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GLNG

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE PLAN

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C 8 Sept 2010 Issue for Review Plan C DB CK JM BT/AP

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2010Issue for Review Plan C DB CK JM BT/AP

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2010Issue for Review DB CK JM BT/AP

REV DATE REASON FOR REVISION BY CK’D PM Client

BECHTEL

OG&C INC.JOB NO. 25501

DOCUMENT NO. REVISION

100-G01-GHX-00004 C

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND

RESPONSE PLAN

GLNG Doc No. 3310-BTH-3-3.3-6804


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Gladstone LNG Project Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan

Bechtel Confidential © Copyright Bechtel Oil Gas & Chemicals 2010. All rights reserved. 2

Table of Contents

1.0 PURPOSE.........................................................................................................................................................5

2.0 OBJECTIVES..................................................................................................................................................5

3.0 SCOPE..............................................................................................................................................................5

4.0 POTENTIAL EMERGENCY EVENTS........................................................................................................6

5.0 DESIGNATED EMERGENCY PERSONNEL ............................................................................................7

6.0 RESPONSIBILITIES......................................................................................................................................9

6.1 Emergency Response Coordinator (ERC) .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ...9 6.2 Emergency Operations Officer (EOO) ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... ....10 6.3 Log Keeper ............. ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ...11 6.4 On-Scene Commander (OSC)..................................................................................................................11 6.5 Field Response Team (FRT) .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... .11

6.6 Wardens...................................................................................................................................................12 6.7 Security Officer ........................................................................................................................................12 6.8 Evacuation Management Group (EMG)........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ...12 6.9 Employees, Subcontractors, Visitors ................ ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ...12 6.10 First Aiders .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ......13 6.11 Supervisors ..............................................................................................................................................13 6.12 Project Medical Services Provider .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... .13 6.13 External Emergency Response Personnel................ ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ......13

7.0 GENERAL PROCEDURES .........................................................................................................................14

7.1 COORDINATION AND CONTROL ..........................................................................................................14

7.2 COMMUNICATIONS ..................................................................................................................................14 7.3 EMERGENCY RESPONSE DUTY CARDS..............................................................................................15

7.4 EMERGENCY RESPONSE EXERCISES .................................................................................................15

7.5 EMERGENCY DESKTOP EXERCISES ...................................................................................................16

7.6 INCIDENT CLASSIFICATION AND REPORTING ...............................................................................16

8.0 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT................................................................................................................18

8.1 EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTRE (EOC)......................................................................................18

9.0 EVACUATION..............................................................................................................................................19

9.1 EMERGENCY EVACUATION MUSTER AREAS ..................................................................................19 9.2 SITE EVACUATION....................................................................................................................................19

9.3 CURTIS ISLAND EVACUATION..............................................................................................................19

9.4 STORM AND CYCLONE PREPARATION FOR MARINE VESSELS.......................................................20

9.4.1 Cyclone Procedures.............................................................................................................................21 9.4.2 Cyclone Watch.....................................................................................................................................22 9.4.3 Cyclone Warning .................................................................................................................................22


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9.4.4 Port Closure.......... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... .23 9.4.5 Reopening of the Port .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ......23 9.4.6 Small Vessel Cyclone Procedures........................................................................................................23 9.4.7 Tidal Information.................................................................................................................................24 9.4.8 Tide Boards/Gauges ............................................................................................................................24

9.5 REGISTRATION AND MISSING PERSONS...........................................................................................26 9.6 EMERGENCY RESPONSE - GENERAL..................................................................................................26

9.7 ONSHORE RESPONSE ...............................................................................................................................29

9.8 OFFSHORE RESPONSE .............................................................................................................................30

9.8.1 Barge/Jack Up Barge Specific Actions ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... .31

9.9 EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS AND RENDEZVOUS POINTS .................................................31

9.9.1 Pioneer MOF Rendezvous Point...... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... ....32 9.9.2 Curtis Island Pioneer Helipad Rendezvous Point...............................................................................32 9.9.3 Gladstone Marina Rendezvous Point..................................................................................................35

9.9.4 Alternative Rendezvous Point .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... ....36 9.9.5 Port Central (Auckland Point) Landing Place...... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... ....37 9.9.6 Locations of Landing Places and Gladstone Hospital and Ambulance Station.......... ........... .......... ...38 9.9.7 QFRS (QLD Fire and Rescue Service) Response)...............................................................................39

10.0 EMERGENCY ALARMS.............................................................................................................................39

10.1 ALARM ASSOCIATED WITH EMERGENCY AT NEIGHBOURING PLANT..................................40

10.2 ALL CLEAR SIGNAL..................................................................................................................................40

11.0 DEBRIEF .......................................................................................................................................................40

12.0 EDUCATION AND TRAINING..................................................................................................................41

12.1 SITE ORIENTATION ..................................................................................................................................41

13.0 MEDIA COMMUNICATION......................................................................................................................42

14.0 HOME OFFICE ............................................................................................................................................42

15.0 EMERGENCY FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT....................................................................................43

15.1 MAIN GATE ENTRANCE SECURITY GUARDHOUSE........................................................................43

15.2 EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTRE (EOC) ON CURTIS ISLAND...............................................43

15.3 GLADSTONE TOWN OFFICE...................................................................................................................44

15.4 CURTIS ISLAND MEDICAL CENTRE ....................................................................................................44

16.0 TRACKING OF PERSONNEL TRAVELLING TO AND ENTERING THE PROJECT SITE ..........45

17.0 EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACTIONS......................................................................................................45

ATTACHMENT 1.0 – I NJURED PERSON ......................................................................................................................47 ATTACHMENT 2.0 – FATALITY .................................................................................................................................48 ATTACHMENT 3.0 – EVACUATION .............................................................................................................................49 ATTACHMENT 4.0 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION ................................................................................................................50 ATTACHMENT 5.0 – BOMB THREAT...........................................................................................................................51


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ATTACHMENT 6.0 – BUSHFIRE .................................................................................................................................52 ATTACHMENT 7.0 – CRIMINAL ACT ..........................................................................................................................53 ATTACHMENT 8.0 – VEHICLE ACCIDENT...................................................................................................................54 ATTACHMENT 9.0 – SEVERE WEATHER ....................................................................................................................55 ATTACHMENT 10 0 – CYCLONE ALERT .....................................................................................................................56 ATTACHMENT 11.0 – URGENT MEDICAL TRANSFER ................................................................................................57 ATTACHMENT 12.0 – MAJOR SPILL OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE – O N LAND...........................................................58 ATTACHMENT 13.0 – MAJOR SPILL OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE – O N WATER .......................................................59 ATTACHMENT 14.0 – U NCONTROLLED GAS R ELEASE ..............................................................................................60 ATTACHMENT 15.0 – EQUIPMENT CONTACT WITH HIGH VOLTAGE EQUIPMENT OR POWERLINES ............................61 ATTACHMENT 16.0 – TYRE FIRE/EXPLOSION ...........................................................................................................62 ATTACHMENT 17.0 – DAMAGE TO U NDERGROUND SERVICES..................................................................................63 ATTACHMENT 18.0 – R ESCUE FROM HEIGHT............................................................................................................64 ATTACHMENT 19.0 – R ESCUE FROM CONFINED SPACE .............................................................................................65 ATTACHMENT 20.0 – CAPSIZE OR SINKING OF VESSEL .............................................................................................66 ATTACHMENT 21.0 – PERSON OVERBOARD ..............................................................................................................67 ATTACHMENT 22.0 – EARTHQUAKE EMERGENCY .....................................................................................................68

ATTACHMENT 23.0 – TSUNAMI EMERGENCY ............................................................................................................69 ATTACHMENT 24.0 – OFFSITE EMERGENCY – MUTUAL AID .....................................................................................70 ATTACHMENT 25.0 – PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESS .....................................................................................................71

APPENDICES............................................................................................................................................................72

APPENDIX A – EMERGENCY COORDINATOR’S CHECKLIST...................................................................72

APPENDIX B – EMERGENCY LOG.....................................................................................................................73

APPENDIX C – EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION...........................................................................74

APPENDIX D – REPORTING AND EMERGENCY............................................................................................79

APPENDIX E - BOMB THREAT FORM...............................................................................................................80

APPENDIX F – SUSPICIOUS PARCELS..............................................................................................................81

APPENDIX G – CYCLONE RESPONSE GUIDE.................................................................................................82

APPENDIX H – PANDEMIC OVERVIEW GUIDE.............................................................................................88

APPENDIX I – DUTY CARDS................................................................................................................................93

APPENDIX J – HELICOPTER SUPPORT GUIDELINES................................................................................108


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1.0 Purpose

This ‘Plan’, known as the ‘Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan” (EPRP)establishes a process which provides a controlled and coordinated response toemergencies for work conducted on or for construction and start-up of the GLNG Projectfacility.

The purpose of this Plan is to:

• To protect the health, safety and welfare of Project employees, subcontractors andvisitors; and

• To protect the surrounding community and the environment.

The Project’s Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management Plan and theConstruction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) further support this document.

Bechtel Core Process 203 - Emergency Preparedness provides a basis for emergencypreparedness and response.

2.0 ObjectivesThe objectives of the ERP are:

• Outline processes and procedures for personnel to follow in the event of anemergency, including site, marine and/or home office emergencies

• Identify types of emergencies that may require assistance

• Outline roles and responsibilities of key personnel in the event of an emergency

• Identify emergency communication protocols and phone numbers

• Identify evacuation processes

• Outline training and evacuation response exercises

• Provide communication flowcharts (see Attachments) detailing actions to be takenfor various emergency situations

These actions, when followed, will substantially reduce the effect of potentiallydangerous situations on personnel, property and the environment.

3.0 Scope

This Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan covers Gladstone MainlandFacilities, Curtis Island and Marine Facilities during construction and start-up. SeparateEmergency Response Plans for Home Offices (i.e., Houston, Gladstone, Brisbane and

other locations), are addressed in separate emergency response plans specific to thoselocations.

This Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan will be updated, if necessary, prior tomobilization to address any identified changes. Copies of this Plan will be formallyissued to GLNG and disseminated to all relevant Bechtel and subcontractor personnelas required.


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A separate Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan will be developed for theModule Yard operation in Batangas in the Philippines, prior to the commencement ofwork activities.

Additionally, Bechtel shall also acknowledge other sources of emergency resourcesexisting at neighbouring facilities adjacent to the GLNG construction site.

4.0 Potential Emergency Events

Emergencies, which have the potential to arise during the course of the GLNG project,are as follows:

1. Injured Person (Including allergic reactions to insect and animal bites)

2. Fatality

3. Evacuation

4. Fire and Explosion

5. Bomb Threat

6. Bushfire

7. Criminal Act8. Vehicle Accident

9. Severe Weather

10. Cyclone

11. Urgent Medical Transfer

12. Major Spill of Hazardous Substance on Land

13. Major Spill of Hazardous Substance on Water

14. Gas Leak

15. Contact with High Voltage Equipment

16. Tyre Fire/Explosion

17. Damage to Underground Services

18. Rescue from Height

19. Rescue from Confined Space

20. Capsize or Sinking of Vessel

21. Person Overboard

22. Earthquake

23. Tsunami

24. Offsite Emergency

25. Pandemic


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5.0 Designated Emergency PersonnelIn the event of an emergency, the roles of specific project personnel will expand toinclude new tasks and responsibilities. Figure 1 below, lists the designees and theiralternate coverage and an overview of their duties. Figure 2 illustrates theorganisational structure of these roles during an emergency.

Figure 1 – Positions and Duties

Primary: Site Manager (ConstructionIncidents)

Start-up Manager (ProcessIncidents)

Alternate: Deputy Site Manager / DeputyStart-up Manager

Emergency ResponseCoordinator (ERC)

Duties: See Duty Card Appendix I

Primary:Project HSE Manager

Alternate: Deputy Site HSE Manager

Emergency OperationsOfficer (EOO)


Primary: Field Superintendent

Alternate: Alternate Field Superintendent

On-Scene Commander(OSC)


Construction: Designated site personnel

(generally volunteers)

Operations: GLNG Operators

Field Response Team (FRT)


Primary: Nominated and trained siteemployees

Alternate: As per delegation for eachappointed person

Muster Point Warden

Duties: Attend Muster Point and accountfor and direct personnel to area ofsafety as required bycircumstances

Primary: Lead HSE Admin Assistant

Alternate: HSE Admin Assistant

Log Keeper


Supervisors Duties: Support emergency response teammembers in their crew by releasingthem for training, turnout, and


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incident debriefing as required.Raise concerns regarding demandson ERT member’s time with theERC in the first instance

Site Personnel Duties: Participate in emergency exerciseswhere required. In the event of anemergency, make work area safe,

report to muster point, register withmuster checker, and wait forinstructions.

Subcontractor Medical Team Duties: As per medical protocolsestablished for project

Participants: Project Designated SeniorManagers led by Senior ProjectManager

Evacuation ManagementGroup (EMG)

Duties: To determine the need, timing andprocess of evacuation of personnelto an off-site location in the event ofa Major Emergency


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Figure 1 – Emergency Personnel Roles and Reporting

6.0 Responsibilities

Additional responsibilities for emergency response personnel are listed below:

6.1 Emergency Response Coordinator (ERC)

The ERC is responsible for overseeing the implementation of planning and response toemergencies or other threats to life and property on the Project. Other responsibilitiesinclude:

• Providing sufficient resources, trained personnel and facilities to prepare for andaddress emergency requirements, should they arise

• Reviewing the Project’s EPRP for adequacy and functionality

• Directing and coordinating personnel/operations from the Emergency OperationsCentre (EOC) as Required

• Providing permissions for use of project equipment and resources

• Participating in Evacuation Management Group

• Providing permission for offsite responses

• Communicating with Authorities

• Reporting to and liaising with Client on status of emergency and related information

Note: See Appendix I – Duty Cards for a list of duties for Emergency ResponseCoordinator.

Senior Project Manager

Operations OfficerEvacuation

Management Team

Muster Point Wardens

Field Response Team

On-Scene Commander

Log KeeperEmergency Response

Coordinator


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6.2 Emergency Operations Officer (EOO)

The Emergency Operations Officer is responsible for:

• Implementing emergency procedures and response to threats

• Provide Coordination for the Project in the event of an emergency

• Implementing appropriate training and evacuation trials

• Periodically reviewing procedures in conjunction with site personnel, constructionmanagement and subcontractors and site personnel

• Organising for team members to act as Wardens for each area of operation andoffice building

• Issuing nominated Wardens with a mobile radio with access to an emergency radiochannel

• Providing Warden training covering emergency procedures

• Maintaining current lists of personnel (i.e., Wardens, emergency response teams,etc) and visitors in their areas of operation for assembly-point and evacuationpurposes

• Directing and coordinating personnel/operations from the Emergency OperationsCentre (EOC) as Required

• Ensuring emergency equipment inspections are undertaken as scheduled

• Audit emergency response process

• Arrange briefing at the completion of each emergency and emergency exercise

Note: See Appendix I – Duty Cards for a list of duties for Emergency Operations Officer.


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6.3 Log Keeper

The Log Keeper shall:

• Monitor Radios and Telephones and maintain a Record Log (seeAppendix B) and

timeline of all emergency response activities• Ensure that Emergency Control Centre is equipped with all required materials to

record emergency information

• Participate in debrief of emergency events

Note: See Appendix I – Duty Cards for a list of duties for Log Keeper.

6.4 On-Scene Commander (OSC)

The On-Scene Commander is the most qualified team member at the scene of anincident. This person is responsible for:

• Managing Emergency Response Team and scene safety as a priority

• Directing first aid to attend to injured team members

• Securing the emergency scene to enable the health and safety of all persons

• Initiating evacuation if required

• Providing an escort to meet the emergency response team

• Securing, as far as practicable, incident location from disturbance or interferenceuntil cleared by Emergency Controller or incident investigation is complete

• Providing direction, assistance and support to persons at the scene

• Maintaining communication with ERC & EOO

• Seconding labour, equipment and machinery from immediate resources to assist tocontrol the emergency

Note: See Appendix I – Duty Cards for a list of duties for On-Scene Commander.

6.5 Field Response Team (FRT)

• Attend Emergency Response Team training and meetings where relevant

• Upon hearing the Emergency Alarm, reports to area of concern or EmergencyControl Centre depending on nature of emergency – takes directions from ECC

• Assists the ERC to stabilise and make safe the area around any incident to the bestof their ability while awaiting the arrival of the appropriate team, e.g., Medical, Fire,

Rescue, or external services, etc.

• Co-ordinate personnel at assembly areas, evacuating them to safety if necessary

• On instructions from Emergency Response Coordinator, safely conduct activities,searches or any other tasks deemed necessary

Note: See Appendix I – Duty Cards for a list of duties for Field Response TeamMembers.


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6.6 Wardens

Wardens are project personnel whom either volunteer or are assigned by the HSEManager to oversee a specified assembly area. During an emergency, the Warden isresponsible for:

• Reporting, as soon as possible, to their designated assembly area

• Coordinating the accounting of team members and visitors within their control

• Reporting personnel and visitors present and absent to the Emergency Coordinator

• Coordinating and managing directions received from the Incident Controller orEmergency Response Coordinator

• Advising personnel of an emergency in their specific area

• Directing people evacuating an area to the appropriate assembly area

• Reporting status of area and roll call to the Emergency Coordinator

• Restricting entry into affected areas to emergency personnel only

•

Providing cardiac pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), application of automated externaldefibrillator (AED) and initial first aid coverage as required.

Note: See Appendix I – Duty Cards for a list of duties for Wardens.

6.7 Security Officer

• Controlling entry of traffic onto the site and within car parks

• Directing traffic around the incident scene and escorting emergency vehicles

• Attending the site access points to prevent traffic entering or leaving the site duringan emergency or as directed by the Emergency Response Coordinator

• Assisting the Emergency Response Coordinator as directed

6.8 Evacuation Management Group (EMG)

Team consisting of senior project management who will make final decision on site

evacuation (Stay or Go) once in receipt of all facts and information to allow an informed

decision to be made.

6.9 Employees, Subcontractors, Visitors

Employees, subcontractors and visitors are responsible for:

• Obeying all instructions given by Wardens and emergency response teams,including directions to provide assistance at the scene

•

Shutting down any necessary equipment so that areas are left in a safe condition• Reporting to the Warden at the muster point for roll call

• Remaining at the muster point until instructed by the Warden

• Returning to work when the all clear is given


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6.10 First Aiders

First Aiders are responsible for:

• Providing the initial response to injured personnel

• Continuing to provide first aid under the direction of the site medical staff

• Providing cardiac pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and application of automatedexternal defibrillator (AED) in an emergency.

6.11 Supervisors

Supervisors are responsible for:

• Communicating emergency procedures to team members prior to thecommencement of work

• Assembling personnel under their supervision to appropriate assembly area duringan emergency

• Being able to account for personnel under their direction

6.12 Project Medical Services Provider

A subcontracted medical services provider will employ a doctor and paramedic who willprovide emergency medical coverage for the project on a 24/7 basis. These staff willalso undertake training for ERT members in first aid and medical assistancerequirements.

Site medical staff will also participate in preparing emergency medical protocols andparticipating in emergency exercises.

6.13 External Emergency Response Personnel

Where required, local emergency authorities may provide assistance (Ambulance, Fire

and Rescue, Police, Gladstone Port Authority). External emergency response will berequested when:

• Contacted by EOC requesting assistance

• Incident takes place on mainland

• Incident requires additional or specialised emergency road or marine transport,assistance, and/or equipment

• Helicopter required for medivac from Curtis Island, marine or mainland location

Should a 000 call be placed to local authorities by project personnel outside of the EOC,the individual should contact the ERC/EOO as soon as possible (radio or phone) toreport the incident. Thereafter, communication to local authorities will be made through

the EOC.


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7.0 General Procedures

7.1 Coordination and Control

The Emergency Response Coordinator (i.e., the most qualified team member on thescene of an emergency) will initially take control and coordinate the first response to the

emergency.

7.2 Communications

Emergency communications will be generated via a two-way radio system. A radiochannel will be assigned as the dedicated emergency channel, which if activated willoverride all other communication channels. As an alternative to the radio system,emergency telephones will also be available in the Emergency Control Centre on site forexternal calls.

The following dedicated radio channels will be used in the event of an emergency:

• Radio Communication Channels (TBD)

• Channel # Notification of emergency and further instructions

• Channel # Notification of roll call status

The communication and coordination of roll calls will be made using other projectchannels by Supervisors/Wardens.

All personnel communicating via radios are to be aware of privacy breaches, particularlysensitive information that may be overheard by third parties. Names of missing teammembers or discussion of injuries are NOT to be broadcast over the radio. Sensitiveinformation communicated to the ECC will be conveyed via mobile phones or face-to-face.

Emergency communication equipment is to be considered as part of the planning phase

of each task and recorded on the Job Hazard Analysis. This will be communicated toeach team member before work commences.

In the event of an emergency, the EOC, in consultation with local emergency services,will direct the response strategy to place emergency service personnel on the Island orto evacuate any injured personnel from the Island to medical treatment facilities on themainland.

In emergencies, a call will be made to 0001. This call will be directed to the appropriateQueensland Emergency Services Co-ordination Centre (Ambulance, Fire and Rescue,or Police).

The caller will clearly identify the project by using the following wording to avoidconfusion with the other projects.

“This is (LNG, CURTIS ISLAND, LOT 1, GLNG) calling”

1 If call is by mobile telephone and 000 is unsuccessful, try 112


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Other potential locations where emergency calls may originate include mainland project

locations (RG Tanna, Port Central, Fisherman’s Landing, Mainland Office) or from a

vessel in the Port of Gladstone.

In the case of injury or entrapment, a comprehensive description of the type of

emergency will be given to the Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) Co-ordinator.

For further details, refer to Appendix D – Reporting an Emergency.

7.3 Emergency Response Duty Cards

Position specific Emergency Response Duty Cards are attached as Appendix I and willbe distributed to emergency response personnel to provide them with an overview oftheir duties for each stage of emergency preparedness and response.

7.4 Emergency Response Exercises

Emergency response exercises will be conducted throughout the year to test theefficiency of the Project’s emergency response system and to additionally reinforce

emergency procedures and processes to Project personnel. Emergency exercises willinclude, but not be limited to:

• Medical Emergencies

• Fire Emergencies, including bushfires

• Hazardous spills / leaks

• Rescue from height, confined space, etc.

• High voltage equipment contact

• Marine emergencies

Type and frequency of emergency exercises will vary depending on construction stage,

personnel population on Curtis Island, identified risks or as deemed necessary by EOO.as a minimum, two desktop and three mock exercises will be conducted annually.

Emergency exercises will also be held for Mainland facilities, including offices, etc.

The Emergency Controller will prepare a written overview of the planned exercise andwill facilitate the drill.

Drills may incorporate a full site muster and will include a specific emergency, e.g., fire,medical emergency, etc.

Where practicable, external emergency groups may be requested to participate in theseemergency exercises to ensure communications and joint actions are assessed andaddressed where lacking.

A timeline of the emergency exercise will be maintained and used in the debriefing alongwith any photographs or videos of the event.

A debrief will occur at the completion of each emergency drill and all personnel involvedshall participate and provide input.

A report will be prepared following each emergency drill providing an overview of the drilland making recommendations for improvements.


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NB: Emergencies exercises will be conducted in a manner so as not to place personnelor equipment at risk.

7.5 Emergency Desktop Exercises

Emergency desktop exercises will be conducted to assess the level of preparedness ofemergency response personnel and the system. The ERC, in liaison with the EOO, will

prepare a written emergency scenario. The emergency response team and associatedgroups will then respond to the emergency scenario as if it were a real emergency.

A review will be held at the conclusion of each desktop exercise to assess the group’sresponses and to determine the level of preparedness of the organisation.

These exercises will be able to assess the effects of severe weather, low tides, etc., onpotential emergency scenarios, without placing personnel or equipment at risk.

Where required, this emergency response plan will be modified to address any

deficiencies determined from these exercises.

7.6 Incident Classification and Reporting

In consultation with the On-Scene Commander, the Emergency Response Coordinator

will classify the incident in accordance with the matrix in Table 1. It can be expected that

in the event of an emergency involving construction activities, equipment or personnel,

assistance will be required from the Bechtel Project Management Team to adequately

classify the incident. Depending on the classification of the incident, a local construction

site evacuation may be required and the emergency siren sounded.

A Level 3, 4 & 5 Emergency will require the involvement of the Project Management

Team and a Level 5 Emergency will require the involvement of OG&C’s Crisis

Management Team in Houston.

GLNG’s Nominated Site Representative will be advised verbally of all Level 2, 3, 4, & 5

Emergencies, immediately after they occur, and in writing within two hours, where

practicable.

Emergency Operations Manager will notify relevant Regulatory Authorities in line with

statutory requirements and jointly agreed reporting protocols of any emergency event

that warrants such reporting.


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Table 1 - Incident Assessment Matrix

Table 1

Bechtel GLNG Incident Assessment MatrixBechtel

Reponses

Severity

Category

Health and

Safety

Natural

Environment

Reputation

(Government,Media,

Community)

Local Site

EvacuationRequirement

C M T

Level 5Fatality

Major Site or

Accommodation

Fire

Major Chemical

Spill or Gas Leak

(Also From

Nearby Plant)

Destruction of

sensitive

environmental

features.

Regulatory & high-

level Government

intervention/action

Critical impact on

business

reputation

National level

media exposure

Yes. Personnel to

report to their

muster points

Level 4Permanent

disabling injury

and/or long term

off work with high

potential to

become life

threatening

Bomb Threat

Long-term impact

of regional

significance on

sensitive

environmental

features.

Regulatory

intervention/action

.

Significant impact

on business

reputation

State level media

exposure

Yes. Personnel to

report to their

muster points

E m e r g e n c y R e s p o

n s e T e a m

Level 3Multiple Injuries

requiring medical

treatment, time off

work rehabilitation

with the potential

to escalate

Short-term impact

on sensitive

environmental

features.

Triggers

regulatory

investigation

Moderate to small

impact on

business

reputation

State level media

exposure

No

F i e l d R e s p o n s e T e a m

Level 2Injury requiring

medical treatment,

time off work and

rehabilitation

Impact on fauna,

flora and/or

habitat but no

negative effects

on ecosystem.

Requires

immediate

regulator

notification

Some impact on

business

reputation

Adverse news in

local media

No

Level 1Minor injury – first

aid treatment

Negligible impact.

On flora/fauna,

habitat, aquatic

ecosystem or

water resources.

Incident reporting

according to

routine protocols

Minor impact to

reputation

No


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8.0 Emergency Management

The Emergency Operations Officer is immediately notified of any emergency occurringor as soon as is practicably possible. The Emergency Operations Officer, reporting to

the Emergency Response Coordinator will initiate communications and coordination withinternal emergency response team and external emergency services i.e., Ambulance,Fire or Police, unless the ERC or OSC have already initiated contact. In the absence ofthe ERC or EOO at the EOC, the most qualified Supervisor will undertake the role untileither the ERC or EOO takes charge.

The EOO will manage all communications with assistance from other members of theEmergency Response Team. The ERC and EOO are the only persons who may directthe OSC and are responsible for liaising with outside organisations and emergencyservices. In addition, the OSC shall keep the EOO informed of events and the status ofthe emergency.

All parties are to obey the directives of the EOO during the emergency.

8.1 Emergency Operations Centre (EOC)

Bechtel shall establish a location for an Emergency Operations Centre (EOC). The EOCwill act as a central point of contact during an emergency situation. The ERC and EOO,along with members of Evacuation Management Group, will be responsible fornotifying/contacting various emergency services, as necessary, while maintainingconstant communication with personnel at the site of the emergency. In the event that anemergency or bomb threat affects the command centre, an alternative location shall beprovided and communicated to subcontractor managers and other ERT members.

The Emergency Controller shall maintain a Contact List (see Appendix C) of contactnumbers of ERT members, Wardens and relevant members of Bechtel and Client

management and subcontractor companies and external emergency supportorganisations.

This list will also be maintained at the EOC.

In the event of an emergency, the following personnel shall assemble at the EOC,unless otherwise directed by the ERC:

• Emergency Response Coordinator

• Emergency Operations Officer

• Security Manager

• Employees Relations Manager

• Evacuation Management Group

•

Log Keeper• Personnel as designated by ERC

In certain instances, the ERC may instruct members of the ERT and/or Security

Manager to report directly to the incident scene.

An alternative EOC will be established in Bechtel’s Gladstone office to provide

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9.0 Evacuation

9.1 Emergency Evacuation Muster Areas

The position of muster areas will be defined as the Project develops. Muster areas onsite will normally be located outside of construction and office areas, unless the ERC orEOO nominate other locations at the time of the incident. Such changes may be basedon prevailing conditions or other mitigating factors.

Further, as the construction site is developed, signage shall be provided to directpersonnel to Muster Areas. Should any Muster Area be rendered inappropriate orunsafe, due to incidents occurring at the facility and due to wind direction, orconstruction activities, then alternative location(s) shall be designated.

The HSE group will be responsible for updating assembly area locations as well assignage, once-a-month, with respect to moving work fronts. Similarly, evacuation oremergency vehicle routes will be updated on a weekly basis with respect to construction

activity taking place throughout the site. Assembly areas and evacuation routes shall beregularly communicated (notices, toolbox talks, etc.) to project personnel through theuse of maps and charts.

9.2 Site Evacuation

Should a site evacuation (not off the Island) be necessary, Wardens will be responsiblefor directing personnel to their assembly areas or other safe locations to awaitinstructions from ERC or EOO. Potential sites for a site-wide assembly area include:

• Camp

• Warehouse

•

Laydown areas• Public landing site

• Neighbouring facility

• Materials Offloading Facility (MOF)

9.3 Curtis Island Evacuation

Key Buildings on Curtis Island, including the Construction Accommodation Facility

(CAF), will be designed in accordance with the Building Code of Australia for a Category

C Cyclone Region for resident protection. Wherever possible, it will be the intent to

maintain the CAF residents on site during severe weather. However, Bechtel may be

required to evacuate project personnel as appropriate should wind strengths and

weather specialists determine this necessary.

Wherever possible, Bechtel will return its local staff to the mainland in order that theycan be with their families during winds of sufficient strength.

In the event of an island evacuation (due to potential impact of cyclone, tsunami,bushfire, etc.), personnel will be alerted to the need for evacuation and Wardens willdirect personnel under their supervision to the MOF or other safe assembly location. The


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ERC and EOO will coordinate the evacuation from Curtis Island and verify with theWardens that all personnel have been accounted for.

A full evacuation of Curtis Island will only be undertaken once the Project’s EvacuationManagement Team has assessed all likely risk scenarios and are assured that a safe

and timely evacuation is essential and can be achieved and all employees can betransported to safe havens on the mainland. A risk assessment shall be undertaken toassess likely impact of natural emergency risks and allied areas of risk mitigation.

During the early stages of the project, subcontractors will employ their own marinevessels to transport personnel to the mainland in the event an evacuation is required.

During most of the construction cycle, the project will have the following marine transportvessels at its disposal:

1 x Catamaran with 150 passenger maximum capacity

3 x Catamarans with 400 passenger maximum capacity

3 x Ropax vessels with nominal 80 passenger capacity

These vessels have the capability to make several round trips per day.

When necessary, the above vessels will be made available for Curtis Island evacuationswith the ERC and Traffic and Logistics Manager organising transport and ensuringcoordination at embarking and disembarking points, respectively. All marinetransportation will comply with relevant legislation and the requirements and directions ofthe Gladstone Port Corporation Harbour Master.

For further details, refer to Attachment 3 – Evacuation.

9.4 Storm and Cyclone Preparation for Marine Vessels

The following outlines the guidelines established by the Gladstone Port Corporation for

the control of marine vessels in the event of strong winds (in excess of 40 knots) or a

cyclone. The latest version of this information can be obtained from the Maritime Safety

Queensland website www.msq.qld.gov.au/ - Procedures and Information for Shipping —

Gladstone May 2010.

The prevailing winds in the Gladstone region tend to be easterly to south easterly.

Although calmer conditions occur during the winter months, these may become very

difficult during the summer months when the sea breeze augments the prevailing south

easterlies. As a general rule when mean wind speeds are in excess of 40 knots

measured either at Maritime Safety Queensland's weather station at Gatcombe Head or

any other reliable source, such as Bureau of Meteorology, vessel movements in the Port

of Gladstone will be suspended.

A Tropical Cyclone Watch message is issued when a cyclone or potential cyclone is

expected to affect conditions in the area within the next 48 hours and is reviewed every

three hours. A Tropical Cyclone Warning message is issued when a cyclone or potential

cyclone is expected to affect conditions in the area within the next 24 hours and is

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Weather charts, satellite images, warnings and reports may be polled by fax 1800

630100 and from the AustralianBureau of Meteorologyhttp://www.bom.gov.au/.

’Coastwatch’ is a website with useful nautical information links:

http://www.coastalwatch.com

9.4.1 Cyclone Procedures

In the event of a cyclone threat the regional harbour master will take the following action:

• Ensure that ships are advised of relevant warnings and response requirements

• Ensure that shipping complies with the response requirements

• Closing and reopening the Port to ensure the safety of shipping.

The VTS Centre will implement the cyclone contingency plan on behalf of the regional harbour

master by acting as a central communications point. The contingency plan shall become effective

when the Gladstone region is likely to be affected by a cyclone (or developing cyclone) — as

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9.4.2 Cyclone Watch

A cyclone watch is issued when a cyclone or developing cyclone is likely to affect the

area within 48 hours, and gale force winds are not expected to impact the area within 24

hours. The following procedures are to be followed on initial receipt of a cyclone watch:

• All ships in the pilotage area will be notified on VHF channel 13

• Ships are to maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF channel 13 for updates

• The Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) Centre will broadcast cyclone advices, warnings,information and directions on VHF channel 13

• Preparations are to be made to clear the pilotage area

• All marine services are to be available at short notice

• Ships at anchor must ballast down and be ready in all regards to get underway atshort notice

• Ships alongside may continue to load at the discretion of the harbour master butmust be ready in all respects to depart at short notice

• Ships are not permitted to enter the pilotage area without the approval of the harbourmaster. Approval will only be given if fully satisfied that the ship can safely load anddepart before the cyclonic conditions affect the pilotage area.

• Ships are to comply with the routine vessel traffic management procedures unlessotherwise authorised by the harbour master.

9.4.3 Cyclone Warning

A cyclone warning is issued when a cyclone or developing cyclone is likely to affect the

area within 24 hours, that is, gale force winds are expected to impact within 24 hours.

The following additional procedures are to be followed on initial receipt of a cyclone

warning:

• All ships, whether underway, alongside or at anchor, will be directed to proceed tosea (this is to take effect if the Bureau of Meteorology predicted track of the cyclonesuggests a landfall between St Lawrence and Sandy Cape)

• All marine services are to be mobilised to assist clearing the pilotage area; the VTSCentre will coordinate the safe and orderly clearing of the pilotage area

• Ships alongside will depart as soon as marine services are available. If conditions deteriorate rapidly it may be necessary to depart without normal marine services in

order to minimise the risk associated with remaining in port, as approved by the harbour master

• Ships are to report on VHF channel 13 when clearing the pilotage area

• Ships masters must determine their own course of action to avoid the cyclone once clear of the pilotage area. No direction or recommendation will be made with regardto cyclone avoidance or the safe navigation or operation of the ship


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• Small craft will go to storm moorings in accordance with local plans. Small craftshould notify the VTS Centre of their location when secure.

The pilotage area will be closed and a broadcast made on VHF channel 16 and 13.

9.4.4 Port Closure

The harbour master may close the port, wholly or in part, or restrict the movement of

vessels in the pilotage area, commensurate with the threat to the safety of shipping or

the environment. This includes the threat posed by weather conditions, actual or

forecast.

The closure of the port or restriction on vessel movements will, as far as practical, be

implemented in consultation with key authorities and in a timely manner in order to

minimise risks.

Note: In the event of an emergency, which will necessitate the evacuation of personnel

from Curtis Island and/or marine vessels employed in the harbour, e.g., barges, theEmergency Response Coordinator will liaise with the Evacuation Management Group to

ensure that a suitable time is allocated to achieve a safe evacuation of all personnel

prior to the closure of the port.

9.4.5 Reopening of the Port

The pilotage area will not be re-opened until the Tropical Cyclone Warning Centre

cancels the cyclone warning for the area and the harbour master is satisfied that all

danger has passed, and the pilotage area is safe for vessels to re-enter.

• The VTS Centre will coordinate the safe movement of vessels following the opening

of the pilotage area in accordance with normal practice.• Berths will be re-opened and operations resumed when wind and sea conditions are

within operational limits.

9.4.6 Small Vessel Cyclone Procedures

It is recognised that most small vessels in the Gladstone Regional Harbour Master's

jurisdiction will be moored in marinas and owners may not be able to move them from

there. Owners may, however, move their vessels to a more sheltered location such as

Mangrove Creek but it is recommended only during the period of a Cyclone watch. The

following recommendations apply to vessels remaining in marinas:

•

No vessel under 17 metres LOA should move during the period of a Cyclone warning• Marina berths may remain occupied provided the berth they occupy has a pontoon

equivalent to the LOA of the vessel occupying it

• Vessels are allowed to bear against the fingers/pontoons

• Additional mooring lines are placed on all available mooring cleats taking care toprotect against chafing


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• Lines to be adjustable from on board and are sufficiently taut to ensure vessels andpontoon move as one

• Do not tie vessel to piles as this prevents pontoons moving with tidal and surgemovements

• Ensure lines are made fast to substantial boat parts, for example mast steps,winches and so on, bearing in mind cleats are known to have been torn out of decks

• Remove all sails, furling sails, awnings and any items of high windage and stow securely

• Dinghies to be securely lashed inverted on deck to prevent filling with water — do notcontemplate towing tenders

• Stow your vessel with fresh water, food, fuel and charged batteries since it may be the only comfortable accommodation available to you once the cyclone has passed

• Keep storm anchors and spare warps ready at hand but well secured to prevent

them creating a potential hazard such as fouling propellers in the event you must move the vessel

• Remember vessels are moored at owners risk and it is the owners prerogative to move their vessel if they feel insecure in the marina.

• Vessels greater than 17 meters in Gladstone marina must comply with directionsfrom the regional harbour master and will be required to evacuate the marina andinner anchorages and proceed to nominated safe havens in the upper reaches of theharbour.

• Vessels greater than 17 metres in other marinas within the ports jurisdiction mayremain at their designated marina berths but may be directed to a nearby safe havenby the regional harbour master at his discretion.

9.4.7 Tidal Information

The mean spring tidal range is 3·2 metres and the mean neap range is 1·2 metres. The

tides are much affected by the prevailing winds and the stream sets are very strong at

times in the channels. Tidal rates in excess of four knots have been observed in sections

of the harbour at some spring tides. Since the tides run with a velocity of from 1·5 to 2·5

knots regularly, due caution will have to be observed and proper allowance made for

tidal influence when navigating these channels, especially in the Golding Channel and

on the Wild Cattle Cutting leads where the tide sets obliquely across the channel.

Between the Boyne leads and Gatcombe Head the flood tide sets towards the West

bank and the ebb towards the east bank.

9.4.8 Tide Boards/Gauges

Gladstone is a standard Port in the Queensland Tide Tables. Maritime Safety

Queensland has erected a tide board and gauge at Auckland Point Wharf (Western

end).


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9.5 Registration and Missing Persons

During any major emergency, there is a possibility for persons to be unaccounted for.

To address the possibility of missing persons, the project will adopt the following

practices:

• Personnel travelling or working on marine vessels will be required to electronically

register (swipe card station) their embarkation and disembarkation so a record of their

onboard status is maintained and can be readily accessed in the event a Person on

Board (POB) count is required to determine personnel missing in an emergency.

• Personnel entering the construction site on Curtis Island will be required to

electronically register (swipe card system) their ingress and egress. In the event of

an emergency, where persons need to be accounted for, all personnel will exit the

site to their nominated muster points and muster sheets will be printed to enable a

head count and to determine who has not vacated the site. There will be situationswhere Emergency Response Team members will be required to remain on site to fulfil

their duties.

• Personnel residing in the Curtis Island Construction Accommodation complex will be

required to register their entry to the accommodation area and will be assigned to a

room in one of the buildings. In the event of an emergency requiring a head count,

e.g., fire, personnel will be required to attend their nominated muster area and a head

count will be conducted.

• During Early Works, working alone will be limited and closely monitored. Where there

is a requirement for personnel to work in an isolated area of the site, they shall informtheir supervisor of their location and carry a radio to call in at agreed times.

Note: Where it is determined that a person(s) is missing, the EOO will notify the OSC

and a search will be initiated.

9.6 Emergency Response - General

In the event of an emergency, the local emergency services will direct the response

strategy to place emergency service personnel on the Island or to evacuate any injured

or trapped personnel from the Island to medical treatment facilities on the mainland.

These responses will differ for various phases of the construction work and various

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In an emergency situation, a call will be made by EC to0002. This call will be directed to

the appropriate Emergency Services Co-ordination Centre (Ambulance, Fire and Rescue

or Police).

The caller will clearly identify the project by using the following wording to avoid

confusion with the other projects.

“This is (LNG, CURTIS ISLAND, LOT 1, GLNG) calling”



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Map 1 Illustrates Location of GLNG Site on Curtis Island in Lot 1:

Map 1


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In the case of injury or entrapment, a comprehensive description of the type of

emergency situation will be provided to the Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) Co-

ordinator.

QAS, acting as Primary Emergency Response Co-ordinator, will then determine

whether:

• The injured person is to be treated and stabilized on Curtis Island and transported toGladstone Marina, or

• QAS will mobilize to the Island, by water or air, treat and stabilize the patient(s) andtransport the patient(s) by vessel to Gladstone Marina from where they will betransported by ambulance to a nominated hospital or where a rescue helicopter isdeployed the patient(s) will be directly transported to a nominated hospital, or

• QLD Fire and Rescue are required to rescue or release a trapped person, or

• RACQ Rescue Helicopter is required to airlift the person from an offshore rig orCurtis Island, or

• Other vessels are required to mobilize to rescue persons in case of vessel collision,fire, sinking or grounding

Personnel will most likely require emergency response treatment and evacuation for:

• Injuries associated with falls from height, use of plant, equipment, vehicles, vessels,chemical exposure, fire and explosion or entrapment

• Envenomation/allergic reactions from snakes, spiders, insects, ticks, marinecreatures

• Dehydration, heat exhaustion, pre-existing medical conditions, cardiac arrest.

9.7 Onshore Response

In the event of an injury/illness onshore, project First Aiders will provide the primary

response until the site medical team arrive at the location. The medical team, i.e.,

paramedic, doctor, will determine the extent of the injury/illness and decide whether QAS

will be required to either attend and/or transport the person from Curtis Island or from

mainland marine landing point to a regional hospital. The primary responder will

continue to provide care until medical personnel arrive on the scene.

In the event of a serious injury, illness requiring medical treatment, or person(s) requiring

rescue, one of the following options will be initiated:

• The person will be transported by site ambulance to Pioneer MOF and evacuated tothe mainland by marine vessel and upon arrival, be transported to the nominatedmedical facility by company vehicle, or

• The person will be transported by site ambulance to Pioneer MOF and evacuated tothe mainland by marine vessel, and upon arrival, be transported by QAS ambulanceto an appropriate medical treatment facility, or


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• QAS Paramedics and/or Queensland Fire and Rescue personnel will be transportedto Curtis Island by marine vessel or RACQ Helicopter, met by a 4WD vehicle atHamilton Point, or the Heli Pad, and taken to the incident scene to treat, stabilize,rescue and transport a patient by rescue helicopter or the above mentioned means

to an appropriate medical treatment facility.Note: Provision will be available to transport QAS and Queensland Fire and Rescuevehicles to Curtis Island by marine vessel, if required.

9.8 Offshore Response

In the event of an injury/illness offshore (drill rigs/barges, tender vessels, tugs or

transport vessels), project First Aiders will be the primary response until the site medical

team arrive at the location. The medical team, i.e., paramedic, doctor, will determine the

extent of the injury/illness and whether QAS will be required to either attend and/or

transport the injured/ill person(s) to a mainland facility. They will also determine whether

a medivac by rotary wing aircraft with hoist fitted is required. The primary responder will

continue to provide medical care until medical personnel arrive on the scene.

In the event an injured or ill person(s) requires rescue or medical treatment, one of the

following options will be initiated:

• The person will by transported be marine vessel to nominated mainland marinelanding place and then transported by to nominated medical facility, or

• The person will by transported be marine vessel to nominated mainland marinelanding place and then transported by QAS ambulance to nominated medical facility,or

• QAS Paramedics and/or Queensland Fire and Rescue will be transported to the

offshore locality by marine vessel, or RACQ Helicopter, taken to the incident scene,and carry out rescue, treatment, stabilization of injured/ill person(s) and effecttransport of injured/ill person(s) by marine vessel to nominated mainland marinelanding place for transfer to QAS ambulance or by rescue helicopter directly to anappropriate medical treatment facility, or

• In the event of a vessel, grounding, catching fire, colliding or sinking, an emergencycall will be made via VHF radio on Channel 13 or 16 to Harbour Control MSQ(Maritime Safety Queensland). MSQ will be responsible for directing emergencyresponses in relation to vessels, and notify QAS and VMR (Volunteer MarineRescue) to respond in relation to injuries or rescue as required.

• The vessel will at this time give location co-ordinates as per MSQ Gladstone Port

Procedures.NOTE: An offshore work barge may be located in an intertidal zone and may be

inaccessible via land or water, dependant on the stage of the tide. In this case,

evacuation by rescue helicopter via winching may be the only option. Capricorn’s

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9.8.1 Barge/Jack Up Barge Specific Actions

In the event that a person is injured on a jack-up barge and needs evacuation, the

following will occur:

• When calling an injury from a jack-up barge, the Latitude and Longitude will be givento QAS Communication Centre along with required weather conditions and windspeed, etc., which may potentially decide the method of rescue.

• The barge may be required to be jacked down to water level to facilitateaccess/egress

• The barge crane will be made ready for use if directed by Emergency Servicespersonnel

• If a rescue helicopter is required, a personnel/stretcher landing area will be clearedon the barge deck and any flammable or combustible substances completelyremoved from this area

• All loose item of equipment shall be removed from the deck area or solidly fasteneddown

• When barge personnel have a visual on the rescue helicopter, or are contacted byUHF Ch 10, the barge personnel will ignite a red smoke flare to indicate wind speedand direction to the pilot, then exit the cleared area

• Barge personnel will not attempt to touch or contact any suspended lines or rescueslings from the helicopter so as to avoid static discharge incidents

• Barge personnel will take directions from Emergency Services personnel during anyrescue operation.

9.9 Emergency Communications and Rendezvous PointsEmergency communications are primarily by mobile phone to“0003”. There are some

“dead spots” for both phone and radios on Curtis Island.

Project personnel on Curtis Island operate onUHF Channel 10 during Early Works until

a permanent radio facility is established. Although these radios have limited range, they

may be used for communications between GLNG and RACQ Rescue Helicopter when

within range.

The project will have a VHF radio on Curtis Island that may be used to contact MSQ

Harbour Control on VHF Channel 13 only if:

• All mobile phone communications are lost, and

• There is a life threatening emergency.

In order to facilitate a co-ordinated emergency response, certain rendezvous points shall

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are located on Curtis Island and at the Gladstone Marina, O’Connell Wharf and, Port

Central, when the facility is constructed.

9.9.1 Pioneer MOF Rendezvous Point

During Early Works, this landing site will be used and is located at the South end of

China Bay where marine vessels will drop off and pickup passengers and where the

project’s vehicles will be parked.

QAS personnel will be met here and driven to the incident location. An injured person

may be transported on a spine board in the back of a utility 4WD to the Pioneer MOF or

the Helipad for evacuation.

Boarding the vessel with a stretcher will be via a hydraulic gangplank where mounted on

the bow of the vessel or by lifting over the side. GLNG, Contractor and marine

subcontractor personnel will be available for assistance and will be under the direction of

medical or QAS personnel.

9.9.2 Curtis Island Pioneer Helipad Rendezvous Point

A 40mX40m pioneer Helipad has been designated on Curtis Island for the GLNG Project

and is located at the far South Eastern corner of a significant salt pan in the centre of the

lease area. QAS and other emergency response personnel will be met at the helipad

and transported to the incident scene.

The helipad is located on a flat salt pan adjacent to the tree line (see Map 2). The salt

pan is dry and firm for the most part. However, the salt pan has been inundated to a

shallow depth during the highest astronomical tides and during torrential downpours.

There is a high visibility “H” marking on the ground and a wind sock for helicopter pilots

to gauge wind speed and direction. If required, a waterproof container will be supplied to

house flares for guiding in a helicopter.

Appendix J – Helicopter Support Guidelines provides information required for a

helicopter response to the workplace on Curtis Island.

When the project personnel have a visual on the rescue helicopter, or are contacted by

UHF Ch 10, the project personnel will ignite a red smoke flare in the centre of the

helipad to indicate wind speed and direction to the pilot, then exit the area.

The project personnel will not enter within 40m radius of rotating wing aircraft, unless

directed to do so by the pilot.

The co-ordinates of the helipad are as follows;

• -21°47’0.02” South

• 151°13’12.00 Easting,

See Map 2 for Location of GLNG Temporary Helipad on Curtis Island.


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Note: A permanent helipad will be constructed on Curtis Island once sufficient site

clearing has been performed to allow a safe approach and take off area. This plan will

be updated to reflect the new location of the helipad, and helicopter services will be

notified accordingly.


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Map 2


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9.9.3 Gladstone Marina Rendezvous Point

The Gladstone Marina will be employed as the primary rendezvous point for medivacmarine vessels and QAS ambulances until the Project’s permanent marine terminal at

Port Central (Auckland Point) is completed. It is envisaged that the Gladstone Marina

will be utilised for a period of approximately six months. This jetty is located off Alf

O’Rourke Drive in the Marina precinct. It is where the designated vessel will berth to pick

up QAS, and/or Queensland Fire and Rescue Service personnel or to deliver an

injured/ill person to a waiting ambulance. An ambulance may be driven onto the jetty.

See Map 3 for Location of Jetty – Gladstone Marina.

Gladstone

Marina

Map 3


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9.9.4 Alternative Rendezvous Point

If the Primary Rendezvous Point is unsuitable for any reason, the O’Connell Wharf may

be used. It is located at Bryan Jordan Dr, Gladstone Queensland 4680, Australia (07)

4976 1398. O’Connell Wharf is approximately 2 km from the Gladstone Hospital and Ambulance Centre.

See Map 4 for location of O’Connell Wharf.

O’Connell Wharf

Landin Place

Map 4


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9.9.5 Port Central (Auckland Point) Landing Place

Port Central, once constructed, will be the main marine terminal for the GLNG project

and will be designed to address tidal changes and be compatible with project

transportation vessels. This centre will be the principal receiving point for marinemedivacs and for the transportation of medical and emergency teams and equipment to

Curtis Island.

See Map 5 for location of Port Central.

Map 5

Port Central (Auckland

Point) will be the

permanent project facility

for marine transportation

to Curtis Inland for the


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9.9.6 Locations of Landing Places and Gladstone Hospital and Ambulance

Station

Map 6 illustrates where the two preliminary and permanent marine landing places are for

emergency events in relationship to Gladstone Ambulance and Hospital locations.

Gladstone Marina

Auckland Point

O’Connell Wharf

Ambulance Centre

Map 6


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9.9.7 QFRS (QLD Fire and Rescue Service) Response)

If a situation develops that requires rescue (i.e., entrapment/entanglement) the

Gladstone Queensland Fire and Rescue Service will respond. All rescue equipment is

contained in a 4WD appliance. Bechtel will arrange marine transport for QFRS to CurtisIsland from a nominated mainland facility.

10.0 Emergency Alarms A manually activated emergency siren will be situated at one or more locations to allowfull coverage of the project and shall be loud enough to be distinguishable aboveconstruction noise. The siren is activated to alert personnel of fire or other site relatedemergencies, and consists of tones to be determined prior to the project mobilizing.Upon hearing the siren, all personnel will go directly to their assembly area and remainthere until the "All Clear" is sounded or wardens or members of the ERT instructemployees otherwise.

A separate camp siren will be establish to alert personnel that an emergency hasoccurred in the camp and that personnel are required to muster at their designatedmuster areas.

Sub-Contractors must verify that their employees are aware of the correct procedures tobe followed in the event of an emergency evacuation situation. Employees will beinformed of the requirements below at their HSE orientation and by bulletins and toolboxmeetings.

On hearing the emergency alarm, project personnel shall:

• Stop all work immediately

• Shutdown and isolate all sources of ignition, if safe to do so

• Crane drivers are to make safe their loads, if safe to do so

• Proceed to designated assembly points, via safest route

Drivers must park vehicles in a safe location, ensuring that emergency vehicle access isnot blocked, and switch off engines, leave keys in ignition and proceed to designatedassembly area on foot.

A check of the site by the FRT will take place to ensure that employees have stoppedwork and evacuated their areas.

All “work permits” are automatically suspended in the event of an “Emergency /Emergency Evacuation” and will be re-issued once it is deemed safe to do so.

As the project develops, periodic emergency drills shall take place to familiariseemployees with the emergency process. Emergency sirens will be tested at scheduledtimes to be determined by the Emergency Operations Officer.


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10.1 Alarm Associated with Emergency at Neighbouring Plant

In the event that a neighbouring project experiences a gas or toxic chemical release that

has potential to impact the GLNG project site, security, upon being notified of the

situation, will:

• Sound a specific alarm that emits an intermittent continues tone indicating that allsite personnel and visitors are required to report to their nominated meeting places inthe main construction office, client office and dining hall.

• Emergency Operations Centre personnel will remain in these locations and monitorthe situation by maintaining contact with the project in question.

All “work permits” shall be automatically suspended in the event of an emergency from aneighbouring plant that could impact the site. Permits will be re-issued once it is deemedsafe to do so.

Note: Windsocks will be stationed at predetermined locations to provide wind direction

in the event of a chemical/gas leak from GLNG or neighbouring site.

10.2 All Clear Signal

The “All Clear” signal is relayed to Wardens by way of an “All Clear” radio call.

On hearing the “All Clear” Wardens shall notify personnel that it is safe to return to theirplace of work.

Note: Personnel who have been working under a Permit to Work, e.g., hot work,confined space, excavation permit, etc., may not return to work until the Work Permit hasbeen revalidated by the Permit Authority.

11.0 Debrief A debrief meeting will take place as soon as practicable after an exercise or an incidenthas been brought under control. The Emergency Response Coordinator will chair thismeeting.

Personnel involved in the emergency shall attend, or at least be provided withcomprehensive feedback on the details of the emergency and all relevant outcomes.The debriefing will detail the emergency step-by-step so that it can be documented asaccurately as possible. The debriefing will also identify lessons learned (if any) and theneed for procedure modification or training requirements. During emergency exercises,video and photographs shall be taken to assist with feedback and report

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