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Emergency Response Plan
OXY USA WTP LP
Pond 13 E/W
Centralized E&P Waste Management Facility
OA Project No. 013-0655
Emergency Response Plan
(ERP)
Piceance, Mid-Continent Business Unit
760 Horizon Drive, Suite 101
Grand Junction, CO 81506
(970) 263-3600
24 Hour Oxy Emergency Reporting (970) 248 - 0497
rev8. 08/01/12
NOTE: The hard copy ERP Manual is an uncontrolled document. Updates to the notification list will be
distributed as needed to all employees. Any questions or concerns should be directed to the HES Dept.
Mesa County Dispatch (970) 242-1234
Garfield County Dispatch (970) 625-8095
St. Mary’s CareFlight Helicopter (970) 332-4923
Poison Control Hotline (800) 222-1222
CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300
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Oxy - Piceance
This plan is intended to provide general information
about natural gas facilities owned and operated by
Oxy and guidance for conducting emergency
response operations, which cannot be handled in a
routine manner. The information provided will help
to increase an understanding of Oxy operations and
help in providing assistance to the general public
and to Oxy should unexpected conditions arise
which create a concern for public safety. This
document is designed to provide guidance for
conducting emergency response operations and for
meeting the obligations of OSHA in 29 CFR Part
1910.38-39, “Employee Emergency Plans and Fire
Prevention Plans”, 1910.119(n) “Process Safety
Management.”
Emergency - A sudden and urgent occasion for action; pressing necessity
-New American Webster Dictionary
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Agency Emergency Contact List
NAME PHONE
Government: Federal & State
Bureau Land Management (BLM) (970) 257-4800
CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300
Poison Control Hotline (800) 222-1222
National Response Center (NRC) (800) 424-8802
US Army Core of Engineers (202) 761-1001
US Forest Service (USFS) – White River (970) 945-2521
US Forest Service (USFS) – GMUG (970) 874-6600
Colorado Division of Wildlife (DOW) (970) 255-6100
Colorado Oil & Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) (888) 235-1101
Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) (877) 518-5608
SEPC (State Emergency Planning Committee):
Chuck Vale, Field Manager-Northwest Region
(970) 846-3912
Government: Local
DeBeque Fire Department (Non-Emergency) (970) 283-8632
Plateau Valley Fire Department (Non-Emergency) (970) 268-5283
Garfield County Dispatch (970) 625-8095
Mesa County Dispatch (Cascade Creek & Collbran) (970) 242-1234
Rio Blanco County Dispatch (970) 878-9620
LEPC Cascade Creek (Local Emergency Planning Committee):
Chris Bornholdt, Garfield County Emergency Manager
(970) 945-0453
LEPC Collbran (Local Emergency Planning Committee):
Andrew Martsolf, Mesa County Emergency Manager
(970) 244-1763
St. Mary’s CareFlight Helicopter (970) 332-4923
Operations
Oxy 24 Hour Emergency Hotline (970) 248-0497
DCP Plant Gas Control (970) 487-3607
(303) 478-4256
Enterprise Gas Control 24 Hr. (800) 331-3032
(800) 546-3482
Kinder Morgan Compressor Station Gas Control (877) 335-3680
Questar Pipeline (Emergency / Gas Leak) (800) 300-2025
HRL Compliance- Emergency Response /Clean-up (970) 260-1576
(970) 261-2015
Critical Contractors
OUSTABOUT/DIA
Chris Marx
(970) 283-5706
(970) 261-2911
KNOWLES Mike Knowles (970) 216-5664
ROAD MAINTENANCE- DIA
Chris Marx
(970)283-5706
Table 1: Agency Emergency Contact List
NOTE: **DO NOT USE “911” from a satellite phone. You will not be able to reach a local dispatcher.**
In many of our work areas, cell phones will not connect with a local dispatch. The above numbers can be used from any phone and
will reach our immediate response teams. It is very crucial that each individual follows this procedure to ensure an appropriate
response time of the emergency personnel.
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Table of Contents
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Introduction 5
Public Safety 5
Emergency Response Plan (ERP) Components
I. Pre-Emergency Planning & Coordination with Outside Parties 6
II. Personnel Roles, Lines of Authority, Training and Communication 6
III. Emergency Recognition & Prevention 8
IV. Safe Distances & Places of Refuge 9
V. Site Security and Control 10
VI. Evacuation Routes and Procedures 10
a. Fire in the Grand Junction Office 11
b. Fire in the Cascade Creek Field Office(s) 12
c. Fire in the Collbran Field Office(s) 12
d. Medical/Fire and/or Explosion, or Wildland Fire in Field Area 13
i. MAP: Conn Creek Compression Facility 19
ii. MAP: Cascade Creek Central Water Handling Facility 21
e. Vehicle Collision/Incident 22
f. Severe Thunderstorm/Flash Flood in Area 25
g. Blizzard Conditions 26
h. Oil, Salt Water Spill, Uncontrolled Gas Release 27
i. Chemical Release/Spill 28
j. Earthquake 29
k. Terrorism/Enemy Action
VII. Decontamination 31
VIII. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) & Emergency Equipment 31
IX. Emergency Medical Treatment & First Aid 31
X. Emergency Alerting and Response Procedure 32
XI. Media Relations Guide 33
XII. Critique of Response & Follow-up 33
Appendices
Appendix A: Fire Prevention Plan (field) 34
Appendix B: St. Mary’s Care Flight Brochure – “How To Prepare A Landing Zone” 39
Appendix C: Designated Landing Zones 43
Appendix D: Cascade Creek Aerial Map – Emergency Evacuation Routes & Muster Points 44
Appendix F: Collbran Aerial Map – Emergency Evacuation Routes & Muster Points 45
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Introduction To The Piceance, Mid-Continent Business Unit (MCBU)
Oxy owns and operates natural gas exploration and production fields, covering approximately 129,000
net acres. The two fields operated by Oxy, the Cascade Creek Field and the Collbran Field, are both located
within Garfield and Mesa Counties, Colorado, respectively. This operation includes +500 producing wells with
associated production equipment and structures, several miles of natural gas and water gathering lines,
satellite compressor stations and large compression facility. The office located in Grand Junction, Mesa
County, Colorado serves as the support office for Piceance development. The business unit headquarters and
additional support to Piceance operations is located in Houston, Texas.
Most of the Oxy Piceance area operations in Garfield and/or Mesa County are located in rugged terrain, away
from public access or direct influence. The enclosed maps show the general route of the field roads, well-site
locations and major above-ground facilities.
Natural gas is a safe, clean, dependable fuel used in millions of homes for cooking, heating, cooling and
drying. It is also used by many commercial and industrial customers. Although typically safe to us, natural gas
is an energy source and must be properly handled and does require a certain amount of caution when being
produced and used. Natural gas is not poisonous; however, it does displace oxygen in enclosed spaces and
may cause suffocation.
In its pure state, natural gas is odorless. Odorants, in low concentrations, are added when the gas enters local
distribution systems for safety purposes to serve as a warning of natural gas presence. DO NOT trust your
sense of smell to identify a gas leak. The most effective method used by natural gas companies to locate
leaks is with an instrument designed to “sniff” or locate leaks. A pipeline leak can be indicated by the following
signs: (1) blowing sound; (2) dirt being blown into the air; (3) bubbles or water being blown into the air when
the pipeline is located in a water source; (4) fire emanating from the ground or burning above the ground; (5)
vegetation turning brown on or near the right-of-way; (6) persistent odor associated with natural gas. Natural
gas is lighter than air and will not travel or accumulate close to the ground, as will liquefied petroleum gas
(LPG) or gasoline fumes. It will rise quickly and be diluted in the atmosphere unless it is trapped within an
enclosure. In order for natural gas to burn, it must be combined with air to a perfect mixture. When the gas is
between 4 – 14% combined with air, it will readily ignite.
Natural gas is compressible. It is compressed before entering transmission pipelines. Oxy Piceance area
compressor and pipeline systems fully comply with state and federal standards for construction and operation.
For production purposes, natural gas may also require the reduction and/or elimination of excess fluids and
hydrocarbons. Separators and tri-ethylene glycol dehydration units are located at well locations and at the
Conn Creek Compression Facility. The gas compression facility is not staffed 24 hours per day; however,
emergency contacts are posted at the entry to the facility. Internal operations are monitored through electronic
output with alerting capabilities 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. This facility is located on Oxy property.
There are no residents within 1 mile of the facility.
Public Safety
Oxy Piceance area has operating procedures in place that are intended to protect the public and its
employees from undue harm. In addition, the Company follows strict codes of compliance for the protection of
public and Company property and the natural environment. When a concern for public safety is encountered
within the Oxy Piceance area of operations, Oxy should be notified immediately! Oxy Piceance area
employees and consultants are trained and equipped to handle unexpected conditions associated with the
Company’s natural gas production, gathering and processing systems. Emergency response organizations will
be utilized where necessary and to assist with the public and neighboring properties during emergencies.
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Emergency Response Plan (ERP) Components
I. Pre-emergency Planning & Coordination With Outside Parties
The following procedures cover emergency response guidelines that address anticipated emergency scenarios
and define training required for employees engaged in oil or gas exploration and production (E&P) operations.
The degree to which this ERP will be activated will depend entirely on the nature of the occurrence. There are
(3) main options Oxy will decide when implementing the ERP, from most engaged to least engaged: offensive
tactics, defensive tactics, and non-intervention. Remember, if offensive and defensive tactics are not feasible,
there is always the option to non-intervene. The incident commander’s option must account for life safety first,
the environment second, and lastly, property (Oxy or non-Oxy).
The Piceance ERP Manual will be reviewed and updated at least annually to reflect current activity and to
increase effectiveness of the plan through discussions among all people involved. Each year Oxy employees
are required to receive training on the ERP accompanied with real-life emergency drills, followed by a formal
critique. These drills help improve the ER process, by addressing opportunities for improvement within the
ERP system.
This ERP has been shared with both Mesa and Garfield County officials, including the Local Emergency
Response Commission (LEPC). The plan has also been distributed to the DeBeque Fire Department and the
Plateau Valley Fire Department.
II. Personnel Roles, Lines of Authority, Training, & Communication
When feasible (dependent upon emergency severity) the Incident Command System (ICS) should be
established consisting of a designated and trained incident commander, with assignments given to the four
main categories for proper incident management: operations, logistics, planning, and finance. The incident
commander will have the overall responsibility of determining what personnel best fits each needed function.
Figure 1: ICS (Incident Command System) Tree
Below is the roles & responsibilities with required training, of the main components of a proper ICS, based on
Figure 1: ICS Tree. These established positions will vary, depending on incident severity, employee
availability, and readily emergency identification.
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Incident Commander (IC)
o Only an Oxy employee trained in HAZWOPER IC (24hr), Technician Level (24hr), and preferably Cleanup
Ops (40hr) can assume this role
o Responsible for the command function at all times
o Overall management of the incident
o Assessment of the incident priorities
o Assess resource needs and orders
o Coordinate with outside agencies as needed
o In charge of setting up the ICP (incident command post)
o Will assign specific roles during the initial phase of the emergency
Public Information Officer (PIO)
o This individual shall have HAZWOPER or ERP awareness training
o This individual will coordinate with the Oxy Public Affairs (See Table 3 in the Media Relations Guide
Section) prior to releasing any incident information to or associated members of the media
o Coordinate and get approval from the IC before the release of all incident-related information
o Should obtain advice/key messages from Oxy Public Affairs before talking to the media
o Determine staffing needs and order assistants as appropriate
o Monitor the public’s reaction to information and report back to the IC
Liaison Officer (LNO)
o This individual shall have HAZWOPER or ERP awareness training
o Communicate with the IC the representing agencies (governmental, non-governmental, and private
entities/stakeholders) concerns and issues
o Maintain contact of and with all involved agencies
o Prepare and include necessary information about agencies in the IAP
o Only one LNO will be assigned for each incident
Safety Officer (SO)
o This individual shall have HAZWOPER IC (24hr) & Technician Level (24hr) Training
This is usually an Oxy HES Specialist or designee
o Assess and communicate hazardous and unsafe situations
o Ensure a site safety and health plan is developed
o Develop safety measures or communication to assure personnel safety
o Immediately correct unsafe acts or conditions
o Maintain awareness of active and developing situations
o Prepare and include safety messages in the IAP (incident action plan)
o Assign assistants as needed
Operations Section
o This individual shall have HAZWOPER IC (24hr) & Technician Level (24hr) Training
o Directing the execution of the IAP
o Activating and executing the Site Safety and Health Plan
o Directing the preparation of unit operational plans
o Requesting or releasing sources
o Making expedient changes to the IAPs as necessary
o Reporting to the Incident Commander
Planning/Intelligence Section
o This individual shall have HAZWOPER IC Awareness Training at a minimum
o Work closely with the Operations Section and the IC in determining the best possible picture of the current
situation
o Work closely with the Operations Section and the IC in determining the incident strategy and tactical
objectives
o Staffing, organizing, and supervising the planning section
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o Planning for relief and replacement of staff as appropriate
o Preparing for and participating in planning meetings
o Completing necessary ICS forms for the IAP
o Ensuring the IAP is constructing, copied, and disseminated to all incident personnel
o Communicating and implement the IAP
o Providing periodic status reports to the IC
Logistics Section
o This individual shall have HAZWOPER IC Awareness Training at a minimum
o Work closely with the IC in anticipating and providing all incident support requirements
o Order all resources through appropriate procurement methods
o Providing and establish all incident facilities, transportation, supplies, equipment, food, communications,
and any medical assistance during the incident
o Staffing, organizing, and supervising the logistics section
o Planning for relief and replacement of staff as appropriate
o Preparing for and participating in planning meetings
o Completing necessary ICS forms for the IAP
o Providing periodic status reports to the IC
Finance Section
o This individual shall have HAZWOPER IC Awareness Training at a minimum
o Work closely with the IC in estimating, tracking, and approving all incident expenses
o Monitoring and coordinating funding from multiple sources
o Ensuring that all company, local, state, and federal rules and laws are complied with in regard to spending
o Staffing, organizing, and supervising the Finance Section
o Planning for relief and replacement of staff as appropriate
o Preparing for and participating in planning meetings
o Completing necessary ICS forms for the IAP
o Providing periodic status reports to the IC
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III. Emergency Recognition & Prevention
In the event of an emergency resulting from an industrial accident, forces of nature, or enemy action, there are
certain problems that can be anticipated. The purpose of this plan is to outline the responsibility for meeting
such problems and to establish methods for handling the emergency with the least exposure to personnel,
environment, and property.
For the purpose of this plan, an emergency is considered to be any condition which requires
assistance over and above that which can be supplied by the normal personnel present at the time or
which cannot be handled in a routine manner.
A first aid incident or minor fire which is limited to a small area, and which can be handled by the personnel
present, does not fall under this plan. An emergency may include a medical emergency, fire, severe weather,
explosion, uncontrolled release of natural gas or enemy action.
Upon recognition of an emergency it is critical that the supervisor on location follow the appropriate incident
notification outlined in Figure 1: Piceance Incident Notification Flowchart. Any lapse within the chain of
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command locally, may severely damage the level of response needed, immediate crisis communication
required to Oxy-Houston personnel, and Oxy’s self-image and operating reputation within the community.
Figure 2: Piceance Incident Notification Flowchart
It is essential that all personnel are familiar with the location, operation and properly trained on fire
extinguishers. Select personnel (i.e., plant operator) should be thoroughly familiar with all valves necessary to
isolate the source of any natural gas leak, pipeline rupture, processing facility failure or other production related
emergency. The location of all utility control points should be known by plant and field personnel, i.e., electric
switch boxes, water and gas control valves.
IV. Safe Distances & Places of Refuge
Depending on the emergency, personnel shall evacuate to a location upwind and uphill, if possible. Personnel
will meet at the designated safe area and a head count will be taken by the supervisor or the designee to
ensure that everyone is accounted for. Each field area has specific pre-determined areas of refuge with a
primary mustering point and a secondary mustering point (where applicable). It is important to note that each
mustering point is identified with a mustering sign and a windsock (where applicable). Personnel should look
for the mustering sign when evacuation is necessary. Below is a summary of the pre-determined mustering
points for each field: (See the maps herein for aerial representation).
Grand Junction Office:
o Primary Mustering Point Southeast corner of the parking lot
o Secondary Mustering Point Northeast corner of the parking lot
Cascade Creek Field
o Primary Mustering Point Quadplex field office(s)
o Secondary Mustering Point Corral at Conn Creek Rd (GC Rd 213) & GC Rd 204
Collbran Field
o East Plateau Area
Primary Mustering Point East Plateau Field Office
o Brush Creek Area
Primary Mustering Point Brush Creek Field Office
o Hell’s Gulch Area
Primary Mustering Point East of Compressor Station
Site-specific evacuation routes, emergency procedures, and pre-selected muster points should be identified
and confirmed at each pre-job and regularly scheduled safety meeting for daily work tasks.
V. Site Security and Control
The Operations Section, in conjunction with the incident commander shall be responsible for assigning
company employees or contracted security forces to provide traffic control and establish a secure outside
perimeter prior to being assisted by local emergency response personnel. Additionally, the hot, warm, and
cold zones must be established for effective incident control. Figure 2 shows a generic incident layout.
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Figure 3: Typical Incident Site Layout
VI. Evacuation Routes and Procedures
The following are eight different potential emergencies that have been identified as having potential occurrence
for Oxy’s operations in the Piceance. It is imperative that employees familiarize themselves with each
emergency procedure and varying evacuation route for each. The RED BOX is a quick tool to identify proper
notifications, emergency tools, and forms that may need completion depending on emergency severity.
ICP
Incident
Command
Post
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Emergency Procedure:
Fire in the Grand Junction Office
760 Horizon Drive, Suite 101
1. If safe to do so, determine the location of the fire in the building.
2. Warn others in building; activate the nearest fire alarm pull station.
3. Notify your floor warden immediately. Make sure others are aware of the danger and are evacuating the
building.
4. If fire is in the incipient stage and it can be done safely, extinguish the fire. If not, proceed to step #5.
5. Leave the building quickly through the safest exit utilizing your specific floor Fire & Safety Map. (Do not
use the elevator as an exit; the elevator is not a means of egress).
6. Meet in designated muster point/area of refuge. The Grand Junction personnel shall meet at the
SOUTHEAST corner of the parking lot from the 760 Horizon building. You can identify the
mustering area by the Oxy mustering sign . If wind or other conditions prevent using this location as
the muster area, the alternative muster area will be in the NORTHEAST corner of the parking lot from
the 760 Horizon building. You can identify the mustering area by the Oxy mustering sign.
7. Make sure all Oxy Piceance area employees are accounted for. (Floor wardens should utilize the
specific floor plan Fire & Safety maps to account for each floor)
8. Call emergency personnel – DIAL 911
9. Contact Oxy Piceance area Operations Manager.
10. If warranted and safe to do so, notify adjoining businesses and/or residents.
11. Notify other company personnel to perform previously discussed & planned roles to setup the Incident
Command System (ICS) which could include, secure the area, assist in first aid, assist in evacuation, guide
EMS, etc.
Notifications
• 911 (GJ Fire Department)
• Oxy Floor Warden
• Other Oxy Employees
Emergency Tools
• Nearest Fire Extinguisher(s)
• Nearest Manual Fire Alarm Pull Station
• Floor Fire & Life Safety Map
Required Forms To Complete (post-incident)
• Fire Report Form
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Emergency Procedure:
Fire in the Field Office(s)
Cascade Creek
1. If safe to do so, determine the location of the fire in the building.
2. Warn others in building; activate the fire alarm .
3. Notify the office warden immediately. Make sure others are aware of the danger and are evacuating all
offices.
4. If fire is in the incipient stage and it can be done safely, extinguish the fire. If not, proceed to step #5.
5. Leave the building quickly through the safest, nearest exit utilizing your specific Fire & Safety Map. Make
sure you leave your office door open, to aid the floor warden in evacuation efficiency.
6. Meet in designated muster point/area of refuge. The Cascade Creek mustering point/area of refuge is
located by the field office(s). You can identify the mustering area by the Oxy mustering sign. In the
event that wind or other conditions prevent using this location as the muster area, the alternative
mustering area is outside the Oxy gate at the Corral at Conn Creek Rd GC 213 & GC Rd 204 (look for
the mustering sign).
7. Make sure all Oxy Piceance area employees/critical contractors are accounted for.
8. Call emergency personnel – DIAL 970.242.1234
9. Contact Oxy Piceance Operations Manager.
10. If warranted and safe to do so, notify adjoining businesses and/or residents.
11. Notify other company personnel to perform previously discussed & planned roles to setup the Incident
Command System (ICS) which could include, secure the area, assist in first aid, assist in evacuation, guide
EMS, etc.
Notifications
• Mesa Co. Dispatch (970.242.1234)
• Other Oxy Employees
• Any Contract Employees
Emergency Tools
• Nearest Fire Extinguisher(s)
• Listen for whistle/air horn (audible alarm)
• Trailer Fire & Life Safety Map
Required Forms To Complete (post-incident)
• Initial Incident Report Form
• Accident/Incident Statement Form
• Fire Report Form
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Emergency Procedure:
Medical, Fire and/or Explosion, or Wildland Fire
Cascade Creek & Collbran Fields
1. Survey the scene. If safe to do so, determine the nature and extent of the emergency. Determine
proximity of any hazardous substances that may change the course of the emergency if exposed.
2. If fire is in the incipient stage and it can be done safely, extinguish the fire with a fire extinguisher or other
extinguishing agent, fire blanket, water, etc. If not proceed to step #3.
3. If it is safe to do so, stop any unwanted release of flammables and de-energize unwanted power/energy
sources, to include closing natural gas pipeline or facility valves. If not, proceed to step #4.
4. If the area is unsafe, move to a safe area. Isolate yourself and others from the area immediately and
sound alarm with direct voice communication or other system as needed. Go to the applicable mustering
points.
• Conn Creek Compression Facility Alarm System
o Utilizes combination strobe/audible combination to provide notification of egress both within the
plant perimeter and inside buildings.
o Alarm system activated on either facility ESD activation during emergency event or operator
alarm system activation for notification of facility evacuation
o Alarm system provides audible for 15 seconds, and strobes function until reset.
5. Notify Emergency Response Personnel
DIAL Mesa County Dispatch (970) 242-1234.
Note: DO NOT USE “911” from a satellite phone. You will not reach a local dispatcher.
It is critical that the following information is provided when emergency services are needed in the Oxy field:
• Name and Phone Number of Caller.
• If Lat/Long is not known, provide driving directions and plan to meet responding agencies at a suitable
rendezvous point and inform personnel where that will be and that someone will be at the appointed
place to meet them. Give landmarks, mileage and any other information to help responders find your
location.
Notifications
• Mesa Co. Dispatch: 970.242.1234
• Other Oxy Employees
• Other Contractors
Emergency Tools
• Nearest Fire Extinguisher(s)
• Tune to 106.7 FM OR Weather Channel on CB Radio
• CB Radio/Oxy Radio
• Vehicle (evacuation purposes)
• MSDS
• St. Mary’s CareFlight Helicopter # (970) 332-4923
Required Forms To Complete (post-incident)
• Initial Incident Report Form
• Accident/Incident Statement Form
• Fire Report Form
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• Be aware that it may require more than one person to guide emergency personnel. (ambulance and fire
may show up at different times)
• Determine any hazardous substances located in or near the incident location
• Provide number of victims.
• Provide Mechanism of Injury (i.e. motor vehicle rollover, slip/trip/fall from elevated level, struck by heavy
object, head-on collision, etc.)
• Describe, to the best of your ability, the Type of Injury(ies) (i.e. Amputation, burn, sprain/strain/fracture,
crushing, poisoning, loss of consciousness, etc.)
• STAY ON LINE WITH THE DISPATCHER UNTIL TOLD TO HANG UP. DO NOT GET
AGGRAVATED WITH THE TIME TAKEN TO GATHER INFORMATION. THE DISPATCHER WILL
SEND ASSISTANCE WHEN THEY HAVE ALL PERTINENT INFORMATION GATHERED. THEY
WILL NOT SEND RESPONDERS INTO A HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT. DISPATCHERS ARE
TRAINED TO GATHER INFORMATION FOR THE RESPONDERS AND THEY ARE YOUR LINK TO
GETTING HELP AS SOON AS PRACTICAL.
6. If the accident is severe enough, then it is feasible to call in flight support from St. Mary’s CareFlight
Helicopter. Refer to the Appendix B: “How To Prepare A Landing Zone” and to area maps (Appendices D
& F) with designated Landing Zone locations.
7. Notify Supervisor or their designee
Supervisor or their designee should:
• Make sure EMS has been activated (See Item 5)
• Notify other company personnel to perform previously discussed & planned roles to secure the
area, assist in first aid, assist in evacuation, guide EMS etc.
8. Make sure all Oxy employees and contractors are accounted for by plant operations. Additional verification
as needed using facility sign in log.
9. Report any incident to the Oxy Piceance Area Management Team IMMEDIATELY following Figure 2:
Incident Notification Flowchart.
** In some instances it may be more practical and efficient to notify the supervisor first and have them call
EMS.
Key Tips On How To Recognize Injury(ies) and Provide Initial Care:
• Activate Emergency Medical Services' Assistance BEFORE it is too late - Call for help early. If it looks
bad, feels bad, smells bad; it is probably bad.
• ALWAYS activate the local ground emergency service, even if you have notified CareFlight. Many times,
the helicopter cannot reach an area because of bad weather conditions or a higher priority call out.
Ground ambulance will verify landing zones and can provide guidance into an area for the helicopter.
• DO NOT CAUSE MORE HARM AND DO NOT BECOME ANOTHER VICTIM BY RUSHING INTO A
HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT.
• Only provide care to the level of your training.
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• DO NOT move a victim unless there is imminent danger that could cause more harm.
• If available, communicate with CareFlight through the Emergency Services’ radio channel for all landings.
The frequency should be on all Oxy Piceance area radios.
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Emergency Procedure:
Medical, Fire and/or Explosion, or Wildland Fire
Cascade Creek & Collbran Fields
Conn Creek Compression Facility/Cascade Creek Central Water Handling
Facility/Compressor Stations
1. Survey the scene. If safe to do so, determine the nature and extent of the emergency. Determine
proximity of any hazardous substances that may change the course of the emergency if exposed.
2. If fire is in the incipient stage and it can be done safely, extinguish the fire with a fire extinguisher or other
extinguishing agent, fire blanket, water, etc. If not proceed to step #3.
3. If it is safe to do so, stop any unwanted release of flammables and de-energize unwanted power/energy
sources, to include closing natural gas pipeline or facility valves. If not, proceed to step #4.
4. If the area is unsafe, move to a safe area. Isolate yourself and others from the area immediately and
sound alarm with direct voice communication or other system as needed. Go to the applicable mustering
points.
• Conn Creek Compression Facility Alarm System
o Utilizes combination strobe/audible combination to provide notification of egress both within the
plant perimeter and inside buildings.
o Alarm system activated on either facility ESD activation during emergency event or operator
alarm system activation for notification of facility evacuation
o Alarm system provides audible for 15 seconds, and strobes function until reset.
5. Notify Emergency Response Personnel
DIAL Mesa County Dispatch (970) 242-1234.
Note: DO NOT USE “911” from a satellite phone. You will not reach a local dispatcher.
It is critical that the following information is provided when emergency services are needed in the OXY field:
• Name and Phone Number of Caller.
Notifications
• Mesa Co. Dispatch: 970.242.1234
• Other Oxy Employees
• Other Contractors
Emergency Tools
• Nearest Fire Extinguisher(s)
• Tune to 106.7 FM OR Weather Channel on CB Radio
• CB Radio/Oxy Radio
• Vehicle (evacuation purposes)
• MSDS CD
• St. Mary’s CareFlight Helicopter #
Required Forms To Complete (post-incident)
• Initial Incident Report Form
• Accident/Incident Statement Form
• Fire Report Form
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• If Lat/Long is not known, provide driving directions and plan to meet responding agencies at a suitable
rendezvous point and inform personnel where that will be and that someone will be at the appointed
place to meet them. Give landmarks, mileage and any other information to help responders find your
location.
• Be aware that it may require more than one person to guide emergency personnel. (ambulance and fire
may show up at different times)
• Determine any hazardous substances located in or near the incident location
• Provide number of victims.
• Provide Mechanism of Injury (i.e. motor vehicle rollover, slip/trip/fall from elevated level, struck by heavy
object, head-on collision, etc.)
• Describe, to the best of your ability, the Type of Injury(ies) (i.e. Amputation, burn, sprain/strain/fracture,
crushing, poisoning, loss of consciousness, etc.)
• STAY ON LINE WITH THE DISPATCHER UNTIL TOLD TO HANG UP. DO NOT GET
AGGRAVATED WITH THE TIME TAKEN TO GATHER INFORMATION. THE DISPATCHER WILL
SEND ASSISTANCE WHEN THEY HAVE ALL PERTINENT INFORMATION GATHERED. THEY
WILL NOT SEND RESPONDERS INTO A HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT. DISPATCHERS ARE
TRAINED TO GATHER INFORMATION FOR THE RESPONDERS AND THEY ARE YOUR LINK TO
GETTING HELP AS SOON AS PRACTICAL.
6. If the accident is severe enough, then it is feasible to call in flight support from St. Mary’s CareFlight
Helicopter. Refer to the Appendix B: “How To Prepare A Landing Zone” and to area maps (Appendices D
& F) with designated helipad locations.
7. Notify Supervisor or their designee
Supervisor or their designee should:
• Make sure EMS has been activated (See Item 5)
• Notify other company personnel to perform previously discussed & planned roles to secure the
area, assist in first aid, assist in evacuation, guide EMS etc.
8. Make sure all Oxy employees and contractors are accounted for by plant operations. Additional verification
as needed using facility sign in log.
9. Report any incident to the Oxy Piceance Area Management Team IMMEDIATELY following Figure 2:
Incident Notification Flowchart.
** In some instances it may be more practical and efficient to notify the supervisor first and have them call
EMS.
Key Tips On How To Recognize Injury(ies) and Provide Initial Care:
• Activate Emergency Medical Services' Assistance BEFORE it is too late - Call for help early. If it looks
bad, feels bad, smells bad; it is probably bad.
• ALWAYS activate the local ground emergency service, even if you have notified CareFlight. Many times,
the helicopter cannot reach an area because of bad weather conditions or a higher priority call out.
Ground ambulance will verify landing zones and can provide guidance into an area for the helicopter.
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• DO NOT CAUSE MORE HARM AND DO NOT BECOME ANOTHER VICTIM BY RUSHING INTO A
HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT.
• Only provide care to the level of your training.
• DO NOT move a victim unless there is imminent danger that could cause more harm.
• If available, communicate with CareFlight through the Emergency Services’ radio channel for all landings.
The frequency should be on all Oxy Piceance area radios.
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CONN CREEK II COMPRESSOR FACILITY FIRE & LIFE SAFETY FEATURESNTS
LEGEND
Fire Extinguisher Type:
A=ABC
B=BC
C=BC-Electrical
MSDS Sign
AED
1st Aid Kit
Eyewash Station
Emergency Shut Down
Flammable Storage CabinetSpill Kit
MSDS
A
ESD
FC
SK
B
C
A
C
C
C
A A
A
AAA
A
AA
BB
B
B B
AA
A
MUSTERING POINT A:
Yellow Bridge
ALTERNATE MUSTERING POINT:
FIELD OFFICE(S)
MUSTERING POINT B:
Plant Entrance/Cattle Guard
CREEK
COMPRESSOR BLDG
INTERCOOLER/
AFTERCOOLERS
WATER COOLERS
INTERSTAGE FILTER/
SEPARATOR
INLET FILTER/
SEPARATOR
GENERATOR/MCC
BLDG
DEHY CONTACTORS
DEHY
BTEX
VCU
DISCHARGE FILTER/
SEPARATOR
FUEL GAS
SCRUBBER
& METER
CCI
SK
SKFC
ESD
ESD
ESD
ESD
ESD
B
ESD
Conn Creek II Plot Plan
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AMINE TREATING
BLDG (AMINE OOS)
ESD
MSDS SK
USED AMINE
300bbl
DI WATER
300bbl
FANS
FANS
CONTROL ROOM
B
B
B
B
SK
FCFC
CONDENSATE
(3) 400bbl
(2) 400bbl
DEHY
CONTACTORS
HC DEWPOINT
TREAT SKID (OOS)
MSDS
ESD
COMPRESSOR BLDG
B
BBBB
SK
REFRIG COMPRESSION
BLDG (OOS)
B
B
PROPANE COOLER
(OOS)
FLARE KO
DRUM NGL STABILIZER
(OOS)
EG REGEN SKID
(OOS)HOT OIL
PUMPS
(OOS)
FUEL GAS
SCRUBBER /
BLOWER
VAPOR &
CO2 VENT
SCRUBBER
HOT OIL
HEATERS
(OOS)
3-PH
SEPARATOR /
HOT OIL
HEATERS
DEHY
BTEX
RO WATER
(2) 400bbl
METER
&
FUEL SALES
STARTING AIR
RECIEVER
INLET AIR
RECIEVER
INLET FILTER
SEPARATOR
INLET SLUG
CATCHER
GENERATOR/MCC
BUILDING
C
C
C C
FC
ENTERPRISE
TIE-IN SCRUBBER
CONN CREEK I COMPRESSOR FACILITY FIRE & LIFE SAFETY FEATURESNTS
MUSTERING POINT A:
Yellow Bridge ALTERNATE MUSTERING
POINT: FIELD OFFICE(S)
MUSTERING POINT B: Plant
Entrance/Cattle Guard
MSDS
NGL LOAD DOCK (OOS)
CONDENSATE LOAD DOCKA
A
ESD
LEGEND
Fire Extinguisher Type:
ABC
BC
BC-Electrical
MSDS Sign
AED
1s t Aid Kit
Eyewash Station
Emergency Shut Down
Flammable Storage Cabinet
Spill Kit
MSDS
A
ESD
FC
SK
NGL STORAGE
(OOS)
ESD
TO CCII
A
A
BOL
BUILDING
ESD
AAAAA
A
A
AA
ESDA
AAA
ESD
A
A
DESIGNATED
WASTE AREA
SAFE ZONE
A
CONNEX
A
B
C
WATER LOAD DOCK
WATER
SURGECONDENSATE
SURGE
BEAR-PROOF
DUMPSTER
A
B
C
B
A
A
SK
B
Conn Creek II Plot Plan
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CASCADE CENTRAL WATER FACILITY FIRE & LIFE SAFETY FEATURES NTS
LEGEND
Fire Extinguisher
Flammable Storage Cabinet
FILTER PODS
SETUP
1500
bbl
1500
bbl
1500
bbl
1500
bbl
Drawings are not
to scale and may
not include all
areas
400
bbl
300
bbl
300
bbl
400
bbl
CONNEX
CONNEX
CONNEX
Designated Welding Area Designated
Welding Area
Tier 5
Tier 1
Tier 2
Tier 3
Tier 4
Pipeyard &
Equipment
Storage
500 bbl Frac
Tanks
Water Pump s
Generator
CONDENSATE
Filtered Produced
Water
300
bbl
300
bbl
CONDENSATE
CC 632-13-22 Pad
Access Road
MCC
Control
Rooms
X – PRIMARY
MUSTERING POINT
CASCADE CREEK
OFFICES
PRODUCED
WATER
80
bbl
Storage
Building
NOTE: Only critical facility components are
shown. This map is not all inclusive.
PUMPHOUSE
CONNEXCONNEX
DESIGNATED
WASTE AREA
NO STEEL OR FOOD
DUMPSTER(S)
STEEL ONLY
DUMPSTER
Storage BldgWell-Head
FC
FC
FC
Figure 5: CC CWHF Map
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Emergency Procedure:
Vehicle Collision/Incident
Notifications
• Police (Mesa Co. Dispatch: 970.242.1234 or 911)
• Supervisor
• HES Group
Emergency Tools
• CB Radio/Oxy Radio
• Vehicle Registration
• Insurance Card
• 3-Day Emergency Preparedness Kit (Oxy Employees)
Required Forms To Complete (post-incident)
• Injury Report Form (If Applicable)
• Driver’s Accident Report Packet (glove-box)
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Emergency Procedure:
Severe Thunderstorm/Flash Flood
1. During threatening weather or if severe weather has been predicted, tune to and monitor local weather
radio or news broadcasts. When a severe weather warning has been issued for any location in the area,
immediately notify office and field personnel that may be affected.
2. If possible, inform others to tune into local weather newscasts to stay abreast of possible conditions and/or
weather changes in their area.
3. In the office:
• Inform personnel.
• If damage is sustained refer to emergency procedures for “Medical and/or Fire and Explosion”
In the field:
• If time allows, notify others of your location and situation.
• Do not attempt to out run severe weather or flash floods.
• Seek shelter if available, otherwise stay in vehicle.
• Do not drive into flowing water.
• Do not park and take shelter beneath trees.
• Avoid exposed areas, ridgelines, natural washes
• If caught out of your vehicle in the open then proceed downhill to a less exposed side slope
location. Avoid trees, fences, large rocks. Squat in the open on the balls of your feet with your head
down. Cover ears with hands, elbows in, and wait the situation out.
• After Severe Weather or Flash Flood is clear notify others that you are okay, if possible.
• Provide assistance to others if you are capable.
4. Make appropriate company notifications of injuries or damage to company property.
Notifications
• Other Oxy Employees
• Other Contractors
• Other Operators
Emergency Tools
• Tune to 106.7 FM OR Weather Channel on CB Radio
• 3-Day Emergency Preparedness Kit (Oxy Employees)
• Oxy Radio/CB Radio
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Emergency Procedure:
Severe Weather – Blizzard
1. During threatening weather or if severe weather has been predicted, tune to and monitor local weather
radio or news broadcasts. When a blizzard warning has been issued in the area, immediately notify office
and field personnel that may be affected. Inform others to tune into local weather newscasts to stay abreast
of possible conditions and/or weather changes in their area.
2. If a blizzard is underway:
• Inform personnel.
If stranded in blizzard conditions:
• If possible, notify others of deteriorating conditions along with your location and situation before
communications are lost.
• DO NOT leave your vehicle unless absolutely necessary. Assure exhaust pipe is clear of
obstructions and run engine only when needed to conserve fuel.
• If stranded away from your vehicle or if it is necessary to abandon the vehicle, seek shelter in a
stable structure and wait for help to arrive. If shelter is not available build a snow cave and wait for
help. If caught outside of shelter, build a fire if possible.
• Try to stay dry. Change to dry and weather resistant gear.
• If you are caught with more than one person in a blizzard DO NOT SEPARATE. Provide assistance
to others, if you are capable.
• Do not attempt to walk off the Mesa during blizzard conditions.
3. Make appropriate company notifications of injuries or damage to company property.
Notifications
• Other Oxy Employees
• Other Contractors
• Other Operators
Emergency Tools
• Tune to 106.7 FM OR Weather Channel on CB Radio
• 3-Day Emergency Preparedness Kit (Oxy Employees)
• Oxy Radio/CB Radio
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Emergency Procedure:
Spill and/or Uncontrolled Gas Release
1. If safe to do so, determine the nature and extent of the release and isolate the release. Be aware of
hazardous substances or equipment in the area that may potentially create a change to the immediate
emergency, i.e., hydrocarbon vapors.
2. If the release can not be safely isolated, evacuate the premise and establish roadblocks to prevent others
from entering.
3. Notify Supervisor or their designee
**Supervisor or their designee should:
• If necessary, notify other company personnel to perform previously discussed & planned roles to
secure the area or assist as operationally needed.
• Begin cleanup and remediation procedures as soon as possible.
• Contact Oxy Piceance area IMMEDIATELY!!!
• Fill out and submit spill report form, in accordance with Oxy policies and procedures.
The (4) most common releases that could occur under this potential emergency are:
• Condensate
• Produced Water
• Wet Natural Gas
• Dry Natural Gas
**Note: Report all spills/releases to Oxy Piceance area no matter the quantity. Oxy Piceance area will
make the proper notifications to government agencies.
• A spill is less than five barrels is not reportable to the COGCC, but reportable to Oxy.
• A spill is greater than five barrels, shall be reported to COGCC.
• If the spill is greater than 20 barrels, then verbal notification shall be provided to COGCC within
24 hours.
• A spill of a refined petroleum product (hydraulic fluid, fuel, etc) from a regulated storage tank
and greater than 25 gallons is reportable to CDPHE.
• All spills on federal lands are reportable.
• Consult Oxy’s SPCC plan for additional reporting requirements.
Notifications
• Other Oxy Employees
• Other Contractors
• Other Operators
Emergency Tools
• Tune to 106.7 FM OR Weather Channel on CB Radio
• MSDS
• Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG)
• Wind direction
Required Forms To Complete (post-incident)
• Accident/Incident Statement Form
• Spill Report Form
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Emergency Procedure:
Chemical Release/Spill
1. If safe to do so, determine the nature and extent of the release.
• Stay up wind and uphill
• Locate Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), placards or labels that would help identify the
chemical
• Refer to Hazardous Communication (HAZCOM) program, Oxy Piceance Chemical Inventory, the
ERG guidebook, placards, and labels for help in identifying the chemical and response procedures
if necessary.
2. If there is no danger, isolate the release.
3. If the release can not be safely isolated, evacuate the premises and establish roadblocks to prevent others
from entering the affected area.
4. Notify Supervisor or their designee
5. Supervisor or their designee should:
• If necessary, notify other company personnel to perform previously discussed & planned roles to
secure the area or assist as operationally needed. **
• Contact local HAZMAT Response Team (Mesa County Dispatch 970-242-1324), if needed for
immediate response and control of a hazardous chemical release.
• Notify Oxy Piceance area IMMEDIATELY!!!
• Begin cleanup and remediation procedures as soon as possible.
• Consult Oxy’s SPCC plan for additional reporting requirements.
The most common chemical spills having potential to release are:
• Methanol
• Corrosion/Scale Inhibitor
• Diesel Fuel
** If the spill is on public ground or the public might be in any danger, notify local emergency services.
Notify Affected Personnel
• Other Oxy Employees
• Other Contractors
• Other Operators
• Mesa Co. Dispatch: 970.242.1234 (if needed)
Emergency Tools
• Tune to 106.7 FM OR Weather Channel on CB Radio
• MSDS
• Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG)
• Wind direction
Required Forms To Complete (post-incident)
• Accident/Incident Statement Form
• Spill Report Form
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Emergency Procedure:
Earthquake
If you are inside during an earthquake:
1. Immediately take cover under a table or desk, or stand in a doorway. In areas where cover is not
available, kneel at the base of an interior wall, facing the wall and with head down and covered by
arms.
2. Turn your body away from windows and mirrors.
3. Be alert for falling objects and stay away from overhead fixtures, filing cabinets, bookcases, and
electrical equipment.
If you are outside during an earthquake:
1. Move to an open area away from buildings, trees, and power lines.
2. If unable to move to an open area, watch for falling objects.
If you are in an automobile during an earthquake:
1. Stop your vehicle in the nearest open area.
2. Stay in the vehicle until the shaking stops.
After an earthquake:
1. Be aware of the possibility of aftershocks.
2. If possible and it is safe to do so, evacuate the building as soon as the shaking has ceased. (Meet at
the applicable Primary Mustering Area)
3. Do not move injured persons unless they are in obvious immediate danger (from fire, building collapse,
etc.)
4. Open doors carefully. Watch for falling objects.
5. Do not use elevators.
6. Do not use matches or lighters.
7. Limit use of telephone to calls for emergency services.
Notify Affected Personnel
• Mesa Co. Dispatch: 970.242.1234
• Other Oxy Employees
• Other Contractors
• Other Operators
Emergency Tools
• Tune to 106.7 FM OR Weather Channel on CB Radio
• CB Radio/Oxy Radio
• Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG)
• MSDS
Required Forms To Complete (post-incident)
• Injury Report Form (If Applicable)
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Emergency Procedure:
Terrorism Attack/Threat/Enemy Action
1. There are (4) main types of terrorist activity to be aware of:
Chemical
Biological
Radiological/Nuclear
Explosives
2. Pay attention to the following indicators: (Any suspicious activity should be reported immediately.)
Is the emergency response to a target hazard or target threat?
Has there been a threat?
Are there multiple (non-trauma related) victims?
Are responders victims?
Are hazardous substances involved?
Has there been an explosion?
Has there been a secondary attack/explosion?
If There Is One Indicator...
Respond with a heightened level of awareness
If There Are Multiple Indicators...
You may be on the scene of a terrorist attack
Initiate response operations with extreme caution
Be alert for actions against responders
Evaluate and implement personal protective measures
Consider the need for maximum respiratory protection or a full evacuation
Make immediate contact with law enforcement for coordination
3.Evacuate the area immediately to the applicable primary muster point,, make notifications to immediate
supervisor, HES Group, applicable Fire Department.
Notifications
• Mesa Co. Dispatch: 970.242.1234
• Other Oxy Employees
• Other Contractors
• Other Operators (See Emer. Contact List)
Emergency Tools
• Tune to 106.7 FM OR Weather Channel on CB Radio
• CB Radio/Oxy Radio
• MSDS
• Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG)
• Wind direction
Required Forms To Complete (post-incident)
• Injury Report Form (If Applicable)
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VII. Decontamination
Decontamination or DECON will be very limited to Oxy employees, due to the fact that offensive operations will
be infrequent without the implementation of a respiratory protection program. However, it is the IC’s
responsibility to ensure that contract personnel involved with cleanup of hazardous materials follow proper
DECON procedures. DECON shall always be established in the warm zone of an incident.
VIII. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) & Emergency Equipment
PPE and emergency equipment is critical to an effective and safe emergency response for entry personnel.
The Operations Section is responsible to ensure all entry team members are wearing the appropriate level of
PPE. Currently, Oxy Piceance area have not implemented a respiratory protection program (RPP), since a
program has not been deemed necessary for Oxy employees at this time. For this reason, PPE will strictly
consist of an ANSI-approved hard hat and safety glasses w/ sideshields, ASTM-approved steel-toe boots or
chemical resistant steel-toe boots, and 100% cotton/wool or FRC (flame resistant clothing). Additional PPE
may include a Tyvek chemical splash suit, neoprene gloves, face-shield, goggles, etc., depending on the
scenario. Of course, all emergencies shall require an appropriate PPE site analysis prior to entry. Emergency
equipment is also critical to effective emergency response. Below is a general list of Oxy-provided equipment:
(Note: this list may not be all inclusive)
Emergency Equipment
1st Aid Kits 4-Gas Monitor (CO, H2S, LEL, O2)
Fire Extinguishers
AED (automatic external defibrillator) (GJ office, CC
Field office, CCCF Control room_)
Backboard (located in CC Field Office) Explosion-Proof Flashlights
Eyewash Stations & Bottles
Spill Confinement Supplies (booms, diapers, pillows)
(CCWHF, EPCS, Brush Creek office)
Landing Zone LZ Turbo Lights (CC Field
office, CCCF Control Room)
Table 2: Emergency Equipment
IX. Emergency Medical Treatment & First Aid
In the event of an emergency involving injury to Oxy employees and/or contract personnel, immediate care
shall be provided to the injured to abate any life-threatening injuries (e.g.; cardiac arrest, breathing stopped,
and profuse bleeding, etc.), if deemed safe to do so. At least 50% of all Oxy employees are required to be
trained in First Aid (FA), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and the use of an Automatic External
Defibrillator (AED).
All other medical treatment beyond the first aid level, will require the evaluation of trained medical
professionals from ambulance service to medical physicians at the clinic/hospital. The DeBeque Fire
Department, the Plateau Valley Fire Department, and the St. Mary’s Care Flight Helicopter can all provide
advanced first aid at the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) level. Hospital attention should be considered
with respect to the below table, outlining medical facility protocol by priority. However, each emergency or
incident should be managed case by case depending on injury severity.
Priority Medical Facility Contact Number
Non-Emergency Work Partners Occupational Clinic 970.241.5585
Non-Emergency Grand River Health & Safety Center 970.285.5731
Emergency St. Mary’s Hospital 970.244.2990
Table 3: Medical Facility Protocol
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X. Emergency Alerting and Response Procedure
Once an employee recognizes the occurrence of an emergency, he/she will notify their immediate supervisor,
following Figure 2: Incident Notification Flowchart.
The on-scene Incident Command Staff shall notify the appropriate lines of authority and emergency response
agencies as follows:
A. Notify Mesa County Dispatch at 970.242.1234.
B. Call law enforcement officers to help control traffic and the public, if necessary. If roadblocks are required
and established during an emergency, advise the control points what outside help may be expected so
that they can be admitted to the project area.
C. Consider the necessity of evacuating any residents in the area. Currently, there are ranching interests
and residential areas in the field(s) that may need notification.
D. Establish contact with Civil Defense, Electric Companies, Gas Companies or other service organizations
as needed.
E. Contact Doctors, Hospitals, HAZMAT and ambulances as necessary.
F. Contact any outside help necessary, such as construction contractors, tank trucks and other producers in
the area which may be affected.
G. Maintain communications and information flow with Oxy Piceance area and all potentially affected
personnel.
Notification to Oxy-MCBU management of any Health, Environment and Safety (HES) incident shall be
made as soon as possible after the incident, so that additional steps can be taken as needed.
Emergency response agencies as listed on page 3 of this plan shall be notified as needed. Below is the typical
notification via the OXY chain of command, in accordance with OOG HES&S Procedure 60.400.0500 Incident
Reporting and Investigation Standard.
EMERGENCY
TAKES PLACE
OXY Employee/
Contractor
Identifies
Emergency
OXY Employee/
Contractor
Notifies OXY
Supervisor
Follow Incident
Notification Flowchart
OXY Supervisor
Notifies OPS or
Drilling Manager
OXY Supervisor
Notifies HES
Dept.
OPS or Drilling
Manager Notifies
MCBU Asset
Manager
MCBU Asset
Manager Notifies
MCBU GM/
President
President of
OOG-USA
Notifies
Dr. Ray R. Irani,
CEO of OPC
MCBU GM/President
Notifies President of
OOG-USA
Dr. Ray R. Irani,
CEO of OPC
Informs ECOB
HES Dept.
Notifies MCBU
HES Manager
MCBU HES
Manager Notifies
Director(s) of
HES&S-OOG
Director(s) of
HES&S-OOG
Notifies VP of
HES&S-OOG
HES Dept. Notifies
Regulatory
Agencies & LEPC/
SEPC (if needed)
SIGNIFICANT INCIDENTS
ALL INCIDENTS
IMPORTANT & SIGNIFICANT INCIDENTSUpdate d: 08/12/2009
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Figure 6: Oxy Crisis Notification Flowchart
XI. Media Relations Guide
All inquiries/requests for information from the media and the public should be referred to the Oxy Piceance
area Operations Manager or MCBU-Asset Manager. Media relations are prohibited from entering the incident
scene and must stay outside the perimeter. Below is the list of Oxy Public Affairs that the PIO must liaison
with:
Preference Name Office Home Cell
Primary Nancy Turner 713-215-7759 NA 832-798-4947
Secondary Heather Margain 956-429-0606 NA 956-270-1280
Tertiary Eric Moses 310.433.6377 310.458.3458 310.710.0743
Table 4: Oxy Public Affairs
XII. Critique of Response & Follow-up
Following all emergency response operations, a critique of the response efforts should be conducted to allow
critical feedback that could improve the next potential emergency response management. This can be
accomplished either verbally or in a structured, classroom setting outlining “what went right, what went wrong,
and what can be improved on”. The critique should always be documented for legality reasons. It is important
to remember that a critique should be constructive, which means a positive effort is being conducted. An
incident critique is not a “blame game”.
Additionally, all forms from each functional ICS group should be reviewed, for assistance with the critique. Any
corrective actions developed from the critique should be documented and followed with action plans/target
dates to ensure consistency with emergency response efforts throughout all operational phases.
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Appendix A: Field Fire Prevention Plan
Introduction
The Fire Prevention Plan is a guide to help you know what to do and who to contact during a fire breakout in
the mesa/valley where Oxy has operations.
Having the available resources and knowing how to access them is crucial for someone who is involved in a
fire incident and is injured or in critical condition. The information provided will help to increase an
understanding of Oxy’s policy and help in providing assistance to the general public and to Oxy should
unexpected conditions arise which create a concern for public safety.
All Oxy employees, contractors, sub-contractors, or anyone on Oxy-owned property should have the
Emergency Response Plan (ERP) Manual available if needed for a resource in case of an emergency
situation. The Fire Prevention Plan is in addition in the ERP Manual and specifically lays out a plan of action
for workers to follow when an unexpected fire does happen.
This section cannot cover all potential situations that may require emergency procedures. Check with the local
Oxy representative for site specific procedures in effect for a particular work location.
Types of Fires
There are five general types of fires that have the possibility to occur on Oxy operations. They are lightning,
smoking, flaring, hot work, and vehicle fires all which can result in a serious wild-land fire. Better
understanding these types of hazards will only help you realize how to respond more efficiently if a wildfire
occurs.
Lightning
Lightning is one of the most beautiful displays in nature. It is also one of the most deadly natural phenomena
known to man. With bolts that are hotter than the sun, lightning can do some serious damage. One of the
most common natural fires is caused by lightning. According to the Colorado Department of Local Affairs,
“about half of all the wildfires in Colorado are lightning caused fires”. Storms can move in very quickly on top
of the mountain and lightning can become a severe hazard. In the United States alone, lightning sets 10,000
forest fires and causes $100 million in property damage every year. Always stay inside during a lightning
storm; never go outside. If you are caught outside during a lightning storm avoid trees, fences, poles, or
anything metal.
Smoking
The second type of fire is smoking. The best way to prevent a fire from smoking is to smoke only in
designated smoking areas or in your vehicle. Never throw a cigarette butt outside. This is one of the most
common ways fires are started. Pay attention to posted “NO SMOKING” signs and never smoke near
flammable liquids or gases.
Flaring
Another potential fire hazard is flaring. Flaring or venting is a controlled burning process of natural gas that
cannot be processed for sale or use because of technical reasons. Oxy has long used flaring and venting to
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safely dispose of gases that occur in the production and processing of natural gas. In emergency situations,
flaring provides a safe way to stabilize equipment.
Hot Work
A fourth fire danger is hot work which includes welding, grinding, and cutting. Each one of these is extremely
dangerous because of the high fire danger they present. Dry, hot temperatures provide the perfect
environment for sparks to ignite and start a wild-land fire. Every contractor who intends to perform one of
these operations for Oxy must have a permit to do so before they start their job. Each contractor must have an
established person that is the “fire watch” while the hot work is being performed. This person stands ready
with an approved fire extinguisher to put out any fires that may start. The fire watch is required to remain at the
hot work area for a period of 30 minutes after the job is complete. This lessens the chance of a fire occurring.
Vehicle Hazards
Another fire concern is vehicles that are equipped with catalytic converters. Catalysts reduce emissions by
accelerating the combustion of pollutants leaving the engine. In doing this job, they get hot. The outside metal
temperatures of some types of converters may approach 800 to 1000 F under conditions of extremely high
engine loading. In other words, catalytic converters on vehicles get extremely hot after a long drive up the
mountain. So parking should be only in a designated parking area at the location. Never park a catalyst-
equipped vehicle, or any vehicle, on a pile of dry grass/brush or other dry vegetation. Always park where you
can easily access the nearest exit by driving forward. Survey the scene so you know your exits for means of a
quick escape.
When a Fire Breaks Out:
If a potential wildfire breaks out on the mesa, the most important thing is accountability. First of all notify
someone of the fire, whether it be your supervisor, coworker, etc. Second, call the Mesa County Dispatch
immediately at (970) 242-1234; the sooner the fire department is dispatched, the quicker the response time will
be. All fires on federal lands should require immediate notification to the applicable Oxy personnel. Then
analyze the situation and determine what the potential hazards are.
Ask yourself these questions:
Are there any hazardous or toxic chemicals at risk?
Is the fire life threatening?
Is there damage to public property?
If possible and not a risk to life, isolate the fuel sources.
Next, determine if the fire can be extinguished, if so, alert someone else of your plans, locate the nearest fire
extinguisher and proceed to put the fire out. Every employee of Oxy should be trained on how to properly
extinguish a fire.
Note: Oxy recommends fighting a fire ONLY in the incipient stage. What is the incipient stage? A fire
in its beginning stage. Incipient stage fires can be controlled with portable fire extinguishers.
There are (4) steps to extinguish a fire called the PASS system:
Pull - Pull the safety pin
Aim - Remove the hose and aim the nozzle toward the fire
Squeeze - Holding the handle, squeeze the trigger
Sweep – Extinguish the fire in a sweeping motion, from left to right
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When to Leave
If the fire cannot be put out by the fire extinguisher in the incipient stage, it is time to evacuate the area
immediately. Communication is key, inform everyone to evacuate the location and make sure everyone is
accounted for. There should be designated meeting or muster points on location, where the entire
crew/employees would meet in the event of an emergency. During the brief meeting, decide which route is the
safest to use and evacuate as soon as possible.
Cascade Creek
There are (4) alternative routes of escape from Oxy Cascade Creek operations. The first three possible exits
are drivable escape routes and the latter is a cow trail. The primary escape route is off the Oxy road leading to
Conn Creek Road. The second is off Logan Wash Road if possible. The third alternative is to drive north on
Trail Ridge Road, which is the road that lays directly north of the mesa well locations. If you stay on Trail
Ridge Road it will eventually take you north to Rio Blanco County on County Road 5 and then to Colorado
Highway 13. The other possible route would be to hike down the cow path that is connected to Oxy’s valley
operations. This allows (4) different evacuation routes where if one exit is blocked there is always an
alternative. Please note the (3) secondary routes are ONLY for emergency access and are intended for the
safe escape of Oxy contractors/sub-contractors.
Collbran
There are (3) alternative routes from the Oxy Collbran operations. All three are drivable escape routes on
public highways. From the East Plateau area, one can take 60 Road, 59 ½ Road, and Grove Creek Road
North to Highway 330 and then head eastbound to Highway 65 to I-70. A secondary escape route can be
followed by heading South on 59 Road, to AA 50 Drive, to Lakeshore Drive, to Highway 65 southbound to
Delta, then to the City of Cedaredge, to the City of Delta at Highway 92.
The Brush Creek area primary escape route is Highway 330 eastbound to the City of Collbran and then
eastbound to Highway 65, to I-70. A secondary route can be followed westbound on Highway 330 to
Northeast County Road 342, to North Divide Creek Road to the City of Silt and then I-70.
The Hell’s Gulch area primary escape route is south on Canyon Road 342, to Highway 330 eastbound to the
City of Collbran, and then eastbound to Highway 65, to I-70. A secondary route can be followed westbound on
Highway 330 to Northeast County Road 342, to North Divide Creek Road to the City of Silt and then I-70.
Where To Go
Once you have evacuated the area, the primary muster point for each individual on the Cascade Creek lease
would be the Oxy field offices. (Secondary is the cattle pens at Conn Creek Rd GC 213 & GC Rd 204.)
Everyone should meet there and be accounted for by the supervisor in charge. If your path of escape is Trail
Ridge Road, continue until you reach Piceance Creek, Rio Blanco county roads. Travel east on Rio Blanco
County Road 5 to Colorado Highway 13 and then south on Highway 13 to Rifle, CO and Interstate 70.
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Once you are in the safe zone contact your supervisor immediately for accountability. Drive careful and when
emergency vehicles are met on the road, pull over and always give them the right away. Report all fires,
regardless of the size to an Oxy representative as soon as possible.
If a situation occurs where all exits are blocked, find a location with a bare, dirt pad and wait out the fire. Park
your vehicle the farthest point away from all production units and methanol/condensate tanks and turn the
engine off. Stay in your vehicle with the windows rolled up and the air conditioner/heater off, with all vents
closed. This will keep smoke from entering the vehicle.
Who/What is in Danger?
There are several major operations that are in the danger zone if a fire breaks out. Drilling rigs, multiple
production sites, various contractors on location, hunter/rancher cabins, and particularly temporary housing
units are a major concern for Oxy. Also, other oil/gas companies in the area travel daily on Logan Wash Road
and could also be affected.
Temporary Housing Units
One of the most susceptible places for a wild-land fire to catch employees off-guard is the temporary housing
units. Remote locations provide an opportunity for a fire to easily arrive and trap employees with no
access/egress to escape. The temporary housing units are being assessed per Colorado state and county
regulations to ensure the health and safety of each employee.
Fire Dangers/Hazards
The following is a list of things that should be considered for fire prevention:
• Temporary housing units must be a minimum of 75 feet from the well-head and condensate/methanol
tanks.
• Smoking is allowed only in designated smoking areas. Smoking is NOT ALLOWED inside any
temporary housing units owned or leased by Oxy on Oxy property. Matches and all smoking equipment
may not be carried into “No Smoking” areas. Butt disposal containers should be placed in the
designated smoking areas.
• Absolutely no drugs, alcohol, or firearms. Methamphetamine laboratories are EXTREMELY
DANGEROUS and will not be tolerated on Oxy property.
• All exits must be maintained free and clear of any obstructions. Exits must have free clearance of 10
feet. EXIT signs must be posted at each exit in the facility. Center to center between trailers must be
maintained at a minimum of 20 feet. Exit stairs must be sturdy and level.
• Areas around all temporary housing units shall be kept free of clutter.
• All combustible waste materials must be disposed of daily. Bear-proof trash containers must be
provided on the location.
• No gas heaters are allowed on location. Only electric heaters or unit heaters are acceptable means of
heating.
• Absolutely no open-flame fires or charcoal grilling is allowed. Only gas cooking grills are allowable per
Oxy approval, but must be 50 feet away from the well-head.
• Vegetation must be cleared within a 10 foot distance around the facility.
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• Fully charged and mounted fire extinguishers shall be available and accessible to all residents. They
must be monthly and annually inspected and be located 75 feet (maximum) from any point in the
facility. Access should be unobstructed and personnel trained to use the extinguisher. Extinguishers
must be clearly marked.
• Only non-flammable cleaning materials are allowed.
• Flammable liquids shall not be stored within 50 feet of the well-head, unless otherwise approved.
• All small gas/diesel containers must be stored at least 50 feet away from the temporary facility and the
container must be an OSHA/NFPA approved safety can.
• All electrical wiring and appliances shall be UL rated and shall meet all applicable federal, state and
local building codes, OSHA standards and NFPA regulations. All units must be grounded.
• Smoke alarms are required by NFPA Life Safety Code and will be inspected on a monthly basis.
• Each site shall have a pre-determined muster point and all occupants of the temporary housing site
shall be briefed on emergency action plans.
How To Prepare for a Fire?
Evacuation Drills/Training
Every drilling rig crew, temporary housing occupants, and contractor that is staying on the mesa for a set time
frame is required to have routine evacuation drills and training. Supervisors should provide information
concerning the (4) evacuation routes, existing fire hazards, and important safety concerns on a weekly basis.
Employees need to know the Fire Prevention Plan, so when the unexpected does happen, they will be ready.
The Emergency Response Plan (ERP) Manual and Fire Prevention Plan is available upon request to each
critical contractor/employee before employment, with the expectation that the critical contractors/employees
will brief individuals and visitors they oversee. The fire hazards will be discussed and any questions or
concerns should be brought to attention immediately. It is important to know the potential hazards that exist
during a job and the resources that your safety depends on.
Fire Prevention Checklist
To ensure that you know this fire plan, ask yourself these questions:
What fire hazards exist around me?
What are the (4) evacuation routes that are available?
What is the best exit for a means of escape?
Who do I call in case of a fire?
Where do I access emergency contact information?
Is the fire life threatening?
Where is the closest fire extinguisher?
Where is the muster points in case of an emergency?
What is the weather like, windy, thunderstorms, etc.?
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APPENDIX C: Designated Landing Zones/Muster Points
CASCADE CREEK LANDING
ZONES COLLBRAN LANDING ZONES
LANDING ZONE #1 (Mesa 609-14)
Plateau Creek (North of East Plataea
Field Office)
LATITUDE 39.531120 Landing Zone
LONGITUDE -108.232089 LATITUDE 39.204450
LONGITUDE -107.911156
LANDING ZONE #2 (Top of Mountain
Road)
Plateau Creek (East Plataea Field
Office)
LATITUDE 39.500164 Primary Muster Point
LONGITUDE -108.225004 LATITUDE 39.202764
LONGITUDE -107.910612
LANDING ZONE #3 (VALLEY Chain-up
Area) Brush Creek (Brush Creek Field Office)
LATITUDE Landing Zone
LONGITUDE LATITUDE 39.272010
LONGITUDE -107.872564
PRIMARY MUSTER POINT (CC Field
Office) Brush Creek (Brush Creek Field Office)
LATITUDE 39.468563 Primary Muster Point
LONGITUDE -108.245451 LATITUDE 39.272010
LONGITUDE -107.872564
SECONDARY MUSTER POINT (Corral
at intersection of GC Rd 213 & GC Rd
204)
Hell's Gulch - Alkali Creek (East of
Compressor Station)
LATITUDE 39.424501 Landing Zone
LONGITUDE -108.273873 LATITUDE 39.357574
LONGITUDE -107.645825
Hell's Gulch - Alkali Creek (East of
Compressor Station)
Primary Muster Point
LATITUDE 39.357574
LONGITUDE -107.645825
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