1. SHIPBREAKING Module 1: Introduction to Shipbreaking 1.3 Emergency Action Plans Susan Harwood Grant Number SH-17820-08-60-F-23

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4. Objectives  List items that go into the plan application  Describe elements of the plan  State the procedures of the emergency action plan 4

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6. Question: If the supervisors and managers have plans, why do we need emergency action plans? 6 Figure 1 Equipment deployment exercise command

7. The original plans are detailed procedures on how the operations will unfold and proceed. 7 Figure 2 State equipment being deployed in the ship channel

8. Emergency action plans provide guidance for unexpected emergencies. 8 Figure 3 Controlled hot work on hull

9. Emergency plans ensure worker safety. 9 Figure 4 Fumes coming from the propeller

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11. Identify who is in charge. 11 Figure 5 Worker using torch to cut sectional

12. Method for notifications for both internal and external personnel. 12 Figure 6 Command debrief during exercise

13. Detailed procedures outlined for certain emergencies. 13 Figure 7 18 inch containment boom being deployed

14. How to respond to non normal situations. 14 Figure 8 Illegal shipbreaking operations

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16. Integrated Contingency Plan Combines state and federal contingency plans into one manual. 16 Figure 9 Command brief during exercise

17. Fire Protection Plan Addresses fires, fire watches, and procedures to reduce fires. 17 Figure 10 Cutting hull inside slip

18. Medical and First Aid Plan Lays out medical procedures and hospital options. 18 Figure 11 Medical evacuation drill during exercise

19. Spill Response Plans Are required by state and federal agencies to address discharges into coastal waters, land, or air releases. 19 Figure 12 Level A deployment during exercise

20. Egress plans Systematic layout of various evacuation points, areas, and equipment to assist. 20 Figure 13 Sectional of hull being removed to bank

21. Severe Weather Plans Outline procedures for hurricanes, rain events, high winds, tides, and other severe weather occurrences. 21 Figure 14 Dust devil in the Port of Brownsville, Texas

22. Confined Space Entry procedures for emergency rescue teams to follow in event of emergencies. 22 Figure 15 Workers removing gear around confine space tank

23. Emergency action plans address the unexpected actions that may occur within the workplace. 23 Figure 16 Entry to confined space tank

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26. Reference  OSHA eTool www.osha.gov 26

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