCUE
Unit equipped for special rescue
operations (Example: heavy
vehicle extrication (Hurst) or
technical rescue
$94.50
EMS UNITJVON-TRANSPORT
EMS Response Unit,
Non-Transport:hcensed under
STATE GUIDELINES
$31.50
ALS - Non-Transport
$39.50
EMS UNIT, TRANSPORT
EMS Unit, Transport:
Ambulance Unit, licensed under
STATE GUIDELINES
$42.00
Standby
Plus actual cost
ALS - Transport Units
$52.50
Patient Transport Mileage
$8.00/mile
COMMAND UNIT
Mileage at prevailing
federal government rate
*****
BOATS
Boat. 45' or less
$210.00
Boat, greater than 45'
$315 00
PERSONNEL CHARGES
CAREER PERSONNEL:
Personnel charges for career firefighters shall be actual labor expenses including eligible backfill and
overtime rates in accordance with each responding agency's pre-existing labor contracts and pay schedules.
VOLUNTEER PERSONNEL:
VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS
$12 00/hour
VOLUNTEER COMPANY OFFICER
$14.30/hour
VOLUNTEER MECHANIC
$12.70/hour
VOLUNTEER EMS
SI 2.00/hour
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TAB 2
Responding bureau is responsible for tracking all incident costs and
evaluating the financial considerations of the incident.
Financial consideration may not be a major factor during most incident
operations. However, when a department is involved in any incident that
requires the use of private-sector resources or incidents where agencies
involved in response will be seeking reimbursement, the financial
considerations can be extensive.
Following are forms that will be used to document the financial
considerations of an incident.
1) Resource Summary Log - This form should be filled out by
the staging officer.
2) Personnel Log - This is filled out by the staging officer and
forwarded to finance.
3) Equipment Log - This form is filled out by the staging officer
and forwarded to the finance section.
4) Requests for reimbursement must be presented no later than 30
days following termination of incident.
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PROTOCOL FOR REIMBURSEMENT (CONT'D)
RESOURCE SUMMARY
Zl
RESOURCES
ORDERED
RESOURCES
IDENTIFICATION
ETA
ON
SCENE
LOCATION/
ASSIGNMENT
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ICS PERSONNEL LOG
TAB 2
Incident Number Incident Name Time Approved By Position
Equipment Usage
Owner or Agency
Miles
Hours
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ICS EQUIPMENT LOG
Incident Number Incident Name Time Approved By Position
EQUIPMENT USAGE
TIM I
ON
TIMI
OFF
TIMI
ON
.TIMI
OFF
:timi
ON
:time
OFF
OWNER or
DNR #
Miles
Hours
Date
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SPECIALIZED BUSINESS SKILLS / TECHNIQUES
PLANNING:
BUREAU
NAME
BUSINESS
EMERGENCY
Astoria
Lenard Hansen
503-325-4237
503-325-4411
Clark #6
Ai Gillespie
360-576-1195
360-992-9200
Clatskanie
n/a
Cowlitz #2
Joe Valenzuela
Alan Headley
Dave LaFave
360-577-3056
360-577-3056
360-577-3056
360-577-3098
360-577-3098
360-577-3098
Cowlitz #5
Dave Bourdage
360-673-4655
360-673-4404
360-577-3098
Longview
Rudy Weyland
360-577-3340
360-577-3098
Portland
George Jacobson
503-823-3913
503-823-1913
St. Helens
G«orge Dunkel
503-397-2990
503-397-1521
Vancouver
D. Chief Mikesell
B.C. Yung
Capt. Sauerbrey
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
(911 center will dispatch)
360-696-4461
360-696-4461
360-696-4461
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SPECIALIZED BUSINESS SKILLS / TECHNIQUES (cont'd)
LOGISTICS:
BUREAU NAME BUSINESS EMERGENCY
Astoria
Lane Wintermute
503-325-4237
503-325-4411
Clark #6
AJ Gillespie
360-576-1195
360-992-9200
Clatskanie
n/a
Cowlitz #2
Joe Valenzuela
AJan Headley
Dave LaFave
360-577-3056
360-577-3056
360-577-3056
360-577-3098
360-577-3098
360-577-3098
Cowlitz #5
Dave Bourdage
360-673-4655
360-673-4404
360-577-3098
Longview
Rudy Weyland
360-577-3340
360-577-3098
Portland
Howard Boyte
503-823-4558
503-823-1913
St. Helens
George Dunkel
503-397-2990
503-397-2362
Vancouver
Div. Chief Streissguth
B.C. Yung
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
(911 center will dispatch)
360-696-4461
360-696-4461
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SPECIALIZED BUSINESS SKILLS / TECHNIQUES (cont'd)
OPERATIONS:
BUREAU NAME BUSINESS EMERGENCY
Astoria
Lenard Hansen
503-325-4237
503-325-4411
Clark #6
A1 GiJJespie
360-576-1195
360-992-9200
Clatskanie
Steven Sharek
503-728-2025
503-728-2025
Cowlitz #2
Dave LaFave
360-577-3056
360-577-3098
Cowlitz #5
Dave Bourdage
360-673-4655
360-673-4404
360-577-3098
Longview
Rudy Weyland
360-577-3340
360-577-3098
Portland
Howard Boyte
503-823-4558
503-823-1913
St. Helens
George Dunkel
503-397-2990
503-397-1521
Vancouver
D. Chief Bivins
B.C. Yung
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
(911 center will dispatch)
360-696-4461
360-696-4461
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SPECIALIZED BUSINESS SKILLS / TECHNIQUES (cont'd)
FINANCE:
BUREAU NAME BUSINESS EMERGENCY
Astoria
Lane Wintermute
503-325-4237
503-325-4411
Clark #6
A1 Gillespie
360-576-1195
360-992-9200
Clatskanie
n/a
Cowlitz #2
Joe Valenzuela
Alan Headley
Dave LaFave
360-577-3056
360-577-3056
360-577-3056
360-577-3098
360-577-3098
360-577-3098
Cowlitz #5
Dave Bourdage
360-673-4655
360-673-4404
360-577-3098
360-577-3098
Longview
Rudy Weyland
360-577-3340
360-577-3098
Portland
Howard Boyte
503-823-4558
503-823-1913
St. Helens
George Dunkel
503-397-2990
503-397-1521
Vancouver
Chief Fraijo .
D. Chief James
Div. Chief Streissguth
B.C. Yung
Capt. Sauerbrey
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
(911 center will dispatch)
360-696-4461
360-696-4461
360-696-4461
360-696-4461
360-696-4461
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SPECIALIZED SKILLS / TECHNIQUES (cont'd)
C02:
BUREAU
NAME
BUSINESS
EMERGENC
V
Astoria
n7a
Clark #6
n/a
Clatskanie
n7a
Cowlitz #2
n/a
Cowlitz #5
n/a
Longview
Randy Bradshaw
Sherm Suttles
360-577-3340
360-577-3340
360-577-3098
360-577-3098
Portland
Howard Boyte
503-823-3906
503-823-1913
St. Helens
n/a
Vancouver
Div. Chief Streissguth
B.C. Yung
Capt. Sauerbrey
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
(911 center will dispatch)
360-696-4461
360-696-4461
360-696-4461
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THERMAL COUPLE/HEAT MONITORS:
BUREAU NAME BUSINESS EMERGENCY
Astoria
n/a
Clark #6
n/a
Clatskanie
n/a
Cowlitz #2
n/a
Cowlitz #5
n/a
Longview
Randy Bradshaw
360-577-3340
360-577-3098
Portland
Howard Boyte
503-823-3906
503-823-1913
St. Helens
n/a
Vancouver
Div. Chief Streissguth
B.C. Yung
Capt. Sauerbrey
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
(911 center will dispatch)
360-696-4461
360-696-4461
360-696-4461
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GAS MONITORS:
BUREAU
NAME
BUSINESS
EMERGENCY
/vstoria
Lenard Hansen
503-325-4237
503-325-4411
Clark #6
n/a
Clatskanie
n/a
Cowlitz #2
n/a
Cowlitz #5
n/a
Longview
Mike New
360-577-3340
360-577-3098
Portland
On duty deputy chief
503-222-1719
503-823-1913
St. Helens
n/a
Vancouver
Div. Chief Streissguth
B.C. Yung
Capt. Sauerbrey
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
360-892-4323
(911 center will dispatch)
360-696-4461
360-696-4461
360-696-4461
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TAB 3: AGENCY INFORMATION: PAGE
FIRE AGENCIES, STAGING MAPS, EQUIPMENT 1-11
EQUIPMENT LISTING (INCLUDING VENDOR) 12-20
VENDOR DIRECTORY (MFSA EQUIPMENT) 21 - 23
BUREAU FIRE BOATS
* ASTORIA 24
* LONGVIEW 25
* ST. HELENS 26
* PORTLAND 27-29
FIRE BOAT FUELING 30-31
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ASTORIA FIRE DEPARTMENT
555 30th
Astoria, OR 97103
- TELEPHONE -
Emergency:
Business:
(503) 325-4411
(503) 325-4237
FAX (503) 325-2346
RIVER MILE 12
- RADIO FREQUENCIES -
SEE TAB 4
- EQUIPMENT -
Item: Quantity:
Cascade with Compressor (Stationary) High Pressure 1
Foam, 3% - 6% AFFF (5 gallon containers) 250 gallons
Generator, Portable Electric 1
Radio, Marine - Motorola MT 2000 4
Motorola (751APL0971) 1
Midland - On fire boat 1
Pagers 4
One Hour SCBA, SURVIVAIR 4
Spare Cylinders - 30 Minute 4
Portable Pump 1
Hose
1 3/4" 800 feet
3" 600 feet
5" 1.000 feet
High Angle Rope Rescue Kit 1
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CLARK COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT #6
8800 N.E. Hazel Dell Avenue
Vancouver, WA 98665
- TELEPHONE -
Emergency:
Business:
(360) 992-9200 (Dispatch)
(360) 576-1195
FAX (360) 576-1198
| RIVER MILE 105
- RADIO FREQUENCIES -
SEE TAB 4
- EQUIPMENT -
Item: Quantity:
Foam, 3% AFFF (5-gallon container) 50 gallons
Radio, Marine - Motorola MT 2000 4
One Hour SCBA, MSA 3
Spare Cylinders - 1 Hour 3
Gas Monitors 1
High Angle Rope Rescue Kit 1
Confined Space Rescue K.it 1
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CLATSKANIE FIRE DEPARTMENT
280 S.E. 3RD
CLATSKANIE, OR 97016
- TELEPHONE -
Emergency:
Business:
(503) 728-2025
(503) 728-2025
FAX (503) 728-4388
RIVER MILE 50
- RADIO FREQUENCIES
SEE TAB 4
- EQUIPMENT -
Item: Quantity:
Cascade with Compressor (Stationary) High Pressure 1
Foam, 3% - 6% AFFF (5 gallon container) 50 gallons
Radio, Marine - Motorola MT 2000 2
One Hour SCBA, SCOTT 4
Spare Cylinders - 1 Hour 4
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COWLITZ #2 FIRE AND RESCUE
701 VINE STREET
KELSO, WA 98626
- TELE!
Emergency:
>HONE -
Business:
(360) 577-3098
(360) 578-5221
FAX (360) 578-5220
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- RADIO FREQUENCIES -
SEE TAB 4
- EQUIPMENT -
Item: Quantity:
Cascade Bus, High Pressure 1
Foam, 3% - 6% AFFF (5 gallon container) 50 gallons
Radio, Marine - Motorola MT 2000 4
Spare Cylinders - 1 Hour IS1 8
Hose
5" 1,900 Ft.
Confined Space Rescue Kit
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COWLITZ COUNTY FIRE DIST. #5
P.O. BOX 870
KALAMA, WA 98625
Emergency:
- TELEPHONE
Business:
(360) 577-3098
(360) 673-4655
or (360) 673-4404
FAX (360) 673-3389
[RIVER MILE 75
- RADIO FREQUENCIES -
SEE TAR 4
EQUIPMENT -
Item: Quantity:
Foam, 3% - 6% AFFF (5 gallon Container) 50 Gal.
Radio, Marine - Motorola MT 2000 2
One Hour SCBA, SURVIVAIR 8
Spare SCBA Cylinders - 1 Hour 9
Hose
1 3/4" 300 Ft.
Gas Monitor 1
Warning Device - PAL 6
Smoke Ejector 2
Confined Space Rescue Kit 1
High Angle Rope Rescue Kit 1
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LONGVIEW FIRE DEPARTMENT
740 COMMERCE AVENUE
LONGVIEW, WA 98632
- TELEPHONE -
Emergency:
Business:
(360) 577-3098
(360)577-3340
FAX (360) 577-3338
RIVER MILE 65
- RADIO FREQUENCIES -
SEE TAB 4
- EQUIPMENT -
Item:
Cascade Trailer, High Pressure
Foam 3% - 6% AFFF (5 Gallon Container)
Generator, Portable Electric
Radio, Marine - Motorola MT 2000
One Hour SCBA, MSA
Spare Cylinders 1 -Hour
Spare Cylinders 30-Minute
Hose
1 3/4"
3 1/2"
Smoke Ejectors Gas Powered
Thermal-Coupling Meter
CO-2 Application Kit
Gas Monitor
Air Slice Cutting Tool
Equipment Trailer
Quantity:
1
250 Gallons
1
4
8
8
8
800 Feet
600 Feet
2
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PORTLAND FIRE BUREAU
55 S.W. ASH STREET
PORTLAND, OR 97204
- TELEPHONE -
Emergency:
Business:
(503) 823-1913
(503)823-3700
FAX (503) 823-3710
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- RADIO FREQUENCIES -
SEE TAB 4
- EQUIPMENT -
Item: Quantity:
Cascade Van with Compressor, High Pressure 1
Foam, 3% - 6% AFFF (5 Gallon Container) 250 Gallons
Generator, Portable Electric 7
Radio, Marine - Motorola MT 2000 4
One Hour SCBA, MSA 10
Spare Cylinders - 1 Hour 10
Hose
1 3/4" 1,400 Feet
Thermal-Coupling Meter 1
CO-2 Application Kit 1
Gas Monitor 2
Air Slice Cutting Tool 1
Confined Space Rescue Kit 1
High Angle Rope Rescue Kit I
Equipment Vehicle 1
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ST. HELENS FIRE DEPARTMENT
270 COLUMBIA BLVD.
ST. HELENS, OR 97051
- TELEPHONE -
Emergency:
Business:
(503) 397-1521
(503) 397-2990
FAX (503) 397-3198
RIVER MILE 85
RADIO FREQUENCIES
SEE TAB 4
Item:
EQUIPMENT -
Cascade with Compressor (Stationary) High Pressure
Foam 3% - 6% AFFF (5 Gallon Container)
Radio, Marine - Motorola MT 2000
One Hour SCBA, SURVIVAIR
Spare Cylinders - 1 Hour
Portable Pump
Quantity:
50 Gallons
3
8
6
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VANCOUVER FIRE DEPARTMENT
7110 N.E. 63rd Street
VANCOUVER, WA 98661
- TELEPHONE -
Emergency:
Business:
(360) 696-4461
(360) 892-4323
FAX (360) 892-4801
[RIVER MILE 105
- RADIO FREQUENCIES -
SEE TAB 4
- EQUIPMENT -
Item: Quantity:
Cascade with Compressor (Stationary) High Pressure 1
Foam, 3% - 6% AFFF (5 Gallon Container) 250 Gallons
Generator, Portable Electric 1
Radio, Marine - Motorola MT 2000 4
Spare Cylinders - 1 Hour 4
Spare Cylinders - 30 Minute 8
Hose
1 3/4" 800 Feet
2 1/2" 600 Feet
Smoke Ejectors, Gas Powered 2
Confined Space Rescue Kit 1
High Angle Rope Rescue Kit 1
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U.S. COAST GUARD (COLUMBIA RIVER)
6767 N. BASIN
PORTLAND, OR 97217
- TELEPHONE -
Business and Emergency:
24 Hour Number
(503) 240-9300
FAX (503) 240-9302
RIVER MILE 105
- RADIO FREQUENCIES -
SEE TAB 4
- EQUIPMENT -
Item: Quantity:
Radio, Marine - Motorola MT 2000 3
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MERCHANTS EXCHANGE
200 S.W. MARKET, SUITE 190
PORTLAND, OR 97201
-TELEPHONE -
Business and Emergency:
24 Hour Number
(503) 228-4361 FAX (503) 295-3660
(503) 220-2055 (EMERGENCY)
NOTE: At night, contact by telephone or on hailing
frequency CH 16 (A-l 1) (will be instructed to switch to
CH A-12 to communicate).
RIVER MILE 105
- RADIO FREQUENCIES -
SEE TAB 4
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EQUIPMENT LISTING
* DENOTES SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT
AGENCY QUANTITY
Cascade Trailer, High Pressure
The Mallory Company
Longview Fire Department
Cascade Van with Compressor, High Pressure
HYDRAULIC & AIR EQUIPMENT
Portland Fire Bureau
Cascade Bus, High Pressure
HYDRAULIC & AIR EQUIPMENT
Cowlitz #2 Fire and Rescue
Cascade with Compressor (Stationary), High Pressure
HYDRAULIC & AIR EQUIPMENT
L. N. CURTIS
Astoria Fire Department
Clatskanie Fire Department
St. Helens Fire Department
Vancouver Fire Department
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* CO-2 Application Equipment
LIQUID CARBONIC
Portland Fire Bureau 1 Kit
Longview Fire Department 1 Kit
Confined Space Rescue Kits
ALLIED SAFETY
Clark County Fire Dist. #6
Cowlitz #2 Fire & Rescue
Cowlitz County Fire Dist. #5
Portland Fire Bureau
Vancouver Fire Department
Foam, 3% - 6% AFFF (5 Gallon Containers)
BUCHANAN FIRE CONTROL
Astoria Fire Department
250 Gallons
Clark County Fire District
50 Gallons
Clatskanie Fire Department
50 Gallons
Cowlitz #2 Fire and Rescue
50 Gallons
Cowlitz County Fire District #5
50 Gallons
Longview Fire Department
250 Gallons
Portland Fire Bureau
250 Gallons
St. Helens Fire Department
50 Gallons
Vancouver Fire Department
250 Gallons
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* Gas Monitors
ALLIED SAFETY
Clark County Fire Dist. #6 1
Cowlitz County Fire Dist. #5 1
Longvicw Fire Department 1
Portland Fire Bureau 2
Generator, Portable Electric
KEM EQUIPMENT
Astoria Fire Department 1
Longview Fire Department 1
Portland Fire Bureau 6
Vancouver Fire Department 1
HONDA
Portland Fire Bureau 1
* Heat Testing Equipment / Thermal-Coupling Meters
RADAR ELECTRIC CO.
Longview Fire Department 1
Portland Fire Bureau 1
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Hose
VVAJAX PACIFIC
THE MALLORY COMPANY
OREGON FIRE EQUIPMENT
L.N. CURTIS
1-3/4"- 50* Lengths
Astoria Fire Department
Cowlitz County Fire Dist. #5
Longview Fire Department
Portland Fire Bureau
Vancouver Fire Department
2-1/2" - 50 ft. Lengths
Vancouver Fire Department
3" - 50 ft. Lengths
Astoria Fire Department
3-1/2" - 50 ft. Lengths
Longview Fire Department
5" Lengths
Astoria Fire Department
(25 ft. lengths; 50 ft. lengths; 100 ft. lengths)
Cowlitz #2 Fire and Rescue
(50 ft. lengths; 100 ft. lengths)
PAGERS
JENSEN COMMUNICATIONS
Astoria Fire Department 4
800 Feet
300 Feet
800 Feet
1,400 Feet
800 Feet
600 Feet
600 Feet
600 Feet
1,000 Feet
1,900 Feet
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Portable Pumps
OREGON FIRE EQUIPMENT
Astoria Fire Department
St. Helens Fire Department
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RADIO - Marine
MOTOROLA PORTABLE RADIO
Astoria Fire Department
4
Clark County Fire District #6
4
Clatskanie Fire Department
2
Coast Guard (Columbia River)
3
Cowlitz #2 Fire and Rescue
4
Cowlitz County Fire District #5
2
Longview Fire Department
4
Portland Fire Bureau
4
St. Helens Fire Department
3
Vancouver Fire Department
4
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High Angle Rope Rescue Kits
RESCUE NORTHWEST
L.N. CURTIS
Astoria Fire Department
Clark County Fire Dist. #6
Cowlitz Co. Fire Dist. #5
Portland Fire Bureau
Vancouver Fire Department
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One Hour Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
Astoria Fire Department - SURVIVAIR
Complete SCBA
Spare Cylinders - 30 Minute
- Oregon Fire Equip. / L.N. Curtis
4
4
Clar'c County Fire District #6-1 MSA - Oregon Fire Equip./L.N. Curtis
Complete SCBA 3
Spare Cylinders - 1 Hour 3
SCOTT
Clatskanie Fire Department -
Complete SCBA
Spare Cylinders - 30 Minute
- Oregon Fire Equipment
4
4
Cowlitz #2 Fire and Rescue - ISI
Spare Cylinders - I Hour
- Allied Safety
Cowlitz County Fire District #5 - SURVIVAIR - Oregon Fire Equip./L.N. Curtis
Complete SCBA
Spare Cylinders - 1 Hour
8
9
Longview Fire Department - MSAl - Oregon Fire Equip./Western States / Wajax
Complete SCBA 11
Spare Cylinders - 1 Hour 10
Spare Cylinders - 30 Minutes 12
Portland Fire Bureau - IMS A] - Oregon Fire Equip/Western States/Wajax
Complete SCBA 13
Spare Cylinders - 1 Hour 14
Spare Cylinders - 30 Minutes
St. Helens Fire Department - SURVIVAIR - Oregon Fire Equip./L.N. Curtis
Complete SCBA 8
Spare Cylinders - 1 Hour 6
Vancouver Fire Department - MSA - Oregon Fire Equip./Western States/Wajax
Complete SCBA
Spare Cylinders - 1 Hour
Spare Cylinders - 30 Minutes
6
4
8
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SLICE CUTTING TOOL
LANDEEN WELDING
Longview Fire
Portland Fire
Smoke Ejectors
OREGON FIRE EQUIPMENT
WESTERN STATES FIRE EQUIPMENT
Cowlitz County Fire Dist. #5 2
Longview Fire Department 2
Vancouver Fire Department 2
Warning Devices - PAL
L.N. CURTIS
Cowlitz County Fire Dist. #5
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VENDOR DIRECTORY FOR MFSA EQUIPMENT
BUCHANAN FIRE CONTROL
(Formerly FIRE CONTROL N.W.)
1026 231st Place, N.E.
Redmond, WA 98053
(206) 868-4224
Contact: Ray Buchanan
CARBON DIOXIDE, INC.
3357 S.E. 21st
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 232-6646 / 24 hour
(503) 232-7198 /FAX
Contact: Caroline Gaudry
FLUID CONNECTOR PRODUCTS
3342 N.W. 26th
Portland, OR 97210
(503)228-0190
(503) 228-5331 / FAX
Contact: Mike Sims
GENERAL ELECTRIC MOBILE RADIO
6600 S.W. 92nd, #37
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 598-0290
(503) 526-7019/FAX
Contact: Larry Chisholm (503) 526-7017
HALPRIN SUPPLY COMPANY
3804 S. Broadway Place
Los Angeles, CA 90037
(213) 232-3131
(213) 231-3224 /FAX
Contact: Order Desk
HYDRAULIC & AIR
EQUIPMENT
(PACIFIC FLUID SYSTEMS)
1925 N.W. Quimby Street
Portland, OR 97209
(503)222-3295
(503) 228-6036 / FAX
Contact: Stephanie Holmes
KEM EQUIPMENT, INC.
5950 6th Avenue, S.
Seattle, WA 98108
(206)762-7515
(206) 762-7602 / FAX
Contact: Garry Cummins
L.N. CURTIS & SONS
629 Industrial Way
Seattle, WA 98108
(206)622-2875
(206) 622-2723 / FAX
Contact: Donald Miller
LA GRAND INDUSTRIAL
SUPPLY
P.O. Box 1959
Portland, OR 97207
(503) 224-5800
(503) 224-0639 / FAX
LANDEEN WELDING
815 S.E. Oak
Portland, OR 97214
(503)234-0854
(503) 234-0857 / FAX
Contact: Glen Bickley
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VENDOR DIRECTORY FOR MFSA EQUIPMENT (CONT'D)
LIQUID CARBONIC
226 Airport Pkwy. #250
San Jose, CA 95114
(408)437-1470
(408) 437-3173 /FAX
RADAR ELECTRIC CO.
168 Western Avenue West
Seattle, WA 98119
(206)282-2511
(206) 282-1598/FAX
Contact: Terry Rockney
THE MALLORY COMPANY
1814 Baker Way
Kelso, WA 98626
(360) 636-5750
(360) 577-4244 / FAX
Contact: Mike Hammerschmith
SAFETY & SUPPLY CO.
595 N. Columbia Blvd.
Portland, OR 97217
(503)283-9500
(503) 784-40987 / 24 Hour
(503) 283-1382/FAX
Contact: John Cox
MOTOROLA COMMUNICATIONS
4900 S.W. Meadows Rd., #220
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 697-8000
(503) 697-1620/FAX
Contact: Cynthia Ivey
SAHLBERG SAFETY
13691 N.E. Whitaker Way
Portland, OR 97230
(503) 255-7767
(503) 254-8545 / FAX
OREGON FIRE EQUIPMENT
P.O. Box 339
Boring, OR 97009
(503)663-6271
(503)663-0571 / FAX
Contact: Clay Thompson
SANDERSON SAFETY SUPPLY
1101 S.E. 3rd Avenue
Portland, OR 97214
(503)238-5700
(503) 238-6443 / FAX
Contact: Steven Spahr
PACIFIC SAFETY
1845 Anunsen St., N.E.
Salem, OR 97303
(503)364-5641
(503) 364-0340 / FAX
TPRINDUSTRIAL
2023 S.E. 6th Avenue
Portland, OR 97214
(503)233-8091
(503) 233-7353 /FAX
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VENDOR DIRECTORY FOR MFSA EQUIPMENT (CONT'D)
YVAJAX PACIFIC FIRE EQUIPMENT
19308 68th Avenue
Kent, WA 98032
(206) 395-4444
(800) 426-5207 / toll free
(206) 295-6078 / FAX
Contact: Sales Department
WESTERN STATES
P.O. Box 646
Cornelius, OR 97113
(503)357-2163
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ASTORIA FIRE BOAT HARRY STIENBACH - APP. #2591
TAB 3
Specifications.
Fuel Capacity
Pump Capacity
Length
Beam
Draft
Gross Tonnage
Speed
Engines
Maximum RPM
Cruising RPM
Propulsion Pump
Fire Pump
Stopping Distance
Turning Radius
Hull
Year of Manufacture
Turrets
Water Outlets (gated)
Radios
Tools and Equipment
Hose
Nozzles
Appliances
Foam and Eductor
Breathing Apparatus
Dewatenng
Medical
500 gallons
6000 GPM @ 150 psi
9000 GPM @ 120 psi
43 feet
16 feet
2.5 feet under way, 2 feet at rest
32.5 tons, 22 net tons
25 knots
Twin, 12-71 GM, 450 hp each
2300 ipm
2150 rpm
Twin 20" Jacuzzi Jet, Model YJ-20
Three stage clutched off front of engines
60 feet from full speed
60 feet
Aluminum
1972
Two
4-3.5" located on stem and 2-2.5" on bow
Marine and VHF
2.5" and 1.5"
Turret; smooth bore and combination
2.5" and 1.5" adjustable fog
Miscellaneous adapters and fittings
95 GPM and 20 gallons of AFFF
4-Survivair SCBA
5" hose on main propulsion
Portable pump
250 GPM dewatenng syphon
Stokes basket and backboard
Portable oxygen
Trauma bag
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TAB 3
LONGVIEW FIRE BOAT
Specifications:
Fuel Capacity
Pump Capacity
Length
Beam
Draft
Gross Tonnage
Hull
Year of Manufacture
Turrents
Water outlets
Radios
Pump
Engine
150 gallons of gasoline
1500 GPM @ 150 psi
23'
8'
3'
6500#
Fiberglass
1980 by Dorsett
1 - 2 1/2" monitor
4 - 1 1/2" discharges
VHS, Fire
Jacuzzi, propulsion and fire fighting
Manufacturer: Olds Berkley
Size: 455 cubic inch gasoline
6"
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ST. HELENS FIRE BOAT - DAGMAR - APP. #FB 471
TAB 3
Specifications:
Fuel Capacity
150 gallons
Pump Capacity
1000 gpm - 10 gallons
Length
26.5'
Beam
9'
Draft
3"
Gross Tonnage
5 tons
Speed
15 knots
Hull
Aluminum, Monarch
Year of Manufacture
1980
Turrets
1
Radios
VHS, CB, Fire
Pump:
Jacuzzi (both for driving boat and for discharge ports)
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PORTLAND FIRE BOAT CAMPBELL - APP. #52
TAB 3
SPECIFICATIONS
Fuel Capacity
Pump Capacity
Foam
Length
Beam
Draft
Gross tonnage
Speed
Hull
Year of manufacture
Year of rebuild
Aerial
Turrets
3 1/2" connections
Radios
Hose
3"
2 1/2"
1 1/2"
5"
2500 Gallons
12000-14000 gpm
240 gallons in tank, and 12 -- 5 gallon buckets
87.5'
20.6'
6.5'
80 tons
12-14 Kjiots per hour
Steel
1928
1975
35' above the water
3
11
VHS and Police
600'
700'
900'
100'
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PORTLAND FIREBOAT VERNON R. BUSS
TAB 3
Built by Rozema Boat Works - Mount Vemon, WA
Aluminum Hull - 42' long - 15.5' beam - 4 8' draft - 17 tons gross
Powered by two Detroit diesel 6V92TA Turbocharged Engines, Rated 550 hp each
Twin Propeller-Driven Through Twin Disc 5111A Down-Angle Gears
Firefighting Capability of 4900 GPM from two 2050 GPM Aurora firepumps
Water delivery through a 3500 GPM Stang monitor and a 1000 GPM Akron monitor
50 gallon AFFF foam tank capacity with 500 GPM Eductor nozzle
400 gallon fuel tank capacity
Speed: 29 knots
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PORTLAND FIRE BOAT WILLIAMS - APP #50
TAB 3
SPECIFICATIONS:
Fuel Capacity
Range
Pump Capacity
Foam
Length
Beam
Draft
Speed
Year of manufacture
Hull
Turrets
Radios
2 1/2" connections
Hose
3"
2 1/2"
1 1/2"
1 3/4"
5"
150 gallons
150 miles
3800 gallons
6—5 gallon buckets
40'
12'
3'
30 - 33 mph
1984
Aluminum
1 -1000 gpm, 1 -500 gpm
VHF and Police
6
150'
150'
150'
200'
100'
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FIRE BOAT FUELING DOWNRIVER
TAB 3
In the event a Fire Boat is on an MFSA incident and is unable to fuel at its normal fueling facilities, use the
following guidelines:
* Foss Maritime Corporation, McCall Oil Company and Wilcox Fiegel Oil Company will
provide fueling services.
ASTORIA:
FOSS MARITIME CORPORATION: 1 -800-882-4143
Hours of availability:
Contact persons:
(MAKE ALL REQUESTS FOR FUELING
THROUGH THEIR DISPATCH OFFICE)
24 Hours
Bill Burnett
Burk Cunnings
Rene Harris
Billing:
Will bill the City for service
McCALL OIL COMPANY:
(DOCKSIDE ONLY)
Hours of availability:
Fueling location:
Billing:
LONGVIEW:
WILCOX FIEGEL OIL COMPANY:
(DOCKSIDE ONLY)
Hours of availability
Fueling location-
Billing
(503) 325-6641
8 00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M
Astoria, West side of Pier #2, at the 100' mark
Will bill the City for service.
(360) 423-3300 (24 HOURS)
24 hours on call
The Port of Longview Berth
Will bill the City for service.
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FIRE BOAT FUELING DOWNRIVER (cont'd)
RAINIER:
TAB 3
FOSS MARITIME CORPORATION:
Hours of availability:
Contact persons:
Billing:
1-800-882-4143
(MAKE ALL REQUESTS FOR FUELING
THROUGH THEIR DISPATCH OFFICE)
1 hour call-back
Bill Burnett
Burk Cunnings
Rene Harris
Will bill the City for service
PORTLAND:
FOSS MARITIME CORPORATION: (503) 286-0631
Hours of availability:
Contact persons:
Billing:
(MAKE ALL REQUESTS FOR FUELING
THROUGH THEER DISPATCH OFFICE)
24 hours
Bill Burnett
Burk Cunnings
Rene Hams
Will bill the City for service
McCALL OIL COMPANY
(DOCKSIDE ONLY)
Hours of availability'
Billing'
(503) 221-5755
24 hours
Will bill the City for service
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TAB 4
TAB 4: PAGE
RADIO FREQUENCIES 1-2
• NOTE: THE USE OF TACTICAL CHANNELS WILL NOT IMPACT THE
RADIO SYSTEM, SO IT IS APPROPRIATE TO USE FOR SPECIAL TASK FORCE.
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TAB 4
CHANNEL NAME
RADIO FREQUENCIES
MOTOROLA MT 2000 RADIOS ONLY
TRANSMIT RECEIVE TX. ONE/RX.TONE
4
5
6
INDIVIDUAL
BUREAUS
10
STANDARD CHANNELS:
CHANNEL NAME
TRANSMIT
RECEIVE TONE
USE
11
12
13
14
15
16
MEX16
MEX 11
MEX 13
MEX 14
MEX 18A
MEX 80
156 800
156.550
156.650
156 700
156.900
157.025
156.800
156.550
156.650
156.700
156.900
157 025
CSQ
CSQ
CSQ
CSQ
CSQ
CSQ
SAFETY
COMMERCIAL
BRIDGE-BRIDGE
PORT OPERATIONS
COMMERCIAL
COMMERCIAL
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3
HANNEL NAME
9
10
OILSPL
SPLCMD
SPTACI
SPTAC2
SPTAC3
SPTAC4
CG 16
CG 22A
PFIRE 1
PFIRE2
TRANSMIT
157.075
158.445
154.585
154.585
154.585
154.585
156.800
157.100
154.010
154.250
IX
CSQ
100
100
RECEIVE TONE
157.075
150.980
159.480
127.3 159 480
141.3 159 480
151.4 159.480
156.800
157.100
173.8 154 010
173.8 154.250
RX
CSQ
CSQ
100
100
100
100
CSQ
CSQ
CSQ
USE
MARINE OIL SPILL
SPILL COMMAND
HAND TO HAND
MARKET ST./TAC
GREEN MT/TAC
NICOLAI MT.ATAC
MEGLER MT.ATAC
USCG 16
USCG 22A
11
12
13
14
15
*
PFIRE 3
PFIRE 4
PFIRE 5
COW2-5
COWYEL
COWRED
154.145
154.175
154.355
154.235
154.115
154.370
173.8
173.8
173.8
154.145
154.175
154.355
154.235
154.115
154.370
5A
5A
5A
DISPATCH FIRE
DIST. 2 TAC
EMERGENCY MEDICAL
c
CHANNEL NAME
TRANSMIT
RECEIVE TONE
USE
TX
RX
1
LV-GRN
154.415
154.415
5A
TAC
2
KALAMA
153.920
153.920
CSQ
COWLITZ 5 TAC
3
CLARK6
154.070
154.070
3A(Tx. Only)
DISPATCH
4
CLARK8
154.370
154.370
3A(Tx. Only)
FIRE
5
VANC9
154.310
154.310
3A
FIRE
6
VANC10
153.950
153.950
3A
FIRE
7
SHFDF1
154.400
154.400
107.2
TAC
8
SHFDF2
154 130
154.130
CSQ
DISPATCH
9
AST-F1
158.955
158 955
CSQ
DISPATCH
10
AST-F2
154 325
154 325
CSQ
TAC
11
AST-F3
154 385
154.385
127.3
TAC
12
CLTTAC
154.295
107.2 154.295
P.L.
107.2
TAC
13
COLTNTY-F
154 130
154 130
P L
107.2
14
SMITH
159 480
159.480
CSQ
SMITH ENV
15
16
CRC
158 445
158.445
CSQ
CLEAN RIVERS (
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TAB 5: PAGE
AREA RESOURCE GUIDE 1 - 19
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AREA RESOURCE GUIDE
ASBESTOS TESTING & ABATEMENT
ASBESTOS RESOURCES GROUP
Air Testing/Bulk Testing
4511 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd., #213
Portland, OR 97215
(503)232-0200/24 Hour
(503) 230-0259 / FAX
ECS/WAGONER ENVIRONMENTAL
SERVICES, INC.
7150 S.W. Fir Loop
Tigard, OR 97223
(503) 274-5827 / 24 hour pager
(503) 624-5827
(503) 624-5867 / FAX
ENVIRO-LOGIC, INC.
4018 N.E. 112th Ave., #D-2 & 3
Vancouver, WA 98682
(360)253-2991
No 24-hour number
(360) 253-3176/FAX
HAZCON
11675 S.W. 66th Avenue
Portland, OR 97225
(503)968-2112/24 hour
(503) 968-2213/ FAX
(800) 967-3705/FAX
I.A.M./ENVIRONMENT AL
204 S.E. Stonemill Drive, #270
Vancouver, WA 98604
(360) 256-7557
(360) 690-0405 / 24 hour pager
(360) 254-9797 /FAX
MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL
TESTING. INC.
4115 N. Mississippi Street
P.O. Box 5693
Portland, OR 97228
(503) 282-6920/24 hour
(503) 282-6929 / FAX
NORTHWEST ENVIROSCIENCE,
INC.
11830 S.W. Kerr Pkwy.,#310
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 245-6341
(503) 245-6095 / FAX
PBS ENVIRONMENTAL
1220 S.W. Morrison St., Suite 600
Portland, OR 97205
(503)248-1939
(503) 682-4415/24 hour
(503) 248-0223 / FAX
REA TECH MANAGEMENT
200 Hawthorn Avenue, S.E., #C-320
Salem, OR 97301
(503)370-7230
(503) 370-7151 / FAX
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BARGE TUG & TOWING SERVICE
BERNERT BARGE LINES
170 Harding Blvd.
Oregon City, OR 97045
(503) 656-8288
(503) 657-3922 / FAX
BRUSCO CORPORATION
P.O. Box 1576
Longview, WA 98632
(360) 636-3341 (answering mach. after hrs)
(360) 636-1521 / FAX
DIVINE MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL
6211 N. Ensign Street
Portland, OR 97217
(503)283-5285/ 24 hour
(503) 286-2871 / FAX
FOSS MARITIME CO.
9030 N.W. St. Helens Road
Portland, OR 97231
(503) 286-0631
(503) 289-7385 / FAX
JAMES RIVER/
WESTERN TRANSPORTATION CO.
P.O. Box 3869
Portland, OR 97210
(503) 294-8200
(503) 294-8257 / FAX
LARSON MARINE SERVICES, INC.
14452 N.W. Larson Road
Portland, OR 97231
(503) 286-0793
(503) 289-9620 / FAX
PACIFIC INLAND NAVIGATION
P.O. Box 4924
Portland, OR 97208
(503) 649-4650
No Fax
SAUSE BROS. OCEAN TOWING
3556 N.W. Front Avenue, #380
Portland, OR 97210
(503) 222-1811
(503) 222-2010/FAX
FOSS MARITIME CO. (SEATTLE)
660 W. Ewing
Seattle, WA 98119
(206) 281-3810 / Dispatch-24 Hour
(206) 281-3800/Office
(206) 281-4702 /FAX
SHAVER TRANSPORTATION CO.
P.O. Box 10324
Portland, OR 97210
(503)228-8850
(503) 274-7098 / FAX
TIDEWATER BARGE LINES
6 Beach Drive
Vancouver, WA 98661
(503) 289-4274 / 24 Hour Dispatch
(360) 693-1491
(360) 694-8981 / FAX
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BOATS, ENGINES & PARTS
CHIC'S OUTBOARD SERVICE
2043 S.E. 50th
Portland, OR 97217
(503)236-8970
(503) 236-7006/FAX
PACIFIC POWER BOAT
2900 N.E. Marine Drive
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 288-9350
(503) 288-3525 / FAX
Contact: John
COASTAL MARINE ENGINES
4300 11th Avenue, N.W.
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 784-3703
(206) 784-8823 / FAX
Contact: Mike Hudson
RICK'S MASTER MARINE
1411 S. Thistle
Seattle, WA 98108
(206)762-0741
(206) 763-8015/FAX
Contact: Rick
HAMILTON ENGINES
P.O. Box 13100
Portland, OR 97213
(503)288-6714
(503) 287-8289 / FAX
Contact: Scott Miller
ST. JOHN'S MARINE CENTER
6729 N. Richmond
Portland, OR 97203
(503)289-2339
(503) 283-1110/FAX
KEM EQUIPMENT
P.O. Box 546
Tualatin, OR 97062
(503)692-5012
(503) 692-1098 /FAX
Contact: Vic Collins
SPORTCRAFT MARINE OUTBOARD
REPAIR
1701 Clackamette Dr.
Oregon City, OR 97045
(503) 656-6485
L & J MARINE
2150 N.W. 29th
Portland, OR 97210
(503)248-0228
(503) 226-2220/FAX
Contact: Jav Johnston
STAFF JENNINGS
P.O. Box 82206
Portland, OR 97282
(503)244-7505
(503) 244-7500 / FAX
Contact: Al Anshen
LARSON'S
14444 N.W. Larson Rd.
Portland, OR 97213
(503) 286-1223
(503) 286-4422 / FAX
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CATERING SERVICES
AMERICAN RED CROSS
CLATSOP COUNTY
714 Exchange Street
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-4721
(503) 325-4695/FAX
AMERICAN RED CROSS
MULTNOMAH COUNTY
P.O. Box 3200
Portland, OR 97208-3200
(503)284-1234
(503) 284-2835/FAX
AMERICAN RED CROSS
COWLITZ COUNTY
1265 14th Avenue
Longview, WA 98632
(360)423-7880
NO FAX
AMERICAN RED CROSS
CLARK COUNTY
3114 East Fourth Plain Blvd.
Vancouver, WA 98661
(360) 693-5821
(360)693-1953
BARONESS CATERING
520 N.W. 12th Avenue
Portland, OR 97209
(503)223-9131
(503) 223-3841 / FAX
BREWED HOT COFFEE
802 N.E. Davis Street
Portland, OR 97232
(503)233-9991
(503) 233-2110/FAX
DALE'S CATERING
2420 S.E. Belmont
Portland, OR 97214
(503)234-9948
(503) 236-9346/FAX
ELEPHANT'S DELICATESSEN
13 N.W. 23rd Place
Portland, OR 97210
(503)224-3955
(503) 224-4097 / FAX
SANDWICH PARADISE
1136S.W. 3rd Avenue
Portland, OR 97204
(503) 227-1613
(503) 227-1614/FAX
TUBBY'S DELI
3330 N.W. Yeon
Portland, OR 97210
(503) 225-1300
(503) 225-1303 / FAX
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CO-2 - BULK
AIR LIQUID AMERICA
(Formerly Liquid Air Corporation)
10450 S.W. Tualatin Sherwood Rd.
Tualatin, OR 97062
(800)323-1970/ 24 Hour
(503) 692-0157/FAX
PACIFIC AIRGAS
1060 Industrial Way
Longview, WA 98632
(360 577-6548
(360) 477-6548 / FAX
8:00-5:00 p.m.Mon-Fri
9:00-2:00 p.m.Saturday
(CYLINDERS ONLY - NO TRUCKS)
LIQUID CARBONIC
12342 N.E. WhitakerWay
Portland, OR 97230
(503)255-1232/24 Hour
(503) 252-5799 / FAX
CO - HOSE & FITTINGS
LIQUID CARBONIC
12342 N.E. Whitaker Way
Portland, OR 97230
(503)255-1232 /24 Hour
(503) 252-5799 / FAX
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CRANES, FRONT END LOADERS AND
HEAVY EQUIPMENT LEASING & RENTAL
ALL RENTS
2525 Highway 101, North
Seaside, OR 97138
(503)738-7368
(503) 738-8077/FAX
IVY HI-LIFT
7626 N.E. Killingsworth
Portland, OR 97218
(503) 256-9800
(503) 255-7614/FAX
COAST GRAIN & EQUIPMENT
5601 N.E. Columbia Blvd.
Portland, OR 97218
(503)288-8100
(503) 288-9669 / FAX
NELSON COMPANIES
601 State St.
Sedro Woolley, WA 98284
(206)856-6511
(206) 856-6517/FAX
COLUMBIA EQUIPMENT, INC.
4123 N.E. Columbia Blvd.
Portland, OR 97211
(503)288-6981
(503) 282-9264 / 24 Hour Emergency
(503) 288-6986 / FAX
Open seven days per week
POWER RENTS (MAIN OFFICE)
14020 S.W. 72nd Avenue
Tigard, OR 97224
(503)620-1235
(800)334-1235 /24 Hour
(503) 620-2029 / FAX
ESC EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY CO.
4334 N.E. Columbia Blvd.
Portland, OR 97218
(503) 282-7000 / 24 Hour
(503) 282-8210/FAX
U.S. CRANE & HOIST, INC.
29375 S.W. Kinsman Rd.
Wilsonville, OR 97070
(503)682-5881
(503) 682-1459/FAX
HERTZ EQUIPMENT RENTAL
4939 N.E. Columbia Blvd.
Portland, OR 97218
(503)287-5789
(503) 669-9315 / 24 Hour Emergency
(503) 287-4326 / FAX
VALLEY RENTALS
1002 Tennant Way
Longview, WA 98632
(360)425-2350
(360)425-3417 /FAX
HIGH REACH, INC.
4200 N.W. Yeon Street
Portland, OR 97210
(503) 224-2000 / 24 Hour (on call service)
(503) 274-9041 / FAX
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DE-
L.N. CURTIS & SONS
629 S. Industrial Way
Seattle, WA 98108
(800) 426-6633
(206) 946-2057 / 24 Hour Emergency
(206) 622-2723 / FAX
NORTHWEST PUMP & EQUIPMENT
2800 N.W. 31st Avenue
Portland, OR 97210
(503) 227-7867 / 8:00-5:00 pm
(503) 243-1273 / 24 Hour Emergency
(503) 227-4006 / FAX
EQUIPMENT
PACO PACIFIC PUMPING CO.
2551 N.W. 30th Avenue
Portland, OR 97210
(503)224-6330/24 Hour
(503) 241-0399/FAX
WAJAX PACIFIC FIRE EQUIPMENT
19308 68th Avenue, S.
Kent, WA 98032
(800) 426-5207 / 24 Hour
(206) 395-6078 / FAX
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DIVERS & UNDERWATER
CONSTRUCTION SURVEYORS
ADVANCED AMER. DIVING SVC., INC.
415 S. McLoughlin Blvd.
Oregon City, OR 97045
(503) 650-8207 / 24 Hour
(503) 650-8230 / FAX
A VAK ENTERPRISES
P.O. Box 31069
Portland, OR 97231
(503) 735-0601 (8 am-5 pm)
(503) 323-3808 / 24 Hour pager
CROWLEY MARITIME CORP.
2501 S.E. Columbia Way, Suite 200
Vancouver, WA 98661
(360) 694-6772
(360) 340-2901 24 Hour
(360) 694-2893 / FAX
DIVINE MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL
6211 N. Ensign Street
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 283-5285 / 24 Hour
(503) 286-2871 / FAX
UNDERWATER SERVICES
P.O. Box 808
Oregon City, OR 97045
(503) 630-6703 / 24 Hour
UNITED MARINE DIVERS
3939 East Boone
Spokane, WA 99202
(800) 767-4331 /24 Hour
(509)534-6161 / FAX
WATERCOURSE WAY
P.O. Box 503
Astoria, OR 97103
(503)325-2101
(503) 325-2052 / 24 Hour
WESTERN WORLD RECOVERY
9200 N.E. Halsey Street
Portland, OR 97220
(503)253-1111 / 24 Hour
8 am-5 pm Mon-Fri
N.W. DIVING & MARINE SERVICES, INC.
(FORMERLY STREEDS SCUBA UNLTD.)
8450 S.E. 82nd Avenue
Portland, OR 97266
(503) 777-3347 10 am - 7 pm Mon-Fri
10 am - 6 pm Sat.
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FOAM
3-M CORPORATION
Building 223-6, S-04
St. Paul, MN 55144
(612) 733-1110/24 Hour
(612) 733-6791 / FAX
WAJAX PACIFIC FIRE EQUIPMENT
P.O. Box 88540
Seattle, WA98138
(800) 426-5207/24 Hour
(206) 395-6078 / FAX
DEVINE MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL
6211 N. Ensign Street
Portland, OR 97217
(503)283-5285 /24 Hour
(503)286-2871 / FAX
WILLIAMS FIRE & HAZARD
1519 Steinhart Avenue
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310)372-6301
(310) 379-2610/FAX
UNITED FIRE SERVICE, INC.
5648 221st Place, S.E.
Issaquah, WA 98027
(800) 548-2931
(206) 392-3243 / 24 Hour
(206) 392-8610/FAX
GENERAL CONTRACTORS
ARROW MECHANICAL
10330 S.W. Tualatin Rd.
Tualatin, OR 97062
(503)692-1565
(503) 691-1879/FAX
CLEARWATER CONSTRUCTION
19450 S.W. Cipolo Road
Tigard, OR 97062
(503)691-0104
(503) 691-6474/FAX
ATLAS
9380 S.W. Tigard Avenue
Tigard, OR 97223
(503)292-5002
(503) 297-3735 /FAX
KEN LEAHY CONSTRUCTION
915 S. 12th
Cornelius, OR 97113
(503) 357-2193
(503) 357-3649/FAX
C.M. EMEIS & CO
2519 N. Mississippi Avenue
Portland, OR 97227
(503)282-0931
(503) 282-8293 / FAX
MID-MOUNTAIN CONTRACTORS
1600 127th Avenue, N.E.
Bellevue, WA 98005
(206) 455-7600
(206) 637-9626 / FAX
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HEAT TESTING EQUIPMENT
BRANUM INSTRUMENT CO.
8435 N. Interstate Place
Portland, OR 97217
(503)283-2555
(503) 244-7900 / 24 Hour
(503) 283-2652 / FAX
RADAR ELECTRIC CO., INC.
704 S.E. Washington Street
Portland, OR 97214
(503)232-3404
(503) 653-8157 / 24 Hour Emergency
(503) 235-0428 / FAX
HELICOPTERS
TRANSWESTERN HELICOPTER
P.O. Box "R"
Scappoose, OR 97056
(503)226-4731 / 24 Hour
(503) 543-5296 / FAX
HILLSBORO HELICOPTERS, INC.
3565 N.E. Cornell
Hillsboro, OR 97124
(503)648-2731 / 24 Hour
(503) 648-1886/FAX
EVERGREEN AVIATION
3850 Three Mile Lane
McMinville, OR 97128
(503)472-9361 / 24 Hour
(503) 434-6484 / FAX
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LAUNCH SERVICES
AiNCHORAGE LAUNCH SERVICE CO.
P.O. Box 10126
Portland, OR 97210
(503) 297-4588 / 24 Hour
(503) 297-4751 / FAX
FOSS MARITIME CO.
9030 N.W. St. Helens Road
Portland, OR 97231
(503)286-0631
(503)285-0511 /24 Hour
(503) 289-7385 / FAX
SHAVER TRANSPORTATION CO.
4900 N.W. Front Avenue
P.O. Box 10324
Portland, OR 97210
(503)228-8850
(503) 228-8847 / 24 Hour
(503) 274-7098 / FAX
SHIP TO SHORE WATER TAXI
4875 N.W. Kahneeta Court
Portland, OR 97229
(503) 220-2062 / 24 Hour
TIDEWATER BARGE LINES
6 Beach Drive, S.E.
Vancouver, WA 98661
(360) 693-1491 (Vancouver #)
(503)281-0081 (Portland #)
(503) 289-4274 / 24 Hour
(360) 694-8981 / FAX
WILLAMETTE RIVER SERVICES
P.O. Box 82607
Portland, OR 97282
(503) 244-2534
MARINE ARCHITECTS
EMERSON, PARKER C. & ASSOC.
17935 Cardinal Drive
Lake Oswego, OR 97034
(503)638-7286
(503) 638-7286 / FAX (auto switch)
McKERNAN, J. CAMERON
1208 S.E. 7th
Portland, OR 97214
(503)232-7211
(503) 232-7658 /FAX
HUDSON, DONALD R., NAVAL
ARCHITECTS, INC.
Swan Island, Bldg. 4
Portland, OR 97217
(503)285-7107
(503) 285-1146/FAX
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MARINE CHEMIST
MARINE & ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING, INC.
4115 N. Mississippi Avenue
P.O. Box 5693
Portland, OR 97228-5693
(503) 282-6920 / 24 Hour
(503) 282-6929 / FAX
OIL SPILL / POLLUTION CONTROL
CLEAN RIVERS COOPERATIVE, INC. FRED DEVINE DIVING &
200 S.W. Market, #190 SALVAGE CO.
Portland, OR 97201 6211 N. Ensign Street
(503) 220-2040 / 24 Hour Portland, OR 97217
(503) 295-3660 / FAX (503) 283-5285 / 24 Hour
(503)286-2871 / FAX
COWLITZ CLEAN SWEEP
340 Oregon Way, Suite C
Longview, WA 98632
(360) 423-6316
(360) 423-3409 / FAX
FOSS ENVIRONMENTAL
5420 N. Lagoon
Swan Island
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 283-1150
(503) 289-6568 / FAX
FOSS MARITIME COMPANY
660 W. Ewing Street
Seattle, WA 98119
(206) 281-3800
(206) 281-4702/ FAX
PACIFIC COAST EQUIPMENT
P.O. Box 1899
Portland, OR 97207
(503)283-3357
(800) 832-7367 / 24 Hour
(503) 286-8271 / FAX
SMITH/RIEDEL
ENVIRONMENTAL
4611 N. Channel
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 286-4656
(800) 334-0004 / 24 Hour
(503) 283-2602 / FAX
TIDEWATER NVIRONMENTAL
SERVICES
6305 N.W. Lower River Road
Vancouver, WA 98660
(503) 284-2850 / Portland
(360) 695-8088 / Washington
(360) 695-3731 / FAX
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PILOTAGE
COLUMBIA RIVER BAR PILOTS ASSN.
P.O. Box 87
Foot of 14th Street
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-2643 / Administration
(503) 325-2641 / Dispatch - 24 Hour
LEWIS & CLARK PILOT ASSN.
21735 N.E. 227th Avenue
Battle Ground, WA 98604
(360) 673-2277/24 Hour
(360)687-6321 /'FAX
COLUMBIA RIVER PILOTS
13225 N. Lombard Street
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 289-9925 / Administration
(503) 289-9922 / Dispatch 8 am-5 pm
(503) 289-9955 / FAX
PIPE FITTERS
ESCO CORPORATION
2475 N.W. Vaughn
Portland, OR 97207
(503) 226-7341
(503) 778-6618/FAX
IRC STAINLESS & ALUMINUM, INC.
2130 N.W. York
Portland, OR 97210
(503)228-7110
INDUSTRIAL GASKET
9325 S.W. Ridder Road, #410
Wilsonville, OR 97070
(503)682-3057
(503) 685-9043 / FAX
NORTHWEST METAL FAB & PIPE
18805 S.W. 108th Avenue
Tualatin, OR 97062
(503) 692-0995
(503) 692-0218/FAX
INDUSTRIAL VALVE OF OREGON
3615 N.W. St. Helens Road
Portland, OR 97210
(503)223-2202
(503) 223-2408 / FAX
PACWEST METALS, INC.
2108 N.W. York
Portland, OR 97210
(503)274-4311
FAX: Same Number
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PORTABLE LIGHTING
POWER RENTS, INC.
14020 S.W. 72nd Avenue
Tigard, OR 97224
(503)620-1235
(800) 334-1235 / 24 Hour Dispatch
(503) 620-2029 / FAX
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
CASCADE FIRE SAFETY
1100 W. 8th Street
Vancouver, WA 98666
(360) 695-9212
(360) 695-3286 / FAX
GRINNELL FIRE PROTECTION SYS.
2870 N.W. 29th
Portland, OR 97210
(503)223-1525
(503) 223-0240 / FAX
SAFETY & SUPPLY CO.
595 N. Columbia Blvd.
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 283-9500
(503) 283-1382/FAX
SAHLBERG CONSTRUCTION EQUIP. &
SUPPLIES
13691 N.E. Whitaker Way
Portland, OR 97230
(503) 255-7767
(503) 254-8545 / FAX
S-RAY INC.
7500 Perimeter Rd., South
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 763-1919
(206) 767-5994 / FAX
MEDICAL TRAINING SERVICES
5701 N.E. 282nd Avenue
Camas, WA 98607
(360)834-6405
THE MALLORY COMPANY
S.E. Columbia Way, #210
Vancouver, WA 98661
(503)289-9173 (Portland #)
(360) 690-8202 / FAX
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SHIPBOARD FIREFIGHTING CONTRACTORS
3-M CORPORATION
Building 223-6, S-04
St. Paul, MN 55144
(612) 733-1110/24 Hour
(612) 733-6791 / FAX
DEVINE MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL
6211 N. Ensign Street
Portland, OR 97217
(503)283-5285 /24 Hour
(503)286-2871 / FAX
WILLIAMS FIRE & HAZARD
1519 Steinhart Avenue
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310)372-6301
(310) 379-2610/FAX
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COWLITZ CLEAN SWEEP
340 Oregon Way
Longview, WA 98632
(360) 423-6316
(360) 423-3409 FAX
SANITATION
SANITATION
GOTTA-GO PORTABLE TOILET
SERVICE
Longview, WA 98632
(360) 577-0109
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STORAGE & TANKS
BAKER TANKS
6100 238th S.E. Street
Woodinville, WA 98072
(206) 487-6503
(206) 483-6886 / FAX
NORTHWEST TANK SERVICE
1700 Airport Way, S.
Seattle, WA 98134
(206)622-1090
(206) 467-7358 /FAX
CONTAINMENT & RECOVERY
SYSTEMS
1871 Lake Place
Ontario, CA 91761
(909) 930-0015
(903) 930-0304 / FAX
NEW PIG CORPORATION
One Pork Avenue
Tipton, PA 16684
(800) 468-4647
(800) 621-7447/FAX
SEI INDUSTRIES, LTD.
7400 Wilson Avenue
Delta, B.C. Canada V4G1E5
(604)946-3131
(604) 940-9566 / FAX
TIDEWATER ENVIRONMENTAL
6305 N.W. Lower River Road
Vancouver, WA 98660
(503) 284-2850 (Portland #)
(360) 695-8088 (Washington #)
(360) 695-3731 / FAX
UNITECH OF ALASKA
"12350 N.E. Marx, Bldg. #2
Portland, OR 97230
(503) 254-1274
(503) 254-1560/FAX
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TRUCK RENTAL AND LEASING
BUDGET RENT A TRUCK
2323 N.E. Columbia Blvd.
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 249-6500
(503) 281-4870/FAX
HERTZ TRUCK RENTAL
1325 N.W. 14th Avenue
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 226-9171
(800)222-0277
(503) 228-2938 / FAX
IDEALEASE, INC.
13101 N.E. Whitaker Way
Portland, OR 97230
(503) 255-1684
(503) 256-2439 / FAX
ROLLINS TRUCK RENTAL LEASING
1 N.E. Columbia Blvd.
Portland, OR 97211
(503)283-2586
(800) 441-9970
(503) 283-1141 / FAX
RYDER TRUCK RENTAL
(Commercial sizes available)
310 N. Columbia Blvd.
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 283-1121
(503) 285-3806 / FAX
THRIFTY TRUCK RENTAL
10800 N.E. Holman
Portland, OR 97220
(503)254-6563
(503) 254-5771 / FAX
VIKING FREIGHT SYSTEMS, INC.
1090 N.E. 13th
Portland, OR 97220
(503)285-5810
(503) 285-9106/FAX
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TAB 6: PAGE
MFSA FIRE CHIEFS/
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES 1
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SHIP EMERGENCY CONTACT LIST
MFSA FIRE CHIEFS AND/OR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES
Lane Wintermute (503) 325-4237
Astoria Fire Department (503) 325-2346/FAX
555 30th Street (503) 325-4411 / COM CENTER
Astoria, OR 97301
Brad Lothspeich
Clark County Fire Dist. #6
8800 N.E. Hazel Dell Avenue
Vancouver, WA 98665
(360)576-1195
(360) 576-1198/FAX
(360) 992-9200/ DISPATCH
William Mellinger
Clatskanie Fire Department
P.O. Box 807
Clatskanie, OR 97016
Joe Valenzuela
Cowlitz #2 Fire and Rescue
701 Vine Street
Kelso, WA 98626
David Bourdage
Cowlitz Co. Fire Dist. #5
P.O. Box 322
Kalama, WA 98625
Rudy Weyland
Longview Fire Department
740 Commerce Street
Longview, WA 98632
Greg Sprando, Authorized Rep.
Portland Fire Bureau
4515 N. Maryland Avenue
Portland, OR 97217
George Dunkle
St. Helens Fire Department
270 Columbia Blvd.
St. Helens, OR 97051
Dan Fraijo
Vancouver Fire Department
7110 N.E. 63rd Street
Vancouver, WA 98661
(503)728-2025
(503) 728-4388/FAX
(503) 397-4596 / COM CENTER
(360)577-3056
(360) 425-3747/FAX
(360) 577-3098 / COM CENTER
(360) 673-4655 or (206) 673-4404
(360) 673-3389/FAX
(360) 577-3098 / COM CENTER
(360)577-3340
(360) 577-3338/FAX
(360) 577-3098 / COM CENTER
(503) 823-3917
(503) 823-4253/FAX
(503) 823-1913 / COM CENTER
(503)397-2990
(503) 397-3198/F AX
(503) 397-1521/ COM CENTER
(360)892-4323
(360) 892-4801 TAX
(360) 737-1911/COM CENTER
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ANNEX C
SPECIFIC IN FORMA TION FOR EA CH POR T
(CONTACTS & RESOURCES)
Contents:
Page:
1.
Portland, OR
C-l
2.
Vancouver, WA
C-6
3.
Saint Helens, OR
C-9
4.
Kalama, WA
C-l 1
5.
Longview, WA
C-12
6.
Clatskanie, OR
C-14
7.
Astoria, OR
C-l 5
8.
Newport, OR
C-l 6
9.
Coos Bay & North Bend, OR
C-17
10.
Grays Harbor, WA
C-l 9
11.
Hood River, The Dalles, & Umatilla, OR
C-21
12.
Kennewick, Richland, & Pasco, WA
C-23
13.
Lewiston, ID & Clarkston, WA
C-25
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PORTLAND CONTACTS
• Port Authority: (503) 231-5000
• USCG COTP Portland:
» Portland Fire Bureau:
(503) 240-9300
Emergency - (503) 823-1913
Business - (503) 823-3700
FAX-(503) 823-3710
PORTLAND RESOURCES
Portland Fire Bureau
Item Quantity
Cascade Van with Compressor-High Pressure 1
Foam 3%-6% AFFF (5 Gallon Container) 250 Gallons
Generator, Portable Electric 7
Radio, Marine - Motorola MT 2000 4
Radio, Marine - General Electnc 1
One Hour SCBA, MSA 10
Spare Cylinders - 1 Hour 10
Hose 1 yA" 1,400 Feet
Thermal-Coupling Meter
CO-2 Application Kit
Gas Monitor
Air Slice Cutting Tool
Confined Space Rescue Kit
High Angle Rope Rescue Kit
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Portland Fire Boat (#1): CAMPBELL, APP #52
SPECIFICATIONS:
Fuel Capacity
Pump Capacity
Foam
Length
Beam
Draft
Gross tonnage
Speed
Hull
Year of manufacture
Year of rebuild
Aerial
Turrets
3 Vi" connections
Radios
Hose
3"
2 vr
1
5"
2500 Gallons
12,000-14,000 gpm
240 gallons in tank and 12-5 gallon buckets
87.5'
20.6'
6.5'
80 tons
12-14 Knots per hour
Steel
1928
1975
35' above the water
3
11
VHS and Police
600'
700'
900'
100'
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Portland Fire Boat (#2): WILLIAMS, APP #5Q-
SPECIFICATIONS:
Fuel Capacity
150 gallons
Range
150 miles
Pump Capacity
3800 gallons
Foam
6—5 gallon buckets
Length
40'
Beam
12'
Draft
3'
Speed
30 - 33 mph
Year of manufacture
1984
Hull
Aluminum
Turrets
1 — lOOOgpm. 1—500 gpm
Radios
VHF and Police
2 Vi" connections
6
Hose
3"
150'
2 '/$"
150'
1 '/:"
150'
i y."
200'
5"
100'
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Portland Fire Boat (#3): VERNON R. BUSS
SPECIFICATIONS
Length
Beam
Draft
Fuel Capacity
Range
Speed
Horse power
Year of manufacture
Hull
Fire pump capacity
Turrets
Foam
Radios
2 Vi" connections
Hose
3"
2 Vi"
1 V/'
5"
42'
15.5'
4.8'
400 gallons
?
29 mph
1100 hp (two Detriot Diesel 6V92TA turbocharged engines)
1997
Aluminum
4900 GPM (from two 2050 GPM Aurora firepumps)
1—3500GPM; 1—1000 GPM
50 gallon AFFF foam tank w/500GPM Eductor nozzle
VHF and Police
7
?
?
9
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Portland and Vancouver Port/Harbor area
Resource
Capabilities
Quan
Owner/POC
Location
PhfChfl
Comments
FIREBOATS
Campbell (App tt52)
12,000-14,000 gpm
1
Portland FD
Portland, OR
(503)823-1913
3 turrets &240 gal AFFF
Williams (App #50)
3,800 gpm
1
Portland FD
Portland, OR
(503)823-1913
2 turrets & 6—5 gal bucket
Vemon R. Buss
4900 gpm
1
Portland FD
Portland, OR
(503)823-1913
2 turrets & 50gal AFFF
RESPONSE
PLATFORMS
Barge
175' River
1
Foss Maritime
Portland, OR
(503)286-0631
Flat, not always in area
E-rge (Beaver)
210' River
1
Tidewater Barge
Vancouver, WA
(503)289-4272
Flat w/ramps
MFF EQUIPMENT
Pumper
1250 gpm
10
Portland FD
Portland, OR
(503)823-1913
Fully equipped FD
Personnel
MFF Trained
4
Portland FD
Portland, OR
(503)823-1913
AFFF on each engine
Pumper
1250 gpm
4
Vancouver FD
Vancouver, WA
(360)696-8109
Fully equipped FD
Personnel
MFF Trained
3
Vancouver FD
Vancouver, WA
(360)696-8109
AFFF on each engine
Pumper
1000 gpm
1
Clark Co Fire Dist 6
Vancouver, WA
(360)696-8109
Personnel
MFF Trained
3
Clark Co. Fire Dist 6
Vancouver, WA
(360)696-8109
Foam AFFF
3%
50 gal
Clark Co Ftre
Vancouver, WA
(360)696-8109
BOATS
Tug
200 gpm
1
Foss Maritime
Portland, OR
(503)286-0631
BellyLou (tug)
250 gpm
1
Tidewater Barge
Vancouver, WA
(503)289-4272
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VANCOUVER CONTACTS
• Port Authority: (360) 693-3611
• Portland Tie Line: (503) 289-8823
• Vancouver Fire Dept: Emergency - (360) 696-8109
Business - (360) 892-4323
FAX-(360) 892-4801
VANCOUVER RESOURCES
Vancouver Fire Department
Item Quantity
Cascade with Compressor (Stationary) High Pressure 1
Foam 3% - 6% AFFF (5 Gallon Container) 250 Gallons
Generator - Portable Electric 1
Radio Marine - Motorola MT 2000 4
General Electric 8
One Hour SCBA. MSA 6
Spare Cylinders - 1 Hour 4
Spare Cylinders - 30 Minute 8
Hose
1 'A" 800 Feet
2 V2" 600 Feet
Smoke Ejectors, Gas Powered 2
Gas Monitor 1
Confined Space Rescue Kit 1
High Angle Rope Rescue Kit 1
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Vancouver Port/Harbor area
Resource
Capabilities
Quan
Owner'POC
Location
Ph#Ch»
Comments
RESPONSE
PLATFORMS
Barge
175' River
1
Foss Maritime
Portland, OR
(503)286-0631
Flat, not always in area
Barge (Beaver)
210' River
1
Tidewater Barge
Vancouver, Wa
(503)289-4272
Flat w/ ramps
MFF EQUIPMENT
Pumper
1250 gpm
4
Vancouver FD
Vancouver, WA
(360)696-8109
Fully equipped FD
Personnel
MFF Trained
3
Vancouver FD
Vancouver, WA
(360)696-8109
AFFF on each engine
Pumper
1000 gpm
1
Clark Co Fire Dist 6
Vancouver, WA
(360)696-8109
Personnel
MFF Trained
3
Clark Co Fire Dist 6
Vancouver, WA
(360)696-8109
Foam
3%
50 gal
Clark Co. Fire Dist 6
Vancouver, WA
(360)696-8109
BOATS
Tug
200 gpm
1
Foss Maritime
Portland, OR
(503)286-0631
BellyLou (tug)
250 gpm
1
Tidewater Barge
Vancouver. WA
(503)289-4272
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Clark County Fireboat (ex: Longview Fireboat)
Specifications:
Fuel Capacity
150 gallons of gasoline
Pump Capacity
1500 GPM@ 150 psi
Length
23'
Beam
8'
Draft
3'
Gross Tonnage
6500=
Hull
Fiberglass
Year of Manufacture
1980 by Dorsett
Turrets
1 - 2 Vi' monitor
Water outlets
4 - 1 Vi" discharges
Radios
VHS. Fire
Pump
Jacuzzi. Propulsion and fire fighting
Engine
Manufacturer. Olds Berkley
Size: 455 cubic inch gasoline
C-8
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ST HELENS CONTACTS
Fire Department: 503 397-1521
ST HELENS RESOURCES
Items Owner/POC Quantify
Fire Boat - Dagmar 1000 GPM St Helens Fire Dept. 1
Pumper 1000 GPM " 1
Cascade with Compressor High Pressure " 1
Foam AFFF " 50 gallons
Comms
Telephone " Sufficient
Cell Phone " Sufficient
Radio VHF " Sufficient
Portable Pump " 1
PPE " Full Gear
Personnel - MFF trained " 3
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St. Helens Fire Boat: DAGMAR, APP. FB 471
Specifications'
Fuel Capacity
150 gallons
Pump Capacity
1000 gpm - 10 gallons
Length
26.5'
Beam
9'
Draft
3"
Gross Tonnage
5 tons
Speed
15 knots
Hull
Aluminum. Monarch
Year of Manufacture
1980
Turrets
1
Radios
VHS, CB, Fire
Pump
Jacuzzi (both for driving boat and for discharge ports)
Tug - Betty Lou 250 GPM
Tidewater Barge 1
Tug - PJ Briggs
Foss Maritime 1
C-IO
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KALAMA CONTACTS
Port Authority: 360 673-2325
KALAMA RESOURCES
See nearby port resources
C-11
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LONGVIEVV CONTACTS
• Port Authority: (360) 425-3305
• Portland Tie Line: (503) 228-0106
• Longview Fire Dept: Emergency - (360) 577-3098 Business - (360) 577-3340
FAX - (360) 577-3388
• Cowlitz County Fire and Rescue and Fire District #5 (in Kelso): 360 577-3098
• Foss Maritime: 503 286-0631
• Tidewater Barge: 503 289-4272
C-12
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LONGVIEW RESOURCES
Item
Owner/POC Quantity
Pumper 1250 GPM
Longview Fire Dept. 1
Cascade Trailer High Pressure
1
Foam 3% - 6% AFFF
250 Gallons
Generator Portable Electric
1
Radio Marine MT 2000
4
G E
2
One Hour SCBA MSA
8
Spare Cylinders 1-Hour
8
Spare Cylinders 30-Minute
8
Hose
1 y«"
" 800 Feet
3 '/r
600 Feet
Smoke Ejectors Gas Powered
2
Thermal-Coupling Meter
1
CO-2 Application Kit
1
Gas Monitor
1
Air Slice Cutting Tool
1
Confined Space Rescue Kit
1
Personnel - MFF trained
3
Pumper 1000 GPM
Cowlitz County 1
Personnel - MFF trained
4
Pumper 1000 GPM
Cowlitz 2 Fire Rescue 1
Cascade Bus High Pressure
I
Hose 5"
1,900 feet
Foam AFFF
50 gallons
Personnel - MFF trained
3
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CLATSKANIE CONTACTS
Clatskanie Fire Department: 503 728-2025
CLATSKANIE RESOURCES
Item Owner/PO C Quantity
Cascade with compressor high pressure Clatskanie Fire Dept. 1
Foam AFFF " 50 gallons
Comms
Telephone " Sufficient
Cell Phone " Sufficient
Radio VHF " Sufficient
PPE " Full Gear for 4
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ASTORIA CONTACTS
• Port Authority: 503 325-4521
o Astoria Fire Department: Emergency - 503 325-4411
Business - 503 325-4237
ASTORIA RESOURCES
Item Owner/POC Quantity
Pumper 1,000 GPM Astoria Fire Department 1
Cascade HP Compressor " 1
Hose 1 V*" " 300 feet
3" " 600 feet
5" " 1,000 feet
Foam AFFF " 250 gallons
Portable Pump " 1
Generator - portable electric " 1
Comms
Telephone " Sufficient
Cell Phone " Sufficient
Radio VHF " Sufficient
Personnel - MFF trained " 3
PPE " Full Gear
Harry Stienbach Fire Boat " 1
43 foot, aluminum hull
Pump 6000 GPM. 150 PSI
Pump 9000 GPM, 120 PSI
Hose 1 'A" & 2 V2"
Foam AFFF 20 gallons
Devvatenng 250 GPM, 5" hose
Medical - oxygen, trauma bag, & stokes basket
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NEWPORT CONTACTS
• Port Authority: 541265-7758
• Newport Fire Department: 541265-9461
• Sause Brothers Tug: 5412695841
USCG Station Newport: 541 265-5381
NEWPORT RESOURCES
Item
Owner/POC
Quantity
Personnel
Willing to Respond to Burning Vessel
Tug 350 GPM
Newport Fire Department
Sause Brothers
10 volunteers
No, not trained;
rely on USCG
1
Small boat 55 footer
Small boat 44 footer
Hose 2
Foam
Portable pump
Willing to respond to burning vessel
USCG Station
1
1
1 per boat
1 per boat
Yes but only
rescue &
containment;
would not board
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COOS BAY & NORTH BEND CONTACTS
Port Authority: 541 267-7678
North Bend Fire Dept." 541 756-31.35
Coos Bay Fire Dept: 541 269-1191
Knutson Towboat: 541 267-3195
Sause Brothers Ocean Towing: 541 269-5841 or 503 222-1811
B & G Navigation: 541 269-7247
Coos Bay Towboat: 541 267-6555
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COOS BAY & NORTH BEND RESOURCES
Item Owner/POC Quantity
Pump Trucks (1,000 GPM) North Bend Fire Department 4
Hose
1 '/T
2 '/T
3"
Fire Response Boat (36 foot, 2000GPM)
Boston Whaler Rescue Boat
Jet Ski
Dive Rescue Truck
Foam (class A & B)
Comms "
Telephone
Cell Phone
Radio VHF
Confined Space Monitors
Personnel
PPE
Willing to Respond to Burning Vessel
Training
1
1
1
1
Can get it from USCG Air
Station
Sufficient
Sufficient
Sufficient
Sufficient
10 professional
10 from Coos Bay FD
40 volunteers
Cain access County
Full Gear
Yes, no problem
Drill with Removed
wheelhouse on shore
Pump Trucks (1,000 GPM)
Hose 2 V"
Rescue Boat 19 foot
Plan to buy fire response jet skis
(With 2,000 GPM & foam)
Foam
Comms
Telephone
Cell Phone
Radio VHF
Confined Space Monitors
Personnel
Willing to Respond to Burning Vessel
Coos Bay Fire Department
TBD
Sufficient
Sufficient
Sufficient
Sufficient
Sufficient
10 professional
10 from North Bend FD
Can access County
Yes, but will not board
vessel
Construction Barge (240 foot)
Tugs 350 GPM
Fire mains
3" hose
65 foot stream
Sause Brothers
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GRAYS HARBOR CONTACTS
Port Authority: (360) 533-9524
Hoquiam Fire Department: (360) 532-3312
Aberdeen Fire Department: (360) 532-1254 24 Hour (360) 532-1252
Westport Marina: (360) 268-9235
Foss Tugs: (800) 426-2885
Brusco Tug and Barge (Longview): (360) 636-3341
Allman Hubble Tug Boat:(360) 533-1530 or 533-1539
Allman Hubble Tugboat: (360) 533-1530
USCG Station Grays Harbor: (360) 268-0121
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GRAYS HARBOR RESOURCES
Item
Owner/POC
Quantity
Hose Charge Capability
Tugs Usually in the area
Most Docks
Foss & others
Pump Trucks (1,500 GPM each) Aberdeen Fire Department
Hose (2 VT)
Foam (AFFF)
Air Supplied
Eductor
Floating Fire Pump
Comms
Landline
Cell Phone
Radio VHF
Personnel
Aberdeen FD has mutual aid agreement with Hoquiam FD
PPE
Willing to Respond to Burning Vessel
Several
3
30 gallons
15 gallons
1
Sufficient
Sufficient
Sufficient
Sufficient
21 (plus Mutual Aid)
Full Gear
Yes if trained
Pump Trucks Hoquiam Fire Department
Hose 2Vi'
Foam
Portable Pump 1 'A "
Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat for Rescue
Comms
Landline
Cell Phone
Radio VHF
Personnel
Hoquiam FD has mutual aid agreements with Aberdeen and Seattle FD's
PPE
Willing to Respond to Burning Vessel
Easy Access
1
1
Sufficient
Sufficient
Sufficient
21 (plus Mutual Aid)
Full Gear
Yes, no problem
Hose Charge Capability
Hose 2 'A"
Comms
Landline
Cell Phone
Radio VHF
Personnel
Willing to Respond to Burning Vessel
Westport Manna
Volunteers & USCG Station Grays Harbor
V* of Marina Covered
Sufficient
Sufficient
Sufficient
10 volunteers plus 26 USCG
Yes, main emphasis on small
Pleasure craft, not larger steel
Hull fish vessels
*Note: As of 1996. none of the Grays Harbor Fire Departments had training in confined space entry, nor marine firefighting
C-20
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HOOD RIVER, DALLES, & UMATILLA
(Columbia River mile 147 - 310)
CONTACTS
• Port of The Dalles: 503 298-4148
® Port of Hood River: 541386-1645
« Port of Umatilla: 541922-3224
• Klickitat County Fire Department: 509 773-4545
» Benton County Fire Department: 509 586-3131
• Dalles Fire Department: 541298-4178
® Hood River Fire Department: 541386-3939
« Umatilla Fire Department: 541922-3718
• Klickitat County, Goldendale, WA:
• Tidewater Barge: 503 289-4272
C-21
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HOOD RIVER, DALLES, & UMATILLA
(Columbia River mile 147- 310)
RESOURCES
Item Owner/POC Quantity
Pumper 1000 GPM
Pumper 750 GPM
Klickitat County Fire Department
4
1
Pumper 1000 GPM
Pumper 750 GPM
Benton County Fire Department
1
t
Boat
2000 GPM
Foam
KJickitat County
1
1
Legend Tug 250 GPM
Barge 130 foot
Tidewater Barge
1
1
C-22
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KENNEWICK, RICHLAND & PASCO
(Columbia River mile 310 - 325 and Snake River mile 0 - 58)
CONTACTS
° Port of Kennewick: 509 586-1186
• Port of Pasco: 509 547-3378
• Port Authority (Port of Benton) Richland: 509 375-3060
• Kennewick Fire Department: 509 586-4211
• Pasco Fire Department: 509 545-3426
a Richland Fire Department: 509 943-7550
o Walla Walla Fire Department: 509 527-4429
• Walla Walla County Fire District: 509 527-3750
® Walla Walla Port Authority: 509 525-3100
• Columbia County, Dayton, WA:
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KENNEWICK, RICHLAND, & PASCO
(Columbia River mile 310 - 325 and Snake River mile 0 - 58)
RESOURCES
Item Owner/POC Quantity
Pumper 1250 GPM Walla Walla County Fire District #5 2
Pumper 1500 GPM " 2
Personnel - not MFF trained " 22 professional
Pumper 1000 GPM Walla Walla County Fire District #3 1
Pumper 800 GPM " 2
Pumper 300 GPM " 7
Personnel - not MFF trained " 15 volunteers
Foam Walla Walla Fire Department
Comms (telephone, cell, radio) " Sufficient
Willing to respond to burning vessel " Yes but limited
accessibility and
training on MFF
Small Boat County Sheriff 1
Pumpers 1250 GPM Columbia County 5
Foam " Sufficient
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LEWISTON & CLARKSTON
(Snake River mile 108 - 140)
CONTACTS
• Port of Clarkston: 509 758-5272
• Port of Lewiston: 208 743-5531
• Lewiston Fire Department: 208 743-3554
o Clarkston Fire Department: 509 758-8681
• Tidewater Barge: 503 289-4272
® Sundial Barge: 503 289-4272
o Potlach Corporation: 208 799-1450
o Asotin County Fire Department: 509 758-5181
• Asotin Fire Department: 509 243-4411
® Wilma Fire Department: 509 758-5558
• Whitman County Emergency in Colfax, WA:
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LEVVISTON & CLARKSTON
(Snake River Mile 108 - 140)
RESOURCES
Item
Owner/POC
Quantity
Tug with 250 GPM monitor
Barge 130 foot
Pumper 1250 GPM
Pumper 1000 GPM
Comms
Telephone
Cell Phone
Radio VHF
Personnel
Sundial Tug
Tidewater Barge
Clarkston Fire Dept.
1
1
1
2
Sufficient
Sufficient
Sufficient
32 professional
Pumper 1250 GPM
Foam AFFF class B
Personnel
Lewiston Fire Dept.
5
Sufficient
32 professional
Pumper 1250 GPM
Foam AFFF
Personnel
Potlach Corporation
2
Sufficient
12 professional
Pumper 1250 GPM
Foam APFF
Personnel
Asotin County Fire Dept.
3
Limited
18 professional
Pumper 1250 GPM
Pumper 1000 GPM
Personnel
Asotin Fire Department
1
1
14 professional
Pumper 1500 GPM
Pumper 750 GPM
Foam AFFF Class B
Personnel
Wilma Fire Department
1
1
Limited
12 volunteers
Foam Whitman County
Patrol Boat
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ANNEX D
BURNING VESSEL RELOCATION SITES
Contents:
Page:
1.
Vessel Relocation Sites - general criteria
D-l
2.
Portland/Vancouver Area Grounding, Mooring, & Anchorage Sites
D-l
3.
Longview/Kalama Area Grounding & Anchorage Sites
D-2
4.
Astoria Mooring & Grounding Sites
D-2
5.
Newport Area Mooring Sites
D-3
6.
Coos Bay/North Bend Area Anchorage & Mooring Sites
D-3
7.
Grays Harbor Grounding & Mooring Sites
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1. Vessel Relocation Sites - general criteria.
These sites are intended to be used to re-locate a burning vessel when it has been
determined by the fire response officer in command and the C'OTP/OSC that the vessel
must be moved to reduce the exposure hazard to other vessels or waterfront facilities.
The criteria for selection are:
a. water depth - shallow enough that the vessel should not sink below the main
deck level, but deep enough to allow fireboats and salvage units alongside;
b. location out of the main channel area so that navigation will not be impeded;
c. as far away from vulnerable facilities or vessels as feasible, consistent with
minimizing the distance that the vessel would have to be moved.
2. Portland/Vancouver Area Grounding, Mooring & Anchorage Sites
(see charts on pg. D5-D9)
The Portland vessel relocation sites follow (refer to the charts of this area):
Location 1: Vessels located at the Zidell scrap metal dock, should be moved out
from the dock and anchored. If she should sink, there is only tug traffic upriver
form this point. Traffic could still pass on the east side of the channel.
Locations 2, 3, & 4: Vessels on fire at the sea wall should be left there, since
passage through the bridges would be too hazardous and the seawall area would
be the most desirable area under those circumstances.
Location 5: Upper end of Swan Island is for vessels located from LDC Grain
down river to terminals 1 and 2. The vessels would have to pass through the
Broadway and Fremont bridges if coming from LDC Grain. This would be
accomplished with the assistance of two tugs. Once at the pre-designated site, the
vessel should be beached.
Location 6: Swan Island Lagoon would be used for vessels located at the
outfitting and drydocks. The vessel should be beached as far up the lagoon as
possible in the center.
Location 7: This site is to be used for vessels located at the major oil terminals.
The vessel should be moved upriver, above McCall Oil Terminal, just off Oregon
Steel Mills.
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Location 8: This site is to be used for vessels in the area below the St. Johns
Railroad Bridge. This site is secondary to Location 9.
Location 9: This is the preferred site for vessels located in the Willamette River,
down river of the St. Johns Railroad Bridge. The vessel should be beached on the
west side of the river.
Location 10: This site is t o be used for vessels located at Terminal 6. The vessel
should be beached on the upper end of Davis Bar.
Location 11: This site is to be used for vessels located at Vancouver. The vessel
should be moved to the Hayden Island side of the river and anchored.
Location 12: Fire suppression berths are located at Portland Terminal 4, Berth
415 and Vancouver Terminal 2, Berth 8.
3. Longview/Kalama Area Grounding & Anchorage Sites (see charts on pg. D10-D11)
A number of options are available in the Longview area. The general site selection
criteria (in an earlier section) should be applied to determine the best location in any
given situation. The bottom in the area is sand or silt, transiting the bridge needs to be
considered, and below Longview there are environmentally sensitive areas. An
anchorage area is designated and should be considered.
Movement from the two facilities in Kalama should be evaluated based on the general
selection criteria. The Trojan Nuclear Plant is in close proximity down river. Deer
Island, one mile up river, proved to be a safe grounding site during the Protector Alph
fire. The orientation of the ship may influence the decision as to the direction the vessel
moves (up or down river).
4. Astoria Mooring & Grounding Sites (see chart on pg. D12)
Most piers in Astoria are made of wood pilings, and therefore, unless a shipboard fire
were completely contained and not radiating heat or posing a threat of spreading, the
desirability of mooring a vessel at an Astoria pier is extremely low. Pier 1 is the only
concrete structure.
The best location for grounding a burning vessel would be north of the navigation
channel just opposite of Young's Bay or anywhere north of the channel inside the bar but
below the bridge. Careful consideration of bar conditions must be given prior to
permitting a vessel to cross the bar because of the severe effect a mishap could have on
the entire Columbia River transportation system.
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5. Newport Area Mooring Sites (see chart on pg. D13)
The only viable mooring site is the Sunset Terminal, which is a concrete pier on the north
end of the Bay. The maximum draft for vessels calling would be 25 feet depending on
the tide. The bridge across the mouth of the Bay would have to be traversed (vertical
clearance is 195 feet). The Bay is an environmentally sensitive area and few, if any,
grounding sites are acceptable.
6. Coos Bay/North Bend Anchorage & Mooring Sites (see charts on pg. D14-D15)
There are no satisfactory anchorage areas within the Coos River. Re-locating a burning
vessel in this river would severely impede port operations and/or endanger adjacent
waterfront facilities. Under extreme situations, a vessel could be grounded in the vicinity
of Upper Jarvis Range where lightering and firefighting could proceed.
There are two possible mooring locations which could be utilized in an emergency. The
Roseburg Lumber Company operates a concrete pier on the northern part of the north
spit. The consent of the company would, of course, be required. The other location id
the "T" dock which is across from Empire on the north spit. This dock is also concrete
and is 160 feet long with mooring dolphins. It extends several hundred feet form shore.
The north spit presently is still relatively isolated. However, the area is expected to
attract new facilities. This will have an impact on future evaluation of potential mooring
locations for burning ships.
Since most ships in this area carry wood products as cargo, any likely fire scenario would
probably include a fire of this type. Wood chip fires are extremely difficult to extinguish
because of the inability to penetrate into the fire material. Off-loading of product would
probably be required in this situation.
In determining whether to allow a burning vessel to enter port, a self-loading/off-loading
ability is critical, since off-loading would be essential in firefighting, and it would be
extremely hazardous to bring the ship into a wood products handling facility.
7. Grays Harbor Grounding & Mooring Sites (see charts on pg. D16-D17)
The best anchorage sites would be north of the main navigation channel just south of
Damon Point.
The best grounding sites follow:
a. North of Westport in the vicinity of North Channel, just off Damon Point
should be utilized for vessels coming in from sea or those requiring the
maximum amount of isolation.
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b. Due south of the City of Hoquiam and the Hoquiam Reach is a suitable site
for vessels in the Hoquiam area.
c. Due south of Cow Point and the Cow Point Reach would be the best site for
vessels in Aberdeen.
The best choice for a moorage facility is the Port of Grays Harbor port dock (terminals 1
& 2). These piers are concrete and have good access to sources of firefighting water.
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ANNEX E
OFFSHORE SCUTTLING AREAS
On 4 March, 1980, a "think tank" was held to discuss where to sink a damaged vessel off
the Washington or Oregon Coast. As a result of the meeting, a chartlet was developed.
This chartlet depicts the four least desirable areas to sink a ship based on the
environmental information that was presented. These four areas are prioritized, in order
of least desirable options, as follows:
a. Fishery resource areas and submerged canyons as identified by the National
Marine Fishery Service,
b. River plumes:
(1) Columbia River - 30-mile radius
(2) Umpqua River - 10-mile radius,
c. Inside the 200-fathom curve,
d. Inside the 1000-fathom curve or inside 70 nautical miles, which ever is
farthest from the shoreline.
This chartlet is not seasonal and can be used throughout the year. There are two seasonal
considerations, however. The first is the changing direction of current. From October
through March, the current is to the north and onshore. This change in direction from
the normal southward flow alters the shape of the river plumes. However, the radius used
in priority number two will adequately provide for the river plumes during either season.
The second seasonal consideration is the feeding grounds for sea birds. The birds that
winter in the southern hemisphere use the area outside seventy nautical miles from shore
(during the spring and summer months). Consequently, during this time of year, the U.S.
Wildlife Service recommends no sinking in this area and would prefer a sinking in the
25-70 nautical mile zone. However, most of this zone is in the number one priority area,
as mentioned above, and the environment may be seriously damaged by the sinking of a
ship in this zone. During the remainder of the year, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
recommends a sinking outside of seventy nautical miles. The environmental information
available should be weighed prior to making a decision to sink a vessel inside of seventy
nautical miles year-round.
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ANNEX G
U.S. COAST GUARD & DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
RESOURCES
U.S. COAST GUARD:
Pacific Area: Duty Officer 510 437-3700
13th District Command Center: 206 220-7001
MSO/Group Portland: - 503 240-9301
Group North Bend: 503 756-9210
MSO Puget Sound: Duty Officer 206 217-6232
Pacific Strike Team: Commanding Officer 415 883-3311
National Response Center: 800 424-8802
Marine Safety Center (MSC): 202 366-6480
MSC Salvage Team:
For after-hrs assistance, activate via FLAGPLOT -- (800) 723-3323
Aids to Navigation Teams (ANT):
Astoria — 700 396-9311
Coos Bay — 503 756-9276
Kennewick 509 586-1110
Air Stations:
Astoria 503 861-6220/6214
North Bend 503 756-9220
Stations:
Cape Disappointment
360 734-1692 or 642-2382
Chetco River
Coos Bay —
Depoe Bay
503 756-9268
503 888-3267
503 765-2124
Grays Harbor
360 268-0121 or 700 396-9306
Siuslaw River
Tillamook Bay
Umpqua River
Yaquina Bay --
Quillayute River
360 374-5112
503 997-2486
503 322-3531 or 700 396-9268
503 756-9273
503 265-5381
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Coast Guard Cutters:
Bluebell, Portland 503 240-9362
Alert, Astoria - 700 396-9308
Steadfast, Astoria 503 325-7213
Cowslip, Astoria 700 396-9314
Active, Port Angeles — 206 452-2342
Cuttyhunk, Port Angeles 206 457-2243
Mellon, Seattle 206 286-5690
Mariposa, Seattle 206 286-9850
Midgett, Seattle 206 286-5680
Orcas, Coos Bay 541 429-6204
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE:
All requests for DOD assistance can be made to the DOD representative on the Regional
Response Team.
Aircraft: Portland Air National Guard (503) 335-4890
U.S. Air Force, Portland IAP (503) 335-4723
Foam Supply: Naval Air Station Widbey Island (360) 257-2211/2532/2489
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (360) 476-3466
Dive Salvage (Navy divers & tugs): Authorization must be obtained from NAVC (OOC)
(703) 607-2753/2766 or (703) 602-7527 (emergencies)
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard: (360)476-3000/4261/3467/3468
U.S. Navy Supervisor of Salvage (SUPSALV):
Requests for emergency assistance should be directed through Federal On Scene
Commander (FOSC).
Liaison information: (703) 607-2758
(703) 602-7527
Reference: NAVSEA-S0300-BR-MAN-010
0910-LP-595-9600, revision dated Sept 93
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers:
Information -—(503) 326-6021
Emergency Management. Branch — (503) 326-6099
Navigation (503)326-3153
Operations (503) 326-3404
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ANNEX H
SAL VA GE COMPANIES
Chem-Pro Columbia Environmental Services (Portland): 800 FESPILL
Foss Environmental: 503 283-1150 or 800 337-7455
Fred Devine Diving/Salvage: Portland 503 283-5285
Astoria 503 325-4375
Smith Environmental: Portland 503 286-4656 or 800 334-0004
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ANNEX I
INTERPRETERS
AT&T offers Language Line interpreter services over the telephone. To access these
services, dial:
1-800-523-1786 or
1-800-643-2255
A wide variety of languages can be accommodated, and the cost for the service depends
on which language is requested. You must have a credit card number available to pay for
these services, or a Language Line Account can be set up with AT&T by calling 1-800-
752-6096.
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ANNEX J
MARINE CHEMISTS
A listing of all certified Marine Chemists can be found in the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) "Marine Chemists Directory." An exerpt from this Directory, which
lists all the certified Marine Chemists for the Pacific Coast, is provided on the following
pages.
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ANNEX K
HAZARDOUS MA TERIAL
Hazardous material is a genuine threat in marine firefighting. The increase in volume of
hazardous materials transported and stored along the waterways makes response to a fire
in the marine environment more unpredictable and more dangerous than in previous
years. The danger to response personnel from hazardous substances that may be present
in a fire is probably even greater than the danger posed by a hazardous substance spill.
In addition to fuel, there are hazardous cargos, refrigerants (ammonia or freon), and other
hazards related to toxic smoke. Responders should find out as much as possible about
any HAZMAT on board a vessel before anybody gets near a marine fire.
References such as the CHRIS manual, Emergency Response Guide, or CHEMTREC
(800 424-9300) should be consulted once HAZMAT is identified, to help guide personnel
on proper safe response. Also, a Marine Chemist or industrial hygienist should be
consulted to ensure that proper safeguards are taken. See Annex IX for a listing of
Marine Chemists.
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ANNEX L
ICS FORMS
Contents: Page
1. Incident Action Plan L-l
2. Incident Briefing (ICS 201) L-2
3. Incident Objectives (ICS 202) L-7
4. Organization Assignment List (ICS 203) L-ll
5. Division Assignment List (ICS 204) L-l2
6. Incident Radio Communications Plan (ICS 205) L-14
7. Medical Plan (ICS 206) L-l5
8. Daily Meeting Schedule (ICS 208) L-16
9. Meeting Description (ICS 208A) L-l 7
10. Incident Response Status (ICS 209) L-18
11. Resources at Risk Summary (ICS 212) L-19
12. Unit Log (ICS 214) L-20
13. Executive Summary L-21
14. Air Operations Summary (ICS 220) L-22
15. Incident Information L-23
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ANNEX M
DISTRIBUTION
Aberdeen Fire Department
Astoria Fire Department
Brix Maritime Corporation, Portland
Camas Fire Department
City of Portland Department of Emergency Services
Clark County Fire District #5
Clark/Skamania County Department of Emergency Services
Clean Rivers COOP
Columbia City Emergency Management, Dayton, WA
Columbia River Bar Pilots Association
Commandant
Commander, U. S. Coast Guard District Thirteen
Coos Bay Fire Department
Coos Bay Pilots Association
Cowlitz County Department of Emergency Services
Cowlitz County Fire District #5 (Kalama)
Grays Harbor Pilots Association
Group Astoria
Group North Bend
Hoquiam Fire Department
Kalama Chemical Corporation
Klickitat City Emergency Management, Goldendale, WA
Lewiston Fire Department
Longview Fire Department
Marine Fire and Safety Association
Marine Safety Office Portland
Merchant's Exchange
Multnomah County Fire Department #10
Multnomah County Sheriff
Multnomah Office of Emergency Services
North Bend Fire Department
Port of Astoria
Port of Coos Bay
Port of Grays Harbor
Port of Kalama
Port of Kennewick/Pasco
Port of Longview
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Port of Newport
Port of Portland
Port of St. Helens
Port of Vancouver
Portland Fire Department
Portland Steamship Operators Association
Seattle Fire Department
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland
USCG ANT Kennewick
Vancouver Fire Department
Walla Walla Fire Department
Whitman County Emergency Management, Colfax, WA
Wyerhaeuser Company, Longview, WA
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CHAPTER 9000
AREA PLANNING
DOCUMENTATION
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Chapter 9000 Table of Contents
9000 AREA PLANNING DOCUMENTATION 9-5
9100 RRT & Area Committee Membership 9-5
9110 RRT & Co-Chairs 9-5
9111 On-Scene Coordinators (OSCs) 9-5
9112 Federal Representatives 9-6
9113 State Representatives 9-12
9114 Associated Membership 9-13
9120 Area Committee Organization 9-15
9121 Area Committee Members 9-15
9122 Steering Committee 9-16
9123 Workgroups 9-16
9123.1 Joint Information Center 9-16
9123.2 Equipment & Resources 9-16
9123.3 Incident Command System (ICS) 9-16
9123.4 In-Situ Burn 9-17
9123.5 Communications 9-17
9123.6 Exercise 9-17
9123.7 Hazardous Materials 9-17
9123.8 Geographic Response Plans 9-17
9123.9 Marine Firefighting 9-17
9123.10 Shoreline Countermeasures 9-18
9200 Plan Review & Process 9-18
9210 Plan Implementation 9-18
9220 Exercises 9-18
9221 Exercise Scheduling 9-19
9222 Exercise Evaluation 9-19
9223 Exercise Workgroup 9-19
9224 Exercise Debriefing 9-19
9230 Revision/Update Requirements 9-20
9231 Plan Review/Update Procedures 9-20
9300 Planning Assumptions - Background Information 9-21
9400 Spill & Discharge History 9-21
9500 Scenarios 9-21
9510 General 9-21
9520 Worst-Case Discharge 9-21
9521 Historical Spill Considerations 9-22
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9522 Hazard Assessment 9-22
9523 Risk Assessment 9-23
9524 Worst-Case Scenario 1 9-24
9524.1 Situation 9-24
9524.2 Key Assumptions 9-25
9524.3 Initial Actions 9-25
9524.4 Response Organization 9-26
9524.5 Strategies 9-26
9524.6 Resources and Shortfalls 9-26
9524.7 Disposal Options 9-27
9524.8 Time to Clean Up 9-27
9530 Maximum Most Probable Scenario for the Coastal Area (to be developed) 9-27
9540 Most Probable Discharge Scenarios for the Coastal Area 9-27
9541 Historical Spill Considerations 9-27
9542 Hazard Assessment 9-27
9543 Vulnerability Analysis 9-28
9544 Risk Assessment 9-28
9550 Seasonal Considerations 9-28
9560 Most Probable Case Scenario 1 9-28
9561 Situation 9-28
9562 Key Assumptions 9-29
9563 Initial Actions 9-29
9564 Response Organization 9-30
9565 Strategies 9-30
9566 Resources and Shortfalls 9-30
9567 Disposal Options 9-30
9568 Time to Clean Up 9-30
9570 Most Probable Case Scenario 2 9-30
9571 Situation 9-30
9572 Key Assumptions 9-31
9573 Initial Actions 9-31
9574 Response Organization 9-32
9575 Strategies 9-32
9576 Resources and Shortfalls 9-32
9577 Disposal Options 9-32
9578 Time to Clean Up 9-32
9580 Worst-Case Scenario for Inland Area 9-32
9590 Maximum Most Probable Scenarios for Inland Area 9-33
9591 Maximum Most Probable Scenarios for Columbia River Bonneville Dam to the
Dalles Dam 9-33
9592 Maximum Most Probable Scenarios for Columbia River The Dalles Dam to John
Day Dam 9-33
9593 Maximum Most Probable Scenarios for Columbia River John Day Dam to
McNary Dam 9-33
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9594 Maximum Most Probable Scenarios for Columbia River McNary Dam to the Tri-
Cities Area 9-34
9600 Manuals and Guidelines Created by NWACP Workgroups 9-34
9610 Joint Information Center Manual 9-35
9620 Washington State Disposal Guidelines 9-36
9630 In-Situ Burning Policy 9-37
9640 Northwest Area Shoreline Countermeasures Manual & Matrices 9-38
9650 Communications Manual 9-39
9660 Health and Safety Manual 9-40
9700 General Information on Potential Discharge Sources 9-41
9800 Memorandum of Agreement Between Participating Agencies 9-41
9900 Support & Reference Resources 9-41
9910 Glossary 9-41
9911 Acronyms and Abbreviations 9-49
9920 Conversion Tables 9-54
9930 Sample Communications 9-54
9931 Forms 9-54
9932 Notices 9-54
9933 Letters ^ 9-54
9934 Plans 9-54
9935 Reports 9-54
9940 Bibliography and Additional Resource Documents 9-54
9941 Canada-United States Joint Marine Pollution Contingency Plans (CANUS).9-54
9941.1 CANUS/OPS 9-54
9941.2 CANUS/WEST 9-54
9942.3 CANUS/PAC 9-54
9942 North American Emergency Response Guide Book 9-54
9950 Recommended ICS Forms 9-54
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9000 AREA PLANNING DOCUMENTATION
9100 RRT & Area Committee Membership
The Northwest Area Committee is a consolidated body made up of federal and state
representatives with jurisdiction in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. While each area
committee retains jurisdiction over and legal responsibility for its area, the Northwest
Area Committee meets and functions as a unified organization addressing spill
preparedness and planning in the Pacific Northwest. The Northwest Area Committee
solicits advice, guidance, or expertise from all appropriate sources and establishes
workgroups as necessary to accomplish preparedness and planning tasks. The
Northwest Area Committee directs development and maintenance of the Area
Contingency Plan.
9110 RRT Co-Chairs
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Chris D. Field
Chief, Environmental Cleanup Office
EPA Region Ten
1200 Sixth Avenue
Mail Stop ECL-116
Seattle, WA 98101
Office telephone: (206) 553-1674
U.S. Coast Guard
Captain J.E. Veentjer
Chief, Marine Safety Division
13th Coast Guard District
915 Second Avenue
Seattle, WA 98174
Office telephone: (206) 220-7220
When the RRT is activated for response actions, the chair shall be the member agency
providing the OSC/RPM in accordance with 40 CFR 300.115(c).
9111 On-Scene Coordinators (OSCs):
Response operations dealing with emergencies involving discharges of oil or hazardous
substances requiring a Federal lead, will be carried out by predesignated On-Scene-
Coordinators, as identified below:
Inland Area: Environmental Protection Agency
Seattle, WA
Boise, ID
Bill Longston
Carl Kitz
Beth Sheldrake
Mike Sibley
Thor Cutler
Jeff Rodin
Tony Barber
Greg Weigel
EPA On-Scene Coordinators:
(24-hour number): (206) 553-1263
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Coastal Area Coast Guard
Commanding Officer
U. S. Coast Guard
Marine Safety Office Puget Sound
1519 Alaskan Way South
Seattle, WA 98134
(206)217- 6232
Commanding Officer
U. S. Coast Guard
Marine Safety Office Portland
6767 North Basin
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 240-9301
9112 Federal Representatives
Department of Agriculture (U.S. Forest Service)
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Mr. Joe Stutler
Fire Operations Specialist
U.S. Forest Service
Fire & Aviation Management
Robert Duncan Plaza, 7th Floor
333 SW First Av. (97204)
Portland, OR 97208- 3623
Work (503) 808-2335
Alternate Rep:
Title:
Telephone:
Fax (503) 808-6799
Cell (503) 808-^5(30
VACANT
Department of Commerce (NOAA)
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Work
Mark Miller
Contingency Planning Specialist
7600 Sand Point Way NE
BIN C15700
Seattle, WA 98115-0070
(206) 526-6272
Fax (206) 526-6329
PGR (800) 759-7243
SKYPAGER PIN: 2169430
24HR (206)526-6317
E-MAIL markmiller@hazmat.noaa.gov
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Alternate Rep:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Dr. Robert Pavia (BOB)
Chief, Scientific Coordination Branch
BIN C15700
7600 Sand Point Way, NE
Seattle, WA 98115
Work (206)526-6319
24HR (206)526-6317
Pager (800) 759-7243
Fax (206) 526-6329
SKYPAGER PIN: 5798817
Department of Defense (United States Army)
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Alternate Rep:
Telephone:
Work
Fax
Work
Home
E MAIL
Mr. Gordon Taxer, (CENWD-NP-ET-OE)
U.S. Army Engineers
North Pacific Division
P.O. Box 2870
Portland, OR 97208-2870
(503) 808-3903
(503) 808-3904
Mr. Frank Mazurkiewicz, (CENWD-NP-ET-OE)
(503) 808-3902
(503) 254-9336
Gordon.Taxer@usace.anny.mil
Department of Energy
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Work
24 hour
Fax
E MAIL
Ms. Kathy Beecher
Environmental Scientist
U.S. Department of Energy
P. O. Box 550 (AS-SS)
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 376-8519
(509) 373-3800
(509) 376-6100
Kathleen a Beecher@rl.gov
Alternate Rep:
Title:
Telephone:
Work
Mr. Doug Hildebrand
Chief, Public Safety & Medical Programs Branch
(509) 376-4287
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Department of Health and Human Services
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Work
Pager
CDR. Steve Scott, MD
Emergency Coordinator
U.S. Public Health Service
2201 Sixth Ave.
M/S Rx-20
Seattle, WA 98121
(206)615-2469
(800) 759-8888
SKYPAGE 2040965
Fax
E Mail
Department of the Interior
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Work
Department of Justice
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Representative:
Title:
Address:
(206)615-2481
sscott@hrsa.dhhs.gov
Mr. Preston Sleeger
Regional Environmental Officer
U.S. Department of the Interior
500 N. E. Multnoman Street
Suite 600
Portland, OR s97232-2036
(503)231-6157"
24 hour (503) 684-4082
Fax (503) 231-2361
Mr. James L. Nicholl, Jr.
Trial Attorney - Environmental Enforcement Sect.
U.S. Department of Justice
c/o NOAA - GCNW
7600 Sand Point Way N.E.
Bin - C15700
Seattle, WA 98115
Work (206) 526-6616
24 hour (206) 789-9303
Fax (206) 526-6665
Mr. Philip Berns
Attomey-in-Charge
West Coast Office - Torts Branch
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FAX
U. S. Department of Justice
P. 0. Box 36028
Burton Federal Building
450 Golden Gate Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94102-3463
(415)436-6630
(415)436-6632
Department of Labor (OSHA)
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Work
24 hour
Fax
E MAIL
Mr. Ronald Tsunehara
Assistant Regional Administrator
U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA
1111 Third Avenue, Suite 715
Seattle, WA 98101-3212
(206) 553-5930
(800) 321-6742
(206) 553-6499
tsunehara-ronald@dol.gov
Alaterante Rep:
Ms. Joy Flack
Work (206) 553-5930
24HR (800)321-6742
Department of Transportation (USCG)
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Work
24 hour
24 hour
Fax
CAPT John E. Veentjer
Chief, Marine Safety Division
Commander (m)
Thirteenth Coast Guard District
915 Second Avenue
Seattle, WA 98174-1067
(206) 220-7210
(206)220-7001 (OPCEN)
(206) 220-7021 (Marine Safety Division)
(206) 220-7225
Alternate Rep:
Title:
Telephone: Work
24 hour
CAPT Scott Davis
Chief, Response Branch
(206) 220-7210
(206) 220-7001 (OPCEN)
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Environmental Protection Agency
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Alternate Rep:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Mr. Chris D. Field
Chief, Environmental Cleanup Office
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Sixth Avenue, Mailcode ECL-116
Seattle, WA 98101
Work (206)553-1674
24 hour (206)553-1263
Fax (206)553-0175.
Email Field.Chris@EPAMAIL.EPA.GOV
Mr. Michael I. Sibley II
On-Scene Coordinator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Sixth Avenue, Mailcode ECL-116
Seattle, WA 98101,
Work (206)553-1886
24 hour (206)553-1263
Fax (206) 553-0124
Email Sibley.Michael@EPAMAIL.EPA.GOV
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Work
24 hour
Fax
Mr. Richard Deir
Technological Hazards Branch Chief
FEMA Region X
Federal Regional Center
130-228'" St. SW
Bothell, WA 98021-9796
(425) 487-4646
(425) 487-4600
(425)487-4741
24 hr Fax (425)) 487-4707
Alternate Rep:
Work
Tammy Doherty
(425) 487-4767
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Food and Drug Administration
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Alternate Rep:
Telephone:
Work
24 hour
Fax
Work
Ms. Celeste Corcoran
Director, Investigations Brancn
Food and Drug Administration
P. 0. Box 3012
Bothell, WA 98041-3012
(425) 483-4941 Pager (206) 995-7013
(206) 232-4839
(206) 483-4915
Mr. Christopher E. Rezendes
(425) 483-4938
General Services Administration (GSA)
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Work
Fax
Mr. Ray Robins
Director Regional Emergency Coordinator
General Services Administration (10FZX)
400 15th St. SW
Auburn, WA 98001-6599
(253) 931-7950
(253) 931-7894
Alternate Rep:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Cellular: (253) 709-3774
Pager: 1-800-320-4125
Internet: ray.robins@gsa.gov
Mr. Bernie Kuehn
Director, Marketing Division
General Services Administration (FZM)
Attn: Bernie Kuehn
400 15th Street S.W.
Auburn, WA 98001-6599
Work (253) 931-7496
Fax (253)931-7203
24HR (253) 859-8824
Cellular: (206) 979-7534
Pager: 1-888-894-3793
Internet: bernie.kuehn@gsa.gov
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9113 State Representatives
State of Idaho
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Work
Fax
Email
Mr. Bill Bishop
Idaho Bureau of Hazardous Materials
4040 Guard Street
Boise, ID 83720
(208) 334-3263
(208) 334-3267
bbishop@bds.state.id.us
Alternate Rep:
Title:
Address
Telephone:
State of Oregon
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
E-mail
Alternate Rep:
Title:
Telephone:
E-mail
Mr. Steve Manning, CHMM
Emergency Response Coordinator
daho Division of Environmental Quality
1410 N Hilton St.
Boise, ID 83706
Work (208) 373-0508
FAX (208)373-0164
Mr. Dick Pedersen
Manager, Cleanup Policy & Program Development
Section
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
811 S.W. Sixth Avenue
Portland, OR 97204
Work (503) 229-5322
24 Hrs: (503)378-6377 or (800)452-0311 outside Oregon
Fax (503) 229-6977.
Pedersen. Dick@deq. state, or.us
Mr. Mike Zollitsch
Spill Prevention Planner
Work (503) 229-6931
FAX (503) 229-6954
Zollitsch.Michael. J@deq.state.or. us
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State of Washington
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Alternate Rep:
Title:
Mr. Joe Stohr
Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response
Program Manager
Washington Department of Ecology
M/S PV-11
Olympia, WA 98504-8711
Work (360) 407-6977
24 hour (800) 258-5990
Fax (36) 407-6902
Dave Lundstrom
Preparedness & Support Section Manager
Work (206) 407-6975
9114 ASSOCIATED MEMBERSHIP
Federal Representatives
Department of Commerce (NOAA)
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone:
Alternate Rep:
Dr. Sharon Christopherson
Region Ten Scientific Support Coordinator
NOAA - Haz Mat/N/OMA 34
7600 Sand Point Way
Seattle, WA 98115
Work (206) 526-6829
24 hour (206)536-6317
Fax (206) 526-6329
Pager (800)759-7243 PIN # 5798807
Email Christopherson@hazmat.noaa.gov
Denise Gruccio
Email Denise Gruccio@hazmat.noaa.gov
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Department of Defense
United States Navy
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone: Work
Fax
24 hour
Alternate:
Title:
Work
Email
Department of Transportation
Representative:
Address:
Telephone: Work
24 hour
Fax
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Telephone: Work
24 hour
Fax
Email
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Mr. James D. Schempp
Deputy Regional Environmental Coordinator, N4
Naval Base Seattle
1103 Hunley Road
Silverdale, WA 98315-1103
(360) 315-5400
(360)315-5009
(360)315-5400
Mr. Sven Eklof
Oil Spill Coordinator, N46
(360)315-5460
seklof@cnbs.navy.mil
(USCG)
Commanding Officer
Pacific Strike Team
Hangar 2, Building 390
Hamilton AFB, CA 94934-5001
(415)883-3311
(415)437-3700
(415) 883-7814
Commanding Officer
On Scene Coordinator (OSC)
U. S. Coast Guard
Marine Safety Office Portland
6767 N. Basin
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 240-9355
(503) 240-9301
(503) 240-9308
mhall@pacnorwest.uscg.mil
Commanding Officer
On Scene Coordinator (OSC)
U. S. Coast Guard
Marine Safety Office Puget Sound
1519 Alaskan Way South
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Seattle, WA 98134
Telephone:
Work (206)217-6205
24 hour (206) 217-6232
Fax (206)217-6345
Email mboothe@pacnorwest.uscg.mil
Federal Highway Administration
Representative:
Title:
Address:
Curnis King
Hazmat Program Manager
Federal Highway Administration
Koin Center
222 S.W. Columbia Street
Portland, OR 97201
Telephone:
Work (503) 326-2053
24 hour (503)591-8557
Fax (503) 326-3928
9120 Area Committee Organization
The Northwest Area Committee is jointly chaired by the Captains of the Port (COTP) for
Puget Sound and Portland and a Regional EPA designate. Washington, Oregon, and
Idaho lead response agency representatives serve as co-vice chairs. Members have
voice and vote at all Area Committee proceedings. Robert's Rules of Order govern all
meetings. Motions will be carried by a simple majority of votes cast by member
agencies but most decisions are arrived at by consensus. The Area Committee meets
as determined by the membership but at least semiannually. Workgroups meet as
necessary. The Area Committee does not constitute a formal Federal Advisory
Committee; therefore each agency is responsible for funding its own participation.
9121 Area Committee Members
The Northwest Area Committee includes member-representatives from the following:
Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Puget Sound
Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Portland
Environmental Protection Agency Region Ten
Washington Department of Ecology
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
Idaho State Emergency Response Commission
National Park Service
Department of the Interior
Department of the Navy
Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Participation at Northwest Area Committee meetings includes tribal representatives,
public, and other members of the spill response community.
9122 Steering Committee
The steering committee, made up of planners from member agencies recommends
information to be included in and drafts the ACP. It coordinates research, collects and
assembles data, and revises the ACP. The steering group also oversees the overall
process, schedules meetings, develops agendas and oversees all workgroups.
9123 Workgroups
Workgroups are established as needed to address specific subjects, unique problems,
etc. Membership on these workgroups may include representatives from industry,
environmental groups, cleanup contractors, and other interested parties. Workgroups
may include facility owners/operators, shipping company representatives, cleanup
contractors, emergency response officials, marine pilots associations, academia,
environmental groups, consultants, response organizations, and concerned citizens.
Local community members may be a valuable source of information for workgroups
regarding local knowledge of resources, oceanographic, weather and logistical
problems.
9123.1 Joint Information Center
This group provides a forum for the spill response community to discuss issues relating
to public affairs and press coverage in advance of a response. Among the issues the
group addresses are use of a Joint Information Center (JIC), review and approval of
press releases and coordination of contacts with the press and electronic media. This
group developed the Information Officer Section of this plan (Section 2220).
9123.2 Equipment and Resources
This workgroup assembles information about response equipment owned by public and
private entities in the Area and retains that information in a database. The workgroup
developed the Equipment Resources Section located in Section 5511 of this plan.
9123.3 Incident Command System (ICS)
This workgroup reviews traditional incident command system structures in light of
unified command principles and determines modifications appropriate to oil and
hazardous materials responses. The workgroup makes recommendations on how ICS
will be used during a spill/incident in the area. The workgroup establishes criteria for
determining suitability of command post locations for a response. The workgroup
reviews potential sites, develops floor plans for ICS Sections and develops memoranda
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of understanding between facility owners and Area Committee agencies. This
workgroup developed the ICS material in this plan (located in Chapter 2000).
9123.4 In-Situ Burn
This workgroup analyzes the information available about the health and environmental
effects of in-situ burning and evaluates the risks and tradeoffs (see Section 4600).
9123.5 Communications
This workgroup conducts surveys of communications capabilities and equipment in the
area. It identifies gaps in radio and telephone coverage, coordinates frequency
management and allocation, and addresses other technical issues such as how to
communicate across different frequencies during a response. It is also responsible for
developing interagency agreements and memoranda of understanding on
communications-related issues. (See Section 5300)
9123.6 Exercise
This workgroup was formed for the purpose of encouraging consistency among agency
exercise evaluation programs; developing and distributing a calendar where agencies,
facilities, and vessels can announce planned drills and exercises; and determining how
information gathered from exercises and evaluations of actual responses can be used
to update existing GRP and ACP information. See Section 9200 for additional
information.
9123.7 Hazardous Materials
This Workgroup evaluates responses to hazardous substance releases and makes
recommendations for inclusion in the Area Contingency Plan. (See section 7000)
9123.8 Geographic Response Plans
This workgroup coordinates the production, maintenance and format of geographic
response plans for Oregon, Washington and Idaho. The workgroup strives to achieve
similarity among GRPs to ensure rapid implementation (first 24 hour response
strategies) in the event of an oil spill in specific geographic locations. This workgroup
also considers the issues regarding National Historic Preservation and Endangered
Species. The workgroup is to provide documentation and procedures to protect their
ecological and cultural integrity for the benefit of current and future generations.
9123.9 Marine Firefighting
This workgroup establishes a process whereby marine firefighting concerns can be
addressed by representatives from the U.S. Coast Guard, Washington State
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Department of Ecology, local fire departments and other interested agencies. The
workgroup will explore the issues of funding, training, liability, MOA's between agencies
and other pertinent issues.
9123.10 Shoreline Countermeasures
This workgroup was developed to assess the need for shoreline cleanup; select the
most appropriate cleanup method; determine priorities for shoreline cleanup; document
the spatial oil distribution over time and maintain internally consistent historical records
of shoreline oil distribution.
9200 Plan Review and Process
9210 Plan Implementation
Agencies signatory to this plan must participate in a training process to ensure
familiarity with its contents. Other participating agencies are encouraged to use this
plan in all response training. Signatory agencies agree to establish an annual training
program within their agencies to ensure that all parties:
© Understand and are fully aware of their respective roles and responsibilities,
o Understand their role in the Unified Command System (UCS).
® Understand how their agency coordinates and communicates with other parties
and agencies.
• Understand what and where their assignments will be at a spill scene
« Understand the overall level of commitment their agency is to devote to spill
response operations
© Understand how they will be notified and when to respond to such notification.
Agency spill responders and key personnel are required to read this plan on an annual
basis. Each agency is responsible for regular review of this document. The use of
open- and closed-book examinations for training purposes is encouraged.
9220 Exercises
The Federal and state agencies signatory to the Northwest Area Contingency Plan
agree to adopt exercise policy consistent with the national guidance on exercise known
as the National Preparedness for Response Exercise Program (PREP). The PREP
guidance calls for four frequencies of exercises: quarterly, semi-annually, annually, and
triennially, depending on the group holding the exercise. Government and industry will
hold exercises, each initiating them according to the recommended PREP frequency.
The very large, triennial exercises will be scheduled through the National Strike Force
Coordination Center (NSFCC). Note that the triennial exercises are scheduled based
on Federal jurisdiction. Therefore for the Northwest Area, triennial exercises may be
scheduled such that one takes place each year since there are three Federal
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jurisdictions. However, exercise scheduling will be coordinated to involve multiple
jurisdictions whenever possible'.
Typically, the groups holding exercises under PREP include oii handling facilities, tank
vessels, pipeline, and Federal agencies such as the Coast Guard and EPA. Individual
states are expected to tailor the PREP guidance to suit state needs and priorities
without altering their approach to the point of inconsistency with the Federal program.
For example, the Washington State Department of Ecology will require annual
exercises of its oil handling facilities, but this required annual drill will be the same one
which meets the Federal requirement. The only difference is that Ecology will likely
attend and evaluate the drill while the Federal agencies will see the annual exercise as
"self-evaluated" under the PREP approach.
9221 Exercise Scheduling
Exercise scheduling is vital to the success of a national and regional program. Large
sums of money and time are involved, particularly for large exercises. Coordinated
scheduling allows key players to be available and budgets to be planned. Exercises
will be scheduled in two ways depending on their frequency. Large triennial or "Area"
exercises as PREP calls them will be scheduled through the National Strike Force
Coordination Center in coordination with regional agencies and industry. Smaller
annual drills will be scheduled through a clearinghouse working within the Northwest
Area Committee. This scheduling function is a task of the Exercise Workgroup.
9222 Exercise Evaluation
PREP sees exercise evaluation as "self evaluation". Federal agencies will likely not
evaluate exercises smaller than the triennial "Area" drills, but may attend a sampling of
those given. States may attend and evaluate more exercises depending on their staff
workloads. Criteria by which Area drills will be evaluated will be established by the
NSFCC. Evaluation criteria for smaller, annual drills will be developed by the Exercise
Workgroup under the Northwest Area Committee.
9223 Exercise Workgroup
The Exercise Workgroup was chartered in 1994. It is tasked with establishing uniform
criteria for response exercises conducted in the Area. Additionally, the group also
addresses coordination of exercise scheduling, and promotes the use of Geographic
Response Plans during exercises. Workgroup products will be incorporated in an
update to this plan.
9224 Exercise Debriefing
Following spill exercises, debriefing sessions are frequently conducted to include all
relevant Federal and state personnel. Any other interested personnel from other than
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primary response agencies, local responders, and contractors may also be invited to
participate in the debrief. Debriefs are driven by original exercise objectives. The
debrief may include, but is not be limited to: .
• Notification
• Action Plans
• Evaluation and initiation of action
• Investigation
® Operations
® Communication
• Natural resource protection
• Wildlife rescue and rehabilitation
® Site security/traffic control
® Safety
• Public Affairs
• Funding/contracting
© Disposal
• Dispersant use issues
o Conflicts
• ICS
Necessary records of each exercise should be kept for three years. These records
shall include dates, personnel present/participating in ICS positions, and a summary of
the exercise to be made available to all participants and the public at large. These
reports will be used to update this plan.
9230 Revision/Update Requirements
The Northwest Area Contingency Plan shall be reviewed and updated annually by the
Area Committee The main volume Area Contingency Plan and all Geographic
Response Plans shall be reviewed to ensure all information is current, with particular
emphasis on the following areas:
• Emergency notification list
• Response equipment information
(type and amount of equipment available)
9231 Plan Review/Update Process
The Steering Group will receive recommendations for Plan revisions from workgroups,
exercises/drills, training, NWACP RRT Co-Chair Guidance and other interested parties
at least two months prior to the update cycle. Any substantial changes must be
submitted in electronic format.
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Northwest Area Contingency Plan
Update
Plan
Review
Phase
Exercises/ Drills
Lessons Learned
NWACP RRT
Co-Chair Guidance
Changes to the plan should be recorded on the Record of Changes page.
9300 Planning Assumptions • Background Information
9400 Spill & Discharge History
9500 SPILL SCENARIOS
9510 General
An important part of contingency planning is anticipating the effects of a spill and
preparing in advance for the response to spills likely to occur in the area. This chapter
outlines responses to three levels of response scenarios: the worst-case discharge (the
complete discharge of a vessels cargo in adverse weather conditions, 35-million
gallons), the maximum most probable discharge (the largest historical spill in the area -
up to 250,000 gallons), most probable discharge (the "average" spill up to 100 gallons)
for each of the two areas covered by this plan (Puget Sound Area, Portland Area), and
also a single worst-case discharge scenario for the inland EPA Region Ten Area. Note
that scenario discussions are separated by federal jurisdictions. This is because the
requirement to develop scenarios is a federal one. These scenarios cover the range of
spills likely to occur. At this time, the Area Committee is only required to develop these
scenarios for oil discharges. The Area Committee will address scenario development
for releases of hazardous substances in a future release of this plan.
9520 Worst-Case Discharge
The worst-case discharge scenario is based on:
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o In the case of a vessel, a discharge in adverse weather conditions of its entire
cargo.
o For a facility, the largest foreseeable discharge in adverse weather conditions.
For determining the worst-case discharge scenario for a vessel, the largest vessels
which call at the ports in the area must be considered. Examination of the vessel
routes identifies the hazards and the risks of collision.
For considering worst-case discharge scenarios from facilities, the amount and type of
cargo transferred and stored as well as the facilities operating histories is significant.
For coastal waters, only vessel scenarios will be discussed in this release; facility
scenarios will be discussed for inland waters and added for coastal waters in a later
release.
9521 Historical Spill Considerations
The largest historical spill in MSO Portland's Area was the result of the collision
between the tank barge NESTUCCA and her tug OCEAN SERVICE on 22 December
1988 near buoy 5 at the entrance to Grays Harbor, Washington. Approximately
227,000 gallons of bunker C spilled into the Pacific Ocean.
As a historical consideration it is important to note here that larger spills in the Columbia
River that eventually reach and depart the mouth of the river will generally move north
and even out of the Portland zone.
The largest historical spill in the Puget Sound zone was the result of the grounding of
the tank vessel ARCO ANCHORAGE in Port Angeles, Washington on 21 December
1985. Approximately 239,000 gallons of crude oil was spilled into Port Angeles Harbor.
A recent analysis of historical oil spills within the Puget Sound Area from 1981 to 1989,
clearly shows that the most common release of oil occurs during fuel transfer
processes, most commonly associated with smaller vessels releasing a maximum of
several hundred gallons of marine diesel fuel. The few recent larger events include the
Arco Anchorage, MCN5 Barge, Nestucca, and Tenu Maru, each discharging petroleum
products in the 200,000 gallon range. Discharges from shore facilities are generally
related to human error, while larger vessel releases are generally caused by both
human error and equipment failure.
9522 Hazard Assessment
There are a number of species of whales, dolphins, and pinnipeds that inhabit the
waters of coastal Washington and Oregon. Information about specific effects of direct
oil spill contact is uncertain. It appears that smooth-skinned cetaceans can suffer minor
skin damage. The effects of oil by ingestion or inhalation are not known. Sea otters
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and harbor seals are particularly vulnerable to hypothermia and death from oil
contamination.
Of primary concern are threatened and endangered species (bald eagle, peregrine
falcon, snowy plover, brown pelican, etc.), anadromous fishes, marine birds and the
estuarine habitats (including National Wildlife Refuges) along the coast and at the
mouth of the Columbia River. Populations of endangered birds are small and already
at risk due to a number of factors, including loss of habitat, disturbance, and
contaminant loading. As many as 260,000,000 salmonids use the lower Columbia
River each year. Juvenile salmon are particularly sensitive to contaminants as they
undergo physiological changes associated with the transition from a fresh water
existence to a marine environment. Approximately 400,000 sea birds nest along the
coast during the summer months. Sea birds are vulnerable to oil contact as they feed
or rest on the sea surface. The estuaries along the coast (Grays Harbor, Willapa Bay,
Nehalem Bay, Tillamook Bay, Netarts Bay, and other minor bays) and at the mouth of
the Columbia are important ecosystems that provide essential habitat for many species.
In addition to the wildlife concerns, important commercial fisheries exist off the coast of
Washington and Oregon, including bottomfish and mid-water, shrimp and crab.
9523 Risk Assessment
Two factors combine to make tank vessels the most probable source of oil in a
catastrophic situation: the large amount of oil carried and the hazards associated with
vessel movement (grounding, collision, etc.).
The largest tank ships will only be found offshore when loaded, carrying Trans-Alaska
Pipeline (TAPS) oil from Alaska to California. Vessels with capacity of more than two
million barrels have been used for this purpose in the past, but today, the largest vessel
involved in the TAPS trade is a 228,000 DWT tank ship with a 1.7 million barrel
capacity. The standard route will keep these vessels no less than 200 miles off our
coast provided there is a radio officer on board, otherwise, the vessel would be required
to stay within 150 miles from shore.
Fortunately the hazards associated with a vessel operating so far from shore have a
much lower probability of occurrence than if the vessel was operating close to shore.
There are no islands or shallow areas on which to ground the vessel. The small
number of vessels operating in that area reduces the chance of collision. The only
other likely incidents which could lead to a large discharge of oil are structural failure,
fire, or explosion.
The Puget Sound region and the international waters between Canada and the U.S. are
the primary high-risk sites for oil spill incidents in Washington State. Of West Coast
ports, Puget Sound has the heaviest vessel traffic and the most dangerous marine
conditions. During 1988 alone, large petroleum vessels shipped a total of 243 million
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barrels of petroleum within Puget Sound and the Strait of Juan De Fuca (186 million by
tanker and 57 million by barge). Vessel traffic in the Puget Sound area is primarily
directed towards the six major ports and Naval facilities listed below. Historically, a
large percentage of the accidental discharges have occurred at these ports while ships
were in anchorage or while bunkering. From 1984 to 1989, approximately 37 percent of
all reported discharges were from vessels in the vicinity of these ports with an additional
34 percent being reported from undetermined sources located in these areas:
• Port of Seattle
• PortofTacoma
o Port of Bellingham
• Port of Olympia
• Port of Everett
o Port of Anacortes
• Portland/Vancouver
The ships mentioned above transit the Portland zone, traveling to and from the Portland
ship repair yard, but only when empty. Their loaded draft far exceeds the river channel
depth. Smaller tanks vessels made 96 visits to the Portland area in 1988 moving a total
of 8.6 million barrels of oil.
The largest of these vessels are the 40,631 DWT vessels with 306,897 bbl capacity,
and more than half the vessels being 39,836 DWT or larger with at least 275,000 bbl
capacity.
The operation of such large vessels within the confines of the Columbia River system
creates a relatively high probability of collision or grounding. However, the sandy
bottom of the river tends to minimize damage due to grounding. This would not be true
if an incident occurred during a Columbia River Bar crossing. A relatively small incident
could easily lead to the total loss of a vessel. Of course, fire, explosion and problems
associated with the transfer of cargo could also lead to discharges of oil. An incident at
the Columbia River Bar is relatively likely and the possibility of a total loss of a tank
vessel is not inconceivable. Fortunately, oil could only enter the river during a flood
tide, and could only travel upriver as far a Pillar Rock (river mile 22) as that is as far
upriver as the river surface flow actually reverses.
9524 Worst-case Scenario 1
The following description is a hypothetical incident. Locations and events described are
for planning and evaluation purposes only.
9524.1 Situation
A fully-laden, inbound tank vessel is involved in a grounding at Buckeye Shoals in
Rosario Straits of Puget Sound. Damage to the vessel is extensive. All of the vessel's
tanks have been ruptured, as well as the engineering spaces and the pumprooms.
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Damage has also occurred to the vessel's side plating down the entire length on one
side of the vessel. As a result of the extensive damage, the vessel sinks within five
hours of grounding, allowing the release of approximately 35 million gallons of North
Slope Alaskan Crude Oil into the environment.
• Location: Buckeye Shoals, Rosario Straits, Washington (48-37.27 N, 122-43'.43 W)
• Amount: Approximately 35 million gallons is released.
• Securing Source: None possible
• Areas at Risk: Most of Northern Puget Sound and most of the Straits of Juan de
Fuca, including Canada's Vancouver Island.
• Time of Year: March
• Weather: Weather is typically bad for this time of year with heavy rain squalls,
limited visibility. Infrequent periods of fair weather occur, providing moderate
visibility between rain squalls.
9524.2 Key Assumptions
• Initial containment and recovery operations will commence within six hours.
• All required skimmers and booms will be on scene within 72 hours.
• Weather conditions will not affect operations, nor the type of equipment utilized.
• No resources will be available from Canada.
• Of cleanup gear currently staged in Puget Sound, the following restrictions will
apply:
75% of contractor equipment available
100% of Coop gear available
50% of USN Resources available
0% of Facility Resources available
9524.3 Initial Action
A general response strategy is outlined below, and was used to help develop the list of
shortfalls.
• Primary recovery efforts will be slanted toward open water recovery by skimming
vessels.
• Immediate approval will be sought by the OSC for the use of dispersants.
• The appropriateness of in-situ burning will be evaluated immediately by the OSCs.
• Rigging of defensive boom and skimmers, of those areas projected to be impacted
within the first 72 hours, will begin immediately, and is expected to be completed
within the first 48 hours.
• Initial booming will in accordance with the Geographic Response Plan (GRP) for the
area expected to be impacted within the first 48 hours.
• Containment booming will begin immediately, with the goal being to contain, to the
maximum extent possible, the discharge within its projected 48 hour trajectory. In
addition, booming shall be placed to channel/deflect that which cannot be contained,
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to allow for the maximum opportunity to recover oil from the open water and
minimize the beach impacts.
• Skimmers will initially operate in a free skimming mode, and will fall back to become
skimming points on the containment boom perimeter.
• It is envisioned that the response organization would consist of one central
command center, with 3-4 subordinate command posts.
• All beach clean-up will likely be mechanical means and non-environmentally
damaging to the extent possible.
• The federal and state authorities of both the United State and Canada would
primarily be interested in reducing the threat of pollution.
• The 1980 International Treaty with Canada would apply. Therefore, salvors of either
country would be entitled to conduct operations along the shores of the other
country within 30 miles of the international boundary.
• The more recent 1974 Intervention Convention relating to intervention on the high
seas in the case of oil pollution casualties authorized the coastal state to take such
measures on the high seas as may be necessary to prevent, mitigate, or eliminate
grave danger to their coastline from pollution or threat thereof in case of a casualty.
While this could complicate the problem for the salvor, the assumption is made that
both states will refrain from interfering with prompt efforts by salvors to reduce the
threat of pollution.
•
9524.4 Response Organization
This scenario would qualify as a Spill of National Significance. An Incident Command
System (ICS) consisting of federal and state authorities in collaboration with the
responsible party would execute the cleanup effort.
9524.5 Strategies
See the Geographic Response Plans for North Puget Sound, Central Puget Sound and
the San Juan Islands.
9524.6 Resources and Shortfalls
Should a worst-case event occur in the Puget Sound area, it is unlikely that the
combined organizations and inventories of the area's federal, state, and local
governments and the marine community would be sufficient to mount a successful
response. Strike Force resources would be required as well as any and all other
resources which could be identified. Due to the practical aspects of logistics, shorelines
will be impacted; birds, fish, and mammals will die; multitudes will suffer economically;
and a large portion of the area will be ruined aesthetically for a period of time in spite of
the best efforts of the best plans and personnel available to manage the response.
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9524.7 Disposal Options
Disposal is discussed in Chapter 4000 in some detail. The only additional information
that must be taken into consideration is the increase in waste volumes to be expected
in a worst-case event. The process and options available remain the same, the level
and extent of use are the variables.
9524.8 Time to Clean Up
Obviously projecting clean up timetables is a less than exact science. While one group
may decide that the economics of continued action is such that no further practical
gains may be expected, other interested parties may feel the task is only beginning.
One only needs to look at the five-year old Exxon Valdez spill to see that "cleaned up"
is not a physical description but an economic, legal, ethical, and physical description.
Should such a worst-case event befall the Puget Sound area, we can expect that even
initial full-blown efforts will last for at least six months with some change in the cleanup
resources in play. Skimmers and barges will give way to beach cleanup crews and
oiled waste hauling and disposal contractors. In future releases of this Plan, a detailed
equipment usage timetable and a breakdown of anticipated shortages will be
presented.
9530 Maximum Most Probable Scenarios for the Coastal Area (To be developed)
The maximum most probable discharge scenario is based on the size of the largest
recorded spill, traffic flow through the area, hazard assessment, risk assessment,
seasonal considerations, spill histories, and operating records of facilities and vessels in
the area.
9540 Most Probable Discharge Scenarios for the Coastal Area
The most probable discharge scenario is based on the size of the average spill in the
area. When determining most probable discharge, any unusually large spill, which
would skew the value, was specified to not be included in the average figure.
9541 Historical Spill Considerations
Historically, Seattle, Portland, Tacoma, and the Lake Washington Ship canal have the
highest rate of most probable spills. The primary reason is due to an automatic bilge
pump discharging dirty bilge water. Other common sources are fishing and recreational
vessels refueling at small fuel facilities and freight ships bunkering from barges.
9542 Hazard Assessment
These type spills occur throughout the area, including the ports and harbors of Olympia,
Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, Bellingham, Anacortes, Bremerton, Port Townsend, Port
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Angeles, the San Juan Islands, Vancouver, Portland, Longview, St. Helens, Astoria,
Coos Bay, Willapa Bay, Grays Harbor, Umpqua River, and Yaquina Bay. These are all
locations where there are marinas, industrial areas, and locations of marine transfer
facilities. The pacific Northwest has approximately 16,500 registered fishing vessels,
making up 11 percent of the nation's fishing fleet.
9543 Vulnerability Analysis
The most environmentally sensitive areas are those containing wetlands.
9544 Risk Assessment
Spill History tells us that a majority of the most probable spills occur due to a bilge
pump from a recreational or fishing boat. The hazard assessment section shows that
moorage facilities in proximity to sensitive wetlands pose higher risk. The marina's in
the more remote areas also tend to have lower slip fees and often older boats that
receive less maintenance or attention. The operation of a vessel in such a state of
repair, in proximity to a sensitive wetland, is a considerable risk.
Because of the heavily industrialized nature of Portland, Seattle/Tacoma and the Lake
Washington Ship canal, the risk of environmental impact is reduced. Oiling will occur
on the surfaces of man-made structures, piers, and riprap. Commercial vessel traffic,
local commerce and recreational boating traffic may be impacted if a waterway is
required to be closed.
9550 Seasonal Considerations
The worst season for a spill in the Pacific Northwest is springtime. Viable salmon runs
may be particularly vulnerable during the months of February and March. Bird
migration periods run from x to x.
9560 Most Probable Case Scenario 1
9561 Situation
A small fishing boat sinks during the early morning hours at her mooring in Yaquina bay
on an incoming tide.
• Location: The vessel is moored at Newport within the breakwater of Yaquina Bay,
Oregon (44-37.5N, 124-03.0W).
• Amount: The boat is sunk with 500 gallons of fuel and 20 gallons of lube oil on
board. The fuel is leaking out through tank vents and loose fill caps. A good
amount of the lube oil has come out of the open lube oil container.
• Securing Source: Since the vessel is sunk, the source can only be secured by
divers or by raising the vessel.
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• Areas at Risk: The wetlands of Yaquina Bay and Kings Slough are at immediate
risk. Because of the extensive amount of shallows, the bay is very important
biologically, playing a vital role in primary production and providing nurseries,
breeding grounds, critical habitats, and nesting areas for numerous organisms. The
bay sustains a commercial oyster industry and salmon aquaculture industry.
• Time of Year: Late spring.
• Weather: Early morning hours with fog.
9562 Key Assumptions
A key assumption which increases the difficulty of the response and cleanup is that
there is no responsible party initially identified.
9563 Initial Actions
The initial report comes from a marina employee who reports the spill to the Coast
Guard Station at Yaquina Bay. The amount of oil is not known but the report has
described the large extent of the sheen and the visible portions of the sunken boat.
The MSO is immediately notified and begins an immediate recall of a response team
and staff to address the spill. The local Coast Guard unit is requested through Group
North Bend to send a boat to the scene to further investigate. Notifications to the
National Response Center, Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, and local
government are initiated during the first hour. The response team is dispatched within
an hour's time and will drive to the scene.
Between hour and two and three, the pollution investigating team is on scene and, as
yet, no responsible party is identified. The small boat station has deployed 150" of
sorbent boom partially around the vessel from their supplies. Although darkness and
fog hamper the team's efforts at reconnaissance, they are able to estimate the
significant extent of the spill. Considering this and the lack of responsible party, the
response team reports the need to federalize the case to the FOSC. They recommend
immediate notification in order to begin cleanup at first light. Based on the information
in the Yaquina Bay Geographic Response Plan (GRP) and on sight observation the
response team recommends protection and collection booming as an initial action. A
shallow draft self-propelled skimmer or small barge mounted skimmer will also be
required. Divers will be required to plug the leaking fuel vents and raise to the boat.
The unified command will set up at the USCG Station on Naterlin Drive. The South
Beach Marina will serve as a staging area for the contractor. The Scientific Support
Coordinator (SSC) is requested to assist with damage assessment. Coast Guard Air
Station North Bend is requested to conduct an overflight on the morning of the first day.
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9564 Response Organization
Unified Command as described in detail in Chapter 2 will be established as the
response organization.
9565 Strategies
The strategy for containment and cleanup is as follows: During the first day the vessel
will be boomed off and protective booming strategies will be assessed and prioritized as
per the GRP. Protection boom will be placed at the water intakes of the three fish
plants, the Undersea Gardens and the Aquarium. Protection booming will also be
placed at the Aqua fish ladder, the South Beach Marina and the Idaho flats Inlets. A
double protection boom will be placed from the breakwater to shore to close off the
marina. The SSC will assist in determining the shoreline protection & cleanup
measures to be taken. The vessel will eventually be raised and removed from the
water by the third day.
9566 Resources And Shortfalls
The equipment required will include a shallow water skimmer, several thousand feet of
boom, and several cases of oil snares. A contractor from Portland will be hired to bring
all of the above and to conduct the salvage of the vessel. Due to recall, loading and
transportation, it will require 5-6 hours to arrive on scene. No shortfalls of equipment or
personnel are anticipated. The most significant shortfall is the amount of time it will
require for equipment to arrive on scene.
9567 Disposal Options
Disposal will be handled by the contractor with no anticipated problems.
9568 Time To Clean-Up
The clean-up is expected to take 3-5 days depending on penetration of oil into the
marsh vegetation. All floating oil would be collected during the first two days.
9570 Most Probable Case Scenario 2
9571 Situation
A foreign freighter spills an initial estimate of 500-600 gallons bunker C into the water
late on a Friday evening while taking on bunkers on a ebb tide.
• Location: The vessel is moored in the turning basin of the Blaire waterway in
Tacoma, WA at the Pierce County Terminal,
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• Amount: The initial report of 500 gallons is determined to be low. The estimate is
raised to 3,000 gallons the next morning and raised again to 4,000 gallons on the
fifth day of the clean-up.
• Securing Source: The source is secured mechanically.
• Areas at Risk: The Blair waterway is a two mile long industrial port area lined by
exposed rocky shore or seawall ending a cul de sac turning basin. The areas at risk
are somewhat limited by the geography. There is a nesting bird colony on top of the
bank of the northern shore which the local community has taken on as their own.
The waterway is a salmon run.
• Time of Year: June
• Weather: Late evening with light rain. The air temperature is 45° F arid the water
temp is 49° F. Winds are light and variable.
9572 Key Assumptions
A key assumption for this scenario is that the foreign freighter is covered by the
Washington State Maritime Commission and calls on the Marine Exchange to represent
them. The freighter company immediately accepts responsibility for the spill.
The total amount spilled is not initially known. The initial estimate was low and was
increased at the first ICS briefing to approximately 3,000 gallons in the water and 500
gallons on.deck. The cause of the spill is still undetermined.
9573 Initial Actions
The initial report is made immediately to the Marine Exchange. The prime pollution
response contractor is called with an ETA of one hour. The National Response Center
(NRC), MSO Puget Sound and the Washington State Department of Ecology area also
notified. The tankerman of the bunkering barge notifies his company who immediately
calls the Marine Exchange to confirm action by them.
The MSO begins an immediate recall of a response team and staff to address the spill.
Between hour one and two, the pollution investigating team is on scene. The contractor
is already on scene when they arrive and is commencing a cleanup by booming off the
vessel. Darkness hampers assessment efforts but the contractor begins skimming
stray pockets of oil outside the boomed area and deploys a secondary boom across the
mouth of the turning basin. The FOSC federalizes the case. The following
organizations are notified: DEM, DOI, WSMC, D13 (CMDCEN), Coast Guard inspectors
are notified.
The unified command, consisting of the Coast Guard, Washington State, and the
Contractor set up their mobile command posts at the Pierce County terminal. The
Scientific Support Coordinator (SSC) is requested to assist with damage assessment.
Coast Guard Air Station Port Angeles is requested to conduct an overflight in the
morning.
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9574 Response Organization
Unified Command
9575 Strategies
The strategy for containment and cleanup is as follows. During the first day the oil in
the vicinity of the vessel will be skimmed out. Booming strategies will be assessed and
prioritized by the FOSC, DOE, the contractor, and the SSC. Protection boom will be
placed. The skimmers will transit the waterway. The SSC will assist in determining the
shoreline protection and cleanup measures to be taken. The oil on the vessel will be
cleaned up by the crew. A helo will be hired for overflights.
The clearance of the vessel will be withheld through customs pending the receipt of a
Letter of Undertaking for $25,000 received from the P&l representative.
Several days of high volume, low pressure washing of rip rap and gravel on the turning
basin beach follow. The strategic goal of removing free floating oil and oil that refloats
at high tide creates cleanup objectives based on stages of the tide. Skimming efforts
will continue for several days. The contractor obtains a high pressure sprayer to
remove oil from the waterline of the vessel.
The final state is passive cleaning using pom-pom oil snares which are checked on and
changed out periodically.
9576 Resources and Shortfalls
To be developed.
9577 Disposal Options
Disposal will be handled by the contractor with no anticipated problems.
9578 Time To Clean-Up
The clean-up is expected to take at least 45 days with continuing passive work by the
contractors in the later stages of the clean-up to change out pompoms.
9580 Worst-case Scenario for Inland Area
To be developed.
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9590 Maximum Most Probable Scenarios for Inland Area
The maximum most probable discharge scenario is based on the size of the largest
recorded spill, traffic flow through the area, hazard assessment, risk assessment,
seasonal considerations, spill histories, and operating records of facilities and vessels in
the area.
9591 Maximum Most Probable Scenario for Columbia River Bonneville Dam to
The Dalles Dam
An earthquake measuring 3.2 on the Richter scale has occurred, causing unstable land
masses to collapse on either side of the river. The land slide has completely blocked
both sides of the highway and caused a Union Pacific train to derail and fall into the
Columbia River. The train was carrying chlorine, gasoline, sulfuric acid and sodium
hydroxide in large quantities. The Governor of Oregon requests that the President
declare the area a national disaster. The President of the United States declares the
area a national disaster and assigns a Federal Emergency Coordinator to handle the
response. The Environmental Protection Agency will act only if requested by the
Federal Emergency Coordinator, and, in that respect, will act only in an assistance
mode.
9592 Maximum Most Probable Scenario for Columbia River: The Dalles Dam to
John Day Dam
A semi-truck carrying dry pesticides packaged in individual bags was crossing the
Columbia River northbound on Highway 97 bridge. The driver of an on-coming vehicle
fell asleep at the wheel and moved into the semi-truck's lane of traffic. Reacting on
instinct, the semi-truck driver turned hard away from the oncoming car and drove
through the railing off the bridge. The trailer broke open upon impact with the water,
and the pesticide spilled into the river. A passing motorist calls the Oregon Highway
Patrol. The Highway Patrol is dispatched to the scene and they call the local authorities
in Biggs, Oregon and Maryhill, Washington, and the National Response Center. The
National Response Center will then notify the State and Federal authorities in the area.
The U.S. EPA and Washington State Department of Ecology would be called in
immediately to direct the spill clean-up.
9593 Maximum Most Probable Scenario for Columbia River John Day Dam to
McNary Dam
Barge spill of crude oil. The NOAA number is 11800. Although it would not normally be
considered a major hazard, the shear bulk of the spill and the fact it is in the river gives
cause for concern. The barge ran aground, releasing 300,000 gallons of crude oil into
the Columbia River just below the McNary Dam. There are wildlife preserves in the
area, which is a major consideration in the clean-up.
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9594 Maximum Most Probable Scenario for Columbia River McNary Dam to the
Tri-Cities Area
Emergency Release of Ammonia at the Unocal Chemical facility in Kennewick,
Washington. One of the two 8 million gallon tanks has a one foot by three foot hole,
one foot from the ground and is rapidly releasing ammonia. Ammonia is listed by the
U.S. EPA as an Extremely Hazardous Substance.
Ammonia is stored as a liquid. It is used as a fertilizer, as a refrigerant, and in the
manufacture of other chemicals. Although it is classified as a nonflammable gas, it will
burn within certain vapor concentration limits, and the fire hazard increases in the
presence of oil or other combustible materials. Contact with the liquid can cause
frostbite. Vapors are heavier than air.
The response thus far is merely a non-fire response. It is important to keep the material
out of water sources and sewers. Attempt to stop the leak without exposing personnel
to undue hazards. Use a water spray to knock-down vapors. Vapor knock-down water
is corrosive or toxic and should be diked for containment. Land spill: Dig a pit, pond,
lagoon or holding area to contain liquid or solid material. Dike surface flow using soil,
sand bags, foamed polyurethane, or foamed concrete. Absorb bulk liquid with fly ash
or cement powder. Neutralize with dilute acid. Use mechanical dredges or lifts to
remove immobilized masses of pollutants and precipitates.
Vapors cause irritation of eyes and respiratory tract. Liquid will burn the skin and eyes.
Ammonia is poisonous, and may be fatal if inhaled. Contact may cause burns to skin
and eyes. Contact with liquid may cause frostbite.
The PRP, Local, and State response are unable to handle a spill of this magnitude and
call in the Federal Government after the initial spill response determines that available
resources are not adequate.
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JOINT INFORMATION CENTER
MANUAL
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Public Information
Procedures
for Spill Incidents
Pacific Northwest
Oil Spill
Public Affairs Group
Updated May 1997
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Pacific Northwest Oil Spill Public Affairs Group
The Pacific Northwest Oil Spill Public Affairs Group is an affiliation of public
affairs representatives from federal, state and local agencies. Participants also
include representatives of tribal governments, the oil industry, oil spill response
organizations, public relations firms, Canadian agencies and other interested
parties. The following is a listing of agencies and organizations that have actively
contributed to the development of this document:
4 Washington Department of Ecology
4 Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife
4 Washington Military Department, Division of Emergency Management
4 U.S. Coast Guard
4 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
4 U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
4 National Park Service
4 Clean Sound Cooperative
4 Marine Spill Response Corporation
4 Washington State Maritime Cooperative
4 Maritime Communications Group
4 Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
4 ARCO and Other Oil Industry Representatives
This publication is distributed to assist government agencies, businesses,
organizations and others prepare for major spill incidents. Reproduction of this
publication or portions of this publication should include attribution to the Pacific
Northwest Oil Spill Public Affairs Group.
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Table of Contents
Background 1
Overview 1
Purpose 1
Joint Information System 1
Joint Information Center 2
Notifications 3
Initial Coordination & Public Information Efforts 4
Incident Details 4
Spill Estimates 5
News Releases 5
Single-Agency Special Topic Releases 6
Video Footage 6
On-Scene PIO Needs 7
On-Scene PIO Support for Small/Routine Spill Incidents 8
On-Scene PIO Responsibilities 8
Off-Scene Public Information Assistance/Coordination 9
Off-Scene PIO Responsibilities 9
Establishing a Joint Information Center 11
Joint Information Center Manual: Roles & Responsibilities 12
Lead Public Information Officers 15
Joint Information Center Manager 17
Joint Information Center Deputy Manager 18
Information Coordinators 19
Information Coordinators Operations (Off-Shore Activities) 20
Information Coordinators Operations (On-Shore Activities) 21
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Information Coordinators Environmental (Natural Resource
Damage Assessment Team) 22
Information Coordinators Planning/Logistics/Finance 23
Information Coordinators Special Assistant 24
Media Relations Unit 25
Government Relations Unit 27
Community Relations Unit 28
Production Unit 30
Support Unit 31
JIC Operating Procedures 32
Set-Up 32
Equipment, Resources, & Supplies 33
Information Flow & Processing 34
News Release Review Protocols 36
News Release Distribution 36
Wildlife Rescue/Rehabilitation Information Coordination. 36
Responding to Policy Level or Technical Inquiries 37
Working With On-Scene Reporters 38
Media Pools 39
Working With Reporters At Forward Command Posts 39
Coordinating With Liaisons & Safety Officer 39
VIP Visits & Tours 40
Internal Communications 40
News Media Monitoring 40
JIC Staffing 40
News Briefings & News Conferences 42
Schedule 42
Conducting News Media Briefings & News Conferences 42
Handouts & Graphics 43
Pre-Briefing For Oscs & Other Presenters 43
Elected Officials & Other VIPs 43
Follow-Up 44
Community, Tribal & General Public Information Needs 45
Public Information Appendices
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Appendix A:
Appendix B:
Appendix C:
Appendix D:
Appendix E:
Appendix F:
Appendix G:
Appendix H:
Appendix I:
Appendix J:
Appendix K:
Appendix L:
Appendix M:
Public Affairs Directory
Fax Lists
Initial News Release Checklist
JIC Staffing Status Sheet
Information Gathering, Media Inquiry & Rumor Forms
News Forms
Public Affairs Goals & Objectives
News Conference Planning Worksheets
Risk Communication Information
Commonly Asked Questions During Major Spills
General Questions & Answers About Major Oil Spills
Legislative Contacts
In Situ Burning Information
Spill Reference Documents
Section 1
Section 2
Section 3
Section 4
Section 5
Oil Spill Glossary
Spill Fact Sheets
Incident Command System Background
Oiled Wildlife Response Information (Washington)
Booming & Skimming Diagrams
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(Background
Overview
This document was developed to provide public information guidance for spill
incidents in the Pacific Northwest. This guidance document also includes the Joint
Information Center Manual for major oil spills created in 1993 by the Pacific
Northwest Oil Spill Public Affairs Group. JIC operating procedures developed
from experience during actual incidents and numerous drills have also been
incorporated into this document. Appendices include a public affairs telephone
directory, various forms, an oil spill glossary, and other public affairs materials.
Purpose
The ultimate purpose of public information efforts conducted during an
environmental emergency is to ensure the timely and coordinated release of
accurate information to the news media, government officials and various public
audiences. The procedures contained in this guidance document are intended to
assist public affairs representatives establish, manage and operate an effective spill
response public information effort.
Joint Information System
It is important to note that public information efforts do not have to be co-located
to ensure adequate coordination among various involved agencies and
organizations. In most spill incidents, public information activities are conducted
from each agency's/organization's office. Under these circumstances, a Joint
Information System is established which essentially means that all involved
agencies/organizations and responsible party are communicating about the specific
public information actions they are conducting. News releases may not necessarily
be fully coordinated, but there should be no surprises as to what an agency or
organization is saying to the media.
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Joint Information Center
In the event of major spill incidents, a Joint Information Center will be established.
A JIC involves the co-location of all involved public affairs representatives in
conjunction with the Unified Command to better coordinate public information
activities.
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Notifications
Early notification of public affairs representatives about a spill incident is crucial to
ensure the timely release of accurate information to the news media and the public.
Initial notification can come from a variety of sources including agency spill
responders, other agency public information officers, supervisors, the news media,
etc.
The source of the notification is not as important as the ability to quickly
make contact with the other involved public affairs representatives. Early
communication among agency public information officers is essential to
establishing an effective Joint Information System and, if necessary, a Joint
Information Center. To facilitate early notification/coordination among agencies,
the Pacific Northwest Oil Spill Public Affairs Group has developed a directory (see
Appendix A) of public affairs officials with phone numbers, pagers and cellular
phones.
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During the early stages of an oil spill incident, the U.S. Coast Guard District 13
Public Affairs Office will serve as the clearinghouse for public information
contacts. The Coast Guard office should be contacted — 206-220-7237 (24-hour
#) or Fax 206-220-7245— and provided with the following information:
6 Name(s) of public affairs representative(s)
6 Organization
Phone number
6 Fax number
A list of all the public affairs representatives will be periodically updated and then
faxed to all people on the list (including any responsible parties). It is the
responsibility of the issuing agency or organization to ensure that any news
releases, fact sheets or media advisories are faxed to everyone on the incident
public affairs contact list.
Incident details
Several issues arise in nearly every spill incident that need close coordination by
the lead public affairs officials. These include the details of the spill incident and
initial spill estimates.
Regarding the spill incident, it is important that an agreed upon
statement of facts is developed that accurately and, as fully as possible,
describes what happened. If details are sketchy, the statement may be very short
(several sentences). Where more details are known, the statement will be longer
(several paragraphs or more). The statement should be updated as more
information about the incident is known. The incident statement must be reviewed
and approved by each On-Scene Coordinator or the Unified Command.
This statement will serve as the initial briefing statement for the news media
by all involved public affairs representatives. The statement should also be read by
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all have the same understanding of what occurred before, during and after the
incident occurred (see section on News Briefings & News Conferences).
Spill Estimates
Regarding spill estimates, it is important that an agreed upon approach is
established as soon as possible for how the spill will be described. Because it is
extremely difficult to accurately estimate spills during the initial stages of an
incident, some way of "framing" the spill must be developed. Typical approaches
include providing the media with the spill "potential." For example, if two cargo
tanks are damaged and leaking oil, it would be appropriate to state: "the amount of
oil spilled at this time is unknown but the capacity of the two damaged and leaking
cargo tanks is 100,000 gallons."
Specific spill estimates will be made on a case-by-case basis as a joint
decision among the lead Public Information Officers.
This approach prevents repeatedly updating the amount of the spill or
correcting the figure given for the early estimates. However, the news media
should be provided with a specific spill estimate as soon as a solid estimate is
determined and agreed upon by the OSCs or Unified Command.
The same approach should be used for facilities where tanks are involved
and for pipelines.
All spill figures reported to the news media, elected officials, interested
parties and the public will be in gallons. In written documents, spill figures
should be presented in gallons with the appropriate barrel conversion (1 barrel = 42
gallons) in parentheses: 10,500 gallons (250 barrels).
News Releases
Initial separate news releases likely will be issued by several agencies,
organizations or the responsible party depending on the specific spill
circumstances. Initial news releases may be issued by a federal agency (U.S. Coast
Guard and/or U.S. Environmental Protection Agency), a state agency (Washington
State Department of Ecology with input from the Department of Fish & Wildlife),
the Washington State Maritime Cooperative and the responsible party or parties.
As stated previously, each agency/organization issuing a news release must provide
(through faxing or computer) final copies to all other agencies/organizations
involved in the incident.
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Before a Joint Information Center is established, subsequent news releases
may continue to be issued separately or jointly under the Joint Information Center
news release/update letterhead. The decision to issue separate or joint news
releases should be made by the Lead Public Information Officers.
If joint news releases will be issued under a Joint Information System (where
PIOs are not co-located), each agency is expected to review draft releases as
quickly as possible. If timely review is not forthcoming, the
agency/organization initiating the release can proceed without input from the
non-responsive agency/organization. The Lead PIOs should agree to an
appropriate review period (for example, 30 to 45 minutes) when deciding that joint
releases will be issued.
It is expected that coordinated/joint news releases will be issued whenever a
Joint Information Center is established (where PIOs are co-located).
Single-Agency Special Topic Releases
No matter how news releases are being issued (either separately or jointly), every
agency/organization retains the ability to issue their own single-agency special
topic news release.
When this type of release is planned, all lead agencies/organizations
involved in the spill incident should be advised of the topic and receive courtesy
copies as soon as possible. Lead agencies/organizations may request that the
release be modified or delayed due to the potential impact on the primary
information flow for the overall response effort. However, the agency/organization
initiating the release retains the final decision to issue the news release.
Video Footage
When possible, the Coast Guard, Washington State Department of Ecology,
Washington State Department of Fish & Wildlife or other agencies/organizations
should coordinate efforts to make available video footage of the spill incident if
news organizations have not been able to secure video themselves. The video will
be provided to one of the television news organizations with the understanding that
copies must be made available to other broadcast outlets.
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service has resources and expertise to provide
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be accessed through the U.S. Fish & Wildlife office in Olympia (360) 753-9440
(Regional PIO).
On-Scene PIO Needs
The vast majority of spill incidents do not require on-scene PIO assistance.
However, Lead PIOs should be continually assessing the news media needs for a
particular incident and the need for on-scene PIO help. On-scene PIO coordination
is discussed in following sections.
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The decision to send one or more PIOs to the scene of a spill incident should be
discussed by the Lead PIOs. Because there are many factors that will determine the
need for on-scene PIO support, this decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.
If the decision is made to dispatch a PIO to a spill, the lead agency or
organization closest or able to respond fastest to the scene will send the first
on-scene public information staff. Other lead agency PIOs will send on-scene
public information staff as soon as possible or as appropriate.
Om-Sceee PIO Responsibilities
The first PIO on-scene should report directly and immediately to the appropriate
On-Scene Coordinator. Because there will likely be several OSCs (federal, state &
responsible party*), the PIO must work with this Unified Command to clear
information for release to the news media. Once the PIO has established contact
with the respective OSCs, he/she should:
6 Seek out any on-scene media and make initial contact
6 Establish a public information location & phone contact (vehicle, building,
staging area, etc.)
6 Conduct/coordinate information-gathering efforts
6 Assess staffing and equipment needs (more PIOs needed?, computer/printer?,
JIC needed?)
6 Assess local government/community relations needs
6 Communicate information to "home" offices
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6 Establish media availability for key on-scene responders (OSCs, Natural
Resource Damage Assessment specialists, etc.)
A Produce news releases/updates if possible and efficient.
When working with the OSCs, the on-scene PIO should develop baseline
information (incident details, spill estimate, etc.) and any appropriate core or
special messages (human health/safety issues, environmental concerns, tribal
involvement, etc.). The on-scene PIO should also be able to provide a standard
response to questions regarding enforcement. Typically, the standard response
should be:
"A thorough investigation will be conducted by federal and
state officials regarding the events, activities and actions
surrounding this incident. It is too early in the investigation
at this point to provide any conclusions on exactly why this
incident happened." (or similar language)
Off-Scene Public Information Assistance/Coordination
The lead agencies/organizations should have at least one public affairs
representative assigned to the spill incident available by phone at the
agency/organization office. This is particularly important for the agency providing
on-scene PIO assistance. The Lead PIOs will select one off-scene writer when on-
scene PIO staff are unable to produce news releases/updates at the spill site. Lead
PIOs will also inform each other of any other staff that are responding to news
media phone inquiries.
Off-Scene PIO Responsibilities
Off-scene PIOs typically will:
A Collect information from on-scene spill responders until the on-scene PIO
arrives
A Coordinate information with off-scene staff from their own and other lead
agencies (provide any new information to on-scene PIO as soon as possible)
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4 Coordinate information needs with other agency/organization staff as
appropriate
4 Periodically conduct conference calls with other lead agency PIOs to determine:
• Currently known information/facts
• Status of news writer and media phone staff
• Public affairs contacts for responsible party
• Contacts for local government
• Distribution needs for media and key stakeholders
• Deadlines for news releases & review procedures
• Staffing levels (on and off-scene)
4 Respond to media phone calls
4 Prepare news releases/updates
4 Update agency executive staff
4 Coordinate with other appropriate agencies/officials
Note: It is critical that any new information be shared with lead PIOs and other
media staff before (or at least simultaneously) it is released to the news media. In
situations where PIOs get information first, the information must be run by the
OSCs before it is released. In other words, there should be no surprises.
* Responsible party OSCs may have a variety of titles including Incident Commander. Qualified Individual, P&I Club
Representative, etc
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Establishing a Joint Information Center
The need to establish a formal Joint Information Center will depend on a number of
factors including the size and duration of a spill incident and the decision of the
Unified Command to establish a Command Center. It is important that the Lead
Public Information Officers from the appropriate agencies and the
responsible party discuss the need for a JIC and the space, equipment and
staffing requirements.
The Pacific Northwest Oil Spill Public Affairs Group's "Joint Information
Center Manual: Roles and Responsibilities" (contained in the next section)
provides specific details on the organization of a Joint Information Center. This
manual, which is part of the Northwest Area Contingency Plan, should be utilized
when a JIC is being established.
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Joint Information Center Manual:
Roles and Responsibilities
Introduction
The Joint Information Center Manual is a document that provides guidance for the
organization and operation of a Joint Information Center (JIC). It was conceived and
developed by members of the Pacific Northwest Oil Spill Public Affairs Group, an
affiliation of public affairs representatives from federal, state and local agencies. The
Group also sought input from public affairs representatives of the oil industry and
commercial oil spill response organizations.
Statement of Purpose
The purpose of the JIC is to ensure the timely and coordinated release of accurate
information to the news media, government and public audiences. While individual
agencies and affected parties will continue to address their specific roles and duties in
an oil spill incident, the JIC will serve as the focus of public affairs information
relating to oil spill response activities.
Organization
The JIC is a flexible organization, and has allowances for varying the size of the staff
in response to the magnitude of the spill incident. Similarly, some members of the
Pacific Northwest Oil Spill Public Affairs Group provide a pool of well trained
public affairs specialists that can be used in a "surge capacity." The lead Public
Information Officers (PIOs) for the federal, state, local agencies and when applicable
the responsible party, will oversee the operation of the JIC, and provide the JIC
supervisor guidance on media and community relations issues relating to the
incident.
The JIC Manual outlines:
4 Organization of the JIC
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6 Specific duties and responsibilities of JIC staff
The manual and procedures outlined will serve as the basis for setting up and
maintaining a Joint Information Center in support of the Area Contingency Plan.
Changes or recommendations should be brought to the attention of the Thirteenth
Coast Guard District Public Affairs Officer or the Washington State Department of
Ecology, Spill Program.
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Lead Public Information Officers
Staffing
These positions are held by the senior public affairs representatives for the:
4 U.S. Coast Guard*
4 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency*
4 Washington Department of Ecology (Washington spills)
4 Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (Oregon spills)
4 Responsible party (or parties)
4 Local emergency management agency (or other local agency)
* Depending on spill location and agency jurisdiction
Responsibilities
Lead public information officers report to the unified command and provide public
relations advice and guidance to on-scene coordinators. They are also responsible for
establishing and overseeing the joint information center (JIC). The lead public
information officers will:
4 Ensure that a JIC is established and fully functioning including adequate staffing
and equipment
4 Establish public information goals and objectives for the spill incident that
ensures accurate and timely information to the news media, citizens,
governmental officials, elected officials, tribal representatives and other interested
parties
4 Speak to policy issues regarding their respective agencies or company
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4 Provide direction on handling controversial and sensitive spill response issues
including use of dispersants, in situ burning, drug testing, enforcement
investigations, news media access, etc.
4 Receive input on issues from the JIC supervisor
4 Establish a schedule for news conferences, briefings and public informational
meetings
4 Prepare on-scene coordinators for news conferences and briefings
4 Assist with logistics for VIP tours/visits
4 Assess need for dispatching public information staff to remote locations
4 Resolve disputes that may arise regarding public affairs issues between agencies
and responsible parties
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Joint Information Center Manager
Staffing
This position will be held by an experienced public affairs/information specialist with
working knowledge of oil spill response issues and the Incident Command System.
Responsibilities
The JIC manager is responsible for managing the joint information center under the
direct guidance of the lead public information officers. The JIC manager will:
4 Ensure public information staff are assigned to appropriate positions within the
joint information center (information coordinators, media relations, production,
support, government relations & community relations)
4 Assess skills, capabilities and interests of available public information staff (with
the assistance of the lead public information officers) and match staff with
appropriate positions when possible
4 Review information supplied by information coordinators and determine
appropriate method for dissemination (See JIC Operating Procedures for more
details)
4 Elevate unresolved or sensitive issues to the lead public information officers
4 Ensure news media updates, news releases and fact sheets are distributed to JIC
staff, command post staff, on-site news media, off-site news media, off-site
agency officials and other interested parties
4 Provide orientation for newly arriving or assigned public information staff (this
task may be delegated to the JIC deputy manager or other staff as appropriate)
4 Procure equipment as needed from Logistic using the proper forms
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Staffing
This position will be held by an experienced public affairs/information specialist and
typically will be from a different agency/organization than the JIC manager.
Reports to the JIC manager and carries out assignments as given. The JIC deputy
manager manages the Media Relations, Government Relations and Community
Relations Production and Support units and is expected to be able to carry out all of
the responsibilities of the JIC manager when necessary. May also be called on to be
JIC manager during the night shift.
See JIC manager for specific responsibilities
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Information Coordinators
Staffing
These positions will be held by experienced public affaire information specialists.
General Responsibilities
Information coordinators report to the JIC manager and are responsible for gathering
specific information about the spill response effort directly from sections in the
Unified Command organization. Information coordinators will work closely with the
appropriate section chief and/or the designated section public information contact.
Information gathered is provided to the JIC manager for dissemination.
Specific Responsibilities
Information coordinators will use status sheets-to help determine what information
and activities should be recorded (see attached forms in Appendix B). Information
coordinators are assigned to:
6 Operations (Off-shore activities)
6 Operations (On-shore activities)
A Environmental (Natural Resource Damage Assessment Team)
6 Planning/Logistics/Finance
A A Special Assistant may also be designated to assist the JIC Manager tracking
down answers to difficult or unusual questions that may arise
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Information Coordinator Operations
(Off-Shore Activities)
The "off-shore" operations information coordinator is responsible for tracking all
spill response efforts that are occurring away from the shoreline (see attached forms
in Appendix B). Typically, the off-shore operations information coordinator will
track:
4 Spill incident details
4 Information on the vessel or vessels involved in the incident such as:
/ Name, ownership, destination & registry
/ Size and type (single hull, double hull, freighter, tanker, etc.)
/ Cargo & fuel
/ Extent of damage to vessel(s)
4 Information on crew status (injuries, missing, etc.) and search & rescue operations
4 Size of the spill
4 Overflight information
4 Information on the spilled material
4 Safety restrictions or advisories
4 The number and activities of oil skimmers and other on-water response operations
(contractors, types of equipment, amount of boom deployed, etc.)
4 Amount of spilled material recovered
4 The stabilization, salvage and other activities directed at the vessel or vessels
involved in the incident
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Information Coordinator Operations
(On-Shore Activities)
The "on-shore" operations information coordinator is responsible for tracking all spill
response efforts that are occurring on or near the impacted or threatened shorelines
shoreline (see attached forms in Appendix B). Typically, the on-shore information
coordinator will track:
6 Initial protection activities (Geographic Response Plans)
4 Locations of equipment and staging areas
6 Number and activities of shoreline cleanup operations
6 Activities directed at protecting environmentally sensitive areas
6 Amount of oil and oiled debris recovered
6 Waste storage and disposal activities
6 Special provisions for local residents (medical monitoring, decontamination stations,
etc.)
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Information Coordinator Environmental
Activities (Natural Resource Damage
Assessment Team)
The environmental information coordinator is responsible for gathering information
from the Natural Resource Damage Assessment Team (see attached forms in
Appendix B). The environmental information coordinator will also work with the
public information staff located at the wildlife rehabilitation center. Typically, the
information coordinator will need to determine:
4 Environmentally sensitive areas impacted or threatened by the spill
4 Fish, marine mammals, birds and other organisms that are impacted or threatened
by the spill
4 Wildlife rescue and rehabilitation efforts
4 Volunteer activities (telephone number) and instructions for citizens wanting to
volunteer
4 Activities are taking place at the wildlife rehabilitation center
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Information Coordinator
Planning/Logistics/Finance
The planning section information coordinator is responsible for gathering
information about spill response activities being conducted in the planning section
(except for the Natural Resource Damage Assessment Team), logistics section and
finance section (see attached forms in Appendix B). Typically, the
planning/logistics/finance information coordinator will track:
4 Incident Action Plan (overall response objectives)
4 Noteworthy logistical activities (equipment from out-of-state, etc.)
4 Claims process information (telephone number)
4 Total number of people involved in the response effort
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Information Coordinator
Special Assistant
During major spill incidents, the J1C Manager should designated a special assistant to
assist with:
4 Tracking down answers to difficult or unusual questions
4 Locating/escorting spill specialists for media interviews
4 JIC staff as needed
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Media Relations Unit
Staffing
Positions in this group are staffed by experienced public affairs/information
specialists that have local knowledge of the area (for example, geographical features)
and the news media.
Responsibilities
The media relations unit reports to the JIC deputy manager and is responsible for
answering news media inquiries from on-site and off-site reporters. This group is
also responsible for setting up facilities for news conferences and briefings.
Following are the specific responsibilities for this group.
Manager — The media relations unit is responsible for ensuring that news media
inquiries are responded to in a timely and accurate manner. Works with the JIC
deputy manager to ensure requests for information are responded to in a timely
manner. Ensures all media relations staff have the most current information on the
spill response effort.
Media Phone Staff will ideally include at least one representative each from the
federal lead agency, state lead agency, responsible party and local government (and
tribal official if possible).
Phone staff will:
& Answer inquiries from the news media
6 Direct reporter calls to appropriate media phone staff when an "agency" or
"responsible party" response is warranted
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4 Provide manager with questions and "rumors" that need to be researched or
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On-site media staff will monitor news coverage and:
6 Provide answers and written materials to reporters who are at the command post
location
6 Work with media relations manager to locate appropriate staff for one-on-one
interviews when warranted
6 Escort reporters and photographers through the command post as necessary
6 Set up facility for on-site news conferences and facilitate "pool" coverage when
necessary
& Provide direction to field locations as appropriate
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The government relations unit reports to the JIC deputy manager and is comprised of
legislative, government specialists or public affairs representatives that have local
knowledge of the area and governmental affairs in Washington state.
The government relations unit is responsible for responding to inquiries from local,
state and Congressional representatives or staff. Coordinates tours. Specific
responsibilities include:
Government Relations Coordinator — Reports to the JIC deputy manager and is
responsible for ensuring that an effective government relations unit is established.
Makes sure activities are coordinated among the various agency liaisons and the
responsible party.
Government Relations Staff:
6 Represent their respective agency or the responsible party
6 Make contacts and provide information on the spill response effort to local, state
and Congressional representatives or staff
6 Provide point-of-contact for governmental representatives including tribes that
want to keep abreast of the spill response effort
6 Coordinate visits and tours by government officials with Government Relations
Unit and/or liaison
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Community Relations Unit
Staffing
The community relations unit reports to the JIC deputy manager and is staffed by
experienced public outreach or public affairs/information specialists that have local
area knowledge.
Responsibilities
The community relations unit is responsible for responding to inquiries from citizens
and organizations. Determines information needs of the local community and
discusses methods to meet those needs with the JIC deputy manager and the lead
public information officers.
Community Relations Coordinator — Reports to the deputy JIC manager and is
responsible for ensuring that an effective community relations group is established.
The community relations coordinator will:
6 Make sure activities are coordinated among the various agencies and the
responsible party
& Determine information needs of the local community (including "rumors") and
discusses methods to meet those needs with the JIC manager/lead PIOs
6 Establish point-of-contact for local citizens to obtain spill information (including
off-site phone teams if appropriate)
6 Convey citizen issues and concerns to the JlCjnanager/lead PIOs
4 Assess need to establish community spill information repository or information
centers
6 Assess possibility of utilizing community cable access
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Community Relations Staff will:
6 Represent their respective agency or the responsible party
6 Respond to inquiries from citizens and local organizations
6 Monitor the "pulse" of the local community
6 Provide "rumor" information to community relations coordinator for assessment
6 Discuss information needs and determines appropriate methods to meet those
needs with the community relations coordinator
Note: Depending on the size of the incident and staff capability. Government and Community Relations may be combined into
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Production Unit
Staffing
The production unit reports to the JIC deputy manager and is staffed by writers and a
graphic designer.
Responsibilities
The production unit is responsible for preparing news releases, updates, fact sheets,
maps and other graphics materials for the news media and the public. Specific
responsibilities include:
Production Unit Manager — Reports to the JIC deputy manager and ensures
written and graphics materials are produced as needed for public dissemination, news
conferences and public meetings.
Writers:
4 Must have solid journalistic abilities and be proficient with
computers/word-processing software (preferably MS Word)
A Prepare news releases, updates and fact sheets as directed by the JIC deputy
manager or the production group manager
Graphic Designer:
4 Prepares maps, status boards and other graphic materials for public dissemination,
news conferences and public meetings
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Support Unit
Staffing
The support unit reports to the JIC deputy manager and is staffed by support staff or
public information specialists.
Responsibilities
The support unit will:
4 Make copies of news releases, fact sheets, updates, etc.
4 Disseminate news releases, fact sheets, updates, etc. to internal (OSCs,
Operations, Planning, Logistics, Finance, Safety) and external recipients (off-site
and on-site media, local community leaders, off-site agency/company
representatives)
4 Maintain status boards (updated hourly)
4 Maintain up-to-date map of spill response actions (updated hourly)
4 Answer phones and take messages
4 Ensure the JIC has necessary office supplies
4 Perform other duties as assigned by the JIC deputy manager
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JIC Operating Procedures
A Joint Information Center is a highly flexible organization that can be expanded
as needed to meet the needs of a particular spill incident. The JIC is also a highly
complex operation that must gear up from scratch into a sophisticated, fast-working
organization comprised of public affairs representatives with various levels of
experience, training and expertise. To ensure the smooth operation of a JIC, the
following procedures should be used a guide:
Set-Up
The JIC must be located within the Command Center and in close proximity to the
Operations Section and the Unified Command. Ideally, the JIC will be located
near the main entrance to facilitate visits/tours from the media, government
officials and other VIPs.
Although the number of telephones, needed will vary with each incident,
adequate lines will be necessary to handlamiedia inquiries, government officials
contacts, community inquiries, a fax machine and a computer/modem connection.
Several phone lines should be reserved for outgoing calls. Space needs include
areas for:
6 Media, government and community phone staff
6 Computer operators (news release writers)
6 Supervisors
6 Work space to collate news releases, fact sheets, etc.
6 Status boards/maps
A Copy and fax machines
6 Other JIC staff (information coordinators, on-site media reps, support staff)
If possible, a portion of the tables or desks should be set up in "IT shaped
formation to facilitate face-to-face communication among JIC
media/government/community phone staff. Additional space outside of the
command center is also needed for media briefings/news conferences and a media
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working area. The media briefing room needs to be large enough to accommodate a
large number of newspaper, television and radio reporters and photographers.
Obviously, the larger or more complex the incident, the larger the media
briefing/news conference room should be. It is also likely that government officials
and other interested parties will attend briefings and news conferences. At a
minimum the room should include a head table, public address system/podium,
chairs, electrical outlets and easels for maps or charts.
The media working area should include working space (tables or desks),
electrical outlets and telephones. There should also be a bulletin board or other area
for posting news releases, messages, etc.
Equipment, Resources & Supplies
Each agency/organization would come to the JIC with as much equipment,
resources and supplies as possible. Typical JIC needs include:
Equipment —
0 Computers (laptop and work station)
H Printers (portable and laser printers)
H Extra printer ink cartridges
S Fax machine
B Copy machine (best to rent/lease including service contract)
S Electrical cords/power surge protectors
H Video camera
H VCR/television monitor (with antenna, cable cord)
B Tape cassette recorder
B AM radio
B Audio multi-box (for radio reporters and television sound technicians)
B Easels
B Time stamp (for information/fact sheets, etc.)
Resources —
£~ Large maps (mounted)
£~ Small area maps (notebook size)
ICQ Small maps (to be filled in)
Nautical charts
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£3 Geographic Response Plans
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£~ Oil spill fact sheets (including MSDS sheets)
£3 JIC news release/update/fact sheet templates
ffl JIC information gathering forms
£3 Media/rumor telephone forms
£~ JIC Manuals (roles & responsibilities/reference)
£9 Marine wildlife reference book
Media directories & local area phone book
fiOFax distribution lists
£~ Congressional, legislative, tribal directories
Supplies —
y Notebooks
y Name tags
y Tape (scotch/masking/duct)
y Pens/pencils/markers/highlighters
y Clip boards
y Printer paper (white & colored)
y Paper towels
y Marker board cleaner
y 3-ring notebooks & dividers for all JIC staff
y 3-hole punch
y Map overlay material
y File folders
y Stapler/extra staples
y Scissors
y Push pins
Information Flow & Processing
Gathering and disseminating information about the spill cleanup effort is one of the
most important function^ of the JIC. It is also one of the most difficult and
challenging aspects of the overall spill public affairs effort.
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The JIC Manual outlines the responsibilities of the various staff involved in
the gathering, production and dissemination of information (Information
Coordinators, JIC Supervisor, Writer). However, the precise information flow and
processing is not described in detail. The following procedures are intended to
increase the effectiveness of the information flow in the JIC.
Information Coordinators should use the JIC "information forms" to
facilitate the gathering of pertinent facts and figures regarding the spill response
effort. Also, an additional Information Coordinator, called a "Special Assistant,"
should be designated by the JIC Supervisor to assist in tracking down answers to
difficult or unusual questions that may arise. (The Special Assistant to the JIC
Supervisor will also be available to locate and escort spill specialists for media
interviews or to complete other assignments.)
When an Information Coordinator has gathered up-to-date information,
he/she should make two copies of the form. The two copies should be provided to
the JIC Supervisor (the Information Coordinator can retain the original copy for
personal use/reference). The Information Coordinator should then await further
direction/assignment from the JIC Supervisor.
The JIC Supervisor will review the completed information form and provide
one copy to the Production Unit (or Writer) with instructions on how the
information should be used (to complete a news template, separate news release,
etc.). The JIC Supervisor will then provide the other copy to the JIC staff
responsible for keeping status boards with instructions about what information
should be placed on the status board.
The JIC Supervisor can also request the Information Coordinator to brief the
entire JIC staff about the new or updated information. JIC staff briefings should be
made on a regular basis and can be conducted by the Lead PIOs, Information
Coordinators, OSCs, JIC Supervisors, technical staff, tribal representatives or other
appropriate individuals.
Status boards (flip chart paper) and maps that should be developed include:
6 Unified Command organization (key positions/staff)
* JIC organization (all positions/staff)
~ Key phone numbers
4 Incident map (showing spill status, skimming efforts, GRPs, etc.)
4 Spill status information (to be determined by the JIC Supervisor & status board
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A Rumor list
A Command messages
6 Clip board with all news releases/updates
News Release Review Protocols
It is the responsibility of the Lead PIOs to establish an efficient and effective
re\ iew protocol for approving news releases and updates. When possible, the Lead
PIOs should seek delegation of review authority from their respective OSCs.
News Release Distribution
Every effort should be made to limit the amount of external news release
distribution conducted by the JIC. "Headquarters" staff, news services or faxing
companies should be used whenever possible to fully distribute news releases and
updates. Use of the Internet should also be pursued. In addition to news
organizations and specialized publications, news releases and updates should be
provided to:
4 Agency/organization home offices
6 Local officials
6 Tribal officials
6 Governor's office
6 State representatives
6 Congressional officials
6 Environmental groups
Note: All JIC staff must receive copies of news releases, updates, fact sheets, etc.
as soon as they are finalized for inclusion in each individual's three-ring spill
information notebook.
Wildlife Rescue/Rehabilitation Information Coordination
(Washington State)
Coordinating information about injured or oiled wildlife is done through the
Wildlife Rescue Coordinator (Operations Section) and/or the Natural Resource
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Damage Assessment Team (Operations or Planning Section). The main JIC contact
will be the Environmental Information Coordinator.
The Wildlife Rescue Coordinator will inform the JIC of the appropriate
messages (oiled wildlife reporting line, citizen advisories, materials needed, etc.)
regarding the wildlife rescue and rehabilitation effort that should be provided to the
media. The 1-800 volunteer number should not be publicized by the JIC until
instructed to do so by the Wildlife Rescue Coordinator.
Wildlife "numbers" (number of birds collected live/dead, cleaned,
released, etc.) will be updated and released once a day (the specific time will
be determined during the spill incident).
The Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife will designate a PIO for the
wildlife rehabilitation facility at St. Edward's State Park in Kirkland and at other
sites (primary care facility) as needed. Every effort should be made to coordinate
public information activities between the JIC and PIOs assigned to wildlife rescue
and rehabilitation effort.
Responding to Policy Level or Technical Inquiries
Media inquiries (both by phone and on-scene) frequently address agency policy,
technical details or controversial issues. These inquiries can be handled in a
number of ways:
4 The request is handled directly by the public affairs representative who receives
the inquiry (assuming he/she is qualified, capable and authorized to handle such
requests).
4 The request can be immediately referred to a Media Phone Staffer or On-Site
Media Staffer who is available, qualified, capable and authorized to handle such
request.
4 If appropriate (news briefing about to be held; no knowledgeable spokesperson
available; the inquiry is being researched; etc.), the reporter is told the inquiry can
be addressed at the next news briefing or news conference.
4 The public affairs representative receiving the request completes a "Media
Inquiry" form with specific details of the request and gives the form to the JIC
Supervisor.
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A The JIC Manager or JIC Deputy Manager handles the inquiry with a call-back
or interview with an on-scene reporter.
6 The JIC Manager or JIC Deputy Manager requests the "Special Assistant"
Information Coordinator or other staff to locate a member of the response
organization who can answer the inquiry.
4 The JIC Manager elevates the request to the appropriate Lead PIO.
6 The Lead PIO handles the request directly with a call-back or on-scene
interview.
6 The Lead PIO identifies an appropriate person to handle the request.
A The Lead PIO determines that the issue needs to be addressed to all media and
schedules a media briefing.
6 The Lead PIO determines there is no appropriate answer at this time and
elevates the issue to the Unified Command for either immediate response or
response at the next news conference — the Lead PIO or designee must get back to
the reporter and explain when the information will be available.
Rule of Thumb: No matter how the inquiry is handled,
every effort should be made to get back to the reporter as
soon as possible with the information or to explain when
^ the information will be available.
Working With On-Scene Reporters
On-Site Media JIC Staff are responsible for addressing the needs of reporters that
are at the Command Center. Difficulties can arise when reporters are on a deadline
and need to immediately interview high-level or technical staff.
If the On-Site Media JIC Staff cannot facilitate the interview (or other) needs
of a reporter, he/she should report the situation to the Media Relations Manager or
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JIC Manager (or Deputy JIC Manager) as appropriate. It is up to the Media
Relations Manager or JIC Manager (or Deputy) to either handle the situation
directly or elevate the issue to the Lead PIOs. If the situation is elevated, it
becomes the responsibility of the Lead PIOs to handle the need directly or get an
appropriate response official to conduct the interview.
Media Pools
In situations where access to the spill incident is limited or restricted, a media pool
or series of media tours should be formed. A media pool should only be used after
all other possibilities for site access have been explored. The Lead PIOs will be
responsible for determining the need for a media pool with the On-Site Media JIC
Staff providing support.
Pool reporters should be selected by media representatives on the scene. The
pool should consist of at least one video crew (camera operator, sound technician
& reporter), one still photographer (wire service, newspaper or magazine), one
radio reporter and one newspaper or wire service reporter. All journalists selected
as pool members are expected to supply copy, video, audio or still photos in a
timely manner to all media representatives who request the material.
When possible, additional media pools or media tours should be formed and
conducted on a regular basis allowing different journalists and media organizations
the opportunity to have direct access to the spill scene.
Working With Reporters at Forward Command Posts
As the response effort grows it may be necessary to assign public affairs
representatives to forward command posts. Whenever possible, agencies should be
encouraged to provide this support and assistance.
The Lead PIOs, in consultation with the JIC staff should determine the need
for this assistance and assignment of personnel. Public affairs representatives who
are assigned to forward command post locations report to the Media Relations
Manager.
Coordinating with Liaisons & Safety Officer
The Lead PIOs are responsible for ensuring that communication links between the
Command Staff (Liaison(s) and the Safety Officer) and the appropriate JIC staff
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are established and maintained. Although the Liaison position reports directly to
the Unified Command, the infrastructure to carry out most of their duties is located
in the JIC Government and Community Relations unit(s). Because of this split
organizational feature, it is extremely important for the JIC Manager, JIC Deputy
Manager, and/or the Government/Community Relations Coordinator to coordinate
directly with the Liaison(s). Efforts must be made to ensure pertinent safety
information is collected from the Safety Officer and disseminated.
VIP Visits & Tours
The bigger the incident the more likely that VIPs will visit the Command Center
and tour the spill site. The Lead PIOs need to coordinate closely with the Liaisons
and Government Relations staff to ensure that VIP visits and tours are properly
handled. The Lead PIOs will also need to coordinate these efforts with the Unified
Command to ensure that appropriate level briefings are provided.
Internal Communications
One of the important roles of the JIC is to provide information on the spill cleanup
effort to response officials and workers. It is suggested that the JIC provide copies
of all news releases and updates to each OSC, command staff, section supervisors,
forward command posts and wildlife rescue and rehabilitation facilities. In
addition, a bulletin board should be maintained within the Command Center that is
accessible to everyone in the Unified Command organization.
News Media Monitoring
On-Site Media JIC Staff are responsible for monitoring news media reports. Copies
of newspaper articles should be clipped and compiled into news clip packets for the
JIC staff, Lead PIOs and the Unified Command. Video news clips should also be
compiled when possible. News stories, radio reports and video clips should be
reviewed for accuracy. Efforts to correct inaccuracies should be made as
appropriate such as calling specific reporters, issuing news updates with corrected
information, contacting the Associated Press, addressing specific issues at the next
news briefing, etc.
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JIC Staffing
Staffing the JIC is the responsibility of the Lead PIOs. The Lead PIOs should
initially rely on the agencies/organizations and the public affairs member
comprising the Pacific Northwest Oil Spill Public Affairs Group.
For major and long-term spill incidents, the staffing needs for a JIC will be
significant and exceed the resources solely available from the public affairs group.
The Lead PIOs will also need to determine shift coverage for 24-hour operations.
During major spill incidents, it is anticipated that public information staff
will work in 12-hour shifts, with a small night crew to handle media telephone
inquiries and any major spill response developments that require public affairs
assistance or action.
Additional staffing resources are available or can be obtained through the
following avenues:
4 Coast Guard Public Information Assist Team (PIAT) and/or other Coast Guard
public affairs resources: via District 13, Coast Guard Public Affairs
4 Coast Guard Reserves/Auxiliary: via District 13, Coast Guard Public Affairs
A State of Washington Military Department, Emergency Management Division:
800) 258-5990 (ask for PIO)
4 Federal Emergency Management Agency: (206) 487-4610 (Mike Howard)
Lead PIOs should continually evaluate the need for additional PIO resources to
ensure adequate staffing of the JIC and any forward operational areas.
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News Briefings and News Conferences
News briefings and news conferences for small and medium spills will be
determined on a case-by-case basis depending on the n°eds of the reporters
covering the incident.
For large or major spill incidents, a regular schedule of news briefings and
news conferences should be established by the Lead PIOs. There should be a
minimum of two news media briefings each day for as long as the size of the media
contingent covering the event warrants that number of briefings. Media briefings
should be scheduled and held in conjunction with news deadlines.
Schedule
Although the specific times for news briefings and news conferences will be
determined by the Lead PIOs in conjunction with the Unified Command, a typical
daily news availability schedule may be as-follows:
6 Morning media availability — technical experts and/or Lead PIOs
6 Afternoon news conference — Unified Command with selected experts
6 Evening media availability — end of day briefing by experts and/or LeadPIOs
If a spill incident occurs during the evening or early morning, every effort
should be made to hold the first news briefing before noon (10 a.m. or 11
a.m.). If the spill incident happens late morning or early afternoon, every
effort should be made to conduct the first news briefing by 3 p.m.
Conducting News Briefings & News Conferences
The On-Site Media JIC Staff are responsible for news conference logistics
including the set-up of chairs, head table/podium, graphics/props and providing
handouts.
News briefings and news conferences should begin on time with a Lead PIO
as the moderator. The moderator should introduce himself/herself, explain the
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format of the news briefing, provide the time frame (usually 30 to 45 minutes),
read the incident statement (see section on initial coordination), introduce the
speakers, moderate the question and answer period, and end the news conference
and announce the time for the next news briefing. When introducing speakers, the
moderator should refer reporters to a handout with the names and titles of the
speakers. (There should also be large name plates for presenters.) Following the
news availability, the Lead PIOs should be available to answer follow-up questions
and to determine specif c interview request needs.
Handouts & Graphics
News kits should be prepared as appropriate. At a minimum, a handout with names
and titles of the speakers and the most current news update should be available to
reporters at each news briefing. Good quality graphics and/or "props" should also
be part of every news briefing. Typical materials include incident maps, spill
trajectories, vessel diagrams, oil samples, drawings, wildlife information, etc.
Pre-Briefing for OSCs & Other Presenters
At least 30 minutes before each news briefing, the Lead PIOs should meet with the
news conference participants. A review of logistics, order of presenters, anticipated
questions, use of graphics/props should be discussed.
A list of anticipated questions should be developed by the Lead PIOs in
conjunction with the JIC staff (especially the Media Phone Staff). Suggested
responses should be discussed during the pre-news briefing meeting.
Unified Command news conference participants should emphasize the
overall response objectives and their oversight roles. Due to the number of Unified
Command participants (up to five or more!), their statements should be brief (no
longer than three to five minutes). The primary goal of the OSC prepared
statements is to present the most important messages or themes, not the details of
the response effort. Another option to consider is to have just one OSC provide a
formal statement (with the other OSCs available to answer questions).
Elected Officials & Other VIPs
There will be times when elected officials and other VIPs will be available for
news briefings. It is very important that the Lead PIOs, Liaison Coordinator and the
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Unified Command meet in advance to discuss the logistics, messages and other
issues regarding the inclusion of these individuals in news conferences.
Follow-Up
During each news briefing, designated public affairs staff (On-Site Media JIC staff)
should take notes of responses to reporter questions and note any unanswered
questions. It is suggested that a video recording be made of each news availability
(for playback to the JIC staff and others). Another option is to record the
proceedings on a tape cassette player.
As soon as possible after the news availability, one of the Lead PIOs or
designee should provide a briefing to the JIC staff of any new information or policy
statements that were presented. The Lead PIOs should also ensure that information
is obtained to address any unanswered questions. As appropriate, the Lead PIOs
should debrief with their respective OSC regarding the effectiveness of the news
conference.
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Community, Tribal and General Public
Information Needs
i
Meeting the information needs of the local community where the spill incident and
response efforts are located is an important task of the response organization. The
Lead PIOs are responsible for determining the timing and strategy for meeting
these needs in consultation with the Liaison Coordinator. Possible methods to
address community needs include:
4 Preparing and distributing information flyers
4 Creating and maintaining a community information bulletin board(s)
4 Telephone hotline/phone team (on-scene or off-scene) specifically for general
public inquiries
4 Seeking time on the local cable access station
4 Community public information meeting or forum
4 Internet access
Special efforts should be made to keep tribal officials informed of spill response
activities and public information efforts. Every effort must be made to coordinate
access issues for reporters with tribal officials.
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WASHINGTON STATE
DISPOSAL GUIDELINES
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WASHINGTON STATE DISPOSAL GUIDANCE
FOR DISPOSAL OF WASTE FROM SPILLS OF OIL AND OTHER POTENTIALLY
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
Oil spill recovery and cleanup operations potentially can generate large quantities of
recovered oil and oily wastes. Overlooked waste management issues or delayed actions
can result in the cessation of recovery operations, delays in re-deploying equipment, and
potential violation of state and federal law.
The Oil and Hazardous Substance Spills Act of 1990 (HB2494), and the Spill Prevention
Act of 1991 (ESHB 1027), commissions the Washington State Department of Ecology
(Ecology) to develop effective oil spill response regulations and to support and
complement the federal oil pollution act of 1990, especially those provisions relating to
the national contingency plan. This document serves as part of the Washington Statewide
Master Plan which has been incorporated into the Northwest Area Contingency Plan.
PURPOSE
This guidance provides a "Guideline" and a "Sample Disposal Plan" for developing
incident specific disposal plans at oil spills, more specifically, the treatment and disposal
of wastes generated from the cleanup of oil spills. This document's "Guideline"
describes how waste must be handled, designated, segregated, tracked, stored,
transported, treated, and finally disposed. The "Sample Disposal Plan", provided at the
end of this section serves as a model format for incident specific disposal plans. The
"Sample Disposal Plan" is designed to directly correspond with the "Guideline".
APPLICABILITY
This document should be used when formulating a waste disposal plan during oil spills
and oil spill drills. This document covers all oil and oily debris recovered and generated
during oil spill cleanup operations. Oily debris includes but is not limited to: sorbents
pads/booms, protective clothing/gear, soil, sand, rocks, logs, kelp, litter, plastics, mousse,
oil/water mixture and animal carcasses.
It is the expectation of Ecology that incident specific disposal plans will be in accordance
with the "Guideline" and will follow the "Sample Disposal Plan" format. As per the
NWACP Section 4270. incident specific disposal plans should be developed by the
Environmental Unit.
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Historically, since most oily debris generated from oil spills has not designated as
dangerous waste in Washington State, this document-is focused primarily on solid waste
disposal options. This does not preclude the use of this document in the event of
hazardous material spills. If material is designated as extremely hazardous waste or
dangerous waste the requirements for handling and treatment or disposal are more
stringent, and it is essential to work with Ecology and local governments to ensure that
the wastes are being managed appropriately.
REGULATORY AUTHORITY
Under the provisions of Chapter 90.56.340 RCW (Oil and Hazardous Substance Spill
Prevention and Response Act) the spiller is responsible for immediately collecting and
removing spilled oil and any contaminated debris and/or soil. It is important to recognize
that, if the responsible party is unable or unwilling to fulfill this requirement, Ecology is
authorized under the provisions of Chapter 90.56.350 RCW "to take such actions as are
necessary to collect, investigate, perform surveillance over, remove, contain, treat, or
disperse oil or hazardous substances discharged into waters of the state."
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WASHINGTON STATE DISPOSAL PLAN GUIDELINE
SECTION I APPROVED WASTE HANDLERS
It is expected that the responsible party will be working closely with local approved waste
handlers who are familiar with Washington State's rules and regulations as well as
transport and disposal options in the state. The Washington State Department of Ecology
Hazardous Waste Spill Assistance List provides a partial list of companies and the
services that they provide (Section 7320 NWACP). This list is periodically updated.
Updated lists can be obtained from any regional office. Only licensed transporters and
approved (or permitted) treatment and disposal facilities are to be used for waste handling
and disposition unless otherwise directed by Ecology.
SECTION II DESIGNATION
The process of classifying wastes as solid or dangerous waste is known as "designation".
Laboratory tests or knowledge of the material must be used to determine if the material
designates as dangerous waste. Consult with your spill contractor, chemical testing
laboratory, and the Department of Ecology for advice on designating wastes as dangerous
or solid. Designation procedures and waste management requirements are contained in
Dangerous Waste Regulations (Chapter 173-303 WAC). The Dangerous Waste
Regulations also apply to other wastes and are more stringent than Federal Hazardous
Waste Regulations (40 CFR, Parts 261 to 279).
Petroleum products such as bunker, diesel, and kerosene generally do not designate as
dangerous waste. Recovered oily liquids and other materials contaminated by oil that do
not designate as dangerous waste may be recycled, burned, or blended for fuel, without
following the requirements of hazardous waste. Recovered oily liquids may be managed
as "off specification fuels" under the exemption in the dangerous waste rules, as long as it
is used as fuel. Recovered oily liquids and other materials contaminated by oil that cannot
be recycled, burned, or blended for fuel are considered solid waste and subject to
designation. Testing is generally required to determine whether such mixtures designate
as dangerous waste.
Oily waste may be designated as dangerous waste (dangerous waste or extremely
hazardous waste) depending on characteristics such as: ignitability, corrosivity, reactivity,
toxicity, and persistence.
Wastes may designate as "dangerous waste" because they are:
a. listed (appear on lists for discarded chemical products or from specified industrial
processes)
b. ignitable (flash point < 140 degrees F)
c. corrosive (pH < 2.0 or > 12.5)
d. reactive (explosive, self-igniting, reactive with water)
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e. toxic (specific standards and test methods apply, i.e. Toxicity Characteristic Leaching
Procedure (TCLP) and DW bioassay.
f. persistent (specific standards and test methods apply)
If a waste is classified as a dangerous waste the responsible party must ensure safe
management procedures:
a. the waste is placed in proper tanks or stored in closed compatible drums,
b. has appropriate labels and markings,
c. is transported by authorized haulers,
d. is shipped using a Hazardous Waste Manifest,
e. is delivered to an authorized recycler or permitted treatment, storage or disposal
facility
If recovered oily liquids and other materials contaminated by oil do not designate as
dangerous waste then they are classified as solid waste and subject to RCW 70.95.
SECTION III INTERIM STORAGE, SEGREGATION, and TRACKING
A. INTERIM STORAGE SITES
Interim storage sites shall be specifically designated in the incident specific disposal plan.
The location of interim storage sites is dependent on the approval of the On-Scene-
Coordinator (OSC) and local health department. Interim storage sites shall be established
with the goal of preventing additional contamination from being reintroduced to the
environment or posing a public health threat. Interim storage sites, and roll-off boxes
within these sites, should be lined with plastic tarps or visqueen, and bermed to prevent
runoff or leakage of oily material. In addition oily debris should be covered with secured
tarps or visqueen to prevent rainwater infiltration. Continued use of interim storage sites
beyond 90 days is subject to approval by Ecology. Interim storage sites should be
returned to the maximum extent feasible to the sites original condition. Interim storage
sites are subject to periodic inspections.
B. SEGREGATION
The segregation of wastes facilitates the determination of volume spilled and recovered.
The purpose of segregation is to assist determining the volume spilled and recovered. It
also helps simplify disposal procedures that may be required by incinerator or landfill
operators. Material recovered must be segregated in the following manner unless
otherwise directed by the State or Federal OSC:
1. Oil collected from sources other than state waters/shorelines (e.g. on vessels or
pier)
2. Oil and oil/water mixtures recovered from state waters/shorelines
3. Oiled organic debris: wood, aquatic vegetation... Oily debris should be placed in
clear plastic bags for ease of identifying contents and segregation. To the extent
possible efforts should be made to homogenize recovered organic debris, e.g.,
heavily oiled eel grass should be kept separate from dissimilar debris
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4. Oiled sorbent material: oil snares, pads, and booms
5. PPE and other typically non-sorbent materials
C. WASHINGTON STA TE OIL RECOVERY CREDIT FOR NA TURAL RESOURCE
DAMAGES
If the responsible party will seek credit for oil recovery under Washington State's Natural
Resource Damage Assessment process, additional segregation is required for product
collected during the first 24 hours after the oil release. Detailed guidance on the credit
and segregation/measurement methods can be obtained from the Washington Department
of Ecology document "Compensation Schedule Credit for Oil Recovery, RDA
Committee Resolution 96-1".
D. TRACKING
Continually reporting and updating the Situation Unit with waste management data is a
crucial aspect of response. Waste management data is used to assess the progress of the
response and to determine potential response needs. Typically waste management data is
summarized by the ICS Form 209 which includes total volumes recovered, stored, and
disposed of. The Environmental Unit in conjunction with the Situation Unit must assure
that this information is accurately reported. Clear lines of communication must be
quickly established with Operations to assure that an adequate tracking system is in place.
Waste disposal plans should describe the waste tracking system. The use of waste
disposition tracking forms is highly recommended, e.g., (See Sample Disposal Plan,
Section HID and Appendix 1).
E. DECANTING
Decanting is addressed in a separate section of the Northwest Area Contingency Plan
(Section 4640). The decanting approval form should be attached to the Incident Specific
Disposal Plan. The Environmental Unit should endeavor to assure that the intent of the
decanting approval is followed.
SECTION IV DECONTAMINATION
Decontamination areas for personnel and equipment, including oiled booms, need to be
addressed in the disposal plan. In addition, areas may need to be set up for the
decontamination of oiled vessels. Each area designated as a decontamination site should
be addressed in the incident specific disposal plan. The location and set up of each
decontamination area should be described in the incident specific disposal plan.
SECTION V ANIMAL CARCASSES
The disposal of animal carcasses may need to be addressed in the disposal plan. The
collection of animal carcasses is the responsibility of the Washington Department of Fish
and Wildlife in conjunction with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Prior to the cleanup
of any beach, an agent of the joint trustees should coordinate the removal of oiled
carcasses. No oiled carcasses shall be disposed of until authorized by the appropriate
natural resource trustee. With the approval of local Air and Health authorities, the
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Department of Ecology recommends incineration of oiled carcasses at a permitted
facility.
SECTION VI WASTE DISPOSITION and FINAL DISPOSAL
It is important that the responsible party work closely with approved waste handler(s) in
formulating an Incident Disposal Plan (sample plan in appendix). Local approved waste
handlers should be knowledgeable in the appropriate rules and regulations concerning
proper waste management, transport, treatment, and disposal facilities. For clarification
and assistance the regional office of Ecology and/or local government authorities should
be consulted.
Hazardous Waste: The following priorities for the collection, handling, and
management of hazardous wastes are necessary, and should be followed in descending
order as applicable (Chapter 70.105.150 RCW):
A. Waste reduction.
B. Waste recycling.
C. Physical, chemical, and biological treatment.
D. Incineration.
E. Solidification/stabilization treatment.
F. Landfill.
Solid Waste: The following priorities for the collection, handling, and management of
solid wastes are necessary and should be followed in descending order as applicable
(Chapter 70.95.010 RCW):
A. Waste reduction.
B. Recycling, with source separation of recyclable materials as the preferred
method.
C. Energy recovery, incineration, or landfilling of separated wastes.
D. Energy recovery, incineration, or landfilling of mixed wastes.
Waste Reduction: Waste reduction is attainable through prevention and minimization of
waste generated during cleanup operations. Waste reduction is the responsibility of the
responsible party, cleanup contractors and workers.
Recycling: Recovered liquid oil that is exempt from the dangerous waste regulations
should be recycled at a licensed refinery or recycling facility. Pads saturated with oil can
be wrung out for recovery of liquid oil for recycling.
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Certain solid wastes recovered and generated during cleanup operations can be treated
and used again as useful materials. An example is the use of oiled sand, rock and gravel
in
asphalt production. The waste may be handled at a treatment facility if it does not
designate as a hazardous waste or extremely hazardous waste under Chapter 173-303-
070.
Additional options put forth by Hazardous Waste regulation 70.105, include:
1. Bioremediation
2. Thermal Desorption .
3. Asphalt Incorporation
Energy recovery, incineration, or landfilling of separated wastes or mixed wastes:
Energy recovery facilities use the oily debris such as sorbent pads, booms, and oily rags,
as a supplemental energy source in a rotary kiln. Incineration refers to burning at an
approved facility and open outdoor burning. These both require the approval of Ecology
and the local air pollution control authority. Controlled burning can be conducted at an
approved energy recovery facility or hog fuel burner.
Thermal desorption: With this method heat does not destroy contaminants but separates
them from the media. Sufficient heat is applied to vaporize water, organic compounds,
and some volatile metals. Vapors can then be destroyed in an afterburner or collected as
liquid for further treatment
Outdoor burning: Open outdoor burning may be a viable option for disposal, if the
waste is considered "dangerous material". Prohibited materials may only be burned in an
outdoor fire when ordered by a fire protection authority and authorized by Ecology or the
local air pollution control authority. However such approval may only be given when the
material constitutes "dangerous material" (i.e. materials presenting a danger to life,
property or public welfare) and no approved practical alternative method of disposal is
available.
Landfilling: Upon attaining local health department approval, oily waste may be
disposed of in accordance with landfill guidelines and regulations. Landfill disposition
should be planned only for those wastes that other disposal options have been found to be
unacceptable. Final approval and acceptance of waste material is at the discretion of the
landfill operator.
FINAL REPORT
In addition to daily updates of the disposal plan, at the conclusion of response activities
and when all parties have signed off on the closure of the response, a final report shall be
provided by the responsible party to Ecology within a timely manner. The final report
should state in detail the amount of oily waste generated, disposed of and/or treated. The
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report should be broken down by how the oily waste material was segregated, e.g., oiled
sorbents, free liquids recovered, contaminated soil and other material collected. Disposal
receipts should be attached to the final report.
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SAMPLE INCIDENT DISPOSAL PLAN
Model Disposal Plan for Oil Spills in Washington State
(Incident Name)
Responsible Party:
Spilled Material:
Spill Volume (estimate):
Spill Location:
Spill Date/Time:
Report Update Time:
Disposal Plan Authorization
This plan is written at the request of the USCG and/or EPA and the Washington State
Department of Ecology. The responsible party will recover the maximum feasible
amount of oil spilled during the above named incident. In addition an unknown quantity
of oily waste debris (including plastics, sands, etc.) will be recovered. WTien disposing of
this material, the responsible party will abide by all applicable state, local and federal
laws and regulations. Disposed material will be tracked to provide an accurate means of
estimating total oil recovered. Each section of this incident specific disposal plan
addresses and corresponds with the waste disposal "Guideline" found in Section 9620 of
the NWACP.
This plan may be amended as necessary to ensure compliance with all applicable laws
and regulations. Amendment may occur only upon mutual agreement of the responsible
party, the Federal OSC (USCG/EPA), and/or the State OSC (WDOE).
Submitted By: Date:
Approved by WDOE: Date:
Reviewed by USCG/EPA: Date:
Approved by Responsible Party: Date:
Approved by other Local Government Representative(s) (Optional):
Date:
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SECTION I WASTE HANDLERS
The following licensed transporters and approved treatment and disposal facilities are to
be used for waste handling and disposition unless otherwise directed by Ecology. All
waste handlers have read and are working in accordance with this plan.
Name of Company Disposal Functions Company Representative Signature.
SECTION II DESIGNATION
The spilled material was deemed (non-) dangerous waste based on the following:
SECTION III INTERIM STORAGE, SEGREGATION, and TRACKING
A. INTERIM STORAGE OF SOLID MA TER1AL
Interim storage sites will be located at:
Provide a description each site, lined roll-off boxes, etc.. Describe how each site was
constructed, bermed, covered, etc. to minimize infiltration of rainwater and prevent
leaching.
Describe measures that will be taken to return sites to their original condition
Ecology s authorization
B. SEGREGATION
Describe measures taken to ensure material recovered was properly segregated. Material
recovered must be segregated in the following manner unless otherwise directed by the
State or Federal OSC:
1. Oil collected from sources other than state waters/shorelines (e.g. on vessels or
P'er)
2. Oil and oil/water mixtures recovered from state waters/shorelines
3. Oiled organic debris: wood, aquatic vegetation... Oilv debris should be placed in
clear plastic bags for ease of identifying contents and segregation. To the extent
possible efforts should be made to homogenize recovered organic debris e.g..
heavily oiled eel grass should be kept separate from dissimilar debris
4. Oiled sorbent material, oil snares, pads, and booms
5 PPE and other tx'picallv non-sorbent materials
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C. WASHINGTON STA TE OIL RECOVERY CREDIT FOR NA TURAL RESOURCE
DAMAGES
Detail measures taken to ensure segregation as per oil spill recovery credit. See
Washington Department of Ecology' document "Compensation Schedule Credit for Oil
Recovery, RDA Committee Resolution 96-1".
D. TRACKING
Describe the waste tracking system used during this response. Include copies of waste
tracking forms, (See Appendix I for example).
E. DECANTING
Decanting authorization form (if approved) should be attached.
SECTION IV DECONTAMINATION
Describe the areas designated for decontamination including location, set up, and
pollution prevention measures.
SECTION V ANIMAL CARCASSES
If applicable describe the number of animal carcasses disposed of and methods used for
their disposal.
SECTION VI WASTE DISPOSITION and FINAL DISPOSAL
ICS Form 209 Final Waste Status Summary
TYPE Recovered Stored Disposed of
0il (bbl)|
Oily Liquids (bbl)
Oily Solids (tons)
Solids (tons)
Include copies of waste tracking forms for final disposal if used, (See Appendix A for
example). Also, include copies of receipts from disposal facilities.
A. RECOVERABLE OIL
Oil recovered will be transported by to .
Company names and Contacts
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B. BURNABLE MATERIAL:
Burnable material includes oily wood, debris, PPE, sorbents, oil snares and other suitable
organic material collected during cleanup operations. The debris will be transported from the
interim storage site by to .
Transporters) Facility
C. OTHER MATERIAL:
This material may consist of sand and tar balls and other assorted material that has been
collected from the cleanup effort and has been stored at interim storage sites. All of this
material will be transported to a licensed facility
Transporters) Facility
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Fina. oposal
Final Disposal Tracking
Totals>
Disposal Facility
Location(s)
Received From:
Location(s)
Time:
Received
Volume
(Gallons*)
Type of Waste
* Cubic Yards for Solids
**Means to address demand per location per time
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9630
IN-SITU BURNING POLICY MANUAL
This section reserved for the In-Situ Burn Operational Guidelines,
which are under revision.Refer to Chapter 4000 for in-situ burn policy.
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9640
NORTHWEST AREA SHORELINE
COUNTERMEASURES ASSESSMENT
MANUAL
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Matrices
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Contents
1 Shoreline Evaluation and Mapping (to be developed) 2
(for further information refer to NOAA HAZMAT's Shoreline Assessment Manual)
2 Shoreline Types and Sensitive Resources 2
1 Exposed Rocky Cliff Face & Vertical Sea Walls or Piers 3
2 Exposed Wave-Cut Platforms 4
3 Fine to Medium Grained Sand Beaches 5
4 Co arse-Grained Sand Beaches 7
5 Mixed Sand and Gravel Beaches 8
6A Gravel Beaches - Pebbles to Cobbles 9
6B Gravel Beaches - Cobbles to Boulders 10
6C Rip - Rap 22
7 Exposed Tidal Flats 12
8A Sheltered Vertical Rocky Shores & Solid, Man-Made Structures 23
8B Sheltered Rubble Slope 14
9A Sheltered Tidal Flats of Sand and Mud 14
9B Sheltered Vegetated Low Bank 26
10 Salt & Fresh-Water Marshes (Hebaceous & Woody Vegetation) 27
Special Considerations 19
3 Shoreline Countermeasure Methods Using Conventional Response
Technology 22
1 No Action 22
2 Manual Removal 22
3 Passive Collection (Sorbents) 23
4 Debris Removal 24
5 Trenching 24
6 Sediment Removal 25
7 Ambient-Wnter Flooding (Deluge) 26
8a Ambient-Water/ Low-Pressure Washing 27
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Contents, cont.
8b Ambient-Water/ High-Pressure Washing 28
9 Warm-Water/Moderate-Pressure Washing 29
10 Hot-Water/ Mode rate-Pressure Washing 30
11 Vacuum Removal of Oil 31
12 Sediment Reworking 32
13 Sediment Removal, Cleansing, and Replacement 33
14 Cutting Vegetation 34
4 Shoreline Countermeasure Methods Using Alternative Technology 36
15 In-situ Burning 36
16a Chemical Oil Stabilization with Elastomizers 37
16b Chemical Protection of Beaches 38
16c Chemical Cleaning of Beaches 39
17 Nutrient Enhancement 40
18 Microbial Addition 41
5 Matrices of Recommended Countermeasure Methods by Oil
and Shoreline Type 43
Heavy Oil Matrix 45
Medium Oil Matrix 47
Ligh t Oil Matix 49
Very Light Oil Matrix 51
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1 Shoreline Evaluation and Mapping
STILL TO BE DEVELOPED:
Objectives:
1. Assess the need for shoreline cleanup.
2. Select the most appropriate cleanup
method
3. Determine priorities for shoreline cleanup.
4. Document the spatial oil distribution over
time.
5. Internally consistent historical record of
shoreline oil distribution.
A. Shoreline Evaluation Process
B. Guidelines for Shoreline Surveys
1. Joint participation in ground surveys
2. Selecting and Naming Segments
3. Shoreline Survey Evaluation Forms with
accepted common shoreline oiling
terminology
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2 Shoreline Types and Sensitive
Resources
The type of shoreline, degree of exposure to waves and currents, and associated biological
sensitivity are the main criteria for selecting appropriate treatment techniques. Prediction of
the behavior and persistence of oil on intertidal habitats is based on an understanding of the
coastal environment, not just the substrate type and grain size. The vulnerability of a
particular intertidal habitat is an integration of the:
1) Shoreline type (substrate, grain size, tidal elevation, origin)
2) Exposure to wave and tidal energy
3) Biological productivity and sensitivity
4) Ease of cleanup
All of these factors are used to determine the relative sensitivity of shorelines. Key to the
sensitivity ranking is an understanding of the relationships between: physical processes,
substrate, shoreline type, product type, sediment transport, and product fate and effect.
Thus, the intensity of energy expended upon a shoreline by wave action, tidal currents, and
river currents directly affects the persistence of stranded oil. The need for shoreline cleanup
activities is determined, in part, by the lack or slowness of natural processes in removal of
oil stranded on the shoreline.
These concepts were used in the development of the Environmental Sensitivity Index (ESI),
which ranks shoreline environments as to their relative sensitivity to oil spills, potential
biological injury, and ease of cleanup. ESI maps have been prepared for most areas of the
coastline of the United States. Generally speaking, areas exposed to high levels of physical
energy, such as wave action and tidal currents, and low biological activity rank low on the
scale, while sheltered areas with associated high biological activity have the highest ranking.
The shoreline types used in this manual are the rankings, on a scale of 1 to 10, used on most
ESI maps (NOAA, 1992). Each atlas has a legend that defines the shoreline ranking scale,
describes the nature and distribution of each shoreline type in the area, predicts the
behavior of oil on that shoreline tvpe, and makes general cleanup recommendations.
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The descriptions, predicted oil impact, and recommended response activity listed in the
following sections were updated from existing ESI Atlases for the following areas: the Strait
of Juan de Fuca and Northern Puget Sound (NOAA 1984), Central and Southern Puget
Sound (NOAA 1985), Oregon and Washington (NOAA 1986) and Columbia River (NOAA
1991). It should be noted that the description of riverine shoreline in the Columbia River
ESI Atlas uses different names and includes only six types. Based on the predicted oil
impact and response considerations, these six Columbia River shoreline types correspond to
the coastal shoreline types in the following way:
• CR ESI Unvegetated steep banks and cliffs
• ESI-3 Fine and medium gTain sand
beach, eroding scarp and
unvegetated steep river bank
• CR ESI Sand/gravel beaches
• ESI-5 Mixed sand and gravel beaches
• CR ESI Rip rap
• ESI-6C Exposed rip rap
• CR ESI Flats
• ESI-7 Exposed tidal flat
# CR ESI Vegetated banks
• ESI-9B Sheltered vegetated low bank
• CR ESI Marsh/ swamp
• ESI-10 Marshes
Shoreline Types
ESI 1. Exposed Rocky Cliff Face & Vertical Sea Walls or Piers
Description
• Exposed rocky shores are most common along the Washington and Oregon outer
coasts, but also present along the outer Strait of Juan de Fuca and the San Juan
Islands.
• Composed of steeply dipping to vertical bedrock; intertidal zone is steep (< 30u
slope), with very little width.
• Exposed to high waves, sediment accumulations are uncommon and ephemeral,
since waves remove debris that has slumped from eroding cliffs.
• • Frequently found interspersed with other shoreline types.
• Rock surfaces are colonized by barnacles, mussels, snails and algae; many of the
cliffs are used bv marine birds and mammals.
• Manmade seawalls and piers are common along inlets, urbanized areas and
developed beachfront sites.
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• They are composed of concrete and stone, wooden, or metal bulkheads and
wooden pilings.
• Organisms, such as barnacles, shellfish, and algae may be common on pilings;
biota on concrete structures along the upper intertidal or supratidal zones is
sparse.
Predicted Oil Impact
• Oil typically held offshore by waves reflecting off the steep cliff; on less steep
shores, oil may come onshore.
• Oil persistence will be short and will be function of the wave energy during the
spill; during high wave energy, oil will be removed in days.
• Marine birds (especially diving birds) and mammals using these rocky shores
maybe affected.
• Impacts to intertidal communities are expected to be of short duration; an
exception would be where heavy concentrations of a light refined product (e.g.,
No. 2 fuel oil) came ashore very quickly.
• Oil would percolate between the joints of manmade structures and coat the
narrow intertidal area of solid structures.
• Biota would be damaged or killed under heavy accumulations.
Response Considerations
• On most shores, no cleanup is necessary.
• Access is usually very difficult and may pose significant safety issues to response
personnel.
• Monitoring for impacts to marine birds and mammals is advised.
• Cleanup of recreational areas may be necessary; high-pressure water flushing is
effective while oil is still fresh.
ESI 2. Exposed Wave-Cut Platforms
Description
• The intertidal zone consists of a flat rock bench of highly variable width; along
the Oregon and Washington coasts the platform surface is irregular and tidal
pools are common.
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• The shoreline mav be backed bv a steep scarp or low bluff. In Puget Sound these
areas are usually made up of low-lying bedrock or glacial till.
• There mav be a narrow, perched beach of gravel- to boulder-sized sediments at
the base of the scarp; pockets of sandy "tidal flats" can occur on the platform in
less exposed settings.
• Small accumulations of gravel can be found in the tidal pools and crevices in the
platform.
0 These habitats can support large populations of encrusting animals and plants,
with rich tidal pool communities.
Predicted Oil Impact
• Oil will not adhere to the rock platform, but rather be transported across the
platform and accumulate along the high-tide line.
• Oil can penetrate and persist in the beach sediments, if present.
• Tide -pool organisms may be killed
• Persistence of oiled sediments is usually short term (on the order of days to
weeks), except in wave shadows or larger sediment accumulations.
Response Considerations
• In most wave-exposed areas, cleanup is not necessary.
• High recreational-use areas may be effectively cleaned using high-pressure water
flushing if oil is still fresh.
• Removal of organisms should be avoided.
• Monitoring for impacts to marine birds and mammals is advised.
ESI 3. Fine to Medium Grained Sand Beaches & Unvegetated Steep
River Banks
Description
• Sand beaches common along the outer coast, but not very common in the Puget
Sound Region
• These beaches are generallv wide, hard-packed, and flat if fine grained; gentle
sloping ( slope < 5u) if medium grained.
• Thev are commonlv backed bv dunes or seawalls along the exposed, outer coast.
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• Along sheltered bavs, they are narrower, often fronted by tidal flats.
• Upper beach fauna are scarce; lower intertidal biota may include clams, worms
and amphipods.
• Near vertical scarps in unconsolidated sediments (most often sand and gravel)
and bedrock; most common in urban areas and below dams.
• Undergoing active erosion, as indicated by lack of vegetation
Predicted Oil Impact
• Light oil accumulations will be deposited as oily swashes or bands along the
upper intertidal zone.
• Heavy oil accumulations will cover the entire beach surface, although the oil will
be lifted off the lower beach with the rising tide.
• Maximum penetration of oil into fine-grained sand will be 10 centimeters (cm).
• Burial of oiled layers by clean sand within the first few weeks will be less than 30
cm along the upper beach face.
• Oil will form a band on steep river banks. In unconsolidated sediments the
substrate will be removed taking the oil with it.
• Organisms living in the beach sands may be killed either by smothering or by
lethal oil concentrations in the interstitial water.
° Shorebirds may be killed if oiled, though they may shift to clean sites.
Response Considerations
• Cleanup not generally recommended on unconsolidated sediments of steep river
banks unless in high recreational use areas.
• Cleanup should concentrate on removal of oil from upper swash zone after all oil
has come ashore.
• Sand removal should be minimal to avoid erosion problems; use of heavy
equipment for oil/sand removal may result in the removal of excessive amounts
of sand; manual cleanup may be more efficient.
• Activity through the oiled sand should be limited to prevent grinding oil deeper
in the beach.
• Activity through dune areas should be severely limited.
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ESI 4. Coarse-Grained Sand Beaches
Description
• Commonly found near headlands and along the southern Oregon coast.
• These beaches are moderate-to-steep, of variable width, and have soft sediments.
• They may be present as pocket beaches or on top cf bedrock platforms.
• Coastal beaches are typically inhabited by razor clams, burrowing worms, and
mysids.
Predicted Oil Impact
• Light oil will be deposited primarily as a band along the high-tide line.
• Under very heavy accumulations, oil may spread across the entire beach face,
though the oil will be lifted off the lower beach with the rising tide.
• Penetration of oil into coarse-grained sand can reach 25 cm.
• Burial of oiled layers by clean sand can be rapid, and up to 60 cm or more.
• Burial over one meter is possible if the oil comes ashore at the start of a
depositional period.
• Biological impacts include temporary declines in infaunal populations, which
can also affect feeding shorebirds:-
Response Considerations
• Cleanup should commence after the majority of the oil has come onshore unless
significant burial is expected to occur.
• Cleanup should concentrate on oil removal from the upper swash zone.
• Sand removal should be minimal to avoid erosion problems; use of heavy
equipment for oil/sand removal may result in the removal of excessive amounts
of sand; manual cleanup may be more efficient.
• Activity through the oiled sand should be limited to prevent grinding oil deeper
in the beach.
• Activity through dune areas should be severely limited.
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ESI 5. Mixed Sand And Gravel Beaches
Description
• The most common beach type in Puget Sound; found along the coast as extensive
beaches along rocky shores, perched beaches on bedrock, and in the vicinity of
river mouths along the southern Oregon coastline
• Narrow, moderately sloping beach composed of a mixture of sand (greater than
20 percent) and gravel (greater than 25 percent).
• The high-tide berm area is usually composed of sand or fine gravel (pebbles to
cobbles), whereas the lower part of the beach is coarser, with cobbles to boulders.
• Because of the mixed sediment sizes, there may be zones of sand, pebbles, or
cobbles.
• Because of sediment mobility and desiccation on exposed beaches, there are low
densities of attached animals and plants.
• Upper inter tidal zone used extensively by surf smelt and sand lance for
spawning.
• The presence of attached algae, mussels, and barnacles indicates beaches that are
relatively sheltered, with the more stable substrate supporting a richer biota.
Predicted Oil Impact
• During small spills, oil will be deposited along and above the high-tide swash.
• Large spills will spread across the entire intertidal area.
• Oil penetration into the beach sediments may be up to 50 cm; however, the sand
fraction can be quite mobile, and oil behavior is much like on a sand beach if the
sand fraction exceeds about 40 percent.
• Burial of oil may be deep at and above the high-tide line, where oil tends to
persist, particularly where beaches are only intermittently exposed to waves.
• On sheltered beaches, extensive pavements of asphalted sediments can form if
there is no removal of heavy oil accumulations, because most of the oil remains
on the surface; once formed, pavements are very stable and can persist for manv
years.
• Oil can be stranded in the coarse sediments on the lower part of the beach,
particularly if the oil is weathered or emulsified.
• Biota present may be killed by the oil, either by smothering or by lethal
concentrations in the water column.
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Response Considerations
• Cleanup should commence only after the majority of oii has come ashore.
• Heavy accumulations of oii and oil-soaked debris at the high-tide swash line
should be removed to prevent asphalt formation.
• Exposed beaches do not require cleanup unless heavily oiled.
• Removal of sediments should be minimal to prevent erosion.
0 Mechanical reworking of sediment into the surf zone can effectively remove
fresh oil, especially in sheltered areas of low biological activity; sorbents and
booms should be used to contain released oil.
ESI 6A. Gravel Beaches - Pebbles to Cobbles
Description
• Present along coast of Washington.
• Fine grained gravel beaches composed of sediments ranging in size from pebbles
to cobbles (from 4 cm to 256 cm in diameter), with boulders a very minor
fraction. No sand is on the surface and less than 20 percent is in subsurface.
• Zones of pure pebbles or cobbles may be present, with pebbles forming berms at
high-tide line and cobbles and boulders dominating lower beach face.
• The beach slope is intermediate to steep (between 10 and 20 degrees), with
multiple wave-built berms forming the upper beach.
• Natural replenishment rate of sediments is extremely slow.
• There is high annual variability in degree of exposure, and thus in frequency of
mobilization by waves. Degree of exposure or sediment mobility can be
predicted by the amount of rounding or smoothing of the individual pebbles and
cobbles.
• Sediment mobility limits the amount of attached algae, barnacles, and mussels to
lower tidal levels.
Predicted Oil Impact
• Oil on gravel beaches would coat individual rocks and penetrate up to 60 cm in
well-sorted gravels, which may be below the level of annual reworking by the
waves.
• Deep penetration and rapid burial of stranded oil is likelv on exposed beaches.
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• On exposed beaches, oil can be pushed over the high-tide and storm berms,
pooling and persisting above the normal zone of wave wash.
• Long-term persistence will be controlled by the depth of penetration versus the
depth of routine reworking by storm waves. Oil may persist for years in low
wave energy areas.
• In low energy areas, buried oil will tend to seep out, generating sheens that can
recontaminate the shoreline.
• On relatively sheltered beaches, formation of asphalt pavements is likely where
accumulations are heavy and oil is left uncleaned.
Response Considerations
• Heavily oiled wrack and debris should be removed.
• Due to extremely slow natural replenishment, there should be no permanent
removal of sediments.
• High-pressure flushing of gravel may help in cleaning exposed surfaces, but will
have little effect on oil penetrated deeply into gravel without extensive
reworking.
• In heavily oiled, sheltered areas, sediments may have to be removed and
replaced.
ESI 6B. Gravel Beaches - Cobbles to Boulders
Description
• Gravel beaches are composed of sediments ranging in size from cobbles to
boulders, (larger than 256 cm in diameter)
• The beach slope is intermediate to steep (between 10 and 20 degrees), with
multiple wave-built berms forming the upper beach.
• Boulders dominate the lower intertidal zone. Boulder and cobble armoring of
the surface of the middle to lower intertidal zone may also be present.
• Slowest natural replenishment rate of sediments of all beaches.
• There is high annual variability in degree of exposure, and thus in frequency of
mobilization by waves.
• Higher amount of attached algae and epifauna due to increased stability of larger
boulders.
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Predicted Oil Impact
• Oil on gravel beaches would coat individual rocks and penetrate up to 100 cm in
the poorly sorted larger cobble and boulder.
• The presence of armor may significantly extend persistence of oil; oil located
beneath armored surface will remain longer because of the higher velocities
required to mobilize the armor.
• On exposed beaches, oil can be pushed over the high-tide and storm berms,
pooling and persisting above the normal zone of wave wash.
• Long-term persistence will be controlled by the depth of penetration versus the
depth of routine reworking by storm waves. Oil may persist for years in low
wave energy areas.
• In low energy areas, buried oil will tend to seep out, generating sheens that can
recontaminate the shoreline.
• On relatively sheltered beaches, formation of asphalt pavements is likely where
accumulations are heavy and oil is left uncleaned.
Response Considerations
• Heavily oiled wrack and debris should be removed.
• Due to extremely slow natural replenishment, there should be no permanent
removal of sediments.
° High-pressure flushing of gravel may help in cleaning exposed surfaces, but will
have Little effect on oil penetrated deeply into gravel without extensive
reworking.
• In heavily oiled, sheltered areas, sediments may have to be removed and
replaced.
ESI 6C. Rip-Rap
Description
• Rip rap is angular rock similiar in size to that described by EIS 6B, used for
shoreline protection and inlet stabilization.
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• Rip rap structures have a slope which is generally steep, are located at the high
tide line where the heaviest concentration of oil usually impact and are made up
of boulders too large to be reworked by waves.
• Due to stability of rip rap, biota on the lower levels may be plentiful and varied.
• No natural replenishment of sediments
• Generally located in areas exposed to higher wave energy..
• Higher amount of attached algae and epifauna may be present due to increased
stability of larger boulders.
Predicted Oil Impact
• With heavy oiling, individual boulders will be heavily coated and penetration to
the bottom of the rip rap structure is likely.
• Pools of oil would collect inside the rip rap structure, and potentially be a source
of sheens for a long period.
• Biota would be damaged or killed under heavy accumulations.
Response Considerations
• Heavily oiled wrack and debris should be removed.
• High-pressure flushing of rip rap may help in cleaning exposed surfaces, but will
have little effect on oil penetrated deeply into gravel without extensive
reworking.
• Heavily oiled rip rap may need to be removed and replaced.
ESI 7. Exposed Tidal Flats
Description
• Particularly common in the eastern portion of Puget Sound and at the entrance to
bays, estuaries and river mouths along the coast.
• They are composed primarily of sand and mud.
• The presence of sand indicates that tidal or wind-driven currents and waves are
strong enough to mobilize the sediments.
• They are always associated with another shoreline type on the landward side of
the flat.
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• The sediments are water-saturated, with only the topographically higher ridges
drying out during low tide.
• Biological utilization can be verv high, with large numbers of infauna and heavy
use by birds for roosting and foraging. Clams and worms are the most common
species.
Predicted Oil Impact
• Oil does not usually adhere to the surface of exposed tidal flats or penetrate the
water saturated sediments, but rather moves across the flat and accumulates at
the high-tide line.
• Deposition of oil on the flat may occur on a falling tide if concentrations are
heavy, but will frequently be refloated by the next high tide.
• Biological impacts may be severe, especially to burrowing bivalves and worms
since oil can penetrate into burrows; this can significantly decrease food for
foraging birds and fish in the area.
Response Considerations
• Cleanup of tidal flat generally not recommended due to likelihood of mixing oil
deeper into the sediments during clealrup effort.
• Access usually very poor due to shallow water and soft sediments.
• Passive removal of oil lifted off tidal flat by high tide may be advisable if activity
can be accomplished without mixing oil into the sediments.
• Use of heavy machinery should be restricted to prevent mixing oil into the
sediments and cannot be used in soft, muddier areas.
0 Removal of heavily oiled debris stranded in tidal flat may be advisable if activity
can be accomplished without mixing surface oil into the sediments.
ESI 8A. Sheltered Vertical Rocky Shores & Solid, Vertical, Man-Made
Structures
Description
• Located in calm , interior environments, especially common within interior
portion of the San Juan Islands.
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• Bedrock shore of variable slope (from vertical cliffs to wide, rocky ledges) which
is sheltered from exposure to most wave arid tidal energy..
• Uncommon along coast; may occur along the inside of bays and coves.
• Species density and diversity vary greatly, but barnacles, snails, mussels, clams,
periwinkles, amphipods, polychaetes, rockweed, and crabs are often very
abundant.
• Sheltered solid, vertical, man-made structures consisting of short segments of
seawalls, docks and bulkheads are commonly found along the high tide line in
harbors, industrial sites and other developed areas.
• Biota on man-made structures along the upper intertidal or supratidal zones are
sparse
Predicted Oil Impact
• On rocky shores, oil will adhere readily to the higher rock surfaces, particularly
along the high-tide line, forming a distinct oil band.
• The lower intertidal zone usually stays wet (particularly when algae covered),
preventing oil from adhering to the rock surface.
• Oil will not penetrate, except in fractures in the rock where oil can pool and .
persist.
• Oil will penetrate into joints and voids of man-made structure, and with heavy
concentrations will coast the intertidal areas.
• Because of the low energy setting, even light accumulations can persist for years,
especially between rocks.
• Fresh oil and light refined products have high acute toxicity that can affect
attached organisms after even short exposures.
Response Considerations
• Cleanup is difficult, oiled shoreline may pose long-term leaching problem.
• High- and low-pressure water flushing of man-made structures and rocky shores
is effective while oil is still fresh.
• Cutting of oiled algae is generally not recommended.
ESI 8B. Sheltered Rubble Slope
Description
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• Shoreline commonly found in industrial waterways of northwest ports.
• Relatively steep (greater than 15 degrees) and short rocky shore which is covered
with a thin-to-thick veneer of angular rubble without any evidence of rounding
or sorting by sediment transport.
• Sheltered from wave energy or strong tidal currents.
• The surface rubble is highly variable in packing, but there is always some
permeability in the surface material.
• Species density and diversity vary greatly, but barnacles, snails, mussels, clams,
periwinkles, amphipods, polychaetes, rockweed, and crabs are often very
abundant.
Predicted Oil Impact
• Oil will adhere readily to the rough rocky surface, particularly along the high-
tide line, forming a distinct oil band.
° Where the rubble is loosely packed, oil will penetrate deeply, causing long-term
contamination of the subsurface sediments.
• Fresh oil and light refined products have high acute toxicity that can affect
attached organisms after even short exposures.
Response Considerations
• Cleanup is difficult, oiled shoreline may pose long-term leaching problem,
especially from subsurface contamination.
• High- and low-pressure water flushing is effective for surface contamination
while oil is still fresh, but generally does nothing for subsurface contamination.
• Heavly contaminated subsurface sediment may need to be removed and
replaced to prevent long term leaching and sheening.
• Cutting of oiled algae is generally not recommended.
ESI 9A. Sheltered Tidal Flats of Sand and Mud
Description
• This shoreline is very common in bays and estuaries in Grays Harbor, Willapa
Bay, Tillamook Bay, Columbia River estuary and upper Puget Sound.
• Thev are present in calm-water habitats, sheltered from major wave activity, and
frequentlv fronted bv marshes.
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• Although wave energy is verv low, flats may be exposed to moderate tidal or
river currents.
• Substrate slope is flat (less than 3 degrees) and can vary in width from a few
meters to nearly one kilometer..
• Sediment is composed of water-saturated mud or muddy sand, so permeability
is very low, except where burrowed.
• The sediments are very soft and cannot support even light foot traffic.
• There are usually large populations of clams, crabs, oysters worms, amphipods
and snails; many of these flats are commercially harvested.
• May be used heavily by birds for feeding and as staging areas during migration.
• Eelgrass beds may be present and are an important nursery area for juvenile
salmonids, dungeness crab, and various marine fish species.
Predicted Oil Impact
• Oil does not usually adhere to the surface of sheltered tidal flats, but rather
moves across the flat and accumulates at the high-tide line.
• Deposition of oil on the flat may occur on a falling tide if concentrations are
heavy, but may refloat with the next high tide.
• Oil will not penetrate the water-saturated sediments, however persistent
contamination can occur if oil penetrates into burrows of organisms in the mud.
• In areas of high suspended sediments, sorption of oil can result in contaminated
sediments that can be deposited on the flats and persist for years.
• Biological impacts may be severe.
Response Considerations
• These areas require high priority for protection during oil spills .
• Cleanup of sheltered tidal flats is generally not recommended due to likelihood
of mixing oil deeper into the sediments during cleanup effort.
• Access is very limited due to shallow water and soft substrate; restrict any active
cleanup to upper reaches of high-tide swash or conduct from boats.
• Removal of heavily oiled debris stranded along the high tide line may be
advisable if activity can be accomplished without mixing surface oil into the
sediments.
ESI 9B. Sheltered Vegetated Low Bank
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Description
• Either low bank with grasses or low eroding banks with, trees and tree roots
exposed to the water.
0 Found at river mouths in the Puget Sound area, very common throughout the
lower Columbia river and above the dams.
• Flooded occasionally by high water.
Predicted Oil Impact
• At low water there is little impact, with oil coating a narrow band of sediment at
the water level.
• At high water the oil will cover and coat grasses at base of the trees, oil may also
coat low hanging branches and foliage.
• May cause loss of the grasses, but the trees should survive unless oil penetrates
and persists in the substrate.
Response Considerations
• Low pressure flushing of oiled areas is effective in removing moderate to heavy
accumulations of oil from along the banks.
• Sorbent and containment boom should be placed on the water side of the
cleanup operations to contain and collect oil outflow.
• Low- to moderate-pressure flushing can be used to remove oil from tree roots
and trunks.
ESI 10. Salt & Fresh-Water Marshes (Herbaceous & Woody Vegetation)
Description
• Common along the coast and in Puget Sound at the head of many bays; extensive
marches are found in the Skagit River and Nisqually River delta areas, as well as
the Columbia River estuary and river below Portland.
• Marshes are low energy, protected wetlands containing emergent, herbaceous
and/or woodv vegetation, generally associated with river systems, bavs and
estuaries.
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• Width of the marsh can vary widely, from a narrow fringe to extensive; substrate
is generally silt and mud, with variable amounts of organic matter.
• The moderate tidal range of coastal and estuarine marshes results in presence of
numerous tidal channels; frequently they are fronted by tidal flats.
• Resident flora and fauna are abundant and consist of numerous species.
• Marshes provide a nursery ground for numerous fish species and are heavily
used by birds for nesting and feeding.
Predicted Oil Impact
• Oil adheres readily to marsh vegetation.
• The band of coating will vary widely, depending upon the tidal stage at the time
oil slicks are in the vegetation. There may be multiple bands.
• Large slicks will persist through multiple tidal cycles and coat the entire stem
from the high-tide line to the base.
• If the vegetation is thick, heavy oil coating will be restricted to the outer fringe,
with penetration and lighter oiling to the limit of tidal influence.
• Medium to heavy oils do not readily adhere or penetrate the fine sediments, but
they can pool on the surface and in burrows.
• Light oils can penetrate the top few centimeters of sediment and deeply into
burrows and cracks (up to one meter); once incorporated into the sediment, oil
can persist for years.
Response Considerations
• Marshes are very sensitive environments and highly vulnerable to mechanical
damage from clean up activities; highest priority for shoreline protection.
• Cleanup is generally not recommended for light oiling, or oiling confined to the
outer fringe; natural flushing, especially in higher energy areas, is best strategy.
• Activities in marsh should be kept at minimum to prevent damage to marsh
plants and mixing oil into the soft sediments.
• With heavy oiling, combination of manual removal of oiled wrack and debris,
low-pressure flushing, passive absorption, and vacuum collection using small
boats can be effective; due to the potential for stirring up the sediment and
mixing it with the oil, these activities are generally limited to the edge of the
marsh.
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Special Considerations
The above shoreline types may also have associated sensitive biological resources and
human-use areas, which include:
Subtidal Habitats
• Submerged aquatic vegetation
• Kelp beds
• Worm beds
Birds
• Rookeries and nesting sites
• Waterfowl overwintering concentration areas .
• High concentration migration stopovers
• High concentration resident bird colonies
Marine Mammals
• Migration corridors
• Population concentration areas
Terrestrial Mammals
• Concentration areas
Terrestrial Plants
• Threatened and endangered plants adjacent to the shoreline
Fish and Shellfish
• Anadromous fish spawning streams
• Sites important to beach- and kelp-spawning fish
• Estuarine areas that are important fish nursery areas
• Special concentration areas for estuarine and demersal fish
• Shellfish seed beds, leased beds, high concentration areas
• Crab and shrimp nursery areas
Recreation
• High-use recreational beaches
• Marinas and boat ramps
• High-use boating, fishing, and diving areas
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Management Areas
• Nature preserves and reserves
•. Privately developed lands/facilities (Nature Conservancy Areas)
• Research natural areas
• State marine parks/Federal marine sanctuaries
• Wildlife management areas and refuges
Resource Extraction
• Commercial fishing areas, including finfish, crabs, and mollusks
• Water intakes
• Aquaculture sites
• Intertidal and subtidal mining leases
• Subsistence harvest sites
• Log storage sites
Cultural Resources
• Archaeological and other historically significant sites
• Native American reservations
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3 Shoreline Countermeasure Methods
Using Conventional Response Technology
The following section lists and describes those shoreline countermeasure methods that
utilize conventional response technology to mitigate the environmental impact and enhance
the recovery of a shoreline or habitat resulting from stranded oil. Methods and equipment
currently in use for these conventional shoreline treatment methods are described in some
detail below. These methods, when used according to the guidelines in this manual, may be
used on most sites as part of the OSC-directed response. It should be noted that some of
these methods may require other authorizations or permits before work begins.
1
No Action
2
Manual Removal of Oil
3
Passive Collection of Oil(Sorbents)
4
Oiled Debris Removal
5
Trenching/ Recovery Wells
6
Oiled Sediment Removal
7
Ambient-Water Flooding (Deluge)
8a
Ambient-Water/Low-Pressure Washing < 50psi
8b
Ambient-Water/High-Pressure Washing < lOOpsi
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Warm-Water < 90j/Moderate-to-High-Pressure Washing 50-100psi
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Hot-Water > 90j/Moderate-to-High-Pressure Washing 50-100psi
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Vacuum Removal of Oil
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Sediment Reworking
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Sediment Removal, Cleansing, and Replacement
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Cutting Oiled Vegetation
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1. No Action
Objective
No attempt is made to remove stranded oil, because there is no proven effective
method for cleanup, there is unacceptable risk to response workers, or presence of
extremely sensitive environment or resource.
Description
No action is taken However, the OSC continues to monitor the incident.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Can be used on all shoreline types.
When To Use
If the shoreline is extremely remote or inaccessible, the amount and type of oil does
not justify a clean-up effort, when natural removal rates are very fast, or cleanup
actions will do more harm than leaving the oil to be removed naturally.
Biological Constraints
This method may be inappropriate for areas where high numbers of mobile animals
(birds, marine mammals, crabs, etc.) use the intertidal zone or adjacent nearshore
waters.
Environmental Effects
Intertidal — The same as the oil.
Subtidal — The same as the oil.
2. Manual Removal of Oil
Objective
Removing stranded surface oil with hand tools and manual labor.
Description
Removing surface oil accumulations with a minimum of sediment by manual means
(hands, rakes, shovels, etc.) and placing in containers for removal from the shoreline.
No mechanized equipment is used.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Can be used on most shoreline types; not generally recommened on soft mud
substrates where mixing of oil deeper in the sediment might occur.
When To Use
Generally used on shorelines where the oil can be easily removed by non-mechanical
means. Most appropriate for light to moderate oiling conditions. Method may need
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to be closely monitored or may not be appropriate in archaeological and/or
culturally sensitive areas.
Biological Constraints
Foot traffic over sensitive areas (shellfish beds, alga mats, bird nesting areas, dunes,
etc.) is to be restricted. May be periods when shoreline access is restricted (e.g., bird
nesting, mammal pupping).
Environmental Effects
Intertidal — Minimal if surface disturbance by cleanup activities and work force
movement is limited.
Subtidal — None.
3. Passive Collection of Oil (Sorbents)
Objective
Removal of oil by adsorption onto oleophilic material placed in the intertidal zone.
Description
Sorbent material is placed on the surface of the shoreline substrate allowing it to
absorb oil as it is released by tidal or wave action. Oiled sorbent material is then
collected and removed from the shoreline. Oil removal is dependent on the capacity
of the particular sorbent, energy available for lifting oil off the shoreline, and degree
of oil weathering.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Can be used on any shoreline type.
When to Use
When the shoreline oil is mobile and transport of oil is expected on or off the site.
The oil must be of a viscosity and thickness to be released by the substrate and
absorbed by the sorbent. Often used as a secondary treatment method after gross oil
removal, and along sensitive shorelines where access is restricted.
Biological Constraints
None, although this method can be slow, thus allowing oil to remain in critical
habitats during sensitive periods of time.
Environmental Effects
Intertidal — There may be physical impact of placing the sorbent material in a
sensitive area. If all absorbents are not recovered, they will become non degradable,
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oily debris. Passive absorbents in the mid or lower intertidal should be monitored
for entrapment of small crustaceans.
Subtidal — None.
4. Oiled Debris Removal
Objective
Removal of contaminated debris and logs.
Description
Manual or mechanical removal of debris from the upper beach face and the zone
above high tide beyond the normal wash of waves. Can include cutting and removal
of oiled logs. Care should be taken to prevent any possible erosion of beach area and
oil penetration into substrate due to foot traffic.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Can be used on most shoreline types where safe access is allowed; not generally
recommend on soft mud substrates where mixing of oil deeper in the sediment
might occur.
When to Use
When driftwood and debris is heavily contaminated and either a potential source of
chronic oil release, an aesthetic problem, or a source of contamination for other
organisms on the shoreline.
Biological Constraints
Disturbance to adjacent upland areas should be minimized. Foot traffic over
sensitive intertidal areas (shellfish beds, alga mats, bird nesting areas, dunes, etc.) is
to be restricted. May be periods when shoreline access is restricted (e.g., bird
nesting, mammal pupping).
Environmental Effects
Intertidal — Reduction of habitat's structural complexity.
Subtidal — None.
5. Trenching/Recovery Wells
Objective
Remove subsurface oil from permeable substrates.
Description
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Dig trenches or wells (pits) to the depth of the oil and remove oil floating on the
water table by vacuum pump or skimmer. Water flooding or high-pressure spraying
at ambient temperatures can be used to flush oil to the trench.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Can be used on beaches ranging in grain size from fine sand to gravel.
When To Use
When large quantities of oil penetrate deeply into permeable sediments and cannot
be removed by surface flooding. The oil must be liquid enough to flow at ambient
temperatures. Method may need to be closely monitored or may not be appropriate
in archaeological and/or culturally sensitive areas.
Biological Constraints
Trenches should not be dug in the lower intertidal where attached algae and
organisms are abundant.
Environmental Effects
Intertidal — On gravel beaches, there may be a period of beach instability as the
sediments are redistributed after the trenches are filled in.
Subtidal — None.
6. Oiled Sediment Removal
Objective
Removal of surface oiled sediments (without replacement).
Description
Oiled sediments are removed by either manual use of hand tools or mechanical use
of various kinds of motorized equipment. The oiled material must be transported
and disposed of off-site.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Can be used on any shoreline with surface sediments; not generally recommend on
soft mud substrates where mixing of oil deeper in the sediment might occur. On
rocky coasts, only manual removal is feasible. Heavy equipment should only be
used with special supervision to minimize sediment removal.
When to Use
When only very Limited amounts of oiled sediments have to be removed. Should not
be considered in areas of low natural replenishment and where beach erosion may
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result. Care should be taken to limit siltation and to remove the sediments only to
the depth of oil penetration, which can be difficult with heavy equipment. Method
may not be appropriate ih archaeological and/or culturally sensitive areas.
Biological Constraints
Excavating equipment must not intrude upon sensitive habitats. Only the
upper intertidal and supratidal areas should be considered for sediment removal to
minimize disturbance of biological communities in the lower intertidal and subtidal.
There may be site-specific constraints limiting placement of equipment and
temporary sediment storage piles. Such operations would generally be restricted in
fish-spawning areas. Adjacent sensitive areas potentially impacted by released oil
sheens must be protected during operations.
Environmental Effects
Intertidal — The equipment is heavy, and required support personnel is extensive.
May be detrimental if excessive sediments are removed without replacement. All
organisms resident in the beach will be affected, though the need for removal of the
oil may be determined to be the best overall alternative.
Subtidal — Release of oil and fine-grained oily sediments to the water during
sediment removal activities and tidal flushing of the excavated beach surface.
7. Ambient-Water Flooding (Deluge)
Objective
To wash surface oil and oil from crevices and rock interstices to water's edge for
collection.
Description
A large diameter header pipe is placed parallel to the shoreline above the oiled area.
A flexible perforated header hose is used during deluge of intertidal shorelines to
better conform to their profiles. Ambient seawater is pumped through holes in the
header pipes and flows down the beach face to the water. On porous beaches, water
flows through the substrate pushing loose oil ahead of it (or floats oil to the water's
surface) then transports the oil down slope for pickup. Flow is maintained as long as
necessary to remove the majority of free oil. Oil is trapped by booms and picked up
with a skimmer or other suitable equipment.
Applicable Shoreline Tvpes
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Beaches with sediments coarser than sand, and gently sloping rocky shorelines.
Generally not applicable to mud, sand, vegetated, or steep rocky shorelines.
When to Use
On heavily oiled shorelines when the oil is still fluid and loosely adhering to the
substrate; and where oil has penetrated into cobble or boulder beaches. This method
is frequently used in combination with other washing techniques (low or high
pressure, ambient or warm water).
Biological Constraints
Not appropriate at creek mouths. Where the lower intertidal contains rich biological
communities, flooding should be restricted to tidal stages when the rich zones are
under water, to prevent secondary oiling.
Environmental Effects
Intertidal — Habitat may be physically disturbed and smothered as sand and gravel
components are washed down slope. Organisms may be flushed into lower tidal
zones.
Subtidal — Oiled sediment may be transported to shallow subtidal areas,
contaminating them and burying benthic organisms.
8a. Ambient-Water/Low-Pressure Washing < 50psi
Objective
Mobilize liquid oil that has adhered to the substrate or man-made structures, pooled
on the surface, or become trapped in vegetation to water's edge for collection.
Description
Low-pressure washing (<50 psi) with ambient seawater sprayed with hoses is used
to flush oil to the water's edge for pickup. Oil is trapped by booms and picked up
with skimmers or sorbents. Can be used with a deluge system on beaches to prevent
released oil from re-adhering to the substrate. Care must be taken not to drive the
oil into the substrate and to prevent erosion and siltation.
Applicable Shoreline Types
On heavily oiled rock shores, gravel beaches, rip rap, and seawalls where the oil is
still fresh and liquid. Also, in marshes and mangroves where free oil is trapped.
When to Use
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Where adhered oil is still fresh and must be removed due to continued release of oil.
Need to closely monitor for excessive siltation and erosion when flushing mixed
sand and gravel beaches.
Biological Constraints
May need to restrict use of flushing to certain tidal elevations so that the oil/ water
effluent does not drain across sensitive low tide habitats. In marshes, use only at
high tide under conditions where sediments will not be disturbed and either from
boats or the high-tide line to prevent foot traffic in vegetation.
Environmental Effects
Intertidal — If containment methods are not sufficient, contamination may be
flushed into lower intertidal zone. Foot traffic, hoses and the need for compressors
will increase the physical impact to the environment.
Subtidal — Oiled sediment may be transported to shallow subtidal areas,
contaminating them and burying benthic organisms.
8b. Ambient-Water/High-Pressure Washing <100psi
Objective
Mobilize oil that has adhered to hard substrates or man-made structures to water's
edge for collection.
Description
Similar to low-pressure washing except that water pressure is up to 100 psi. High-
pressure spray will better remove oil that has adhered to rocks. Because water
volumes are typically low, may require placement of sorbents directly below
treatment areas or use deluge to carry oil to water's edge for collection.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Rock shores, rip rap and vertical hard manmade structures. Can be used to flush
floating oil or loose oil out of tide pools and between crevices on rip rap.
When To Use
When low-pressure washing is not effective for removal of adhered oil, which must
be removed due to continued release of oil. When directed water jet can remove oil
from hard-to-reach sites. To remove oil from man-made structures for aesthetic
reasons.
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Biological Constraints
May need to restrict use of flushing to certain tidal elevations so that the oil/water
effluent does not drain across sensitive low-tide habitats.
Environmental Effects
Intertidal — May dislodge many organisms from the substrate surface. May drive
oil deeper into the substrate if water jet is improperly applied. Foot traffic, hoses
and the need for compressors will increase the physical impact to the environment.
If containment methods are not sufficient, contamination may be flushed into lower
intertidal zone.
Subtidal — Oiled sediment and dislodged organisms may be transported to shallow
subtidal areas, contaminating them and burying benthic organisms.
9. Warm-Water < 90jF/Moderate Pressure Washing 50- lOOpsi
Objective
Mobilize thick and weathered oil adhered to rock surfaces prior to flushing it to the
water's edge for collection.
Description
Heated seawater (ambient to 90jF) is applied at moderate pressure to mobilize
weathered oil that has adhered to rocks. If the warm water is not sufficient to flush
the oil down the beach, "deluge" flooding or additional low- or high-pressure
washing can be used to float the oil to the water's edge for pickup. Oil is trapped by
booms and picked up with skimmers or sorbents.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Heavily oiled gravel beaches, rip rap and hard, vertical, manmade structures such as
seawalls, bulkheads, and docks.
When To Use
When the oil has weathered to the point that low-pressure washing with ambient
water is not effective for removal of adhered oil, which must be removed due to
continued release of oil. To remove oil from man-made structures for aesthetic
reasons.
Biological Constraints
Must restrict use to certain tidal elevations so that the oil/water effluent does not
dram across sensitive low-tide habitats (damage can result from exposure to oil.
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oiled sediments, and warm water). Should be restricted adjacent to stream mouths,
tide pool communities, and similar rich intertidal communities.
Environmental Effects
Intertidal — Temperature change can kill attached organisms. May drive oil deeper
into substrate if water jet is not properly applied. Foot traffic, hoses and the need for
compressors and heaters will increase the physical impact to the environment. If
containment methods are not sufficient, contamination may bo flushed into lower
intertidal zones that would otherwise not be oiled.
Subtidal — Oiled sediment may be transported to shallow subtidal areas,
contaminating them and burying benthic organisms.
10. Hot-Water > 90jF/Moderate Pressure Washing 50-100psi
Objective
Dislodge and mobilize trapped and weathered oil from inaccessible locations and
surfaces not amenable to mechanical removal prior to flushing oil to water's edge for
collection.
Description
Water heaters mounted offshore on barges or small land-based units heat water to
temperatures from 90jF up to 170jF, which is usually sprayed by hand with
moderate-pressure wands. Used without water flooding, this procedure requires
immediate use of vacuum (vacuum trucks or super suckers) to remove the oil/water
runoff. With a deluge system, the oil is flushed to the water's surface for collection
with skimmers or sorbents.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Heavily oiled manmade, vertical structures such as seawalls, bulkheads and docks.
When To Use
When the oil has weathered to the point that even warm water at high pressure is
not effective for removal of adhered oil, which must be removed due to continued
release of oil. To remove oil from man-made structures for aesthetic reasons.
Biological Constraints
Restrict use to certain tidal elevations so that the oil/water effluent does not drain
across sensitive low-tide habitats (damage can result from exposure to oil, oiled
sediments, and hot water). Should be restricted near stream mouths, tide pool
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communities, etc. Released oil must be recovered to prevent further oiling of
adjacent environments.
Environmental Effects
Lntertidal — All attached organisms in the direct spray zone will be dislodged or
killed, and significant mortality (temperature impact) of the lower intertidal
communities may result even when used properly. May drive oil deeper into
substrate if water jet is improperly applied. Foot traffic, hoses and the need for
compressors will increase the physical impact to the environment. Where the
Lntertidal community is rich, the tradeoff between damage to the intertidal
community from the hot-water washing versus potential damage from leaving the
oil has to be weighed.
Subtidal — Oiled sediment may be transported to shallow subtidal areas,
contaminating them and burying benthic organisms.
11. Vacuum Removal of Oil
Objective
Remove free oil pooled on the substrate or from the water's surface in sheltered
areas.
Description
Use of a vacuum unit with a suction head to recover free oil. The equipment can
range from small portable units that fill individual 55-gallon drums to large
supersuckers that are truck-mounted and can lift large rocks. Can be used with
water spray systems to flush the oil towards the suction head.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Can be used on any shoreline type if accessible; not generally recommend on soft
mud substrates where mixing of oil deeper in the sediment might occur. May be
mounted offshore on barges, onshore on trucks, or as individual units on boats or
ashore at low tide.
When to Use
When free, liquid oil is stranded on the shoreline (usually along the high-tide line) or
trapped in vegetation that is readily accessible.
Biological Constraints
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Special restrictions should be identified for areas where foot traffic and equipment
operation should be limited, such as rich intertidal communities. Operations in
wetlands are to be very closely monitored, with a site-specific list of restrictions.
Environmental Effects
Intertidal — Minimal impacts if used properly and minimal substrate is removed.
Subtidal — None.
12. Sediment Reworking
Objective
Rework oiled sediments to break up the oil deposits, increase its surface area, and
mix deep subsurface oil layers that will expose the oil to natural removal processes
and enhance the rate of oil degradation.
Description
Beach sediments are rototilled or otherwise mechanically mixed with the use of
heavy equipment on gravel beaches. The oiled sediments in the upper beach area
may also be relocated lower on the beach to enhance natural cleanup during
reworking by wave activity (berm relocation).
Applicable Shoreline Types
Should be used only on beaches exposed to significant wave activity. Tilling-type
activities work best on beaches with a significant sand fraction; large equipment can
be used to relocate sediments up to boulder size.
When to Use
On beaches with significant amounts of subsurface oil, where sediment removal is
unfeasible (due to erosion concerns or disposal problems); also where surface oil
deposits have started to form pavements or crusts. Method may not be appropriate
in archaeological and/or culturally sensitive areas.
Biological Constraints
Should not be used on beaches near shellfish-harvest or fish-spawning areas, or near
bird nesting or concentration areas because of the potential for constant release of oil
arid oiled sediments. Sediment reworking should be restricted to the upper part of
the beach, to prevent disturbance of the biological communities in the lower
intertidal area.
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Iritertidal — Due to the mixing of oil into sediments, this process could further
expose organisms living below the original layer of oil. Repeated mixing over time
could delay the re-establishment of organisms. Relocated sediments would bury
and kill organisms. There may be a period of beach instability as the relocated
sediments are redistributed.
Subtidal — There is a potential for release of contaminated sediments to the
nearshore subtidal habitats.
13. Sediment Removal, Cleansing, and Replacement
Objective
To remove oiled sediment and replace them with cleaned or new material.
Description
Oiled sediments are excavated using heavy equipment on the beach at low tide. The
sediments are loaded into a container for washing. Cleansing methods include hot
water wash or physical agitation with a cleansing solution. After the cleansing
process, the rinsed materials are returned to the original area. Cleaning equipment
must be placed close to beaches to reduce transportation problems. If not possible
to clean oiled sediment replace with new material of similar composition.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Sand- to boulder-sized beaches including rip rap. The beaches must be exposed to
wave activity, so that the replaced sediments can be reworked into a natural
distribution.
When to Use
Applicable on beaches with large amounts of subsurface oil, where permanent
removal of sediment is undesired and other cleanup techniques are likely to be
ineffective. Method may not be appropriate in archaeological and/ or culturally
sensitive areas.
Biological Constraints
Excavating equipment must not intrude upon sensitive habitats. Only the upper and
supratidal areas should be considered. Generally restricted in spawning areas.
There may be site-specific constraints limiting placement of temporary sediment
storage piles. Replaced material must be free of oil and toxic substances. The
washing must not change the grain size of the replaced material, either by removal
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of fines or excessive breakage of friable sediments. If new material is used, it must
have a similar composition and grain size distribution as removed sediment.
Environmental Effects
Intertidal — All resident organisms will be affected, though the need for removal of
the oil may be determined to be the best overall solution. Equipment can be heavy,
large, and noisy; disrupting wildlife. Transportation to site may entail aircraft, land
vehicles, or barges, contributing to environmental disruption There may be a period
of beach instability as the replaced sediments are redistribi l:ed.
Subtidal — May release oil and fine-grained oily sediments into the water during
excavation. This is a concern due to tidal flushing of beach sediments and exposed
excavations.
14. Cutting Vegetation
Objective
Removal of oiled vegetation to prevent oiling of wildlife.
Description
Manual cutting of oiled vegetation and removal of cut vegetation with rakes. The cut
vegetation is bagged immediately for disposal.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Marshes, protected rock, boulder beaches, and low vegetated river bank.
When to Use
Use when large quantities of potentially mobile oil is trapped in vegetation or when
the risk of oiled vegetation contaminating wildlife is greater than the value of the
vegetation that is to be cut, and there is no less destructive method to remove or
reduce the risk to acceptable levels.
Biological Constraints
Strict monitoring of the operations must be conducted to minimize the degree of root
destruction and mixing of oil deeper into the sediments. For plants attached to rock
boulder or cobble beaches sources of population recruitment must be considered.
Access to bird nesting areas should be restricted during nesting seasons.
Environmental Effects
Intertidal — Removal of the vegetation will result in loss of habitat for many
animals. Cut areas will have reduced plant growth for up to two years. Along
exposed section of shoreline, the vegetation may not regrow, resulting in erosion and
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permanent loss of the habitat. Trampled areas (which are inevitable) will recover
much slower.
Subtidal — Long-term impacts would include increased sediment load in the
subtidal area as a result of increased erosion in the intertidal area.
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4 Shoreline Countermeasure Methods
Using Alternative Technology
Shoreline counterneasure based on conventional technology are not always successful in
effectively minimizing impacts or speeding up recovery of shorelines impacted by stranded
oil. Research and development is ongoing for both new and improved oil spill treatment
methods. Various chemical, thermal and biological techniques are currently being tested for
effectiveness and toxicity, and may be approved for use in certain situations. Methods
considered to be of potential use in this area are described below.
15 In-situ Burning on Shoreline
16a Chemical Oil Stabilization with Elastomizers
16b Chemical Protection of Beaches
16c Chemical Cleaning of Beaches
17 Nutrient Enhancement
18 Microbial Addition
15. In Situ Burning on Shorelines
Objective
Removal of oil from the shoreline by burning.
Description
Oil on the shoreline is burned, usually when it is on a combustible substrate such as
vegetation, logs, and other debris. Oil can be burned off of nonflammable substrates
with the aid of a burn promoter. Appropiate air quality agencies must be notified
prior to burn.
Applicable Shoreline Types
On any shoreline type except tidal flats.
When to Use
Early in the spill event, after ensuring that the product is ignitable. Must comply
with Northwest Area Plan In Situ Burning Policy.
Biological Constraints
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Should only be considered for use in the upper intertidal or supratidal zones since
destruction of plants and animals from heat and burn promoters will be extensive.
This technique is subject to restrictions and permit requirements established by
federal, state and local laws. It should not be used to burn PCBs, wastes containing
more than 1,000 parts per million (ppm) of halogenated solvents, or other substances
regulated by the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Environmental Effects
Little is known about the relative effects of burning oiled wetlands compared to
other techniques or natural recovery. Burning may cause significant air pollution,
which must be considered when weighing the potential benefits and risks of the
technique. The combustion products may travel great distances before deposition.
16a. Chemical Oil Stabilization with Elastomizers
Objective
Solidify or gelatinize oil on the water's surface or a beach to keep it from spreading
or escaping, and to speed recovery rate and efficiency.
Description
Chemical agent enhancing polymerization of the hydrocarbon molecules applied by
semi-liquid spray or as a dry chemical onto the oil in the proper dosage. Depending
on the nature and concentration of the polymerizing agent, the oil can be rendered
viscoelastic, but still fluid, gelatinous, or semisolid. The primary purpose is to
stabilize the oil, keeping it from spreading or escaping, causing oiling elsewhere.
May reduce the solubility of the light (and more toxic) fractions, by locking them
into the polymer. This reduces both air and water exposure. Depending on the
beach type and equipment used, recovery may be enhanced.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Suitable on shorelines of low permeability where heavy oil has pooled on the
surface, except vegetated shorelines.
When to Use
When heavy concentrations of liquid oil are on the substrate and adjacent water
body, and physical removal can not be completed prior to the next tide so that the oil
is likely to move to a more sensitive shoreline type. Should be used in conjunction
with booming or other physical containment. Must comply with National
Conhngencv Plan and Northwest Area Plan.
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Biological Constraints
Not suitable for vegetated or rip rap shore types. Should be avoided when birds or
other wildlife that may be more adversely impacted by the congealed oil can not be
kept away from the treated shoreline. The congealed oil may stick to vegetation and
wildlife, increasing physical damage to both. On rip rap the congealed oil may
remain in crevices where it may hamper recovery and prolong the release of sheens.
Environmental Effects
May enhance the smothering effect of oil on intertidal organisms. Thus, the
treatment should be considered only for heavily oiled beaches where smothering
effects are already maximal. The congealed oil may stick to vegetation and wildlife
increasing physical damage, such as impaired flight in birds or impaired
thermoregulation in mammals and birds whose feathers or fur become oiled.
16b. Chemical Protection of Beaches
Objective
Pretreat shoreline to prevent oil from adhering to the substrate.
Description
Certain types of water-based chemicals, some of which are similar in composition to
dispersants, are applied to beaches in advance of the oil.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Coarse- and fine-grained sand beaches, seawalls and piers (particularly piers or
waterfront facilities that are of historical significance), eroding bluffs, wave-cut
platforms, and rip rap.
When to Use
When oil is projected to impact an applicable shoreline, particularly those that have
high recreational or aesthetic value. Must comply with National Contingency Plan
and Northwest Area Plan.
Biological Constraints
May not be suitable for nutrient-rich environments, particularly in confined waters.
The toxicity of shoreline treatment products is reportedly much less than that of oil,
but the toxicity of each product should be evaluated prior to consideration for use.
Environmental Effects
The long-term environmental effects of these procedures are unknown. A toxic
effect of the chemical can be anticipated. Additionally, the nutrient load to
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nearshore and interstitial waters mav lead to eutrophication. Whether the predicted
reduced residence time of the oil on the beach will increase the survival rate for
sessile and interstitial organisms is unknown.
16c. Chemical Cleaning of Beaches
Objective
To increase the efficiency of oil removal from contaminated areas.
Description
Special formulations, which can be characterized as weak dispersants, are applied to
the substrate, as a presoak and/or flushing solution, to soften weathered or heavy
oils to aid in the efficiency of flushing treatment methods. The intent is to be able to
lower the temperature and pressure required to mobilize the oil from the substrate.
Applicable Shoreline Types
On any shoreline where deluge and water flushing procedures are applicable.
When to Use
When the oil has weathered to the point where it will not flow using warm to hot
water. This approach may be most applicable where flushing decreases in
effectiveness as the oil weathers. Must comply with National Contingency Plan and
Northwest Area Plan.
Biological Constraints
Will require extensive biological testing for toxicity and water quality sampling prior
to receiving approval for use. The concern is that the treated oil will be dispersed in
the water column, and thus impact water column and subtidal organisms. Field
tests will be required to show that use of a beach cleaner does not reduce overall
recoverabiiity of the oil. Use may be restricted where suspended sediment
concentrations are high, adjacent to wedands and tidal flats, and near sensitive
subtidal resources.
Environmental Effects
If more oil is dispersed into the water column, there could be more oil sorbed onto
suspended sediments and transferred to subtidal habitats, particularly along
sheltered shorelines. Intertidal habitats might survive better, if cooler water
temperatures are possible.
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17. Nutrient Enhancement
Objective
To speed the rates of natural microbial degradation of oil by addition of nutrients
(specifically nitrogen and phosphorus). Microbial biodegradation is the conversion
by microorganisms of dissolved and dispersed hydrocarbons into oxidized products
via various enzymatic reactions. Some hydrocarbons are converted to carbon
dioxide and cell material, while others are partially oxidized and/or left unaltered as
a residue.
Description
Nutrients are applied to the shoreline in one of several methods: soluble inorganic
formulations that are dissolved in water and applied as a spray at low tide, requiring
frequent applications; slow-release formulations that are applied as a solid to the
intertidal zone and designed to slowly dissolve; and oleophilic formulations that
adhere to the oil itself, thus they are sprayed directly on the oiled areas.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Could be used on any shoreline type where safe access is allowed.
When to Use
On moderately to heavily oiled shorelines, after other techniques have been used to
remove as much oil as possible; on lightly oiled shorelines where other techniques
are not effective; and where nutrients are a limiting factor in natural degradation.
Potentially for the treatment of subsurface oil. Must comply with National
Contingency Plan and Northwest Area Plan.
Biological Constraints
Not applicable in shallow water, poorly flushed, restricted embayments where
nutrient overloading may lead to eutrophication, or where toxicity of nutrients,
particularly ammonia, is of concern. There must be no risk of oxygen depletion. Use
is to be restricted adjacent to stream mouths, tide pools, etc. Contact toxicity of
oleophilic formulations may restrict areas of direct application. Bioassay test results
should be carefully evaluated, as other chemicals in the formulations could be toxic
to aquatic organisms.
Environmental Effects
Tests in Alaska showed that interstitial oxygen concentrations did not decrease to
such an extent that it limited the supply of oxygen available to the bacteria. The
fertilizer applications that increased nutrient concentrations and microbial activitv
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did not harm the nearshore environment. About 99 percent of butoxyethanol, a toxic
component of the Inipol formulation, (the fertilizer commonly used in Alaska)
degraded to nontoxic compounds within 24 hours after Lnipol treatments of cobble
shorelines. Inipol was initially toxic to intertidal organisms directly contacted
during application. Researchers also found no evidence that the nutrients released
from the treated shorelines stimulated algal blooms.
18. Microbial Addition
Objective
To speed the rates of natural microbial degradation of oil by addition of nutrients
and microbial products. Microbial biodegradation is the conversion by
microorganisms of dissolved and dispersed hydrocarbons into oxidized products via
various enzymatic reactions. Some hydrocarbons are converted to carbon dioxide
and cell material, while others are partially oxidized and/or left untouched as a
residue.
Description
Formulations containing hydrocarbon-degrading microbes and fertilizers are added
to the oiled area. The argument is made that indigenous organisms will be killed by
the oil, so new microbial species need to be added to begin the process of
biodegradation. To date, microbial addition has not been shown to work better than
fertilizer alone in field tests.
Applicable Shoreline Types
Could be used on any shoreline type where safe access is allowed.
When to Use
On moderately to heavily oiled shorelines, after other techniques have been used to
remove as much oil as possible; on lightly oiled shorelines where other techniques
are not effective; and where oil degrading bacteria are a limiting factor in natural
degradation. Potentially for the treatment of subsurface oil. Must comply with
National Contingency Plan and Northwest Area Plan.
Biological Constraints
Not applicable in shallow water, poorly flushed, restricted embayments where
nutrient overloading may lead to eutrophication, or where toxicity of nutrients,
particularly ammonia, is of concern. There must be no risk of oxygen depletion. Use
is to be restricted adjacent to stream mouths, tide pool communities, etc. Bioassav
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test results should be carefully evaluated, as other chemicals in the formulation
could be toxic to aquatic organisms.
Environmental Effects
Yet to be evaluated for full-scale field applications.
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5 Matrices of Recommended
Countermeasure Methods
by Oil and Shoreline Type
The matrices included in this chapter show which shoreline countermeasure techniques
have been considered for the fourteen shoreline types described in Chapter 2. Four matrices
have been constructed for the major categories of oil (very light, light, medium, heavy).
Countermeasure methods are described in Chapters 3 and 4. Countermeasures in Chapter 3
are traditional or conventional techniques that the OSC can use without any additional
concurrence. However, the cutting of vegetation countermeasure should be used only
during specific seasonal windows under specific conditions and with landowner approval.
Countermeasures in Chapter 4 are described under a separate section called "Shoreline
Countermeasure Methods Using Alternative Technology" may be useful in certain
situations,. These methods are considered more experimental and controversial in their
application and potential impacts and require„more formal review and consultation before
implementing. The exact requirements are spelled out in the National Contingency Plan
and the Northwest Area Plan. The Shoreline Countermeasures Matrices are a particularly
dynamic component of the manual and should continue to be revised as the existing
techniques are used and evaluated, and as both old and new techniques are refined.
Each matrix has a written explanation of how it is to be used as a countermeasure
advisability matrix. The matrix is only a general guide for removing oil from shoreline
substrates. It must be used in conjunction with the entire "Shoreline Countermeasures
Manual" plus field observations and scientific advice. The countermeasures listed are not
necessarily the best under all circumstances, and any listed technique may need to be used
in conjunction with other techniques (including ones not listed herein). The Federal On-
Scene Coordinator (FOSC) or the State OSC operating with the FOSC's authorization has the
responsibility for and authority to determine which countermeasure(s) are appropriate for
the various situations encountered.
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Selection of couritermeasure techniques to be used in each spill is based upon the degree of
oil contamination, shoreline types, and the presence of sensitive resources. Extremely
sensitive areas are generally limited to manual cleanup methods. It is important to note that
the primary goal of countermeasure implementation is the removal of oil from the shoreline
with no further injury or destruction to the environment. The three categories of guidance
used in the matrices are defined as follows:
R Recommended May be the preferred method that best achieves the
goal of minimizing destruction or injury to the
environment
C Conditional
Viable and possibly useful but may result in limited
adverse effects to the environment
Shaded
Not applicable or not generally recommended.
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Heavy Oil (Heavy Crude Oils. Intermediate Fuel Oils, Bunker C & Heavily Weathered Medium Crudes)
• Heavy oils with little or no evaporation or dissolution
• Water-soluble fraction likely to be <10ppm
• Heavy contamination of intertidal areas likely
• Severe impacts to waterfowl and fur-bearing mammals (coating and ingestion)
• Long-term contamination to sediments possible
• Weathers very slowly
• Dispersion seldom effective
• Shoreline cleanup difficult under all conditions
SHORELINE TYPES CODES
1- Exposed rock shores and vertical, hard man-made
6B - Gravel beaches - cobbles to boulders
structure (e.g. seawalls)
6C - Exposed rip rap
2 - Exposed wave-cut platforms
7 - Exposed tidal flat
3 - Fine to medium grained sand beaches & steep
8A- Sheltered vertical rock shores and vertical,
unvegetated river banks
hard man-made structures (e g. seawalls, docks,
4 - Course grained sand beaches
bulkheads)
5 - Mixed sand and gravel beaches, including artificial
8B - Sheltered nibble slope
fill containing a range of grain size and material
9A - Sheltered sand and mud flats
6A - Gravel beaches - pebbles to cobble
9B - Sheltered vegetated low bank
10 - Marshes
SHORELINE TYPES
COUNTERMEASURES
1
2
3
4
5
6A
6B
6C
7
8A
8B
9A
9B
10
CONVENTIONAL METHODS
No action
c
c
C
c
c
c
c
C
R
c
c
R
c
R
Manual removal of oil
c
R
R
R
R
c
c
c
R
R
c
C
Passive collection of oil
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
C
R
R
C
R
Oiled debris removal
C
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
C
R
R
C
R
T renching/recovery
wells
C
c
C
Oiled sediment removal
C
C
C
C
C
C
Ambient water flooding
(Deluge)
C
C
C
R
R
R
R
R
C
C
Amb water flush <50 psi
C
c
C
R
C
R
C
C
C
C
Amb water flush <100 psi
C
C
C
C
C
C
Warm water flush <90jF
C
C
C
C
Hot water flush >90jF
C
C
Vacuum removal of oil
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
Sediment reworking
C
C
C
C
Sediment Removal-
cleaning-replacement
C
C
C
C
C
Cutting oiled vegetation
C
C
C
C
C
C
ALTERNATIVE METHODS*
In-situ burning on
shore
Chemical stabilization. protectioi
cleaning
Nutrient enhancement
C
c
C
C
C
C
C
Microbial addition
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C Conditional (Refer to NAV Shoreline Countermeasures Manual)
Shaded areas are Not Applicable or Not Generally Recommened
* Follow approved process defined in NCP and NW Area Plan
This countermeasure advisability matrix is only a general guide for removal of oil from shoreline substrates. It
must be used in conjunction with the entire Shoreline Countermeasures Manual plus field observations and
scientific advice. The countermeasures listed are not necessarily the best under all circumstances, and any listed
technique may need to be used in conjunction with other techniques (including ones not listed herein). The
Federal On-Scene Coordinator (FOSC) or the state OSC operating with the FOSC's authorization has the
responsibility for and the authority to determine which countermeasure(s) are appropriate for various situations
encountered. Selection of countermeasures is based on the degree of oil contamination, the shoreline type, and
the presence of sensitive resources.
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Medium Oil (Most Crude Oils & Some Heavily Weathered Light Crudes)
• About I f3 will evaporate within 24 hours
• Maximum water-soluble fraction is I0-I00ppm
• Oil contamination of intertidal areas can be severe and long-term
• Impact to waterfowl and fur-bearing mammals can be severe
• Chemical dispersion is an option within 1-2 days
• Cleanup most effective if conducted quickly
SHORELINE TYPES CODES
1 - Exposed rock shores and vertical, hard man-made
6B - Gravel beaches - cobbles to boulders
structure (e.g. seawalls)
6C - Exposed rip rap
2 - Exposed wave-cut platforms
7 - Exposed tidal flat
3 - Fine to medium grained sand beaches & steep
8A- Sheltered vertical rock shores and vertical,
unvegetated river banks
hard man-made structures (e.g. seawalls, docks,
4 - Course grained sand beaches
bulkheads)
5 - Mixed sand and gravel beaches, including artificial
8B - Sheltered rubble slope
fill containing a range of grain size and material
9A - Sheltered sand and mud flats
6A - Gravel beaches - pebbles to cobble
9B - Sheltered vegetated low bank
10 - Marshes
SHORELINE TYPES
COUNTERMEASURES
CONVENTIONAL METHODS
No action
6A 6B
6C
R
8A 8B 9A 9B 10
R
Manual removal of oil
R
R
R
R
R
Passive collection of oil
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
Oiled debris removal
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
T renching/recovery
wells
Oiled sediment removal
Ambient water flooding
(Deluge)
R
R
R
R
R
Amb water flush <50 psi
R
R
R
Amb water flush < 100 psi
Warm water flush <90;F
Hot water flush >90; F
Vacuum removal of oil
R
R
R
R
Sediment reworking
Sediment Removal-
cleaning-replacement
In-situ burning on
shore
Chemical stabilization, protectior
cleaning
Nutrient enhancement
Microbial addition
R Recommend - May be Preferred Altername
C Conditional I Refer to N\V Shoreline Countermeasures Manual)
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Shaded areas are Not Applicable or Not Generally Recommened
* Follow approved process defined in NCP and NW Area Plan
This countermeasure advisability matrix is only a general guide for removal of oil from shoreline substrates. It
must be used in conjunction with the entire Shoreline Countermeasures Manual plus field observations and
scientific advice. The countermeasures listed are not necessarily the best under all circumstances, and any listed
technique may need to be used in conjunction with other techniques (including ones not listed herein). The
Federal On-Scene Coordinator (FOSC) or the state OSC operating with the FOSC's authorization has the
responsibility for and the authority to determine which countermeasure(s) are appropriate for various situations
encountered. Selection of countermeasures is based on the degree of oil contamination, the shoreline type, and the
presence of sensitive resources.
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Light Oil (Diesel, No 2 Fuel Oils, Light Crudes)
• Moderately volatile, will leave residue (up to 1/3 of spilled amount)
• Moderate concentrations of toxic (soluble) compounds
• Long-term contamination of intertidal resources possible
• Potential for subtidal impacts (dissolution, mixing, sorption onto suspended sediments)
• No dispersion necessary
• Cleanup can be very effective
SHORELINE TYPES CODES
1- Exposed rock shores and vertical, hard man-made
structure (e.g. seawalls)
2 - Exposed wave-cut platforms
3 - Fine to medium grained sand beaches & steep
unvegetated river banks
4 - Course grained sand beaches
5 - Mixed sand and gravel beaches, including artificial
fill containing a range of grain size and material
6A - Gravel beaches - pebbles to cobble
6B - Gravel beaches - cobbles to boulders
6C - Exposed np rap
7 - Exposed tidal flat
8A- Sheltered vertical rock shores and vertical,
hard man-made structures (e.g. seawalls, docks,
bulkheads)
8B - Sheltered rubble slope
9A - Sheltered sand and mud flats
9B - Sheltered vegetated low bank
10 - Marshes
SHORELINE TYPES
COUNTERMEASURES
6A
6B 6C
CONVENTIONAL METHODS
8A 8B
9A
9B
No action
R
R
C
C
C
C
c
C
R
C
C
R
C
R
Manual removal of oil
C
C
C
C
c
C
R
R
C
Passive collection of oil
C
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
C
R
R
C
R
R
Oiled debris removal
C
C
R
R
R
«
R
R
C
R
R
C
C
r
Trenching/recovery
wells
C
C
C
Oiled sediment removal
C
C
C
C
Ambient water flooding
(Deluge)
C
C
C
R
R
R
C
C
Amb water flush <50 psi
C
C
C
C
C
R
C
C
Amb water flush <100 psi
Warm water flush <90 ;F
Hot water flush >90iF
Vacuum removal of oil
C
C
C
Sediment reworking
C
C
C
C
Sediment Removal-
cleaning-replacement
C
C
C
Cutting oiled vegetation
C
C
C
C
C
C
10
ALTERNATIVE METHODS*
In-situ burning of
shore
Chemical stabilizaiion. protectic
cleaning
Nutrient enhancement
Microbial addition
K Recommend - Maybe Preferred Alternative
C Conditional (Refer to N\V Shoreline Countermeasures Manual)
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Shaded areas are Not Applicable or Not Generally Recommened
* Follow approved process defined m NCP and NW Area Plan
This countermeasure advisability matrix is only a general guide for removal of oil from shoreline substrates. It
must be used in conjunction with the entire Shoreline Countermeasures Manual plus field observations and
scientific advice. The countermeasures listed are not necessarily the best under all circumstances, and any listed
technique may need to be used in conjunction with other techniques (including ones not listed herein). The
Federal On-Scene Coordinator (FOSC) or the state OSC operating with the FOSC's authorization has the
responsibility for and the authority to determine which countermeasure(s) are appropriate for various situations
encountered. Selection of countermeasures is based on the degree of oil contamination, the shoreline type, and
the presence of sensitive resources.
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Very Light Oil (Jet fuels, Gasoline)
• Highly volatile (should all evaporate within 1-2 days)
• High concentration of toxic (soluble) compounds
• Result: Localized, severe impacts to water column and intertidal resources
• Duration of impact is a function of the resource recovery rate
• No dispersion necessary
SHORELINE TYPES CODES
1- Exposed rock shores and vertical, hard man-made
6B - Gravel beaches - cobbles to boulders
structure (e.g. seawalls)
6C - Exposed rip rap
2 - Exposed wave-cut platforms
7 - Exposed tidal flat
3 - Fine to medium grained sand beaches & steep
8A- Sheltered vertical rock shores and vertical,
unvegetated river banks
hard man-made structures (e.g. seawalls, docks,
4 - Course grained sand beaches
8B - Sheltered rubble slope
5 - Mixed sand and gravel beaches, including artificial
9A - Sheltered sand and mud flats
fill containing a range of grain size and material
9B - Sheltered vegetated low bank
6A - Gravel beaches - pebbles to cobble
10 - Marshes
SHORELINE TYPES
COUNTERMEASURES l
CONVENTIONAL METHODS
No action
R
R
R
R
6A
R
6B
6 C 7 8A 8B 9A 9B 10
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
Manual removal of oil
Passive collection of oil
Oiled debris removal
T renching/recovery
wells
Oiled sediment removal
Ambient water flooding
(Deluge)
Amb water flush <50 psi
Amb water flush < 100 psi
Warm water flush <90;F
Hot water flush >90;F
Vacuum removal of oil
Sediment reworking
Sediment Removal-
cleamng-replacement
Cutting oiled vegetation
ALTERNATIVE METHODS*
In-situ burning on
shore
Chemical stabilization, protectic
cleaning
Nutrient enhancement
Microbial addition
R Recommend - May be Preferred Alternative
C Conditional (Refer to NW Shoreline Countermeasures Manual)
Shaded areas are Not Applicable or Not Generally Recommened
* Follow approved process defined in \CP and ^AV Area Plan
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This countermeasure advisability matrix is only a general guide for removal of oil from shoreline substrates. It
must be used tn conjunction with the entire Shoreline Countermeasures Manual plus field observations and
scientific advice. The countermeasures listed are not necessarily the best under all circumstances, and any listed
technique may need to be used in conjunction with other techniques (including ones not listed herein). The
Federal On-Scene Coordinator (FOSC) or the state OSC operating with the FOSC's authorization has the
responsibility for and the authority to determine which countermeasure(s) are appropriate for various situations
encountered Selection of countermeasures is based on the degree of oil contamination, the shoreline type, and
the presence of sensitive resources.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION 1
A. Purpose 1
B. Discussion
SECTION 2 - QUICK START 1
A. Purpose 2
B. Discussion 2
C. Recall 2
D. Equipment Requirements 4
E. Mobilization 7
F. Distribution 10
G. Response 13
H. Reduction in Force 15
I. Increase in Force 16
J. Demobilize 16
SECTION 3 - EQUIPMENT CAPABILITIES 18
A. Purpose 18
B. Discussion 18
C. Definitions 18
D. Types of Communications Systems 19
E. Spill Response Communications 23
F. Mobile Communications Staging Areas 25
G. Communications Status Charts 25
H. Security Awareness 25
I. Types of Equipment Setups 26
SECTION 4 - COAST GUARD COMMUNICATIONS 27
A. Coast Guard District 13 Telecommunications Management Office 27
B. Coast Guard Pacific Strike Team Communications 29
C. Coast Guard Pacific Area Transportable Communications Center (TCC) 29
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SECTION 5 - STATE/PRIVATE RADIO COMMUNICATIONS
30
A. State of Washington 30
B. State of Oregon 31
C. Private Radio Communications 31
SECTION 6 - FEDERAL/STATE/COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATIONS RESOURCES 34
A. Commercial Communications Resources 34
B. Government/State Commercial Resources 35
SECTION 7 - FREQUENCIES 39
A. Frequencies allocated to the Petroleum Radio Service 39
B. Other Common Frequencies 39
C. Intra-Agency and Intra-Company Frequencies 40
D. International Frequency Listing 42
E. Organization Working 44
F. Wire Diagram of the Organization Working Frequencies 45
G. Land/Mobile Repeaters 46
SECTION 8 - COMMUNICATIONS CENTER 47
SECTION 9 - MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDINGS (MOUs) 48
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SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION
A. PURPOSE
To delineate existing communication capabilities and sources of additional equipment that might be
needed in the event of a catastrophic oil or hazardous substance pollution incident. Specifically, this
section will discuss the following communications capabilities:
• Rad'o
• Telephone
• Cellular Telephone
• Satellite Telephone
• FAX
• Electronic Mail
• Supplemental sources of communications equipment
The secondary purpose is to identify the operating frequencies used by principal federal and state
agencies, and to provide an overview of those agencies' capabilities and resources.
B. DISCUSSION
Effective communications between all involved parties and agencies are crucial when coordinating an
effective response to any oil or hazardous substance pollution incident. Adequate equipment and a
well thought out communications plan are imperative to a coordinated response. For responses
involving numerous vessels or operations distant from the command center, a communications center
will have to be set up in the most logical location. The communications center will require telephones,
facsimile machines, and radio base stations with additional portable radios for each established
network.
The distances involved may necessitate the installation of VHF/UHF repeater stations to allow
communications at greater distances. Contingency planners must seriously address their
communications requirements prior to the event. Failure to properly command and control response
resources will prove devastating to the response.
Costs and operability shall be important considerations when obtaining equipment and services.
Communications shall be conducted to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of Coast Guard and
other involved party's pollution incident mitigation efforts.
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SECTION 2 - QUICK START
A. PURPOSE
To represent the steps to be taken during a communications event.
B. DISCUSSION
The steps to be carried out during a communications event can effectively be broken into blocks of
procedure; from initial notification (RECALL) to developing the final (AFTER ACTION) report. These
procedures are further developed into charts, tables and graphs which assist the user to carry out the
plan. (See Exhibit 1)
Recall
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C. RECALL
This section outlines important actions to be taken when receiving the first notification of an event;
serious delays of equipment or personnel may result if these initial questions are not properly
addressed. The actions include providing an assignment, designating a reporting location and a
reporting time, travel instructions and whether phones or radios are required. (See Exhibit 2)
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SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION
URPOSE
To delineate existing communication capabilities and sources of additional equipment that migh'. be
needed in the event of a catastrophic oil or hazardous substance pollution incident. Specifically, this
section will discuss the following communications capabilities:
• Radio
• Telephone
• Cellular Telephone
• Satellite Telephone
• FAX
« Electronic Mail
• Supplemental sources of communications equipment
The secondary purpose is to identify the operating frequencies used by principal federal and state
a- ncies, and to provide an overview of those agencies' capabilities and resources.
B. DISCUSSION
Effective communications between all involved parties and agencies are crucial when coordinating an
' "" otive response to any oil or hazardous substance pollution incident. Adequate equipment and a
thought out communications plan are imperative to a coordinated response. For responses
invoiving numerous vessels or operations distant from the command center, a communications center
will have to be set up in the most logical location. The communications center will require telephones,
facsimile machines, and radio base stations with additional portable radios for each established
network.
The distances involved may necessitate the installation of VHF/UHF repeater stations to allow
communications at greater distances. Contingency planners must seriously address their
communications requirements prior to the event. Failure to properly command and control response
resources will prove devastating to the response.
Costs and operability shall be important considerations when obtaining equipment and services.
Communications shall be conducted to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of Coast Guard and
other involved party's pollution incident mitigation efforts.
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SECTION 2 - QUICK START
A. PURPOSE
To represent the steps to be taken during a communications event.
B. DISCUSSION
The steps to be carried out during a communications event can effectively be broken into blocks of
procedure; from initial notification (RECALL) to developing the final (AFTER ACTION) report. These
procedures are further developed into charts, tables and graphs which assist the user to carry out the
plan. (See Exhibit 1)
C. RECALL
This section outlines important actions to be taken when receiving the first notification of an event;
serious delays of equipment or personnel may result if these initial questions are not properly
addressed. The actions include providing an assignment, designating a reporting location and a
reporting time, travel instructions and whether phones or radios are required. (See Exhibit 2)
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Exhibit 2
Notification
Document the time and date that contact is made to report to the transportation area and keep receipts
of any costs incurred to reach the destination.
Briefing
Obtain an operational briefing and then hold a briefing for your subordinates. Present the "big
picture". Planning is easier to achieve when you know the scope of the incident.
Assignment
Ensure that each person on your team has a clear understanding of their specific duties and then
documents all assignments.
Reporting
Upon arrival at the incident site, check-in at the designated check-in location. These may be found at:
• Incident Command Post
• Base or Camps
• Staging Areas
• Helibases
• Division Supervisor (for direct line assignments)
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Initial check-in mu§t iAclude the following information:
• Cellular Phone Number
• Pager Phone Number
• Radio Communications PRImary/SECondary working frequency (if known)
o ICS Organization position (BR/DIV/UNIT/CH1EF/STF OFFICER)
Agency representatives from assisting or cooperating agencies report to the Liaison Officer at the
Command Post after completing the check-in procedure.
D. EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
This section includes a determination of whether phones and/or radios are required and further
identifies any cellular, TELCO landline, satellite or RF needs. This requirement is sub-divided into the
first 24 hours and any subsequent requests. For a list of vendors, cite the Federal/State/Commercial
Resources listings found in section 6. (See Exhibits 3 and 4)
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Initial Requirement (1st 24 Hours)
• Cellular. Bring all locally controlled office cellular telephones and charging units.
• Landlines. Attempt to obtain estimates for any landline needs. Decide if TELCO can provide the
number and type of circuits you require. If not, request FEMA and/or MSRC VAN with Satellite
PBX capability. Contact the Logistics Officer for funding authority. Contact the local phone
company to arrange for installation and request expected delivery date. The Communications
Section Leader or equivalent is to receipt for leased equipment at the Emergency Operations Center
(EOC).
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• Satellite. Obtain any locally controlled office portable satellite telephone equipment.
• Paging. Obtain all locally controlled office pagers.
• Radio. Obtain all locally controlled office portable handheld radios, batteries and charging units
Radio Frequency Assignment Worksheet (ICS-217)
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RADIO FREQUENCY ASSIGNMENT WORKSHEET (ICS FORM 217)
Purpose. The Radio Frequency Assignment Worksheet is used by the Communications Unit
Leader to assist in determining frequency allocations.
Preparation. Cache radio frequencies available to the incident are listed on the form. Major
agency frequencies assigned to the incident should be added to the bottom of the worksheet.
Distribution. The worksheet, prepared by the Communications Unit, is for internal use.
Instructions for Completing the Radio Frequency Assignment Worksheet (ICS
Form 217).
ITEM
NUMBER
ITEM TITLE
INSTRUCTIONS
I .
Incident Name
Print the name assigned to the incident.
2.
Dale
Enter date (month, day, year) prepared.
3.
Operational Period
Enter the time interval for which the assignment applies.
Record the start date/time and end date/time.
4.
Incident Organization
List frequencies allocated for each channel for each
organizational element activated, record the number of
radios required to perform the designated function on the
specified frequency.
5.
Radio Data
For each radio cache and frequency assigned, record the
associated function. Functional assignments are.
Command
Support
Division tactical
Ground-to-air
6.
Agency
List the freauencies for each maior aeencv assigned to the
incident. Also list the function and channel number
assigned.
7.
Total Radios Required
Total each column. This provides the number of radios
required by each organizational unit. Also total each row
which provides the number of radios using each available
frequency.
8.
Prepared By
Enter the name and position of the person completing the
worksheet.
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E. MOBILIZATION
Actions include leasing a vehicle, collecting leased or purchased telephone and/or radio equipment, and
transporting the assembled materials to the equipment staging area for further distribution.
(SeeExhibit 5)
Exhibit 5
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RADIO REQUIREMENTS WORKSHEET (ICS FORM 216)
Purpose. The Radio Requirements Worksheet is used to develop the total number of personal
portable radios required for each Division/Group and Branch. It provides a listing of all units
assigned to each Division, and thus depicts the total incident radio needs.
Initiation of Form. The worksheet is prepared by the Communications Unit for each
operational period and can only be completed after specific resource assignments are made and
designated on Assignment Lists. This worksheet need not be used if the Communications Unit
Leader can easily obtain the information directly from Assignment Lists.
Distribution. The worksheet is for internal use by the Communications Unit and therefore there
is no distribution of the form.
Instuctions for Completing the Radio Requirements Worksheet (ICS Form 216).
ITEM
NUMBER
ITEM TITLE
INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Incident Name
Print the name assigned to the incident.
2.
Date
Enter date (month, day, year) prepared.
3.
Time Prepared
Enter time prepared (24-hour clock).
4.
Branch
Enter the Branch number (I, II, etc.) for which radio
requirements.are being prepared.
5.
Agency
Enter the three-letter designator of the agency staffing the
Branch Director position (e.g.. VNC. CDF, ANF. LFD,
etc.)
6.
Operational Period
Enter the time interval for which the assignment applies.
Record the start date/time and end date/time.
7.
TacticaJ Frequency
Enter the radio frequency to be used by the Branch Director
to communicate with each Division/Group Supervisor in
the Branch.
8.
Division/Group
Enter for each Division/Group in the Branch the
Divtsion/Group identifier (A. B, etc.) and the agency
assigned (e.g., LAC, VNC, etc.)
9.
Agency/ID No /Radio
Requirements
List all units assigned to each Division/Group. Record the
agency designator, unit or resource identification, and total
number of radios needed for each unit or resource.
10.
Prepared By
Enter the name and position of the person completing the
worksheet.
•NOTE: Detailed instructions for the completion of the Worksheet are found in [CS 223-5
Communications Unit Position Manual. Chapter 3.
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F. DISTRIBUTION
One of the most important issues to spill response, is resource inventory and material control. Without
a proper inventory, materials may become lost or stolen. Equipment staging area custodians must
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thoroughly control equipment issue and recovery. This block outlines the actions to be taken for receipt
and resupply of communication equipment and services. (See Exhibit 6)
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Exhibit 6
Fixed Landline
The Communications Section Leader or equivalent is responsible for approval and receipt of any
TELCO installation, for reporting damage to leased equipment and to obtain replacements as required.
Requests for hardware, circuit installations or deinstallations must be approved by the Communications
Section Leader. Contact the U.S. West POC in section 6-A for new or additional services, and then
obtain an expected delivery date. Receipt for the equipment at the Emergency Operations Center. The
Communications Section Leader will arrange for circuit deinstallations as required or after unit
demobilization.
Cellular
The Communications Section Leader estimates the need for new or additional cellular telephones and
then obtains funding authority from the Logistics Officer to purchase or lease the additional equipment.
Contact the AT&T Wireless POC in section 6-A to arrange for new or additional services and then
obtain an expected delivery date. Receipt for the equipment at the Emergency Operations Center and
arrange transportation for the equipment to the staging site. The manager of the staging site accepts,
inventories and disburses the new equipment as required. Tum-in unrepairable equipment is to be
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surveyed and reordered as required. The staging site manager returns the equipment to the
Communications Section Leader after unit demobilization. The Communications Section Leader
returns any leased equipment back to the vendor.
Satellite
The Communications Section Leader estimates the need for satellite telephone services and obtains
funding authority from the Logistics Officer to purchase or lease the additional equipment. Contact
AMSC or Puget Sound Instruments POC in section 6-A to arrange for purchase of portable satellite
hardware and service. Obtain an expected delivery date. Receipt lor the equipment at the Emergency
Operations Center and arrange transportation for the equipment to the staging site. The manager of the
staging site accepts, inventories and disburses the new equipment as required. Turn-in unrepairable
equipment is to be surveyed and reordered as required. The staging site manager returns the equipment
to the Communications Section Leader after unit demobilization. The Communications Section Leader
returns any leased equipment back to the vendor.
Paging
The Communications Section Leader estimates the need for new or additional paging services and then
obtains funding authority from the Logistics Officer to purchase or lease the additional equipment.
Contact the PageNet POC in section 6-A to arrange for new or additional services and then obtain an
expected activation date. Receipt for the equipment at the Emergency Operations Center and arrange
transportation for the equipment to the staging site. The manager of the staging site accepts,
inventories and disburses the new equipment as required. Turn-in unrepairable equipment is to be
surveyed and reordered as required. The staging site manager returns the equipment to the
Communications Section Leader after unit demobilization. The Communications Section Leader
returns any leased equipment back to the vendor.
Phone Book
Develop an agency phone book to contain Email addresses, primary/secondary RF working channels
and assigned telephone number of Pagers and Cellular Phones.
Portable Radio
The Communications Section Leader estimates the need for additional portable radios and then obtains
funding authority from the Logistics Officer to purchase or lease the portable (handheld) radio
equipment. Contact the RATELCO POC or other vendors in section 6-A to arrange for new or leased
portable radio hardware and then obtain an expected delivery date. To obtain a cache of portable
handheld radio equipment, contact the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) POC in section 6-B
and arrange for a delivery date. Receipt for the equipment at the Emergency Operations Center and
arrange transportation for the equipment to the staging site. The manager of the staging site accepts,
inventories and disburses the new equipment as required. Turn-in unrepairable equipment is to be
surveyed and reordered as required. The staging site manager returns the equipment to the
Communications Section Leader after unit demobilization. The Communications Section Leader
returns any leased equipment back to the vendor.
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Fixed Radio
Determine your short-range communications (UHF/VHF) needs. For communications support
personnel and Auxiliary network coordinator, contact the USCG Auxiliary POC located in section 6-
B. If unavailable, contact his alternate. For additional short range communications (VHF) needs, state
and Gov. agencies can contact the Thirteenth Coast Guard District (dt) POC in section 6-B for use
of government repeater sites and equipment. To obtain a cache of fixed and repeater radio equipment,
contact the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) or MSRC POC in section 6-B and arrange for
a delivery date. As an alternative, purchase fixed equipment direct from RAYTELCO or a vendor of
your choice.
Determine your medium to long range communications (MF/HF) needs. Government and state
agencies can contact the USCG Pacific Area Command (ptt) POC located in section 6-B to request
use of the Transportable Communications Center (TCC).
To request FEMA's Mobile Radio Van (MRV), state and Government agencies can contact the FEMA
POC located in section 6-B.
To request MSRC's Mobile Radio Van (MRV), contact the MSRC POC located in section 6-A. It
should also be noted that access to the MSRC's van for oil spill response must go to Coast Guard Head
Quarters for specific authorization.
G. RESPONSE
This block begins the development of the Communications Plan (ICS 205), based upon known facts or
collected information. (See Exhibit 7)
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RADIO COMMUNICATIONS PLAN (ICS FORM 2OS)
Purpose. The Incident Radio Communications Plan provides, in one location, information on ill
radio frequency assignments far each operational period. The plan is a summary of information
obtained from die Radio Requirement Worksheet (ICS Form 216) and the Radio Frequency
Assignment Worksheet (ICS Farm 217). Information from the Radio Communications Plan on
frequency assignments is normally placed on the appropriate Assignment List (ICS Form 204).
Preparation. The Incident Radio Cwnrnimirarinns Plan is prepared by the Oommuiicarioni Unit
Leader and given to the P!inning Section Chief. Detailed instructions on preparing this form may
be found in ICS 223-5, the Communications Unit Position ManuaL
Distribution. The Radio Communications Han is duplicated and given to all recipients of the
Incvkni Action Plan including the Incident Comnunicaaons Censer. Infonrauon from the plan is
normally p1"**** on the appropriate Assignment List(s) (ICS Form 204).
Item#
1.
Item Title
Instructions 1
Incident Name
Print the name assigned to the incident.
2.
Disc/Time Prepared
Enter date (month, day, year) and time ptepaied (24-hour clock).
3-
Operational Period
Daao/Time
Enter the date and time interval for which the Radio J
rVamrnniraHona Plan applies. Reenrrf the Out rime anA end time |
and include date(s). I
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Basic Radio Channel
UritiMtinn System
Enter the radio syataajs) assigned and used on the incident (e-g., E
CLEMARS, Region 9 Emergency SysKm). I
Channel Number
Enter the radio channel numbers assigned.
Function
Enter the function each channel number is assigned (i.e». command,
support, division tactical, and ground-to-air).
frequency
Enter the radio frequency tone number assigned to each specified
function (e.R.. 153.400).
Assignment
Enter the ICS osgamaoon assigned to each of the designated
frequencies (e.iu Branch L Division A).
Remarks
This section should include nananve information regarding special Jj
situations. j
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Prepared By
Enter the name of the Communications Unit Leader preparing the fi
form. B
• Develop ICS 205 Communications Plan Worksheet.
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H. REDUCTION IN FORCE
The requirement is to determine whether 30% of your workforce could effectively maintain the
workload imposed upon your workgroup. If these requirements can be met, request that your team
demobilize 60% of the workforce. Otherwise, request a 30% decrease. (See Exhibit 8)
Northwest Area
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!. INCREASE IN FORCE
The requirement is to determine whether your workforce effectively maintains the workload imposed
upon your workgroup. If these requirements cannot be met, request an additional 10% increase in the
workforce. Repeat the Reduction In Force and Increase In Force tests as required. (See Exhibit 9)
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J. DEMOBILIZE
After unit demobilization, the staging area manager returns all telephone and radio equipment to the
Communications Section Leader. The Communications Section Leader returns any leased equipment
back to the appropriate vendor and solicits disposition instructions for all purchased equipment from
the Logistics Section manager. Complete a debrief / trip / lessons learned report and submit to your
appropriate chain of command (See Exhibits 10 and 11)
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SECTION 3 - EQUIPMENT CAPABILITIES
A. PURPOSE
This guide provides information, procedures and the selection of the appropriate communications
system for support of oil spill response operations.
B. DISCUSSION
Response to a spill may involve exposure to hazardous materials; operations and equipment may not
purport to address all of the safety issues associated with equipment use; such as using intrinsically
safe radios, ET. Al. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety
and health practices and to determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
C. DEFINITIONS
Effective spill response depends on good communication at all levels, from the initial detection of a
spill until final restoration efforts are completed. Information from the initial observation of a spill
must be quickly brought to the attention of spill responders and specific government agencies.
Response team members must be contacted without delay and information about the spill must be
conveyed to them efficiently. Persons responding at the scene of a spill must have instant
communication with others, sometimes over a considerable distance. Spill response managers must be
able to communicate with government permit authorities and with individuals and teams in the field.
Coordination of transportation, material support, equipment repair, and other logistics matters requires
good communication.
This standard describes systems for handling these complex communications matters. It is intended
primarily for the guidance of spill responders and those who plan and manage spill response systems.
Amplitude Modulation (AM)
Refers to radio signals in which the information content is created by varying the power level or
amplitude of an electromagnetic carrier wave.
Frequency Modulation (FM)
Refers to radio signals in which the information content is created by varying the wavelength or
frequency of an electromagnetic carrier wave. FM transmissions can eliminate much of the noise
found in an AM signal. Short-range communication for spill response using VHF and UHF radio
channels commonly utilizes the FM mode.
High Frequency (HF)
Those between 3 MHz and 30 MHz. Generally, this method is employed when you require long range
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not considered a reliable effective method.
Single Sideband (SSB)
With ordinary amplitude modulation transmissions, audio frequency information is electronically
combined with a radio-frequency carrier wave. This results in a complex signal that includes an upper
Sideband component (which is the sum of the carrier frequency plus the audio frequencies present) and
a lower Sideband component (which is the difference between the carrier and the audio frequencies
present).
With single-Sideband transmissions, the AM signal is processed to remove the carrier and one of the
sidebands. This results in a signal that occupies a smaller part of the radio spectrum and which uses all
of its energy for the transmission of information. Single-Sideband emissions are commonly used for
long distance HF transmissions.
Very High Frequency (VHF)
Those between 30 MHz and 300 MHz. Transmission distances over VHF are limited to line of sight
and terrain; generally, point-to-point at sea level is approximately 7 miles.
Ultra-High Frequency (UHF)
Those between 300 MHz and 3 Ghz. Transmission distances over UHF are limited to line of sight and
terrain; generally, point-to-point at sea level is approximately 5 miles.
D. TYPES OF COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS
The following sub-paragraphs briefly describe a number of different communication systems that may
be employed in a given situation.
Spoken Word
Ordinary face-to-face speech, though not usually thought of as a "communication system," is central in
nearly any human transaction. Though it may lack the precision of more formal methods of
communication, the feedback that conversation provides helps the speaker knows that what he says is
heard and understood by those who are hearing him. The cost of this standard deals with
communication channels made possible by technology, but ordinary person-to-person speech is
mentioned here because of its persuasiveness and importance. Without good voice communications,
commands will not be understood so cannot be followed, and information from the field will not reach
persons who must act on it.
Voice Transmission Over Telephone Circuits
Oil spill contingency planners must recognize that remote areas may not be prepared to fill the
telephone requirements of a given spill emergency. Lightly populated areas may have limited phone
service or no service at all, or the reserve capacity of the system may be so small that temporary
planning must address these problems. Solutions to such potential telephone bottlenecks might include
hardware for microwave or satellite links in the inventories of spill response cooperatives.
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Cellular Telephone Systems
Battery powered cellular phones can free the user from dependence on commercial power or vehicle
batteries. Systems are now available that permit facsimile as well as voice transmission over cellular
phone equipment. As cellular telephone service becomes more broadly available it is helping to fill
many communication gaps, giving spill response managers immediate access to the telephone system.
It should be recognized, however, that cellular communication systems could quickly become saturated
with traffic during an emergency.
Marine VHF Radio
Cleanup operators on the water should be provided with properly licensed marine VHF radio
equipment. Such equipment makes it possible to warn other vessels about ongoing cleanup operations.
Marine radios can also be used for coordinating the cleanup operations. However other channels may
be preferred where suitable equipment is available.
VHF and UHF Channels in the Petroleum Radio Service
In response to a petition from the American Petroleum Institute (API), the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) in 1975 allocated a number of channels in the Petroleum Radio Service for primary
use during oil spill containment and cleanup operations. Frequencies specified for primary use in
coordinating oil spill response are listed in section 5315.1. The FCC expanded license eligibility for
these communication channels to include not only persons or firms directly employed in the petroleum
industry, but also others engaged in the containment or cleanup of spills. Various restrictions such as
secondary channel use and power levels are discussed in the references (American Petroleum Institute,
1975; 47CFR 90.65).
Much of the VHF and UHF equipment in the Petroleum Radio Service utilizes automatic coded audio
frequency signals to open the target receiver's squelch. (API) recommend the frequency 103.5 Hz
(CTCSS Tone 1 A). "Private Line" (PL) codes must be controlled during a spill response for proper
radio reception. Multiple PL codes on a frequency during a response will limit the effectiveness of the
substantial qualities of radio hardware likely to arrive on the scene. Operators may wish to consider
deactivation of squelch controls during oil spill emergencies so that all users of the frequencies will be
aware of and give priority to spill emergency communications.
Some of the Petroleum Radio Service VHF channels are close in frequency to the band assigned to the
Marine VHF Radiotelephone Service (156.025-157-425 MHz). This presents the technical possibility
that a single radio and antenna system can be used to access both services. Equipment with digital
frequency control and scanning capability could thus be used to monitor radio traffic and communicate
on several channels in both services. FCC (USA) will allow hand held radios to contain both VHF
marine and VHF spill frequencies. The FCC generally will not allow Type 80 VHF marine and Type
90 spill response radios to contain crossed frequencies. This rule does not apply to government
agencies.
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HF Single Sideband Radios
For communications over long distances at sea and in undeveloped areas such as much of northern
Canada and Alaska, operators may wish to consider licensing to use high-frequency single-sideband
voice radio equipment. Contingency planners should recognize that radio propagation by these mode
changes widely over daily and yearly cycles, and is strongly influenced by changes in solar activity.
One may have an excellent radio communication link with a station several hundred miles away at a
givew time, and a few hours later be completely unable to hear that station.
Paging Systems
The familiar "beeper" is essentially a one-way radio communication system that enables persons within
range of the paging system transmitter to be alerted or to receive a brief message.
Pagers are widely used by persons with spill response contingency responsibilities. Integrated paging
systems are now in commercial use, which permit an individual to be paged and receive a short
message in virtually any populated area throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Written Documentation
Memos, letters, reports, journals of activities, phone logs, radio logs, and other written documents all
play important roles in coordinating spill response activities and building a history of decisions and
activities in response to a spill. Careful and accurate documentation will help produce orderly and
efficient spill response. Poor documentation produces only confusion.
Teiex
Telex service, which permits wire communication through automated exchanges, can be useful for spill
responders. The service permits passing written communication quickly between subscribers.
Facsimiles
Facsimile systems permit text and graphic information (maps, diagrams, signatures, etc.) to be
transmitted over telephone lines or by radio. With special attachments, cellular phones can be used for
transmission of facsimile traffic.
Microcomputers with MODEM
Microcomputers with telephone modems, particularly battery-operated laptop units, offer a wide
variety of communication options previously not available. For example, a control computer can be set
up to receive telephone or radio calls from other computers at any time. With proper authentication,
portable computers at widely separated locations can "upload" information to the control computer or
"download" information from it. With appropriate software and accessories, a microcomputer can be
made to emulate facsimile equipment.
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Radio Communications Support Systems
Regardless of the frequency band involved (e.g., HF, VHF or UHF) radio communication systems
requires various systems and equipment for them to operate. These are briefly discussed in the
following subsections.
Power
The source of electrical power for a given radio may be domestic power, internal or external batteries
(rechargeable or one-time use), or a dedicated electrical generator. Twelve- or twenty-four volt dc
radios are available for use in vehicles and boats. Output wattages are the same as for 120-volt ac
systems. Battery recharging energy may come from a domestic power source, from a vehicle electrical
system, or from solar cells. Where power outages would cause unacceptable disruption of
communication, an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) may also be provided. Uninterruptible power
supplies for communications generally utilize a storage battery and power inverter system to provide
temporary a-c power at an appropriate voltage.
Antennas
Every radio requires some sort of antenna system. For efficient operation an antenna must be
electrically resonant at the intended operating frequency. This generally dictates that larger antennas be
used for lower radio frequencies. As a rule; the higher the antenna the greater its coverage area.
For higher frequency signals where range is limited to line-of-sight distances, the distance to the radio
horizon can be estimated using the equation, d=3Dv/2h, where d =3D distance (miles) and h =3D
height of antenna above average terrain (feet).
When a radio must operate on various widely spaced frequencies within a band, or where space for
antennas is limited, an antenna tuning circuit may be required. Antenna towers or poles may be
required to raise the antenna system above the surrounding terrain. A given antenna system generally
radiates better in certain directions than in other, and some "high gain" antennas re designed with the
ability to focus their output in desired directions. Antenna feed lines should be kept short to reduce
energy losses, particularly at higher frequencies, and lines must be selected to match the electrical
impedance of radio equipment and antennas. Special matching circuits may be required to correct poor
impedance matches. In cold regions it may be necessary to design antenna systems strong enough to
resist the destructive effects of ice build-up, or to incorporate some system for de-icing the antenna. In
addition to structural problems associated with ice buildup, the presence of ice may also effect
electrical properties of the antenna and ground system resulting in shifts in the resonant frequencies for
the system.
Shelter
Some radio equipment is designed with weather- resistant cases permitting considerable flexibility in
where the equipment may be installed. However, much of the communication equipment in common
use must be protected from harmful weather conditions. Heatiniz may be required at some locations,
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and air conditioning at others. A suitable alarm system should be considered at locations where
vandalism or theft might be a problem.
E. SPILL RESPONSE COMMUNICATIONS
Communication of Initial Spill Observation
Communication of initial spill observation will typically be made by telephone or radio. Written
confirmation to appropriate governmental agencies should be made as soon as possible after the initial
report. In a given situation there may be a number of federal, state and local government entities each
with requirements for spill reporting. Each may need a somewhat different set of information about a
spill, each may impose different reporting time constraints, and each may specify a unique reporting
format. Because of the complexity of spill reporting requirements, organizations may wish to assign
the responsibility for reporting spills to a single office. This will facilitate consistent reporting, avoid
duplicate reporting, and permit the accumulation of an oil spill history database.
A computer bulletin board system (BBS) can be adapted to receive and organize information about
spills as they occur, prepare spill reports as required, build the oil spill history database mentioned
above, and help to analyze it. Such analysis can be helpful in efforts to systematically reduce the
occurrence rate and size of spills.
Response Team Callout
Spill contingency plans usually specify a system for reaching response team personnel by phone. Key
personnel might also be assigned to carry pagers or battery-powered cellular phones so they can be
reached while away from conventional phone. Sometimes elaborate "telephone trees" are employed to
help reduce the number of calls any one person must make.
A computer net can augment the telephone system for this purpose. A control computer could signal
selected computer users in a net through their computers if in use at the time or via a paging system.
The control computer would maintain a set of messages describing the circumstances and giving
appropriate orders to team members. Messages could be updated as reports are received (Goodman, ET
al., 1987). Any team callouts system must be exercised periodically to ensure effectiveness.
Field Communications
Communications between the spill response command post and a variety of radio networks that could
be employed is typically provided by portable or mobile radios operating on frequencies in the VHF or
UHF bands. These radio networks are: Marine NET, Air OPSNET, Shoreline OPSNET, and Offshore
OPSNET. Where distances exceed the range of such equipment, one or more repeaters may be
required. (See Exhibit 19 and Section 7-E). Cellular phones might also be employed for this purpose if
the affected area has a cellular phone service in operation.
Command and Control Communications
Spill response plans generally specify internal documentation and reporting procedures. A bound
logbook or similar permanent record may be required. Plans typically call for periodic reports from the
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supervisor of cleanup, pinpointing problems, and providing information on expenditures for labor and
materials.
A portable computer can be used to help organize the information in such reports and transmit it over
radio or telephone communication channels.
Logistics Coordination
Food, transportation, and in some case's shelter must be provided to workers during spill response
operations. This is generally conducted over.landline phone, but could require a radio net in some
cases. Supplies such as fuel, sorbents, and machine parts, must be procured and delivered to locations
where needed. Worn and broken equipment must be repaired or replaced. All of these activities require
communication. For large operations it may be desirable for logistics support to have communication
channels separate from those used for directing and coordinating the operation itself.
Coordination of Contingency Planning
Oil spill contingency plans are often prepared by several persons working in separate locations. Work
on such LANs can be expedited by passing copies of text and drawing files among planners and
reviewers by computer modem. Use of compatible equipment and software will facilitate this process.
Voice Communication Procedures Standardization
Standardized communication procedures, emphasizing brevity and clarity, will help responders make
optimum use of available communications resourcesTVoice communication procedures should be
included in all emergency response training plans. Coordination of radio frequency usage will ensure
that neighboring spill response operators do not conflict with one another. Radios in the inventory of
one responder can be quickly put into service to augment those of another responder in an emergency.
Command Center Communications
A typical Command Communications Center may consist of a single telephone or may be as broad as
containing:
A Local Area Computer Network (LAN)
Facsimile Machine(s')
Phone switch with analog/digital telephones
Radio equipped (VHF/UHF/HF) Communications Center and Messaging Service
An Operational Command Center
Repeater Frequency Assignments and Access Systems Coordination
There is likely to be increasing use of multiple repeaters to serve spill response communication needs
in many geographic areas. Coordination among the sponsors of repeater systems is needed to ensure
that communication systems in various areas will remain compatible, avoiding radio interference but
permitting portable radios from one area to supplement the radios from other areas
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Based on guidelines developed by the American Petroleum Institute, the U.S. Federal Communications
Commission has designated a number of VHF and UHF frequencies primarily for communication
during a spill emergency. API guidelines recommends that selected pairs of the available frequencies
be used for repeater input and output.
F. MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS STAGING AREAS
The selected shoreside staging area for multiagency operations will be directed via landline, or on the
Command Support Net CH81A VHF-FM. Once a communications site has been selected, mobile
communications vehicles and trailers should be located no closer than 25ft to each other. The need for
alternate or multiple staging areas and attendant communications coverage will depend upon the extent
of the coastal area affected by the spill.
G. COMMUNICATIONS STATUS CHARTS
In order for all response agencies to effectively organize communications efforts, information on
communications status must be shared by all agencies at the staging area. Once mobile
communications trailers are in place, and agencies have checked into CH81 A, a communications status
chart listing each agency's guard requirements should be prepared and updated as situations dictate.
(See ICS Form 205)
H. SECURITY AWARENESS
Radio communications, unless encrypted for secure transmission, are subject to electronic surveillance
and monitoring by private citizens and the public media. All agencies should be security conscious
before transmitting information by radio that may be considered media sensitive, proprietary, or
private. Good judgment is the only rule that applies; however, public affairs representatives should be
consulted for guidance in specific instances if necessary.
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I. TYPES OF EQUIPMENT SETUPS
See Exhibit 15 for various forms of communications equipment setups.
L-8and Satellite
Incident Operations Area
ICP/ICC
Command/Tactical & Repeater
Helibase Electronic Key Semce^^
Phone Kit "
Exhibit 15
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SECTION 4 - COAST GUARD COMMUNICATIONS
A. COAST GUARD DISTRICT 13 TELECOMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT OFFICE
The Thirteenth Coast Guard District Telecommunication Management (dt) office in Seattle, WA
coordinates communications activities and resources within the states of Washington, Oregon and
Idaho. Any requests for services are confirmed through this central office.
The district owns and maintains a system of VHF-FM marine bard high sites and an additional system
of land-mobile repeaters, along the pacific coastline, the Straits of Juan de Fuca and within Puget
Sound (see Exhibits 28 and 31). These sites provide distress call monitoring, liaison with the public
and Coast Guard command and control working channels, and are operated by telecommunication
personnel co-located in geographic Group units.
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B. COAST GUARD PACIFIC STRIKE TEAM COMMUNICATIONS
The Pacific Strike Team maintains a cache of programmable handheld VHF-FM radios and several
portable repeaters that can be deployed wherever necessary. They also maintain a mobile
Communications / Command Post trailer equipped with VHF-FM radio and multiple line telephones.
C. COAST GUARD PACIFIC AREA TRANSPORTABLE COMMUNICATIONS CENTER
(TCC)
The Commander, Pacific Area maintains a Transportable Communications Center (TCC). It is a self-
contained, rapidly deployable Coast Guard resource that can provide a full range of
telecommunications capabilities to support a large oil spill response. These capabilities include:
o Point to point, air/ground, ship/shore, and shoreside radio communications (secure or
non-secure) in the HF, VHF and UHF bands.
• Different types of antennas for best propagation and coverage in remote and uneven
terrain.
• Cellular telephone (secure, non-secure, and computer/data link)
Commercial FNMARSAT (satellite telephone system)
• Landline phone-bank of over 100 phone lines (since Oct93)
This TCC is located at the Coast Guard Communications Area Master Station Pacific (CAMSPAC) at
Pt. Reyes, CA in a six-hour (B-6) recall status. It can be towed by truck or airlifted by helicopter.
Aviation Electronic Technicians and Telecommunications "Specialists accompany the unit. The TCC
can be powered by generator (included) or directly connect to a power source. The full antenna array
setup requires an open area of approximately 200ft by 200ft. These are important considerations in the
decision where to locate the unit and perhaps the forward command post.
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SECTION 5 - STATE/PRIVATE RADIO COMMUNICATIONS
A. STATE OF WASHINGTON
The Washington State Emergency Management Division (EMD) operates various 2-way radio
systems, for both emergency and day-to-day use, to support the Comprehensive Emergency
Management concept.
CEMNET
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Network, is a statewide, Lo-Band radio system. This
system is the primary backup communications link between the state Emergency Operations Center
(EOC) and the local EOCs throughout the state. This network also supports the daily operations of the
Department of Ecology (WDOE) statewide.
CEMNET is the only state network capable of providing communications between base stations and
mobiles, and mobiles to mobiles statewide. This system is monitored by the EMD daily on a 24
hrc '7days a week.
Tne CEMNET system utilizes base stations and repeaters controlled through the Washington State
Patrol microwave system. It operates on four frequencies:
• Lo Band Channel F1 transmits on 45.200 MHz.
• Lo Band Channel F2 transmits on 45.360 MHz.
• Lo Band Channel F3 transmits on 45.480 MHz. The primary contact channel for the state EMD.
• Lo Band Channel F4 Repeater transmits on 45.200 MHz and receives on 45.740 MHz.
Search and Rescue (SAR)
The Search and Rescue frequency transmits on 155.160 MHz and is also managed by the Emergency
Management Division. Request to access this frequency must be made in writing to the Emergency
Management Division.
Law Enforcement Radio Net (LERN)
The Law Enforcement Radio Net which operates on 155.37 MHz is a mutual frequency used strictly by
state/local law enforcement agencies. Authorization to access this network on an emergency basis
should be coordinated with the Washington State Patrol and/or the Washington State Sheriff and Police
Chiefs Association that manages the licensing of users of this frequency.
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On-Scene Command and Coordination Radio (OSCCR)
The On-Scene Command and Coordination Radio operates on 156.135 MHz. This network is
managed by EMD through a mutual planning agreement between the Associated Public Safety
Communications Officers (APCO), the Washington Department of Transportation, and the Emergency
Management Division. All potential emergency responders are eligible to apply through APCO for
authorization to operate mobile and portable units on this network for on-scene use only. Questions
concerning application may be directed to the EMD.
Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources operates a statewide system on VHF. Even
though this DNR network is a statewide system, the capability does not exist for establishing direct
communications across the state. Communication is provided on a regional basis. Radio repeaters
support each of the seven DNR regions. Each region is assigned area frequencies for operations within
the region. Any communication between regions occurs only where overlap in the repeater system
occurs. Each region is also licensed to operate on the DNR Common and State channels to coordinate
with other agencies.
• DNR State channel transmits on 151.295 and receives on 159.420. The Department of Ecology
has permission to use the DNR frequencies on an emergency basis. Use of these frequencies for
emergency purposes should be coordinated with the DNR radio communications manager.
B. STATE OF OREGON
The State of Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) utilizes the Oregon State Fire Net
during a pollution incident or potential pollution incident.
• Fire Net transmits on 154.280 MHz.
C. PRIVATE RADIO COMMUNICATIONS
The Petroleum Radio Service
Available to persons engaged in prospecting for, producing, collecting, refining, or transporting by
means of pipeline petroleum or petroleum products, including natural gas. Those with an approved
license may operate radio stations to transmit information essential to the activities listed above.
Persons engaged solely in the containment or cleanup of petroleum spills may be assigned by the FCC
any of the VHF-FM frequencies listed in limitations 6 and 9 of the Frequency Table of Part 90.65 of
the FCC Rules and Regulations.
Marine Spill Response Corporation (MSRC) Communications Van
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Contains a full suite of radio, satellite, and telephone equipment. It is a fully mobile, self-contained
unit capable of being deployed on short notice to any driveable location. MSRC maintains one of these
vans at their facility in Everett, Washington. Others are maintained in other regions nationwide.
Clean Sound Cooperative
Clean Sound Cooperative operates a major communications system through repeater units covering the
entire South, Central, and North Puget Sound, Strait of Juan de Fuca, and along the Washington coast.
The network operates on UHF in the 454 MHz band. Federal, state, and private parties can access this
system. In addition, Clean Sound has all normal marine VHF and SSB frequencies on its operating
vessels as well as 16 cellular phones assigned to individuals.
Maritime Fire and Safety Association Columbia River Communication System (MFSA)
The MFSA communication system is actually four different systems combined to provide an integrated
communication network for communicating on marine and oil spill communication channels. The
system provides radio coverage on the lower Columbia and Willamette Rivers from approximately the
city of Portland to greater than three miles beyond the Columbia River bar. The four communication
systems are:
• Marine Channel Radio System. This system provides communications on various marine
channels for communicating directly to ships and other marine traffic.
• Oil Spill Command and Control Radio System. This system provides continuous coverage from
the city of Portland to Astoria and will allow mobile units in Portland to communicate directly with
units along the Columbia River.
• Oil Spill Tactical Radio System. This system provides a series of radio repeaters that are designed
to provide coverage over a local area for the local communications needs of incident response.
• Microwave Radio System. This system links all of the radio sites and radio equipment back to the
Merchant's Exchange for control and to the radio consoles located there.
MODE CHANNEL DESCRIPTION TRANSMIT TX-TONE RECEIVE RX-TONE
A I WEATHER
A 2 WEATHER
A 3 WEATHER
A 4 WEATHER
A 5 WEATHER
A 6 WEATHER
A 7 WEATHER
A 8 WEATHER
A 9 WEATHER
A 10 WEATHER
A II CORRESPONDS TO MARINE 156.800 156.800 CSQ
CHANNEL 16
A 12 CORRESPONDS TO MARINE 156 550 156 550 CSQ
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CHANNEL I8A
CORRESPONDS TO MARINE 157 025
CHANNEL 80
DESCRIPTION TRANSMIT
157 075
157 445
154.585
154 585
154.585
154.585
OIL SPILL WORKING
FREQUENCY CHANNEL 81
C.R.C. OIL SPILL COMMAND
SPILL TAC 1 REPEATER @
200 MARKET BLDG
SPILL TAC 2 REPEATER @
GREEN MT. -2 MILES EAST KAL
SPILL TAC 3 REPEATER @
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CLATSKANIE
SPILL TAC 4 REPEATER @
MEGLER MT. -NORTH END
AST/MEGLER BLDG.
USCG MARINE CHANNEL 16 156.800
USCG MARINE CHNL. 22A 157.100
PORTLAND FIRE BUREAU 1 154 010
PORTLAND FIRE BUREAU 2 154.250
PORTLAND FIRE BUREAU 3 154 145
PORTLAND FIRE BUREAU 4 154.175
PORTLAND FIRE BUREAU 5 154 355
COWLITZ 2-5 154.235
COWLITZ - YELLOW 154.115
COWLITZ RED 154.370
LONGVIEW FIRE BUREAU 154.415
WORKING CHANNEL-GREEN
KALAMA COUNTY FIRE 153.920
WORKING CHANNEL
CLARK COUNTY FIRE 154.070
DIST. 6 WORKING CHNL
CLARK COUNTY FIRE 154.370
DIST. 8 WORKING CHNL
VANCOUVER FIRE 154.310
DIST. 9 WORKING CHNL
VANCOUVER FIRE 153.950
DIST. 10 WORKING CHNL
ST HELENS FIRE-1 154.400
ST. HELENS FIRE-2 154.130
ASTORIA FIRE I 158 955
ASTORIA FIRE 2 154 325
ASTORIA FIRE 3 154.385
CLATSKANIE 154 295
TACTICAL FREQUENCY
COLUMBIA COUNTY FIRE 154 130
REIDEL WORKING CHNL. 159 480
C R C WORKING FREQ 158 445
TX-TONE
100
100
127.3
141.3
151.4
156 900
157 025
RECEIVE
157 075
150 075
159.480
159.480
159 480
159.480
156.800
157.100
154.010
154.250
154.145
154.175
154.355
154.235
154.115
154.370
145.415
153.920
154.070
154.370
154.310
153.950
154.400
154.130
158.955
154 325
154 385
154 295
154.130
159.480
158.445
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CSQ
RX-TONE
CSQ
CSQ
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100
100
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CSQ
CSQ
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173.8
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5A
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CSQ
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SECTION 6 - FEDERAL/STATE/COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATIONS RESOURCES
The following is a list of some of the major companies in which government, state, or commercial
industries can either rent or purchase various types of communications equipment.
A. COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATIONS RESOURCES
• COMPANY - U.S. West
EQUIP - Telephones/Lines/Service
POC - Any U.S. West Rep.
PHONE # - 1-800-403-3174 (commercial), 1-800-879-2807 (Gov.)
FAX# - 1-800-252-6418
E-MAIL - N/A
• COMPANY - AT&T Wireless
EQUIP - Cell Phones
POC - Mr. Dave Matthias/Gov. Sales Rep
PHONE #-(206) 389-5186
FAX # - N/A
E-MAIL - N/A
• COMPANY - Puget Sound Instrument
EQUIP - Briefcase, Marine, and fixed site Satphones for sale.
POC - Mr. Jeff Thomassen
PHONE #-(206) 789-1198
FAX #-(206) 789-7391
E-MAIL - N/A,
• COMPANY - AMSC (American Mobile Satellite Company)
EQUIP - Satellite service
POC - Customer service
PHONE # - (800) 405-6543
FAX # - (800) 455-6543
E-MAIL - N/A
• COMPANY - PageNet
EQUIP - Large selection of pagers for rent or sale
POC - Mr. Christopher Wood
PHONE # - (425) 747-9646, ext. 3106
FAX #-(425) 641-9259
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• COMPANY - Ratelco
EQUIP - Offer approx. 400 programmable handheld VHF & UHF radios and 5 mobile base
stations (UHF/VHF) available for rent. Can acquire a variety of other types of comms gear
available for rent or sale.
POC - Mr. Ben Ohashi (Sales)
Mrs. Kristi Gabrielse (Rentals)
PHONE #-(800) 244-5231
FAX # - N/A
E-MAIL - N/A
® COMPANY - Motorola
EQUIP - Various types of radios
POC - Mr. Steve Hilliar/Gov. Sales Rep
PHONE # - (425) 646-0340
(800) 562-9090 (parts depart.)
FAX # - N/A
E-MAIL - N/A
B. GOVERNMENT/STATE COMMUNICATIONS RESOURCES
• COMPANY - USCG PACAREA PacArea (pt)
EQUIP - TCC (Transportable Communication Center) The TCC is a self-contained, rapidly
deployable Coast Guard manned and maintained Communications Module. It provides the
following communications capabilities:
- Point to point, air/ground, ship/shore, and shoreside radio comms in the HF, VHF, and
UHF bands.
- Different types of antennas for best propagation and coverage in remote and uneven terrain.
- Cellular telephone (secure, non-secure, and computer/data link)
- INMARSAT (satellite telephone system)
- Landline phonebank of over 100 lines.
POC - CW02 Scott Nystrom
PHONE #-(510) 437-3855, (510) 437-3224
After hours contact the Pacarea Command center at (510) 437-3700
FAX #-(510) 437-5342
E-MAIL - Snystrom@Dl 1.uscg.mil
• COMPANY - CCGD13(dt)
EQUIP - Repeater site/equipment
POC - CW04 Don Estok
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PHONE #-(206) 220-7147
FAX #-(206) 220-7187
E-MAIL - Destok@Pacnorvvest.uscg.mil
• COMPANY - FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency)
EQUIP - When deployed, FEMA maintains a large self-propelled, self-contained radio van. The
Multi-Radio Van (MRV) contains: (See Exhibit 19)
FEMA Mobile Resource Vehicle (MRV)
Exhibit 19
KU Band SATCOMM (High Power)
VHF Highband/Lowband (FM)
VHF/UHF Radios (AM/FM)
HF Radios
Line of Sight Wideband/Microwave
Citizens Band Radio
C-Band (800 MHz) Radio Trunking
or Conventional (Motorola Spectra)
Data capability
Merlin Legend Portable Switch
Completely Self-contained
24 channels, point-to-point or used to extend circuits
from the telephone central office
Two radios, 128 channel, Data Encryption Standard
(DES) capable, PC programmable
Six radios (Federal, State and Local) DES/DES-XL
Digital Voice Protection (DVP-XL)
Two radios (Federal, State and Local)
24 channels, used to extend or terminate the circuits
from the telephone central office, or as point-to-point
General public radio system
Police and Fire frequencies - PC programmable
Via the telephone central office circuits or point-to-point
over radio links
Used to terminate the telephone central office circuits
and to extend telephones to subscribers (up to 60)
Two power generators (27 Kilowatts)
Six Environmental Control Units (ECU's), antennas, etc
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General Capabilities Radios can be patched to one another at Voice Frequency
(VF) level making cross-band patching very versatile
Air transportable (via C-5 Only)
Can run up to seven days on existing fuel tank (200 gals)
All radios (except KU and LOS) can be operated in transit
Cellular Phone One mobile cellular phone for local cell interface
FAX capabilities One Omni-FAX G3 compatible FAX
One PC FAX
AM/FM Receive-Only Commercial Two AM/FM radios providing commercial broadcast
interface with local broadcast stations
Onboard Audio Taping Two studio quality cassette recorders
Onboard test equipment Testing and repair capabilities for all equipment
Deployable Antennas RX/TX Field deployable antennas to enhance radio system
Deployable On all semi-improved roadways. Dual rear locking axle
Winch 10,000/20,000 lbs capability
POC - Watch desk
PHONE # - (800) 395-6042, (425) 487-4448
FAX # - N/A
E-MAIL - N/A
Cost Coefficients for FEMA's Comm Van as applicable/required (prior to presidential declaration):
Budgetary estimate as of 8/19/93
« Satellite Time - $ 100.00 to $600.00 per day
Channels/Trunks Cost Per Day
4 $100
8 $200
12 $300
16 $400
20 $500
24 $600
NOTE: The Merlin Switch is normally configured to provide 4 telephone extensions per
channel/trunk. (Example: With 8 chns/trnks - 2 direct to Incident Commander; remaining 6
chns/trnks into the Merlin Switch - 6 chns/trnks x 4 extensions = 24 telephone extensions)
• Toll Charges - $750.00 Per Week (Flat Rate)
• Overtime Per Person/Hour - GS-10/1 & WG - 12
• Fuel Diem Per Person/Day - (Unless Provided)
• Lodging $40.00
• Meals $26.00
• Other - Actual Cost Reimbursement
• COMPANY - National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC)
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EQUIP - Maintains a large cache of portable radio and satellite communications equipment.
POC - Mr. Steve Jenkins
PHONE #-(208) 387-5485
FAX #-(208) 387-5560
E-MAIL - Sjenkins@NIFC.BLM.GOV
COMPANY - USCG Reserve
EQUIP - Manpower/Watchstanders
POC - CWO Kotch
PHONE #-(206) 217-6321
FAX # - N/A
E-MAIL - N/A
COMPANY - USCG Auxiliary
EQUIP - Have available fixed base stations, land mobiles, boats, and aircraft
POC - Mr. Lenny Ryerson/DSO-CM 13
Mr. Roger Attwell
PHONE # - (425) 736-6534 (Ryerson)
(425) 337-5053 (Attwell)
FAX # - For Mr. Attwell (425) 337-5053, 5**
E-MAIL - Rogerwn7m@juno.com (Mr. Attwell)
COMPANY - Environment Canada
EQUIP - Canadian/U.S. liaison for communications
POC - Mr. Christopher LaRock
PHONE #-(604) 606-6100
FAX # - N/A
E-MAIL - N/A
COMPANY - GSA
EQUIP - various
POC - Mr. Jack Strahan - Regional manager for national communications systems.
PHONE #-(206) 850-9415
FAX #-(206) 931-7507
E-MAIL - N/A
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SECTION 7 - FREQUENCIES
A. FREQUENCIES ALLOCATED TO THE PETROLEUM RADIO SERVICE
47 CFR Part 90.65 designates the frequencies listed below as available for use in oil spill containment
and cleanup operations.
Frequency
Mode
Use
PL T<
(MHz)
25.040
simplex
Base/Mobile
25.080
simplex
Base/Mobile
36.250
simplex
Base/Mobile
41.710
simplex
Base/Mobile
150.980
simplex or repeater transmit
Pair 1
Base/Mobile
103.5
154.585
repeater receive
Pair 1
Mobile
158.445
simplex or repeater receive-^
Pair 2
Mobile
103.5
159.480
simplex or repeater transmit
Pair 2
Base/Mobile
454.000
simplex or repeater transmit
Pair 3
Base/Mobile
103.5
459.000
repeater receive
Pair 3
Base/Mobile
B. OTHER COMMON FREQUENCIES
Unified Command Calling and Coordination Frequency
Channel 81A (157.075MHz/Simplex) has been selected as the liaison/calling frequency for
communications between the U.S. Coast Guard, Canadian Coast Guard and Unified Command
agencies. Once communications have been established, the called and calling agencies shall shift to a
working channel as described in the table of section 7-E.
Unified Command/Responsible Party Calling and Coordination Frequency
The (inter) National Petroleum Radio Frequency (150.9800/154.5850MHz/pair) has been selected as
the frequency for communication between the Coast Guard and the Responsible Party (RP) and the
major co-ops Clean Bay and Marine Spill Response Corporation. (MSRC).
U.S. Coast Guard Working
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The Thirteenth Coast Guard District has a system of VHF-FM high sites throughout the states of
Washington and Oregon designed to provide VHF-FM coverage on the marine and land-mobile
frequency bands. During the clean-up phase of an oil spill, normal Coast Guard communications may
be interrupted. In this case, the affected Group Communications Center shall shift to and work on
VHF-FM Channel 21 (157.0500MHz) as their primary working channel. Communications high site
locations are denoted in exhibits 16 and 17.
Navigation
Channel 13 (156.6500MHz) Designated as bridge-to-bridge hailing and navigation safety frequency in
inland and offshore waters. It may be used only to establish contact and make arrangements between
vessels in crossing, meeting, or overtaking situations in accordance with the international or inland
navigation rules.
Distress
Channel 16 (156.800MHz) Designated under international convention for use for ship-to-ship hailing
and distress in international waters. ALL users are required to use channel 16 for only these purposes
and then switch to other channels for subsequent communications. Oil spill response is no exception.
Safety
Channel 22 (157.100MHz) Designated as the frequency that may be used by all parties for
communications on matters involving human health and safety. FCC regulations require all vessels
equipped with VHF-FM capability to have this channel.
County PES and local government agencies
County OES's and local government agencies; such as police, fire, county sheriffs, and environmental
health departments have frequencies and communications systems established within their counties. It
is not the intent of this plan to interfere with or change those established systems. The intent is to have
these agencies utilize landline or cellular communications, or provide the liaison of the agency(s) with
a handheld radio from the cache.
C. INTRA-AGENCY AND INTRA-COMPANY FREQUENCIES
It is expected that each government agency and private company involved in the response operation
will continue to use its own normal working frequency(s) for internal communications.
Wildlife Operations
147.5800MHz Wildlife Response
Beach Crew Wildlife Cleanup
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146.4400MHz Wildlife Response Relay Beach Crew Wildlife Cleanup Relay
Fish & Wildlife
151.4150MHz DNR Common (WDOE) Branch Tactical
Amateur Radio Emergency Services
146.5400MHz ARES Communications GEN Hailing & Emergency Notifications
145.6300MHz ARES Packet Operations Packet Communications
MSRC
150.9800MHz S Ch. 1
150.9800MHz TX Ch. 2
154.5850MHz RX
159.4800MHz S Ch. 3
159.4800MHz TX Ch. 4
158.4450MHz RX
454.0000MHz TX Ch. 8
459.0000MHz RX
Internal Comms
Internal Comms
Internal Comms
Internal Comms
Internal Comms
PL 100
PL 136
Clean Sound
454.0000MHz TX Ch. 1 Internal Comms
459.0000MHz RX
FOSS Telecommunications Network
All Foss Maritime vessels have VHF-FM capability. Operating tugs and tank barges monitor the
appropriate VHF-FM channel for the house/working frequency as denoted below.
Foss Maritime Location
Channel
Frequency
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Seattle
7A
156.350MHz
North Sound
7A
156.350MHz
Everett
18A
156.900MHz
Tacoma
18A
156.900MHz
Port Angeles
7A
156.350MHz
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Portland
10A
156.500MHz
Astoria
10A
156.500MHz
CA
San Francisco
19A
156.950MHz
San Diego
19A
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Ocean and coastwise tugs, while at sea. monitor single sideband radio, and standby on channel 8B
(8297.000Khz). Foss Maritime tugs also monitor the following frequencies:
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• SSB 2182.000KJHz International Distress
• VHF 156.800MHz International Distress
156.650MHz Bridge to Bridge
The following Single Sideband radio frequencies are available aboard all Foss ocean-going tugs and
shoreside base stations for conducting private communications iaw 47 CFR 80.373©.
• 2182.000KHz 8297.000KHz
• 4149.000KHz 12353.000KHz
8294.000KHZ 16534.000KHz
D. INTERNATIONAL FREQUENCY LISTING
For a listing of frequencies between the U.S. and Canada, see Table 29
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CANADIAN WEST COAST
FREQUENCY Mh* NATURE OF SERVICE AND PRIMARY USER
SHIP TX SHIP RX
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156.800 156.800 Intership/Shipshore Distress & Calling
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156.525 156.525 Intership
INTTRgHIP
158.300 156.300 Intership Only
PCIMMFRPIAI OPFRATIOMg
156.350 156.350 Intership/Shipshore - Towboat Industry
156.400 156.400 Intership Only
156.450 156.450 Intership/Shipshore
156.500 156.500 Intership/Shipshore
156.900 156.900 Intership/Shipshore
156.950 156.950 Intership/Shipshore
156.175 156.175 Intership/Shipshore
156.375 156.375 Intership/Shipshore
156.625 156.625 Interchip Only
158.675 156.675 Intership/Shipshore - Marinas-Campbell River N.
156.925 156.925 Intership/Shipshore - Fishing Industry
156.975 156.975 Intership/Shipshore - Fishing Industry
157.025 157.025 Intership/Shipshore
156.275 156.275 Intership/Sliipshore - Towboat Industry
Towboat Industry
Towboat Industry
Pacific Pilotage and Fisheries & Oceans
Towboat Industry
Fish Farms
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156.450 156.450 Intership/Shipshore
156.375 156.375 Intership/Shipshore
156.425 156.425 Intership/Shipshore - Marinas-Courtenay South
156.475 156.475 Intership/Shipshore - A.E.S. MAREP
156.625 156.625 Intership Only
156.675 156.675 Intersnip/Shipshore
CANADIAN rnAST CiHAnn [fjFNFRAI 1
157.100 157.100 Intership/Shipshore-communications with Coast Guard Stations
NAVIGATION - VFRSFI TRAFFIC! MANAKFMPNT
156.550 156.550
156.600 156.600
156.650 156.650
156.700 156.700
156.575 156.575
156.725 156.725
VTM - Ship Movement
VTM - Ship Movement
VTM - Ship Movement
VTM - Ship Movement
VTM - Ship Movement
VTM - Ship Movement
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CHANf«L FREQUENCY Mhi NATURE OF SERVICE AND PRIMARY USER
DESIGNATOR SHIP TX SHIP RX
WFATHFR RPnAfVAST SFRVITF
21B Receive Onty 161.650 DOT Marina Weather Best.
VVX1 Receive Only 162.5S0 DOT Marine Weather Best.
WX2 Receive OfVy 162.400 Dept of Environment Weather Best.
WX3 Receive Only 162.475 US Govt Weather Service
WX4 Receive Onty 162.425 US Govt Weather Service
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156.050
160.650
Shipshore - Marine Telephone Service
02
156.100
160.700
Shipshore • Marine Telephone Service
03
156.150
160.750
Shipjhore ¦ Marine Telephone Service
23
157.150
161.750
Shipshore - Marine Telephone Service
24
157.200
161.800
Shipshore • Marine Telephone Service
25
157.250
161.850
Slupshore - Marine Telephone Service
26
157.300
161.900
Shipshore - Marine Telephone Service
27
157.350
161.950
Shipshore - Marine Telephone Service
28
157.400
162.000
Shipshore - Marine Telephone Service
60
156.025
160.625
Shipshore - Marine Telephone Service
64
156.225
160.825
Shipshore • Marine Telephone Service
84
157.225
161.825
Shipshore • Marine Telephone Service
85
157.275
161.875
Shipshore - Marine Telephone Service
86
157.325
161.925
Shipshore ¦ Marina Telephone Service
87
157.375
161.975
Shipshore - Marine Telephone Service
88
157.425
162.025
Shipshore - Marine Telephone Service
THE FOLLOWING ARE RESTRICTED CHANNELS FOR SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED STATIONS ONLY
CANADIAN rnART ftllARn
04A 156.200 156.200 Intership/Shipshore - CCG Search & Rescue Onty
01A 156.075 156.075 Intership/Shipshore - CCG Stations Only
62A 156.125 156.125 Intership/Shipshore - CCG Stations Only
81A 157.075 157.075 Intership Only - CCG Anti Pollution
82A 157.125 157.125 IntP'ship/Shipshote - CCG Stations Only
83 157.175 161.775 Intership/Shipshoie - CCG Stations Onty
PORT flPFRATIONS ¦ PATIFIC PH OTAfiF AUTHORITY
15A 156.750 156.750 Intership/Shipshore-Vesset Dockina/Manoeuvres (low power only)
17 156.850 156.850 Intership/Shipshore-Vessel Docking/Manoeuvres (low power only)
77 156.875 156.875 Intership Onty-Vessel Docking/Manoeuvres (Pilotage)
20 157.000 161.600 Shipshore Oriy-where authonzed (Port operations/low power only)
65A 156.275 156.275 Authorized stations onty
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Organization
Dial
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Mode
Function
Frequency
Purpose
(MHz)
Marine & Everyone
1
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Internal Comms
Organization
PR1 Working
2
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Command Tactical
150 9800 X
(inter)National Petroleum
154 5850 R
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159.4800
Command Tactical Simplex
4
22A
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Safety/Public Liaison
157.1000
Safety/Public Liaison
Air/Operations
5
81A
s
Command Support
157.0750
Calling Common
6
21A
s
Working Tactical OPS
157 0500
CG Group Working
7
23A
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Air Operations
157.1500
Air Tactical - Coordination
8
83A
s
Air Operations
157.1750
Air Support
Shoreline/Operations
5
81A
s
Command Support
157 0750
Calling Common
6
2IA
s
Working Tactical OPS
157.0500
CG Group Working
7
10
s
Beach Cleanup
156.5000
Beach Cleanup Ops
8
6
s
Working Tactical OPS
156.5500
Task Force 1 Ops
9
7A
s
Working Tactical OPS
156.3500
Task Force 2 Ops
10
11
s
Working Tactical OPS
156.5500
Task Force 3 Ops
11
14
s
Working Tactical OPS
156.7000
Task Force 4 Ops
Offshore/Operations
5
81A
s
Command Support
157.0750
Calling Common
6
21A
s
Working Tactical OPS
157.0500
CG Group Working
7
69
s
Working Tactical OPS
156.4750
Salvage Group
8
6
s
Working Tactical OPS
156.3000
Task Force 1 Ops
9
7A
s
Working Tactical OPS
156.3500
Task Force 2 Ops
10
11
s
Working Tactical OPS
156.5500
Task Force 3 Ops
II
14
s
Working Tactical OPS
156.7000
Task Force 4 Ops
Gov./State & Federal
5
8IA
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Command Support
157 0750
Calling Common
6
21A
s
Working Tactical OPS
157.0500
CG Group Working
7
LM1
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Working Tactical OPS
168.5000
Tactical Working
8
LM9
s
Working Support OPS
171 1500
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G. LAND/MOBILE REPEATERS
CHNL Mode Frequency Location
LM2 R 165.3125 X Adams Hill, Grays Harbor,
168.5000 R Naselle Ridge, Tillamook Bay, Winchester Hill, Cape Blanco, Yaquina
Bay, Goodwin Peak,
Rocky Prairie, Siuslaw River,
Seven Devils
LM3
R
163.5125 X
FT Lawton, Bahokus Peak
171.1500 R
LM4
R
164.9125 X
Browns Point S. Sound
171.1500 R
LM5
R
164.8700 X
MT Constitution &
171.1500 R
Striped Peak N. Sound
LM6
R
165.3125 X
Miller Peak, Quillayute River
171.1500 R
LM7
R
164.3000 X
Oregon State Coastal Areas
168.5000 R
Use with Portable Repeater
LM8
R
165.0375 X
Washington State Coastal Areas
168.5000 R
Use with Portable Repeater.
In Canadian Coordination Zone
(75 mi. of U.S./Canada border)
Use is limited to low power.
Government Land Mobile Repeater Sites for Washington and Oregon
See exhibit 31
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SECTION 9 - MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDINGS (MOU)
The U.S. Coast Guard has established various memorandums of understanding with other government and
state agencies. These agency MOU's were established to share resources which the Coast Guard may not
have and require in an emergency.
The following communication MOU's are currently inplace:
Serial #
94-5
NONE
NONE
Under
Development
Date Description
28 MAR 94 CG & FEMA Region X: For requesting
Emergency Communications Support involving
resources of the local Mobile Emergency
Response Support (MERS) detachment.
15 SEP 95 CG & FCC Procedure for USCG watchstanders
when radio interference is experienced
NONE CG Aux & NavMarCorMARS: Interoperability
guidelines and joint communications operations
NONE CG & US Forest Service: Emergency
Communications support involving resources
of the National Incident Fire Center (NIFC), Boise, ID.
Unit Responsible
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CCGD13(dt)
CCGD13(oax)
CCGD13(dt)
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Table of Contents
Background 1
Overview 1
Purpose . 1
Health and Safety Guidance 1
Federal...: 1
Washington State 2
Oregon State 2
Idaho State 2
Site Safety and Health Plans 2
Generic Site Safety Plan 4
Proposed ASTM Standard 107
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Background
Overview
This document was developed to provide Federal and State health and safety guidance
for oil/Hazmat incidents in the Pacific Northwest. This guidance document also
includes two Site Safety and Health Plan examples.
Purpose
The purpose of health and safety efforts conducted during an environmental emergency
is to ensure the protection of the responders, cleanup crews and the public from the
possible hazards. The guidance contained in this guidance document are intended to
assist safety officers to establish, manage and operate a safe spill response to the
report incident.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Federal Health and Safety Guidance
Federal and state government employees, private industry employees, and other
contract personnel involved in oil spill response activities must comply with all
applicable worker health and safety laws and regulations. The Occupational Safety and
Health (OSH) Act was enacted on December 29,1970 and granted authority to the
Secretary of Labor to promulgate, modify and revoke safety and health standards. The
primary federal regulations for hazardous waste operations and emergency response
are found in 29 CFR 1910.120. This regulation specifies the safety and health
requirements for employees involved in cleanup operations at uncontrolled hazardous
waste sites being cleaned up under government mandate and in certain hazardous
waste treatment, storage and disposal operations conducted under the Resource
Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (RCRA). The regulations apply to both
emergency response and post-emergency response cleanup of hazardous substance
spills. The definition of hazardous substance used in these regulations is much broader
than CERCLA, encompassing all CERCLA hazardous substances, RCRA hazardous
waste, and all DOT hazardous materials listed in 49 CFR 172. Thus, most oils and oil
spill response are covered by these regulations.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) classifies an area
impacted by oil as an uncontrolled hazardous waste site. The role of the site safety and
health supervisor is to assess the site, determine the safety and health hazards
present, and determine if Federal OSHA regulations apply. If an OSHA field
compliance officer is on scene, he or she should be consulted to determine the
applicability of OSHA regulations. Disputes should be referred to the Department of
Labor representative on the RRT.
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One of the key provision of the OSH Act provided 50/50 funding to those states that
developed their own state program which is at least as effective as the federal program
in providing safe and healthful employment. Two of the three states involved with this
plan, Oregon and Washington, have developed state managed programs and are
discussed below. Idaho does not have a state managed program and, therefore, all
workers involved with oil spill response activities must comply with the federal
regulations.
Washington State Health and Safety Guidance
The Washington State Industrial Safety and Health Administration (WISHA), a
division of the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (DLI), is
responsible for assuring that employers are providing safe and healthful workplaces for
their employees. This responsibility is carried out through enforcement of rules
promulgated under authority granted in RCW 49.17. The primary standard for
Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response, WAC 296-62-300, became
effective in November 1989. Under these regulations, DLI can evaluate the safety and
health program, site characterization, site control, emergency response procedures and
personal protective equipment requirements during oil spill cleanup operations. DLI
may also provide technical assistance to the OSC and responsible party and conduct
inspections of employers involved in spill response efforts. As always, many other and
safety and health regulations outside of WAC 296-62-300 apply to WISHA jurisdiction
employers.
Oregon State Health and Safety Guidance
Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OR-OSHA) is a division of
the Department of Consumer and Business Services and is primarily responsible for
enforcing the health and safety regulations as they pertain to workers involved with an
oil spill. The primary standard for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency
Response, OAR 437, Div 2-1910.120, came into effect in July of 1990.
Idaho State Health and Safety Guidance
To be developed
Site Safety and Health Plans
The following site safety and health plans can be used as a general guide to
facilitate rapid development of site safety and health plans during spill response. They
are NON-MANDATORY guidelines intended to support appropriate site-specific site
planning. They were developed for response personnel involved in EMERGENCY
and/or POST-EMERGENCY operations and may not provide sufficient detail for long-
term remedial sites.
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A generic site safety and health plan is provided for oil/chemical spill responses
along with a PROPOSED ASTM STANDARD Site Safety and Health Plan for oil spill
response. Both documents provide a set of attachments which provide more detail for
supervisory personnel. These attachments should be used as needed. The generic
and proposed ASTM standard site safety plans are not intended to satisfy all
requirements for written procedures. A site-specific site safety and health plan must be
backed up by other documents which add more detailed information which may not
necessarily be needed in the field (EXAMPLES: a site safety and health program, a
respiratory protection program, or a medical monitoring program.)
Once the PROPOSED ASTM STANDARD is approve this will replace the generic
Site Safety and Health Plan in this document.
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STANDARD SITE SAFETY PLAN
FOR EMERGENCY/POST-EMERGENCY PHASE COASTAL OIL SPILLS
A. SITE DESCRIPTION
B. ENTRY OBJECTIVES
C. SITE ORGANIZATION
D. SITE CONTROL
E. HAZARD EVALUATION
F. GENERAL SITE SAFETY AND HEALTH PROCEDURES
G. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
H. DECONTAMINATION PROCEDURES
I. SANITATION & PERSONAL HYGIENE
J. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
K. COMMUNICATIONS
L. SITE SAFETY MEETINGS
M. SITE SAFETY OFFICER
N. AUTHORIZATIONS
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ATTACHMENTS
1A GENERIC HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE INFORMATION SHEETS
MSDS/RIDS/CHRIS/CHEMTOX/TOMES (Sheets must be added)
1B HAZARD INFO FOR OILS CONTAINING BENZENE
1C HAZARD INFO FOR OILS NOT CONTAINING BENZENE
1D , HAZARD INFO FOR HYDROGEN SULFIDE
2 SITE MAP(s) (must be generated individually)
3 SIGNS/SYMPTOMS THAT INDICATE TOXIC EXPOSURES
4A HEAT STRESS INFO FROM NIOSH 86-112 (Short form)
4B HEAT STRESS INFO FROM NIOSH 86-112 (Long form)
5A COLD STRESS AND HYPOTHERMIA (Short form)
5B COLD STRESS AND HYPOTHERMIA (Long form)
6 SANITATION REQUIREMENTS
7 CONFINED SPACE ENTRY CHECKLIST
8 SAFE MANUAL LIFTING PROCEDURES
9 SIMPLIFIED WORK PLAN
10 LATEST MONITORING REPORT SHEETS
11A DECON LAYOUT
11B DECON FOR OIL
12 BRIEFING LOG
13 PPE ENSEMBLE SHEETS
14 HELICOPTER SAFETY
15 SMALL BOAT SAFETY
16 ON-SITE MEDICAL MONITORING (Entry team personnel)
17 SITE SAFETY PLAN EVALUATION
18 SITE ORGANIZATIONS — GENERAL DISCUSSION
19 SAFE WORK PRACTICES FOR OILY BIRD REHAB
20 PRODUCTS WHICH MAY CONTAIN BENZENE
21 SITE CONTROL GUIDELINES FOR TRAINING EVALUATION
22 SAFETY BRIEFING FOR MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATORS
23 PROCEDURES FOR BITES, STINGS, & POISONOUS PLANTS
24 HANDLING DRUMS, CONTAINERS, & SPILL CONTAINMENT
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A. SITE DESCRIPTION
Site generally referred to as:
Location: __
Surrounding population: o Industrial o Residential o Rural o Unpopulated,
o Other:
Topography: o Rocky o Sandy beach o Docks o Cliffs o Marshes
oOther:
o Primary Hazards:
o Chemical Exposure
o Fire/Explosion
o Oxygen Deficiency
o Confined/Enclosed Space Entry
o Ionizing Radiation
o Biological Hazards
o Safety Hazards
o Heat Stress
o Cold Exposure
o Noise
o Other:
Pathways for hazardous substance dispersion:
o Pathways have been noted on site safety map (attachment 2)
o See Handling Drums, Containers, and Spill Containment (attachment 24)
o Pathways for hazardous substance
dispersion:
B. WORK PLAN AND ENTRY OBJECTIVES
1. Work Plan
All work shall be conducted in accordance with procedures established during pre-entry
briefings and attached work plans.
o A work plan is provided as attachment 9.
2. Entry Objectives
Daily objectives may include site surveys, mechanical cleaning, oil recovery, booming,
dispersant application, wildlife rehabilitation/hazing, and related activities. Detailed
objectives shall be developed daily, and shall be described during the pre-entry safety
briefing.
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C. SITE ORGANIZATION
Definitions (A comprehensive glossary is provided in the Northwest Area Contingency
Plan)
OSC: The On-Scene Coordinator (OSC) is the pre-designated official responsible for
incident management.
SSHO: The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO), ofte n referred to simply as the Site
Safety Officer, is the single individual responsible for developing and implementing the
OSC's site-specific site safety and health plan.
SSHP: Site Safety and Health Supervisor(s) (SSHP) is a mandatory position under 29
CFR 1910.120 (Fed OSHA) and WAC 296-62-Part P (WISHA). The SSHP, often
referred to simply as the Site Safety Supervisor, is the individual(s) in the field
responsible for enforcing the SSHO's site-specific site safety and health plan. An
SSHP must be on-site at all times while the SSHO may be with the OSC or at other
locations.
FUNCTION, NAME, and PHONE (if appropriate)
OSC:
Incident Commander.
OSC's On-Site rep/supervisor:
Site Safety and Health Officer:
Site Safety and Health Supervisor(s): See the posted organization on-
site/workplan/briefing log.
Public Affairs Officer:
Scientific Support Coordinator:
National Pollution Fund Center Case Officer:
BOA Contract Supervisor:
State reps:
Local reps:
Other Fed/State/Local reps:
RP's Representative:
RP's On-Site representative:
RP's On-Site Contract Supervisor:
RP's Safety and Health Officer:
RP's Safety and Health Supervisor(s):
Other RP representatives:
D. SITE CONTROL
1. Anyone entering or departing a WORK AREA, shall report
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to the site supervisor or designated representative.
2. No person shall enter a site without subscribing to
this or another appropriate Site Safety and Health plan.
3. The buddy system is mandatory for everyone on site.
4. Training.
a. In general, all personnel on site shall be trained adequately to perform their
assigned tasks safely. The general training level requirement is technician level and/or
routine site worker (40 hours & 3 days OJT min.) except as noted below.
o Guidelines for assessment of training/qualification requirements has been provided as
attachment 21.
JOB DESCRIPTION: TRAINING LEVEL:
b. All personnel entering the site shall be fully informed about applicable
hazards and procedures on site. See section L. below for on-site informational
briefings program.
5. Site Boundaries. Control boundaries have been
established in the site safety map below according to the following guidelines:
a. The HOT ZONE, or EXCLUSION ZONE, is the area where contamination or
product hazards are expected.
b. The WARM ZONE, or CONTAMINATION REDUCTION ZONE, is a transition
area between the HOT ZONE and the COLD ZONE. It is the area where a
DECONTAMINATION is conducted for personnel and equipment leaving the HOT
ZONE.
c. The COLD ZONE, or SUPPORT ZONE, is an area adjacent to the WARM
ZONE that is intended to remain safe and as free of contamination as possible.
6. The site safety map includes the location of items such as: zone boundaries,
washing, toilet/hygiene facilities, first aid equipment, fire extinguishers, command posts,
equipment staging/storage, eating/rest areas, animal rehab/hazing stations, and
locations of identified hazards.
o A Site Safety Map is provided as attachment 2.
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E HAZARD EVALUATION
1. CHEMICAL HAZARDS (check appropriate category of oil, attach generic
information sheet, and attach specific MSDS when available).
o Oil containing benzene and/or other high vapor pressure chemicals,
o Hazard information is provided as attachment 1B.
o Oil that does not contain benzene,
o Hazard information is provided as attachment 1C.
o Hydrogen sulfide (from sour crude oil or anaerobic decay of organic materials),
o Hazard information is provided as attachment 1D.
o Dispersant applications.
o Hazard information is provided as attachment
o Bioremediation application,
o Hazard information is provided as attachment
2. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING FOR CHEMICAL HAZARDS: The following
monitoring shall be conducted with monitoring equipment calibrated and maintained in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions (electronic equipment shall be
calibrated before each day's use).
Substance FREQUENCY:
Combustible gaso continuous o hourly o dailyo OTHER
Oxygen o continuous o hourly o dailyo OTHER
H2S dosimeter o continuous o hourly o dailyo OTHER
H2S level o continuous o hourly o dailyo OTHER
HNU o continuous o hourly o dailyo OTHER
OVA o continuous o hourly o dailyo OTHER
WBGT o continuous o hourly o dailyo OTHER
Noise o continuous o hourly o dailyo OTHER
OTHER: o continuous o hourly o dailyo OTHER
3. Additional hazards may be encountered on site and shall (along with any other
applicable hazards found during the site survey) be marked on the attached maps.
F. GENERAL SAFE WORK PRACTICES. The following safe work practices shall be
adhered to while on site (check those that are appropriate & add any additional).
o BUDDY SYSTEM. The buddy system shall be observed inside the Work Area
(EXCLUSION and CONTAMINATION REDUCTION ZONES). Personnel must work
within sight of their assigned partner at all times. A partner shall be assigned by the
site safety supervisor as personnel check in. Personnel shall use whistles to indicate
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that they need assistance in areas where personnel may be obscured from supervisors
(e.g. high grass, boulders, or warehouse areas) as noted on the Project Map.
o OCCUPATIONAL MEDICAL MONITORING. Personnel shall be enrolled in an
occupational medical monitoring program in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.120 or WAC
296-62-Part P.
o FIRES. Each restriction zone and associated contamination reduction zone shall
have at least one each of the following:
A fully charged Class A fire extinguisher for ordinary fires
A fully charged Class B fire extinguisher for liquid fires
A hand held fog horn to alert personnel
The above items shall be maintained in a readily accessible location, clearly labeled in
red, and with the location noted on the project map.
o LIGHTING. Fixed or portable lighting shall be maintained for dark areas or work after
sunset to ensure that sufficient illumination is provided. (See TABLE H-120.1 of 29
CFR 1910.120(m) or WAC 296-62-Part P. for Minimum Illumination Intensities.)
o SLIPPERY ROCKS AND SURFACES. All personnel in the work area shall wear
chemical resistant safety boots with steel toe/shank and textured bottoms (neoprene is
a common material that is fairly resistant to many oils). Boat operators may substitute
clean deck shoes with textured soles kept free of oil on cloth/leather uppers.
o WORK NEAR WATER. All personnel working in boats, on docks, or generally within
10 feet of water deeper than 3 feet, shall wear Coast Guard approved personal flotation
devices (PFDs) or work vests.
o HEAT STRESS. The site safety and health supervisor shall generally be guided by
the ACGIH guidelines in determining work/rest periods. Fluids shall be available at all
times and encouraged during rest periods.
o Further guidelines are provided as attachment: 4A.
o COLD STRESS. The site safety and health supervisor shall generally be guided by
the ACGIH guidelines in determining work/rest periods. Workers shall be provided with
adequate warm clothing, rest opportunities, exposure protection, warm and/or sweet
fluids shall also be available during rest periods. For prolonged water temperatures
below 59 degrees F, or a combined water and air temperature less than 120 degrees F,
exposure suits shall be worn by personnel working/traveling in small boats, and
immersion suits shall be available for vessel operations other than small boats,
o Further guidelines are provided as attachment: 5A.
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o HIGH NOISE LEVELS. Hearing protection shall be used in high noise areas
(exceeding 84 dBA--generally where noise levels require personnel to raise their voices
to be heard) designated by the site safety supervisor.
o ELECTRICAL HAZARDS. Electrical hazards are designated on the site map,.and
shall be marked with suitable placards, barricades, or warning tape as necessary.
o TRAP HAZARDS. Open manholes, pits, trenches, or similar hazards are noted on
the site map. The site safety supervisor shall ensure that these locations are
periodically checked during the day.
o MUD. Dangerous mud flats posing a trap hazard shall be designated on the site
safety map as areas off limits to personnel. Mark these locations with banner tape,
barricades, or other marking equipment.
o CARBON MONOXIDE. Equipment operators shall ensure that personnel do not
linger or work near exhaust pipes.
o UV LIGHT EXPOSURE. Sunscreens of protection factor 15 (or greater), and UV
tinted safety glasses shall be made available for response personnel as needed.
o HELICOPTER OPERATIONS. Pilots shall provide safety briefing for all passengers.
Helicopter procedures are provided as attachment: 14.
o MOTOR VEHICLES. Drivers shall maintain a safe speed at all times, and shall not
be allowed to operate vehicles in a reckless manner,
o A vehicle safety briefing is provided as attachment 22.
o ALL TERRAIN VEHICLES (ATVs). Drivers shall maintain a safe speed at all times,
and shall not be allowed to operate vehicles in a reckless manner. ATV drivers shall
not operate ATVs outside of areas and lanes specified by the site safety supervisor.
Drums and containers must be handled in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.120 or
WAC 296-62-Part P. Containers must be labeled and constructed in accordance with
EPA (40 CFR 264265, and 300), and DOT (49 CFR 171-178) regulations.
Temporary holding/staging areas for drums and containers containing waste
materials shall be constructed to contain spillage, run-off, or accidental releases of
materials.
Manual lifting and handling of drums and containers shall be kept to a minimum.
To the extent possible, mechanical devices, drum slings or other mechanical assisting
devices designed for that purpose shall be used.
o Safe Lifting Procedures are provided as attachment 8.
o Drum handling Procedures are provided as attachment 24.
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o CONFINED SPACES. Confined spaces will not normally be entered by response
personnel during oil spill response operations. If a confined space must be entered c;
hotwork conducted on a confined space, a specific confined space entry work plan and
confined space work authorization checklist will be developed for that operation,
o A confined space work plan is provided as attachment 7.
o A confined space work authorization checklist is provided as attachment 7.
POISONOUS\INFECTIOUS INSECTS, BITES, STINGS, PLANTS.
o BEE STINGS (also hornet or wasp bites)
o POISONOUS SPIDERS (black widows or brown recluse)
o TICKS (carriers of rocky mountain spotted fever, and lymes disease)
o ANIMAL BITES (infection hazard, and/or rabies from some common sources such as:
skunks, prairie dogs, foxes, bats, dogs, cats, raccoons, and cows),
o SNAKE BITES (pit vipers (e.g., rattlesnakes and water moccasins); and coral snakes)
o MARINE STINGS AND PUNCTURES (jellyfish, man-o-war, anemones, corals,
hydras, urchins, cone shells, stingrays, and spiny fish)
o POISONOUS PLANTS (poison ivy, oak, or sumac)
GENERAL PREVENTION:
During morning safety briefings, provide information on the location of hazards and hew
to deal with problems.
Personnel should be provided with
o Long-sleeved clothing
o Insect repellent
o Snake leggings
Personnel should inspect each other for ticks and signs of infected bites during breaks
when working in designated areas.
Personnel with allergies to bee stings or insect bites may suffer a medical emergency if
bitten. Supervisors on site should be prepared to deal with these medical emergencies.
Personnel with severe allergies must work in areas away from known/suspected
hazards.
Personnel with allergies to bee stings or other insect bites should notify their
supervisors AND the site safety supervisor when reporting on this site.
o Personnel shall be briefed on procedures in accordance with the guidelines provided
as attachment: 12.
G. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
The following PPE ensembles shall be used while on site.
o See the PPE ensemble descriptions provided as attachment 13.
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General (Circle appropriate)
TASK: LEVEL:
Monitors/supervisors
ABCD
Shoreline cleanup crew
A B C D
Vac truck crews
ABCD
High pressure wash crew
ABCD
Abrasive cleaning crew
ABCD
Hot water wash crew
ABCD
Boat drivers
ABCD
Boat crews
ABCD
Skimmer crews
ABCD
Boom crews
ABCD
Sampling teams
ABCD
Survey teams
ABCD
Product pumping
ABCD
Dispersants crews
ABCD
Bioremediation crews
ABCD
Bird/mammal capture
ABCD
Bird/mammal hazing
ABCD
Bird/mammal transport
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD
Cold Zone (Circle appropriate)
TASK: LEVEL:
Response personnel
ABCD
Visitors
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD
H. DECONTAMINATION PROCEDURES. Contaminated personnel and
personnel entering contaminated areas shall be decontaminated in accordance with the
instructions of the site safety and health supervisor.
o See the decon and layout provided as attachments 11 A.
I. SANITATION & PERSONAL HYGIENE: Potable water, nonpotable
water, toilets and personal hygiene facilities shall be readily available.
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o For further information see attachment 6.
J. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
1. GENERAL. In all cases when an onsite emergency occurs,
personnel shall not reenter the work area or restart work until:
The condition resulting in the emergency has been
Investigated by supervisory personnel, and has been corrected;
Hazards have been reassessed; and
Site personnel have been briefed on any changes in the
Operation and site safety plan.
o Hospitals listed under communications section have been contacted (chemical
emergency hospital agrees to take patients from site),
o Fire departments listed under communications section have been contacted,
o Ambulance services listed under communications section have been contacted (note
those which will take chemical emergencies),
o ATSDR has been contacted to notify of site operations,
o Police forces listed under communications section have been notified.
2. Emergency Medical Procedures:
Contact designated EMT (see the posted organization/work plan).
Do not attempt to move seriously injured personnel, call for an ambulance to
come to the injured person.
o For bites, stings, or poisonous animals/plants follow the procedures provided in
attachment 23.
The closest hospital for regular emergencies is:
(see communications section for phone number)
The closest hospital for chemical exposure emergencies is:
(see communications section for phone number)
o Contact Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) (404) 639-0615
(24 hr) for chemical exposure emergencies
3. Emergency Fire Procedures:
DO NOT attempt to fight fires other than small fires. A small fire is generally
considered to be a fire in the early stages of development, which can readily be
extinguished with personnel and equipment in the immediate area in a few minutes
time.
DO NOT take extraordinary measures to fight fires.
YOU MUST sound the appropriate fire signal if fire
can not be put out quickly.
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Alert nearby personnel to call fire department.
Notify supervisor.
When the fire alarm is sounded, personnel shall immediately leave the work area WITH
THEIR ASSIGNED BUDDY, to the predesignated assembly point by the designated
evacuation route (see evacuation routes and assembly point below).
The Site Supervisor OR the Fire Department shall ensure that the fire is
extinguished and a temporary fire watch has been posted BEFORE restarting work.
4. Evacuation.
EVACUATION &FIRE SIGNAL(S)
PRIMARY EVACUATION ROUTE:
SECONDARY EVACUATION ROUTE:
ASSEMBLY POINT:
K. COMMUNICATIONS
1. General signals:
THUMBS UP I'm OK/I agree.
THUMBS DOWN don't agree.
HANDS ACROSS THROAT out of air / trouble breathing
GRAB HAND/ARM come with me
HANDS ON HEAD I need assistance
2. Radio communications:
Working
frequency: channel:.
Emergency
frequency:_
frequency:_
channel:
channel:
(o VHF o UHF o CB o OTHER )
(oVHF o UHF o CB o OTHER
(o VHF o UHF o CB o OTHER
3. Phone communications:
On-Scene Coordinator:
(.
_(o voice o fax o cellular o pager o home)
Incident Commander:
( )
Site Safety and Health Officer:
_(o voice o fax o cellular o pager o home)
(.
_(o voice o fax o cellular o pager o home)
Agency for Toxic Substance and Disease Registry (ATSDR)
(404) 639-0615 (24 hour voice); (404) 639-0655 (fax)
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Case officer: ATSDR can provide emergency medical/toxicological
information, assist in determining procedures for potential chemical overexposures, &
can provide on scene assistance for certain chemical emergencies.
Police:
(o voice o fax o cellular o pager o home)
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L. SITE SAFETY BRIEFINGS/MEETINGS
1. All personnel, employees, contractors, and subcontractors shall be provided with
an initial site safety briefing to communicate the nature, level and degree of hazards
expected on site.
2. Personnel will also receive regular briefings before and after each shift, before
making a LEVEL A/B hot zone entry, and when significant changes are made in the
work procedures or safety plans. These site safety meetings/briefings shall be held by
the Site Supervisor. At a minimum these meetings will describe the work to be
accomplished, discuss safety procedure changes, and note any items which need to be
passed to other crews. General safety training topics should also be covered based on
points raised in previous meetings and the site safety plan attachments,
o A briefing log is provided as attachment: 12.
M. The SITE SAFETY OFFICER
The Site Safety Officer for this incident is: .
The responsibilities of the SITE SAFETY OFFICER include (but are not limited to):
Coordination of all safety and health concerns for the entire work site;
Keeping this plan current; and
Liaison with site safety officers from other organizations.
N. AUTHORIZATIONS
SITE SAFETY OFFICER: DATE:
IC (RP): DATE:
FOSC: DATE:
SOSC: DATE:
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ATTACHMENT 1A: HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE INFORMATION SHEETS
MSDS/RIDS/CHRIS/CHEMTOX/TOMES/etc.
( Attach MSDS)
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ATTACHMENT 1B: HAZARD INFO FOR OILS CONTAINING BENZENE
Oils and products that contain benzene, include: crude oils, gasoline, military JP4,
commercial JET B, aviation gasoline, gas oils, and feed stocks.
1. These oils/products are composed of an indefinite petroleum distillate mixture. They
may contain n-hexane, benzene, toluene, xylene, naphthalene, & PolyAromatic
Hydrocarbons (PAHs) in concentrations that may vary widely depending on the source
of the oil, weathering, and aging.
2. HAZARD DESCRIPTION: These oils/products may cause dermatitis by skin
contact; nausea by inhalation; and eye irritation. Benzene is a hematologic toxin (it
affects the blood and blood forming organs), and is a carcinogen. The most important
potential benzene, toluene, or xylene hazard is in poorly ventilated areas (such as pits
or under docks), or around freshly spilled oil. Benzo(a)pyrene is a skin contact hazard
and potentially may cause skin cancer with chronic skin contact. As oil weathers and
ages, benzo(a)pyrene becomes more concentrated because it evaporates much slower
than other chemicals in the mixture.
3. BASIC PRECAUTIONS: Stay away from, or upwind of, fresh oil spills; wear
chemical resistant clothing as necessary to protect against skin or eye contact;
periodically change protective clothing that has oil on it; immediately change clothing
that is showing evidence of oil penetrating to your skin; and wash skin with soap and
water when changing into street clothing, before eating/drinking, or when exiting to a
contamination reduction zone. Flush eyes with water if oil gets in them. If ingested do
not induce vomiting-contact a physician. Urine phenol should be tested as soon as
possible (and not later than 72 hours after exposure) if there is a suspected
overexposure to benzene. Urine specific gravity should be corrected to 1.024 for this
test. If urine phenol values exceed 75 mg per liter further testing in accordance with 29
CFR 1910.1028(i)(4) may be needed, and individuals must be removed from areas of
potential benzene exposure until values return to normal.
MONITORING/EVALUATION INFORMATION FOR CERTAIN ASSOCIATED VAPOR
HAZARDS (Taken from NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards — 1990 DHHS-
NIOSH Pub. No. 90-117). The following information is provided for some of the more
significant components of crude oil and high vapor pressure petroleum products that
produce some degree of vapor hazard. Most of these chemicals are found in small
quantities in crude oil and evaporate quickly so that their hazard is most significant
during the first hours/days of a spill and diminish rapidly with weathering. For a more
comprehensive review see NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation Report "Exxon/Valdez
Alaska Oil Spill" (HETA 89-200 & 89-273-2111, dtd May 1991).
BENZENE
CAS: 71-43-2
PEL(8 hr): 1 ppm (OSHA) (WISHA)
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STEL(15 min): 5 ppm (OSHA) (WISHA)
IDLH: 3000 ppm
Vapor Pressure: 75 mmHg
Flash Point: 12degF.
LEL/UEL: 1.3% --7.9%
Ionization Potential: 9.24 eV
Health Effects/Symptoms: Irritant, hematologic toxin, CNS toxin, and carcinogen.
Irritation of eyes, nose, and respiratory system; giddiness; headache; nausea;
staggered gait; fatigue; anorexia; dermatitis; and depression of the bone marrow.
TOLUENE
CAS: 108-88-3
PEL(8 hr): 100 ppm (OSHA) (WISHA)
STEL(15 min): 150 ppm (OSHA) (WISHA)
IDLH: 2000 ppm
Vapor Pressure: 20 mmHg
Flash Point: 40 deg F.
LEL/UEL: 1.2%--7.1%
Ionization Potential: 8.82 eV
Health Effects/Symptoms: CNS/liver/kidney/skin toxin. Fatigue; weakness; confusion;
euphoria; dizziness; headache; dilated pupils;-lacrimation (watery eyes); nervousness;
muscular fatigue; insomnia; paresthesia (burning, tingling, or numbness); and
dermatitis.
MONITORING/EVALUATION INFORMATION FOR CERTAIN ASSOCIATED VAPOR
HAZARDS (Taken from NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards-1990 DHHS-
NIOSH Pub. No. 90-117). (continued):
XYLENES (o-, m-, p- isomers)
CAS: 1330-20-7
PEL(8 hr): 100 ppm (OSHA) (WISHA)
STEL(15 min): 150 ppm (OSHA) (WISHA)
IDLH: 1000 ppm
Vapor Pressure: 7/9 mmHg (varies with isomer)
Flash Point: 63/84 deg F.
LEL/UEL: 1.0%-7.0%
Ionization Potential: 8.44 or 8.8.56 eV
Health Effects/Symptoms: CNS/GI tract/liver/kidney/ blood/skin/eye toxin. Dizziness;
excitement; drowsiness; incoordination; staggering gait; irritation of the eyes, nose, and
throat; corneal vacuolization (formation of small spaces in the cornea); anorexia;
nausea; abdominal pain; and dermatitis.
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n-HEXANE (HEXANE or NORMAL HEXANE)
CAS: 110-54-3
PEL(8 hr): 50 ppm (OSHA) (WISHA)
IDLH: 5000 ppm
Vapor Pressure: 150 mmHg
Flash Point: -7 deg F.
LEL/UEL: 1.1%--7.5%
Ionization Potential: 10.18 eV
Health Effects/Symptoms: Skin/eye/respiratory system toxin. Light headedness;
nausea; headache; numbness of the extremities; muscular weakness; irritation of the
eyes and nose; chemical pneumonia; giddiness; and dermatitis.
MONITORING/EVALUATION INFORMATION FOR CERTAIN ASSOCIATED VAPOR
HAZARDS (Taken from NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards-1990 DHHS-
NIOSH Pub. No. 90-117). (continued):
NAPHTHALENE (WHITE TAR)
CAS: 91-20-3
PEL(8 hr): 10 ppm (OSHA) (WISHA)
STEL(15 min): 15 ppm (OSHA) (WISHA)
IDLH: 500 ppm
Vapor Pressure: 0.08 mmHg
Flash Point: 174 deg F.
LEL/UEL: 0.9% -- 5.9%
Ionization Potential: 7.30 eV
Health Effects/Symptoms: CNS/liver/kidney/blood/skin/ eye toxin. Irritation of the eyes;
headache; confusion; excitement; malaise (general feeling of illness or discomfort);
nausea; abdominal pain; irritation of the bladder; profuse sweating; jaundice;
hematopoietic (reduction of blood count and related); hemoglobinuria (hemoglobin in
the urine); renal shutdown; and dermatitis.
PETROLEUM DISTILLATE (NAPHTHA) A paraffin mixture (C5-C13) that
may contain small amounts of aromatic hydrocarbons (such as benzene, toluene, or
xylene).
CAS: 8002-05-9
PEL(8 hr): 1600 MG/M3 (OSHA) (WISHA)
REL(8 hr): 350 MG/M3 (NIOSH)
IDLH: 10,000 ppm
Vapor Pressure: 40 mmHg (varies with mixture)
Flash Point: -40 to -86 deg F.
LEL/UEL: 1.1%-5.9%
Ionization Potential: varies
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Health Effects/Symptoms: Irritant, CNS/respiratory toxin. Irritation of eyes, nose, and
throat; dizziness; drowsiness; headache; nausea; dermatitis.
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ATTACHMENT 1C: HAZARD INFO FOR OILS (WITHOUT BENZENE)
Some oils that generally do not contain benzene (except as a minor constituent or
contaminant), include: kerosene's, diesels, military JP5, commercial JET A, bunker C, &
fuel oils (1 through 6).
1. These oils are composed of an indefinite petroleum distillate content typically
including PolyAromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs). The concentration of these products will
vary widely depending on the source of the oil, weathering, and aging.
2. HAZARD DESCRIPTION: May cause dermatitis by skin contact; nausea by
inhalation; and eye irritation by contact. Benzo(a)pyrene is a skin contact hazard and
potentially may cause skin cancer with chronic skin contact.
3. BASIC PRECAUTIONS: Wear chemical resistant clothing as necessary to protect
against skin or eye contact; periodically change protective clothing that has oil on it;
immediately change clothing that is showing evidence of oil penetrating to your skin;
and wash skin with soap and water when changing into street clothing, before
eating/drinking, or when exiting to a contamination reduction zone. Flush eyes with
water if oil gets in them. If ingested do not induce vomiting-contact a physician.
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ATTACHMENT 1D: HAZARD INFORMATION FOR HYDROGEN SULFIDE
HYDROGEN SULFIDE (poison well gas, sour crude oil gas, hydrosulfuric acid, sewer
gas, rotten egg gas, or sulfur hydride)
1. Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is a clear foul smelling gas that smells like rotten eggs.
Although the smell may be detected at very low concentrations, it is not a good warning
property because exposure to dangerous concentrations deadens the sense of smell.
Hydrogen sulfide is found in certain crude oils ("sour" crudes), and is also generated by
decaying organic materials.
2. HAZARD DESCRIPTION: H2S is very irritating to the eyes even at low
concentration. At higher concentrations it is irritating to mucus membranes.
Concentrations resulting in respiratory irritation may cause pulmonary edema. It is also
a chemical asphyxiant, which causes asphyxiation in a manner similar to cyanide.
Other effects include headache, dizziness, excitement, staggering gait, diarrhea,
fatigue, and insomnia. H2S is a central nervous system depressant, and high
concentrations may cause paralysis of the respiratory system. In addition to health
effects, H2S is also a flammable gas
OS HA PEL 10 ppm (Also WISHA)
OSHA STEL 15 ppm
IDLH 300 ppm
FLAMMABLE RANGE 4.0 to 44%
3. BASIC PRECAUTIONS:
Avoid areas above exposure limits. Use colorimetric or electronic concentration meters
or dosimeters to monitor exposures. For concentrations above exposure limits, positive
pressure supplied air or self-contained breathing apparatus must be used. For very
high concentrations in confined spaces, monitor for explosive atmospheres.
First aid for exposures includes water irrigation of eyes, and support respiration as
needed. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT MEDICAL TREATMENT IS GIVEN FOR ANY
SUSPECTED OVEREXPOSURE.
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ATTACHMENT 2: SITE SAFETY MAP(S)
(Created on-site).
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ATTACHMENT 3: SIGNS/SYMPTOMS THAT INDICATE POTENTIAL TOXIC
OVEREXPOSURES
Sudden weight loss or change in appetite
Unusual fatigue or new sleeping difficulties
Unusual irritability
Skin rashes/allergies/sores
Hearing loss
Vision loss/problems
Changes in sense of smell
Shortness of breath/asthma/cough or sputum production .
Chest pains
Nausea/vomiting/diarrhea/constipation
Weakness/tremors
Headaches
Personality changes
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ATTACHMENT 4A: HEAT STRESS CONSIDERATIONS (SHORT FORM)
HEAT STROKE. Heat stroke is the most serious of health problems associated with
working in hot environments. It occurs when the body's temperature regulatory system
fails and sweating becomes inadequate. The body's only effective means of removing
excess heat is compromised with little warning to the victim that a crisis stage has been
reached.
A heat stroke victim's skin is hot, usually dry, red or spotted. Body temperature is
usually 105 degrees F or higher, and the victim is mentally confused, delirious, perhaps
in convulsions, or unconscious. Unless the victim receives quick and appropriate
treatment, death can occur.
Any person with signs of symptoms of heat stroke requires immediate hospitalization.
However, first aid should be immediately administered. This includes removing the
victim to a cool area, thoroughly soaking the clothing with water, and vigorously fanning
the body to increase cooling. Further treatment, at a medical facility, should be directed
to the continuation of the cooling process and the monitoring of complications which
often accompany the heat stroke. Early recognition and treatment of heat stroke is the
only means of preventing permanent brain damage or death.
HEAT EXHAUSTION. Heat exhaustion includes several clinical disorders having
symptoms which may resemble the early symptoms of heat stroke. Heat exhaustion is
caused by the loss of large amounts of fluid by sweating, sometimes with excessive
loss of salt. A worker suffering from heat exhaustion still sweats but experiences
extreme weakness or fatigue, giddiness, nausea, or headache. In more serious cases,
the victim may vomit or lose consciousness. The skin is clammy and moist, the
complexion is pale or flushed, and the body temperature is normal or only slightly
elevated.
In most cases, treatment involves having the victim rest in a cool place and drink plenty
of liquids. Victims with mild cases of heat exhaustion usually recover spontaneously
with this treatment. Those with severe cases may require extended care for several
days. There are no known permanent effects.
HEAT CRAMPS. Heat cramps are painful spasms of the muscles that occur among
those who sweat profusely in heat, drink large quantities of water, but do not
adequately replace the body's salt loss. The drinking of large quantities of water tends
to dilute the body's fluids, while the body continues to lose salt. Shortly thereafter, the
low salt level in the muscles causes painful cramps. The affected muscles may be part
of the arms, legs, or abdomen; but tired muscles (those used in performing the work)
are usually the ones most susceptible to cramps. Cramps may occur during or after
work hours and may be relieved by taking salted liquids by mouth.
FAINTING. A worker who is not accustomed to hot environments and who stands erect
and immobile in the heat may faint. With enlarged blood vessels in the skin and in the
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lower part of the body due to the body's attempts to control internal temperature, blood
may pool there rather than return to the heart to be pumped to the brain. Upon lying
down, the worker should soon recover. By moving around, and thereby preventing
blood from pooling, the patient can prevent further fainting.
HEAT RASH. Heat rash, also known as prickly heat, is likely to occur in hot, humid
environments where heat is not easily removed from the surface of the skin by
evaporation and the skin remains wet most of the time. The sweat ducts become
plugged, and a skin rash soon appears. When the rash is extensive or when it is
complicated by infection, prickly heat can be very uncomfortable and may reduce a
worker's performance. The worker can prevent this condition by resting in a cool place
part of each day and by regularly bathing and drying the skin.
TRANSIENT HEAT FATIGUE. Transient heat fatigue refers to the temporary state of
discomfort and mental or psychological strain arising from prolonged heat exposure.
Workers unaccustomed to the heat are particularly susceptible and can suffer, to
varying degrees, a decline in task performance, coordination, alertness, and vigilance.
The severity of transient heat fatigue will be lessened by a period of gradual adjustment
to the hot environment (heat acclimatization).
PREPARING FOR WORK IN THE HEAT. Adjustment to heat, under normal
circumstances, takes about a week, during which time the body will undergo a series of
changes that will make continued exposure to heat more endurable. With each
succeeding daily exposure, hazardous physiological responses will gradually decrease,
while the sweat rate will increase. When the body becomes acclimated to the heat, the
worker will find it possible to perform work with less strain and distress. Gradual
exposure to heat gives the body time to become accustomed to higher environmental
temperatures. Heat disorders in general are more likely to occur among workers who
have not been given time to adjust to working in the heat or among workers who have
been away from hot environments and who have gotten accustomed to lower
temperatures. Hot weather conditions of the summer are likely to affect the worker who
is not acclimatized to heat. Likewise, workers who return to work after a leisurely
vacation or extended illness may be affected by the heat in the work environment.
Whenever such circumstances occur, the worker should be gradually reacclimatized to
the hot environment.
Heat stress depends, in part, on the amount of heat the worker's body produces while a
job is being performed. The amount of heat produced during hard, steady work is much
higher than that produced during intermittent or light work. Therefore, one way of
reducing the potential for heat stress is to make the job easier or lessen its duration by
providing adequate rest. Rather than be exposed to heat for extended periods of time
during the course of a job, workers should, wherever possible, be permitted to distribute
the workload evenly over the day and incorporate work-rest cycles. Work-rest cycles
give the body an opportunity to get rid of excess heat, slow down the production of
internal body heat, and provide greater blood,flow to the skin.
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REST AREAS. Providing cool rest areas in hot work environments considerably
reduces the stress of working in those environments. There is no conclusive information
available on the ideal temperature for a rest area. Rest areas should be as close to the-
work area as possible, and provide shade. Individual work periods should not be
lengthened in favor of prolonged rest periods. Shorter but frequent work-rest cycles are
the greatest benefit to the worker.
DRINKING WATER. In the course of a day's work in the heat, a worker may produce
as much as 2 to 3 gallons of sweat. Because so many heat disorders involve excessive
dehydration of the body, it is essential that water intake during the workday be about
equal to the amount of sweat produced. Most workers exposed to hot conditions drink
less fluids than needed because of an insufficient thirst drive. A worker, therefore,
should not depend on thirst to signal when and how much to drink. Instead, the worker
should drink 5 to 7 ounces of fluids every 15 to 20 minutes to replenish the necessary
fluids in the body. There is no optimum temperature of drinking water, but most people
tend not to drink warm or very cold fluids as readily as they will cool ones. Whatever
the temperature of the water, it must be palatable and readily available. Individual
drinking cups should be provided-never use a common drinking cup.
Heat acclimatized workers lose much less salt in their sweat than do workers who are
not adjusted to the heat. The average American diet contains sufficient salt for
acclimatized workers even when sweat production is high. If for some reason, salt
replacement is required, the best way to compensate for the loss is to add a little extra
salt to the food. Salt tablets SHOULD NOT be used.
CAUTION-PERSONS WITH HEART PROBLEMS OR THOSE ON A "LOW SODIUM"
DIET WHO WORK IN HOT ENVIRONMENTS SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSICIAN
ABOUT WHAT TO DO UNDER THESE CONDITIONS.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING. Clothing inhibits the transfer of heat between the body and
the surrounding environment. Therefore, in hot jobs where the air temperature is lower
than skin temperature, wearing clothing reduces the body's ability to lose heat into the
air. When air temperature is higher than skin temperature, clothing helps to prevent the
transfer of heat from the air to the body. The advantage of wearing additional clothes,
however, may be nullified if the clothes interfere with the evaporation of sweat (such as
rain slickers or chemical protective clothing).
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ATTACHMENT 4B: HEAT STRESS CONSIDERATIONS (LONG FORM)
The following heat stress information has been taken primarily from NIOSH Publication
86-112 "Working In Hot Environments".
HEAT STRESS CONSIDERATIONS. The Site Safety Officer or Site Safety Supervisor
for the entire response should make heat stress determinations throughout the day. If it
is determined that a heat stress hazard exists, an alert should be passed to all teams to
implement mandatory rest periods. The Site Safety Officer/Supervisor should generally
be guided by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH)
guidelines in determining work/rest periods. Fluids should be available at all times and
encouraged during mandatory rest periods.
Safety Concerns: Certain safety problems are common to hot environments. The
frequency of accidents, in general, appears to be higher in hot environments than in
more moderate environmental conditions. One reason is that working in a hot
environment lowers the mental alertness and physical performance of an individual.
Increased body temperature and physical discomfort promote irritability, anger, and
other emotional states which sometimes causes workers to overlook safety procedures
or to divert attention from hazardous tasks. Excessive exposure to a hot work
environment can bring about a variety of heat-induced disorders.
HEAT STROKE
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS. Heat stroke is the most serious health problem associated
with working in hot environments. It occurs when the body's temperature regulatory
system fails and sweating becomes inadequate. The body's only effective means of
removing excess heat is compromised with little warning to the victim that a crisis stage
has been reached.
A heat stroke victim's skin is hot, usually dry, red or spotted.
Body temperature is usually 105 degrees F or higher
The victim is mentally confused, delirious, perhaps in convulsions, or
unconscious.
MEDICAL ATTENTION. Unless the heat stroke victim receives quick and appropriate
treatment, DEATH CAN OCCUR. Any person with signs or symptoms of heat stroke
requires immediate hospitalization. SEND SOMEONE TO GET MEDICAL
ASSISTANCE/EMT IMMEDIATELY!!! While waiting for medical assistance first aid
should be immediately administered. This includes:
Removing the victim to a cool area,
Thoroughly soaking the clothing with water, and
Vigorously fanning the body to increase cooling.
HEAT EXHAUSTION Heat exhaustion includes several clinical disorders having
symptoms which may resemble the early symptoms of heat stroke. Heat exhaustion is
caused by the loss of large amounts of fluid by sweating, sometimes with excessive
loss of salt.
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SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS. A worker suffering from heat exhaustion:
Still sweats; but
Experiences extreme weakness or fatigue, giddiness, nausea, or headache
In more serious cases
The victim may vomit or lose consciousness
The skin is clammy and moist
The complexion is pale or flushed
The body temperature is normal or only slightly elevated
MEDICAL ATTENTION. General treatment:
Notify the site EMT,
Have the victim rest in a cool place
Have the victim drink plenty of liquids. Victims with mild cases of heat exhaustion
usually recover spontaneously with this treatment. Those with severe cases may
require extended care for several days. There are no known permanent effects.
CAUTION-PERSONS WITH HEART PROBLEMS OR THOSE ON A "LOW SODIUM"
DIET WHO WORK IN HOT ENVIRONMENTS SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSICIAN
ABOUT WHAT TO DO UNDER THESE CONDITIONS.
HEAT CRAMPS
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS. Heat cramps are painful spasms of the muscles that occur
among those who sweat profusely in heat, drink large quantities of water, but do not
adequately replace the body's salt loss.
MEDICAL ATTENTION. Cramps may occur during or after work hours and may be
relieved by taking salted liquids by mouth.
CAUTION-PERSONS WITH HEART PROBLEMS OR THOSE ON A "LOW SODIUM"
DIET WHO WORK IN HOT ENVIRONMENTS SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSICIAN
ABOUT WHAT TO DO UNDER THESE CONDITIONS.
FAINTING A worker who is not accustomed to hot environments and who stands erect
and immobile in the heat may faint.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS. With enlarged blood vessels in the skin and in the lower
part of the body due to the body's attempts to control internal temperature, blood may
pool there rather than return to the heart to be pumped to the brain.
MEDICAL ATTENTION. Upon lying down, the worker should soon recover. By moving
around, and thereby preventing blood from pooling, the patient can prevent further
fainting.
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HEAT RASH Heat rash, also known as prickly heat, is likely to occur in hot, humid
environments where heat is not easily removed from the surface of the skin by
evaporation and the skin remains wet most of the time.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS. The sweat ducts become plugged, and a skin rash soon
appears. When the rash is extensive or when it is complicated by infection, prickly heat
can be very uncomfortable and may reduce a worker's performance.
MEDICAL ATTENTION. Workers can prevent this by resting in a cool place part of
each day and by regularly bathing and drying the skin.
TRANSIENT HEAT FATIGUE Transient heat fatigue refers to the temporary state of
discomfort and mental or psychological strain arising from prolonged heat exposure.
Workers unaccustomed to the heat are particularly susceptible and can suffer, to
varying degrees, a decline in task performance, coordination, alertness, and vigilance.
Preparing For Work In The Heat. One of the best ways to reduce the heat stress of
workers is to minimize heat in the workplace. However, at oil spills heat is difficult to
control, while working outdoors and exposed to various weather conditions. Humans
are, to a large extent, capable of adjusting to the heat. This adjustment to heat, under
normal circumstances, usually takes about 5 to 7 days, during which time the body will
undergo a series of changes that will make continued exposure to heat more
endurable.
Workers who return to work after vacation or extended illness may be affected by the
heat in the work environment. Whenever such circumstances occur, the worker should
be gradually reacclimatized to the hot environment.
Mechanization. Heat stress depends, in part, on the amount of heat the worker's body
produces while a job is being performed. The amount of heat produced during hard,
steady work is much higher than that produced during intermittent or light work.
Therefore, one way of reducing the potential for heat stress is to make the job easier or
lessen its duration by providing adequate rest time. Mechanization of work procedures
can often make it possible to isolate workers from the heat source and increase overall
productivity by decreasing the time needed for rest.
Work/Rest Periods. Rather than be exposed to heat for extended periods of time
during the course of a job, workers should, wherever possible, be permitted to distribute
the workload evenly over the day and incorporate work-rest cycles or regular (and
enforced) breaks. Work-rest cycles give the body an opportunity to get rid of excess
heat, slow down the production of internal body heat, and provide greater blood flow to
the skin.
Providing cool rest areas in hot work environments considerably reduces the stress of
working in those environments. Rest areas should be as close to the work area as
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possible, and provide shade. Shorter but frequent work-rest cycles are the greatest
benefit to the worker.
Drinking Fluids. In the course of a day's work in the heat, a worker may produce as
much as 2 to 3 gallons of sweat. Because so many heat disorders involve excessive
dehydration of the body, it is essential that water intake during the workday be about
equal to the amount of sweat produced.
Most workers exposed to hot conditions drink less fluids than needed because of an
insufficient thirst drive. A worker, therefore, should not depend on thirst to signal when
and how much to drink. Five to seven ounces of fluids should be consumed every 15 to
20 minutes to replenish the necessary fluids in the body. There is no optimum
temperature of drinking water, but most people tend not to drink warm or very cold
fluids as readily as they will cool ones.
Heat acclimatized workers lose much less salt in their sweat than do workers who are
not adjusted to the heat. The average American diet contains sufficient salt for
acclimatized workers even when sweat production is high. If for some reason, salt
replacement is required, the best way to compensate for the loss is to add a little extra
salt to the food. Salt tablets SHOULD NOT be used.
CAUTION-PERSONS WITH HEART PROBLEMS OR THOSE ON A "LOW SODIUM"
DIET WHO WORK IN HOT ENVIRONMENTS SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSICIAN
ABOUT WHAT TO DO UNDER THESE CONDITIONS.
Protective Clothing and Heat Stress. Clothing inhibits the transfer of heat between
the body and the surrounding environment. Therefore, in hot jobs where the air
temperature is lower than skin temperature, wearing clothing reduces the body's ability
to lose heat into the air. When air temperature is higher than skin temperature, clothing
helps to prevent the transfer of heat from the air to the body. The advantage of wearing
additional clothes, however, may be nullified if the chemical protective clothes interferes
with the evaporation of sweat.
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ATTACHMENT 5A: COLD STRESS & HYPOTHERMIA (SHORT FORM)
Frostbite and hypothermia are major hazards of working in cold temperatures. A cold
environment can reduce the temperature of the body and cause shivering, reduced
mental alertness, and even loss of consciousness. However, a healthy worker who is
properly protected and takes reasonable precautions can function efficiently and safely
in cold environments. See Appendix (C) of site safety program manual for further
information.
FACTORS AFFECTING COLD EXPOSURES.
1. Important factors contributing to cold injury:
Exposure to humidity and high winds,
Contact with moisture or metal,
Inadequate clothing,
Age, and
General health.
Physical conditions that worsen the effects include:
Fatigue
Allergies
Vascular disease
Smoking
Drinking
Certain specific drugs or medicines.
2. Important Warnings:
Pain in the extremities may be the first warning of dangerous exposure to cold.
Severe shivering must be taken as a sign of danger requiring removal from the
cold exposure.
A worker should go immediately to a warming shelter if any of the following
symptoms occur:
a) Pain in the extremities (or frostnip)
b) Onset of heavy shivering
c) Excessive fatigue
d) Drowsiness
e) Euphoria.
A litter should be used if possible for all but the mildest cases.
Hypothermia/Cold Stress victims must be rewarmed, but must not be rewarmed TOO
FAST. In particular, victims should not be rewarmed by submersion in water at any
temperature.
Hypothermia: Hypothermia is an abnormally low body temperature caused by
exposure to cold in air or in water. Hypothermia results as the body looses heat faster
than it can produce it. Air temperature alone is not enough to judge the cold hazard of
a particular environment. Hypothermia cases often develop in air temperatures between
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30-50 degrees Fahrenheit. When you figure in such factors as wind chill, the effective
temperature can be significantly lower.
1. Early warnings of hypothermia are:
Uncontrollable shivering and the sensation of cold;
The heartbeat slows and sometimes becomes
Fits of shivering, vague or slurred speech, memory lapses, incoherence, or
drowsiness are some symptoms which may occur
Other symptoms which may be seen before unconsciousness are cool skin,
slow, irregular breathing, low blood pressure, apparent exhaustion, and inability to get
up after a rest.
2. First aid for hypothermia: The main objective in handling potential cases of
hypothermia is rewarming the body core evenly and without delay. HOWEVER, doing it
TOO RAPIDLY can disrupt body functions such as circulation.
The outer layer of clothing should be removed when entering a warm shelter.
The remaining clothing should be loosened to permit sweat to evaporate.
Alcohol should not be consumed while in the warm environment.
Anyone on medications such as blood pressure control or water pills should consult a
physician about possible side effects of cold stress.
If medical help is not immediately available:
Keep the person quiet, but keep them awake, if possible.
Avoid unnecessary movement. If it's necessary to move a hypothermia victim,
use a litter as the exertion of walking could aggravate circulation problems.
In a case of mild hypothermia where the person is conscious, the body may be
packed with heat packs or warm towels at the neck, groin, and armpits.
As the extremities begin to recover warmth give conscious victims sweet, warm
drinks. AVOID caffeine or alcoholic drinks.
Don't rewarm the core and the extremities at the same time. The sudden return
of the cool blood pooled in the extremities to the heart can cause shock.
WATER IMMERSION VICTIMS. Flotation is the most important factor in water
immersion survival, but may not be available if not provided in advance (see protective
clothing notes below).
It is especially important to keep your head dry.
Avoid thrashing about and assume the HELP position (Heat Escape Lessening
Posture) by crossing your wrists over your chest and drawing your knees close to your
chest to avoid losing excess body heat. By using the HELP position, the head, neck,
armpit, and groin areas are protected which are all high heat loss areas.
If others are in the water with you, huddle together to reduce heat loss, aid in
rescue, and boost morale.
OTHER COLD STRESS INJURIES:
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1. FROSTBITE
Symptoms:
Whitened areas on skin
Burning sensation at first
Blistering
Affected part cold, numb, and tingling
Treatment:
Cover the frozen part
Provide extra clothing and blankets
Bring person indoors
Place the part in warm water or rewarm with warm packs
If no water is available, wrap gently in a sheet and blanket or place frostbitten
fingers under armpits
Discontinue warming when the affected part becomes flushed and swollen
Exercise part after rewarming but do not allow the person to walk after the
affected part thaws
Give sweet warm fluids to conscious person
If feet are affected, put on dry socks over footwear
If cheeks are affected, cover cheeks with warm hands
Do not rub the part with anything
Do not use heat lamp
Do not use hot water bottles
Do not place part near hot stove
Do not break blisters
Obtain medical assistance ASAP
2. CHILBLAIN
Symptoms:
Recurrent localized itching, swelling, and painful inflammation of the fingers,
toes, or ears.
Severe spasms
Treatment:
Remove to warmer area
Consult physician
3. FROSTNIP
Symptom:
Skin turns white
Treatment:
Remove to warmer area
Refer to treatment for frostbite
4. ACROCYANOSIS
Symptom
Hands & feet are cold, blue, and sweaty
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Treatment:
Remove to warmer area
Loosen tight clothing
Consult physician
5. TRENCH FOOT
Symptoms:
Edema (swelling) of the foot
Tingling, itching
Severe pain
Blistering
Treatment:
Remove to warmer area
Refer to frostbite treatment
Consult physician
6. RAYNAUD'S DISEASE
Symptoms:
Fingers turn white and stiff
Intermittent blanching and reddening of the fingers and toes
Affected area tingles and becomes very red or reddish purple
Treatment:
Remove to warmer area
Consult physician
PREVENTING COLD STRESS
Reduce manual work loads
Prevent dehydration
Provide warm locations for breaks
Provide wind breaks & shelters
Schedule coldest work for the warmest part of the day
Move work to warmer areas whenever possible
Assign extra workers to highly demanding tasks
Relief workers available for workers needing a break
Enforce the BUDDY SYSTEM
Minimize sitting/standing still for long periods
Older workers need to be extra careful in the cold
Sufficient sleep and good nutrition are important for maintaining a high level of
tolerance to cold
Provide appropriate PROTECTIVE CLOTHING/EQUIPMENT. See Appendix C
of the site safety program for more details
PRIORITY CLOTHING includes protection of FEET, HANDS, HEAD, and FACE.
Keeping the head covered is important because as much as 40% of body heat can be
lost when the head is exposed.
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ENSEMBLES FOR WORK WHEN WATER IMMERSION MAY OCCUR.
Flotation (personal or throwable devices)
Air trapped between layers of clothing will
provide buoyancy and heat insulation, but Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)
offer the best chance for survival in cold water. Type III PFDs include float coats and
mustang suits which provide floatation and thermal protection.
Preposition throwable floatation devices in boats or work areas near water.
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ATTACHMENT 5B: COLD STRESS CONSIDERATIONS (LONG FORM)
Frostbite and hypothermia are the two major hazards of working in cold temperatures.
A cold environment can reduce the temperature of the body and cause shivering,
reduced mental alertness, and sometimes loss of consciousness. However, a healthy
worker who is properly protected and takes reasonable precautions can function
efficiently and safely in cold environments.
FACTORS AFFECTING COLD EXPOSURES.
1. Important factors contributing to cold injury:
Exposure to humidity and high winds
Contact with moisture or metal
Inadequate clothing
Age
General health.
Physical conditions that worsen the effects include:
Fatigue
Allergies
Vascular disease
Smoking
Drinking
Certain specific drugs or medicines
2. If someone becomes fatigued during physical activity, they will be more susceptible
to heat loss. As exhaustion approaches, the body's ability to contract the blood vessels
diminishes; blood circulation occurs closer to the skin; and rapid loss of heat begins.
Sedative drugs and alcohol increase the risk of hypothermia by dilating the blood
vessels near the skin which increases heat loss and lowers body temperature.
3. The actual effects of a cold environment on the body also depend upon how well the
skin is protected. An insulating barrier affects the rate of heat loss from by radiation,
convection, conduction, and evaporation.
4. Environmental factors include wind and humidity, as well as temperature. The faster
the air movement, the greater the effects of cold exposure.
HYPOTHERMIA. Cold injury can be localized or generalized. Frostbite, frostnip, or
chilblain are examples of localized injuries. Hypothermia is a generalized (threatening
the whole body) cold injury which can be life threatening.
Hypothermia is an abnormally low body temperature caused by exposure to cold in air
or in water. Hypothermia results as the body looses heat faster than it can produce it.
Air temperature alone is not enough to judge the cold hazard of a particular
environment. Hypothermia cases often develop in air temperatures between 30-50
degrees Fahrenheit. When you figure in such factors as wind chill, the effective
temperature can be significantly lower.
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Pain in the extremities may be the first warning of dangerous exposure to cold. Severe
shivering must be taken as a sign of danger requiring removal from the cold exposure.
Early warnings of hypothermia are uncontrollable shivering and the sensation of cold;
the heartbeat slows and sometimes becomes irregular, the pulse weakens, and the
blood pressure changes. Fits of shivering, vague or slurred speech, memory lapses,
incoherence, or drowsiness are some symptoms which may occur. Other symptoms
which may be seen before unconsciousness are cool skin, slow, irregular breathing, low
blood pressure, apparent exhaustion, and inability to get up after a rest.
HANDLING COLD STRESS AND HYPOTHERMIA VICTIMS
1. A worker should go immediately to a warming shelter if any of the following
symptoms occur:
Pain in the extremities (or frostnip)
Onset of heavy shivering
Excessive fatigue
Drowsiness
Euphoria
A litter should be used if possible for all but the mildest cases.
The main objective in handling potential cases of hypothermia is rewarming the body
core evenly and without delay. HOWEVER, doing it TOO RAPIDLY can disrupt body
functions such as circulation. The outer layer of clothing should be removed when
entering a warm shelter. The remaining clothing should be loosened to permit sweat to
evaporate. Alcohol should not be consumed.
Anyone on medications such as blood pressure control or water pills should consult a
physician about possible side effects of cold stress.
If medical help is not immediately available:
Keep the person quiet, but keep them awake, if possible
Avoid unnecessary movement
If it's necessary to move a hypothermia victim, use a litter - the exertion of
walking could aggravate circulation problems.
In a case of mild hypothermia where the person is conscious, the body may be
packed with heat packs or warm towels at the neck, groin, and armpits.
As the extremities begin to recover warmth give conscious victims sweet, warm
drinks. AVOID caffeine or alcoholic drinks. Don't rewarm the core and the extremities
at the same time. The sudden return of the cool blood pooled in the extremities to the
heart can cause shock.
WATER IMMERSION VICTIMS. Flotation is the most important factor in water
immersion survival, but may not be available if not provided in advance (see protective
clothing notes below).
It is especially important to keep your head dry.
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Avoid thrashing about ana assume the HELP position (Heat Escape Lessening
Posture) by crossing wrists over chest and drawing knees close to your chest to avoid
losing body heat. By using the HELP position, the head, neck, armpit, and groin areas
are protected which are all high heat loss areas.
If others are in the water with you, huddle together to reduce heat loss, aid in
rescue, and boost morale.
HYPOTHERMIA SUMMARY:
SYMPTOMS
Pain in the extremities
Uncontrollable shivering
Reduced body core temperature
Cool skin
Rigid muscles
Slowed heart rate
Weakened pulse
Low blood pressure
Slow irregular breathing
Memory lapses
Slow slurred speech
Drowsiness
Incoherence
Uncoordination
Diminished dexterity and judgment
Possible Causes
Exposure to low air temperatures
Exposure to high winds
Water immersion
Inadequate clothing
Allergies
Recent alcohol consumption
Smoking
Prescription medications
Exhaustion
Dehydration
Treatment
Remove person from wind, snow, rain
Minimize use of energy by person - Keep person awake
Remove wet clothing
Get person into dry clothing
Wrap blanket around the person
Pack neck, groin, armpits with warm towels
Don't rewarm extremities and core at the same time
Give sweet warm drinks to conscious person
Remove person to medical facility
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THER COLD STRESS INJURIES:
FROSTBITE
Symptoms
Whitened areas on skin
Burning sensation at first
Blistering
Affected part cold, numb, and tingling
Possible Causes
Exposure to cold
Age (very young or old)
Underlying disease
Treatment
Cover the frozen part
Provide extra clothing and blankets
Bring person indoors
Place the part in warm water or rewarm with warm packs
If no water is available, wrap gently in a sheet and blanket or place frostbitten
fingers under armpits
Discontinue warming when the affected part becomes flushed and swollen
Exercise part after rewarming but do not allow the person to walk after the
affected part thaws
Give sweet warm fluids to conscious person
If feet are affected, put on dry socks over-footwear
If cheeks are affected, cover cheeks with warm hands
Do not rub the part with anything
Do not use heat lamp
Do not use hot water bottles
Do not place part near hot stove
Do not break blisters
Obtain medical assistance ASAP
CHILBLAIN
Symptoms
Recurrent localized itching, swelling, and painful inflammation of the fingers,
toes, or ears
Severe spasms
Possible Causes
Inadequate clothing
Exposure to cold and moisture
Underlying disease
Treatment
Remove to warmer area
Consult physician
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FROSTNIP
Symptoms
Skin turns white
Possible Causes
Exposure to cold
Treatment
Remove to warmer area (treat for frostbite)
ACROCYANOSIS
Symptoms
Hands and feet are cold, blue, and sweaty
Possible Causes
Exposure to cold
Inadequate clothing
Underlying disease
Treatment
Remove to warmer area
Loosen tight clothing
Consult physician
TRENCH FOOT
Symptoms
Edema (swelling) of the foot
Tingling, itching
Severe pain
Blistering
Possible Causes
Exposure to cold and dampness
T reatment
Remove to warmer area
Refer to frostbite treatment - Consult physician
RAYNAUD'S DISEASE
Symptoms
Fingers turn white and stiff
Intermittent blanching and reddening of the fingers and toes
Affected area tingles and becomes very red or reddish purple
Possible Causes
Exposure to low air temperature and high winds
Inadequate clothing
Underlying disease
Treatment
Remove to warmer area
Consult physician
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EVALUATING COLD EXPOSURE HAZARDS
A. Common sense will dictate how much clothing to wear and when to get into a
warm area in most cases. However, some work environments require more complex
evaluation.
B. Evaluating a work environment to determine the degree of cold stress involves
measuring air temperature, wind speed, and the amount of energy expended by the
worker.
C. Air temperature can be measured by an ordinary bulb thermometer. Wind speed
can be measured in a variety of ways but can also be estimated as follows:
5 mph - light flag moves
10 mph - light flag fully extended
15 mph - raises newspaper sheet
20 mph - blowing and drifting snow
D. Table 2 in the Cold Stress section of the latest edition of the American
Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) TLV booklet estimates
effective temperature using actual temperature and wind speed. This booklet also
provides additional guidelines for controlling cold exposure hazards.
PREVENTING COLD STRESS
A. REDUCE MANUAL WORK LOAD. When cold stress is a concern, personnel
exposures should be reduced by eliminating manual operations as much as possible.
Power tools, hoists, cranes, or lifting aids should be used to reduce the metabolic work
load and to reduce the duration of human exposure. Fatigue is also a compounding
stress factor.
B. DEHYDRATION. Working in cold areas causes high water losses through the
skin and lungs, because of the dryness of the air. Increased fluid intake is essential to
prevent dehydration. Warm, sweet, caffeine-free, non-alcoholic drinks and soups
should be available at the work site for fluid replacement and caloric energy.
C. WARM LOCATIONS FOR BREAKS. For outdoor work such as beach cleaning,
where it will be difficult to warm the work area, it is particularly important to provide
frequent breaks in a warm location. These locations should also be stocked with warm
fluids to help warming and prevent dehydration. Workers should be encouraged to take
frequent breaks in warm shelters at temperatures below 20 degrees F. A work-rest
schedule should be implemented using Table 3 in the Cold Stress section of the latest
edition of the ACGIH TLV booklet for guidance.
Providing movable spot heaters close to the work area can also be effective, and can
also prevent secondary hazards from carbon monoxide when workers attempt to warm
themselves near running engines. If fine worMsJo be performed with bare hands,
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special provisions should be made to keep the worker's hands warm using such things
as warm air jets, radiant heaters, or contact warm plates can be used.
D. INDOOR/OUTDOOR WIND BREAKS & SHELTER. The work area should be
shielded if the air velocity at the job site is increased by wind, drafts, or ventilating
equipment. For example, bird/mammal rehabilitation may be conducted in large
warehouse type buildings where heating may be difficult. Wet work stations (such as
washing or drying stations) should be enclosed by barriers to reduce drafts.
E. SCHEDULING AND TASK MANAGEMENT. Schedule the coldest work for the
warmest part of the day. Move work to warmer areas whenever possible. Assign extra
workers to highly demanding tasks. Make relief workers available for workers who
need a break. The BUDDY SYSTEM is required for all waste site operations. This is
particularly important when working in stressful environments. Minimize sitting still or
standing around for long periods. Older workers need to be extra careful in the cold.
Additional insulating clothing and reduced exposure time should be considered for
these workers. Sufficient sleep and good nutrition are important for maintaining a high
level of tolerance to cold.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING/EQUIPMENT
1. General Considerations:
35 F. Workers exposed to air temperatures of 35 degrees or lower who become
immersed in water or whose clothing gets wet should be given dry clothing immediately
and treated for hypothermia.
30 F. At temperatures below 30 degrees, metal handles of tools should be
covered with thermal insulating material. Unprotected metal chair seats should not be
used.
-25 F. In addition to the common sense approach of providing adequate warm
clothing; continuous exposure of skin should not be permitted when the wind chill factor
results in an equivalent temperature of -25 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. INSULATION:
It is essential to preserve the air space between the body and the outer layer of clothing
to retain body heat. The more air pockets each layer of clothing has the better the
insulation.
a. Outer layer should be windproof and waterproof. Wool, for example, is a very
useful insulator for undergarments but looses much of its insulating value as an outer
garment. These outer layers should not prevent sweat evaporation.
b. Dirty or greasy clothing loses much of its insulative value. Air pockets are
crushed or filled, and heat can escape more easily.
c. Denim is not a good protective fabric. It is relatively loosely woven allowing
moisture to enter, and this also allows body heat to escape.
d. Any interference with the circulation of blood reduces the amount of heat
delivered to the extremities. All clothing should be loosely worn and unrestrictive.
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3. CHEMICAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING (CPC) CONSIDERATIONS. While CPC
is important for protecting personnel from hazardous exposures, it is important to
remember that CPC ensembles have undesirable, as well as desirable impacts on the
cold stress on personnel.
a. UNDESIRABLE EFFECTS. The desired insulating effect of clothing is negated
if clothing interferes with the evaporation of sweat from the trunk of the body, or when
the skin or clothing is wet. CPC ensembles typically interfere with the evaporation of
sweat. Protective clothing (for cold or chemical protection) also add to the
wc. kload/fatigue of workers. When cold stress is a concern, care should be exercised
in selecting ensembles which contribute to cold stress without meaningful chemical
exposure protection. This is particularly true for those parts of the ensemble protecting
the trunk of the body.
b. DESIRABLE. Liquids conduct heat better than air and have a greater capacity
for heat than air. For example, a spill of cold gasoline on skin can freeze the tissue
very quickly. Chemical resistant gloves, such as neoprene with cotton inserts, should be
worn to prevent this localized cold stress.
4. PRIORITY CLOTHING. The most important parts of the body to protect are the
FEET, HANDS, HEAD, and FACE. Keeping the head covered is important because as
much as 40% of body heat can be lost when the head is exposed.
5. ENSEMBLE OPTIONS. The following itemgjshould be considered for addition to
worker ensembles in cold environments:
A cotton T-shirt and shorts under two-piece cotton and wool thermal underwear.
Two-piece long underwear is preferred because the top can be removed and put back
on as needed.
Socks with high wool content. Use thin inner socks and thick outer socks. If
cold, wet feet are a concern the socks should be changed during the mid-shift break.
Wool or thermal trousers (lap trousers over boot tops to keep out snow or water).
Felt-lined, rubber-bottomed, leather-topped boots, with a removable insole (for
heavy work). Or, with chemical protective boots, air insole cushions and felt liners
(steel toes/shank boots should be avoided unless needed for specific safety concerns).
Wool shirt or sweater over a cotton shirt.
Wool knit cap (watch cap), or (if hard hats are required) specially made hard hat
liners.
Face mask or scarf (vital when working in cold wind). NOTE: Face protectors
must be periodically removed so the worker can be checked for signs of frostbite.
Double-layered goggles with foam padding around the edges (extremely cold
environments).
Insulated gloves. 60 degrees F, or lower, for sedentary work, 40 degrees F, or
lower, for light work, and 20 degrees F, or lower, for moderate work. 0 degrees F, or
lower, wool mittens should be used instead of gloves.
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6. ENSEMBLES FOR WORK WHEN WATER IMMERSION MAY OCCUR
a. Flotation (personal or throwable devices) are extremely important to avoid
unnecessary swimming which will increase the rate of body heat loss.
b. Air trapped between layers of clothing will provide buoyancy and heat insulation,
but Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) offer the best chance for survival in cold water.
Type III PFDs include float coats and mustang suits which provide floatation and
thermal protection.
c. Preposition throwable floatation devices in boats or work areas near water.
7. SELECTION OF MATERIALS:
Material
Advantages
Disadvantages
Wear in
Wool
Stretches without
Heavy weight
Layer 1-3
damage; Insulates
Absorbs moisture
well when wet
Skin irritant
Cotton
Comfortable
Absorbs moisture
Layer 1-2
Lightweight
Silk
Lightweight
Expensive; Does
Layer 1
Durable
not transfer
Good insulator
moisture well
Washes well
Nylon
Lightweight
Impervious to
Layer 3
Durable
perspiration
Wind resistant
Flammable
Water resistant
Down
Lightweight
Expensive
Layer 2-3
Durable
Hard to dry
Good insulator
Poor insulator
when dry
when wet
Polyester
Does not absorb
Heavier than down
Layer 2-3
moisture (insulates
Does not compress
even when wet)
as well as down
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ATTACHMENT 6: SANITATION REQUIREMENTS
A. Potable water. Adequate potable water or other drinking fluids shall be
maintained throughout the site. Containers for drinking fluids shall be capable of being
tightly closed, and equipped with a tap. Containers must also be labeled so that the
contents are not accidentally used for other purposes. Where single-service cups are
supplied, the unused cups shall be maintained in a sanitary containers and a separate
disposal container provided for used cups.
B. Nonpotable water. Water intended for uses other than drinking or washing shall
be identified so that it is not accidentally used for drinking, washing, or cooking. There
shall be no cross-connection of potable and nonpotable water supplies.
C. Toilet facilities. Toilet facilities shall be provided at a minimum in accordance
with Table H-120.2 (Toilet Facilities) of 29 CFR 1910.120(n) or WAC 296-62-Part P.
20 or fewer people: 1 facility
20-200 people: 1 toilet seat, and 1 urinal per 40 persons
more than 200 people: 1 toilet seat, and 1 urinal per 50 persons
1. Toilets shall be provided such that they are readily accessible from all work
areas. Mobile crews with ready access to toilet facilities using their own transportation
do not need toilet facilities located at their temporary work sites.
2. Sewage shall be handled in accordance _with local health codes using one of the
following means:
Sanitary sewer
Chemical toilets
Recalculating toilets
Combustion toilets
Flush toilets.
D. Food handling shall be conducted in accordance with the requirements of local
jurisdiction.
E. Washing Facilities. Washing facilities shall be readily accessible by all
employees. In addition to sanitary cleaning, these facilities shall be so equipped that
they can be used to remove oily residues from the skin. Washing facilities shall be
maintained free of contaminants above exposure limits, and as free as practical from
oily residues.
F. Showers. For operations lasting more than 6 months, showers and changing
rooms must be provided in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.120(n)(7); and
29 CFR 1910.141(d)(3) and 1910.141(e) or WAC 296-62-Part P.
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ATTACHMENT 7: CONFINED SPACE ENTRY CHECKLIST
These are strictly guidelines for use by field personnel based on NIOSH pub 87-113 "A
Guide to Safety in Confined Spaces"; and NFPA-306 Control of Gas Hazards on
Vessels.
ENTRY:
SAT/UNSAT (if not applicable mark "N/A" in SAT column)
/ IS ENTRY NECESSARY?
Checklist items on this list completed by:
Date: ; Time: ; Signature:
TESTING:
SAT/UNSAT(if not applicable mark MNA" in SAT column)
__/__ Instruments calibrated?
I Oxygen must be greater than 19.5% and less than 21.0% (There should
be
no unexplained deflection from the calibrated setting for ambient air, typically 20.9%
outside of normal instrument variability.)? Atmospheres less than 19.5% should be
treated as an IDLH atmosphere for purposes of respiratory protection selection.
Atmospheres greater than 21% should be treated as a flammable atmosphere hazard
(enhances flammability of other materials).
/ Combustible atmospheres-where flammable/combustible gases and
vapors may be present-must be less than 10% of the LEL (Lower Explosive Limit)
(There should be no unexplained deflection from the calibrated zero setting without
assessment of potential toxic hazards associated with the atmosphere).
/ Toxic hazards (per NFPA 306 concentrations should not exceed TWA
exposure limits such as OSHA PEL, ACGIH TLV, or NIOSH REL). If exposure limits
are exceeded, consider additional engineering controls such as ventilation or cleaning.
If other controls are not effective/ feasible, appropriate respiratory protection should be
used above exposure limits. Toxic hazards evaluated:
HAZARD: Results:
HAZARD: Results:
HAZARD: Results:
HAZARD: Results:
I Gas sources in or adjacent to the confined space has been inspected and
adequately isolated (gas sources all present a potential for sudden changes in
atmospheric conditions such as oxygen displacement, fires/ explosions, or acute toxic
atmospheres-continuous monitoring for oxygen deficiency and explosive atmospheres
should be considered along with emergency escape respiratory protection)? The
following were present:
o Compressed gases
o Liquefied gases
o Welding hoses
o Inerting systems — including dry ice (C02)
o OTHER:
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Checklist items on this list completed by:
Date: ; Time: ; Signature:
MONITORING. When considering monitoring requirements, personnel should consider
such things as the potential for sudden changes in atmospheric conditions (e.g., gas
sources in or adjacent to the confined space); and environmental or work activities
which may change conditions over time (e.g., hot sunny weather increases vapor
generation; welding/cutting/painting/curing consume oxygen; and internal combustion
engines consume oxygen and produce oxygen displacing gases).
SAT/UNSAT(if not applicable mark "NA" in SAT column)
/ Appropriate monitoring is established as follows?
o LEL:
o continuous
o as directed by safety supervisor
o daily or when safety supervisor changes watch
o every hour(s)
o OXYGEN:
o continuous
o as directed by safety supervisor
o daily or when safety supervisor changes watch
o every hour(s)
o OTHER HAZARD:
MONITORING EQUIPMENT:
o continuous,
o as directed by safety supervisor,
o daily or when safety super, changes watch
o every hour(s)
Checklist items on this list completed by:
Date: ; Time: ; Signature:
CLEANING:
SAT/UNSAT (if not applicable mark "NA" in SAT column)
Space has been cleaned prior to entry?
/ If steam, or hot water cleaning systems were used, adequate cooling time
has been provided?
Checklist items on this list completed by:
Date: ; Time: ; Signature:
VENTILATION:
SAT/UNSAT(if not applicable mark "NA" in SAT column)
/ Adequate ventilation has been established as follows:
o Air changes prior to entry (minutes: )
o Continuous ventilation during entry, Location/type/ducts (diagram & description):
o Source of air being blown into space is free of hazards?
/ Contaminated air is exhausted into a safe location?
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ISOLATION OF OTHER HAZARDS:
/ Other systems and hazards have been adequately been isolated?
/ Electrical systems locked out and tagged?
/ Mechanical equipment and hazards blocked, chocked, and/or disengaged
where necessary?
Lines under pressure, or containing chemical products, have been
blanked and bled off?
Checklist items on this list completed by:
Date: ; Time: ; Signature:
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING/EQUIPMENT:
SAT/UNSAT (if not applicable mark "NA" in SAT column)
/ Equipment for entry team
o PPE ensemble (see attached PPE ensemble sheet),
o Rescue/retrieval
o Harness o Other:
o Comms/signaling:
o Spark-proof tools:
o OTHER:
I Equipment for rescue personnel
o PPE ensemble (see attached PPE ensemble sheet).
o Rescue/retrieval:
o Retrieval Tripod o Other:
o Comms/signaling:
o PPE/Respiratory:
o OTHER:
Checklist items on this list completed by:
Date: ; Time: ; Signature:
TRAINING/QUALIFICATIONS:
SAT/UNSAT(if not applicable mark "NA" in SAT column)
/ Confined space hazards and safe work practices (ALL)
/ Use of respirators (ALL)
/ CPR, first aid, emergency entry/rescue (RESCUE) '
(one member not entering space)
/ Confined space plan briefing (ALL)
/ Work plan (ALL)
Checklist items on this list completed by:
Date: ; Time: ; Signature:
STANDBY and RESCUE PERSONNEL:
SAT/UNSAT (if not applicable mark "NA" in SAT column)
/ Personnel in addition to entry and rescue teams:
o Supervisor:
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o Safety Supervisor:
/ Standby to maintain contact by:
o Visual
o Radio
o Line/rope o Other:
Rescue procedures:
o Notify safety supervisor of problem
o Test for combustible gas and oxygen prior to rescue
o Enter using SCBA
o Enter using harness and retrieval line
o OTHER:
Checklist items on this list completed by:
Date: ; Time: ; Signature:
CONFINED SPACE ENTRY PERMIT
SAT/UNSAT(if not applicable mark "NA" in SAT column)
I Marine chemist certificate, CG-4908A and 4908B (from COMDTINST
5100.48), or equivalent issued.
/ Emergency phone numbers (see site safety plan-also available on
scene).
Checklist items on this list completed by:
Date: ; Time: ; Signature:
INITIAL TESTING AND PERMIT
(see attached checklists)
CONFINED / HAZARDOUS SPACE ENTRY AUTHORIZED: YES / NO
HOTWORK AUTHORIZED: YES / NO
LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF SPACE:
DATE: TIME: PERMIT EXPIRES:
ENTRY TEAM SUPERVISOR: (see attached checklist) •
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS MET (see also checklist pages 1 through 5)
LOCK-OUT YES/NO/N/A
DE-ENERGIZE YES / NO / N/A
LINES BROKEN, CAPPED/BLANKED YES / NO / N/A
PURGE, FLUSH & VENT YES / NO / N/A
VENTILATION YES / NO / N/A
SECURE AREA YES / NO / N/A
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION ADEQUATE YES / NO / N/A
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT ADEQUATE YES / NO / N/A
ESCAPE/RESCUE ADEQUATE YES / NO / N/A
FIRE SUPPRESSION EQUIPMENT YES / NO / N/A
LIGHTING YES/NO/NA
"""~PRE-ENTRY TESTS AND MONITORING FOLLOW UP TESTING*""
""*"(see also monitoring requirements above):****"*
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FOLLOW U
P TESTS — Initial
Test
Limit
Results
Dt/time
Dt/time
Dt/time
Dt/time
%02
|>19.5%_<21%
%LEL
<10% / ND
CO
50 ppm
C02
1000 ppm
THC
TAH
H2S
10 ppm
BNZ
1 ppm
#1
#2
#3
02 = oxygen, LEL = lower explosive limit, CO = carbon monoxide,
C02 = carbon dioxide, THC = total hydrocarbons, TAH = total aromatic hydrocarbons,
H2S = hydrogen sulfide, BNZ = Benzene, ND = no deflection
#1 = ; #2 = ; #3 =
Checklist items on this list completed by:
Date: ; Time: ; Signature:
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ATTACHMENT 8: SAFE WORK PRACTICES FOR LIFTING
o Drum and container handling procedures and spill containment plans are provided as
attachment 24.
Use available machinery and lift aiding equipment before lifting heavy loads
manually.
Have someone help you with a heavy load (even a load within personal capacity
can cause back injury). Use team work for numerous small loads (e.g., stock piles of
trash bags full of oily debris). Do not rush the work.
Use of Chemical Protective Ensembles will restrict movement and visibility. Use
extra care while lifting in these ensembles.
Position feet properly. Of greatest importance here is to simply maintain balance
and avoid twisting motions while lifting. Feet should not be close together. The feet
should be close to the load to help keep the body close to the center of gravity. One
foot should be positioned in the direction the load will be moved to avoid twisting or
turning of the back during the lift. Turn using your feet and not by twisting the back.
Before and during the lift pull the load close to you to keep the center of gravity
over your feet.
Check your grip and test the weight of the load before lifting.
The back should be straight when starting the lift and the knees should be doing
the bending. This will help to ensure that much of the lifting is done with the legs. To
help keep the back straight the chin should be tucked in and head kept up.
Keep the stomach muscles tight while lifting. Keep your back straight during the
lift and avoid twisting motions in particular.
Move slowly and deliberately.
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ATTACHMENT 9: SIMPLIFIED WORK PLAN
Page of ; Revision date: ; Revision time:
This form should be used to quickly document plans during the initial phases of
emergency/post-emergency response operations, or as a means to readily modify
general plans provided in the Comprehensive Work Plan.
A. ENTRY OBJECTIVES:
1.
2.
3.
B. CHEMICAL HAZARD EVALUATION FOR OPERATION:
o Latest Monitoring Sheet(s) provided as attachment .
Hazard Primary hazard(s)
(chemical name) and special notes: Info sheet attached:
1. o Generic info sheet
o RIDS o CHRIS, o TOMES
o CHEMTOX, o MSDS o Other,
2. o Generic info sheet
o RIDS o CHRIS, o TOMES
o CHEMTOX, o MSDS o Other_
3. o Generic info sheet
o RIDS o CHRIS, o TOMES
o CHEMTOX, o MSDS o Other_
4. o Generic info sheet
o RIDS o CHRIS, o TOMES
o CHEMTOX, o MSDS o Other
C. Decon considerations and special procedures:
o Decon layout provided as attachment 11 A.
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ATTACHMENT 10: MONITORING DATA SHEET
DATE:
TIME:
PERSON COLLECTING DATA:
INSTRUMENT: RESULT:
Combustible gas
Oxygen
HNU ~
OVA ~
WBGT/heat stress
Noise
Radiation
Teletemp
Chemical specific
(colorimetric tubes/meters)
Weather data:
Wind SPEED:
Wind DIRECTION:
Temperature AIR:
Temperature WATER:
Barometric PRESSURE:
Cloud cover:
o Clear o Partly Cloudy o Mostly Cloudy o Cloudy
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ATTACHMENT 11A DECON LAYOUT
EQUIPMENT NEEDED (LEVEL A/B)
STATION 1: EQUIPMENT DROP / OUTER GLOVE WASH & RINSE:
o Folding table
o Small plastic tub with scrub brush, filled with soapy water (outer glove wash)
o Small plastic tub filled with water (outer glove rinse)
o Chem wipes, spray bottle, paper towels
(equipment decon, at equipment drop)
o OTHER:
STATION 2: OUTER BOOT WASH/RINSE:
o 2'x 3' plastic tub, with boot brush assembly and scrub brush, filled with soapy water
(outer boot wash)
o 2'x 3' plastic tub filled with water (outer boot rinse)
o OTHER:
STATION 3: PROTECTIVE SUIT WASH/RINSE:
o Deluge shower with fittings or:
o Outer suit wash:
o 2'x 3' plastic tub partly filled with soapy water
o Bucket with scrub brush, filled with soapy water
o Pressure sprayer filled with soapy water,
o Outer suit rinse:
o 2'x 3' plastic tub partly filled with water
o Pressure sprayer filled with water
o OTHER:
STATION 4: OUTER BOOT/GLOVE REMOVAL:
o Garbage can
o OTHER:
STATION 5.a: BOTTLE CHANGE/SCBA REMOVAL STATION:
o Stool
o Spare SCBA bottles
o Spare outer gloves & boots/booties
STATION 5.b: GLOVE/BOOT/BOOTIE REMOVAL:
o garbage can
STATION 6: MASK WASH STATION:
o Folding table
o Two-compartment plastic tub (or two small plastic tubs), one half filled with
cleaner/sanitizer solution & scrub brush, the other half filled with water
o OTHER:
STATION 7: MEDICAL MONITORING STATION:
o Stool
o Medical monitoring equipment
o OTHER:
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Attachment 11 A: DECON Layout Page 2
Physical Layout (Level A/B)
HOT ZONE
R
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STATION 1
Equipment Drop
& Outer Glove
Wash & Rinse
STATION 4
Outer Boot &
Glove Removal
Trash Can
Stool
WARM ZONE
WARM ZONE
STATION 2
Outer Boot
Wash & Rinse
STATION 3
Protective Suit
Wash & Rinse
STATION 5a
Bottle Change
or SCBA Removal
Trash Can
STATION 5b
Inner Glove
Boot/Bootie
Inner Suit Removal
STATION 6
Mask Washing
& Sanitizing
Stool
COLD ZONE
STATION 7
Medical
Monitoring
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ATTACHMENT 11B: DECONTAMINATION OF OIL SPILL PPE
Personnel with contaminated clothing and equipment shall leave the Work Area by
following the check marked decon procedures:
o Wipe off or clean oily equipment and PPE clothing.
o Inspect PPE clothing for rips or other damage. Inspect the inside of PPE clothing for
signs of oil penetration. Discard PPE if it is damaged or oil is observed on the inside of
the PPE.
o Store oily equipment in contaminated equipment storage,
o Store oily PPE clothing in labeled lockers,
o Discard oily articles in appropriate trash bins,
o Remove, clean, and inspect respirators,
o Store cleaned respirators in respirator storage,
o Place cloth coveralls in laundry basket or discard if excessively dirty
o Wash face and hands with soap and water.
Check marked equipment will be used for decontamination areas:
o Decon shelter
o Banner tape for setting off "Contamination Reduction Zone" or "Warm Zone"
o Placards and markers for setting off "Contamination Reduction Zone" or "Warm Zone"
o Saw horses, wood stakes, hammers, and nails
o Area for new/clean equipment storage
o Area for new PPE storage
o Area for clean cloth coverall storage
o Hangers for oily PPE clothing
o lockable storage for street clothing
o Waterless soap
o Soapy water for respirators
o Sterilizing solution for respirators
o Plain water for respirators
o Clean plastic bags for respirator storage
o Towels and/or paper towels
o Sorbent pads
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o Cleaning rags
o Lined bins for oily debris
o Trash cans and trash bags for other debris/garbage
o
o
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ATTACHMENT 12: LOG/RECORD OF BRIEFINGS
This log is to be used by field supervisor (or there delegated rep) to document the
following types of briefings/debriefings: entry plan, exit, end-of-shift, start-of-shift, work
plan (or changes), and site safety plan (or changes).
PRESENTED PURPOSE
BY: (circle appropriate entry): DATE:TIME:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
entry/exit/end-shift/start-shift/
work plan/safety plan/other:
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ATTACHMENT 13: PPE ENSEMBLE DESCRIPTIONS
OPERATION FOR WHICH THIS LEVEL A ENSEMBLE APPLIES:
o ENCAPSULATING SUIT
o Chemrel Max
o Chem Fab Challenger 6000
o
o inn::r gloves
o Nitrile
o
o OUTER GLOVES
o Silvershield
o Solvex
o Ansol
o Fireball
o
o OUTER SAFETY BOOTS
o Neoprene
o Outer booties
o
o SCBA
o MSA 4500
o Nose cup
o
o HARD HAT
o STEELE VEST
o EEBA
o SEE ALSO LEVEL D ENSEMBLE FOR ROUTINE COLD ZONE WORK/REST
o
o
OPERATION FOR WHICH THIS LEVEL B ENSEMBLE APPLIES:
o SPLASH SUIT
o Tyvek
o Saranex
o
o INNER GLOVES
o Nitrile
o
o OUTER GLOVES
o Silvershield
o Solvex
o Ansol
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o Fireball
o
o OUTER SAFETY BOOTS
o Neoprene
o Outer booties
o
o SCBA
o MSA 4500
o Nose cup
o HARD HAT
o STEELE VEST
o EEBA
o SEE ALSO LEVEL D ENSEMBLE FOR ROUTINE COLD ZONE WORK/REST
o
o
OPERATION FOR WHICH THIS LEVEL C ENSEMBLE APPLIES:
o SPLASH SUIT
o Tyvek
o Saranex
o
o INNER GLOVES
o Nitrile
o
o OUTER GLOVES
o Silvershield
o Solvex
o Ansol
o Fireball
o
o OUTER SAFETY BOOTS
o Neoprene
o Outer booties
o
o FULL-FACE AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATOR
o Cartridges:__
o Nose cup
o
o HARD HAT
o EEBA
o SEE ALSO LEVEL D ENSEMBLE FOR ROUTINE COLD ZONE WORK/REST
o
o
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OPERATION FOR WHICH THIS LEVEL D ENSEMBLE APPLIES:
o Cloth coveralls
OPTION: o Long/o Short sleeved coveralls
OPTION: Street clothing may be worn by personnel not exposed to splashing liquids or
oily equipment.
o Resistant (see note 2) steel toe/shank safety boots with textured bottoms
OPTION: hip high boots (e.g., designated snake areas) OPTION: deck shoes with
textured soles (e.g., boat ops)
o Resistant gloves (as needed)
OPTION: leather gloves (if no contact with oil)
o Hard hat (all personnel in designated areas)
o Safety glasses (as required by Site Safety Officer) OPTION: with tinted lenses (as
required for sunlight)
o PFD (all personnel on or near water)
o Full-face/o half-mask respirator with:
o Organic vapor cartridge (benzene)
o OTHER: . See NOTE 3 below.
o EEBA
o Quart bottle to carry fluids (during heat stress alerts)
o Hearing protection (in noisy areas)
o Insect repellent (in designated mosquito/tick areas)
o Sunscreen (as needed for sunlight)
o Whistle (in designated areas)
NOTES:
1) "AS NEEDED" means to use when and in such a way so as to prevent significant
skin contact with oil.
2) "RUBBERY'RESISTANT" means chemical resistant material which resists oil
penetrating to the skin or cloth garments underneath. Neoprene is a common material
which is resistant to many oils.
3) Respiratory protection is used in this ensemble as a safe work practice while
working around carcinogens in order to keep low exposures as low as reasonably
attainable. For spill response involving oils that may still contain benzene in particular
this may be used while working in close proximity to spilled product until benzene has
weathered away (typically the first day).
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ATTACHMENT 14: SAFE WORK PRACTICES FOR HELICOPTERS.
Regulations regarding the use of helicopters can be found in 29 CFR 1910.183.
BASIC SAFE WORK PRACTICES FOR ALL PASSENGERS/GROUND CREWS:
A. Passengers should receive a safety briefing from helicopter operators including
safety features and equipment, their location on the individual aircraft, water landing
procedures when appropriate, and emergency information cards before taking off.
B. Passengers or ground crewmembers approaching helicopters shall stay in a
crouched position, and shall be in clear view of the pilot while approaching or departing
a helicopter.
C. Passengers and ground crew should approach/depart from the FRONT of the
helicopter ONLY when signaled by the pilot; and should NEVER walk under or around
the tail.
D. Loose fitting clothing, hats, hard hats, or other gear which might be caught in
rotor down wash must be secured or removed within 100 feet of operating helicopters.
E. Passengers shall maintain a distance of 50 feet from helicopters while rotors are
turning. Ground crew should also maintain this distance unless specific work practices
are developed for closer work.
F. Passengers shall wear seat belts at all times.
G. Passengers and ground crew shall wear hearing protection (including
communications headsets, or helmets) at all times around operating helicopters.
H. Passengers shall generally assist the pilot in watching for other traffic or ground
obstacles as directed by the pilot.
I. During emergency landings in water:
1. Do not exit until rotor blades stop turning or pilot signals all clear.
2. Do not inflate life preservers until outside of the helicopter.
SAFE WORK PRACTICES FOR CARGO HANDLING ARE FOUND IN
29 CFR 1910.183 AND INCLUDE:
A. Use proper slings and tag lines in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.183(c) and
1910.184.
B. Testing and use of cargo hooks and electrically operated cargo hooks shall be
performed in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.183(d) and (I).
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C. Static charge on suspended loads shall be dissipated with a grounding device
before ground crew touch the suspended load unless protective rubber gloves are
being worn.
D. External loads shall not be lifted unless determined to be within the helicopter
manufacturer's recommended rating.
E. Communications shall be maintained in accordance with ?9 CFR 1910.183.
F. Ground and flight crewmembers shall be familiar with, a id use the manual
signaling system described in 29 CFR 1910.183.
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ATTACHMENT 15: SAFE WORK PRACTICES FOR SMALL BOATS
A. Ensure that all boats comply with the appropriate state and federal regulations.
In addition to the items discussed below certain types of vessels will require such items
as USCG approved fire extinguishers, backfire flame control, powered ventilation,
sound signaling devices (different from emergency signals), navigation lights/ signals,
pollution placards, and marine sanitation devices.
B. Boat operators should familiarize themselves, and passengers with safety
features and equipment on their boats.
C. Boats should be operated by qualified individuals.
D. Life jackets, work vests, mustang suits, or other appropriate Coast Guard
approved Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) should be worn by personnel in small
boats.
1. Use of mustang suits are particularly critical under conditions of cold
stress.
2. Types of Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs):
TYPE I. Off-shore life jacket provides the most buoyancy. Effective for all
waters and intended specifically for open, rough, or remote waters where rescue may
be delayed.
TYPE II. Near-shore buoyancy vests are intended for calm, inland water or
where there is a good chance of quick rescue.
TYPE III. Flotation aids are good for calm, inland water, or where there is a good
chance of quick rescue. Examples: float coats, fishing vests, and ski vests.
TYPE IV. These are throwable devices, not intended to be worn or to replace
those that are worn.
TYPE V — SPECIAL USE. These are intended for specific activities (according
to the conditions on the labels). Some examples: deck suits, mustang suits, work
vests, and hybrid PFDs below.
TYPE V — HYBRID INFLATABLES. These PFDs contain a small amount of
inherent buoyancy and an inflatable chamber. Performance equals that of a Type I, II,
or III PFD (as noted on the label) WHEN INFLATED.
E. Small boats should generally not be operated for oil recovery after sunset. If this
is required or poses minimal risk, routes of operations should be carefully
prescribed, individual boats should maintain a communication schedule with a
shore base; and
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should be fully equipped with appropriate running lights, emergency signals, and
personnel onboard should be wearing emergency night signaling devices.
F Distress signals (three or more for day and three or more for night) should be
carried onboard all vessels. These devices may be required by regulation. They may
be stored onboard or issued to individuals. If stored onboard they should be in a
sealed, watertight, orange container marked "DISTRESS SIGNALS".
1. USCG approved pyrotechnic visual distress signals include red flares (hand-held or
aerial), orange smoke (hand-held or floating), and launchers (for aerial red meteors or
parachute flares). PYROTECHNIC DEVICES SHOULD NOT BE USED NEAR
FLAMMABLE PRODUCT SPILLS
2. Non-pyrotechnic distress signals are not approved individually but need to meet
certain requirements. They should be in serviceable condition, readily accessible, and
certified by the manufacturer as complying with USCG requirements. These devices
include orange distress flags, and electric distress lights.
3. Distress flags are day signals only. They must be at least 3x3 feet with a black
square and ball on an orange background.
a. Electric distress lights are for night use only. These devices automatically
flash the international SOS code (... ...) so a flashlight IS NOT considered a
distress signal. Under inland navigation rules a high intensity strobe light is considered
a distress signal.
b. It is a violation of regulations to display visual distress signals on the water
except when assistance is required.
G. Boat operators must keep their supervisors informed of their area of operations,
especially when they change their work area (if plans call for a boat to move to another
location during a shift, the operator should advise their supervisor of their actual time of
departure).
H. Boat operators should never anchor their boats by the stem. This is typically the
lowest point on the boat due to design and/or loading, and is often squared off making it
vulnerable to swamping.
I. Portable fuel tanks should be filled outside of the boat. All sources of ignition in
the area of fueling (e.g., engines, stoves or heat producing equipment, and electrical
equipment) should be secured while fueling.
J. Strict adherence to the buddy system must be observed in small boats; and all
boats should be in direct visual or radio contact with a shore base at all times.
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K. To avoid slipping on wet decks or falling in small boats, personnel should remain
seated while boat is underway. Horseplay and speeding must be strictly prohibited.
Personnel should keep their center of gravity as low as possible while working in small
boats.
L. Boat operators must also ensure that boats are not overloaded. The capacity
should be marked on a label on the boat. If it is not a general rule of thumb is:
LENGTH x WIDTH / 15 = PEOPLE (150 lbs)
Since.equipment adds to the weight it should be considered as well. Weight should be
distributed evenly.
M. Personnel working in or operating small boats should be equipped with
appropriate shoes/boots designed to help maintain traction on wet surfaces.
N. Safety sunglasses, and hearing protection should be worn by personnel working
in or operating small boats where appropriate.
0. Fixed ladders or other substantial access/egress should be provided at boat
transfer locations exceeding several feet.
P. Depending on the specific nature of the operations (e.g., work in remote areas),
other emergency equipment which should be considered such as: anchors, radios,
bailers, first aid kits, and additional means of propulsion (e.g., paddles).
Q. Workers should be cautioned about using their legs as fenders, or getting their
hands, arms, or legs between vessels or between vessels and docks or fixed
structures.
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ATTACHMENT 16: ON-SITE MEDICAL MONITORING (ENTRY TEAM)
Entry team personnel (including all personnel potentially entering controled areas in
LEVEL A/B/C) are to be monitored for blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature (oral),
and body weight.
There are numerous factors which effect allowable ranges so that each individual must
be evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the site EMT (or other medical personnel),
site safety officer, and site supervisor.
The following TYPICAL values are provided ONLY as a starting guideline:
Max Blood Pressure 140 diastolic/100 systolic
Max Pulse Rate 100 bpm
Body Temperature 99.2 deg.F (Max) / 98.0 deg.F (Min) or +/- 0.6 deg.F from normal
Body Weight Loss 1.5% (rule of thumb)
NAME:
CASE: . CASE NO.:
DATE: EXPOSURE RISK: HIGH/MEDIUM/LOW
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
SUBSTANCE(S) INVOLVED:
CONCENTRATION/LENGTH OF EXPOSURE:,
MEDICAL TESTING:
COMMENTS:
PRE-ENTRY MEDICAL MONITORING:
WEIGHT: TEMPERATURE: METHOD:
PULSE: B.P.: SYSTOLIC /DIASTOLIC METHOD:
MONITORING CONDUCTED BY:
POST-ENTRY MEDICAL MONITORING:
WEIGHT: TEMPERATURE: METHOD:
PULSE: B.P.: SYSTOLIC /DIASTOLIC METHOD:
MONITORING CONDUCTED BY:
SUPERVISOR (RO/RS) VERIFICATION:
NAME:
COMMENTS:
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ATTACHMENT 17: SITE SAFETY PLAN EVALUATION CHECKLIST
NAME OF PLAN REVIEWED:
PLAN DRAFTED BY
(Name/Organization):
PLAN REVIEWED BY:
DATE OF REVIEW.
REVIEW INCLUDES (check those appropriate):
o Comprehensive Workplan (post-emergency)
o Safety & Health Program (for planning not site-specific)
o Site-Specific Site Safety & Health Plan (post-emergency)
o Emergency Response Plans (emergency phase & routine sites)
I. Comprehensive Workplan (1910.120(b)(3)):
o Work tasks, and objectives defined
o Methods of accomplishing tasks & objectives defined
o Personnel requirements for work plan accomplishments
o Training requirements identified (see 1910.120(e))
o Informational programs implemented (see 1910.120(i))
o Medical surveillance program (see 1910.120(f))
II. Safety and Health Program (1910.120(b)).
(NOTE: This is not the same as the site-specific plan addressed in III. below.)
A. General:
o A written safety and health program (1910.120(b)(1)) may be incorporated in other
documents.
o Organizational Structure (1910.120(b)( 1 )(ii)(A).
o Workplan (B) checklist above (see I. above),
o Site-specific safety & health plan (C) (see III. below)
o Safety and Health Training Program (D)
o Medical surveillance program (E).
o Employer SOP on Safety and Health (F) .
B. Organization Structure (1910.120(b)(2)):
o Chain of command identified
o Responsibilities of supervisors and employees
o Identifies supervisor (A)
o Identifies site safety and health supervisor(s) (B)
o Other personnel; functions and responsibilities (C)
o Lines of authority/responsibility/communications (D)
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III. SITE-SPECIFIC Site Safety & Health Plan (1910.120(b)(4):
For spill response operations (as opposed to those that start from a remedial action)
these plans will vary in detail as the response progresses. During the initial emergency
phase responders rely on generic emergency response plans-contingency plans-while
a site-specific plan is being developed. As the response progresses into post-
emergency phase recovery operations a basic site-specific plan is used and may
become quite detailed for prolonged or large cleanups. Finally a spill may become a
fully controlled site cleanup (e g., remedial cleanups) where a fully developed site-
specific plan is developed, including detailed emergency response plans for on-site
emergencies.
A. General:
o Risks for each task in work plan assessed,
o Employee training assignments made
o Protective equip identified for each task/objective
o Medical surveillance requirements
o Frequency and types of air monitoring identified
o Frequency and types of personnel monitoring identified
o Sampling techniques identified
o Air monitoring instruments to be used identified
o Maintenance and calibration for instrumentation (E)
o Site control measures identified (F)
o Site map identified
o Work zones identified
o Use of "buddy system" identified
o Alerting means for emergencies
o Safe working practices identified
o Nearest medical assistance identified
o Decontamination procedures identified (G)
o Emergency response plan identified (H)
o Confined space entry procedures (I)
o Spill Containment Program identified (J)
o Pre-entry briefings provided for (1910.120(b)4)(iii))
o Provisions for continual evaluation of plan made (iv)
B. Site Characterization and Analysis (1910.120(c))
o Hazardous waste sites shall be evaluated to identify specific site hazards and
determine appropriate safety and health controls
C. Preliminary Evaluation:
o Performed prior to site entry
o Performed by a qualified person
o Protection methods and site controls identified
o All inhalation/skin hazards identified
o Location and approximate size of site
o Description of response activity
o Duration of response activity
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o Site topography and accessibility identified (include air and ground
accessibility)
o Safety and health hazards anticipated listed
o Pathways for hazardous substance dispersion identified
o Status of emergency response units identified (rescue, fire, hazmat)
o Hazardous substances listed and associated hazards
o If SCBA is not used and potential for inhalation hazard might exist: an EEBA shall be
used with 5 min of air
D. Risk Identification (1910.120(c)(7))
o Employees on site shall be informed of identified risks
o All information concerning the chemical physical and toxicological properties of each
substance available to the employer shall be made available to the employee.
E. Detailed Evaluation (1910.120(c)(2))
o Immediately after preliminary evaluation a detailed
evaluation will be conducted to determine safety controls and protection needed.
F. Monitoring (1910.120(h))
o Monitoring is required during initial entry
o Monitoring is required periodically
o Personnel monitoring is also required
G. Illumination Requirements: (1910.120(m))
o Areas accessible to employees shall be lighted not less than the intensities outlined in
Table H-120.1.
H. Sanitation Requirements: (1910.120(n))
o Water containers shall be tight top closed and equipped with a tap and clearly labeled
for use. A disposal unit must be provided for used cups and a sanitary unit for unused
cups (1)(i-iv). They shall not be crossed connected to non-potable water containers,
o Non-potable water must be clearly marked per (n)(2)
o Toilet facilities must be provided per (n)(3)
o Washing facilities must be in proximity per (n)(6)
o Showers and change rooms per (n)(7)
o Employers shall ensure that employees shower at the end of when leaving the
hazardous waste site.
IV. Emergency Response Plans (1910.120(1) and (q)) for emergency response
operations (e.g., contingency plans used prior to site safety plan development), and
routine sites (e.g., emergency plans for remedial sites).
A. Purpose is to prepare for anticipated emergencies
o Shall be written and available for inspection
B. Elements: (1910.120(l)(2)(i-xi))
o Shall address pre-emergency planning
o Personnel roles, lines of communication identified
o Emergency recognition and prevention addressed
o Safe distances and places of refuge established
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o Site security and control addressed
o Evacuation routes and procedures established
o Emergency medical treatment and first aid
o Emergency DECON procedures identified
o Emergency alerting and response procedures identified
o Critique of response and follow up
o PPE and emergency equipment identified
C. Additional Elements: (1910.120(l)(3)(i)(A-B))
o Site topography, layout and prevailing weather
o Procedures for reporting incidents to: local, state, and federal government agencies.
D. Additional Requirements: (1910.120(l)(3)(ii-viii))
o Emergency response plan shall be a separate section
o ERP must be compatible with fed, state & local plans
o The ERP shall be rehearsed as part of onsite training
o The ERP shall be current
o An employee alarm system shall be installed to notify persons of an emergency
situation
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ATTACHMENT 18: SITE ORGANIZATIONS — GENERAL DISCUSSION
References:
(a) 29 CFR 1910.120 OSHA regulations for Hazardous Waste Operations
(HAZWOPER) and WAC 296-62-Part P.
(b) U.S. Coast Guard COMDTNOTE 16471 (G-MEP-4) "Establishment of Area
Committees and Development of Area Contingency Plans" dated 30 September 1993.
(c) NIOSH/OSHA/USCG/EPA "Occupational Safety and Health Guidance Manual for
Hazardous Waste Site Activities" (NIOSH 85-115)
A. For post-emergency and routine site operations OSHA requires a documented
organizational structure (ref (a) 1910.120(b)). An "Incident Command System (ICS)" is
required for emergency operations (ref (a) 1910.120(q)(3)). Guidance for Coast Guard
development of Area Contingency Plans (ACPs) in ref (b) contains significant details for
ICS and Unified Command and Control (UCC) for large spills. Finally, ref (c)
documents some helpful organization tools and job descriptions, especially for on-site
organization.
B. A large spill potentially requires an organization to deal with multiple geographic
areas, numerous other organizations, diverse tasking, and multiple jurisdictions. The
applicable Area Contingency Plan (ACP) is prepared in advance by the applicable
Federal On-Scene Coordinator (OSC), senior response officials from state and local
jurisdictions, and an area committee to document the initial organization structure for
spill response (among other things). Command and control of a large spill ICS is
expected to be coordinated away from the site using a UCC structure. During large
events, the initial ICS organization must be expected to change dramatically as the
response progresses through the initial emergency response operations and into post-
emergency recovery operations. A command structure addressing this type of
response can be complicated. Some elements needed/required for safe operations
are:
1. Everyone on site must be authoritatively supervised.
2. There must be authority on site (i.e., where personnel are exposed to hazards) to
immediately terminate or modify operations to ensure safety.
3. Everyone (up to the incident commander or senior incident manager) must only
have one boss.
C. For the most part, the ICS structure is flexible, but certain positions are required by
statute or regulation.
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1. The Federal On-Scene Coordinator (OSC) is the predesignated Federal official
responsible for ensuring immediate and effective response to a discharge or threatened
discharge of oil or a hazardous substance. The U.S. Coast Guard designates OSCs for
the U.S. coastal zones and the U.S. EPA designates OSC for the inland zones. Very
rarely is the OSC able to remain on-site to personally supervise field operations and will
typically designate a variety of official OSC representatives for field operations and
liaison.
2. To ensure rapid command decisions on site during emergency response
operations, a single site supervisor with command authority must be close to the actual
field work (i.e., ref (a) 1910.120(q)(3) refers to this individual as the "senior emergency
response official" commonly referred to as the Incident Commander, OSC's
Representative, or First Federal Official). Ref (a) notes that this official is intended to be
the "official ON THE SITE who has the responsibility for controlling the operations AT
THE SITE..." (emphasis added).
a. During post-emergency operations the requirement is simply for an effective
organizational structure that includes a general supervisor who has the authority and
responsibility to direct all hazardous waste operations. To avoid confusion,
organizations that conduct both emergency and post-emergency response operations
should consider an emergency phase organization that will serve both phases.
b. Incidents involving multiple emergencies,and/or multiple jurisdictions pose a
serious challenge to effective response organization. For example a major refinery fire
started by a crude oil tanker fire might include the following emergencies: port fire,
hazardous materials release, and major oil spill cleanup; and include the following
jurisdictions: local fire department, state emergency services, and federal cleanup.
Contingency planning should establish procedures to address this problem in advance.
(1) It may be helpful to recognize that jurisdictions assigned supervisory positions (on
and off site) can be shifted as response priorities change. To establish priorities
consider the following questions:
(a) Which emergency poses the greatest public hazard?
(b) Which emergency poses the most hazards for response personnel?
(c) Who has legal authority for priority operations?
(d) Who has funding authority?
(2) On-site priorities may not be the same as those off-site. For example it may be
more effective to immediately assign lead responsibilities in the off site UCC to the
federal OSC even during fire fighting operations (this is a long term planning
function best served by the jurisdiction which is likely to have the final response
task - i.e., the OSC ultimately has statutory authority and must eventually assume
senior management responsibility for the final pollution cleanup operations). The
on site Incident Commander on the other haind. should probably be assigned based
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on the jurisdiction concerned with the highest priority emergency and/or that jurisdiction
facing the greatest personnel risk.
(3) As a response becomes large, complex, and/or prolonged a single incident
manager may need to divide field supervision geographically and/or by work
assignments. Using the above facility fire example, the following UCC/ICS supervision
changes might be planned.
(a) In this example a major crude oil spill spreads in navigable waters eventually
impacting 100 miles of coast (river passing by the facility and the bay where it leads
too). Facility tanks (containing refinery intermediates that must be treated as hazmat)
are on fire. Fire fighting is conducted by local fire fighters, a facility COOP fire brigade,
and USCG vessels. State emergency services HAZMAT teams also respond. The
local Coast Guard Captain Of The Port (COTP) is the predesignated Federal On-Scene
Coordinator. Responsible parties (facility operator and vessel operator) are both
responding aggressively.
(b) OFF-SITE ICC SUPERVISION: The Federal OSC might immediately be assigned
as senior UCC coordinator anticipating that the OSC will retain this position until final
cleanup is completed.
i) The UCC also should include the State Incident Commander, and the
Responsible Party (RP) Incident Manager (there may be several in this case) per
reference (b). Depending upon the ACP the fire department and emergency services
will also be represented as long as they have resources at risk.
ii) Each of the organization managers may have their own off-site support staffs
(executive staff, operations chief, planning staff, logistics staff, and finance staff).
Depending on the ACP an alternate organization might combine some or all of the
staffs under a single UCC staff (e.g., a UCC planning staff that includes federal, state,
local, and RP personnel).
(3) EXAMPLE continued...
(c) ON-SITE ICS SUPERVISION:
I) The response is initially divided into three sectors of operation by the UCC which
include: facility, vessel, and shoreline sectors.
ii) DURING FIRE SUPPRESSION the UCC assigns the Fire Department the Incident
Commander (IC) role for facility and vessel sectors. A USCG OSC's Rep is assigned
as IC for the shoreline sector. The Fire Deptartment IC(facility/vessel) might divide
resources in this sector into the following teams:
a) Zone control and Evacuation Team (state and local police).
b) Fire suppression team #1 (COOP forces and team supervision).
c) Fire suppression team #2 (Fire Department forces and supervisor).
d) Waterside fire suppression and rescue team #1 (Fire Dept fire boat and team
supervisor).
e) Waterside fire suppression and rescue team #2 (USCG boats and supervision).
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f) HAZMAT team #1 (state emergency services and supervisor).
g) HAZMAT team #2 (USCG Strike Team and supervision).
h) HAZMAT team #3 (RP facility personnel and supervision).
i) Vessel salvage team (OSC inspections department pers, RP vessel personnel
and USCG Strike Team personnel with OSC supervision).
iii) DURING FIRE SUPPRESSION the UCC might decide to devote limited resources
and cont-act support to the lower priority oil spill response. A USCG OSC
reprepresentative is assigned as the IC (Shoreline) and divides this sector of operations
into the following teams:
a) Shoreline Assessment Team (USCG, state, and RP-vessel representatives with
USCG supervision).
b) Floating oil response team #1 (USCG contractor and USCG supervision).
c) Floating oil response team #2 (RP--vessel contractor and RP supervision).
d) Shoreline oil response team #1(USCG contractor and USCG supervision).
e) Shoreline oil response team #2 (RP-vessel contractor and RP supervision).
f) Shoreline oil response team #3(RP~vessel contractor and RP supervision).
g) Bird/mammal hazing, capture and rehabilitation Team (volunteer organization,
with U.S. Fish and Wildlife supervision).
iv) HAZMAT EMERGENCY OPERATIONS take priority as the incident progresses and
fire suppression is completed to the satisfaction of the cognizant IC. At this point the
UCC might direct the IC (facility/vessel) to arrange for an orderly relief by a senior state
emergency services representative.
v) POST-EMERGENCY HAZMAT CLEANUP next takes priority as the hazmat
emergency is stabilized. At this point the UCC might direct the IC(facility/vessel) to
arrange an orderly division of the sector and relief by senior RP and USCG personnel.
a) The IC(facility) might be assumed by a senior hazmat specialist from the facility
RP's organization (still under direction of the UCC).
b) The IC(vessel) might be assumed by salvage expert from USCG Strike Forces.
In addition to salvage teams, there may also be fire suppression teams still assigned to
this sector.
vi) POST-EMERGENCY OIL SPILL CLEANUP will continue to receive additional
resources from the UCC as other priorities are addressed in the facility/vessel sector(s).
In order to maintain adequate supervision on site, this sector may be further divided into
several individual sectors each assigned its own on site IC. For example:
a) river operations (shorelineand floating) might be handled by one IC;
(3)(c) ON SITE SUPERVISION EXAMPLE (continued)
b) the upper bay areas might be handled by a second IC,
c) the lower bay might be handled by a third IC, and
d) bird/mammal operations (overlapping all areas) by a fourth.
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3. OSHA regulations require that a "site safety and health supervisor" (or simply
site safety supervisor) must be on-site with command authority to address all
organization safety concerns and implement the site safety and health plan for a given
sector of operations. If multiple sectors are required, a Site Safety and Health
Coordinator (or Safety Officer) should be designated to ensure consistent site safety
planning among the sectors and over time. The role of the Site Safety Officer is also
described in reference (b), Enclosure (1), Annex A, Appendix V, Tab H, Part l(3).
4. Reference (b) Enclosure (1) also describes a number of other
organizational components to be designated by the OSC (Annex A, Appendix V, Tab H,
Part I "Standard Response Structure"). The OSC is charged with establishing a Unified
Command and Control (UCC) organization where appropriate to include the State and
Responsible Party Incident Managers. The OSC assigns individuals from the response
community (Federal, state, local, or private) to the UCC organization to include the
following positions:
Public Affairs Officer.
Liaison Officer (liaison with agencies, ndividuals, or groups).
Safety Officer.
Historian.
Response Operations Chief (management/interface with field/tactical
supervisors).
Planning Chief (to develop strategies for ops).
Logistics Chief.
Finance Chief.
5. Ref (b) Enclosure (1) also describes an expanded UCC organization for Spills Of
National Significance (SONS) (Annex A, Appendix V, Tab H, Part II). Only the
Commandant of the Coast Guard or the Administrator of the EPA can declare a SONS.
The following organizational components are triggered under this level of response for
USCG operations:
a. National Incident Commander (NlC)--area commander level), supported by:
(1) Alternate NIC (District Commander level)
(2) NIC Chief of Staff (National Strike Forces Coordination Center).
(3) NIC Support Staff.
(a) Support Operations Division
(b) Strategic Planning Division
(c) Logistics Division
(d) Finance Division
(e) External Affairs Division
b. Crisis Action Center (CAC), Washington DC.
c. Area Operations Coordinator(s). One or more OSCs depending upon the scope
of operations.
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6. It should be remembered that position descriptions (PDs) are generally flexible.
a. In addition to mandatory PDs, the ACP may develop any number of optional PDs
(and suggest resources to fill them) in advance of actual incidents in order to help ICs
and UCCs expand their organizations in an orderly manner.
b. More than one PD may be assigned to the same person, or a single PD may be
supported by an entire staff in order to carry out assigned responsibilities during a large
incident. As additional resources arrive and are assigned by the IC or UCC to a
supervisor, that supervisor may delegate PDs to subordinates or subordinate staffs.
c. As an organization develops (or is planned) no
single supervisor should be expected to supervise more than 5 to 7 subordinates (i.e.,
limited span of control). Similarly, as organizational components develop their own
internal structure, the supervisors within a component should maintain a limited span of
control for effective supervision. For example:
(1) During the first days of a response a single individual may be assigned the following
PD functions:
(a) Strategy and tactics development
(b) Development of disposal options
(c) Scientific support coordination
(d) Environmental sensitivity evaluation
(e) Risk assessment
(2) As the spill progresses and additional resources arrive to support the incident, the
planning staff may grow to a force of 10 people. The planning staff chief might then
reorganize the planning staff by assigning personnel as follows:
(a) A Strike Team Strategy/tactics Supervisor with two supporting staff members.
(b) A state EPA rep supervising development of disposal options with a staff of 1.
(c) The NOAA Scientific Support Coordinator supervising a staff of four to perform:
I) Scientific support coordination
ii) Environmental sensitivity evaluation
iii) Risk assessment
D. Beyond the basic requirements, the specific organization depends largely on the
actual functions to be performed.
1. Specific organizational needs of oil spill contractors, Navy salvage teams, and
volunteer bird rehabilitation centers (for example) may be different but many of the
principles and organizational components still apply.
a. Clear lines of supervision or a "chain of command"
b. Coordination of field operations
c. Site safety
d. Planning
e. Logistics support
f. Communications
g. Information management (internal and external)
h. Liaison with other response organizations
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ATTACHMENT 19: SAFE WORK PRACTICES FOR OILY BIRD REHAB
A. REFERENCES:
1. Rehabilitating Oiled Sea Birds-A Field Manual.International Bird Rescue
Research Center, 699 Potter St., Berkeley, CA 94710.
2. Oiled Bird Rehabilitation-A Guide for Establishing and Operating a Treatment
Facility for Oiled Birds. Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research, Inc., 110 Possum Hollow
Rd.; Newark, Delaware 19711
B. HAZARDS TO BE ADDRESSED.
1. HANDLING BIRDS. Wild birds must be handled properly to ensure the
protection of BOTH the animals and their handlers. Wild birds will typically view people
(even those with good intentions) as predators. This is a tremendous stress for the
bird. Even a greatly weakened bird can inflict serious injury to handlers as well. Eyes
are a particular concern. Open wounds on hands and arms present access for oily
contaminants and disease vectors to enter the human blood system.
2. CONTACT WITH OIL. The site safety and health plan will
provide a more detailed discussion of health hazards of the specific oil involved at a
particular site.
a. The primary health hazard associated with oils (crude oil in particular) is
dermatitis from skin contact. This condition may be aggravated for personnel
conducting washing operations. Prolonged exposure to soapy water initiates defatting
of the skin, and water logging may contribute to an initial skin injury that can aggravate
sensitivity. Once an individual experiences an allergic dermatitis reaction it will be
nearly impossible to prevent future outbreaks other than by strict avoidance of any
further contact with the oil.
b. Oils and soaps splashed in the eyes can cause acute irritation and perhaps
inflammation.
c. Injuries inflicted by birds open a path for the chemical components of oils to enter
the blood.
d. The smell of crude oils, diesels or other oils may be irritating to sensitive
individuals and can cause nausea even at otherwise non-toxic concentration.
e. Some components of certain oils are known or suspected human carcinogens
(stressors that cause cancer), mutagens (stressors that cause mutation of DNA or
RNA), or teratogens (stressors that interfere with normal development of a fetus).
Although these concerns are minimal or readily controlled for most personnel, it poses a
special concern for pregnant women.
3. SLIPPERY & DANGEROUS SURFACES. Field personnel will be working on
dangerous surfaces. Wet rocks, oily surfaces (including boats), ice, and steep or
unstable terrain, mud flats, abandoned facilities all present serious injury potential for
field personnel. Attention becomes focused on capture to the neglect of personal
hazards.
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4. WORK NEAR WATER. Some of the most serious hazards may occur near inter
tidal or surf areas. The public beaches we are familiar with are relatively safe but oil
spills may flow into very treacherous areas normally avoided. When working near inter-
tidal areas serious hazards may include:
Riptides,
Undertows,
Underwater drop-offs,
Unstable banks, or
Soft bottoms (e.g., mud flats or marshes).
5. EXPOSURE TO THE WEATHER. Heat stress, cold stress, hypothermia, and
sunburn should all be considered as potential hazards for field personnel.
6. ELECTRICAUSHOCK HAZARDS. Electrical equipment used in REHAB
centers must be kept away from or adequately protected from wet areas.
7. FIRE HAZARDS. Heat lamps and portable heaters used in REHAB centers
should be considered as potential fire hazards.
C. GENERAL SAFE WORK PRACTICES.
1. NEVER WORK ALONE IN THE FIELD! Wildlife rehab is a team effort for two or
more people. This rule is a mandatory safety procedure and it will also help you to work
more effectively.
2. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for field ops:
a. Dress for the weather!
(1) Dress adequately for the cold in particular.
(2) Clothing guidelines for cold weather are provided in other attachments.
(3) Bring a rain suit if there is any chance of getting caught in the rain.
(4) Bring a dry change of clothing in case you get wet and/or cold.
(5) Even in hot dry weather personnel may need to have clothing suitable for working
in brushy areas possibly with poisonous plants, ticks, thick brush, or snakes. Dress
accordingly.
(6) Bring a change of work clothing (socks in particular) in case you get wet, cold, or
dirty.
b. Prevent street clothing and skin contact with oil.
(1) Wear chemical resistant clothing (neoprene is a common material that more
resistant to many oils than other common materials of construction). Ensemble items
selected for this operation are provided at the end of this attachment.
(2) Regardless of specific materials used, all garments should be discarded when oil is
found on the inside the garment or when it is in such condition that it no longer
functions as a barrier to oil contact with the skin or undergarments. Reusable garments
that have become contaminated but are otherwise still serviceable must be cleaned as
much as practicable, stored separately from unused garments at a decon facility.
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(3) A lined trash can or a suitable container should be available for temporary holding
oily gear while in the field.
(4) Clean oily gear at decon stations and stow it in specially segregated contaminated
clothing stations. Discard contaminated clothing in special containers specifically
intended for contaminated articles NEVER MIX ORDINARY TRASH WITH
CONTAMINATED WASTE! NEVER BRING CONTAMINATED CLOTHING OR
EQUIPMENT HOME WITH YOU!
c. Wear flotation work vests or other Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) approved
by the U.S. Coast Guard while working in boats, over the water, in the surf, or on
sloping banks near the water. If hypothermia is a concern you will need to wear
mustang suits or other exposure protective flotation gear while working in small boats.
d. Bring sun glasses and sun screen during the summer. Safety glasses, goggles,
or face shields should be worn while handling birds.
e. Foot care will typically be a major concern for most rehab operations.
(1) In the field, personnel may be walking directly through heavily contaminated areas,
in the water, or on dangerous surfaces. Sturdy water/contamination resistant boots will
be required for these operations.
(2) In the field and rehab center personnel will be standing in wet or contaminated
areas. Due to the amount of standing under wet, hot/cold, sweaty conditions foot care
should be emphasized. In addition to wearing resistant boots, personnel should have
several changes of clean white work socks. Foot powder or fungicidal foot bathes
should also be available.
f. Wear long sleeved garments for working in brushy areas, for sun protection, and
for protection from bird, insect, or other wild animal bites.
g. Wear sturdy gloves that are resistant to oil while handling oily birds during
capture.
h. Avoid leather clothing or articles. Leather is easily contaminated by oil, and can
not be completely cleaned once contaminated. If leather gloves are needed for
abrasion resistance wear an inner chemical resistant glove, and treat the outer glove as
disposable. Carpenters, logistics, or other work crews that do not work with oil
contaminated materials are an exception.
i. Use soap and water, or waterless hand cleaner for removing oil after captures,
j. Wear long clothing and insect repellent in tick areas. Partners should examine
each other for ticks during breaks and at the end of the day.
k. Carry a throwing line if there is a chance of getting caught in soft mud/sands, or
falling into the water.
I. Not all facilities will be heated or air conditioned. Dress adequately and bring a
change of clothing even if you will be working in a "sheltered" area. Dress adequately
for the cold in particular. Bring a rain suit if there is any chance of working outside in
the rain. Clothing guidelines for cold weather are provided in other attachments,
m. During hot weather, heat stress will be aggravated by Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE). Heat stress is a serious (and potentially life threatening) hazard that
must be taken seriously.
(1) Do not wear excessive PPE (visual observation will usually be adequate for
determining if more/less PPE is needed for a specific operation).
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(2) In the field do not wear PPE while working in uncontaminated areas. Contaminated
PPE that is not in use should be stored in lined or otherwise suitable storage container
to prevent contaminating transportation vehicles
(3) "Taping" PPE is a standard operating procedure for emergency response purposes,
but may be counterproductive in preventing heat stress (especially in the field where
PPE may not be donned and removed often). "Taping" should also be avoided in heat
stress conditions unless it is needed for a specific reason.
3. Bites, stings, and poisonous plants.
See attachment 23 for prevention and first aid for ANIMAL BITES, STINGS, SNAKE
BITES, POISONOUS PLANTS, TICKS, and PUNCTURES/STINGS BY MARINE
ANIMALS (such as jellyfish).
a. In particular wear heavy boots or snake leggings in grassy/marshy areas or other
snake hazard areas.
b. Stay alert for ticks in areas where they may be a problem. If you work in such an
area have your buddy check exposed areas frequently.
c. Stay alert for all of these hazards and report encounters to your supervisor in
order to pass the word to others.
d. If you have allergic reactions to any of the hazards above (e.g., bites, stings,
poisonous plants, or medications) let your supervisor know and stay away from
recognized hazards.
e. Bites from birds or any other source may become infected and must be properly
cleaned and treated.
f. Personnel working in the field or handling birds in centers should have an up-to-
date tetanus immunization.
4. TRANSPORTATION SAFETY.
a. Small boat safety. Boating safety is discussed in other safety plan attachments.
Training classes in boating safety are available through your local Coast Guard
Auxiliary.
b. Helicopter safety. Helicopters safety is discussed in other safety plan
attachments. Personnel should always receive a safety briefing from their pilot.
c. Motor vehicles. Motor vehicle safety is discussed in other safety plan
attachments.
5. FIRE SAFETY.
a. Heat lamps and portable heaters used in REHAB centers should be considered
as potential fire hazards.
b. Blankets, sheets or other flammables should not touch heat lamps or heaters.
Make sure heat lamps are securely fastened and not focused directly on sheets or
blankets covering pens.
c. Make sure the base of the heat lamp is capable of safety using the type of lamp
being placed in it. Ceramic-based heat lamps have a higher capacity than those with
plastic bases.
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d. All electric heaters should have automatic shut-offs.
e. Provide a night fire watch when heat lamps and electric heaters are used.
D. HANDLING WILDLIFE.
1. Never handle birds unless trained in handling procedures. The references listed
at the beginning of this attachment provide specific details on capturing and handling
procedures. The following are generals safety guidelines for handling.
2. Never hold birds near your face. Keep them down at the waist level of the
shortest partner.
3. Always work with a partner when handling wildlife. THE BUDDY SYSTEM IS A
MANDATORY SAFE WORK PRACTICE BY REGULATION.
4. For prolonged handling (such as during washing):
a. A beak gag may be used to minimize biting and choking. When using gags it is
important to ensure that a breathing gap is provided with a dowel rod or similar device.
Not all birds have adequate nares openings for breathing (or openings may be blocked
by contaminants).
b. A coordinated effort with one partner controlling he birds head and/or body will
often be adequate for many species.
E. PERSONNEL CONCERNS.
1. Wildlife rehab often involves working with large number's of
untrained/inexperienced personnel. Personnel processing should be handled by a
designated staff/person.
2. New personnel should be screened for special concerns/needs. This is not to
create grounds for exclusion (rehab efforts require many diverse job tasks and talents),
but rather to ensure that new personnel are safely placed in a suitable job.
Allergies (bites, stings, fur, feathers, edication, chemicals, or soaps)
Special medication needs
Currency of tetanus vaccinations
Age
Pregnancy
Handicaps
Current state of health
Desire/fear of handling animals
Special talents/qualifications (e.g., existing HAZWOPER training, veterinarian,
current training in wildlife rehabilitation, licensed construction contractor or plumber,
qualified safety supervisor, etc.).
3. Women who may be pregnant, and individuals whose immune systems may
have been compromised or suppressed - taking steroids, receiving cancer treatments,
are HIV positive should be given the following information:
a. Some components of certain oils are known or suspected human carcinogens
(stressors that cause cancer), mutagens (stressors that cause mutation of DNA
or RNA), or teratogens (stressors that interfere with normal development of a
fetus). Although these concerns are minimal or readily controlled for most
personnel, it poses a
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special concern for pregnant women and individuals whose immune system may be
suppressed - taking steroids, receiving cancer treatments, or are HIV positive,
b. Personnel should be advised of these hazards and counseled against working in
contaminated areas. Pregnant women that want to continue to be involved with wildlife
rehabilitation efforts should be assigned to duties that will not involve contact or
exposure to oil contamination. Depending on the specific operations this might include:
rehab center support, personnel scheduling, documentation, food services (personnel
or animal), rehab husbandry, training, construction, or day care.
4. Children and minors. Due to the various hazards associated with this work,
children should not be allowed in the primary work areas. If children volunteers are
used in a REHAB effort, they should be kept away from the general working areas in
the center or the field. Special tasks should be carefully selected for safe administrative
or support functions. Providing for convenient/adequate day care may be particularly
useful. Day care should be provided by the effected personnel (pool system) or by
professional/licensed day care services.
F. Design and construction of REHAB centers.
1. Prior to constructing or using a facility, consult with local fire officials about
applicable ordinances. Working with professional/licensed construction personnel will
help to ensure proper compliance.
2. Electrical outlets, cords, appliances, and power tools
should be kept away from cleaning and pool areas as much as possible. Ground fault
interrupters must be installed for electrical equipment used in wet locations, and should
be used in most others. Depending on the construction of REHAB centers, the use of
exterior grade electrical wire should be considered for many locations. Electrical cords
must be maintained in good condition. See the main text discussion on the use of
power tools.
3. Personal hygiene must be maintained in the field and
especially in centers. Contact with bird carcasses, droppings in bedding and on
surfaces, and spoiled food are a particular concern.
a. Washing and sanitation areas should be maintained between treatment/work
areas and personnel areas. Hand lotions should also be available to minimize skin
irritation from frequent washing.
b. The general layout of REHAB centers should provide
careful separation of contaminated areas and clean areas.
(1) Hygiene facilities and contaminated equipment drops should be located in-between
clean and dirty areas (similar to the hot, warm, and cold zone concepts presented in the
text).
(2) Locations that can be easily maintained as clean for administrative areas, rest
areas, eating/drinking areas, and smoking areas should be selected before constructing
pens, cleaning stations, or receiving birds for treatment.
(3) Establish traffic flows for people and equipment that will allow for maximum
control/separation. Particular attention should be given to access control for personnel,
visitors, new wildlife, and equipment/supplies. Heavy equipment/vehicles, loud
machinery, personnel areas, clean wildlife, contaminated wildlife, triage, medical
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isolation, and visitor's areas should all be separated as much as possible.
Physical/visual separation of areas should also help to minimize stress on wildlife.
4. Food service should be carefully considered for REHAB centers and field staging
areas.
a. Hot beverages should be provided for cold weather work (personnel returning
from the field, or center personnel working with water). Personnel working in heat or
cold stress conditions need to force fluids to avoid dehydration.
b. Spoiled/contaminated foods can cause outbreaks of food poisoning. If
cooking and refrigerating facilities are not available at centers, food should be selected
for resistance to spoiling and discarded regularly. Support from public health officials is
recommended.
c. Human food preparation and eating facilities should be separate from work
areas.
5. Cleaning and general hygiene. For the protection of personnel and animals,
procedures must be established for the regular cleaning of handling and holding areas.
6. Provisions must be made early for handling waste. Of principle concern is
segregating waste streams.
a. Determine where wastes will be treated to determine specific requirements
(especially for hazardous wastes).
b. Holding facilities will be needed for the following items (at a minimum):
Oily waste water (i.e., waste water which will be treated as hazardous waste);
Gray water (i.e., waste water that may be processed be disposed of as normal
sewage);
Oil contaminated materials/trash;
Medical waste; and
Simple trash.
c. Containment areas for liquid waste will need to be located in secondary
containment areas (e.g., lined berm containment).
7. Locations for handling diseased or dead birds should be chosen before
construction. These locations should provide isolation, and separate provisions for
waste removal.
8. Ventilation for disease control (for people and wildlife) will be a serious concern.
In addition to segregation and hygiene, adequate ventilation will be needed to minimize
transmission of airborne diseases vectors. To the maximum extent possible ventilation
should be segregated in accordance with other physical separation of populations.
9. Plan for VISITORS at REHAB centers. Visitors, as well as working personnel,
pose a hazard to the animals under care and vice versa. It is highly recommended that
a procedure be specifically adopted for receiving visitors and providing tours that will
minimize stress on wildlife and maintain adequate hygiene from oily contamination and
disease vectors.
a. Provide visitors with a briefing in an uncontaminated/non-working area including
rules and precautions. Emphasize the need to protect BOTH wildlife and visitors from
hazards associated with contaminants, disease vectors, and predator stress (i.e., the
wildlife do not know the difference between kindly humans and predators).
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b. Tour guides should take visitors on a brief tour that has been specifically
approved by rehab and safety supervisors. Visitors should not be allowed to handle or
approach animals.
c. Child visitors should generally be discouraged or be provided with a special tour
that involves a minimal exposure to the animals and work.
CHECK SHEET FOR NEW PERSONNEL:
We are concerned about your health and safety as well as that of your family! Because
there may be certain hazards associated with this work we want to make sure that
potential hazards are addressed.
New personnel coordinator:
Work scheduling office:
If you are pregnant please advise the personnel coordinator listed above so that
we can counsel you on special concerns for you and your future family member!
If you have not had a tetanus shot in the last five years, or are uncertain about
your last shot, please advise the new personnel coordinator listed above.
DO NOT BRING CHILDREN (under the age of 18 years) unless they have been
assigned a support function appropriate for their age, or you have been specifically
advised that day-care will be available during your scheduled work hours.
If you do not feel comfortable handling wildlife, please let the new personnel
coordinator know as soon as possible. There are many jobs to fill and MOST OF
THEM DO NOT INVOLVE ANIMAL HANDLING! You will be scheduled for work that
you are comfortable with and best suited for.
If you have special medication needs please advise the personnel coordinator
listed above. Bring enough medication (in a water tight container) for your scheduled
period of work.
If you have any allergies to animals or medication please advise the personnel
coordinator listed above.
To find out when, where, and how to report for work contact the work scheduling
office listed above. ,
Bring comfortable clothing to work in (i.e., throw-away clothing). You will be
provided with protective OUTER GARMENTS for protection from contact with oil and/or
cleaning agents, but it is important to have appropriate garments to wear underneath
this protective clothing.
Bring a change of clothing too. This will be important for keeping dry and/or
warm.
Bring plenty of clean white socks, and your favorite foot powder. You may spend
many hours standing in boots and working in water under harsh weather conditions.
Bring plenty of your favorite hand conditioner. You may spend many hours
working in gloves, water, and washing your hands.
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DO NOT wear make-up (if you must wear make-up before and after work be prepared
to remove make-up before working or redoing it before leaving). Due to potentially
harsh working conditions, or contact with potentially hazardous materials it is important
to avoid conditions which may aggravate these hazards.
Be sure to bring enough sunscreen for a whole day's exposure. This is especially
important if you will be working in the field where there may not be shelter. DO NOT
MAKE THIS INTO AN OPPORTUNITY TO IMPROVE YOUR TAN! Certain oils contain
skin cancer agents which may become more dangerous when exposed to the suns UV
light. The sun's UV light is also a skin cancer agent.
Bring heavy-duty sunglasses.
Bring a hat for protection from the weather and/or sun.
Bring extra clothing for cold weather. Check the weather before reporting for
work. You will probably UNDERESTIMATE clothing needs for the cold or rainy
conditions so BRING EXTRA CLOTHING for the cold or rain.
REMEMBER THE FOLLOWING SAFETY RULES:
J YOUR OWN SAFETY COMES FIRST! (You are a valuable asset for this effort
and we do not want to loose you to an accident or illness).
J NEVER WORK ALONE.
J AVOID CONTACT WITH OIL.
J If you do get oil on your skin wash it off as soon as possible.
J MINIMIZE CONTACT WITH WILDLIFE. Contact with wildlife is risky for you and
the wildlife.
J DO NOT SMOKE, EAT, or DRINK EXCEPT IN DESIGNATED CLEAN AREAS.
CLOTHING ENSEMBLE SELECTED FOR:
o Washing stations
o Other bird handling
o Triage/admission handlers
o Field capture
o Hazing
o OTHER:
HEAD, EYES, FACE:
o Hard hat o Safety glasses
o Splash goggles o Safety sunglasses
o Whole face splash shield o Hearing protection
o Other:
BODY PROTECTION:
o Chem resistant bib overalls o Disposablefpaper" overalls
o Chem resistant jacket o Disposable/"paper" jacket
o Chem resistant coveralls o Disposable/"paper" coveralls .
o Chem resistant apron o Disposablefpaper" apron
o Chem resistant arm-sleeves o Disposablefpaper" sleeves
o Other:
o Other:
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FOOT PROTECTION:
o Safety boots/shoes o Boot foot waders
o Hip-high boots o Stocking foot waders w/boots
o Chem resistant safety boots
o Chem resistant overboots o Disposable/"paper" booties
o Other:
o Other:
HAND PROTECTION:
o Chem resistant gloves o Surgical gloves
o Chem resistant arm length o Chem resistant long gloves
o Latex gloves o Combination glove w/sleeve
o Leather work gloves o Leather gloves (outer)
o Other:
o Other:
OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
o Whistle o Personal flotation device
o Mustang exposure suit o Hand fog signal
o Throwing line o Hand-held flare
o Battery strobe light o Dye marker
o Other:
o Other:
NOTES:
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ATTACHMENT 20: CARGOES THAT MAY CONTAIN BENZENE
(Taken from U.S. Coast Guard Commandant Instruction 6260.22)
This is a partial list of products (and their assigned CHRIS codes in parentheses) which
may contain benzene. Exact volumes will vary among manufacturers and batches.
Benzene vapor concentrations which may be produced by these products will also vary
from mixture to mixture, depending on the chemical properties and volume percentages
of the different components.
For purposes of PPE selection, products which contain 5% or more benzene (i.e., those
with high levels of benzene) must be treated as if they were a chemical spill response
until benzene concentrations are determined to be low (including liquid content and/or
concentrations in air).
For example:
Crude oil response would normally be treated as an operation with minimal risk of
benzene exposure. Level D ensembles might be used with respirators added as a safe
work practice to keep exposures as low as reasonably attainable during the initial
hours/days of close proximity work.
Gasoline spills would normally be treated as a chemical response for purposes of
selecting PPE ensembles until it can be determined that benzene content is less than
5% of the original mixture, or airborne concentrations are determined to be less than 1
ppm benzene. At that time the spill might be treated in a manner similar to crude oil.
SOME OILS/PRODUCTS EXPECTED TO CONTAIN LESS THAN 5% BENZENE:
Coal tar (COR)
Coal tar pitch (CTP)
Coal tar naphtha (NCT) coal tar: see "oil: coal tar (OCT)"
Jet fuel: JP-5 (JPV)..Similar to Commercial Jet A, JP-5 generally does not
contain benzene except in trace amounts. Consult MSDS sheets for specific
manufacturer.
oil: crude oil (OIL)
oil: coal tar (OCT)
SOME OILS/PRODUCTS THAT MAY CONTAIN MORE THAN 5% BENZENE (TREAT
AS HIGH BENZENE CONCENTRATION UNTIL OTHERWISE DETERMINED):
Benzene (BNZ)
Benzene hydrocarbon mixtures containing 10% or more benzene (BHB)
benzene hydrocarbon mixtures with acetylene (BHA)
Benzene, toluene, xylene mixtures (BTX)
C-5 mixture (15% or more benzene, isoprene, 1,3-pentadiene (CFX)
Cyclopentadiene, styrene, benzene mixtures (CSB)
Gas oil (GOC)
Gasoline: aromatic (GAR)
Gasoline: automotive (GAT)
Gasoline: aviation (GAV)
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Gasoline: pyrolysis (greater than 5% benzene) (GPY)
Gasoline: straight run (GSR)
Gasoline blending stock reformates (GRF)
Jet fuel: JP-4 (JPF)... similar to Commercial Jet B
Naphtha - see "coal tar naphtha" (NCT)
Naphtha: solvent (NSV)
Naphtha: Stoddard solvent (NSS)
Naphtha: VM&P (75% naphtha) (NVM)
Naphtha: see "petroleum naphtha (PTN)"
Petroleum naphtha (PTN)
White spirit (WSP)
White spirit (low 15-20% aromatic) (WSL)
SOME TRADE NAME PRODUCTS WHICH MAY CONTAIN BENZENE:
BUTADIENE, BENZENE MIX
COKE OVEN LIGHT OIL
COAL TAR LIGHT OIL
DEPENTANIZED AROMATIC STREAM
DRIPOLENE
ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE-CRUDE
HYTROLD
LIGHT AROMATICS CONTAINING BENZENE
NAPHTHA CRACKING FRACTION
PETROLEUM HYDROCARBON POLYMERS
PHENOL (AND CRESOL MIXTURES WITH 5% BENZENE OR MORE)
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ATTACHMENT 21: TRAINING QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
The following guide is provided to assist on-site supervisory personnel to determine
qualifications for personnel entering control areas. In general all personnel must have
adequate training to do their jobs safely. This includes the fundamentals of site safety,
and further includes safety conscious operational training (e.g., how to deploy boom
safely by boat). An ongoing training program to reinforce and build upon previous
training is also required (i.e., annual refresher training). It is not necessary to receive all
training in a single block of time or restrict it to a single training event.
A. Regulatory requirements. OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations (HAZWOPER)
Standard sets basic requirements for training of personnel. These requirements are
dependent on the operations (general/routine operations, emergency response
operations, or post-emergency response operations); on the individual's duties (e.g.,
first responders, general site workers, supervisors, special short term operations,
technicians, etc.); and on the degree of exposure (e.g., minimal exposure, unknown
exposures, etc). Requirements may change as operations progress from emergency
phase (first responders) to post-emergency phase (cleanup phases). At the same time
the degree of exposure risk is also changing with time (e.g., as high vapor pressure
products which might pose an inhalation hazard evaporate from the weathering oil, or
as the hazards become better characterized).
A.1. General requirements for EMERGENCY PHASE response operations (e.g., spill
control measures conducted prior to recovery). Specific requirements are found in 29
CFR 1910.120(q)(6). In Washington State: WAC 296- 62-3112-(6)
A.1.a. LEVEL 1-First Responder (awareness).
(1) This level is characterized as personnel that might discover a release and who are
simply expected to report the incident.
(2) Sufficient training, or proven experience in specific competencies is required.
(3) NOTE: For USCG personnel this level is general met by USCG RTC Yorktown
marine safety training.
A.1 .b. LEVEL 2--First Responder (operations).
(1) This level is characterized by responding in a DEFENSIVE manner and generally
without being exposed to risk (e.g., does not attempt to stop a leak).
(2) Level 1 competency plus eight hours of additional training, or proven experience in
specific competencies is required.
(3) NOTE: This level is general met by basic USCG Strike Team Training protocol.
A.1.C. LEVEL 3--HAZMAT Technician.
(1) This level is characterized by AGGRESSIVE response to stop a release (i.e.,
expecting some risk of exposure).
(2) Requires 24 hours of level 2 training and additional competencies.
(3) NOTE: This level is general met by basic USCG Strike Team Training protocol.
A. 1 .d. LEVEL 4--HAZMAT Specialist.
(1) This level is characterized by responding with and in support of technicians, but
which have specialty knowledge/ competencies.
(2) Requires 24 hours of level 3 plus additional competencies.
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(3) NOTE: This level is general met by basic USCG Strike Team Training protocol plus
advanced competencies such as response EMT qualification.
A.I.e. LEVEL 5-On-scene Incident Commander.
(1) This level is for personnel that may be called upon to assume supervisory (incident
command) responsibilities ON SCENE.
(2) Requires 24 hours of level 2 training plus proven experience in additional
competencies.
(3) NOTE: For non-entry supervision, this level is general met by USCG RTC Yorktown
MSPOC or PODC training, plus OJT, and designation as OSC rep by cognizant COTP
(for non-entry personnel). For purpose of entry supervision this level is general met by
basic USCG Strike Team qualification, plus OJT, and Response Officer (RO) or
Response Supervisor (RS) designation.
A.1.f. SPECIAL-Skilled support and specialists.
(1) Skilled support personnel (29 CFR 1910.120(q)(4), in Washington State: WAC
296-62-3112-(4)) are those skilled in operations needed to perform special tasks that
can not reasonably be expected to be performed safely by regular emergency
responders.
(a) EXAMPLE: Crane operators.
(b) TRAINING: Initial site briefing including protective equipment they will be using and
hazards involved.
(2) Specialists (29 CFR 1910.120(q)(5) in Washington State WAC 296-62-3112-(5))
are those personnel that will provide
technical advice/assistance with regard to the specific hazards or operations.
(a) EXAMPLE: Pesticide applicator.
(b) TRAINING: Demonstrated competency in their area of specialty.
A.2. General requirements for POST-EMERGENCY response operations (e.g., product
recovery operations) are described in reference (b) at 29 CFR 1910.120(q)( 11) (in
Washington State: WAC 296-62-3112-11 which) simply refers to the training
requirements for GENERAL HAZARDOUS WASTE OPERATIONS (i.e., routine
controlled sites) per 29 CFR 1910.120(e), in Washington State, WAC 296-62-0340.
The regulations require initial training, management/supervisory training, and annual
refresher training.
NOTE: Emergency phase operations (such as off loading product from damaged tanks)
and post-emergency phase operations (such as beach cleanup work) may take place at
the same time.
A.2.a. Initial training. There are two categories of initial training depending on the
degree of exposure and the amount of time expected to be spent on site.
(1) General site workers. General site workers (e.g., general laborers or equipment
operators) must have:
40 hours off site,
24 hours supervised field experience, & eight hours annual refresher.
{2) Minimal hazard workers. Routine site workers who work in areas that have been
monitored and fully characterized such that exposures are within permissible limits (and
published limits or other hazards); OR
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site employees who are on site only occasionally for a specific limited task, and who are
unlikely to be exposed over permissible exposure limits (or published limits) may be
trained as follows:
24 hours off site
Eight hours supervised field experience, & eight hours annual refresher training.
A.2.b. MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY TRAINING. On-site managers and
supervisors directly responsible for, or who supervise employees engaged in,
hazardous waste operations shall have the same initial training as the personnel they
supervise. They then must receive at least another eight hours of training in hazardous
waste operations management:
40 hours off site (may be reduced to 24 hours if all employees supervised are
permitted to be trained at this level),
40 hours supervised field experience (may be reduced to eight hours if all
employees supervised are permitted to be trained at this level), and eight hours of
hazardous waste operations management.
NOTE: For NON-ENTRY supervision, this level is general met by USCG RTC
Yorktown MSPOC or PODC training, plus OJT, and designation as OSC rep by
cognizant COTP (for non-entry personnel).
NOTE: For ENTRY supervision this level is general met by basic USCG Strike
Team qualification, plus OJT, and Response Officer (RO) or Response Supervisor (RS)
designation.
A.2.c. Training requirements for OIL SPILL RESPONSE personnel working during
post-emergency phase operations have been published by OSHA (OSHA Compliance
guideline CPL 2-2.51 (11/5/90) "Inspection Guidelines for Post-Emergency Response
Operations Under 29 CFR 1910.120"). In Washington State, WRD 91-1.
(1) Reduced training for these operations is considered a non-serious violation of the
regulations (i.e., a "de minimis" violation).
(2) In general four hours of training is expected to be adequate to meet this "de
minimis" criteria (depending on state requirements as determined by the cognizant
Regional Response Team (RRT)). In Washington State, eight hours is required. Other
requirements must also be met (e.g., adequate supervision by fully trained personnel).
(3) Continuing training should be pursued to bring these personnel up to a level of
qualification in accordance with A.2.a.(2) above. This should include safety conscious
operational training (e.g., "safe work practices for oily bird rehabilitation."
B. Decision guide for on-site training assessment (minimum requirements):
C. Decision guide for on-site training assessment (continued):
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ATTACHMENT 22: MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY BRIEFING
One of the most dangerous operations performed by pollution response personnel is
driving to and from the spill site. This is particularly true when driving vehicles that you
are unfamiliar with such as motor pool and rental vehicles. Familiarize yourself with
your vehicle before driving. Walk around and check the outside condition, familiarize
yourself with the interior as well, and make all adjustments before driving a vehicle,
o Signs of accident damage:
o Tires inflated
o Gas cap is in place and sufficiently tight
o Front hood and trunk are closed securely
o Spare tire is in good condition
o Locate tire changing equipment
o Locate road emergency kit (government vehicles)
o Check that exterior lights function properly
o Headlights (dim)
o Headlights (bright)
o Parking lights
o Emergency flashers (front and rear)
o Left turn indicator (front and rear)
o Right turn indicator (front and rear)
o Brake lights
o Side mirrors adjusted and in good condition
o Adjust the rear view mirror
o Horn works properly
o Seat belts are in good condition
o Locate your sunglasses
o Locate the headlight switch
o Locate the headlight dimmer switch
o Locate the windshield wiper switch
o Locate the windshield washer switch
o Locate panel light brightness adjustment
o Locate heating and air conditioning switches
o Locate radio/cassette control switches
With ignition switch on (before ignition) check
o Low oil light/gauge
o Battery charging failure light/gauge
o Engine overheating light/gauge
GET YOUR ATTITUDE RIGHT before driving!
Pollution response personnel must function with "DELIBERATE speed"... not
reckless speed.
Forget schedules while driving! The road is no place to make up lost time.
SETTLE DOWN! Do not bring frustrations into the vehicle with you.
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Make up your mind to be the most courteous driver on the road. Forget about
getting even with bad drivers on the road Forget about competing with other drivers.
Expect other drivers to make stupid mistakes, and prepare to deal with their
mistakes.
Having the right-of-way is no substitute for being alive. Expect the other drivers
to break the rules.
Use your parking lights ONLY WHEN PARKED! Use your headlights during all
conditions of reduced visibility (dawn, dusk, fog).
Do not drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Coffee, cold showers, fresh
air, or other "remedies" will not make you sober. Only time will make you sober.
COFFEE IS ALSO A DRUG and may actually cause hallucinations!
Take frequent breaks about every hour or 100 miles. If you decide to take a nap,
pull over at a well lighted rest stop and keep your doors locked while you are sleeping.
Conditions that increase the likelihood of highway hypnosis include:
1. Driving too long without a break
2. Driving at night
3. Staring straight ahead instead of scanning all directions
4.
Look ahead for problems and maintain a safe distance behind the car in front of
you.
Slow and steady is the best pace for driving on snow, ice, or other slippery road
surfaces. Do not hit your brakes hard or accelerate quickly.
Do not stare into the headlights of oncoming traffic.
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ATTACHMENT 23: BITES, STINGS, AND POISONOUS PLANTS
Personnel briefed on first aid procedures must understand that "FIRST" aid implies that
further treatment will probably be needed from trained/qualified medical personnel.
See the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Training Manual or the American
Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons' "Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick
and Injured" for additional information and updated procedures.
INDEX:
I. POISONOUSMNFECTIOUS INSECTS
A. PREVENTION
B. BEE STINGS
C. POISONOUS SPIDERS
1. BLACK WIDOW
2. BROWN RECLUSE
D. TICKS
II. POISONOUS SNAKES, ANIMAL BITES, AND MARINE ANIMAL PUNCTURES A.
GENERAL
B. ANIMAL BITES AND RABIES
1.
PREVENTION
2.
FIRST AID FOR ANIMAL BITES/RABIES
SNAKE BITES
1.
PREVENTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION
2.
PIT VIPERS
3.
CORAL SNAKES
4.
FIRST AID FOR POISONOU§_SNAKE
Marine stings and punctures
1.
JELLYFISH, MAN-O-WAR, ANEMONES, CORALS, & HYDRAS
2.
URCHINS, CONE SHELLS, STINGRAYS, and SPINY FISH
III. POISONOUS PLANTS
A. GENERAL INFORMATION/PREVENTION
B. FIRST AID FOR POISONOUS PLANTS
I. POISONOUSMNFECTIOUS INSECTS. The primary concern here is ticks
carrying lymes disease, poisonous spiders, bee stings, allergic sensitivities, and for
certain response operations mosquitoes that may be carriers of infectious diseases.
A. PREVENTION.
1. During morning safety briefings, provide information on the location of hazards
and how to deal with problems.
2. Personnel should be provided with long-sleeved clothing and insect repellent in
designated areas.
3. Personnel should inspect each other for ticks and signs of infected bites during
breaks when working in designated areas.
4. Personnel with allergies to bee stings or insect
bites may suffer a medical emergency if bitten. Supervisors on site should be prepared
to deal with these medical emergencies.
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5. Personnel with severe allergies must work in areas away from known/suspected
bee hazards.
B. BEE STINGS. When a bee stings it may leave a stinger in the wound which will -
continue to inject venom. Wasps, hornets, and ants do not have this type of stinger, but
they can produce multiple bites.
1. The following signs or symptoms may indicate an allergic reaction:
Swollen throat, difficulty breathing, or noisy breathing;
Sudden pain, severe itching, hives (or itching over the body), headache, acute
redness and/or swelling of the wound;
White, firm swelling in the skin with itching
Reduced consciousness, or shock.
2. FIRST AID.
Wash the wound with soap and water.
If symptoms of allergic reaction are present REQUEST MEDICAL ASSISTANCE and
treat for shock.
If stinger remains embedded, try to remove it
WITHOUT SQUEEZING IT (this may inject more poison into the wound). Avoid using a
tweezers since it may squeeze the stinger. Scrape the stinger out with a plastic card
(e.g., credit card or drivers license).
Persons with severe allergy to bee stings may carry an emergency treatment kit.
Use a cold pack to reduce/limit swelling. DO
NOT PLACE A COLD PACK DIRECTLY ON THE SKIN! Place gauze pad or clean cloth
on the skin to prevent direct skin contact with the pack.
Keep the wounded area below the level of the heart to slow the venom's spread.
DO NOT administer aspirin or alcohol sincethis will dialate blood vessels enhancing
spread of poison.
C. POISONOUS SPIDERS.
1. BLACK WIDOW.
a. The black widow has a glossy black body that is about 1/2 inch long, and
is almost an inch long when including the legs. The body is bulbous in shape with a
characteristic red hour glass shape on the bottom side of the abdomen (it is not easily
seen from above).
b. The black widow is a web building spider found in most parts of the U.S.
and even into Canada, but generally prefers warm climates.
c. The most serious symptoms of a black widow bite are those of systemic
poisoning. Initially the bite may produce no pain, and may not swell or cause local
symptoms. As systemic symptoms develop they may initially appear similar to a severe
case of the flu, but can develop into other more severe symptoms. Signs and
symptoms can include:
Severe abdominal pain (similar to appendicitis), rigidity, pain/cramps in the
muscles, and/or tightness in the chest and difficulty breathing; pain in the soles of the
feet; alternating dry mouth and heavy salivation, nausea, and/or vomiting;
Profuse sweating, or swollen eyelids.
d. FIRST AID.
(1) Wash the wound with soap and water.
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(2) Request medical assistance to address symptoms. The person usually recovers
after several days of illness.
(3) If symptoms of allergic reaction are present treat for shock.
(4) A cold pack may be helpful if the bite is quickly recognized.
2. BROWN RECLUSE.
a. The brown recluse has a brown body about 1/8 inch long and about 1/2
inch long including the legs. It has a characteristic fiddle shape on the back.
b. The brown recluse does not build webs but may be encountered indoors in
hiding locations. For this reason these spiders rarely bother humans, but some bites
occur in the areas around Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Missouri.
c. The most serious symptoms of the brown recluse bite are local effects. There
may be no noticeable effect from this bite. In severe cases a red area appears around
the bite. A crust may develop and fall off while the area of redness grows deeper.
These bites may take several months to heal.
d. FIRST AID.
(1) Wash the wound with soap and water.
(2) If symptoms of allergic reaction are present REQUEST MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
and treat for shock.
(3) There is no good first aid for spider bites other than cleaning the wound if it can be
found. A cold pack may be helpful if the bite is quickly recognized. A physician can
address symptoms and the person usually recovers after several days of illness. In
particular the local tissue damage from a brown recluse bite may develop gangrene.
D. TICKS.
1. Ticks are about 1/4 inch long. They attempt to
bury their heads and crab-like pincers beneath the skin leaving only their bodies
exposed above the skin.
2. Ticks carry infectious diseases (rocky mountain
spotted fever or lymes disease) in this way into your blood. In most cases disease will
not result, but flu like symptoms may develop several days later including:
Fever
Rash
Joint pain
Headaches.
3. FIRST AID FOR POISONOUS\INFECTIOUS INSECTS.
a. Wash the wound with soap and water.
b. If symptoms of allergic reaction are present REQUEST MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
and treat for shock.
c. Try using alcohol, oils, or a heated paper clip to encourage the tick to release its
grip. Grasp the tick and remove it quickly when it shows signs of letting go (the tick
may wiggle its legs in an attempt to withdraw from the skin). If the head remains under
the skin, soak the area several times daily and use a tweezers to attempt to remove.
d. If fever, rash, or headaches develop within several weeks contact medical
personnel.
II. POISONOUS SNAKES, ANIMAL BITES, AND MARINE ANIMAL PUNCTURES.
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A. GENERAL
1. In addition to animal bites (including bites by humans) and snake bites; stings
from jellyfish, Portuguese man-o-war, anemones, corals, and hydras may be painful or
cause allergic reactions. Similarly urchins, cone shells, stingrays, spiny fish (e.g.,
catfish, certain toads, or oyster fish) can cause allergic reactions or infection.
2. Personnel should also be briefed on procedures to follow in the event of a bite,
and known or suspected locations where problems may occur.
3. All personnel working in designated areas should be provided with snake
leggings or hip high boots. Appropriate work clothing will also help prevent many other
bite related problems.
4. If personnel notice potentially infected animals on site they should notify their
supervisor immediately, EVEN IF NO ONE HAS BEEN BITTEN. Other personnel must
be kept away from potentially infected animals until animal control authorities take
appropriate action.
B. ANIMAL BITES AND RABIES.
1. PREVENTION.
a. The following signs/symptoms may indicate infected ANIMAL BITES in
unreported cases (infection can develop within hours of a bite):
Pain or tenderness of a wound
Redness, heat, or swelling around the wound - pus under the skin or in the
wound
Red streaks trailing from the wound
Swollen lymph nodes in arm pits/groin/neck,
b. RABIES is a serious infection typically
passed to humans by the saliva of diseased animal carriers such as those listed below.
(1) It is generally recognized that rabid animals may drool or act irritable, but any
strange/abnormal behavior can also indicate infected animals. Infected animals may
also act strangely quiet, partially paralyzed, or unafraid of humans.
(2) Some common animal sources of rabies include:
Skunks, Prairie dogs, Foxes, Bats, Dogs, Cats, Raccoons, even Cows,
c. If personnel notice potentially infected animals on site they should notify their
supervisor immediately, EVEN IF NO ONE HAS BEEN BITTEN. Other personnel must
be kept away from potentially infected animals until animal control authorities take
appropriate action.
2. FIRST AID FOR ANIMAL BITES/RABIES.
a. Get medical attention ASAP to address infection hazards and/or
poisoning.
b. Determine when person last had tetanus immunization (contact unit holding
medical records for assistance).
c. Interview victims and witnesses to attempt to identify the specific type of animal
that gave a bite and/or unusual behaviors.
d. GENERAL first aid for animal bites:
(1) Control serious bleeding. Apply pressure using a gauze pad. Use of tourniquets IS
NOT advised unless absolutely necessary.
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(2) WASH YOUR HANDS before touching a wound. Personnel should also wear
RUBBER GLOVES and FACE SHIELD for working around human blood.
(3) Wash wounds that are not bleeding heavily. Use plain soapy water. Trained
medical personnel must clean serious wounds.
(4) Cover with clean dressing and bandage.
e. RABIES treatment must be administered by medical personnel. Prompt
treatment is essential since there is no cure for rabies if it is allowed to develop in a
wound. Rabies shots must be started quickly in order to prevent infection by building up
immunity.
II. SNAKES, ANIMAL BITES, & MARINE ANIMAL PUNCTURES
C. SNAKEBITES.
1. PREVENTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION.
a. Many SNAKE BITES will not transmit venom.
b. Snakes tend to be shy and will not attack people unless provoked! Water
Moccasins are more aggressive than other snakes.
c. With the exception of coral snakes, the common poisonous snakes of the United
States will leave fang marks (two side-by-side holes). These will be about a half inch
apart surrounded by an area of swelling, discoloration, and pain.
d. In some cases teeth marks will also be present along with the fang marks.
2. PIT VIPERS (such as rattlesnakes) are the most common poisonous snakes in
the U.S.
a. Pit vipers produce a strong sensation of heat around the fang marks starting
within several minutes of being bitten. This sensation continues to spread for about a
day and a half.
b. Systemic signs and symptoms may or may not appear but can include:
Weakness
Sweating
Faintness
Shock
3. CORAL SNAKES. Coral snakes are very rare, small, and very colorful snakes.
a. They are covered by alternating bands that COMPLETELY ENCIRCLE their
bodies in bright red, yellow, and black. A number of harmless snakes have similar
colors and patterns. Only the coral snake has red and yellow (may appear whitish in
color) bands in contact with each other. A common memory aid is:
"RED ON YELLOW WILL KILL A FELLOW,
RED ON BLACK, THE VENOM WILL LACK."
b. Coral snakes are most commonly found in the United States in Florida and the
desert southwest.
c. Coral snakes have very tiny fangs and the teeth can also transmit poison. There
mouths are also small. Venom is usually not transmitted unless the snake has the
opportunity to chew on a small part of the body, so heavy clothing will greatly help
prevent venom from getting into the blood.
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d. Although venom transmission is unlikely from
coral snakes, and few cases result in significant local symptoms, the SYSTEMIC
EFFECTS MAY BE VERY SEVERE:
(1) This poison can effect the brain.
(2) Respiratory paralysis may occur.
(3) Bizarre behavior and unusual eye/eyelid movement may result.
4. FIRST AID FOR POISONOUS SNAKE.
a. Get medical attention ASAP to address infection hazards and poisoning.
b. Determine when person last had tetanus immunization (contact unit
holding medical records for assistance).
c. Interview victims and witnesses to attempt to identify the specific type of
snake that gave a bite. Collect snakes that have been killed to facilitate later
identification by experts attempting to identify antivenin needed.
d. GENERAL first aid:
(1) Control serious bleeding. Apply pressure using a gauze pad. Use of tourniquets IS
NOT advised unless absolutely necessary.
(2) WASH YOUR HANDS before touching a wound. Personnel should wear RUBBER
GLOVES and FACE SHIELD for working around human blood.
(3) Wash wounds that are not bleeding heavily. Use plain soapy water. Trained
medical personnel must clean serious wounds.
(4) Cover with clean dressing and bandage.
e. Serious health effects of POISONOUS SNAKE BITES will be greatly reduced by
keeping the bitten person as calm as possible and seeking prompt medical attention.
(1) KEEP THE VICTIM STILL! This will slow the spreading of venom.
(2) Place the bite area below the level of the heart to slow the spread of venom.
(3) Wash the bite area with soap and water.
(4) Use a splint to immobilize the bitten area if it is on an arm or leg.
(5) Use cold pack if medical attention may be delayed. DO NOT PLACE COLD PACK
DIRECTLY ON SKIN! Place gauze/clean cloth on skin to prevent direct contact with
cold pack.
(6) Treat for shock if necessary.
(7) Take notes from the victim/ witnesses of what the snake looked like.
(8) DO NOT administer aspirin or alcohol since this will dilate blood vessels.
(9) DO NOT use incisions or suction to attempt to draw out poison.
(10) DO NOT use tourniquets.
(11) Seeking prompt medical attention and keeping the victim still are the two most
important keys to minimizing this health risk. HOWEVER, the need to move the victim
toward medical attention will also tend to spread the venom. As a general rule, do not
move the victims toward medical care unless this will delay treatment by more than a
half hour.
D. Marine stings and punctures.
1. JELLYFISH, PORTUGUESE MAN-O-WAR, ANEMONES, CORALS, and
HYDRAS. Do not rub or scratch the affected areas. Sprinkle alcohol on the affected
area (to denature the toxin), follow with meat tenderizer and talcum if available.
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ALLERGIC REACTIONS or RESPIRATORY ARREST may occur in sensitive
individuals.
2. URCHINS, CONE SHELLS, STINGRAYS, SPINY FISH (e.g., catfish, certain
toads, or oyster fish). Soak in very warm water for 30 minutes (do not use water that is
so hot that it burns) to denature the toxin. Allergic reactions and collapse may result in
sensitive individuals. Infections or tetanus may develop.
III. POISONOUS PLANTS.
A. GENERAL INFORMATION/PREVENTION.
1. Personnel should be informed of known and
suspected locations where these plants may be contacted.
2. Personnel should also be briefed on procedures to follow in the event of contact.
3. Long sleeved clothing should be worn in areas designated to contain these
plants.
4. Signs and symptoms of skin contact with poisonous plants:
Itching
Burning
Blister formation
B. FIRST AID FOR POISONOUS PLANTS.
1. DO NOT SCRATCH. Scratching will only spread the poison and work it into the
skin.
2. If these plants are accidentally touched, the plant sap should be washed off of
the affected area with soapy water immediately.
3. Medical attention may be needed if prolonged or serious conditions result.
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ATTACHMENT 24: DRUM HANDLING AND SPILL CONTAINMENT 8-90
Detailed regulations regarding drum handling and spill containment can be found at 29
CFR 1910.120Q)
I. Handling Drums.
A. Drums shall be inspected and given a unique identification prior to being moved.
B. Movement of drums must be kept to a minimum.
C. To the greatest extent possible, drums shall not be
moved by unaided manual methods, o Safe manual lifting procedures are provided as
attachment 8.
D. Prior to shipment, each drum must be in good condition
(or overpacked) and properly labeled in accordance with 49 CFR requirements.
E. A log shall be maintained to keep track of sampling, repacking/overpacking,
bulking/consolidation, on-site movement, off-site shipment, and any other significant
events related to each individual drum.
F. Bulking or product consolidation is allowed only after individual product contents
have been characterized.
G. Metal detectors, ground penetrating devices/systems, or other detection methods
shall be used to determine the location of buried drums before excavation at sites.
II. Opening and sampling drums.
A. If airlines are used, they must be located to prevent physical damage or
contamination.
B. When opening drums, the minimum number of employees shall be allowed in the
work area.
C. To the extent possible drums shall be opened remotely or with a suitable shield
for personnel. IN PARTICULAR drums showing signs of being pressurized (high
pressure or vacuum), containing flammable, or explosive materials must be opened
with appropriate remote opening equipment and shields.
D. When opening potentially flammable product drums spark proof tools shall be
used. Fire suppression equipment must be located nearby in a shielded/protected
location ready for use.
E. A specific work plan shall be developed for handling of drums or containers
involving RADIOACTIVE or SHOCK SENSITIVE materials, and LAB PACKS. Lab
packs must be opened and inner packages characterized only by personnel familiar
with lab pack hazards, inspection, and classification. CRYSTALLIZED materials on
inner packages in lab packs shall be handled as SHOCK SENSITIVE until
characterized otherwise.
F. Specific equipment to be used for sampling drums shall
be noted in the work plan.
III. Staging and containment areas.
A. Pathways for hazardous substance dispersion:
o Pathways are depicted on the site safety map provided as attachment 2.
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B. When drums are moved from their original locations to a work area or staging
area, a spill containment area must be constructed for those locations. The
containment should be able to contain the maximum loss from any of the containers in
the area.
C. Safe access and egress points must be provided to all staging areas. Adequate
room and ramps must be provided for heavy equipment used to handle drums (e.g.,
bobcats with drum grapplers). A secondary emergency egress point must also be
made available.
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PROPOSED ASTM STANDARD
Standard Guide for Developing a Site Safety and Health Plan and Emergency Plan
for Responding Personnel at Oil Spills
1. Scope
This guide is intended to facilitate the rapid development of a written site safety and health plan (SSHP) during
the emergency and post emergency phases of small or large oil spill responses. It is intended to address all
aspects of a plan to cover the safety and health of "responding personnel." SSHPs are intended to help mount a
rapid response to an oil release in a safe manner and to provide readily available information on the response
approach to responders, regulators and others with a need to know. This guide provides the basis by which a
SSHP can be developed.
2. Resource Documents
2.1 Federal Standards:
• 29 CFR 1910.120 - OSHA Regulations for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Responses.
(HAZWOPER).
• 40 CFR 300 - National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan.
• OSHA Compliance Guideline CPL. 2-2.51 (11/5/90) "Inspection Guidelines for Post Emergency
Response Operations Under 29 CFR 1910.120."
• 49 CFR - Subchapter B Part 130 - Oil Spill Prevention and Response Plans.
2.2 National Fire Protection Association Standard: (phone: 617-770-4543)
• Standard for Professional Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials Incidents - NFPA 472.
• Control of Gas Hazards Aboard Vessels - NFPA 306.
2.3 Other Documents:
• NIOSH/OSHA/USCG/EPA Occupational Safety and Health Guidance Manual for Hazardous Waste
Site Activities (NIOSH 85-115). (phone: 800-356-4674)
• "Oil Spill Contingency Planning," October 1990, DOT and EPA Status Report to the President.
• NIOSH Health Evaluation Report "Exxon/Valdez Alaska Oil Spill" (HETA 89-200 and 89-273-2111,
May 1991). (phone: 800-356-4674)
• "Rehabilitating Oiled Sea Birds - A Field Manual." International Bird Rescue Research Center, 699
Potter Street, Berkeley, CA. (phone: 510-841-9086)
• "Oiled Bird Rehabilitation - A Guide for Establishing and Operating a Treatment Facility for
Oiled Birds." 1989. Tri-State Bird Rescue and Research, Inc., 110 Possum Hollow Rd., Newark, DE
19711. (phone: 302-737-7241/9543, pager: 800-710-0695)
• US Coast Guard COMDTNOTE 16471 (G-MEP-4) "Establishment of Area Committees and
Development of Area Contingency Plans," September 30, 1993.
• "Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents and Biological Exposure
Indices," American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, Cincinnati, OH. (phone: 513-
742-2020)
3. Terminology
Description of Terms Common to Oil Spills:
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3.1.1 Area Contingency Plans (ACPs) - A large spill potentially requires an organization to deal with multiple
geographic areas, numerous organizations, diverse tasking, and multiple jurisdictions. The Area
Contingency Plan is prepared in advance by the applicable Federal On-Scene Coordinator,
senior response officials from state and local jurisdictions, and an Area Committee to document the initial
organization structure for spill response (among other things).
3.1.2 Buddy System - A system of organizing employees into work groups in such a manner that each
employee of the work group is designated to be observed by at least one other employee in the work
group. The purpose of the buddy system is to provide rapid assistance to employees in the event of an
emergency.
3.1.3 Cold Zone/Clean Support Zone - The minimal exposure areas maintained as uncontaminated locations for
support functions. Command posts, food service areas, and new equipment storage and staging areas are
examples of cold zone support functions. This zone is also called a "clean zone" or "support zone."
(NFPA 472, 1-3)
3.1.4 Confined Space - A space that is large enough and so configured that an employee can bodily enter and
perform assigned work and has limited or restricted means for entry or exit (for example tanks, vessels,
storage bins, and pits or spaces that may have limited means of entry), and is not designed for continuous
employee occupancy.
3.1.5 Contamination Reduction Zone - See definition of warm zone.
3.1.6 Emergency Phase - Period of time during which response efforts are carried out by employees from
outside the immediate release area or by other designated responders to an occurrence which results, or is
likely to result in an uncontrolled release of a hazardous substance. This phase ends when the post-
emergency phase begins.
3.1.7 Exclusion Zone - See definition of hot zone.
3.1.8 Hot Zone/Exclusion Zone - Hot zones are used to define areas where there are exposure hazards. Hot
zones should extend far enough to prevent adverse effects to unprotected personnel from the hazards of
the spill or release. (NFPA 472, 1-3)
3.1.9 Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH) - An atmospheric concentration of any toxic, corrosive
or asphyxiant substance that poses an immediate threat to life or would cause irreversible or delayed
adverse health effects or would interfere with an individual's ability to escape from a dangerous
atmosphere.
3.1.10 Incident Command System (ICS) - A response management system which provides an organizational
structure and procedures to be followed by the spill management team when responding to a spill.
3.1.11 Incident Commander (IC) - The senior official on the site who has the responsibility for controlling the
operations at the site.
3.1.12 National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - The scientific arm of the federal
government for dealing with the weather and the ocean. The NOAA Hazardous Materials Group deals
with spills and works closely with the US Coast Guard in spill response. NOAA is also the lead federal
agency in dealing with Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA).
3.1.13 Oil - Means oil of any kind or in any form, including, but not limited to, petroleum, fuel oil, sludge,
oil refuse, and oil mixed with wastes other than dredged soil, but does not include petroleum,
including crude oil or any fraction thereof, which is specifically listed or designated as a hazardous
substance under subparagraphs (A) through (F) of Section 101(14) of the Comprehensive Environmental
Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) (42 U.S.C. 9601).
3.1.14 On-Scene Coordinator (OSC) - The predesignated official responsible for incident management in
accordance with the national contingency plan. Federal On-Scene Coordinator (FOSC) - Is the
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predesignated federal official responsible for ensuring immediate and effective response to a discharge or
threatened discharge of oil or hazardous substance. The US Coast Guard designates FOSCs for the US
coastal zones and the US EPA designates FOSCs for inland zones.
i.l5 Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) - The inhalation exposure limit specified in 29 CFR 1910.1000 or
applicable state standards. These limits may be expressed as 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA),
Ceiling Limit, or 15-minute Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL).
3.1.16 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - This is equipment provided to shield or isolate a person from a
chemical or physical hazard. PPE is typically provided for skin, eyes, face, hands, feet, head, body,
hearing, and respiratory system. (NFPA 471, 1-3)
3.1.17 Post-emergency Phase - That portion of an emergency response performed after the immediate
threat from a release has been mitigated or eliminated and cleanup of the site has begun. Post-
Emergency phase can run simultaneously with the Emergency phase in separate geographic areas of the
spill response operation.
3.1.18 Responsible Party - Generally the owner or operator of a vessel, facility or pipeline. The
Responsible Party is liable for spill removal costs and damages.
3.1.19 Site Safety Officer (SSO) - The individual located at the site who is responsible to the employer/owner
and has the authority and knowledge necessary to implement the site safety and health plan and verify
compliance with applicable safety and health requirements.
3.1.20 Spills of National Significance (SONS) - Spills of extreme magnitude or severity. Only the Commandant
of the US Coast Guard or the Administrator of the EPA can declare a particular incident to be a SONS.
3.1.21 Support Zone - See definition of Cold Zone.
3.1.22 Threshold Limit Value (American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists TLV-TWA) -
Airborne concentrations of substances which represent conditions to whichnearly all workers may be
repeatedly exposed, day after day, without adverse health effects. These limits may be expressed as 8-
hour time-weighted average (TWA), Ceiling Limit, or 15-minute Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL).
3.1.23 Unified Command (UC) - Command and control of a large spill is expected to be coordinated using a UC
system. The OSC is charged with establishing a UC organization where appropriate to include the State
and Responsible Party representatives. The OSC assigns individuals from the response community
(federal, state, local, or private) to the UC organization.
3.1.24 Work Area - All the areas designated as either warm or hot zones.
3.1.25 Work Near Water - All personnel working in boats, on docks, or generally within 10 feet of water
deeper than three feet, shall wear US Coast Guard approved personal floatation devices (PFDs).
3.1.26 Warm Zone/Contamination Reduction Zone - The zones where many control functions take place (e.g.,
personnel log in and out, personnel are decontaminated, and dirty equipment is stored or
decontaminated). These zones are also called "decontamination," "contamination reduction," or "limited
access zones." (NFPA 472, 1-3)
4. Significance and Use
This guide is intended to help in developing a site safety and health plan (SSHP). The SSHP is intended for use
in both the emergency and post-emergency phases of a spill response. The SSHP can be used for both small and
large spill responses and can be completed rapidly so that responders can begin cleanup efforts sooner. The
concise structure of the SSHP also promotes a readily usable format for spill responders.
5. Contents of the Plan
^e Safety and Health Emergency Response Plan consists of three parts:
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A basic site specific plan containing the following:
• Site Characterization
® Control Measures
• Work Plan
o Training
• Organization
• Emergency Plan
® Pre-entry Briefing
5.2 Attachments to be used to augment the basic plan and provide additional information and detail:
• Site Map
• Hazardous Substance Information Sheets (MSDS, etc.)
« Site Hazards
• Monitoring Program
• Training Program
• Confined Space Entry Procedure
• Safe Work Practices for Boats
• Personal Protective Equipment Descriptions
• Decontamination
o Communication and Organization
• Site Emergency Response Plan
5.3 Appendices provided as resources and additional information:
• Site Safety Program Evaluation Checklist
• Confined Space Entry Checklist
o Heat Stress Considerations
o Cold Stress and Hypothermia Considerations
• First Aid for Bites, Stings and Poisonous Plant Contact
® Safe Work Practices for Oily Bird Rehabilitation
• Spill Site Pre-Entry Briefing
• Personnel Tracking System
6. Initial Steps for Effective Use of the Plan
6.1 Emergency Response:
A. Complete the two-page Safety and Health Emergency Response Plan checklist for initial site entry
and response. In each category check/complete all that apply. Separate checklists should be prepared for
each site and a master site list should be maintained.
B. Complete or provide the site map. The map may include:
• evacuation routes
• area to be evacuated (if any)
• contaminated zone
• decontamination zone
« location of first aid/hospital facilities
C. Provide hazard information on the spilled product, suctras MSDS or other data.
D. Provide other information in the form of attachments or appendices, as needed.
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E. Revise the site plan, site map and attachments as conditions at the site change. Attach these
revisions to the original plan and number them consecutively.
Post-Emergency Response:
A. Complete the two-page Safety and Health Emergency Response Plan checklist or revise the existing plan
in use for emergency response. Revise as conditions at the site change.
B. Complete or revise the site map, including the information listed for Emergency Response as well
as location of the Command Center and other information as needed.
C. Complete the attachments to provide more site-specific information as required by OSHA 29 CFR
1910.120. Some attachments, such as Confined Space Entry Procedures and Safe Work Practices
for Boats may not be applicable, depending on the spill site.
D. Use the appendices as resources and additional information as needed.
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SAFETY AND HEALTH / EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN
APPLIES TO SITE:
DATE/TIME:
INCIDENT:
PRODUCT(S):
(Attach MSDS)
SITE CHARACTERIZATION: I iManne vessel I iPipeline
(See Site Map) | jOther:
QStorage facility QTruck/Rail car
Water
Q Bay Q Canal Q Creek
I | Muddy Q Sandy | | Rocky
I | River Q Ocean Q] Shoreline Q Wetlands
I |Other:
Waves
QHeight: ft [^Direction:
Current
I |Speed : mph/kts [^Direction:
Land
I iBrushland | | Forest
| |Other:
[^Grassland
QjHills | | Mountains
Use
[^Commercial | |Farmland
Q] Recreational Q Residential
[^Government
I |Other:
| llndustnal | |Pubhc
Weather
Qlce | | Rain | |Snow
I |Temp: °F | |Wind/Dir:
I | Other:
mph
Pathways for Dispersion QjAir Q Water | |Land I lOther:
Site Hazards
I | Boat safety
I | Chemical hazards
I | Cold stress
PI Confined spaces
I | Drum handling
I | Equipment operations
I | Electrical hazards
I | Fatigue
Air Monitoring
%0, %LEL
Q Fire, explosion, in-situ burning
[~| Heat Stress
I | Helicopter operations
~ Lifting
I | Motor vehicles
I | Noise
I | Overhead/buried utilities
I | Plants/wildlife
ppm Benzene
ppm H2S
I | Visibility
I | Pumps and hoses
I I Steam and hot water
I | UV radiation
I | Slips, trips and falls
I | Trenching/excavation
f~"l Weather
I | Work near water
Other (specify):
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CONTROL MEASURES:
Engineering Controls
I I Source of release secured
I | Site secured
Personal Protective Equipment
~ impervious suits-
~Inner gloves:
~Outer gloves.
I | Flame resistant clothing:
~ Hard hats
I I Valve(s) closed
I | Energy sources locked/tagged out
I | Respirators.
I | Eye protection.
~ Personal floatation:
I |Boots:
I |Other:
| | Facility shut down
I | Other-
Decontamination
Sanitation
Illumination
I | Stations established
I | Facilities provided per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(n)
~ Facilities provided per OSHA 29 CFR 1910. 120(m)
CONTROL MEASURES (continued):
Medical Surveillance ~ Provided per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(0
WORK PLAN: (Buddy system must be used)
I I Booming | | Skimming | | Vac trucks ~ Pumping | | Excavation
Heavy equip |~~1 Sorbant pads I~1 Patching f~|Hot work [~lShonng
I I Appropriate permits used ~ Other (describe):
TRAINING:
f~l Verified site workers trained per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120
ORGANIZATION:
Tide
Incident Commander
Deputy Incident Commander:
Safety Officer:
Public Affairs Officer:
Other:
Name
Telephone/Radio
EMERGENCY PLAN:
I |Alarm system:
I |Evacuation plan:
~ First aid locations:
Notified:
~ Hospital:
Phone
1 I Ambulance:
Phone
~Air Ambulance:
Phone
~Fire:
Phone
~ Law Enforcement:
Phone
~ Emergency Response/Rescue:
Phone
PRE-ENTRY BRIEFING:
~ initial briefing prepared for each site
I | Briefing reviewed/updated as necessary
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INCLUDED ATTACHMENTS/APPENDICES:
Attachments
Appendices
QSite Map
| |Site Safety Program Evaluation Checklist
[^Hazardous Substance Info Sheets
f~lConfined Space Entry Checklist
| |Site Hazards
I |Heat Stress Consideration
[~)Monitonng Program
| |Cold Stress and Hypothermia Consideration
| |Training Program
| |First Aid for Bites. Stings and Poisonous Plant Contact
(^Confined Space Entry Procedure
QSafe Work Practices for Oily Bird Rehabilitation
QJSafe Work Practices for Boats
~ Spill Site Pre-Entry Briefing
QPPE Descriptions
^Personnel Tracking System
CJ Decontam mation
r~|Communication and Organization
~ Site Emergency Response Plan
DATE PLAN COMPLETED:
BY:
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ATTACHMENT: SITE MAP
.e Map may include the following information:
• Site Name and Location
• Work Zones
• First Aid Locations
• Surrounding Land Uses
• Primary and Secondary Evacuation Routes
• A ssembly Points
• Staging Area and Command Post Locations
Attach Map in place of this form.
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ATTACHMENT: HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE INFORMATION SHEETS
MSDS/RIDS/CHRIS/CHEMTOX/TOMES/etc.
Attach appropriate Hazardous Substance Information Sheets in place of this form.
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ATTACHMENT: SITE HAZARDS
1 BOAT SAFETY.
.e Attachment - Safe Work Practices for Boats.
~ CHEMICAL HAZARDS
See Attachment - Hazardous Substance Information Sheets
~ COLD STRESS.
Cold stress can occur among responders as a result of prolonged exposure to low environmental air temperatures
or from immersion in low temperature water. Cold stress can lead to a number of adverse effects including:
frostbite, chilblain, frostnip, acrocyanosis, trench foot, Raynaud's Disease, and hypothermia. The single most
important aspect of life-threatening hypothermia is the fall in the deep core temperature of the body. In addition
to provision for total body protection, consideration shall also be given to the protection of other body parts, with
emphasis on the hands, feet and head. The incidence of cold stress is dependent upon a number of factors such
as air and water temperature, wind speed, a person's physical fitness, age, and clothing worn, including
protective clothing. Supervisors must monitor their employees for signs of cold stress when weather conditions
necessitate. The site safety and health officer will generally be guided by the ACGIH guidelines in determining
exposure control methods such as work/rest periods, clothing required, etc. Workers shall be provided with
adequate warm clothing, and rest opportunities. Warm and/or sweet fluids shall also be available during rest
periods. Protection from the elements, such as with warm rest shelters, shall be made available, where feasible.
~ CONFINED SPACES.
"" Ne Attachment - Confined Space Entry Procedure
^ Appendix - Confined Space Entry Checklist
~ DRUM HANDLING AND SPILL CONTAINMENT.
Drum handling at a spill site will primarily involve drums of waste and contaminated clothing. Several types of
drums may be used, ranging from 5 to 55 gallons in size. All drums and containers must be properly labeled in
accordance with OSHA and DOT regulations. Manual lifting and moving of drums should be kept to a
minimum. Mechanical devices and dollies should be used for moving heavy drums.
~ EQUIPMENT OPERATIONS FOR CLEANUP/CONTAINMENT
Heavy Equipment:
Operation of heavy equipment, such as a front end loaders, bulldozers and cranes must be done in
accordance with applicable OSHA regulations. The operators must be trained and qualified to operate
powered industrial vehicles. The operator and helper must be familiar with proper signaling techniques.
Buckets must not be used as a lift; hard-hats must be worn; and a fire extinguisher must be present on
board equipment.
Cranes must be operated in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions and established construction
practices. Outriggers must be fully extended to assure maximum stabilization of the equipment. Cranes
must be operated only where the ground provides adequate support. Rigging components must be
inspected daily. Only certified wire rope slings with manufactured sledges or manufactured web slings
;11 be used. Certification documents must be received and filed for all slings. Each sling must be
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marked or tagged with its rated capacity and slings must not be used with loads in excess of their rated
capacity. (29 CFR 1910.184) Personnel shall not be allowed under the boom or load except for the
minimum time necessary to hook up or unhook the load.-££9 CFR 1910.180)
Forklifts:
Only trained and authorized operators shall be allowed to operate forklifts. Horseplay is not permitted.
Only stable or safely arranged loads that do not exceed the capacity of the truck shall be handled. Fuel
tanks must not be filled while the engine is running. Operators shall perform daily or pre-use
inspections of the forklift to be operated. A separate inspection will be made each shift during multi-
shift operations. Records of inspections must be maintained. All inspection discrepancies must be
corrected prior to operation of the forklift. If the discrepancy cannot be corrected immediately, the
forklift must be tagged out of service. 29 CFR 1910.178
Hand/Power Tools:
Hand tools are non-powered. The greatest hazards posed by hand tools result from misuse and improper
maintenance. Saw blades, knives or other tools should be directed away from other employees. Dull
tools can be more hazardous than sharp tools. Personal protective equipment, such as wire mesh gloves,
wrist guards, arm guards, aprons and belly guards may be appropriated. Spark resistant tools (brass,
plastic, aluminum and wood) should be used around flammable substances.
Power tools are based on the power source used: electric, pneumatic, liquid fuel, hydraulic, and powder-
actuated. The following general precautions should be observed: never carry power tools by the cord;
never yank the cord to unplug the tool; keep cords and hoses away form heat, oil and sharp edges;
disconnect tools when not in use and before servicing; keep observers a safe distance away; secure
work with clamps or a vise freeing both hands to operate the tool; avoid accidental starting; maintain
tools with care; keep them sharp and clean; safeguard hazardous moving parts of the tool; and, protect
the operator from: point of operation, in-running nip points, rotating parts, and flying chips and sparks.
Many tools including drills, tappers, fastener drivers, disc sanders, belt sanders and others must be
equipped with momentary contact "on-off' control switch.
Employees using hand and power tools and exposed to the hazards of falling, flying, abrasive and
splashing objects, or exposed to harmful dusts, fumes, mists, vapors or gases must be provided with the
particular personal equipment necessary to protect them from the hazard. All hazards involved in the
use of [hand] and power tools can be prevented by following five basic safety rules: Keep all tools in
good condition with regular maintenance; use the right tool for the job; examine each tool for damage
before use; operate according to the manufacturer's instructions; and provide and use the right
protective equipment.
~ ELECTRJCAL HAZARDS.
Electrical hazards shall be identified and marked with suitable placards, barricades, or warning tape as necessary.
~ FATIGUE.
Working long hours without rest may be required, especially during the early phase of response. This, coupled
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with the stress of the situation and wearing required PPE, can contribute to fatigue. Symptoms include loss of
concentration, errors in judgment, irritability, sleepiness, soreness and stiffness in joints and muscles. Rest and
^ep are the primary treatments for fatigue. Stress can be addressed by relaxation techniques, such as deep
eathing, stretching, taking breaks, and other methods.
~ FIRE, EXPLOSION AND IN-SITU BURNING
Flammable and combustible materials may be encountered at the spill site. These may be fuels for vehicles and
equipment or the spilled material itself. However, some cleanup chemicals such as solvents may also be used.
Refer to the container label or proper MSDS for more information on these materials.
Precautions should be taken when working with either flammables or conbustibles:
• No smoking
• Store in approved, labeled containers
• Ensure containers used to transfer materials are properly grounded
• Provide fire extinguishers in areas where these materials are used
In-situ burning presents health and safety hazards not only to the workers engaged in the burning activities, but
also to individuals downwind of the burn site. Health and safety hazards include:
• Physical hazards: explosions, heat, loss of control of burning oil (e.g., flashback to the spill source,
loss of containment).
• Inhalation of airborne burn products: These may include toxic and irritating substances such as:
smoke particles, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, sulfur oxides, nitrogen dioxide, polycyclic
aromatic hydrocarbons, acid aerosols, aldehydes, acrolein, polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons,
volatile organic hydrocarbons.
Safety factors to be considered include status of the spill (e.g., burning, being lightened, personnel being
evacuated, etc.); weather and sea conditions; distance of intended burn location to the spill source; type and
condition of the oil; proximity of ignitable vegetation, docks, and other facilities; and control measures.
A detailed Burn Plan should be prepared. This should include a summary of safety and control measures. Care
must be taken to protect all personnel from any harmful exposure to heat and or combustion products.
~ HEAT STRESS
Heat stress can result as responders perform heavy labor in protective and/or impermeable clothing that does not
breathe or allow for the dissipation of normal body heat. Heat buildup can lead to a number of adverse health
effects including: heat rash, heat cramps, dehydration, heat exhaustion or heat stroke. The incidence of heat
stress is dependent upon a number of factors such as temperature, humidity, a person's physical fitness, age,
acclimatization, weight, drug or medication use, and clothing worn, including protective clothing. Therefore,
supervisors must continually monitor their employees when work loads are heavy and temperatures and/or
humidity are high. The site safety and health officer will generally be guided by the ACGIH guidelines in
determining work/rest periods. Fluids shall be available at all times and personnel will be encouraged to drink
fluids during rest periods. Shaded rest areas will be made available where feasible.
~ HELICOPTER OPERATIONS
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Helicopters may be in use at the spill site for overflight surveillance; site characterization; personnel/equipment
transport; and rescue/medical transport. Safe work practices for passengers and other personnel include:
1. Passengers must receive a safety briefing from the pijgt before liftoff. The briefing should include,
safety features and equipment and their location on the individual aircraft; helicopter underwater escape
procedures when appropriate; and, emergency information.
2. Passengers and ground crew members approaching helicopters shall stay in a crouched position, and must
be in clear view of the pilot while approaching or departing a helicopter.
3. Passengers and ground crew should approach/depart from the FRONT of the helicopter only when
signaled by the pilot; and shall never walk under or around the tail, rotor or exhaust.
4. Loose fitting clothing, hats, hard hats, or other gear, which might be caught in rotor downwash, must be
secured or removed within 100 feet of operating helicopters.
5. Passengers shall maintain a distance of 50 feet from helicopters while rotors are turning. Ground crew
should also maintain this distance, unless specific work practices are developed for closer work.
6. Passengers shall wear seat belts at all times and personal floatation devices when flying over bodies
of water.
7. Passengers and ground crew shall wear hearing protection (which may include communication headsets
or helmets) at all times around operating helicopters.
8. Passengers shall assist the pilot in watching for other traffic or ground obstacles, as directed by the pilot.
9. During emergency landing in water:
a. Do not exit until instructed to do so by the pilot after rotor blades stop turning or pilot signals all
clear.
b. Do not inflate personal floatation devices until outside of the helicopter.
~ LIFTING
Use available machinery and lift-aiding equipment before lifting heavy loads. Use team work for heavy and
numerous small loads. Do not rush work. Use of chemical protective clothing will restrict movement and
visibility. Use extra care while lifting in protective gear.
Safe lifting techniques:
1. Position feet properly. Feet should not be close together, but should be close to the load to help keep the
body close to the center of gravity. One foot should be positioned in the direction the load will be moved
to avoid twisting or turning of the back during the lift. Turn using your feet and not by twisting the back.
2. Before and during the lift keep the load close to you to keep the center of gravity over your feet.
3. Check your grip and test the weight of the load before lifting.
4. The back should be straight when starting the lift and the knees should be bent. This will help to ensure
that much of the lifting is done with the legs. To help keep the back straight, the chin should be tucked in
and head kept up.
5. Keep the stomach muscles tight while lifting. Keep your back straight during the lift and avoid twisting
motions in particular.
6. Move slowly and deliberately.
~ MOTOR VEHICLES
All motor vehicles must be operated in accordance with all state and local motor vehicle regulations.
Posted speed limits must be observed and seat belts worn by all occupants. Check the outside of the
vehicle and familiarize yourself with the interior and make all adjustments before driving. Drive
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defensively. Employees involved in any accident must inform their supervisor as soon as possible. The
driver is responsible forgetting as much accident information as possible. 29 CFR 1910.178
Safe use of motor vehicles is essential at the spill site and in traveling to and from the site. Vehicles should be
checked:
Tires inflated Fuel Spare tire Lights Windshield wipers
Brakes Turn signals Seat belts Horn
~ NOISE
Noise may be a significant hazard at a spill cleanup site. Noise may be generated by: pumps, generators,
compressors, trucks, and, heavy equipment. At a spill site, high noise areas and equipment will be identified.
Areas requiring the use of hearing protection will be so posted. Hearing protection will be made available as
required. As a general rule, hearing protection should be worn in areas where noise prevents hearing ordinary
conversation. Since hearing loss caused by high noise exposure may not be noticed at first, it is important to
wear the hearing protection in high noise areas.
~ OVERHEAD AND BURIED UTILITIES
If work has to be performed near overhead lines, the lines must be de-energized and grounded, or other
protective measures must be provided before work is started. Arrangements must be made with the
person or organization that operates or controls the electric circuits to de-energize and ground them. If
protective measures such as guarding, isolating, or insulating are provided, these precautions shall
prevent employees from contacting such lines directly with any part of their body or indirectly through
inductive materials, tools, or equipment. Clearance from overhead power lines to persons or
jipment must be at least 10 feet unless the voltage exceeds 50 kV. If a vehicle is in transit with its
structure lowered, the clearance may be reduced to 4 feet. If voltage exceeds 50 kV, the clearance must
be increased by 4 inches for each 10 kV. There are specific approach distances and insulation
requirements given in the referenced OSHA standard. (29 CFR 1910.333)
The estimated location of buried utility installations, such as sewer, telephone, fuel, electric, water lines,
or any other underground services should be determined before work begins. Utility companies or
owners must be contacted, advised of the proposed work and informed of the urgency of the situation.
OSHA states the aforementioned companies or owners have 24 hours to respond unless state or local
laws allow more time. Excavation may proceed if the exact location of the installation cannot be
determined or the utility company or owner does not respond in the time period required by law. When
the excavation approaches the estimated location of the underground installations, the exact location
must be determined by safe and acceptable means. While the excavation is open the installation must be
protected, supported or removed as necessary to safeguard employees. (29 CFR 1926.651)
~ PLANTS/WILDLIFE
A variety of plants and wildlife will be encountered at most spill sites.
Plants
1. Avoid contact with all plants as much as possible. Poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac are hard to
identify and may be hidden by other plant growth.
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2. Train all personnel to recognize poisonous plants and to wear appropriate protective clothing when
handling.
3. Train personnel in basic first aid for plant contact^
Wildlife
1. Examples of wildlife possibly encountered at a spill site include: stray dogs; bears; moose; beaver;
otters; snakes; birds; fish; skunks and other small animals; alligators; nutria; and, insects.
2. Avoid contact with all wildlife, particularly oiled, injured or dead wildlife. Report visual observation of
such wildlife to supervisor.
3. Discuss wildlife hazards at the site during pre-entry briefings to ensure cleanup personnel are aware of
preventive and first aid measures.
4. Identify personnel with allergies to wildlife and plants, particularly those allergic to insect stings and
bites. Be prepared to provide immediate first aid to these individuals if needed.
5. Train all personnel to recognize wildlife, especially poisonous snakes and insects.
6. Proper response and rescue of wildlife will be made by personnel trained in handling wildlife.
7. Train personnel in basic first aid for bites and stings. First aid should be administered by trained first aid
responders if possible.
See Appendix - First Aid for Bites, Stings and Poisonous Plants.
~ POOR VISIBILITY
Fixed or portable lighting shall be maintained for dark areas or work areas after sunset to ensure that sufficient
illumination is provided. (See Table H-120.1 of 29 CFR 1910.120(m) for Minimum Illumination Intensities.)
~ PUMPS AND HOSES
Pumps and hoses may be used at the spill site to apply water, steam or chemicals for cleanup and/or
decontamination. They may also be used for liquid waste collection. Caution should be used when working in
areas where hoses are in use as they present a tripping hazard. Additionally, when using pumps and hoses,
determine their last contents to avoid contamination or chemical reaction. Use the proper pump and hose for the
job.
~ STEAM AND HOT WATER
Steam and hot water may be used during the spill cleanup. Use caution when working with these materials since
they can cause severe burns. Wear gloves and eye/face protection when handling and be careful not to spray in
the direction of other personnel.
~ UV RADIATION
Ultraviolet radiation from sunlight can be a significant hazard at a spill site. Cleanup will primarily be done
outdoors; therefore, sunscreens with the appropriate protection factor and UV-tinted safety glasses may be
needed. Other types of radiation, such as from welding and cutting, may also be a hazard. Avoid direct visual
contact and use proper eye protection as needed.
~ SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS
Slips, trips and falls on oily surfaces are the major cause of injuries at an oil spill site. Many of these
injuries occur in the first few minutes of work before workers realize the conditions and begin to take
precautionary measures. When entering a spill site, walk slowly and carefully in oil-coated areas. Be
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especially careful when walking on oil-covered rocks. Oil-resistant safety-toe boots with non-slip soles
should be worn at all times in areas containing oil-covered rocks. This type of footwear can help to
mimize the falling hazard, but will not prevent it. Open manholes, mud, pits, trenches, or similar
.zards shall be identified and marked with suitable placards, barricades, or warning tape as necessary.
~ TRENCHING AND EXCAVATION
All surface encumbrances that may create a hazard to employees shall be removed or supported to
safeguard employees. Consideration must be given to underground installations. Appropriate
precautions must be taken with regard to soil type and conditions tu avoid cave-in. Employees must be
provided with an approved means of access and egress. Adequate precautions shall be taken to prevent
employee exposure to hazardous atmospheres. Where hazardous atmospheres exist, emergency rescue
equipment shall be readily available. Employees must be protected from cave-ins, falling loads, mobile
equipment, water accumulation, loose rock and soil. A competent person must inspect the excavation,
adjacent area, and protective systems prior to the start of work, as needed throughout the shift and after
every rainstorm or hazard increasing occurrence. (29 CFR 1926.65 Subpart P)
~ WEATHER
Spill cleanup operations may be conducted in a wide variety of weather conditions. Weather conditions change
frequently and may require halting or modifying cleanup operations. Some typical weather conditions that could
impact cleanup operations include: High tides, lightning, rain, hail, snow, sleet and high winds. A management
and communication system for responding to changing weather conditions is an essential element of the Site
Safety and Health Plan.
j WORK NEAR WATER
All personnel working in boats, on docks, or generally within 10 feet of water deeper than 3 feet, shall wear US
Coast Guard approved Type I or Type II personal floatation devices unless protected by guardrails.
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ATTACHMENT: MONITORING PROGRAM
SITE:
DATE:
A. MONITORING PLAN:
1. Air monitoring at the spill site and surrounding areas will be done to ensure site worker
and community safety.
2. Air monitoring will be done during work shift site characterization, and on each work
shift during cleanup activities until results indicate no further monitoring is required.
3. All monitoring done at the cleanup site will be documented and the data maintained by
qualified personnel on site.
4. Monitoring will be done in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120. Monitoring to be
done:
• during initial site entry and characterization;
o if a new potential inhalation hazard is introduced into the work area;
• during cleanup activities, on each work shift;
o if a new task is begun which may involve potential inhalation exposure.
B. INITIAL SITE MONITORING
1. Monitoring will be done during initial site entry. The monitoring will include checking
for:
® oxygen (02) deficiency using a direq^reading oxygen meter;
• flammable atmospheres (%LEL) using a combustible gas indicator;
® benzene, hydrogen sulfide, hydrocarbons, and combustion by-products (S02, CO),
as needed, using direct-reading instruments, colorimetric indicator tubes, and/or
other valid methods.
2. Instruments will be calibrated prior to and following use.
3. All monitoring will be documented. (See attached form for example.)
C. POST-EMERGENCY MONITORING (ON-GOING)
1. Monitoring for benzene, hydrogen sulfide, hydrocarbons and combustion by-products
will be done during each work shift on an on-going basis, as needed. Repeat initial site
monitoring if any significant changes occur (i.e., temperature increases, more
material released, wind direction changes, etc.)
2. Checks for oxygen deficiency and flammable atmospheres will be made if confined
spaces are encountered, or as required.
3. Exposure monitoring shall be done as necessary. Personnel samples will be collected
under the direction of the industrial hygiene personnel. Samples will be analyzed by a
laboratory accredited by the American Industrial Hygiene Association.
4. Results of site monitoring will be made available to site workers' supervision for
informing all affected employees. Results will be available to the Command Center for
review by regulatory agencies.
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SITE MONITORING DATA (EXAMPLE)
DATE/TIME
LOCATION
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ATTACHMENT: TRAINING PROGRAM
It is recommended the training program be previously prepared. Provide a copy of Respondeds
Training Program in place of this form.
This may include:
• Training matrix (jobs vs. training requirements)
® Syllabus
• Training outline
• Site-specific training should be done during pre-entry briefing
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ATTACHMENT: CONFINED SPACE ENTRY PROCEDURE
Provide a copy of Responder's Confined Space Entry Program in place of this form (if needed).
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ATTACHMENT: SAFE WORK PRACTICES FOR BOATS
Ensure that all boats and operators comply with the appropriate state and federal regulations. In addition
to the items discussed below, certain types of vessels will require such items as USCG approved fire
extinguishers, backfire flame control, powered ventilation, sound signaling devices (different from
emergency signals), navigation lights/signals, pollution placards, and marine sanitation devices.
1. Boat operators must familiarize themselves and passengers with safety features and equipment
on their boats.
2. Boats must be operated by qualified individuals.
3. Life jackets, work vests, cold water immersion suits, or other appropriate USCG approved
Personal Floatation Devices (PFDs) must be worn by personnel in boats.
a. Use of cold water immersion suits is particularly critical under conditions of cold stress.
b. Types of PFDs:
Type I Off-shore life jacket provides the most buoyancy. It is effective for all
waters and intended specifically for open, rough, or remote waters where
rescue may be delayed.
Type II Near-shore buoyancy vests are intended for calm, inland water, or where
there is a good chance of quick rescue.
Type III Floatation aids are good for calm, inland water, or where there is a good
chance of quick rescue. Examples: float coats, fishing vests, and ski
vests.
Type IV These are throwable devices, not intended to be worn or to replace those
that are worn.
Type V Special Use. These are intended for specific activities (according to the
conditions on the labels). Some examples: deck suits, cold water
immersion suits, work vests, and hybrid PFDs below.
Type VI Hybrid Inflatables. These PFDs contain a small amount of inherent
buoyancy and an inflatable chamber. Performance equals that of a Type 1,
II, or III PFD (as noted on the label) when inflated.
4. Boats should generally not be operated for oil recovery after sunset. If this is required or poses
minimal risk, areas of operation should be carefully prescribed, and individual boat operators
should maintain a communication schedule with a shore base. Each boat should be fully
equipped with appropriate running lights and emergency signaling devices, and personnel
onboard should be wearing emergency night signaling devices.
5. Distress signals (three or more for day and three or more for night) should be carried on board all
vessels. These devices may be required by regulation. They may be stored on board or issued to
individuals. If stored on board, they should be in a sealed, watertight, orange container marked
"DISTRESS SIGNALS".
a. USCG-approved pyrotechnic visual distress signals include red flares (hand-held or
aerial), range smoke (hand-held or floating), and launchers (for aerial red meteors or parachute
flares). Pyrotechnic devices should not be used near flammable product spills.
b. Non-pyrotechnic distress signals are not approved individually, but must meet certain
requirements. They should be in serviceable condition, readily accessible, and certified by
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the manufacturer as complying with USCG requirements.--These devices include orange distress flags,
and electric distress lights.
c. Distress flags are day signals only. They must be at least 3x3 feet with a black square
and ball on an orange background.
i. Electric distress lights are for night use only. These devices automatically flash
the international SOS code (...—...) so a flashlight IS NOT considered a distress
signal. Under inland navigation rules, a high irtensity strobe light is considered a
distress signal.
ii. It is illegal to display visual distress signals on the water, except when assistance
is required.
6. Boat operators must keep their supervisors informed of their area of operations, especially when
they change their work area (if plans call for a boat to move to another location during a shift, the
operator should advise the supervisor of his actual time of departure).
7. Boat operators should never anchor their boats by the stern. This is typically the lowest point on
the boat due to design and/or loading, and is often squared off, making it vulnerable to swamping.
8. Portable fuel tanks should be filled outside of the boat. All sources of ignition in the area of
fueling (e.g., engines, stoves, or heat-producing equipment, and electrical equipment) must be
removedwhile fueling.
9. Strict adherence to the buddy system must be observed in boats; and all boats should be in direct
visual or radio contact with the shore base at all times.
10. To avoid slipping on wet decks or falling in boats, personnel should remain seated while boat is
underway. Horseplay and speeding are strictly prohibited. Personnel should keep their center of
gravity as low as possible while working in boats.
11. Boat operators must also ensure that boats are not overloaded. The capacity should be marked
on a label on the boat; if not, a general rule of thumb is: Length x Width / 15 = People (150
lbs). Since equipment adds to the weight, it should be considered as well. Weight should be
distributed evenly.
12. Personnel working in or operating boats should wear appropriate shoes/boots designed to help
maintain traction on wet surfaces.
13. Safety sunglasses or hearing protection should be worn by personnel working in, or operating,
boats where appropriate.
14. Fixed ladders or other substantial access/egress should be provided at boat transfer locations
from low water line to platform.
15. Depending on the specific nature of the operations (e.g., work in remote areas), other emergency
equipment that should be considered includes: anchors, radios, bailers, first aid kits, and
additional means of propulsion (e.g., paddles).
16. Workers should be cautioned about using their legs or arms to fend off during docking, or getting
their hands, arms, or legs between vessels or between vessels and docks or fixed structures.
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ATTACHMENT: PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) DESCRIPTIONS
INITIAL SITE ENTRY
If the identity and/or concentration of the spilled substance or its hazardous components are unknown,
initial responders will wear level A or level B protective gear or firefighters' protective gear and SCBA
Once the identity and concentrations of the spilled product and/or its hazardous components is known,
the following will apply:
1. r PE Selection Based Upon Site Hazards
PPE selection should be based upon the hazards expected to be encountered at the cleanup site.
The PPE required at the spill cleanup site may consist of:
• Oil-resistant suit
• Oil-resistant gloves
• Oil-resistant boots
• Splash goggles or safety goggles with side shields
® Face shield
« Hard hat
• Hearing protection
• Personal floatation device
® Flame resistant clothing
• Respiratory protection
2. PPE Use and Limitation of Equipment
Several factors must be considered when selecting and using PPE:
• The protective clothing, gloves and boots must be resistant to permeation or penetration by oil
and other chemicals used on the site.
• Protective clothing and gloves should be durable enough for heavy work.
• Protective clothing and glove materials must maintain protection and flexibility in hot or cold
weather conditions.
• Protective clothing must be large enough to fit over other clothing without ripping and
tearing.
• For respirator use, procedures must be in place for the proper selection, use, care, and fit
testing of the respirators. Additionally, wearer must be advised as to respirator expected life
and of monitoring for contaminant breakthrough, etc.
• Protective footwear must have non-slip soles. Additionally, conditions may require the use of
steel toe and/or steel shank footwear.
3. Work Duration
The work duration is expected to last for the full shift and will involve moderate to heavy
physical exertion during cleanup activities.
4. PPE Maintenance and Storage
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PPE will be maintained and stored by an assigned work crew. Protective clothing and gloves will be
evaluated during and at the end of each shift and will be replaced as necessary. Boots and other PPE
may be decontaminated for re-use.
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5. PPE Decontamination and Disposal
PPE may be decontaminated in designated areas by assigned crews using soap or other suitable
cleanser and rinse water. The cleaning solution used will be disposed of in properly labeled
containers according to applicable regulations. Contaminated protective gloves and any other
PPE to be disposed of will be placed in properly labeled bags and disposed of according to
applicable regulations.
6. PPE Training and Proper Fitting
All site cleanup workers, supervisors and others entering the contaminated zone will be given
training in proper use of PPE. The training will include:
• How to use PPE
• When and where to use the PPE
• How to inspect PPE to determine if it is working properly
Care will be taken to ensure employees are provided properly fitted PPE.
7. PPE Donning and Doffing Procedures
Prior to starting work, all site cleanup workers and others required to wear PPE will be instructed
on proper procedures for donning and doffing PPE. Doffing of contaminated clothing, gloves
and boots must be done in a manner to prevent skin exposure to the oil or chemicals.
Note: Provide additional job-specific PPE information here.
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ATTACHMENT: DECONTAMINATION
SITE:
DATE:
1. DECONTAMINATION (DECON) ZONES:
The work areas at.the spill cleanup site will be divided into three zones:
1. Clean Zone (Cold Zone)
2. Contamination Reduction Zone (Warm Zone)
3. Contaminated Zone (Hot Zone)
These zones are to be demarcated at each work area by signs and/or barrier tape or other means.
Decon is an important part of the spill cleanup program. This is carried out in the Contamination
Reduction Zone. Each time cleanup workers exit the Contaminated Zone they must go through
the decontamination procedure.
Decon crews are available to assist in the procedure as needed. The crews must wear appropriate
protective clothing. The decon crews are responsible for packaging and labeling of contaminated
work clothing and other personal protective equipment (PPE) if not to be reused.
2. DECON STATIONS:
Decon is carried out at a series of stations within the Contamination Reduction Zone.. The
ground at each station is covered with heavy diked PVC sheets to prevent contamination of the
soil. These stations and the procedures at each are as follows:
STATION 1 Deposit contaminated equipment (tools, containers, etc.). Use this station for cool
down if needed. s
STATION 2 While workers stand in shallow plastic tubs, remove tape, if worn, from glove and
boots. Scrub boots, outer gloves and protective clothing with decon solution
(detergent in water). Rinse with water from hand-held sprayers as workers step
from tubs.
STATION 3 Remove boots and outer gloves. Deposit in designated containers.
STATION 4 Remove protective clothing and deposit in designated containers. Remove inner
gloves and deposit in designated containers.
STATION 5 Wash hands and face with mild soap. Shower as soon as practical.
3. EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR DECON:
Shallow plastic tubs
Mild detergent
Long-handled, soft-bristle scrub brushes
Benches or stools
Towels
Tables
Wash basins
Plastic drop cloths
Various size containers
o Decon solution (detergent in water)
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• Hand-held pressure sprayer
• Rinse water
• Tool/equipment drop containers, trash cans, trash bags
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COMMUNICATION & ORGANIZATION (EXAMPLE)
CONTACT
PHONE
RADIO
Position
Name
Work
Fax
Cellular
Pager
Home
Freq
Chan
UHF
VI ll-
CIJ
Other
Air Ambulance
Ambulance/EMT/Hospital
Chemical Emergency
Ambulanec/EMT/llospital
Regular Emergency
ATSDR
Contractor
Deputy Incident
Commander
Environmental Officer
Federal
Industrial llygienist
Insurance Claims
Legal
I.EPC
Local
Logistics
Medical Officer
Operations
Planning Officer
Police
Public Affairs Officer
Responsible Party's
Incident Commander
Safety Officer
State
Other
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COMMUNICATION & ORGANIZATION
CONTACT
PHONE
RADIO
Position
Name
Work
Fax
Cellular
Pager Home
Freq
Chan
UHF
VIII-
CB
Other
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ATTACHMENT: SITE EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN
Site Emergency Responders (list roles and names):
Emergency Response Plan (describe briefly):
Site Communication System (describe or reference):
Site Alerting/Alarm System:
Evacuation Plan:
Emergency Medical Facilities:
First Aid:
Ambulance:
Hospitals:
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APPENDIX: SITE SAFETY PROGRAM EVALUATION CHECKLIST
Name of Program Reviewed:
Program Drafted By (Name/Organization):
Program Reviewed By:
Date of Review:
Review Includes (check those appropriate):
| | Comprehensive Work plan (post-emergency)
I | Safety & Health Program (for planning not site-specific)
I I Site-Specific Site Safety & Health Plan (post-emergency)
I | Emergency Response Plans (emergency phase & routine sites)
1. Comprehensive Workplan [1910.120(b)(3)].
I | Work tasks, and objectives defined
I | Methods of accomplishing tasks & objectives defined
I | Personnel requirements for work plan accomplishments
I | Training requirements identified (see 1910.120(e))
I | Informational programs implemented (see 1910.120(i))
I | Medical surveillance program (see 1910.120(f))
2. Safety and Health Program [1910.120(b)]. Note: This is not the same as the site-specific plan
addressed in 3. below.
General:
| | A written safety and health program [1910.120(b)(1)]. Note: This may be incorporated in
other documents
I | Organizational structure [1910.120(b)( 1 )(ii)(A)]
| | Safety and health training program
| | Medical surveillance program
| | Employer SOP on safety and health
Organization Structure [1910.120(b)(2)]:
| | Chain of command identified
| | Responsibilities of supervisors and employees
| | Identifies supervisor
| | Identifies site safety and health officer(s)
| | Other personnel functions and responsibilities
PI Lines of authority/responsibility/communications
3. Site-Specific Safety & Health Plan [1910.120(b)(4)],
For spill response operations (as opposed to those that start from a remedial action) these plans
will vary in detail as the response progresses. During the initial emergency phase, responders
rely on generic emergency response plans - contingency plans - while a site-specific plan is
being developed. As the response progresses into post-emergency phase recovery operations, a
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basic site-specific plan is used and may become quite detailed for prolonged or large cleanups.
Finally, a spill response may become a fully controlled site cleanup (e.g., remedial cleanups)
where a fully developed site-specific plan is developed, including detailed emergency response
plans for on-site emergencies.
General - Identify and/or specify:
| | Risks for each task in work plan
| | Employee training assignments
| | Protective equipment for each task/objective
| | Medical surveillance requirements
| | Frequency and types of air monitoring
| | Frequency and types of personnel monitoring
| | Sampling techniques
| | Air monitoring instruments to be used
| | Maintenance and calibration for instrumentation
n Site control measures
| | Site map
| | Work zones
| | Use of "buddy system"
| | Alerting means for emergencies
| | Safe working practices
| | Nearest medical assistance
| | Decontamination procedures
| | Emergency response plan
f~l Confined space entry procedures
| | Spill containment program
I | Pre-entry briefings [1910.120(b)(4)(iii)]
| | Provisions for continual evaluation of plan
Site Characterization and Analysis:
| | Spill sites shall be evaluated to identify specific site hazards and determine
appropriate safety and health controls
Preliminary Evaluation - Performed by a qualified person, prior to site entry, to identify and/or
specify:
| | Protection methods and site controls
| | All inhalation/skin hazards
| | Location and approximate size of site
| | Description of response activity
| [ Duration of response activity
| | Site topography and accessibility (include air and ground accessibility)
| | Safety and health hazards anticipated
| | Pathways for hazardous substance dispersion
ri Status of emergency response units (rescue, fire, hazmat)
| | Hazardous substances and associated hazards
j | Need for SCBA
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I | If SCBA is not used and potential for inhalation hazard might exist: an approved escape
SCBA shall be provided with a minimum of 5-minutes of air supply.
Risk Identification [1910.120(c)(7)]:
I | Employees on site are informed of identified risks
I | All information concerning the chemical, physical and toxicological properties of each
substance available to the employer are made available to the responders
Detailed Evaluation [1910.120(c)(2)]:
I | Immediately after preliminary evaluation, a detailed evaluation is conducted to
determine safety controls and protection needed
Monitoring [1910.120(h)]:
| | Monitoring performed during initial entry
| | Monitoring performed periodically
| 1 Personnel monitoring performed
Illumination Requirements [1910.120(m)]:
| | Areas accessible to employees are lighted to levels not less than the intensities outlined in
Table H-120.1
Sanitation Requirements [ 1910.120(n)]:
I | Potable water (n)( 1)
I | Non-potable water (n)(2)
I | Toilet facilities (n)(3)
1 | Washing facilities (n)(6)
| | Shower and change rooms (n)(7)
4. Emergency Response Plans [1910.120(1) and (q)] for emergency response operations (e.g.,
contingency plans used prior to site safety plan development), routine sites (e.g., emergency
plans for remedial sites).
Purpose is to prepare for anticipated emergencies:
| | Plan is written and available for inspection
Elements [1910.120(l)(2)(i-ix) to be specified:
| | Pre-emergency planning
| | Personnel roles, lines of communication
| | PPE and emergency equipment
[~H Emergency recognition and prevention
| | Safe distances and places of refuge
| | Site security and control
| | Evacuation routes and procedures
| | Emergency medical treatment and first aid
| [ Emergency decon procedures
| | Emergency alerting and response procedures
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| | Critique of response and follow-up
Additional Elements [1910.120(1)(3)(i)(A-B)]:
I | Site topography, layout and prevailing weather conditions
| | Procedures for reporting incidents to: local, state, and federal government agencies
| | Employee alarm system is installed to notify persons of an emergency situation
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Additional Requirements [1910.120(l)(3)(ii-viii)] Emergency Response Plan shall be:
| | A separate section of Site Safety and Health Plan
I | Compatible with federal, state and local plans
| | Rehearsed as part of on-site training
| | Current
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APPENDIX: CONFINED SPACE ENTRY CHECKLIST
These are strictly guidelines for use by field personnel based on NIOSH Publication 87-113, "A
Guide to Safety in Confined Spaces"; and NFPA-306 "Control of Gas Hazards on Vessels,"
and OSHA29CFR 1910.146
SAT/UNSAT (if not applicable mark "NA" in SAT column)
~ ~ Is entry necessary?
TESTING
| | | | Instruments calibrated?
| | | | Oxygen must be equal or greater than 19.5% and equal or less than 23.5%. There
should be no unexplained deflection from the calibrated setting for ambient air -
typically 20.9%- outside of normal instrument variability. Atmospheres less than
19.5% should be treated as IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health)
atmospheres for purposes of respiratory protection selection. Atmospheres greater
than 22% should be treated as a flammable atmosphere hazard.
Result:
| | | | Combustible atmospheres - where flammable/combustible gases and vapors may
be present - must be less than 10% of the LEL (Lower Explosive Limit). There
should be no unexplained deflection from the calibrated zero setting without
assessment of potential toxic hazards associated with the atmosphere.
Result:
~ ~ Toxic hazards (per NFPA 306 concentrations should not exceed the OSHA PEL,
or ACGIH TLV, or appropriate recognized standards.) If exposure limits are
exceeded, consider additional engineering controls such as ventilation or cleaning.
If other controls are not effective/feasible, appropriate respiratory protection
should be used above exposure limits. Toxic hazards evaluated:
Hazard:
Result:
Hazard:
Result:
Hazard:
Result:
Hazard:
Result:
| | | | Gas sources in, or adjacent to, the confined space have been inspected and
adequately isolated (gas sources all present a potential for sudden changes in
atmospheric conditions such as oxygen displacement, fires/explosions, or acute
toxic atmospheres-continuous monitoring of oxygen deficiency and explosive
atmospheres should be considered along with emergency escape respiratory
protection.) The following were present:
| | compressed gases
| | liquefied gases
| | welding gases
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| | inerting systems - including dry ice
| | Other
~
SAT/Ui\SAT (if not applicable mark "NA" in SAT column)
MONITORING
When considering monitoring requirements, personnel should consider such things as the
potential for sudden changes in atmospheric conditions (e.g.. gas sources in or adjacent to the
confined space); environmental or work activities which ma^ change conditions over time (e.g.,
hot sunny weather increases vapor generations; welding/cutting/painting/curing consume
oxygen; and internal combustion engines consume oxygen and produce oxygen-displacing
gases).
| | | | Appropriate monitoring is established as follows
~LEL
~continuous
| [as directed by safety supervisor
~daily or when safety supervisor changes watch
~every ~hour(s)
~Oxygen
I [continuous
| |as directed by safety supervisor
~daily or when safety supervisor changes watch
I |every | |hour(s)
| | Other
Hazard
Monitoring Equipment
I [continuous
| |as directed by safety supervisor
~daily or when safety supervisor changes watch
[ |every | |hour(s)
ISOLATION
| [ | | Connections to confined space have been blinded, double blocked and bled, or
offset
CLEANING
[ | | | Space has been cleaned prior to entry
~ ~ If steam or hot water cleaning systems were used, adequate cooling time has been
provided
VENTILATION
| | | | Adequate ventilation has been established as follows:
~air changes prior to entry (minutes:
~continuous ventilation during entry
location /type/ducts (diagram & description):
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| | | | Source of air being blown to space is free of hazards
| | | | Contaminated air is exhausted into a safe location
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING/EQUIPMENT
| | | | Equipment for entry team
~ PPE ensemble
| |rescue/retrieval
| |harness
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SAT/UNSAT (if not applicable mark "NA" in SAT column)
| [other:
| [communication/signaling
Qspark proof tools
| |other:
| | | | Equipment for rescue team
~PPE ensemble
| |rescue/retrieval
[^retrieval tripod
| |other:
I |communication/signaling
| |PPE/respiratory
| |other:
~
~
Confined space hazards and safe work practices
~
~
Use of respirators and other PPE
~
~
CPR, first aid, emergency entry/rescue
~
~
Confined space plan briefing
~
~
Work plan
STANDBY and RESCUE PERSONNEL
~
~
Personnel in addition to entry and rescue teams
Supervisor:
Safety Supervisor:
~
~
Standby to maintain contact by
| |visual
| |radio
| |line/rope
| |other:
| | | | Rescue procedures
Qnotify safety supervisor of problem
Qtest for combustible gas and oxygen prior to rescue
Qenter using SCBA
[Renter using harness and retrieval line
CONFINED SPACE ENTRY PERMIT/ CERTIFICATE
[ | | j Issued confined space entry permit. (29 CFR 1910.146)
| | | | Marine chemist or Coast Guard authorized person issued certificate for hot work
operations. (29 CFR 1915.14)
| | | | Emergency phone numbers
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Checklist completed by:
Date:
Time: Signature:
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INITIAL TESTING AND PERMIT
Confined / Hazardous Space Entry Authorized: YES
Hotwork Authorized: YES
Location and Description of Space:
Date: Time: Permit Expires:
Entry Team Supervisor:
Special Requirements Met
Lock-Out YES
De-Energize YES
Lines Broken, Capped / Blanked YES
Purge, Flush & Ventilation YES
Ventilation YES
Secure Area YES
Respiratory Protection Adequate YES
Personal Protective Equipment Adequate YES
Escape / Rescue Adequate YES
Fire Suppression Equipment YES
Lighting YES
Pre -Entry Test and Monitoring Follow-Up Testing
Test
Limit
Initial
Follow-Up
Tests
Results
Date / Time
Date / Time
Date / Time
Date / Time
%0:
>19.5%
<22%
%LEL
<10%
CO
35 ppm TWA
CO,
5000 ppm
THC
1 ppm TWA
5 ppm STEL
H:S
10 ppm TWA
15 ppm STEL
Benzene
1 ppm TWA
5ppm STEL
#1
U2
#3
02 = oxygen, LEL = lower explosive limit, CO = carbon monoxide, C02 = carbon dioxide,
THC = total aromatic hydrocarbons: H;S = hydrogen sulfide
£1= #2 = *3=
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APPENDIX: HEAT STRESS CONSIDERATIONS
The following heat stress information has been taken primarily from NIOSH Publication 86-112
"Working in Hot Env ironments".
A. Health Concerns: Excessive exposure to a hot work environment can bring about a variety of
heat-induced disorders.
1. Heat Stroke
a. Signs and Symptoms. Heat stroke is the most serious of health problems
associated with working in hot environments. It occurs when the body's
temperature regulatory system fails and sweating becomes inadequate to reduce
body temperature. The body's only effective means of removing excess heat is
compromised with little warning to the victim that a crisis stage has been reached.
i. a heat stroke victim's skin is hot, usually dry, red, or spotted
ii. body temperature is usually 105 degrees F or higher
iii. the victim is mentally confused, delirious, perhaps in convulsions or
unconscious
b. Medical Attention. Unless the heat stroke victim receives quick and appropriate
treatment, death can occur. Any person with signs or symptoms of heat stroke
requires immediate hospitalization. Send someone to get medical assistance/EMT
immediately. While waiting for medical assistance, first aid should be
immediately administered. This includes:
i. removing the victim to a cool shaded area
ii. removing outer clothing, wetting skin with tepid water to increase
conductive loss
iii. vigorously fanning the body to increase cooling
iv. avoiding shivering, which will only increase heat production
2. Heat Exhaustion. Heat exhaustion includes several clinical disorders having symptoms
that may resemble the early symptoms of heat stroke. Heat exhaustion is caused by the
loss of large amounts of fluid by sweating, sometimes with excessive loss of salt.
a. Signs and Symptoms. A worker suffering from heat exhaustion:
i. still sweats
ii. experiences extreme weakness or fatigue, giddiness, nausea or headache in
more serious cases
iii. victim may vomit or lose consciousness
iv. skin is clammy and moist
v. complexion is pale or flushed
vi. body temperature is normal or only slightly elevated
b. Medical Attention. General treatment:
i. notify the site EMT
ii. have the victim rest in a cool place
iii. have the victim drink plenty of liquids
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Victims with mild cases of heat exhaustion usually recover spontaneously with the
treatment. Those with severe cases may require extended care for several days. There
are no known permanent effects.
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3. Heat Cramps
a. Signs and Symptoms. Heat cramps are painful spasms of the muscles that occur
among those who sweat profusely in heat, drink large quantities of water, but do
not adequately replace the body's salt loss.
b. Medical Attention. Cramps may occur during or after work and may be relieved
by drinking liquids.
4. Fainting. A worker who is not accustomed to hot environments and/or who stands erect
and immobile in the heat may faint.
a. Cause. Enlarged blood vessels in the skin and in the lower part of the body due to
the body's attempts to control internal temperature, blood may pool in the lower
extremities rather than returning to the heart to be pumped to the brain.
b. Medical Attention. Upon falling down (or fainting), the worker should soon
recover. Examine for signs of injury. If no apparent injury, place on side until
awake, then offer fluids. Anyone who faints should see medical/EMT.
5. Heat Rash. Heat rash, also known as prickly heat, is likely to occur in hot, humid
environments where heat is not easily removed from the surface of the skin by
evaporation and the skin remains wet most of the time.
a. Signs and Symptoms. The sweat ducts become plugged, and a skin rash soon
appears. When the rash is extensive or when it is complicated by infection prickly
heat can be very uncomfortable and may reduce a worker's performance.
b. Medical Attention. Rest in a cool place part of each day. Regularly bathe and dry
the skin. Avoid tight fitting undergarments.
6. Transient Heat Fatigue. Transient heat fatigue refers to the temporary state of discomfort
and mental or psychological strain arising from prolonged heat exposure. Workers
unaccustomed to the heat are particularly susceptible and can suffer, to varying degrees, a
decline in task performance, coordination, alertness and vigilance.
B. Preparing for Work in Heat. One of the best ways to reduce the heat stress of workers is to
minimize heat in the workplace. However, at oil spills, heat is difficult to control while working
outdoors and exposed to various weather conditions. Humans are, to a large extent capable of
adjusting to the heat. This adjustment to heat, under normal circumstances, usually takes about
5 to 7 days, during which time the body will undergo a series of changes that will make continued
exposure to heat more endurable. Early on in an exercise, shorter shifts with frequent rotations
will help with acclimatization
A worker who returns to work after vacation or extended illness may be affected by the heat in
the work environment. Whenever such circumstances occur, the worker should be gradually
reacclimated to the hot environment.
C. Mechanization. Heat stress depends, in part, on the amount of heat the worker's body produces
while a job is being performed. The amount of heat produced during hard, steady work is much
higher than that produced during intermittent or light work. Therefore, one way of reducing the
potential for heat stress is to make the job easier or lessen its duration by providing adequate rest
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time. Mechanization of work procedures can often make it possible to isolate workers from the
heat source and increase overall productivity by decreasing the time needed for rest.
D. Work/Rest Cycles. Rather than be exposed to heat for extended periods of time during the
course of a job, workers should, wherever possible, be permitted to distribute the work load
evenly over the day with work-rest cycles and regular (and enforced) breaks should be scheduled.
Work-rest cycles give the body an opportunity to get rid of excess heat, slow down the
production of internal body heat, and provide greater blood flow to the skin. Providing cool rest
areas in hot work environments considerably reduces the stress of working in those
environments. Rest areas should be as close to the work area as possible, and provide shade.
Shorter, but more frequent work-rest cycles provide the greatest benefit to the worker. Reference
"ACGIH Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents and Biological
Exposure Indices" for additional information on work-rest regimen.
E. Drinking Fluids. In the course of a day's work in the heat, a worker may produce as much as 2
to 3 gallons of sweat. Because so many heat disorders involve excessive dehydration of the
body, it is essential that water intake during the workday be about equal to the amount of sweat
produced.
Most workers exposed to hot conditions drink less fluids than needed because of an insufficient
thirst drive. A worker, therefore, should not depend on thirst to signal when and how much to
drink. Five to seven ounces of fluids should be consumed every 15 to 20 minutes to replenish
the necessary fluids in the body. As a general rule, workers who do not urinate in normal
amounts are not drinking enough fluids.
There is no optimum temperature of drinking water, but most people tend not to drink warm or
very cold fluids as readily as they will cool ones.
Heat acclimatized workers lose much less salt in their sweat than do workers who are not
adjusted to the heat. The average American diet contains sufficient salt for acclimatized workers
even when sweat reduction is high. If for some reason, salt replacement is required, the best way
to compensate for the loss is to add a little extra salt to the food. Salt tablets should not be used.
Athletic drinks should be diluted at least 50% if used.
F. Protective Clothing and Heat Stress. Clothing inhibits the transport of heat between the body
and the surrounding environment. Supervisors must pay particular attention to the condition of
their employees, the work environment and the effects of chemical protective clothing as a
contributor to heat stress.
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APPENDIX: COLD STRESS AND HYPOTHERMIA CONSIDERATIONS
Frostbite and hypothermia are the two major hazards of working in cold temperatures. A cold
environment can reduce the temperature of the body and cause shivenng, reduced mental alertness, and
sometimes loss of consciousness. However, a healthy worker who is properly protected and takes
reasonable precautions can function efficiently and safely in cold environments.
A. Factors Affecting Cold Exposure Severity
1. Important factors contributing to cold injury
• exposure to humidity and high winds
• contact with moisture or metal
• inadequate clothing
General health conditions that affect cold stress severity:
• age
• overall health
• fatigue
• allergies
• vascular disease
® smoking
• drinking
• certain drugs or medications
2. If someone becomes fatigued during physical activity, they will be more susceptible to heat loss.
As exhaustion approaches, the body's ability to contract the blood vessels diminishes; blood
circulation occurs closer to the skin; and rapid loss of heat begins. Sedative drugs and alcohol
increase the risk of hypothermia by dilating the blood vessels near the skin, which increases heat
loss and lowers body temperature.
3. The actual effects of a cold environment on the body also depend upon how well the skin is
protected. An insulating barrier affects the rate of heat loss from radiation, convection,
conduction and evaporation.
4. Environmental factors include wind and humidity, as well as temperature. The faster the air
movement, the greater the effects of cold exposure.
B. Hypothermia
Cold injury can be localized or generalized. Frostbite, frostnip, or chilblain are examples of
localized injuries. Hypothermia is a generalized (threatening the whole body) cold injury that
can be life threatening.
1. Hypothermia is an abnormally low body temperature caused by exposure to cold in air or in
water. Hypothermia results as the body loses heat faster than it can produce it. Air temperature
alone is not enough to judge the cold hazard of a particular environment. Hypothermia cases
often develop in air temperatures between 30-50 degrees Fahrenheit. When you figure in such
factors as windchill, the effective temperature can be significantly lower.
2. Pain in the extremities may be the first warning of dangerous exposure to cold. Severe shivering
is a sign of danger requiring removal from the cold exposure.
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3. Early warnings of hypothermia are uncontrollable shivering and the sensation of cold; the
heartbeat slows and sometimes becomes irregular; the pulse weakens; and the blood pressure
changes. Fits of shivering, vague or slurred speech, memory lapses, incoherence, or drowsiness
may occur. Other symptoms, which may be seen before unconsciousness, are cool skin, slow,
irregular breathing, low blood pressure, apparent exhaustion, and inability to get up after a rest.
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4. Handling cold stress and hypothermia victims
a. A worker should go immediately to a warm shelter if any of the following symptoms
occur:
® pain, numbness, white color in the extremities, ears, nose, cheeks (or frostnip)
• onset of heavy shivering
• excessive fatigue
® drowsiness
® euphoria
A litter should be used if possible for all but the mildest cases.
b. The main objective in handling hypothermia is to warm the body core evenly and without
delay. However, doing it too rapidly can disrupt body functions such as circulation.
® The outer layer of clothing should be removed when entering a warm shelter
o The remaining clothing should be loosened to permit sweat to evaporate, and changed
if wet
® Alcohol and caffeinated drinks should not be consumed
o Anyone on medications, such as blood pressure control or water pills, should consult
a physician about possible side effects of cold stress
c. If medical help is not immediately available: keep the person quiet, but awake if
possible; avoid unnecessary movement; and if it is necessary to move a hypothermia
victim, use a litter - the exertion of walking or rough handling could aggravate
circulation problems or cause irregular heartbeats.
d. The sudden return of the cool blood pooled in the extremities to the heart can cause
shock. Do not rewarm the core and the extremities at the same time. In a case of mild
hypothermia where the person is conscious, the body may be packed with heat packs or
warm towels at the neck, groin, and armpits. As the extremities begin to recover warmth
give conscious victims sweet, warm drinks. Avoid caffeine or alcoholic drinks.
5. Water immersion victims. Floatation is the most important factor in water immersion survival,
but may not be available if not provided in advance (see protective clothing notes below).
a. It is especially important to keep your head dry
b. Avoid thrashing about and assume the HELP position (Heat Escape Lessening Posture)
by crossing wrists over chest and draw in knees close to your chest to avoid losing body
heat. By using the HELP position, the head, neck, armpit, and groin areas are protected
which are all high heat loss areas.
c. If others are in the water with you, huddle together to reduce heat loss, aid in rescue, and
boost morale.
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COLD STRESS INJURY AND TREATMENT
INJURY
SYMPTOMS
POSSIBLE CAUSES
TREATMENT
Hypothermia
Pain in the extremities; uncontrollable
shivering; reduced body core temperature; cool
skin; rigid muscles; slowed heart rate;
weakened pulse; low blood pressure; slow
irregular breathing; memory lapses; slow,
slurred speech; drowsiness, incoherence; lack
of coordination; diminished dexterity and
judgment.
Exposure to low air temperatures; exposure to
high winds; water immersion; inadequate
clothing; allergies; recent alcohol
consumption; smoking; prescription
medications; exhaustion; dehydration.
Remove person from wind, snow, nun,
minimize use of energy by person, keep person
awake; remove wet clothing, get person into
dry clothing; wrap blanket around person, pack
neck, groin, armpits with warm towels, do not
rewarm extremities and body at the same time,
give sweet warm drinks to conscious person;
remove person to medical facility
Frostbite
Whitened areas on skin; burning sensation at
first; blistering; affected part cold, numb, and
tingling.
Exposure to cold; age (very young or old);
underlying disease.
Cover the frozen part; provide extra clothing
and blankets; bring person indoors, place the
part in tepid water or rewarm with *warm
packs; if no water is available, wrap gently m a
sheet and blanket or place fingers under
armpits; discontinue wanning when the
affected part becomes flushed and swollen;
give sweet warm fluids to conscious person: if
feet are affected, put on dry socks; if cheeks
are affected, cover cheeks with warm hands;
do not rub the part with anything, do not use
heat lamps, hot water bottles, or place near hot
stove; do not break blisters; obtain medical
assistance immediately.
Chi I lblain
Recurrent localized itching, swelling, and
painful inflammation of the fingers, toes or
ears; severe spasms
Inadequate clothing; exposure to cold and
moisture, underlying disease.
Remove to warmer area; consult physician.
Frostnip
Skin turns white
Exposure to cold.
Remove to warmer area, refer to treatment for
frostbite.
Acrocyanosis
Hands and feet are cold, blue, and sweaty.
Exposure to cold; inadequate clothing;
underlying disease.
Remove to warmer area; loosen tight clothing;
consult physician.
Trench Foot
Edema of the foot; tingling; itching; severe
pain; blistering.
Repeated exposure to cold and moisture.
Remove to warmer area; refer to treatment for
frostbite; consult physician
Raynaud's Disease
Fingers turn white, numb and stiff; intermittent
blanching and reddening of the fingers and
toes; affected area tingles and becomes very
red or reddish purple.
Exposure to low air temperature and high
winds; inadequate clothing; underlying
disease; stress.
Remove to warmer area; consult physician.
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C. Evaluating Cold Exposure Hazards
1. Common sense will dictate how much clothing to wear and when to get into a warm area in most
cases. However, some work environments require more complex evaluations.
2. Evaluating a work environment to determine the degree of cold stress involves measuring air
temperature, wind speed, and the amount of energy expended by the worker.
3. Air temperature can be measured by an ordinary bulb thermometer. Wind speed can be
measured in a variety of ways but can also be estimated as follow:
5 mph - light flag moves
10 mph - light flag fully extended
15 mph - raises newspaper sheet
20 mph - blowing and drifting snow
4. Table 2 in the Cold Stress section of the ACGIH TLV booklet estimates effective temperature
using actual temperature and wind speed. This booklet also provides additional guidelines for
controlling cold exposure hazards.
D. Preventing Cold Stress
1. Reduce manual work load. When cold stress is a concern, personnel exposures should be
reduced by eliminating manual operations as much as possible. Power tools, hoists, cranes, or lifting
aids should be used to reduce the metabolic work load and to reduce the duration of human exposure.
Fatigue is also a compounding stress factor.
2. Dehydration. Working in cold areas causes high water losses through the skin and lungs,
because of the dryness of the air. Increased fluid intake is essential to prevent dehydration.
Warm, sweet, caffeine-free, non-alcoholic fluids, in addition to water, should be available at the work
site for fluid replacement and caloric energy.
3. Warm locations for breaks. For outdoor work such as beach cleaning, where it will be difficult
to warm the work area, it is particularly important to provide frequent breaks in a warm location. These
locations should also be stocked with warm fluids to help warming and prevent dehydration. A work-
rest schedule should be implemented using Table 3 in the Cold Stress section of the latest edition of the
ACGIH TLV booklet for guidance. Providing movable spot heaters close to the work area can also be
effective, and can also prevent secondary hazards from carbon monoxide when workers attempt to warm
themselves near running engines. If fine work is to be performed with bare hands, special provisions
should be made to keep the worker's hands warm using such things as warm air jets, radiant heaters, or
contact warm plates.
4. Indoor/outdoor wind breaks and shelter. The work area should be shielded if the air speed at the
job site is increased by winds, draft, or ventilating equipment. For example, bird/mammal rehabilitation
may be conducted in large warehouse type buildings where heating may be difficult. Wet work stations
(such as washing or drying stations) should be enclosed by barriers to reduce drafts.
5. Scheduling and task management. Schedule the coldest work for the warmest part of the day.
Move work to warmer areas whenever possible. Assign extra workers to highly demanding tasks. Make
relief workers available for workers who need a break. The buddy system is required for all waste site
operations. This is particularly important when working in stressful environments. Minimize sitting
still or standing around for long periods. Older workers need to be extra careful in the cold. Additional
insulating clothing and reduced exposure time should be considered for these workers. Sufficient sleep
and good nutrition are important for maintaining a high level of tolerance to cold.
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6. Protective clothing/equipment.
a. General considerations.
Provisions for additional total body protection are required if work is performed in an
environment at or below 4° C (39.2°F)
At air temperatures of 2°C (35.6°F) workers who become immersed in water or whose
clothing gets wet should be given dry clothing immediately and treated for hypothermia
Continuous exposure of skin should not be permitted when the air sped and temperature
results in an equivalent chill temperature of -32°C (-25.6°F).
b. Insulation. It is essential to preserve the air space between the body and the outer layer of
clothing to retain body heat. The more air pockets each layer of clothing has, the better
the insulation.
i. Outer layer should be windproof and waterproof. Outer layers should not
prevent sweat evaporation.
ii. Dirty or greasy clothing loses muchof its insulative value. Air pockets are
crushed or filled, and heat can escape more easily.
iii. Any interference with the circulation of blood reduces the amount of heat
delivered to the extremities. All clothing should be loosely worn and
unrestrictive.
c. Chemical protective clothing (CPC) considerations. While CPC is important for
protecting personnel from hazardous exposures, it is important to remember that CPC
ensembles have undesirable, as well as desirable impacts on the cold stress on personnel.
i. Undesirable effects. The desired, insulating effect of clothing is negated if skin or
clothing is wet. Protective clothing.(for cold or chemical protection) can also add
to the work load/fatigue of workers. When cold stress is a concern, care should be
exercised in selecting ensembles particularly for those parts of the ensemble
protecting the trunk of the body.
ii. Desirable. Liquids conduct heat better than air and have a greater capacity for
heat than air. For example, a spill of cold gasoline on skin can freeze the tissue
very quickly. Chemical resistant gloves, such as neoprene with cotton inserts,
should be worn to prevent this localized cold stress.
d. Priority clothing. The most important parts of the body to protect are the feet, hands,
head and face. Keeping the head covered is important because as much as 40% of body
heat can be lost when the head is exposed.
e. Ensemble options. The following items should be considered for addition to worker
ensembles in cold environments:
i. A cotton t-shirt and shorts under two-piece cotton and wool thermal underwear.
Two-piece long underwear is preferred because the top can be removed and put
back on as needed.
ii. Socks with high wool content. Use thin inner socks and thick outer socks. If
cold, wet feet are a concern, the socks should be changed during the mid-shift
break.
iii. Wool or thermal trousers (lap trousers over boot tops to keep out snow or water).
iv. Felt-lined, rubber-bottomed, leather-topped boots, with a removable insole (for
heavy work). For chemical protective boots, air insole cushions and felt
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liners (steel/shank boots should be avoided unless needed for specific
safety reasons).
v. Wool shirt or sweater over a cotton shirt.
vi. Wool knit cap (watch cap) or (if hard hats are required) specially made hard hat
liner.
vii. Face mask (vital when working in cold wind). Note: Face protectors must
be periodically removed so the worker can be checked for signs of frostbite.
viii. Double-layered goggles with foam padding around the edges (extremely cold
environments).
ix. Insulated gloves.
60 degrees F, or lower, for sedentary work
40 degrees F, or lower, for light work
20 degrees F, or lower, for moderate work
0 degrees F, or lower, wool mittens should be used instead of gloves
f. Ensembles for work when water immersion may occur.
i. Floatation (personal or throwable) devices are extremely important to avoid
unnecessary swimming that will increase the rate of body heat loss.
ii. Air trapped between layers of clothing will provide buoyancy and heat insulation,
but Personal Floatation Devices (PFDs) offer the best chance for survival in cold
water. Type III PFDs include float coats and cold water immersion suits which
provide floatation and thermal protection.
iii. Position throwable floatation devices in boats or work areas near water.
g. Selection of materials.
MATERIAL
ADVANTAGES
DISADVANTAGES
WEAR IN
Wool
Stretches without damage.
Insulates well when wet.
Heavy weight. Absorbs
moisture. Skin irritant.
Layer 1-3
Cotton
Comfortable. Lightweight
Absorbs moisture.
Layer 1-2
Silk
Lightweight. Durable. Good
insulator. Washes well.
Expensive. Does not transfer
moisture well.
Layer 1
Nylon
Lightweight. Durable. Water
resistant.
Impervious to perspiration.
Flammable.
Layer 3
Down
Lightweight. Durable. Good
insulator when dry.
Expensive. Hard to dry. Poor
insulator when wet.
Layer 2-3
Polyester
Does not absorb moisture
(insulates even when wet).
Heavier than down. Does not
compress as well as down.
Layer 2-3
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APPENDIX: FIRST AID FOR BITES, STINGS, AND POISONOUS PLANT CONTACT
Personnel briefed on first aid procedures must understand that "FIRST" aid implies that further treatment
will probably be needed from trained/qualified medical personnel. See the American Red Cross Standard
First Aid Training Manual or the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons1 "Emergency Care and
Transportation of the Sick and Injured" for additional information and updated procedures. Employers of
persons required to perform first aid must have an Exposure Control Plan which complies with OSHA's
Bloodborne Pathogen Standard. (29 CFR 1910.1030) The employer must ensure adequate training has
been provided on the Exposure Control Plan, the OSHA Standard, and in the use of "Universal
Precautions." Response team members assigned to staff first aid locations must be trained in the above
before participating in first aid activities.
A. Bee Stings: Persons with a severe allergy to bee stings should carry an emergency treatment kit
and should notify supervisor of allergy upon arrival on site.
First Aid
1. Wash the wound with soap and water.
2. If symptoms of allergic reaction are present, request medical assistance and treat for shock.
3. If stinger remains embedded, try to remove it without squeezing it (this may inject more
poison into the wound). Avoid using tweezers since it may squeeze the venom sac.
Scrape the stinger out with a plastic card (e.g., credit card or driver's license).
5. Use a cold pack to reduce/limit swelling. Do not place a cold pack directly on the skin!
Place gauze pad or clean cloth on the skin to prevent direct skin contact with the pack.
6 Keep the wounded area below the level of the heart to slow the venom's spread.
7. Do not administer caffeinated beverages or alcohpl since this will dilate blood vessels,
enhancing spread of poison.
B. Spider Bites:
1. Wash the wound with soap and water.
2. Request medical assistance to address symptoms. The person usually recovers after
several days of illness.
3. If symptoms of allergic reaction are present, treat for shock.
4. A cold pack may be helpful if the bite is quickly recognized.
D. Ticks:
1. Grasp the tick with tweezers as close to the bite site as possible and remove it by gently
pulling. Do not bum it off or squeeze its body in the attempt to remove it. If the head
remains under the skin, soak the area several times daily and use tweezers to attempt to
remove.
2. Wash the wound with soap and water.
3. If symptoms of allergic reaction are present, request medical assistance and treat for shock.
4. If fever, rashes, or headaches develop within several weeks, contact medical personnel.
E. Animal Bites/Rabies:
1. Get medical attention immediately to address infection hazards and/or need for
vaccination.
2. Determine when person last had tetanus immunization (contact unit holding medical
records for assistance).
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3. Interview victims and witnesses to attempt to identify the specific animal that inflicted the
bite.
4. General first aid for animal bites:
a. Control serious bleeding. Apply pressure using a gauze pad. Use of tourniquets is
not advised unless absolutely necessary.
b. Wash your hands before touching a wound. Personnel should wear rubber gloves
and face shield for working around human blood.
c. Wash wounds that are not bleeding heavily. Use plain soapy water. Trained
medical personnel must clean serious wounds.
d. Cover with clean dressing and bandage.
e. Rabies treatment must be administered by medical personnel. Prompt treatment is
essential since there is no cure for rabies if it is allowed to develop in a wound.
Rabies shots must be started quickly in order to prevent infection by building up
immunity.
F. Poisonous Snakes:
1. Get medical attention immediately to address poisoning and infection hazards.
2. Determine when person last had tetanus immunization (contact unit holding medical
records for assistance).
3. Interview victims and witnesses to attempt to identify the specific type of animal that
inflicted the bite.
4. General first aid for snake bites:
a. Use of tourniquets is not advised.
b. Wash your hands before touching a wound. Personnel should wear rubber gloves
and face shield for working around human blood.
c. Wash wounds that are not bleeding heavily. Use plain soapy water. Trained
medical personnel must clean serious wounds.
d. Cover with clean dressing and bandage.
e. Serious health effects of poisonous snake bites will be greatly reduced by keeping
the victim as calm as possible and seeking prompt medical attention.
i. Keep the victim still. This will slow the spreading of venom.
ii. Place the bite area below the level of the heart to slow the spread of venom.
iii. Wash the bite area with soap and water.
iv. Use a splint to immobilize the bitten area if it is on an arm or leg.
v. Use a cold pack if medical attention may be delayed. Do not place a cold
pack directly on the skin! Place a gauze pad or clean cloth on the skin to
prevent direct skin contact with the cold pack.
vi. Treat for shock if necessary.
vii. Do not administer caffeinated beverages or alcohol since this will dilate
blood vessels.
viii. Do not use incisions or suction to attempt to draw out poison.
ix. Seeking prompt medical attention and keeping the victim still are the two
most important keys to minimizing this health risk. However, the need to
move the victim toward medical attention will also tend to spread the
venom. As a general rule, do not move the victims toward medical care
unless this will delay treatment by more than a half hour.
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G. Poisonous Plants:
1. Do not scratch. Scratching will only spread the poison and work it into the skin.
2. If these plants are accidentally touched, the plant sap should be washed off the affected
area with soapy water immediately. Remove and wash any clothing that came in contact
with the plant.
3. Medical attention may be needed if prolonged or serious conditions result.
4. Calamine lotion, hydrocortisone cream, or a cool compress my reduce the discomfort.
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APPENDIX: SAFE WORK PRACTICES FOR OILY BIRD REHAB
REFERENCES:
Rehabilitating Oiled Sea Birds--A Field Manual. International Bird Rescue Research Center, 699 Potter
St., Berkeley, CA 94710.
Oiled Bird Rehabilitation—A Guide for Establishing and Operating a Treatment Facility for Oiled Birds.
Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research, Inc., P.O. Box 289, Wilmington, DE 19899.
A. Operations of concern include:
• Hazing
• Bird Capture
• Transportation to Rehabilitation (Rehab) Center
• Triage and Rehab
• Transportation and Return to Habitat
® Logistics and Support
B. Hazards to be addressed.
1. Handling of birds. Handling of birds must be done by properly trained personnel to ensure the
protection of both bird and handler. Wild birds have no way of knowing or understanding human
intentions. Even a greatly weakened bird can inflict serious injury to handlers, especially to
human eyes. Open wounds on hands and arms can present opportunities for oily contaminants and
disease to enter the handler's blood system.
2. Contact with oil. The site safety and health plan will provide a more detailed discussion of health
hazards of oils.
a. The primary health hazard associated with oils (crude oil in particular) is dermatitis from
skin contact. This condition may be aggravated for personnel conducting washing
operations. Prolonged exposure to soapy water initiates defatting of the skin, and
waterlogging may contribute to an initial skin injury by aggravating sensitivity to the oil.
Once an individual sustains an allergic dermatitis reaction it will be nearly impossible to
prevent future outbreaks other than by strict avoidance of any further contact with the oil.
b. Oils splashed in the eyes will also cause acute irritation and perhaps inflammation.
c. Injuries inflicted by birds open a path for the chemical components of oils to enter the
blood.
d. The smell of crude oil or diesels may be irritating to sensitive individuals and can cause
nausea even at otherwise non-toxic concentrations.
3. Slippery & dangerous surfaces. Field personnel will be working on dangerous surfaces. Wet
rocks, oily surfaces (including boats), ice, and steep or unstable terrain presents serious injury
potential for field personnel. This is a particular concern during capture because the choice of
location is purely up to the injured bird. Do not focus attention on capture to the neglect of
personal danger.
4. Work near water. Some of the most serious hazards exist near intertidal or surf areas. Public
beaches are relatively safe locations but oil spills occur at random locations, including those that
may be very dangerous. When working near intertidal areas, serious hazards may include:
• riptides
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• undertows
o underwater drop-offs
• unstable banks
• soft bottoms (e.g., mud flats or marshes).
5. Exposure to the weather. Heat stress, cold stress, hypothermia, and sunburn should all be
considered as potential hazards for field personnel.
6. Electrical/shock hazards. Electrical equipment used in Rehab centers must be kept away from or
adequately protected from wet areas.
C. Safe Work Practices:
1. Never work alone in the Held. Always work in teams of at least two people.
2. Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) for field operations:
a. Dress for the weather!
i. Dress adequately for the cold or heat.
ii. Clothing guidelines for cold/hot weather are provided in other attachments.
iii. Bring a rain suit if there is any chance of getting caught in the rain.
iv. Bring a dry change of clothing in case you get wet and/or cold.
v. Even in hot dry weather personnel are at risk from poisonous plants, ticks, thick
brush, or snakes. Dress accordingly.
b. Prevent skin contact with oil.
i. Bring a change of work clothing in case you get wet, cold or dirty.
ii. Wear chemical resistant clothing appropriate for the exposure. Gloves, coverall
pants, aprons, rain slicker jackets, and boots may be worn to prevent contact with
oils. Neoprene is a common material that is resistant to many oils.
iii. Plastic trash bags or a suitable container should be available for holding oily gear.
iv. Clean oily gear at the rehab center or dispose of it properly. Do not bring
contaminated clothing or equipment home with you.
c. Wear floatation work vests or other Personnel Floatation Devices (PFDs) approved by the
US Coast Guard while working in boats, over the water, in the surf, or on sloping banks
near the water. If hypothermia is a consideration, cold water immersion suits will be
required in boats.
d. Bring sunglasses and sunscreen during the summer. Glasses or goggles should be worn
while handling birds.
e. Wear sturdy rubber boots or hip waders if there is any chance of working in wet or oily
locations.
f. Wear long sleeved garments for working in brushy areas, for sun protection, and for
protection from bites.
g. See Attachment for First Aid for Bites, Stings, and Poisonous Plants.
i. In particular, wear snake leggings in grassy/marshy areas or snake hazard areas.
ii. Stay alert for all of these hazards and report encounters to your supervisor in order
to pass the word to others.
iii. If you have allergic reactions to any of the hazards above, let your supervisor know
and stay away from recognized hazards.
h. While handling oily birds during capture, wear sturdy gloves that are resistant to oil.
i. Avoid leather clothing or articles. Leather is easily contaminated by oil, and cannot be
completely cleaned once contaminated.
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j. Use soap and water, or waterless hand cleaner for removing oil after captures,
k. Wear long clothing and insect repellent in tick areas. Partners should examine each other
for ticks during breaks and at the end of the day.
1. Carry a throwing line if there is a chance of getting caught in soft muds/sands, or falling
into the water.
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3. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for working rehab centers:
a. Not all facilities will be heated or air conditioned. Dress adequately and bring a change of
clothing. Dress adequately for the cold in particular. Bring a rain suit if there is any chance
of working outside in the rain. Clothing guidelines for cold weather are provided in other
attachments.
b. Bring a change of work clothing if you will be working with oil or contaminated water.
i. Suitable containers should be available for holding oil gear.
ii. Use aprons, rain slickers & pants, boots or boot covers, and gloves that are resistant
to oils (neoprene is a common material that is resistant to many oils).
iii. Clean oily gear at the Rehab center or throw it away. Do not bring contaminated
clothes or equipment home with you.
4. Immunization.
a. Personnel working in the field or handling birds in centers should have an up-to-date
tetanus immunization.
b. Rabies vaccination should be administered to persons bitten by wild animals. Check with
the local ASPCA and/or Center for Disease Control (CDC) to determine if rabies vaccines
are recommended for a specific geographical area.
5. Handling birds. Never handle birds unless trained in handling procedures. Reference (a) provides
specific details on capturing and handling procedures.
a. Never hold birds near your face. Keep them down at waist level.
b. Work with a partner in the field. One person should hold the bird while another helps
direct the bird into a transportation container.
c. For prolonged handling (such as during washing):
i. use a beak gag to minimize biting and poking hazards; and
ii. work with a partner (one person controls the head while the other works with the
body).
6. Design and construction of rehab centers.
a. Prior to constructing or using a facility, consult with local fire officials about local fire
ordinances.
b. Electrical outlets, cords, appliances, and power tools should be kept away from cleaning
and pool areas as much as possible. Ground fault circuit interrupters must be installed for
electrical equipment used in wet locations, and should be used in most others. Depending
on the construction of rehab centers, the use of exterior grade electrical wire should be
considered for many locations. Electrical cords must be maintained in good condition.
See the main text discussion on the use of power tools.
c. Personal hygiene must be maintained in the field and especially in centers. Contact with
bird carcasses, droppings in bedding and on surfaces, and spoiled food are a particular
concern.
i. Washing and sanitation areas should be maintained between treatment/work areas
and personnel areas. Hand lotion should also be available to minimize skin
irritation from frequent washing.
d. The general layout of rehab centers should provide careful separation of
contaminated areas and clean areas. Hygiene facilities and contaminated equipment
drops should be located in a buffer zone between contaminated areas and clean areas.
Locations that can be easily maintained as clean for administrative areas, rest areas,
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eating/drinking areas, and smoking areas should be selected before constructing pens,
cleaning stations, or receiving birds for treatment.
e. Food service should be carefully considered for rehab centers and field staging areas.
i. Hot beverages should be provided for cold weather work (personnel returning from
the field, or center personnel working with water). Personnel working in heat or
cold stress conditions need to take in extra fluids to avoid dehydration.
ii. Spoiled/contaminated foods can cause outbreaks of food poisoning. If cooking and
refrigerating facilities are not available at centers, food should be selected for
resistance to spoiling and discarded before it poses a health hazard. Support from
public health officials is recommended.
f. For the protection of personnel and animals, procedures must be established for the regular
cleaning of handling and holding areas. Provisions must be made for holding all water
wastes from cleaning stations and pools.
g. Locations for handling diseased or dead birds should be chosen before construction. These
locations should provide isolation, and separate provisions for waste removal.
h. Plan for visitors at rehab centers. Visitors pose a hazard to the animals under care and vice
versa. It is highly recommended that a procedure be specifically adapted for receiving
visitors and providing tours.
i. Provide visitors with a briefing in an uncontaminated/non-working area including
rules and precautions.
ii. Tour guides should take visitors on a brief tour that has been specifically approved.
Visitors should not be allowed to touch or approach animals.
iii. Child visitors should generally be discouraged or be provided with a special tour
that involves a minimal exposure to the animals and work.
i. Children should not be allowed in the work areas. If children volunteers are used in a
rehab effort, they should be kept away from the working areas in the center or the field.
Tasks should be carefully selected for safe administrative or support functions.
D. Remember
1. A sick or injured person cannot help rehab efforts. Take care of yourself.
2. There are lots of opportunities to support bird rehab that do not involve handling birds, contacting
oil, or working in dangerous field conditions. Food service, cleaning, supply driving, tours for
visitors, computer data, working the phones and many other administrative tasks are available for
those people that are not prepared for working directly with the birds.
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APPENDIX: SPILL SITE PRE-ENTRY BRIEFING
Spill Incident:
Site:
Date: Time: Shift:
Meeting Conducted By: (Name/Company Title)
Topics Discussed:
~
Weather Conditions
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Injuries and Illnesses
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Corrective Actions/Precautions
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Site Emergency Plan
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Review of Site Health and Safety Hazards
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Oil/Chemical Hazards
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PPE to be Worn
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Decontamination Procedures
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Other Topics (list)
Attendees:
NAME (printed)
SOC. SEC NO.
SIGNATURE
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APPENDIX: PERSONNEL TRACKING SYSTEM
Anyone entering or departing a work area, shall report to the site supervisor or designated representative.
Please complete upon entering or departing the site:
NAME LOCATION TIME - ENTRY/EXIT
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9700 General Information on Potential Discharge Sources
9800 Memorandum of Agreements between participating agencies
9900 Support and Reference Resources
9910 Glossary
The following lists contain definitions for terms and acronyms used in this plan and in
the oil and hazardous materials response community generally. While the lists may not
be comprehensive, every effort was made to define and identify terms and acronyms to
make this document usable to the lay person. Differences between state and federal
definitions are identified where necessary.
Definitions
The sources of definitions are indicated where appropriate. For enforcement purposes,
refer to the applicable state laws or federal regulations.
Area Committee, as defined by sections 311(a) (18) and (j) (4) of CWA, as amended by
OPA, means the entity appointed by the President consisting of members from Federal,
state, and local agencies with responsibilities that include preparing an area
contingency plan for a designated area.
Area Contingency Plan (ACP), as defined by sections 311(a) (19) and (j) (4) of CWA, as
amended by OPA, means the plan prepared by an area committee, that in conjunction
with the NCP, shall address the removal of a discharge, including a worst-case
discharge and the mitigation or prevention of a substantial threat of such a discharge
from a vessel, offshore facility, or onshore facility operating in or near a designated
area.
Biological additives means microbiological cultures, enzymes, or nutrient additives
deliberately introduced into, an oil discharge to encourage biodegradation to mitigate the
effects of the discharge.
Bulk means material that is stored or transported in a loose, unpackaged liquid, powder
or granular form capable of being conveyed by a pipe, bucket, chute or belt system.
Burning agents means those additives that, through physical or chemical means,
improve the combustibility of the materials to which they are applied.
CERCLA is the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability
Act of 1980, as amended by the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of
1986. It is also known as the Superfund Act.
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Chemical agents means those elements, compounds, or mixtures that coagulate,
disperse, dissolve, emulsify, foam, neutralize, precipitate, reduce, solubilize, oxidize,
concentrate, congeal, entrap, fix, make the pollutant mass more rigid or viscous, or
otherwise facilitate the mitigation of deleterious effects or the removal of the oil,
hazardous substance, pollutants, or contaminants from the water. Chemical agents
include biological additives, dispersants, sinking agents, miscellaneous oil spill control
agents, and burning agents.
Claim means a request, made in writing for a sum certain, for compensation for
damages or removal costs resulting from an incident.
Coastal waters means the waters of the coastal zone except for the Great Lakes and
specified ports and harbors on inland rivers. Precise boundaries are determined by
USCG/EPA agreements and identified in this ACP. (see Table 1-1).
Coastal zone means all United States waters subject to the tide, United States waters
of the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain, specified ports and harbors on inland rivers,
waters of the contiguous zone, other waters of the high seas subject to the NCP, and
the land surface or land substrata, ground waters, and ambient air proximal to those
waters. The term coastal zone delineates an area of federal responsibility for response
action. Precise boundaries are determined by EPA/USCG agreements identified in
Federal Regional Contingency Plans. Boundaries are also identified in this ACP.
(Table 1-1)
Coast Guard District Response Group, as defined by sections 311(a) (20) and (j) (3) of
CWA, as amended by OPA, means the entity established by the Secretary of the
department in which the USCG is operating in each USCG district and shall consist of:
the combined USCG personnel and equipment, including firefighting equipment, of
each port within the district; additional prepositioned response equipment; and a district
response advisory team.
Contiguous Zone means the zone of the high seas, established by the United States
under Article 24 of the Convention on the Territorial Sea and Contiguous Zone, which
extends nine miles seaward from the outer limit of the territorial sea.
Discharge, as defined by section 311(a)(2) of CWA; as amended by OPA, includes, but
is not limited to, any spilling, leaking, pumping, pouring, emitting, emptying, or dumping
of oil, but excludes discharges in compliance with a permit under section 402 of CWA,
discharges resulting from circumstances identified and reviewed and made a part of the
public record with respect to a permit issued or modified under section 402 of CWA,
and subject to a condition in such permit, or continuous or anticipated intermittent
discharges from a point source, identified in a permit or permit application under section
402 of CWA, that are caused by events occurring within the scope of relevant operating
or treatment systems. For purposes of the NCP, discharge also means imminent threat
of discharge.
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Dispersants means those chemical agents that emulsify, disperse, or solubilize oil into
the water column or promote the surface spreading of oil to facilitate dispersal of the oil
into the water column.
Drinking water supply, as defined by section 101(7) of CERCLA, means any raw or
finished water source that is or may be used by a public water system (as defined in the
Safe Drinking Water Act) or as drinking water by one or more individuals.
Federally permitted release, as defined by section 101(10) of CERCLA, means
discharges in compliance with a permit under section 402 of the Federal Water
Pollution Control Act; discharges resulting from circumstances identified and reviewed
and made part of the public record with respect to a permit issued or modified under
section 402 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act and subject to a condition of
such permit.
First Federal Official means the first federal representative of a participating agency of
the National Response Team to arrive at the scene of a discharge. This official
coordinates activities under the NCP and may initiate, in consultation with the FOSC,
any necessary actions until the arrival of the predesignated FOSC.
Fund or Trust Fund means the Oil Spill Liabillity Trust Fund, various state funds or the
Hazardous Substance Response Trust Fund .
Geographic Response Plan (GRP) is a document which provides oil spill response
strategies and natural resource sensitivity information for specific geographic areas.
Ground water, as defined by section 101(12) of CERCLA, means water in a saturated
zone or stratum beneath the surface of land or water.
Hazardous substance, as defined by section 101(14) of CERCLA, means: any
substance designated pursuant to section 311(b)(2)(A) of the CWA; any element,
compound, mixture, solution, or substance designated pursuant to section 102 of
CERCLA; any hazardous waste having the characteristics identified under or listed
pursuant to section 3001 of the Solid Waste Disposal Act (but not including any waste
the regulation of which under the Solid Waste Disposal Act has been suspended by Act
of Congress); any toxic pollutant listed under section 307(a) of the CWA; any
hazardous air pollutant listed under section 112 of the Clean Air Act; and any
imminently hazardous chemical substance or mixture with respect to which the
Administrator has taken action pursuant to section 7 of the Toxic Substances Control
Act. The term does not include petroleum, including crude oil or any fraction thereof,
which is not otherwise specifically listed or designated as a hazardous substance in the
first sentence of this paragraph, and the term does not include natural gas, natural gas
liquids, liquefied natural gas or synthetic gas usable for fuel (or mixtures of natural gas
and such synthetic gas).
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Inland waters means those waters of the United States in the inland zone, waters of the
Great Lakes, Lake Champlain, and specified ports and harbors on inland rivers.
Inland zone means the environment inland of the coastal zone excluding the Great
Lakes, Lake Champlain, and specified ports and harbors on inland rivers. The term
inland zone delineates an area of federal responsibilities for response actions. Precise
boundaries are determined by EPA/USCG agreements and are identified in this ACP.
(Table 1-1)
Incident of National Significance means an incident which due to its severity, size,
location, actual or potential impact on the public health and welfare or the environment,
or the necessary response effort, is so complex that it requires extraordinary
coordination of federal, state, local, and responsible party resources to contain and
cleanup.
Lead agency means the Federal or State agency that has primary responsibility for
coordinating response action under this Plan. The lead Federal agency is the agency
that provides the FOSC as specified elsewhere in this Plan and has the authority to
direct Federal resources. The lead State agency is the agency that provides the SOSC
as specified elsewhere in this Plan and has the authority to direct State resources.
Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) is a group of local representatives
appointed by the State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) to prepared local oil
and hazardous materials spill response plans as per the mandates of CERCLA as
amended by the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act Title III.
Local Official means a representative of county, city, or municipality or other
subdivivision of state government with responsibility for represnting that entity's
interests in the event of an incident.
Management of migration means actions that are taken to minimize and mitigate the
migration of hazardous substances or pollutants or contaminants and the effects of
such migration. Management of migration actions may be appropriate where the
hazardous substances or pollutants or contaminants are no longer at or near the area
where they were originally located or situations where a source cannot be adequately
identified or characterized. Measures may include, but are not limited to, provision of
alternative water supplies, management of a plume of contamination, or treatment of a
drinking water aquifer.
Maximum Most Probable discharge is based on historical spill data, and is the size of
the discharge of oil or hazardous substance most likely to occur taking into account
such factors as the size of the largest recorded spill, traffic flow through the area,
hazard assessment, risk assessment, seasonal considerations, spill histories and
operating records of facilities and vessels in the area.
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Most Probable Discharge is the size of the average spill in the area based on the
historical data available.
National Pollution Funds Center (NPFC), as defined by section 7 of Executive Order
12777, means the entity established by the Secretary of the department in which the
USCG is operating whose function is the administration of the Oil Spill Liability Trust
Fund (OSLTF). This includes access to the OSLTF by Federal agencies, states, and
designated trustees for removal actions and initiation of natural resource damage
assessments, as well as claims for removal costs and damages.
National Strike Force Coordination Center (NSFCC), is defined by sections 311(a) (23)
and (j) (2) of CWA, as amended by OPA, means the entity established by the Secretary
of the department in which the USCG is operating at Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Its
responsibilities include providing a variety of technical assistance and other resources
to an FOSC, and administration of the USCG Strike Teams established under the NCP.
Natural resources means land, fish, wildlife, biota, air, water, ground water, drinking
water supplies, and other such resources belonging to, managed by, held in trust by,
appertaining to, or otherwise controlled by the United States (including the resources of
the exclusive economic zone defined by the Magnuson Fishery Conservation and
Management Act of 1976), any state or local government, any foreign government, any
Indian tribe, or, if such resources are subject to a trust restriction on alienation, any
member of an Indian tribe.
Navigable waters, as defined by 40 CFR 110.1, means the waters and adjoining
shorelines of the United States, including the territorial seas. The term includes:
• All waters that are currently used, were used in the past, or may be susceptible
to use in interstate or foreign commerce, including all waters that are subject to the ebb
and flow of the tide;
• Interstate waters, including interstate wetlands;
• All other waters such as intrastate lakes, rivers, streams (including intermittent
streams), mud flats, sandflats, and wetlands, the use, degradation, or destruction of
which would affect or could affect interstate or foreign commerce including any such
waters:
1. That are or could be used by interstate or foreign travelers for recreational
or other purposes;
2. From which fish or shellfish are or could be taken and sold in interstate or
foreign commerce; and
3. That are used or could be used for industrial purposes by industries in
interstate commerce.
• All impoundments of waters otherwise defined as navigable waters;
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• Tributaries of waters identified in this definition, including adjacent wetlands; and
• Wetlands adjacent to waters identified in this definition: Provided, that waste
treatment systems (other than cooling ponds meeting the criteria of this
paragraph) are not waters of the United States.
Offshore facility means any facility of any kind located in, on, or under any of the
navigable waters and any facility of any kind located in, on, or under any other waters,
other than a vessel or a public vessel.
Oil naturally occurring liquid hydrocarbons at atmospheric temperature and pressure
coming from the earth, including condensate and natural gasoline, and any fractionation
thereof, including, but not limited to. crude oil, petroleum gasoline, fuel oil, diesel,
sludge, oil, .refuse, oil, vegetable oil, animal oil, coal oil, oil mixed with ballast or bilge
water, and oil mixed with wastes other than dredged spoils. Oil does not include any
substance listed in table 302.4 of 40 CFR Part 302 under Section 101 (14) of CERCLA.
Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (OSLTF) means the fund established under section 9509 of
the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 9509).
Oregon Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team, means a team of local
emergency responders trained, equipped and organized to respond to oil and
hazardous materials incidents in a given geographic area.
Oregon Radiation Emergency Response Team (RERT), is a group composed of
individuals from the Oregon Health Division Radiation Control Section. This team will
respond to any radioactive materials incident.
On-Scene Coordinator (OSC) means the official predesignated by Federal or state
government to coordinate and direct response. OSC is usually modified with a lead
character indicating affiliation. The Federal OSC (FOSC) and State OSC (SOSC) have
the authority and responsibility to direct Federal and State resources respectively.
Onshore facility means any facility (including, but not limited to motor vehicles and
rolling stock) of any kind located in, on, or under any land within the United States other
than submerged land.
Preliminary assessment means review of existing information and an on-sit and off-site
reconnaissance, if appropriate, to determine if a discharge or release may require
additional investigation or action.
Public vessel, as defined by section 311(a) (4) of CWA, as amended by OPA, means a
vessel owned or bareboat-chartered and operated by the United States, or by a state or
political subdivision thereof, or by a foreign nation, except when such vessel is engaged
in commerce.
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Release means any spilling, leaking, pouring, emitting, emptying, discharging, injecting,
escaping, leaching, dumping, or disposing into the environment, including the
abandonment or discarding of barrels, containers, and other closed receptacles,
containing any hazardous substance or pollutant or contaminant.
Remove or removal refers to containment and removal of oil or hazardous substance
from the water, shorelines or land or the taking of such other actions as may be
necessary to minimize or mitigate damage to the public health or welfare (including, but
not limited to, fish, shellfish, wildlife, public and private property, and shorelines and
beaches) or to the environment. For the purpose of the NCP, the term also includes
enforcement activities related thereto.
Sinking agents means those additives applied to oil discharges to sink floating
pollutants below the water surface.
Site means the area covered by the extent of contamination and all suitable areas in
very close proximity to the contamination necessary for implementation of a response
action.
Specified ports and harbors means ports and harbor areas on inland rivers, and land
areas immediately adjacent to those waters, where the USCG acts as predesignated
on-scene coordinator.
Spill of National Significance - See Incident of National Significance.
State means the states of the United States, the District of Columbia, the
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, the
Commonwealth of Northern Marianas, and any other territory or possession over which
the United States has jurisdiction. For purposes of the NCP, the term includes Indian
tribes as defined in the NCP except where specifically noted.
State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) a group of officials appointed by
governors to implement the provisions of Title III SARA.
Superfund - See CERCLA.
Surface collecting agents means those chemical agents that form a surface film to
control the layer thickness of oil.
Tank vessel means a vessel constructed or adapted to carry, or that carries, oil or
hazardous material in bulk as cargo or cargo residue.
Tribal Official is an individual designated to represent tribal interests for purposes of
spill response.
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Trustee means an official of a Federal, state or tribal natural resource management
agency designated in Subpart G of the NCP or-as designated by a state or tribe, who
may pursue claims for damages in the event of a spill.
Unified Command is a version of Incident Command System where decisions are made
with the joint input of several agencies representing their individual jurisdictions. Note:
The FOSC has the ultimate authority to resolve any disputed decision or action.
Vessel means every watercraft or other artificial contrivance used, or capable of being
used, as.a means of transportation on water other than a public vessel.
Volunteer means any individual accepted to perform services by the lead agency,
responsible party or unified command which has authority to accept volunteer services.
A volunteer is subject to the provisions of the authorizing statute, the NCP and this
plan.
Worst-case Discharge means, in the case of a vessel, a discharge in adverse weather
conditions of its entire cargo, and in the case of an offshore or onshore facility is the
largest foreseeable discharge in adverse weather conditions.
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9911 Acronyms and Abbreviations
AC Area Committee
ACP Area Contingency Plan
AOR Area of Responsibility
APHIS Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
ARAR Applicable or Relevant and Appropriate Requirements
ARPA Archaeological Resource Protection Act
, AST Atlantic Strike Team, Fort Dix, New Jersey (USCG)
ATSDR Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease- Registry
BIA Bureau of Indian Affairs (U.S. Federal)
BLM Bureau of Land Management (U.S. Federal)
BOE Bureau of Explosives
CAMEO Computer-Aided Management of Emergency Operations
CANUSPAC Joint Canada-U.S. Marine Pollution Contingency Plan Pacific
CCG Canadian Coast Guard
CCGD13 Commander, Thirteenth Coast Guard District (USCG)
CDC Centers for Disease Control (U.S. Federal)
CDRH Center for Devices and Radiological Health
CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response
Compensation and Liability Act of 1980
CERCLIS CERCLA Information System
CFR Code of Federal Regulation (U.S. Federal)
CGAS Coast Guard Air Station (USCG)
CHEMTREC Chemical Emergency Transportation Center
CHLOREP Chlorine Emergency Plan
CHRIS Chemical Hazard Response Information System
COGLA Canadian Oil and Gas Lands Administration (Canada Federal)
COTP Captain of the Port (USCG)
CRCI Clean Rivers Cooperative Incorporated
CSCI Clean Sound Cooperative Incorporated
Customs U.S. Customs Service/Revenue Canada
CWA Clean Water Act (33 USC 1321)
DHD District Health Department (Idaho)
DEIS Draft Environmental Impact Statement
DINA Department of Indian and Northern Affairs (Canada Federal)
DFO Department of Fisheries and Oceans (Canada Federal)
DND Department of National Defense (Canada Federal)
DOC Department of Commerce (U.S. Federal)
DOD Department of Defense (U.S. Federal)
DOE Department of Energy (U.S. Federal)
Department of Environment (Canada Federal)
DOI Department of Interior (U.S. Federal)
DOJ Department of Justice (U.S. Federal)
DOL Department of Labor (U.S. Federal)
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DOS
Department of State (U.S. Federal)
DOSC
Deputy On-Scene Coordinator
DOT
Department of Transportation (U.S. & Canada Federal)
Department of the Treasury (U.S. Federal)
DRAT
District Response Advisory Team (USCG)
DRG
District Response Group (USCG)
DWT
Dead Weight Ton
EA
Department of External Affairs (Canada Federal)
EC
Environmental Coordinator (Idaho)
Ecology
Washington State Department of Ecology
EIS
Environmental Impact Statement
EMD
Emergency Management Division
EMR
Department of Energy Mines and Resources (Canada Federal)
EMS
Emergency Medical Services
EOC
Emergency Operations Center
EPA
Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. Federal)
EPS
Environmental Protection Service (Canada Federal)
ERC
Emergency Response Coordinator (USPHS)
ERT
Environmental Response Team
ESF
Emergency Support Functions
FCO
Federal Coordinating Officer (U.S. Federal, FEMA)
FDA
Food and Drug Administration (U.S. Federal)
FEMA
Federal Emergency Management Agency
FINCEN
Finance Center (USCG)
FOSC
Federal On-Scene Coordinator
FPN
Federal Project Number
FRERP
Federal Radiological Emergency Response Plan
FRP
Federal Response Plan
FTS
Federal Telecommunications Systems
FWPCA
Federal Water Pollution Control Act
FWS
Fish and Wildlife Service (U.S. Federal)
GRP
Geographic Response Plan
GRU
U.S. Coast Guard Group
GSA
General Services Administration (U.S. Federal)
GST
Gulf Strike Team, Mobile, Alabama (USCG)
GT
Gross Ton
HACS
Hazard Assessment Computer System
HAZMAT
Hazardous Materials
HB
House Bill (Washington)
HHS
Department of Health and Human Services (U.S. Federal)
HMER
Hazardous Materials Emergency Response
HUD
Housing and Urban Development (U.S. Federal)
H&W
Health and Welfare Canada (Canada Federal)
IBDS
Idaho Bureau of Disaster Services
IC
Incident Commander
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ICS
Incident Command System
IDEM
Idaho Department of Emergency Management
IDEQ
Idaho Division of Environmental Quality
IDHW
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
IDWR
Idaho Department of Water Resources
IHCC
Interagency Hazard Communication Council (Oregon)
INEL
Idaho National Engineering Laboratory
INS
Immigration and Naturalization Service (U.S. Federal)
IONS
Incidents of National Significance
IOSA
Islands Oil Spill Association
ISP
Idaho State Police
ITD
Idaho Transportation Department
JIC
Joint Information Center
JRC
Joint Response Center
JRT
Joint Canadian-U.S. Response Team
LCP
Local Contingency Plan (USCG)
LEPC
Local Emergency Planning Committee
LEPD
Local Emergency Planning Districts (Washington)
LERA
Local Emergency Response Authority (Idaho)
L&l
Department of Labor and Industries (Washington)
LOSC
Local On-scene Coordinator
LRC
Local Response Center
LRT
Local Response Team
MARAD
Maritime Administration (U.S. Federal)
MCSAP
Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program
MEP
Marine Environmental Protection Branch (USCG)
MFSA
Maritime Fire and Safety Association (Oregon)
MIO
Marine Inspection Office (USCG)
MLC
Maintenance & Logistics Command (USCG)
MLCPAC
Maintenance and Logistics Command Pacific (USCG)
MMS
Minerals Management Service (U.S. Federal)
MOA
Memorandum of Agreement
MOU
Memorandum of Understanding
MRL
Minimum Response Levels
MSIS
Marine Safety Information System (USCG)
MSO
Marine Safety Office (USCG)
MSRC
Marine Spill Response Corporation
NAVSUPSALV U.S. Navy Supervisor of Salvage
NCP
National Oil and Hazardous Substances
Pollution Contingency Plan (40 CFR 300)
NEPA
National Environmental Policy Act (U.S. Federal)
NIOSH
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NMFS
National Marine Fisheries Service (U.S. Federal)
NOAA
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (U.S. Federal)
NPFC
National Pollution Funds Center (U.S. Federal)
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NPS National Park Service (U.S. Federal)
NRC National Response Center (U.S. Federal)
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
NRDA Natural Resource Damage Assessment
NRS National Response System (U.S. Federal)
NRT National Response Team (U.S. Federal)
NSF National Strike Force (U.S. Federal)
NSFCC National Strike Force Coordination Center (U.S. Federal)
NTSB National Transportation Safety Board (U.S. Federal)
OAR Oregon Administrative Rules
ODEQ Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
ODFW Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
ODOE Oregon Department of Energy
ODOT Oregon Department of Transportation
OEC Oregon Environmental Council
OEM Oregon Emergency Management
OERS Oregon Emergency Response System
OHS Oil and Hazardous Substances
OPA 90 or OPA Oil Pollution Act of 1990
OPCEN Operations Center (USCG)
OR-OSHA Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Administration
ORS Oregon Revised Statutes
OSC On-Scene Coordinator
OSC-R On-Scene Coordinator Representative
OSC/RPM On-Scene Coordinator/Remedial Project Manager
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OSHD Oregon State Health Division
OSLTF Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund
OSP Oregon State Police
OSRA Oil Spill Response Account (Washington)
OSU Oregon State University
PAO Public Affairs Officer (USCG)
PHS Public Health Service (U.S. Federal)
PI AT Public Information Assist Team (USCG)
PIO Public Information Officer
POLREP Pollution Report (Message format)
PP Potential Pollution Source
PPR Preliminary Purchase Request (Washington)
PRP Potentially Responsible Party
PSICC Puget Sound Interagency Coordination Center
PST Pacific Strike Team, Novato, California (USCG)
RAT Radiological Assistance Team
RCP Regional Contingency Plan
RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
RCW Revised Code of Washington
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R&D Center U.S. Coast Guard Research and Development Center
RDA Resource Damage Assessment (Washington)
RERT Radiological Emergency Response Team
RFD Reference Dose
RHMRT Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team (Oregon)
RNO Regional News Office
RP Responsible Party
RPM Remedial Project Manager
RRC Regional Response Center
RRT Regional Response Team
RSEO Regional Superintendent Emergency Ops (Canada Federal)
RSPA Research and Special Programs Administration
SAC Support Agency Coordinator
SAR Search and Rescue
SARA Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986
SARSTA Search and Rescue Station (USCG)
SEPA State Environmental Policy Act (Washington)
SERC State Emergency Response Commission
SFM State Fire Marshall
SI Site Inspection
SITREP Situation Report (Message format)
SMC Search and Rescue Mission Coordinator
SOLV Stop Oregon Littering and Vandalism (Oregon)
SONS Spill of National Significance (see IONS)
SOP Standard Operating Procedure
SOSC State On-scene Coordinator
SSC Scientific Support Coordinator (U.S. Federal)
TAP Trans-Alaskan Pipeline
TAT Technical Assistance Team (EPA)
TEAP Transportation Emergency Action Plan
TOSC Tribal On-Scene Coordinator
USA U.S. Army
USACE U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
USAF U.S. Air Force
USC U.S. Code (U.S. Federal)
USCG U.S. Coast Guard
USDA U.S. Department of Agriculture
USDHHS U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
USFS U.S. Forest Service
USFWS U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
USGS U.S. Geological Survey
USMC U.S. Marine Corps
USN U.S. Navy
USPHS U.S. Public Health Service
VR Vulnerable Resources
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VTS Vessel Traffic Service (USCG)
WAC Washington Administrative Code
WCC Warning Communications Center (USDOE)
WDEM Washington Department of Emergency Management
WDF Washington Department of Fisheries
WDNR Washington Department of Natural Resources
WDOA Washington Department of Agriculture
WDOE Washington Department of Ecology
WDOT Washington Department of Transportation
WDFW Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife
WEC Washington Environmental Council
WISHA Washington Department of Occupational Safety and Health
WSMC Washington State Maritime Commission
WSP Washington State Patrol
9920 Conversion Tables
9930 Sample Communications
9931 Forms
9932 Notices
9933 Letters
9934 Plans
9935 Reports
9940 Bibliography and Additional Resource Documents
9941 Canada-United States Joint Marine Pollution Contingency Plans
(CANUS)
9941.1 CANUS/OPS
9941.2 CANUS/WEST
9941.3 CANUS/PAC
9942 North American Emergency Response Guide Book
9950 Recommended ICS Forms
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