ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT - Gold Coast · PDF fileVersion 1 February 2010 1 of 25 pages Site Emergency Response Plan - Gold Coast Quarry Site OHSQ:12.1 ER:F6 Emergency Response

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT

APPENDIX

SSEMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN

Version 1 February 2010 1 of 25 pages

Site Emergency Response Plan - Gold Coast Quarry Site OHSQ:12.1 ER:F6

Emergency Response Plan

Business: BCM QLD/NT Quarries

Site: Gold Coast Quarry Site (Greenfield development)

Developed By: Project Team (checked by BCM QLD/NT OH&S Dept.)

Date Developed: June, 2012

Version: Rev 2: Updated 28 August 2012

Contents

1. Introduction

2. Emergencies on this site - procedures

3. Emergency response team - responsibilities

4. Chain of command during an emergency

5. Contact names/numbers - calling the right people

6. Emergency communications

7. Evacuation procedure

8. Lock down procedure

9. Carrying out drills

10. Debriefing and counselling

11. Keeping the business going

12. Investigation and review

13. Site emergency response flowchart and site plan

14. Emergency response checklists and attachments

Emergency response card



1. Introduction

These procedures have been designed for use on quarries and sand plants. This includes Lorry Owner Driver’s (LOD), contractors, visitors, service providers and Boral employees’.

1.1 Emergency Definition

An emergency may be described as an abnormal, dangerous or life threatening situation requiring timely action to protect people, property and the environment from harm.

1.2 Aim

The aim of these procedures is to provide a system and resources to ensure that all personnel are capable of responding correctly and safely to any emergency situation.

1.3 Objective

To enable sites to manage an emergency and minimise the risk of injury and/or damage to site personnel, members of the public, plant and the environment.

1.4 Instructions to Employees, Contractors and Tradespeople

All employees, contractors and tradespeople who are employed / engaged on the site must be given adequate instructions in the actions they must take in the event of an emergency.

This instruction must cover the following:

The method of raising the alarm and warning others when confronted by an emergency. The action to be taken by each employee/contractor when he/she hears the alarm. The need to search and account for persons when evacuating premises. The pathways of escape from the premises and the location of the Evacuation Assembly

Areas. The position, type and method of operation of the fire fighting equipment installed. The ways to deal with specific emergencies likely to occur at the site.

All visitors to the site are to be accompanied at all times in operational areas on site by suitable site personnel and must be made aware of restricted work areas and the emergency assembly point(s). Refer to the “Visitor Induction Form” OHS 5.2.I.F / ACM_EMS_IND02. Where a visitor cannot be accompanied at all times in operational areas then they must be considered a contractor and inducted accordingly.



2. Emergencies on site The emergency procedures outlined are designed to cover the types of emergencies listed below, where a full or partial evacuation may be required.

These procedures cover the immediate actions and control actions for each emergency listed.

Moving persons from immediate danger to safety is always the first action (if safe to do so).

Control actions from then on must ensure all persons are safe and accounted for.

Automatic and immediate actions depend on clear communications occurring amongst the control staff, from the alarm signal, hand held radios and internal phone system.

2.1 Fire, Smoke or Explosion Personnel should only attempt to fight small fires, which can be safely put out with extinguishers or fire hoses.

All other fire fighting must be left to the Fire Service.

In particular, no attempt should be made to fight LPG fires, for which the automatic shut down system provides the primary response.

Do not collect personal effects following instructions to evacuate.

Person discovering the fire

Move persons in danger to safety Raise/activate the alarm Notify Chief Warden/Area Warden/Warden

Area Warden/Warden

Search area – ensure all persons are moved to safety Confirm Communications Officer has details and location Evacuate to an Evacuation Assembly Area or site emergency exit

point (refer site plan Pg 24 of this document) Conduct roll call and account for all persons Advise Chief Warden of missing person(s)

Communications Officer

Make Radio/Mobile/Phone announcement of emergency and location being evacuated – advise other areas to stand by (REPEAT)

Phone 000 Emergency Services, give details If required, advise Chief Warden of missing person(s)

Chief Warden

Proceed to danger area Confirm all persons have been removed to safety Advise Communications Officer of situation and request ambulance

assistance if needed Order further evacuation if needed Ensure roll calls and accountings for all persons are completed Ensure Chief Fire Officer is met and briefed with missing person(s)

and fire location detail

Emergency Executive

Proceed to Evacuation Assembly Area Notify Project Manager (PM) and BPG Manager who may need to

issue a media statement and/or contact family members Initiate recovery plans



2.2 Urgent Medical Emergency Treat the person as quickly as possible. The first person at the scene may not be trained in first aid, and every effort must be made to summon qualified personnel. Attempts to move a victim should be left to ambulance/first aid personnel unless the victim is in danger. Ambulance should be called through a direct “000” call Person Discovering Notify Area Warden/Chief Warden – get assistance

If trained and qualified in fist aid techniques initiate first aid / CPR If not first aid trained stay with patient until the site first aider /

medical assistance arrives

Chief Warden/Warden Ensure medical assistance is on its way Meet the Ambulance and escort to the scene

Emergency Executive Notify Project Manager (PM) and BPG Manager

Notify the person’s family/emergency contact

2.3 Vehicle / Mobile Plant Rollover Cease work immediately in the area. Person Discovering Move all personnel away from the area

Check condition of person and follow “Urgent Medical Emergency” procedures outlined above in section 2.2 (if safe to do so)

Shut down any machinery that may be running (if safe to do so) Advise Area Warden/Chief Warden

Chief Warden Confirm all persons have been removed to safety

Advise Communications Officer of situation and request ambulance assistance if needed (direct call to “000”)

Advise Emergency Executive Emergency Executive Notify Project Manager (PM) and BPG Manager

Notify regulatory authority(s) if requirement Ensure area is cordoned off until permission has been granted re-

open area from the Emergency Services or Police (if in attendance) Initiate recovery to remove mobile plant and clear area



2.4 Structural Failure Move personnel away from the emergency area. Person Discovering Move personnel away from the area

Raise the alarm Advise Area Warden/Chief Warden


Advice Communications Officer of situation and request fire/ ambulance assistance if needed (direct call to “000”)

Order further evacuation if needed Ensure roll calls and accountings for all persons are completed Advise Emergency Executive

Emergency Executive Notify Project Manager (PM) and BPG Manager Notify regulatory authority(s) if requirement Ensure area is cordoned off until permission has been granted re-

open area from the Emergency Services and Police (if in attendance)

2.5 Toxic Emission Move personnel away from the emergency area and upwind from the emissions. Person Discovering Shut down – prevent further release of emissions (if safe to do so)

If emissions present a danger to employees’ safety, activate evacuation procedures

Advise Area Warden/Chief Warden Chief Warden Notify Emergency Services “000” if needed

Prevent unauthorised entry to the incident location Ensure area is cordoned off until permission has been granted re-

open area from the Emergency Services if in attendance Advise Emergency Executive

Emergency Executive Notify Project Manager (PM) and BPG Manager If necessary advise local or State Environmental Authority Ensure area is cordoned off until permission has been granted

re-open area from the Emergency Services and Police (if in attendance)

Initiate recovery plans


Site Emergency Response Plan - Gold Coast Quarry Site OHSQ:12.1 ER:F6 2.6 Security Threats On receipt of threat, remain calm and do not take any action that may endanger your life or the life of others.

2.6.1 Bomb Threats – Telephones

Do not use mobile phones, radios, pagers or any other radio transmitting device.

Use line telephones to communicate.

Person Receiving Keep caller on the line for as long as possible Do not hang up Use the Bomb Threat Checklist – Questions to ask Listen carefully to background noises, speech mannerisms,

accents, etc. that may give a clue to the age, sex and location of the caller

Immediately caller hangs up: Do not hang up or touch phone again until authorised Report threat to Chief Warden and Emergency Executive Notify Police “000” when instructed Complete Bomb Threat Checklist (see section 14.2) Do not discuss threat with any person not authorised to receive

such information Be prepared for interview with senior management and police

Chief Warden Direct all persons to remain where they are

Brief Area Wardens and Wardens Close ALL external gates except one and have it manned to restrict

entry to site Commence search of all external public areas Search evacuation pathways to access an appropriate Emergency

Assembly Area Advise Emergency Executive Conduct a search for any suspect packages with Emergency

Executive (only if safe to do so) Emergency Executive Immediately evaluate threat

Commence search with Chief Warden for any suspect items that do not belong, are unusual, or are not normally present on the site (only if safe to do so)

Notify Project Manager (PM) and BPG Manager Initiate recovery plans

IF A SUSPECT ITEM IS FOUND: DO NOT TOUCH IT! DO NOT MOVE IT! MOVE AWAY FROM AREA!

Report the location of the suspect item to police on their arrival. Chief Warden / Emergency Executive

Order immediate evacuation via cleared pathways to a cleared Evacuation Assembly Area

Staff should take all personal belongings Leave doors and windows open Ensure no person remains in danger Conduct roll call and account for all persons



IF SEARCH FAILS TO FIND A SUSPECT ITEM:

Chief Warden/ Emergency Executive

Order evacuation Notify Project Manager (PM) and BPG Manager Do not permit re-entry to site until Police authorisation is given Initiate recovery plans as necessary

2.6.2 Suspect Mail

Do not use mobile phones, radios, pagers or any other radio transmitting device. Use line telephones to communicate. Suspect Letter and Parcel Recognition Points: All persons handling mail should be conscious of the following suspicious features:

Foreign mail, air mail, special delivery Restrictive marking – confidential, personal Excessive postage Handwritten – poorly typed addresses Unusual shape or odour Misspelling of common words Oily stains or discolouration Excessive weight Rigid, lopsided or uneven envelope Protruding wires/tinfoil Excessive securing materials such as masking tape/string.

IF SUSPECT MAIL ITEM IS RECEIVED: DO NOT TOUCH IT! DO NOT MOVE IT! DO NOT COVER IT! DO NOT DISTURB IT!

Person Receiving Immediately move nearby persons in danger to safety Advise Chief Warden/Emergency Executive Be prepared to brief Police

Chief Warden Commence search of exit pathways and proposed Evacuation Assembly Area – refer Bomb Threat procedures

Ensure Police “000” are notified Order evacuation via cleared pathways to a cleared Evacuation

Assembly Area Staff should take all personal belongings Ensure no person remains in danger Conduct roll call and account for all persons Advise Emergency Executive

Emergency Executive Notify Project Manager (PM) and BPG Manager Do not permit re-entry to site until Police authorisation is given Initiate recovery plans as necessary



2.6.3 Armed Intrusion – Hold Up

Notify any suspicious persons to your Area Warden/Chief Warden NO AMOUNT OF MONEY OR INFORMATION IS WORTH A LIFE Person Confronted Remain calm

Make no sudden movements or take any action that may irritate or excite intruder(s)

Be courteous and answer all questions Obey all instructions Hand over cash and any personal valuables on request Evaluate intruder(s): Take note of appearance and other characteristics, mannerisms,

accent When the intruder(s) has departed: Do not give chase Report to Area Warden/Chief Warden Complete Armed Intrusion Checklist (refer to section 14.3)

Area Warden/Chief Warden Care for any person injured Notify Police “000” and Ambulance if needed Prevent unauthorised entry to the incident location Organise all witnesses to complete Armed Intrusion Checklist Standby for directions from Police. Notify Emergency Executive

Emergency Executive If necessary arrange trauma counselling (offer BEAP) Notify Project Manager (PM) and BPG Manager Initiate recovery plans as necessary

2.7 Cyclone (Refer to Site Cyclone/Tsunami Plan, if one developed for site). 2.8 Drowning Personal Floatation Device (PFD) must be worn by ALL rescue personnel. Ambulance should be called through a direct “000” call Person Discovering Raise Alarm - Notify Area Warden/Chief Warden – get assistance

Throw a buoyant object / rope to the person Launch the rescue boat (if safe to do so) If trained and qualified in fist aid techniques initiate CPR If not trained stay with victim until medical assistance arrives

Chief Warden Ensure medical assistance is on its way

Meet and direct Ambulance to scene Notify Emergency Executive




2.9 Flooding Avoid entering flood waters. Stay away from drains, culverts and water over “30cm deep”. Act under instructions of person-in-charge / emergency services Person Discovering Move personnel away from the area

Activate the alarm Advise Area Warden/Chief Warden


Advise Communications Officer of situation and request assistance of emergency services if needed (direct call “000”)

If safe to do so move all mobile plant and equipment to higher ground

Turn off site power, water and gas Order further evacuation if needed Ensure roll calls and accountings for all persons are completed Notify Emergency Executive



2.10 Bush Fires Act under instructions of person-in-charge / emergency services

Refer to attached site map for locations of Emergency Exit points and routes(3) – see Pg 24 of this document

Listen to the AM/FM radio for updates If re-entry is not possible you will be told what arrangements have been made Be accounted for – advise which exit point you are located at

Person Discovering Move personnel away from the area

Activate the alarm Advise Area Warden/Chief Warden


Advise Communications Officer of situation If safe to do so order further evacuation if needed Ensure roll calls and accountings for all persons are completed Notify Emergency Executive



2.11 Misfire The appointed shotfirer should notify the Senior Site Executive (SSE) immediately and telephone for the company, explosive supplier and explosive inspectorate for assistance whenever there is a misfire. (Refer to the “Quarry Blast Management Procedures”, section 4.9 “Dealing with Misfires”)


Site Emergency Response Plan - Gold Coast Quarry Site OHSQ:12.1 ER:F6 2.12 Personnel trapped in a Confined Space In the event of an emergency other personnel (i.e. Spotter) MUST NOT enter a confined space under any circumstances. The spotter should Call “000” Emergency Services IMMEDIATELY. Spotter for person working in a confined space

Notify Area Warden/Chief Warden and get assistance immediately DO NOT ENTER confined space under any circumstances Turn off all services to the confined space i.e. Electrical, Gas Wait for further instructions

Chief Warden/Warden Ensure medical assistance is on its way Meet and direct Emergency Services to the scene Ensure all personnel follow the instructions and directions of the

Emergency Services If necessary follow the evacuation procedures for site Notify Emergency Executive


Ensure area is cordoned off until permission has been granted re-open area from the Emergency Services and Mines Department (if in attendance)


2.13 Major Spill Onsite ( Includes distillate, oil or chemical spillage) Personnel operating distillate, oil and chemical dispensing facilities must be trained in the safe handling of these materials, and must understand the importance of immediately containing a spill, to reduce any fire threat and to prevent contamination of the stormwater system. Distillate and oil/chemical absorbent materials and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be located near and be readily accessible to all dispensing and storage locations. Appropriate signage should be erected to identify the positioning of these absorbent materials. Person Discovering Shut down dispenser – prevent further release of spill

If spill presents a danger to employees’ safety, activate the alarm Use sand or absorbent material to contain Block the flow to stormwater drains Advise Area Warden/Chief Warden

Chief Warden / Emergency Executive

Notify Project Manager (PM) and BPG Manager If a spill has entered the stormwater drain, seek to block the drain

downstream. Seek professional assistance to remove spill and prevent it from

progressing along the stormwater system Clean up contaminated sand or absorbent, place in drums and

dispose in an environmentally acceptable manner If necessary advise local or State Environmental Authority Initiate recovery plans


Site Emergency Response Plan - Gold Coast Quarry Site OHSQ:12.1 ER:F6 2.14 Offsite Light Vehicle/Mobile Plant Emergency Includes light vehicle and mobile plant rollover, fire in a vehicle, damage estimated at more than $1000, incident where an employee is injured.

2.15 Vehicle or Plant Contact with Overhead or Underground Power

lines When it is suspected that the vehicle has come into contact with an overhead or underground power line, ALWAYS ASSUME IT IS LIVE. The driver and any other occupants should remain inside the vehicle until assistance arrives. If it is essential to leave the cabin because of fire or some other life threatening situation, then it is essential the following is done to avoid electrocution:

Jump clear of the vehicle. Avoid touching the vehicle and the ground at the same time Try to land on both feet simultaneously Avoid touching the ground with your hands Shuffle slowly away for a distance of at least 10 meters from the vehicle Wait for assistance to arrive.

Person Discovering Warn other people to keep at least 10 meters away from the vehicle

and not to touch any part of the vehicle Notify Supervisor/Manager immediately

Supervisor Request ambulance assistance if needed (Call “000” direct) and

other relevant services i.e. Energex Advise Site Manager

Manager Notify Project Manager (PM) and BPG Manager

Attend scene or send a deputy Initiate recovery plans

Person Discovering Stop and make the scene safe, if you are able, Contact emergency services through direct call “000”. Move personnel away from the area. Keep passers by clear and

wait for fire brigade to attend Check the condition of the person, but do not attempt to move

them. It should be left to the ambulance / first aid personnel unless the person is in immediate danger and only if safe to do so

Shut down any machinery that may be running Advise Supervisor or Manager For tankers, stop the flow of product, disconnect hoses and close

all valves, hatches and caps, again only if safe to do so Follow the directions of the emergency services once in attendance Never admit or suggest liability to anyone outside the company Obtain as much information as possible at the scene

Supervisor Confirm all persons have been removed to safety Advise Site Manager / Production Manager immediately

Site Manager Notify Project Manager (PM) and BPG Manager Attend scene of incident or send a deputy Initiate recovery plans and offer all personnel counselling (BEAP) If police do not attend the scene, it must be reported to the nearest

police station within 24 hrs



3. Responsibilities

Key Personnel The key personnel in the emergency control organisation are the Chief Warden (e.g. Manager/ Supervisor / Batcher in Charge (BIC)), Communications Officer (Weighbridge Operator / Receptionist, Loader Operator), Area Wardens / Wardens (plant and mobile plant operators, truck drivers and Wardens (any other personnel available) (see Notes below). The Emergency Executive is the Site / Plant Manager and, depending on the size of the site, possibly other senior managers. Other specialist support staff such as qualified First Aiders and Site Access Controller should also be included. The responsibilities of the emergency personnel are to: -

Chief Warden Take control of the emergency situation and active evacuation procedures if required. Ensure any injured personnel receive immediate treatment as needed and all other personnel are accounted for and safe at assembly area.

Emergency Executive Assist Chief Warden / Area Warden(s) where possible and to fill in as the Chief Warden/ Area Warden(s) in their absence.

Area Warden (s) / Warden (s) Assist Chief Warden where possible and to fill in as the Chief Warden in their absence.

Communication Officer Communicate information to all site personnel and emergency services as required.

Site Access Controller (s) To restrict access to site and only allow emergency services or approved Boral staff access.

First Caller – person reporting emergency

Provide accurate information about the emergency and any first aid or medical injuries.

Call Receiver – person receiving the report

Relay information to emergency services and Boral staff as accurately as possible, to enable correct response.

First Aiders Provide first aid if safe to do so to any injured persons.

Emergency Response Team members Ensure site is secured safely until emergency situation is rectified.



4. Chain of Command during emergencies The chain of command is set out in a flowchart under section 13.1. The table below lists the chain of command and relevant persons to contact during an emergency.

Remember: In the event of an emergency the Chain of Command may be different to the normal levels of authority at the site.

ER Team Position Name Contact Details

Chief Warden

Communications Officer

First Aider

Emergency Executive

Site Manager

Project Manager

Manager – Boral Property Group (BPG) QLD/NT



5. Contact numbers / names - calling the right people

BCM (QLD/NT Quarries) Contact Details

Site Manager

Operations Manager (SEQ)

Regional Manager

Regional General Manager

OHS Manager

Human Resource Manager

External – Emergency Services Contact Details

Fire Brigade

Ambulance

Police

Security

Gas

Electricity

Water

External Contact Details

Environmental Protection Authority

First Aid / Medical

Poisons Information

WorkCover

Interpreting service

Directions to the site

Travelling south towards Coolangatta / Tweed Heads

Exit 84 Pacific Motorway (M1), exit left up to Stapley Dr, turn right over M1 overpass, left onto Old Coach Rd and proceed approx 2.5 kms south (past disused GC BMX Track on LHS) to unmarked site entrance on crest of hill (on RHS). UBD Map Ref. 59 G19.

Travelling north towards Nerang / Brisbane

Exit 85 Pacific Motorway (M1), turn left at roundabout onto Old Coach Rd. Proceed approx 1.75 kms south (past disused GC BMX Track on LHS) to unmarked site entrance on crest of hill (on RHS). UBD Map Ref. 59 G19.



6. Emergency communications Emergency information must be passed quickly so people can respond to the situation as it develops. The emergency communications set out advise all site personnel of relevant alarm signals to notify of an emergency and the various channels people can use to report an emergency and emergency response personnel can use to talk to one another.

Alarms Sound

Emergency

Evacuation Signal for evacuation is 4 long repeating blasts on the aerosol horn, car/truck horn or loud hailer.

All clear Receive ALL CLEAR from the emergency services (if attending) or the Chief Warden before re-entering the site.

Devices Channel / Number

Radio (West Burleigh Quarry)

Announce “EMERGENCY, EMERGENCY, EMERGENCY” if urgent assistance is required.

Telephone

All routine radio and telephone communication must cease during an emergency



7. Evacuation procedure The emergency evacuation advises all site personnel of relevant procedure to evacuate the site in the event of an emergency.

Evacuation routes and Assembly Areas for this site are shown on the site plan – see Pg 24 of this document.

If possible avoid crossing a road, and move by the safest route to reach an Evacuation Assembly Area, or site Emergency Exit Point.

Alarm Wait for the evacuation alarm to be sounded Signal for evacuation is 4 long repeating blasts on the aerosol horn, car/truck horn or loud hailer.

Preparation

Prepare to evacuate. Remain calm and do not return for personal belongings.

Order to evacuate

All personnel evacuate to emergency assembly areas in a safe controlled fashion do not run or rush if no emanate danger exists.

Evacuation routes

Use tracks and roads to assembly area or emergency exit point (refer Pg 24 of this document).

Assembly areas All personnel to assemble at the allocated assembly points for site Block access to site entrance, only allowing emergency services and approved Boral staff to enter the site.

The designated Assembly Area is at the site entrance / exit point at Old Coach Rd. UBD Map Ref. 59 G19. In the event of bush-fire – there are three (3) alternative exit points – please refer to Pg 24 of this document.

People with special needs Assist anyone that requires assistance to the assembly areas.

Accounting for everyone

The Chief Warden must take the visitors book to the assembly area and account for all staff and visitors. It is the responsibility of the Chief Warden to ensure all personnel are accounted for and to return to the site if safe to do so to locate any unaccounted for personnel.

All clear Receive all clear from Emergency Services (if attending) or Chief Warden/Emergency Executive (if no Emergency Services attending) before allowing entry back into the site

Returning to work The Chief Warden/ Emergency Executive will confirm when it is safe to return to work.



8. Lock down procedure There may be an external situation which requires the lock-down of one or more building.

Lockdown is designed to protect occupants from an external threat by excluding or isolating the threat (e.g. intruder with a gun). The Chief Warden/Emergency Executive will assess the risk and scope of the required lock-down.

External threats which require lockdown procedures to be activated are deemed remote for operations but in the event of a threat, call “000” Emergency Services immediately (only if safe to do so).

The directions of the Chief Warden and/or Emergency Executive should be followed until arrival of the Emergency Services.

Alarm If an external threat occurs, the Chief Warden and/or Emergency Executive will advise you either via the UHF radio or in person of the situation and what is required (if safe to do so).

Securing the work area

Ensure doors and windows in your area are not chocked open Secure your own area of work and wait for further instruction

Taking shelter

Do not place yourself or others at risk

Stay out of sight and wait for further instructions

Communicating

Details of the threat should be announced over the UHF radio or in person (only if safe to do so)

Follow the instructions of the Emergency Services at all times

All clear On instructions from the Emergency Services the Chief Warden or Emergency Executive will announce “All Clear” over the UHF radio or in person

Notify senior management and offer counselling to all personnel (BEAP)



9. Carrying out drills Selection and training of site personnel in their specialised roles is to be provided, followed by provision of general training to all personnel on what immediate actions are required of them in the case of an emergency. Most commonly, they will need to know how to raise the alarm, the position of fire fighting and spill equipment, and the location of evacuation assembly areas. The effectiveness of these procedures must be evaluated with simulation exercises, carried out under the direction of the Chief Warden. These training drills should occur at intervals not exceeding 6 months and records must be kept of each training event. The evacuation checklist must be completed (see section 14.1). Following each training event the Chief Warden must hold a debriefing session with the emergency control staff, to critically evaluate the effectiveness of these procedures and, where necessary, recommend changes. New employees must be given instructions in these emergency procedures as soon as practical after commencement, usually as part of their induction programme and normally on the first day of employment on the site. The intent is that this instruction should be immediate.

Schedule of emergency response drills

Type of drill Frequency Personnel involved

Full site evacuation Every 6 months All persons at site



10. Debriefing and counselling When an emergency is over a debriefing must be held with all those involved to find out how the emergency happened and to see what remains to be done to resume operations. An “Emergency Evacuation Checklist OHSQ.12.1 ER (pictured below) should be completed after every emergency (refer to section 14.1). The debriefing should also identify the need for staff counselling and make sure the families of injured personnel have been notified.



11. Keeping the business going

Business Recovery Plan - possible options

Alternative Operations

Materials sourced from other internal sites.

Interim Operations:

Sales function resume once “all clear” is given. Production recommence once “all clear” is given.

Replacing plant, equipment and infrastructure

Utilise equipment from other sites or hire in equipment.

Obtaining back up personnel

Availability of staff from other sites. Labour Hire option.

Contacting Customers, Suppliers, Contractors

Sales division, Quarry Manager to contact relevant personnel.

Instructions

Plans must be in place to resume normal operations as soon as possible after an emergency.

What is required will depend on the type of emergency and the scale of impact. However, given the likely emergency situations that could occur at the site general provision should be made for restoring operations.

Risk assessment should be conducted on all alternative or temporary arrangements and other activities.

These may include:

Relocation of production processes and people

Establishing interim production processes

Obtaining replacement plant, equipment, infrastructure



12. Investigation and review

Internal Investigation

Establish team

Inspect site

Take measurements, photos, carry out tests

Conduct interviews

Analyse evidence

Prepare report

Discuss findings

Finalise report

Carry out corrective action

Circulate lessons to be learnt

External Investigations

Instructions

When an emergency is over an investigation must be carried out to identify how the emergency occurred and how well emergency response procedures worked.

Lessons must be learnt from an emergency and every effort made to see it does not happen again.

See 13.1 OMP Incident Investigation and Analysis for investigation procedures

External agencies may carry out their own investigations which may require assistance from people at the site. This could include investigations by:

WorkCover

Environmental Protection Authority

Police

Coroner

Inform senior management of request for site access

Liaise with agencies to facilitate access

Make personnel available for interview as approved by company

Comply with ‘non disturbance’ notice



13. Emergency response flowchart and site plan

CHIEF WARDEN

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

EMERGENCY EXECUTIVE

FIRST AID OFFICER

WARDEN

EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS AND SITE VISITORS



EMERGENCY ASSEMBLY

POINT





14. Emergency Response Checklists and attachments 14.1 Emergency Evacuation List Please refer to the Site OHS Toolkit, “12.1 Emergency Response” for a copy of the “Emergency Evacuation Checklist OHSQ: 12.1 ER:F3”. http://acm.onsite.boral.com.au/ACMQLDNT/OHS/QLDNTTOOLKIT/QLDNT%20Safe%20Work%20Procedures/Safety%20Forms/Emergency%20Evacuation%20Checklist_OHSQ.12.1%20ER.F3.pdf 14.2 Bomb Threat Checklist Please refer to the Site OHS Toolkit, “12.1 Emergency Response” for a copy of the “Bomb Threat Checklist OHSQ: 12.1 ER: F8”. http://acm.onsite.boral.com.au/ACMQLDNT/OHS/QLDNTTOOLKIT/QLDNT%20Safe%20Work%20Procedures/Safety%20Forms/Bomb%20Threat%20Checklist_OHSQ.12.1%20ER.F8.doc 14.3 Armed Intrusion – Hold up Checklist Please refer to the Site OHS Toolkit, “12.1 Emergency Response” for a copy of the “Armed Intrusion – Hold Up Checklist OHSQ: 12.1 ER: F9”. http://acm.onsite.boral.com.au/ACMQLDNT/OHS/QLDNTTOOLKIT/QLDNT%20Safe%20Work%20Procedures/Safety%20Forms/Armed%20Intruder%20-%20Hold%20Up%20Checklist_OHSQ.12.1%20ER.F9.doc

NB: A copy of each check list can also be found under section “12.1 Emergency Response” of the hard copy Site OHS Toolkit folder.

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