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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1.0 Application_Part1OXY
Occidental Oil and Gas
OXY USA WTP LP
Pond 10 Water Impoundment
Garfield County Land Use Application
Limited Impact Review
March 2014
Application: OXY USA WTP LP
760 Horizon Drive Suite 101
Grand Junction, CO 81506
(970) 263-3607
OXY USA WTP LP
Pond 10
Pond 10
Table of Contents
Application Materials
1. Limited Impact Review Application
2. Payment Agreement Form
3. Signature of Authority
4. Agent Authorization
5. Pre -application Summary
6. Application Narrative
Maps and Plans
1. Garfield County Location Map
2. Vicinity Map
3. Zoning Map
4. Site Plan (Provided on 24X36 inch Sheet)
5. As -Built Figure
6. Engineering Drawings
7. Surveyor Plat
8. Legal Description
9. Generator Engineering Design Plans
10. Fencing Drawings
11. Storage Area Figure
12. Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure Plan
13. Emergency Response Plan
14. Water Supply and Management Plan
15. Wastewater Management and System Plan
Grading and Drainage Plan
1. Grading and Drainage Plan Narrative
2. Pond 10 Drainage and Grading Report
3. Appendix A Part 1
4. Appendix A Part 2
5. Grading Plan Figure
6. Pre -Disturbed and Native Grading Plan Figure
7. Surface Water Map
Application - Table of Contents
Garfield County Limited Impact Review, 2014 Page 1 of 3
OXY USA WTP LP
Pond 10
8. Monitoring Wells Figure
9. Floodplain Figure
10. Stormwater Management
11. Stormwater Extension Letter
12. Plan Stormwater Permit
Impact Analysis
1. Impact Analysis Narrative
2. List of Adjacent Parcel Owners
3. Adjacent Parcel Owners Map
4. Mineral Rights Owners
5. Parcel Deed
6. Savage SUA
7. Special Warranty Deed
8. Savage JOJO SOA
9. Tract Locations Figure
10. Biological Survey
11. Sensitive Wildlife Habit Figure
12. Weed Management and Reclamation Plan
13. Non -Tributary Water
14. CDPHE Air Permit Exemption Document for Generator
15. Noise Analysis Report
16. Natural and Geologic Hazardous Report
17. Rockslide and Landslide Assessment
18. Traffic Analysis Report
19. Route Map
20. Basic Access Map
21. Road Management Plan
22. Access Road Figure
23. Site Photos
Standards
1. Division 1 Standards Narrative
2. Division 2 Standards Narrative
3. Division 3 Standards Narrative
4. Division 7-1001 Standards Narrative
5. Division 7-1201 Standards Narrative
6. 7-202 Wildlife Habitat Report
7. Garfield County 2030 Future Zone District Figure
8. Roadway Standards Figure
9. Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map
Application - Table of Contents
Garfield County Limited Impact Review, 2014 Page 2 of 3
OXY USA WTP LP
Pond 10
Supporting Documents
1. COGCC Form 2A Application
2. COGCC Form 15 Application
3. COGCC Form 28 Figures
Storage Sites
1. Storage Narrative
2. Division 1 Standards Narrative
3. Division 2 Standards Narrative
4. Division 3 Standards Narrative
5. Division 7-1001 Standards Narrative
6. 7-202 Wildlife Habitat Report
Application - Table of Contents
Garfield County Limited Impact Review, 2014 Page 3 of 3
OXY USA WTP LP
Pond 10
Application Materials
Table of Contents
1. Limited Impact Review Application
2. Payment Agreement Form
3. Signature of Authority
4. Agent Authorization
5. Pre -application Summary
6, Application Narrative
Application Materials - Table of Contents
Garfield County Limited Impact Review, 2014 Page 1 of 1
"Ilrfield County
Community Development Department
108 8`" Street, Suite 401
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
(970) 945-8212
www.garfield-county.com
LAND USE CHANGE PERMIT
APPLICATION FORM
TYPE OF APPLICATION
❑ Administrative Review
0 Development in 100 -Year Floodplain
- Limited Impact Review
• Development in 100 -Year Floodplain Variance
❑ Major Impact Review
0 Code Text Amendment
Amendments to an Approved LUCP
• Rezoning
■ LIR ❑MIR ❑ SUP
• Zone District ■ PUD ■ PUD Amendment
❑ Minor Temporary Housing Facility
• Administrative interpretation
• Vacation of a County Road/Public ROW €
• Appeal of Administrative Interpretation
• Location and Extent Review
• Areas and Activities of State Interest
0 Comprehensive Plan Amendment
El Major 0 Minor
0 Accommodation Pursuant to Fair Housing Act
0 Pipeline Development �
0 Variance
• Time Extension(also check type of original application)
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INVOLVED PARTIES
Owner/Applicant
Name: OXY USA WTP LP Phone: ( 970 ) 263-3607
Mailing Address: 760 Horizon Drive, Suite 101
City: Grand Junction
E-mail: chris_clark@oxy.com
State: CO Zip Code: 81506
Representative (Authorization Required)
Name: Katy Middleton and Blair Rollins
Phone: (970 ) 985-8240
Mailing Address: 760 Horizon Drive, Suite 102
City: Grand Junction State: CO Zip Code: 81506
E-mail: middleton^kathleen@yahoo.com
PROJECT NAME AND LOCATION
Project Name:
Pond 10
Assessor's Parcel Number: 2 1 6 9- 2 1 4_ 0 0. 0 2 6
Physical/Street Address: Lat = 39.524334° Long = -108.225204°
Legal Description: SESW Section 5, Township 7 South, Range 97 West, 6th PM
Zone District: Resource Lands - Gentle Slopes Property Size (acres): 7723 acres
[PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Existing Use: Natural gas development, Resource Production, Currently the site has two storage ponds for produced water
Proposed Use (From Use Table 3-403): Water Impoundment and Storage Sites
Description of Project: The Pond 10 site will be a water impoundment facility with an accessory use for storage. Three storage sites
will be located within the site perimeter. The water impoundment will store produced water for the applicant, OXY USA WTP LP.
REQUEST FOR WAIVERS
Submission Requirements
8 The Applicant requesting a Waiver of Submission Requirements per Section 4-202. List:
Section: 4-203 J. Development Agreement Section:
Section: 4-203 K. Improvement Agreement Section:
Waiver of Standards
The Applicant is requesting a Waiver of Standards per Section 4-118. List:
Section: 7-1001 D (3) StorageSection: 7-101 Zone District Dimensions
Section: 7-1001 B Setback Section:
1 have read the statements above and have provided the required attached information which is
correct and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
3121114
Signature of Property Owner Date
OFFICIAL USE ONLY
File Number: _ �__ Fee Paid: $
Garfield County
PAYMENT AGREEMENT FORM
GARFIELD COUNTY ("COUNTY") and Property Owner ("APPLICANT")
OXY USA WTP LP agree as follows:
1. The Applicant has submitted to the County an application for the following Project:
Pond 10 Water Impoundment
2. The Applicant understands and agrees that Garfield County Resolution No. 98-09, as
amended, establishes a fee schedule for each type application, and the guidelines for the
administration of the fee structure.
3. The Applicant and the County agree that because of the size, nature or scope of the
proposed project, it Is not possible at this time to ascertain the full extent of the costs
involved in processing the application. The Applicant agrees to make payment of the Base
Fee, established for the Project, and to thereafter permit additional costs to be billed to the
Applicant. The Applicant agrees to make additional payments upon notification by the
County, when they are necessary, as costs are incurred.
4. The Base Fee shall be in addition to and exclusive of any cost for publication or cost of
consulting service determined necessary by the Board of County Commissioners for the
consideration of an application or additional County staff time or expense not covered by
the Base Fee. If actual recorded costs exceed the initial Base Fee, the Applicant shall pay
additional billings to the County to reimburse the County for the processing of the Project.
The Applicant acknowledges that ail billing shall be paid prior to the final consideration by
the County of any Land Use Change or Division of Land.
I hereby agree to pay all fees related to this application:
Billing Contact Person: Chris Clark Phone: (970 ) 263-3607
Billing Contact Address: 760 Horizon Drive, Suite 101
City: Grand Junction State: CO zip Code: 81506
Billing Contact Email: chris_clark@oxy.com
Printed Name of Person Authorized to Sign: Katy Middleton
(Signature)
(Date)
Receptlonll . 7511204
11/26/2000 04:14:30 PM Jean Alberlco
1 of 1 Rao Fao:$6.00 Doo Feo:0.00 GARFIELD COUNTY CO
S'I'ATE1VIENT OF AUTHORITY
Daniel 1. Padilla, ns Regulatory Coordinator for OXY USA WTP LP, a Delaware limited
partnership ("OXY"), is authorized to act on behalf of, and represent OXY in all matters
related to applications for special use permits, conditional use permits, administrative
permits, and land use change permits (and may execute such applications) submitted to
Garfield County, Colorado until such tittle as OXY files of record a statement that Mr.
Padilla no longer has such authority. OXY acknowledges that when any such permits are
issued by Garfield County, Colorado, the County may choose to file them of record and
such permits may contain certain covenants that run with the particular lands identified in
such permits.
OXY USA WTP LP
By: OXY USA Inc., its general partner
By:.
Name: Ha y Hufft
Title: Vice President
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF HARRIS
This instrument was acknowledged before me on this// clay of November,
2008, by Harry Hufft, Vice President of OXY USA Inc., a Delaware corporation, on
behalf of OXY USA WTP LP, a Delaware limited partnership.
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Notary Public, State of Texas
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OXY USA WTP LP
OXY A subsidiary of Occidental Petroleum Corporation
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March 19, 2014
Ms. Tamra Allen
Community Development Department
Garfield County
108 8th Street, Suite 401
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
760 Horizon Drive, Suite 101
Grand Junction, CO 81506
RE: Agent Authorization for the Proposed Pond 10 Centralized E&P Waste Management
Facility; Garfield County, Colorado
Dear Ms. Allen,
OXY USA WTP LP (Oxy) authorizes Blair Rollins with Olsson Associates and Kathleen Middleton with
Blue Sky Permitting and Planning, LLC to act on behalf of and represent Oxy in matters related to land
use permitting for the proposed Pond 10 Centralized F&P Waste Management Facility located in Garfield
County, Colorado
Please contact me if you have any questions, comments, concerns, or if you require additional
information. I can be reached at 970.412-2776 or at daniel padilla@oxy.com.
Sincerely;
Daniel 1. Padilla
Regulatory Advisor
cc. file
Olsson Associates
Blue Sky Permitting and Planning LLC.
GARFIELD COUNTY
Community Development Department
108 8`h Street, Suite 201
Glenwood Springs, Colorado 81601
Telephone: 970.945.8212 Facsimile: 970.384.3470
www.garfield-countv.com
PRE -APPLICATION CONFERENCE SUMMARY
TAX PARCEL NUMBER: 2169-214-00-026
DATE: January 2, 2014
PROJECT: Pond 10 Production Water Storage Facility -- E&P Waste Impoundment
OWNER: OXY USA WTP LP
REPRESENTATIVE: Daniel Padilla, OXY USA WTP LP
Jeff Hofmann & Blair Rollins, Olsson Associates
PRACTICAL LOCATION: Section 5, T7S, R97W
North of DeBeque near the end of County Road 213
ZONING: Resource Lands - Gentle Slopes
TYPE OF APPLICATION: Limited Impact Review - Water Impoundment and Potential
Equipment Storage Area
I. GENERAL PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Application proposes the conversion of two existing water storage ponds being closed
by COGCC into a combined centralized water impoundment for production water. The
pond will serve several wells (1 - 3) in the surrounding area. The facility will be located on
an approximately 16 acre site, part of an overall 10,303 acre property owned by OXY USA
WTP LP. The Applicant has represented as follows:
The expanded Pond 10 impoundment will have an approximate surface area
of 2.41 acres and store approximately 92,710 barrels of produced water and
will have the required two feet of freeboard. The pond will be approximately
286 feet long and 194 feet wide, with a depth of 20 feet. Final numbers will be
provided in the survey package. The pond will be lined with a three liner
system consisting of a geosynthetic clay liner against the ground surface, one
60 mil HDPE liner, a geo-net to allow for fluid movement and leak detection
purposes (the geo-net is a permeable liner and part of the leak detection
system), and finally a second 60 mil HDPE liner. The center of the pond will
be sloped downward towards the walls of the pond to aid in fluid migration and
leak detection between the HDPE liners. Two 8" leak detection wells will be
installed, one at each end of the pond, between the primary and secondary
HDPE liners to allow for monitoring of leaks and fluid accumulation within the
liner system. Additionally, two escape ladders will be installed on separate
ends of the pond for egress and the pond will have an 8 foot fence and some
type of bird deterrent device installed. Oxy anticipates that there will be one
generator, and between one to three pumps.
The Application may include storage areas directly associated with the operation of the
water impoundment in which case they can be considered as part of the Water
Impoundment application. Should the storage uses include other functions separate and
distinct from the water impoundment serving other sites or operations, that type of use will
require specific inclusion of the Storage Use as a formal part of the application.
Operational staff is anticipated to be on site only for monitoring, when water
transfer/conveyance is being conducted, or for delivery or pickup of equipment from the
storage yards. The Applicant has also represented that no hazardous chemicals will be
stored on site, that only a single pump will be required, and no gravity separation will occur
on site (will occur off-site at a central location). Air Quality Permits (CDPHE), Storm Water
Management Permits (CDPHE), Safety (Facility Response Plans), and SPCC Plans and
other related permits and COGCC Forms were discussed. Copies of the permits, plans,
forms and/or status updates need to be provided with the submittals.
The Applicant will need to clarify operational elements of the operation including
employees, water and waste water provisions, how water will be delivered to the site
(pipeline or hauling), code compliance for any pipeline, demonstration of non -tributary
sources for the water, and any on site equipment associated with receiving, treatment and
pumping of water.
II. WAIVERS
Some waivers may be appropriate given the location on an existing pad and the limited
area (if any) of additional disturbance. Key topics are summarized below:
• Landscaping plans and/or waivers are not required for industrial uses.
• A waiver from the Water Supply Plan submittal requirement will be accepted based
on the limited on-site employees.
• A waiver from the Waste Water Treatment Plan based on the limited number of
employees and/or use of portable toilets will need to be addressed in the Application
submittals.
• Waivers from submittal of Improvements and Development Agreements will be
accepted.
• A waiver from the 100 ft. setback standard for Industrial Use contained in Section 7-
1001 was discussed and can be considered as part of the application.
• Certain elements of the Impact Report may also be considered for waivers.
• Application submissions need to clearly request waivers and include justification
based on the review criteria contained in Sections 4-118 and 4-202.
• Follow-up pre -application discussions are recommended in order to clarify exactly
what waivers are anticipated prior to submittal.
III. REGULATORY PROVISIONS APPLICANT IS REQUIRED TO ADDRESS
• Garfield County Unified Land Use Resolution of 2008, as amended
o Article 111, Zoning
• Resource Lands Zone District (Table 3-201 & Use Tables 3-403)
o Article IV, Application and Review Procedures
• Limited Review Process (Section 4-104 and 4-101)
■ Submittal Requirements (Section 4-203 and Table 4-201)
■ Waiver Provisions (Sections 4-118 & 4-202)
o Article VII, Standards
• Divisions 1-3 as applicable
• Access and Roadway Standards (Section 7-107)
• Various other Standards including hazards, and lighting.
• Industrial Uses Standards (Section 7-1001) including hours of
operation and noise/nuisances.
• As Applicable Standards for Storage contained in Section 7-1001
o Article XVI, Definitions
• CDPHE Regulations Pertaining to Storm Water Management and Air Quality as
applicable
• COGCC Regulations and/or demonstration of compliance including SPCC Plans
• Garfield County Comprehensive Plan 2030: An excerpt from the Future Land Use
Map is attached.
IV. REVIEW PROCESS
1. Pre -application Conference
2. Application submittal (3 hardcopies and 1 on a CD)
3. Determination of Completeness
4. Provision of additional copies of the application for referrals
5. Scheduling of Board of County Commissioners Public Hearing and completion of
public notice requirements
6. Evaluation by Director/Staff Review and Report Generation
7. Board of County Commissioners Public Hearing, Review and Action by the Board
8. A Resolution will be prepared and the Land Use Change Permit issues when
conditions of approval have been met.
V. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
• Submittal requirements are detailed in Article 4, Section 4-203 and Table 4-201
• Additional Submittal Requirements include: Application forms and fees, payment
agreement form, listing of all property owners (with addresses) within 200 ft., an
excerpt from the Assessor's Office mapping showing the ownerships, a listing of
any mineral rights owners on the property (with addresses), authorization to
represent statements/letters, legal description, evidence of ownership and
access.
• Site plan information is one of the key submittals and needs to include all proposed
facilities.
• Staff recommends that Article VII standards be addressed in the submittals
consistent with the order contained in the Land Use and Development Code.
• Existing Plans, Permits and Forms including COGCC Forms.
VI. APPLICATION REVIEW
a. Review by: Staff for completeness recommendation and referral agencies for
additional technical review
b. Public Hearing:
c. Referral Agencies:
Planning Commission
X Board of County Commissioners
Board of Adjustment
MmEil
May include Garfield County Road and Bridge Department,
CDPHE Water Quality Division (Storm Water), Fire Protection
District, Garfield County Environmental Health Manager, Garfield
County Vegetation Manager, Garfield County Consulting
Engineer, Town of DeBeque.
VII. APPLICATION REVIEW FEES
a. Planning Review Fees: $ 400
b. Referral Agency Fees: $ TBD — consulting engineer/civil engineer fees
c. Total Deposit: $ 400 (additional hours are billed at hourly rate)
General Application Processing
Planner reviews case for completeness and sends to referral agencies for comments. Case
planner contacts applicant and sets up a site visit. Staff reviews application to determine if
it meets standards of review. Case planner makes a recommendation of approval, approval
with conditions, or denial to the appropriate hearing body.
Disclaimer
The foregoing summary is advisory in nature only and is not binding on the County. The
summary is based on current zoning, which is subject to change in the future, and upon
factual representations that may or may not be accurate. This summary does not create a
legal or vested right.
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Pond 10 Water Impoundment and Storage Site
OXY USA WTP LP
Limited Impact Review Application Narrative
OXY USA WTP LP (OXY) is pursuing a Limited Impact Review (LIR) in Garfield County for the
development of a water storage pond, the Pond 10. The proposed site will be located on private
property, owned by OXY USA WTP LP, approximately 12 miles north of DeBeque, Colorado. The site
will be defined as a Water Impoundment with storage as an accessory use. The facility's main
function will be to store produced water in a location centralized to OXY's production field.
1.1 Description
The purpose of the proposed Pond 10 site is to increase efficiency in the transportation and use of
produced water within the OXY Cascade Creek field. The proposed water impoundment site will
reduce overall heavy traffic on county roads by allowing vehicles to transport produce water to a
pond within OXYs property. The parcel is currently owned by OXY USA WTP LP.
Pond 10 will eliminate the need to transport fresh water for natural gas extraction and the
transportation of produced water to a disposal facility. The produced water will have several
stages of treatment prior to storage at the proposed Pond 10 facility. When a natural gas well is
drilled, water from the drilled formation is extracted along with the natural gas and classified as
produced water. The produced water will contain natural gas and other products and must be
treated by a separation process on the well pad. 2- and 3-phase separators will initially treat the
produced water by gravity separation and skimming inside storage tanks. After the separation
phase, the produced water is transported in a water hauling truck or pipeline to the centralized
water facility. The Central Water Handling Facility, OXY's centralized water facility treats the
produced water to remove additional solids and oil. Once the produced water has been treated it
will be transported to the Pond 10 water impoundment site for storage. The water will be stored
until it is required for completions activities. Anticipated completion activities will take
approximately 5 days to complete. OXY will be the sole operator and user of the subject site.
Oxy will install a loading/unloading station (or equivalent delivery/retrieval system) next to the
multi-well/production pit, to deliver fluids or to remove fluids from the pit by truck. The
loading/unloading station shall be designed and utilized to prevent hoses from being dropped into
the pits and dragged over the liner, which could lead to liner damage. The loading/unloading
station will be the only permitted access for manual fluids transfers to or from the pit. Vehicles will
not be allowed to approach the pit any closer than the loading/unloading station. Each station will
have a catch basin in case a leak occurs while operations personnel are connecting or disconnecting
hoses. Signs clearly marking the truck loading/unloading station shall be provided and maintained
by the operator.
Pond 10 will be 1.47 acres and have a storage capacity of 90,000 barrels. Hydrocarbons on the fluid
surface of the Facility will be removed and recovered within 24 hours of discovery. Recovered oil
will be stored in oil tanks which will go to market for sale, while solids separated from the
produced water will be disposed of in accordance with applicable COGCC regulations.
Safety containment systems for Pond 10 include a geosynthetic clay liner, a double 60 -mil HDPE
liner system with sandwiched geonet and two site wells to check for seepage through the primary
liner. The pump pad adjacent to the south edge of Pond 10 will consist of a concrete pad with an
exterior lip to ensure containment in case of spills.
Application Narrative
Garfield County Limited Impact Review, 2014
Page 1 of 5
OXY USA WTP LP
Pond 10
The Pond 10 site has been designed to mitigate potential risks to wildlife. Mitigations efforts
include netting and fencing. Netting would exclude birds from entering the produced water storage
impoundment and would eliminate the harming of birds protected under the Migratory Bird
Protection Act. Fencing, specifically a chain link fence with 1 foot below grade and 2 feet above
grade mesh prevent both large mammals (including game species) and small mammals from
entering the produced water storage impoundment. The Environmental Impact Assessment is
located in the Impact Analysis tab. The Wildlife Habitat Report for the water impoundment use is
located in the Standards tab.
The site location was previously developed as a water impoundment site. Two ponds were located
on the site and will be removed prior to the installation of Pond 10. Pumps, natural gas generator,
and other use specific equipment exist on site. The subject application includes previously installed
equipment and structures that were previously unaddressed to bring the site into compliance with
the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code. The As -Built figure is located in the Maps and
Plans tab.
The Pond 10 will not require personnel to be staffed at the site on a regular basis. Personnel will
only be on-site during completions of a well and access the site for transportation of the produced
water. A copy of the Emergency Response Plan is provided in the Maps and Plans Tab. Certifications
of training can be provided upon request.
The subject site will be permitted as a Centralized E&P Waste Management Facility under Colorado
Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules 908. Currently a Form 15 and Form 2A has
been submitted to the COGCC. Copies of the COGCC applications are provided in the Supporting
Documents tab.
The site will be inspected regularly to identify potential conditions that could cause a release. To
monitor for impacts to the subsurface at the Pond 10, three site-specific monitoring wells will be
installed, two monitoring wells will be installed down gradient and one installed up -gradient. The
location and sampling plan of the monitoring wells will be determined once the COGCC has
reviewed the Form 28. The monitoring wells will be installed at least 20 feet below ground
surface. These wells will be monitored to detect possible releases from the water impoundment
operations.
Proposed storage sites, an accessory to the subject application, will be located within the perimeter
of the subject site. Storage site locations are identified on the Site Plan, provided in the Maps and
Plans tab. Three storage sites are proposed, with Storage Site 3 strictly for the use of the proposed
water impoundment. The two additional storage sites, north of the pond, are proposed for
additional storage sites for the Cascade Field. Details and standards for the proposed storages sites
are located in the Storage tab.
A majority of the site was previously graded and developed. The site is located within the 7732 acre
parcel. An access road to the site location is maintained and owned by OXY. Access roads details are
located in the Standards tab. A site plan is located in the Maps and Plans tab.
The construction phase will be approximately 13 weeks for the site grading and construction of the
water impoundment pond. Average daily traffic during this construction period will be eight
vehicles. Approximately 5 percent of these vehicles will consist of large trucks.
Application Narrative
Garfield County Limited Impact Review, 2014 Page 2 of 5
OXY USA WTP LP
Pond 10
The traffic report determined that the increase in traffic is negligible and no significant
improvements to the county roads are warranted. The site will generate 4-14 vehicles on average
per daily, 33% of vehicles are classified as trucks. A traffic report is located in the Impact Analysis
tab and the access route figure is located in the Maps and Plans tab.
OXY will obtain all necessary permits (building, electrical, etc.) from the Garfield County Building
and Planning Department as required before the start of any future construction activities at the
Pond 10 site.
1.2 Purpose and Need
The proposed water impoundment site will result in improved efficiency in transportation and use
of produced water. The proposed site is located on OXY's property and within the Cascade Creek
field. Pond 10 will support existing wells in the Cascade Creek field and the completion of future
wells on Cascade Creek acreage for the Mesa, Valley, and Logan Wash areas. The Pond 10 site is
critical to OXY's ability to produce natural gas in Garfield County.
Facilities and Equipment Summary
The following section summarizes the structures and equipment that are currently existing and
proposed for the subject site.
Existing:
-Natural Gas Fueled Generator with Building
-Two Water Storage Ponds (to be removed prior to installation of proposed Pond 10)
-Pipe Assembly
-Pump Pad (To be relocated on-site)
-2 inch Pipe Metal Fencing
- Two Graded storage areas
-Storage #1 (270 ft X 103 ft)
-Storage #2 (202 ft X 111 ft)
The As -Built figure is located in the Maps and Plans tab.
Proposed:
-Water Impoundment Pond (308 ft X 216 ft, 63,897 square feet), with liners
-8 foot Fencing with attached meshing
-Bird Netting
-Storage Area #3 (279 ft X 44 ft)
The water impoundment site plan is provided in the Maps and Plans Tab.
1.4 Location
The proposed Pond 10 site plan is designed to be approximately 9. 836 acres and will be southerly
located on parcel 2169-214-00-026, the Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest Y4 of Section 5, Township 7
South, Range 97 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, Garfield County. The subject parcel is
approximately 7732 acres. OXY USA WTP LP, the applicant, is the owner of the property. OXY is the
sole owner of mineral rights for the subject parcel. A complete of list of mineral owners is located in
the Impact Analysis tab. The Garfield County Assessors map, legal description, surface use
Application Narrative
Garfield County Limited Impact Review, 2014 Page 3 of 5
OXY USA WTP LP
Pond 10
agreement, and the deed for the property are provided in the Impact Analysis Tab. The subject
parcel is zoned resource lands -gentle slopes. All adjacent parcels are zoned resource lands or public
lands.
1.5 Section 4-202 Waiver of Submission Requirements
Section 4-203 J. Development Agreement
OXY requests a waiver for the Development Plan, Section 4-203(1) of the Garfield County Land Use
and Development Code. The proposed site is an industrial use and will solely be owned by the
applicant. The Development Agreement is not applicahle to the proposed site because the applicant
does not seek to enter into a development agreement.
Section 4-203 K. Improvement Agreement
Oxy requests a waiver for the Improvement Agreement, Section 4-203(K) of the Garfield County
Land Use and Development Code. The site will not require the installation of public utilities nor will
increase demands on public facilities. The site location is remote and is currently used for oil and
gas activities. The Improvement Agreement is not applicable to the proposed site because the
remote location will not require the installation or improvements of public facilities.
1.6 Section 4-118 Waiver of Standards
Section 7-101 Zone District Dimensions
Oxy requests a waiver for the Zone District Use Regulations of the General Use Standards, Section 7-
101 of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code. The waiver is for the Side Setback
Standard of the Resource Lands -Gentle Slopes Zone District, Section 3-201 of the Garfield County
Land Use and Development Code. The proposed site does not meet the requirement of 10 feet from
the adjacent property boundary. The proposed site is located on the Applicant's property and on
the adjacent parcel owned by 1010 Properties (JOJO). A Surface Use Agreement (SUA) is established
for the IMO parcel and the Savage Limited Partners (LP) parcel located south of the site location.
Site features located on the adjacent parcel are drainage and stormwater controls that are required
for proper mitigation of surface water and to minimize impacts to the adjacent parcels. A SUA was
established with Savage (LP) to included tract 39, located South of Applicant parcel. Part of the
Tract 39 is now owned by1010. The SUA was established under Savage (LP) prior to the
transaction. The SUA remains in effect for the JOJO Properties parcel. The Savage SUA and Special
Warrant Deed are located in the Impact Analysis tab. The J010 and Savage parcels are zoned
resource lands and natural gas activities are currently located on both parcels. Oxy currently has
stormwater mitigations features located on the Savage and J0J0 properties. Oxy currently
maintains access roads located on the J0J0 parcel. The nearest residence is located approximately
2000 feet to the South on the Savage property. The figure in the Noise Analysis shows the location
of the nearest residence. The residence will not incur any impacts from noise and is screened by the
natural topography. The Site Plan, showing the Savage property, is located in the Maps and Plans
tab.
Section 7-1001 B. Setbacks of the Industrial Use Standards
Oxy requests a waiver for the Setback Standard of the Industrial Uses Standards, Section 7-1001 (B)
of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code. The proposed site is 10 feet from the
adjacent property to the south, the 1010 property. The J0J0 and Savage parcels are zoned resource
lands and natural gas activities are currently located on the parcels. Oxy has an established SUA
with the J0J0 and Savage parcels. Documents are located in the Impact Analysis tah. Oxy currently
has stormwater mitigations features located on the J0J0 and Savage properties. The nearest
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residence is located approximately 2000 feet to the South on the Savage property. The figure in the
Noise Analysis shows the location of the nearest residence. The residence will not incur any impacts
from noise and is screened by the natural topography. The Site Plan, showing J0J0 and Savage
properties, is located in the Maps and PIans tab.
Section 7-1001 D (3) Storage of the Industrial Use Standards
A waiver is being pursued for Standard 7-1001 D. 3. of the Garfield County LUDC, which states
storage "Shall be a minimum of 100 feet from an adjacent property !!ne."Three storage sites are
proposed for the site. Storage areas #1 and #2 will be located more than 100 feet from adjacent
property line. Storage Area #3 is less than 100 feet from the adjacent parcel to the south. Storage
Area #3 is approximately 32.5 feet from the J0J0 parcel. The applicant has an established SUA with
the J0J0 and Savage properties. Natural gas facilities exist on the adjacent 1010 and Savage
properties and Oxy (the Application) has stormwater features located on the adjacent parcels. The
Savage SUA and Special Warranty Deed are located in the Impact Analysis tab. The Site Plan
detailing Storage Area dimensions is provided in the Maps and Plans tab.
Application Narrative
Garfield County Limited Impact Review, 2014 Page 5 of 5
OXY USA WTP LP
Pond 10
Maps and Plans Tab
Table of Contents
1. Garfield County Location Map
2. Vicinity Map
3. Zoning Map
4. Site Plan (Provided on 24X36 inch Sheet)
5. As -Built Figure
6. Engineering Drawings
7. Surveyor Plat
8. Legal Description
9. Generator Engineering Design Plans
10. Fencing Drawings
11. Storage Area Figure
12. Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure Plan
13. Emergency Response Plan
14. Water Supply and Management Plan
15. Wastewater Management and System Plan
Maps and Plans - Table of Contents
Garfield County Limited Impact Review, 2014 Page 1 of 1
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Spill Prevention Control and
Countermeasure Plan
Cascade Creek and Collbran
Operational Areas
Mesa and Garfield Counties, Colorado
Prepared for:
OXY USA WTP LP and OXY USA Inc.
Mid -Continent Business Unit — Piceance Asset
760 Horizon Drive Suite 101
Grand Junction, CO 81506
Prepared November 2011
Format Updated February 2013
Spill Prevention, Control and
Countermeasure Plan
Cascade Creek and Collbran
Operational Areas
Mesa and Garfield Counties, Colorado
Date of Plan: November 11, 2011
Designated person(s) accountable for spill prevention:
Chris Clark, Operations Manager, (970) 263-3607
Oxy SPCC Plan — Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas Review Page 1
Revision Date 2/12/2013 Issued 9/29/2011
SPILL PREVENTION, CONTROL AND COUNTERMEASURE PLAN
REVIEW AND AMENDMENT
In accordance with 40 CFR, Part 112.5, this SPCC Plan will be amended when there is a
change in the facility design, construction, operation, or maintenance that materially
affects its potential for a discharge. The amendment will occur within six months of the
change. To aid in ensuring that amendments are made within the required timeframe, the
SPCC Plan will be reviewed semi-annually for changes by Oxy's Regulatory
Department. The Regulatory Department will use the Facility Change Guidance
Document (Appendix I) to aid in determining which field changes require a technical
amendment of the Plan. Any and all modifications to the SPCC Plan text, tables, figures,
attachments, and appendices shall be documented on the Document
Revision/Amendment Log in Attachment 1. Each revised sheet shall be noted with the
revision number and revision date. All technical (non -administrative) modifications shall
be reviewed and approved by a Colorado registered Professional Engineer.
In accordance with 40 CFR, Part 112.4, this SPCC Plan must also be amended following
a discharge (per 40 CFR Part 112.1(b) and Part 110), of more than 1000 gallons of oil in
a single discharge event, or more than 42 gallons of oil in each of two (2) discharges
occurring within a 12 -month period. Oxy's Health, Environmental, and Safety (HES)
Department handles spill response and reporting associated with Oxy's Cascade Creek
and Collbran operating areas. When an unauthorized discharge of greater than 1,000
gallons (23.8 barrels) of oil in a single discharge event occurs, or more than 42 gallons (1
barrel) in each of two (2) discharges occurs within a 12 -month period, the HES
Department shall notify the Regulatory Department to initiate a review of the release to
determine if the release or releases meet the description of a "discharge" as provided in
40 CFR Part 112.1(b) and Part 110 and amend the SPCC Plan as necessary. Resulting
amendments will address potential design flaws, engineering controls, or implementation
of new best management practices to reduce the potential for similar discharges. Any
amendments that are performed in accordance with these requirements will be
documented on the Document Revision/Amendment Log (Attachment 1).
Additionally, an amendment to the Plan may also be required by the EPA Regional
Administrator following such a discharge(s). Any amendments that are performed in
accordance with these requirements will be documented on the Document
Revision/Amendment Log (Attachment 1). Any technical amendment of this Plan shall
be certified by a Professional Engineer registered in the state of Colorado.
Five -Year SPCC Plan Review
A complete review and evaluation of this SPCC Plan will occur at least once every five
years from the initial certification date. As a result of this review and evaluation, Oxy
will amend the SPCC Plan within six months of the review date to include more effective
prevention and control technology if: (1) such technology will significantly reduce the
likelihood of a spill event from a facility; and (2) if such technology has been field -
proven at the time of review. Any amendment will be implemented as soon as possible
but in no case later than six months after preparation of the amendment. Any technical
amendment of this Plan shall be certified by a Professional Engineer registered in the
Oxy SPCC Plan -- Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas Review Page 2
Revision Date 2/12/2013 Issued 9/2912011
state of Colorado. The Oxy Operations Manager shall review the proposed amendments
and sign the Five -Year SPCC Plan Review Amendment Log below.
1 have completed a review and evaluation of the SPCC Plan for the Cascade Creek and
Collbran Operational Areas on the date indicated below and will or will not amend the
Plan as a result of that review:
Five -Year SPCC Plan Review Amendment Log
Review Date Name & Signature Will Plan be
Amended?
Amendment Summary
Oxy SPCC Plan — Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas Review Page 3
Revision Date 2/12/2013 Issued 9/29/2011
MANAGEMENT APPROVAL
OXY USA WTP LP and OXY USA Inc. agrees to provide the manpower, equipment and
materials required to expeditiously control and remove any quantity of oil discharge that
may be harmful. I approve this SPCC Plan and expect all employees and contractors to
abide by the provisions in the Plan. I certify that the provisions in this SPCC Plan are
being fully implemented.
Management Representative:
Title:
Signature:
Date:
Oxy SPCC Plan -- Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas Approval Page 1
Revision Date 2/12/2013 Issued 9/29/2011
Table of Contents
1.0 Overview and Organization of Plan 6
2.0 Owner/Operator Contact Information 8
3.0 Operational Overview 8
3.1 Facility Descriptions and Diagrams 9
3.2 Portable and Temporary Equipment 10
4.0 Facility Layouts and Predictions for Spill Flow 10
4.1 Aboveground Storage Containers and Flow-through Process Vessels 11
4.2 Portable and Temporary Tanks 11
4.3 Pits and Ponds 12
4.4 Pipelines 12
4.5 Loading/Unloading Operations 13
5.0 Containment and/or Diversionary Structures 13
5.1 Secondary Containment Specifications 14
5.2 Flowlines and Intra -facility Gathering Lines 16
5.3 Containment Requirements for High Density Areas 16
6.0 Container and Equipment Installation and Construction 17
6.1 Fire Prevention Measures 17
7.0 Inspections, Testing and Maintenance 17
7.1 Bulk Storage Container Inspection, Testing and Maintenance 18
7.1.1 Produced Water Container Maintenance 19
7.1.2 Field -constructed Aboveground Container Maintenance 20
7.2 Portable and Temporary Container Inspection, Testing and Maintenance 20
7.3 Flow-through Process Vessel Inspection and Testing 20
7.4 Oil -filled Operational Equipment Inspection, Testing and Maintenance 21
7.5 Transfer Piping Inspection, Testing and Maintenance 21
7.5.1 Pipeline Inspection and Monitoring 22
7.5.2 Pipeline Testing and Maintenance 22
7.6 Pit and Pond Inspection and Maintenance 24
7.7 Saltwater Disposal Facilities Inspections 28
7.8 Field Drainage System Inspections 25
7.9 Recordkeeping 25
8.0 Discharge Prevention 25
8.1 Facility Oil Transfer Procedures 26
8.2 Spill Prevention Accountability 26
8.3 Tank Battery Design 26
8.4 Facility Loading/Unloading Operations 27
8.5 Facility Drainage 27
8.6 Oil Drilling and Workover Facilities 27
9.0 Oil Spill Control and Countermeasures 28
9.1 Contact & Reporting Information For Discharges 28
9.2 Discharge Reporting Requirements 29
10.0 SPCC Training Program 32
10.1 Oil -handling Personnel Training 32
10.2 Spill Prevention Briefings 33
10.3 Training Documentation and Records 33
11.0 Conformance with State and Federal Oil Pollution Prevention Regulations 33
Oxy SPCC Plan - Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas SPCC Page 1
Revision Date 2/12/2013 Issued 9/29/2011
Tables
Table 4,1
Table 4.2
Figures
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 7
Attachments
Attachment 1
Attachment 2
Attachment 3
Appendices
Appendix A
Appendix B
Appendix C
Appendix D
Appendix E
Appendix F
Appendix G
Appendix H
Appendix I
List of Acronyms
API
ASC
Bbl/bbls
BMPs
ERP
FD
FOS
MI
NFPA
OSCP
OSHA
Oxy
PPE
SWD
SPCC
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AST and Flow-through Process Vessel Failure Modes
Portable and Temporary Tank Failure Modes
Vicinity Map of Oxy's Operational Areas
Sites within the Mesa Production Area
Sites within the Valley Production Area
Sites within the Logan Wash Production Area
Sites within the Brush Creek Production Area
Sites within the East Plateau Production Area
Sites within the Hell's Gulch Production Area
Document Revision/Amendment Log
Secondary Containment Calculations Spreadsheets
Facility Overview Sheets, Facility Diagrams, Substantial Harm
Checklist and Facility PE Certification
Contact Lists and Emergency Response Procedure
Inspection, Maintenance and Testing Protocols
Oxy Exhibit A
List of Facilities Utilizing 3 -Phase Separators
Loading/Unloading Procedures
Oil Spill Contingency Plan
Emergency Response Plan
Regulation Citations
Facility Change Guidance Document
American Petroleum Institute
Aboveground Storage Container
Barrel/barrels
Best Management Practices
Emergency Response Plan
Facility Diagram
Facility Overview Sheet
Mechanical Integrity
National Fire Protection Association
Oil Spill Contingency Plan
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OXY USA WTP LP and OXY USA Inc.
Personal Protection Equipment
Saltwater Disposal Facilities
Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure
Underwriter's Laboratory
Underground Storage Tank
Oxy SPCC Plan — Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas SPCC Page 2
Revision Date 2/12/2013 Issued 9/29/2011
Cross Reference
40 Code of
Federal
Regulations
(CFR) Part
Requirement
SPCC Plan
Section
Review Pg 2
112.3 (a)(1)
Amend Plan as necessary per updated regulations
112.3 (b)
Amend Plan if a new oil production facility becomes operational
Review Pg 2
112.3 (d)
Professional Engineer certification
ATT 3
112.3 (e)
Maintain a copy of Plan at required facilities
2.0
112,4
Report certain discharges to EPA
Review Pg. 2,
9.2
112.5 (a)
Amend Plan following significant changes to the facility
Review Pg 2
112.5 (b)
Review Plan at least every five years and amend if appropriate
Review Pg 2
112,5 (c)
Professional Engineer review of technical amendments
Review Pg 2
112.7
Management approval of Plan
Approval Pg 1
112.7
Provide a cross reference matrix to regulations
Cross
Reference
112.7
Discuss needed facilities, equipment, or procedures not yet operational in
separate paragraphs
5.1
112.7 (a)(1)
Discussion of facility conformance with the regulations
1 1.0
112.7 (a)(2)
Equivalent environmental protection is allowed for deviations from
portions of regulations, Reasons for non conformance must be stated
11,0
112.7 (a)(3)
Describe the physical layout of the facility. Provide a facility diagram
including tanks, underground tanks, storage areas for mobile containers,
produced water containers, associated piping, transfer stations,
connecting pipes and intra -facility gathering lines
3.1, FOSs,
FDs (ATT 3)
112.7 (a)(3)(i)
Plan must include type of oil in each container and capacity of each
container
3.1, 3.2, FOSs,
FDs (ATT 3)
112.7 (a)(3)(ii)
Discharge prevention measures including procedures for oil handling at
loading/unloading areas
8.1
112.7 (a)(3)(iii)
Drainage control around containers and other equipment
5.0
112.7 (a)(3)(iv)
Countermeasures for discharge discovery, response and cleanup
9.0, APP F
112.7 (a)(3)(v)
Methods of disposal of recovered materials
9.0, APP F
112.7 (a)(3)(vi)
Contact list including phone numbers
9.1, APP A
112.7 (a)(4)
Discharge reporting procedures, information to be included
9.2
112.7 (a)(5)
Organize Plan to make it useful in an emergency
9.1
112.7 (b)
Provide an equipment failure analysis including sources, quantity,
direction, and rate of flow
4.0
112.7 (c)
General secondary containment requirement (typical failure mode and
most likely quantity) for areas from which a discharge could occur by at
least one of eight specified measures
5.0
112.7 (d)
If necessary provide an explanation of impracticability of secondary
containment, conduct periodic integrity testing of containers and
periodic integrity and leak testing of valves and piping
1 1.0
112.7 (d)(1)
For impracticability, provide an oil spill contingency Plan per part 109
11.0, APP F
112.7 (d)(2)
For impracticability, provide written commitment of manpower,
equipment, and materials
Approval Pg 1
Oxy SPCC Plan - Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas
Revision Date 2112/2013 Issued 9/29/2011
SPCC Page 3
40 Code of
Federal
Regu lations
(CFR) Part
112.7 (e)
Re uirement
Written procedures for inspections and tests
SPCC Plan
Section
7.0. APP B
112.7 (e)
Records of inspections must be signed and kept with Plan for three years
7.9
112.7 (0(1)
Train oil handling personnel
10.1
112.7 (0(2)
Designate an individual accountable for discharge prevention
8.2
112.7 (0(3)
Conduct an annual discharge prevention briefing
10.2
112.7 (g)
Security (oil production facilities excluded)
N/A
112.7 (h)(1)
Provide sized secondary containment (largest compartment on tanker) for
loading/unloading racks
8.4
112.7 (h (2)
Provide systems to prevent truck departure before disconnection
8.4, APP E
112.7 (h)(3)
Inspect truck prior to filling and departure
8.4, APP E
112.7 (i)
Evaluate field constructed containers for brittle fracture failure when
containers are altered or repaired
7.1.2
112.7 (j)
Compliance with State requirements
1 1.0
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Qualified oil -filled operational equipment - alternative to general
secondary containment requirements
7.4
112.7 (k)(2)(i)
If no secondary containment, prepare inspection procedures or
monitoring program
7.4
112.7 (k)(2)(ii)
If no secondary containment, provide an oil spill contingency Plan per
part 109
7.4, APP F
112.7 (k)(2)(ii)
If no secondary containment, provide written commitment of resources
7.4, Approval
Pg 1
112.9 (b)(1)
Oil production facility drains of dikes must be kept closed. Inspect diked
areas before draining water and remove accumulated oil
8.5
112.9 (b)(2)
Inspect field drainage systems, oil traps, sumps or skimmers for oil and
remove accumulated oil
7.8
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112.9 (c)(1)
Material and construction of containers must be compatible with stored
material and conditions of storage
6.0
112.9 (c)(2)
Provide sized secondary containment (capacity of largest container plus
precipitation) for tank battery, separation, and treating facility
installations
5.1
112.9 (c)(2)
Confine drainage from undiked areas to catchment basin or holding pond
5.0
112.9 (c)(3)
Visually inspect containers, foundations, and supports periodically and
on a regular schedule
7.0, APP B
112.9 (c)(4)
Engineer tank batteries to prevent discharges with one of the following
features:
8.3
112.9 (c)(4)(i)
Provide adequate tank capacity to prevent overfilling, or
8.3
112.9 (c)(4(ii))
Provide overflow equalizing lines between containers, or
8.3
112.9 (c)(4(iii))
Provide vacuum protection to prevent collapse, or
8.3
112,9 (c)(4)(iv)
Provide high level sensors
8.3
112.9 (c)(5)
Alternative to sized secondary containment for some flow through
process vessels
7.3
112.9(c)(5)(i)
Periodically and regularly inspect and/or test flow through process
vessels and associated components
7.3
112.9(c)(5)(ii)
Take corrective action as indicated by inspections or tests or evidence of
oil
7.0
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40 Code of
Federal
Regulations
(CFR) Part
1129(c)t5)(iii
)
Re uirement
Remove or stabilize and remediate any accumulation of oil
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Section
7.0
112.9 (c)(6)
Alternative to sized secondary containment for some produced water
containers
5.1, 7.1.1
112.9 (c)(6)(i)
Implement a procedure to remove free -phase surface oil. Include written
procedures, frequency, amount of oil expected inside container, and a PE
certification. Maintain records of these activities.
7.1.1
112.9 (c)(6)(ii)
On a regular schedule visually inspect and/or test produced water
containers and associated piping
7.1. I
112.9 (c)(6)(iii)
Take corrective action as indicated by inspections or tests or
accumulation of oil
7.0
112.9 (c)(6)(iv)
Promptly remove or stabilize and remediate accumulation of oil
7.0
112.9 (d)(1)
Periodically and regularly inspect aboveground valves, piping, drip pans,
supports, and pumps associated with transfer operations
Inspect salt water disposal facilities
7.0
7.7
112.9 (d)(2)
112.9 (d)(3)
For flowlines and intra -facility gathering lines without secondary
containment provide:
5.2
112.9 (d)(3)(i)
Oil spill contingency per Part 109 and
5.2, APP F
112.9 (d)(3)(ii)
Written commitment of resources
5.2, Approval
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112.9(d)(4)
Prepare and implement a flowline maintenance program including:
7.5.1, 7.5.2
1129(d)(4)(i)
Ensure materials are compatible with fluids
7.5.1, 7.5.2
112.9(d)(4)(ii)
Visually inspect or test flowlines and intra -facility gathering lines on a
regular and periodic schedule. For lines not having secondary
containment the frequency and type of testing must allow for prompt
implementation of the contingency Plan.
7.5.1, 7.5.2
112.9(d)(4)(iii)
Take corrective action as a result of inspections, tests, or evidence of a
discharge
7.0
112.9(d)(4)(iv)
Promptly remove or stabilize and remediate oil discharges '7.0
112.10
Requirements for onshore oil drilling and workover facilities which are
responsible for providing a site-specific SPCC Plan
8.6
112.20 (e)
112.20(0(1)
Certification of the applicability of substantial harm criteria
ATT 3
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Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan
Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas
Mesa and Garfield Counties, Colorado
1.0 Overview and Organization of Plan
This Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan has been prepared for
the OXY USA WTP LP and OXY USA Inc. (Oxy) natural gas production facilities
identified in Attachment 2 of this Plan and located in Oxy's Cascade Creek and Collbran
Operational Areas (in the Mid -Continent Business Unit Piceance Asset). The Plan has
been prepared in accordance with the requirements established in 40 CFR Part 1 12 — Oil
Pollution Prevention regulations, Parts 112.1 through 112.7, 112.9, 112.10 and 112.20.
Where applicable, the regulatory citation has been provided at the beginning of each
section containing information regarding compliance with the regulation. Excerpts from
the cited regulations have been provided in Appendix H of this Plan. In some cases the
regulatory language was paraphrased for clarity. Oxy's SPCC Plan is living document,
and as such, the Plan should be reviewed by Oxy's Regulatory, Operations, Facilities,
and HES Departments regularly.
The following presents an overview of the remaining sections of this SPCC Plan:
Section 2 identifies the owner and operator of the regulated facilities, including company
contact information; discusses distribution of the Plan and provides an overview of Oxy's
operations in the areas.
Section 3 provides an overview of area operations and equipment.
Section 4 describes the physical location of the operating areas, and references the
individual facility diagrams that describe the physical layout of each facility managed
under the scope of this Plan.
Section 5 explains the containment and diversionary structures or equipment used at the
facilities to prevent discharged oil from reaching navigable waters.
Section 6 discusses requirements for the construction of containers and equipment.
Section 7 describes the inspections, tests, maintenance and records conducted at the
facility to ensure compliance with applicable SPCC requirements.
Section 8 discusses discharge prevention measures.
Section 9 provides information regarding oil spill control and countermeasures.
Section 10 describes spill prevention training, including personnel training and spill
prevention briefings.
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Section 11 discusses the facility's overall conformance with state and federal SPCC
requirements, any planned corrective actions, ,and environmental protection measures
being implemented in the interim.
Figures 1— 7 are maps identifying the areas of operation included in this Plan.
Attachment 1 contains the Document Revision/Amendment Log. This log is used to
track revisions and amendments that are made to the SPCC Plan. Any and all
modifications to the SPCC Plan text, tables, figures, attachments, and appendices shall be
documented in this section.
Attachment 2 contains the worksheet used to calculate the secondary containment
capacity at each individual facility. The worksheet may be used to aid in evaluating
changes in site conditions and in determining whether or not the capacity of an individual
containment unit is sufficient during inspections.
Attachment 3 contains a listing of facilities managed under the scope of this Plan and an
information sheet for each facility that depicts the layout of the facility and provides
required facility -specific information. Also included in this attachment are the
Substantial harm Criteria Checklist and PE Certification for each facility.
Appendix A outlines contact information for Oxy emergency response personnel and
other emergency contacts identified within the operational areas.
Appendix B contains inspection, testing and maintenance documents and information.
Appendix C contains Oxy's Exhibit A form to be utilized for documentation purposes in
the event of a release.
Appendix D contains the list of facilities utilizing 3-phase separators.
Appendix E contains loading/unloading procedures and an example of the types of
warning signs found at each facility.
Appendix F contains a copy of the Oil Spill Contingency Plan that has been developed
for the facilities managed under the scope of this Plan.
Appendix G contains a copy of the Oxy Emergency Response Plan for the Piceance
Asset.
Appendix H provides excerpts from the regulations cited in the Plan.
Appendix I contains the Facility Change Guidance Document. This document provides
guidelines for managing SPCC facility changes.
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2.0 Owner/Operator Contact Information
40 CFR 112.3(e)
Oxy owns and operates the facilities being managed under the scope of this Plan. The
Oxy field office located in Grand Junction, Colorado serves as the support office for the
Piceance, Mid -Continent Business Unit. General contact information for the Grand
Junction office is provided below. Contact information for key Oxy operations personnel
working in the Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas is included in Appendix
A.
OXY USA WTP LP and OXY USA Inc.
760 Horizon Drive, Suite 101
Grand Junction, CO 81506
970-263-3600
A copy of this SPCC Plan is maintained at each of the offices identified below. Each of the
offices is normally attended at least four hours per day and serves as the nearest field office
for nearby facilities that are not so attended. The Plan is available for onsite review during
normal business hours. Hard copies of the Plan have been numbered for document control
purposes to ensure that revisions are made to each copy in circulation. Copies that are not
numbered will not be considered complete or current and should not be referenced.
The master copy (original) of this Plan is maintained at the Grand Junction field office and
is the version with which records of inspections and tests are maintained, in accordance with
Section 7.8 of this Plan.
I. Grand Junction Office (master & e -copy)
2. Cascade Creek Field Office (copy)
3. Brush Creek Field Office (copy)
4. Conn Creek Compression Facility (copy)
5. East Plateau Compressor Station (copy)
6. Alkali Creek Compressor Station (copy)
3.0 Operational Overview
Oxy owns and operates natural gas exploration and production operations in the Cascade
Creek and Collbran Operational Areas located in the Piceance Basin in western Colorado.
The two areas cover approximately 129,000 net acres and include more than 500
production wells and associated production facilities. The Collbran Operational Area is
divided into the Brush Creek, East Plateau, and Hell's Gulch Production Areas, while the
Cascade Creek Operational Area is comprised of the Mesa, Valley, and Logan Wash
Production Areas. Figure 1 depicts the two operational areas.
In each area, natural gas extraction pads contain wells that operate continuously,
producing a stream containing gaseous and liquid phases. The gaseous and liquid phases
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are processed through a two- or three-phase heated separator located at the extraction pad
where they are physically separated. The gaseous phase is transferred via underground
piping to a central compression facility for distribution and sales. The extracted liquid
fraction contains a mixture of water and petroleum products (i.e., oil). The mixture is
further separated into a condensate fraction containing more oil and a smaller fraction of
water and a produced water fraction, composed of primarily water with a minor amount
of oil. Tri -ethylene glycol dehydration units may be utilized to reduce and/or eliminate
excess fluids in the stream (well pad facilities). Tri -ethylene glycol dehydration units are
utilized at the compression facilities. The condensate and produced water fractions are
piped to storage tanks located at the extraction pad. The condensate is then transferred
off-site for immediate sales or is transferred via piping or truck off-site to the Central
Water Handling Facility for treatment (i.e., additional water removal) and storage before
being transported off-site for sales.
From the extraction pad storage tanks, produced water is transferred via piping or truck to
the Cascade Creek Central Water Handling Facility, where the produced water is treated
by gravity separation for the removal of solids, allowing sufficient time for solids to settle
out before being transferred to an area storage pit for beneficial reuse or being shipped to
an injection well for disposal by Oxy. Products of the production water treatment process
may also be transferred to an off-site location for beneficial reuse or proper disposal.
Separated produced water may also be transferred from either the Collbran or Cascade
Creek Operational Areas via truck or pipeline to an injection facility where it is further
separated and filtered before being sent to an injection well for disposal via pipeline.
The individual natural gas production facilities managed under the scope of this Plan, as
identified in Attachment 3, are defined per 40 CFR 112 as oil production facilities. The
facilities are located in Mesa and Garfield Counties in western Colorado. The Brush
Creek, East Plateau, and the majority of the Hell's Gulch Production Areas are located in
Mesa County, while the Mesa, Valley, Logan Wash and a small portion of the Hell's
Gulch Production Area resides in Garfield County.
3.1 Facility Descriptions and Diagrams
40 CFR 112.7(a)(3), (a)(3)(i)
Figure 1 depicts the physical locations of the Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational
Areas, while Figures 2 — 7 identify the locations of individual oil production facilities
within each Production Area. All Oxy oil production facilities located within the
Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas are subject to the requirements of this
SPCC Plan. For each of the subject facilities, a facility overview sheet (FOS) and facility
diagram (FD) has been developed. The FOS identifies the location of the facility and
provides a written description of the physical layout of the individual facility, as well as a
list of containers, container contents, potential spill sources, and an assessment of
existing secondary containment structures. The FDs mark the location and contents of
each fixed oil storage container and the storage area where mobile or portable containers
may be located. In addition, the diagrams identify the location of all underground storage
tanks, transfer stations, connecting pipes, and intra -facility gathering lines. Current FOSs
and FDs are maintained in Attachment 3 of this Plan.
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3.2 Portable and Temporary Equipment
40 CFR 112.7(a)(3)(1)
Facilities may utilize portable/mobile and temporary containers to store 55 gallons or
more of an oil product or material. Such portable containers may be used to store fuels,
lubricating oils, condensate, produced water, etc. Estimated capacities for these
containers range from 55 gallons (e.g., hydraulic oil drum) to 500 bbls (e.g., frac tank).
Depending on the activity, there may be anywhere from 0 to 100 portable containers at a
facility at any given time.
4.0 Facility Layouts and Predictions for Spill Flow
40 CFR 112.70)
Where experience indicates a reasonable potential for equipment failure to occur (such as
a tank overflow, pipeline valve leak or rupture, tank leak, etc.), Oxy has performed an
analysis of the typical modes of each type of major failure as part of Oxy's Critical
Process Equipment annual review. This Critical Process Equipment review is performed
for each new facility or when an existing facility is modified. Included in the review are
predictions for the direction of flow, estimated rates of flow, and total quantity of oil that
could be discharged from the facility as a result of each major type of failure.
Oil spills are expected to be confined to a containment structure unless the failure occurs
outside of containment. If the discharged oil is outside of or moves beyond a
containment structure, the predicted direction of flow will follow the drainage patterns
described on the FOSs and depicted on the individual FDs located in Attachment 3.
Under a worst-case scenario, the total quantity of oil that may be discharged from each
container is anticipated to be the capacity of that container. Where containers are hard -
piped together at or near the bottoms of the tanks for equalization or other purposes, and
valves between the tanks are operated in an open position when unattended, the total
quantity of oil that may be discharged is estimated to be the total capacity of each
interconnected container. The FOS provides the volume of each container and notes any
interconnected containers. A discussion of the types of major equipment failures and
estimates for the anticipated rates of flow for each failure type is provided in the sections
below for Aboveground Storage Containers (ASCs), portable and temporary containers,
flow-through process vessels, pits/ponds, pipelines, and loading/unloading operations.
For pipelines and loading/unloading failures, an estimate of the total volume of oil that
could be released is also provided below.
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4.1 Aboveground Storage Containers (ASCs) and Flow-through
Process Vessels
The major failure modes for ASCs and their associated equipment include valve leaks,
tank overflow, and tank rupture. The rate of material flow from a storage tank due to a
leak or rupture will depend on the cause, size and location of the leak or rupture.
Experience indicates that ASC components are prone to fail at loading/unloading
connections, welds, flanged valve points, near the tank base when exposed to standing
water or when wet gravel/soil maintains contact with side walls, and when damaged (i.e.,
struck by lightning, heavy equipment, etc.). The rate of overflow from an ASC can also
vary depending on the rate of material flow into the tank at the time the tank capacity is
exceeded.
Flow-through process vessels utilized in the Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational
Areas include separators, pig launchers/receivers, knockout pots, pumps, filter pods, etc.
The major failure modes and estimated flow rates for flow-through process vessels mirror
those of ASCs for leaks or ruptures. Because flow-through process vessels are typically
fully enclosed, overflow is not considered a major failure mode for these units.
The following table provides estimated rates of flow in the event of an equipment failure.
Table 4.1 ASC and Flow-through Process Vessel Failure Modes
Failure Mode
Estimated Rate of Flow
Less than 1 bbl/day
Valve Leak — Minor
Valve Leak — Major
1 to 20 bbl/day
Rupture -- Minor
Up to 1 bbl/day
Rupture — Catastrophic
1500 bbl/day
Overflow*
1 to 2,600 bbl/day
Failure mode analysis and rate of flow estimated for ASCs only
4.2 Portable and Temporary Containers
Portable and temporary containers are subject to same major failure modes as ASCs.
Because these containers are generally present in areas of high activity and operators are
expected to closely monitor transfer operations, it is anticipated that the failure of a
portable or temporary container would be discovered and remedied in a timely manner.
As with ASCs, the rate of material flow from a portable or temporary container due to a
leak or rupture will vary according to the cause, size and location of the leak or rupture.
The estimated flow rates provided in Table 4.2 below are based on past experience.
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Table 4.2 Portable and Temporary Container Failure Modes
Failure Mode Estimated Rate of Flow
Valve Leak — Minor
Less than 1 bbl/day
Valve Leak — Major
40 to 250 bbl/day
Rupture — Minor
Up to 1 bbl/day
Rupture — Catastrophic
37,500 bbllday
Overflow
1 to 250 bbl/day
4.3 Pits and Ponds
Produced water may be stored within permitted pits or ponds located at facilities within
the Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas. Pits are generally utilized during
drilling and initial completions activities as reserve pits which may receive de minimus
amounts of hydrocarbons. Any oil encountered during initial drilling and completions are
managed in accordance with Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC)
regulations. Storage ponds are typically used to store filtered produced water containing
a limited amount of oil and are therefore managed under the scope of this Plan. Pits and
ponds currently managed under this SPCC Plan are identified on the FOS and FD
provided in Attachment 3.
The major failure mode associated with pits and ponds involves the failure of a primary
liner resulting in a release to the secondary liner or, where double liners are not used,
resulting in a release to the ground. Pits and ponds are typically provided with two high-
density polyethylene liners (a primary and secondary liner) or a high-density
polyethylene liner with a geocomposite underlayment layer. Oxy's largest storage pond
is also equipped with a leak detection system. The potential discharge rate of material
flow from a leaking liner may range from 1 to 10 bbl/day. Pits are typically monitored
through visual inspection. Ponds are monitored by a number of methods, including the
use of high level indicators networked to Oxy's SCADA system which provides real-time
fluid level data and periodic checks of the interstitial space between liners. These best
management practices (BMPs) should ensure that the volume of material likely to be
released from a pit before a leak or overflow is identified and corrected is minimal.
4.4 Pipelines
Major failure modes for pipelines include leaks and ruptures. The rate of material flow
from a pipeline due to a leak or rupture will depend on the size of the line, rate of flow of
material through the line, and the size, location and cause of the leak or rupture.
Experience indicates that pipelines are prone to fail at connections, welds, flanged valve
points, risers, and any sections of line with turbulent flow and/or differing pressures, such
as elbows, reductions, intersections, etc. The estimated rate of flow for a small -sized leak
is Tess than one bbl/min, while the rate of flow associated with the complete rupture of a
major transfer pipeline could be in excess of 100 bbl/min. The total amount that could be
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discharged in the event of a pipeline rupture will depend on the location and magnitude
of the failure and could exceed the maximum capacity of the largest container being
transferred (ranging from the smallest container volume to the largest, as identified in
Attachment 3).
4.5 Loading/Unloading Operations
At many of the facilities managed under the scope of this Plan, condensate and produced
water are transported to and from the site via tank truck. While loading, the potential
exists for the truck compartment to overflow, or the transfer hose to malfunction, break or
prematurely disconnect during the loading process. In addition, any volume of oil
remaining in the transfer hose may inadvertently be drained to the ground while
disconnecting from the truck. Although drip pans or loading buckets are provided for
truck and tank connections at each production facility, a spill may occur if the release is
not immediately controlled or the volume released exceeds the capacity of the drip pad or
bucket. The estimated rate of material flow resulting from an overflow or broken hose
component is based on the average pump loading rate and is anticipated to be 1 to 10
bbl/min. Should the leak, rupture, disconnection, etc. occur on a line open to the tank or
tank truck, the flow rate may be higher.
The total oil quantity that could be discharged will depend on the location and magnitude
of the failure. The total volume of oil that could be discharged from a failure at a tank
truck connection under a worst-case scenario is 110 bbl, the volume of the largest pump
truck utilized at facilities in the Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas. Should a
failure occur at or near a tank loading/unloading arm, the spilled oil would likely be
contained within the unit's secondary containment structure. However, some
loading/unloading connections reside outside the containment structure. In such cases the
total volume of oil that could be discharged is estimated to be the volume of the tank
being loaded or unloaded.
Because loading and unloading operations are continuously monitored by trucking
personnel, the total volume of oil released before the problem is identified and corrected
should be limited.
5.0 Containment and/or Diversionary Structures
40 CFR 112.7(a)(3)(iii), 112.7(c), 112.9(c)(2)
Containers and equipment used to store, process and/or transfer oil -containing materials
are considered to be primary containment for the oil. Examples of primary containers
used in the Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas include storage containers,
process vessels, transfer piping, pits/ponds, and portable/temporary containers and
equipment. SPCC regulations require that a secondary means of containment be
provided for primary containers to prevent a discharge of oil from reaching a waterway.
The secondary containment systems used at Oxy facilities include both active and passive
methods. Passive measures are permanent installations that don't require deployment,
such as berms, dikes, and permanent prefabricated units. Active measures such as the
placement of drip pans or sorbent materials may also be used.
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General secondary containment is typically achieved through utilization of berms and
walls sufficiently impervious to contain oil. The types of containment structures utilized
include earthen berms, concrete, metal and HESCO (steel wire mesh containers typically
filled with crushed rock/soil) containment structures constructed on-site, prefabricated
units such as bladder pods, and prefabricated polyethylene and metal containers (e.g.,
troughs, stock tanks). Oxy does not maintain bulk oil storage containers in
undiked/bermed areas.
The facility -specific information located in Attachments 2 and 3 of this Plan provide
details regarding the types and capacities of secondary containment structures in place at
each facility. The FDs depict the locations of secondary containment structures and the
general flow of surface drainage. The Secondary Containment Calculations Spreadsheet
included as Attachment 2 of this Plan provides detailed information regarding the
volume, dimensions, and adequacy of containments for individual containers.
5.1 Secondary Containment Specifications
40 CFR 112.9(c)(2) and (c)(6), COGCC 906.e(1), 604a.(4)
Secondary containment structures provided for containers and vessels holding
condensate, produced water, fuels, lubricating oils and other oil -containing materials are
required to hold, at a minimum, the contents of the largest container present inside the
containment area, plus (if exposed to the weather) enough freeboard to hold precipitation
from a significant storm event. The amount of freeboard for containment structures
located in the Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas was conservatively
calculated based on the 25 -year 24-hour storm event, which is 0.21 feet (Western US
Precipitation Frequency Maps http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/pcpnfreq.html).
Most of the facilities containing 3-phase separators contain multiple produced water
tanks that are hard -piped together for equalization purposes and to help prevent freezing
during the winter. Additionally some of the sites operate with 2 -phase separators that
also contain above ground equalization lines. While these facilities with equalization
lines are all located within secondary containment, the containment is generally not large
enough to hold the volume of all the tanks that are manifolded together. In these
instances, Oxy's oil management procedures will consist of removing recoverable oil
from produced water tanks not less than semi-annually. Oxy will draw down the
produced water tanks and remove recoverable oil prior to the onset of winter and then
again in the Spring. Based on operational history, the maximum amount of free -phase oil
expected to accumulate inside the container is 60 bbls (2,520 gallons) between semi-
annual removal operations. Actual accumulations will vary based on the number of wells
on location, tank capacity, and production rates, but in general should not exceed 60 bbls.
Oxy will utilize the SCADA system to monitor water and oil volumes and schedule
additional oil removal operations as necessary. The maximum amount of oil that will be
allowed to accumulate in a produced water tank before removal is 120 barrels, except
when poor road conditions and safety considerations preclude truck passage. In that case,
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oil will be removed when it is practical and safe to do so. The facilities utilizing 3-phase
separators are listed in Appendix D.
In lieu of sized secondary containment for flow-through process vessels such as
separators, free water knockouts, gun barrels, heaters and heater treaters, Oxy has
provided appropriate containment and/or diversionary structures or equipment to prevent
a discharge. Flow-through process units are located on each pad at a such distance from
the perimeter that a release from the equipment would be contained on the pad surface
until clean up could occur. All pad surfaces are designed flat or sloped to the cut side as
to deter runoff of small releases and impacted rainwater. This general containment is
assessed annually during the annual regulatory pad inspection process. The maximum
volume assumed for a likely release scenario is 10 barrels. Each pad surface has been
determined to be capable of containing this volume, in the event of a release, until further
response actions can occur. In the event of a release, additional countermeasures in the
form of spill response and containment actions will include the construction or
deployment of one or more of the following:
• Dikes, berms, or retaining walls sufficiently impervious to contain oil;
• Curbing;
• Culverting, gutters, or other drainage systems;
• Weirs, booms, or other barriers;
• Spill diversion ponds;
• Retention ponds; or
• Sorbent materials.
In addition, flow-through process vessels and associated components (such as dump
valves) will be periodically, and on a regular schedule, visually inspected and/or tested
for leaks, corrosion, or other conditions that could lead to a discharge. When indicated by
regularly scheduled visual inspections, tests, or evidence of an oil discharge, corrective
actions will be taken and repairs made to flow- through process vessels and any
associated components. Accumulations of oil discharges associated with flow-through
process vessels will be promptly removed or actions will be initiated to stabilize
and remediate the released materials.
If any facility discharges greater than 1,000 gallons of oil/produced water in a single
discharge to navigable waters of the U.S., or greater than 42 gallons of oil/produced
water in each of two discharges to navigable waters of the U.S. within any twelve month
period from flow-through process vessels, sized secondary containment, capable of
containing the entire capacity of the largest single container and sufficient freeboard to
contain precipitation, must be installed within six months of the release.
Oxy maintains oil removal records using haul tickets and pumper records, customary
with Oxy's regular business practices including the purchasers ticket.
In accordance with 40CFR112.9(c)(6)(v) Oxy will take corrective action within six
months from the time that a facility becomes subject to this section.
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All newly constructed facilities, or when existing secondary containments are modified,
will be provided with sized secondary containment sufficient to contain the multiple
volumes of any tanks that are equalized (the largest tank) plus freeboard for precipitation.
Because the majority of containment structures utilized have been constructed in
accordance with existing requirements, any tank or piping failures occurring inside of
containment are expected to be confined and not discharged to the environment. Double -
walled tanks, drip pans, sorbent material and other measures may also be utilized to
comply with containment requirements. The containment systems utilized are designed
to be capable of containing oil and have been constructed so that material inadvertently
released from a container will not escape the containment system before cleanup occurs.
5.2 Flowlines and Intra -facility Gathering Lines
40 CFR 112.9(d)(3)
Active natural gas extraction wells are typically set inside of conductor holes and/or
vaults to provide containment for wellhead. The wells operate continuously and produce
a stream containing gaseous and liquid phases that flow through gathering and flowlines.
The gaseous phase and liquid phase, containing water and oil, is transported a short
distance to a three-phase heated separator located at the extraction pad. The gaseous
phase is separated by the separation unit and is conveyed via underground piping to a
central compression station for distribution and sales. The liquid phase (condensate and
produced water is piped to storage containers located at the pad. An Oil Spill
Contingency Plan (OSCP) has been developed for intra -facility gathering and flowlines
under the scope of this Plan. The OSCP is provided as Appendix F.
Tank -related piping or process equipment is operated in a manner to minimize the
potential for leaks or spills and may be located inside secondary containment. Standard
discharge prevention practices include the utilization of drip pans for equipment, such as
pumps, and loading hose connections that have the potential for drips and leaks during
operation. Valve covers are also installed as a best management practice to help
minimize the amount of area likely to be impacted by a sudden release. For example, a
cover over a valve could help control a spray of oil from a failed gasket that may have
otherwise resulted in the oil spray being deposited over a much wider area. Oxy is
committed to expeditiously controlling and removing any amount of oil released from
facility pipelines or any other source.
5.3 Containment Requirements for High Density Areas
COGCC 603.e
Oxy does not currently operate facilities within high density areas or designated outside
activity areas as defined by COGCC Rule 603.b and the definition of designated outside
activity areas. If future facility locations are constructed within high density areas or
designated outside activity areas, Oxy will comply with all applicable COGCC
requirements, including those established for the construction of secondary containment
berms.
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6.0 Container and Equipment Installation and Construction
40 CFR 112.9 (c)(1), 40 CFR 112.9 (d)(4)(i)
Protocols implemented by the Oxy Facilities Department help ensure that when bulk
storage containers are installed or repaired, the materials used for construction/repair of
the containers are compatible with the type of stored oil. Maintenance protocols have
also been developed for the installation and repair of pipelines, flowlines, intra -facility
gathering lines, and their associated valves and equipment. Such protocols ensure that
the materials used for line construction are compatible with the types of fluids
transferred, their potential corrosivity, volume, pressure, and other conditions expected in
the operational environment. For example, gas gathering lines are installed in accordance
with ANSI 600 rating requirements to help ensure integrity under varying conditions of
field operating pressure. Additional maintenance procedures ensure that containers and
piping are constructed such that they will remain structurally sound under varying storage
and transfer conditions (i.e., extreme hot and cold temperatures).
6.1 Fire Prevention Measures
COGCC 604. a, COGCC 604a. (4)
When constructing new atmospheric tanks to be utilized for crude oil storage or when
redesigning existing crude oil storage areas, the following fire prevention measures are
observed, as applicable:
• Tanks shall be a minimum of seventy-five (75) feet from a fired vessel or heater -
treater.
• Tanks shall be a minimum of fifty (50) feet from a separator, well test unit, or
other non -fired equipment.
• Tanks shall be a minimum of seventy-five (75) feet from a compressor with a
rating of 200 horsepower, or more.
• Tanks shall be a minimum of seventy-five (75) feet from a wellhead.
• Gauge hatches on atmospheric tanks used for crude oil storage shall remain closed
at all times when not in use.
• Vent lines from individual tanks shall be joined and ultimate discharge shall be
directed away from loading racks and fired vessels.
▪ No potential ignition sources shall be installed inside the secondary containment
area unless the containment area encloses a fired vessel.
7.0 Inspections, Testing and Maintenance
40 CFR 112.7(e), 112.9(c) (3), (c) (5), (c) (6), (d) (1), (d) (4)
The following sections discuss the inspection, testing and maintenance activities required
by the federal Oil Pollution Act (40 CFR 112), the COGCC, and Oxy policy. In
accordance with the Mid -Continent Business Unit Mechanical Integrity (MI) Program,
production equipment will be visually inspected and maintained in accordance with the
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procedures outlined in Appendix B. The intent of the MI Program is to ensure that
process equipment is designed, constructed, installed, and maintained utilizing
recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices, to ensure that it remains
fit for service over its lifecycle, and to minimize risk of uncontrolled releases. The MI
Program includes the following types of process equipment:
• Fired Pressure Vessels
• Unfired Pressure Vessels
• Bulk Storage Containers
• Piping Systems conveying produced water and condensate
• Flare Systems, including piping, vessels, vaporizers, knockout pots, ignition
systems, and other process equipment used to collect the discharge of relief vents
in emergency events to safely combust flammable gases or liquids with minimal
risk to the environment and processes
• Relief Devices, including pressure relief valves, rupture discs, and emergency
vents
• Steel Structures (primary structural steelwork, e.g., stairwells, vessel, and column
primary supports)
All inspections are performed by qualified inspectors who are knowledgeable of facility
operations, the equipment type and its associated components, and the characteristics of
the material being stored, transferred, or processed. The inspections and tests performed
in accordance with the requirements of this Plan are documented and managed in
accordance with Section 7.9 of this Plan. In the event that an inspection or test identifies
either the need for repair, evidence of a discharge or is found to be otherwise unsuitable
for service, corrective action shall be implemented accordingly. As soon as practicable
following the detection of -a leak, the affected portion of the line will be isolated and
repaired or replaced. In addition, any oil discharges associated with storage containers or
associated equipment shall be promptly removed.
It is also Oxy policy that all inspection, testing and maintenance activities be performed
in accordance with applicable requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) and company health and safety programs (e.g., control of
hazardous energy-LOTO, confined space entry, respiratory protection, hot work, etc.) and
any equipment -specific operating procedures.
7.1 Bulk Storage Container Inspection, Testing and Maintenance
40 CFR 112.9 (c)(3) and (c)(6), COGCC 604.a(9)
All aboveground bulk storage containers are maintained in accordance with the Oxy MI
Program. Bulk storage containers, containment systems, tank foundations, supports, and
associated equipment are inspected and tested in accordance with an established
schedule. The inspection and testing schedule for bulk storage containers located in the
Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas is maintained at the Grand Junction field
office. The type and frequency of inspection and/or testing for individual containers is
determined by the container type and size, type of installation, corrosion rate and
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previous inspection history. During the visual inspections, the aboveground storage
containers, containment systems, surrounding surface areas, piping, valves, and all other
applicable equipment are inspected for signs of deterioration and leaks. Tanks are also
inspected to ensure that gauge hatches are being maintained in a closed position when not
in use as required. Results of the inspections are recorded on the appropriate inspection
checklist, provided in Appendix B.
Oxy performs a minimum of three types of inspections for all SPCC -regulated facilities;
Annual Inspections, COGCC Inspections and Periodic Observations. Annual Inspections
are conducted according to the procedures outlined in Appendix B.2, Oxy Piceance Pad
Inspection Procedure. During the Annual Inspections, a thorough visual inspection is
conducted, containment dimensions and condition are checked, and the facility -specific
information provided on the FOS and FD is updated with any changes. Results of the
Annual Inspections are recorded on the Oxy Piceance Pad Inspection Checklist, provided
in Appendix B.1. Oxy also performs an inspection of its COGCC facilities on an annual
basis as required by COGCC regulations. The results of COGCC Inspections are
recorded on COGCC Form 36 reports (Appendix B.5). COGCC Inspections include an
assessment of secondary containment structures and other BMPs, including pit liners.
In addition to the annual inspections described above, Oxy also performs observations at
SPCC -regulated facilities on a periodic basis, with the frequency of observations not to
exceed 30 -days. These visual inspections are conducted by qualified field personnel who
are familiar with the operation of facility equipment and in accordance with the Oxy
Periodic Monitoring Procedure (Appendix B.4).
The requirement for bulk storage container testing is largely dependent upon the
adequacy of the container's secondary containment. If a secondary containment
structure is determined to have inadequate capacity, the containment shall either be
repaired or a program of integrity testing of the containers within the containment shall
be implemented. Testing intervals for bulk storage containers and associated valves and
piping will be established by the MI Lead using one of three methods shown below:
A. Time -Based Criteria (usually required by jurisdictional rules)
B. Time/Condition-Based Criteria (as detailed in API 653)
C. Risk -Based Criteria (as allowed by API 653)
Note: Fiberglass tanks are inspected in intervals utilizing FTPI 2007-I for guidance.
Testing intervals established for affected bulk storage containers shall not exceed five
years. The inspection and testing schedules for individual containers will be maintained
at the Oxy Grand Junction field office.
7.1.1 Produced Water Container Maintenance
40 CFR 112.9 (c)(6)
Produced water containers are constructed with materials compatible with their contents,
have been provided with secondary containment, are visually inspected on a periodic
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basis, and have been provided with appropriate discharge prevention measures as
required by 40 CFR 112.9. The remaining sections of this Plan discuss these
requirements and specific methods of conformance in greater detail.
Where produced water containers do not meet the sized secondary containment
requirements of 40 CFR 112.9 (c)(6), Oxy has elected to implement the procedure
described above in Section 5.1.
7.1.2 Field -constructed Aboveground Container Maintenance
40 CFR 112.7(a)(2), 40 CFR 112.7(1)
Inspection, testing and maintenance procedures specific to field -constructed aboveground
containers are provided in Appendix B. Field -constructed aboveground containers are
inspected for integrity on a regular schedule and whenever material repairs are made. If a
field -constructed ASC undergoes a repair, alteration, reconstruction, or change in service,
it will be evaluated for the risk of discharge or failure due to brittle fracture or other
catastrophe. Such an evaluation will also be conducted if an ASC has discharged oil or
failed due to brittle fracture or other catastrophe. Corrective action will be taken as
determined necessary by the evaluation. Qualified contractors and personnel are
employed to perform all ASC repair, alteration, and/or reconstruction activities in
accordance with accepted industry practices and regulations.
7.2 Portable and Temporary Container Inspection, Testing and
Maintenance
40 CFR 112.7(e)
Portable and temporary containers with an oil -containing capacity of 55 gallons or greater
are periodically inspected and maintained. When in active use, portable and temporary
containers are observed for condition daily by facility operations personnel. Utilizing the
same inspection process as described for bulk storage containers, visual inspections of
portable and temporary containers are performed on a periodic basis in accordance with
the procedures outlined in Appendix B. Testing requirements for portable and temporary
containers are determined by the Oxy Facilities Department. The inspection and testing
schedule for portable and temporary containers operated in the Cascade Creek and
Collbran Operational Areas is maintained at the Grand Junction field office.
7.3 Flow-through Process Vessel Inspection, Testing and Maintenance
40 CFR 112.9(c)(5)
Flow-through process vessels are factory -inspected prior to being placed into service and
are provided with secondary containment when feasible. All vessels are visually
inspected for deterioration and maintenance needs on a periodic basis as outlined in the
Oxy Facility Periodic Monitoring Procedure in Appendix B.4. These vessels are also
inspected annually according to the Oxy Piceance Facility Inspection Procedure in
Appendix B.2.
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Oxy uses MAXIMO, an equipment management database system, to schedule and
manage periodic testing of a representative sample of units for corrosion monitoring and
testing. These inspections monitor corrosion rates and are used to develop field wide
replacement and repair maintenance programs. All flow-through process vessels are
maintained in accordance with the Oxy MI Program.
If an individual facility discharges more than 1,000 U.S. gallons (23.8 barrels) of oil in a
single spill event, or discharges more than 42 U.S. gallons (1 barrel) of oil in each of two
spill events within any twelve month period, from flow-through process vessels within
six months from the date of the discharge, sized secondary containment will be provided
for all flow-through process vessels at the facility. 40 CFR Part 112.1(b) and Part 110
describe the types of spills that would be reportable under this requirement. Oxy will
also comply with other applicable federal and state regulations.
7.4 Oil -filled Operational Equipment Inspection, Testing and
Maintenance
40 CFR 112.7(k)
Facility processes may utilize oil -filled operational equipment. Such equipment may
include transformers, lubricating systems for compressors, pump jacks, etc. This type of
equipment is typically provided with general secondary containment. At facilities where
secondary containment is not provided for all oil -filled operational equipment, a
procedure has been implemented for inspecting the equipment on a regular basis to detect
equipment failure and/or an oil discharge. An outline of the general procedure is as
follows.
Prior to use, Oxy personnel or designated contractor will inspect all oil -filled operational
equipment, associated facilities, and devices for corrosion and leaks. Also, on a periodic
basis, qualified facility operations or contract personnel will visually inspect all oil -filled
operational equipment, connecting lines, and associated structures and devices for:
• leaks or other oil discharges;
• signs of corrosion;
• loose bolts or missing plugs;
• accumulation in drip pans; and
• general physical condition of the equipment.
Deficiencies are documented and corrective actions will be taken to repair or replace the
damaged equipment as outlined in the Oxy Facility Periodic Monitoring Procedures
(Appendix B.4). Testing of oil -filled operational equipment is performed as needed
based on operational knowledge and visual inspection.
7.5 Transfer Piping Inspection, Testing and Maintenance
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Transfer piping is visually inspected during installation activities in accordance with the
Oxy MI Program. All pipeline inspections are performed by qualified inspectors who are
knowledgeable of the transfer operation, the type of piping and its associated
components, and characteristics of the material being transferred. The inspections,
testing and maintenance protocols established for transfer piping are detailed in the
following sections.
7.5.1 Pipeline Inspection and Monitoring
40 CFR 112.9 (d), (d)(4)(4) -(iv)
To reduce the potential for discharges from pipelines, Oxy operates a program of pipeline
inspection and monitoring. Examples of the pipelines operated within the Cascade Creek
and Collbran Operation Areas include gathering lines from wellheads and central
delivery points to compressor stations, condensate and produced water delivery lines
to/from separators, tanks and the Central Water Handling Facility. The terms flowline
and intra -facility gathering line are used often. For the purposes of this Plan, a flowline
refers to a pipeline that connects pads to mainlines and other facilities, such as the Central
Water Handling Facility in Cascade Creek. Intra -facility gathering lines refer to those
lines located on a particular well pad or facility used to transport material within the
facility. For example, intra -facility gathering lines may be utilized to collect gas and
liquids from a well head and distribute to a separator located on the well pad. Above
ground flow and gathering lines are inspected frequently by qualified production
technicians or contract personnel performing routine operations at the facility.
During the periodic inspections conducted for aboveground bulk storage containers,
process vessels, portable and temporary tanks, and oil -filled equipment, as described in
the sections above, the associated transfer piping is also inspected. Specifically, piping,
valves, flange joints, valve glands and bodies, drip pans, pipe supports, pumping well
polish rod stuffing boxes, bleeder and gauge valves, and other such items are inspected
for signs of deterioration and leaks and recorded on the appropriate periodic inspection
checklist.
In accordance with the protocols established by the Oxy Facilities Department, newly
installed piping undergoes a thorough quality assurance process that involves x-rays of
welds and hydro -testing prior to being placed into service. Pipelines are monitored by
facility personnel during periods of operation for general condition, signs of leaks or
other potential problems. Pipelines, valves and associated equipment are inspected
regularly during the equipment inspections described in earlier sections of this Plan. In
addition, wells are provided with constant surveillance via an automated system designed
to trigger an alarm in the event of a catastrophic release.
7.5.2 Pipeline Testing and Maintenance
40 CFR 112.9 (d)(4)(i)
Existing pipelines and newly installed pipelines are tested and maintained in accordance
with established Oxy protocols including the Oxy MI Program. The management
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practices implemented include the utilization of established standards for the selection
and installation of pipelines within the Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas.
Management practices also include procedures for the routine monitoring, testing and
maintenance of pipelines as well as their valves, flanges, and associated devices. To aid
in ensuring employee safety and environmental protection, all maintenance and testing
activities are performed by personnel who are knowledgeable in facility operations and
the specific operation of the equipment being maintained.
General procedures for the maintenance and testing of pipelines with the Cascade Creek
and Collbran Operational Areas include the following:
• Prior to installing, replacing, or repairing pipelines, valves, or associated devices,
facilities maintenance personnel must ensure that the materials to be transferred
are compatible with the construction materials to be employed. Potential
concerns involving corrosive production fluids, transfer volumes, line pressure,
and other such conditions expected in the operational environment are addressed
prior to installation.
• All pipelines are to be identified on facility diagrams and are clearly marked in
the field to facilitate access and inspection by Oxy and/or contract personnel.
• Pipelines associated with wells with known or suspected corrosion mechanisms
are protected through the utilization of continuous or batch treatment with
corrosion inhibitor.
• Cathodic protection is provided on key trunk pipelines.
• Corrosion drip points are present on critical mainlines.
• Where practicable, electric water pumps are enabled with automatic devices that
shut down the pump when pressures reach a level that indicate a problem.
• When repairing or reconstructing flowlines, intra -facility gathering lines, and/or
associated valves and equipment, the materials used for construction are
compatible with the types of production fluids transferred, their potential
corrosivity, volume, and pressure, and other conditions expected in the
operational environment. The transfer piping and other equipment are
constructed such that the lines will contain the materials under varying storage
conditions (i.e., extreme hot and cold temperatures).
The general maintenance and testing procedures referenced above are performed on
individual sections of lines and associated equipment at a frequency determined by Oxy's
Facilities Department. The frequency for maintaining and testing lines located within
secondary containment is based on several factors, including the age of the pipeline,
known or suspected corrosion issues, materials used in construction, number of elbows,
expansions, contractions, etc. The maintenance and testing performed for pipelines that
have not been afforded secondary containment is scheduled on a more frequent basis to
aid in ensuring that the OSCP developed for Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational
Area facilities can be effectively implemented.
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7.6 Pit and Pond Inspection and Maintenance
COGCC 902. b and 902. c
Pits and ponds utilized in the Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas are
constructed, monitored, and operated to provide for a minimum of two (2) feet of
freeboard at all times between the top of the pit wall at its point of lowest elevation and
the fluid level of the pit. The methods employed to monitor and maintain freeboard in pits
and ponds include the routine visual checks, electronic and traditional level indicators.
Corrective action (i.e., pumping of pit or pond) is undertaken as necessary to ensure the
required level of freeboard is maintained. In accordance with COGCC Rule 906, any
unauthorized release of fluids from a pit will be reported to the appropriate authorities.
Pits and ponds are lined using high-density polyethylene and range from 24 to 60
millimeters thick. During the operation of pits and ponds, if the monitoring equipment or
visual check identifies a drop in fluid level, Oxy will drain the fluid to adequately inspect
the liner integrity. If holes or tears are identified in the pit liner Oxy will repair the holes
following manufacturer specifications. Following the repair of the liner, Oxy will
conduct a seam test and hydro -test to ensure adequate integrity of the liner prior to
refilling the pit or pond.
Any accumulations of oil or condensate in a pit are removed within twenty-four (24)
hours of discovery as required. Operators use skimming, steam cleaning of exposed
liners, or other safe and legal methods as necessary to maintain pits in clean condition
and to control hydrocarbon odors. De minimis amounts of hydrocarbons are allowed to
be present in a pit only if the pit has been specifically permitted for oil or condensate
recovery or disposal use.
7.7 Saltwater Disposal Facilities Inspections
40 CFR 112.90(2)
Saltwater disposal facilities (SWDs) typically consist of a tank battery, offloading area,
filtration pods, and a pump building. At the SWD, produced water is sent to an injection
tank battery where it is processed through an additional filter pod assembly and then sent
to a tank battery for settling and storage before being processed further.
Visual SPCC inspections are conducted at SWD facilities on a periodic basis. Annual
inspections and periodic observations are conducted at SWD facilities in accordance with
the procedures outlined in Appendix B. When in active use, SWD facilities are visually
inspected daily. Because a sudden change in atmospheric temperature may lead to upset
conditions within SWDs, Oxy personnel also conduct a visual inspection of SWDs during
routine operational activities. As an additional discharge prevention measure, Oxy has
installed high level alarms on tanks at SWD facilities located in the Cascade Creek and
Collbran Operational Areas.
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7.8 Field Drainage System Inspections
40 CFR 112.9(b)(2)
Inspections of facility drainage systems and road ditches are conducted by an Oxy
Stormwater Inspector on a periodic basis utilizing the CDPHE Stormwater Inspection
Form. Stormwater inspections are conducted semi-annually as part of Oxy's COGCC
stormwater inspection program and annually as part of Oxy's COGCC Form 36
inspections, but may be performed more frequently to aid in compliance with permit -
specific requirements. Any observed accumulations of oil are investigated and addressed
as needed.
7.9 Recordkeeping
40 CFR 112.7(e)
All inspections and tests conducted to comply with SPCC requirements must be
performed in accordance with written procedures that have been developed specifically
for facilities within the Oxy Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas. The
procedures are outlined in appropriate sections of the Plan and the checklists and
procedures listed in Appendix B. Inspection and testing records must be signed by the
appropriate supervisor or inspector and must be maintained in the Grand Junction office
with the master copy of this Plan for a minimum period of three years. ASC records and
certified inspection reports are maintained for the life of the ASC.
8.0 Discharge Prevention
Discharge prevention measures, including procedures for routine handling of products
(loading, unloading, facility transfers, etc.), are described in the following sections and in
the loading/unloading procedure provided in Appendix E. In summary, condensate and
produced water tanks may be loaded/unloaded manually using tank trucks or are
loaded/unloaded via Oxy's water pipeline gathering system. Oil transfers are conducted
during normal business hours and truck drivers are present during loadinglunloading
activities to watch for and correct leaks or other issues. If any leaks are detected, the
driver will manually close the appropriate valves to control flow and address any spilled
material. Tank trucks in service in the Oxy Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational
Areas are equipped with a spill response kit. Because of the physical controls and
procedures implemented, any spills resulting from loading/unloading operations are
expected to be limited in volume and readily cleaned. All releases of oil to the
environment are expected to be reported and are subsequently inspected to evaluate the
root cause and potential preventative actions.
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8.1 Facility Oil Transfer Procedures
40 CFR 112.7(a)(3)(ii)
Individual facilities have implemented operation and equipment -specific procedures for
the routine transfer of oil products (fuel, lubricating oils, etc.) and oil -containing
materials (produced water, condensate, etc.) between containers. Appendix E details
specific procedures that Oxy personnel and contractors follow when transferring oil and
oil containing materials between containers. General procedures for the transfer of oil at
any location within the Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas are as follows:
1. Before initiating the transfer of oil from one container to another, check level
readings to ensure there is adequate free space available in the receiving container
2. Operators must stay in the area (outside of the vehicle) during transfers and
monitor equipment and operations closely (checking lines, pumps, hoses, etc. for
proper operation and signs of leakage)
3. Operators must inspect transfer equipment and produced water delivery lines prior
to, during, and following use, for leaks, oil discharges, corrosion, and other conditions
that could lead to a discharge
4. Operators must provide absorbent pads, pans, buckets, etc., as needed to prevent
drips from contacting the ground
8.2 Spill Prevention Accountability
40 CFR 112.70)(2)
The Operations Manager stationed in the Grand Junction field office, is the individual
who has been designated by Oxy as accountable for oil spill prevention at the facilities
managed under the scope of this Plan. The Oxy Operations Manager may be contacted
by telephone at (970) 263-3600.
8.3 Tank Battery Design
40 CFR 1129(c)(4)
Standard engineering practices are utilized at both new and existing tank batteries to
prevent discharges. Oil storage tanks in the Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational
Area, are provided with one or more of the following discharge prevention measures.
• One or more top overflow equalization lines.
• High level sensors that, once the storage tank becomes full, generate and transmit
an alarm signal to the electronically controlled automation equipment, which then
shuts down the active processes of the well.
• A container capacity adequate to assure that the container will not overfill if an
operator or pumper is delayed in making their scheduled rounds.
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The facility -specific information provided in Attachment 3 identifies the discharge
prevention measures implemented at individual locations.
Prior to the filling or departure of an oil transport vehicle, the lowermost drain and all
outlets are closely inspected for discharges. If necessary, caps are tightened, adjusted, or
replaced to prevent a discharge of oil while in transit. During loading/unloading
operations at each facility, drip pans are placed under connections at the back of the tank
trucks where the potential for spills outside secondary containment exists. Truck drivers
are required to perform constant monitoring of loading/unloading operations. Each tank
truck is required to carry a spill kit in the event that a spill is encountered and any oil that
is released to the ground is cleaned up immediately.
8.4 Facility Loading/Unloading Operations
40 CFR 112.7(h) (1), (h) (2), (h) (3)
The facilities managed under the scope of this Plan do not currently utilize
loading/unloading rack systems. Tank truck loading and unloading activities occur at
transfer facilities and at loading/unloading areas throughout the Cascade Creek and
Collbran Operational Areas. Environmental protection is provided in these areas through
the use of both passive (i.e., containment structures) and active (i.e., spill kits) secondary
containment practices. Facility Drainage
40 CFR 112.9(b)(1)
As a standard practice, the secondary containment structures constructed at the facilities
managed under the scope of this Plan are not equipped with drains. Pre -fabricated
containment structures (e.g., troughs, stock tanks) may have small drain holes present;
however, these drains are not used to empty the containment structure and are maintained
closed. As a standard practice, drainage of materials that accumulate in secondary
containment to the ground outside of containment is not performed. Secondary
containment structures are drained manually using a hand bailer, portable pump or via
tank truck. Accumulated rainwater or material resulting from a release within secondary
containment structures is transported to the Oxy Central Water Handling Facility for
storage, treatment and disposal, in accordance with applicable rules and regulations.
Procedures for transferring oil from a storage tank into a tank truck are included in
Appendix E of this Plan.
8.5 Oil Drilling and Workover Facilities
40 CFR 112.10(a) -(d)
The following discharge prevention measures are implemented at oil drilling and
workover facilities operated within the Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas.
• The site is evaluated to determine the most suitable location for mobile drilling or
workover equipment to aid in preventing a discharge to the environment and is
positioned accordingly.
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• Diversion structures such as absorbent booms and socks are provided at drilling
and workover operations to help intercept and contain a discharge of oil.
• A blowout preventer (BOP) assembly and well control system is installed before
drilling below any casing string and during workover operations. The BOP
assembly and well control system installed are capable of controlling any well-
head pressure that may be encountered while that BOP assembly and well control
system are on the well.
Oxy personnel responsible for oversight of drilling and workover operations are trained
in the requirements of this Plan and ensure that the requirements noted above have been
complied with prior to beginning operations. Drilling and workover facilities typically
operate in accordance with the controls specified in facility -specific SPCC Plan provided
by the drilling and completions operators.
9.0 Oil Spill Control and Countermeasures
40 CFR 112.7(a) (3) (iv), 40 CFR 112.7(a)(3) (v)
Specific procedures for discharge discovery, response, and cleanup are provided in the
OSCP that has been developed for the facilities managed under the scope of this Plan. The
OSCP is maintained in Appendix F of this Plan and provides information and procedures
for reporting a discharge, for taking initial actions to mitigate the effects of the discharge,
for determining whether or not an evacuation is needed, and for ensuring that recovered
materials are disposed of in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
The OSCP follows the provisions of Oxy's Emergency Response Plan (ERP). The ERP
provides guidance for action in a number of emergency scenarios, including a
chemical/oil release or spill emergency. The OSCP and ERP are updated annually. Oxy
oil -handling personnel are trained on the content of the ERP on a yearly basis. A copy of
the current Oxy ERP has been provided for reference in Appendix G.
9.1 Contact & Reporting Information For Discharges
40 CFR 112.7(a) (3) (vi)
Discharges of oil to the environment that occur in the Cascade Creek and Collbran
Operational Areas must be reported. Individuals who discover an oil spill have been
instructed to immediately report the incident to their Supervisor. The Supervisor then
follows the reporting procedure outlined in the ERP and the OSCP. Appendix A
provides a quick reference of emergency contact numbers and emergency response
procedures. Internal reporting is required for any discharge of oil to the environment,
while the need to report discharges to local, state and federal agencies will depend on the
magnitude and location of the release. Appendix A of this Plan provides a contact list
and phone numbers for Oxy personnel, cleanup contractors, the National Response
Center and other regulatory agencies. Also provided in Appendix A is a quick reference
procedure for reporting oil discharges. The OSCP located in Appendix F includes
detailed information regarding the circumstances requiring reporting, an explanation of
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which agencies need to be notified under the different circumstances, the types of
reporting required (phone, mail, etc.), time frames for reporting, etc.
Guidance For Identifying Discharges That Need To Be Reported
For the purposes of this Plan, a reportable discharge is defined by 40 CFR 110.3
as "Discharge of oil in such quantities as `may be harmful'.
a. Discharges of oil in such quantities that the Administrator has
determined may be harmful to the public health or welfare or the
environment of the United States include discharges of oil that:
(i)
(ii)
Violate applicable water quality standards; or
Cause a film or sheen upon or discoloration of the surface of the
water or adjoining shorelines or cause a sludge or emulsion to be
deposited beneath the surface of the water or upon adjoining
shorelines.
b. In addition, 40 CFR 112.2 - Definitions provides useful definitions for
common terms. Discharge includes, but is not limited to, any spilling,
leaking, pumping, pouring, emitting, emptying, or dumping of oil, but
excludes discharges in compliance with a permit...
c. Navigable waters of the United States means "navigable waters" as
defined in section 502(7) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act,
and includes:
(i) All navigable waters of the United States and tributaries of such
waters;
(ii) Interstate waters;
(iii) Intrastate lakes, rivers, and streams which are utilized by interstate
travelers for recreational or other purposes;
(iv) Intrastate lakes, rivers, and streams from which fish or shellfish are
(v) taken and sold in interstate commerce.
9.2 Discharge Reporting Requirements
40 CFR 112.7(a)(4), C.R.S. 25-8-601(2), 40 CFR 112.4 (a) -(c)
Under the Oxy reporting procedure, personnel from the Oxy HES and Regulatory
Department or Operations Manager is responsible for contacting the appropriate agencies
and reporting the release. In the event that a harmful quantity of oil is released or is
suspected of having been released to the navigable waters of the U.S.; 40 CFR Part
112.1(b) and Part 110 describe the types of spills that would be reportable under this
requirement (see section 9.1.a).
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For clarification purposes, the following definitions are provided:
Oil - Per 40 CFR 112, the term "oil" refers to oil of any kind or in any form, including,
but not limited to: oils, greases, condensate, fuel oil, synthetic oils, or the resulting
mixture of oil with other non -oil liquid (i.e., produced water).
Discharge - A "discharge" as described in 40 CFR Part 112.1(b) and Part 110, refers to a
discharge of oil in quantities that "may be harmful" into or upon navigable waters. The
term discharge, in general, includes any spilling, leaking, pumping, pouring, emitting,
emptying, or dumping of oil. Navigable waters include tributaries, streams, rivers and
lakes. Per 40 CFR Part 110.3, a discharge of oil in such quantities as "may be harmful"
include discharges of oil that (a) violate applicable water quality standards; or (b) cause a
film or sheen upon or discoloration of the surface of the water or adjoining shorelines or
cause a sludge or emulsion to be deposited beneath the surface of the water or upon
adjoining shorelines.
Such an event must be immediately reported to the following regulatory agencies:
1) National Response Center
Washington, D.C.
800-424-8802 (24 hour phone)
2) Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
Water Quality Control Division
4300 Cherry Creek Dr. South
Denver, CO
1-877-518-5608 (24 hour hotline)
3) US Environmental Protection Agency
Region VIII Response Center
1595 Wynkoop Street
Denver, Colorado 80202-1129
303-293-1788 (24 hour phone)
4) Colorado State Inspector of Oils
1515 Arapahoe Street
Denver CO 80202-2117
303-620-4029
When contacting these agencies, the following information is provided:
• responsible company/person, including exact address and telephone number;
• name of person reporting the release;
• date and time of release;
• designation and location of the facility (coordinates are provided on the FOS);
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• telephone number for the facility (provide the contact number on the FOS (970-263-
3600) and contact information for the individual reporting the call);
• type of material discharged;
• estimate of the quantity released;
• waterway affected, including amount reaching water;
• source of the discharge;
• a description of all affected media;
• cause of release;
• damages or injuries caused by the discharge;
• action taken to stop, remove, and mitigate the effects of the release;
• whether an evacuation is needed; and
• names and/or organizations who have also been or will be contacted.
Additional agency notifications may include the Colorado State Inspector of Oils, COGCC,
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and other agencies are listed in Appendix A. Oil spill
reporting requirements and procedures are detailed in the OSCP. A copy of the OSCP is
provided in Appendix F.
Following a discharge totaling more than 1,000 gallons of oil in a single discharge event,
or more than 42 gallons of oil in each of two (2) discharges occurring within a 12 -month
period, the facility must submit the following information to the U.S. EPA Regional
Administrator and the CDPHE within 60 days of the event(s).
• name of facility;
• name of person reporting the release;
• designation and location of the facility (coordinates are provided on the FOS);
• maximum storage or handling capacity of the facility and normal daily throughput
• corrective action and countermeasures you have taken, including a description of
equipment repairs and replacements
• an adequate description of the facility, including maps, flow diagrams, and
topographical maps, as necessary
• the cause of such discharge, including a failure analysis of the system or
subsystem in which the failure occurred
• additional preventive measures you have taken or contemplated to minimize the
possibility of recurrence
• other information as the Regional Administrator may reasonable require pertinent
to the Plan or discharge.
Spill events that may require the Regional Administrator notification described above
will exhibit one or more of the following characteristics:
a. Violate applicable water quality standards; or
b. Cause a film or sheen upon or dis-coloration of the surface of the water or
adjoining shorelines or cause a sludge or emulsion to be deposited beneath the
surface of the water or upon adjoining shorelines; or
c. May affect natural resources belonging to, appertaining to, or under the exclusive
management authority of the United States.
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The SPCC Plan must also be amended, as required, following such a discharge(s). The
SPCC Plan may also be amended if required by the Regional Administrator. If
necessary, an appeal may be made regarding the Regional Administrator's decision to
require an amendment to the Plan.
10.0 SPCC Training Program
10.1 Oil -handling Personnel Training
40 CFR 112.7(j)(1)
Oxy provides the following training to oil -handling personnel prior to assuming new job
responsibilities and annually thereafter:
• Operation and maintenance of equipment to prevent oil discharges:
1. Practices to minimize oil discharge, including best management practices to
minimize potential for discharge during truck loading;
2. Applicable oil spill prevention (state and federal) laws, rules, and regulations;
3. General facility operations;
4. Discharge procedure protocols; and
5. The contents of this SPCC Plan.
In addition to the oil -handling personnel training described above, the Oxy SPCC
Training Program includes the components outlined below:
• Qualified and experienced personnel conduct the on-the-job training of new
and/or inexperienced employees prior to independent assignment.
• Formal training on the operation and maintenance of oil field equipment is
provided through company -sponsored training on an "as needed" basis.
• Pollution prevention and applicable regulatory requirements are brought to the
attention of employees on a continuing basis in safety meetings, personal
consultations, posters, literature distribution, etc.
• To help ensure that facility inspections are performed in accordance with
established procedures, any contract or Oxy personnel performing inspections
must first receive training in the applicable procedure provided in Appendix B.
Oxy Piceance Pad Inspection Checklist Training
The Oxy Regulatory Department schedules and conducts training for personnel
conducting the annual Oxy Rockies Pad Inspections. The training provides all the
necessary information for inspection personnel to conduct a thorough inspection,
identify existing and potential issues, recommend corrective or preventive actions,
and accurately record and report the inspection.
OXY Periodic Monitoring Training
The Oxy Regulatory Department schedules and conducts training for field
personnel responsible for implementing the Oxy Periodic Monitoring Program.
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The training provides all the necessary information for field personnel to monitor
the status and condition of oil storage and processing equipment, identify existing
and potential issues, take proper preventive or corrective action, and effectively
implement the Oxy Corrective Action Tracking Program.
10.2 Spill Prevention Briefings
40 CFR 112.70(3)
Oxy schedules and conducts prevention briefings for oil -handling personnel who perform
work in the Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational Areas at least monthly to assure
adequate understanding of this SPCC Plan. These briefings include discussion of known
discharges, potential discharges, component malfunctions or failures, and recently
developed precautionary measures.
10.3 Training Documentation and Records
Curriculums for the SPCC training and briefing sessions described in the sections above
and associated attendance records for oil -handling employees are maintained for a
minimum period of three (3) years in the Grand Junction Oxy office.
11.0 Conformance with State and Federal Oil Pollution
Prevention Regulations
40 CFR 112.7(d)
The contents of this SPCC Plan conform to state and federal oil pollution prevention
regulations applicable to natural gas production facilities. As of the revision date of this
Plan, required oil pollution controls are in place or equivalent environmental protection
and corrective action plans are in place in the Cascade Creek and Collbran Operational
Areas.
Because of the large area traversed by pipelines throughout the Cascade Creek and
Collbran Operational Areas, and the fact that much of the piping is underground, Oxy has
determined that the installation of secondary containment for all piping is not practicable.
Where active and passive containment had not been provided for pipelines, a robust
pipeline inspection and maintenance program has been implemented by Oxy to prevent
oil discharges (e.g., physical barriers, corrosion inhibitors, etc.), to allow for the prompt
detection of problems that may lead to a release (e.g., pigging, testing corrosion coupons,
etc.), and to identify leaks (e.g., inspections, remote monitoring, etc.) in a timely manner.
An OSCP has been also developed for the facilities managed under the scope of this Plan.
The OSCP details procedures for the expeditious control and cleanup of spills. These
measures provide a level of environmental protection for piping equivalent to secondary
containment.
In the event than an existing oil container is identified without the required discharge
prevention measures (i.e. insufficient secondary containment), corrective actions such as
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the addition of secondary containment, the repair of damaged containment structures,
and/or the expansion of secondary containment structure dimensions will be implemented
to provide the necessary capacity. In the interim, environmental protection, including the
utilization of active secondary containment measures (e.g., spill kits staged in operational
areas), may be provided. Additional protection measures include the implementation of a
periodic integrity and leak testing program for the identified containers and their
associated equipment (as described in Section 7.0). In addition to regular integrity
testing, a rigorous inspection and maintenance program has also been implemented.
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Figures
Figure 1 — Vicinity Map of OXY's Operational Areas
Figure 2 — Sites within the Mesa Production Area
Figure 3 — Sites within the Valley Production Area
Figure 4 — Sites within the Logan Wash Production Area
Figure 5 — Sites within Brush Creek Production Area
Figure 6 — Sites within East Plateau Production Area
Figure 7 — Sites within Hell's Gulch Production Area
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Attachment 1
Document Revision/Amendment Log
OXY SPCC Plan — Garfield and Mesa Counties, Colorado
Attachment 2
Secondary Containment Calculations Spreadsheet
OXY SPCC Plan — Garfield and Mesa Counties, Colorado
Attachment 3
List of Facilities
Facility Overview Sheets
Facility Diagrams
Substantial Harm Criteria
Checklist and
PE Certification
Appendix A
Contact Lists and Emergency Response Procedures
Appendix B
Inspection, Maintenance and Testing Protocols
• B.1 Oxy Piceance Pad Inspection Checklist
• B.2 Oxy Piceance Pad Inspection Procedure
• B.3 Oxy Facility Periodic Observation Procedure
• B.4 COGCC Form 36
• B.5 Oxy Mechanical Integrity Standard
OXY SPCC Plan — Garfield and Mesa Counties, Colorado
B.1 Oxy Piceance Pad Inspection Checklist
OXY SPCC Plan -- Garfield and Mesa Counties, Colorado
B.2 Oxy Piceance Pad Inspection Procedure
OXY SPCC Plan — Garfield and Mesa Counties, Colorado
B.3 Oxy Periodic Monitoring Procedure
OXY SPCC Plan — Garfield and Mesa Counties, Colorado
B.4 COGCC Form 36
OXY SPCC Plan — Garfield and Mesa Counties, Colorado
B.5 Oxy Mechanical Integrity Standard
OXY SPCC Plan — Garfield and Mesa Counties, Colorado
Appendix C
Oxy Exhibit A
OXY SPCC Plan — Garfield and Mesa Counties, Colorado
Appendix D
List of Facilities Utilizing 3 -Phase Separators
OXY SPCC Plan — Garfield and Mesa Counties, Colorado
Appendix E
Loading/Unloading Procedures
OXY SPCC Plan — Garfield and Mesa Counties, Colorado
Appendix F
Oil Spill Contingency Plan
Appendix G
Oxy Emergency Response Plan
Appendix H
Regulation Citations
Appendix 1
Facility Change Guidance Document
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plann ing N PreparednessrvPrevention
Emergency Response Plan
(ERP)
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
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.
Oxy - Piceance
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Revised: 1 Aug 12
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 Fir
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
(202) 761-1001
US Army Core of Engineers
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
(877) 518-5608
(970) 846-3912
Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE)
SEPC (State Emergency Planning Committee):
Chuck Vale, Field Manager -Northwest Region
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):
(970) 945-0453
Chris Bornholdt, Garfield County Emergency Manager
'PC Collbran (Local Emergency Planning Committee):
(970) 244-1763
.Andrew Martsolf, Mesa County Emergency Manager
_
St. Mary's CareFlight Helicopter
(970) 332-4923
_
O • erations
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
OUSTABOUTIDIA
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
•-41I reach our immediate response teams. It is very crucial that each individual follows this procedure to ensure an appropriate
_iponse time of the emergency personnel.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Public Safety
PG
5
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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Oxy Piceance Area ERP Page 4
Introduction To The Piceance, Mid -Continent Business Unit (MCBU)
Oxy owns and operates natural gas exploration and production fields, covering approximately 129,000
A acres. The two fields operated by Oxy, the Cascade Creek Field and the Col!bran 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 Targe 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
(las is lighter than air and will not travel or accumulate close to the ground, as will liquefied petroleum gas
PG) 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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Oxy Piceance Area ERP Page 5
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 !east 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 incide.
commander will have the overall responsibility of determining what personnel best fits each needed function.
INCIDENT
COMvIANDER
PUBLIC INFORMATION
OFFICER
SAFETY
OFFICER
LIAISON
OFFICER
SUPPORTING AGENCY
REPRESENTATIVE
OPERATIONS
SECTION
PLANNING/
!NTELLEGENCE
SECTION
LOGISTICS
SECTION
FINANCE
SECTION
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: !CS 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
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 (P1O)
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
ifety 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
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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Supervisor on Location
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Oxy Piceance
Incident Notification Flowchart
1" CaII
Depending
on Severity
Drilling HES
Richard Ibarra
C: 713.302.0914
0: 713.985.6344
Drilling Superintendent
Travis Samford
C: 218.684.6897
0: 713.366.5261
'5t l-VaresCare flight HeSicopter.
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DeBeque Fire Dept
DeBeque Marshall
teat/ Valley Eke Dept
sa County Sheriff
CO State Patrol
GJFD HAZMAT Unit
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2"d CaII
Production Operations
TJ Cordova- Cascade Crk
970.712.8946
Greet Gatlin- Collbran
970.773.0984
Operations Manager
Chris Clark
970.462.8375
MCBU Operations Manager
Tommy McKenzie
C: 713.560.8034
0: 713.366.5176
III. Emergency Recognition & Prevention
HES
Alonzo Hernandez
970.985.6055
Justin Booth
970.812.7738
Tyson Ertel
970.712.4660
1
MCBU HES Manager
Trent Adcock
C: 713.557.1152
0: 713.366.5327
MCBU GM/President
Ron Brokmeyer
C: 832.433.0812
0: 713.215.7123
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
}tification outlined in Figure 1: Piceance Incident Notification Flowchart. Any lapse within the chain of
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Oxy Piceance Area ERP Page 9
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 4 Southeast corner of the parking lot
o Secondary Mustering Point 4 Northeast corner of the parking lot
Cascade Creek Field
o Primary Mustering Point 4 Quadplex field office(s)
o Secondary Mustering Point 4 Corral at Conn Creek Rd (GC Rd 213) & GC Rd 204
Collbran Field
o East Plateau Area
• Primary Mustering Point 4 East Plateau Field Office
o Brush Creek Area
• Primary Mustering Point 4 Brush Creek Field Office
o Hell's Gulch Area
• Primary Mustering Point 4 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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Oxy Piceance Area ERP Page 10
Incident
Command
Post
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.
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Oxy Piceance Area ERP Page 11
Emergency Procedure:
Fire in the Grand Junction Office
760 Horizon Drive, Suite 101
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
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.
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Emergency Procedure:
Fire in the Field Office(s)
Cascade Creek
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
• Accidentllncident Statement Form
• Fire Report Form
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.
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 pointlarea of refuge. The Cascade Creek mustering pointlarea 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.
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Emergency Procedure:
Medical, Fire and/or Explosion, or Wildland Fire
Cascade Creek & Collbran Fields
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
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 4 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 yo
location.
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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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Oxy Piceance Area ERP Page 15
• 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. 1
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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
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 RadiolOxy Radio
• Vehicle (evacuation purposes)
• MSDS CD
• St. Mary's CareFlight Helicopter #
Required Forms To Complete (post -incident)
• Initial Incident Report Form
• Accidentllncident Statement Form
• Fire Report Form
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.
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
a 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 3 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.
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Oxy Piceance Area ERP Page 17
• 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 !tem 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 if may be more practical and efficient to notify the supervisor first and have them call
EMS.
Key Tips On How To Recognize Injurv(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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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)
OCCIDENTAL OIL AND GAS CORPORATION
lnjuryNehicle Accident Reporting
Ali vehicle accidents, including these that do not involve personal injury or damage to a
vehicle, require the completion of a Driver's Report of Vehicle Accident immediately
following the accident. Vehicle accidents occurring in leased vehicles and personal vehicles
being used for company business must be reported.
If injury results from a vehicle accident, it will also be necessary to complete an injury report.
A. Employee Injury
1. You must immediately report to your supervisor any injury sustained at work, no
matter how slight the injury may be. Failure to report an injury promptly could result in
the Company questioning a claim at a later date.
2. Your immediate supervisor will investigate the injury and prepare the appropriate
reports.
B. Vehicle Collision
1. A vehicle collision is defined as any vehicle contact or damage requiring repairs to a
Company vehicle, another vehicle, injury to a pedestrian, animal, or third party or
damage to Company property,
2. If you are involved in a vehicle collision:
a. STOP. NEVER LEAVE THE SCENE OF AN ACCIDENT.
b. Obtain help for injured persons. Render "GOOD SAMARITAN" first aid if you are
qualified to do so.
c. Notify police and a Company Supervisor.
d Obtain necessary information at the scene. Exchange only driver's license number and
insurance information with the other driver, but DO NOT make commitments. Simply
state that you will report the collision to your company. Any liability will be
determined by the Company and our insurance carrier. DO NOT express opinions or
become involved in arguments.
e Have witnesses provide you with their address and telephone numbers so they can be
reached for follow-up statements regarding the collision.
Oxy Piceance Area ERP
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OCCIDENTAL OIL AND GAS CORPORATION
DRIVER'S REPORT OF VEHICLE ACCIDENT
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8. JOB CLASSIFICATION 9. DATE EMPLOYED 10. AGE
11. DRIVER'S SOC. SEC. NUMBER 12, DRIVER'S LICENSE NUMBER
13. DRIVER'S LICENSE a) • OPERATOR b) IICOMMERCIAL
14. LICENSE RESTRICATIONS: a) 1 Yes b) 0 No
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THESE RESTRICTIONS? a) 0 Yes b) 0 No
OTHER OCCUPANTS NAMES:
COMPANY ACC1DENT
VEHICLE SUMMARY
15. ACCIDENT LOCATION: 16. CITY 17. STATE
DATE OF ACCIDENT: 18. MONTH 19. DAY 20. YEAR
21. TIME: HOUR a) ❑ AM b) ■ PM
22. PURPOSE OF TRIP:
23. OWNER: a) 0 OCCIDENTAL b) ■ OTHER 24. COMPANY VEHICLE NUMBER
25. VEHICLE TYPE: a) ■ AUTO b) ❑ PICKUP c) ❑ TRUCK TON CAPACITY
26. YEAR: 27. MAKE:
28. DESCRIBE DAMAGE TO VEHICLE:
29. ESTIMATED COST TO REPAIR COMPANY VEHICLE:
OTHER
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OTHER OCCUPANT'S NAMES:
DESCRIBE DAMAGE TO VEHICLE
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31. ESTIMATED COST TO REPAIR DAMAGE $
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Oxy Piceance Area ERP Page 24
92, UGHTINO 33. ROAD CONDITIONS
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43. VEHICLE CARGO: ; DATE OF LAST STATE VEHICLE INSPECTION:
44. ANY KNOWN DEFECTS ON VEHICLE PRIOR TO ACCIDENT? a) YES 0 b) NO 0 Lisl:
45. WERE OCCUPANTS OF COMPANY VEHICLE WEARING SEAT BELTS? a) YES 0 b) NO 0
48. WERE OCCUPANTS OF OTHER VEHICLE(S) WEARING SEAT BELTS? a) YES 0 b} NO 0
47. HAD COMPANY DRIVER ATTENDED DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSE? a) YES [] b) NO ❑
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HAVE YOU SUBMITTED REQUIRED REPORTS TO STATE AND LOCAL AUTHORITIES? a) YES 0 b) NO ❑
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Emergency Procedure:
Severe Thunderstorm/Flash Flood
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
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.
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Emergency Procedure:
Severe Weather - Blizzard
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
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.
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Emergency Procedure:
SpiII and/or Uncontrolled Gas Release
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
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 '
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 Tess 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.
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Emergency Procedure:
Chemical Release/Spill
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)
• Accidentllncident Statement Form
• Spill Report Form
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.
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 IMMEDIATELYI!I
• 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.
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Emergency Procedure:
Earthquake
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)
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.
a 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.
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Emergency Procedure:
Terrorism Attack/Threat/Enemy Action
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)
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?
O Are responders victims?
O Are hazardous substances involved?
O Has there been an explosion?
O Has there been a secondary attacklexplosion?
If There Is One Indicator...
O Respond with a heightened level of awareness
If There Are Multiple Indicators...
O You may be on the scene of a terrorist attack
O Initiate response operations with extreme caution
O 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.
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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
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 (RPF), 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, 02)
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)
St. Mary's Hospital _
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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EMERGENCY
TAKES PLACE ,
X. Emergency Alerting and Response Procedure
``rice an employee recognizes the occurrence of an emergency, he/she will notify their immediate supervisor,
,slowing 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.
MCBU Asset
Manager Notifies
MCBU GM/
President
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CEO of OPC
OXY nmpltor
Fallow Incident Contractor
Notification Flowchart L I Notifies OXY
Supervisor
ALL INCIDENTS
SIGNIFICANT INCIDENTS
OXY Supervisor
Notifies OPS or
Drilling Manager
Dr. Ray R. Irani,
CEO of OPC
Informs ECOB
Director(s) of
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OXY supervisor
Notifies HES
Dept.
HES Dept.
Notifies MCBU
HES Manager
MCBU HES
Manager Notifies
Director(s) of
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HES Dept. Notifies
Regulatory
Agencies & LEPC!
SEPC (if needed}
IMPORTANT & SIGNIFICANT INCIDENTS
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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 Piceanr
area Operations Manager or MCBU-Asset Manager. Media relations are prohibited from entering the incidei,
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
troduction
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
annot 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 Dispat'
immediately at (970) 242-1234; the sooner the fire department is dispatched, the quicker the response time whi
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
'+ernative. Please note the (3) secondary routes are ONLY for emergency access and are intended for the
_afe 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 '1 Road, and Grove Creek Road
North to Highway 330 and then head eastbound to Highway 65 to 1-70. 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 1-70. 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 1-70.
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 1-70. 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 1-70.
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. Part.
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.
WholWhat 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/urethan,'
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. Ali 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
fiery drilling rig crew, temporary housing occupants, and contractor that is staying on the mesa for a set time
ame 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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St. Mary's
CareFlight
2635 N.7th Rita Pt]:I3ox 1628 Grand jurtetiorl,CU,S159-1028
klA St. Mary' s
►► CareFlight
HOW TO PREPARE A LANDING ZONE 1-800-332-4923
Selecting an On -Scene LZ (Landing Zone)
First, determine if the arca is large enough to land the
CareFlight helicopter safcly.The landing surface should be flat,
firm, and free of debris that would hlow up into the rotor sys-
tem or be a hazard to persons at the scene.
Touchdown Areal The touchdown arca should be square
with a minimum of 1(X) feet on each side.
the landing site should be clear of people, vehicles, and
obstructions such as trees, poles, and wires. Keep in mind that
wires cannot be seen from the air at night The landing site
must be free of stumps, brush, pasts, and 'large rocks,
Wind Direction & Touchdown Area
Consider the wind direction. Helicopters land and take off into
the wind.lnform the pilot of the direction from which the
wind is blowing. i.e. "Wind from Me rurrtb."
Is the approach and departure path free of obstructions (wires,
Poles, antennas, trees, etc.)? If there are ohstructions, please tell
the CarePlight team during the initial radio Call.
Illumination of the LZ at Night
Mark the touchdown area with five lights/road flares (one in
each corner and one indicating wind direction).
When using automobile(s), place the vehicie(s) in position
based upon the number of vehicles available. For instance, if
only one vehicle is available, place it in vehicle #1 position
(pointing into the wind). If two vehicles arc available, place
then hi vehicle #1 and #2 positions, etc. Use any additional
vehicles (if more than 3 available) to illuminate flight and land-
ing Surface obstacles.
At night, assure that spotlights, floodlights, vehicle lights, and
handlights used to define the 1J. and obstacles are not pointed
toward the helicopter -rum off nonessential lights. White lights,
such as spotlights, flash bulbs, and headlights ruin the pilot's
night vision and temporarily blind him. Red tights or hlue tights,
however, are very helpful in finding accident locations and do
not have a detrimental effect ou the pilot's night vision.
Select a landing site clear of trees, poles and wires.
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Keep approach/departure path free of obstructions.
When using automobiles to illuminate the nighttime
landing zone place in the positions as shown above.
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St. Mary's
CareFlig t
HOW TO PREPARE A LANDING ZONE (cont.
Personnel Safety
Keep spectators at least 200 feet from the touchdown arca_
Keep emergency service personnel at least 100 feet away, if
possible. Encourage everyone working near the helicopter to
wear eye protection.
Remove hats or helmets or fasten chin straps (no loose hats
blowing up through the rotors)!
Nudes of Thumb for Safe Distances:
• 100 feet from helicopter to waiting ambulance
• 200 fret from helicopter to crowds & pedestrians
• 300 feet from the helicopter to stopped traffic
• 200400 feet from accident victims to traffic
Ground Guide: When Careliight arrives at the scene, only
one person should give 12, wind, and obstacle instructions.
That person should wear eye protection and they should
stand with their hack to the wind and arms ralsed over head
to indicate the direction of the wind, which will usually he
the opposite of the landing direction. As the helicopter turns
into the wind, and begins the final descent, the ground guide
should leave to a safer area.
WIND
DfRECSION
TOUCH DOW\\
N ,. SQ' . 75'
AREA
Ground guide should stand with their back to the wind,
and with arms raised over their head to indicate
direction of the wind.
Communications
One person, the I.% coordinator, will be responsible for all
communication with the pilot.Thc I2 coordinator should
monitor the radio at all times when the helicopter is running.
It is C.areFilght's policy to monitor the 12. frequency for at
least two minutes after departure.
Every attempt will he made to contact the 12 coordinator on
the frequency specified in the dispatch call. In the event that
communication cannot be established on that frequency, the
helicopter will monitor NI.GC (National Law Iinforcemcnt
Channel).
Please immediately report to the pilot any observed
hazards and wait for his acknowledgement.
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Safet Summa,
The St. Marys CareFlight team cats serve YOU only if we arrive safely. Our safety andetanrlabe it renin. of
the
people on the grorrtul depends �n your professionals' and Car�2f'lfght working
General Helico ter Safe Rules
• '171c pilot will perform as many high reconnaissance orbits
as they feel necessary to insure a safe landing,
• When working around any helicopter, never approach from
the rcar.Always approach and clrpart the aircraft towards
the front so you can see the pilot and so he can see you.
• The 1J. coordinator will designate as many persons as neces-
sary for crowd control.
• If the helicopter is landed on a slope, approach and depart
from the down-slope side, unless that is the rear of the heli-
copter. In that circumstance, approach from
te Ieft or of the right
from the most level ground and in plainsight
pilot
• When the helicopter is loaded and ready for take -off, keep
the departure path free of vehicles and spectators or
rescue personnel. if an emergency were to occur during
take -off, we would need this area to execute our landing.
Assistin the Car Fli ht caro
Once Carellight has landed, only briefed emergency person-
nel should approach the helicopter. he sure o tinder the ego-
ahead"
g`r -
ahead" sign from the pilot before stepping
ip
path and then approach from the front of the helicopter.
A landing zone coordinator should be prepared to assist the
crew by providing security for the helicopter.Tlte tail rotor is
the most dangerous area. if asked to provide security, do not
allow- anyone but the crew to approach the helicopter.
Note:'fhe Bell 412 loads from the left or right side, feet first.
Designate two or three personnel to assist the Carel'light team
in loading thc patient. When approaching or departing thc hel-
icopter, always he aware of the tail rotor and always follow the
CareFligllt team's directions or the pilot's directions for your
own safety.
Approach and deport helicopter from the front,
so the pilot can see you.
Avoid Thi,.Area
Approach and deport helicopter from
the down-slope side.
Keep departure path free of vehicles,
spectators and rescue personnel.
Be sure to receive o "go-ahead" sign from the pilot
before approaching the helicopter. Always be aware of
the tail rotor, the mot dangerous area.
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Hazardous Chemicals/Gases
Accidents involving hazardous materials require special han-
dling by Fire/Rescue units on the ground. The preparations
for helicopters responding to these accidents also require spe-
cial considerations.
Helicopter medical crews normally do not carry protective
suits or breathing apparatuses to protect them from hazardous
materials. Upon initial radio contact, the CtreFlight team
must he made aware of any hazardous materials or gases
in the area. Utile aircraft were to fly through the hazardous
gases, the crew could be poisoned and the engines could
develop mechanical problems, or cause an explosion or fire.
Never assume that the crew has already been informed of the
Ha/mat situation,
Hazardous materials of concent are toxic, poisonous, flamma-
ble, explosive, irritating, or radioactive in nature. Patients
exposed to hazardous materials will require decontamination
prior Lo air transport to avoid contamination of the crew and
aircraft.
Some radioactive materials arc more dangerous than others,
depending upon the type and amounts of those materials. In
general, radioactive materials are difficult 10 ignite, but will
hurn. and the smoke is toxic.
The Carel light team should be advised if victims maybe con-
taminated by radioactivity.
Hazardous Materials LZ Preparation and
Considerations
llelicopter landing zones Must be selected to avoid possibility
of compromising the safety of the CareFlight team and adja-
cent people and pmperty.
When explosives, poisonous gases/vapors, or chemicals in
danger of exploding and burning are on site, helicopter
fattdttrg zones must be prepared upwind, a safe distance
(play be as much as one utile) from the hazardous material
accident site, and never in low-lying areas.The toxic gases or
vapors may be heavier than air and gather in these low-lying
areas.
For hazardous material accidents involving radioactive matcrl-
als, the Carelfigbt LZ muss be prepared upwind, a see
distance (may be 1/4 mile)front accident, unless there
are radioactive gases (steam or smoke), and in this case, the 12
must he at [case one mile upwind of the accident site.
Carefiight must be notified of hazardous materials
an the scene in order to avoid contamination
of the flight teem and aircraft.
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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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