USCG: Sector St.Petersburg Area Contingency Plan - JAN2009

SECTOR ST. PETERSBURG

AREA CONTINGENCY PLAN
January 2009

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY UNITED STATES COAST GUARD

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Approval Letter

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Letter of Transmittal

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Record of Changes
Change Number Date of Change Date Entered By Whom Entered

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Record of Review
Date of Review Reviewed By

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1000 Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 14 1100 Authority ..................................................................................................................... 15 1110 Captain of the Port Authority ................................................................................... 15 1120 Response System Authority ..................................................................................... 15 1130 Investigative Authority ............................................................................................. 15 1200 Geographic Boundaries .............................................................................................. 18 1210 Area of Responsibility .............................................................................................. 18 300 Area Committee .............................................................................................................. 21 1310 Purpose ..................................................................................................................... 21 1320 Organization ............................................................................................................. 21 1330 Charter Members ...................................................................................................... 22 1340 Revision & Update Requirements ............................................................................ 23 1400 National Response System ......................................................................................... 23 1410 National Response Policy ......................................................................................... 26 1420 National Response Structure .................................................................................... 26 1430 National Response Team (NRT) .............................................................................. 27 1440 Regional Response Team (RRT) .............................................................................. 27 1450 Area Response Structure .......................................................................................... 28 1460 Incident Command System....................................................................................... 32 1470 Area Exercise Mechanism ........................................................................................ 34 1480 National Response Plan ............................................................................................ 34 1500 1510 1520 State and Local Response System ............................................................................. 35 State Response System/Policy .................................................................................. 35 Local Response System/Policy ................................................................................ 35

1600 National Policy and Doctrine (To be provided by HQ and District) .................... 36 1610 Public vs. Private Resource Utilization .................................................................... 36 1620 Best Response Concept ............................................................................................ 36 1630 Cleanup Assessment Protocol (How Clean is Clean) .............................................. 36 1640 Dispersant Pre-Approval/Monitoring/Decision Protocol ......................................... 37 1650 Insitu Burn Approval/Monitoring/Decision Protocol ............................................... 37 1660 Natural Resources (Fish and Wildlife Acts Compliance) ........................................ 37 1670 Protection of Historic Properties .............................................................................. 39 1680 Alternative Response Technical Evaluation System (ARTES)................................ 40 1690 Specialized Monitoring of Advanced Response Technology (SMART) ................. 40 1700 1800 1900 2100 Reserved ...................................................................................................................... 41 Reserved ...................................................................................................................... 41 Reserved for Area/District ......................................................................................... 41 Unified Command – Command Structure ............................................................... 42

2000 Command ................................................................................................................................ 42 2200 Command Staff Elements .......................................................................................... 42 2210 Federal Representative ............................................................................................. 42 2220 State Representative ................................................................................................. 43 6

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Responsible Party (RP) Representative .................................................................... 43 Safety............................................................................................................................ 44 Site Safety Plan ......................................................................................................... 44

2400 Information...................................................................................................................... 45 2410 Joint Information Center (JIC) ................................................................................. 45 2420 Media Contacts ......................................................................................................... 45 2500 2600 2700 2800 2900 Liaison ......................................................................................................................... 46 Reserved ...................................................................................................................... 46 Reserved ...................................................................................................................... 46 Reserved ...................................................................................................................... 46 Reserved for Area/District ......................................................................................... 46

3000 Operations............................................................................................................................... 47 3100 Operations Section...................................................................................................... 47 3110 Operations Section Chief .......................................................................................... 48 3120 Staging Area Manager .............................................................................................. 48 3200 Air Ops Branch ........................................................................................................... 48 3210 Air Tactical Group .................................................................................................... 48 3220 Air Support Group .................................................................................................... 48 3300 Recovery and Protection ............................................................................................ 48 3310 Protection Group ...................................................................................................... 48 3320 Shoreside Recovery Group ....................................................................................... 49 3330 Disposal Group ......................................................................................................... 49 3340 Decon Group ............................................................................................................ 49 3350 On Water Recovery Group ....................................................................................... 49 3400 Emergency Response Branch .................................................................................... 49 3410 SAR Group ............................................................................................................... 49 3420 Salvage Group .......................................................................................................... 50 3430 Fire Suppression Group ............................................................................................ 50 3440 Hazardous Material Group ....................................................................................... 50 3450 Medical Group .......................................................................................................... 51 3460 Law Enforcement Group .......................................................................................... 51 3500 Wildlife Branch ............................................................................................................... 51 3510 Wildlife Recovery Group ......................................................................................... 51 3520 Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.................................................................................. 51 4000 Planning ................................................................................................................................. 52 4100 Planning Section ......................................................................................................... 52 4110 Planning Section Chief ............................................................................................. 52 4200 Situation....................................................................................................................... 54 4210 Display Processor ..................................................................................................... 54 4220 Field Observer .......................................................................................................... 54 4230 Trajectory Analysis................................................................................................... 54 7

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Geographic Information System (GIS)..................................................................... 54 Resources at Risk (RAR) ......................................................................................... 54

4300 Resources ..................................................................................................................... 54 4310 Check-In Recorder.................................................................................................... 55 4320 Volunteer Management and Documentation ............................................................. 55 4400 4500 Documentation ............................................................................................................ 60 Demobilization ............................................................................................................ 60

4600 Environmental ............................................................................................................ 60 4610 Essential Fish Habitats (EFH) ......................................................................................... 60 4700 Technical Support ...................................................................................................... 63 4710 Legal ......................................................................................................................... 63 4720 Scientific Support Coordinator ................................................................................. 63 4730 Sampling ................................................................................................................... 63 4740 Disposal (Waste Management) ................................................................................. 64 4750 Alternative Response Technologies ......................................................................... 64 4800 Required Correspondence, Permits & Consultation .............................................. 65 4810 Administrative Orders .............................................................................................. 65 4820 Notice of Federal Interest ......................................................................................... 65 4830 Notice of Federal Assumption .................................................................................. 65 4840 Letter of Designation ................................................................................................ 66 4850 Fish and Wildlife Permits ......................................................................................... 66 4860 Endangered Species Act (ESA) Consultations ......................................................... 66 4870 Disposal .................................................................................................................... 67 4880 Dredging ................................................................................................................... 67 4890 Decanting .................................................................................................................. 67 4900 5100 5110 Reserved for Area/District ......................................................................................... 67 Logistics Section Organization .................................................................................. 68 Logistics Section Chief ............................................................................................ 68 5000 Logistics .................................................................................................................................. 68

5200 Service Branch ................................................................................................................ 70 5210 Communications ....................................................................................................... 70 5220 Medical ..................................................................................................................... 70 5230 Food .......................................................................................................................... 70 5300 5310 5320 5330 5340 5400 5500 5600 Support ........................................................................................................................ 70 Ground Support ........................................................................................................ 70 Vessel Support .......................................................................................................... 71 Supply ....................................................................................................................... 71 Facilities.................................................................................................................... 71 Reserved ...................................................................................................................... 71 Reserved ...................................................................................................................... 71 Reserved ...................................................................................................................... 71 8

5700 5800 6100 6110 6200 6300 6400 6500 6600 6700 6800 6900

Reserved ...................................................................................................................... 71 Reserved for Area/District ......................................................................................... 71 Finance/Administrative Section ................................................................................ 72 Finance/Administration Section Chief ..................................................................... 73 Fund Access ................................................................................................................. 73 Cost .............................................................................................................................. 73 Time ................................................................................................................................. 73 Procurement ................................................................................................................ 73 Compensation/Claims................................................................................................. 73 Reserved ...................................................................................................................... 73 Reserved ...................................................................................................................... 73 Reserved for Area/District ......................................................................................... 73

6000 Finance/Administration ......................................................................................................... 72

7000 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ................................................................................................. 74 7010 Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 74 7020 Background Information.................................................................................................. 75 7030 Authorities ....................................................................................................................... 76 7040 Hazardous Material Release Scenarios............................................................................ 76 7100 COMMAND ....................................................................................................................... 77 7110 Response Management Structure .................................................................................... 77 7120 Unified Command Objectives ......................................................................................... 80 7130 Health and Safety............................................................................................................. 80 7130.1 Safe Distance ................................................................................................................ 81 7130.2 Routes of Entry ............................................................................................................. 81 7130.3 Chemical Protective Clothing (CPC) ........................................................................... 82 7130.4 Respiratory Protection .................................................................................................. 83 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Response ...................................................................... 84 7140 Information Management ................................................................................................ 84 7140.1 Communication ............................................................................................................ 86 7150 Public Affairs................................................................................................................... 87 7200 OPERATIONS ................................................................................................................... 87 7210 Notifications and Reporting Requirements ..................................................................... 87 7210.1 Public Warning Systems and Emergency Public Notification ..................................... 88 7220 Detection and Surveillance .............................................................................................. 90 7230 Site Evaluation, Control and Management ...................................................................... 91 7240 Source Damage Assessment ............................................................................................ 94 7250 Evacuation, Shelters, and Shelter-in-Place ...................................................................... 94 7250.1 Anhydrous Ammonia (NH3) Warning System ............................................................ 94 7250.2 Other Public Protection Strategies ................................................................................ 95 7260 Ongoing Incident Assessment ......................................................................................... 95 7270 Containment and Cleanup ............................................................................................... 96 7280 Decontamination .............................................................................................................. 96 9

7300 PLANNING ........................................................................................................................ 97 7310 Obtaining Chemical Information ..................................................................................... 98 7320 Initial Response Actions and Hazard Identification ........................................................ 98 7330 Mitigation ........................................................................................................................ 99 7340 Long Term Cleanup ......................................................................................................... 99 7350 Disposal ......................................................................................................................... 100 7360 Natural Resource Trustee Issues.................................................................................... 101 7400 Finance/Administration and Logistics ........................................................................... 101 7410 Cost Documentation ...................................................................................................... 102 7420 Comprehensive Environment Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, 1980 ....... 102 7430 Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act Funding Process .. 103 7500 Response Resources ......................................................................................................... 104 7510.1 Commercial Resources ............................................................................................... 104 7510.2 Industry Specialized ................................................................................................... 104 7600 WMD Incident Response with a Terrorism Nexus....................................................... 107 7610 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 107 7620 Purpose .......................................................................................................................... 107 7630 Unified Command Organization ................................................................................... 108 7640 Operations Section Organization Model ....................................................................... 110 7650 Planning Section ............................................................................................................ 112 7660 Logistics Section............................................................................................................ 113 7700 RESERVED ..................................................................................................................... 115 7800 Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Glossary ....................................................................... 115 7810 Acronyms and Abbreviations ........................................................................................ 115 7820 Glossary .................................................................................................................. 116 8000 Marine Firefighting Plan ..................................................................................................... 120 8100 Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 120 8110 Authority........................................................................................................................ 121 8120 Purpose And Objectives ................................................................................................ 122 8130 Scope ............................................................................................................................. 122 8140 Readiness Coordination Group (RCG) .......................................................................... 123 8150 Policy ............................................................................................................................. 124 8151 Federal Policy ................................................................................................................ 124 8152 Coast Guard Policy ........................................................................................................ 124 8153 Sector St. Petersburg / Captain of the Port Policy ......................................................... 124 8154 State Policy .................................................................................................................... 124 8155 Local Policy ................................................................................................................... 125 8156 Responsible Party Policy ............................................................................................... 126 8160 Boundaries ..................................................................................................................... 126 8161 Geographic Boundaries ................................................................................................. 126 8162 Coastal Jurisdictions ...................................................................................................... 127 8163 Hillsborough County Boundaries .................................................................................. 127 8164 The Tampa Port Authority, St. Petersburg or the Manatee Port Authority ................... 128 8170 Fire Fighting Operations................................................................................................ 128 8180 Responsibility ................................................................................................................ 129 10

8181 USCG COTP St. Petersburg Responsibilities: .............................................................. 129 8182 Local Fire Department ................................................................................................... 130 8183 Vessel Master ................................................................................................................ 130 8184 Joint Responsibilities ..................................................................................................... 131 8190 Procedures for Reviewing, Updating, and Exercising ................................................... 131 8191 Responsibility ................................................................................................................ 131 8192 Exercises ........................................................................................................................ 131 8193 Fire Department Training .............................................................................................. 131 8200 COMMAND ..................................................................................................................... 132 8210 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 132 8220 Command and Control................................................................................................... 132 8230 Unified Command ......................................................................................................... 132 8240 Coordination of Special Forces ..................................................................................... 133 8250 Termination of Response Actions ................................................................................. 134 8300 OPERATIONS ................................................................................................................. 134 8310 Vessel Actions ............................................................................................................... 134 8311 Entry Restrictions .......................................................................................................... 135 8320 Sector St. Petersburg Notifications ................................................................................ 135 8330 Coast Guard Initial Actions ........................................................................................... 136 8340 Fire Department Actions ............................................................................................... 136 8350 Firefighting Alternatives................................................................................................ 137 8360 Initial Fire Response Checklist ...................................................................................... 137 8370 Firefighting Operations.................................................................................................. 139 8380 Machinery & Engineering Space Fire ........................................................................... 139 8400 PLANNING ...................................................................................................................... 140 8410 Tampa Bay Specific Scenarios ...................................................................................... 140 8420 Considerations in Selecting a Shoreside Location to fight a Shipboard Fire ................ 148 8430 Considerations in Selecting Firefighting Anchorages ................................................... 148 8440 Vessel Information ........................................................................................................ 148 8441 Lay-up Status ................................................................................................................. 148 8442 Plans and Vessel Data.................................................................................................... 149 8443 International Shore Connection ..................................................................................... 149 8444 Passenger Ship in Port Fire Watch ................................................................................ 149 8500 LOGISTICS ..................................................................................................................... 149 8510 Local Response Resources ............................................................................................ 150 8511 General Resources ......................................................................................................... 150 8511.11 Captain of the Port .................................................................................................... 150 8511.12 Police Department (Law Enforcement) .................................................................... 150 8511.13 Vessel Master ........................................................................................................... 150 8511.14 Terminal Manager .................................................................................................... 150 8511.15 Vessel Agents ........................................................................................................... 150 8511.16 Marine Chemist ........................................................................................................ 150 8511.17 Corps of Engineers ................................................................................................... 151 8511.18 Naval Architect ......................................................................................................... 151 8511.19 Pilots Association ..................................................................................................... 151 8512 Firefighting Equipment Summary ................................................................................. 151 11

8520 Communications ............................................................................................................ 151 8521 Marine Communications ............................................................................................... 151 8522 Harbor Traffic Control................................................................................................... 151 8523 Shore Communications ................................................................................................. 151 8600 Finance.............................................................................................................................. 152 8610 General........................................................................................................................... 152 8620 Federal Funds ................................................................................................................ 152 9000 Appendices ............................................................................................................................ 153 9100 Emergency Notification ............................................................................................ 153 9110 Emergency Notification List .................................................................................. 153 9120 Response Guidance ................................................................................................ 170 9130 Response Strategies ................................................................................................ 172 9140 Response Checklist ................................................................................................. 174 9200 Personnel and Services Directory ........................................................................... 179 9210 Federal Resources/Agencies ................................................................................... 179 9220 State Resources/ Agencies ...................................................................................... 184 9230 Local Resources/ Agencies..................................................................................... 184 9240 Private Resources ................................................................................................... 185 9250 Federal Resources ................................................................................................... 197 9260 State Resources ....................................................................................................... 197 9270 Firefighting Resources............................................................................................ 207 9280 Sector St. Petersburg Area Scientific/Technical Expertise Contacts ..................... 253 9300 Draft Incident Action Plan ...................................................................................... 254 9310 Site Safety Plan ....................................................................................................... 254 9320 Demobilization Plan ............................................................................................... 254 9330 Disposal Plan .......................................................................................................... 254 9340 Water Intakes .......................................................................................................... 262 9350 Staging Areas.......................................................................................................... 265 9400 Area Planning Documentation ................................................................................ 267 9410 Discharge and Release History............................................................................... 267 9420 Scenarios................................................................................................................. 268 9430 ACP Distribution List ............................................................................................. 290 9440 Spill Funding Procedures ....................................................................................... 291 9500 9510 9600 List of Agreements .................................................................................................... 292 MOUs ..................................................................................................................... 292 Conversions ............................................................................................................... 294

9700 List of Response Resources ...................................................................................... 294 9710 Geographic Response Plans ................................................................................... 294 9720 Sensitive Area Information ..................................................................................... 297 9730 Chemical Countermeasures .................................................................................... 301 9740 Incident Management Handbook (IMH) ................................................................ 303 9750 ICS Form Database................................................................................................. 303 9760 NCP Product List.................................................................................................... 303 12

Glossary .......................................................................................................................................... 308 9900 Sector St. Petersburg Area Scientific/Technical Expertise Contacts.......................... 311

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1000 Introduction
In response to the EXXON VALDEZ oil spill in Alaska, the United States government quickly enacted legislation to specifically address many of the deficiencies identified in the response system at that time. These included a lack of a unified effort between local, state and federal stakeholders, no common defined response structure federal, state or local, poor information management to the press, public and other affected parties, and minimal information exchange between all parties. The development of the ACP through the area committee is essential in addressing and rectifying these issues. The Area Contingency Plan (ACP) is a plan prepared by the Area Committee (AC) that is developed to be implemented in conjunction with the National Contingency Plan (NCP) and the Regional Contingency Plan (RCP), to address removal of oil and hazardous substances. The boundary of the area this plan covers includes those areas within the jurisdiction of the U.S. Coast Guard Sector St. Petersburg. The area contingency planning process is based on the premise that proper planning is essential to a safe and effective response. In keeping with the Coast Guard Commandant's motto, “Preparation Equals Performance”, the Area Committee seeks to enhance the response community’s ability to successfully mitigate substantial threats or actual incidents through an effective and coordinated planning process. The purpose of the plan is to define roles, responsibilities, resources and procedures necessary respond to a myriad of spill response evolutions. It is important to note that the ACP is a plan for use in responding to an incident. Information found in the plan relating to such items as response resources should not be viewed as performance standards. These are planning criteria based on a set of assumptions that may not exist during an actual incident The ACP is formatted within an ICS framework and utilizes the Incident Command System. As an overview Section 1000 provides the authority and theoretical framework for the current response system in the United States. Section 2000 Command discusses the Unified Command concept while detailing the staff responsibilities of the Unified Command members including the Information, Safety and Liaison positions. Section 3000 Operations describes the structure and role of the Operations section including geographic response plans, which divide the entire COTP zone into manageable areas. The links to the maps provide all of the information necessary to identify sensitive areas and plan response operations. Section 4000 Planning provides the Planning Section structure and roles while detailing required correspondence, and permit and consultation procedures. Section 5000 Logistics addresses the Logistics Section while Section 6000 Finance details the Finance and Administration Section. Section 7000 Hazardous Materials is reserved for further development and Section 8000 Marine Fire Fighting houses the Marine Fire Fighting Plan. The final section, Section 9000 Appendices, contains the appendices for the plan and they include notification procedures, personnel and resource directories, a draft IAP and other relevant documentation. All USCG ACPs will be in this basic format to allow for consistency across the nation while still accounting for geographic differences. This format also allows for easier manipulation in a computer medium. This plan will be digitized and available for downloading from the USCG Sector St. Petersburg’s web site.

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1100 Authority 1110 Captain of the Port Authority
Executive Order 12777 of 22 October 1991 designated the following responsibilities for the Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard (through the Secretary of Transportation) for the coastal zone, and for the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for the inland zone. The term “coastal zone” is defined in the current NCP (40 CFR 300.5) to mean all United States waters subject to the tide, United States waters of the Great Lakes, specified ports and harbors on inland rivers, and the waters of the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). The Coast Guard has designated as areas, those portions of the Captain of the Port (COTP) zones, which are within the coastal zone, for which Area Committees will prepare Area Contingency Plans. The COTP zones are described in Coast Guard regulations (33 CFR Part 3).

1120 Response System Authority
Section 4202 of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA 90) amended Subsection (j) of Section 311 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (FWPCA) (33 U.S.C. 1321 (j)) to address the development of a National Planning and Response System. As part of this system, Area Committees have been established for each area designated by the President. These Area Committees are comprised of qualified personnel from federal, state, and local agencies. Each Area Committee, under the direction of the Federal On-Scene Coordinator (FOSC) for the area, is responsible for developing an Area Contingency Plan (ACP). This development process includes appointing Area Committee members, determining information to be included in Area Contingency Plans, and reviewing and approving Area Contingency Plans. The ACP, when implemented in conjunction with the National Contingency Plan (NCP), shall be adequate to remove a worst case discharge of oil or a hazardous substance. In addition, it shall also mitigate or prevent a substantial threat of such a discharge, from a vessel, offshore facility, or onshore facility operating in or near the geographic area. Each Area Committee is responsible for working with state and local officials to pre-plan for joint response efforts, including appropriate procedures for mechanical recovery, dispersal, shoreline cleanup, protection of sensitive environmental areas, and protection, rescue, and rehabilitation of fisheries and wildlife. The Area Committee is also required to work with state and local officials to expedite decisions for the use of dispersants and other mitigating substances and devices.

1130 Investigative Authority
Several federal, state, and local agencies have a direct role in the enforcement of applicable laws and regulations associated with a discharge, or substantial threat of a discharge, of oil into the navigable waters of the U.S. The investigation into alleged violations of the many applicable laws and regulations require a coordinated effort among the several agencies. These agencies include USCG, MMS and FDEP.

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1130.1 The United States Coast Guard The U.S. Coast Guard has enforcement and investigative authority for a significant array of potential violations of federal laws and regulations, as well as enforcement actions under applicable international treaties. Federal laws and regulations associated with a discharge or a substantial threat of a discharge of oil include applicable components of the Clean Water Act as amended; the Oil Pollution Act of 1990; the Ports and Waterways Act; The Port and Tanker Safety Act; The Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships (1980), as amended; and, Annex I of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973, as modified by the Protocol of 1978 (MARPOL 73/78). In addition, authorities pursuant to 46 USC 7701 and 46 USC 6101 relate to personnel actions (licensed mariners), and marine casualties, respectively. The federal regulations associated with potential investigative or enforcement interest under these circumstances include, though are not limited to, applicable sections of 46 CFR with particular attention to Parts 4, 5, 16; 33 CFR Parts 126, 130, 151, 153-160; and 40 CFR Parts 116, and 117. Potential federal enforcement actions associated with a pollution discharge may include, but are not limited to: the collection of statements and evidence to determine the causes of the associated marine casualty, mandatory chemical testing of involved licensed personnel, and the collection of oil samples in the water and on suspect vessels. 1130.2 United States Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service (MMS) The MMS’s regulatory authority for accident investigation of offshore oil and gas facilities and related operations is based on the provisions in 30 CFR Part 250.19, Accident Reports (see also the OCS Lands Act Amendments, September 18, 1979, 43 USC 1801, Title II, Sec 208, Sec 22 (d) (1)). The MMS Manual states that the agency’s principal objectives in conducting accident investigations are: “...to ensure consistent data collection and investigation of accidents in order to gather the information necessary to determine the cause(s) and to make appropriate recommendations for any corrective action needed. The primary goals are to prevent the recurrence of accidents, to enhance the safety of operations, and to protect the environment.” (MMS Manual, Program Series, Part 640, Rules and Operations, Chapter 3, Accident Data Collection and Investigation, August 3, 1992). The MMS manual further states in Chapter 3.3.(A.) that “unless otherwise specifically ordered by the Director, all investigations...shall be fact-finding proceedings with no criminal issues and no adverse parties. The purpose of the investigation is to prepare a public report.” An August 29, 1989 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the MMS and USCG provides guidelines for convening accident panels and coordinating accident investigations between the two agencies.

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1130.3 The State of Florida, Department of Environmental Protection Florida statute Section 376.031(12) designates FDEP as the lead agency in responding to all discharges of pollutants that occur in coastal waters, estuaries, tidal flats, beaches and lands adjoining the seacoast of Florida. Additional information can be found in Florida’s Coastal Pollutant Spill Contingency Plan which is maintained by Florida Bureau of Environmental Response. 1130.4 Local Enforcement Authorities Local agencies rely on the authority of the federal and state agencies to investigate, respond and penalize for incidents within their respective regulatory jurisdiction. These agencies are detailed in Appendices 9110 Emergency Services and 9230 Personnel Services.

1200 Geographic Boundaries
Refer to Map 1 for a pictorial representation of the Area of Responsibility.

1210 Area of Responsibility
The USCG and EPA have designated boundaries between coastal and inland zones for the purpose of providing On-Scene Coordinators for response operations. The Coast Guard furnishes the OSC for the coastal zone and the EPA for the inland zone. Sector St. Petersburg’s Captain of the Port (COTP) Area of Responsibility(AOR) is specified in 33 CFR 3.35-35 as follows: The area starting at the intersection of the Florida coast with longitude 83 50’W (30 00’N 83 50’W); mouth of the Fenholloway River, thence due north to a position 30 15’N 83 50’W; thence due west to a position 30 15’N 84 45’W; thence due north to the Florida-Georgia boundary at longitude 84 45’W; thence easterly along the Florida-Georgia boundary at longitude 84 45 W; thence easterly along the Florida-Georgia boundary to longitude 83 00’W; thence southeasterly to 28 00’’N 81 30’W; thence south to the northern Collier county boundary; thence eastward along the northern Collier county boundary to the intersection with Broward county; thence southerly along the eastern Collier county boundary to the intersection of the Collier and Monroe county boundaries; thence westerly along the southern Collier county boundary encompassing all of Collier county. The western offshore boundary of the Tampa Captain of the Port Zone is a line bearing 199 T from the intersection of the Florida coast at 30 00’N, 083 50’W Longitude to the offshore extent of the EEZ, and on the south at the Collier/Monroe counties coastal boundary line bearing 245 T from a point 25 48.20’ N, 081 20.65’ W to the extent of the EEZ. These boundaries recognize the Coast Guard’s primary responsibility over discharges and releases in navigable waters from vessels and waterfront facilities as defined in 33 CFR 126.01 and EPA’s primary responsibility for discharges and releases that occur on land. Since realistically the discharge may occur in both zones simultaneously as a general rule, the location of the source of the discharge , will be the determining factor of which agency provides the OSC. When the discharge or release occurs and remains within one agency’s boundary, it is clear which agency will provide the OSC. In these cases, when requested by the other agency each agency will provide support, within the limits of their resources, ,

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to the other’s OSC. When a spill occurs in one zone and flows, or threatens to flow, into another either: (1) the EPA will provide the OSC and the CG will assist the EPA with waterside clean-up operations or (2) by mutual agreement, the CG would provide the OSC and resources. Communication and coordination between EPA and CG OSCs is vital to an effective federal response

Map 1 - Geographic Boundaries – Area of Responsibility

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For planning and response purposes Sector St. Petersburg’s COTP AOR is divided into three areas, North, Central and South as described below. 1210.1 North Area The COTP St. Petersburg, FL Northern area is comprised of the area starting at the intersection of the Florida coast with longitude 83 50’W (30 00’N 83’50’W); thence due south including Taylor, Dixie, Levy, Citrus and Hernando counties and ending the southerly boundary at the intersection of the Florida coast at latitude 28 26’N (Hernando/Pasco County Lines). The western offshore boundary of the Tampa Captain of the Port Zone is a line bearing 199 T from the intersection of the Florida coast at 30 00’N,083 50’W Longitude to the offshore extent of the EEZ. For the Geographic Response Plan for this area see 9710.3 Response Resources. 1210.2 Central Area The COTP St. Petersburg, FL Central area is comprised of the area starting at the intersection of the Florida coast at latitude 280’26’N (Hernando/Pasco County Lines); thence due south including Pasco, Pinellas, Hillsborough and Manatee counties and ending the southerly boundary at the intersection of the Florida coast at latitude 27 23’N (Manatee/Sarasota County Lines). For the Geographic Response Plan for this area see 9710.4 Response Resources. 1210.3 South Area The COTP St. Petersburg, FL Southern area is comprised of the area starting at the intersection of the Florida coast at latitude 270’23’N (Manatee/Sarasota County Lines); ; thence south to the northern Collier county boundary; thence eastward along the northern Collier county boundary to the intersection with Broward county; thence southerly along the eastern Collier county boundary to the intersection of the Collier and Monroe county boundaries; thence westerly along the southern Collier county boundary encompassing all of Collier county. The western offshore boundary of the Tampa Captain of the Port Zone is a line bearing 199 T from the intersection of the Florida coast at 30 00’N, 083 50’W Longitude to the offshore extent of the EEZ, and on the south at the Collier/Monroe counties coastal boundary line bearing 245 T from a point 25 48.20’ N, 081 20.65’ W to the extent of the EEZ. For the Geographic Response Plan for this area See 9710.5 Response Resources.

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300 Area Committee 1310 Purpose
The primary role of the Area Committee is to act as a preparedness and planning body. Area Committees are composed of experienced environmental/response representatives from federal, state and local government agencies with definitive responsibilities for the area’s environmental integrity. Each member is empowered by their own agency to make decisions on behalf of the agency and to commit the agency to carrying out roles and responsibilities as described in this plan.

1320 Organization
The pre-designated FOSC for the area will serve as chairman of the Committee. The FOSC will designate the vice-chairman, select the Committee members, and provide general direction and guidance for the Committee. The four standing subcommittees are the Executive Steering Subcommittee, Scientific Support Subcommittee, Preparedness Subcommittee and the Resources Subcommittee. The FOSC should solicit the advice of the RRT to determine appropriate representatives from federal and state agencies. The Area Committee is encouraged to solicit advice, guidance, or expertise from all appropriate sources and establish subcommittees as necessary to accomplish the preparedness and planning tasks. The primary role of the Area Committee is to act as a preparedness and planning body. Area Committees are made up of experienced environmental/response representatives from federal, state and local government agencies with definitive responsibilities for the area’s environmental integrity. Each member is empowered by their own agency to make decisions on behalf of the agency and to commit the agency to carry out ing roles and responsibilities as described in this plan. Members of subcommittees may be from governmental organizations, facility owners/operators, shipping company representative, cleanup contractors, emergency response groups, consultants, response organizations and concerned citizens, who will assist with the Area Committee’s development and maintenance of the Area Contingency Plan. For detailed information see Appendix 9400 Area Planning Documentation. 1320.1 Executive Steering Committee The Executive Steering Subcommittee was established in 1998 to guide the Area Committee. It provides the necessary oversight for the Area Committee, which allows for more efficient operation. These subcommittee members review the area plans and provide guidance on the development of strategic goals for the ACP. In addition, they develop and prioritize work lists, establish new subcommittees as necessary, and task subcommittee as appropriate. The Executive Steering Committee shall have the following representatives: Chairman, FOSC Vice Chairman, SOSC

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Scientific Support Coordinator NOAA Hazmat Preparedness Subcommittee Chairman Scientific Support Subcommittee Chairman Resource Subcommittee Industry Representative 1320.2 Scientific Support Subcommittee The Scientific Support Subcommittee is tasked with developing, examining and maintaining economic and environmentally sensitive areas, response strategies for use in these sensitive areas, prioritizing sensitive areas for protection, and developing site-specific response strategies, including the possibility of pre-staging response equipment in the vicinity. In addition, they will identify all appropriate countermeasures, mechanical and others such as dispersants, chemical agents, and other spill mitigating substances or devices, including preapproval or disapproval, for offshore and shoreline areas. This includes mapping out sensitive areas with natural collection sites, boom sites and specific response strategies. The environmentally sensitive areas will include fish and wildlife areas, sensitive areas (slow to recover), and human use areas (water intakes, archaeological and tribal use areas, recreational areas, marinas, aquaculture, etc.). 1320.3 Preparedness Subcommittee The Preparedness Subcommittee is tasked with developing, examining and maintaining strategies for responding to spills, contingency planning, and drills and exercises. 1320.4 Resources Subcommittee The Resource Subcommittee is comprised of a chair and representatives from the USCG, FDEP, and industry. As required, expertise will be sought from the general response community based on topic and area of expertise. All information will be based on input from the Scientific Support Committee and Resource Committee. The Resources Subcommittee is tasked with developing, examining, and maintaining lists of all resources required to respond to an oil spill event, including, but not limited to OSROs, major response equipment, logistics, personnel, information resources, and special forces.

1330 Charter Members
Subcommittee participants may include facility owners/operators, shipping company representatives, cleanup contractors, emergency response officials, marine pilots associations, academia, environmental groups, consultants, response organizations and concerned citizens. The FOSC will appoint subcommittee members and direct the Area Committee’s development and maintenance of the Area Contingency Plan.

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1340 Revision & Update Requirements
Area Contingency Plans shall be reviewed annually with major revisions occurring every 3 years. Plans shall be reviewed annually anytime within the calendar year with the following areas examined and updated: emergency notification lists, response equipment information (type and amount of available equipment), sensitive areas, hazard/risk assessment of the area, response strategies (changes based on new technologies or equipment, etc), and/or dispersants approval. Major revisions will be based on Commandant or District mandated revisions or modifications, which would substantially impact the format or content of the Plan. Any changes to the plan must be noted on the record of changes page. All changes will be submitted to CCGD7 for approval. Once changes are approved an instruction for a page change will be issued to distribution by Sector St. Petersburg.

1400 National Response System
The National Response System (NRS) was developed to coordinate all government agencies with responsibility for environmental protection, in a focused response strategy for the immediate and effective clean up of an oil or hazardous substance discharge. The NRS is designed to support the FOSC and facilitate responses to a discharge or threatened discharge of oil or a hazardous substance. The NRS is used for all spills, including a Spill of National Significance (SONS). When appropriate, the NRS is designed to incorporate a unified command and control support mechanism. (See Figure 1 - National Response System)

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Figure 1 - National Response System

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1410 National Response Policy
Section 4201 of OPA 90 amended Subsection (c) of Section 311 of the FWPCA, to require the FOSC to: “in accordance with the National Contingency Plan and any appropriate Area Contingency Plan, ensure effective and immediate removal of a discharge, and mitigation or prevention of a substantial threat of a discharge, of oil or a hazardous substance into or on the navigable waters; on the adjoining shorelines to the navigable waters; into or on the waters of the exclusive economic zone; or that may affect natural resources belonging to, appertaining to, or under the exclusive management authority of the United States. In carry ing out these functions, the FOSC may: remove or arrange for the removal of a discharge, and mitigate or prevent a substantial threat of a discharge, at anytime; direct or monitor all Federal, State, and private actions to remove a discharge; and recommend to the Commandant that a vessel discharging or threatening to discharge, be removed and, if necessary, destroyed. If the discharge or substantial threat of discharge of oil or hazardous substance is of such size or character as to be a substantial threat to the public health or welfare of the United States, (including but not limited to fish, shellfish, wildlife, other natural resources, and the public and private beaches and shorelines of the United States), the FOSC shall direct all federal, state, and private actions to remove the discharge or to mitigate or prevent the threat of the discharge.”

1420 National Response Structure
The NRS is a three tiered response and preparedness mechanism that supports the pre-designated FOSC in coordinating national, regional, local government agencies, industry, and the responsible party during response operations. The FOSC plans and coordinates response strategies on scene, using the support of the National Response Team (NRT), Regional Response Team (RRT), Area Committees, and responsible parties to supply trained personnel, equipment, and scientific support to complete an immediate and effective response to any oil or hazardous substance discharge. 1420.1 SONS A Spill of National Significance (SONS) is that rare, catastrophic spill event which captures the nation’s attention due to its actual damage or significant potential for adverse environmental impact. A SONS is defined as a spill, which greatly exceeds the response capability at the local and regional levels, and due to its size, location, and actual or potential for adverse impact on the environment requires extraordinary coordination of federal, state, local and private resources to contain and clean up. Only the Commandant of the Coast Guard or the Administrator of the EPA can declare a SONS. Once the Commandant declares a SONS, an FOSC and Incident Area Commander will be designated, an Area Command will be established with all pre-designated ICS Area Command staff personnel on immediate alert and all other affected departments

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1430 National Response Team (NRT)
The NRT’s membership consists of 15 federal agencies with responsibilities, interests and expertise in various aspects of emergency response to pollution incidents. The EPA serves as chairman and the Coast Guard serves as Vice- chairman of the NRT, except when activated for a specific incident. The NRT is primarily a national planning, policy and coordination body and does not respond directly to incidents. The NRT provides policy guidance prior to an incident and assistance as requested by an OSC via an RRT during an incident. NRT assistance usually takes the form of technical advice, access to additional resources/equipment, or coordination with other RRTs. National Response Team Members are as follows: Environmental Protection Agency-Chair U.S. Coast Guard Vice-Chair Department of Agriculture (DOA) Department of Commerce (DOC) Department of Defense (DOD) Department of Energy (DOE) Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Department of Interior (DOI) Department of Justice (DOJ) Department of Labor (DOL) Department of State (DOS) Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Government Supply Agency (GSA) Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)

1440 Regional Response Team (RRT)
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representation. The EPA chair and the Coast Guard co-chair do not respond directly to incidents, they oversee RRT’s development of Regional Contingency Plans for their regions. These plans address region specific issues and provide guidance to the OSCs for developing their area plans. The RRTs also provide one level of review for the Area Contingency Plans. The RRTs may be activated for specific incidents when requested by the OSC. If the assistance requested by an OSC exceeds an RRT’s capability the RRT , may request assistance from the NRT. During an incident the RRT may either be alerted by telephone or convened. The cognizant RRTs will also be consulted by the OSC on the approval/disapproval of the use of chemical countermeasures when that decision has not been pre-approved. In those instances where a possible public health emergency exists, the OSC should notify the Health and Human Services (HHS) representative to the RRT. Throughout response actions, the OSC may call upon the HHS representative for assistance in determining public health threats and call upon the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and HHS for advice on worker health and safety problems. The OSC shall submit pollution reports to the RRT and other appropriate agencies as significant developments occur during response actions, through communications networks or procedures agreed to by the RRT.

1450 Area Response Structure
The establishment of an ICS Area Command can occur with the District Commander filling the role of Incident Area Commander. This organization would be particularly useful for incidents which are challenging to the local commanders but do not demand national attention. At this level most billets would be drawn from district level resources, District Response Groups, and aimed at reducing the overhead to be managed by the Incident Commander. Further, Incident Management Teams can be called upon to augment the Incident Commander’s staff. This ability to project a flexible response facilitates an expanding or contracting response effort, drawing upon one of the strengths of ICS. (See Figure 2 - Area Command Structure). The Incident Area Commander will have overall responsibility for the incident strategic management. The Incident Commanders (FOSCs), will be notified of the establishment of an Area Command with the best qualified personnel with respect to their functional areas. The functions of an Area Command require personnel that have experience in, and are qualified to oversee, complex response situations. The Incident Area Command organization operates under the same basic principles as does the Incident Command System with the organization typically consisting of the Incident Area Commander and Incident Area Command Logistics Chief, Planning Chief, Resources Unit Leader, Situation Unit Leader, Information Officer and Liaison Officer. Flexibility exists to add a Finance Chief and/or a Chief of Staff. The Incident Area Command has the responsibility to set the overall incident related strategic priorities, to allocate critical resources based on those priorities, to ensure that the incident is properly managed and to ensure incident objectives are met, and do not conflict with each other or with agency policy When an . Incident Area Command is established, Incident Commanders (FOSCs), will report to the Incident Area Commander with the Incident Area

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The suggested composition of an ICS Area Command is as follows: Incident Area Command Position ICS Area Unified Commander ICS Area Commander Information Officer Protocol Officer Planning Section Chief Situation Unit Leader Resource Unit Leader Logistics Section Chief Seggested/Recommended Billet USCG Area Commander Deputy Lant/Pac Area(m)(O-6) G-MO (O-6) or CO NSFCC (O-6) G-CP (O-6) C-CC (O-5) LANT/PAC AREA (ACP/PCP)(O-4) NSFCC CO/XO (O-6/5) NSFCC PREP Team Leader (O-4) NSFCC OPS (O-4) MLC Lant/PAC (0-6)

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Figure 2 - Area Command Structure

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1460 Incident Command System
To standardize response management, the Coast Guard has adopted the National Interagency Incident Management System (NIMS) based Incident Command System (ICS). While Vessel Response Plans (VRPs) and Facility Response Plans (FRPs) are required to have a management system compatible with the Area Contingency Plan, there is no requirement for VRPs and FRPs to follow strict ICS. Where appropriate, the FOSC shall establish a unified command consisting of the FOSC, the State Incident Commander, and the Responsible Party Incident Manager. The FOSC is responsible for assigning individuals from within the response community (Federal, State, local or private), as necessary, to fill the designated positions. It should be noted, however, that one individual may fill several of the designated positions. These assignments will be predicated on the nature of the spill and the need for extensive manning. A major advantage of the ICS organization is the ability to expand and contract organizationally as required by the incident. For some incidents only a few of the organization’s functional elements maybe required. For larger or more complicated responses, additional positions exist within the ICS framework to meet virtually any need. The ICS organization is built around five major functions that are applied on any incident, large or small. These functions are the Incident Command, and the Operations, Planning, Logistics and Finance Sections. These functions are detailed in Section 2000-6000 of this plan. These sections will provide generic descriptions and apply directly to the Sector St. Petersburg COTP area of responsibility See Figure 3 - Standard Incident Command System. . Incident Command System forms and job aids can be obtained on the world wide web at http://response.restoration.noaa.gov/oilaids/ICS/intro.html . Refer to the Incident Management Handbook (IMH) for the Incident Command System prepared by USCG, Office of Response (G-MOR-3) for specific information on all duties and positions. Refer to Appendix 9740 Incident Management Handbook for the IMH and 9750 ICS Form Database for ICS forms. This section will only provide a brief overview and information specific to the COTP St. Petersburg zone.

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Figure 3 - Standard Incident Command System

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1470 Area Exercise Mechanism
The opportunity to exercise this plan and components of this plan presents itself via the National Preparedness for Response Exercise Program (NPREP or PREP). The final PREP guidelines apply to facilities, vessels, and pipelines. The Area exercises are divided into two classification categories: internal and external. The internal exercises are: • • • Notification Drills (quarterly) Spill Management Team Tabletop Exercises (annually) Equipment Deployment Exercises (annually)

The external exercises are Government led exercises and Industry led exercises. The Federal On-scene Coordinator (FOSC) is responsible for planning, designing, and executing the internal exercises. The National Strike Force Coordination Center (NSFCC) is responsible for scheduling the external exercises and the appropriate FOSC remains involved in the planning, design, and execution of the Government led exercises. The FOSC will consult in exercise development and will participate as appropriate in the Industry led exercises. The scope and objectives of internal and external Area exercises are detailed in the PREP guidelines. Members of the Area Committee and response community will be involved in each type of exercise to some degree, varying from the confirmation of a phone number to assisting in the design of a scenario and performing as a controller or evaluator of the exercise. Participating n the PREP and utilization of the PREP guidance will ensure that all federal exercise requirements mandated by OPA 90 have been met.

1480 National Response Plan
The Department of Homeland Security published The National Response Plan (NRP) in December of 2004. The NRP establishes a comprehensive all-hazards approach to enhance the ability of the United States to manage domestic incidents. The plan incorporates best practices and procedures from incident management disciplines—homeland security, emergency management, law enforcement, firefighting, public works, public health, responder and recovery worker health and safety, emergency medical services, and the private sector—and integrates them into a unified structure. It forms the basis of how the federal government coordinates with state, local, and tribal governments and the private sector during incidents. The full text document is available on the DHS website at http://www.dhs.gov/interweb/assetlibrary/NRP_FullText.pdf.

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1500 State and Local Response System 1510 State Response System/Policy
It is the policy of the State, to assist the Federal On-Scene Coordinator in response to pollutant spills in Florida. No state funds shall be expended for the removal of a coastal pollutant until federal funds have been used to the maximum extent possible, or until federal authorities have declined to expend federal funds in a cleanup effort. It is the policy of the state to respond immediately to all oil spills, control the source of any oil spill to contain any discharge to the maximum extent possible. Mechanical and other physical control methods shall be the preferred method for removal of oil from the environment with subsequent proper disposal. The option of taking no mitigative actions should be considered when such actions would cause greater environmental damage than the spilled oil alone. The use of oil spill cleanup agents shall be subject to the Administrator of FDEP’s best judgment and coordinated with the federal OSC and EPA representative to the RRT. Whenever it is determined the responsible party for the discharge is taking adequate action to remove and mitigate its effects, the principle thrust of the state is to observe, monitor and provide advice and counsel, as maybe necessary. The FOSC or FDEP will take steps to access the applicable state or federal fund to ensure adequate cleanup whenever they determine the responsible party for the discharge was unknown, did not act promptly take proper and appropriate actions to contain, cleanup and dispose of , the oil or oily debris, or the total clean up costs are beyond those expected to be borne by the responsible party. In addition the responsible party must also protect the environment and adhere to safety practices. The State Warning Point is the state of Florida’s emergency notification center. The State Warning Point can contact the appropriate FDEP office and other emergency responders in the event of an emergency The phone . number is (850) 413-9911 or 1-800-320-0519.

1520 Local Response System/Policy
In the geographical area covered by this plan, the local response system is based on a Unified Command system, however individual counties also have general plans regarding response to spills in their area of responsibility. For small spills the federal, state and local authorities will coordinate an appropriate response. In accordance with the NCP, if it is not feasible for Sector personnel to investigate a spill report, then local resources may conduct the initial investigation. The local response policy for the geographical area covered by this plan is based on a concept of cooperation and mutual assistance. In accordance with the NCP.

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1600 National Policy and Doctrine (To be provided by HQ and District) 1610 Public vs. Private Resource Utilization 1620 Best Response Concept 1630 Cleanup Assessment Protocol (How Clean is Clean)
It is almost impossible to fully prevent shoreline oiling during a spill. The responder’s approach to the cleanup of an oiled shoreline is as important as how they approach the containment and protection priorities. The need for responders and planners to think through cleanup methods in advance of a moving oil slick is critical. Several considerations must be made before a proper cleanup plan can be initiated. First, the type and quantity of the oil that will likely impact the shore must be determined. Oil types vary greatly and have a major influence on the degree of impact, ease of cleanup, and persistence of the contamination. For example, lighter fuels (diesel, home heating fuel and light crude oils) will evaporate quickly, but tend to be more toxic and penetrate the shoreline sediments to a greater degree. Heavy oils (bunker C, #6 fuel and heavy crude oils) are less toxic to shoreline ecosystems and do not penetrate finer sediments, but they are very persistent, difficult to clean, and may smother shoreline organisms. Second, the type of shoreline that is predicted to be impacted must be identified and mapped. Both state and federal mapping projects have successfully categorized much of the U.S. shoreline in terms of habitat sensitivity to spilled oil. The most widely used characterization scheme for shorelines is the NOAA Environmental Sensitivity Index (ESI). The ESI ranks shorelines in terms of their relative sensitivity to oil spill impacts, predicted rates of removal of stranded oil by processes such as waves and currents which naturally clean the shoreline, and ease of cleanup. Shoreline types, from the least to most sensitive are: 1. Exposed rocky cliffs and seawalls 2. Wave cut rocky platforms 3. Fine to medium-grained sand beaches 4. Coarse-grained sand beaches 5. Mixed sand and gravel beaches 6. Gravel beaches/Rip-rap 7. Exposed tidal flats 8. Sheltered rocky shores/man-made structures 9. Sheltered tidal flats 10. Marshes/mangroves

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1640 Dispersant Pre-Approval/Monitoring/Decision Protocol
Dispersants are specially designed oil spill products that are composed of detergent-like surfactants in low toxicity solvents. Dispersants do not actually remove oil from the water. Instead, they break the oil slick into small particles, which then disperse into the water where they are further broken down by natural processes. Dispersion of oil into the water column occurs naturally in untreated spills; dispersants just speed up the process. Dispersants also prevent the oil droplets from coming together again and forming another surface slick. Dispersants also reduce the ability of the oil to attach to birds and other animals, shoreline rocks, and vegetation. Fire and explosion hazards are lessened because dispersants reduce evaporation of volatile oil components. The effects of the rapidly diluted dispersed oil must be weighted against the effects of that oil if it were allowed to impact wildlife populations or the shoreline. Dispersants may be applied to oil from airplanes, helicopters, or vessels. Dispersant spray systems are designed to provide the correct droplet size and dosage, as both are important factors in effective oil dispersal. The volume of dispersant applied is a fraction of the volume of oil treated, with a typical dispersant to oil ratio of 1:20. Because of the tradeoffs involved (i.e., relative benefits and potential negative effects), the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP) set limitations on dispersant use. Dispersants must be on a national list maintained by the Environmental Protection Agency. Federal and state agency agreements establish areas where rapid decisions on dispersants may be made by the FOSC. Use outside these areas requires the approval of the RRT.

1650 Insitu Burn Approval/Monitoring/Decision Protocol
In-Situ burning means the controlled burning of oil “in place.” On open water, burning requires specialized fire resistant boom because uncontained oil rapidly spreads too thin to sustain combustion. In-situ burning requires less labor than most other techniques and can be applied in areas where other methods can not be used because of limited access to the spill location or ice conditions. Fire-resistant booms are subject to some of the same wind and sea limitations as mechanical removal, since a fire boom behaves much like a standard containment boom. However, burning rapidly removes large quantities of oil and minimizes the need for recovery and storage. Because of the tradeoff decisions involved, certain approvals must be obtained prior to use of in-situ burning. Use of burning agents to increase oil combustibility is regulated by Subpart J of the NCP. Preapproval agreements between state and federal regulatory authorities establish areas and necessary conditions where rapid decision on in-situ burning may be made by the FOSC and/or the State On-Scene Coordinator(s).

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The Department of the Interior (DOI) has trustee responsibility for migratory birds under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (16-USC 703-722) and for threatened and endangered species under the Endangered Species Act (16 USC 15311544). The DOI and Department of Commerce share trustee responsibility for anadromous fish under the Anadromous Fish Conservation Act (16 USC 7571757f). As a manager of trust natural resources delegated under DOI, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) has the responsibility to conserve, enhance, and protect fish and wildlife and their habitat. The USFWS role during prespill planning, “removal” activities, and “preassessment” activities has been enhanced and formalized by the new responsibilities identified in the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA) and the mandated amendments to the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (FWPCA) (“Clean Water Act”) which revised the NCP. Specifically, USFWS personnel are responsible for protection trust natural resources from the threat of injury or injury caused by a discharge of oil. Additionally, they are responsible for assisting in the identification of sensitive environments in advance of discharges, assisting the OSC during the response phase, assessing injuries, determining damages, and overseeing wildlife rehabilitation during actual discharges. See Section 4860 for information on ESA consultations and Section 9720 for information on sensitive habitats and species. For more information on Natural Resource Trustees and responsibilities, go to http://www.epa.gov/superfund/programs/nrd/trustees.htm#federal. The Coast Guard maintains the Marine Safety Manual volume X which contains all MOUs and MOAs with other government agencies. The website is http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-m/nmc/pubs/msm/vol10.htm. The following list briefly summarizes the primary authorities which direct the USFWS in carrying out its responsibilities related to oil spill response and contingency planning: 1670.1 Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act Requires consultation with the USFWS and State fish and wildlife Agencies in instances in which diversion or other modification to water bodies are proposed, authorized, permitted, or licensed by a Federal agency under a Federal permit or license. It recognizes the vital contribution of fish and wildlife resources to the Nation and requires coordination and equal consideration of fish and wildlife conservation with other water resources development objectives. 1670.2 Endangered Species Act The purpose of the ESA is to conserve “the ecosystems upon which endangered and threatened species depend” and to conserve and recover listed species. Under the law, species may be listed as either “endangered” or “ threatened.” Endangered means a species in danger of extinction throughout all or a significant portion of its range. Threatened means a species is likely to become endangered with the foreseeable future. All species of plants and animals, except pest insects, are eligible for listing as endangered or threatened. 1670.3 Migratory Bird Treaty Act

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This act makes it unlawful to pursue, hunt, kill, capture, possess, buy, sell, purchase, or barter any migratory bird, including the feathers or other parts, nests, eggs, or migratory bird products. Public Law 95-616 also ratified a treaty with the Soviet Union specifying that both nations will take measures to protect identified ecosystems of special importance to migratory birds from pollution, detrimental alterations, and other environmental degradations. 1670.4 Bald Eagle Protection Act Provides for the protection of the bald eagle and the golden eagle by prohibiting the taking, possession and commerce of such birds. The USFWS has lead authority for the Secretary of the Interior within the geographic area covered by the Area Plan to prohibit unauthorized taking or possession of bald or golden eagles. 1670.5 National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act Provides directives for the administration and management of all areas (lands and waters) in the National Wildlife Refuge System. The USFWS is responsible for ensuring that all uses of these areas are compatible with the major purposes for which such areas were established. 1670.6 Anadromous Fish Conservation Act Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to enter into cooperative agreement with the States and other non-Federal interests for conservation, development, and enhancement of anadromous fish, including those in the Great Lakes. Also authorizes the USFWS to conduct studies and make recommendation to the U.S. EPA concerning measures for eliminating or reducing pollution substances detrimental to fish and wildlife in interstate or navigable waters, or their tributaries. 1670.7 Marine Mammal Protection Act The Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) was enacted in 1972 for the purpose of ensuring that marine mammals are maintained at, or in some cases restored to, healthy population levels. The original Act established a moratorium on the taking (under MMPA, “take” is defined as “to harass, hunt, capture, or kill or attempt to harass, hunt, capture, or kill any marine mammal”) or importing of marine mammals except for certain activities which are regulated and permitted. These activities include scientific research, public display, and the incidental take of marine mammals in the course of commercial fishing operations. Under the MMPA, jurisdiction over marine mammals under the MMPA is split between two agencies, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine Fisheries Service. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has jurisdiction over sea otters, polar bears, manatees, dugongs, and walrus while the National Marine Fisheries Service has jurisdiction over all other marine mammals.

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Federal Departments and Agencies must ensure that historic properties are taken into account in their planning for emergency response under the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP). 40 CFR Section Part 300. The National Conference of State Historic Preservation Officers (NCSHPO), on behalf of State Historic Preservation Officers (SHPOs), will facilitate Federal agency ability to develop and execute a uniform nationwide approach for considering and treating historic properties before and during emergency response. In the event an individual SHPO is unable to respond, the Agency or Department may contact the NCSHPO or the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) to consider alternatives and receive assistance. Departments/Agencies must follow the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended (NHPA), P.L. 89-665, 16 U.S.C. Section 470 et seq., and the regulations promulgated thereto during any response. The NCP does not provide specific guidance for taking historic properties into account during emergency response to an actual or threatened release of a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant or the discharge of oil or other pollutants (hereinafter, a release or spill). Also, emergency provisions contained in the regulations implementing Section 106 of the NHPA do not directly address requirements for such emergency responses. Accordingly, an “emergency” shall be deemed to exist whenever circumstances dictate that a response action to a release or spill must be taken so expeditiously that normal consideration of the Section 106 process is not reasonable practicable.

1680 Alternative Response Technical Evaluation System (ARTES)
Non-traditional response technologies can be evaluated using the Alternative Response Tool Evaluation System (ARTES). ARTES is designed to provide On-Scene Coordinators (OSC) with a method for evaluating additional response countermeasures in advance or during an oil or chemical spill. An OSC may use the ARTES for evaluation proposed conventional but unfamiliar countermeasures as well, such as alternative sorbents. The OSC can use the ARTES as a means to rapidly evaluate unfamiliar products on an incident specific basis. During a spill, OSCs can be approached by vendors, responsible party representatives, Special Teams personnel, or members of their staff requesting that an optional cleanup countermeasure be considered. This optional countermeasure could be another viable “tool” for the OSC to use during a spill. The ARTES provides an evaluation program that will help the OSC and RRT decide whether to use such less familiar cleanup tools. The ARTES evaluates a response tool on its technical merits and not economic factors. More information on ARTES can be found on NOAA’s website at http://response.restoration.noaa.gov/oilaids.html.

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The need for protocols to monitor response technologies during oil spills has been recognized since the early 1980s. Technological advances in dispersant application and in situ burning have resulted in their increased acceptance in several regions in the U.S. Many regions have set up pre-approval zones for dispersant and in situ burn operations, and established pre-approval conditions, including the requirement for monitoring protocols. This reaffirms the need for developing national protocols to standardize monitoring, especially when the Federal Government assumes full responsibility for the response under the NCP. Protocols are also needed to serve as guidelines for assisting or overseeing industry’s monitoring efforts during spills. In November 1997, a workgroup consisting of Federal oil spill scientist and responders from the U.S. Coast Guard, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, convened in Mobile, Alabama to draft guidelines for generation this protocol. The workgroup built upon currently available programs and procedures, mainly the Special Response Operation Monitoring Program (SROMP), developed in 1994, and the lessons learned during spill responses and drills. The result of this collaboration is the Special Monitoring of Applied Response Technologies (SMART) program. SMART establishes a monitoring system for rapid collection and reporting of real-time, scientifically based information in order to assist the Unified Command with decision making during in situ burning or dispersant operations. SMART recommended monitoring methods, equipment, personnel training, and command and control procedures that strike a balance between the operational demand for rapid response and the Unified Command’s need for feedback from the field in order to make informed decisions. SMART is not limited to oil spills. It can be adapted to hazardous substance responses where particulates air emission should be monitored, and to hydrocarbon-based chemical spills into fresh or marine water. More information on SMART can be found on NOAA’s website at http://response.restoration.noaa.gov/oilaids.html.

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2000 Command
Refer to the Incident Management Handbook (IMH) for the Incident Command System prepared by USCG, Office of Response (G-MOR-3) for specific information on all duties and positions. The IMH is available online at http://www.uscg.mil/hq/gm/mor/page2index.htm. Refer to Appendix 9740 Incident Management Handbook and 9750 ICS Forms Database for ICS forms. This section will only provide a brief overview and information specific to the COTP St. Petersburg zone.

2100 Unified Command – Command Structure
The National Contingency Plan (NCP) states that the basic format for the response management system is a structure that brings together federal and state agencies, and the responsible party, to achieve an effective and efficient response. This structure is commonly referred to as the Unified Command (UC). It should be noted that in this structure the FOSC retains ultimate authority in a response operation for decisions relating to it. However, the FOSC will exert his/her own authority independent of the UC only if other members are not present or are unable to reach consensus within a reasonable time frame. The Unified Command is responsible for the overall management of the incident. They direct incident activities including the development and implementation of strategic decision and approve the order and release of resources. The Unified Command should be composed of the FOSC, State Incident Commander and a representative from the Responsible Party. In addition, the Command Staff also includes a Safety, Information and Liaison Officer positions, which are discussed in Sections 2300, 2400 and 2500. The Unified Command oversees and delegates responsibilities to four functional units, which are the Operations, Planning, Logistics and Finance/Administration Sections, which are further detailed in 3000-6000 of this plan. The Unified Command for Sector St. Petersburg COTP area of responsibility will consist of the U.S. Coast Guard, FDEP, and the responsible party, and at times county emergency managers and other federal/state agencies. The Unified Command will direct the tactical and strategic response to an oil spill with a unified position to ensure clear direction to the responsible party and efficient utilization of resources. OPA 90 clearly establishes that the FOSC has the ultimate responsibility for directing oil spill response including response objectives and strategies.

2200 Command Staff Elements 2210 Federal Representative
The NCP, 40 CFR 300, requires Federal On-Scene Coordinators (FOSCs) to direct response efforts and coordinate all other actions at the scene of a spill or release. The FOSC is the pre-designated Federal official responsible for ensuring immediate and effective response to a discharge or threatened discharge of oil or a hazardous substance. The U.S. Coast Guard designates FOSCs for the U.S.

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coastal zones, while the U.S. EPA designates FOSCs for the U.S. inland zones. The first federal official affiliated with an NRT member agency to arrive at the scene of a discharge should coordinate activities under the NCP and is authorized to initiate, in consultation with the FOSC, any necessary actions normally carried out by the FOSC until the arrival of the predesignated FOSC. This official may initiate federal Fund-financed actions only as authorized by the FOSC. The FOSC shall, to the extent practicable, and as soon as possible after the incident occurs, collect pertinent facts about the discharge, such as its source and cause. Identify responsible parties, the nature, amount, and location of discharged materials along with predicting the trajectory of discharged materials. Then determine whether the discharge is a worst case discharge, the pathways to human and environmental exposure, the potential impact on human health, welfare, safety and the environment and whether the discharge poses a substantial threat to the public health or welfare. Next, they identify the potential impact on natural resources and property, and discuss priorities for protecting human health, welfare and the environment. Lastly, they must ensure appropriate resource documentation. The FOSC shall ensure that the trustees for natural resources are promptly notified of discharges. The FOSC shall coordinate all response activities with the affected natural resource trustees and shall consult with the affected trustees on the appropriate removal action to be taken. Where the FOSC becomes aware that a discharge may affect any endangered or threatened species, or their habitat, the FOSC shall consult with the appropriate Natural Resource Trustee.

2220 State Representative
The State Incident Commander is responsible to ensure all pertinent resource, cultural, archaeological, environmental and economic issues are discussed and decisions within the UC are based on sound state specific information. This individual must be able to make decisions with minimal internal agency consultation.

2230 Responsible Party (RP) Representative
Under OPA 90, the responsible party has primary responsibility for cleanup of a discharge. The response shall be conducted in accordance with their applicable response plan. Section 4201(a) of OPA 90 states that an owner or operator of a tank vessel or facility participating in removal efforts shall act in accordance with the NCP and the applicable response plans as required. Section 4202 of OPA 90 states that these response plans shall be consistent with the requirements of the NCP and ACPs. Each owner or operator of a tank vessel or facility required by OPA 90 to submit a response plan shall, do so in accordance with applicable regulations. Facility and tank vessel response plan regulations, including plan requirements, are located in 33 CFR Parts 154 and 155, respectively.

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As defined in OPA 90, each responsible party for a vessel or a facility from which oil is discharged, or which poses a substantial threat of a discharge, into or upon the navigable waters or adjoining shorelines or the Exclusive Economic Zone is liable for the removal costs and damages specified in Subsection (b) of Section 1002 of OPA 90. Any removal activity undertaken by a responsible party must be consistent with the provisions of the NCP, the Regional Contingency Plan (RCP), the ACP, and the applicable response plan required by OPA 90. Each responsible party for a vessel or facility from which a hazardous substance is released, or which poses a substantial threat of a discharge, is liable for removal costs as specified in the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA) (42 U.S.C. 9601 et seq).

2300 Safety
The Safety Officer is responsible for monitoring and assessing hazardous and unsafe situations, and developing measures for assuring personnel safety. The Safety Officer will correct unsafe acts or conditions through he regular line of authority although the Safety Officer may exercise emergency , authority to stop or prevent unsafe acts when immediate action is required. The Safety Officer maintains awareness of active and developing situations, ensures the preparation and implementation of the Site Safety Plan and all safety messages with the IAP. Refer to Appendices 9740 IMH, 9750 ICS Forms Database and 9300 Draft IAP for additional information and an IAP template.

2310 Site Safety Plan
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for each site, task or operation with a comprehensive operations work plan. This should address personnel training requirements, personal protective equipment selection criteria and confined space entry procedures. In addition, it should detail an air monitoring plan, site control measures, and the format for pre-entry and pre-operations briefings. Refer to Appendix 9310 Site Safety Plan for information necessary to develop a site safety plan and for an ICS compatible template.

2400 Information
The Information Officer is responsible for developing and releasing information about the incident to the news media, to incident personnel, and to other appropriate agencies and organizations. Only one Information Officer will be assigned for each incident, including incidents operating under Unified Command and multi-jurisdictional incidents. The Information Officer may have assistants as necessary with the assistants representing assisting agencies and jurisdictions.

2410 Joint Information Center (JIC)
During a major oil spill where media activity is expected to last several days, the lead Information Officer (IO) should establish a Joint Information Center (JIC) to coordinate the Public Affairs activities of participating agencies and parties. The role of the JIC is to provide multiple phone lines for incoming calls, staffed by knowledgeable individuals; and ensure State and Federal government Public Affairs Officers (PAOs) are available to the media. In addition the JIC develops and produces joint news releases under the Unified Command, and schedule, organizes, and facilitates news conferences. It is recommended that the JIC be in the same building as the Command Center, but in a room separate from other sections. PAOs need to be close to the UC and other sections for effective communication flow, but not so close as to disturb response operations. Equipment needs for the JIC vary, dependent on the size and impact of the incident, and media and public interest levels. If possible, a separate “Press Room” should be established for reporters’ use, at spills that attract a great deal of media interest. This room maybe used by reporters covering the story and would ideally be equipped with several phone lines and , electrical outlets, and a couple of desks or tables and chairs. There should be a way to display maps, status boards, and other visual aids that could be used on- camera, and a table near the door for the latest news releases, fact sheets, and advisories. If there is room for seating and a podium with PA system, the press room is a good site for all formal news conferences. This allows TV news crews to set-up cameras in advance, and reporters to do stand-ups and call-ins from an easy, central location.

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The Unit Public Affairs Officer is the Unit point of contact for contacting local media. During an incident all media inquiries should be referred to the JIC. Refer to Appendix 9200 Personnel and Services Directory for additional information.

2500 Liaison
The Liaison Officer is the point of contact for personnel from assisting and cooperating agencies. The Liaison Officer will proactively coordinate with state and local government officials, keeping them advised of the situation and anticipated actions and soliciting their concerns. Refer to Appendix 9200 Personnel and Services Directory for a list of federal, state and local trustees, agency representatives and environmental, economic and political stakeholders.

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3000 Operations
Refer to the Incident Management Handbook (IMH) for the Incident Command System prepared by USCG, Office of Response (G-MOR-3) for specific information on all duties and positions. Refer to Appendix 9740 Incident Management Handbook for the FOG and 9750 ICS Form Database for ICS forms. This section will only provide a brief overview and information specific to the COTP St. Petersburg zone.

3100 Operations Section
Responsible for all operations directly applicable to the primary mission. Directs the preparation of unit operational plans, requests or releases resources, makes expedient changes to the Incident Action Plan as necessary and reports such to the Incident Commander (IC/UC). Includes the Recovery and Protection Branch, Emergency Response Branch, Air Operations Branch, and Wildlife Branch. The IC/UC will determine the need for a separate Operations Section at an incident or event. Until Operations is established as a separate Section, the IC/UC will have direct control of tactical resources. Refer to Appendices 9100 Emergency Notifications, 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, and 9700 Response Resources for additional information including Geographic Response Plans and Chemical Countermeasures.

Figure 3-1 – Operations Section Diagram

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3110 Operations Section Chief
The Operation Section Chief is responsible for the management of all operations directly applicable to the primary mission. The Operations Chief activates and supervises and directs elements in accordance with the IAP and the Site Safety Plan. In addition, this Chief directs the preparation of unit operational plans, requests and releases resources, makes changes to the IAP as necessary and reports to the Incident Commander. Refer to Appendices 9100 Emergency Notifications, 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, and 9700 Response Resources for additional information including Geographic Response Plans and Chemical Countermeasures.

3120 Staging Area Manager
The Staging Area Manager is responsible for managing all activities within the designated staging areas and reports directly to the Operations Section Chief. Refer to Appendices 9350 Staging Areas and 9200 Personnel and Services Directory for additional information.

3200 Air Ops Branch
Responsible for preparing and implementing the air operations portion of the Incident Action Plan and providing logistical support to the aircraft operating on the incident. Aircraft landing sites information can be obtained through U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater, FL operations center at (727) 535-1437.

3210 Air Tactical Group
Responsible for the coordination and scheduling of aircraft operations intended to locate, observe, track, support dispersant applications, or other deliverable response application techniques, or report on the incident situation when fixed and/or rotary-wing aircraft are airborne at an incident.

3220 Air Support Group
The Air Support Group Supervisor is responsible for supporting and managing helibase and helispot operations and maintaining liaison with fixed wing air bases.

3300 Recovery and Protection
Responsible for overseeing and implementing the protection, containment and clean- up activities established in the IAP. Refer to Appendices 9200 for Personnel and Services Directory, 9120 Response Guidance and 9130 Response Strategies for Response Guidance and Strategies, and 9700 for Response Resources including Geographic Response Plans.

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Responsible for the deployment of containment, diversion and absorbing boom in designated locations. Refer to Appendices 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9120 Response Guidance, 9130 Response Strategies, and 9700 Response Resources for specific information.

3320 Shoreside Recovery Group
Responsible for managing shoreside cleanup operations in compliance with the Incident Action Plan. Refer to Appendices 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9120 response Guidance, 9130 Response Strategies, and 9700 Response Resources for specific information.

3330 Disposal Group
Responsible for coordinating the on site activities of personnel engaged in collecting, storing, transporting, monitoring, temporary storage, recyling, and disposal c of all anticipated response wastes. Refer to Appendices 9330 Disposal Plan for a plan template and 9200 Personnel and Services Directory for specific information.

3340 Decon Group
Responsible for decontamination of personnel and response equipment in compliance with approved statutes. Refer to Appendices 9320 Decon Plan for a plan template and 9200 Personnel and Services Directory for additional information.

3350 On Water Recovery Group
Responsible for managing water recovery operations in compliance with the Incident Action Plan. Refer to Appendices 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9120 Response Guidance, 9130 Response Strategies, and 9700 Response Resources for additional information. In addition 9770 provides Tidal Inlet Protection Strategies guidance.

3400 Emergency Response Branch
Responsible for overseeing and implementing emergency measures to protect life, mitigate further damage to the environment, and stabilize the situation. Refer to Appendices 9100 Emergency Notification, 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9120 Response Guidance, 9130 Response Strategies, and 9700 Response Resources for additional information. In addition 9770 provides Tidal Inlet Protection Strategies guidance.

3410 SAR Group
Responsible for prioritization and coordination of all SAR resources directly related to the specific incident. Refer to Appendices 9100 Emergency Notification and 9200 Personnel and Services Directory for additional information. For Search and

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Rescue operations refer to SAR Addendum at the following link: http://cgcentral.uscg.mil/uscg_docs/portal/MyCG/EDITORIAL/bvimport/cg61/CIM_1613 0_2D.pdf

3420 Salvage Group
Before, during and/or after an oil spill, or potential incident, salvage assistance may be required. A salvage plan may be developed within the response organization for, but not limited to, vessel stranding, vessel sinkings and rescues (towing). The IC/UC will review and approve or disapprove the salvage plan based on the resulting risk to human life, port security and the environment. Initial rescue efforts will have priority over pollution response efforts, to the extent that they may interfere. Subsequent to any rescue efforts, the pollution response efforts and salvage efforts may be conducted concurrently. The On Scene Coordinator will prioritize actions when interference between salvage and pollution response efforts can not be eliminated. Coast Guard Captains of the Port have jurisdiction over vessel salvage; this does not preclude any other agencies’ interests with respect to spill prevention or response. For general guidelines to follow in responding to an incident that requires salvage operations refer to US Navy Salvage Manual Volume 1 – 6 at http://www.supsalv.org/00c2_publications.asp?destPage=00c2&pageld=2.6 SUPSALV can provide the services of naval architects, may provide the services of naval salvage vessels, and has access to contracts, which will provide the services of commercial salvers and equipment. SUPSALV developed and has available software for rapid analysis of longitudinal strength and intact/damaged stability; the software is known as Program of Ship Salvage Engineering (POSSE). US Coast Guard Marine Safety Center Salvage Team can evaluate vessel stability, hull strength, and salvage plans, and may be available to go on scene. MSC may be able to provide vessel plans, if the ship is US flagged. The Salvage Group is responsible for coordinating and directing salvage activities related to the incident. Refer to Appendices 9100 Emergency Notification and 9200 Personnel and Services Directory for additional information.

3430 Fire Suppression Group
Responsible for coordinating and directing all fire fighting activities related to the incident. Refer to Appendices 9100 Emergency Notification and 9200 Personnel and Services Directory for additional information. In addition Section 8000 houses the Sector St. Petersburg Marine Fire Fighting contingency plan.

3440 Hazardous Material Group
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9200 Personnel and Services Directory for additional information. In addition, Section 7000 houses the Hazardous Material portion of this ACP.

3450 Medical Group
Responsible for coordinating and directing all emergency medical services related to the incident. Refer to Appendices 9100 Emergency Notification and 9200 Personnel and Services Directory for additional information.

3460 Law Enforcement Group
Responsible for coordinating and directing all law enforcement activities related to the incident, which include, but not limited to isolating the incident, crowd control, traffic control, evacuations, beach closures, and/or perimeter security. Refer to Appendices 9100 Emergency Notification and 9200 Personnel and Services Directory for additional information.

3500 Wildlife Branch
Responsible for minimizing wildlife losses during spill responses, coordinating early ground and aerial reconnaissance of wildlife at the spill site, employing wildlife hazing measures per the IAP, and recovering and rehabilitating impacted wildlife. Rehabilitation activities shall be coordinated through the Unified Command (UC). The State and Federal OSC working with the responsible party(if applicable) will provide guidance to the Operations section to ensure that all wildlife concerns of the public and appropriate trustees are addressed. Early initiation of wildlife rehabilitation activities within the Operations section will ensure adequate mobilization of staff, equipment and other applicable resources. The Wildlife Operations branch will be responsible for providing licensed, experienced rehabilitation personnel to coordinate and supervise all collection and rehabilitation activities. Untrained volunteers shall be trained and supervised by licensed rehabilitation personnel on the proper handling of wildlife as well as safety training including the use of personal protective equipment. Refer to Appendices 9110 Emergency Notification, 9120 Response Guidance, 9130 Response Strategies, 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9440 Spill Funding Procedures, 9710 Geographic Response Plans, 9720 Sensitive Area Information, and 9730 Chemical Countermeasures.

3510 Wildlife Recovery Group
Responsible for coordinating the search for collection and field tagging of dead and live impacted wildlife and transporting them to the processing center.

3520 Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Responsible for receiving oiled wildlife at the processing center, recording essential information, collecting necessary samples, and conducting triage, stabilization, treatment, transport and rehabilitation of oiled animals requiring extended care and treatment. Refer to Appendix 9260.8 for Wildlife Rehabilitation points of contact.

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4000 Planning
Refer to the Incident Management Handbook (IMH) for the Incident Command System prepared by USCG, Office of Response (G-MOR-3) for specific information on all duties and positions. Refer to Appendix 9740 Incident Management Handbook for the IMH and 9750 ICS Forms Database for ICS forms. This section will only provide a brief overview and information specific to the COTP St. Petersburg zone.

4100 Planning Section
The Planning Section is responsible for the collection, evaluation, and dissemination of tactical information related to the incident, and for the preparation and documentation of Action Plans. The section also maintains information on the current and forecasted situation, and on the status of resources assigned to the incident. Includes the Situation, Resource, Documentation, and Demobilization Units, as well as Technical Specialists. The Planning Section Units are shown in Figure 4-1. Refer to Appendices 9100 Emergency Notification, 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9300 Draft IAP, 9400 Area Planning Documentation and 9700 List of Response Resources for information necessary to develop the Incident Action Plan.

4110 Planning Section Chief
Responsible for the collection, evaluation, dissemination and use of information about the development of the incident and status of resources. Information is needed to understand the current situation, predict probable course of incident events and prepare alternative strategies of the incident.

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Figure 4-1 - Planning Section Diagram

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4200 Situation
Responsible for the collection and evaluation of information about current and possible future status of oil spill and spill response operations. This responsibility includes the compilation of information regarding the type and amount of oil spilled, the amount of oil recovered, the oil’s current location and anticipated trajectory, and the impacts on natural resources. Refer to Appendices 9710 Geographic Response Plans and 9720 Sensitive Area Information for information necessary for this Unit.

4210 Display Processor
Responsible for the display of incident status information obtained from Field Observers, resource status reports, aerial and other photographs and infrared data. Refer to Appendix 9710 Geographic Response Plans for information necessary for this Unit.

4220 Field Observer
Responsible to collect situation information from personal observations at the incident.

4230 Trajectory Analysis
Responsible for providing projections and estimates of the movement and behavior of the spill. The specialist will combine visual observations, remote sensing information, computer modeling as well as observed and predicted tidal, current and weather data to form these analysis.

4240 Geographic Information System (GIS)
Responsible for gathering and compiling updated spill information and providing various map products to the incident. Refer to Appendix 9710 for the Geographic Response Plans.

4250 Resources at Risk (RAR)
Responsible for the identification of resources thought to be at risk from exposure to spilled oil through the analysis of known and anticipated oil movement and the location of natural, cultural and economic resources. Refer to Appendices 9710 Geographic Response Plans and 9720 Sensitive Area Information for information necessary for this Unit.

4300 Resources
Responsible for maintaining the status of all resources (primary and support) at an incident. This is achieved through the development and maintenance of a master list of all resources. Refer to Appendix 9200 Personnel and Services Directory for information on resources.

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4310 Check-In Recorder
Responsible for ensuring all assigned resources are accounted for at an incident.

4320 Volunteer Management and Documentation
Due to the logistical requirements of managing volunteers, the response organization must be large enough to support volunteer participation. That is why the use of volunteers may not be appropriate during smaller incident responses. The assignments provided should be low risk. In certain circumstances, volunteers may be used for higher risk activities. A common use of volunteers is for wildlife cleaning or removal of debris before the oil impacts the beach or shoreline. These activities, however, require specialized training and in some cases licensing. The Sector Liaison Officer (LNO) will generally be the first to receive external reports of volunteer interest due to the outreach responsibilities of that position. If volunteer interest exists, the LNO should recommend the establishment of a Volunteer Coordinator (VC). Volunteer Coordinators play a critical role in the Unified Command’s (UC) outreach to the public. The VC will normally become part of the Planning Section. The VC will work with the manager or supervisor of the volunteer organizations and the Joint Information Center when a UC is established. Once accepted by the UC, the volunteer organization will be assigned to a specific branch or unit based on incident needs. Representatives from the volunteer organizations will report to the appropriate Branch within the Operations Section and are responsible for coordinating their member activities. Some volunteer management functions may include but are not limited to the following:

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Provide a point of contact for all volunteers as well as for all units/agencies needing volunteers. Establish and manage the Volunteer Operations Center (VOC) to provide recruitment, registration, orientation, training, assignments, and arrangements for supervision. Establish a communication system, including toll-free phone numbers, fax lines and fax machines, phones, a website, and a link to the Command Center. Recruitment of an Amateur Radio Operator should be considered for remote locations. Create a credentialing system allowing designated volunteers access to the scene. This may come in the form of wrist bands, letter from Federal On Scene Coordinator or a picture ID. Some responsible parties may have developed their own credentialing system. The system to be used will be developed on a case by case basis. 55

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It is the volunteer supervisor’s job to: • • • • • • • • • • Provide proper briefings Oversee operations at their sites Provide and ensure the proper use of PPE Ensure health and safety of volunteer workers Ensure that logistics requirements are met Ensure proper collection, temporary storage, and disposal of oil and oily wastes Ensure proper decontamination of workers, PPE, and equipment Provide for a safe exit of workers Maintain all required documentation Maintain Volunteer credentialing

It is also important to track volunteers. Sector St. Petersburg’s Planning Branch works closely with an affiliated volunteer organization called The United Way of Tampa Bay in maintaining an accurate register of volunteers specific to the Area of Responsibility (AOR). The register includes: volunteer’s name, date of birth, affiliation, prior related training and dates, personal health insurance provider/contact information, next of kin/contact information, and task assignment.

4321 Affiliated Volunteer Organization Resources and Capabilities
In many cases, the Responsible Party (RP) is responsible for the funding of the spill/release response. In this active role, it is critical that their concerns and limitations on using volunteer organizations are considered. Often RP’s are hesitant to utilize volunteers due to liability and legal considerations. However, the advantages and disadvantages will be discussed and decided upon by the UC, with advice from legal representatives. The potential use of Affiliated Volunteer Organizations (AVO) and unaffiliated volunteers must be discussed within the Area Committee to clarify how the decision to use volunteers will be made. This must be done during routine Area Committee meetings and revisited again during the onset of an incident. Federal On Scene Coordinator (FOSC) Representatives should drive this discussion. Often, when affiliated volunteers are used, the volunteers are covered under the affiliated organizations liability coverage. If a unilateral UC or Coast Guard decision is made to use affiliated or unaffiliated volunteers, the responsible party generally has no regulatory obligation to provide support or management resources. The Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (OSLTF) is available up to 50 million dollars annually

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for federal response costs under the Clean Water Act. The OSLTF may be used to pay for volunteer expenses consistent with this authority. FOSCs should communicate with the Coast Guard Commandant office of CG-533 and the National Pollution Funds Center when dealing with issues regarding funding for volunteers. State volunteer coordinator POC information can be found at:

http://www.nationalservice.org/about/contact/statecommission.asp. Volunteer Florida 401 S. Monroe St. Tallahassee, FL 32301-2034 Contact: Wendy Spencer Chief Executive Officer Phone: 850-921-5172 Fax: 850-921-5146

Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.volunteerflorida.org

General information on AVO resources can be found at:

http://www.nationalservice.org/for_organizations/programs/index.asp.
These resources are for general disaster response, but some may be available for support during oil spill response operations. Sector St. Petersburg uses the services of The United Way of Tampa Bay and Save Our Seabirds.

4322 Health and Safety Training Standards
Managers or supervisors of volunteers shall meet the state and Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) requirements for the area where they will be used and for the position which they will fill. The National Contingency Plan (40 CFR 300), Appendix E, paragraph 6.0, addresses the use of volunteers and OSHA pamphlet 3172 outlines the training required. Elements of required and recommended training will vary depending on the tasks of the individuals involved in the response. Training-hour requirements and specific courses vary with level of involvement, agency policy, UC requirements, OSHA and state regulations. Volunteers that do not possess the required training will not be permitted to participate in UC sanctioned response activities. Generally, volunteers who respond to an oil spill incident will not be used in the physical removal of the hazardous substance. The acceptable level of training is outlined below: • At a minimum, volunteers should provide documentation of IS100 and IS700 training before being assigned to duties within the UC. This training is provided free of charge at:

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Although volunteers are not employees of the volunteer organizations, they will be considered workers and will be required to complete or possess required hazardous substances, safety, and health hazard training per 29 CFR 1910.120(e) if participating in hazardous waste operations (HAZWOPER). This regulation dictates that postemergency response workers have 40 hours of HAZWOPER training. These 40 hours of training would be difficult and expensive to set up for volunteers. Instead, volunteers can fall under a “De Minimis” exception. Under OSHA Directive CPL 2-2.51 and OSHA Standards Interpretation and Compliance Letters (dated 02/13/1992), “a minimum of four hours [of training] would be appropriate in most situations.” The criteria for De Minimis are: • • • • • The job site is in an area where a qualified person has decided that the exposure potential is expected to remain under Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL), Health risks from skin absorption are minimal, Workers have been trained on procedures in the event of an emergency and hazards associated with the hazardous substances in their workplace, Workers have completed training including topics such as decontamination procedures, heat stress, hypothermia, water safety, and operating procedures, and, Supervisors have received a minimum of 24 hours of training.

It is the intent of the UC to keep volunteers away from the hazardous substance, however, there may be a time when certain volunteers possess unique skill sets that warrant potential contact with the hazardous substance. The minimum training required for volunteers involved in removal operations should be consistent with the hazardous waste operations standards set forth in 29 CFR 1910.120(e) and (q). If select volunteers are deemed appropriate by the UC to further their services and wish to take a more direct role in spill response operations, they will have to meet the requirements listed below: • 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(1)(i) states that all employees working on site (such as but not limited to equipment operators, general laborers and others) exposed to hazardous substances, health hazards, or safety hazards and their supervisors and management responsible for the site shall receive training meeting the requirements of this paragraph before they are permitted to engage in hazardous waste operations that could expose them to hazardous substances, safety, or health hazards, and they shall receive review training as specified in this paragraph. Management and supervisor training, 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(4): On-site management and supervisors directly responsible for, or who supervise employees engaged in hazardous waste operations shall receive 40 hours initial training, and three days of supervised field experience (the training may be reduced to 24 hours and one day if the only area of their responsibility is employees covered by paragraphs (e)(3)(ii) and (e)(3)(iii)) and at least eight additional hours of specialized training at the time of job assignment on such topics as, but not limited to, the employer's safety and health program and the associated employee training program, personal protective equipment

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program, spill containment program, and health hazard monitoring procedure and techniques. • General site workers, 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(3)(i): require 40 hours of instruction off the site and a minimum of three days actual field experience under the direct supervision of a trained, experienced supervisor. Volunteers should not be put in situations where they would be considered a general site worker Occasional site workers, 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(3)(ii): require 24 hours of instruction off the site, and a minimum of one day actual field experience under the direct supervision of a trained, experienced supervisor. An example of this category worker is a field observer.

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Some states have federally approved state plans outlining health, safety, and training requirements based on HAZWOPER standards. These states are called state-plan states. State plans and their volunteer safety training standards shall have precedence since these plans are approved by OSHA. If volunteer tasks do not require HAZWOPER training, such training should not be conducted or mandated. A list of state-plan states and POCs can be found at: http://www.osha.gov/dcsp/osp/index.html Unfortunately, Florida does not have an approved State OSHA plan.

4323 Safe Use of Volunteers
Appropriate training shall be provided to volunteers prior to participation in spill response operations based on assigned tasks. The National Oil and Hazardous Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP) 40 CFR 300 discourages volunteer participation in physical removal activities and limits them to non-hazardous tasks due to the extensive medical surveillance, training and equipment required to participate in physical removal activities. Sector St. Petersburg’s policy is that volunteers shall not have direct contact with oil or other hazardous substances. However, volunteers may be used to support the following pre-designated activities with UC approval: Habitat Surveyor: Sector St. Petersburg may deploy these volunteers to assist in the habitat survey of pre and post spill shoreline and riverbank wildlife. Interested volunteers must be able to identify oil on the ground, structures or on plants vs. a nonoiled environment, have a valid driver’s license, be familiar with the local area without the use of street signs, and must attend HAZWOPER training.

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Pre-impact Shoreline and Riverbank Cleanup: Sector St. Petersburg may deploy these volunteers to assist with the ongoing pre-event maintenance and clean-up of coastal areas in an effort to minimize the potential amount of contaminated debris. Interested volunteers must be physically capable of walking, stooping, lifting, and carrying debris repositories. Volunteers must also be very familiar with the local area without the use of street signs, have a valid driver’s license and must attend four hour USCG training. Delivery / Runners: Sector St. Petersburg may deploy these volunteers to carry supplies, transport personnel, and other associated duties as assigned, to and from oilimpacted areas or other locations. Interested volunteers must be in good physical condition, have a valid driver’s license, be very familiar with the area without the use of street signs, and must attend four hour USCG training. Wildlife Transport: Sector St. Petersburg may deploy these volunteers to assist in the transport and/or release of rehabilitated wildlife. Interested volunteers must be in good physical condition, be able to provide current vaccination data, have a valid driver’s license, be very familiar with the area without the use of street signs, and must attend four hour USCG training. It would be extremely beneficial to have previous animal handling experience. Volunteer Coordination: Sector St. Petersburg may deploy these volunteers to set up and manage a Volunteer Reception Center (VRC) or Volunteer Congregation Site. Interested volunteers need experience in dealing with convergent, unaffiliated volunteers. Volunteers must also be in good physical condition, have a valid driver’s license, be very familiar with the local area without the use of street signs, and must attend a four hour USCG training as well as three hour VRC training.

4400 Documentation
Responsible for the maintenance of accurate, up-to-date incident files. This unit shall ensure each section is maintaining and providing appropriate documents.

4500 Demobilization
Responsible for developing the Incident Demobilization Plan, and assisting sections and units in ensuring that an orderly, safe and cost effective demobilization of personnel and equipment is accomplished from the incident. Refer to 9200 Personnel and Services Directory and 9320 Demobilization for information and a plan template.

4600 Environmental 4610 Essential Fish Habitats (EFH)
Essential Fish Habitat Protection During Emergency Spill Response Operations for Oil Discharges and Hazardous Substance Releases This section is intended to assist Federal On-Scene Coordinators (FOSCs) in areas where the pre-spill planning activities called for under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery

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Conservation and Management Act have not yet been completed. However, this document is not intended to be an all-inclusive technical reference for reducing or eliminating all possible adverse effects to Essential Fish Habitat (EFH). It should also not be used to replace existing Area Contingency Plan (ACP) provisions developed pursuant to the protection of EFH. The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act In 1996 the Magnuson Fisheries Conservation Act was amended by the Sustainable Fisheries Act to include a number of new mandates, and was subsequently renamed the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation Act (MSA) (16 USC 1801 et seq). The MSA established procedures designed to identify, conserve, and enhance EFH for those species regulated under a Federal fisheries management plan (FMP). EFH is defined as “those waters and substrate necessary to fish for spawning, breeding, feeding, or growth to maturity” and can include rivers, estuaries, bays and open ocean (out to 200 miles). Under Section 305(b)(2) of the MSA, Federal action agencies are required to consult with NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries) on all actions, or proposed actions, authorized, funded, or undertaken by the agency that may adversely affect EFH. Consultation involves the submission of an EFH assessment to NOAA Fisheries for actions including emergency responses to oil discharges and hazardous substance releases. The EFH Consultation Process and How it Applies to USCG FOSCs The EFH consultation process is in place to ensure that Federal agencies consider the effects of their actions on EFH, with the goal of “maintain[ing] fish production consistent with a sustainable fishery and the managed species contribution to a healthy ecosystem" (50 CFR 600.815(a)(2)(i)(C)(4)). The process as outlined in this FOSC guide satisfies the Federal agency consultation and response requirements of Sections 305(b)(2) and 305(b)(4)(B) of the MSA, as well as the EFH conservation recommendation requirement of MSA Section 305(b)(4)(A). As with the Endangered Species Act, FOSCs determine when an action “may adversely affect” EFH. Once the FOSC has identified an action that may adversely affect EFH, the FOSC must notify NOAA Fisheries and provide an EFH Assessment. Once NOAA Fisheries receives the Assessment, it provides recommendations to the FOSC within 30 days regarding the actions taken or to be taken. The FOSC is then required to provide a detailed response in writing to NOAA Fisheries within 30 days of receiving the recommendation. Alternatively, if the FOSC determines that there are “no adverse affects,” the FOSC is not required to notify NOAA Fisheries of its findings and actions related to the spill response. However, NOAA Fisheries on their own may decide that an action may adversely affect EFH and send their recommendations to the FOSC. In this case, the FOSC must respond to NOAA Fisheries in writing within 30 days. The FOSC’s response to NOAA Fisheries shall include a description of measures proposed to avoid, mitigate, or offset the impact of the activity on EFH. In cases where the FOSC is not in agreement with the recommendations by NOAA Fisheries, the FOSC should at a minimum explain the reasons for not following the recommendations. The FOSC should contact NOAA Fisheries early in emergency response planning, but may consult after-the-fact if consultation on an expedited basis is not practicable before taking action (50 CFR 600.920(a)(1)). To the extent practicable, the Scientific Support Coordinator (SSC) or FOSC should notify NOAA Fisheries of the activities being taken and whether or not time allows for upfront consultation. Additionally, the

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FOSC and NOAA Fisheries may agree to combine an EFH consultation into an already established consultation process, such as those for the ESA or the National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA), for the same incident, provided all the information required for EFH is documented. What is Required in an EFH Assessment? For the consultation process, the EFH Assessment must include the following (50 CFR 600.920(e)(3)): (1) Description of the action (level of detail must correspond to magnitude and complexity of potential effects); (2) Analysis of the potential adverse effects of the action on EFH and the managed species; (3) Federal agency’s conclusions regarding the effects of the action on EFH; and (4) Proposed mitigation, if applicable. The EFH Assessment should include: (1) Description of the spill; (2) Conclusions of the USCG (through the Area Committee and/or FOSC) regarding the effects of the action on EFH; and (3) EFH Assessments submitted to NOAA Fisheries shall employ one or both of the following formats as necessary: Use of Existing Environmental Consultation Procedures for EFH Consultation NOAA Fisheries encourages this procedure to streamline the EFH consultation process. As long as an existing process clearly identifies in a separate section of the document the information required to satisfy an EFH Assessment, and the process will provide NOAA Fisheries with timely notification, the assessment may be incorporated into documents prepared for other purposes. Examples of such documents include Endangered Species Act Biological Assessments pursuant to 40 CFR 402 and the National Environmental Policy Act documents and public notices pursuant to 40 CFR 1500. Abbreviated and Expanded Consultation Abbreviated consultation procedures should be used when the adverse effects of an action can be alleviated through minor modifications to the action. However, in cases where Federal actions would result in substantial adverse effects to EFH, expanded consultation procedures must be used. Expanded consultation allows maximum opportunity for NOAA Fisheries and the Federal agency to work together to review the action’s impacts on EFH and to develop EFH conservation recommendations. If appropriate, NOAA Fisheries may conduct a site visit. References EFH Policy Regulations Procedures for identification of EFH and the consultation process can be found in 50 CFR 600 (published January 17 , 2002): http://a257.g.akamaitech.net/7/257/2422/12feb20041500/edocket.access.gpo.gov/cfr_ 2004/octqtr/pdf/50cfr600.920.pdf Essential Fish Habitat locations in your region may be found on the web at: http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/habitat/habitatprotection/efh/index.htm EFH Consultation Guidance Includes information on the procedures that have been developed to assist NOAA Fisheries and other Federal agencies in addressing the EFH coordination and consultation requirements established by the MSA and the EFH regulatory guidelines:
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http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/habitat/habitatprotection/efh/index.htm EFH Assessment Guidance Intended to assist Federal agencies in developing EFH Assessments. The guide contains EFH definitions, responses to frequently asked questions concerning preparation of EFH Assessments, and gives three examples of completed EFH Assessments: http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/habitat/habitatprotection/efh/index.htm NOAA Fisheries EFH Regional Contacts:

Southeast Region Northeast Region Southwest Region Northwest Region

727-5705736 Chris Boelke [email protected] 978-2819102 Joe Dillon [email protected] 707-5756093 Dale Brege [email protected] 208-983Russ Strach [email protected] 3859 x 222 503-2316266 Alaska Region Matt [email protected] 907-271Eagleton 6354 Pacific Islands John [email protected] 808-973Region Naughton 2937

David Dale

[email protected]

4700 Technical Support
Advisors with special skills needed to support an incident. Technical specialists may be assigned anywhere in the ICS structure.

4710 Legal
Act in an advisory capacity during an oil spill response.

4720 Scientific Support Coordinator
Provides the FOSC scientific advise in regard to the best course of action during a spill response. See Appendix 9110 Emergency Notification List for contact information.

4730 Sampling
Responsible for providing sampling plan for the coordinated collection, documentation, storage, transportation and submittal to appropriate laboratories for analysis or storage.

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4740 Disposal (Waste Management)
Responsible for providing a disposal plan that details the collection, sampling, monitoring, temporary storage, transportation, recycling and disposal of all anticipated response wastes. Refer to Appendix 9330 Disposal for a plan template.

4750 Alternative Response Technologies
Responsible for evaluating the opportunities to use dispersants, other chemical countermeasures, in-situ burning and bioremediation. This includes a consultation and planning required to deploy and articulate environmental trade offs. Refer to Appendices 9120 Response Guidance, 9130 Response Strategies, 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9350 Water Intake, 9710 Geographic Response Plans, 9720 Sensitive Area Information, 9730 Chemical Countermeasures and 9760 NCP Product List for additional information.

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4800 Required Correspondence, Permits & Consultation 4810 Administrative Orders
Administrative/Directive Order. An administrative/directive order is a tool used by the FOSC to ensure appropriate actions are being taken by a Responsible Party in a potential threat or actual spill or FWPCA hazardous material release. The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 amended the Federal Water Pollution Control Act and provided more authority to FOSC's to direct the removal actions in response to discharges of oil or FWPCA hazardous substances. Under 33 USC 1321 (c) and (e), an FOSC may now issue orders to responsible parties to ensure effective and immediate removal of a discharge or the mitigation or prevention of a substantial threat of a discharge of oil or FWPCA hazardous substance. An FOSC may also issue administrative orders "that maybe necessary to protect public health and welfare". FOSC's needing to issue an administrative order under the FWPCA can contact (G-MOR-3) for guidance and examples.

4820 Notice of Federal Interest
Reference COMDTINST M16000.11, Coast Guard Marine Safety Manual, Volume VI, Chapter 7.B.3.a. The Notice of Federal Interest (NOFI) is used to designate and notify the owners, operators or persons in charge, in writing that an oil pollution incident occurred or threatens to occur and that specified personnel maybe financially responsible for that incident. The responsible party is liable for among other things, removal costs and damages resulting from the incident. The NOFI notifies the responsible party that the failure or refusal to provide all reasonable cooperation and assistance requested by the Federal On-Scene Coordinator (FOSC) will eliminate any defense, or entitlement to limited liability. The NOFI notifies the . responsible party that failure to properly carryout the removal of the discharge, or comply with any administrative order of the FOSC may result in civil penalties or up to three times the cost incurred by the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund. For an example of an NOFI, reference the NPFC User Reference Guide. A copy of an NOFI can also be obtained on the world wide web at: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-m/nmc/pubs/msm/v6/c7.pdf.

4830 Notice of Federal Assumption
Reference COMDTINST M16000.11, Coast Guard Marine Safety Manual, Volume VI, Chapter 7.B.3.d. The Notice of Federal Assumption (NOFA) is used to responsible party of an oil pollution discharge and to advise he/she is financially responsible. The NOFA also advises that their actions to abate the threat or removal of oil from the waters, or adjacent shoreline have been evaluated as being unsatisfactory by the U.S. Coast Guard's Federal On-Scene Coordinator and that the U.S. Coast Guard will conduct oil response/removal activities under federal statues. For an example of an NOFA, reference the National Pollution Funds Center User Reference Guide. A copy of an NOFA can also be obtained on the world wide

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4840 Letter of Designation
Reference COMDTINST M16000.11, Coast Guard Marine Safety Manual, Volume VI, Chapter 7. Notice of Designation of Source Policy. Designation of a source under section 1014 of OPA 90 is done to fulfill the requirements relating to the dissemination of information about an incident, through advertisements, so that potential claimants will be aware of the opportunity and procedures for submitting claims for uncompensated removal costs or damages. Exact specification and types of advertisement required are provided in the letter issued by the NPFC. OPA provides that designation of source is done where "possible and appropriate." “Technical Operating Procedures for Designation of Source” can be obtained at: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/npfc/Publications/tops.htm Sector St. Petersburg will not issue Notices of Designations. The National Pollution Funds Center (NPFC) will designate the source, notify the reporting party/guarantor, and set the advertising requirements. In the event that it appears there is a reasonable possibility for claims in a given incident, but the source is not known, the OSC immediately notifies the NPFC. The NPFC will then advertise as required under section 1014(c) of OPA.

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The ESA requires that Federal agencies ensure that the actions they authorize, fund, or carry out are not likely to jeopardize listed species or destroy or adversely modify their designated critical habitat. Response to an oil spill is an emergency; however, this does not relieve the responding Federal agencies of their responsibilities under the ESA. During emergencies, this responsibility can be fulfilled by the responding agency relatively quickly through informal consultation, with formal consultation being completed if needed after the emergency response is complete and the case is closed. The National Contingency Plan (NCP) provides that Area Committees and Federal On-Scene Coordinators (FOSCs) consult with the Services during planning for sensitive areas (40 CFR 300.210 (4)(i), and during response (40 CFR 300.305(e)). The Memorandum of Agreement for Spill Planning and Response under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act’s (FWPCA) NCP and ESA provides guidance for implementing these provisions as well as the emergency consultation provisions in the interagency regulations implementing Section 7 of the ESA (50 CFR 402.05). The Department of the Interior (DOI) requires notification for any oil/hazmat discharge that may impact any endangered species, properties or facilities that are managed by the DOI or result in the death of migratory birds or fish. See Section 1660 for information on Fish and Wildlife Acts compliance and Section 9720 for information on sensitive habitats and species. See Section 1670 for NHP consultation.

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5000 Logistics
Refer to the Incident Management Handbook (IMH) for the Incident Command System prepared by USCG, Office of Response (G-MOR-3) for specific information on all duties and positions. Refer to Appendix 9740 Incident Management Handbook for the IMH and 9750 ICS Forms Database for ICS forms. This section will only provide a brief overview and information specific to the COTP St. Petersburg zone.

5100 Logistics Section Organization
The Logistics Section is responsible for providing facilities, all services and materials needed for the incident. The Incident Commander will determine the need to establish a Logistics Section on the incident. This is usually determined by the size of the incident, complexity of support, and how long the incident may last. Once the IC determines that there is a need to establish a separate Logistics function, an individual will be assigned as the Logistics Section Chief. Six functional units can be established within the Logistics Section. Branches and Units in the Logistics Section are shown in Figure 5-1 - Logistics Section Organization.

5110 Logistics Section Chief
Responsible for providing facilities, services and material in support of the incident. Participates in the development and implementation of the IAP and activates and supervises branches and units within this Section. Refer to Appendices 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9340 Communication Plan and 9750 ICS Form Database for additional information.

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LOGISTICS SECTION DIAGRAM

Figure 5-1 - Logistics Section Organization

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5200 Service Branch
Responsible for the management of all service activities at the incident. Refer to Appendices 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9340 Communication Plan and 9750 ICS Form Database for additional information.

5210 Communications
Responsible for developing plans for the effective use of incident communication equipment and facilities; installing and testing of communications equipment; supervision of the Incident Communication Center; distribution of communication equipment to incident personnel; and the maintenance and repair of communication equipment. Refer to Appendices 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9340 Communication Plan and 9750 ICS Form Database for additional information.

5220 Medical
Responsible for the development of the Medical Emergency Plan, obtaining medical aid and transportation for injured and all incident personnel, and preparations of reports and records. Refer to Appendices 9110 Emergency Notification List, 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9340 Communication Plan and 9750 ICS Form Database form additional information.

5230 Food
Responsible for determining feeding requirements at all incident facilities; menu planning; determining cooking facilities required; food preparation; serving; providing potable water; and the general maintenance of food service areas. To obtain information on food distributors, contact the State EOC in Tallahassee, FL. The State EOC will contact the appropriate disaster relief effort organization. Refer to Appendices 9110 Emergency Notification List, 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, and 9750 ICS Form Database for additional information.

5300 Support
Responsible for development and implementation of logistics plan in support of the IAP, including providing personnel, equipment, facilities, and supplies to support incident operations. Refer to Appendices 9110 Emergency Notification List, 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9320 Demobilization Plan, 9330 Disposal Plan and 9750 ICS Form Database for additional information.

5310 Ground Support
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and implementing the traffic plan for the incident. Refer to Appendices 9110 Emergency Notification List, 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9320 Demobilization Plan, 9330 Disposal Plan, and 9750 ICS Form Database for additional information.

5320 Vessel Support
Responsible for implementing the vessel routing plan for the incident and coordinating transportation on the water and between shore resources. This may include to arrange fueling, maintenance and repair of vessels on a case by case basis. Refer to Appendices 9110 Emergency Notification List, 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9320 Demobilization Plan, 9330 Disposal Plan, and 9750 ICS Form Database for additional information.

5330 Supply
Responsible for ordering personnel, equipment and supplies; receiving and storing all supplies for the incident; maintaining an inventory of supplies; and servicing non-expendable supplies and equipment. Refer to Appendices 9110 Emergency Notification List, 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9320 Demobilization Plan, 9330 Disposal Plan, and 9750 ICS Form Database for additional information.

5340 Facilities
Responsible for layout and activation of incident facilities. Provides sleeping and sanitation facilities for incident personnel and manages base and camp. Refer to Appendices 9110 Emergency Notification List, 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9320 Demobilization Plan, 9330 Disposal Plan, and 9750 ICS Form Database for additional information.

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6000 Finance/Administration
Refer to the Incident Management Handbook (IMH) for the Incident Command System prepared by USCG, Office of Response (G-MOR-3) for specific information on all duties and positions. Refer to Appendix 9740 Incident Management Handbook for the IMH and 9750 ICS Forms Database for ICS forms. This section will only provide a brief overview and information specific to the COTP St. Petersburg zone.

6100 Finance/Administrative Section
The Finance/Administration Section is responsible for all incident costs and financial considerations. Includes the Time Unit, Procurement Unit, Compensation/Claims Unit and Cost Unit. The IC will determine the need for a Finance/Administration Section, and designate an individual to perform that role. If no Finance Section is established, the IC will perform all finance functions. The Finance/Administration Section is set up for any incident that may require on-site financial management. More and more, larger incidents are using a Finance/Administration Section to monitor costs. Smaller incidents may also require certain Finance/Administration functions. For example, the IC may establish one or more units of the Finance/Administration Section for such things as procuring special equipment, contracting with a vendor, or for making cost estimates of alternative strategies. Refer 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9740 Incident Management Handbook for the IMH and 9750 ICS Forms Database for necessary information.

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6110 Finance/Administration Section Chief
Responsible for all financial and cost analysis aspects of the incident and for supervising members of this Section. Refer to 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9740 Incident Management Handbook for the IMH and 9750 ICS Forms Database for necessary information.

6200 Fund Access
Refer to Appendix 9440 Spill Funding Procedures for specific procedures.

6300 Cost
Responsible for collecting all cost data, performing cost effectiveness analyses, and providing cost estimates and cost saving recommendations for the incident. Refer 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9740 Incident Management Handbook and 9750 ICS Forms Database for necessary information.

6400 Time
Responsible for personnel and equipment time recording.

6500 Procurement
Responsible for administering all financial matters pertaining to vendor contracts. Refer 9200 Personnel and Services Directory, 9740 Incident Management Handbook and 9750 ICS Forms Database for necessary information.

6600 Compensation/Claims
Responsible for the overall management and direction of all compensation for Injury Specialists and Claims Specialist assigned to the incident.

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7000 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

7010 Introduction
The spill, release or discharge of hazardous materials is unique compared to an oil spill in that hazardous materials have a greater potential to impact human health. In general, oil spills are of great concern due to their potential to cause long-term damage to the environment. Oil spills do not routinely pose an immediate threat to human life. On the contrary, hazardous substance spills can pose an immediate danger to humans when discharged in even the smallest quantities. Contingency planning is essential to the successful implementation of any system designed to manage and contain a hazardous material release. Contingency plans require a coordinated community response that may also involve state and federal agencies. Planning and coordination of services are equally critical at the national and regional level. The federal government established a National Contingency Plan (NCP) to promote coordination of resources and services of federal and state response systems. For more detailed information on Weapons of Mass Destruction, see Sector St. Petersburg, for this information has been determined to be Sensitive Security Information (727-824-7684). The definition of hazardous materials is any substance designated as such by the administrator of the EPA pursuant to the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (42 U.S. C. Sec 9601 et seq), regulated pursuant to Section 311 of the federal Clean Water Act (33 U. S. C. Sec. 1321 et seq), or designated by the appropriate state authority. The following assumptions are made regarding HAZMAT responses: 1. A Unified Command structure will be established as soon as possible. 2. Responders will be adequately trained in hazardous material response and will operate within the level of their training, expertise, and capabilities as described in 29 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1910.120. 3. There will be sufficient resources locally available to adequately respond to hazardous material incidents. In addition to the Coast Guard and the EPA in their Federal On-Scene Coordinator roles, many federal, state, and local agencies and other organizations will be providing assistance with hazardous material response operations. These organizations may include: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Vessel and/or waterfront facility owners and operators* Fire and Police Departments Port Authorities Mutual aid organizations Product experts Cleanup contractors

* Vessel Response Plans (VRP) and Facility Response Plans (FRP) provide supplemental chemical response guidance to the ACP.

This hazardous materials annex will outline and illustrate the local, state, and federal actions needed to properly mitigate a release of hazardous materials into the environment. This annex also identifies standard operating procedures for entering and leaving sites, accountability for personnel entering and leaving sites, decontamination procedures, recommended safety and health equipment, and personal safety precautions. For the purposes of this annex, discussion will be limited to hazardous material incidents occurring in the coastal zone only. This approach has been taken in order to isolate the issues of jurisdiction and response procedures to one clearly defined area. Scenarios have been developed using this approach to further examine all issues surrounding hazardous material incidents in the coastal zone. Scenarios are located in Appendix 9420.

7020 Background Information
The National Oil and Hazardous Materials Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP) (40 CFR part 300) establishes the National Response System (NRS) as the federal government’s response management system for emergency response to releases of hazardous materials into the environment of the United States. This system functions through a network of interagency and intergovernmental relationships and provides for coordinating response actions by all levels of government to a real or potential hazardous materials incident. A primary mission of the federal system is to provide support to state and local response activities. Hazardous materials response under the NRS is divided into three organizational levels: the National Response Team (NRT), Regional Response Teams (RRTs), and On-Scene Coordinators (OSCs). At the National level, the NRT is comprised of 16 federal agencies with interests and expertise in various aspects of emergency preparedness and response to pollution incidents. The NRT provides national planning and policy guidance prior to incidents, and assistance as requested during an incident. Like the NRT, the RRTs are planning, policy, and coordinating bodies, and usually do not respond directly to the scene; rather they provide support, advice, and assistance to the Federal OSCs. All NRT member departments and agencies, as well as state and local participants, are represented on RRTs. Federal OSCs are the federal officials pre-designated by EPA and the USCG to coordinate response resources. The OSC, either directly or through his or her staff, monitors, provides technical assistance, and/or directs federal and potentially responsible party resources. As the state and local responder’s gateway to the resources of the NRS, it is the OSC’s responsibility to provide access to resources and technical assistance that may not otherwise be available to a community. Under the NCP, if federal involvement is necessary because state and local 75

resources have been exceeded, the OSC is obligated to coordinate the use of these resources to protect public health and the environment.

7030 Authorities
Federal authorities for response to hazardous material, pollutant or contaminant, including biological, chemical, and radiological warfare agent, releases are outlined in the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (42 U.S.C. § 9604, CERCLA or commonly known as “Superfund”) and the National Contingency Plan (40 CFR Part 300, NCP). Similar to oil spills, federal response authorities are shared by the EPA and the USCG, with EPA maintaining jurisdiction of hazardous material spills in the inland zone and the Coast Guard in the coastal zone. EPA also has the lead for longerterm hazardous material and pollutant or contaminant cleanups in the coastal zone. Responsibility for radiological responses is more complex and is dependent on the source of the release. Roles and responsibilities are outlined in the Nuclear/Radiological Incident Annex to the NRP. During a hazardous material incident, EPA will usually provide OSCs in the inland zone, and the USCG will generally provide OSCs in the coastal zone. The OSC coordinates all federal containment, removal, and disposal efforts and resources during an incident under the NCP or the Federal Response Plan (FRP). The OSC is the point of contact for the coordination of federal efforts with those of the local response community. Agencies other than EPA or USCG might provide the OSC depending on the incident. While EPA and USCG have primary responsibility under federal laws and regulations, under CERCLA, DOD, DOE, and other federal agencies provide OSCs for incidents for which they have responsibility for releases of hazardous materials. If a federal agency other than EPA, USCG, DOD, or DOE has responsibility for an incident, they only provide the OSC if the incident involves non-emergency removal actions. Each of the agencies in the NRS provides resources and technical expertise and has access to a wide range of federal assets, such as equipment and special expertise, through the RRT.

7040 Hazardous Material Release Scenarios
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Release from Over-ground Transportation, Truck/Train–Train Derailment

7100 COMMAND
The complexity and jurisdictional characteristics of the incident will determine the level of involvement of federal, state, local, tribal, responsible party, and other responders. Hazardous material release response may differ somewhat from oil spill response because most hazardous material response involve a single jurisdiction and are handled exclusively at a local level. Oil spills tend to be multi-jurisdictional and thus a more complex command structure is often necessary. Large, complex, multijurisdictional hazardous material incidents or incidents involving weapons of mass destruction will require a more structured and formal incident command structure and likely the use of a UC. The NRS routinely and effectively responds to a wide range of oil and hazardous substance releases. It is a multi-layered system of individuals and teams from local, state, and federal agencies, industry, and other organizations that share expertise and resources to ensure that hazardous material incidents and cleanup activities are timely and efficient, and that they minimize threats to human health and the environment. At the heart of the system is the NCP a regulation developed to ensure that the resources and expertise of the federal government are available immediately for oil or hazardous material releases that are beyond the capabilities of local and state responders. The NCP provides the framework for the NRS and establishes how it works. The NRS response concepts show that when federal assistance is required, the ICS/UC structure is established. An ICS led by a UC is a key element of the NCP framework for response management. Local responders (e.g., fire) will typically be the first responders to arrive at the scene of an incident (more than 95 percent of hazardous materials are handled by local responders). Most local responders are familiar with ICS and are likely to establish one immediately. As federal, state, and private party responders arrive on-scene, responders would integrate into the ICS organization and establish a UC to direct and coordinate the expanded organization. The ICS/UC approach brings together the functions of the federal government, state, and local government, and the party responsible for an incident to achieve an effective and efficient response.

7110 Response Management Structure
A hazardous materials release may bring together a greater number and wider variety of agencies than any other single incident. It is assumed that all hazardous materials incidents will be managed under UC principles because in virtually all cases, fire, law enforcement, and public health agencies will have some statutory functional responsibility for incident management and mitigation.

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Depending on incident factors, several other agencies will respond to a hazardous materials incident. The best method of ensuring effective information flow and coordination between the responding agencies at the scene of a multi-agency incident is to establish an Incident Command Post (ICP) and the use of a UC. Each key response agency should provide a representative to remain at the ICP who will have the authority to speak for and commit agency resources. The following is an example schematic of a potential Hazardous Material Unified Command Response Management System.

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Hazardous Material Response Unified Command Multi-Branch Organization
FOSC/SOSC Other Federal Agencies Other State Agencies Other Local Agencies Safety Staff Agency Reps/Other Joint Information Safety Officer Liaison Officer Information Officer Operations Section Finance Section Logistics Section Planning Section

Situation Unit Staging Areas Medical Unit Resources Unit Hazardous Substance Branch Technical Specialists Medical Branch Law Enforcement Group Air Operations Branch

Documentation Unit Helicopter Coordinator Gov’t Helicopter Private Helicopter Sampling Protocol Analysis Dissemination Clean-up Technical Technical Specialist Unit

Sampling Group

Entry Group

Medical Group

Site Security

Helibase Manager

Toxicologist Disposal Industrial Hygiene Chemical Engineer Site Access Group Transportation Group

Human Health Assessment

Decontamination Group
Sample Documentation Sample Tracking

7120 Unified Command Objectives
Primary Unified Command Objectives: Health and Safety of Responders Victim Rescue Community Safety and Evacuation (if necessary) Securing the Source of the Contaminant Protection of Property Environmental Protection Other Possible Unified Command Objectives: Threat Assessment Lead Federal Agency Advisory Requirements Agent Identification Hazard Detection and Reduction Environmental Monitoring Sample and Forensic Evidence Collection/Analysis Identification of Contaminants Feasibility Assessment and Clean-Up On-Site Safety Protection, Prevention, Decontamination, and Restoration Activities

7130 Health and Safety
Responders should not be in the Hot or Warm Zone without the appropriate level of protection. Responders should always enter a suspected contaminated area with the level of protection that will ensure their survival. At the same time, they would not want to over-burden themselves with protective equipment that is nice to have, but may hinder their mission because of the heat stress or due to its weight or bulk. Therefore, they will have to know what kind of agent they are dealing with in order to make knowledgeable decisions as to the level of protection required to ensure they do not become a victim, either as a result of the chemical agent or from exhaustion. Appropriate site control procedures shall be implemented to control employee exposure to hazardous materials before clean-up work begins. If the preliminary site evaluation does not produce sufficient information to identify the hazards or suspected hazards of the site an ensemble providing equivalent to Level B Personal Protective Equipment

(PPE) shall be provided as minimum protection, and direct reading instruments shall be used as appropriate for identifying Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH) conditions. Once the presence and concentrations of specific hazardous materials and health hazards have been established, the risks associated with these materials shall be identified. Employees who will be working on the site shall be informed of any risks that have been identified. In situations covered by the Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200, training required by that standard need not be duplicated. Risks to consider include, but are not limited to: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Exposures exceeding the permissible exposure limits and published exposure levels, IDLH Concentrations, Potential Skin Absorption and Irritation Sources, Potential Eye Irritation Sources, Explosion Sensitivity and Flammability Ranges, and Oxygen deficiency.

7130.1 Safe Distance
Most initial responders (exceptions would be firefighters, hazmat teams, National Strike Force (NSF), etc.), are trained at the awareness level and most likely have little, or no, personal protective equipment. Their best protection at this level is contamination avoidance. Although “safe distances” will be set by the Incident Commander based on incident specific information and dynamics, the following are some general guidelines: • • Stay upwind: Stay upwind from the release. Move upgrade: Move upgrade from the release for chemical agents. Most of the chemical agents are heavier than air and will move downgrade, especially in still air. Also, any runoff from decontamination operations will flow downgrade. Avoid contact with contaminated people and things: Without proper protective clothing, you should avoid contact with contaminated people and things.

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7130.2 Routes of Entry
PPE is designed to provide emergency medical personnel with protection from hazardous materials that can affect the body by one of three primary routes of entry: inhalation, ingestion, and direct contact. Inhalation occurs when emergency personnel breathe in chemical fumes or vapors. Respirators are designed to protect the wearer from contamination by inhalation but they must be worn properly and fit-tested frequently to ensure continued protection.

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Ingestion usually is the result of a health care provider transferring hazardous materials from his hand or clothing to his mouth. This can occur unwittingly when an individual wipes his mouth with his hand or sleeve, eats, drinks, or smokes tobacco. Direct contact refers to chemical contact with the skin or eye. Garments protect the skin, and full-face respirators protect against ingestion and direct eye contact. Mucous membranes in the mouth, nose, throat, inner ear, and respiratory system may be affected by more than one of these routes of entry. Many hazardous materials adhere to and assimilate with the moist environment provided by these membranes, become trapped or lodged in the mucus, and are subsequently absorbed or ingested. Unless the responder is certain they are not dealing with a hazardous material that may be absorbed (i.e., hazwaste, etc.), they need to protect their skin from chemical liquids and aerosols. Liquid hazardous materials can be transferred to a responder in numerous ways, including: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Helping victims, Helping other responders, Moving contaminated debris, Handling contaminated objects, Walking through contaminants, and Over-spray from victim decontamination operations (e.g., while hosing down victims).

7130.3 Chemical Protective Clothing (CPC)
Protective clothing is designed to prevent direct contact of a chemical contaminant with the skin or body of the user. There is, however, no one single material that will afford protection against all materials. As a result, multi-layered garments may be employed in specific situations despite their negative impact on dexterity and agility. CPC is designed to afford the wearer a known degree of protection from a known type, a known concentration, and a known length of exposure to a hazardous material, but only if it is properly fitted and worn correctly. Improperly used equipment can expose the wearer to danger. Another factor to keep in mind when selecting CPC is that most protective clothing is designed to be impermeable to moisture, thus limiting the transfer of heat from the body through natural evaporation. This is a particularly important factor in hot environments or for strenuous tasks since such garments can increase the likelihood of heat-related injuries. Research is now underway to develop lightweight suits that are breathable but still protective against a wide range of chemicals. Cooling vests are sometimes used in warm weather situations to keep the body temperature normal, but with mixed results. Essential to any protective ensemble are chemical resistant boots with steel toe and shank. Chemical resistant inner and outer-layered gloves must also be worn. Compatibility charts should be consulted to determine the appropriate type of boot and gloves to use, since no one material presently provides protection against all known 82

chemicals. Wearing multiple layers of gloves impairs dexterity and makes performing basic aspects of patient assessment (e.g., checking breathing, taking a pulse) difficult without constant practice. The effectiveness of CPC can be reduced by three actions: chemical degradation, permeation, and penetration. Chemical degradation occurs when the characteristics of the material in use are altered through contact with chemical materials or aging. Examples of degradation include cracking and brittleness, and other changes in the structural characteristics of the garment. Degradation can also result in an increased permeation rate through the garment. Permeation is the process by which chemical compounds cross the protective barrier of CPC because of passive diffusion. The rate at which a compound permeates CPC is dependent on factors such as the chemical properties of the compound, the nature of the protective barrier in the CPC, and the concentration of the chemical on the surface of the protective material. Most CPC manufacturers provide charts on the breakthrough time the time it takes for a chemical to permeate the material of a protective suit for a wide range of chemical compounds. Penetration occurs when there is an opening or a puncture in the protective material. These openings can include unsealed seams, buttonholes, and zippers. Often such openings are the result of faulty manufacture or problems with the inherent design of the suit. Protective clothing is available in a wide assortment of forms, ranging from fullyencapsulated body suits to gloves, hard hats, earplugs, and boot covers. CPC comes in a variety of materials, offering a range of protection against a number of chemicals. Emergency medical personnel must evaluate the properties of the chemical versus the properties of the protective material. Selection of the appropriate CPC will depend on the specific chemical(s) involved, and on the specific tasks to be performed.

7130.4 Respiratory Protection
Substantial information is available for the correct selection, training, and use of respirators. The correct respirator must be employed for the specific hazard in question. Material Safety Data Sheets (if available) often specify the type of respirator that will protect users from risks. In addition, manufacturers suggest the types of hazards against which their respirators can offer protection. A response team requires maximum respiratory protection when entering atmospheres containing unknown materials, or entering atmospheres containing known materials in unknown concentrations. OSHA has set mandatory legal minimum requirements (29 CFR (1910.134)) for respiratory protection. In addition, NIOSH has established comprehensive requirements for the certification of respiratory protection equipment.

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Personnel must be fit-tested for use of all respirators. Even a small space between the respirator and responder could permit exposure to a hazardous substance(s) by allowing in contaminated air. Anyone attempting to wear any type of respirator must be trained and drilled in its proper use. Furthermore, equipment must be inspected and checked for serviceability on a routine basis. There are two basic types of respirators: air-purifying and atmosphere-supplying. Atmosphere supplying respirators include self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and supplied-air respirators (SAR).

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Response
All personnel who come in contact, or have the potential to come in contact, with the exposed casualties must wear protective clothing and respiratory protection. If the hazardous material has not been identified, eliminate the risk of exposure by entering the area in Level A, as required by OSHA. OSHA Level B chemical protective clothing can provide adequate protection for responders operating the decontamination stations in the warm zone. If available, wear rubber gloves, but not latex (butyl or neoprene are acceptable). Level Definitions Level A: This is the highest level of protection afforded by personal protective clothing. It is a fully encapsulating suit with SCBA or a tethered air supply. It provides maximum protection from liquids and vapors. The drawbacks to this level are that it is very difficult to work in, limits communications, and is hot and heavy. The greatest causes of injury to responders in Level A are slips, trips, and falls. Level A protection must be worn when entering an environment where the type of agent and concentration are unknown. Level B: This level of protection is similar to Level A, but is not fully encapsulating. It provides maximum respiratory protection, through SCBA or tethered air, and splash protection, but does not provide the level of vapor and skin protection provided by Level A. Level C: This level of protection consists of a respirator and a protective outer garment. Although the outer garment provides some splash protection, it does not provide vapor protection. Level C should be worn in the Warm Zone if vapor concentrations are below IDLH. Level D: This level consists of normal work clothing and should only be worn in the Cold Zone. It affords no protection from any of the possible hazardous materials.

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Information management serves the information needs internal to the response organization as well as many information needs external to the actual emergency response operations. Well-planned and executed information management is where the battle is won during emergency spill response, directly impacting the actual cleanup and response effectiveness. Successful information management is dependent on “getting the right piece of information in the right format to the right place at the right time”. It is not too surprising that the complex task of managing the information needs during response often falls short without adequate levels of training and planning Information is the basis of every decision that is made during a response. Everyone from the Incident Commander establishing the objectives to the field worker cleaning a beach will make decisions based on the information presented to them. With that basic premise in mind, information management is arguably the most important supporting function of emergency spill response. It is the most critical and necessary means to a successful end. Time after time, post response and drill critiques have pointed to inadequate information flow, and communications as one of the most significant areas needing improvement during response. Because of the potential complexities of a hazardous material response and the relationship building and liaison skills needed to coordinate actions between the ICS/UC, the victims and the responders, and the responders and the community, the FOSC and UC members should consider the following to ensure the proper internal and external information flow during the response. • Internal Information Management. Internal information management is all of the situational, environmental, physical, status, planning, operational, logistical, and financial information needed by the ICS to make decisions and affect a successful response. Successful internal information management requires an advanced level of skill to accomplish. The majority of critical internal information management is the responsibility of the Situation Unit Leader (SUL) who maintains status boards and situational displays in the Command Center. It is very important to understand, however, that the SUL will never be fully successful without the support of the entire ICS. Each position within the organization has information management responsibilities, which must feed into the appropriate pathway during the response. External Information Management. Trustees and other stake holders must be informed in order to fulfill their management and decision making responsibilities. The public, also an important stakeholder during spill response, needs to be informed and kept abreast of important developments. Because of the critical nature of providing emergency information to disaster victims, time spent getting organized rather than responding at the time of an event can lead to confusion and a loss of public confidence. Through a Joint Information Center (JIC), the different agencies involved in a response can work in a cohesive manner, enabling them to “speak with one voice”. • Information Management Tools. Information management tools are available to OSCs to assist in meeting information management needs during response. Some of these tools

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are designed to address internal information management needs, while others specifically target external information needs. Often, certain tools can, to some degree, serve both internal and external needs. OSCs are encouraged to become familiar with these tools and employ them in drills as well as actual responses in order to be better prepared to effectively and efficiently integrate them into the response when needed. It is necessary to remember that the most important element in successful information management is trained and capable people. The variety of ever growing computer-based technologies designed to assist with information management require the right people to use and mange them effectively. The JIC and SUL are important information management tools. JIC personnel are focused on public (external) information, whereas the SUL focuses on the operational status (internal) information needs. • NOAA ResponseLink website (http://www.uscg.mil/d1/staff/m/rrt/getnoaafc.html). NOAA ResponseLink is an external tool, but can serve some internal needs as well. The system is normally an incident specific web site set up and maintained offsite, but fed by the Unified Command (UC). Release authorization for any posted information can be accomplished through the JIC, District Readiness Assist Team (DRAT), or designated by subject matter within the UC. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Other State or Responsible Party Contracted Information Management Tools. Often there are GIS or similar mapping systems available that can support a variety of information management needs during the response. These may be supported by states, Coast Guard units, or outside contracted entities. Other information management tools may be available to the UC through responsible parties or other outside contractors. It is important that any of these tools be integrated into the ICS to coordinate with other information management tools to effectively and jointly meet the UC’s information needs. It is also important that the information developed, maintained, and supported by these tools be transferred to the UC prior to the operators departing the scene. System compatibility issues need to be considered to avoid losing important information and documentation related to the response.

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The UC should consider the following in bolstering their communications capabilities onscene and among the community: • • Communicate the hazards: Use the media to assist in communicating the hazards associated with the hazardous substance incident to the public. Control access to scene(s): In addition to controlling access by the media to the incident scene(s) so that they do not interfere with operations or become casualties themselves, the media can also pass to the public information on street/road closures and alternate routes around the incident area.

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7150 Public Affairs
As with any incident, it is very important to keep the public informed regarding the situation. For hazardous material incidents, it may also be necessary to communicate information about evacuations, sheltering in place orders, testing of water supplies, road closures, etc. Therefore, it is very important to establish procedures early in the response for dissemination of information. The Unified Command or a Public Information Officer (PIO) appointed by the UC may develop these procedures. Because of the nature of hazardous material incidents, it is very important that the local jurisdiction participate fully in the development and dissemination of public information. The Unified Command should seek out local public information resource if they are not already assigned to the incident. In large, multi-jurisdictional incidents, it may be necessary to establish a Joint Information Center (JIC).

7200 OPERATIONS
Operations activities for hazardous material, pollutant or contaminant releases are dependant upon the manner in which they are released (i.e., explosion, train derailment, fire, etc.) and the media impacted from the release (i.e., air, soil, water, structures, etc.). However, operations activities can be grouped into the following general categories. 1. Notifications; 2. Evacuate/restrict access to area; 3. Removal of victims; 4. Establishment of hot, warm, and cold zones; 5. Determine the contaminant involved; 6. Control/stop further releases; 7. Contain material already released; 8. Determine threat to human health and the environment; 9. Determine extent of contamination; 10. Evaluate cleanup/decontamination options; 11. Implement cleanup alternatives; and 12. Long-term monitoring or remediation, if necessary.

7210 Notifications and Reporting Requirements
During an emergency, or for other response support needs, the NRS can be accessed 24-hours a day by calling the National Response Center (NRC) at 1-800-424-8802.

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Located in the USCG Headquarters Building in Washington, D.C. and operating 24hours a day, the NRC immediately relays reports to the cognizant, pre-designated OSC. The NRC receives reports of all chemical, radiological, etiological (causes of a disease or abnormal condition), and biological releases regulated by various federal statutes. However, the only statutory requirements for reporting to the NRC are the Clean Water Act (CWA) for oil discharges, the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) for hazardous substance releases, and the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act (HMTA) for hazardous materials releases. When a discharge or release is discovered or reported, the pre-designated OSC is responsible for immediately collecting pertinent facts about the discharge or release to evaluate the situation. Based on the evaluation, if the OSC decides a federal emergency response action is necessary, he or she works with state and local emergency response teams, local police and firefighters, and/or other federal agencies to eliminate the danger. While all significant hazardous material releases must be reported to the NRC, many inland responses are effectively handled without any direct involvement by the federal government. Others require federal assistance when the incident exceeds state and local capabilities. In other words, the federal government acts as a “safety net” for state, local, tribal, and private party responders.

7210.1 Public Warning Systems and Emergency Public Notification
Hillsborough County’s Emergency Operations Center has a telephone system that can automatically telephone the community within a particular area and deliver a recorded message. The ammonia terminals in conjunction with the U.S. Coast Guard and the Port of Tampa have installed a siren warning system and telephone ring-down system installed to provide warning of an ammonia release to inform citizens and residents adjacent to the Port of Tampa. Additionally, the system has a voice capability that can either use a pre-formatted, canned message, or live voice instructions. An ammonia terminal or the County Warning Point at Hillsborough County Emergency Operations Center can activate the sirens individually. Coast Guard regulations required each ammonia terminal to be able to provide a warning of an ammonia release during ship offload operations, which can be heard within a one-mile radius. Working in concert with the Port Authority and Coast Guard, the coverage has been overlapped and expanded to 10 miles with two of the sirens installed at participating Tampa Fire/Rescue stations on Davis Islands and the north end of the Port of Tampa (see diagram below). The ringdown system is designed to notify all Port tenants as well as schools, churches, any public facility as well as private homes which containing “special needs” individuals who have pre-registered with the Hillsborough County Office of Emergency Planning. The siren system has the capability of being tested without actual sounding of the siren, but the siren itself will be sounded at least twice a year and the community will be alerted of the test in advance.

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7220 Detection and Surveillance
When dispatched to the scene of an incident, emergency response personnel may not be aware that the situation involves hazardous materials. As a result, emergency personnel should always be alert to the possibility that they may be dealing with a chemically contaminated location or individual. But as a routine precaution, the involvement of hazardous materials should be considered a possibility on every call. The manual Recognizing and Identifying Hazardous Materials (produced by the National Fire Academy and the National Emergency Training Center) states that there are six primary clues that may signify the presence of hazardous materials. These clues are included below to facilitate and expedite the prompt and correct identification of any hazardous materials at the scene of an incident. Mobilization protocols should seek to obtain information about these clues and relay the information to field personnel as soon as possible. Certain combinations of patient symptoms such as nausea, dizziness, burning eyes or skin, or cyanosis should also suggest the presence of hazardous materials. The six principle clues to hazardous materials incidents are: 1. Occupancy and Location. Community preplanning should identify the specific sites that contain hazardous materials. In addition, emergency personnel should be alert to the obvious locations in their communities that use and/or store hazardous materials (e.g., laboratories, factories, farm and paint supply outlets, construction sites). Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) should also be available, especially for any particularly dangerous chemicals kept on site. It should be kept in mind, however, that these data sheets may have incomplete information and that the medical information provided is generally at a basic first aid level. 2. Container Shape. DOT regulations delineate container specifications for the transport of hazardous materials. There are three categories of packaging: stationary bulk storage containers at fixed facilities that come in a variety of sizes and shapes; bulk transport vehicles, such as rail and truck tank cars, that vary in shape depending upon the cargo; and labeled fiberboard boxes, drums, or cylinders for smaller quantities of hazardous materials. The shape and configuration of the container can often be a useful clue to the presence of hazardous materials. 3. Markings/Colors. Certain transportation vehicles must use DOT markings, including identification (ID) numbers. ID numbers, located on both ends and both sides, are required on all cargo tanks, portable tanks, rail tank cars, and other packages that carry hazardous materials. Railcars may have the names of certain materials stenciled on the side of the car. A marking scheme designed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 704M System) identifies hazard characteristics of materials at terminals and industrial sites, but does not provide product specific information. This system uses a diamond divided into four quadrants. Each quadrant represents a different characteristic: the left, blue section refers to health; the top, red quarter pertains to flammability; the right, yellow area is for reactivity; and the bottom, white quadrant highlights special information (e.g., W indicates dangerous when wet, Oxy stands for oxidizer). A number from zero through four in each quadrant indicates the relative risk of the hazard, with zero 90

representing the minimum risk. This system does not indicate what the product is, the quantity, or its exact location. In addition, it does not reveal the compound s reactivity with other chemicals. The military also uses distinctly shaped markings and signs to designate certain hazards. These markings may be found on vehicles, on the products themselves, or on shipping papers. 4. Placards/Labels. These convey information through use of colors, symbols, Hazard Communication Standards, American National Standard Institute (ANSI) Standards for Precautionary Labeling of Hazardous Industrial Chemicals, United Nations Hazard Class Numbers, and either hazard class wording or four-digit identification numbers. Placards are used when hazardous materials are being stored in bulk (usually over 1,001 lb), such as in cargo tanks. Labels designate hazardous materials kept in smaller packages. Caution must be exercised, however, because the container or vehicle holding a hazardous material may be improperly labeled or recorded, or it may not have any exterior warning. 5. Shipping Papers. Shipping papers can clarify what is labeled as dangerous on placards. They should provide the shipping name, hazard class, ID number, and quantity, and may indicate whether the material is waste or poison. Shipping papers, which must accompany all hazardous material shipments, are now required to list a 24-hour emergency information telephone number. The location where the shipping papers are stored can be problematical; often they are found in close proximity to the hazardous material(s) or in other locations not easily accessible during an emergency. Shipping papers should remain at the incident scene for use by all response personnel. 6. Senses. Odor, vapor clouds, dead animals or fish, fire, and skin or eye irritation can signal the presence of hazardous materials. Generally, if one detects an odor of hazardous materials, it should be assumed that exposure has occurred and the individual is still in the danger area, although some chemicals have a detectable odor at levels below their toxic concentrations. Some chemicals, however, can impair an individual s sense of smell (e.g., hydrogen sulfide), and others have no odor, color, or taste at all (e.g., carbon monoxide). Binoculars are helpful to ascertain visible information from a safe distance.

7230 Site Evaluation, Control and Management
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all access to the incident site and a PIO must escort the press personnel who enter the site. Work Zones. NIOSH, OSHA, USCG, and EPA recommend dividing the incident area into three zones, establishing access control points, and delineating a contamination reduction corridor. The diagram below illustrates the recommended zones. The exclusion (Hot) zone should encompass all known or suspected hazardous materials contamination. The respective radius of the contamination reduction (Warm) zone is determined by the length of the decontamination corridor, which contains all of the needed decontamination stations. The support (Cold) zone should be clean, meaning it is free of all hazardous materials contamination, including discarded protective clothing and respiratory equipment. The command post and staging areas for necessary support equipment should be located in the support area, upwind and uphill of the exclusion zone. Personnel in charge of each section should be easily recognized (e.g., with a command vest). Equipment that may eventually be needed should be kept in staging areas beyond the crowd control line. Access to the different zones should be tightly controlled and limited to as few people as possible. Communication between work areas should be faceto-face whenever possible. Use of radios or other electronic devices (e.g., bullhorns) may be restricted depending on the hazards involved.

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7240 Source Damage Assessment
The method for assessing damage of the source of the incident will be dependent on the hazardous material involved. The hazardous material team(s) involved will need to determine the appropriate level of PPE and/or other equipment required to safely inspect the source.

7250 Evacuation, Shelters, and Shelter-in-Place
Chapter 252 of the Florida Statutes (State Emergency Management Act, as amended) directs the establishment of county emergency management agencies in each county of the State of Florida and authorizes such agencies in the cities of the State. The Act provides for the rendering of mutual aid among political subdivisions, authority for the formulation of local disaster preparedness plans and for the authority to utilize the resources necessary to cope with a disaster emergency, including the power to direct and compel the evacuation of all or part of the county's population from threatened or stricken areas necessary for the preservation of life and other disaster mitigation, response or recovery. The DOT Emergency Response Guidebook provides suggested distances for evacuating unprotected people from the scene of an incident during the initial phase. It is important to distinguish between general evacuation of the entire area and selective evacuation of a part of the risk zone. In either case, the plan should identify how people will be moved (i.e., by city buses, police cars, private vehicles). Provisions must be made for quickly moving traffic out of the risk zone and also for preventing outside traffic from entering the risk zone. If schools are located in the risk zone, identify the location to which students will be moved in an evacuation and how parents will be notified of this location. Special attention must also be paid to evacuating hospitals, nursing homes, and homes for the physically or mentally disabled. The characteristics of the hazardous material will influence what conditions must be met to allow evacuees to return to their homes. Copies of evacuation procedures should be provided to all appropriate agencies and organizations (e.g., Salvation Army, churches, schools, hospitals) and should periodically be published in the local newspaper(s). If a particular response action that poses a significant hazard is planned (e.g., hot-tapping a pressure tank), then resident evacuation should be considered before operations are begun. Contact the cognizant County Emergency Operations Center for emergency shelters. If evacuation is necessary, evacuation routes will be dependent upon the particular hazard and will need to be determined as needed.

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The Port of Tampa has an NH3 warning system that alerts people in the event of an NH3 release. The warning system is comprised of four fixed sirens located in the vicinity of the NH3 terminals (see Port of Tampa Ammonia Sirens Diagram above). The control elements can activate the fixed siren systems to warn people at the terminal and at nearby locations within the siren coverage. The siren system can also be activated by the County Warning Point collocated with the County 9-1-1 Center. In addition to the siren tones, the system can also be used to broadcast emergency instructions. The fixed sirens can be augmented by mobile sirens and public address systems on emergency and police vehicles. Normally, the sirens will be used as an alerting or attention getting device followed by an emergency message. The system also has an automated telephone dial up system that will place emergency calls to a list of emergency numbers of facilities located in the affected area. An automated message is delivered to each call that is answered. The system uses multiple lines so that a large number of calls made be made in a short time period. The County Warning Point may also activate the Emergency Alert System which interrupts commercial radio broadcasts with an emergency message. Similarly, NOAA can broadcast an emergency message on the NOAA Weather Radio System. Finally, emergency workers may go door-to-door to warn residents and workers in the area of the emergency situation.

7250.2 Other Public Protection Strategies
Some hazardous material incidents may contaminate the soil or water of an area and pose a chronic threat to people living there. It may be necessary for people to move out of the area for a substantial period of time until the area is decontaminated or until natural weathering or decay reduces the hazard. Planning must provide for the quick identification of a threat to the drinking water supply, notification of the public and private system operators, and warning of the users. Planners should also provide sewage system protection. A hazardous chemical entering the sewage system can cause serious and long-term damage. It may be necessary to divert sewage, creating another public health threat and environmental problems.

7260 Ongoing Incident Assessment
After notification that a release has occurred, it is crucial to monitor the release and assess its impact, both onsite and offsite. A detailed log of all sampling results should be maintained and Health officials should be kept informed of the situation. Often the facility at which the release has occurred will have the best equipment for this purpose. Air and water monitoring can be made simple as long as it is capable of detecting change in the spill area. Suggestions include: CGI/O2, RAD, PID, compound specific detectors (colorimetric tubes), pH paper, temperature and conductivity for water, particulate matter meter, and compounds based on hazards analysis. 95

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7270 Containment and Cleanup
Local responders will typically emphasize the containment and stabilization of an incident. State and Federal regulatory agencies can focus on cleanup details. Federal RRT agencies can provide assistance during the cleanup process. It is the releaser’s legal and financial responsibility to clean up and minimize the risk to the health of the general public and workers that are involved. The FOSC or other government officials should monitor the responsible party cleanup activities. It is important to determine whether a fire should be extinguished or allowed to burn. Water used in firefighting could become contaminated and then would need to be contained or possibly treated. In addition, some materials may be water-reactive and pose a greater hazard when in contact with water. Some vapors may condense into pools of liquid that must be contained and removed. Accumulated pools may be recovered with appropriate pumps, hoses, and storage containers. Various foams may be used to reduce vapor generation rates. Water sprays or fog may be applied at downwind points away from “cold” pools to absorb vapors and accelerate their dispersal in the atmosphere. (Sprays and fog might not reduce an explosive atmosphere.) Volatile liquids might be diluted acids and bases or neutralized. If a toxic vapor comes to the ground on crops, on playgrounds, in drinking water, or other places where humans are likely to be affected by it, the area should be tested for contamination. Appropriate steps must be taken if animals (including fish and birds) that may become part of the human food chain are in contact with a hazardous material. It is important to identify in advance what instruments and methods can be used to detect the material in question. Restoration of the area is a long-range project, but general restoration steps should appear in the plan. Specific consideration should be given to the mitigation of damages to the environment.

7280 Decontamination
Decontamination is the process of removing or neutralizing harmful materials that have gathered on personnel and/or equipment during the response to a chemical incident. Many incidents have occurred involving seemingly successful rescue, transport, and treatment of chemically contaminated individuals by unsuspecting emergency personnel who, in the process, contaminate themselves, the equipment, and the hospital where the patient is taken. Decontamination is of the utmost importance because it: 1. Protects all hospital personnel by sharply limiting the transfer of hazardous materials from the contaminated area into clean zones. 2. Protects the community by preventing transportation of hazardous materials from the hospital to other sites in the community by secondary contamination.

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3. Protects workers by reducing the contamination and resultant permeation of, or degradation to, their protective clothing and equipment. 4. Protects other patients already receiving care at the hospital. It should be stressed that to carry out proper decontamination, personnel must have received at least the same degree of training as required for workers who respond to hazardous material incidents. The design of the decontamination process should take into account the degree of hazard and should be appropriate for the situation. For example, a nine-station decontamination process need not be set up if only a boot wash station would suffice. Avoiding contact is the easiest method of decontamination that is not to get the material on the worker or his protective equipment in the first place. However, if contamination is unavoidable, then proper decontamination and/or disposal of the worker’s outer gear will be necessary. Segregation and proper placement of the outer gear in a polyethylene bag or steel drum will be necessary until thorough decontamination is completed. With extremely hazardous materials, it may be necessary to dispose of the contaminated items altogether. Physical decontamination of protective clothing and equipment (known as technical decontamination) can be achieved by several different means. These all include the systematic removal of contaminants by physical methods, such as dilution, brushing, scraping, and vacuuming, and by chemical methods where the contaminant is degraded, neutralized, solidified, or disinfected through some type of chemical process. There is an increasing trend toward using disposable clothing (e.g., suits, boots, gloves) and systematically removing these garments in a manner that precludes contact with the contaminants. The used items of clothing are then thrown away in a sealed container. Reusable suits will require thorough cleaning and testing after each use. The appropriate decontamination procedure will depend on the contaminant and its physical properties, and on the type of CPC being worn. Thoroughly researching the chemicals involved and their properties, or consultation with an expert, is necessary to make these kinds of decisions. In addition to understanding the technical decontamination steps to be used for CPC and equipment, responders must be familiar with the emergency procedures to be followed if a responder wearing PPE becomes ill or is injured and needs to be quickly decontaminated prior to normal removal of his suit. Care must be taken at all times to ensure that the decontamination methods being used do not introduce fresh hazards into the situation. In addition, the residues of the decontamination process must be treated as hazardous wastes. The decontamination stations and process should be confined to the contamination reduction zone.

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Title III requirements, State Emergency Response Commissions (SERCs), Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs), and Tribal Emergency Response Committees (TERCs) were formed. The purpose of these groups is to develop local emergency response plans, participate in exercises to ensure preparedness at the local level, and arrange for training for local responders. In addition, local departments of emergency management (or similar groups) may assist with these functions as well as notifications of hazardous material incidents. The federal government does not fund SERCs, LEPCs, and TERCs and the level of activity varies from area to area. Various federal and state statutes require facilities and vessels to develop emergency response plans to deal with their operations as well as potential off-site impacts. Finally, the St. Petersburg Area Contingency Plan serves as the primary response planning document for the federal and state hazardous materials response agencies in the St. Petersburg COTP AOR. Few of these documents, however, outline tactical strategies to be followed during a hazardous materials response. Due to the shear number of potential chemicals and environmental situations that may be involved, it is critical to establish an ICS structure with a Planning Section responsible for development of Incident Action Plans for each operational period.

7310 Obtaining Chemical Information
The aim of emergency personnel should be to make a chemical-specific identification while exercising caution to prevent exposure to any chemicals. Identifying the hazardous material and obtaining information on its physical characteristics and toxicity are vital steps to the responder’s safety and effective management of the hazardous materials incident. Since each compound has its own unique set of physical and toxicological properties, early and accurate identification of the hazardous material(s) involved allows emergency personnel to initiate appropriate management steps at the scene. Many resources are available to provide information concerning response to and planning for hazardous materials incidents. There is also a vast array of telephone and computer-based information sources concerning hazardous materials. They can help by describing the toxic effects of a chemical, its relative potency, and the potential for secondary contamination. They may also recommend decontamination procedures, clinical management strategies, and advice on the adequacy of specific types of protective gear.

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most import functions of the Planning Section is to obtain information about a chemical’s behavior, potential health effects, and possible response alternatives. In some cases, it may be very difficult to identify the hazardous materials that are involved in an incident. For example, in the case of abandoned drums, it may be difficult to determine the materials involved and thus the risks associated with them. In other cases, it might be relatively easy. For example, if there is a train derailment or a transportation accident, hazardous waste manifests should be able to provide responders with the information needed to begin assessing the risks associated with the site. Further, in the case of hazardous material spills, until the released material is identified and the levels of potential exposure determined, a response strategy cannot be safely implemented. The situation must be approached with extreme caution and often a response must be delayed until safe levels of exposure are determined and a properly equipped response team can be assembled. Decisions regarding possible evacuations must also be made during the period of substance identification and deter. During the initial response phase, some basic actions may be implemented depending upon the available information and resources. These actions can include, but are not limited to: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Rescue of victims; Evacuating and/or controlling access to the area; Identifying the hazards; Controlling and/or stopping further releases; Sampling of water/soil/product; Containment of the already released product; Implementation of countermeasures; and Establishing proper decontamination procedures.

7330 Mitigation
Following identification of the hazardous material or materials involved and the risks associated with those materials, a plan of action can begin to be formulated. Planning for all potential releases of hazardous materials and their possible combinations is not possible. Addressing issues related to decontamination of people and equipment is critically important to the overall success of a hazardous material response. It is also very important in ensuring proper health and safety is maintained. During the mitigation phase and throughout final cleanup, a decontamination area must be established and procedures for personnel and equipment movement established.

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At some point after the height of the initial response phase, the nature of site activities may evolve into a long-term cleanup phase. The responders involved in the initial response phase may or may not be actively involved with this phase. Depending upon the scope of activities and the ability of the local responders, postinitial response and mitigation phase efforts may necessitate mobilization of additional resources. Also, it is possible that federal and/or state agency representatives may need to be involved with the long-term phase to ensure that regulatory mandates are followed. The NCP Section 300.415 and similar state regulations require the lead agency to evaluate all information to determine the appropriate removal/remedial actions. Efforts should also be made to have the responsible parties, if known, perform necessary actions. If the responsible parties are unknown, or are unable/unwilling to perform the actions, it may be necessary for a federal, state, or local agency to undertake the necessary efforts to see that the removal/remedial tasks are accomplished.

7350 Disposal
As a result of response and long-term cleanup activities, a number of different hazardous wastes may have been generated. The responsible party or lead agency must address proper disposal of the wastes in accordance with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), the NCP and Tampa Bay Area Contingency Plan (TBACP), state, and local regulations. RCRA was passed to protect public health and the environment from improper management of hazardous waste. Hazardous waste cannot be disposed on or in the ground, or in local landfills, septic tanks, or injection wells. Also, regardless of quantity, the generator of hazardous waste is ultimately responsible for the waste from “cradle to grave,” and can be held liable for improper management of hazardous waste even though it may have been sent to a “proper” hazardous waste management facility using a licensed transporter. In Florida, because of the shallow aquifer, even small amounts of hazardous waste could seep into the groundwater and contaminate Florida’s drinking water supply. Ultimate disposal of hazardous waste may be made only at a permitted RCRA facility and there are none in the State of Florida. A licensed hazardous waste disposal contractor must be used to transport the material to an approved facility. Within the Tampa Bay Area, there are Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers that may be used to deposit small amounts of hazardous materials and the counties take responsibility for ultimate disposal of these substances. They are located as follows: Hillsborough County: 9805 Sheldon Road (Town ‘N Country) and 626 Gold & Sea Blvd, (Apollo Beach) Call (813) 272-5680 for additional information. 100

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Manatee County: Contact Manatee County Household Hazardous Waste, (941) 792-8811, ext 5423. Pasco County: Contact Pasco County Household Hazardous Waste, (813) 9967341 ext 8718. Pinellas County: 2800 110th Avenue N., St. Petersburg, 24-hour Info line (727) 4644623. Disposal protocols and requirements will conform to the State and Federal standards that exist for hazardous materials and contaminated materials. Options for disposal of materials connected to the emergency response action will be addressed by the State with support by the federal agencies for those agents, materials, or radioactive materials that need special care.

7360 Natural Resource Trustee Issues
Natural Resource Trustees play a key role providing information for natural resource protection strategies, helping ensure that response actions do not further harm natural resources, and assessment of damages following the release of hazardous materials. Although it is not a priority for incident responders, they may be able to assist Natural Resource Trustees in obtaining critical data for their Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA). A NRDA team may be utilized during and after an incident. The Trustees can provide environmentally sensitive area information and information on possible cleanup methods and equipment. Also, NRDA can organize post-response activities for evaluating resource impacts, development of restoration or enhancement projects, and damage assessment information for monetary claims. The Natural Resource Trustee contact information is located in Appendix 9100. More information on Natural Resource Trustees can be found on EPA’s website at http://www.epa.gov/superfund/programs/nrd/trustees.htm#federal. Natural Resource Trustee notification guidance can be found in the Coast Guard Policy Letter 1-02 dated April 27, 2005.

7400 Finance/Administration and Logistics
Many localities are initially overwhelmed by the prospect of providing ample funding for hazardous materials response activities. In large localities, each response agency is usually responsible for providing and maintaining certain equipment and personnel: in such cases, these individual agencies must devise funding methods, sources, and accounting procedures. In smaller localities with limited resources, officials frequently develop cooperative agreements with other jurisdictions and 101

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private industries. Some communities stipulate in law that the party responsible for an incident should ultimately pay the cost of handling it. In some states, regional hazmat teams that are responsible for several communities share costs.

7410 Cost Documentation
All entities and agencies should take care in documenting the full range of costs in responding to an incident. Since it may never be clear at the onset of an incident how costs might be recovered, it is important that records meet a very strict standard of accuracy and completeness. Upon completion of all site activities and/or completion of each phase of an incident, the FOSC may be responsible for submitting letters and/or reports to other agencies. The NCP and TBACP require that an FOSC Report be submitted if requested by the National Response Team or the Regional Response Team. Also, those responders and agencies that accessed fund sources, or wish to access fund sources for reimbursement, must provide written documentation and information to support the costs incurred. Costs must be fully and accurately documented throughout a response. Cost documentation should provide the source and circumstances of the release, the identity of responsible parties, the response action taken, accurate accounting of federal, state, or private party costs incurred for response actions, and impacts and potential impacts to the public health and welfare and the environment.

7420 Comprehensive Environment Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, 1980
OSCs access the Superfund directly, to fund their response activities. By having an OSC at an incident, you’re ensuring that the response will be conducted in accordance with the NCP and that the OSC will be able to access Superfund for costs allowable under the NCP. However, there are two other ways that the Superfund can be accessed -- either through Local Government Reimbursement (LGR) or the claims process. The claims process only works if a response action was preauthorized and therefore is relatively rarely used. The LGR addresses the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Overtime pay for employees Expendable materials and supplies Replacement of equipment lost or destroyed Rental or leasing of equipment Special technical and laboratory services Evacuation services Decontamination of equipment

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must decide who will submit the application on behalf of all those involved. The replacement of disposable materials and supplies that were already owned by the local government and consumed during the response ARE NOT reimbursable. Because the local government prior to the response owned these materials and supplies, they are considered a part of the applicant’s normal operating budget.

7430 Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act Funding Process
In the event of a disaster, when the National Response Plan (NRP) is activated to assist an impacted State, the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act funding may be used to reimburse allowable costs incurred in support of activities under Emergency Support Function-10 (ESF #10) “Hazardous Materials Annex.” In the aftermath of a disaster, where the responsible party of a pollution incident is either unknown or non-responsive, it is appropriate to use Stafford Act funding as the federal mechanism to address the pollution threat. This Stafford Act funding can be used in the discovery, assessment, evaluation, containment, countermeasure, cleanup, disposal, and documentation phases of the response/removal action. Stafford Act funding can be used to address all the pollutants identified within the NRP which includes those pollutants normally responded to using the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (OSLTF) and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Conservation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) Fund. FEMA Mission Assignment. The affected State will request a Mission Assignment from FEMA to address pollution issues. The EPA will facilitate ESF #10 Mission Assignments for EPA and Coast Guard actions. For activities within each State, Mission Assignments can be expected to be issued for the following efforts: 1. 2. 3. Activation of the ERT-A; Technical Assistance/Assessment work; and Direct Federal Assistance/Response work.

If coastal zone is or has the potential to be impacted by the disaster, the EPA will attach specific tasking within the Mission Assignment to support Coast Guard actions. The EPA will then initiate an Inter-agency Agreement (IAG) with the Coast Guard to support Coast Guard costs under the Mission Assignment until reimbursed by the Stafford Act. The use of the OSLTF and the CERCLA Fund should be avoided during Stafford Act declarations where the pollution event was caused by the disaster or emergency. However, if the Stafford Act funding process stated in this guidance is not fulfilling the immediate funding needs of the OSC, the pollution funds may always be used. Funding for pollution incidents commenced prior to a Stafford Act 103

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declaration or from sources not potentially impacted by the disaster shall be completed using the applicable pollution fund.

7500 Response Resources
Private organizations include chemical mutual-aid organizations, individual companies with response units, and information sources. The private response/cleanup contractors are listed by response capabilities as defined by Firescope California’s Hazardous Materials Company Types and Minimum Standards.

7510.1 Commercial Resources
See Appendix 9700 for complete list of resources.

7510.2 Industry Specialized
1. CHEMTREC: Emergency 800-424-9300; Non-emergency: 1-800-262-8200 CHEMTREC is a 24-hour public service of the Chemical Manufacturers’ Association; can provide: (1) Immediate emergency action information for spill, leak, exposure, or fire control measures; (2) Precautionary information; (3) Assistance in identification of a hazardous substance if the manufacturer is known or if shipping papers are present; and, (4) Immediate notification of manufacturers or shippers through their emergency contacts or notification of industry mutual-aid networks. (5) Info from the National Poison Antidote Center (NPAC) with immediate information of most known poisons and communications to all major hospitals. (6) Contact with the chemical manufacturer for detailed technical information, and, in some cases, activation of the manufacturer’s response team. (7) Contact with carriers for technical information, waybill or cargo manifest printouts, and some carriers can assist with chemical- and wreckage-removal operations. (8) Contact with the Chlorine Emergency Plan (CHLOREP) is organized by the Chlorine Institute, it is activated by CHEMTREC. 2. CHEMTEL: will provide services similar to CHEMTREC; 800-255-3924 (24hrs). 3. NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL: will provide information on CHEMICALS ASSOCIATION pesticides; 513-961-9300.

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4. NATIONAL PESTICIDE TELECOMMUNICATION NETWORK: will provide information on most pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides; 800-858-7378 (06301630 PST, 7days/week). 5. UNION CARBIDE: will assist and provide information on their products; 212-5512345.

7510.3 General Technical References 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Guide for All-Hazard Emergency Operations Planning (SLG 101), Federal Emergency Management Agency; Hazardous Materials Emergency Planning Guide (NRT-1), National Response Team; Community Teamwork, U.S. Department of Transportation; Community Awareness and Emergency Response Program Handbook, Chemical Manufacturers Association; Site Emergency Response Planning, Chemical Manufacturers Association; Community Emergency Response Exercise Program, Chemical Manufacturers Association; Chemical Hazards Response Information System - CHRIS: Revised to place all materials on one manual; Washington, D.C.; U.S. Coast Guard, USCG Publication M.16465.11A, January, 2002 2004 North American Emergency Response Guidebook, Washington, D.C.; U.S. Department of Transportation, Guidelines for the Selection of Chemical Protective Clothing, 3rd Edition, Cincinnati, Ohio; American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, Inc., 1987;

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10. Occupational Safety and Health Guidance Manual for Hazardous Waste Site Activities, Washington, D.C.; National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, DHHS Publication No. 85-115, October, 1985; 11. NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards, Washington, D.C.; National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, CDC Publication No. 2005-149, 2005 12. National Fire Protection Association - 472 Standard for Professional Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials Incidents, NFPA, 1997; 105

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13. Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response, (HAZWOPER) OSHA Standard 1910.120 (29 CFR Part 1910), U.S. Department of Labor; December, 1997 14. CAMEO fm 1.1, EPA,NOAA, 2002 15. Technical Guidance for Hazards Analysis - Emergency Planning for Extremely Hazardous Substances, Washington, D.C.: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Federal Emergency Management of Transportation, 1995. 16. SERC Public Sector Guidelines for Hazardous Materials Training, 2003, Tallahassee, Florida.

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7600 WMD Incident Response with a Terrorism Nexus 7610 Introduction
As per the National Response Plan (see Section 1480), in responding to a potential or actual terrorist incident in the maritime environment the Coast Guard will respond with the Federal Bureau of Investigation and other appropriate Federal, State and Local agencies to establish a Unified Command. The Unified Command will simultaneously manage incident operations involving law enforcement response and response operations aimed at protecting public health, safety and the environment.

7620 Purpose
The purpose of this Annex is to facilitate the effective integration of law enforcement and public health and safety response activities involving potential or actual terrorist incidents that occur in the maritime environment.

This Annex should be used in conjunction with one or more of the other annexes (oil, hazardous materials, radiological, biological) as appropriate.
The guidance in this Annex includes:

Coast Guard jurisdiction Federal Bureau of Investigation jurisdiction Unified Command Organization Determinations to be made by the Coast Guard Incident Commander (CGIC) Unified Command Priorities Initial Unified Command objectives Unified Command considerations Operations Section organization model o Operations Section Chief o Deputy Operations for Maritime Security o Deputy Operations for Law Enforcement and Investigation o Deputy Operations for Response and Recovery Planning Section o Deputy Planning Section Chief Coordination between the Incident Command Post (ICP) and the Joint Operations Center (JOC) Coast Guard Liaison to the JOC Special Teams Logistics Section o Facilities Unit o Communications Unit Local maritime law enforcement tactical assets 107

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Coast Guard Jurisdiction
The Coast Guard Sector Commander is responsible for maritime law enforcement, public safety, environmental protection and safe maritime transportation.

Federal Bureau of Investigation Jurisdiction
The Department of Justice through the Federal Bureau of Investigation has the lead responsibility for criminal investigations of terrorist acts or terrorist threats and for coordinating activities of other members of the law enforcement community to detect, prevent, preempt, investigate, and disrupt a terrorist attack.

7630 Unified Command Organization
The make-up of the Unified Command organization for a terrorist incident in the maritime environment will be tailored to the type of incident. For example, in a terrorist initiated radiological incident, the Department of Energy (DOE) would be a member of the Unified Command since they are the designated Coordinating Agency for the incident. In addition to the DOE, the Coast Guard, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the state(s) would also have representation in the Unified Command. The following types of incidents would have representation from other entities: Radiological Incident: Department of Energy (Coordinating Agency) Biological Incident: Public Health Department Hazardous Material Incident: Local fire department, “Responsible party” Oil Incident: “Responsible party” Explosions: Local fire department Figure 1 is an illustration of the agencies and/or entities that could serve in the Unified Command and General Staff. The list of agencies is not exclusive.

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FBI U. S. Coast Guard State Agency(s) Responsible Party Other Federal Agencies Local Fire

Intelligence Officer
CG FIST FBI FIG ICE Analysis State Police Intel CBP Intel

Operations
Sector St. Petersburg Local Fire

Planning
Sector St. Petersburg Gulf Strike Team CG IMAT

Logistics
Sector St. Petersburg CG IMAT Responsible Party

Finance/Admin
Sector St. Petersburg Gulf Strike Team CG IMAT Responsible Party

Deputy Planning
FBI

Figure 1. The type of incident and incident complexity will determine the actual agencies that make up the Unified Command and Command and General Staff.

Determinations to be made by the Coast Guard Incident Commander (CGIC)
Initiate Critical Incident Communications procedures Determine Safe to Respond o Work with the Unified Command to determine the control zones (hot, warm, cold) o Unified Command communicates location of zones to response personnel o Document Safe to Respond determination In consultation with the FBI, the CGIC will determine the need to place a Coast Guard liaison in the Joint Operations Center o Coast Guard Investigative Service to provide liaison In consultation with the FBI, the CGIC will determine the need to raise the Maritime Security (MARSEC) Level?

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Extent of the crime scene

Unified Command Priorities
Preserving life and minimizing risk to public health Preventing a terrorist act or expansion of an existing terrorist act Locating, controlling and disposing of a WMD Apprehending and prosecuting terrorists Protecting the marine environment Minimizing impacts to maritime commerce

Unified Command Objectives
Conduct site assessment to determine presence of a secondary device Institute actions to protect the crime scene Communicate with port stakeholders Ensure the preservation of evidence Secure/Protect port infrastructure to prevent further/expanded attack Minimize and/or contain the damage caused by the attack

Unified Command Considerations
Determine need to implement responder identification protocols Determine need to place law enforcement personnel on board commercial clean up vessels Determine the appropriate level of law enforcement protection to protect responders

7640 Operations Section Organization Model
The Unified Command and the type of incident to which it is responding, will dictate the agency that will fill the role of Deputy Operations for Response and Recovery. Figure 2 is an illustration of the agencies and/or entities that could serve as the Operations Section Chief and Deputy Operations Section Chiefs. The list of agencies is not exclusive.

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Operations Section Chief
Sector St. Petersburg

Deputy Operations for Maritime Security Sector St. Petersburg

Deputy Operations for Law Enforcement & Investigation FBI

Deputy Operations for Response and Recovery Responsible Party DOE EPA Gulf Strike Team

Figure 2. The Operations Section organization during a terrorist response involving both crisis and consequence management activities.

Operations Section Chief
For incidents that involve both law enforcement-investigation and incident management the Operations Section Chief’s primary role shifts to one of coordination, ensuring that all tactical activities planned among the Deputy Operations Chiefs result in well coordinated joint operations. In this capacity the Operations Section Chief: Ensures that the Unified Command objectives are accomplished Minimizes duplication of effort among the Deputies Looks for opportunities to share limited resources Ensures that Unified Commanders receive comprehensive briefings Ensures that Operations fully supports the ICS Planning Process Ensures that tactical planning is coordinated among the Deputies Working closely together, the Deputy Operations Section Chiefs develop tactical plans and manage their respective fields of expertise Deputy Operations for Maritime Security: A Coast Guard officer serves as the Deputy Operations for Maritime Security and is responsible for the management of all the maritime law enforcement response activities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Supporting the development of tactical plans Coordinating closely with the FBI and other law enforcement agencies Coordinating search and rescue operations as necessary Establishing and enforcing safety and security zones

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Deputy Operations for Law Enforcement and Investigation: An FBI Special Agent will serve as the Deputy Operations Section Chief for Law Enforcement and Investigation. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Managing the deployment and coordination of Federal law enforcement and investigative assets in support of the Incident Action Plan Collection and dissemination of intelligence Deputy Operations for Response and Recovery: The Deputy Operations for Response and Recovery is usually filled by the agency or entity with the legal responsibility for removing the public health and environmental threat. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Support the development of tactical plans that address public health and environmental threats Coordinate closely with the FBI and other law enforcement agencies Depending on the incident, implement actions outlined in the appropriate consequence management Annex (oil, hazardous materials, radiological, biological)

7650 Planning Section
In a terrorist incident response, the FBI will place a special agent in the Planning Section as a Deputy Planning Section Chief. In this capacity the FBI is responsible for: remaining up-to-date on the most current incident situation acting as a conduit for requests for additional crisis assets, and, assisting with the development of the Incident Action Plan

Coordination between the Incident Command Post (ICP) and the Joint Operations Center (JOC)
The JOC is an FBI-managed interagency command and control center for managing multi-agency law enforcement and investigative responses to credible terrorist threats or an actual incident. The JOC structure calls for liaison representation to and from the Unified Command to ensure that intelligence of relevance and value to consequence managers is passed to the Unified Commanders. The JOC: Is the decision making authority for law enforcement activities Manages and retains law enforcement sensitive intelligence The JOC does not manage consequence management activities, but ensures that law enforcement activities are communicated and coordinated with the Unified Command.

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Coast Guard Liaison to the JOC
As a maritime law enforcement agency, the Coast Guard would be a participant in the JOC with Coast Guard Investigative Service (CGIS) agents teamed with FBI agents to collect and monitor intelligence and investigative information to determine what is of particular interest to the Coast Guard. In this capacity the Liaison would: Monitor intelligence and investigative activity and determine what is of particular interest to the Coast Guard. Ensure that intelligence information relevant to consequence managers is passed to the Unified Commanders.

Special Teams
Some of the special teams that can be requested to provide support to both crisis and consequence management operations include: Maritime Safety and Security Team District-7 Field Intelligence Support Team Coast Guard Atlantic Area Incident Management Assist Team Coast Guard Investigative Service USCG Public Affairs Information Team DOE RAP Team Gulf Strike Team

7660 Logistics Section
The unique nature of a terrorist incident requires the collection and sharing of sensitive or classified information. The establishment of the Incident Command Post must take into consideration the following: Facilities Unit o Include dedicated private space for law enforcement Communications Unit o Determine need to request communications support from CAMSLANT o Determine need to provide Cellular STU-III support to the Coast Guard Incident Commander

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7700 RESERVED 7800 Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Glossary 7810 Acronyms and Abbreviations
American Institute of Chemical Engineers Agency for Toxic Materials and Disease Registry (HHS) Clean Air Act 42 U.S.C. s/s 7401 et seq Computer Assisted Management of Emergency Operations Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (HHS) Chemical Emergency Preparedness and Prevention Office Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (PL 96-510) 42 U.S.C. s/s 9601 et seq. CHEMNET A mutual aid network of chemical shippers and contract CHEMTREC Chemical Transportation Emergency Center operated by American Chemistry Council CHLOREP A mutual aid group comprised of shippers and carriers of chlorine CHRlS/HACS Chemical Hazards Response Information System/Hazard Assessment Computer System SLG 101 Guide for All-Hazard Emergency Operations Planning CWA Clean Water Act EMA Emergency Management Agency EOC Emergency Operations Center EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency EPCRA Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 (SARA Title III) ERD Emergency Response Division (EPA) FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency FEMA-REP-5 Guidance for Developing State and Local Radiological Emergency Response Plans and Preparedness for Transportation Accidents FWPCA Federal Water Pollution Control Act HAZMAT Hazardous Materials HAZWOPER Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard 29 CFR 1910.120 and 40 CFR 320 HCS Hazardous Communications Standard HHS U.S. Department of Health and Human Services HSDB Hazardous Substance Database of the Toxicology Data Network (ToxNet) operated by the National Library of Medicine ICS Incident Command System LEPC Local Emergency Planning Committee MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet NCP National Contingency Plan NFPA National Fire Protection Association NIOSH National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (CDC) NOAA National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NRC U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission; National Response Center OPA Oil Pollution Act of 1990 33 U.S.C. 2702 to 2761 115 AlChE ATSDR CAA CAMEO CDC CEPPO CERCLA

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OSC OSHA PPA RRT RSPA SARA SCBA SERC SPCC TSD

On-Scene Coordinator Occupational Safety and Health Administration (DOL) Pollution Prevention Act 42 U.S.C. 13101 and 13102, s/s et seq. Regional Response Team Research and Special Programs Administration (DOT) Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (PL 99-499) 42 U.S.C.9601 et seq. Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus State Emergency Response Commission Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities

7820 Glossary
CAER Community Awareness and Emergency Response program developed by the American Chemistry Council. Guidance for chemical plant managers to assist them in taking the initiative in cooperating with local communities to develop integrated (community/industry) hazardous materials response plans. More information on CAER can be obtained by visiting ACC’s website at www.cmahq.com. Chemical Emergency Preparedness and Prevention Office develops program to address accidental releases of chemicals through outreach, rightto-know, and regulations. Can be updated using website information. A mutual aid network of chemical shippers and contractors. CHEMNET is activated when a company, who is a member of the CHEMNET program, is notified by the CHEMTREC Center that an incident involving one of its products has occurred and that expert assistance may be needed at the scene. If the affected company is unable to respond to the scene in a timely manner because of distance or other circumstances, the CHEMTREC Emergency Center can link the shipper with the nearest CHEMNET response team that is capable and available to respond. More information on CHEMNET can be obtained by visiting ACC’s website at www.cmahq.com.

CEPPO

CHEMNET

CHEMTREC Can be updated using website information. Chemical Transportation Emergency Center operated by the American Chemistry Council. Provides information and assistance to emergency responders. CHEMTREC contacts the shipper or producer of the material for more detailed information, including on-scene assistance when feasible. More information on CHEMTREC can be obtained by visiting ACC’s website at www.cmahq.com. Brochures and registration forms may be obtained by emailing [email protected], writing CHEMTREC, 1300 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22209, or calling: 1-800-262-8200. CHEMTREC can be reached 24 hours a day by calling 1-800-424-9300.

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CHLOREP

Can update with website information. Chlorine Emergency Plan operated by the Chlorine Institute. A 24-hour mutual aid program. Response is activated by a CHEMTREC call to the designated CHLOREP contact, who notifies the appropriate team leader, based upon CHLOREP’s geographical sector assignments for teams. The team leader in turn calls the emergency caller at the incident scene and determines what advice and assistance are needed. The team leader then decides whether or not to dispatch his team to the scene. More information on CHLOREP can be obtained by visiting www.cl2.com/chlorep/index.html.

CHRIS/HACSChemical Hazards Response Information System/Hazard Assessment Computer System developed by the U.S. Coast Guard. HACS is a computerized model of the four CHRIS manuals that contain chemical specific data. FOSCs use HACS to find answers to specific questions during a chemical spill/response. State and local officials and industry representatives may ask an OSC to request a HACS run for contingency planning purposes. The CHRIS manuals can be accessed online by visiting www.chrismanual.com/Default.htm. CPG 1-3 Federal Assistance Handbook: Emergency Management, Direction and Control Programs, prepared by FEMA. Provides states with guidance on administrative and programmatic requirements associated with FEMA funds. Guide for All-Hazard Emergency Operations Planning (see EOP below). This document is available online at www.fema.gov/pte/gaheop.htm. Emergency Alert System to be used to inform the public about the nature of a hazardous materials incident and what safety steps they should take. The Emergency Management Institute is a component of FEMA’s National Emergency Training Center located in Emmitsburg, Maryland. It conducts resident and nonresident training activities for Federal, state, and local government officials, managers in the private economic sector, and members of professional and volunteer organizations on subjects that range from civil nuclear preparedness systems to domestic emergencies caused by natural and technological hazards. Nonresident training activities are also conducted by State Emergency Management Training Offices under cooperative agreements that offer financial and technical assistance to establish annual training programs that fulfill emergency management training requirements in communities throughout the nation. Environmental Response Team, a group of highly specialized experts available through EPA 24 hours a day. Emergency Operations Plan developed in accord with the guidance in SLG 101. EOPs are multihazard, functional plans that treat emergency management activities generically. EOPs provide for as much generally applicable capability as possible without reference to any particular hazard: 117

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then they address the unique aspects of individual disasters in hazardspecific appendixes. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS Refers generally to hazardous materials, petroleum, natural gas, synthetic gas, acutely toxic chemicals, and other toxic chemicals. ICS Incident Command System, the combination of facilities, equipment, personnel, procedures, and communications operating within a common organizational structure with responsibility for management of assigned resources to effectively accomplish stated objectives at the scene of an incident. Integrated Emergency Management System, developed by FEMA in recognition of the economies realized in planning for all hazards on a generic functional basis as opposed to developing independent structures and resources to deal with each type of hazard. The National Fire Academy is a component of FEMA’s National Emergency Training Center located in Emmitsburg, Maryland. It provides fire prevention and control training for the fire service and allied services. Courses on campus are offered in technical, management, and prevention subject areas. A growing off-campus course delivery system is operated in conjunction with state fire training program offices. National Response Center, a communications center for activities related to response actions, is located at Coast Guard headquarters in Washington, DC. The NRC receives and relays notices of discharges or releases to the appropriate OSC, disseminates OSC and RRT reports to the NRT when appropriate, and provides facilities for the NRT to use in coordinating a national response action when required. The toll-free number (800-424-8802 can be reached 24 hours a day for reporting actual or potential pollution incidents. National Response Team, consisting of representatives of 16 government agencies (DOD, DOI, DOT/RSPA, DOT/USCG, EPA, DOC, FEMA, DOS, USDA, DOJ, HHS, DOL, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, DOE, GSA, and Treasury), is the principal organization for implementing the NCP. When the NRT is not activated for a response action, it serves as a standing committee to develop and maintain preparedness, to evaluate methods of responding to discharges or releases, to recommend needed changes in the response organization, and to recommend revisions to the NCP. The NRT may consider and make recommendations to appropriate agencies on the training, equipping, and protection of response teams: and necessary research, development, demonstration, and evaluation to improve response capabilities.

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OHMTADS Oil and Hazardous Materials Technical Assistance Data System, a computerized data base containing chemical, biological, and toxicological information about hazardous materials. OSCs use OHMTADS to identify unknown chemicals and to learn how to best handle known chemicals. OSC On-Scene Coordinator, the Federal official pre-designated by EPA or USCG to coordinate and direct Federal responses and removals under the NCP; or the DOD official designated to coordinate and direct the removal actions from releases of hazardous materials, pollutants, or contaminants from DOD vessels and facilities. When the National Response Center receives notification of a pollution incident, the National Response Center Duty Officer notifies the appropriate OSC, depending on the location of an incident. Based on this initial report and any other information that can be obtained, the OSC makes a preliminary assessment of the need for a Federal response. If an on-scene response is required, the OSC will go to the scene and monitor the response of the responsible party or state or local government. If the responsible party is unknown or not taking appropriate action, and the response is beyond the capability of state and local governments, the OSC may initiate Federal actions, using funding from the FWPCA Pollution Fund for oil discharges and the CERCLA Trust Fund (Superfund) for hazardous substance releases. Regional Response Teams composed of representatives of Federal agencies and a representative from each state in the Federal region. During a response to a major hazardous materials incident involving transportation or a fixed facility, the OSC may request that the RRT be convened to provide advice or recommendations in specific issues requiring resolution. Under the NCP, RRTs may be convened by the chairman when a hazardous materials discharge or release exceeds the response capability available to the OSC in the place where it occurs; crosses regional boundaries: or may pose a substantial threat to the public health, welfare, or environment, or to regionally significant amounts of property. Regional contingency plans specify detailed criteria for activation of RRTs. RRTs may review plans developed in compliance with Title Ill, if the local emergency planning committee so requests.

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8000 Marine Firefighting Plan

8100 Introduction
As Florida’s largest deepwater seaport, Tampa Port handles 3,700 vessels each year and 47 million tons of cargo. Cargo types range from Anhydrous Ammonia to Liquefied Petroleum Gas to Passengers. Tampa Bay’s main players consist of the Tampa Port Authority, St. Petersburg Port Authority and Manatee Port Authority. An average of four commercial vessel fires occur each year in the Tampa Bay area. Since 1989, significant shipboard fires within the Tampa Bay Area included, the Tug BEVERLY ANDERSON/BARGE MARY TURNER and the Tug SEAFARER/BARGE OCEAN 255. A short narrative of these events is given below. • On April 16, l992 the Tug BEVERLY ANDERSON/BARGE MARY TURNER caught fire while in Gadsden Point Cut in Upper Tampa Bay. Coast Guard Group St. Petersburg requested Sector St. Petersburg to contact the Tampa Fire Boat for assistance and for the COTP to secure the navigation channel. The Tampa Fire Department was contacted and requested to send the Tampa Fire Boat to assist in fighting the fire. The COTP closed Gadsden Point Cut Channel to all non emergency vessel traffic. Several tugs, commercial vessels and Coast Guard 41472 arrived on scene. Once on scene, it was apparent that only the Tug BEVERLY ANDERSON was involved with the fire. The barge was an empty coal barge and did not pose a HAZMAT or fire exposure hazard. The Chief Engineer was reported missing, prompting on-scene personnel to advance fire-fighting efforts into the tug without approved body or respiratory protection. Other supporting vessels began a water search for the missing crewmember. The Chief Engineer was located 1 hour and 31 minutes after the report of fire was received. He had sustained 3rd degree burns on 38% of his body and was Medivaced to Tampa General Hospital's burn unit. Fire fighting efforts were hampered by the on scene weather conditions. Fifteen to twenty knot winds and four-foot seas hampered the effective application of foam. The integrity of the foam blanket degraded after application. The tug's engine room fire was extinguished and a re-flash watch was set. Then, small fires in other parts of the vessel were extinguished using the tug crew and Tampa Fire Department personnel. After the fires were extinguished, the tug was taken in tow by two tugs to Big Bend Channel. This incident required operations in five separate areas simultaneously. They were waterborne search for a missing crewmember, airlifting of a burn victim, fire fighting, logistics coordination and communication among assets. On August 10, l993 at 0548Q, a three-vessel collision occurred near the entrance to Tampa Bay. The M/V BALSA 37 collided with the TUG SEAFARER and its tank barge OCEAN 255, then collided with the TUG CAPT FRED BOUCHARD and its barge B-155. The collisions resulted in a massive explosion and fire aboard the tank barge OCEAN 255, which was a clear sign to the marine community that this incident would not be a "routine" vessel fire. The barge was engulfed in flames and the TUG SEAFARER was in danger of being engulfed. The tug's crew quickly 120

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abandoned ship but only after grounding the barge just off Mullet Key. The first fire fighting units on scene were 41 foot UTB's from Station Cortez, Sand Key, and St. Petersburg. Arriving thereafter was the Tug GULF COAST, the Tampa Fire Department Fire Boat, the Sarasota Fire Department Boat and the Cutters SITKINAK, POINT STEELE, and VISE. Since all initial efforts with the available limited quantities of AFFF had no effect on the fire, the on scene units applied water to help keep the barge's hull as cool as possible to avoid catastrophic hull failure. At times the fireboats, cutters and UTB's were within 10 feet of the barge. By mid afternoon of the first day, CGC DECISIVE was placed under CCGF Tampa's operational control. CGC DECISIVE eventually relieved CGC SITKINAK as On Scene Commander and helped keep all units operating in harmony. A Tampa Fire Department pumper truck and AFFF trailer were placed aboard a U.S. Army Landing Craft and ferried to the scene. Eventually the combined efforts of the Tampa Fire Department's AFFF and other units keeping the hull cool were successful in extinguishing the fire.

8110 Authority
Among the provisions of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act of 1972 (PWSA) (33 U.S.C. 1221 et seq.) is an acknowledgment that increased supervision of port operations is necessary to prevent damage to structures in, on, or adjacent to the navigable waters of the U.S., and to reduce the possibility of vessel or cargo loss, or damage to life, property, and the marine environment. This statute, along with the traditional functions and powers of the Coast Guard to render aid and save property (14 U.S.C. 88(b), is the basis for Coast Guard firefighting activities. 42 U.S.C. 1856-1856d provide that an agency charged with providing fire protection for any property of the United States may enter into reciprocal agreements with state and local firefighting organizations to provide for mutual aid. This statute further provides that emergency assistance may be rendered in the absence of a reciprocal agreement, when it is determined by the head of that agency to be in the best interest of the United States. 33 USC 1251 et. seq. Under the Clean Water Act, as amended by the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, whenever a marine casualty in the navigable waters or exclusive economic zone of the U.S. has created a substantial threat of pollution due to discharge or imminent discharge of large quantities of oil or hazardous substance from a vessel, the Coast Guard may coordinate and direct all public and private efforts to remove or eliminate such threat and summarily remove and, if necessary, destroy the vessel. 33 USC 1471 et. Seq. The Intervention on the High Seas Act extends the USCG authority to take preemptive or corrective action upon the high seas, i.e. beyond the three mile territorial seas boundary, to prevent, mitigate or eliminate grave and imminent danger to the coastline from pollution or threat of same by oil following a maritime casualty which may reasonably be expected to result in harmful consequences. This authority rests with the Commandant. Any recommendations to take such action should be relayed through the District Commander to the Commandant. 42 USC 1856-1856(d) This statute provides that an agency charged with providing fire protection for any U.S. property may enter into reciprocal agreements with state and local fire-fighting organizations to provide for mutual aid. It further provides that emergency assistance may be rendered in the absence of a reciprocal agreement, when the head of that agency determines it to be in the best interest of the U.S. Section 4202 (OPA 90) (Public Law 101-380) Mandates that the Coast Guard 121

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maintain an Area Contingency Plan of pollution response (including firefighting equipment) within each port.

8120 Purpose And Objectives
The adequate protection of the ports of the Gulf Coast of Florida from fire, explosion or other similar incidents is essential to the continued well-being of our community. To assure such protection, adequate marine disaster response capability should be available and utilized under well-conceived disaster contingency plans. This document provides for a coordinated response by the U.S. Coast Guard and other federal, state, local, and civilian forces to major fires on board vessels or waterfront facilities. It provides policies, responsibilities, and procedures for coordination of on scene forces. It is designed for use in conjunction with other state, regional, and local contingency plans. The Marine Firefighting Plan is a part of the St. Petersburg Area Contingency Plan (ACP). The ACP is prepared by the Area Committee. It is to be implemented with the National Contingency Plan and the Regional Contingency Plan to address removal of oil and hazardous substances. The ACP was implemented by the government to rectify the problems encountered during the response and recovery of the EXXON VALDEZ spill in Alaska.

8130 Scope
This document is the primary firefighting instruction for St. Petersburg Area Contingency for fires at facilities and/or on vessels. This plan further describes the responsibilities of all agencies involved. It is to be used to coordinate agency response and action. This plan also sets forth a command structure and a list of resources. This document is not intended to be a marine firefighting technical handbook. This regional contingency plan has the following major objectives: • • • • • • To protect lives and property in the COTP St. Petersburg Zone and to assure the free flow of maritime commerce. To secure a relationship among responsible federal, state and local municipalities and commercial facilities, so that resources may be employed to effect a swift, well coordinated response to vessel and waterfront fire emergencies. To identify and clarify lines of authority and response within the port community. To identify jurisdiction. To promote safety for fire fighting personnel and the port community. To protect the marine environment and the community from damage or disaster.

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concern. Likewise, the question of who pays for resources committed to fire fighting is also a concern and has delayed response. Unfortunately, any delay will probably allow for the escalation of the fire. Existing State/County/City disaster preparedness organizations, including their fire departments, are well suited to deal with non-marine fires and other emergency conditions. However, shipboard and waterfront fires add several dimensions. Most fire departments have never fought a shipboard fire, and ship peculiarities are unfamiliar and dangerous to fire fighters. Often, it is difficult to assemble knowledgeable personnel and the resources that are adequate to handle the emergency; many must travel across political and jurisdictional lines. Mutual aid requests coordinated by county and state emergency management agents (EMA's) will facilitate the response of these fire fighting related resources. But some personnel and organizations with the necessary marine expertise are not within the normal fire fighting community, and firefighting organizations are not familiar with them. The CG COTP will be the agent that works as the coordinator, in the unified command structure, with the fire incident commander, the maritime experts, and the other agencies that are not accustomed to working together in order to control the emergency. In marine fire fighting, COTP St. Petersburg historically has maintained the official posture that the Coast Guard will provide "assistance as available". While the Coast Guard has an interest in assuring port and environmental safety, this interest does not extend to preemption of local responsibility and authority for shipboard and waterfront facility fire fighting pursuant to the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 (PL 93-498). The Coast Guard intends to maintain this "assistance as available" posture, while emphasizing the development of a regional plan and inter-agency cooperation as the viable and lawful solution to marine fire fighting needs. This regional plan recognizes that there is a lack of resources and trained personnel maintained by any one fire department in the area, that no one fire department or agency is in a position to assume the burden of marine fire fighting alone, and that the impact of a marine fire disaster on the community can be severe. Therefore, the plan will rely heavily on the continued negotiation of locally derived mutual aid agreements within counties and across county lines. It is not intended for existing mutual aid to be superseded; this plan is intended to compliment and encourage expansion of mutual aid agreements. It will assist communities in the development of the inherent capability to respond to marine fires within their jurisdiction in concert with other fire departments and agencies using available equipment, including commercial resources on a contract basis or other federal or local resources on a consumable reimbursement basis.

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This group will be comprised of subscribers to the contingency plan. The group shall recruit and identify members of the port and firefighting community that will be predesignated and accepted as technical experts. This group should include qualified firefighters and port operations professionals with skills in public safety and regional communications. This group shall be called upon from time to time to support the planning process including inter-agency coordination. At the time of a marine disaster this group would assume an advisory role at the incident commander’s command post.

8150 Policy 8151 Federal Policy
Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974(pl 93-498) states that fire prevention and control is and should remain a state and local responsibility, although the Federal government must help to reduce fire losses.

8152 Coast Guard Policy
Coast Guard firefighting policy is established in the Coast Guard Marine Safety Manual Vol VI, chapter 8. It states that, where an organized fire department exists, the local Fire Chief is in charge of the firefighting operations on vessels and at facilities. The Coast Guard will render assistance as available, equal to each unit’s level of training and adequacy of equipment. This is not intended to convey the impression that the Coast Guard is prepared to relieve local Fire Commanders of firefighting responsibilities.

8153 Sector St. Petersburg / Captain of the Port Policy
The Coast Guard Policy on firefighting does not relieve the Coast Guard Captain of the Port (COTP) of the responsibility for the overall safety of the port. It also does not restrict the lawful authority of the COTP to act in the best interest of the safety of life, property and the environment. Federal law gives the Captain of the Port authority to take full or partial control or direct the operation of any vessel within the territorial waters of the United States under his jurisdiction. This is done whenever it appears to the COTP that such action is necessary in order to secure such vessel from damage or injury, or to prevent damage or injury to any vessel or waterfront facility. The COTP, or his representative, will respond to assist as necessary, with waterside traffic control, minimum waterside firefighting assistance, and personnel familiar with shipboard construction, layout, common firefighting systems, and stability.

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The emergency management structure in the state of Florida is guided by Florida Statute Chapter 252 which sets up an organizational structure with four levels of intervention (local, county, state and federal). The basic concept is for the lowest level of government to have initial responsibility for disaster response and relief. The said level will attempt to mitigate the situation with the resources available to it. Requests for assistance from the next higher level of government will be made when the magnitude of the disaster either exceeds the resources of the local level of government or the resources needed are not available at the local level. Under Chapter 252, -each county government is to operate a Division of Emergency Management for the purpose of coordinating disaster relief efforts in that county. Upon exhaustion of resources at the County level, requests for State assistance will be made to the State Division of Emergency Management (DEM). Rapid Impact Assessment Teams (RIAT) will be sent to evaluate the damage and the assistance needed through the State. Based on this information, the Governor may declare a state of emergency to exist in the area, and direct state resources into the affected area. The State Emergency Operations Center (EOC) would be activated at this time and provide direct coordination to the County EOC to liaison State resources into the affected area. State Agencies will provide resources to local governments according to the functional responsibilities outlined below. These functions are referred to as Emergency Support Functions (ESF). For each function, one State agency will have primary responsibility and will provide resources and leadership relating to the disaster. The Governor will request assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The request will be based on State and local damage reports. When the President declares an emergency or a major disaster, federal assistance would then be authorized to assist the State government. DEM has been designated as the State agency responsible for coordinating assistance received through federal programs.

8155 Local Policy
Fire Departments will respond to all shipboard fires within their jurisdictional boundaries. Local fire departments are participants in the State of Florida Fire-Rescue Disaster Response Plan. This plan is intended to provide for the systematic mobilization, organization, and operation of Fire-Rescue resources throughout the State in assisting local agencies in mitigating the effects of disaster. Most local fire departments have limited response capabilities for shipboard fires. Some fire departments have fire boats. Offshore ship fires are a rescue priority. Land based Fire Departments will be involved at their Chief's discretion as the situation and location dictates. Additionally the municipalities would be contacted after the initial 911 call information is forwarded to the state warning point and Florida Fire Chiefs Association in Tallahassee to authorize their responses, regardless of jurisdictional boundaries they would still be required to initiate a response. 125

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8156 Responsible Party Policy
The Responsible Party (RP) vessel master or designee will maintain control over the vessel, crew and passengers. The presence of local firefighters does not relieve the master of command or responsibility of overall safety on the vessel. The master should not countermand any orders given by the local firefighters in the performance of fire-fighting activities, unless the action taken or planned clearly endangers the safety of the vessel or crew. The RP will assign a representative to the Command Post and Command Center. His designee should be thoroughly familiar with the ships systems and be a command level officer. The RP may also hire a commercial fire-fighting company to extinguish the fire.

8160 Boundaries 8161 Geographic Boundaries
The Coast Guard COTP St. Petersburg, Fl zone is defined by 33 CFR 3.35-35. The operational area of Sector St. Petersburg, with its office in St. Petersburg, Fl, is comprised of the area starting at the intersection of the Florida coast with longitude 083 50’W (30 00’N, 083 50’W) at the mouth of the Fenholloway River, thence due north to a position 30 15N, 084 45’W; thence due west to a position 30 15’N, 084 45’W; thence due north to the Florida/Georgia border at longitude 084 45’W. The boundary then follows the Georgia/Florida border easterly to a position at longitude 83 00’W; thence southeasterly to 28 00N, 081 30’W; thence due south to 26 00’N, 081 30’W; thence southwesterly to the tip of Cape Romano, Fl. The westerly offshore boundary of the COTP Tampa zone is a line bearing 199 degrees true from the Florida coast at 30 00’N, 083 50’W, at the Fenholloway River to the extent of the EEZ. The eastern offshore boundary is a line bearing 227 degrees true from 26.00N, 081 30’W, through Cape Romano to the extent of the Exclusive Economic Zone. Generally, the land area is described above is bounded by the following: Beginning in the northwest, the Florida/Georgia state line from 4 miles east of Chattahoochee to 7 miles east of Jennings. Then an imaginary line running southeasterly 7 miles west of Columbia, 8 miles west of Gainesville, 2 miles west of Ocala to a point 12 miles southwest of Haines City. From there southward to and including Everglades City, then northward to Stake Point at the mouth of the Fenholloway River. From there a line running 20 miles north, then 57 miles due west, then 32 miles north to the state border. NUMBER OF WATERFRONT FACILITIES OIL TRANSFER: 17 126

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CHEMICAL: BREAK BULK: NH3: LPG:

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8162 Coastal Jurisdictions
The Tampa Bay area and adjoining coastal areas are located within jurisdictions shared with several counties that lie in the ICW and Tampa Bay area. For the purpose of clarity, Hillsborough County jurisdictional boundaries are outline below in legal description. However, all the counties that have coastal boundaries that adjoin and extend to coastal shoreline also have jurisdiction along that shoreline to a point to extend three leagues or 9 nautical miles outward from that shoreline. The counties do in fact enjoy the same extent of jurisdiction as that of the states which extends to a point 9 miles off the coastline. The counties have this jurisdiction with respect to their appropriate county lines and shorelines. Law Enforcement agencies can assist on-scene to: (1) Control crowds; (2) Limit access to fire area; (3) Provide security for staging areas; (4) Enforce safety zones, (5) Provide Highway Patrol escort for vehicles carrying Fire Fighting personnel and resources.

8163 Hillsborough County Boundaries
The boundary lines of Hillsborough County are as follows: Beginning at the northeast corner of section one in township twenty-seven south, range sixteen east; thence east on the north line of township twenty-seven south to the line between ranges twenty-two and twenty-three east; thence south on said range line to the line between townships thirty-two and thirty-three south; thence west on said township line to the south bank of Tampa bay; thence in a direct line to a point midway between Egmont and Passage Keys in the Gulf of Mexico; thence westerly to the boundary of the State of Florida; thence northerly on the boundary of the State of Florida to a point in the Gulf of Mexico due west of the northern shore of Mullet Key; thence due east to a point one hundred yards due west of the northernmost shore of Mullet Key; thence in a line one hundred yards from the shore line around the southern portion of Mullet Key to a point one hundred yards due east of the easternmost shore of Mullet Key; thence due north to a point due east of the northernmost shore of Mullet Key; thence due east to the middle waters of Tampa Bay; thence in a northerly direction through the middle waters of Tampa Bay and Old Tampa Bay to a point where the range line between ranges sixteen and seventeen east strikes said shore; thence north on said range line to the place of beginning. 127

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8164 The Tampa Port Authority, St. Petersburg or the Manatee Port Authority
Will provide a representative to the Unified Command Center. The Port Authority will make recommendations to the COTP to ensure proper control of vessel movement into and out of Tampa Bay. For vessels tied up at berths situated close to the fire, the Port Authority may recommend movement of those vessels to appropriate anchorage/mooring sites.

8170 Fire Fighting Operations
In the event of a Marine Fire involving a Vessel or Facility of magnitude or an incident that escalates beyond the fire fighting abilities of the vessel or facilities resources available it may become necessary to form and ICS organization. This is initiated by the first arriving agency. When the Coast Guard is the first responding agency, they will assume command of the incident. The IC can and should be passed at an operational level when, and as soon as is practical to do so. • For example, a CG 41 footer responds to a barge or tank ship fire that is beyond the scope of the vessels crew or their own abilities. The 41 may conduct initial fire fighting operations while reporting via radio the need for additional resources. Once Tampa Fire Department arrives on scene command can be passed and Tampa Fire Department will establish IC for the Fire fighting operations. If the incident exists as or escalates to a level that it is of a threat to safety, the port and waterways, vessel traffic, or the marine environment then a Unified Command may be established. Under this Unified Command, Tampa Fire Department becomes a sector as part of the Operations Branch of the Unified Command. A second example involves a marine facility located in the Port of Tampa, such as GATX. In such an event that a fire or hazardous release at a marine facility escalates or is beyond the abilities of the facilities own fire protection or hazardous response, Tampa Fire Department would respond most likely as a result of a call placed to 911. The first arriving unit would either take command or pass command to the next arriving unit. If the incident escalates then the IC would escalate also. A Unified Command may again be necessary if the incident escalates or is such that warrants a threat to safety, the port and waterways, vessel traffic, or the marine environment.

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The Coast Guard’s primary concerns during a marine fire fighting response are safety, the integrity of the involved vessel or vessels, mitigation of environmental impact, vessel stability and protection of the environment. It is not the Coast Guards intent to be the lead agency at an operations level in Marine Fire fighting activities.

8180 Responsibility 8181 USCG COTP St. Petersburg Responsibilities:
The COTP exercises primary federal responsibility for the safety and security of the port. This responsibility is discharged by enforcing dangerous cargo regulations, marine terminal safety regulations, and pollution prevention regulations. In emergencies, the COTP may control the movement of ships and boats establish safety zones and provide on scene forces. Responsibilities of the COTP include: Coordinate firefighting activities with the Incident Commander (IC). Assume Incident Commander for burning vessel underway or at anchor when: • • The fire department with jurisdiction is unable to respond, No fire department has jurisdiction.

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Coordinate tugs to assist in relocating moored or anchored vessels. Alert owners/operators of terminals or vessels at risk.

8182 Local Fire Department
Local fire departments are responsible for fire protection within their jurisdictions. Fire department Responsibilities include: Assume the position of Incident Commander. In this capacity, exercise overall control of firefighting operations for the incident. Establish an Incident Command Post. Establish and maintain communications between the Incident Commander and all participating units. Request necessary personnel and equipment, and appropriate medical aid. Determine the need for, and request mutual aid. Make all requests to move vessel through Coast Guard COTP. Make all requests for Coast Guard/federal personnel, equipment, and waterside security through the COTP. Establish liaison with police department for landside traffic and crowd control (scene security and evacuation).

8183 Vessel Master
This plan is not intended to relieve the Master of his command nor restrict his authority concerning normal shipboard operation. However, it must be recognized that the local fire chief normally has more experience in the art of fire fighting. In addition, the fire chief has the responsibility for the safety of his firefighters, equipment and to the community to contain and extinguish any fires. The success of the operation is contingent on one person being in charge of all the fire fighting aspects. In the case of shipboard fires, the local fire chief will be the person in charge of the fire fighting operation. The master plays a very important role in lending his experience and assisting the fire chief to insure a successful operation. The presence of the fire chief in no way relieves the master of command of his vessel. However, the master shall not countermand any orders made by the fire chief in the performance of the fire fighting operation. The master, officers, and crew of the vessel shall assist in the fire fighting operation. The master shall be liaison between the fire chief and his crew. He shall furnish, if possible, the fire chief with any information requested. He should provide the 130

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fire chief with members of his crew to act as guides. The master shall control the actions of his crew. In the absence of the Master, the Chief Mate or Chief Engineer is expected to represent the vessel.

8184 Joint Responsibilities
The Coast Guard and local fire departments will cooperate and assist each other: In carrying out their respective duties. This includes, but is not limited to, sending representatives of both organizations to meetings and other functions relating to marine firefighting within the port area. Annually review the Marine Firefighting Plan maintained by USCG COTP St. Petersburg. Provide input as necessary to update and revise this plan. Coordinating a periodic operation to exercise components of the Marine Firefighting Plan.

8190 Procedures for Reviewing, Updating, and Exercising 8191 Responsibility
To ensure the validity of this plan, the Readiness Coordination Group will appoint a working group to periodically review all arrangements, jurisdictional relationships, and information contained within the plan. Coastal fire departments will review the plan and provide input as necessary to update and revise this plan.

8192 Exercises
Drills will be conducted to test the adequacy of the plan. The working group will propose a scenario for each drill, as well as a timetable for drill events. The exercise will, at a minimum, test response communications and pose challenging situations, which might prove to be major problem areas. Possible scenarios might include a passenger vessel fire involving the evacuation and medical treatment of a large number of people; a fire on an LPG vessel; a fire on a vessel at anchor; and drills on less accessible facilities. Exercises shall be conducted generally during the day, but nighttime exercises will be considered. The exercises and real-life events will be the basis for updating of this plan, generally through a post-event critique.

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to allow fire department crews to tour vessels and become familiar with various vessel layouts.

8200 COMMAND 8210 Introduction
A major waterfront or shipboard fire will probably involve response teams from federal, state and local agencies. The nature of the fire will be the deciding element in determining which agency assumes overall command or lead agency in a unified command. Overall command or lead agency must be determined as early as possible in the incident to ensure the effective and safe use of personnel and equipment. The below are specific descriptions to the Marine Firefighting Plan. For a more general description of the Incident Command Structure and position responsibilities, refer to the Area Contingency Plan, Sections 2000 through 6000. An example of an Incident Action Plan (IAP) may be located Section 9300.

8220 Command and Control
Under the Incident Command System (ICS), the Incident Commander assumes overall command and control of the incident response. Other responding agencies will, within limits of operational capabilities and internal policy, provide support to the Incident Commander by providing personnel, equipment and technical expertise. The location of the fire will be the primary determining factor in determining who shall be Incident Commander or the lead agency in a unified command. If the fire is at a facility, or on a vessel at a facility, the local fire department shall be Incident Commander or lead agency. If the vessel is underway or at anchor, Incident Commander is the Coast Guard COTP, until such time the vessel is brought to and secured at a pier, then Incident Command shall shift to the local fire department with concurrence between COTP and the fire department. If a vessel at a pier is subsequently moved, Incident Command shall shift from the fire department to COTP, or to the receiving fire department, again with concurrence between COTP and the fire departments.

8230 Unified Command
In instances when several jurisdictions are involved or several agencies have a significant management interest or responsibility, a unified command with a lead agency designation may be more appropriate for an incident than a single command response organization. Generally, a unified command structure is called for when: The incident occurs within one jurisdiction but involves several agencies with management responsibility for it due to the nature of the incident or the resources needed to combat it. Such a circumstance would pertain for almost any fire at a facility or a vessel at pier side or anchorage in this area because of the similar responsibilities of fire departments and the Coast Guard for the protection of public health and safety. 132

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The incident is multi-jurisdictional in nature because it effects or has the potential to affect several jurisdictions. Shifting a burning vessel from one jurisdiction to another is such an example.

8240 Coordination of Special Forces
State and local special forces, including Mutual Aid responses, shall normally be requested by, and report to the Incident Command. Federal special forces shall normally be requested through the COTP, and shall come under direction and control of the COTP and fire department Incident Commander.

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ICS Structure

Fire Dept IC Owner COTP

Safety Joint Information

OPERATIONS

PLANNING

FINANCE & LOGISTICS

Suppression

Stability/Salvage Documentation Technical

Staging

Traffic Control

Planning

EMS

8250 Termination of Response Actions
Once response operations have begun, they shall not be terminated until the fire is extinguished and the situation is under control. Termination of resources shall be by mutual agreement between fire department Incident Commander and COTP. Should there be a pollution incident, or threat of one, along with the fire, fire department resources may be released once the fire is extinguished and their assistance is no longer needed. This termination should also be a mutual agreement between IC and COTP.

8300 OPERATIONS 8310 Vessel Actions
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Stop all ventilation, mechanical and natural, as well as air conditioning units. Close and seal all ports and other openings which may create a draft. Close all unneeded open side ports. Close all or selective fire screen doors. Close all watertight doors. Set up fire watch in compartments adjacent to the space on fire. This should include the spaces above and below the affected area. Close all fire dampers to ducts which may transmit flame, heat or smoke to other compartments. Shut down all electrical systems to affected area prior to the use of water and/or other electrical conductive matter. Evacuate unnecessary personnel (while having regard for the possible necessity of backup firefighting teams). Make announcement for persons not to use elevators. Account for the whereabouts of all passengers and crew members as soon as possible to determine if there are injured or trapped persons on board. Send out search parties IF APPROPRIATE. Activate fixed firefighting systems. INSURE COMPARTMENT IS EVACUATED AND SEALED BEFORE ACTIVATION! Notify local fire department and provide the following information: Name and telephone number of person reporting. Nature of the emergency/extent of fire. Location of the incident. Exact locations of the fire, by compartment and deck. Whether or not there is anyone trapped or injured. Details as best as possible as to class of fire (what is burning?) Is there any hazardous cargo in or near the fire? What, if any, firefighting efforts are in progress? What is the vessels capability to maneuver? Amount and type of bunkers. Notify Coast Guard/Captain of the Port.

8311 Entry Restrictions
Any vessel at sea experiencing a fire on board while under the jurisdiction of the COTP St. Peterbug is not allowed to enter the navigable waters of the United States unless prior permission is granted by the COTP.

8320 Sector St. Petersburg Notifications
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Local Police agencies Seventh Coast Guard District Any other agency deemed necessary by IC or COTP.

8330 Coast Guard Initial Actions
On receipt of this information, the COTP will notify and consult with other interested parties, determine the movement of the vessel to be allowed and initiate a plan of action. The COTP's duties will include the following: Continued overall safety of the port. Continuous monitoring of the entire incident. Provide a liaison or On-Scene Commander, in order to coordinate efforts with the fire chief and provide the necessary assistance. Provide a source of portable means of communications, i.e. MX300 hand held radios, cellular phones, etc.

8340 Fire Department Actions
Upon arriving at the scene, the fire chief assumes charge of all aspects of the firefighting operation. This action does not relieve the master of his command of his vessel. However, the master shall place himself and his crew at the disposal of the fire chief. At no time shall the vessel's crew or other agencies or groups, either from shoreside or waterside, engage in independent firefighting activities without the consent of the fire chief. The fire chief's duties include the following as appropriate: In charge of all firefighting operations, both from the shoreside and waterside. Formulate a plan for fighting the fire that also addresses the safety of personnel and property. Procure needed firefighting equipment, material and manpower. Direct the activities of all personnel and equipment engaged in firefighting. Obtain damage control plans, damage stability data and stability information from the vessel. Request assistance from local police for traffic and crowd control. Request assistance from the local bridge authority to control bridge openings during the transport of injured persons. Request assistance of local hospitals and doctors for medical requirements. Request assistance of Red Cross units for aid to survivors. Request ambulance service, and activate mass casualty plans as appropriate. Consider the adverse effects to the vessel’s stability due to the introduction of firefighting water into the vessels interior. Establish a workable communication system with units engaged in firefighting operations, police department, civil defense and other agencies directly engaged in the overall operation. 136

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8350 Firefighting Alternatives
A major vessel fire may occur at anchor, away from the resources necessary to combat it. On the other hand, a vessel fire may get out of control and endanger the facility where it is moored. Vessels, other than those aground or involved in a collision, may be maneuvered away from further damage or brought to a location that will optimize access for firefighting equipment. It is prudent to consider as a planning step, the selection of several areas to fight a vessel fire. Both marine terminals and anchorages should be considered so as to cover the possibility of a vessel fire getting out of hand, necessitating the moving of the vessel to an isolated area. The Captain of the Port is the controlling authority for permitting or directing the movement of a vessel and will, when feasible, work with impacted municipalities on positioning burning vessels within the harbor.

8360 Initial Fire Response Checklist
The following checklist is not all-inclusive. It should be used as a guide for initial considerations at an incident. Establish a identify Command Post location. Establish Incident Command System (ICS). Establish security perimeter (waterside and shore side). Determine if hazardous materials are involved Identify and communicate Offensive or Defensive tactical considerations. Offensive Plan: Fire can be controlled or extinguished Fire can be confined to part of the vessel Property can be protected or saved on the vessel Lives can be saved, persons can be rescued on the vessel Defensive Plan: Fire out of control Incident situation drastically changes and forces a move to Defensive Plan: Explosion, rapid fire spread Hazardous Materials involved Drastic stability situation Death or serious injury to response personnel Surround and drown Let incident stabilize itself Move vessel to a less impacted location Beach, ground or scuttle vessel - consult Coast Guard, Corps of Engineers Identify Objectives. Rescue endangered persons. Perform actions to keep incident from enlarging, and protect exposures. Stop cargo transfer, bunkering or dangerous cargo operations. Contact responsible persons for information and assistance. Master/Chief Mate/Chief Engineer General arrangement of vessel cargo situation 137

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stability operation of ship’s systems fire protection equipment and systems fuel/ballast tanks utility shutoffs generators dewatering  Terminal Manager/Owner Obtain sources of information about the vessel. Fire Plan (found near top of gangway in water-tight container or in Master’s/Chief Mate’s office) General Arrangement Plan Capacity Plan Dangerous Cargo Manifest (found near bridge or in Chief Mate’s office) Cargo Stowage Plan Trim and Stability Booklet Stability and liquid cargo computer programs Crew and passenger lists Material Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous and Dangerous Cargo Vessel Response Plan Investigate fire and gather needed information to deal with the incident. Determine life hazard situation. Determine if stability, flooding or related damage control problems exist. Determine fire situation. Determine status and condition of ship’s fire protection systems and equipment Fire Main International shore connection and manifold location Supplement ship’s fire main system with shoreside water and pressure Fire station location and equipment (types of couplings/threads) Compatibility with fire department’s equipment Fire pumps Water spray or sprinkler systems Foam systems HALON localized and total flooding systems Carbon Dioxide localized and total flooding systems Dry Chemical systems, twin agent systems Steam smothering Fixed monitors Emergency gear and Damage Control lockers and contents Heat detection systems, Smoke detection systems Fire rated bulkheads, zones, doors Identify locations of control valves, agent storage containers Determine methods of operation of fire protection systems Remote water-tight and fire doors Inert Gas systems Take control of ship’s fire protection systems. 138

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Determine status and take control of ship’s other systems (Ventilation, propulsion, cargo) Contact outside additional resources for assistance and expertise. Review cargo considerations, if applicable. Expand Incident Command System as needed to handle incident. Continually reevaluate operations and make changes as required.

8370 Firefighting Operations
Establish water supply to vessel Set fire boundaries Use minimum amount of water to accomplish task Take actions to remove/dewater firefighting water Continually investigate all areas of fire boundary for fire spread Consider using thermal imagers and taking temperature readings Secure ventilation and all openings to fire area Secure utilities, electrical and any fuel supplies to fire area Install floating booms around vessel or incident scene to contain debris and pollution Monitor vessel stability throughout incident Note changes in draft marks, inclinometers, etc. Beware of large accumulations of water above vessel’s waterline Secure openings in hull to prevent water entering vessel should list occur Obtain technical assistance to determine stability situation and recommend corrective actions Begin adequate dewatering operations Mobilized and position sufficient personnel and hoselines, appliances, and extinguishing agents to control and extinguish fire Coordinate ventilation of fire area with fire attack Provide for sufficient rotation of personnel to maintain continuous extinguishing effort Beware of pressure buildup in secured spaces and maintain escape routes Begin necessary salvage operations When possible, set fire watch and begin overhaul and fire cause investigation

8380 Machinery & Engineering Space Fire
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Shut off all fuel flow to the space Secure electrical power to the space Close and secure all doors, hatches, ventilation ducts, dampers, and other openings to the space Determine fire conditions Interview the crew Visual indicators Actual investigation Quick Attack: fire is small enough to extinguish with portable extinguishers, large fixed extinguishers and/or 1-2 hoselines. Conditions include minimum smoke, heat, and adequate visibility. Fire too large for Quick Attack: Rescue any trapped persons, if possible Secure all openings to space until minimal smoke is escaping Establish primary and secondary fire boundaries Activate Fixed Fire Extinguishing System for involved space, if available: Carbon Dioxide, HALON, Foam, Sprinklers, etc. May involve several valves in different locations to discharge the agent Use a vessel-engineering officer, if available, or other experienced person from marine community to activate the system If any smoke is escaping from the involved space, so will the extinguishing agent Consider supplementing the fixed system with shore-side supplies of extinguishing agent

8400 PLANNING 8410 Tampa Bay Specific Scenarios
A vessel fire can be very dynamic, but there are aspects which will remain constant. The unknown and constantly changing factors are what bear watching. On scene emergencies are to be expected and will be handled according to local protocol. When an incident requires resources exceeding those of the local fire department, mutual aid can be requested through normal protocol procedures. When it becomes apparent that local resources are not adequate for the situation the IC can request additional equipment and personnel through the State of Florida Division of Emergency Management. This will activate the Florida State Disaster Plan and resources from across the state will be organized and sent to the incident site. Responding units will be issued an incident action plan which will identify operational radio frequencies and location of staging areas. The decision to allow a burning vessel to proceed into the port will be decided on a case-by-case basis. This decision is made by the COTP with recommendations from the port authorities, the local fire departments, and harbor pilots. The Tampa Port 140

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Authority has designated berths 208 and 209 as docks available fire-fighting purposes. Manatee County Port Authority has designated berth 6 for this purpose. A temporary explosive anchorage area is also available. The area is referenced by a triangulated point. The point is located south of Gadsden Point, north of Cut G and north of Gadsden Point Cut. After a fire has been extinguished, overhaul is initiated to insure complete extinguishment and to clear the atmosphere of toxic fumes. During this phase of operation all personnel will be required to wear respiratory protection (self-contained breathing apparatus, SCBA). No one will be allowed to remove this gear until the atmosphere has been tested and certified as safe. This will be accomplished by either the fire departments HAZMAT Team or a certified marine chemist. This is an OSHA requirement and will be strictly adhered to. When a clean atmosphere has been determined the Operations Branch Director will be notified as well as the IC. The following are some examples of what might happen during a marine fire incident: • Waterfront Facility

An explosion was heard by Sector St. Petersburg personnel who visually observe smoke at the CATT facility in the Port of Tampa. The watch-stander is notified and, in turn, calls the 911 operator and requests the Tampa Fire and Tampa Police Departments. The 911 operator tells the watch-stander they've received a call from CATT-Corporation reporting an explosion and fire at the shore-side facility and the Tampa Fire Department and Tampa Police Department are enroute. The watchstander briefs the Port Management Officer regarding the situation. The Port Management Duty Officer notifies the USCG Sector Command Center (SCC) of the situation. The watch-stander contacts CATT and is informed that the fire and explosion occurred at a pipeline manifold due to a welding and cutting operation. A call from the Tampa Fire Department requests Coast Guard assistance because of severe explosions and fire on the CATT facility. The COTP closes the Port in the vicinity of CATT redirecting vessel traffic and issues an Urgent Marine Information Broadcast (UMIB). The watch-stander notifies D7 (cc/m), FMP, Tampa Bay Pilots and the Tampa Port Authority of the situation. Sector St. Petersburg dispatches response team members. Upon arrival, unit personnel are briefed by the TFD District Chief on the status of the fire. The District Chief states he is the Incident Commander and the fire is under control. A Coast Guard Small Boat patrols the safety zone and reports to the SCC that no pollution is observed. CATT personnel deploy precautionary boom around their facility to suppress any pollution that may occur. Subsequently, the Tampa Fire Department reports the fire is out. Coast Guard Personnel report no pollution has entered the waterway. The COTP lifts restrictions and reopens the port. Coast Guard personnel return to the unit after an on scene debrief with the Tampa Fire Department Incident Commander. Sector St. Petersburg debriefs D7, FMP, Pilots and Port Authority. Sector St. Petersburg cancels the UMIB and releases a sitrep one and final message. Debriefing of Sector personnel is conducted by the Port Management Duty Officer. Sector's Public Affairs Officer issues a press release. Lessons Learned meetings are held later and the Sector St. Petersburg Marine Fire-fighting Response 141

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plan is updated from lessons learned agenda items. The After Action report is completed and mailed to D7(m). • Tank Vessel

The tank ship NONAME transmits on CH-16 that it is on fire 1 mile northwest of Egmont Key. Lacking resources necessary to combat a major shipboard fire the crew faces a fire which intensifies to catastrophic proportions. Additionally, there exists the threat of a major pollution incident, which could threaten several highly sensitive environmental areas. Sector St. Petersburg Command Center monitors the incident and immediately initiates an Urgent Marine Information Broadcast (UMIB) thereby closing the main shipping channel to vessel traffic. Sector St. Petersburg's Duty Officer gathers incident information and immediately notifies 911 and notifies Sector St. Petersburg's Response Organization. Sector Marine Inspectors, Response Team members, and the Port Management Duty Officer respond to the incident scene. A Coast Guard small boat from Station Cortez reports the tank ship is 30% engulfed in fire and several hundred gallons of JP-8 fuel is in the water. The Commanding Officer, Sector St. Petersburg is designated as the Federal on Scene Coordinator. A Unified Command System is established that includes a State Representative, Responsible Party Representative, and a senior Staff Officer from the lead fire department in addition to the COTP. Safety zones are set up by a COTP order redirecting vessel traffic and maintaining control of waters surrounding the burning tank ship. As the tanker burns out of control, the crew abandons ship. A Coast Guard cutter arrives on scene to act as the forward command post and assist in rescue efforts. The Unified Command requests additional foam supplies from MacDill AFB. The foam is sling loaded onto Coast Guard and Army National Guard HH-60 helicopters and delivered to the designated staging area. USAR Landing Craft (LCM-8) arrive at the staging area and transport fire fighters, foam, and assorted equipment to the scene. Additional tugs with fire-fighting capabilities from Bay Transportation are also requested to assist in fire-fighting efforts. With all agencies working together, the tank vessel fire is finally brought under control and eventually extinguished. Ongoing booming operations have limited any potential pollution problems. Gulf Strike Team Personnel arrive on scene and ensure all product from the damaged tank ship is safely lightered to tank barges. • Freight Ship

As another hot and humid afternoon in August passes, the freight vessel JANE SMITH completes her loading and prepares to get underway. A deck hand is making his way forward between the topside bundles of lumber and notices smoke about 200 feet ahead of him in the area of the #1 hold. He retreats to the superstructure to sound the fire alarm and gathers his fire-fighting gear. There is a rapid increase in the amount of smoke, which completely obstructs the bow of the ship. From the bridge, the master orders the fire team to assemble and extinguish the fire. Within a few moments the fire is reported to the Tampa Fire Department and the U.S. Coast Guard. The fire team advances a hand line to the vicinity of the smoke and 142

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commences to search for the fire. Moving between the tightly stacked bundles of lumber quickly exhausts their air Supply. It becomes necessary to retreat for a fresh supply of air bottles. Upon returning, they find one bundle on the main deck completely engulfed in flames. The flames have also engulfed the two bundles above it along with ones on either side. The master immediately orders the onboard cranes to remove all the surrounding uninvolved bundles of lumber in order to allow easier access and limit further damage. When the onboard fire crew reports their findings to the master, he orders an additional fire crew to provide exposure protection. The fire crews are making little headway when the fire department arrives and begins setting up for an onboard fire. At this point the fire has been burning for over fifteen (15) minutes. Upon arrival by fire department units, flames are forty (40) feet above the deck level and spreading towards the bow. The Fire Department establishes an Incident Command System and requests a third alarm assignment. An Incident Command Center is established on shore with a Command Post placed on the bridge of the burning vessel. The Incident Commander assigns personnel to the Operations, Planning, and Logistics Sections. Upon request, a Mate comes to the Command Center and a Fire Department Officer reports to the bridge of the vessel. The Port Management Department Head arrives on scene and confers with the Incident Commander. Subsequently, an Urgent Marine Information Broadcast (UMIB) is issued by Sector St. Petersburg. The area surrounding the burning vessel is temporarily closed to all vessel traffic. With the Incident Command System in place, a staging area is designated. Communications have segregated the frequencies into Fire Operations, Air Operations, Marine Operations, Planning, Command, and Logistics/Supply Operations. Emergency Medical Services has set up triage and necessary evacuation. Fire Operations are setting up for a fierce fire attack. The crane operator advises that the center stack of lumber is beginning to lean at the same time the fire crew notices the danger and begins to withdraw from the area. As the crane operator removes a bundle next to the center, the stack topples inboard and the fire intensifies. The Incident Command request another two alarms and orders Logistics/Supply to obtain additional fire apparatus from MacDill AFB and de-watering pumps from the U.S. Coast Guard. The fire continues to rage for several more hours. Through solid leadership, good communications, and the use of proper equipment and supplies, the fire is eventually extinguished. Any loss of life was eliminated due to training, planning, and the quality of participation of those men and women who battled the blaze. • Bulk Solid Cargo Vessel

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A citrus bulk carrier has just completed loading citrus pellets when the dock load master reports smoke coming from #3 hold. The ship's watch-stander sounds the fire alarm bringing the Master to the Bridge and alerting the ship's fire-fighting teams. Two fire-fighting teams muster at the gear lockers and prepare for an attack using a charged hose line. One team proceeds into the hold while the other stands by for any rescue that may be needed. The entry team radios that "there is more than one fire", and another team is requested to assist. The Master orders the second team in while a third team readies for rescue. He orders the two fixed deck monitors to be manned and to standby for further orders. The two entry teams report that they are not making any progress. The fire is deep inside and has spread to several locations. The Master orders the entry teams out and notifies the U.S. Coast Guard that assistance is needed. `The Sector Watch-stander receives the radio report and requests appropriate communications be set up with the Master. He also notifies the 911 operator of the fire and that local fire-fighting units are needed. He requests detailed information from the Master and in turn relays all the information to the Duty Officer. The Duty Officer confers with the SCC. Response personnel are immediately dispatched to the ship. The Fire Department arrives on scene and establishes an Incident Command System. After conferring with the Master and Coast Guard Personnel, the I.C. decides to off load all cargo in number 3 hold. Firefighters are instructed to extinguish involved areas, as they become visible during this operation. The hold is emptied within 3 hours and a marine chemist certifies the atmosphere safe. to resume normal work procedures. • Passenger Vessel

The passenger vessel MAJESTIC VACATION radios that she is on fire in Port Manatee while passengers are in the process of boarding. The Master immediately orders an evacuation of all passengers, all cabins are checked and marked by designated crew members. The vessel reports that she has a main-space fire in the engine room due to a ruptured fuel hose, which has spewed fuel onto the main electrical generators. Because of the fire's intensity, the crew of the burning passenger vessel is unable to control the blaze. The Chief Engineer orders everyone to evacuate the engine room. The crew evacuates the burning engine room and immediately activates C02 flooding system to extinguish the blaze. Another small explosion rips through the engine room thereby eliminating the total effectiveness of the C02 system, which allows the fire to continue to burn. Sector St. Petersburg SCC gathers all information regarding the fire. Sector St. Petersburg initiates notifications using the Watch Quarter Station Bill and the Marine Fire Fighting Plan, which will activate the response organization. The Sector St. Petersburg Operations watch-stander monitors the situation and immediately initiates an Urgent Marine Information Broadcast (UMIB) temporarily closing the port. The North River Fire Department arrives on scene and initiates the Incident Command System and establishes a Command Center on shore and a Command Post on the bridge of the 144

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ship. Fire Department personnel initiate their own search of passenger cabins and report all passengers have been evacuated. A request for assistance is made to the County Emergency Operations Center. Bradenton, Sarasota County, and Tampa Fire Departments are contacted and respond units within ten (10) minutes. All responding agencies have been instructed to have a representative at the Command Center and that each agency will maintain operational control of their personnel with the understanding that overall strategy is ultimately determined by the Incident Commander. The COTP redirects vessel traffic by establishing a safety zone, thus controlling the waters surrounding the MAJESTIC VACATION. A Coast Guard Patrol Boat arrives on scene to assist with water borne operations. The Incident Commander tasks his logistics officer with obtaining dewatering equipment, foam, and transportation equipment. Additional foam is requested from MacDill AFB and, if necessary, from the Atlantic Training Group in Jacksonville. Local tugboat companies that have fire fighting capabilities have been requested to assist. Within an hour, resources begin to report to the staging area. The USCG Auxiliary is maintaining the safety zone in conjunction the USCG’s small boats and FMP. The fire spreads from the engine room to adjoining sections of the vessel. The fire reaches proportions, which are well beyond the crew's control. An order by the ships Master directs the crew to evacuate the burning vessel. The IC orders all fire fighting entities to converge and assist in controlling and extinguishing the blaze. As thousands of gallons of water is poured onto the blaze, Coast Guard P-250 de-watering pumps are activated to pump off excess water, thus maintaining the ships stability. The fire is reported under control, then extinguished. Reflash watches have been set as overhaul teams proceed to remove debris. When the atmosphere is determined to be safe, USCG Investigators secure the scene and begin investigations into the cause of the casualty. • Tank Barge

The Tug FRED SMITH and Tank Barge B-909 are inbound approaching the Jones Oil Company Dock when the barge separates unexpectedly. Subsequently, the barge collides with the dock rupturing the hull and igniting a large three-dimensional fire. Jones employees place simultaneous calls to The Tampa Fire Department and Coast Guard. The first on scene T~D unit calls for additional units and places 2 master stream devices in service to cool the unburned portion of the barges hull. The Incident Command System is established and a Command Center is designated at the Jones Facility Office. Within a few minutes it is reported that several hundred gallons of fuel has leaked into the water. The COTP, Florida DEP representative, Jones Oil Company manager and a Fire Dept Officer hold their first meeting within 1 hour of the collision. Meanwhile large amounts of fire fighting foam begin to arrive on scene from the Tampa and the MacDill AFB Fire Departments. Coast Guard and Florida Marine Patrol boats are now enforcing a safety zone established by the COTP. With a combined effort from the Tampa Fireboat, MacDill AFB crash trucks and TFD pumpers, the fire is extinguished by a massive foam blanket. Coast Guard personnel 145

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supervise booming operations while foam is reapplied every few minutes to ensure reignition does not occur. It is two days before all the fuel is of f loaded from the Barge B909 and cleanup operations are completed by the Responsible Party's pollution cleanup Contractors. • Liquefied Gas Carrier

The LPG Barge SAMPSON is off loading product at the Bear Petroleum Facility. At approximately 2330 hours, with limited visibility due to fog conditions, an outbound tug strikes the barge. An above deck tank is ruptured and ignites in a large fireball. The loading arm is broken at the swivel joint and fire begins at this location. The crew of the tug and barge escape without injury. The facility calls 911 requesting the Tampa Fire Department. A second call is made to the USCG MSO watch-stander. The barge crew and a Bear Petroleum employee activate two land side water monitors in a effort to cool the adjacent LPG tanks on the barge. Tampa Fire Department units arrive on scene and immediately pressurize the facilities main fire system. Additional master streams are placed in service to cool exposures. The facility manager arrives on scene and immediately confers with the Incident Commander on details about the barge and facility piping system. Upon notification from the SCC the COTP issues an Urgent Marine Information Broadcast (UMIB) temporarily closing all traffic to the shipping channel at Rattlesnake point. Subsequently, a Florida Marine Patrol Boat from the Gandy District Office arrives on scene and enforces the Security Zone. Through advice given by the facility manager and barge crew, the product is isolated from the ruptured tank by activating two gate valves and a small fire in the loading arm is allowed to burn itself out. Hose stream operations are continued for several hours as a precautionary measure. After the scene is declared safe an investigation team from Sector St. Petersburg commences an official inquiry to determine the cause of the accident. • Passenger Vessel II

The passenger vessel SILENT SAM is inbound approaching the Sea Buoy at Egmont Channel when a cook reports a kitchen fire to the Master. He directs fire suppression teams to the fire area and orders all passengers to the main deck. Crewmembers search and mark all passenger cabins. The fire-fighting teams are unable to control and contain the fire. The fire spreads into the main dining area. The status of the fire is reported to Coast Guard Sector St. Petersburg. SECTOR ST. PETERSBURG notifies appropriate agencies including area Fire Departments. The Master requests fire fighting equipment and personnel be assembled at the Seaport Street Terminal in the Port of Tampa. Subsequently a Coast Guard Patrol Boat arrives on scene and boards the vessel. Coast Guard personnel verify the fire is Out of control and that all passengers are temporarily safe on the main deck. The *COTP orders the Master to divert to Port Manatee because of fire conditions and a need to evacuate passengers expeditiously. Coast Guard patrol boats and a fireboat from the Sarasota County Fire Department escort the burning vessel to awaiting tugs that maneuver the ship into Berth #6.

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Area fire departments under an Incident Commander from the North River Fire Department begin an emergency evacuation of the ship. All passenger and crew cabins are searched and marked by fire-fighting personnel. Fire-fighting teams from TAMPA and North River locate and extinguish the fire within 3 hours. De-watering equipment is activated and re-flash watches are established. No casualties are reported from the list of passengers, crew, or responding firefighters. Once the onboard atmosphere is certified to be safe, Coast Guard investigative teams board the vessel and begin work on determining the cause of the fire. • Passenger Vessel III

The gambling vessel JIM JONES is inbound, approximately ten miles off St. Petersburg when an engine room fire is reported to the Master. He immediately orders a fire suppression team to the engine room and all passengers to egress areas of the exterior main deck. While the fire-fighting team is fighting the fire, other crewmembers ensure that all passengers are accounted for. The Coast Guard is notified and patrol boats are dispatched to the area. The engine room reports to the Master that a complete loss of power has occurred. Owners arrange for the orderly evacuation of passengers by another company owned vessel. Coast Guard Patrol Boats arrive on scene within thirty minutes. Within forty-five minutes the fire is extinguished. The transfer of passengers occurs within two hours of extinguishment. Subsequently the vessel is towed to the Port of Tampa for repairs. • Anhydrous Ammonia Ship Fire

The anhydrous ammonia ship Luigi La Grange is inbound to CFI with 18,000 metric tons of Anhydrous Ammonia (NH3). The Tampa pilot has just reached the bridge when the Captain is notified that a fire has broken out in the engine room. The source of the fire has not been identified, but is spreading rapidly. The Chief Engineer reports that a fire crew has not been able to contain the fire using portable extinguishers, and is evacuating the engine room. He recommends discharging the CO2 flood system. The Master immediately notifies Coast Guard Sector St. Petersburg, confirms that the engine casing is evacuated and orders the CO2 flood system activated. Group St. Petersburg dispatches a 41’ UTB. SCC notifies St. Petersburg Fire/Rescue and Sector St. Petersburg. The Captain has reported his position as Mullet Key Channel approaching marker 23, just west of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. His on scene weather is sunny, temperature @ 92 degrees, humidity @ 90%, winds SW @ 08 knots, and visibility, 20 miles. Within 10 minutes, the Master notifies Group that the fire suppression system has failed to extinguish the fire, and the fire has spread to the cabin, due to the failure of the engine casing fire door automatic closer. The COTP closes the port and issues an Urgent Marine Information Broadcast (UMIB). The SCC notifies District 7(cc/m), FMP, Tampa Bay Pilots and Tampa Port Authority of the situation, and status of the Port. The COTP orders the vessel to drop anchor west of the Sunshine Skyway until Tugs can arrive to assist. The Master indicates that he has lost main engine and electrical power, and is using the auxiliary fire pumps to cool the NH3 tanks. The auxiliary generator is sufficient to run all of the compressors to cool the liquid, and he is directing the crew to attempt to concentrate on re-circulating those tanks closest to the fire. Fire is now visible 147

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in the stern of the vessel, from shore. The St. Petersburg F.D. establishes an Incident Command Center at Ft. De Soto, and has dispatched a senior fire officer on board the 41’ UTB to serve as On Scene Commander, until a more suitable vessel arrives on scene. Communications between the OSC and the Master are established using hand held VHF/FM marine radios. It is decided to concentrate efforts on cooling the product tanks using the ship’s fire fighting system and fog monitors on tugs, and abandon major fire fighting efforts. The COTP requests tugs from Bay Transportation, Maritrans and Gulf Coast Transit to assist in fire fighting operations, and move the vessel if necessary. NOAA is requested to provide data and charts on winds and weather projections for the next 72-hour period. The Incident Command Center is established at Pinellas County EOC, and after meeting with the FDOSC and RP, it is determined that the vessel must be moved to the outer anchorage. Four tugs are used to tow the vessel back to the off shore anchorage.

8420 Considerations in Selecting a Shoreside Location to fight a Shipboard Fire
The first consideration should be that the pier is noncombustible. Consideration should also be given to the location, so as to not place adjacent areas in danger. A large area should be available for staging equipment and briefing firefighters. Public access should be easily controllable. The depth of the water alongside the pier should be enough at low tide to allow for the navigation of all vessels involved. The depth should however, not be so deep as to cover the burning vessel’s main deck in the event of sinking. The bottom contour should be level or nearly so, and if possible be of a sandy composition. A sloping bottom may allow a sunken vessel to slide off into deeper water, where it might capsize. Pre-designated locations have not yet been developed but are intended to be in later revisions of this plan.

8430 Considerations in Selecting Firefighting Anchorages
The considerations for the selection of a shoreside firefighting location may also be applied to a firefighting anchorage. Additional requirements are that the anchorage be located so as not to constitute a hazard to navigation and so that firefighting resources can reach anchorage. A main objective is to select a location which will be as accessible as possible and will facilitate salvage operations, yet not place port facilities in jeopardy.

8440 Vessel Information 8441 Lay-up Status
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firefighting, tugboat assistance and emergency communications plans between shore and shipkeeping crews. A profile of all vessels that are categorized as vessels in lay-up status are located at Sector St. Petersburg.

8442 Plans and Vessel Data
Passenger ships of over 100 gross tons which have staterooms for more that 50 passengers must have plans available for the following: Damage Stability, as required by Regulation 7, Chapter II, SOLAS 1960 or Regulation 8, Chapter II-1, SOLAS 1974. Stability Information, as required by Regulation 19, Chapter II, SOLAS 1960 or Regulation 22, Chapter II-1, SOLAS 1974. Damage Control Plans, as required by Regulation 20, Chapter II, SOLAS 1960 or Regulation 23, Chapter II-1, SOLAS 1974. Fire Control plans, as required by Regulation 70, Chapter II, SOLAS 1960, or Regulation 20, Chapter II-2, SOLAS 1974. In all ships, a duplicate set of fire control plans or a booklet containing such plans shall be permanently stored in a prominently marked weather tight enclosure outside the deckhouse for the assistance of shoreside firefighting personnel as required by Regulation 20, Chapter II-2, SOLAS 1974.

8443 International Shore Connection
All passenger ships of 100 gross tones and more and/or more than 250 feet in length, when moored to a berth, shall have sufficient length of fire hose to reach from the ship to the pier. One end of the hose shall be connected to the ship's fire main system at all times and, in accordance with Regulation 55(h), Chapter II, SOLAS 1960, shall be equipped with an international shore connection.

8444 Passenger Ship in Port Fire Watch
The need for prompt reaction to the presence of smoke or fire on board passenger ships requires that critical systems be capable of immediate use. The bridge and engine room control spaces are the main center of communications (internal and external) throughout the vessel. While passengers are on board, the bridge and engine room control spaces will be manned by qualified individuals of sufficient training and experience to initiate a prompt and effective response to the detection of smoke and/or fire on board the vessel which includes the sounding of crew and passenger alarms.

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8510 Local Response Resources 8511 General Resources
A complete list of Personnel and Services Directory may be located in Section 9200 of the St. Petersburg Area Contingency Plan. Section 9100 contains a list of Emergency Notifications. Section 9700 supplies a List of Response Resources including Geographic Response Plans, Sensitive Area Information, Chemical Countermeasures, a Field Operations Guide, ICS Forms, and an NCP Product List. An example of an Incident Action Plan can be located in Section 9300. A list of Tampa Bay Area towing companies will be found in the Area Contingency Plan under Section 9240.

8511.11 Captain of the Port
The COTP is responsible for safety of harbor and facilities. The COTP can mobilize Coast Guard resources to control vessel traffic, provide limited planning and hazardous material assessment and conduct stability assessment in the case of a vessel fire. Coast Guard representative will control all Coast Guard forces and maintain liaison with the fire chief. The Captain of the Port is the controlling authority for the movement of a vessel and firefighting activities which may affect the stability of vessel or present a greater threat to the port.

8511.12 Police Department (Law Enforcement)
Local law enforcement is responsible for crowd and traffic control. They are responsible for maintaining law and order as well as assists in shoreside evacuations and shoreside safety zones.

8511.13 Vessel Master
The vessel master is ultimately responsible for the vessel and, as such, must assist the fire department in every way possible. He/she can provide vessels stability information, damage stability data and fire control plans.

8511.14 Terminal Manager
The terminal manager is ultimately responsible for facility, and as such must assist fire department in every way. The Terminal Manager can provide detailed information on layout, location of cargo, and provide additional personnel to assist firefighters.

8511.15 Vessel Agents
Vessel agents are responsible for the arrangement of pilots and tugs, environmental protection, equipment or other assistance when directed by vessel owner or master.

8511.16 Marine Chemist
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Marine Chemists are consultants paid for health and safety advice. They have the equipment and expertise to obtain temperature readings, check for the presence and concentrations of gases and, in some instances, provide needed advice to the firefighting forces concerning the nature of chemical related hazards encountered.

8511.17 Corps of Engineers
The Corps of Engineers is responsible for the maintenance of navigable channels for commerce. A representative will be consulted if planning is made to position a distressed vessel within the harbor. The Corps of Engineers and Captain of the Port will consult in the placement of the vessel so as not to create a hazard to navigation.

8511.18 Naval Architect
The naval architect determines stability and conditions of ship in consultation with the Master, Chief Mate and/or Chief Engineer. When there is a question of stability the Captain of the Port may recommend that operations be curtailed and require the ships master to have the ship inspected by a Naval Architect/Surveyor before allowing resumption of firefighting operations.

8511.19 Pilots Association
Pilotage laws require that a pilot be on board for all large vessel movements. Local pilots associations should be contacted to determine the best method of shiphandling and the possible location for firefighting staging areas, given current weather conditions.

8512 Firefighting Equipment Summary
A complete listing of Firefighting Resources is listed in Appendix 9270 of this plan.

8520 Communications 8521 Marine Communications
All Coast Guard forces employed in support of a fire fighting effort, whether afloat or ashore, will be equipped with radios to communicate on VHF-FM channels. Channel 23A will be the primary working channel between Coast Guard units. Channel 23A VHF-FM, primary, and Channel 21A VHF-FM, secondary, shall be used between Coast Guard, Navy, commercial vessels fighting fire, and FD’s Fire boat. Channel 16 will be used to direct general vessel traffic.

8522 Harbor Traffic Control
Coast Guard units will direct vessel traffic on Channel 22A and/or Channel 16 VHF-FM.

8523 Shore Communications
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The on scene frequency will be that of the controlling fire department. Inter-department communications will initially result from existing mutual assistance agreements.

8600 Finance 8610 General
In most cases, each responding agency will be responsible for funding their own efforts. This may include a fire department billing the owners of the vessel or terminal for resources used during the response. In situations where the fire poses a threat or causes a release of oil or hazardous materials, the Coast Guard can access federal funds to mitigate the pollution threat. Depending on the situation, mitigation may include funding firefighting efforts.

8620 Federal Funds
In the event that the fire involves a threat or release of oil or hazardous materials, the Coast Guard COTP, acting in his role as the pre-designated Federal On Scene Coordinator (FOSC) for oil and hazardous material spills for the coastal zone, may access federal funds to mitigate the pollution threat. Federal funds can be accessed if the FOSC determines that the vessel or terminal owner/operator lacks funding to provide response resources or refuses to fund resources. In such a situation, the FOSC will access the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (OSLTF) for oil or the CERCLA Fund, otherwise known as “the Superfund” for hazardous material releases. Once a federal fund is opened, it can be used to fund other agency efforts. A Pollution Removal Funding Authorization will be established with that agency which will provide them a ceiling amount for the agency to work under. Forms will be provided to the agency for processing billing invoices.

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9000 Appendices 9100 Emergency Notification
In the event of Critical Incident, Coast Guard is responsible for making notifications as per COMDINST 3100.8A titled Critical Incident Communications. Coast Guard is also responsible for using the National Response Options Matrix (NROM) to assist in the beginning hours of a response (as per ALCOAST 452/05).

9110 Emergency Notification List
9110.1 Federal Agencies (Required notifications in bold) USCG: National Response Center (NRC) Fax

Sector St. Petersburg OP Con Watch
National Strike Force Coordination Center CDO Cell Fax Atlantic Strike Team OOD Pager Fax Gulf Strike Team OOD Pager Fax D7 Marine Safety Division D7 Command Center (24HR) D7 Public Affairs D7 Legal COMDT Public Affairs (Contact through NRC) Main Number After Hours Marine Safety Center (Flagplot/24 hour) Marine Safety Center - Day Air Station Clearwater Station St. Petersburg Station Yankeetown Station Sand Key Station Cortez Station Ft. Myers Beach Sector Jacksonville Sector Mobile FEMA (24hr)

(800) 424-8802 (202) 267-1322 (727) 824-7534 (727) 824-7665 (727) 824-7524 (252) 331-6000 (252) 252-3458 (252) 331-6012 (609) 724-0008 (850) 301-5200 (609) 724-0232 (251) 441-6601 (877) 497-6183 (251) 441-6610 (305) 535-8725 (305) 415-6800 (954) 415-6683 (305) 415-6950 (800) 424-8802 (202) 372-4620 (202) 372-2100 (202) 267-2100 (800) DAD-SAFE (202) 475-3400 or 3403 (727) 535-1437 (727) 824-7670 (352) 447-6900 or 6901 (727) 596-8540 or 8666 (941) 794-1607 (239) 463-5754 (904) 564-7511 or 7512 (251) 441-5121 (202) 646-2400

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Environmental Protection Agency, Atlanta, GA Protection Commission (EPC) Air quality NOAA Trustee Notification Department Of Interior NOAA HAZMAT (Seattle WA)
24-Hour Spill Emergency

(404) 562-9900 (813) 627-2600 (305) 530-7931 hn(404) 331-4524 (206) 526-6317
(206) 526-4911

NOAA Damage Assessment Center Incident Operations Center NOAA Scientific Support Coordinator (SSC)

(206) 526-4563 (206) 526-6317

Indian Tribes:
Seminole Indian Tribe - Water Resource Management Department 9110.2 State Agencies Florida Department of Environmental Protection DEP Emergency Response Southwest Office Temple Terrace DEP Emergency Response South District Office Ft, Myers DEP Emergency Response Northeast District Florida Division of Emergency Management PORTS Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission State Warning Point 9110.3 Local Agencies HAZMAT Teams: Tampa Manatee Pinellas Hazardous Chemical Team (HIT) Hillsborough County Environmental Hillsborough County Fire Department Natural Resource Trustees FFWCC Tampa FFWCC Ft Myers FFWCC Homosassa FFWCC Tallahassee FFWCC West Palm Beach U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Vero Beach (813) 272-2516 (813) 558-5050 (352) 382-5058 (904) 488-3831 (800) 432-2046 (407) 562-3909 (813) 632-7641 (813) 632-7600 (239) 332-6975 (904) 807-3300 (850) 413-9911 (813) 410-2837 (850) 488-5757 (800) 320-0519 (954) 966-6300

911 (941) 747-3011 911 911 (813) 627-2600 911

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MacDill Air Force Base: Environmental Flight (24hrs) Environmental Compliance Department

(813) 828-3630

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WATERWAY Alafia River GICW Okeechobee WW GICW GICW GICW Whitcomb Bayou GICW Big Carlos Pass BillyCreek GICW Rvr Hillsborough Rvr GICW Clearwater Pass Hillsborough Rvr GICW GICW GICW GICW GICW Hillsborough Rvr GICW Johns Pass Hillsborough Rvr Hillsborough Rvr Longboat Pass GICW Manatee Rvr Matlacha Pass Okeechobee W/W Oklawaha Rvr Oklawaha Rvr New Pass Okeechobee Rvr GICW Hillsborough Rvr. GICW San Carlos Bay Gulf RR Coffeepot Bayou GICW GICW Okeechobee GICW GICW GICW GICW

MILE 1.2 59.3 116 89.2 114 113 0.5 131.8 0 0.1 63 0.16 0.7 136 0 2.3 117.7 87.4 141.9 34.3 56.9 4.8 128.2 0 0.4 1 0 49.9 4.5 6 129 66 63.9 0 126.3 126 0 73.6 151 130 0.4 71.6 68.6 129.9 43.5 119 54.9 56.6

TELEPHONE 904-359-6240 941-486-2747 941-728-2704 941-741-3233 727-906-8046 727-866-1065 727-464-8979 727-518-3787 941-463-6249 941-995-5408 941-486-2750 813-274-8197 813-223-5504 727-469-5915 727-462-6958 813-274-8197 727-360-8850 941-741-3232 727-738-2939 941-697-2271 941-483-5991 813-274-8197 727-596-7417 727-368-0795 813-223-6999 813-274-8197 941-361-6416 941-474-1663 904-664-6220 941-283-2414 941-335-0771 904-694-2124 904-288-6660 941-361-6415 941-694-2941 727-319-7088 813-274-8197 941-361-6019 941-466-5958 941-910-1688 813-893-7294 941-361-6139 941-361-6500 727-275-6060 941-474-1889 727-547-4588 941-483-5992 941-488-3588

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9110.5 County Agencies 9110.51 FEDERAL AGENCY CG STA SAND KEY (727) 596-8540 or 8666 OSHA/DEPT of LABOR (813) 626-1177 Hernando County Notification List STATE AGENCY DIV EMERGENCY MNGT (850) 413-9911 FFWCC (863) 648-3200
24 Hr. (813) 558-5050

COUNTY/LOCAL SHERIFF DEPT (352) 754-6850
BROOKSVILLE FIRE DEPT (352) 544-5445 DISPATCH (352) 754-6818 HERNANDO CO FIRE DEPT (352) 688-5030

NAT'L MARINE FISHERIES (727) 570-5474/5394 NAT'L WEATHER SVC (813)-645-2323 ARMY CORPS of ENGINEERS (904) 232-2241 FISH & WILDLIFE SVC (813) 348-1523 EPA (404) 562-9900

DEPT ENV PRO (SOSC) (813) 632-7641

National Response Center (NRC) (800) 424-8802 Natural Resource Trustees: Department of Interior (202) 208-3100 Department of Commerce
(202) 482-2000

Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(850) 245-2011

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - FWRI
(727) 896- 8626

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9110.52 FEDERAL AGENCY CG STA YANKEETOWN (904) 447-6900 1-800-874-4604 OSHA/DEPT of LABOR (813) 626-1177

Citrus County Notification List STATE AGENCY DIV EMER MNGT (850) 413-9911

COUNTY/LOCAL SHERIFF DEPT (352) 726-1121 (352) 726-4488 CITRUS CO FD (352) 527-5406 INVERNESS PD (352) 726-1121 CRYSTAL RIVER PD (352) 795-4241

DEPT ENV PRO (SOSC) (813) 744-6462 FFWCC (386) 758-0525
24 Hr. (386) 758-0529

NAT'L MARINE FISHERIES (727) 570-5474/5394 NAT'L WEATHER SVC (813)-645-2323 ARMY CORPS of ENGINEERS (904) 232-2241 FISH & WILDLIFE SVC (813) 348-1523 EPA (404) 562-9900

National Response Center (NRC) (800) 424-8802 Natural Resource Trustees: Department of Interior (202) 208-3100 Department of Commerce
(202) 482-2000

Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(850) 245-2011

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - FWRI
(727) 896- 8626

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9110.53 FEDERAL AGENCY

Charlotte County Notification List STATE AGENCY DIV EMER MNGT (850) 413-9911 DEPT ENV PRO (SOSC) (813) 632-7641 FFWCC (863) 648-3200
24 Hr. (813) 558-5050

COUNTY/LOCAL SHERIFF DEPT (941) 639-2101 P. G. PD (941) 639-4111 CHARLOTTE CO (941) 639-2101

CG STA FT MYERS BCH (239) 463-5754 OSHA/DEPT of LABOR (813) 626-1177 NAT'L MARINE FISHERIES (727) 570-5474/5394 NAT'L WEATHER SVC (813)-645-2323 ARMY CORPS of ENGINEERS (904) 232-2241 FISH & WILDLIFE SVC (813) 348-1523 EPA (404) 562-9900

National Response Center (NRC) (800) 424-8802 Natural Resource Trustees: Department of Interior (202) 208-3100 Department of Commerce (202) 482-2000 Florida Department of Environmental Protection (850) 245-2011 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - FWRI (727) 896- 8626

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Dixie County Notification List STATE AGENCY DIV EMER MNGT (850) 413-9911

COUNTY/LOCAL SHERIFF (352) 498-1220

DEPT ENV PRO (SOSC) (813) 744-6462 FFWCC (386) 758-0525 24 Hr. (386) 758-0529

DIXIE CO FD (352) 542-3473 CROSS PD (352) 498-3507

NAT'L MARINE FISHERIES (727) 570-5474/5394 NAT'L WEATHER SVC (813)-645-2323 ARMY CORPS of ENGINEERS (904) 232-2241 FISH & WILDLIFE SVC (813) 348-1523 EPA (404) 562-9900

National Response Center (NRC) (800) 424-8802 Natural Resource Trustees: Department of Interior (202) 208-3100 Department of Commerce
(202) 482-2000

Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(850) 245-2011

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - FWRI
(727) 896- 8626

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9110.55 FEDERAL AGENCY

Lee County Notification List STATE AGENCY DIV EMER MNGT (850) 413-9911 DEPT ENV PRO (SOSC) (813) 744-6462 FFWCC (863) 648-3200 24 Hr. (813) 558-5050

COUNTY/LOCAL EMERG OPS CNT (239) 477-3600 SHERIFF DEPT (239) 477-1000 FT MYERS PD (239) 334-4155 CAPE CORAL PD (239) 574-0699 SANIBEL PD (239) 472-3111 COLLIER PD (239) 774-4434 CAPE CORAL FD (239) 574-0501

CG STA FT, MYERS BCH (239) 463-6285 OSHA/DEPT of LABOR (813) 626-1177 NAT'L MARINE FISHERIES (727) 570-5474/5394 NAT'L WEATHER SVC (813)-645-2323 ARMY CORPS of ENGINEERS (904) 232-2241 FISH & WILDLIFE SVC (813) 348-1523 EPA (404) 562-9900

National Response Center (NRC) (800) 424-8802 Natural Resource Trustees: Department of Interior (202) 208-3100 Department of Commerce
(202) 482-2000

SANIBEL FD (239) 472-5525

Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(850) 245-2011

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission – FWRI
(727) 896- 8626

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Levy County Notification List STATE AGENCY DIV EMER MNGT (850) 413-9911 DEPT ENV PRO (SOSC) (813) 744-6462 FFWCC (386) 758-0525 24 Hr. (386) 758-0529

COUNTY/LOCAL LEVY CO. FD (352) 528-5003

WILLISTON PD (352) 528-4991 CAPE CORAL PD (904) 493-2749 SHERIFF DEPT (352) 486-5111

NAT'L MARINE FISHERIES (727) 570-5474/5394 NAT'L WEATHER SVC (813)-645-2323 ARMY CORPS of ENGINEERS (904) 232-2241 FISH & WILDLIFE SVC (813) 348-1523 EPA (404) 562-9900

National Response Center (NRC) (800) 424-8802 Natural Resource Trustees: Department of Interior (202) 208-3100 Department of Commerce
(202) 482-2000

Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(850) 245-2011

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - FWRI
(727) 896-8626

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9110.57 FEDERAL AGENCY

Hillsborough County Notification List STATE AGENCY DIV EMER MNGT (850) 413-9911 DEPT ENV PRO (SOSC) (813) 744-6462 FFWCC (863) 648-3200 24 Hr. (813) 558-5050 COUNTY/LOCAL SHERIFF (813) 247-6411 (813) 247-8000 TAMPA POLICE DEPT (813) 276-3200 TAMPA PORT AUTHORITY (813) 905-7678

COAST GUARD SECTOR ST. PETERSBURG (727) 824-1534 FAX (813) 228-2399 OSHA/DEPT of LABOR (813) 626-1177 NAT'L MARINE FISHERIES (727) 570-5474/5394 NAT'L WEATHER SVC (813)-645-2323 ARMY CORPS of ENGINEERS (904) 232-2241 FISH & WILDLIFE SVC (813) 348-1523 EPA (404) 562-9900

TAMPA HAZMAT
911

National Response Center (NRC) (800) 424-8802 Natural Resource Trustees: Department of Interior (202) 208-3100 Department of Commerce
(202) 482-2000

Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(850) 245-2011

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - FWRI
(727) 896- 8626

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9110.58 FEDERAL AGENCY CG STA CORTEZ (941) 794-1262 OSHA/DEPT of LABOR (813) 626-1177

Manatee County Notification List STATE AGENCY DIV EMER MNGT (850) 413-9911 DEPT ENV PRO (SOSC) (813) 744-6462 FFWCC (863) 648-3200 24 Hr. (813) 558-5050 COUNTY/LOCAL PORT AUTHORITY (941) 722-6621 SHERIFF DEPT HAZMAT TEAM (941) 747-3011/2285 EMER. COMM CTR (941) 747-7776 Emergency Only - (941) 748-2222 ANNA MARIA FD (941) 788-3347 BRADENTON PD (941) 932-9300 LONGBOAT KEY FD (941) 316-1944 MYAKA CITY FD (941) 322-2292

NAT'L MARINE FISHERIES (727) 570-5474/5394 NAT'L WEATHER SVC (813)-645-2323 ARMY CORPS of ENGINEERS (904) 232-2241 FISH & WILDLIFE SVC (813) 348-1523 EPA (404) 562-9900

DEPT OF PUBLIC SAFETY EMERG COMMS DIV (941) 748-4501

National Response Center (NRC) (800) 424-8802 Natural Resource Trustees: Department of Interior (202) 208-3100 Department of Commerce
(202) 482-2000

PALMETTO FD (941) 722-3331 (941) 722-1428

Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(850) 245-2011

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - FWRI
(727) 896- 8626

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9110.59 FEDERAL AGENCY CG STA SAND KEY (727) 596-8666 OSHA/DEPT of LABOR (813) 626-1177

Pasco County Notification List STATE AGENCY DIV EMER MNGT (850) 413-9911 DEPT ENV PRO (SOSC) (813) 744-6462 FFWCC (863) 648-3200 24 Hr. (813) 558-5050 DEPT OF PUBLIC SAFETY EMERG COMMS DIV (941) 747-7776

COUNTY/LOCAL DISASTER PREP (SPILLS) (727) 847-8137 SHERIFF DEPT (727) 847-5878 (727) 849-6363 PASCO CO FD (813) 929-1250 DADE CITY PD (352) 521-1493 NEW PORT RICHEY PD (727) 841-4550 PORT RICHEY PD (727) 816-1919 ZEPHYR HILLS PD (813) 780-0050

NAT'L MARINE FISHERIES (727) 570-5474/5394 NAT'L WEATHER SVC (813)-645-2323 ARMY CORPS of ENGINEERS (904) 232-2241 FISH & WILDLIFE SVC (813) 348-1523 EPA (404) 562-9900

National Response Center (NRC) (800) 424-8802 Natural Resource Trustees: Department of Interior (202) 208-3100 Department of Commerce
(202) 482-2000

ST. LEO PD (727) 588-3131

Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(850) 245-2011

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - FWRI
(727) 896- 8626

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9110.510 Sarasota County Notification List FEDERAL AGENCY STATE AGENCY CG STA SAND KEY (727) 596-8666 OSHA/DEPT of LABOR (813) 626-1177 NAT'L MARINE FISHERIES (727) 570-5474/5394 NAT'L WEATHER SVC (813)-645-2323 ARMY CORPS of ENGINEERS (904) 232-2241 FISH & WILDLIFE SVC (813) 348-1523 EPA (404) 562-9900 DIV EMER MNGT (850) 413-9911 DEPT ENV PRO (SOSC) (813) 744-6462 FFWCC (863) 648-3200 24 Hr. (813) 558-5050 DEPT OF PUBLIC SAFETY EMERG COMMS DIV (941) 747-7776

COUNTY/LOCAL SHERIFF DEPT (941) 951-5800 OLD MYAKKA FD (941) 322-2292 SARASOTA FD (941) 316-1215 LONGBOAT KEY FD (941) 383-5666 PINECRAFT FD (941) 365-1715 S. VENICE FD (941) 480-3030 ENGLEWOOD FD (941) 474-3311

National Response Center (NRC) (800) 424-8802 Natural Resource Trustees: Department of Interior (202) 208-3100 Department of Commerce
(202) 482-2000

VENICE PD (941) 486-2444 NORTH PORT PD (941) 429-7300 SARASOTA PD (941) 366-8000

Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(850) 245-2011

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - FWRI
(727) 896- 8626

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9110.511 Pinellas County Notification List STATE AGENCY FEDERAL AGENCY CG STA SAND KEY (727) 596-8666 OSHA/DEPT of LABOR (813) 626-1177 NAT'L MARINE FISHERIES (727) 570-5474/5394 NAT'L WEATHER SVC (813)-645-2323 ARMY CORPS of ENGINEERS (904) 232-2241 FISH & WILDLIFE SVC (813) 348-1523 EPA (404) 562-9900 DEPT OF PUBLIC SAFETY EMERG COMMS DIV (941) 747-7776 DIV EMER MNGT (850) 413-9911 DEPT ENV PRO (SOSC) (813) 744-6462 FFWCC (863) 648-3200 24 Hr. (813) 558-5050

COUNTY/LOCAL SHERIFF DEPT (727) 582-6200 EMERGENCY COMMS (727) 464-3835 EMS/FIRE (727) 582-2000 ENVIRONMENTAL MGMT (727) 464-4761

National Response Center (NRC) (800) 424-8802 Natural Resource Trustees: Department of Interior (202) 208-3100 Department of Commerce
(202) 482-2000

Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(850) 245-2011

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - FWRI
(727) 896- 8626

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9110.512 Taylor County Notification List FEDERAL AGENCY CG STA YANKEETOWN (352) 447-6900 1-800-874-4604 OSHA/DEPT of LABOR (813) 626-1177 NAT'L MARINE FISHERIES (727) 570-5474/5394 NAT'L WEATHER SVC (813)-645-2323 ARMY CORPS of ENGINEERS (904) 232-2241 FISH & WILDLIFE SVC (813) 348-1523 EPA (404) 562-9900 STATE AGENCY DIV EMER MNGT (850) 413-9911 DEPT ENV PRO (SOSC) (813) 744-6462 FFWCC (386) 758-0525 (386) 758-0529 DEPT OF PUBLIC SAFETY EMERG COMMS DIV (941) 747-7776 COUNTY/LOCAL SHERIFF DEPT (850) 584-4225 TAYLOR CO FD (904) 584-6413 PERRY PD (850) 584-5121 PERRY FD (850) 584-3311

National Response Center (NRC) (800) 424-8802 Natural Resource Trustees: Department of Interior (202) 208-3100 Department of Commerce
(202) 482-2000

Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(850) 245-2011

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - FWRI
(727) 896- 8626

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9120

Response Guidance
9120.1 Essential Information It is important for response personnel to obtain as much information as possible to clearly understand and plan for response operations. This section provides a list of essential information. Spill Report Form

1. Time received 2. Caller name, address and telephone number 3. Vessel / facility information a. Name b. Type of vessel / facility c. Nationality (vessel only ) d. Location of incident e. Time of incident f. Type of incident (explosion, grounding, etc.) g. Pollutant(s) h. Estimated amount spilled i. Total potential amount j. Weather / sea conditions k. Point of contact (Responsible party, name and phone number) l. Vessel agent(s) (Name and phone number) 4. Spill classification a. Inland i. Major (10K gallons) ii. Medium (1k-10k gallons) iii. Minor (<1k gallons) b. Coastal i. Major (>100k gallons) ii. Medium (10k-100k gallons) iii. Minor (<10k gallons) 5. Emergency Notifications 6. Initiate chronological log of events

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Initial Response 1. Dispatch pollution response team 2. Prepare press statement 3. Assess personnel safety (1) Determine personnel safety equipment needed based on potential and existing exposure. Assess fire / explosion hazard. Determine threat to public health. Start initial response strategy. Secure or isolate source. Define nature of incident. (1)Determine responsible party. (2)Determine environmental impact. (3)Determine status of spill. (4)Determine movement of spilled product. (5)Determine environmental resources / vulnerable area at risk. (6)Determine on scene weather and expected affects on spill. Evaluate severity of incident and the need for additional resources. a. Initial assessment of incident severity. b. Estimate duration of spill response efforts. c. Issue Letter of Federal Interest. d. Issue Letter of Designation of Source (if applicable). e. Issue Directive / Administrative Order (if applicable). f. Issue Letter of Federal Assumption (if applicable). g. Public Affairs Officer to draft press release.

4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

9.

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9130 Response Strategies
The purpose of this appendix is to outline strategies for responding to all spills within the Sector St. Petersburg AOR. The area includes thirteen counties along the West Coast of Florida. These coastal areas contain many different economic and ecological areas, archeological sites and numerous aquatic/animal/bird habitats and sanctuaries. "Sensitive areas" (including mangroves, beaches, etc.) make the AOR one of the more difficult to clean in the event of a catastrophe and one of the more challenging when planning for prevention and spill response. The first step in any spill incident is to assess the situation and determine a set of priorities. The mitigation and overall response to a spill should then be carried out to address these priorities. At a minimum, the following must be addressed: (1) Response Priorities a. Protect human life and health b. Minimize ecological impacts c. Minimize economic and public impacts (2) Determination of protection priorities (3) Determination of appropriate countermeasures (4) Determination of natural collection areas and boom sites throughout the area (5) Determination of containment techniques (6) Determination of removal techniques (7) Determination of shoreline cleanup techniques/strategies The second action to effectively minimize economic and ecological impacts is the necessity to control the spill source. Minimizing the amount of product released will aid in protecting human life, wildlife and environmental and human habitation areas. In determining the priorities and actions in response efforts the Tampa Bay Physical Oceanographic Real-Time System (PORTS) may be utilized to provide critical data to aid in the calculation of spill trajectories. In the event of a hazardous spill, or any type of preparedness Drill, information from P.O.R.T.S. maybe obtained by contacting P.O.R.T.S. directly at (727) 893-9137, fax (727) 825-0323, or visiting their website at http://ompl.marine.usf.edu/PORTS/ports.html .

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The determination for "How Clean is Clean" will be made on a case by case basis by the FOSC in conjunction with the appropriate SOSC and/or Responsible Party. Although the final decision rests with the FOSC, the FOSC will review the recommendations made by the SOSC, Responsible Party Natural Resource , Damage Assessment Team, members of the Area Committee, and others involved in the welfare of the environment, before making the final determination. Additional Resources for Determining "How Clean is Clean:. Additional information on determining "How Clean is Clean" can be obtained through the CG Gulf Strike Team(GST) and the Scientific Support Coordinator(SSC) through NOAA. The GST's Shoreline Cleanup and Assessment Team (SCAT) is available for assistance to the FOSC. This team has specialized trained personnel to determine whether further cleanup is necessary or if natural cleansing would be more viable. NOAA's Hazardous Materials Response and Awareness Division has developed a "Shoreline Countermeasure Manual" which has proven itself to be highly effective in determining the damage state to a shoreline after a spill has occurred. This manual is a tool for shoreline countermeasure planning and response written to assist Regional Response Teams, Area Planning Committees, and State response agencies. The manual is presented as a template that can be tailored for each region. To obtain a copy of the manual, contact NOAA Scientific Support Coordinator at (305) 530-7931. Email addresses to NOAA members can be obtained on their website at http://www.noaa.gov.

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9140 Response Checklist
1. Evaluate level of response needed for incident; use scenarios as general

guide. (1) Most probable discharge (2) Maximum most probable discharge (3) Worst case discharge
2. Evaluate if special circumstances exist requiring special actions.

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7)

Fire/explosion Vessel grounding Lightering operations Salvage operations Search and rescue Public safety hazards On scene weather conditions, use PORTS

3. Implement support infrastructure based on level of response

(1) Determine response structure that will be used, and determine level of support needed to fill position in the structure. (2) Refer to Annex F for company listings. (3) Key federal, state, local and contractor personnel must be easily recognizable on scene and should wear their company’s shirts, hats or vests appropriately marked to identify their personnel (Supervisor, Volunteer, Site Safety Officer, Beach Master, etc.). Refer to Annex F for company listings. (4) Command center and command post access is limited to authorized personnel only. All personnel checking into a command post will sign in and out at the designated location and provide picture identification, credentials and the purpose of the visit. Distinctive colored identification tags will be issued to personnel allowing access to the command post(s).
4. Determine priority of and specific strategy for each area at risk.

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)

Containment of source Protection / deflection booming Tear drop / cascading Open water recovery Recovery method

5. Mobilization of personnel: Determine personnel needed for response, and

identify source of personnel. Ensure personnel are properly trained, and health and safety issued are addressed. Ensure accurate accounting of personnel and resources (hours for personnel, vehicle, mileage, boats) and cost incurred. (1) Special Teams (2) Reserve augmentation (3) DRG Support (4) SONS augmentation (5) Corporate response team (6) OSRO response (7) USCG Air Operations

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are available to transport personnel and equipment. (1) Type of equipment needed (2) Quantity (3) Location – staging area (4) Support needed a. Boat for hauling and positioning boom b. Aircraft support for transporting equipment (5) Additional requirements (6) Contact list 7. Logistics (1) Logistics needed to support personnel a. Food and water b. Lodging c. Additional clothing d. Transportation (2) Logistics needed to support response a. Adequate communications – Ensure adequate supply and sufficient breadth of equipment to communicate to all parties. Electronic Communication equipment (Fax and computer) should be considered. Particular attention should be made to dedicated phone and fax lines between the Unified Command Center and Forward Command Center. b. Command Center – Establish command center at or near the scene at the deployment area to support response. Local Sheriff or Emergency Management Mobile Command Center augmented with USCG and OSRO communications may supply rapid support. The command center must be of adequate size to support the anticipated number of personnel. A minimum of 3,000 square feet is required for the main Coast Guard command center, with partitioning for a 500 square feet responsible party office. i An additional 1,000 square feet for a conference room are required and an additional 1,000 square feet for a Joint Information Center. Suitable site locations(s) can be utilized to establish a command center(s) or forward command center(s). Some locations include hotels, motels, County Emergency Operation Center(s) EOC, such as Hillsborough County EOC, Pinellas County Regional Planning Council Office, portable or fixed trailers and federal, state, and local agency buildings as deemed necessary by the FOSC. Additionally theses site locations can be , used for internal and external training exercise(s), deployment exercises, PREP training exercises / drills, triennial area training exercises(s) and TTX(s). A list of potential command center(s) sites are listed in Appendix 9260

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8.

9.

10. 11. 12. 13. 14.

support (overflights). Coast Guard and Auxiliary Other agencies Private resources Air Traffic Control Teams – In order to insure safety in the FAA designated restricted zone, contact USAF for on scene air traffic controllers Local Impacts (1) Impact on water intakes a. Drinking water b. Industrial (2) Transportation of fresh water supply Funding issues (1) OSC access to the fund (2) State access to the fund (3) Vendors – BOA policy (4) Responsible party funding process Volunteers Fish, wildlife and habitat protection and mitigation of damage Ensure coordination with natural resource damage assessment personnel Develop and implement Site Safety Plan Containment and Cleanup (1) Strategy a. Shore considerations b. Near shore considerations c. Shoreline considerations d. Inland considerations e. Sensitive areas (2) Staging areas (3) Integrated cleanup system a. Booming and containment b. Recovery of spilled product and contaminated debris (test for components of recovered product) c. Temporary storage (RCRA permit) d. Transport of collected material for disposal (RCRA permit). (4) Monitor oil movement a. Overflights b. Computer modeling / trajectories c. Continue to monitor proximity of spill to sensitive areas (5) Use of dispersants, other chemicals or other spill mitigating devices or substances (Refer to Annex G) a. Pre-approved areas b. RRT approval process c. Forms d. Field tests e. Documentation of effectiveness (6) Shoreline cleanup (7) Set aside areas for research purposes and countermeasure effectiveness determination (8) Monitor and refine cleanup strategies (9) Develop criteria / guidance for terminating cleanup. Input from:

(3) Air a. b. c. d.

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a. Unified Command (OSC, State, Responsible party) b. SSC and Federal, State and local scientific community including trustees c. RRT 15. Removal and Waste Disposal (1) Federal, State, and local laws / regulations (2) Volume of oil or hazardous substance for disposal (3) Identify disposal locations (onsite vs. offsite) (4) Obtain necessary permits (5) Secure transportation for product disposal (6) Outline disposal plan 16. Secure Operations (1) Unified Command coordination (2) Final survey (3) Clean / return equipment a. When clean is “clean” (4) Survey/ replace equipment (5) Long term restoration of damaged areas a. Consultation with appropriate Natural Resource Trustee 17. Cost Recovery/ Documentation: To obtain information on Cost Recovery and Documentation refer to Appendix 9440.

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9200 Personnel and Services Directory 9210 Federal Resources/Agencies
9210.1 Federal Resources 9210.11 Response Resource Inventory Response Resource Inventory (RRI) system is an information system that provides a comprehensive list of equipment, companies, organizations, and personnel that are available to clean up oil and other hazardous material in the water. The RRI Bulletin Board is a public access system. There are no logon restrictions enforced. This system is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To access the system dial (919) 331-6039. Further information can also be gained by contacting NSFCC at (919) 331-6000, ext 3036. 9210.12 OSROS Coast Guard Marine Safety and Environmental Protection Division (GM) maintains and updates annually a listing of current OSROs and their equipment. This information is downloadable from the Internet on G-M's homepage at: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-m/nmc/response/index.htm#OSRO .
Name Clean Harbors Environmental Cliff Berry, Inc Environmental Safety & Health Consulting Services Ferguson Harbour Incorporated Garner Environmental Services HEPACO, Inc Heritage Environmental Services (HES) Industrial Cleanup, Inc. (ICI) Lewis Environmental, Corporate Marine Spill Response Corporation National Response Corporation Oil Mop, LLC SWS Environmental First Response Trade-Winds Env. Restoration Inc. U.S. Environmental Services Address 170 Bartow Municipal Airport Bartow, FL 33830 851 Eller Dr. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 1730 Coteau Rd. Houma, LA 70364 P.O. Box Hendersonville, TN 37077 1717 W. 13th Street Deer Park, TX, 77536 192 S. Industrial Loop, Orange Park, FL 32073 15330 Canal Bank Rd. Lemont, IL 60439 129 ICI Lane Garyville, LA 7001 P.O. Box 639 Royersford, PA 19468 220 Spring St, Suite 500 Herndon, VA 20170 3500 Sunrise Hwy Ste. T103 Great River, NY 11739 131 Keating Dr Belle Chasse, LA 70037 1619 Moylan Rd Panama City Beach, FL 32407 100 Sweeneydale Ave Bayshore, NY 11706 2809 E. Judge Perez Dr Meraux, LA 70075 Phone 863-533-6111 800-899-7745 888-422-3622 800-235-1344 281-930-1200 800-888-7689 630-739-1151 800-436-0883 610-495-3000 703-326-5600 800-899-4672 800 645-6671 800-852-8878 800-282-8701 888-279-9930

9210.13

National Strike Force The National Strike Force (NSF) was created in 1973 as a Coast Guard staffed "Special Force." This special force assists On-Scene Coordinators (OSCS) responding to potential and actual oil and hazardous material spills as directed by the National Contingency Plan (NCP). The National Strike Force is composed of four units

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including three, 35 member Strike Teams. These teams are: The Atlantic Strike Team located in Fort Dix, NJ (609) 724-0008; the Gulf Strike Team located in Mobile, AL (334) 441-6601; and the Pacific Strike Team located in Novato, CA (415) 883-3311. A fourth unit, (National Strike Force Coordination Center) which is located in Elizabeth City, NC (252) 331-6000, manages the Strike Teams. The NSF is a unique, highly trained cadre of Coast Guard professionals who maintain and rapidly deploy with specialized equipment in support of Federal On-Scene Coordinators preparing for and responding to oil and chemical incidents in order to prevent adverse impact to the public and reduce environmental damage. Requests for Strike Team Assistance. As outlined in the NCP, "The FOSC may request assistance directly from the Strike Teams. Requests for a team may be made to the Commanding Officer of the appropriate team, the USCG member of the RRT, or the Commandant of the USCG through the NRC." FOSC's are encouraged to use the NSF whenever its expertise or equipment is needed, or to augment the FOSC's staff when it is overburdened by a response to a given incident. The National Strike Force website is located at
http://www.uscg.mil/hq/nsfweb/nsfcc/ops/OSRO/links/osroclassguidelines.ht ml. This site is also very good for OSRO information.

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9210.14

Public Information Assist Team The Public Information Assist Team (PIAT) is an element of the NSFCC staff, which is available to assist OSCs to meet the demands for public information during a response or exercise. Its use is encouraged anytime the OSC requires outside public affairs support. Requests for PIAT assistance maybe made through the NSFCC or National Response Center.

9210.15

USCG District Response Group (DRG) The District Response Group is a framework within each Coast Guard district to organize district resources and assets to support USCG FOSCs during response to a pollution incident. Coast Guard DRG assist the FOSC by providing technical assistance, personnel, and equipment, including the Coast Guard's pre-positioned equipment. Each DRG consists of all Coast Guard personnel and equipment, including fire fighting equipment, in its district, additional pre- positioned equipment.

9210.16

US NAVY Supervisor Salvage (SUPSALV) The U.S. Navy(USN) is the Federal agency most knowledgeable and experienced in ship salvage, shipboard damage control, and diving. The USN has an extensive array of specialized equipment and personnel available for use in these areas as well as specialized containment, collection, and removal equipment specifically designed for salvage related and open sea pollution incidents. The Supervisor of Salvage (SUPSALV) can provide salvage expertise and maintains a warehouse on each coast stockpiled with salvage and response gear. The nearest SUPSALV location is in Norfolk, VA. For general guidelines to follow in responding to an incident that requires salvage operations refer to UN Navy Salvage Manual Volume 1 – 6 at the following web address: http://www.supsalv.org/00c2_publications.asp?destPage=00c2&pageld =2.6

9210.17

NOAA Scientific Support Coordinators (SSC) NOAA Scientific Support Coordinators (SSCs) are the principal advisors to the USCG FOSC for scientific issues, communication with the scientific community, and coordination of requests for assistance from State and Federal agencies regarding scientific studies. The SSC leads a scientific team and strives for a consensus on scientific issues affecting the response but ensures that differing opinions within the community are communicated to the FOSC. The SSC can also assist the FOSC with information relating to spill movements and trajectories. The NOAA SSC serves as the FOSC's liaison between damage assessment data collection efforts and data collected in support of response operations. The SSC leads the synthesis and integration of environmental information required for spill response decisions in support of the FOSC, coordinating with State representatives, appropriate trustees and other knowledgeable local representatives.

9210.18

EPA Emergency Response Teams (ERT)

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The EPA's Environmental Response Team (ERT) has expertise in treatment technology, biology, chemistry, hydrology, geology, and engineering. The ERT can provide the OSC access to special equipment to deal with chemical releases and can provide the OSC with advice concerning hazard evaluation, multimedia sampling and analysis, risk assessment, on-site safety, cleanup techniques, water supply decontamination and protection, use of dispersants, environmental assessment, degree of cleanup required, and the disposal of contaminated materials. The ERT also offers various training courses to prepare response personnel.

9210.19

Agency for Toxic Support and Disease (ATSDR) The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry(ATSDR) maintains appropriate disease/exposure registries, provides medical care and testing of individuals during public health emergencies. ATSDR also develops, maintains, and informs the public concerning the effects of toxic substances, maintains a list of restricted or closed areas due to contamination, conducts research examining the relationship between exposure and illness, and conducts health assessments at contaminated sites. The ATSDR also assists the EPA in identifying most hazardous substances at CERCLA sites, develops guidelines for toxicological profiles of hazardous substances, and develops educational materials related to the health effects of toxic substances. ATSDR resources are an important tool for the OSC to use in assessing the possible effects of an environmental emergency on the public's health. Additional information can be obtained by contacting ATSDR at 1888-42- ATSDR or 1-888-422-8737 or visit their website at http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/atsdrhome.html.

9210.110 US Army Mike Boats In the event of a major catastrophic oil spill, the U.S. Army Reserve has multiple marine assets which can be used to transport equipment and assist during response efforts upon request. To request the use of the vessels contact the U.S. Army Reserve Center. In Tampa, FL at (813) 893-5725, fax (813) 893-5717. The specifics on the Mike Boats are found in Table 1.

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Speed Cruising Range Engines Horsepower Fuel Consumption Propellers Type of Drive Alternators Hull Construction Length Depth Displacement Draft Fuel Capacity Cargo Space Fire Fighting equip

10-12 knots 4500 NM 2- Cummins KTA 50 2500hp 100 GPH 5 blade Propeller 2-Generators Steel 174 ft Beam 42ft 10 ft 1087 Gross Tons 8 ft (mean), 9ft (loaded) 92,244 gallons 100X38 (feet) 3 Emergency Fire Pumps/2 Monitors with foam cap/10 stations/port P100 & extinguishers

Table 1 – US Army Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 2000 Series

Speed Cruising Range Engines Horsepower Fuel Consumption Propellers Type of Drive Alternators Hull Construction Length Depth Displacement Draft Fuel Capacity Cargo Space Fire Fighting equip

9 knots loaded 324 NM Twin, V-12 Detroit Diesel 300 BHP at 1800 RMP 24 GPH Two manganese bronze, 3 blade, 34 in. diameter, 24 pitch Belt, main engine Two, AC rectified to DC, 70 amps, 24 volts Steel 73ft 6in 6 ft (molded amidship) 58 long tons (light), 116 long tons (loaded) 4ft (loaded mean) 870 gallons 42ft 9in X 14ft 6 in Portable extinguishers

Table 2 – US Army Landing Craft Medium (LCM) MOD 1 SLEP
9210.2 Federal Agencies Refer to Appendix 9110

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9220 State Resources/ Agencies
Refer to Appendix 9110 9220.1 State Resources Refer to Appendix 9110 9220.11 State Environmental Companies To obtain information on state and local environmental companies under contract with the State of Florida, contact “State Warning Point” at (800) 320-9910. 9220.2 State Agencies Refer to Appendix 9110 Tampa Port Authority Port Everglades Port Authority Manatee Port Authority Marine Pilots (813) 905-7678 (305) 523-3404 (941) 722-6621 Dispatch (813) 802-0270

9230 Local Resources/ Agencies
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9230.1

Local Resources Local Environmental Agencies. Refer to the appropriate County Emergency Management Manual or contact FDEP at (813) 744-6462.

Refer to Appendix 9110 9230.11

9230.12

Environmental and Health Laboratories. To obtain information on laboratories, contact Florida Dept. of Health at (813) 893-5200.

9230.2

Local Agencies

Refer to Appendix 9110

9240 Private Resources
9240.1 Response Equipment A listing of OSROs can be obtained at:

http://webapps.mlca.uscg.mil/fdiv/BOAS/BOAS.html
Sector St. Petersburg has Basic Ordering Agreements (BOAs) with American Compliance Technologies, Inc. (ACT), Cuff Berry, Inc (CBI) and Southern Waste Service (SWS).

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9240.11

A & A Coastal Pollution Cleanup Services A & A Coastal Pollution Cleanup Services PO Box 5028 , Tampa, FL 33675 Patrick Rennert or Wendy Rennert 24 Hrs: (813) 677-3805 Fax: (813) 671-4355

Company Name Address Contact Person

Affiliation Trained Personnel Equipment Location

Contractor – BOA 24 & 40 Hr OSHA Certified; 66 Total 8541 Richmond St, Gibsonton, FL 33534 3209 3rd Ave E, Tampa, FL 33605 Size 16 ft 14 ft Performance Capability 15 & 25 HP 6072 BPD derated 4000 gal 5000 gal 16ft 23 ft 35 ft Quantity 3 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 5000 ft 3500 ft 5 30,952 bbl 2-6 cyl 1250-1400-1300 gpm 1 1 ea

Item Boats Skimmers Vacuum Equipment Boom

Comms Equipment Temporary Storage Tanks Misc

Description Aluminum Jon Aluminum Jon Mark II-9 Rope Mop 2056 BPD dereated Vac Tanker Boom & Equipment Trailer Boom & Equipment Trailer Boom & Equipment Trailer Offshore Inflatable Boom Additional Boom Hand held Tank owned by Owen Corp., but have access Pumps

Table 2 – A & A Coastal Pollution Cleanup Services Major Equipment

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Diversified Environmental Services, Inc Diversified Environmental Services, Inc. PO Box 5357, Tampa, FL 33675-5986 Gerry McCormack or Tom Boerger 24 Hrs: (800) 786-3256 Fax: (813) 247-5453

Company Name Address Contact Person

Affiliation Trained Personnel Equipment Location

Contractor – BOA 24 Hr OSHA Certified (12) 40 Hr OSHA Certified (05) 1201 N. 22nd St., Tampa, FL 2531 22nd St., Causeway, Tampa, FL

Item Boats

Description Utility19 ft

Size

18 ft 14 ft Skimmers Vacuum Equipment Weir Tank Trucks 8000 gal 2000 gal 1300 gal 3000 gal 18", 22", 33" Portable 20ft Van 25,000 bbl 13,680 bbl 60 x 120 ft 59-600 hp 28-150 hp 8 ton 22 ton

Performance Capability I/B O/B O/B 4000 gph

Quantity 1 2 2 2 7 2 1 1 15000 ft 10 3 7 1 1

Boom Comms Equipment

Vac Tank, Skid Mounted Harbor Oil Boom UHF/FM Radios VHF/FM Marine Cellular Phones Mobile Command Post Tank Barges Crane Barges Tugboats Dump Trucks Portable Crane

5500 2

Temporary Storage Tanks Misc

120 tons

1 1 1 1 1

Table 3 - Diversified Environmental Services, Inc Major Equipment

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9240.13 Company Name Address Contact Person

Southern Waste Services Southern Waste Services 8100 Park Blvd, #B12, Pinellas Park, Florida 33781 Jim Weber 24 Hrs: (727) 546-6193 Fax: (727) 546-5365

Affiliation Trained Personnel Equipment Location

Contractor – BOA 40 Hr OSHA Certified (115) 8100 Park Blvd, #B12Pinellas Par k, Florida 33781

Item Boats

Description Utility41 ft

Size

Performance Capability

Quantity 1 1 1 2 1 1 2 2 3 3 1 1 1 5,000 ft 7 4 1 1 1

26 24 16 15 Skimmers Drum Skim-Pak Flying Saucer Vacuum Trucks Vacuum Trailer Harbor UHF/FM Radio VHF/FM Marine Mobile Command Trailer Tank Tank-Roll-Off

ft ft ft ft 185 GPM 70 GPM 35 GPM

Vacuum Equipment Boom Comms Equipment

2300 gal 3300 gal 6000 gal 26" Portable Portable 24 ft 500 gal 4000 gal

Intrinsically Safe Standard

Temporary Storage Tanks

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Starboard Environmental Starboard Environmental 5218 St Paul St, Tampa, FL 33619 Roland C. Summer 24 Hrs: (800) 745-8626 Fax: (813) 246-4813

Company Name Address Contact Person

Affiliation Trained Personnel Equipment Location

Contractor – BOA 40 Hr HAZWOPPER Confined Space (9) 40 Hr OSHA Certified; (5) 5218 St Paul St, Tampa, FL 33619

Item Boats Skimmers Vacuum Equipment

Description

Size

Performance Capability

Quantity 5 1 3 1 1 5000 ft 6 7 1

Utility2-17ft, 1-19ft, 1-14ft, 1-16ft Weir 50 gpm Vac Tankers 5,000 gal Vac Trucks 2,500 gal 4,000 gal 12 in & 18 in Hand held

Boom Comms Equipment

Hard VHF/FM Cellular Phones Mobile Command Post Tankers Transporting Equip. Work Barge Trailers (box) Pumps

Temporary Storage Tanks Misc

6,000 gal Peterbuilt 20 ft 42 ft 900 cfm 380 cfm

2 1 1 1 3 4

110 gpm / 6-2 in 55 gpm / 6-2 in

Table 5 - Starboard Environmental Major Equipment

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9240.15 Company Name Address Contact Person

OHM Remediaton Services Corporation OHM Remediaton Services Corporation 13400 Mohawk Road (PO Box 121190) Clermont, FL 34712-1190 David Jaeger 24 Hrs: (904) 394-8601 Fax: (904) 394-7723

Affiliation Trained Personnel Equipment Location Item Boats Skimmers Vacuum Equipment Boom Comms Equipment Description Robalo Jon Barrel

Contractor – BOA Nationwide clean up contractor w/large personnel roll. Nationwide Size 19 ft 14 ft Performance Capability 90 hp 4 in Quantity 1 2 1 1 500 ft 1 6 4 1 12,000 gal 50,000 gal 85 gal 55 gal 55 gal 6.5 kw 15 kw Case 580 Case 480 Cat 215 D-3 10 5 100 30 100 50 2 1 12 1 1 1 1 1

6 in Base Station Hand held Cellular Phones Mobile Command Post Pool Overpack 17-C 17-H open top Poly50 gal Electric Generators Satellite units Forklifts Backhoe Excavator Dozer

Temporary Storage Tanks

Misc

Table 6 - OHM Remediaton Services Corporation Major Equipment

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9240.16 Sea Spill South, Inc. Company Name Sea Spill South, Inc. Address Contact Person PO Box 673, St James City, FL 33956 John Fatta 24 Hrs: (516) 724-7945 Fax: Affiliation Trained Personnel Equipment Location (800) 723-7803 Contractor - BOA 24 Hr OSHA Certified; (97) Denedin, St Petersburg, Bradenton, Venice, Pine Island, Cape Coral, Marco Island

Description Item Boats Skimmers Boom Comms Equipment Utility20-40 ft Harbor Oil Portable Mobile Command Post Work Barge

Size

Performance Capability 15-30 kts

Quantity 66 9,830 ft 30

18 in 8 ft x 48 ft 40 ft x 12 ft Self Contained 6 kts

2 1

Misc

Table 7 - Sea Spill South, Inc. Major Equipment

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9240.2 Non-OSRO Response Equipment The following organizations, listed alphabetically, are not OSROs: 9240.21 Company Name Address Contact Person Cape Canaveral Marine Services Inc. Cape Canaveral Marine Services Inc. Gulf Coast Division 801 McCloskey Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33605 Jeff Scott 24 Hrs: (800) 248-0670 Fax: (813) 248-9447 Independent Private Contractor Trained by CCMS & participate in quarterly drills Project Managers (1) Supervisors (2) Foremen (8) Operators (6) Boat Operators (5) Laborers (10 801 McCloskey Blvd, Tampa, FL 33605 Size Performance Capability 90 hp Aluminum 2,600 bpd Quantity 1 1 3 1 5,000 ft

Affiliation Trained Personnel

Equipment Location Item Boats Skimmers Vacuum Equipment Boom Comms Equipment Description Utility19 ft

16 ft CCMS Model 100 G Vac Trucks Contractor Private Band Marine Band Motorola Cellular Phone Cellular Phone Mobile Command Post Frac tanks Detection Equipment 2,000 gal 12 in Base Sta. Base Sta. Base Sta. Portable Portable fax 500,000 gal

Universal Connector FM 2 way1 2 way1 2 way1 Self Contained

Temporary Storage Tanks Misc

1 1 1 3 2 1 2 2 2

Pumps

M15 Wilden Trash, Mud

Gas detection meters Oxy/explosive atmosphere 85 gpm, 3 in 165 gpm, 2 in 220 gpm, 3 in

Table 8 - Cape Canaveral Marine Services Inc. Major Equipment

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9240.22 Company Name Address Contact Person

Florida Power Corporation Florida Power Corporation PO Box 14042, ST Petersburg, FL 33702 Paul McDonald 24 Hrs: (813) 576-1405 Fax: (813) 866-4926 Electric Power Generating Industry Bayboro Harbor Florida Power Plant, St Petersburg, FL For Emergency Use Only Primary use is ; solely for FPC Size Performance Capability 230 hp 70 hp 75 hp 110 ggm 110 ggm Quantity 3 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 3 27,535 ft 2,600 ft 9,000 ft 4,000 ft 10 90% available Not Equipped Oxy/explosive atmosphere 1 1 1

Affiliation Trained Personnel Equipment Location

Item Boats

Description Utility26 ft Jon Work Kaiser Weir Drum Barrel Mounted Oil Mop Horizontal Oil Mio Vertical Oil Mop Skim Pack General Various Oil Containment (FP&L) Containment (Ft Myers) Radios Storage Tank Fixed Work Barge Bouys w/ lines & anchors

Skimmers

21 ft 14 ft 14 ft 12 ft 18 ft 2 in Mod 36

2500 gal holding tank 35-83 ggm 10-24 in 18 in 12-24 in Hand held 500 gal 150,000 bbls

Boom

Comms Equipment Temporary Storage Tanks Misc

Table 9 - Florida Power Corporation Major Equipment

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Marine Towing and Repair Marine Towing and Repair PO Box 41197, St Petersburg, FL 33743 George Roop 24 Hrs: (727) 347-3532 Fax: (727) 367-6457 Independent Private Contractor

Company Name Address Contact Person

Affiliation Trained Personnel Equipment Location Item Boats Boom Misc

Description Utility8-36 ft Hard Pumps

Size

Performance Capability

Quantity 6 520 ft 5

12 in 500 gpm, 2 in

Table 10 - Marine Towing and Repair Major Equipment 9240.24 Offshore Marine Towing Offshore Marine Towing 902 Bay Blvd, Anna Maria, FL 34216 John Vittiglio 24 Hrs: (941) 778-1502 Fax: (941) 778-6910 Independent Towing Contractor Anna Maria Island, FL Size Performance Capability Quantity 6

Company Name Address Contact Person

Affiliation Trained Personnel Equipment Location Item Boats Skimmers Vacuum Equipment Boom Miscellaneous

Description Utility24-28 ft

Response Trailers Electric Generators Air Compressors

8 in 2 ½ ton 4wd ¾ ton 6,000 kw 3,000 kw 125 psi

800 ft 1 1 1 1 2

Table 11 – Offshore Marine Towing Major Equipment

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9240.25 Company Name Address

Port Manatee Environmental Protection Committee Port Manatee Environmental Protection Committee c/o Manatee County Port Authority Port Manatee Tampa Bay 13231 Eastern Ave, Palmetto, FL 34221-6608 Bebo Smith 24 Hrs: (941) 722-6621 Fax: (941) 729-1463 Government / Port Authority Port Manatee, FL Size Performance Capability Skimmer Vessel Boom Trailer Boom Trailer Quantity 2 4,000 ft 2 1

Contact Person

Affiliation Trained Personnel Equipment Location Item Boats Boom Miscellaneous

Description Utility23 ft Harbor Oil Response Trailers

18in 24 ft 16 ft

Table 12 - Port Manatee Environmental Protection Committee Major Equipment 9240.26 Tampa Port Authority Tampa Port Authority PO Box 2192, Tampa, FL 33601 1101 Channel Side Dr., Tampa, FL 33602 Steve Fidler or TPA Operations 24 Hrs: (813) 905-PORT Fax: (813) 905-5109 Government / Port Authority Contact State OSC Size Performance Capability Skimmer Vessel Boom Trailer Boom Trailer Quantity 2 4,000 ft 2 1

Company Name Address Contact Person

Affiliation Trained Personnel Equipment Location Item Boats Boom Misc

Description Utility23 ft Harbor Response Trailers

18 in 24 ft 16 ft

Table 13 - Tampa Port Authority Major Equipment

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Warren Petroleum Warren Petroleum PO Box 13138, Tampa, FL 33681 John R. Palso or Bill Conway 24 Hrs: (813) 837-8958 Fax: (813) 831-5133 Commercial 5105 W. Tyson Ave, Tampa, FL 33611 Size Performance Capability 10 hp Quantity 1 400 ft

Company Name Address Contact Person

Affiliation Trained Personnel Equipment Location Item Boats Boom Description Utility16 ft Harbor

12 in

Table 14 - Warren Petroleum Major Equipment 9240.28 Company Name Address Contact Person Westinghouse Environmental and Geotechnical Services, Inc. Westinghouse Environmental and Geotechnical Services, Inc. 111 Kelsey Lane, Suitel B, #H, Tampa, FL 33619 Luke Frantz 24 Hrs: (813) 620-1432 Fax: (813) 620-3649 Independent Environmental & Research Co. Tampa, FL Size Performance Capability 15 hp Quantity 2 1 1 6 4 6 1 3 3 2 10

Affiliation Trained Personnel Equipment Location Item Boats Temporary Storage Tanks Misc

Description Utility17 ft Tank Trucks Dump Trucks Electric Generators Pumps Forklifts Backhoe Excavator Excavator Salvage Equipment

1500 gal 10 yds 3 kw Dbl Diafhram Centrifugal 4,000 lbs 580 Cat 215 Kamatsu PC200

200 ggm, 3 in 200 ggm, 3 in

SCBA

Table 15 - Westinghouse Environmental and Geotechnical Services, Inc. Major Equip.

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9250 Federal Resources
Company Name Address Contact Person Affiliation Trained Personnel Equipment Location Sector Response Trailers US Coast Guard USCG Station Cortez USCG Station Ft Myers USCG Station Sand Key USCG Station Yankeetown USCG Sector St Petersburg

9260 State Resources
In 1990, the State of Florida purchased 19 mobile skimmer response vessels and 49,350 feet of trailerized containment boom for statewide distribution. This equipment was given to 12 designated port authorities located within the state (shown in Table 16). Port personnel have been trained in the proper operation and maintenance of this equipment. The port authorities may elect to loan this equipment on a case-by-case basis for removal of pollutant discharges. However, the equipment is intended for use only in those instances where other owned and operated equipment is not adequate to meet the needs of a major response. To obtain access to this spill response equipment contact the State OSC at (813) 744-6462 or FDEP Tallahassee at (850) 488-2974. Designated Port Authority Jacksonville Port Authority Canaveral Port Authority Port of Fort Pierce Port of Palm Beach Port Everglades Authority Port of Miami Manatee County Port Authority Tampa Port Authority Apalachicola Estuary Sanctuary Port of St Marys Port of Pensacola Port of Key West Skimmer Response Vessels And Trailers 2 Each 1 Each 1 Each 1 Each 2 Each 1 Each 2 Each 2 Each 2 Each 1 Each 2 Each 2 Each Flotation Boom / Trailers 4000 ft of Trailerized Boom 4000 ft of Trailerized Boom 4000 ft of Trailerized Boom 4000 ft of Trailerized Boom 4000 ft of Trailerized Boom 1350 ft of Trailerized Boom 4000 ft of Trailerized Boom 4000 ft of Trailerized Boom 4000 ft of Trailerized Boom 4000 ft of Trailerized Boom 4000 ft of Trailerized Boom 4000 ft of Trailerized Boom 4000 ft of Trailerized Boom

Table 16 – State Trailerized Boom Locations

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9260.1 Command Center Locations The Command Center shall be selected and utilized for its location relative to the scene, security, square footage, and communications readiness, at the deployment area to support response. Local Sheriff or Emergency Management Mobile Command Center augmented with USCG and ORSO communications and cellular phones may supply rapid support. The command post must be of adequate size to support the anticipated number of personnel. A minimum of 3,000 square feet is required for the main Coast Guard command center, with partitioning for a 500 square feet responsible party office. Some locations include hotels, motels, County Emergency Operation Center(s) (EOC) such as Hillsborough County EOC, Pinellas County Regional Planning Council Office, portable or fixed trailers and federal, state or local agency buildings as deemed necessary by the FOSC. Additionally these site , locations can be used for internal and external training exercises), deployment exercises, PREP training exercises/drills, triennial area training exercises) and TTX(s). 9260.11 Command Center Recommended Materials The materials shown in Table 17 are recommended for use in the Command Center.

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Equipment Radio

Specifics (1) VHF-FM MCX-1000 Radio with channels 16, 12, 13, 21a, 22, 23 and 81a minimum and an extra range antenna (30 foot). (2) Portable weather radio. (1) Multiple telephones with separate lines will be needed based upon the size of the response effort. Phones and phone service to be obtained from the local Telephone Companyin the area. a. Watch stander and watch officer desk (two phones). b. Planning table (one phone). c. Comms room (one phone) (2) Cellular telephones. Six cellular telephones with spare batteries, charging racks and automobile plug-in cords.

Telephones

Facsimile Machine Computers (1) CG standard workstation computer with floppy drive unit. (2) Macintosh computer and printer. (3) Lap top computers compatible with CG standard system. (4) Modem(s), Portable fax machine(s). 5 KW minimum 2 or a KW generator

Generator A/C units Toilets/Wash Basins Television Video Equipment

Plain Paper Copier (portable) Miscellaneous Equipment

19" television with video camera and VHS capabilities with antenna and mounting brackets. (1) Two video cameras, VCR etc. (2) Polaroid impulse cameras (06)each and film. (3) Two 35mm Cameras and film. (4) Slide projector One plain paper copier with regular and legal sized paper. (1) (2) (3) (4) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) Stationary and supplies. Portable lighting, generators) Surge protectors for electronic equipment. Charts of the AOR and detailed charts of the effected areas, city and county street maps and topographic charts. CHRIS-Chemical Hazards Response Information System. Chemical Reference Guide books. IMDG- International Maritime Dangerous Goods Codes. Telephone Books ACP, Sector St. Petersburg Marine Firefighting Plan. OPA-90, Title 29, 33, 40, 46 and 49 CFR's etc. Federal Response Plan, NPFC User Reference Guide, etc.

Manuals

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9260.2 Command Center/Post Sites The following is a list of recommended pre-established, but not limited to, command center(s)/Command Post sites for CCGF and/or FOSC Unified Command throughout the AOR: Dunedin Best Western Jamaca Inn 150 Marina Plaza Dunedin, FL 34698 (727) 733-4121 St. Petersburg Beach HolidayInn Sunspree (Former Hilton) 5250 Gulf Boulevard St. Petersburg Beach, FL 33706 (727) 360-1811 West Upper Tampa Bay Guest Quarters Suite Hotel 3050 N. Rocky Point Drive Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 888-8800 Lido Beach Holiday Inn - Lido Beach 233 Ben Franklin Drive Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 383 3941 Clearwater Beach Adam’s Mark Carribean Gulf Resort 430 S. Gulfview Blvd. Clearwater Bch, FL 34630 (727) 443-5714 Middle Tampa Bay St. Petersburg Hilton 333 First Street South St. Petersburg, FL (727) 894-5000 N. Redington Beach North Redington Beach Hilton Resort 17120 Gulf Boulevard N. Redington Bch, FL 3708 (813) 391-4000 East Upper Tampa Bay The Wyndham Harbour Island Hotel 725 South Harbour Island Blvd. Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 229-5000 Longboat Key Longboat Key Hilton Beach Resort 4711 Gulf of Mexico Drive Longboat Key, FL 34228 (941) 383-2451 Boca Grande Uncle Henry's Marina Resort 5800 Gasparilla Road Boca Grande, FL 33921 (941) 964-2300

Hillsborough County Emergency Operations Center 2711 East Hanna Ave Tampa, FL 33610 (813) 272-6900/6877 Venice Best Western Venice Resort (Not on Beach) 455 US 41 Bypass North Venice, FL 34292 (941) 485-5411

Captiva Sanibel Ft. Myers Beach South Seas Plantation Resort Sundial Beach Resort Holiday Inn P.O. Box 194 1451 Middle Gulf Drive 6890 Estero Blvd. Captiva Island, FL 33924 Sanibel, FL 33957 Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 (941) 472-5111 (941) 472-4151 (941) 463-5711 Naples Marco Island Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Marriott's Marco Island Resort 400 South Collier Blvd. Club Marco Island, FL 33937 851 Gulfshore Boulevard (941) 394-2511 North Naples, FL 33940 (941) 261-2222 Table 18 - Command Center/Post Sites

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9260.3 Map Sources Listed below are establishments, which could supply maps/charts in the event of an oil spill: Adventures Camping & Trail 5802 North Armenia Avenue Tampa, FL 33604 (813) 870-2341 DLA Maps (Distribute NIMA Maps) 7814 Hanger Loop MacDill Air Force Base Tampa, FL 33621-5404 (813) 828-2870/4515/4528 Fax (813) 828-5526 Map Express P.O. Box 280445 Lakewood, CO 80228 (800) 627-0039 (303) 987-9384 Rand McNally & Co. Map World Division 4278 North 28th Street St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (800) 634-0414 Turner Marine Supply 826 13th Street West Bradenton, FL 34205 (941) 746-3456 USGD-NOAA Joint Office for Mapping and Research 915 National Center Reston, VA 22092 (703) 648-6265 Fax: (703) 648-5464 A World of Maps, Inc. 6820 N. Florida Avenue Tampa, FL 33604 (813) 953-2111 Florida Marine Research Institute 100 8th Ave South St Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 896-8626 Bluewater Books & Charts 1481 S.E. 17th Street Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (305) 763-6533 Mandish & Associates, Inc. 1406 West Linebaugh Ave. Tampa, FL 33604 (813) 935-1960

Poston Marine Hardware & Supply 1012 East Cass Street Tampa, FL 33604 (813) 229-1836 St. Petersburg Map & Blueprint 620 First Avenue South St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 822-3652 Universal Map Enterprises 100 Seabreeze Blvd. Daytona Beach, FL 32118 (800) 210-6277 U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Information Unit 419 National Center Reston, VA 22091 (703) 648-6817

Powers Elevation Co., P.O. Box 440889 Aurora, CO 8044-0889 (800) 824-2550 (303) 321-2217 Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council 9455 Koger Blvd. St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 577-5151 U.S. Geological Survey Books and open-File Reports Federal Center, Box 25425 Denver, CO 80225 (303) 236-7476 U.S. Geological Survey Map Distribution Federal Center, Box 25286 Denver, CO 80225 (303) 236-7477

Table 19 - Map Sources

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9260.4 Storage and Disposal Facilities 9260.41 Temporary Storage Facilities Cape Canaveral Marine Services Gulf Coast Division 5917 Causeway Blvd. Tampa, FL 33619 (800) 248-6868 Sea Spill South 3839 Fourth Street North St Petersburg, FL 33703 (727) 724-7945

A & A Coastal P.O. Box 5028 Tampa, Fl 33675 (813) 677-3805

Diversified Environmental Services P.O. Box 5986 Tampa, Fl 33675 (800) 786-3256

SWS Environmental First Response 8100 Park Blvd., Suite A-36 Pinellas Park, FL. 34665 (727) 546-5365 9260.42 Barges as Temporary Storage

Marine Spill Response Corporation 1020 Port Blvd. Miami, FL 33132 Poc: Steve Bowen (305) 347-2228 MSRC Barge 36,000 barrels Loc: DMT Facility– Port of Tampa

National Response Center 446 Edwards Ave Calverton, New York 11933 POC: Mark Miller (516) 3698644 NRC Protector Barge 16,000 barrels Loc: Rattlesnake Point-Tampa Diversified Environmental Services

PO Box 5357 Tampa, FL 33675-5357 POC: Tom Boerger (813) 248-3256 Cottee River Barge 13,680 barrels Loc: DMT Facility– Port of Tampa

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9260.5

Salvage Companies/Divers Salvage Companies. Navy SUP SALV's Salvage Operations Division maintains standing worldwide commercial contracts for salvage, emergency towing, deep ocean search and recovery operations, and oil pollution abatement. SUPSALV can be contacted through their website at http://www.supsalv.org/00c2_publications.asp?destPage=00c2&pageld=2.6 Local Companies. There are several local salvage companies along the Gulf Coast of Florida. A listing can be seen in the Mariners Guide on the Internet at http://www.marinersguide.com/regions/florida/.

9260.6 Divers Charlotte County Historic Shipwreck Inc. 4469 Sibley Bay Street Charlotte Harbor FL 33980 (941) 625-5358

Hillsborough County Need-A-Diver Marine Services inc. 1 Barge Place Tampa, FL 33605 (813) 247-1146 Pinellas County Dive Teck Underwater Inspection Inc. 10851 Endeavor Way Clearwater, FL 33781 (727) 541-1102 Pinellas County Maderia Dive Service 13235 Gulf Blvd. Maderia Beach, FL 33708 (727) 392-4423 Pinellas County Sea Scrub Systems Inc. P.O. Box 1204 9308 104th Street North Seminole, FL 34646 (813) 393-6114

Pasco County Brant's Underwater Unlimited 179852 State Road 52 Hudson, FL 34667 (727) 996-3004 Pinellas County H-2-0 Divers 5410 Causway Blvd. Clearwater, FL 33619 (727) 620-1861

Manatee County Underwater Enterprises Inc. 1810 67th St. Court East. Bradenton, FL 34208 (941) 746-2564 Pinellas County Eckerd College 4200 54th Avenue South St. Petersburg, FL 33711 (727) 864-8256 Pinellas County Seahawk Deep Ocean Technology 5102 Westshore Blvd. S. St. Petersburg, FL 33611 (727) 832-4040

9260.61

Army Diving Attachment The Army Diving Detachment is located at Fort Eustis, VA and are available to assist with pollution response incidents. Army assistance should be coordinated through the DOD member of the Regional Response Team if time permits. Requests may also be coordinated directly with the Army Diving Detachment by contacting the Army Diving Detachment Coast Guard Liaison, at (804) 878-5780 or 5658, fax (804) 878-2175. Funding will normally be transferred through Military Interdepartmental Purchase Request (MIPR) for all assistance.

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9260.7 Towing Companies There are many small and large towing companies in the state of Florida. Refer to the appropriate county yellow pages or local Coast Guard Stations for contact numbers. Local Coast Guard Station telephone numbers can are listed in Annex J. 9260.8 Wildlife Rehabilitation Groups In an oil or hazardous materials spill, experienced, licensed personnel must perform field retrieval and deterrent activities for wildlife. These activities must be coordinated with the appropriate trustee(s). Inexperienced personnel attempting to handle impacted birds or other wildlife, including marine mammals, are putting themselves and the animals at extreme risk. Qualified wildlife responders will comply with all applicable laws and safety regulations. OSRO personnel and other spill response personnel should report impacted wildlife locations to the appropriate wildlife responder so that animal retrieval and care can be coordinated in a timely and safe manner. The following licensed wildlife response organizations are recognized throughout the response community as having national and international experience in oiled wildlife response: Organization Ecological Research & Development Group International Bird Rescue Research Center International Wildlife Research* Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research Location Milton, Delaware Berkeley, California Galveston, Texas Wilmington, Delaware Telephone (302) 684-3373 (510) 841-9086 (409) 740-4527 (302) 737-7241 X X X Responder Advisor X

Table 20 – Wildlife Response Organizations In the Tampa Bay area, the Pinellas Seabird Rehabilitation Center (PSRC) has volunteers who have been trained by Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research for oiled bird cleaning. This is the only local group that has had training and hands-on experience with oiled birds. Additional qualified wildlife response groups will be included as they are approved by the U.S. Department of the Interior/ U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FFWCC). The following list includes wildlife response organizations, which are recognized throughout the response community as having national and international experience in oiled wildlife response. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FFWCC) maintains a current listing of State approved wildlife rehabilitation individuals and organizations. The following list of those individuals and organizations can be updated and verified by contacting the South Florida Region of the FFWCC at (941) 648-3205.

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Name William Stanko Karen Wrede Debbie Bower Dr. Richard Funk Debbie Bond Steve Davis ChristyHolley Sherie Calhoun Chris Marsh Anita Pinder David Piper Edith Pendleton Richard Harland Vernon Yates Donna Robinson Lee Fox Darlene Yates Carol Tallman Joan Waters Dale Shields Edwin Pierson Lisa Rhodin TerryRuthruff Dr. BarryTorine

Phone Number (941) 494-4222 (941) 385-2770 (352) 544-2656 (813) 684-7387 (813) 932-9545 (813) 689-4075 (813) 963-2661 (813) 243-9730 (941) 995-2117 (941) 472-3544 (941) 992-2591 (941) 489-9267 (727) 526-8451 (727) 399-1525 (727) 321-8403 (727) 867-0368 (727) 323-2890 (727) 942-8318 (941) 967-3298 (941) 388-4444 (941) 475-4584 (941) 924-0273 (941) 924-0273 (941) 921-7481

County Desoto Highlands Hernando Hernando Hillsborough Hillsborough Hillsborough Hillsborough Hillsborough Lee Lee Lee Lee Pasco Pinellas Pinellas Pinellas Pinellas Pinellas Pinellas Pinellas Polk Polk Sarasota Sarasota Sarasota Sarasota Sarasota

Restrictions No Deer or Birds None None None None Mammals, Birds None None None None None None None None None None None None None None None None None None None None None None

Patricia Posey(352) 683-3385

Lisa Godfrey(813) 991-4447

Diane Perry(727) 735-0500 Kim Allaway(941) 965-8706

Detailed wildlife handling protocol and procedures can be found and printed from links at the internet web site www.iosc.org/links.htm.

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9260.9 Communications Equipment Standard Working Marine Band, VHF-FM Frequencies are shown in Table 21. Channel Channel 6 (156.3 MHz) Information International on scene Search and Rescue (SAR) and ship to ship frequency Channel 9 (156.450 MHz) Port operational use Channel 12 (156.6 MHz) Port operations, ship to shore and ship to ship frequency Channel 13 (156.65 MHz) Ship bridge-to-bridge navigation frequency Channel 16 (156.800 MHz) International distress and calling frequency. The United States Coast Guard monitors this frequency24 hours a day Channel 21A (157.050 MHz) Intra Coast Guard working frequencies and are not authorized for civilian use Channel 22A (157.100 MHz) This is Coast Guard and non Coast Guard vessels working frequency Channel 23A (157.150 MHz) Intra Coast Guard working frequency and is not authorized for civilian use Channel 81A (157.075 MHz) U.S./ Canadian mobile units joint command control surveillance for marine pollution incidents. Primary CG Sector working frequency; secondary CG Auxiliary working frequency Channel 83A (157.175 MHz) Coast Guard Command and Control Coast Guard Sector offices broadcast marine information on (2670) kHz USB-V and Channel 22A (157.100 MHz) VHF-FM when required Table 21 – Radio Frequencies

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9270 Firefighting Resources
AIR ASSETS 1. USCG Air Station Clearwater, Roosevelt Blvd. and 49th Street, St. Petersburg, FL. 33701. Telephone: (727) 535-1437 Remarks: 8 HH-60 Helicopters and 6 C-130 Aircraft. Unit can provide aircraft on short notice to transport firefighters and equipment to any marine fire incident. Also, CG Auxiliary aircraft, pilots, and observers are assets of the Airstation and are available as needed. 2. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Air Operations, 7917 Hangar Loop Drive, MacDill AFB, FL. 33621-5407, Telephone: (813) 828-3310 I/C (813) 744-7656. Remarks: 2 Bell Helicopter, 1 MD-500 Helicopter, 2 light fixed wing aircraft, 10 people. Unit can provide overflights with video capability subject to availability of equipment and personnel. 3. Several law enforcement agencies have air assets, refer below to Law Enforcement for a list of these. AIRPORTS 1. Tampa International Airport Eisenhower Blvd. Tampa, FL. 33607 (813) 870-8700 Lat: 27-59N Long: 082-32W Remarks: Large international airport. Fuel: Available. Foam: None 2. St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport Roosevelt Blvd. & 49th St. St. Petersburg, FL. 33701 (727) 531-1451, Fire House: (727) 536-6637 Lat: 27-55N Long: 082-41W Remarks: Large international airport used by USCG Airsta Clearwater. Fuel: Available Foam: 1,000 gallons of AFFF 3% 3. Peter O' Knight 825 Severn Ave. Tampa, FL. 33606 (813) 251-1752 Lat: 27-45N Long: 082-38W Remarks: Small municipal airport. Fuel: Available Foam: None 4. MacDill AFB 6th Operations Support Squadron, 7719 Hangar Loop Drive

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6. Sarasota-Bradenton Airport
US Hwy 41 Sarasota, FL. 34242 (941) 359-2770 (24 hour communications) (941) 359-5911 (24 hour emergency only) Lat: 27-42N Long: 082-33W Remarks: Large commercial airport. Fuel: Available Foam: Two trucks, 350 gals each; 700 gals on site COMMAND CENTER LOCATIONS 1. USCG Sector St Petersburg 600 8th Ave. SE. St Petersburg, FL. 33712 (727) 824-7529 Station: (727) 824-7670 Remarks: Excellent communications, food, service facility and limited berthing. 2. Hillsborough County Emergency Operations Center 2711 East Hanna Tampa, FL. 33610 (813) 272-6900/6877 Remarks: Large work area with extensive telephone system & comms package. 3. Pinellas County Emergency Operations Center 400 South Ft. Harrison Ave. Clearwater FL. 33756 (727) 464-3800 Remarks: Extensive telephone system. 4. Tampa Fire Department 808 Zack Street Tampa, FL. 33602 (813) 274-7015 Remarks: Limited parking and office space.

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2. 290th Joint Communications Support Sq.(FLANG) 9211 Marina Bay Dr. MacDill AFB, FL. 33621 Telephone: (813) 828-2901 Vehicle Maintenance Telephone: (813) 828-4146 3. Federal Emergency Management Agency Liberty Square Bldg. Suite 700 1371 Peachtree Street Chamblee, Ga. 30309-3108

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Tampa Bay Area Contingency Plan – 2009 Revision ________________________________________________________________________________________ (770) 220-5200 Fax: (404) 853-4224 Remarks: FEMA reports directly to the White House and manages the President's Disaster Relief Fund, the source of most federal funding assistance after major disasters. FOAM SUPPLIES 1. MacDill AFB Fire Department Bldg 26 Flightline Station MacDill AFB, FL 33621 (813)828-3630 Remarks: Approximately 2,000 gallons of AFFF foam can be provided from the fire station with an additional 1,790 gallons kept in supply. This foam is available on short notice with the approval of the Wing Commander and can be airlifted via Coast Guard or Army National Guard helicopter. Tampa Fire Department 808 Zack St. Tampa, FL 33602 911 or (813) 274-7015, Fire Chief (813) 242-5410 Remarks: Foam inventory includes 69 drums of ATC foam (55 gallon) stored on a tractor trailer that can be delivered to a designated incident site on short notice. N.A.S. Jacksonville Fire Department P.O. Box 133 Jacksonville, FL 32212-0133 (904) 542-2451 (24 Hour) Remarks: Large foam inventory (AFFF) located adjacent to a military runway. Loading equipment available for fixed wing or helicopter aircraft. U.S. NAVY SUPSALV Cheatham Annex Williamsburg, VA 22242-5160 (703) 602-7527 (24 Hour Naval Sea Systems, Command Duty Officer) (703) 607 2753 (Business hours, instructions to call after hours) Remarks: Does not stockpile foam, but do have an inventory, ground shipment to an airfield required. Requests can be initiated in accordance with the Navy/Coast Guard interagency agreement. Informal liason or “heads up” notification is accomplished by calling (703)6072758 during normal working hours and (703) 602-7527 after hours. 3M Company Specialty Chemical Company 3M Center Bldg. 223-6 South St. Paul, MN 55144 (651) 733-1110, Dept. of Performance materials fire and environmental foams (both AFFF and ATC) 1-800-810-8496

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FIRE DEPARTMENTS 1. Braden River Fire Department 803 60th St. Ct. E. Bradenton, FL 34208 (911) or (941) 751-5611 (24hr) 2. Bradenton Fire Department 2901 59th Street West.

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Northern (STA Yankeetown) AOR Marine Fire Rescue Data Sheets

Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? MARINE #7 17’ '8’ DIAMOND BACK 30 N/A 30 MIN

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

STA 7
CONNELL HEIGHTS 350 CI 20 GAL GAS 10” 3,000 30 04 POB 800LBS

Electronics
Radar GPS N/A N/A TYPE: FLOAT PUMP N/A EPIRB Radio Bands N/A VHF/UHF

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? (type/amount)

Pre-Connects Master Stream

1.5” (01) GATED Y PRECONNECT

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 02 EMT Operator Skill Level FIRE FIGHTER/EMT

Special Equipment
FIRST AID/EMT

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Number Station 1 Nextel Station 1 Cell Phone

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? MARINE #5 17’ '8’ DIAMOND BACK 30 N/A 30 MIN

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

STA 5
350 CI 20 GAL GAS 10” 3,000 50 04 POB 800LBS

Electronics
Radar GPS N/A YES TYPE: FLOAT PUMP N/A EPIRB Radio Bands N/A VHF/UHF

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? (type/amount)

Pre-Connects Master Stream

1.5” (01) GATED Y PRECONNECT

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 02 EMT Operator Skill Level FIRE FIGHTER/EMT

Special Equipment
FIRST AID/EMT

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Number Station 1 Nextel Station 1 Cell Phone

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? MARINE #4 17’ '8’ DIAMOND BACK 30 N/A 30 MIN

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

STA 4
350 CI 20 GAL GAS 10” 3,000 50 04 POB 800LBS

Electronics
Radar GPS N/A YES TYPE: FLOAT PUMP N/A EPIRB Radio Bands N/A VHF/UHF

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? (type/amount)

Pre-Connects Master Stream

1.5” (01) 1.5 PRE CONNECT 1.5 Y CONNECT

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 02 EMT Operator Skill Level FIRE FIGHTER/EMT

Special Equipment
MOUNTED FIRE MONITOR

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Number Station 1 Nextel Station 1 Cell Phone

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? MARINE #9 20’ '8’ SEA ARK

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

STA 9
CONNELL HEIGHTS 60 HP 24 GAL GAS 3,500 30 13 POB/ 2300LBS

30 MIN

Electronics
Radar GPS N/A YES TYPE: N/A Pre-Connects Master Stream 1.5” GATED Y 100’ HOSE EPIRB Radio Bands N/A VHF/UHF

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? (type/amount)

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level Operator Skill Level EMT

Special Equipment
SPOT LIGHT

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Number Station 1 Nextel Station 1 Cell Phone

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? MARINE #17 20’ '8’ SEA ARK

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

STA 17
FORT ISLAND 60 HP 24 GAL GAS 3,500 30 13 POB/ 2300LBS

30 MIN

Electronics
Radar GPS N/A YES TYPE: N/A Pre-Connects Master Stream 1.5” GATED Y 100’ HOSE EPIRB Radio Bands N/A VHF/UHF

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? (type/amount)

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level Operator Skill Level EMT

Special Equipment
SPOT LIGHT

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Number Station 1 Nextel Station 1 Cell Phone

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North/Central (STA Sand Key) AOR Marine Fire Rescue Data Sheets

Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Marine 44 (replacement due 3/01/08) 28 feet 95 inches Harbor Guard 2200 lbs 45 mph Yes- Near Sand Key bridge N/A < 10 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load Clearwater Fire & Rescue Twin 250 hp / V8 Merc Inbd / Jet drive 100 gals Unleaded 23 inches 7000 lbs. (wet) 75 mph 7- hours 5,500 lbs

Electronics
Radar GPS Yes Yes TYPE: 2000 gpm AFFF 50 gal EPIRB Radio Bands Yes Marine VHF/ 800 MHz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? (type/amount)

Pre-Connects Master Stream

2-2 inch 1- 11/2 inch 2

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 3 2 EMT 1 paramedic Exposure Suits Medical Equipment 10,000 lbs Tow Capacity 2-Backboards Operator Skill Level Boat operator

Special Equipment
2 - 8 foot Dive doors Side Scan Sonar Dive Equipment for 2 divers Basic Firefighting Equipment 1 Stokes style basket

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Number Kent Watts (727) 224-7598 District Chief 45 Nextel Station 44 Phone 158*898*7352 (727) 518-3497

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Marine 44 10 feet 46.5 inches Kawasaki 110 lbs. 40 No- On Trailer Sand Key Beach < 5 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load Clearwater Fire & Rescue 1498 CC 16.4 Unleaded 10 inches 800 lbs 65 mph 6-7 hours 496 lbs.

Electronics
Radar GPS No No TYPE: No No EPIRB Radio Bands No 800 MHz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? (type/amount)

Pre-Connects Master Stream

No No

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2 1-EMT/ 1-Paramedic Operator Skill Level Basic

Special Equipment
Furno Basket (Plastic Stokes) 2 Wet Suits

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Number Kent Watts (727) 224-7598 District Chief 45 Nextel Station 44 Phone 158*898*7352 (727) 518-3497

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Marine 46 10 feet 46.5 inches Kawasaki 110 lbs. 40 No- On Trailer Clearwater Beach < 5 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load Clearwater Fire & Rescue 1498 CC 16.4 Unleaded 10 inches 800 lbs 65 mph 496 lbs.

Electronics
Radar GPS No No TYPE: No No EPIRB Radio Bands No 800 MHz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? (type/amount)

Pre-Connects Master Stream

No No

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2 1-EMT/ 1-Paramedic Operator Skill Level Basic

Special Equipment
Furno Basket (Plastic Stokes) 2 Wet Suits

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Number Kent Watts (727) 224-7598 District Chief 45 Nextel Station 46 Phone 158*898*7352 (727) 462-6221

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Marine 49 10 feet 46.5 inches Kawasaki 110 lbs. 40 No- On Trailer Courtney Campbell Causeway < 10 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load Clearwater Fire & Rescue 1498 CC 16.4 Unleaded 10 inches 800 lbs 65 mph 6-7 hours 496 lbs.

Electronics
Radar GPS No No TYPE: No No EPIRB Radio Bands No 800 MHz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? (type/amount)

Pre-Connects Master Stream

No No

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2 1-EMT/ 1- Paramedic Operator Skill Level Basic

Special Equipment
Furno Basket (Plastic Stokes) 2 Wet Suits

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Number Kent Watts (727) 224-7598 District Chief 48 Nextel Station 46 Phone 158*898*7351 (727) 669-1270

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Marine Reserve Jet Ski 10 feet 46.5 inches Kawasaki 110 lbs. 40 No- On Trailer Courtney Campbell Causeway < 10 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load Clearwater Fire & Rescue 1498 CC 16.4 Unleaded 10 inches 800 lbs 65 mph 6-7 hours 496 lbs.

Electronics
Radar GPS No No TYPE: No No EPIRB Radio Bands No 800 MHz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? (type/amount)

Pre-Connects Master Stream

No No

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2 1-EMT/ 1- Paramedic Operator Skill Level Basic

Special Equipment
Furno Basket (Plastic Stokes) 2 Wet suits

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Number Kent Watts (727) 224-7598 District Chief 48 Nextel Station 49 Phone 158*898*7351 (727) 669-1270

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Marine 45 (To be reassigned as Marine 49 on 3/01/08) 19’ 7’7” Apex 1400 lbs. 35 mph No- On trailer Seminole Boat Ramp < 10 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load Clearwater Fire & Rescue 115 hp Unleaded 28 inches 1250 lbs 50 mph 10 Person or 2850 lbs

Electronics
Radar GPS No Yes TYPE: No No EPIRB Radio Bands No Marine VHF, 800 MHz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? (type/amount)

Pre-Connects Master Stream

No No

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 3 1-Paramedic/ 2-EMT Operator Skill Level Boat Operator

Special Equipment
Night Vision Binoculars Back Board Furno Basket Medical Equipment

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Number Kent Watts (727) 224-7598 District Chief 45 Nextel Station 45 Phone 158*898*7352 (727)562-4322

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? FL 9415HW M-69 20’8” 17’ Carolina Skiff 700 lbs 15 knots No Station 69; 444 Huey Ave. S. 15 min

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

( 941) 932-9378
Tarpon Springs Fire Rescue 90 HP 16 GALS Unleaded Gas 15” 1500 lbs 25 knots 8 miles 1200 lbs

Electronics
Radar GPS No Yes EPIRB Radio Bands No VHF

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? No No Pre-Connects Master Stream No No

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2-3 EMT-Basic and Paramedic Oper. Skill Level Novice

Special Equipment
None

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Cell: District Chief’s Office 727-420-6608 Department Number 727-938-3737

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Central (STA St. Petersburg) AOR Marine Fire Rescue Data Sheets

Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp (Lat/Long) How long to get underway? City of Tampa FB-1 30’ 11’ Sea Arc 1900 LBS. 30 MPH Yes Marjorie Pk., Davis Islands 27°55.851N - 82°27.203W < 5 Min.

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load Tampa Fire Rescue X3 225 Mercury’s 240 Gas 4’ 15,000 LBS. 38 MPH 160 Miles 15 Persons

Electronics
Radar GPS Yes Yes TYPE: 1250 GPM Yes 5-5 Gal ATC - Hopper 50 Gal ATC EPIRB Radio Bands No Marine VHF, State/Local Area

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? (type/amount)

Pre-Connects Master Stream

Yes- 5 2 ½ Gates Yes Deck Guns x 2

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 4 Parametics/Emt 400 ft. 1¾” Fire Attack Line 4 x Foul Weather Suits Foam Eductor Dive Door Operator Skill Level 6 Pck/ Master >100 Ton

Special Equipment
3-MSA SCBA’s Fire Axe Stokes Basket Floating Spineboard

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Number CAPT D. BENNETT CELL(813) 917-7526 Station 1 Nextel Station 1 Cell Phone STA 17 (813) 259-1660 BOAT C- 601-7124

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Rescue Boat 17 27' 10' Brunswick Commercial Whaler 10,500 lbs 35 mph On trailer Housed at Sta.17 Ruskin 20 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

( 813) 272-5665
Hillsborough County F.R. 2 @ 225 HP 192 Gal. Unleaded (Gas) 22” 9,000 lbs 39 mph 300 miles 12 Persons

Electronics
Radar GPS Yes Yes EPIRB Radio Bands No VHF, 800 MHz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? Yes 750 gpm Yes 10 gallons AR AFFF Pre-Connects Master Stream Yes Yes

Personnel
FWC Certified, USCG COLREGS, Swift Water Rescue Technicians

Manpower: Medical Skill Level

5 Paramedic

Oper. Skill Level

Special Equipment
Stokes Basket, LSB, All ALS Equipment & Meds, LP-12 Rope Rescue Gear, Water Rescue Gear, 2 Survive Air Packs Full Firefighting PPE, Full Water PPE Towing Capable

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Cell: John Perez (813) 318-1718 Department Number (813) 272-6600

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway?

MARINE 15 Vigilant 27 30 feet 10 Feet Brunswick 12000 lbs 35 mph No 5150 31 Street so. 7 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

911
St Petersburg Fire & Rescue (2) 250 hp Mercury Verado 184 gallons gasoline 19 inches 5000 lbs 49 mph 4000 lbs

Electronics
Radar GPS Faruno 1824C/NT Faruno TYPE: NFPA1925 Type C 780 gpm @ 50psi No EPIRB Radio Bands Marine VHF, FD 800mhz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? (type/amount)

Pre-Connects Master Stream

No Yes

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 3 – 4 crew EMT & Paramedic Operator Skill Level USCG small boat operator certified

Special Equipment
Faruno plotter ALS medical equipped Tow post Stokes basket Surface water rescue equipped Cabin diver capable upon request Depth sounder

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Number Chief James Wimberly 727-893-7275 Chief G. Chalmers 727-893-7688 Lt. Brad Dykens 727-893-7527

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South/Central (STA St. Petersburg) AOR Marine Fire Rescue Data Sheets

Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Marine 11 12' 6' Sea Doo 30 mph On trailer Housed at Sta. #3 (59th St. W) 10-15 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

( 941) 932-9378
Bradenton Fire Department 718.2 cc 10 Gal. Unleaded (Gas) < 1' 42 mph 3 people or 550 lbs.

Electronics
Radar GPS No No EPIRB Radio Bands No 800 MHz (portables)

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? No No Pre-Connects Master Stream No No

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2 EMT Oper. Skill Level USCG Certified

Special Equipment

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Cell: Chuck Edwards (941) 809-0936 Department Number (941) 708-6233

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Marine 12 21' 7' Wellcraft

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

( 941) 932-9378
Bradenton Fire Department 150 hp Johnson 100 Gal. Unleaded (Gas) 18"

Yes Twin Dolphin Marina 5-7 minutes

8 people or 2500 lbs.

Electronics
Radar GPS No No EPIRB Radio Bands No Marine VHF, 800 MHz (Portables)

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? No No Pre-Connects Master Stream No No

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 3 EMT Oper. Skill Level USCG certified

Special Equipment
Davey Portable Pump (Waterous Floto Pump) High Preasure 9 hp

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Cell: Chuck Edwards (941) 809-0936 Department Number (941) 708-6233

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Marine 6 14' 5' John boat

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight: Max. Speed: Range: Max. Load:

911 or (941) 747-2222
East Manatee Fire Rescue 25 hp 5 gallons Unleaded 12''

No - on trailer EMFR Station #1 Varies

765 lbs

Electronics
Radar GPS No No EPIRB Radio BandsNo Marine VHF, 800 portable

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? No No Pre-Connects: Master Stream: No No

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2 EMT Operator Skill Level: EMFR trained

Special Equipment
trolling motor

Contact Information
Contact Person: Ryan Taylor Department Number (941) 751-5611

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Marine 1 25' 9' 6" C-Hawk approx. 900 lbs. 30 mph Yes Tropic Isles Marina less than 10 min.

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

911 or (941) 747-2222
North River Fire District 225 hp 80 gal. Unleaded 16" 5000 lbs. w/ gear 35 mph 12 person

Electronics
Radar GPS Yes Yes EPIRB Radio Bands No VHF - 800 mhz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? 650 gpm by request Pre-Connects Master Stream Yes Yes

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 3 EMT Operator Skill Level USCG/ In house trained

Special Equipment
Back Board & Jump Kit 2 sets mask snorkel fins Unit Battalion 1 Station 1

Contact Information
Primary 941-713-1274 941-721-6700 Nextel ID 161*22274*2

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Boat 3 29 feet 4 inches 10 feet Boston Whaler 11,000 pounds 35 M.P.H. Yes Mote Marine 5 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

(941) 861-5941
Sarasota County Fire Dept. Twin 225 Mercury Verado 173 gallons Gasoline, unleaded 2 feet 6 inches 11,000 pounds 43 M.P.H. 200 miles 1415 pounds

Electronics
Radar GPS Raymarine C-80 Raymarine C-80 EPIRB Radio Bands ID# ADCE0234B942C01 Marine VHF, 800 mhz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? 1250 G.P.M. No, by request Pre-Connects Master Stream 200 feet of 1 3/4" hose Yes

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 4 E.M.T and Paramedic Operator Skill Level Varied by shift

Special Equipment
4 sets of night vision goggles Stokes with backboard Tow post ALS equipment by request Unit Battalion 1 Station 3 Capt. John Elwood

Contact Information
Primary 941-232-1976 941-861-2103 941-232-1994 Nextel ID 161*57027*6 161*57027*14

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? FB52 Jet Ski Jet Ski Kawasaki GVWR-8600lbs/1120lbs 40 mph No Station 52 10 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

(941) 861-5941
City of Venice Fire Department Kawasaki 1500 Unleaded <1' 55 mph 3 persons + Victim(s)

Electronics
Radar GPS No No EPIRB Radio Bands No 800 MHz and VHF portable

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? No No Pre-Connects Master Stream No No

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2-3 EMT Operator Skill Level Jet Ski Pilots

Special Equipment
Patient Retrieval Sled Rescue Equipment Limited Dive Rescue Unit Battalion 5 Station 52 Tony Fitzgerald

Contact Information
Primary 941-809-4634 941-480-3223 941-809-5150 Nextel ID 158*5*28710 159*37*36955

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Marine 7 25' 9' Boston Whaler - Guardian 1605 lbs. 33 mph No - On Trailer City of Holmes Beach Ramp < 5 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

911 or (941) 747-2222
West Manatee Fire & Rescue Twin 175 hp 142 Gallons Unleaded 16" 3575 lbs. 53 mph 75 miles 12 persons or 3035 lbs.

Electronics
Radar GPS YES YES EPIRB Radio Bands YES Marine VHF, 800MHz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? 650 - GPM No - by request Pre-Connects Master Stream YES YES

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 3 EMT Operator Skill Level USCG Six Pack Licence

Special Equipment
Night Vision Binoculars Sledge Hammer Pike Pole Rescue Rails 2-Scott SCBAs Medivac Litter Foam Eductor 45" Dive Door Air Tank Holders (4) Back Board Exposure Suits Fire Axe High Expansion Foam Tube Torsional Towing Rail Tower

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Number Chris Kiernan (941) 741-3995 Station 1 Nextel Station 1 Cell Phone 158*119*60353 (941) 737-7247

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? RB-72 28' 8' Carolina Skiff 2550 lbs./ 5000 lbs cap. 28 kt. No - On Trailer Indian Mound or Placida

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

(941) 366-1811
Englewood Fire Dept. 200 hp Mercury EFI O/B 50 gallons Unleaded (87) Flat Bottom

Electronics
Radar GPS Yes Yes EPIRB Radio Bands No Marine VHF/ 400 & 800 MHz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? 500 gpm @ 50 psi No, by request Pre-Connects Master Stream Yes Yes

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2 EMT Operator Skill Level USCG Six Pack License (pref.)

Special Equipment
Grappling Hook Safety Net Scene Lights Extra Life Vests Back Board C-Collar Mask, Fins, Snorkel & Rope Spot Light

Contact Information
Contact Person: Battalion Chief Cell: Chris Davis (941) 270-0068 Chief's Officer Phone: Battalion Chief Nextel (941) 474-3818 158*42*432

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Marine 9 27' 10' Boston Whaler Guardian 7500lbs 40 mph 40 mph On lift Longboat Moorings 10 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine's) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

(941) 316-1977
Longboat Key Fire-Rescue 2-250 HP 200 Gallons Unleaded 2.5' 7500lbs 50 mph 14 people or 4300 lbs.

Electronics
Radar GPS Yes Yes EPIRB Radio Bands Yes Marine VHF, 800MHZ

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? 650 gpm 20 gallons Pre-Connects Master Stream Yes Yes

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 4 Paramedic ALS Operator Skill Level USCG License

Special Equipment
ALS Equipment Stokes Basket, Back Board 300' 1 3/4 hose line 500 lb.Lifting Arm 2 MSA Airpacks Haligan Tool 1000 gpm Deck Gun 2 - 1 1/2 Akron Nozzle Flat headed Axe, Piercing Nozzle, Navy Nozzle Pike Pole, Pick headed Axe Foam Eductor, 20 Gallons foam

Contact Information
Contact Person: Mark Fultz Department Phone: (941) 316-1944

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? Marine 2 16' 72" John Boat

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

911 or (941) 747-2222
North River Fire District 9.9 hp 10 gallons Unleaded 12 in

No NRFD St 1 10 min or less

4 persons or 1200 lbs.

Electronics
Radar GPS No No EPIRB Radio Bands No 800 MHz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? No No Pre-Connects Master Stream No No

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2 EMT Operator Skill Level NRFD Trained

Special Equipment
Unit Battalion 1 Station 1

Contact Information
Primary 941-713-1274 941-721-6700 Nextel ID 161*22274*2

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? FB51 23' 2" 8' 10" Hydro Sport 2390CC GVWR-8600lbs/1120lbs 25 mph Yes Chamber of Commerce Bridge 10 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

(941) 861-5941
City of Venice Fire Department Twin E-TEC 175/V6 OB Unleaded 2' 5500 lbs. 38 mph

6 Persons

Electronics
Radar GPS Yes Yes EPIRB Radio Bands No 800 MHz and VHF

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? 500 gpm Yes - F500 Pre-Connects Master Stream Yes - 50' Yes

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2-3 min. of Rescue/Fire EMT / SCFD Paramedic Operator Skill Level Range Boat Operator/USCG Certified

Special Equipment
500 lb. Lifting Hoist Night Vision Thermal Imaging Camera Unit Battalion 5 Station 52 Tony Fitzgerald

Contact Information
Primary 941-809-4634 941-480-3223 941-809-5150 Nextel ID 158*5*28710 159*37*36955

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? FB53 12' 6' Sea Doo RIB Jet GVWR-8600lbs/1120lbs 30 mph No Station 52 10 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load

(941) 861-5941
City of Venice Fire Department 90 hp Bombardier Jet 10 Gallons Unleaded <1' 42 mph 5 persons

Electronics
Radar GPS No No EPIRB Radio Bands No 800 MHz and VHF portable

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? No No Pre-Connects Master Stream No No

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2-3 EMT Operator Skill Level Jet Ski Pilots

Special Equipment
Patient Retrieval Sled Rescue Equipment Limited Dive Rescue Unit Battalion 5 Station 52 Tony Fitzgerald

Contact Information
Primary 941-809-4634 941-480-3223 941-809-5150 Nextel ID 158*5*28710 159*37*36955

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp MARINE 1 28’ 9’11” MCKEE CRAFT 6200LBS 35 knots NO PUNTA GORDA PUBLIC SAFETY BLDG. OOC AT MOMENT

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range CHARLOTTE COUNTY EMS 2 -250 H.P. MERCURY O/B 300 GAL Gas 21” 35 knots 3NM OFF SHORE LOCAL AOR ONLY UNKNOWN

How long to get underway?

Max. Load

Electronics
Radar GPS Yes Yes EPIRB Radio Bands Yes Marine VHF and 800 mhz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? 750 g.p.m. Yes-3 BARRELLS Pre-Connects Master Stream BASIC F/F EQUIPEMENT Yes

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 3 minimum PARAMEDIC Oper. Skill Level SPECIAL MARINE OPERATIONS

Special Equipment
BLS/ALS GEAR, 2 AED, MILLERS BOARD,

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Cell: BATALLION CHIEF 941-286-4232 Department Number 941-743-0811

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? MARINE 2 21’ 11’ 10” BOSTON WHALER NO TRAILER 30 KTS Yes LAISHEY MARINA 5-10 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load CHARLOTTE COUNTY EMS 175 JOHNSON O/B Gas 20” 35 knots 3 MILES OFF SHORE/ LOCAL AREA UNKNOWN

Electronics
Radar GPS NO Yes EPIRB Radio Bands Yes Marine VHF and 800 mhz

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? HALE PUMP 250-300 Pre-Connects NONE Master Stream No but 150’ of 1 ¾”hose on board NONE

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 3 minimum PARAMEDIC minimum Oper. Skill Level SPECIAL OPERATIONS/ MARINE

Special Equipment

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Cell: BATALLION CHIEF Department Number 239-597-3222

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? BSFR Marine 22 22’3” 7’5”’ Mercury 1950 lbs Unknown No Carl E. Johnson 15-20 Minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load Bonita Springs FD 225 77 Gas 14” 2550 lbs Unknown Unknown Unknown

Electronics
Radar GPS No Yes EPIRB Radio Bands Yes Yes

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? Acquiring No Pre-Connects Master Stream N/A No

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2 minimum E.M.T. minimum Oper. Skill Level Varied

Special Equipment
None

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Cell:

Richie Scott, LT
N/A

Department Number

(239)949-6209

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? BO90 25’ 8’ Twin Yamaha 2000 lbs 20 knots Yes Isles of Capri 8 minutes

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load Isles of Capri 225 140 Gallons Gas 16” 4100 lbs 25 knots 8000

Electronics
Radar GPS No Yes EPIRB Radio Bands No Yes

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? Yes Yes Pre-Connects Master Stream N/A Yes

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2 minimum E.M.T. minimum Oper. Skill Level Varied

Special Equipment
None-Dive Rescue Equipment, Underwater Camera/Communications with Divers, Hand Held Thermal Imager

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Cell:

Emilio Rodriguez, Chief
N/A

Department Number

(239)394-5862

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Vessel Description
Resource ID: Length: Beam: Manufacturer Trailer Weight Average Speed In Water? Mooring Location or Ramp How long to get underway? BO40 15’ 5’ Avon

Dispatch Number
Agency Name: Engine(s) Size: Fuel Capacity: Fuel Type Draft Vessel Weight Max. Speed: Range Max. Load North Naples Fire 20 H.P. 6 gallons Gas 12” 20 knots

No St.40 5 minutes

Electronics
Radar GPS No No EPIRB Radio Bands No No

Firefighting Capabilities
Pumping Capacity: Foam on Board? N/A N/A Pre-Connects Master Stream N/A N/A

Personnel
Manpower: Medical Skill Level 2 minimum E.M.T. minimum Oper. Skill Level Varied

Special Equipment
None

Contact Information
Contact Person: Contact Person's Cell: D.C. Stolts 239-289-6946 Department Number 239-597-3222

LAW ENFORCEMENT Sheriffs Departments

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Tampa Bay Area Contingency Plan – 2009 Revision ________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. Hillsborough County Sheriffs Office 2008 8th Ave. Tampa, FL. 33601 (911) or (813) 247-8000 (24 hr) Fax: (813) 247-8246 Equipment: Aircraft Helicopter, Police boat 2. Pinellas County Sheriffs Office 10750 Ulmerton Rd. Largo, FL. 34648 (727) 587-6200 (24hr) Equipment: Aircraft, police boat 3. Pasco County Sheriffs Office 8700 Citizens Dr. New Port Richey, FL. 34654 (911) or (727) 844-7711 (24hr dispatch) Equipment: 2 Helicopters, 5 Police boats 4. Hernando County Sheriffs Office 118900 Cortz Blvd. Brooksville, FL. 34601 (911) or (352) 754-6850 Fax: (352) 796-0493 Equipment: 2 Helicopters, 1 Fixed Wing Aircraft, 1 Marine Unit 5. Manatee County Sheriffs Office P.O. Box 590 Bradenton, FL. 33506 (911) or (941) 747-3011 Fax: (941) 746-2013 Equipment: 2 Helicopters, 3 Police boats 6. Sarasota County Sheriffs Office 2071 Ringling Blvd. Sarasota, FL. 34237 911 or (941) 316-1201 Fax: (813) 951-5016 Equipment: 1 Helicopter, 4 Police boats Local Police Departments 1. Tampa Police Department 1710 Tampa St. Tampa, FL. 33602 (911) or (813) 273-0770 non-emergency, 223-1112 connects to 911 Fax: (813) 223-8664 Equipment: 1 Helicopter, 1 Police boat 2. Clearwater Police Department 645 Pierce St. Clearwater, FL. 33756 911 or (727) 562-4420 Fax: (727) 562-4152 Equipment: 0 Aircraft, 0 Police boats 3. St. Petersburg Police Department

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Tampa Bay Area Contingency Plan – 2009 Revision ________________________________________________________________________________________ 1300 1st Ave. North St. Petersburg, FL. 33705 911 or (727) 893-7521 (24hr) Fax: (727) 892-5099 Equipment: 2 Police Boats 4. St. Petersburg Beach Police Department 7701 Boca Ciega Dr. St. Petersburg, FL. 33706 911 or (727) 363-9200 Fax: (727) 363-9258 Equipment: 0 Aircraft, 2 Police Boats 5. Sarasota Police Department 2050 Ringling Blvd. Sarasota, FL. 34237 911 or (941) 316-1201 Fax: (813) 364-8947 Equipment: 0 Aircraft, 3 Police Boats MARINE CHEMISTS 1. Thornton Labs 1145 Cass Street Tampa, FL. 33602 Telephone: (813) 223-9702 2. Mr. Joe Schneider Tampa, FL. Telephone: (800) 413-6738 (Pager) (813) 883-2248 (Beeper) 3. Mr. Kenneth Hubbard 12702 Castleberry Ct. Bayonet Pt. FL. 34667 Telephone: (813) 868-6477

PORT AUTHORITIES 1. Tampa Port Authority 1101 Channelside Dr. Tampa, FL. 33602-2192 (813) 905-7678 Fax: (813) 905-5109 2. Manatee County Port Authority 300 Regal Cruise Way, Suite 1 Palmetto, FL. 34221-6608 (941) 722-6621 3. St. Petersburg Port Authority Marina Port Division 107 8th Ave. S.E. St. Petersburg, FL. 33701 (727) 893-7599, (727) 893-7053 TAMPA BAY HARBOR PILOTS

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Tampa Bay Area Contingency Plan – 2009 Revision ________________________________________________________________________________________ Florida State Pilotage Laws require that all vessels, except vessels exempted by the laws of the United States and vessels with drafts less than 7 feet shall, when entering or leaving port, or when operating on pilot waters of the State, have a licensed State pilot at all times. Whenever a burning ship is to enter port or be moved within the port, the pilots will be contacted and a pilot requested. Complete information should also be given to the pilot's association concerning the condition of the vessel and its intended destination. 1. Tampa Bay Pilots Association 5103 S. Westshore Blvd. or P.O. Box 381 Tampa, FL. 33601 Tampa Office: (813) 805-0270 Fax: (813) 805-0902 St. Petersburg line: (727) 823-8699 Tampa Bay Pilots Association - Vessel Navigation for the Port of Tampa, FL. United States of America

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MARINE TOWING COMPANIES 1. Seabulk Towing, Inc. 1305 Shoreline Dr. Tampa FL 33605 Phone: 813-248-1123 or (800) 516-6203 · Fax: (813) 248-5735
SDM MKII SUWANNEE RIVER Halter Marine, LA - 2000 2007 WCZ 7163 90 Feet 50 Feet 16 Feet 187 (2) Wartsila 9L20C @ 2,100 BHP 98 Feet 34 Feet 14.9 Feet 189

TUG NAME: BUILT: CALL SIGN: LENGTH: BEAM: DRAFT: GRT:

GASPARILLA

CONDOR Halter Marine, LA 1996 WCT 9890 110 Feet 40 Feet 16.5 Feet

BUCCANEER 2007 98 Feet 34 Feet 14.9 Feet

TAMPA Gulf Tampa, FL - 1985 WAI 6569 100 Feet 30 Feet 14 Feet 1970

OSPREY

109 Feet 29 Feet 16.3 Feet

ENGINES:

(2) CAT 3516-B 5,150 BHP

199.1 189 (2) Wartsila 6R32E 6 cylinders rated @3,350 BHP each @770 RPM (2) CAT 3516-B

243 190 (2) EMD 16-645 E5 (2) CAT 3516B turbo diesel rated 3,000 BHP @900 RPM each 4,000 BHP Jon Rie InterTech Series 200 Bow Winch- 450’ of 7” Amsteel Blue rope

HORSEPOWER: 4,200 BHP

TOW WINCH:

6,700 BHP 5,150 BHP 6,000 BHP (1) 5 ton hydraulic telescopic crane on deck, (1) NETEC X2346 single drum towing 1 Fwd. Jon Rie Double Brake Escort 1 Fwd. Jon Rie Double winch 182 Tons capacity w/ 2,200 ft 2 ¼” Winch w/450’ of 7” Brake Escort Winch w/450’ of 7” Amstel Blue wire and (1) NETEC X- Amstel Blue 2338 single drum escort synthetic rope synthetic rope winch on bow, 164 1 Aft Jon Rie Hawser Market DYSF-39 1 Aft Jon Rie Hawser tones w/ 600 ft 10” Winch w/ 450’ of 7” Hydraulic Winch Winch w/ 450’ of 7” w/ 400' Spectra Amstel Blue synthetic Spectra line 616,500 lbs Amstel Blue (1) vertical capstan capacity Line rope synthetic rope w/600 ft 9” Spectra (2) Caterpillar 3306 w/ 135Kw each 28,280 Gallons 96,000 Gallons

(2) Caterpillar GENERATORS: 3306 65-K sets FUEL CAPACITY: 16,800 Gallons

(2) Detroit Diesel 671 w/ (2) John Deere PowerTech 99kw 99Kw each 20,000 Gallons 6-71 w/ Goulds pump@2,000 GPM (2) Monitors @1,500 Gal foam Capacity

3,000 GPM via Skum monitor @50 psi. 1,300 FIRE FIGHTING: foam capacity

28,280 Gallons 30,000 Gallons (2) 12V-92TA w/Nijhuis HGT1 (2) 12V-92TA w/Nijhuis Pumps @ 11,600 HGT1 Pumps @ 11,600 GPM (2) FFS remote GPM (2) FFS remote controlled monitors controlled monitors w/ foam inject 1,100 deluge (1) 1,500 GPM forward w/ foam inject 1,100 deluge system 3,000 Fire/Bilge Combination system 3,000 gallons of monitor and 3,400 gallons of foam Pump foam gallons foam tanks

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TUG NAME: BUILT: CALL SIGN: LENGTH: BEAM: DRAFT: GRT: ENGINES: HORSEPOWER: 90 Feet 50 Feet 16.5 Feet ITC 330 - Reg 187 (2) Wartsila 9 Cylinder 9L20 4200@950 RPM FLORIDA Lockport, LA - 1999 FREEDOM LIBERTY ENDEAVOR

Booth Bay Harbor MN, Booth Bay Harbor MN, 2005 2007 Lockport, LA - 2002 Diesel Stern Drive Tractor Tug 92 Feet 13.9 Feet 32 Feet 149 (2) Caterpillar 3516 BHP 5000 @ 1600 RPM Diesel Stern Drive Tractor Tug 92 Feet 13.9 Feet 32 Feet 149 (2) Caterpillar 3516 BHP 5000 @ 1600 RPM Tractor Tug 90 Feet 50 Feet 16.5 Feet ITC 330 - Regulatory 187 (2) Wartsila 9 Cylinder 9L20 4200 @ 950 RPM

TOW WINCH: GENERATORS:

Markey (2) Ulstein UML 1650

Markey 400,000 BHP - Markey 400,000 BHP Model DEPC - 48 Model DEPC - 48 Markey (2) Rolls Royce 1650H (2) Rolls Royce 1650H - Z Drives Z Drives (2) Ulstein UML 1650

FUEL CAPACITY: FIRE FIGHTING:

(2) Caterpillar 3304 DIT (2) Caterpillar 3304 DIT (2) 3306 B Cat - 65KW - 99 KW @1800 RPM - 99 KW @1800 RPM (2) 3306 B Cat - 65 KW 16,744 U.S. Gallons 3,000 GPM/1,292Gal Foam Tank 36,000 3,000 GPM/Two Monitors 36,000 3,000 GPM/Two Monitors 16,774 U.S. Gallons 3,000 GPM/One monitor 1,292 Gallon Foam Tank

TECHNICAL EXPERTS Marine Safety Center Salvage Team: This unit is available 24 hours a day to provide COTP'S with technical guidance during marine firefighting incidents. Staffed with Coast Guard naval architects, the Salvage Team has the experience, training, and tools to help the COTP manage and minimize the risks associated with the stability issues of the firefighting effort. The Salvage Team can address critical issues that arise during an incident, such as stability of the damaged ship, firefighting water discipline, lightering and ballasting sequences, and tug requirements. The salvage team can also evaluate residual strength, estimate the amount of oil spilled or consumed by the fire, and predict the effects of tides on a stranded vessel. The responsible party and commercial salvor will address these issues as they develop their salvage plan; when it is prepared, the Salvage Team can provide the COTP a crucial independent assessment. 1. Marine Safety Center Salvage Team 400 7th Street SW Washington, D.C. 20590-0001 Telephone: (202) 267-2100 2. Gulf Strike Team Aviation Training Center Mobile, Al. 36608-9690 Telephone: (334) 441-6601

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SALVAGE COMPANIES 1. Need-A-Diver Marine Services Inc. One Barge Place Tampa, FL. 33601 Telephone: (813) 247-1146 2. Commercial Marine Services 4708 Idaho St. Tampa, FL. 33616 Telephone: (813) 831-2891, Fax: (813) 831-9274 3. Seahawk Deep Ocean Technology 5102 S. Westshore Blvd Tampa, FL. 33611 Telephone: (813) 832-4040 4. Underwater Enterprises Inc. 1810 67th St. Court E. Bradenton, FL. 34208 Telephone: (941) 746-2564 TRANSPORTATION COMPANIES Wes-Flo 5707 N 54th St, Tampa, FL 33610 (813) 626-2171 (813) 626-1757 (813) 623-6692 (fax) (800) 282-7230 (toll-free) Email: [email protected] A,C,E & S Transportation,Inc 10925 Claypit Road, Tampa, FL 33610 (813) 740-1946 (813) 664-1306 (813) 621-7377 (fax) Email: [email protected] AAA Cooper Transportation 8818 Industrial Drive, Tampa, FL 33637 (813) 899-1306 ACI Transport 5210 Causeway Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33619 (813) 246-5913

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Tampa Bay Area Contingency Plan – 2009 Revision ________________________________________________________________________________________ Concierge Carriers Inc. 1902 E. New Orleans Ave., Tampa, FL 33610 (813) 495-6027 (813) 984-7492 (fax) Email: [email protected] G.And G. Trucking 14924 Fisher Road, Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 968-3510 Shelton Trucking 5138 Madison Ave, Tampa, FL 33619 (813) 247-1234 Soil Tech Distributors 7611 East Broadway Avenue, Tampa, FL 33619 (813) 630-4319 Air Cartage Express Services 5415 West Sligh Avenue Suite 110, Tampa, FL 33634 (813) 249-0627 Air Express International 5845 Barry Road, Tampa, FL 33634 (813) 886-1812 Airborne Express 4617 North West Shore Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33614 (800) 247-2676 American Freightways 6952 East Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa, FL 33610 (813) 621-1071 Com Express 2804 Long St., Tampa, FL 33605 (813) 242-0399 (813) 242-6829 (fax) Commercial Carrier Corporation 5619 East Columbus Drive, Tampa, FL 33619 (813) 621-3043 Craters & Freighters Contact Info: (813) 889-9008 Location Info: 6103 Jet Port Indstrl Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33634 Estes Express Lines 6360 East Hanna Avenue, Tampa, FL 33610 (813) 621-3636 Florida Rock & Tank Lines 6604 South Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, FL 33611 (813) 837-9461 Landstar Ranger 10012 North Dale Mabry Highway Suite 105, Tampa, FL 33618 (813) 968-6370

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Tampa Bay Area Contingency Plan – 2009 Revision ________________________________________________________________________________________ M & M Tree Service 6009 Eleanor Drive, Tampa, FL 33634 (813) 885-5103 Southeastern Freight Lines 12315 County Road 579, Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 986-2900 Watkins Motor Lines Inc 8804 Maislin Drive, Tampa, FL 33637 (813) 985-8191 Yellow Freight System Inc 8950 Maislin Drive, Tampa, FL 33637 (813) 985-6301 Clean Haul Po Box 274184, Tampa, FL 33688 - Heavy Haul (813) 792-1474 County Line Carriers Corporation - Dump Trucks 4806 North Hubert Avenue, Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 414-0093 Florida Rigging & Crane CO Contact Info: (813) 247-5621 Location Info: 5117 East 8th Avenue, Tampa, FL 33619 Website: http://www.mtc-frc.com G & W Tank Lines Inc 1628 South 51st Street, Tampa, FL 33619 (813) 248-3755 Gulf Central Transportation Inc 4535 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33611 (813) 837-5602 Cold Storage & Warehousing – Refrigerated Trucks/Trailers J & J Trucking 12913 Cambridge Avenue, Tampa, FL 33624 (813) 961-2379 Dump Trucks - End/Loaders – Bulldozer Service Kreider Transportation 5114 East Broadway Avenue, Tampa, FL 33619 (813) 241-2261 Heavy Duty Hauling McKenzie Tank Lines Inc 1918 North 57th Street, Tampa, FL 33619 (813) 621-2063 Precision Rigging & Contracting Company 4921 Knox St W, Tampa, FL 33634 (813) 886-3553 (813) 884-0463 (fax) (800) 282-2705 (toll-free) Email: [email protected]

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Tampa Bay Area Contingency Plan – 2009 Revision ________________________________________________________________________________________ Seffner Rock & Gravel 9715 East US Highway 92, Tampa, FL 33610 (813) 626-8884 (813) 630-4786 (813) 630-2586 (fax) Email: [email protected] Sunbelt Construction Cranes & Hauling Tampa, FL 33610 (800) 999-2940 Superior Crane & Rigging Inc Over 20 Years Experience - CCO Certified (813) 881-9563 (813) 887-4409 (fax) Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.superiorcrane.net Yale Industrial Trucks 2230 North USHighway 301, Tampa, FL 33619 (813) 621-4671 County Line Carriers Corporation 4806 North Hubert Avenue, Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 414-0093 J & J Trucking 12913 Cambridge Avenue, Tampa, FL 33624 (813) 961-2379 LL Daniel Trucking 7944 Belcher Lane, Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 996-3379 Miller & Sons Inc - Dump Trucks Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 986-1275 Tampa Bay Trucking Inc Dump Trucks 6301 North 56th Street, Tampa, FL 33610 (813) 246-5557

9280 Sector St. Petersburg Area Scientific/Technical Expertise Contacts
See Appendix 9900

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9300 Draft Incident Action Plan 9310 Site Safety Plan
Coast Guard employees, other government employees, contract personnel involved in oil spill response activities, and wildlife rehabilitation workers must comply with all applicable worker health and safety laws and regulations.The primary federal regulations are the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards for hazardous waste operations and Emergency Response found in 29 CFR 1910.120. This rule regulates the safety and health of employees involved in cleanup operations at uncontrolled hazardous waste sites during cleaning operations and in certain hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal operations conducted under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (RCRA). The regulations also apply to both Emergency Response and post-emergency cleanup of hazardous substance spills. The definition of hazardous substance used in these regulations is much broader than CERCLA, encompassing all CERCLA hazardous substances, RCRA hazardous waste, and all DOT hazardous material listed in 49 CFR Part 172. Thus, most oils and oil spill responses are covered by these regulations. The rules cover employee protection during initial site characterization and analysis, monitoring activities, material handling activities, training, and Emergency Response. See Site Safety and Health Plan Information See Site Safety and Health Plan Forms See Site Safety and Health Plan Attachments

9320 Demobilization Plan
See Sample Plan

9330 Disposal Plan
See Sample Plan 9330.1 Disposal Concerns In dealing with oil spills, one of the main problems encountered is what to do with the waste materials once the cleanup has begun. When dealing with the method of disposal there are three main areas of concern, ecology, logistics and finance. What further effects are going to occur due to relocation of the waste material? (Ideally, the goal is to dispose of the material without any further hazard generate or further impacts to the environment, including air, surface water, ground water, and soils. How can waste be safety moved from the site to the disposal and /or treatment area? What is the availability of the machinery needed for removal? What is the capacity of the disposal and/or treatment facility How much is it going to cost to dispose of the waste? ? What are the possibilities of recycling the wastes into a useful product to

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help offset the disposal cost? Waste material generally fall into one of the following categories: (1) Recovered liquids (oil/water mixtures)

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(2) Contaminated absorbents and debris (3) Contaminated soils/sand Liquid waste is probably the easiest form of waste to deal with because it is easily handled, moved or sometimes can be processed into a useful product. Absorbents are the most widely used products for oil spill cleanup. Organic absorbents, mainly made of straw, are biodegradable. Many new absorbents are synthetic and their biodegradability is greatly reduced. The best absorbents would be one that could be reused, much like a sponge, leaving only liquid waste which is easily disposed of, thereby reducing cleanup costs and the amount of solid waste generated. Contaminated soils from beaches must be disposed of in accordance with Florida regulations. 9330.2 Potential Disposal Methods 9330.21 Recovered Liquid Waste Disposal in accordance with 40 C.F.R. 262.20-23 for RCRA wastes. a. Recycling (recovery in settling tanks, used oil Recyclers) b. High temperature incineration c. Evaporation of light ends d. Oxidation e. Biodegration f. Open burning where permitted g. Use as fuel 9330.22 Contaminated Sorbents and Debris Disposal in accordance with 40 C.F.R. 262.20-23 for RCRA wastes a. Incineration at waste-to-energy facilities b. Soil thermal treatment facilities (special conditions apply) c. Class I permitted municipal waste landfill 9330.23 Contaminated Soils Disposal in accordance with 40 C.F.R. 262.20-26 for RCRA wastes a. Soil thermal treatment facilities b. Incineration at waste-to-energy facilities

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9330.3 Waste Disposal Site Selection Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) is responsible for determining the eligibility of facilities to use general permits for soil thermal treatment and used oil recycling. FDEP also issues permits for landfilling, air pollutant emissions, hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal, and for the registration and/or certification of used oil transporters, collection facilities and recyclers. The FDEP Waste Management Division regulates the handling, storage, and testing of petroleum contaminated soil, solid waste, and hazardous waste. Oil spill wastes maybe disposed of at permitted facilities (federal, state and local) authorized by the EPA and FDEP. During federalized spills, it is the responsibility of the FOSC to ensure that waste resulting from a spill is handled properly. Information on these facilities and transporters can be obtained by contacting the Department of Environmental Protection, Emergency Response Coordinator at (813) 744-6462 in Tampa, FL. The following is a list of permits/licenses, etc. that the FOSC should be aware of and their specific regulatory references found in Code of Federal Regulations and Florida Annotated Code (FAC). Used Oil Transporter Registration Used Oil Transporter Certification Used Oil Collection Facility Registration General Permit for Used Oil Recycling Used Oil Recycling Facility Registration Air Permits for Soil Thermal Treatment Facilities General Permit for Soil Thermal Treatment Air Permit for Waste to Energy Incinerators Permit to Operate an Industrial Wastewater Treatment Facility Permit to Operate a Solid Waste Transfer Station Permit to Operate a Class I Landfill 17-710.500 FAC 17-710.600 FAC 17-710-500 FAC 17-710.800 FAC 17-710.500 FAC 17-210.300 FAC 17-775.300 FAC 17-210.300 17-660 FAC 17-701.801 FAC 17-701 FAC

Permit to Operate a Hazardous Waste Facility17-730-240 FAC Hazardous Waste Transporter EPA ID# Hazardous Waste Generator EPA ID# Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facility Hazardous Waste Transfer Facility EPA ID# Certificate of Insurance for Hazardous Waste Transporters 40 CFR 263.11 40 CFR 262.12 EPA ID# 17-730.171 FAC 40 CFR 264.11 17-730.170 FAC

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9330.4 Waste Characterization The first step in determining which method(s) of disposal will be utilized is to characterize the waste and determine if it is subject to the requirements of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), 40 C.F.R. The spiller’s knowledge of the material and/or laboratory analysis, and the intended use of the recovered material must be used to determine if the material meets the criteria for hazardous waste set forth in 40 C.F.R 261. 9330.5 RCRA Regulated Waste. If the material meets the criteria for RCRA regulated wastes, it can only be disposed of at an approved hazardous waste treatment/disposal facility. If the spill is not a hazardous waste listed in 40 C.F.R 261 Subpart D, but exhibits a characteristic of hazardous waste per 40 C.F.R 261 Subpart C, it is possible to treat the waste on site to render it non- hazardous prior to off site disposal. The generator shall treat hazardous waste in tanks or containers only, provide a waste analysis plan to document treatment, and ensure compliance with 40 C.F.R 262.34 requirements while accumulating and treating the waste. This kind of treatment would include stabilization of soils with cement, neutralization and other simple forms of non-thermal treatment. Evaporation of organics and dilution are not permissible. 9330.6 Non-RCRA Regulated Wastes Several options exist for disposal, treatment or recycling of wastes and recovered products that are not subject to RCRA requirements. Following is a brief summary of each option and recommended procedures. 9330.7 Used Oil Recyclers Used oil recyclers can process recovered oil and oil/water mixtures into reusable products. Used oil transporters must be certified by FDEP in accordance with 17-710.600 FAC. Used oil recycle facilities must be registered with FDEP and approved to use the general permit for used oil recycling. For specific requirements, see Chapter 17-710, Florida Administration Code. Additional information on used oil recyclers can be obtained on the world wide web at http://www.dep.state.fl.us/. 9330.8 Waste-to-Energy Incinerators Waste-to-Energy (WTE) Incinerators produce energy from the incineration of municipal solid wastes. Depending on the nature of the material to be disposed of, WTE facilities maybe a viable option for disposal of oil debris and/or soils. WTE facilities must have an air permit and a power plant site certification from FDEP. For specific requirements, see Florida Statute 376, Part II and Chapters 17-710 and 17-210, Florida Administrative Code.

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9330.9 Soil Thermal Treatment Facilities (STFF’s) Soil Thermal Treatment Facilities (STFFS’s) use heat to remove petroleum contaminants from soil, resulting in clean soil for various uses. STFF’s are an option for petroleum contaminated provided that the soils are not classified as a hazardous waste as defined in 40 C FR 261. STFF’s must have an FDEP air permit and be approved to use the general permit for soil thermal treatment. For specific requirements, see Chapters 17-775 and 17-210, Florida Administrative Code. 9330.10 Land Filling Land filling of soil and debris which is non-hazardous and non-saturated in a lined Class I landfill in a acceptable disposal option. Landfills must be permitted by the FDEP. Decisions regarding acceptance of wastes are at the discretion of the landfill operator. Laboratory analy of sis waste maybe required prior to acceptance. For specific requirements, see Chapter 17-701, Florida Administrative Code. In some cases, treatment of petroleum contaminated soil may include land farming. This process involves spreading the soil in a thin layer over an impermeable liner or surface. The contaminant reduction is caused by a combination of volatilization, biodegradation, and photodegradation. 9330.11 Communication Plan Due to the concentration of coastal agencies and resources available within Sector St. Petersburg’s AOR, coordinating a communications network in an emergency situation should not be a problem if the Unified Command Comms Staff is utilized. The counties located within Sector St. Petersburg's AOR have most methods of communication. The development of a comms plan will identify all means being used for a response effort. Sector St. Petersburg has access to various intraorganizational CG communications resources. Rapid and accurate exchange of information is a very important tool in successfully mitigating a pollution or hazardous material incident or a marine casualty situation. Each case will vary in complexity and require various levels of communication resources, The majority of response efforts conducted within the AOR are handled by landline telephone. There will be situations however, where more elevated levels of communications are necessary to effectively resolve an ongoing problem. These situations may require the use of telefax, VHFFM radios and computers to exchange information between Sector St. Petersburg and other Coast Guard units, as well as various agencies and contractors involved in the response. The Florida Division of Emergency Management in Tallahassee at (904) 488-1900 has two portable communications trailers available. When communicating with the boating public, the most effective means of communications is via marine band VHF-FM Channel 16, 13, 22A and 81A. Numerous other frequencies are used for special purposes; see list on page J-36. Most cases will occur at or near waterways, so those people most likely to be impacted first by a particular pollution spill are those who have access to the marine band.

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9330.12

Specific Communications The following are specific communication capabilities from county to count within the Sector St. Petersburg AOR:

9330.121 Central Counties (1) Hillsborough. Hillsborough County has an abundance of communication resources available due to the extensive size and population of the area, Hillsborough County has numerous landline and cellular phones available. The Hillsborough County Emergency Operations Center located in the city of Tampa has access to mobile command vehicles with VHF-FM radios and telefax machines. In order to set up a communications network the County Emergency Operations Center can be reached at (813) 272-5900 Telefax:(813) 272-6878. (2) Manatee. Manatee County is equipped to carryout and maintain a communications network in their area. Manatee County has VHF-FM capabilities. Working channels include both 154,370 MHz and 153,950 MHz and they have an adequate amount of landline communications gear available through GTE, Southern Bell and United Telephone Co. (3) Pasco. The County Emergency Management Department at (727) 847-8959 will carryout establishment of a communications network. Their responsibilities in the event of an oil or hazardous material spill are outlined in their Local Government Contingency Plan. This plan contains communication criteria such as their telefax numbers (727) 847-8004 and their VHF-FM radio capabilities. The central location for a communication center is in New Port Richey due to its coastal location and availability of resources. (4) Pinellas. Pinellas County has many resources available for communications due to its two main townships of St. Petersburg and Clearwater. According to the Pinellas Emergency Management Division the county has 2,200 VHF-FM radios and hundreds of cellular phones available for use. Also, they have numerous hand-held portable radios and telefax capabilities. In the case of an emergency, a communications vehicle with telefax and modem capabilities is available for use by the On-Scene Commander. In order to set up a communications network contact the Pinellas Emergency Management Division at (727) 464-3800 / Telefax at (727) 464-4024.

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9330.122 Northern Counties (1) Citrus. Citrus County is equipped to handle the communications demands associated with an oil spill incident. Radio equipment is available through the city Emergency Management division and is directed through the Citrus County Emergency Operations Center located in Lecanto, FL at (352) 746-6555. The Citrus County Hazardous Materials Center, at (352) 3448700, in the city of Lecanto would be an ideal location for a command post if necessary. This center offers telephone, VHFFM radio communications and telefax capabilities. Also available is a mobile communications vehicle if needed by the On-Scene Commander. (2) Dixie. Most local agencies use the VHF-FM frequency band. The local civil defense agency maintains a government repeater in Cross City on the 153.845 mobile receive frequency and 156.015 mobile transmit frequency, PL tone used is 210.70. The local Telephone Company is Southern Bell and the local cellular phone and portable Phone Company is Alltel Mobile (1-800ALLTEL-1). Fax machines are located in the Dixie County Civil Defense office (352) 498-3644 and the Board of County Commissioners (352) 498-2048. Portable Radios can be rented in Cross City at Gantt's Electronic Co, at (352) 498-5739. (3) Hernando. The Emergency Management Division (352) 7544083 is coordinates communications between the different agencies, which maybe involved, in a worse case scenario. Hernando County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is equipped with portable telephones, portable radios, telefax capabilities and a mobile command vehicle. The Hernando County EOC maintains an emergency response plan for the spill of hazardous substances within their area. This plan is updated annually and contains all required contact points and recommended procedures in the case of a hazardous materials incident. (4) Levy. Levy County is equipped with Southern Bell landline telephones, cellular phones and various types of hand-held radios. They have access to a mobile communications unit during an emergency. The county has a volunteer civilian organization of radio operators available to assist if needed. Levy County has no designated command center. In the case of an emergency, efforts to set up a centralized communications network may be coordinated through the city Emergency Management Division at (352) 486-2708, Telefax number is (352) 486-2579. (5) Taylor. In the event of an emergency, a limited number of hand- held VHF-FM radios and landlines are available. This equipment is located at Taylor County Emergency Management and can be contacted at (850) 838-3575. 9330.123 Southern Counties (1) Collier. Collier County is the southern most county in the AOR. In the case of a coastal fuel spill the city of Naples is the most

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centralized location to establish a communications network between the On-Scene Commander and other involved agencies. If assistance from the city of Naples Emergency Management Department is required they may be contacted at (941) 774-4434. Naples is equipped with VHF-FM radios and has access to portable phone and telefax machines. Motorola Communications & Electronics, Inc. supply radio equipment used. Motorola Communications can be reached at (941) 597-7766. (2) Charlotte. Charlotte County operates its commercial telephone service under GTE or United Telephone, which under emergency situations can provide numerous services. Other communications devices available are telefax machines and portable telephones, which are supplied by GTE Mobilnet or Cellular One. At this time Charlotte County has no mobile communications trailers, but can borrow one from either the Lee County Emergency Management or Sarasota County Emergency Management. The Charlotte County EOC is based out of the Charlotte County Sheriff's Department at (941) 639-2101. (3) Lee. Lee County has three 800 MHz trunk radio sy stems with the capabilities to communicate with city, county, state and federal agencies. In addition, Lee County has a mobile command vehicle, which can be used by other counties if needed in the event of an emergency. Also available are numerous VHF-FM radios, cellular phones and the county has installed an 800 MHz sy stem at the U.S. Coast Guard Station in Ft Myers Beach in order to make communications between the county and the Coast Guard compatible. The Lee County Emergency Management Department can be reached at (941) 337-2323 / fax: (941) 3383214. Lee County is serviced by United Telephone of Florida. (4) Sarasota. Sarasota County has two mobile command posts equipped with VHF-FM radios, cellular phones, landlines and a communications network with the counties immediately North and South. One of these vehicles operates at the northern end of the county and the other at the Southern end. Sarasota County has also established communications with the state law enforcement, military and federal agencies. Additional capabilities include fax and computer modem if needed. Sarasota Emergency Management can be reached at (941) 861-5000 / fax (941) 8615501.

9340 Water Intakes
There is only one drinking water intake pipe within Tampa Bay. It is a desalinization plant that is operated by Tampa Bay Water. The plant is located adjacent to the Big Bend Power Plant and draws the water from the power plants discharge canal. The desalinization plant is sensitive to changes in the water quality, therefore it is critical to notify the plant operator of any pollution event that could impact it’s operation. It is worth noting that the plant will shut down in the event of any possible damage might accure to it’s operation. This will not have a sugnifigant effect on the water supply to the Tampa area as the plant only produces 5-7% of drinking water. Tampa Bay Water plant contact number is 813-

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929-4550. The drinking water intakes of other plants are far enough up stream not to be threatened by the petroleum products that transit the COTP zone. The facilities in Table 22 have water intakes that take in millions of gallons of salt water a day.

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Clearwater Marine Aquarium 249 Winward Passage Clearwater, FL 33767 Latitude: Longitude: Mote Marine 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy. Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 388-4441 (24 hr) Latitude: Longitude: 27 82 33.49’ 57.56' 27 82 98.38' 82.49'

Crystal River Nuclear Power Plant 15760 West Powerline St Crystal River, FL 34428 Latitude: Longitude: 28 96.02' 82 71.76'

(727) 447-0980 (24 hr)

Switch Board: (352) 563-2943 (24 hr) Florida Power Corporation Anclote River Plant Latitude: Longitude: 28 82 20.14' 77.82'

(727) 943-3030 (24 hr) Florida Power and Light Ft Myers Plant Latitude: Longitude: 26 41.5’ 81 47.0'

Florida Power Corporation Bartow Plant (Weedon Island) Latitude: Longitude: 27 82 51.40’ 36.09'

(727) 827-6201 (24 hr) (727) 827-6100 Main # Seahorse Key Marine Lab Gainsville, FL Latitude: Longitude: 29 83 14.62’ 03.95

(941) 693-4270 (24 hr) Tampa Electric Company Big Bend Plant Latitude: Longitude: 27 47.42’ 82 24.16’

(352) 543-5508 (24 hr)' Tampa Electric Company Gannon Plant Latitude: Longitude: 27 82 54.30’ 24.53’

(813) 677-2030 (24 hr) Tampa Electric Company Hookers Point Plant Latitude: Longitude: 27 56.11’ 82 36.09’

(813) 248-8305 (24hr)

(813) 248-2518 (24hr)

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Table 22 – Salt Water Intake Facilities

9350 Staging Areas
9350.1 Coast Guard Staging Areas All of the Coast Guard small boat stations maybe used as staging areas. USCG USCG USCG USCG USCG Station Cortez Station Ft Myers Station Sand Key Station Yankeetown Sector St Petersburg

9350.2 Large Scale Staging Areas Additionally the facilities listed in Table 23 provide large open areas to store equipment. Name Marine Corps Reserve Center 5121 Gandy Blvd., Tampa, FL Telephone: (813) 839-8486 MacDill Air Force Base Tampa, FL 33608-5000 Telephone: (813) 830-1110 Notes Large parking lot, amphibious vehicles & communications equipment Area can accommodate helicopters and large trucks Large military air base, ground transportation, buses and trucks, vast areas are available on base with access to runways with equipment for loading and unloading. Refueling capabilities are also available. Large inland facility.

Florida State Fair Grounds 4800 US Hwy301, North Tampa, FL 33610 Telephone: (813) 621-7821 (Director of Operations)

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9350.3 Small Scale Staging Areas Simmons Park Boat Ramp, Ruskin, FL (Designated animal rehabilitation center) Bahia Beach Marina, Ruskin, FL Shell Point Marina, Ruskin , FL TECO property, Ruskin, FL Cockroach Bayboat ramp, Ruskin, FL Apollo Beach, Apollo Beach, FL Alafia boat ramp, Gibsonton, FL Gaints boat ramp, Gibsonton, FL TECO property, Gibsonton, FL Courtney Campbell boat ramps, Tampa, FL Peter O'Knight Airport, Tampa, FL Sky way Bridge causeway and boat ramps, St. Petersburg, FL Marina Jack's boat ramp, St, Petersburg, FL O'Neals Marina, St Petersburg, FL Mullet Keyboat ramps, Tierra Verde, FL Charlotte County Stadium parking area on State Road 776 Lemon Bay High School (Englewood) parking lots on Placida Road Charlotte County Public Beach parking areas on Gulf Blvd Table 24 - Small Scale Staging Areas

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9400 Area Planning Documentation 9410 Discharge and Release History
The largest spill which impacted or threatened to impact the shoreline or environment of the legacy MSO Tampa's zone occurred in September 1995 when approximately 4,200 gallons of #6 oil was spilled in the vicinity of Berths 201-211, Port of Tampa, Florida. Government agencies receive reports of approximately 28,600 oil/hazardous substance spills each calendar year. Over a five year period (1994-98), 1,960 pollution cases were reported to the legacy MSO Tampa, of those 1,243 (63%) were mystery cases where no source was identified; the remainder were federal cleanups and violation cases. In the USCG Sector St. Petersburg AOR the information below applies primarily to oil discharges. In the Sector St. Petersburg zone an average of 5 small hazardous substance releases occur yearly. Total Per Year: Year 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 Total Cases 473 405 350 404 328 Mystery Cases 317 322 206 210 188 Percent Mystery 67% 80% 58% 52% 54%

The average spill in the COTP Tampa/St. Petersburg AOR is less than 10 gallons and is of gasoline or #2 diesel fuel with occasional number six oil discharges. The probable sources of these spills include: (1) bilge pumping (2) improper fueling operations (3) sunken vessels (4) ruptured transfer hoses 9410.1 Most Probable Discharge. The most probable spill scenario requiring cleanup is a 25 to 75 gallon spill of marine fuel (MGO/#2 diesel) as waste oil or bilge residue in daylight hours in areas where commercial fleets dock. 9410.2 Maximum Most Probable Discharge. The maximum most probable discharge is approximately 380,000 gallons of number 2 diesel, jet A fuel, gasoline and # 6 oil. However, due to the viscosity of the #6 oil and the duration of cleanup time including weather conditions, #6 is considered to be more environmentally dangerous.

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9410.3 Worst Case Discharge. When developing the scenario for the worst case discharge the Area Committee examined the potential for a spill by vessels and facilities. Because the situations are so different, but the potential amount can be virtually identical, the committee developed separate scenarios; one for a vessel and one for a facility. Worst Case Discharge #1 (Vessel) The worst case vessel spill scenario is a collision in Tampa Bay(junction of Cut “A” and Cut “B” approximately two nautical miles East of the Sunshine Sky way Bridge) of a 250,000 barrel tanker/barge carrying #6 oil with another vessel, resulting in a rupture and total loss of cargo. The weather considerations during the selected summer incident; typical July/August pattern with winds at 10-15 knots about 1400 hours. late afternoon (approximately1700-1800) storms form overland and move WNW with winds gusting to 35-45 knots; potential exists for waterspouts and tornadoes; storm passes and winds go back to light and variable from the ESE overnight; air temperatures drops 15-20 degrees and in less than one hour when the storms hit. Worst Case Discharge #2 (Facility) The worst case/facility spill scenario is a catastrophic failure of a 250,000 barrel tank of #6 oil at Port Manatee, with 50,000 bbls escaping via mosquito ditch to the bay.

9420 Scenarios
The worst case/facility spill scenario is a catastrophic failure of a 250,000 barrel tank of #6 oil at Port Manatee, with 50,000 bbls escaping via mosquito ditch to the bay. When developing the scenario for the worst case discharge the committee examined the potential for a spill by both vessels and facilities. Because the situations are so different, but the potential amount can be virtually identical, the committee developed scenarios for the both a vessel and facility incident. 9420.1 Worst Case Scenario #1 (VESSEL) The worst case vessel spill scenario is a collision 2 nautical miles NE of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, at the intersection of Tampa Ship Channel Cut A and Cut B (posn. 27 37.50’ N, 082 36.50’ W). A 250,000 barrel tanker/barge carrying #6 oil collides with another vessel, resulting in a total loss of cargo (250,000 barrels). 9420.11 Assumptions The collision occurs during heavy weather, on a holiday weekend, involving a foreign vessel, with no local contacts. 9420.12 Size of discharge 250,000 barrels

9420.13

Historical spill considerations

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General examples of vessel collisions in Tampa Bay have come from human factors and equipment/engine failures and include: a. 1972 - The Greek tanker Nea Tihi collided with the freighter Insco Producer anchored in the fog off Egmont Key, partially in the channel. b. 1980 - USCGC BLACKTHORN collided with the oil tanker S.S. CAPRICORN under the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. c. 1980 - The Monrovia freighter SUMMIT VENTURE collided with the Sunshine Skyway Bridge during a severe storm. d. 1990 - A tug and oil barge collided with the Sunshine Skyway Bridge when a hydraulic hose malfunctioned and steering was lost on the tug. e. 1992 - The Anhydrous Ammonia tanker LUIGI LAGRANGE collided with the freighter BLED in the fog at the anchorage off Egmont Key. f. 1993 - August 10th a three vessel collision between the freighter BALSA 37, tug and tank barge SEAFARER/OCEAN 255 and tug and tank barge CAPT FRED BOUCHARD/B-155 resulted in 330,000 gallons of #6 crude oil and 50,000 gallons of Jet A fuel being spilled in Tampa Bay. 9420.14 Hazard Assessment Utilize MSDS information regarding toxicity, etc. of #6 oil, close air space by FAA - non-essential aircraft, persistent in environment, low evaporation rate there is a remote fire hazard, other vessel traffic in the immediate area, bridge may need to be closed to vehicular traffic potential stability problems for salvage operations. 9420.15 Vulnerability analysis The greatest concentration of environmentally sensitive areas is in the southern portion of Tampa Bay. This area possesses mangroves, sea grass, recreational and commercial fishery, bird rookeries, marine mammals, shellfish, turtles, benthic community and aquatic preserves. 9420.16 Risk Assessment A catastrophic spill at the junction of Cut “A” and Cut “B” would impact virtually all of Tampa Bay as well as the area between the Sunshine Skyway and Egmont Key. In the southern bay area, Port Manatee is considered to be the most probable spill site because of the large amount of vessel movement and bulk product storage. Port Manatee is located in one of the most environmentally sensitive areas of Tampa Bay, amid the Cockroach Bay Aquatic Preserve to the north and Bishop’s Harbor and Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve to the south. As the spill spreads out on the tide(s) all resources noted above (9420.15) would be at risk, as well as the Gulf beaches and inland waters (e.g. Boca Ciega Bay).

9420.17

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violent thunderstorms that occur during the summer are assumed to pose the greater hazard because of the suddenness with which they can materialize and the extreme conditions that exist during the storms. 9420.18 The Event a. Situation. One inbound foreign vessel carrying 250,000 barrels of #6 oil collided with another vessel splitting open two cargo tanks on the inbound vessel. b. Location. The junction of Cut “A” and Cut “B”, approximately2 nautical miles NE of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. c. Type and amount of spill. 250,000 barrels of #6 oil. d. Can pollution source be secured? No e. Sensitive areas at risk. See 9420.15 above f. Time of the year. Summer g. On-scene weather. During the day, a typical July/August pattern exists with morning winds from the SE at 10-15 knots, moving westerly at 10-15 knots about 1400. Late afternoon, approximately1700-1800, a storm forms over land and moves WNW with wind gusting 35-45 knots (potential exists for sudden gusts to top 60 knots). Potential exists for waterspouts and tornadoes storm passes and the winds go back to light and variable from the ESE overnight, air temperature drops 15-20 degrees in less than an hour when the storm hits. 9420.2 Worst Case Scenario #2 (FACILITY) The worst, case facility spill scenario is a catastrophic failure of a 250,000 barrel tank of #6 oil at Port Manatee. 9420.21 Size of discharge 250,000 Barrels 9420.22 Historical spill considerations None 9420.23 Hazard Assessment Utilize MSDS information regarding toxicity, etc. of #6 oil persistent in environment, low evaporation rate, remote fire hazard, personnel exposure hazard as product is heated. 9420.24 Vulnerability analysis Mangroves, sea grass, recreational and commercial fisheries, bird rookeries, marine mammals, shellfish, benthic community, and aquatic preserves, personnel at facility. 9420.25 Risk Assessment A catastrophic spill at Port Manatee would impact virtually all of Tampa Bay, as the tide dispersed the oil all the resources noted

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in 9420.24 would be at risk, as well as the Gulf beaches. In the southern bay area, Port Manatee is considered to be the most probable spill site because of the large amount of vessel amount of vessel movement and bulk product storage. Port Manatee is located in one of the most environmentally sensitive areas of Tampa Bay amid the Cockroach Bay Aquatic Preserve to the north , and Bishop’s Harbor and Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve to the south. 9420.26 Seasonal considerations Tide/current effects are assumed to be worse in the spring (reference Coast Pilot Tampa Bay weather section). The worst time of year for a spill in this area is the winter because of low water levels, exceptionally strong currents, strong northeast winds and inaccurate tide projections. Although fog poses a hazard in the winter months, the numerous and violent thunderstorms that occur during the summer are assumed to pose a greater hazard because of the suddenness with which they can materialize and the extreme conditions that exist during the storms. 9420.27 The Event a. Situation. A total structural failure of a storage tank, product breaches the berm and enters Tampa Bay via a mosquito ditch adjacent to the bermed area. The potential exists for the majority of the product to leave the bermed area. b. Location. Port Manatee. c. Type and amount of spill. 250,000 barrels of #6 oil, 50,000 barrels escape into Tampa Bay before mosquito control ditch is closed off. d. Can pollution source be secured? No, however earthmoving equipment will be mobilized to dam up the mosquito control ditch to lessen the quantity of oil entering Tampa Bay . e. Sensitive areas at risk. Bishop’s Harbor, Cockroach Bay Aquatic Preserve, Pinellas and Manatee beaches, Pinellas County Aquatic Preserve, Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve, Tierra Verde/Ft. DeSoto, southeast St. Petersburg. Within the first ½ hour an exposure problem will exist because the product is heated (reference MSDS), the entire area will be shut down. f. Time of the year. Summer

g. On-scene weather. During the day a typical July/August pattern exists with morning winds from the SE at 10-15 knots, moving westerly at 10-15 knots around 1400. In the late afternoon (approximately1700-1800) storms form over land and move WNW with winds gusting 35-45 knots. There is a strong potential for sudden gusts to top 60 knots in addition to waterspouts and tornadoes. Once the storm passes, the winds go back to light and variable from the ESE. The overnight air temperature drops 15-20 degrees in less than an hour when the storm hits. This creates adverse weather and greater potential for tornadoes.

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9420.3 Most Probable Worst Spill/Scenario # 3 After examining the spill history over the past 10 years the Area Committee determined the maximum most probable discharge to be approximately 6,000 gallons. This amount was expanded to 10,000 gallons in order to conform with the state of Florida’s 10,000 gallon contingency guidelines. 9420.31 Size of the discharge. 6-10,000 gallons 9420.32 Historical spill considerations. JUN 91 - 6,000 gal #6 oil spill, Port Manatee. 9420.33 Hazard Assessment Utilize MSDS information regarding toxicity, etc. of #6 oil, persistent in environment, low evaporation rate, there is a remote fire hazard, other vessel traffic in the immediate area and the workers at facility. 9420.34 Vulnerability analysis Greatest concentration of environmentally sensitive areas is in the southern portion of Tampa Bay consisting of mangroves, sea grasses, recreational and commercial fisheries, bird rookeries, marine mammals, shellfish, bethnic community, aquatic preserves with in the environmentally sensitive area, and the Gulf beaches, and the crew of both the ships. 9420.35 Risk Assessment In the southern bay area, Port Manatee is considered to be the most probable spill site because of the large amount of vessel movement and bulk product storage. Port Manatee is located in one of the most environmentally sensitive areas of Tampa Bay amid the , Cockroach Bay Aquatic Preserve to the north and Bishop’s Harbor and Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve to the south. 9420.36 Seasonal considerations Worst time of year for a spill in this area is the winter because of low water levels, exceptionally strong currents, strong northeast winds and inaccurate tide projections (unless utilizing PORTS). 9420.37 The Event a. Situation. Pipeline leak in a location not easily detected or routinely inspected, leaking at 7-10 gpm, spill begins at 2300 hours on a holiday evening and continues for several hours before the source is detected and identified, cleanup operations, including protective booming are initiated while the spill source is being traced. b. Location. Port Manatee. c. Type and amount of spill. 10,000 Gallons of #6 oil.

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d. Can pollution source be secured. Source can be secured, but must be detected first. e. Sensitive areas at risk. Bishop’s Harbor, Cockroach Bay Aquatic Preserve, Pinellas and Manatee beaches, Pinellas County Aquatic Preserve, Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve, Tierra Verde/Ft. DeSoto, southeast St. Petersburg. f. Time of year. Winter. g. On-scene weather. Winds N to NE at 20 knots, temperature 45 degrees Fahrenheit, 4 tides. 9420.4 Most Probable Spill/Scenario #4 The most probable spill scenario is a 25-75 gallon spill of marine gas oil (MGO/#2 diesel) as waste oil/bilge residue, in daylight hours in the area where the commercial fleet docks. The USCG Sector St. Petersburg has a high incidence of reports for the Gulf of Mexico. For the purposes of preparedness in this area the location of the scenario is Tarpon Springs, when there is a large concentration of commercial fishing vessel fleets. 9420.41 Size of the Discharge 25-75 Gallons 9420.42 Historical spill considerations Tarpon Springs (Anclote River), bilge pumping. 9420.43 Hazard assessment Utilize MSDS regarding toxicity. 9420.44 Vulnerability analysis Adjacent Juncus and Spartina marshes, mangrove, feeding/roosting areas for wading and diving birds, oyster beds, marine mammals (West Indian manatees, dolphins). 9420.45 Risk assessment Spill spreading on the tide and/or driven by the wind would put the resources listed in c. above at risk very quickly . 9420.46 Seasonal considerations Summer months greatest potential. 9420.47 The Event a. Situation. A commercial vessel refueling, no shore power operating on generator power, vessel/engine room is unattended while crew goes to purchase last minute food supplies, tanks are not self-leveling, return line is open, and tanks overflow into bilge, product pumped into the water when bilge pumps kick on (note. vessel is wood construction which additionally lends itself to a certain amount of seepage).

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b. Location. Anclote River, City of Tarpon Springs, commercial docks. c. Can pollution source be secured. Yes d. Sensitive areas at risk. Minimal human risk, potential for environmental risk exists, adjacent Juncus and Spartina marshes, mangrove, feeding/roosting areas for wading and diving birds, oyster beds, marine mammals (West Indian manatees, dolphins). e. Time of year. Summer (although could happen year round). f. On-scene weather. Summer conditions - sunny, unlimited visibility, wind steady approximately 5-10 knots, potential summer squalls.

9420.5 Train Derailment/Scenario #5 9420.51 Hazard assessment Determination of the Hazardous Products Products Involved: chlorine, ammonium nitrate, anhydrous

ammonia, hydrogen sulfide, malathion, hydrogen peroxide.
AMMONIA, anhydrous

CAS number(s): 7664-41-1
General Description

UNNA number: 1005

Anhydrous ammonia is a colorless to milky white liquid when stored and shipped as a compressed liquefied gas. When released on land, the liquid will boil (rapidly vaporize) producing large amounts of a colorless gas that is lighter than air. When released in water, the ammonia cold liquid will float and boil when initially released. The majority of the spilled liquid ammonia will go into solution with the receiving water, but a portion will also be lost as a gas. When released from a tank under pressure, the cold ammonia gas will freeze water droplet in the air, causing what looks as a white puff. The cold dense gas will initially be heavier than air. The gas has a sharp irritating odor at low concentrations. In liquid form, it is infinitely soluble in water, but will float and boil when initially released. Refrigerated ammonia at –26 deg F. Not at much pressure as relief valve is set at 3 psi.
Physical and Chemical Properties

Vapor Density= 0.771 g/L @ 0˚ C (lighter than air, but behaves as heavy gas when released as liquid ammonia) Vapor Pressure= 8.5 atmospheres Water Solubility= 34% (highly soluble) Molecular Wt.= 17.0 amu Boiling Point= -28˚ F Freezing Point= -108˚ F 274

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Flammability and Reactivity Properties Auto ignition Temperature= 1204˚ F Lower Explosive Limit= 15% Upper Explosive limit= 28% Strong oxidizer that reacts with the following compounds: ♦ Acids ♦ Halogens ♦ Salts of silver, zinc, and mercury ♦ Corrosive to copper and galvanized surfaces
Fire Hazard

Ammonia is a combustible gas, although it is difficult to ignite. It is often considered nonflammable and is labeled by DOT as a nonflammable gas. Mixtures of ammonia and air will explode under favorable conditions, such as in a fire where another fuel source is present and burning. Ammonia has a narrow explosion and flammability range (LEL 16% and UEL 25%, LFL 15.5 and UFL 27%). Combustion by-products include nitrogen oxides.
Health and Safety:

Contact with liquid ammonia can cause frostbite; therefore, direct physical contact should be avoided. Ammonia is a strong irritant, which can cause severe damage to the respiratory tract, including death by edema. At concentrations near 5000 ppm, even short periods (a few minutes) of exposure to ammonia may be almost immediately fatal due to serious edema, strangulation, and asphyxiation. The table below 1 provides a brief description of human health effect at different exposures to ammonia.

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Range of Effects for Exposure to Ammonia

Air Concentrations < 0.5 ppm 1 - 20 ppm 50 ppm 300 ppm

Durations

Effects minimal risk level. No noticeable effect noticeable odor, some irritation

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temporary eye and throat irritation, coughing. IDLH, strong irritation even during short exposure durations

5000 ppm

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Exposure Limits

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Occupational exposure limits Threshold Limit Value (TLV) Time Weighted Average (TWA) for 8 hours: 25 ppm TLV Short term Exposure Limit (STEL) for 15 minutes: 35 ppm ERPGs: ERPG-1: 25 ppm.ERPG-2: 150 ppm, ERPG-3: 750 ppm
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facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positivepressure mode. Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained positivepressure breathing apparatus. • Escape: (APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted canister providing protection against the compound of concern. Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus Protective clothing (NIOSH) For 8 hours: Butyl, Teflon, Viton, Responder, Trellchem, Tychem For 4 hours: Nitrile
Sampling

Real-time air sampling for ammonia may be done by colorimetric tubes (Drager or similar) and by hand-held instruments utilizing electro-chemical sensors (e.g. GasTech Genesis, and others) CHLORINE CAS number(s): 7782-50-5
General description

UNNA number(s): 1017

Chlorine is a greenish yellow gas with a strong, pungent odor. Its boiling point is -29 ˚F (it is gas at room temperature) and it is 2.5 times heavier than air. Chlorine is slightly water soluble, 0.7% at 25 °C (77 °F) and is considered to be a non-flammable, noncombustible gas. Chlorine, however, is a strong oxidizer and will support combustion of other materials. Special concern Chlorine is heavier than air and in conditions of low air turbulence tend to settle at low places. This point should be remembered before entry into confined space and when sampling for chlorine. Chlorine containers may rupture violently due to over pressurization under heat, releasing massive amount of chlorine gas. Chlorine is not combustible but would support combustion (it is a potent oxidizer). Combustion of other materials with chlorine is likely to generate toxic gases.
Physical and Chemical properties

Vapor density=3.21 g/L (air=1.29) Water solubility=0.64 g Cl2/100g water
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hydrogen, acetylene, ammonia, fuel gas, and powdered metals. It will combine with water to form the potent and corrosive hydrochloric acid.
Health and Safety

Chlorine gas is a strong irritant, and may cause severe damage to the eyes and respiratory system. The main symptoms are burning and teary eyes, coughing, choking, dizziness and burning sensation of the respiratory tract. Onset of breathing difficulty may be immediate or delayed. Exposure may cause pneumonia, tracheobronchitis, and pulmonary edema. Note: Onset of pulmonary edema may be delayed, and may occur even after exposure to relatively low concentrations of chlorine. Medical attention must be given to any person exposed. High concentration of chlorine may cause skin burning, inflammation, blister formation and death.
Exposure Standards

TLV: 8 hr TWA-0.5 ppm, 15 min STEL-1.5 ppm PEL: 8 hr TWA-0.5 ppm, STEL-1 ppm IDLH: 30 ppm ERPGs: ERPG-1: 1 ppm, ERPG-2: 3 ppm, ERPG-3: 20 ppm
Odor Threshold

0.02-3.5 ppm
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Respiratory recommendations: Unknown concentration: Use SCBA, in continuous flow, pressure demand mode. 0.5-5 ppm: Minimum protection required: Full Face Air Purifying Respirator (APR) with appropriate chlorine cartridges. 5-12.5 ppm: Minimum protection: Powered, Positive Pressure Full Face APR, with chlorine cartridges 12.5 ppm and above: SCBA or line supplied air with emergency pack, in continuous flow/pressure demand mode. Escape: Emergency air pack Note: In a spill situation, it is practically impossible to determine if chlorine concentration is "5 ppm" or "12.5 ppm". Respiratory protection should be selected conservatively, with people's safety being the utmost concern. Selection of a higher step of protection is recommended if the concentration is not known, or conditions are such that it may exceed what is currently measured. Clothing: Avoid skin contact. Use Butyl rubber, Neoprene, or PVC suits. 278

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Eye protection: Avoid any possibility of contact with eyes. Chlorine is an eye irritant. Make sure that eye wash is available. First Aid The best treatment is prevention. If at all possible, avoid exposure to chlorine. Stay upwind from it, evacuate people in the path of the plume (if concentrations justify it) and if need to, abandon the vessel and maneuver upwind and away from the source. If exposure occurred: Move to fresh air, support breathing, and flush eyes and skin with copious amount of water. Get medical attention ASAP.
Sampling

Two methods are commonly used to get quick, real-time air samples for chlorine 1. Colorimetric tubes. Colorimetric tubes (e.g. Drager, Sensidyne) can readily indicate the air concentration of chlorine, from a fraction of a ppm to hundreds of ppm. They are not very accurate (± 30%) but are simple, readily available and easy to use. 2. Electronic gas monitors. Have either a cell or chip that detect chlorine in the air. Most display the concentrations digitally, and sound an alarm if a predetermined level of concern is exceeded. These monitors are simple to use, portable and small (the size of a pocket book), and provide immediate readings.
Other Considerations

Because of chlorine's high toxicity, measures to protect the public should be considered and implemented if public exposure risk to chlorine exist. Chlorine is heavier than air and tends to "hug the ground" as it disperses. Therefore its downwind concentration would not decrease as rapidly as a gas that is lighter than air. Chlorine remaining in the vessel will tend to sink to lower areas. Entry into rooms or cargo holds should be done with caution. Sample for chlorine and anticipate higher concentrations of chlorine near the floor The emergency valves on chlorine cylinders may be unseated and chlorine released when the cylinders are exposed to heat from fire. Such release occurred during the Yardarm Knot fire a few years ago.

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Chlorine is very toxic, especially to the respiratory system. Onset of some symptoms, such as pulmonary edema, may be delayed. All people exposed to chlorine should receive medical attention. HYDROGEN SULFIDE (H2S) CAS number(s): 7783-06-4
General Description

UNNA nimber(s): 1053

Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is an extremely hazardous gas, capable of causing respiratory arrest and death at concentration of only several hundred part per million (ppm). Entry into confined spaces containing hydrogen sulfide released from decaying organic material has been the cause of many fatalities, recorded as far back as the Paris sewage system workers during the French revolution.
Physical and Chemical Properties

Vapor density=1.189(air=1.0) Vapor Pressure=18.75x105Pa Freezing Point=-83.8C Boiling Point=-60.2C Water Solubility=slowly forms elemental sulfur
Flammability and Reactivity Properties

Auto ignition Temperature= 260 Lower Explosive Limit= 4.3% Upper Explosive limit= 46% HYDROGEN SULFIDE reacts as an acid and as a reducing agent. Explodes on contact with oxygen difluoride, bromine pentafluoride, chlorine trifluoride, dichlorine oxide, silver fulminate. May ignite and explode when exposed to powdered copper in oxygen [Mertz, V. et al., Ber., 1880, 13, p. 722]. May react similarly with other powdered metals. Ignites on contact with metal oxides and peroxides (barium peroxide, chromium trioxide, copper oxide, lead dioxide, manganese dioxide, nickel oxide, silver oxide, silver dioxide, thallium trioxide, sodium peroxide, mercury oxide, calcium oxide) [Mellor, 1947, vol. 10, p. 129, 141]. Ignites with silver bromate, lead (II) hypochlorite, copper chromate, nitric acid, lead(IV) oxide and rust. May ignite if passed through rusty iron pipes [Mee, A. J., School Sci. Rev., 1940, 22(85), p. 95]. Reacts exothermically with bases. The heat of the reaction with soda lime, sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, barium hydroxide may lead to ignition or explosion of the unreacted portion in the presence of air / oxygen [Mellor, 1947, vol. 10, p. 140].
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Hydrogen sulfide is a toxic and highly flammable gas that forms explosive mixtures with air at a very wide concentration range.
Health and Safety

The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reported that hydrogen sulfide was one of the primary occupational causes of unexpected death (NIOSH, 1977). Death from hydrogen sulfide usually occurred in relatively confined spaces, where the gas may accumulate to hazardous concentrations. Hydrogen sulfide is a clear, foul smelling gas. Its odor resembles the smell of rotten eggs. Although the smell may be detected as low as 0.5 part per billion, it is not a good warning property because exposure to dangerous concentrations (100 ppm and above) may deaden the sense of smell, causing olfactory fatigue. Hydrogen sulfide is found in certain crude oils ("sour" crude), may be emitted from oil wells, and is generated by decaying organic materials, such as unrefrigerated fish cargo. Hydrogen sulfide is toxic and irritating even at low concentrations, especially to people already suffering from asthma or other respiratory problems. At concentrations of several ppm, hydrogen sulfide may irritate the eyes and respiratory system. At higher concentrations it may cause pulmonary edema. Hydrogen sulfide is a chemical asphyxiant, causing respiratory arrest by affecting the parts of the brain that regulate respiration. Other symptoms of exposure to hydrogen sulfide include headaches, dizziness, staggering gait, diarrhea, fatigue, and insomnia. Hydrogen sulfide is a central nervous system depressant. In addition to its toxic effects, hydrogen sulfide is a flammable gas. When burning it oxidizes to sulfur dioxide, which is also quite toxic.
Exposure Limits

OSHA TWA (8 hours): 10 ppm OSHA STEL (15 minutes): 15 ppm IDLH: 100 ppm ERPGs: ERPG-1: 0.1 ppm, ERPG-2: 30 ppm, ERPG-3: 100ppm The odor detection range for hydrogen sulfide is 0.5 ppb to 0.1 ppm
Personal Protection

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procedures. For concentrations above exposure limits, a full face respirator with positive pressure supplied air or self-contained breathing apparatus should be used. For very high concentrations in confined spaces, monitor for explosive atmospheres. First aid for exposures includes water irrigation of eyes, and support respiration as needed. Any suspected overexposure to hydrogen sulfide should be given medical attention immediately.
Security issues: Perimeter control. Highway, water and air. Crime

scene integrity.
Health & safety issues: Electrocution hazards on rail bridge, fall hazards, drowning, traffic, inhalation, heat stress. Initial survey actions and observations: Level A recommended.

Source sampling, count train personnel for SAR, survey cargo types and quantities, manifests, read rail cars. Setup perimeter. Stop rail and highway traffic and river traffic. Scene stabilization. Secure cars and sources. Reactivity worksheet.
Response needs: Cranes, barges, launch access, specialized

diving teams and equipment. Wildlife protection/rescue. Command Post location. Chemical testing and analysis. Traffic and perimeter patrol. Stop train traffic. Determine need/sources for chemical neutralizers. Containment for cars. New air tanks. Qualified individuals. Notification to NRC, State Warning Point, DOT, trustees and desalination plant at De Soto beach. Air monitoring. Water sample testing. Source sampling. Seafood safety. Further sampling needs: Level A resources/equipment. Expanded air monitoring. Water testing and monitoring. RAR analysis. Source sampling. Seafood safety MALATHION (C10H19O6PS2) CAS number(s): 121-75-5
General Description

UNNA number(s): 3018

Malathion is a yellow to dark brown liquid with a garlic like odor. Its molecular weight is 330 Malathion belongs to the large family or organophosphate insecticides. It is used to control insects in a wide range of crops, including cotton, apples, potatoes, rice and vegetables. Malathion has also been used to control the Mediterranean fruit fly.
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Water Solubility=: 0.02%, but is miscible in ether, acetone, and ethanol, hydrolyzes at pH <5.0 and > 7.0.
Flammability and Reactivity Properties

Not readily flammable Organo thiophosphate. MALATHION is a yellow to brown liquid that solidifies at 2.9° C, moderately toxic. Organic phosphate insecticide, acts as an inhibitor of cholinesterase. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of oxides of sulfur and phosphorus [Lewis, 3rd ed., 1993, p. 789]
Fire Hazard

During fire will produce toxic oxides of sulfur and phosphorus.
Health and Safety:

Malathion is not very toxic to human. The lethal dose in mammals is about 1 g/kg of body weight, and large exposures are required to cause symptoms. Nearly all reported fatalities from malathion have been through ingestion. Inhalation Inhalation of malathion may cause a number of symptoms, including tightness of the chest, wheezing, a bluish discoloration of the skin, small pupils, aching in and behind the eyes, blurring of the vision, tearing, runny nose, headache, and watering of the mouth. Ingestion Ingestion of malathion may cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps and diarrhea. High doses cause respiratory distress and possibly death. Skin and eye irritation After skin absorption, sweating and twitching in the area of absorption may occur, usually within 15 minutes to four hours. Malathion is an eye irritant. TLV: 1 mg/m3 NIOSH: 10 mg/m3 TEELs: TEEL-1: 30 mg/m3, TEEL-2: 250 mg/m3, TEEL-3: 250 mg/m3 Are very similar to ERPGs except theoretically derived
Personal Protection Exposure Guidelines

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When conducting cleanup and recovery operations of malathion spill (and for that matter, any chemical spill), the goal should be to protect the worker to the degree required and justified, without encumbering the workers with levels of protections they do not need. There is a hazard in donning level A or B such as increase risk for heat stress, trip and fall hazard, and injury due to reduced visibility by the workers. The level of protection should be determine based on the nature of the hazardous substance, and the risk of inhalation, eye, and skin contact. On first entry there is justification to donning high level of protection if the environment is unfamiliar. OSHA requires that air samples be taken to justify respiratory selection (29.CFR.1910.134). After air samples were taken and the hazard ascertained, level of protection should be set according to the level of malathion in air. According to NIOSH (http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npg/npgd0375.html) workers may use a chemical cartridge respirator with organic vapor cartridge(s) in combination with a dust, mist, and fume filter when the concentrations of malathion are less than 100 milligrams per meter cube of air. Considering the low vapor pressure of malathion, it is not likely that the concentrations of this chemical in the conditions described should exceed this level. AMMONIUM NITRATE (NH4NO3) CAS number(s): 6484-52-2
General Description

UNNA number(s): 1942

A colorless crystalline solid. Soluble in water. Does not readily burn but will do so if contaminated with combustible material. Accelerates the burning of combustible material. Produces toxic oxides of nitrogen during combustion. Used to make fertilizers and explosives, and as a nutrient in producing antibiotics and yeast.
Physical and Chemical Properties

Density=1.73 pH of 0.1M solution = 5.43
Flammability and Reactivity Properties

Nonflammable in pure form, however becomes explosive by the addition of less than 1% by weight of organic material. Fuel oil is used to combine to make commercial explosive. The hazards of AMMONIUM NITRATE have been well studied because of several extremely severe explosions. Mixtures with alkyl esters may explode, owing to the formation of alkyl nitrates. Mixtures with phosphorus, tin (II) chloride or other reducing agents may react explosively. A mixture with aluminum powder (also zinc, 284

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cadmium, copper, magnesium, lead, cobalt, nickel, bismuth, chromium, and antimony) can be used as an explosive. A number of explosions in which ammonium nitrate and aluminum were mixed with carbon or hydrocarbons, with or without oxidizing agents have occurred. A mixture with acetic acid ignites when warmed, especially if concentrated causes the decomposition of sodium hypochlorite within a few seconds.
Fire Hazard

Dangerous explosion hazard, extremely effective oxidizing agent. HYDROGEN PEROXIDE (H2O2) CAS number(s): 7722-84-1
General Description

UNNA number(s): 2015

A colorless liquid. Vapors may irritate the eyes and mucous membranes. Under prolonged exposure to fire or heat containers may violently rupture due to decomposition. Used to bleach textiles and wood pulp, in chemical manufacturing and food processing.
Flammability and Reactivity Hazard

Nonflammable, however, supports combustion of other materials. HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, STABILIZED, WITH MORE THAN 60% HYDROGEN PEROXIDE is a powerful oxidizing agent. Will react or decompose violently and exothermically with readily oxidizable materials or alkaline substances. May decompose violently in contact with iron, copper, chromium, and most other metals or their salts, which act as catalysts for this reaction, and with ordinary dust (which frequently contain rust, also a catalyst for this reaction). Stabilization operates against such reactions, but does not eliminate their possibility. Contact with combustible materials may result in their spontaneous ignition. Solutions containing over 30% hydrogen peroxide can detonate when mixed with organic solvents (such as acetone, ethanol, glycerol); the violence of the explosion increases with increasing concentration of the hydrogen peroxide. Concentration of solutions of hydrogen peroxide under vacuum led to violent explosions when the concentration was sufficiently high (>90%). Mixtures of aqueous hydrogen peroxide with 1-phenyl-2-methyl propyl alcohol tend to explode if acidified with 70% sulfuric acid. Hydrogen selenide and hydrogen peroxide undergo a very rapid reaction
9420.52 Vulnerability analysis

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Response and cleanup recommendations: Manatee corrals or diversion of animals away from area. Wildlife hazing. Dilution (propwash and water cannons), neutralization of chemicals with lime or other agent. Get permissions and permits to use neutralizers in environment. Removal of bulk chemicals. Booms and curtains (for window dressing). End Points: Cars out of water, chemicals neutralized. Transportation routes opened.
9420.53 Risk assessment

The primary concern is human health hazard and safety both at the derailment site and the surrounding population for potential air hazard. Because there are several chemicals involved, and their nearness to water brings up questions of chemical reactivity. Will the chemicals mentioned react with one another to form hazardous products and do any of the chemicals involved have water reactivity issues? The answers to these questions may alter the way the response proceeds. Since the chemicals are entering the river there is always concerns for contamination of potable water. The pesticide, malathion, poses particular concerns for ecological resources at risk, as do other chemicals involved in the incident. Of the six chemicals involved in this scenario, three (ammonia, chlorine, and hydrogen sulfide) will be air hazards and the other three malathion, ammonium nitrate, and hydrogen peroxide could be mixed together during the derailment incident. Malathion, the organothio phosphate is likely to be oxidized especially in the presence of hydrogen peroxide. Although toxic gases are likely to be produced as a result of this inadvertent mixing of the two chemicals, it is not likely to be of more concern than the release of the gases before mentioned. Sulfur dioxide is one likely product and has levels of concern similar to hydrogen sulfide. Quantities of gas produced would depend on the degree of material that was mixed and the energy of mixing. Most of the malathion spilled into water will hydrolyze and form water soluble products such as alcohols, organic acids, phosphoric acid, thiophosphoric acid and others. The rate of this hydrolysis process is pH dependent, in the presence of either acid or base accelerates the hydrolysis reaction. All products will have a murted pH effect due to buffering capacity of the salt water environment.
9420.54 The Event

On July 17, 2004 at 2200 local time, a train derailment with multiple hazmat cars go over a bridge at Hwy 41 into the Alafia River. The CSX manifest shows that there are several chemical tanker cars involved in the derailment incident. The chemicals include chlorine, ammonium nitrate, anhydrous ammonia, hydrogen sulfide, 286

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malathion, hydrogen peroxide. There are many potential human and environmental impacts to consider during this incident. On-scene Weather: July 17, 2004. Hot humid 2200 hours
9420.6 Biological Agent/Scenario #6 9420.61 Event

A cruise ship has just come into Tampa Port after a week long Caribbean cruise. Two troubling things have happened. One, a package containing a white powder has been found next to a ventilation intake. Two, over the last several days approximately 100 people aboard have begun suffering from cold-like symptoms and fever. These symptoms instead of moderating are increasingly severe and in some cases becoming serious.
9420.62 Hazard Assessment

Probably the most important response issue in the face of an unknown biological incident is to make all proper notifications starting with CDC Centers for Disease Control: 404 498-0120 emergency hotline Other agencies include Florida Department of Health, etc. Biological detection systems that specifically identify an agent are not available at this time, however, screening “white powders” is possible and does provide the response community valuable information. Greater than 80% of “white powder” incidents are inorganic salts and are therefore, of little concern. The screening system that has had a great deal of success is a system produced by 2020 Gene Systems, that identify the white powder as a biological agent or not. If determined to be a biological (a protein material) the substance could be any number of harmless materials such as yeast to harmful agents ranging from ricin to anthrax or various biological disease agents. The findings of the initial screen when related to the CDC and medical community allows the medical community to prepare for a biological emergency before proper sampling and culture can identify the specific agent which may take many hours to complete. The decisions to quarantine, administer anecdotes if available, and other decisions can begin to be made. Advise from the CDC and local health officials may be critical. In this scenario the extent of the possible contamination is limited to possibly all passengers aboard the cruise liner and therefore, somewhat more under control.
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The primary concern is human health hazard associated with the possible intentional introduction of a chemical/biological agent in the ventilation system where hundreds of passengers may be exposed.
9420.7 Radiological Agent/Scenario # 7 9420.71 Event

While conducting a Positive Control boarding on a container vessel at the Fairway anchorage north of buoy #1 outside Egmont Key (1214 miles offshore), radiation pagers go off at Level 9 (highest) at 10 feet from a group of containers on deck. A gamma radiation detector yields levels higher than background. The Captain of the container ship denied any knowledge of radioactive material onboard. Boarding crew notifies the command center. Other notifications include NRC, Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), Customs and Border Protection, Port Authorities, State of Florida, Dept. of Energy, FBI, vessel agent, flag nation. Date, time: April 6, 2004,at 1300 Weather: SW winds at 10 knots. Seas 2-4 feet. 9420.72 Hazard Assessment Reps from FL DOH (office of radiation control), 44th Civil Support Team (national guard from Camp Blanding) would do detailed onboard radiation survey using radio isotope identification detector (RIID) to determine what is on vessel. Potential to have NEST team from Patrick AFB included in survey team. Response needs: Use matrix for nuclear hazards to determine which federal agency is in charge (DOE, DOD) BRAC (Bureau of Radiation Control). Security issues: Quarantine entire vessel and crew. Establish security zone to ensure safety of other vessels. Vessel entry into port restricted. Possibility of port closure. Health & safety issues: Establish 10-foot perimeter around container emitting gamma radiation. Initial survey actions and observations: Radiation detection pagers went off at Level 9 (highest) at 10 feet. Detected gamma radiation. Establish 10-foot perimeter around container. Response needs: Crew is compliant so move vessel out 50 miles with CG escort. Establish UC. Get copies of cargo manifest and stowage plan. Agencies combine knowledge, efforts and resources. Possibly use an explosive sniffing dog. The primary concern is human health exposure to an unknown radiation source. Possible hazard to general population, crew, and responders. Possible disruption of trade due to possible port closure. 288

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9420.73 Risk Assessment Range from none to nuclear explosion. Secure airspace, shipping lanes to ensure 50 mile perimeter. Response and cleanup recommendations: Radiation team boards vessel for analysis and continuous monitoring of radiological substance. Begin to plan for response operations. Establish shielding for crew. Decontamination crew and ship and cargo. Repack cargo as necessary. Bilge water could be tested to determine if it is contaminated. Probably no evacuation, the situation would be kept covert. Neutralize any types of device. DOE and DOH determine repackaging/disposal requirements. End Points: When DOE says it is safe. Use Federal Response Plan matrix to determine who is in charge. U238, U233, U238, Po239 are present in nuclear devices so detectors would be looking for this.

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9430 ACP Distribution List
The ACP and all amendments and changes will be distributed as follows: 1. Commandant (G-MOR) 2. Commander, Seventh Coast Guard District (m) 3. National Strike Force Coordination Center 4. Commander, Gulf Strike Team (GST) 5. Commander, USCG Air Station Clearwater, FL 6. Commander, USCG Sector St Petersburg, FL 7. USCG Station Cortez, FL 8. USCG Station Fort Myers Beach, FL 9. USCG Station San Key, FL 10. USCG Station St Petersburg, FL 11. USCG Station Yankeetown, FL 12. Sector St. Petersburg (all OOD, Operations, XO, CO, Library) 13. Coast Guard Auxiliary Florida West Coast 14. Florida Marine Patrol, District 3 15. Florida Marine Patrol, District 4 16. Florida Marine Patrol, District 5 17. Tampa Port Authority 18. Manatee County Port Authority 19. St Petersburg Port Director 20. Director, Environmental Protection Commission, County of Hillsborough 21. Director, Environmental Protection Commission, County of Pinellas 22. Director, Environmental Protection Commission, County of Manatee 23. Department of Environmental Protection, Office of Coastal Protection 24. DEP Regional Oil Spill Coordinator, SW Florida 25. U.S. EPA Region IV 26. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission 27. Emergency Operations Center, Charlotte County 28. Emergency Operations Center, Citrus County 29. Emergency Operations Center, Collier County 30. Emergency Operations Center, Dixie County 31. Emergency Operations Center, Hernando County 32. Emergency Operations Center, Hillsborough County 33. Emergency Operations Center, Lee County 34. Emergency Operations Center, Levy County 35. Emergency Operations Center, Manatee County 36. Emergency Operations Center, Pasco County 37. Emergency Operations Center, Pinellas County 38. Emergency Operations Center, Sarasota County 39. Emergency Operations Center, Tay County lor 40. National Marine Fisheries, St Petersburg, FL 41. National Weather Service, Ruskin, FL 42. Army Corps of Engineers, Tampa, FL 43. U.S. Geodetic Survey 44. Chairperson, AC Preparedness Subcommittee 45. Chairperson, AC Scientific Support Subcommittee 46. Chairperson, AC Response Subcommittee 47. Department of Energy 48. Department of Justice

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49. Department of Labor, OSHA, Tampa, FL 50. Department of State 51. Department of Transportation 52. Federal Emergency Management Agency(FEMA 53. Florida State Warning Point 54. General Services Administration 55. Hillsborough County Commissioner 56. Pinellas County Commissioner 57. Manatee County Commissioner 58. Local Emergency Planning Council 59. National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), St Petersburg, FL 60. SSC, National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Miami, FL 61. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) 62. Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council 63. A & A Coastal Pollution Cleanup Services, Inc. (BOA Contractor) 64. Cape Canaveral Marine Services (BOA Contractor) 65. Diversified Environmental Services, Inc. (BOA Contractor) 66. Seaspill, Inc. (BOA Contractor) 67. Southern Waste Services, Inc. (BOA Contractor) 68. University of South Florida (HSF) Center for Hydrologic & Aquatic Systems 69. Taylor County Public Library System 70. Pasco County Public Library System 71. Hernando County Public Library Sy stem 72. St Petersburg County Public Library Sy stem 73. Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library Sy stem 74. Charlotte-Glades County Public Library Sy stem 75. Ft My ers-Lee County Public Library Sy stem 76. Collier County Public Library System 77. Bronson Public Library System 78. Citrus County Public Library System 79. Manatee County Public Library System

9440 Spill Funding Procedures
9440.1 Documentation and Cost Recovery Procedures For information concerning documentation and cost recovery procedures, reference the NPFC User Reference Guide. Information can also be obtained on the world wide web at: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/npfc/Publications/index.htm. 9440.11 OSC Access to the Fund For information concerning documentation and cost recovery procedures, reference the NPFC User Reference Guide. Information can also be obtained on the world wide web at: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/npfc/index.htm. 9440.12 State Access to the Fund The State of Florida has designated a state representative from the Office of Coastal Protection, Department of Environmental Protection for State Access to the Oil Spill Liability Trust. To obtain a copy of the State designation letter signed by the Governor, contact the Bureau of

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Emergency Response, which is stated below. A copy of the “Technical Operating Procedures for State Access to the Fund” can be obtained on the world wide web at: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/npfc/index.htm The State of Florida representative address is: Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Emergency Response 3900 Commonwealth Boulevard Mail Station 659 Tallahassee, FL 32399-3000 (850) 488-2974 9440.2 Damage Assessment Procedures For information regarding damage assessment claims and procedures contact NPFC or visit their website at: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/npfc/claims/index.htm. Information on funding trustees on National Resource Damage Assessments NRDA can be obtained at: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/npfc/claims/index.htm. In addition the Florida Statute 376.121 delineates damage assessment procedures for the state of Florida. Florida Statutes can be read at http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/Statutes/search_form.asp . 9440.21 Lead Administrative Trustee Access to the Fund For information concerning Lead Administrative Trustee Access to the Fund, reference the NPFC User Reference Guide.

9500 List of Agreements
The USCG maintains the Marine Safety Manual Volume X which contains all MOUs and MOAs with other government agencies. The website is http://www.uscg.mil/hq/gm/nmc/pubs/msm/vol10.htm.

9510 MOUs
9510.1 MOU BETWEEN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY AND THE UNITED STATES. COAST GUARD Signed 4 January 1982 This MOU between the U.S. Coast Guard and the Environmental Protection Agency is a Letter of Agreement to provide pre-consultation and concurrence for the authorization of limited use of dispersants and other chemicals on oil spills by pre-designation USCG On-Scene Coordinators. 9510.2 MOU BETWEEN CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS AND COMMANDANT, UNITED STATES COAST GUARD. (SUPSALV) There is no longer an MOU kept between the NAVY and USCG. The NCP set guidelines for cooperative assistance between federal agencies, referencing 40 C.F.R. 300.170 and 40 C.F.R. 175 (4)(ii), which states during preparedness planning or in an actual response, various agencies

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maybe called upon in their respective area of expertise. 9510.3 MOU BETWEEN THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY AND THE UNITED STATES COAST GUARD Signed 6 September 1979 This MOU between the U.S. Coast Guard and the Environmental Protection Agency states the agreement between the two services that the responsibility for the mitigation of damage to the public health and welfare caused by the discharge of hazardous substances shall be shared. 9510.4 MOU BETWEEN THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY, UNITED STATES COAST GUARD AND THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION Signed 18 December 1980 This MOU between the U.S. Coast Guard, the Environmental Protection Agency and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Administration provides guidance for the protection of workers who investigate and clean up hazardous waste sites and respond to hazardous substance emergencies. 9510.5 MOU BETWEEN THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AND TRANSPORTATION. Signed 16 August 1971 In order to assure the most efficient use of resources under the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan, the Secretaries of the Department of the Interior and Transportation agree to share responsibilities in reference to Hazardous Substance Release Response.For further information on dispersants use and other Chemical Countermeasures, refer to Appendix 9200 of this Area Contingency Plan. 9510.6 MOU BETWEEN THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY AND THE UNITED STATES COAST GUARD. Signed 01 January 82. The U.S. Coast Guard and the Environmental Protection Agency agree that a mechanism is required to fund to fund USCG costs incurred during Emergency Response to releases, or the threats of releases of hazardous This Memorandum of substances or pollutants or contaminants. Understanding establishes the accounting, contracting, and fund management control policies and procedures for USCG response actions. 9510.7 MOU BETWEEN THE U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE AND THE U.S. COAST GUARD. Signed 24 July 1979 The purpose of this agreement is to specify the conditions and procedures under which the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will provide the U.S. Coast Guard Federal On-Scene Coordinators with appropriate technical expertise as well as services in support of the Federal Government's efforts to control and clean up oil and hazardous chemical discharges. 9510.8 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR THE U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY IN SUPPORT OF THE MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PROGRAM. Signed 23 May 1995. Through mutual involvement and commitment, a Coast Guard objective has

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been set to mobilize the Coast Guard Auxiliary in a dy namic "Team Coast Guard" approach, which actively engages Auxiliarists as "Full Partners" in aggressively promoting marine environmental protection and effectively reducing pollution in our nation's waterway . . 9510.9 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE DIRECTOR OF MILITARY SUPPORT (DOMS) AND THE U.S. COAST GUARD. Signed 12 Aug 1996. This MOU specifies the procedures by which the U.S. Coast Guard can request the U.S. Air Force Reserve to provide aircraft, equipment and personnel for the application of oil dispersants during oil spill cleanup and removal operations and establish interagency cost reimbursement. 9510.10 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE U.S. COAST GUARD AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY. Signed 09 October 1981. The MOU states the agreed upon functions for responses to releases from vessels and facilities. Functions related to immediate removal action concerning releases or threats of releases at facilities other than active or inactive "hazardous waste management facilities".

9600 Conversions 9700 List of Response Resources 9710 Geographic Response Plans
9710.1 Geographical Areas. Along the West Coast of Florida, five geographical area types are routinely encountered during a response. The strategies outlined are recommendations and should not be adhered to in a strict manner because the variables involved in the proper mitigation of a spill are different from case to case. The greatest effect on controlling a spill comes from good decision-making of the person(s) in charge. In the event of a worst-case discharge, quick, decisive actions are the key to a successful response. The five geographical area types in the COTP zone are: 9710.11 Marshes, Tidal Flats and Seagrass Beds. These are high sensitivity areas where cleanup is not generally recommended because heavy equipment and laborers may cause more damage than good. Since a complete cleanup is nearly impossible, the best strategy is to protect the area prior to contamination. Considerations on whether a cleanup should be carried out would depend, in part, upon seasonal variations such as migrating bird patterns. The most effective procedure, if indeed a cleanup is carried out, would be skimmers along the waters edge and the deployment of deflection boom in order to shield the area from any recontamination. Tidal fluctuations are a prime concern. Another is the shallow depth of water making access by water more difficult. Strict avoidance of land contact should

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be made. The area should only be accessed via waterways. Booming or skimming operations would be difficult if not impossible during maximum flood or ebb tide. These areas are home to sea grasses, and numerous fauna, aquatic and fowl. Most often these are the sensitive areas requiring special attention. 9710.12 Sand Beaches. Cleanup along sandy beach depends on the amount and ty of fuel pe involved. If a sandy shoreline has heavy and extensive fuel coverage the use of heavy industrial equipment such as bulldozers or road graders could be utilized (this would be followed by the replacement of the sediment). In the case of minor ecological damage, a manual cleanup maybe performed, if possible, which would eliminate the removal of sediment and the overall effect on the ecological balance of a particular beach. Cleanup efforts must include effective measures to protect nesting sea turtles and shore birds. Different types of cleanup methods may involve rock-washing, use of sorbent equipment, harbor boom for corralling a product against land and vacuum trucks to pick up the product. Given the economic aspects of the tourist trade on the local economy, beach contamination and cleanup is very visible to the public and the press. 9710.13 Bays and Water Inlets. The most effective weapon to combat an inlet-waterway spill is a quick response. The prompt, proper placement of deflection booming or corralling oil in boom for open water pockets can help reduce the spread of a product. Deflection boom should be used to guide the leading edge of a spill into a natural collection point where the product can be skimmed, vacuumed or absorbed with sorbent equipment. 9710.14 Offshore Areas. In-areas offshore, the use of dispersant materials maybe beneficial depending on on-scene weather, product type, quickness of application after spill, proper application and current patterns. The proper use of dispersants (many miles offshore) can minimize shoreline impact. A combination of unmanageable seas and wind conditions could impede the use of other forms of mitigation such as skimmers, booms or sorbents. A spill out at sea may not be as bad as a near shore spill because the effects of nature affect mitigation process as the product can be broken up or dissipate long before it creates a problem along the coastline. Refer to Annex G for more information regarding to dispersant use. 9710.15 Islands. Along the West Coast, there are many barrier islands, which are inhabited by various species of wildlife. An oil spill in these areas could have a devastating impact on the ecological balance of a particular habitat. The use of protective booming placed along the shoreline of islands as well as skimmer usage is the most effective means in reducing the effects of a spill.

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9710.2 Environmental Maps The following environmental maps will aide in responding to a spill or hazardous substance release. They provide data about specific areas and the sensitive characters the area contains, as well as strategies on how to protect resources within the area. The AOR maps in this section contain data sheets, which provide critical data for priority and response activities. Listed resource trustees should be contacted to participate in establishing protection priorities and response activities. Trustees are equipped with updated information on the status of resources, which may not be depicted, on the maps. The Environmental Sensitivity Index (ESI) maps of Tampa Bay is a , planning tool that shall be viewed when determining how to control a spill occurring in Tampa Bay. Information on ESI maps and ordering can be obtained through NOAA on the world wide web at: http://response.restoration.noaa.gov/esi/esiintro.html The State of Florida, Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) along with the Marine Spill Response Corporation jointly sponsored the development of the "Tidal Inlet Protection Strategies for Oil Spill Response" plan. This plan provides detailed information needed to boom all tidal inlets of Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, Lee and Collier counties as well as detailed information needed to support operations on site. It provides inlet summary sheets listing the principal resources at risk and preliminary protection strategy chart pictorials, inlet , sketch maps, site information records and aerial photographs of each inlet in chronological order. The information contained in this augments Tampa’s Area Contingency Plan. Additional information can also be obtained by calling the Research Planning Institute at (803) 256-7322. 9710.3 North Area The COTP St. Petersburg, FL Northern area is comprised of the area starting at the intersection of the Florida coast with longitude 83 50’W (30 00’N 83’ 50’W); thence due south including Taylor, Dixie, Levy, Citrus and Hernando counties and ending the southerly boundary at the intersection of the Florida coast at latitude 28 26’N (Hernando/Pasco County Lines). The western offshore boundary of the St. Petersburg Captain of the Port Zone is a line bearing 199 T from the intersection of the Florida coast at 30 00’N, 083 50’W Longitude to the offshore extent of the EEZ. 9710.4 Central Area The COTP St. Petersburg, FL Central area is comprised of the area starting at the intersection of the Florida coast at latitude280’26’N (Hernando/Pasco County Lines); thence due south including Pasco, Pinellas, Hillsborough and Manatee counties and ending the southerly boundary at the intersection of the Florida coast at latitude 27 23’N (Manatee/Sarasota County Lines). 9710.5 South Area The COTP St. Petersburg, FL Southern area is comprised of the area starting at the intersection of the Florida coast at latitude 270’ 23’N (Manatee/Sarasota County Lines); thence due south including Sarasota,

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Charlotte, Lee and Collier counties and ending the southern boundary at the southern tip of Cape Romano, FL. The eastern offshore boundary is a line bearing 227 T from 26 00’N Latitude 081 30’W Longitude to the offshore extent of the EEZ. 9710.6 Tidal Inlet Protection Strategies Tidal Inlet Protection Strategies for Oil Spill Response provides detailed information on booming strategies for 37 tidal inlets located in Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, Lee and Collier counties. It provides a synopsis of relevant characteristics of the tidal inlets as well as a discussion of potential protection strategies for each inlet. It also provides detailed logistics information needed to support these operations on site. This mapping document was made part of the Tampa Area Contingency Plan at the request of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The document was prepared by Research Planning Inc. in 1995 and is based on research supported by Marine Spill Response Corporation and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. This information provided is for guidance only; each strategy will vary due to time and location specific external factors.

9720 Sensitive Area Information
The Captain of the Port St. Petersburg Zone contains Florida’s largest open water estuary, Tampa Bay. The waters along the Gulf Coast of Florida are abundant with both animal and plant life. Some type of organism utilizes every niche from mudflats to mangroves and from narrow creeks to clear offshore waters. Winds, currents and gravity cause spills to spread out and drift, which will ultimately impact plants and animals. Effective response planning involves identifying the sensitivity of each habitat within the COTP zone and setting priorities as to which areas should be protected first. Protection priority criteria for the Sector St. Petersburg zone is the following: High: Protection of sensitive areas and public health. 1. Exposed tidal Flats, shallow sea grasses (<l meter), and oyster beds 2. Fringe mangrove forests 3. Public drinking water intakes 4. Industrial water supplies potentially impacting public needs and/or safety 5. Endangered or threatened species and their habitats 6. Seasonal breeding, spawning, foraging, nesting and migratory resting areas 7. Mangroves (large area/extensive forests) and salt marshes 8. National Parks, Monuments, Seashores and Estuarine Reserves 9. State and County Parks and aquatic preserves 10. National and State wildlife refuges Medium: Sheltered rocky shores and seawalls w/rip rap. 1. All other beaches Low: Public parks & recreation areas without sensitive

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shorelines or water intakes. 1. Seawalls without rip rap 2. Tourist/recreation areas / no water intakes 3. Industrial facilities 4. Industrial water supply not impacting public needs and/or safety 5. Other developed land 9720.1 Archaeological and Tribal Use Areas Archaeological sites and tribal use areas are plentiful within the Sector St. Petersburg AOR. These areas are considered level (A) for protection and must be quickly evacuated for determination of protection strategies. This information is readily available from the FDEP office in Tampa at (813) 272-2456. 9720.2 Sensitive Habitats & Species 9720.21 Marine Turtle (Endangered/Threatened) Marine turtle nesting occurs from May to August. Oil on the beach and in the surf zone threatens newly hatched turtles, which are extremely vulnerable during this time. Nests can be removed from an impacted area but this must be done within two days of lying or the nest will be to far along in development to safely move. Green turtles eat sea grass and are especially vulnerable if the oil contaminates the sea grass bed where they feed. All marine turtles are either endangered or threatened. 9720.22 Manatees (Endangered Species) Manatees grow to an average of 10 feet and weigh as much as 3,000 pounds. They feed entirely on aquatic plants. During an oil spill, care should be taken when deploying and maintaining boom from boats so propellers do not injure manatees. Directing an oil spill away from sea grass beds and other aquatic plants can best protect manatees. 9720.23 Mangroves/Salt Marsh Mangroves provide food and shelter for numerous fish and shellfish. Mangroves and salt marshes are vital to the ecology of estuaries. They provide sheltered nurseries for almost every species of commercial fish and shellfish. Larva and juvenile fish find excellent protection among the twisted roots and leaf debris. Mangroves also provide critical habitat for various species of birds (nesting and roosting). When petroleum products or crude oil impacts a mangrove population and becomes stranded at low tide, the oil will migrate down into the root system and kill the tree. Once in the substrate, the oil can remain for many years because sunlight and oxygen are needed for it to be broken down naturally. Protective booming should be used to direct the oil away from mangroves and salt marshes. 9720.24 Seabirds

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Seabirds are an important component of the rich diversity of animal life within the Sector St. Petersburg zone. They often breed in large colonies. Wading, shore and diving birds are extremely vulnerable in the event of a spill. Effort to save the birds should be made during a spill. Air cannons can be used to scare the birds away from an oil slick. Cleaning stations can be set up to clean and medicate oil-covered birds. Low flying aircraft (i.e. news coverage) must be kept at a distance to prevent nesting birds from staying off of their nests. All protection and cleanup activities concerning seabirds and other wildlife must be coordinated through the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FFWCC), which can be contacted at (904) 488-1960. Response personnel on land should also be made aware of the nesting situation and what to watch for by contacting the FFWC, onscene coordinator directly, or indirectly via the Scientific Support Coordinator. 9720.25 Sea Grass Beds Sea grass beds in the Tampa Bay and Fort Myers area are dominated by turtle grass, manatee grass and shoal grass. Rich pastures of sea grass can be found in the Terra Ceia aquatic preserve and around Mullet Key. Sea grass is vital to the ecology of Tampa Bay. It provides shelter and nursery areas to a diversity of marine organisms including the manatee and green sea turtle. Sea grass beds tend to trap oil, which can then remain in the system for many years. The toxic effects of spilled oil on sea grass are easily transferred to manatees or sea turtles upon ingestion. Especially vulnerable are those sea grass, which are tidal or <1 meter in depth. 9720.26 Tidal Flats Tidal Flats may appear as desolate stretches of mud during low tide, but they in fact support a thriving community of organisms including crabs, clams, and oysters. Tidal Flats are sensitive to oil spills because oil stranded on the mud flats during low tide migrates down into the substrate and is difficult to remove. Cleanup operations are not recommended because they can cause more damage than the oil. 9720.27 Sandy Beaches Sandy beaches account for a substantial portion of the marine habitat. Periodic storms change the slope of the beach face and alter the beach face. Beach slopes differ in our AOR. Exposed sandy beaches contain well sorted, fine to coarse sand and contain simple biological communities which support shorebird resting, feeding habitats and turtle nesting. Sheltered sandy beaches are composed of poorly sorted fine sand or mud near the low-tide zone and medium or course sands on the upper beaches. These sheltered beaches support a moderately rich biological community This type of beach . supports seabird and shorebird resting habitats and turtle nesting. The Florida beaches are of prime interest to the Florida resident and the tourist trade. On the West Coast of Florida the water depth is very shallow. The preferred protection method for sandy beaches are booms used offshore to prevent oil from entering beach

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areas. Dispersants used offshore, when approved, is a highly effective means to prevent oil contamination from reaching beaches and sensitive back- shore areas. 9720.28 Birds Information on migrating seasons and nesting habits can be obtained by contacting Florida Game and Fish Commission at (904) 488-1960. Wading Birds Waterfowl Great Blue *Little Blue Heron (ssc) Hooded Merganser Black-Crowned Night Northern Shovler Diving Birds GlossyThis *Reddish Egret (ssc) White Pelican

Heron Lesser Scaup *SnowyEgret (ssc) Blue-Winged Teal FL. clapper rail Double-Crested Cormorant *Brown Pelican (ssc) *White Ibis(ssc) *Tricolored LA Heron (ssc)

Pintail Lesser Scaup Red-breasted Merganser Yellow-Crowned Night Heron *Wood Stork Anhinga Cattle Egret *Roseate Spoonbill (ssc)

Raptors *Southern Bald Eagle Shore Birds Osprey*Snowy lover P *American Oystercatcher (ssc) SE American Kestral *Peregrine Falcon Wilson’s Plover Cooper’s Hawk

Merlin *Piping Plover American Avocet

Sea Birds Shearwater Petrel Jaeger Boobie Common Loon Other Birds Mangrove Cuckoo Scott’s Seaside Sparrow (ssc) Least Bittern

Gannet Laughing Gull *Black Skimmer *Least Tern Caspian Tern *Florida Burrowing Owl (SSC) *Red-cockaded Woodpecker Southern HairyWoodpecker Killdeer

Royal Tern SootyTern Sandwich Tern *Roseate Tern Magnificent Frigate bird *Scrub Jay* Black-Whiskered Vireo Northern Harrier

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Aquatic Wildlife Information on nesting habits can be obtained by contacting Florida Game and Fish Commission at (904) 488-1960.

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Bluefish Seatrout Southern Flounder Black Drum SpinyLobster

Eastern Oyster Red Drum Squid Snook SpinyLobster Spanish Mackeral Mojarra White Shrimp Blue Crab

Spotted Seatrout Pompano Brown Shrimp Mullet SpinyLobster Spanish Sardine

Shellfish Pink Shrimp SpinyLobster

Rock Shrimp Stone Crab

Reptiles - Marine Mammals *American Crocodile Dolphins *Atlantic Hawksbill Turtle *Atlantic RiddleyTurtle *West Indian Manatee River Otter *Atlantic Loggerhead Turtle *FL Mouse *Atlantic Green Turtle Gulf Saltmarsh Mink *American Alligator *Duke’s Saltmarsh Vole Gulf Salt Marsh *Gopher Tortoise (ssc) *Eastern Indigo Snake Florida Mud Turtle Bluestriped Mud Snake Cedar KeyMole Skink Diamondback Terrapin Loggerhead Shrike Worm-Eating Warbler Lousiana Water Thrush American Redstart Mammals Bobcat *Florida Panther

*Denotes endangered/threatened species/species of special concern (ssc)

9730 Chemical Countermeasures
RRT IV has developed a Selection Guide to be a source of “best available” information and guidance to responders for the timely evaluation of nonconventional or “applied” and infrequently-used technologies, i.e chemical and biological products and response strategies, for a wide range of oil spill conditions and circumstances. The Selection Guide contains information on 12 types of products and 5 types of strategies contained in separate volumes. The first volume is found at: http://www.epa.gov Volume I includes decision-making information, which includes information to conduct proactive evaluations by response decision-makers of a preliminary technology category individual product, or technology during planning or incident , specific use. This information has been designed to be applicable nationwide. The second volume is found at: http://www.epa.gov Volume II contains guidance procedures to implement and monitor their use, as well as document lessons learned. Much of the information in Volume II is regionspecific. 9730.1 Dispersants

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The USCG, EPA, DOI, DOC, and the coastal states of RRT IV have adopted the use of dispersants as an approved tool to respond to spilled or discharged oil on ocean and coastal waters within the jurisdiction of RRT IV. The RRT has developed a guide/job aid, which includes a comprehensive review of all countermeasures, alternate sorbants, bioremediation, dispersants, elasticity modifiers and insitu burns. Information can be obtained by visiting their website at http://www.nrt.org. In general pre-authorization exists 3 miles seaward of any land providing that the water depth is at least 10 meters deep. Three zones have been established to delineate locations and conditions under which dispersant application operations may take place in waters of federal Region IV. They are: Green Zone. (Pre-authorization for dispersant application) The Green zone is defined as any offshore water within federal Region IV in which ALL of the following three conditions apply: a. the waters are not classified within a "Yellow" or "Red" zone; b. the waters are at least three miles seaward of any shoreline; c. the waters are at least 10 meters in depth YellowZone. (Waters Requiring Case-by-Case Approval) The Yellow zone is defined as any waters within federal Region IV which have not been designated as a "Red" zone, and in which ANY of the following conditions apply: a. the waters jurisdiction; fall under State, or special federal management

b. the waters are within three miles of a shoreline, and/or falling under state jurisdiction c. the waters are less than 10 meters in depth d. the waters are n mangrove or coastal wetland ecosystems, or directly over living coral communities which are in less than 10 meters of water. Red Zone. (Exclusion Zone) The Red zone is that area, or areas, designated by the Region IV Response Team in which dispersant use is prohibited. No dispersant application operations will be conducted at any time in the Red zone unless: a. dispersant application is necessary to prevent or mitigate a risk to human health and safety; b. an emergency modification of the Region IV Response Team dispersants agreement is made on an incident-specific basis Note - The Region IV Response Team has not currently designated any areas as Red zones, but retains the right to include areas for exclusion in the future. 9730.2 In-Situ Burning See Section 1650 for more information.

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9730.3 Bioremediation The bioremediation plan for RRT IV maybe found at: http://www.nrt.org/Production/NRT/RRTHome.nsf/AllPages/rrt_ivrcp.htm?OpenDocument

9740 Incident Management Handbook (IMH)
The Incident Management Handbook is intended to be a guidance document in forming a response management system for oil spills. This system is adopted from the NIMS Incident Command System which is the predominant public domain response management system in use nationwide. This system is consistent with the NCP. Incident Management Handbook 2001 maybe found at: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-m/mor/page2index.htm

9750 ICS Form Database
The NOAA database provides up to date ICS forms for oil spills. This is an interactive database which allows for data entry. The web site can be found at: http://response.restoration.noaa.gov/oilaids/ICS/intro.html

9760 NCP Product List
EPA maintains a schedule of dispersants and other chemical or bioremediation products that maybe authorized for use on oil discharges in accordance with procedures set forth in 33 C.F.R. Part 300.910. This schedule, called the NCP Product Schedule, maybe obtained from the Emergency Response Division (5202-G), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 401 M Street, SW., Washington, DC 20460. The telephone number is (202) 260-2342. It may also be found at: http://www.epa.gov/.

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Acronyms
ACRONYM AC ACP AIRSTA AOR ART BNTM CCC CCC/BCDC CERCLA CFR CG OWOCRS CMC COTP CSP DEFINITION Area Committee Area Contingency Plan Coast Guard Air Station Area of Responsibility Alternative Response Technologies Broadcast Notice to Mariners California Conservation Corps California Coastal Commission/San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission Joint Oil Spill Program Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act of 1980 Code of Federal Regulations Coast Guard Open Water Oil Containment and Recovery System Center for Marine Conservation Captain of the Port California State Parks

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ACRONYM DFG DOI DRAT DRG EEZ EMT EOC EPA FOG FOSC FOSO FRP FWPCA GIS HASP HAZWOPER HBRC HHS IAP IBRRC IC ICP ICS IO JIC LGR LO

DEFINITION California Department of Fish and Game Department of the Interior District Response Advisory Team District Response Group Exclusive Economic Zone Emergency Medical Technician Emergency Operations Center Environmental Protection Agency Field Operations Guide Federal On-Scene Coordinator Friends of the Sea Otter Facility Response Plan Federal Water Pollution Control Act Geographic Information System Health and Safety Plan Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Humboldt Bay Response Corporation Health and Human Services Incident Action Plan International Bird Rescue and Research Center Incident Commander Incident Command Post Incident Command System Information Officer Joint Information Center Local Government Representative Liaison Officer

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ACRONYM MAC MACS MBARI MEXUSPAC MMC MMS MOA MOU NCP NIIMS NOAA NRDA NRT OPA 90 OPS OSC OSHA OSPR POLREP QI RP RRT SA SLC SO SONS State IC

DEFINITION Multi-Agency Coordination Unit Multi-Agency Coordination Sy stem Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute U. S./Mexico Pacific Coast Joint Response Team Marine Mammal Center Minerals Management Service Memorandum of Agreement Memorandum of Understanding National Contingency Plan National Interagency Incident Management Sy stem National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Natural Resource Damage Assessment National Response Team Oil Pollution Act of 1990 Office of Pipeline Safety On Scene Coordinator Occupational Safety and Health Administration Office of Oil Spill Prevention Pollution Report Qualified Individual Responsible Party Regional Response Team Health and Safety Officer State Lands Commission Safety Officer Spill of National Significance State Incident Commander

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ACRONYM TFR UC USC VRP WMS

DEFINITION Temporary Flight Restrictions Unified Command United States Code Vessel Response Plan Waste Management Specialist

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Glossary
TERM/ACRONYM Agency Representative DEFINITION Individual assigned to an incident from an assisting or cooperating agency who has been delegated full authority to make decisions on all matters affecting their agency’s participation at the incident. Agency Representatives report to the Liaison Officer The person primarily responsible for preparing and implementing the air operations portion of the Incident Action Plan. Also responsible for providing logistical support to helicopters operating on the incident. Resources dispatched to an incident Response methods or techniques other than mechanical containment or recovery. ART may include use of chemical dispersants, in-situ burning, bioremediation, or other alternatives. Application of ART must be authorized and directed by the OSC Resources checked-in and assigned work tasks on the incident Tasks given to resources to perform within a given operational period, based upon tactical objectives in the Incident Action Plan Title for subordinates of the Command Staff positions. The title indicates a level of technical capability, qualifications, and responsibility subordinate to the primary positions. Assistants may also be used to supervise unit activities at camps An agency directly contributing tactical or service resources to another agency Incident-based resources which are immediately available for assignment That location at which the primary logistics functions are coordinated and administered. (Incident name or other designator will be added to the term “Base”) The Incident Command Post may be collocated with the base. There is only one base per incident Micro-biological cultures, enzymes, or nutrient additives that are deliberately introduced into an oil discharge for the specific purpose of encouraging bio-degradation to mitigate the effects of a discharge That organizational level having functional/geographic responsibility for major incident operations. The Branch level is organizationally between Section and Division/Group in the Operations Section, and between Section and Units in the Logistics Section. Those additives that through physical or chemical means, improve the combustibility of the materials to which they are applied A pre-determined complement of tools, equipment and/or supplies stored in a designated location, and available for incident use A geographical site, within the general incident area, separate from the base, equipped and staffed to provide sleeping areas, food, water, and sanitary services to incident personnel The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act of 1980 as amended by the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986

Air Operations Branch Director Allocated Resources Alternative Response Technologies (ART)

Assigned Resources Assignments Assistant

Assisting Agency Available Resources Base

Biological Additives

Branch

Burning Agents Cache Camp

CERCLA

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TERM/ACRONYM Check-In

DEFINITION The process whereby resources first report to an incident. Check-in locations include: Incident Command Post (Resources Unit), Incident Base, Camps, Staging Areas, Helibases, Helispots, and Division Supervisors (for direct line assignments). Those elements, compounds, or mixtures that coagulate, disperse, dissolve, emulsify, foam, neutralize, precipitate, reduce, solubize, oxidize, concentrate, congeal, entrap, fix, make the pollutant mass more rigid or viscous, or otherwise facilitate the mitigation of deleterious effects or the removal of the pollutant from the water The ICS title for individuals responsible for command of functional sections: Operations, Planning, Logistics and Finance A request, made in writing for a sum certain, for compensation for damages or removal costs resulting from an incident The use of plain English in radio communications transmissions. No Ten Codes, or agency specific codes are used when using Clear Text The waters of the coastal zone except for the Great Lakes and specified ports and harbors on inland rivers. Used for classifying the size of discharges. Mean all United States waters subject to the tide, United States waters of the Great Lakes, specified ports and harbors on inland rivers, waters of the contiguous zone, other waters of the high seas subject to the NCP, and the land surface or land substrata, ground waters, and ambient air proximal to those waters. The term coastal zone delineates an area of federal responsibility for response action. Precise boundaries are determined by EPA/Coast Guard agreements and identified in federal regional contingency plans. The act of directing, ordering and/or controlling resources by virtue of explicit legal, agency, or delegated authority. May also refer to the Incident Commander/Unified Command See Incident Command Post The Command Staff consists of the Information Officer, Safety Officer, and Liaison Officer, who report directly to the Incident Commander. They may have an assistant or assistants, as needed. A vehicle (trailer or mobile van) used to provide the major part of an incident Communication Center The zone established by the United States under Article 24 of the Convention of the Territorial Sea and Contiguous Zone. It is the zone contiguous to the territorial sea which extends nine miles seaward from the territorial sea. An agency supplying assistance other than direct tactical or support functions or resources to the incident control effort (e.g., Red Cross, telephone company, etc) Functional unit within the Finance Section responsible for tracking costs, analyzing cost data, making cost estimates, and recommending cost-saving measures

Chemical Agents

Chief Claim Clear Text Coastal Waters

Coastal Zone

Command

Command Post Command Staff

Communications Unit Contiguous Zone

Cooperating Agency

Cost Unit

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TERM/ACRONYM Demobilization Unit

DEFINITION Functional unit within the Planning Section responsible for assuring orderly, safe and efficient demobilization of incident resources A fully qualified individual who, in the absence of a superior, could be delegated the authority to manage a functional operation or perform a specific task. In some cases, a Deputy could act as relief for a superior and therefore must be fully qualified in the position. Deputies can be assigned to the Incident Commander, General Staff, and Branch Directors. The ICS title for individuals responsible for supervision of a Any emission (other than natural seepage), intentional or unintentional, and includes, but is not limited to spilling, leaking, pumping, pouring, emitting, emptying, or dumping. The implementation of a command decision to move resources from one place to another Chemical agents that emulsify, disperse, or solubize oil into the water column or promote the surface spreading of oil slicks to facilitate dispersal of the oil into the water column. A facility from which resources are directly assigned to an incident. Division That organization level having responsibility for operation within a defined geographic area or with functional responsibility. The Division level is organizationally between the Task Force/Team and the Branch. (See also “Group”) Functional unit within the Planning Section responsible for collecting, recording and safeguarding all documents relevant to the incident. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) A pre-designated facility established by an agency or jurisdiction to coordinate the overall agency or jurisdictional response and support to an emergency.

Deputy

Director Branch. Discharge

Dispatch Dispersants

Dispatch Center

Documentation Unit

Emergency Operations Center (EOC)

Exclusive Economic Zone The navigable waters, waters of the contiguous zone, and the ocean waters which the natural resources are under the exclusive management of the U. S. under the Magnuson Fishery Conservation and Management Act. Also includes surface water, ground water, drinking water supply, land surface and subsurface strata, or ambient air.

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