point fortin community emergency response plan

POINT FORTIN COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN

Date of Issue 2009 June 29

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Point Fortin Borough Corporation

Community Emergency

Response Plan

Approved by : Mr. Victor Mitchell - His Worship The Mayor

Approved by : Ms. Patricia Bradshaw – Chief Executive Officer

Approved by : Mrs. Irma Duncan Forde–Disaster Management Coordinator

3rd REVISION ISSUE DATE 2010-07-14

APPROVED BY:

APPROVED BY: APPROVED BY:

2POINT FORTIN COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN

Date of Issue 2010 July 22

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Table of Contents Page

1.0 Introduction………………………………………………………… 5

1.2 Purpose and Objective………………………………………………5 2.0 Concept of Operations………………………………………………5

2.1 Mitigation…………………………………………………….6

2.2 Preparedness…………………………………………………6

2.3 Response……………………………………………………..6 2.4 Recovery……………………………………………………...7

2.5 Business Continuity…………………………………………7

3.0 Management Arrangement; Community Response …………….7

3.2.1 Committee Chairman/Mayor of Point Fortin…………………7

3.2.2 Chief Executive Officer of Point Fortin Corporation…………7

3.2.3 Emergency Response Coordinator/Incident Manager………...8

3.2.4 PFBC Incident Controller……………………………………..9

3.3 Sub-Committee Role and Functions………………………………...11

3.3.1 Communication Committee………………………………….....11

3.3.2 Transport Committee…………………………………………...12

3.3.3 Planning and Mitigation Committee……………………………12

3.3.4 Security and Traffic Management Committee……………….....12

3.3.5 Survey and Investigations Committee………………………….12

3.3.6 Shelter Management Committee……………………………….13

3.3.7 Rations and Resource Procurement Committee……………......13

3.3.8 Medical and First Aid Committee……………………………...13

3.3.9 Information and Training Committee………………………….14

3.3.10 Recovery and Rehabilitation Committee……………………...14



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4.0 Activation of the Emergency Response Plan………………………..14

4.1 Actions Following receipt of an Emergency Notification……….14

4.2 Community Notification in the event of an Emergency………..15

4.3 The Emergency Operations Centre…………………………….15

4.4 Shelters…………………………………………………………....16

4.5 Emergency Call out Procedures………………………………….17

5.0 Identification of Hazards………………………………………..17

5.1 Natural Hazards………………………………………………....17

5.1.1 Hydro- Meteorological…………………………………...17

5.1.1.1 Hurricanes………………………………………………..18

5.1.1.2 Floods…………………………………………………....20

5.1.1.3 Storm Surge……………………………………………..20

5.1.1.4 Landslides……………………………………………….20

5.1.1.5 Mini Tornados…………………………………………..21

5.1.2 Geological Hazards……………………………………..21

5.1.2.1 Earthquakes………………………………………...21

5.1.2.2 Volcanoes…………………………………………..23

5.2 Man- made Hazard………………………………………..23

5.0 Identification of Areas and Scenarios…………………...24

6.0 National Oil Spill Contingency Plan…………………….25

6.1 On Land……………………………………………..25

6.2 On the Sea…………………………………………...25

7.0 Mass Casualty Situation…………………………………25

8.0 Pre-Emergency Planning………………………………...25

9.0 Activation of Alarms……………………………………..26

9.1 Initiating an Emergency Response………………….26

9.2 Evacuation Plan……………………………………..27

10.0 Instruction and Training ……………………………......28



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11.0 Drills and Exercises………………………………………28

12.0 Budget………..……………………………………………29

13.0 The Way Forward………………………………………..29

13.1 Implementation………………………………………….29

14.0 Conclusion……………………………………………….29

15.0 Emergency Operations Centre…………………………30

15.1 Composition of the Response Committee………………..33

Figure 17 Structural Plan

Figure 17.1 Bomb Threat Checklist

Appendix 17.1 Committee Roles and Functions

Appendix 17.2 Communication Listing

Appendix 17.3 Emergency Initial Notification Record

Appendix 17.4 Emergency Call out Procedures

Appendix 17.5 Sample Alert and Warning Messages

Appendix 17.6 Response Checklist



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1.0 Introduction

1.1 The Borough of Point Fortin is roughly eighteen (18) sq. miles with a

population of approximately twenty- five thousand (25,000) persons. It serves as

a home to several residents, governmental agencies and several private sector

industries inclusive of Atlantic LNG Company of Trinidad and Tobago,

Petrotrin/Trinmar Operations and Trinidad Bulk Traders Limited. There is also

limited piping of gas to residential consumers in parts of Point Fortin. Active and

inactive oil wells form part of the landscape.

1.2 Purpose and Objective

1.2.1 Within the Borough of Point Fortin as with most communities, the co-existence

of the public and private sectors with shared boundaries contributes to the

challenges of living with hazards. To safely manage the existence of these

hazards, we must develop the ability to respond and manage any potential

disaster that could occur as a result of a hazard. Community Emergency

Response includes a coordinated and integrated governmental, community,

individual, and private sector participation. .

1.2.2 The objectives of this Emergency Response Plan are as follows:

i To save/protect human lives, property and the environment;

ii To provide a framework for the integration of each aspect of Emergency

Management

iii To maintain acceptable continuation of operations

2.0 Concept of Operations

The Operations of the Organization would be conceptualised in Five Phases:

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[b] Preparedness

[c] Response

[d] Recovery

[e]Business continuity

2.1 Mitigation

Pre-Disaster Activities involve the Assessment of Risk and reducing the Potential effects

of Disasters. It also involves increasing Post-Disaster activities to reduce the potential

damage of future disasters. Mitigation Programmes include land use regulations, building

codes, structural barriers to prevent, or control hazards, and insurance programmes to

lessen the economic impact of disaster. Increasingly mitigation efforts are focusing on

buyouts by Government and Private Sector Agencies of Properties in hazardous areas.

There is a tendency to view Emergency Management primarily as Disaster Planning and

response; nevertheless it obviously entails much more. Generally, it is a process of

managing Risk, so that we could live with the Known and the Unknown, natural and man-

made Hazards and deal with the Disasters that do occur.

2.2 Preparedness

Pre-Disaster Activities involved in preparing for expected threats, include Vulnerability

Analysis, Contingency Planning, Resource Management, Mutual Aid, and Cooperative

Agreements with other jurisdictions, and response agencies, public information and the

training of response personnel.

2.3 Response

Activities during the disaster, include search and rescue, evacuation, emergency medical

services, and fire fighting. Response efforts also include reducing the likelihood of

secondary damage and preparing for recovery.



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2.4 Recovery

Post-Disaster activities designed to restore basic services, include repairing lifelines, such

as Power and Water. It includes Temporary housing, food, and clothing, debris clearing,

Psychological Counselling, job assistance, and loans to restart small businesses and

housing.

2.5 Business Continuity;- The process of putting plans/ arrangements in place for

businesses/ burgesses to restore activities during the post-disaster phase and the ability

for businesses/ burgesses to continue their regular servicing of their various communities

3.0 MANAGEMENT ARRANGEMENT; COMMUNITY RESPONSE

COMMITTEE

3.1 The Committee shall consist of the following Personnel and Agencies

I. The Mayor of Point Fortin: Ex Officio- Chairman

II. The CEO of the Point Fortin Corporation-Ex-Officio-Coordinator

III.The Coordinator: A senior member of the Staff of the Corporation.

See Appendix 17.1 for the Committee for Emergency Response.

3.2 Roles and Responsibilities

3.2.1 Committee Chairman/Mayor of Point Fortin

• Provide all necessary assistance to facilitate effective emergency response

3.2.2 CEO of Point Fortin Corporation

Is the Chief Administrative and Accounting Officer

Activates the ER Plan in consultation with the Emergency Response Coordinator



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Mobilises any portion of the organisation to adequately address any emergency,

national or local.

3.2.3 Emergency Response Coordinator/Incident Manager

• Provides advice to the CEO or his/her alternate in providing resources in the event

of an emergency.

Responsible for the overall management of emergency response, for delegation of

team roles and for management of related issues that may arise.

The Incident Manager will

On arrival at the nominated EOC, assume command of the EOC and update him

/her as to the status of the incident.

Start a log of events;

Dispatch the IC to the scene of the incident or accident;

Establish communication with the Incident Controller ((on site)

Be the source of reliable information

Ensure that the appropriate levels of response have been activated for the

incident;

Ensure that communications are monitored;

Ensure all members of the EOC involved in the incident are logging and timing

events on the appropriate incident boards;

Obtain details of next of kin and inform as necessary;

Give technical support /advise as required;

Establish and maintain contact with the following as and when requested police,

government agencies as required; third party contractors

Take operational control of the situation and as other members of the Emergency

Task Force arrive at the EOC nominate individuals to undertake various tasks as

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3.2.4 PFBC Incident Controller

• On-site PFBC representative who provides information on the emergency to the

Incident Manager in the EOC.

• Source of communication with Fire Services and Police Services

• Is assisted by key personnel dependent on the scale of the response required.

The Incident Controller should be familiar with the emergency Response Plan and the

following roles and responsibilities that will be expected of them in managing/ supporting

any site response:

Overall responsibility on site for the emergency response.

Focal point on site for the local authorities involved in the response;

Management of the Field Team

Working with the Incident Manager in identifying the key issues ,objectives and

strategies for the response;

Direct operations at the scene of the accident or emergency;

Confirm that the appropriate site Emergency procedures are being implemented;

Start and maintain a log;

Ensure clear efficient lines of communication are established with the Field Team

and the Incident Manager;

Make contact with any local authorities that may be assisting with the emergency

and local staff and contractors involved in the initial response;

With the Incident Manager, assess the exposure and develop an initial assessment

and response team member requirements, objectives and structure. Consideration

will include:

o Any implication resulting from fire, explosion, toxicity;

o Size and type of area affected;

o Overall risk to the public, the facilities or the environment;

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Establish an on site Emergency Command system structure to manage the

changing issues arising.

The role of the Incident Controller will be filled by the appropriate Councillor/Designated

Alderman for the district.

The following defines the roles and responsibilities of the respective civil jurisdictions:

Trinidad and Tobago Fire Service

Direct and take overall command of the site and personnel Direct and control evacuation of burgesses Mobilization of fire –fighting resources

Trinidad and Tobago Police Service

Command and direct traffic on evacuation routes. Preserve law and order Restrict unauthorized entry at the scene Evacuation of the public; identification of victims and informing of relatives.

The Police Service shall also be responsible for crowd control and the preservation of law

and order at the site. The Police Service shall also be responsible for notifying the next of

kin in the event of death.

Health Authority

Facilitate triage process;

Assure medical care for the injured;

Advise on sanitary arrangement for evacuees.

The Ministry of Health is responsible for the provision of medical personnel for the

Field Hospital in mass casualty situations, triage, and the coordination of ambulance

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Red Cross ,St. John’s Ambulance Brigade, Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force, Trinidad

and Tobago Mutual Aid Scheme and EMS.

Regional Corporations

Mobilization of resources,

Facilitate evacuation of site,

Identify / provide temporary shelter for the displaced.

In mass casualty situation the Point Fortin Borough Corporation will provide a Field

Hospital.

3.3 Sub – Committees Role and Functions See Appendix 17.1 The Point Fortin Committee for Emergency Response.

3.3.1 Communication Committee

The Communications Committee would be responsible for the installation of

radios and other communication equipment at the E.O.C.

The establishment of the network of testing equipment before, during and after

emergency.

Ensuring the proper functioning of antennas, the procurement of batteries and

tools, and the recording in writing of all networks and communication activities

during the activation of the E.O.C.

The Committee head will be responsible for the roster of networking.

3.3.2 Transport Committee

The procurement of all transport needs of the organisation before, during, and

after an emergency as may be necessary.



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Ensure the arrangement of loans of equipment, vehicles, and even stand-by

generators which would be necessary to respond to an emergency and the

recovery stage.

Ensure that all the vehicles of the corporation are well-fuelled and that the keys

are accessible for an emergency response.

3.3.3 Planning and Mitigation Committee

Planning and mitigation before an emergency

Evaluate and conduct qualitative analysis, of drills, response, and hazards that

would ensure capacity building and strengthening of weak areas.

3.3.4 Security and Traffic Management Committee

Headed by the Point Fortin Police, includes the Municipal Police, and whenever

needed, the services of the various Estate Police Services within the community,

as a result of the sensitivity of the area

.The Mayor would procure the services of the Defence Force to assist in matters

of security, rescue, and surveillance should the Police request the assistance.

3.3.5 Survey and Investigations Committee

Headed by the fire services, and would include the technical officers of the

Corporation for the purpose of Damage Analysis and Needs Assessment, and any

other person who may be trained or qualified in these areas of expertise.

Aid and other support in the aftermath of an emergency from other committees

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3.3.6 Shelter Management Committee

Inspection, management, and release of all shelters as well as the liaison with

principals of schools for the keys, furniture i.e. cots, blinds, and mattresses, and

for proper record keeping according to Standard Operations Procedures.

Conduct inspections before an emergency and to recommend any retrofitting that

may be necessary to the relevant authority.

Ensure the termination of the use of a shelter, the area is cleaned and sanitized to

the satisfaction of Public Health Authorities.

3.3.7 Rations and Resource Procurement Committee

Procurement and preparations of rations for emergency shelters.

Procurement of resources from other Governmental and Private Sector agencies

that may be necessary for the response of a particular hazard by way of specific

resource listing. . An inventory of all properties of the committee must be kept.

3.3.8 Medical and First Aid Committee

The Medical Chief of Staff at the Point Fortin Area Hospital heads the Committee.

Administration of all Medical Services during an emergency, including Field

First Aid. In the event of mass casualty situation, the Medical Chief of Staff

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3.3.9 Information and Training Committee

This committee would gather and collate all relevant information as regards to the

operations of the organization in each phase.

Preserve information detailed above same in proper archives for use as future

reference material.

Analyze and recommend the training needs of all personnel in every endeavour of

operations.

3.3.10 Recovery and Rehabilitation Committee

This Committee would be responsible for:-

The coordination of the recovery and the rehabilitation efforts, including the

social welfare division, with special response to the needs of the differently able

Provision of data to the Planning and Mitigation Committee for future reference.

4.0 Activation of the Emergency Response Plan

[a] The Emergency Plan shall become activated upon the Declaration of a National

Emergency or a Local Emergency.

[b] The Chairman of the Committee or his alternate in consultation with the

Emergency Response Coordinator is authorized to mobilize any portion of, or the whole

organization to provide for any Emergency, whether it is national or local.

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4.1 Actions following receipt of an Emergency notification.

The prescribed response actions of the Point Fortin Community Emergency Response

Committee will follow the Procedures as issued by the Office of Disaster Preparedness

and Management (ODPM).

1. Draft National Flood Contingency

2. National Land SAR Plan

3. Tropical Storm Contingency

4. The National Framework for Damage Assessment and Needs Analysis

4.2 Community Notification in the event of an emergency

In the event of community notification is required the Corporation will despatch a mobile

public address system to the communities to the communities within Point Fortin or

utilise door to door contact. See Appendix i7.8 for sample alert and warning messages.

4.3 The Emergency Operations Centre

The Emergency Operations Centre is set up at the Town Hall, George Road, Mahaica,

and Point Fortin and will be clearly defined by the relevant sign and contains the

following:

Auxiliary Power

Telephones

2-way Radio

Television with cable connection

Compilation of MSDS’s of chemicals utilised within facilities in Point Fortin

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Multimedia with screen

Copy machine

Stationary

White board

Access to restroom, kitchen facility.

4.4 Shelters

The following are the designated shelters for the community of Point Fortin:

Pre- Storm Shelters:

Point Fortin West Secondary School;

Point Fortin R.C. School/New Wing;

Point Fortin A.C. School

South West Regional Sports Complex;

Fanny Village Community Centre;

Post-Storm Shelters

Point Fortin East Secondary School; - Egypt Main Road

Gonzales Community Centre; - Gonzales Village

St. Rose R.C. Church – Gonzales Village

Alternate Shelters

New village Community Centre – Pilgrim Street, New Village

Mt. Beulah Evangelical Baptist Church – Warden Road

Point Fortin Open Bible Cathedral – Guapo Cap de Ville Main Road

Church of Christ – Bryce Road

Post-Storm Shelters would only be activated after inspection by the Building and Public

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All shelters must be regularly inspected by the Building and Public Health Inspectors,

any detected defects, must be reported promptly to the relevant authorities for urgent

retrofitting.

All shelters must be properly identified by the sign, “EMERGENCY SHELTER”, with

red lettering and a white background. Post-Storm shelters are not to be identified in this

manner. They would be identified only as post-storm shelters after they have been

verified as structurally worthy and fit for occupation.

As far as practicable, all shelters should be staffed and ready before occupation begins.

4.5 Emergency Call out Procedures

See Appendix 17.4 “Emergency Call—out Procedures for a series of actions that should

be followed in the event that an emergency call out of personnel is necessary.

5.0 IDENTIFICATION OF HAZARDS

There are two types of Hazards that can affect the Community of Point Fortin, and are

classified as (1) Natural disasters and (2) Man-made Hazards:

5.1 Natural Hazards

These can be classified in two categories: Hydro-Meteorological and Geological.

5.1.1 Hydro-Meteorological

The Hazards associated with weather such as Tropical Storms, and Hurricanes, Floods,

Storm Surges and Landslides.

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The Hurricane Season in the Atlantic Zone extends from June 1st to November 30th each

year. Data from the Meteorological Service shows that we are in the zone and are more

likely to be affected by a system during the months of August and September either

directly or indirectly. Systems first begin as a Tropical Depression, then to a Tropical

Storm, and further to a Hurricane.

i. A Tropical Depression – A circulation in which the sustained winds at the

Earth’s surface are equal to or less than 62 kmph

ii. A Tropical Storm – A circulation in which the sustained winds at the Earth’s

surface are in the range of 63 kmph to 118 kmph.

iii. A Hurricane - A circulation in which the sustained winds at the Earth’s

surface are greater than 118 kmph

The Meteorological Services is the agency in Trinidad and Tobago with the

responsibility for early warnings in the event of the passage of a Tropical Cyclone

System. Should there be a bulletin from the Met Services of an alert, it would come in

the form of (a) a storm or hurricane watch or (b) a storm or hurricane warning.

[a] A STORM OR HURRICANE WATCH means that Trinidad and Tobago could be

affected by the passage of a system within 36 hours. This could be updated to

[b] A STORM OR HURRICANE WARNING which means that Trinidad and

Tobago could be affected by the passage of a system within 24 hours.

Should there be a bulletin at “A”: all personnel of the Emergency Response

Committee would be placed on alert.

Should there be a bulletin at “B”: all personnel of the Emergency Response

Committee would be activated.

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1. The Emergency Operations Centre Activated.

2. The Heads of the following Sub-Committees reports to the Emergency Response

Coordinator at the E.O.C; Communications, Transport, Security, Survey and

Investigation, Search and Rescue, Shelter and Rations, First Aid and Medical, and

any other personnel so designated by the Emergency Response Coordinator

3. All emergency shelters –activated personnel to man the stations, and security and

medical personnel posted to shelters. This includes personnel responsible for the

Preparation of Rations

4. Communication Personnel to control their posts, ensuring that radios are in good

order, ensuring that there are back-up batteries, flashlights, other emergency lighting ,

tools and writing materials.

5. Transport- Personnel must ensure all working vehicles are fuelled and parked at

Festival Square with available keys.

6. First Aid and Medical Personnel should collect First Aid Kits and stand by.

7. Point Fortin Area Hospital must activate their emergency plan and stand by.

8. There would be a roll call of all personnel with the view of having stand by personnel

should duty personnel have to be spelled.

9. T&TEC and TSTT Personnel to join the E.O.C.

10. Strategy meeting takes place, chaired by Emergency Response Coordinator.

11. Up-date – Review of Information from MET Services. If the intensity of the system is

high there may be a need to evacuate low-lying areas.

N.B. As a matter of priority Notification is given to Atlantic L.N.G. and Trinmar Ltd. for

evacuation of offshore personnel

5.1.1.2 Floods

Associated with Tropical Cyclone Systems is Heavy Rainfall. Areas prone to flooding are

Guapo, Egypt, Techier and Cap de Ville.

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1. Floods are consistent with the passage of a system. Actions would be simultaneous

with actions of tropical cyclone response.

2. Alternate routes direction Instituted

3. Police service –Traffic control.

4. Search and rescue by coast guard and fire service where necessary

5. Affected residents evacuated to shelters if the need arises.

5.1.1.3 STORM SURGE:

Also associated with the passage of a cyclone system are storm surges. This occurs when

accompanying winds forces drive waves to heights which are higher than

normal .Cyclones in this region rotate in a anti-clockwise direction; therefore areas along

the west coast could most likely be prone; Cap de Ville, Sea view, Fanny Village, Point

Ligoure, and Clifton Hill .If there is a high tide, the situation could be critical and

residents in low lying coastal areas will have to be evacuated.

Action

Same as flood response.

Police, Fire, and Coast Guard personnel are to be deployed as a priority to conduct

evacuation.

5.1.1.4 Landslides:

Prolonged periods of rainfall, associated with Tropical Cyclones also cause Landslides

and Mudslides. Areas prone to landslide include portions along Warden Road and the

coastal areas of Point Fortin.

Action:

1. Mobilisation for alternate routes by Police

2. Traffic control by Police

3. Implementation of necessary cautionary signs and warning.

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5.1.1.5 Mini Tornados:

Recorded are three instances of the Spawning of Mini Tornados which caused extensive

damage to residents in three areas. Although these incidents were isolated, the fact

remains that the possibility and vulnerability still exists.

5.1.2 Geological Hazards:

Earthquakes, Volcanoes and other Geo-related faults form this classification.

5.1.2.1 Earthquakes:

When an earthquake occurs, waves move through the earth’s crust. Earthquakes occur

mainly along the edges of rigid sections of the earth’s crust called plates. These plates

slide slowly on hot rock beneath them. Pressure builds where the edges of these plates

grind or push against each other. When the pressure grows too great, rocks break and the

earth shifts or quakes. Trinidad and Tobago is situated along the southern line of the

Caribbean Plate. Data from the Seismic Research Unit shows would show earthquakes

occurring in Trinidad and Tobago but these earthquakes are of low intensity and

magnitude, the highest being measured as 6.5 on the Richter scale. Tremors are felt in

Point Fortin but they are also low in intensity yet there always remains the possibility of a

high intensity earthquake.

Action:

Strict adherence to building codes and regulations are recommended to help in

counteracting the damage should an earthquake occur. Unfortunately, the phenomenon

cannot be forecasted, and therefore there is no early warning system in place. However,

during an earthquake the following is advised:

1. Protect your head and face, and get under a sturdy desk or table.

2. Stay away from glass windows, any glass or heavy objects.

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4. Stand in a strong doorway.

5. Do not use elevators.

6. If on the street, move away from buildings to avoid breaking glass and falling

building material such as concrete.

7. If in a vehicle, pull over to a clear spot, and stay in the vehicle.

After Earthquake/Advisories:

1. Check for fires

2. Check for injuries and administer First Aid

3. Check utilities and shut off if necessary.

4. Check house for serious damage and evacuate only if it were a threat of the

building collapsing.

5. Report damage to the Fire Service or other relevant authorities.

6. Clear up hazardous material.

7. Secure property but stay away from areas weakened by the quake.

8. Assess your situation and take action to improve your preparedness in the future.

Do not:

1. Light a match or turn on a light switch, unless you are absolutely sure there

is no gas leak.

2. Touch fallen power lines.

5.1.2.2 Volcanoes:

There are no known records of volcanic activities that have affected the community of

Point Fortin or any fault line that would connect the community to any known volcanic

hazard. However, the activities of the submarine volcano “Kick em Jenny”, off Grenada,

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it erupt, would generate very large swells which would impact on the North and Western

coastline resulting in erosion. Should this occur, it would affect operations at West Coast

ports and offshore oil installations. The Seismic Research Unit is monitoring the situation

clearly and would advise promptly of any adverse activity.

5.2 Man-made Hazards:

Disasters which are termed as man-made occurs when people misuse technology, ignore

critical environmental processes, construct complex systems that fail, and most likely as a

result of human error. These types of hazards include Automobile Accidents, failures in

oil and gas pipelines, and the release of toxic chemicals at petro-Chemical Plants, and

storage areas and fires in industrial and urban areas. There also exists the problem of an

Oil well Blow, resulting in spills both on land and sea.

6.0 Identification of Areas and Scenarios

The Community of Point Fortin accommodates a whole network of large motor

vehicles transporting gasoline, diesel, industrial gases, and other toxic chemicals essential

for the running of industries. The road network was not developed to accommodate the

easy manoeuvring of such vehicles, and it seems that a major incident can occur in any

matter of time, for example the spilling of cargo, that could lead to a mass casualty

situation. The Frisco Junction and the FCB Roundabout are vulnerable areas for a

potential accident, compounded by the unlawful parking of Maxi Taxis which creates a

hazard for other vehicles and pedestrian traffic.

Action:

(a) The Police Service and the Traffic Management Branch, together with Municipal and

Industrial Agencies meet urgently to plan mitigation strategies for remedial actions for

both the short term and long term to abate the hazard.



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(b) Security Personnel also E.R. Personnel of Oil Companies to increase patrol to

installations and areas exposed to gas and oil pipelines in the interim.

(c) In the event of an emergency, the Point Fortin Area Hospital will activate Emergency

Plans with backup services at the San Fernando General Hospital, with burn and trauma

units.

7.0 National Oil Spill Contingency Plan

In the event of an oil spill:

7.1 On land:

Under the provisions of the plan, PETROTRIN is the coordinator of response and clean

up with the Emergency Committee providing support services as required.

7.2 On the sea:

Under the provisions of the plan, TRINMAR is the coordinator of response, and clean up,

with the Emergency committee providing support services as required.

In each event the Ministry of Energy must be informed notwithstanding how minor the

spill may be.

8.0 Mass Casualty Situation

In the event of a mass casualty situation, the Head of the Point Fortin Area Hospital

would determine the staging Triage area, and medical staff needed. The Emergency

Response Coordinator assists in sourcing resources, both human and physical, i.e.

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9.0 Pre-Emergency Planning

Meetings of the stakeholders for the Point Fortin Emergency Response Plan are held

every third Tuesday of the month. In this forum company representatives will:

• Discuss joint response procedures, and,

• Coordinate activities between stakeholders

• Share Emergency Response Plans and resources

10.0 Activation of Alarms

The Activation of an industrial alarm system signifies that there has been a critical

accident; residents are expected to avoid or distance themselves from the affected areas,

as they could and would obstruct the Emergency Response Personnel, and endanger

themselves to the existing hazard.

Upon the Declaration of an Emergency, each agency, which has its own Emergency Plan,

would execute its plans through the directions of the Emergency Response Coordinator at

the Emergency Operations Centre.

10.1 Initiating an Emergency Response

While the Community Emergency Response Plan has been designed to promote the

highest level of self-sufficiency for disaster response within the Borough of Point Fortin,

there will always be some circumstances where regional or state resources will be

necessary.

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It will always be possible to scale down the response later, however if you wait too

long to make notifications and/or requests for assistance, response time may not

occur quickly to benefit the community.

The initial responses that outline immediate actions to be taken in case of a local

emergency are detailed in:-

Appendix 17.4 Emergency call-out procedures

Appendix 17.10: Response Checklists for Earthquakes, Storm/ Hurricanes/ Flood or

landslide.

10.2 Evacuation Plan

If the need for an evacuation of the Borough of Point Fortin or any of its municipalities is

required the Point Fortin Corporation in conjunction with the Trinidad and Tobago Police

Service (TTPS) in Point Fortin and /or Point Fortin Municipal Police will notify residents

with the use of a mobile public address system. The Communication to residents will

provide brief information on the emergency, possible threats to residents and the location

and suggested routes to designated shelters.

The Councillors are assigned to each electoral District , they will do as follow:

1. Assist in coordinating the evacuation activity of all residents. In addition he/she will

ensure that personnel do not re-enter the area until notification is given.

2. Provide required assistance to persons with special needs.

3. Report pertinent information to the EOC (e.g. evacuation status, location of person s

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4. Report on the designated muster area/shelter and await further instruction from

Emergency Coordinator.

11.0 INSTRUCTION AND TRAINING All employees of the Point Fortin Corporation will receive the appropriate training on the

Emergency Response Management Plan as is dictated by their role in the execution of a

response.

Those individual with critical roles in the ER Plan will additionally be evaluated to

ensure their competence in satisfying the requirements of their position.

12.0 DRILLS AND EXERCISES Following the completion of this Community Emergency Response Plan, activities will

be scheduled to allow for all the participants to receive training, exercise and offer

evaluation on the elements of the plan. The exercise will be conducted to promote

awareness, develop capability and confirm awareness or to test the plan. N.B. All of

these elements need not be satisfied in a single exercise.

Regular drills and exercises will be carried out to test the effectiveness of the Emergency

Response Plan and arrangements in an effort to identify the strengths and weaknesses of

the plan. At times this will include the use of off-site emergency services.

Drills and exercises shall be based on the major hazards as identified in the Emergency

Response Plan (ERP) however; these exercises should not be limited to those identified

in the ERP.

Reports on the conduct and outcomes of drills and exercise will be reviewed by a

competent person on behalf of the Point Fortin Corporation and findings shared with the

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13.0 BUDGET

A detailed budget for Emergency response will be prepared based on the allocation from

Local Government.

THE WAY FORWARD 14.0 Implementation The Plan will be implemented through a series of meetings and workshops, at the level of

the community, industries, the Trinidad and Tobago Mutual Aid Scheme (T&TMAS) and

governmental agencies, with an integration of all groups at the Emergency Committee.

The purpose of the meetings would be to sensitize all sectors of the community, to the

various hazards that exist; both natural and man-made; and to cultivate a cultural

awareness, preparedness and response. It would assist in identifying and analyzing the

training needs for response personnel at all sectors. The process would also include drills

and simulation exercises, both table top and full scale.

It is understandable that increased industrial Activity and growing Urbanization will

bring a potential for disaster. The increase of housing communities and their locations in

hazardous areas may increase impact. This means that natural and man-made hazards will

have more opportunity to occur, even with more severe effects.

While us in our community and by extension the nation, has not have many disasters to

learn from, we can and must learn from natural and man-made disasters, which keep

occurring around the world almost on a daily basis. Let us therefore cultivate attitudes of

disaster preparedness

15.0 CONCLUSION

The Hazard Reduction Process does not rely solely on the clever use of technology. It is

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Hazard risk and the willingness to act on this awareness lies both in personal and in

public policy. If we act together, we can apply our expertise, resourcefulness and

enthusiasm. Additionally, we would be able to achieve disaster reduction, reduce human

tragedy and economic loss, which are consequences of disasters.

Mahaica, Point Fortin will be clearly defined by the relevant sign.

16.0 The Emergency Operations Centre

The Emergency Operations Centre which is located at the Town Hall, George Road, Mahaica and Point Fortin will be clearly defined by the relevant sign. 16.1 Composition of the Community Response Committee

The Committee shall consist of the following Personnel and Agencies:

The Mayor of Point Fortin: Ex officio- Chairman

The C E.O. of Point Fortin Corporation- Ex officio- Coordinator

The Coordinator: A Senior Member of Staff of the Corporation.

Internal

The Councillors of each District.

The Coordinator

The Town Superintendent

The Accountant II

The Officer in charge of the Municipal Police

The Senior P.H. Inspector

Any other officers designated by the C.E.O. (P.I.R.O)

External Government Agencies

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The Coast Guard

The Point Fortin Area Hospital

The Point Fortin Civic Centre

The South West Regional Sport Complex

The Point Fortin Junior Secondary School

The Point Fortin R.C. School

The Maintenance Training and Security Co. Point Fortin

E.M.S. Ambulance Point Fortin

The Civilian Conservation Corps

The Point Fortin Health Centre

T&TEC (Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission)

TSTT (Telecommunications Service of Trinidad and Tobago)

The Ministry of Agriculture

CEPEP

WASA (Water and Sewage Authority)

Social Welfare Division

The Point Fortin A.C. School

The National Insurance Board

T&T Connect

Ministry of Sport and Youth Affairs

Immigration Office

Customs and Excise

Industrial Agencies

Atlantic L.N.G. Company of Trinidad And Tobago

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Bechtel

Tracmac

Venture Oil

S And D Contractors

Theo Richards Contractors

Super Industrial Services (Sis)

Shade Contractors

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Non-Governmental Organisations

Point Fortin Radio Group

React

The Point Fortin Breakfast Centre

The Point Fortin Chamber Of Commerce

Rotary Club

Point Fortin Red Cross

St. John’s Ambulance

The Point Fortin R.C. Church

The Point Fortin A.C. Church

The Village Council

Point Fortin Women’s Federation

Habitat for Humanity

Other groups as may be necessary.

Sub-Committees

Communications

Transport

Planning And Mitigation

Security And Traffic Management

Survey And Investigations (Search And Rescue)

Shelter Management

Ration And Resource Procurement

First Aid And Medical

Recovery And Rehabilitation

Information And Training

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Appendix 17.8: Sample Alert and Warning Messages

General Information Message

“At (time) today, (jurisdiction name) public safety officials reported an (describe the

event, emergency incident). The (event) occurred at (location and time) today. The

(person in charge) and/or Chief Fire Officer request that all persons in (name of district

of the Borough of Point Fortin) should listen to the radio or television for further

information”.

Shelter in Place Message

“At (time) today, (jurisdiction name) public safety officials reported an industrial

accident involving hazardous materials. The accident occurred at (location and time)

today. The (person in charge) and/or Chief Fire Officer request that all persons in

(name of district of the Borough of Point Fortin) should remain inside their houses or

other closed buildings until their radio, television or public safety officials say they can

leave safely. If you are in the affected areas, go indoors and remain inside. Turn off

ventilation and cooling systems. Close all windows, doors and vents and cover cracks

with tape and wet rags. Keep pets and children inside. If you are inside and experience

difficulty breathing, cover your mouth and nose with a damp cloth. If you are outside,

cover your nose and mouth with a handkerchief or other cloth until you can reach a

building. Failure to follow these instructions may result in exposure to the hazardous

material. Listen to the radio or television for further instructions. This message will be

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Prepare to evacuate message

“At (time) today, (jurisdiction name) public safety officials reported a potentially

serious condition involving (description of situation). The accident is occurring at

(location). The (person in charge) and /or Chief Fire Officer request all persons in

(name of district of the Borough of Point Fortin) to stay indoors and prepare to

evacuate. If you are in your home, gather all necessary medications and clothing. You do

not need to evacuate at this time, but stay tuned to this station for further instructions.

This message will be repeated at intervals until conditions change.

Evacuation Message

“At (time) today, (jurisdiction name) public safety officials reported an incident

involving (description of situation). The incident occurred at (location and time). The

(person in charge) and/or Chief Fire Officer request all persons in

(Name of district of the Borough of Point Fortin) to evacuate the area in an orderly

manner. Please take the following actions to secure your home before you leave

(instructions may include shutting off gas, water and electricity, etc.) Drive or walk

towards (evacuation route). Emergency personnel will be along this route to direct you

out of the area. Please observe normal traffic laws. Failure to leave the area may result in

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Appendix 17.9: Emergency Call-Out Procedures

Whenever an emergency occurs, the Fire Service is the first responder and must

be called at the following emergency number ( • 990 or • 648-2245/0100)

The Fire Station Sentry would simultaneously call the Police at

(• 999 or • 648-0200/0400).

When the nature of the call warrants assistance by other units, the Fire Station

Sentry will call any of the following as necessary:

◌ Atlantic LNG Control Room 648-2916 ext. 2069

◌ Petrotrin ……………………..648 - 3333

◌ T & TEC……………………... 648 – 2791/1779

◌ Trinmar ………………………648 – 2210

Should there be a casualty situation, the Senior Fire Officer will instruct the Fire

Station Sentry to call the Hospital at emergency numbers

(• 648 – 3281/3121/3234) to prepare for incoming casualties, Ambulance Service

response is available from the following:

◌ Atlantic LNG…………………..648-2916 ext. 2069

◌ Petrotrin……………………….648-3333

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If the Incident Commander/Senior Fire Officer assesses the need for Community

Emergency response, he will instruct the Fire Station Sentry to call the Borough

Emergency Co-ordinator at ( • 648- 6656/1486 or 648-2124 ext. 261).

The Emergency Response Co-ordinator will then initiate further response and

resources through the Emergency Operations Centre using the contact listing.

After the emergency, a stand down must be announced by the Emergency Response

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Listings of Pharmacies and Hardwares

PHARMACIES SOUTH ZONE PHARMACY ANDERSON RAGBIR SARVY

648-3235 740-6005 740-5524

H and R Drugs KENNY ROGER

705-9134 389-7381

C&M PHARMACY CHANDARBHAN MAHARAJ

648-4478 ( WORK) 620-0478 677-5369 (HOME)

HARDWARES R J 'S HARDWARE 648-6688 H.A. HARDWARE BRIDGELALSINGH 648-4971 / 2 MR. MOHAMMED SHEIKH 27-29 Guapo Cap de Ville Road 648-3053 / 648-3940 BUDJET HARDWARE Shyona Ramcharan #2 Mainfield Road. Pt. Fortin Imran Ramatally Main Road Pt. Fortin

648-3067 648-3254 / 678-1203

ANGINE BRIDGELALSINGH

HARDWARE Bryce Road Pt.Fortin 648-4971 / 4975

SUPERMARKETS PEIPING SUPERMARKET 44 Adventure Rd. Frisco Jct. Pt. Fortin 648-2165

Committee Role and Functions : See Figure Below



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Mayor

Councillor forPt. Ligoure

Councillor forEgypt

Councillor forCap-de-Ville

Councillor forNew Lands

Councillor forFanny Village

Councillor forGuapo

ChiefExecutive

Officer

Alderman #2Alderman #1

EmergencyResponse

Coordinator

Communications

CommitteeHead

TransportCommitteeHead

Committee for Emergency Response

Planning andMitigationCommitteeHead

SecurityCommitteeHead

Rescue andSurveyCommitteeHead

ShelterManagementCommitteeHead

Resource andRationsCommitteeHead

Medical andFirst AidCommitteeHead

Informationand TrainingCommittee

Recovery andRehabilitationCommitteeHead



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Figure 17.2: Actions following receipt of an Emergency Notification

41.

Notification ofemergency is received

at Corporation.

Complete the “InitialEmergency

Notification Record”

Forward completed “InitialEmergency NotificationRecord” to C.E.O. andEmergency Response

Coordinator (EMR).

C.E.O./EMR willnotify the Mayor of

emergency

Set up the EOC (thelevel of activation will

be based on theadvise of the EMR).

Fire ServicesPolice

TrinmarAtlantic LNG

PetrotrinArea Hospital

The ERC is responsible forcompleting a Callchecklist & log allcommunication

The IC will bedispatched to the

scene of theincident if notalready there

The EOC will laise withthe IC and provide

assistance as reqdired.



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EMERGENCY INITIAL NOTIFICATION RECORD

INSTRUCTION:

When notification of a suspected or potential emergency is received, the receiver of the call shall complete this record of notification and report same to the Manager Pipeline Operations or Assistant Manager Pipeline Operations.

Call Information: Date of Call: Time of Call: Emergency Location: Milepost:

Injuries?: YES NO Description of Injuries:

Fatalities?: YES NO Description of Fatalities: Status of Leak:

Escaping gas? YES NO

Explosion/intensity? YES NO

Liquid pooling? YES NO

Visible cloud? YES NO

Noticeable odour? YES NO

Fluid Entering:

Lake? YES NO

River? YES NO

Other? YES NO

Special considerations: Road/highway YES NO

Electric power lines YES NO

Sewer YES NO

Railroad tracks YES NO

Other Nearest building: Distance from incident

Official(s) at the scene? YES NO

Name of official(s)? Caller's name: Telephone number at the scene:

Estimated time of release: a.m./p.m. Comments: Receiver's name: Signature:

Figure 17. 3- . Emergency Initial Notification Record



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Figure 17.4- Bomb Threat Checklist.

B O M B T H R E A T C H E C K L IS T

C a ll R e c e iv e d b y D a te o f C a ll

W h e n w ill th e b o m b g o o f f?W h e re is th e B o m b lo c a te d ?W h a t d o e s th e B o m b lo o k lik e ?W h a t ty p e o f B o m b is it?W h a t is y o u r n a m e ?W h e re a re y o u c a llin g f ro m ?W h y a re y o u d o in g th is ?

IN S T R U C T IO N S : L IS T E N C A R E F U L L Y F O R T H E F O L L

D e s c r ip t io n o f C a lle r

M a le F e m a le A d u lt

V o ic e a n d S p e e c h C h a ra c te r is

L o u d H ig h P itc h e d R a s p y S o ft D e e p P le a s F a s t D is tin c t S tu tte S lo w D is to r te d N a s a l C a lm R a tio n a l C o h e r A n g ry Ir ra t io n a l In c o h C ry in g L a u g h in g L is p A c c e n t O th e r

B a c k g ro u n d N o is e s

F a c to ry S tre e t T ra ff ic Q u ie t O ffic e M a c h in e ry M u s ic A irp o r t P a r ty A n im a V o ic e s P A S y s te m S ta tic O th e r

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Appendix 17.3: Communication Listing

OPERATORS

Trinmar 648-2011/ 0888

Atlantic LNG 648-2916 EXT 2069/ 2167

Petrotrin 648-3416/ 3392/ 3446

TRACMAC 648-5093/ 647-6065

Bechtel 648-2479 EXT 367

THEO RICHARDS 648-0556/ 678-8457

SIS 648-1406

S&D CONST. LTD 648-3350

VENTURE 677-87 /4876

SHADE GEN. CONTR. 648-1420/ 5353

MEDICAL AND FIRST AID

Health care 648-2329

Hospital 648-2191/ 4110

Red Cross 648-6285/ 774-0579

St. John’s Ambulance 648-1445/ 627-7792/6983

EMS Ambulance 653-4343/ 624-4343

L. Villafana & Son Safety Supply Co. 652-4265/ 662-1569

A.A Laquis & Company 624-4259/ 6995

POINT FORTIN BOROUGH COUNCIL

P.F.B.C 648-2124/ 2868/ 2869

Mayor 648-0451/ 753-6100

C.E.O 648-4424/ 0555/ 682-8591

Emergency Coordinator 648-2124 EXT 261

648-6656/

648-1486/ 398-6410

ODPM 640-1285/8653

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NON-GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES

Point Fortin R.C. Church 648-2206

Point Fortin A.C. Church 648-2212

Point Fortin Breakfast Centre 648-2304

REACT 682-4651/683-1817/

Rotary Club 648-1303 EXT 8229

Point Fortin Chamber of Commerce 648-2484

SCHOOLS

Point Fortin R.C. School 648-3286

Point Fortin E.C. School 648-0369

EXTERNAL GOVERNMENT AGENCIES

Point Fortin Police 648-2426/0200/3337

Point Fortin Fire Station 648-2245/0100/0300

Municipal Police 648-4634/2124 EXT239

Coast Guard 690-1195

Point Fortin Civic Centre 648-2371/0246

S.W.R. Sports Company 648-4266/4137

P.F.R.G. 648-0804

Social Welfare 648-1751

Civilian Conservation Corps 651-1850

Ministry of Agriculture 648-2384

M.T.S. 648-3232

CEPEP 648-2923/775-3567

MET Services 669-4392/4282/5465

Trinidad and Tobago Fire Service 625-3222/3

Trinidad and Tobago Police Service 623-5191/4171

Trinidad and Tobago Prison Service 624-4202

Trinidad and Tobago Regiment 625-4482/2701/1488

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UTILITIES

WASA 648-3324

T&TEC 648-2792/2791

TSTT 648-2499

TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO DEFENCE FORCE

Defence Force Headquarters 634-4463/4554

Trinidad and Tobago Coast Guard – Staubles 634-4439/4440

Trinidad and Tobago Regiment – Camp Ogden 622-1488/2701/4482

Trinidad and Tobago Regiment – Cumuto Barracks 667-8330/33/44

Appendix 17.10 Response Checklist:

Response Checklist: Earthquake



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Situation Notifications and Contacts Actions

Response

Phase:

For information on earthquake and verification:

ODPM: 640-1285 MET Office: 669-4282/4392

To be on the alert: Trinidad and Tobago Fire

Services: 990 F.S.O. Point Fortin 648-2245/0100

Trinidad and Tobago Police Service 999 or 648-0200.

Area Hospital Director 648-2191

On the alert if death occurs: Area Hospital Director 648-2191 Trinmar EHS 648-0880/2210 ext.224 Petrotrin 648-3446/3392 ALNG Co. Ltd. 648-2916 ext.

2069

Activate E.O.C Warn citizens of the dangers

of weakened or collapsing building

Survey existing communications and develop communications plan.

Notify medical/hospitals of injuries/deaths.

Control fire and hazardous material releases.

Maintain public order and crowd control.

Continue to disseminate public information.

Establish shelters. Secure evacuated areas. Establish safe locations for

emergency medical care. Arrange for medical

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Response Checklist: Storms/Hurricane/Floods

Recovery Phase: Earthquake has occurred

Ensure that all organisations are listed under WARNING

RESPONSE phases have been notified as appropriate

Review Warning and Response checklists.

Coordinate recovery

activities with other response agencies.

Identify safety hazards and

undertake corrective action. Arrange for debris clearance.

Coordinate disaster aid

centres for individual/family aid applications.

Liaise with authorities in the

Utilities to assist where necessary regarding restoration of damaged utilities.

Arrange for emergency

housing as necessary. Initiate Community Healing

programs as needed.

Work on monetary damage

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Situation Notifications and Contacts Actions Warning Phase: Threat of Storm, Hurricane ,or Flooding exist Response Phase: Storm,

For information: Met office: 669-4282/4392 ODPM: 640-1285 To be on the alert:

Trinidad and Tobago Fire Services: 990 / 648-2245/0100

Trinidad and Tobago Police Service: 999/ 648-0200

Coast Guard 690-1195

On alert if death occurs:

Area Hospital Director

648-2191 Point Fortin Health

Centre. 648-2329 Trinmar EHS 648-0880 ext. 224 or 648-2210 Petrotrin 648-3446/3392 ALNG Co. Ltd. 648-2916 ext. 2021 or 2069 or 2999 Social Welfare

Division 648-3295/1751

Civilian Conservation Corp. 651-1850

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Hurricane, or flooding id occurring.

Civilian Conservation Corp. 651-1850

Trinidad and Tobago Fire Service – 990

F.S.O Point Fortin 648-2245/0100

Municipal Resources

Review Warning checklist.

Establish a watch

observation system for flood progression.

Continue to

disseminate public information.

Limit travel/

recreation in affected areas.

Facilitate relocation

of displaced residents.

Establish shelters, if

necessary and coordinate with Red Cross, shelters and assisting agencies.

Secure evacuated

areas. Estimate extent of

damage. Response Phase: Flooding has occurred

Ensure that all organisations listed under WARNING and RESPONSE phases have been notified, as appropriate

Review Warning and Response Checklists.

Coordinate recovery

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hazards and undertake corrective action.

Arrange for debris

clearance.

Work to restore

damaged utilities and transportation systems.

Arrange for

emergency housing as necessary.

Coordinate disaster

aid centres for individual/family aid applications.

Initiate Community

Healing Programs as needed.

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Response Checklist: Landslides Situation Notifications and Contacts Actions Warning Phase: Threat of a landslide exists

To be on the Alert: Trinidad and

Tobago Fire Services: 990

F.S.O. Point Fortin 648-2245/0100.

Trinidad and Tobago Police Services

999/ 648-0200. Coast Guard

690-1195. Municipal Response

Teams.

Identify areas at risk .

Evaluate need for

evacuation.

Identify safe areas

suitable for relocating evacuees.

Determine whether

roadways or transportation facilities are at risk.

Estimate number of

evacuees and arrange for relocation.

Arrange for public

alert and warnings as necessary.

Inventory of heavy

equipment for use in response and recovery.

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Keep records of actions taken and resources used.

Response Phase: Landslide is occurring

On the alert if death occurs: Area Hospital

Director 648-2191. Point Fortin Health

Centre 648-2329. Trinmar EHS 648-0880 ext.224 or 648-2210. Petrotrin 648-3446/3392. ALNG Co. Ltd. 648-2916 ext. 2069. Social Welfare

Division 648-3295. Civilian

Conservation Corp. 651-1850.

Emergency Shelters. Relocation Assistance

Civilian Conservation Corp. 648-1850.

Trinidad and Tobago Fire Service 990.

F.S.O. Point Fortin 648-2245/0100. Municipal resources

Review warning Checklist.

Establish a watch

observation or EOC if necessary.

Continue to

disseminate information to the public.

Limit

travel/recreation in affected areas.

Facilitate relocation

of displaced residents.

Establish shelters, if

necessary and coordinate with Red Cross, Shelters and assisting agencies.

Secure evacuated

areas. Estimate extent of

damage.

Recovery Phase:

Ensure that all

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Landslide has occurred organisations listed under WARNING and RESPONSE phases have been notified, as appropriate.

and Response Checklists.

Coordinate recovery

activities with state relief agencies and other charitable organisations.

Identify safety

hazards and undertake corrective action.

Arrange for debris

clearance.

Work to restore damaged utilities and transportation systems.

Arrange for

emergency housing as necessary.

Coordinate disaster

aid centres for individual/family aid applications.

Initiate Community

Healing programs as needed.

Work on monetary

damage estimates for disaster declaration.



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point fortin community emergency response plan

Documents

response committee

emergency notification

response checklist

communication committee

training committee

committee roles

rehabilitation committee

investigations committee