2022-07-23_GENERAL DOCUMENTS - M1989074

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situations initial response and first aid will be available by qualified onsite personnel. 14 The following will be considered emergency situations: • Fire/Explosion • Release of Hazardous substances • Accident/Injury • Criminal Acts • Natural Phenomena • Medical and Casualty incidents For purposes of the McCollum's Excavating Emergency Action Plan, the project's Operations Manager is designated as the Local Emergency Coordinator. In case of a hazardous materials emergency, the Operations Manager or senior onsite supervisor will assume full control of the situation until the arrival of emergency responders. The Operations Manager and SSO will report to the Command Post and work with emergency response teams to identify and evaluate hazards. Emergency responses and communications will be coordinated and controlled through the onsite Incident Commander. Communications equipment Emergency Equipment and Supplies McCollum's Excavating shall provide at least one first aid kit complying with 29 CFR 1926.50(d)(I), portable fire extinguishers with a 2A:IOBC rating. First aid kit locations shall be specially marked and provided with adequate water and other supplies necessary to cleanse and decontaminate minor burns, wounds, or lesions. Chemical fire extinguishers with a 2A-IOB:C rating shall be located on each piece of heavy equipment, near any portable diesel or gasoline fueling tank, and at the site administrative area. Procedures for Handling Emergencies In the event of an emergency, the information available at the time must be properly evaluated and the appropriate steps taken to implement the emergency response plan. The Operations Manager or senior onsite supervisor will assume command of the situation and will: - call 911 from an available phone, - evacuate personnel as needed, and - take other steps as necessary to gain control of the situation. BEC Mine Closure Project August 8, 2022