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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRISK MANAGEMENT BUS~SS~E~2RTME~ N~Vm: ©-Z~ ADDRESS: PROJECT DESCRIPTION: PROJECT NUMBER: TIME DATE: NAME: CHGD: COMMENTS: PROJECT COMPLETION: DATE: ~"~ !: OCCIDENTAL EXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION COMPS, NY ~ . '~ ' i 2001Discovery Drive, P.O. 'Box 1 2021, B9keisfield, CA 93389:2021 - Telephone 805 321-6000 Telex 682421 OXYPETE BAK A Fax 805 3~2-7457 Howard H. Wines, III Office of EnvirOnmental Services, City of Bakersfield Fire Department 1715 Chester Ave. Bakersfield, CA. 93301 Mr. Wines, From our conversation this morning regarding Occidental's Risk Management and Prevention Program (RMPP) recertification, this letter is to inform you that our facility no longer utilizes anhydrous ammonia for our reprOduction operations. Aqueous ammonia has been in use for Our two blueline machines since 1991. As I informed you, effective April 12, 1996, reproduction operations will be moving from Oxy Plaza, 1200 Discovery Drive, to our ReCord Storage Building, 4901 Commerce Drive. I have instructed our reproduction personnel to keep no more than 50 gallons of aqueous ammonia on site at any one time. This will ensure that we stay under the 55 gallon rePortable quantity amount. AttaChed is the signed self certification letter and a cOpy from the City of Bakersfield, Public Works Department regarding the dispoSal of spent ammonia into the City sewer system. If there are any questions regarding this matter, you may contact me at 321-6355. Thank You, craig Karns Assistant Safety Coordinator. An Occidental Oil and Gas company SELF, CERTIFICATION The RMPP originally consisted of either eliminating, substituting, or else reducing the type and quantity of acutely hazardous materials below the threshold planning quantities, and this is still in effect. (If yes, please check this box and sign the Certification Statement below and retum this form). Pleaee submit updates and changes for any of the following elements: Check as Reviewed [ ] The RMPP shall identify, by title, all personnel at the business who are responsible for carrying out the specific elements of the RMPP, and their respective responsibilities. [ ] ^ detailed training program to ensure that those persons specified in the RMPP are able to implement the RMPP. [ ] A description of each accident involving acutely hazardous materials since the RMPP Was prepared, together with a ..... d escription_of_t h e.u nderlyir~g.causes.of_th e_a ccident~and_the~measuresJake~,.if, any. ~_to_~aw3id=a~ecu r. rence, of~i~r accident. '[ ] A report specifying the nature, age, and condition of the equipment used to handle acutely hazardous materials at the facility and any schedules for testing and maintenance. [ ] Design, operating, and maintenance controls which minimize the risk of an accident involving acutely hazardous materials. [ ] Detection, monitoring, or.automatic control systems to minimize potential acutely hazardous materials accident risks. [ ] The implementation of additional steps to be taken to reduce the risk of an accident involving acutely hazardous materials. These actions may include any of the following: ·Installation of alarm, detection, monitoring, or automatic control devices. Equipment modifications, repairs, or additions. Changes in the operations, procedures, maintenance schedules, or facility design. [ ] Auditing and inspection programs designed to confirm that the RMPP is effectively carried out. [ ] Recordkeeping procedures for the RMPP. [ ] A clearly prepared map noting the location of the facility which shows schools, residential areas, hospitals, health care facilities and child day care facilities and the zones of vulnerability, including the levels of expected exposure in each ._ zone. If_no suc__h map was prepared 9riginally._one is now required. Please _call 326-3979 for more details. CERTIFICATION STATEMENT I, Ronnie Bryson hereby certify that I have reviewed the existing Risk Management (Name of Facility Operator) and Prevention Plan (RMPP) for Ocr±dental Plaza and that it, along with any (Name of Facility) corrections or additions submi/t~~utes a current and complete RMPP according to the checklist above. April 11, 1996 (Signature) (Date) Please mail this "Self-Certification" form along with any corrections and additional RMPP information to: Bakersfield Fire Department, Office of EnVironmental Services 1715 Chester Ay. 3rd Floor Bakersfield, CA 93301 B 'A K E R S F. I E L D .... ' PUBLIC 'WORKS DEPARTMENT 1501~TRUXTUN AVENUE BAKERSFIELD. CALIFORNIA 93301 (805) 326-3'/24 · ED W. SCHULZ. DIRECTOR · CITY ENGINEER January, 29, 1993 Mr. Bill Garrett Occidental International· E &'P, Co. 1200 Discovery Drive Bakersfield, Ca. '93389-2021 Re: DisCharge of'Ammonia waste Dear Mr. GarretS: "As a'follow up to our telephone conVersation between you and. City Staff on January 14, 1993, this letter shall Serve as a..notification regarding the discharge Of ammonia.waste from your facility into the City sewer~system.' Based upon the information you provided Us, it has been determined that You can dispose of your ammonia waste, which has a pH less'than 12 units, into · the City sewer sYstem.at this time. Further evaluation of this waste will be conducted in the future. An on site inspection may be conducted as a follow.up, to this letter. If you' haVe any ·questions, please call Don Richardson or myself at 835- 0364. Very truly yours, ED W. 'SCHULZ Publ~ic~Works-Di-rector Wen-Shi Cheung. Wastewater ~Supervisor II DR/ll B6: PERMIT\OCC. PMT .. P 390 214 5~2 I .. Rece~'for~ ~,. Certified Mail No Insurance Coverage Provided ~'~s~-~ Do not'use for International Mail -' *(See Reverse) _ ~e~ RICE, MAINTENANCE SPRV~I~ Street and No. 1200 DiScovERY WAY ~.O., State and ZIP Code 'I%AKF.]~.~FIF. I.D, CA 93309 - >ostage -. $ .3 2 ~ertified Fee 1 . 10 S~ecial Delivery Fee ~estricted Delivery Fee i ~eturn Receipt Showing 1 o ].0 tO Whom & Date Delivered _ '"Return Receipt Showing to Whom, _-Date, and Addressee's Address 3''TOTAL Postage .'. $~ 2 · 5 2 ~ & Fees. -- 2' POstmark Or Date ' ~ · CITY Of BAKERSFIELD FIRE DEPARTMENT FIRE SAFETY SERVICES & OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES  1715 CHESTER AVE. · BAKERSFIELD, CA · 93301 April 2, 1996 R.E. HUEY R.B. TOBIAS~ HAZ-MAT COORDINATOR FIRE MARSHAL (805) 326-3979 (805) 326-3951 Ed Rice, Maintenance Supervisor - OIEPC 1200 Discovery Way Bakersfield, CA 93309 Certified Mail NOTICE OF RECERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT for the RISK MANAGEMENT and PREVENTION PLAN "Self-Certification Process" Dear Mr. Rice: Approximately. three to five years ago, you or someone under direction from your facility submitted a Risk Management and Prevention Plan (RMPP) document to this office. State law requires that your business review the RMPP every three to five years and make necessary revisions. Our records indicate that it is now time for your business to conduct a review of the RMPP document, make any necessary revisions, and submit the "Self-Certification" checklist along with any necessary RMPP changes to this office no later than 30 days after receipt of this letter. To assist you in the review process, the following guidance documents are enclosed: A brief summary' of the current RMPP strategies for your facility. This is only for your convenience, a thorough review of the entire RMPP document is also required. · "Self-Certificati°n'' checklist to be signed and returned along with any RMPP revisions. If you have any questions regarding the RMPP review process, preparation guidelines, or required elements, ~lease call Howard Wines at 326-3979. Sincerely, Howard H. Wines, III Hazardous Materials Technician HHW/dlm enclosures RMPP FIVE YEAR REVIEW BUSINESS NAME: OIEPC LOCATION: 1200 Discovery Way PRIMARY RMPP CONTACT: Ed Rice, Maintenance Supervisor PHONE NUMBER:. (805) 321-6503, 24 hr (805) 834-9051 RMPP MATERIAL & QUANTITY: Ammonia: 6000 cu. ft. RMPP IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES: Removed.gaseous ammonia in December 1991. Now using aqueous ammonia solution. SELF-CERTIFICATION [ ] The RMPP originally consisted of either eliminating, substituting, or else reducing the type and quantity of acutely hazardous materials below the threshold .planning quantities, and this is still in effect. (If yes, please check this box and sign.the Certification Statement below and return this form). Pleaae eubmlt UlXlatee and changes for any ~f the fellowing elemente: Check as Reviewed [ ] The RMPP shall identify, by title, all personnel at the business who are responsible for carrying out the specific elements · of the RMPP, and their respective responsibilities. [ ] A detailed training program to ensure that those persons specified in the RMPP are able to implement the RMPP. [ ] A description of each accident involving acutely hazardous materials since the RMPP was prepared, together with a description of the underlying causes of the accident and the measures taken, if any, to avoid a recurrence of a similar accident. [ ] A report specifying the nature, age, and condition of the equipment used to handle acutely hazardous materials at the facility and any schedules for testing and maintenance. [ ] :Design, operating, and maintenance controls which minimize the risk of an accident involving acutely hazardous materials. [ ] Detection, monitoring, or automatic control systems to minimize potential acutely hazardous materials accident dsks. [ ] The implementation of additional steps to be taken to reduce the risk of an accident involving acutely hazardous materials. These actions may include any of the following: · Installation of alarm, detection, monitoring, or automatic control devices. · Equipment modifications, repairs, or additions. · Changes in the operations, procedures, maintenance schedules, or facility design. [ ] Auditing and inspection programs designed to confirm that the RMPP is'effectively carried out. [ ] Recordkeeping procedures for the RMPP. [ ] A clearly prepared map noting the location of the facility which shows schools, residential areas, hospitals, health care facilities and child day care facilities and the zones of vulnerability, including the levels of expected exposure in each zone. If .no such map was prepared originally, one is now required. Please call 326-3979 for more details. CERTIFICATION STATEMENT I, hereby certify that I have reviewed the existing Risk Management (Name of Facility Operator) and Prevention Plan (RMPP) for and that it, along with any · (Name of Facility) corrections or additions submitted herewith, constitutes a current and complete RMPP according to the checklist above. (Signature) (Date) Please mail this "Self-Certification" form along with any corrections and additional RMPP information to: Bakersfield Fire Departmedt, Office of Environmental Services 1715 Chester Ay. 3rd Floor Bakersfield, CA 93301 December 13, 1990 ..Mr. 'Michael. Wood. Groundwater T~Chnology, 4101Alken St,, Suite:B'l Bakersfield, CA 93308 Dear Mr. Nood, . -" I received t'he'~final revisions .to OCcide~tal's RMPP. ' Attached' is the letter of accept'ante which I sent to Mr. ~ ~r~son. "-' . '' I appreciate the effort that all of you made in the. preparation, of this RMPP. - .Sincerely, .. Barbara Brenner. . 'Hazardous Materials Planning'Technician.. CITY'of BAKERS£IEL D FIR~ OEPARTMENT 2!01 H STREET D. S. NEEDHAM , BAKERSFIELD, 93301 I ' FIRE CHIEF ' 326-3911 Mr. R.R. Bryson ,. OffiCe Services Manager O,I.E.P.C. P.O.'Box 12021 Bakersfield, CA 93389-2021' Dear Mr-. Bryson, I have' reviewed the Risk Managemenn and Prevention Program (RMPP) submitted by Groundwater Technology regarding the use of ~nhydrous ammonia in-the blueprinting process~at Occidental's 1200 Discovery Way facillity. This RMPP satisfies the requirements of Chapter 6.95, Sections 25531 et sec, of the California Health and Safety Code .and has been · accepted by-the Bakersfield Fire Department.. The RMPP must be fully implemented within one year of acceptance by this Administering.Agency. Bakersfield Fire.will inspect your facility at least once every three years to verify compiiance with the program proposed in. your RMPP. Please use the attached forms to update Occidental's Hazardous Materials-Business Plan to reflect the deletion of anhydrous ammonia and the addi. tionof ammonium hydroxide resulting from implementation of the RMPP Return the inventory and.site diagram updates to Bakersfieid Fire Hazardous Materials Divis.ion at the time the changes take place. Thank yoU for all 0f'your cooperation during the' development of Occidental"s Risk Management and Prevention Program. Please call me if I can be of any further assistance in hazardous, materials planning. Sincerely, ~ Barbara Brenner ' Hazardous Ma~eriai.s Planning Technician TABLE 1 ~ ~ ~ POSSIBLE AMMONIA RELEASE SCENARIOS ~ ~ OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL, BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA ' :- DRAFTING ROOM ~ RELEASE SCENARIO POSSIBLE CAUSE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE MITIGATION Catastrophic Tank Rupture Earthquake Instantaneous release of ammonia vapor Specialized training and · '" Severe Impact from flashing of pressurized liquid, availability of respira- Possible formation of ammonia fog. tory gear for personnel. · Exposure of blueprint room personnel Ammonia detector coupled ~ ": to high concentrations of ammonia, to alarm system. Contain- ment vault for cylinders. Line Failure iEarthquake Release of ammonia vapor from flashing Emergency evacuation Severe Impact of pressurized liquid. Exposure of procedures. blueprint room personnel to high . concentrations of ammonia, see above · 4~ Regulator Failure Earthquake Release of ammonia vapor from flashing I see above Severe Impact of pressurized liquid. Exposure of blueprint room personnel to high concentrations of ammonia. .' Overpressurization Change in ambient Release of'ammonia vapor from flashing see above >ressure caused by of pressurized liquid. Exposure of .... increase in temp. blueprint room personnel to high (fire). concentrations of ammonia. · ' '~l~l Regulator Union Leak Human error, union Slow release of ammonia vapor from see above not tightened during flashing of pressurized liquid. tank replacement. .,, ~m ~ Transportation Mishap Earthquake Release of ammonia vapor from flashing of Emergency evacuation m ~ Valve leak pressurized liquid. Depending on cause, procedures. ~ release could be rapid or slow. I The earthquake section contains general actions that employees should take in the event of an earthquake as well as procedures to be followed after an 'earthquake, which include evacuation of the building following the fire evacuation guidelines. Occidental presently has a program to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (osHA). Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). The purpose of the HCS is to reduce the incidence of chemically-related OccuPational illnesses and injuiies 'in ~the Workplace. The Hazards Communication program requires that employees transferred to an area in which new hazardous chemicals are-used or located must be trained in their handling and identification. Occidental has security staff on site 24-hours a day. Occidental security personnel will make routine checks of the blueprint area after normal working hours to identify any potential hazard before employees return to work. Should a problem be identified individuals noted in the Occidental emergency manual will be notified to address the problem. 8.0 RMPP IMPLEMENTATION The Manager of Office Services will be responsible for RMPP implementation for Occidental. Mr. R.R. Bryson, current Manager of Office Services, will be responsible for implementing the risk reduction and safety portions of this document within one year of RMPP approval by the Bakersfield Fire Department. Mr. Bryson or his designee will ~naintain appropriate documentation regarding the proper storage and handling of the aqueous ammonia. Every three years or in the event of system modification, Mr. Bryson or his designee will file a system update with the Bakersfield Fire Department describing what, if changes, have been made to the system. any I AmmOnium hydroxide is not on the list of AHM's regulated by Chapter 6,95 of the Health and Safety Code under the State Hazardous Material Planning Program. Despite ]his I absenCe, Occidental International Exploration and Production Company will define a reportable release of ammonium hydroxide as a release which threatens life, health, or the I RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield I October 9, 1990 12 [][][] GROUNDW^,ER [][~[] TECHNOLOGY, INC.' I environment, or which exceeds 55 gallons, 500 pounds, or 200 cubic feet of gas. This . definition is concurrent with release rePorting requirmerits for' AHM's and 'the mimmum I · reportable quantity of an AHM. I ~ In the event of a reportable non, emergency release, the following agencies will be notified: City of Bakersfield Fire Department I (805, 326-3979 Office of Emergency Services I (415) 646-5946 I In emergency situations, the 911 system, Bakersfield Fire Department, and the Office of Emergency Services will be contacted. ! I NOTIFICATION OF APPLICABLE. MANAGEMENT EMERGENCY RESPONDERS Title Name Telephone No. I Safety Manager R.R. Bryson 321-6353/399-7811 i Manager of Office Services R.R. Bryson 321-6353/399-7811 Manager, Administration and Services Jean Caughell 321-6199/665-0916 i Blueprint Supervisor Wally Stewart 321-6228/398-1266 Maintenance Supervisor Ed Rice 321-6503/834-9051 I I I Occidental, Bakersfield I October 9, 1990 13 ~ GROUNDWATER II IL~]~I TEcHNoLoGY, INC. · The earthquake section contains general aCtions that emploYees should takein the event of an earthquake as well as procedures to be followed after an earthquake, which include evacuation of the building foil°wing the.fire eVaCuation gUidelines~ Occidental presently has a program to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). The purpose of the HCS is to reduce the incidence of chemically-related occupational illnesses and injuries in the workplace. The Hazards Communication program requires that employees transferred to an area in which new hazardous chemicals are used or located must be trained in their handling and identification. Occidental has security staff on site 24-hours a day. Occidental security personnel will make routine checks of the blueprint area after normal working hours to identify any potential hazard before employees return to work. Should a problem be identified individuals noted in the Occidental emergency manual will be notified to address the problem. 8.0 RMPP IMPI~EMENTATION The Manager of Office Services will be responsible for RMPP implementation for Occidental. Mr. R.R. Bryson, current Manager of Office Services, will be responsible for implementing the risk reduction and safety portions of this document within one year of RMPP approval by the Bakersfield Fire Department. Mr. Bryson or his designee will maintain appropriate documentation regarding the proper storage and handling of the aqueous ammonia. Every three years or in the event of system modification, Mr. Bryson or his designee will file a system update with .the Bakersfield Fire Department describing what, if any changes, have been made to the system. 1 I I RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield I October 9, 1990 12  GROUNDWATER TECHNOLOGY, .INC. I ' I ' In the event of a reportable non-emergency release, the following agencies will be notifiedi I City of Bakersfield Fire Department (805) 326-3979 I Office of Emergency Services (415) 646-5946 In emergency situations, the 911 system, Bakersfield Fire Department, and the Office of I Emergency Services will be contacted. ! NOTIFICATION OF APPLICABI.E MANAGEMENT I EMERGENCY RESPONDERS Title Name Telephone No. Safety Manager R.R. Bryson 321-6353/399-7811 Manager of Office Services R.R. Bryson 321-6353/399-7811 Manager, Administration and Services Jean Caughell 321-6199/665-0916 Blueprint Supervisor Wally Stewart 321-6228/398-1266 Maintenance Supervisor Ed Rice 321-6503/834-9051 RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield I October 9,199o 13 ~][~[] GROUNDWATER {~[~][~ TECHNOLOGY, INC. GROUNDWATER TECHNOLOGY, INC. 4101Alkenstreet, SuiteB-1, Bakersfield, CA 93308 (805) 589-8601 Fax: (805) 589-8605 November 30, 1990 Ms. Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician Bakersfield City Fire Department 2130 "G" Street Bakersfield, CA 93301 RE: Occidental International Exploration and Production Co. RMPP Revisions Dear Ms. Brenner: Enclosed are final revisions to the above referenced RMPP. We hope that these changes address all of your concerns and will allow acceptance of the RMPP by your department. Should you have further questions or comments, please feel free to contact either myself at (805) 589-8601 or Ron Bryson at (805) 321-6353. Sincerely, GROUNDWATER TECHNOLOGY, INC. Michael Wood Project Manager Hydrogeologist enclosures cc: R.R. Bryson, OXY Offices throughout the U.S., Canada and. Overseas GROUNDWATER TECHNOLOGY, INC. 4101AlkenStreet, SuiteB-1, Bakersfield, CA 93308 (805) 589-8601 Fax: (805) 589-8605 November 30, 1990 ~~~.~ Ms. Barbara Brewer Hazardous Materials Planning Technician Bakersfield Ci~ Fire Department 2130 "G" Street Bakersfield, CA 93301 RE: Occidental International Exploration and Production Co. RMPP Revisions Dear Ms. Brenner: Enclosed are final revisions to the above referenced RMPP. We hope that these changes address all of your concerns and will allow acceptance of the RMPP by your department. Should you have further questions or comments, please feel free to contact either myself at (805) 589-8601 or Ron Bryson at (805) 321-6353. Sincerely, GROUNDWATER TECHNOLOGY, INC. Michael Wood Project Manager Hydrogeologist enclosures cc: R.R. Bryson, OXY Offices throughout the U.S., Canada and Overseas I I The earthquake section contains general actions that employees should take in the event of an earthquake as well as procedures to be followed after an earthquake, which include I evacuation of the building following the fire evacuation guidelines. Occidental preSently has a program to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) I Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). The purpose of the HCS is to reduce the incidence of chemically-related occupational illnesses and injuries in the workplace. The I Hazards Communication program requires that employees transferred to an area in which new hazardous chemicals are used or located must be trained in their handling and I identification. I Occidental has security staff on site 24-hours a day. Occidental security personnel will make i routine checks of the blueprint area after normal working hours to identify any potential hazard before employees return to work. Should a problem be identified individuals noted I in the Occidental emergenCy' manual will be notified to address the problem. I 8.0 RMPP IMPLEMENTATION The Manager of Office Services will be responsible for RMPP implementation for I Occidental. Mr. R.R. Bryson, current Manager of Office Services, will be responsible for implementing the risk reduction and safety portions of this document within one year of I . RMPP approval by the Bakersfield' Fire Department. Mr. 'BrYson or his designee will 'maintain appropriate documentation regarding the pro~)er StOrage and handling of the I aqueous ammonia. Every three years or event of modification, Mr. Bryson the system or his designee will file a system Update with the BakerSfield Fire Department describing I what, if have been made the any changes, to system. IA reportable release of ammonium hydroxide will be defined as a release which threatens life, health, or the environment, or which exceeds 55 gallons,' 500 pounds, or 200 cubic feet I of gas. This definition is concurrent with release reporting requirements for hazardous materials. I RMPP .Occidental, Bakersfield I October 9, 1990 12 5 [][]1GRouNDw^TER [][][~l TECHNOLOGY, INC. I In the event of a reportable non-emergency releaSe, the following agencies will be notified: City of Bakersfield Fire Department I (805) 326-3979 Office of Emergency Services I (415) 646-5946 I In emergency situations, the 911 system, Bakersfield Fire Department, and the Office of Emergency Services will be contacted. I ! NOTIFICATION OF APPLICABLE MANAGEMENT I EMERGENCY RESPONDERS Name Telephone No. Title Safety Manager R.R. Bryson 321-6353/399-7811 Manager of Office Services R.R. Bryson 321-6353/399-7811 Manager, Administration and Services Jean Caughell 321-6199/665-0916 Blueprint Supervisor Wally Stewart 321-6228/398-1266 Maintenance Supervisor Ed Rice 321-6503/834-9051 I RMPP Occidental,. Bakersfield October 9, 1990 13 GROUNDWATER TECHNOLOGY, INC. - ~-'~~ GROUNDWATER: iL_.Jl TECHNOLOGY, [NC. 4101'Mken Street' Suite B'I' Bakersfield' ¢'~' 93308 ($05' 559'$601 Fax: ($05) 589-8605 FACSIMILE coVER SHEET Company. Name:~ i*) Job Name: Job No.: Location: ~. Pages. Cover + ~ FAX No.:_ Phone No.: (805) 589-860t FAX No.: (805) 589-8605 COMMENTS:. I 'd ,d 'ON dO:9I E,',B61'Sg'II d~31~S837~.8 I28 WOSd The earthquake section contains general actions that employees should take in the event of an earthquake as. well as procedures to be followed after 'an earthquake, which include evacuation of the building following the fire evacuation guidelines. Occidental presently has a program to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). The purpose of the HCS is to reduce the ~i~cidence of chemically-related occupational illnesses and injuries in the workplace. The Hazards Communication program requires that employees transferred to an area in which new hazardous chemicals are used or located must be trained in their handling and identification. Occidental has security staff on site 24-hours a day. Occidental security personnel will make -.routine checks of the blueprint area after normal working hours to identify any potential hazard before employees return to work. Should a problem be identified individuals noted in the Occidental emergency manual will be notified to address the problem. 8.0 RMPP IMPLEMENTATION The Manager of Office Services will be responsible for RMPP implementati°n for Occidental. Mr. R.R. Bryson, current Manager of Office Services, will be responsible for implementing the risk reduction and safety portions of this document within one year of RMPP approval by the Bakersfield Fire Department. Mr. Bryson or his designee will maintain appropriate documentation regarding the proper storage and handling of the aqueous ammonia. Every three years or in the event of system modification, Mr. Bryson or his designee will file a system update with the Bakersfield Fire Department d?cribing What, if any changes, have been made to the system. "-'~A reportable release of ammonium hydroxide will be defined as a release--~l~i~h threatens life, health, or the environment, or which exceeds 55 gallons, 500 pounds, or 200 cubic feet of gas. This definition is concurrent with release reporting requirements for AHM's and the minimum reportable quantity of an AHM. I~MPP Occidental, Bakersfield October 9, 1990 12 In the event of a reportable non-emergency release, the following agencies will be notified: City of Bakersfield Fire Department (805) 326-3979 Office of Emergency Services (415) 646-5946 In emergency situations, the 911 system, Bakersfield Fire Department, and the Office of Emergency Services will be contacted. N@TIIIFIICATION OF APPLICABLE MANAGEMENT EMERGENCY P,.ESPONDERS ~ Nam__.__X ~ Safety Manager R.R. Bryson 321-6353/399-7811 Manager of Office Services R.R. Bryson 321-6353/399-7811 Manager, Administration and Services 'Jean Caughell 321-6199/665-0916 Blueprint Supervisor Watly Stewart 321-6228/398-1266 Maintenance Supervisor Ed Rice 321-6503/834-9051 lla'~l I~ P Occidental, Bakersfield October 9, 1990 ~3 Z 'd Z 'ON 88:9I 686I 'SE'II q'13I~S>JJ)t~J8 I±9 CITY of BAKERSFIELD · ~ ~. "WE-CARE .... FIRE DEPAR'TMENT' 2101 H STREET D. S. NEEDHAM BAKERSFIELD, 93301 FIRE' CHIEF ' ' 326-3911 ' November'9, 1990 Mr. Ed Rice Occidental:ExPloration & Production Co.' P.O. Box. 12021 Bakersfield; CA 93389-2021 Mr; Rice, I received the changes to pages 4,12 il3 'of Occidental's RMPP. Unfortunately, I cannot accept the RMPP until .corrections are made to the reporting requirements section on pages 12 and 13. AlthoUgh ammonium hydroxide is not an acutely hazardous material and does not require preparation of a-Risk Management and Prevention Plan, '.it is .. regulated under ChaPter 6.'9§ of the California Health and Safety Code.~ Section 25501 (j) defines hazardous material and Section 9.5507(a) describes the reporting requirements. The definition-of a reportable release as one equaling the reportable quantity of a hazardous material or one which threatens life health or the environment has .been' adopted pursuant to Section-2§503(b)(4). This definition is applicable to all hazardous materials, not just AHM's as indicated on page 13. I take exception to the statement of the reporting requirements because I do not want any'confusion regarding the regulation of ammoni, um hydroxide under Chapter 6.9§, Section 9.5500 - 9.5520 (Hazardous Materials Release Response Plans and Inventory Requirements). Please reword this section and resubmit these pages for' inclusion in the finished RMPP. Call me if you have questions or would like to determine the acceptability of phrasing. Thank you for your cooperation. Sihcerely, 'Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician cc: Mr Michaei Wood ' .... · .~. .The earthquake section contains general actiOns that employees should take in.the event of an earthquake ~s 'well as procedures to be followed after an earthquake, which include evacuation of the bUilding following the fire evacuation guidelines, occidental presently has a program to ComPly with the. Occupational SafetY and Health Administrati0n's,(OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). The purpose of the HCS is to reduce the incidence of chemically-related occupational illnesses and injuries in the workplace. The Hazards. Communication program, reqUires that employees tranSferred to an area in which new hazardous chemicals are used or located must be trained in their handling and identification. Occidental has seCUritY staff on Site 24-hours a day. Occidental securitY personnel will make routine checks of 'the bluePrint area after normal working hours to identify any potential hazard before ·employees return to work. Should a ·problem be identified individuals noted in, the Occidental emergency manual will be notified to address the problem. 8.0 RMpp IMPLEMENTATION The Manager of Office Services will be responsible for RMPP implementation for Occidental. Mr. R.R. Bryson, current' Manager of Office Services, will be responsible for implementing the risk reduction and safetY portionS of this document within one year of RMPP apProval by'the Bakersfield Fire Department. Mr. Bryson or his designee .will maintain appropriate documentation regarding the proper storage and' handling of the aqueous ammonia. Every three years or in the event of system modification, Mr. BrySon or his designee will file a SYstem update With the Bakersfield Fire Department describing what, if any changes, have been made to 'the system. ~..~Ammonium~ydr0~.de i.s not. on the list of .A~I. M's regulated by Chapter 6.95--°f the Health and Safety Code under the State Hazardous Material Planning Program~. _espite this absence, Occidental International Exploration and Production Company will. define a 'reportable release of ammonium hydroxide as a release which threatens life, health, or the RMpP Occidental; Bakersfield October 9, 1990 :' - 12 : '~ , i[]~-~! GROUNDWATER · ' ' ' !~t[-~[' TECHNOLOGY,-INC. environment, ~or'which exceeds 55 gallons, 500 Pounds, or 200 cubic feet of gas. This definition is concurrent with release reporting reqUirments for AHM's and the minimum reportable quantity of an AHM. In the eVent of a'reportable non-emergenCy release, the following agencies will be notified:- citY. of BakerSfield Fire Department · (805) 326-3979 ' Office of Emergency Services · (415) 646-5946 in emergency situations, the 911 System, Bakersfield Fire Department, and the Office of Emergency Services will be contacted. NOTIFICATION OF APPLICABLI~ MANAGEMENT EMERGENCY RESPONDERS Title Name Telephone No. Safety Manager R.R. Bryson 321-6353/399-7811 Manager of Office Services R.R. Bryson 321-6353/399-7811 Manager, ' Administration and Services Jean Caughell 32126199/665-0916 Blueprint SuPervisor Wally Stewart 321-6228/398-1266 Maintenance Supervisor ~ Ed Rice ·321-6503/834-9051. RMPP OcCidental, Bakersfield · CITY-of'BAKERSFIELD · FIRE DEPARTMENT ~' 2101 H STREET D.S. NEEDHAM ' FIRE CHIEF :. : . .... BAKERSFIELD, .93301 326-3911 Office Services Manager O.I.E,P.C. P.O. Box 12021 Bakee~field, OR 9~389L2021 Dear.Mr. Bry~on, I'have revimw~d ~he R~k Manage~en~ and Prevention 'Progra~ (RMPP) ~ubMi~d by Occlden~al regarding ~he uae o¢ anhydrou~ ammonia' a~ 1200 O~cevery Way. There. are ~wo ~inor change~ which need ~o be ~ade before t C~n accep~ ~hi~ RMPP. The primary r~a~on for requ~n~ ~he~e. change~ ~ ~he eiiMinat&on of confusion, in ~he-fu~ure, by per~on~ who a~e no~ a~ familiar wi~h ~ht5 doca~en~'a~ we are. The ~uo · change~ are de~ailed below and copie~ of ~he. affected pages are a~ached. 1., Pg, 4, Please change ~he mitigation column to reflect the elimination of gaseous ammonia .and the conversion of-the system a~moniu~.hydroxi,de, Deie~e the info~ma~ion which currently occupies this space. 2, Pg. 1.3, Please define reportable release specifically, reportable release i~ one which threatens life, health or the environment or which exceed~ ~ gallons, S00 pounds or 200 cubic feet. It ,~s possible that a reportab~e~release could occur, during the handling of the. amm.on~um hydroxide, so I want this informa~i'on included, Once 6roundwater Technology makes these changes to'the two pages in question, Bakersfield'F~re Department will accept this'RMPP. Jus~ submit reprints of these pages-and I wZI1 insert them into the RMPP. Please cat! me so that we may agree on.a date by which these changes can be made I will then send you a formal acceptance of this Ri~k M~nagezent and Prevention Program, TABLE 1 POSSIBLE AMMONIA RELEASE SCENARIOS OCCII:,ENT^t. INTE ^TIONAL, BAK RSFI LD,'.CALIFO A ~' DRAFTING ROOM . RELEASE SCENARIO POSSIBLE CAUSE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE catastrophic Tank Rupture Earthquake Instantaneous release of ammonia vapor. ' Sge~ml~ing-anii~ Severe Impact ."rom flashing of pressurized liquid. , ~ai~i~"- ?ossible formation of ammonia fog. ~~o .~ne[~ Exposure of blueprint room personnel · ~?~6~a?d~t~_t_.~gTc'oupl_~:. to high concentrations of ammonia.. ~'t~-'~l~~ta'in~-.. ~_ Line Failure Earthquake Release of ammonia vapor from flashing ~ ~:evacuahon Severe Impact of pressurized liquid. Exposure of ~ ~T~e~ff~. blueprint room personnel to high concentrations of ammonia, see above RegulatOr Failure Earthquake Release of ammonia vapor from flashing see above Severe Impact of pressurized liquid. Exposure of blueprint room personnel to high concentrations of ammonia. Overpressurization Change in ambient Release of ammonia vapor from'flashing . see above pressure caused by of pressurized liquid. Exposure of . · increase in temp. blueprint room personnel to high (fire). concentrations of ammonia. Regulator'Union Leak Human error, union Slow release of ammonia vapor from see above not tightened during flashing Of pressurized liquid. tank replacement. Transportation Mishap EarthqUake Release of ammonia vapor from flashing of Emergency evacuation Valve leak pressurized liquid. Depending on cause, procedures. release could be rapid or slow. Inthe event °fa reportable non-emergency release, the following agencies will be notified:'i City of Bakersfield Fire'Department ' ' (805) 326-3979 .. " Office of Emergency Services · - . (415) 646-5946 ' " .. In emergency situations, the '911 system, Bakersfield Fire Department, and the Office of Emergency Services will be contacted. ' · NOTIFICATION OF APPLICABI.E MANAGEMENT EMERGENCY.RESPONDERS Title Name Telephone NO; .. Safety Manager R.R. Bryson 321-6353/399-7811 Manager of Office Services R.R. Bryson 321-6353/399-7811 Manager,-Administration and Services Jean Caughell 321-6199/665-0916 Blueprint Supervisor Wally Stewart 321-6228/'398-1266 Maintenance Supervisor Ed Rice 321-6503/834-9051 Occidental, Bakersfield October 9, ~0 13 ..... .... i;_..j[_~![ GROUNDWATER ' ;[ .... TECHNOLOGY, INC. L October~,~ 1990 Mr~ R.R. Bryson Office Services Manager O.I.E.P.C. P.O. Box lz.O~l Bakersfield, CA 9;589-2021 Dear M~. Bryson, I have nevi'rued 'the Risk Management and Prevention Pr'ognam (RMPP) submitted by Occidental regarding the use of anhydrous ammonia in the blueprinting process at t200 Discovery Way. This RMPP has been. accepted by the Bakersfield. Fire Bepartment as adequately fulfilling 'the requirements of Chapter 6.95, Sections 25~51 e~ sec, of'the Califor*nia Health and Safefy,Code. The RMPP must be fully implemented t~ithin one year acceptance by (his ~dminis~er'ing Bgency. Bakersfield Fire inspec( your facz~zty at least once ever'y three years ~o verify compliance ui'th '(he pr'ogra~ pr'bposed in your RHPP. ~lease use the attached. ¢o~~ update Occiden~al's Hazardous Hater±als Business Plan .... t.o~c.e<Clect~~ ~he= chan~es resulting f,o, ~mplement]tion of the RHP*. Retx~rr, the and site diagn=,m update¢ to Bakersfield Fife Ha%ardou~ Mater-isle. Division a, the ti~e the changes take pla~e. ~ · Thank you fop all o¢ your cooperation duping ~4ne development 0¢ Occidentat's Risk Manage~mnt and Prevention Pr*ogcam. Please celt me if I can be of any further assistance in hazar-dous materials planning. Sincerely, Bar"bar a Brenner' ,~ ' · OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL ~Y EXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION COMPANY ~ Box 12021, Bakersfield, CA 93389-2021 ' ' ' Telephc}ne 8'05 321-6000 Telex 188337 OXYBAK UT OctOber 15, .199.0 · Barbara Brenner Hazardous Material Planning Technician Bakersfield City Fire Department 2130 "G" Street Bakersfield, CA 93301 Dear Ms. Brenner: - Enclosed herewith is the 1990 RMPP plan for Occidental International Exploration and Production Company. If there are any questions, please do nOt hesitate to contact Mr. Rome B~son, Office Services Manager at 321-6353 or me at 321-6199. Sincerely, · _ Enclosure FIRE'DEPARTMENT- ' 21dl H STREET D. S NEEDHAM BAKERSFIELD 93301 FIRE CHIEF 326~39~ 4. Hr. R.R. Bryson Occidental I.E.P.C. P.O. 8ox 1£021 Bakersfield, CA 95389-202t Hr, Brysqn,- ~ue to the. reject±on of the ammonia gas cabinet plans by the Fire 'Marshall and the Building Department, you will need re~ubm~% plans for a gas storage room by October 9, '1990. U~gn, acc. epta'n~e o.f this ,plan ue will set a date for the r~submit.~a~--.Of Occidenta1's RHPP, ~ anticipate. ~hat' we. uill be '"able to have the plans a~p'roved and ~he RMPP in 'finat form by late. October.-, In order to meet this time schedule, it is ~ .: .i~p'o~.tan{.-.{ha~.'you Call ~e . %:o veri-~y any questions regarding the' , , Uoifo~m F.i.ce · Code: while,'you, ~re 'planning the gas storage roo~, . bi~.ewise,'' please Check your plans with Bakersfie, ld Building aa, , ,y~.develop'._,them.so ~hat~' you will not ~ee~'unexpected rejections " Z'¢ you plan. to locate the 'storage room ~doors', yeu need to .. '' 'de-d~inage so-.. that ~he bu±tding w&-ll not surfer ex~ensive damage 2n ~he event o¢ an ammonia leak. An exterior s~orage-noom mus. t' also be proper.ly drained to avoid Gnco~tnoll'ed flow 2n~o the surroun'ding area. Z 'researched the' fire code ¢uFther and round that you ~ill no~ have to separate ammonia piping from the rest of the building on a .vertical run up a pilla~ to the .fourth floor, however'-e×cess-. ~ow control must be pro'vLded as close 'sible to the storage area. Z do not think, that the building code ~11 require . any special ~olat&on'of piping on a vertical .run either,'but you should veriry th~s ~ith Hr, Cleve~be~g at the Building Department. 5~' i~ ~he closest distance that an e:,<teri~r storage area may be. fCom' an open~-ng into the building ~{' this distance, the' . " ...... :' storage .room vents mU~t be located above .fhe height of th~ : L'into the building are -'*'¢'luded ¢:r'om th·i,~ requ±reme~-t~,'.. ' ' .-t Both interior a~d ex'terior storage.' rooms wi.il require . ' mechanical ventrlation. The ammonia i~eatment~ wa{er sp~)nkler "must be located below the level of the'vent' mO' that vbpo6s will -- be treBted befoce they are exhausted. Please' o~ovide .i-nformation regarding the ability o¢ ihs water del'ivery system to heutralize. the Contents of one cylinder (150 lbs) ove~ a 30 minute.release. The neatratizatlon capacity shb'uld be calculated based upon dellvery.volume of the water and {he. solubility of ammonia. While the requirements for 'interior and exterior rooms are the same, the exterior locatzon provides the' elimind.tion of' the delivery roo{e of ammonia cylinders through the buZldzng and reduces the risk ~f water damage to the building', The Code is convoluted,'$o please reread 6rticl'e 80 and the interpretation of it which I sent you earlier'. Call me you need fur'the~ intercre{ations. Thank you ~for all your coo Sincerely, '' ' ' Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materiai~'Plann2ng Technzczan' .? '. CITY of BAKERSFI£ LD 'FIRE DEPARTMENT . 2~01 H STREET 'D.S.'NEEDHAM BAKERSFIEED. 93301 FIRE CHIEF September Mr. R.R. 8tyson Occidental ~ 0 Box 1~ ~ Bakersfield, Ch Dear Mr. Bryson, I have reviewed the gas cabinet plans which Shields Mfg. has proposed. Both,the Building Official and the.Fire Marshall reject the conclusions that the proposed cabinet provides one hour'fire protection. Based upon the, information provided, the pyrocrete has receive~ UL-and FRTO ratings only when used on columns, beams· and bulkheads. 'I have several other questions regarding this design's. ~. . compliance with the' Fire Code. The following points must be addressed before this 'cabinet can be approved ae in compliance with the 1988 UFC Section .80..303(a)6. * How are .the control~ for the cylinders accessed ~ ~ -The diagram does not indicate the outlets for the ammonia lines which feed the blueprint machines. * The docr~ .must be self closing.and kept shut during operation. * Document .the capability of the proposed treatment system per Section.BO.JO3(a)6.O. Since the treatment system is not an .in tine component of the exhaust ~ystem, will it be able to treat vapors before they are exhausted 9 * The treatment system needs drainage capability. * The cabinet mu~t be constructed of not less than 12-gauge ~teel Pag~ 4. Ourin~ our previ~us, discussions ~ I was unaware that 'the existing Closet would be to small to house a gas cabinet and thus Provide.'the required one 'hour occupancy. Sec%ion 80.503(a~. of the Fire Code requires that " storage shall be within a room or building conforming to the Building Code requirements for a Group H, Oivision 7'Occupancy " You will need to either enlarge the closet to. accommodat~ the. gas' cabinet or you may wish to reconsider the option of'creating a gas storage room out of the existing storage closet instead of prov. id.ing a gas cabinet. I w~ll enclose another copy of my UFO interpretation which outlined alt of the options. Please review'your options and call me by September 18, 1990 to 'discuss ~he resubmittal of the~e plans. Please call anytime that I can be of assistance in planning. S.~rely ,. __ Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician .... · - CITY of BAKERSFIELD .' .: ...- // .' " ' : (, :3 _ ~IRE DEPARTMENT 2101 m STREET _ -: .-.. : D. S. NEEDHAM- _. BAKERSFIELD 93301 ' - FIRE CHIEF ~-. - ~- 326-3911 '- Oc~tden~a~.~;E.P.C .... ..1~. 129~ O& scove~y .Bake¢~f ~etd, Bear Mr. Bryson, --' I wish to follow up' on some items which we discussed in our ·meeting today. Occident'al will have one year from the date which this Agency accepts your RMPP as complete in which to im it-.- Once the ~lans for the gas cabinet ins.tallation are complete, please submit them to me. I will. '~ walk .them th'rough the meview ~rocess at Bakersfield Fire ' Safety Control. I had further conversations wi~h Bakersfield Building Department. It appears that your storage ciosef will be able to meet the Croup H Division 7 .... ' Uniform 8uildiog Code'Requirements. Mr. Jim Clevenberg is the bui'l'ding plans checker who is familiar with this case. ... When you Submit'.~your plans to him, indicate that the automatic fire extinguishing System required bY UBC Section "' .~ ~'802"'(f) will.be: supplied by the water sprinkler 'extinguisher' 'that is locat'ed'in~ide the cabinet. Note that'water is a ' - ·very good extinguishing and dilution agent for thi~ gas of low flammability. : - As we agreed, the final draft of the RMPP including the " proposed changes will be due on September 18, 1990, Please submit ~'our plans for.t, be gas cabinet i~stallation to the " building department as'soon as possible to insure their ap ~ I will be out of town between September 1-~. i will need the plans on September 10, '19S0 to have time to -complete the Fire Safety Oontrol'Review. Please ~a!i if I can assist'you, in ady way · Sincerely ' Ocr i.'deh~ a l t200 Discovery' Way Bakersfield, 08 Dealt Mr; Bryson The follow.tn~ iteMa ne'ed to be included in order to complete-1he requirements for OccidentaJ.'s Ri. sk Manaoement, and Prevention Plan for the U~e of enhydrou8 am~onia~ The. ~arties res0onsi~le for RMPP implemen~;ation mus~ be identified. 2 ~ schedule fo~ RMPP implementation,, periodic review and pc'ocedor'e8 for u ;~ ''~ a~a';emen~ Of chain 'o¢ command foe ~he notification of manmgemen~ emepeency pesPonden5. '4, Describe release reporting crite'ria and 'procedures ~he notification-of ~he applicable authorities. ~.~ Response pla~ needs clarification, t.e. Who fixes confab, ns a leak and ~i~h wi~at equip~en~ 7 race such as scho~is, daycares, hoapitals -- end long teem nursing homes, in addition to 'the 4 s~ory buildings, ,'.* If ~n alarm system is installed, define the set point in tepm5 of the ammofiia concentration which will %rigger an alarum. Outline a procedure ~o~ %he 5~orage of .. data ~ertain~.ng to.alamm incidents. 8. ~ certification, that (he RMPP is complete, must be sl,~ned by both Occiden{al's representative arid : ~roundwater-'Tech~ology's represen%a%ive. *;These i~ems may var~ dependiog'on ~he course of' act.ion taken reg~rding:.t.he changes'to the.ammonia storage '~ysteM. The need roi mitigate thC.consequences of an ammonia relsa~e, as identified in the Haz-Op Study,.insp'ired Occ~'dental's. proposal of an ammonia cyllnder'contain~ent '~ vault. '-'Ohanges to the existing ammonia storage and delivery s'ys~em Must comply wi'th.the 1888 Uniform Fire Code (UFO). .. This requirei~ent presents two c'hoices, 1,. If ~he'ammoni'a ftorage closet, can meet the.group H., division 7 requirement~ of t~e Uniform Building Code, the · ..cylinders. can be stored indoors, in a gas cabinet, ..exhausted enclosure or ventilated storage room that . the' requirements of article 80 of the UFC. Specific ,requirements are listed ir, UFC Section B0.50~ (a) and '(c) ' · and Oivision 4, 8rticie 80. 4 '~mmonia storage.could be moved to the building's exterior ' "in compliance with UFO ~rticle 80, Outdoor storage will 'Alao reqdire cylinders in use to be ~ithin.a gas cabinet or' exhausted enclosures (Section'80,402 For.purposes of interpreting the UFO, ammonza is defined as a toxic, nonflammable comprefsed gas, .... Baker'sfield's Building Oepar~(ment should be consulted .regardJ;ng the requi~e~ents for hazardou~ ~occupancies (group H). There'may also.be building code requirements which per-lain'to-~he.relocation of the ammonia storage systems to out- of doors, ReleYant sections of the Uniform Fire Code are attached~ _. ~dve~tisements are attached fro~ suppliers which may be able to p~svi.de gas cabinets or.exhausted enclosures ' I ~ill be -.'a~ailSble to review any aspects of the pdoposed.system to ..... .evaluate it's compliance wi'th the UFC, Please call iF I cam be oF any assistance. .. S incere] y, - Barbara Brenner - Hazardous ida~erials Planning Technician iNT~RPRET&TI~N ........... fiF UFC ~R'T.TC!._~ ow~'~ -Thi~ interpretation is to be used as a planning ~uide only', Final determinations r'egardin~ '~ proje,zt's conformance with the Uniform Fire Code will.be made by the Bakersfield Fire Safety Con~r~l Oep~rtment You are encouraged to read 5rticle 80 to'insure proper understanding of the requirements ~or'hazardous materials handling and storaD~ Bakersfield's Building Department will prov±de interpretation of the Uniform-Building Code. * Section 80.~01 (a) reauiras a permit to be i. ssued for this usage of hazardous materials. "::'!!?!fi~'",-~.. -:. * Section 80.104 (e) requires visible hazard identification ~iQns to be posted in areas, were permited, usage of ::.?! .~' hazardous materials takes place. * Sec~io~ BO.lOS requires compliance'wi~h the buildin~ code for the ~pecific u~age. * Division 4 - dispensing, u~e and handling regulates Occ. idental's ammonia blueprint system. The various options ...'.~ are outlined 'belo~ in terms of specific requirements. 1.. Indoor ~torage. in a gas cabinet requires use of .a~cabine~.......-]:~t<::..'.' wh'ich meets the following requirements: - internal sprinkler - mu~t operate at negative pressure . - doors must be self closing -exhaust system will have treatment capability -- construction will be of at least 12 gauge steel - self closing, noncombustible ports for access The con~'rol area must meet Group H Division ? UBC requirements. Ga~ detection via an alarm must be treatment system~ust be provided. 2. Gas. sforage room ins de will require: -Segrega'[ion of ventilatidn to preven~;'possib~e back. flow ~n. to the blueprint room. -'Treatment system added to he venf'ilatiOns system. - Control area must meet broup H Oivision'7 UBC .. -Sfrinklers, gas detection? standby power and smoke detection must be provided. - Room must operate at negative pressure. 3, ·Exterior location of ammonia will require: - Construction of area MUSt meet the UBC. - Gas cabinet or ventilated!enclosure is required, for cylinders in use - .Containment area must be building and separated byla fire wail ratedat'least 2 hour. - If cipher that 75' to an opening in the building such as doors or windows the openings must be lower .than the protective structure ~round the cylinders. - 8 canopy With .fi~e sprinkler system must be provide~. - St'andby power and securit~ from intrusion and " vehicular damage must bm ~rovided. - An fppi~oved fire water sufply must be provided. Self contained breathing apparatus shall be supplied for bo~h indoor or outdoor storage/dispenlsing operations. ~r'~SENDER: · Complete items 1 ar~2 for additional services,._ I also~vi~h to receive the. · Complete items 3, ~ & b. '- ':~J followi~ervices (for an extra · Print y'bHr name an~ess on the reverse of this form so that we can fee): ~ retur~.thi~'card to you. v~'~ · At~ach this form to the front of the mailpiece, or on the back if space 1. ~ Addressee's ~ddress does not p~rmit, ~ - · W'dte "R~turn Receipt Requested" on the mailpiece below the a~icle number 2. ' ~ Restricted Delivery · The Return Receipt.will show to w~om the a~icle,was-deli~e~d ~nd thb date delivered. -'- ~ ' - ConSUlt postmaster for fee. 3. Article Addressed to: 4a. Article Number ED RICE, ~INTEN~C'E3S~ERVlSOR 4b. Service T~pe OIEPC ~ ~ Registered..:' ~ Insured 1200 DISCOVERY~AY ~ Certified ~ COD ~] B~RSFIE~, CA 93309 '~ ~ ExpressMail ~ ReturnReceiptfor ~'7. Date of Delivery Merchandise 5. Signature (Addr 8. Addressee's Address (Only if requested and fee is paid) PS Form ~11, December 1991 WU.S. GPO:19~2-714 DOMESTIC RETURN RECEIPT Official Business \~;) Il ...: .~ / PENALTY FOR PRIVATE .- _ '~,~..~ USE TO AVOID PAYMENT OF POSTAl, $300 Print your name, address and ZIP Code here CITY OF BAKERFSIELD FIRE DEPT. · OFFICE OF ENVIROlq~ENTAL SERVICES 1715 CHESTER AVENUE, SUITE 300 BAKEEgFIEI.]), CA BACKGROUND: * Occidental stores, dispenses and handles 6720 cubic feet of anhydrous ammonia indoors. * Completion of a RMPP was requested during November 1988, prior to the.elevation of.CA TPQ's to 500 lbs. * The Haz-Op Analysis preformed for their RMPP predicts that concentrations of ammonia could reach 60% by volume in the blue print room if an earthquake caused structural'failure and both cylinders evacuated. * Based upon the high consequence associated with a catastrophic release, the Bakersfield Fire Department has asked Occidental to propose an engineered solution which reduces the risk to the occupants in the blueprint room in the case of such a failure. * Occidental has proposed a gas cylinder containment vault which will vent, via the pressure of the released gas, through a duct to the outside of the structure. It is my opinion, based upon the UFC and UFB that the ammonia system at Occidental is an "existing, nonconforming" installation. The proposed containment vault constitutes an alteration which will require Occidental to comply with the 1988 UFC0 INTERPRETATION - 1988 UFC, ARTICLE 80 * 80.402 (a) - The quantity of ammonia at Occidental exceeds the maximum exempt amount of a~t gas. Table No. 80.402-B defines this as'2600 cubic feet of gas in a closed system, sprinklered building. Therefore, Oxy must either meet the UBC (interpreted to mean Group H, Division 7) or locate the dispensing system on the building's exterior in compliance with section 80.301 - 80.315 of the UFC. * 80.303 (a) 4 - This Section appears to limit explosion venting to only highly toxic or toxic flammable gases which are stored outside or'gas cabinets or exhausted enclosures. Although ammonia c~n burn between 16-25% mixtures with air, it is~ rated as having a low flamability and explosion potential by MSDS Inc. * 80.303 (a) 1 - Indoor storage of compressed gases shall be in accordance with the provisions of Article 74. Ammonia is exempt from the rest of this section because it does not meet the UFC definition of a toxic or highly toxic material. Therefore, ammonia is not required to be located in a gas cabinet, exhausted 'enclosure or separate gas storage room. OPTIONS: 1. Occidental can prove that the control area meets the UBC. If the area meets the UBC'and UFC ventilation requirements ( 80.301 (m)), the addition of this containment vault will not violate any other provisions of the UFC .- 2. Move the dispensing / storage area outdoors and comply with the provisions of the UFC sections 80.301 - 80.315. 3. A vault could be installed around the cylinders providing physical protection from structural failure only. This option reduces the risk of the catastrophic release due to structural failure and continues to rel~ on the existin~ ventilation system. B~ not performin~ alterations to the ventilation or structure the ~0~ any status of "existing nonconforming" would not be altered. QUESTIONS: 1. Even if the containment vault were upgraded to a gas cabinet, would the occupancy rating have to meet the UBC ? 2.Is this interpretation regarding the exemption for explosion venting in this situation accurate ? 3. Is this interpretation accurate in other respects ? 4. Are ~there other options ? 5.if they decide to relocate the storage area outdoors~ can the run the piping up the side of the building to the 4th .................. ~!__~c¢c~ .... ~o .... m~__~~c .... d¢~.__~_._ B~3_ ...... (~;__ _ .......................... F!NOINGS: O~cidental RMPP' 1£00 Discovery Way ' ' 'i RE: .Re'quir'e~ent.t~ brin~ the a~mon~,a storage and dispen~i-n~. " 8y"stem'up ;t'o the standar'd~ .set forth in the":198'8 Uniform · Fire' Oode, ' I 1. The Ha~'-Op'S'tudy perform-ed by Gr'oundwater Technolbgy identified that ammonia concentrations in the bluep¢int- . room could reach 30% by volume (300,~00 OPm) if contents of one cylinder evacuated, Rapid respiratory. '-. : failure and death are reported to'occur in atmospheres of ammonia at'5000 ppm, Poision Control Center quot. ing M, Illea,~'t989) -' 2. "The evacuation of both cylinders of ammonia (300 Lbs.) at 56" above ground level ~ubjects 3.-.4 story buildi, ng~ in -' .. · the surroqnding area to ammonia concentrations exceeding. " the 500 ppm immediate danger to life and health threshold, ¥ ' 3. If po~er supply were interrupted, the.present exhaust .. ventilation system could allo~ fume,s from an ammonia leal;' ~.o back. flow into the blueprint room, · : These condi~ioos represent a distinct hazard 'to life and shall be made to comply with the provi'sions of 6rticle 80 of the 1988 U~liform F. ire Code, Prepared by;'Bapbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning' Technician July 2J.:, 1990. i HAzARDoUS MATERIAL = anlrnor, ia · ADDRESS ~ LOCATI~]N = discovery way ~,- DATE OF AssESSMENT ~= 5-1~90 NAME 'OF DISK 'FILE = ~~0. ASF - '" t br~k. rupture . . **~***~-9'OXIC VAPOR'DISpERSION~ANALYSIS~ .RESULTS Dowr~wir~d distar~ce to cor~cer~t~atior~ c,~] 500 pp~ -- at groundlevel = Nc, t observed ~ Note: Mirmin~un~ con~putable answer is 33 fee~t~ ~Actual hazard distar~ce n~ay be less. peak. cc, r~er, tratior~ on grc, und is 81. 1 pprn ~. at a dowr, wir, d distar, ce of 2365 feet for elevated emissior, source specified by user. See attached t~able(s).for further details~ ~TOXIC vAPOR~DISPERSION ANAEYSISiRESULTS~ ~Dowriwir, d ~gistance~ Gro,~r, dlevel ~ ~Source~Heigblt ~. ~ Ir, it· ial ~vaouatior, Cor, cerst rat i or~ Cc, r, cer~t rat i C,r, Z c,r,e W i dt h* (f~eet) ~ ( les) (ppm) '(ppm) ' ~ ('Feet) .. 100 ~ .02 0 ~ ~ 40809/~' ~ ~ ~ 73~ 170 " .04 0 14455 ' ~ ~' · 13© 239 ' (])5 0 7488 180 4637 - 309 ' ~ .06 . 0 378 .08 0 3184 ~ 280. 448 '~ 09 0 . 2339 ~ 330 · ' 517 . 1 ~.02 1802 · ~ ~380 587 . 12 ~ . 11 1437 430 656 . 13 .51 1178 480 725 . 14 1.6 986 ~ 530 795 . 16 3.6 . . 840 ~ '~ 580 ~ 864 . 17 6.7 ~ ' 726 " 630 934 .. 18 · 10.9 635 , 680 1003 . I9 ~ ~ 16 561 730 1073 .21~ 21~.8 500 Usual. ly safe fc, r < 1 ~hour release.~ Longer. releases or sudder, wind shifts may require ~a larger 'width or differer, t.directior,, for the evacuatic, r, zone.. See Chapters 3 arid 12 of the g~ide 'for details. Source height specified by?the user fc, r ~this scer, aric, was 56 feet. TOXIC VAPOR DI. SPERSION ANALYSIS RESULTS Dowr, wind Distance Cor, ta;,~ir~ar, t Ar_rival Ti~e Cor, tamirsar, t Depart~u?e Time ~ ~ ~' at Dowr, wind Lc, cat ion at Downwir, d~ Location feet ) (~,~i les) (~'~i r, ut es)~ (n~ir, ut es) 100- .02 .~ .4 9.7 170 .04 .6 10.2 239 .05' ' 8 10.6 378 .08 1~. 2 11.6 448 .09 1 ~ 4 12 656 .13 2. i i3.4 725 . 14 2.3 13.9 795 . 16 2.5 14.4 1003 . 19 3.2 i5.8 1(:)73 . 21 3~4 16.2 C~AUTION: See gui'de for~assu~ptions used in esti~at ng these' times. . INPUT PARAMETER SUMM~ pHYSI.OCHEMiCAL PROPERTIES OF' MATERIAL MOLEC~ULAR _WEIGHT - = 1~'7. 031 'TOXIC VAPOR .LIMIT , = 500 ppm CONTAINER CHARAC'TER I ST'-I CS TEMP OF ~'CONT'AINER CON~EN]"S" = 68 .deg~-ees F ENV I RO~MEN~AL / LOCAT I ON CH ARACTE R I ST I CS AMBIENT TEMPERATURE = 68 degrees F WIND VELOCITY = 3.4 ~,~ph ATMOSPHERIC STABILITY CLASS- = F VAPOR/GAS DISCHARGE HEIGHT = 56 feet KEY RESULTS PROVIDED 'BY USER INSTEAD OF BY EVALUATION METHODS .VAPOR EVOLUTION RATE = 33.5 lb/~,~ir, VAPOR EVOLUTION DURATION = S'~ ~lr, ut'es KEy RESULTS, oVERRIDDEN BY USER AT SOME POINT AFl'ER COMPUTATION ~NONE OBSERVED , November FIRE DEPARTMENT 2~01 H STREET D. S. NEEDHAM BAKERSFIELD. 93301 FIRE CHIEF 326-3911 Occidental internat%onal Exolorazion & Production Company 1200 Discovery Bakersfield. Ca 9~309 t Dear John L. McComas: Your business Occidental Internation Exploration & Production ComDanM, located at 1200 Discovery Way, has been identified as a .handler of Acutely Hazardous Materials. It has been determined that your operation may present an acutely hazardous materials accident risk and therefore' pursuant to section '~=534~ of the Health and Safety Code you will be required to submit a Risk Management and Prevention program, (RMPP). The RMPP shall include the following elements: .~CUTEL~ A DESCRIPTION OF EACH ACCIDENT INVOLVING " ~ HAZARDOUS MATERIALS WHICH HAS OCCURRED AT THE BUSINESS OF FACILITY WITHIN THREE YEARS FROM THE DATE OF THE REQUEST MADE P~R~UANT TO SUBDIVISION (A), TOGETHER WITH A DESCRIPTION OF THE UNDERLYING CAUSES OF THE ACCIDENT AND THE MEASURES TAKEN, IF ANY, TO AVOID A RECURRENCE OF A SIMILAR ACCIDENT. ~G~, AND CONDITION OF THE A REPORT SPECIFYING THE NATURE, .... EQUIPMENT USED TO HANDLE ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AT TEST~,~ THE BUSINESS OF FACILITY AND ANY SCHEDULES FOR ~'~ AND MAINTENANCE. ~ '~ '~' ~ ~'~ WHICIt DESIGN, OPERATING. AND ~AI~.,TENA~C~ MINIMIZE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. DETECTION, MONITORING, OR AUTOMATIC CONTROL SYSTEMS TO MINIMIZE POTENTIAL ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ACCIDENT RISKS. A SCHEDULE FOR I~IPLE~iE~T~NG ADDITIONAL STEPS TO BE BY THE BUSI~ E~ RESPONSE TO THE FINDINGS OF THE ASSESSMENT .... ' R~._~ CIIQ~T ..... ~-'Xl REDUCE THE RISK OF AN ACu,~uEhT INV()LV!~h' ' ~:~w HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. TItESE .... m*O~*° r~[-. ~T~ .~,_z=~,o MAY ~,L.L,=uE ANY OF TIlE FOLLOWING. AUTOMATIC CONTROL DEVICES. EGUIPMENT MODIFICATIONS. REPAIRS. OR CHANGES IN THE OPERATIONS, PROCKDURES, ~'"~fm~"~ ..... SCHEDULES, OR FACILITY DESIGN. AUDITING AND INSPECTION .RO,=R.,~S D~SIGNHD T(I ALLOW THE HANDLER TO.CONFIRM THAT THE RISi{ .L,~ae~.~E .... PREVENTION PROGRAM IS ~FFECTIV~LY CARRIED OUT. RECORDKEEPING PROCEDURES FOR THE RISK MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTION PROGRAM. THE RMPP SHALL BE BASED UPON AN ASSESSMENT OF THE -PROCESSES, OPERATIONS, AND PROCEDURES OF THE BUSINESS, AND SHALL CONSIDER ALL OF THE FOLLOWING: THE RESULTS OF A HAZARD AND OPERABILITY STUDY'WHICH IDENTIFIES THE HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THE HANDLING OF AN ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIAL DUE TO OPERATING ERROR, EQUIPMENT FAILURE. AND EXTERNAL EVENTS, WHICH MAY PRESENT AN ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ACCIDENT RISi{. FOR THE HAZARDS IDENTIFIED IN THE HAZARD AND OPERABILITY STUDIES, AN OFFSITE CONSEQUENCE ANALYSIS WHICH. FOR THE MoST LIKELY HAZARDS, ASSUMES PESSIMISTIC AIR DISPERSION AND OTHER ADVERSE ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS. THE RISK MANAGEMENT AND PREVEN'r±ON PROGRAM SHALL IDENTIFY, BY TITLE, ALL PERSONNEL AT THE BUSINESS WHO ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CARRYING OUT THE SPECIFIC ELEMENTS OF TIlE RMPP, AND THEIR RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES, AND THE RMPP StIALL INCLUDE A DETAILED TRAINING PROGRAM TO ENSURE THAT THOSE PERSONS ARE ABLE TO IMPLEMENT THE RMPP. THE HANDLER SHALL REVIEW THE RISt~ MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTION PROGRAM, AND SHALL MAKE NECESSARY REVISIONS TO THE RMPP AT LEAST EVERY THREE YEARS, BUT, IN ANY EVENT, WITHIN 60 DAYS FOLLOWING A MODIFICATION WHICH WOULD MATERIALLY AFFECT THE HANDLING OF AN ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIAL. ~ %~ ' "'~' REVISIONS THERISt{ MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTION PRO~=~_~., ~,D ANY REQUIRED BY SUBDIVISION (H~ SHALL BE ~RT!FIED AS COMPLETE BY A QUALIFIED PERSON AND THE FACILITY OPERATOR. The Health and Safety Code ~rovides that an? ne~ businesses handling acutely hazaraous materials ,or ans~ existing ~'aciiit;,~~ modi~',~-il~ an'~ handlin~g ea~ui~}ment ~'acutel.v hazardous material complete and im~iement the R.M.P.P. ~rior to the start u~ o~' that ~'acilits- or l~iece oz' eaui~ment. This ~lan must therei'ore be submitz, ea to this oi'?ice Drier to that time. Ii' I can be oI' any assistance ~iease don't hesitate call. I can be reached, at :J26-3979. Sincerel.¥ Yours, Ralph E. Huey Hazardous Materials Coordinator REH/v~ RMPPNEW.DOC HAZARDOUS 'MATERIAL- ~. = a~,w,ic, r,ia .. . / · - ADDRESS \' LOCATION ~-' discovery.way '' -' DATE OF ASSESSMEIq~ ' = 5-17c90 ~ '.. NAME OF D.I:SK FILE =-~j,~ ASF' ... '*** SCENARIO DESCRIPTION ' '., ******* TOXIC VAPOF~ DISPERSION"ANALYSI-S RESUL-TS ' '; .! ' Dc, wr, wir, d d ist~r, ce to cor, cer, tr'atic, r,· of 500 pPm " ~ '-- at grc, ur, dlevel = Not observed Note: Mir, imum computable ar~swer is 33 feet'~ Act ual' "haza?d distance may be less. Peak c°r~certt~'atior, c,r, gr-c, ur~d' is 56.4' ppr~' " at a dOwr?i~d distar~ce c,f 2352. feet~ fc, r . ~ .elevated e!,~issior, source specified .by User. · . See attached table(~S) fc, r further ~etails. ~ TOXIC 9~4P R ~DISPERSION ANALYSIS RESULTS Dowr, Wir, d Distarsce~ Grou~,dlevel ~ Source Height, ~ Ir~it~i~a!%>Evacuation .... ' Cc, r, cent r'at i c;n , COr~ent ~at'i,:,r~ ~ . . - Zc, r,e W i d t h* (.feet) (miles) (ppmx" .(ppr,~)' . '/ (feet) 10° .;02;-'.~ 0 .~ :- 28381 - 73 320 .07 " ~ 0 3017 ~ , · 240 375 ~ - ' . 08 ..... 0 ~ ~ 2251 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~. 280 430 - .09 · ' 0 ~. '~ 1752 .~ 320 . ~ ~ ~ 0 ~ 14(])9 360 485 1~ '~ ~ ~, 540 . 1~I - .02 ~1161~ ~ 400 595 . 12:~ .'1 976~ . ~. 440 649 .13 G2 ~ 834 480 704 14 8 723 ~ 520 759 . 15 . 1.7 634'~ ~ .... ~560 814 . 16 3 '~ ~561 ' 600 ~869 . 17 4.~9 ~. 500 1 U~Ually safe for < 1 hour release. Longer.releases or sudder, wind shifts~ may require a larger width or differe~,t directior, .fOr' the evacuatior, zor, e.~ See Chapters 3 and 12 of the gui~de ifor details' Source height speoified. tMe user for this scer, ario was 56 feet. ' - " TOXIC vApOR AN UYSIS R SOUYS Dowr~wir, d ~Distance Cor, taminar, t Arrival ]'ime ~Co~taminant Departure Time ~' ~ ~ at.~Dowr,wir,d Locatior, at Dowr, wir~d Lc, catior, f e e t ) ( m i I e s ) ( m i r, u t e s ) ( m i n u t e s ) 100 .02 ' ,' .3 .' ~ 9.5 ' !55' .03. .4 .- 9~8 .. 210' .04~ .5 . 10~ ~ 265 .06 .6 10.3.. ~ 320. . (')'7 .. ~'~ . '7 .... 10.5~ 375 .08 " .8 · · 10.8 - 4~(.) 09 1 1 t '485 . 1 · 1. 1~.~ 11.3 54(:) . 11 .- .. · 1.~. 11.5 595 ~ . 12 .. ~ i.~3 11.8 649 . 13. j. 1.4 12 ~704 ~. 1.4' 1.5. ' 12.2 759 ._ 15 ' 1.7 12.5 '8i4 '.16 1'~'8 " '12.7 869 . 17 1.9 13 CAUTION: See~ guide for assumPtior~s used zr~ estim'atir~g these ti~es. . INPUT PARAMETER SUMMARY PHYSIOCHEMICAL PROPER]~IES oF MATERIAL~ MOLECULAR WEIGHT = 17 ~1 TOXIC VAPOR LIMI]'~ = 500 - ppm . -, coNTAINER CHARACTERISTICS TEMP OF 'CONTAINER CONTENTS = 68~ ENV_iiRONMENTAL/LOCAT I ON CHARACTERISTICS AMBIENT TEMPERATURE = 80 ' degree~ F WIND VELOCITY = 5 rnplq ATMOSF'HERIC .STABILITY CLASS = F VAPOR/GAS DI'SCHARGE' HEIGHT = 56 feet KEY RESULTS PROVIDED BY USER INSTEAD OF BY' EVALUATION ME'[HODS VAPOR EVOLUTION RA]'E = 33.5 lb/mir~ VAt'OR ~EVOLUTION DURATION = 9 minutes KEY RESUL]~S O~ERRIDDEN~BY USER AT SOME POINT~AFTER COMPUTATION NONE OBSERVED ' ~. i :?..HA Z ARD ~OUS MA~[iE.R . ~.=~. . ~ . ~.~c' ~%'~. ADDRESS X EOCATION ='.d~oovery'.way . ' .... · DATE' OF~ ASSESSMEN% 5217-90 -- NAME OF DISK.'FILE '= OIEPC. ASF : ***:-SCENARIO DEscRIP~['iON .' .- ' · ****** TOXIC" VAPO'R DISPERSION ANALYSIS RESULTS , : "Dowr~wi.r~d distar~ce, to cor~cer, tratior~ c,f ~=c ppn7 · -- at '::gro'undlevel '. = 5284 feet .' ".. ~'~:' ' '~-,at' discBa~ge height = 485~ feet '. P~ak cor, cer, t~'atior,· or~ grour, d. is'81. 1 ppm at a dowr~w:~r~d distar~ce Of 2415 feet for elevated en~i~sio'n ~ource speoified by u~e'r. See attacl~ed table(s) for furtlser detai, ls. TOXI-C VAPOR DISPE-RSION ANALYSIS RESULTS Dc, wr~Wir~d Distar~ce G~*o~2~ndlevel Source, Height Initial Eva~uation ,, . Cc, nCer~t rat z c,n Concent rat i c,n Z c, ne W i d t h* . (feet)- (r~i les) (ppr~i) / (ppr~) . (feet) 100 -' .02 0 40809 -' ~3 '471 .09 0: . 2136 .... 841 . 16 5..5 .... 762 620 ... 1211 . ~ 34 407 8'90 1581 .3 .... 61. ~ 260 1160 1952 ~ 37 -'76.4 184 1430 2692 .51. 80 112. 1960 3062. .58 76.4 -' 91.9 2230 3433 .66 71.8 ' -" 78.3 2500 380S .73 67 68.2 2770 41:Z3 .8 .62~ 2 60.5 3040 4543 87 57.8 54 4' ;'~ 4914 94 53.7 49.4 ~u8 .) 5284 1.'01 50 45.2 .. 1 *Usually safe fc, r < 1' hc, ur release. Longer releases of sudden wind. shifts ~ay require a la~ger width or different directic, r~ for the evacuation zc, ne. See Chapters 3 and 12 Of the guide fc, r 'details. Sc, urce height specified the user fc, r this: scer~ar~o was 56 feet. TOXIC VAPOR DISPERSION ANALYSIS RESULTS Downwind Distance Cor~.ta~]inant A?rival Ti~]e C,:,n.~amir~ant Departure 'Tirade' at Dowr~Wind Locat ior~. ~-~ at' Dowr~wir~d Locat i'or~ f e e t ) ( r~ i i e s ) ( ~] i n u t e s ) ( ~ i r~ u t e s ) 100 .02 .4 9.7 1581 .3 5 19..6 1952 .37 6. I 22. 1 2322 . 44 _ 7. 3 -24.6 2692 51. 8.4 .. '27 ~ )6~ .58 9.5 29.5 3433 . 66 10.7 - 3803 73 11.8 34.5 ~173 .8 '13 36.9 4543 .87 ~' 14. i 39.4 5284 1.~01 ~ 16.4 44.4 CAUTION: See gui~e for assu~pti'c,r~s used r~ esti~ating these tir~es. -~ . IN~'UI"~ PARAMETER SUMMARY PHYSIOCHEMI'CAL PROPER]--IES OF MATERIAL- MOLECULAR WEI'GHT = 17.03.1 'ToxIc VAPOR LIMi.~ .... 5~). . ppr,~ ~ · ' CONTAINER GHARACTERIST I CS . "TEMP OF CONTAINER CONTENTS = ~8" .. degrees F ~'~NV I RO~MENTAL/LOCAT i ON - CHARACTER I ST I CS AMBIENT~.TEMPERATURE = "~8 / degree~ F 'WIND ~VELOCITY = 3.4 mpln · . ATMOSPHERIC STABILITY CLASS = F VAPOR/GAS DISCHARGE HEIGHT ' 56 'feet RESULTS PROVIDED BY USER INSTEAD OF BY. E,VALUATION ME;[HODS ' VAPOR EVOLUTION .RATE · = 33.5 lb/mir, · VAPOR EVOLUTION DURA'~ION = ~ ' KEY RESULTS OVERRI'DDE~ BY USER AT SOME POINT AFTER COMPUTATION NONE OBSERVED HAZARDOUS MATERiAL· .. '= arhmc, nza': ' ~' ~ '~ · ADDRESS \ LOCATION-~~ = discovery Way DAT~E OF ~SSESSMENT'·~ ~ =~ 5-~i7-90 · NAME OF DISK FILE ~~ASF~ ~ Sc .... ******* TOXIC VAFOR DISPERSION'ANALYSIS RESULTS, . ,. '.-.." ~ Dowr~ind distance to concentratic, r~ Of 500 ppm -- at g~oundlevel ~ = Not observed -- at diScha~ge height = 391 ~feet Note: Minimum cc, reputable .answe~~ is ~ feet~ .Rctual hazard distance may be less. .'.. -peak concent~4ation on gro.und is 69 ppm - at a.dOwnwind distanoe of 953 ~eet for elevated emission source specified by'user. " See attached table(s) for further details. ~, . - '~OXIC VAPOR DISPERSION ANALYSIS RESULTS DownwirJd Distar~ce Grour~dlevel~'" Source Height Initial Evacuatior, Cc, nce~,t rat i c,n Cor, cent rat i c,r~ Zo~fe W i d t (feet (~iles). (ppr~) (pp~)~.,.,~ ~.~ . .. (feet) 0 - - ~6532 73 100 .02 ..~ 121 . . 0S 0. ~4536 ~ 88 -. .142 :. .03 0. G346 110 163 04 0 2577 120 ' . ~s ~1 140 184 04 0 .... "]=' - · 204 .04 0 16'75 1 ~u (. ~ 0 1396 170 246 .05 .04 1183 180 267 .06 . t5. 1017 200 287: .06 .43 884 308 . ..06 .99 777 230 329 .07 2 689 -240 350 .07 3.5 615 260 370 ' .08 5.4 553 260 " 391 '. 08 8 500 i Usua-li y:- safe fc, r < 1 hour release. Longer releases .or sudder~ wind shifts ~ay require a larger width, c,r differer~t direction for the evacuation zone. See Chapters 3 and 12 of the guide fc, r detai'ls. Sc, urce height specified the user for this scer~ario was 56 feet~' · ~ 'TOXIC VAPOR. DISPERSI.ON ANALYSIS RESULTS Dc, wr~wind D. istance Cor~taminant Arrival ']'ir~]e Cont~]inan~ Departure Time at Dowr~wir~d Locatic, r~ at Dowr~wir~d Locatior~ feet ) ( r~ i'l es) (r~ i r~ut es (~ k nut es) 100' . 02 . ~ 9 .5 121 .03 .3 9..6 142 .03 :: . .~ ' .9.7 163 -' . .04 : . .4' 9.8 184 . 04 · ' "~ . ~ 9.9 204 .04 .5 10 · -'"'= 05' -"~ 5'~ 10. 1 246 .05 ' .6 ~- 10. 2 267 .06 . .- .6 10. 3 287. .06 ' .7 10. 4 '308 .~ .06 .7 10. 4 329 .07- ~' .7 'i0~ 5 350 .07 .8 .... ... 10.6 370 .08 .8 -' i'0.7 391 .~08. -~ .9 10.8 CAUTIONi See gL~ide for assu~ptior~s L~sed r~ esti.[~atir~g these ti[~es. '. ~'INPUT PARAMETER SUMMAR~ PHYSIOCHEMICAE-pROPERTI.ES OF ~MATERI~L NORMAL BOLLING POINT '= -28 degrees F MOLECULAR WEIGHT = '-17 031 VAPOR PRES AT .CONTAINER ~TEMP · = .81.24 psla ~- ~ ~' ~' ~ = 4204 r~ Hg. ~APOR"pRES"AT AMBIENT TEMP = .81'~2~ psia SPECIFIc HEAT RATIO FOR' GAS~ = TOXIC VAPOR LIMIT ' = 500, CONTAINER CHARACTERISTICS TOTAL WEIGHT OF CONTENTS ~= lo.~ lbs TEMP OF CONTAINER CONTENTS = 68 degrees ENV I RONMENTAL%LOCAT I ON CHARACTER I ST I C~ AMBIENT ]'EMPERATURE ~ ;~ = 68 ' degrees F WIND VELOCITY = 5 ~nph '. ATMOSPHERIC STABILITY 'cLASs =~ D ~ VAPOR/GAS DISCHARGE HEIGHT = '~56 ~' ~eet ~KEY RESULTS PROVIDED BY USER INSTEAD OF BY EVALUATION METHODS VAPOR EVOLUTION' RATE =' 33.5 VAPOR EVOLUTION DURATION = 9 ~,~inutes KEY RESULTS OVERRIDDEN BY USER AT soME] pOINT AFYER coMPUTATION NONE OBSERVED ~ ~ ~.~ FIRE DEPARTMENT ~lareh 19, 1990 2~0: H STREET D. S. NEEDHAM BAKERSFIELD. 93301 FIRE CHIEF., 326-391~ R. R.. Bryson Occidental Internation'al Exploration and Production Company Occidental Plaza .. l~00 ' Di'soovery Way ~. O. Box ~20~ Bakersfield, CA 933'09- Dear Mr. Bryson: As discussed in the.'meeting of 3-~-90 reviewing the Risk Haaagement and Prevention Program-for OIEPC office facility located at ~200 Discovery Way, the followin~ elements should be addressed. In the event o~ a major earthquake eleotricai power is'.likely to be out. This may effe.ot buildings .ventilation' system which would 'in turn efCeot the ability to evacuate ammonia from the building in case o¢ a syste~lt' Cailure ( leak ) experienced durin~ a -quake. ~e have requested Ground'~ater Technology I. no. include this scenario -- in their Haz Op Study, and evaluate the .on site and 'o~¢ site consequence analysis. ~e further a~r. eed in that meeting to allo~ " 60 days to oomp'lete this additionai evaluation. · I do apologi, ze ¢o'r being late with 'this reply, there¢ore the 60" days wZ.11 start from the day of this memo 3-~9-90. 'Upon~ the completion of that additional risk analysis a decision will be made ,. ~based on those results, ~hat i¢ any other items must be addressed in you~ RHPP. If'I can be o~ any ¢urth. er assistance please do not hesitate (o call. Sinoereiy yours, [~EH/ed - M;.E M O R'A'N:D;:U"Mi.-7 .~. ~f~i"~ ~'--' L" 'ID~N L OIL'A 'D- ~-:..: .,-" . j, . -, ., : ....... -..-'.~*. . '~:~ 'Er-o~-/' :~"'~'~' ,D". R:'--Martin-~- ' ' : ':"- - ' :: ~- '' " /~'. ~ :. ~ . ~ SUb~j'~''~;'' ..j ".,,,. '-'" ..j; -.~ .' :. .-.-.. . - ..~ . .,._ ec.t :- -~ Off'ice" Emerqency' 'PrOcedures ~Manua"l- ~'~' , ~"~': ':"':' ' Att'ached is'your coP, Y.of ~he-,.updat.ed' ~Ssfety, First Aid~S ':'"~,~". ..: ~ : .... Emerg~hcy Procedures" .manual" for Occi'dental Pla.za~ - The,-manual '- Cs diVided'into'five-sections .'consiSting of, the following: . .1'. Emergency Nu~ers: This section'tcontains:, a listing of.'local ,qt, - emergency tel~ephon'e~'numbers and ~arious Company personnel to. .~"~ ...... be contac%ed.['i,n case of: an emergency. ,_ '" '~''"' ~: '.~-. Fi;re AI'a~s/Eki~S': This sectioh contains pro,c.edures to be .... ,~;. ,,~ -.Lfo'lloWed during a."-Fire, Alarm" emergency, 7~o as'sure'proper.. .. . . egress f,r6m'.the building'..: ,_Should an eva:~uakion eme[rgency '.. '~ ...6cc~urj.. ,all::~p%O~ees shall.aSsemble in ,deSignated areas rn ,_?--x the ParKing lot-.:"' :.T'he parking.. l~ff assembly area is shown on :'-,.'-a ~draw,in~ included in'.this~..secti0n. .Af~e~,..evacu'ating the '. - -- ~.]'.~ "' build%ng7 you shou'ld".go i~ediately :~'o %h~ number'~d parking"- ,--'''' lot.-.s.pac~ t-h,a~ haS-been assigned.'t'o you. by you~'group . t,;, mo n i t ~r. ~' -" .... Also in~i~ded, in this' section are drawings for each' floor ' ';J"'~:'~ -&" ' ..., showi~g'bokh yo.ur~ gr~uP'number'and exi:t routes fr.0m the- ~'-- buit'ding. Pleas~ familiarize yourself with these exits. Should you hear ~an alar~'~'.use 'the exit nearest' you and ..,'~-7'.~,,, " proceed'to~yo.u~.-assigned assembly.~area in the pgr'ki.ng lo.t. ' ' ' ' - .- At'~the' end Of this 'section~' a.,.f0rm entitIed '~Emer. gency '" Evacuation":.has'~been' ehClose~.-~.This form"is, to'be used b~~ ' .-sd " "Emergency Evacuation-MOni~o'rs"."or their alter~nates for -' ~' ' ' takiBg~',r611, outside. ~'(in '~he .p'a~kfng 1Oh.)-.wh:en"t'he;. building _ ~as been evacuated for either actual emergencies or drills , -.. ---~-' .....,:.,., ~' Earthquakes.: Th~i,s?Section.incl'udes,,procedures for taki'ng .. .. - action., before, during andh-after an e. arthquake. :- ..~r 5 Bo~ 'ThreatS:.:,,".>T~hi's lsecti:o'n con~a[ins .procedures fOr -,.L .:,~,- responding.;:~t6[":,'B0mb Thr'~-at,.-calls; ~ . . ... . ..:. ~,_~ ';. ;' ' ~.., ~DRMZj,-.:>:. ~_%:,.. i{::.?'~'L¥, ".'"-:'./~- .~ -..'~' "~ ': ',f,';: .' ','" ~. ].~ .~.. u".]_~ '~:' .:.~ '63-1'30'7~3~88) . ' -.'-' 'i'~ "~ >" ~ ' ' .~;' . ' "7 '. · ~- .. ~ J.~" ' ~ "~ f- ' ~ .; .... ~. · ~ "' "" 'EMERGENCY EvACUATION PLAN " .T E L~ E P H 0 N E C O N T A C T S ~EMERGENCY UMBERS: - · FIRE '- RESCUE ....... ........ ...................... AMBULANCE.. ........... ':,, ..... '% ....... ' .............. ',~,,',.,~'.,'~'.~?.,-.'911 POLIC'E...'.. ........ ' ........................ : .... '....~ ..... ' ....... 911 MERCY HOSPITAL 327-3371' (DAY) or .328-5275 (24-HOUR) SAN JOAQUIN HOSPITAL ....... -.395-3000 (DAY) or 327-5551 (24-HOUR) COMPANY DOCTORS: BAKERSFIELD OCCUPATIONAL MEDICAL GROUP (DR. DAVIES)...327-4527 DR. THOMAS R. 'LARWOOD ' "' ............. 327-9534 S°. CALIF. 'BURN CENTER (SHERMAN OAKS HOSPITAL).' ..(818) 981-711i POISON CONTROL CENTER (FRESNO)... .................. (209) 445-1222 . Note: When reporting an emergency: 1. AnSwer. all questions clearly~ STAy ON THE LINE' UNTIL. YOUR MESSAGE IS COMPLETED. AND ACKNOWLEDGED. (IF YOUR - ' ~AFETY IS THREATENED DURING'THE CALL, EVACUATE '.IMMEDIATELY.) ~ ... ·- ..~ - .. 2t.~ When an injury occurs-in your area, and an .ambul-ance is .required, ask a nearby' employee :to watch for. 'and direct emergency personnel' to the ~ight location. .... 3~ .. DO 'no~ move seriously injured persons unless'absolutely necessary. -' ~ 'Off'ice Emergency Contacts:' Office NO, Administration ' .. Jean Caughell 61'99 665-0916 cOmputer 'Emergency SYstems ' Jim Mcgee 6100 589 1969 Office Services .. '-' Ronnie Brys0n 6353 '. 399-7811 Receptionist P.at Guinn 6147 83'2'6908 Safety '' Ronnie Bryson 6353 39-9-7811 Security -, Ed Christie 6190 393-59~.~ ' -. 6/90. · ' . REPORTING SERIOUS ACCIDENTS AND ~' '- '"'~ ~'- ENVIRONMENTAL INCIDENTS · ' :~.. TULSA EMERGENCY CONTACTS; -~ TULSA '- IE~CY CONTACTS ARE TO BE NOTIFIED REGARDING ANY OCCUPATIONAL INJURY OR-ILLNESS WHICH-RESULTS IN HOSPITALIZATION " OR FATALITY OF COMPANY. OR'CONTRACT EMPLOYEES AND/OR PROPERTY .~ DAMAGE EXCEEDING.S25,000, EITHER ESTIMATED OR DETERMINED. Work Number - - Home Number .: LEGAL '~' E.' W. Hack. (918) 561-4348 ('918) 299-3233 ...... (Alt) D. R:. Hal-e (918) 561-4.174 (918) 299-8110 RI MANAGEMENT. K. R. Murphy (918) 561-.2986 (918) 369-5778 (Alt) J. E. Garrett (918) 561-2577 (918) 492-2958 SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL' SERVICES J. C. Lefler, J~. (918) 561-3175 (918) 481-0956 (Alt) H. A. Fritschen (918) 561-31-18 (918) 622-0342 COMMUNICATIONS .L M. A. Carlson .... (918) 561-6539 (918) ~747-2341 (Alt) R. G. Peters (918) 561-2212 (918) 663-0432 FIRST AID FIRST AID/MEDICAL The following guidelines should be applicable for the emergency handling of serious injuries or illness. However, since each emergency-situation usually dictates the necessary actions to be taken, you must depend upon Your own 'iudgment in following these 'procedures. 4.1 Call for Help: Time Can Be A Critical Factor Procedures' In case of injury or illness, the-following steps are to be taken: 1. Call th"e appropriate emergency number: STAY 'ON THE LINE UNTIL THE PERSON QN THE QTHER END HAS ~ACKNOWLEDGED YOUR CALL: EMERGENCY NUMBERS FIRE - ,RESCUE ' ' 911 AMBULANCE .............................. · ........ 911 POLICE ......................................... 911 MERCY HOSPITAL ...................... 327-3371 (DAY) . .............. or 328-5275 (24-HOUR) SAN JOAQUIN HOSPITAL ' , ....... 395-3000 (DAY) ............... or 3,27-5551 (24-HOUR) BAKERSFIELD OCCUPATIONAL MEDICAL GROUP .... 327-4527 DR. THOMAS .R. LARWOOD. ...................... 327-9534 ' .SO,~CALIF, BURN CENTER ............ ..(818) 981-7111 POISON ~CONTROL.'CENTER (FRESNO) - (209) 445-1222 2. 'Start conversation with: "THIS I$ AN EMERGENcy".. 3. ,Clearly state~ the nature of the problem. · 4. Give the correct street address. 5~ Assign an employee to watch for and direct the ~ ambulance to the right location. .. 6. PersOnnel trained in first aid or CPR may administer first aid while awaiting the . amb.ulance. ' ' '17 ' 'Advise management so that the, injured partY's ' -,. relatives can be notified. 6/90 -... . -3 ..... 'BASIC FIRST'AID'GUIDELINES.FOR DETERMINING ~ ' AND ACTING ON POSSIBLE LIFE THREATENING. ' '~ '~ITUATIONS TO EMPLOYEES 0R'MEMBERS~OF THE PUBLIC · SEND FOR MEDICAL ~LP IMMEDIATELY - T~N, CONSULT THE FIRST " " .... '- AID M~AL IN THE FIRST.mID KIT · · li'. check, for non-breathing, heart stoppage, severe bleeding, or: shock.--. . 2. -LoOk for emergency medical identification tags.* · 3 Keep victim off his/her feet and quiet. · 4. Car'e for shock (see below). 5. Immobilize all injured parts. ..-: 6 Prepare victim for transportation. '.. · Employees wit-h chronic medical problems or illness may obtain an emergency.'identification tag from Med-Alert ih Turlock,' California, or from most druggists. It is advisable to inform your shift supervisor about these conditions. I. Rescue.Breathing If breathing has stopped or airways are obstructed, call for medical, assistance immediately. Utilize CPR ' .~ . . only if it is'-appropriate and only if .you ar.e trained in applYing CPR. ~ Learn this method NOW BEFORE an emergency arises. Be prepared! II. Gas Poisoning ' Symptoms Headache - Dizziness .- Pale - Unconscious · _ . Treatment . . . CALL AN AMBULANCE While using breathing apparatus for yourself, remove victim to fresh air. If trained, administer CPR, if it is required, ot'herwise, give mouth-to-mouth r~suscitation 'if breathing has 'stopped. Keep victim warm. 6/9.0 -4- ~III PhySiCal Shock Physical shock is the collapse of the nervous system following a severe injury or emotional upset. · Respiration and circulation are seriously affected and extreme.shock can cause death. Symptoms Shock usually can be detected'by the victim's pallid face; cool moist skin; shallow,, irregulr breathing; perspiration on upper lip_and forehead; increased but · faint ~ulse rate; nausea; and detached, semi-conscious attitUde _towards ~h'at is'going on around him/her. - ' - Treatment SEND FOR MEDICAL AID IMMEDIATELY. Lay victim on his/her back with head level' with or lower than feet. '~Loosen tight clothing. Keep victim lightly, covered t·o retain body heat. If the victim IS CONSCIOUS and able to swallow, raise .· . him/her momentarily to a-sit, ting position and give ... 'him/her sips-of water only if he/she is not suffering from nausea or complaining of abdominal pain. IV. ~lectnic Shock Never 'touch. a person who. is in direct contact with an electrical .current. A serious shock could be received ~ by a person- who touches a victim who is still in -.' Contact with a' live Circuit. Symptoms · - .unconsci~qsness. Pale, bluish skin'that is clammy and ,~ mottled in appearance. Victim does not breathe. · .T'reatment· : .. Turn off ei'ectricity if possible. Remove electric ':: ContaCt from victim with non-conducting·material such "as dry wood or~ dry cloth. If trained, administer CPR,.. otherWise, give'mouth-to-mouth resuscit-ation if victim · is-..n0t.'brea[hing. Keep~ victim warm. 6 90~-'~ -5- - ~ , :.. .~ ?. .~ ~ .. . . V. 'BUrh$ ..,FOR SERIOUS'BURNs OR.BURNs COVERING LARGE PORTIONS OF THE-BODY,.GET. MEDICAL'ATTENTION. IMMEDIATELY~ Burned areas~shouid be'cooled immediately.· with a loc of water; any jewelry, or metal that can conduct heat. shOuld be removed along with clothing, .if it-.is safe t0 . do so. Caution Do not pull ch'a:rred clothing away from burned sk'in tissue. The skin may come off with the clothing. Leave blisters intact. Treatment Cover the burn; treat the person for shock and WAIT FOR AN AMBULANCE. DO'NOT apply oil, butter or other substances except pure water' ·" · F I. R E A L A RM ~Thi~ section covers the occurrence of.fire alarms and-.emergency exit procedures. Ail personnel' should.be informed of.'the instructions contained in this. section. FIRE'ALARM ~. ~ SHOULD THE FIRE ALARM SOUND.WHILE YOU OR YOUR EMPLOYEES ARE IN THE BUILDING, 'THE-FOLLOWING STEPS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED: 1 ' BEGIN AN ORDERLY EVACUATION. OF.THE BUILDING. .(If possible - AND SAFE -'.close office doors behind you.) - AVOID RUNNING' - DO NOT USE THE ELEVATORS!. - ASSIST' INJURED PERSONNEL,''IF NECESSARY 2,- ASSEMBLE IN THE PARKING LOT*.. 3. AWAIT'ROLL CALL BY YOUR EMERGENCY MONITOR. 4. DO NOT RETURN TO THE BUILDING'UNTIL PERMISSION IS GRANTED THROUGH THE FIRE DEPARTMENT, JEAN C~UGHELL, RONNIE BRYSON, OR THEIR'.DESIGNEES NOTE: FIRE 'DRILLS' WILL BE ANNOUNCED BEFORE THEY ARE CONDUCTED. IF THE ALARM'IS NOT ANNOUNCEDi...IT IS NOT A DRILL! FOR EVACUATION PURPOSES: * .YOUR'ASSEMBLY AREA IN THE PARKING LOT IS: '(SEE ATTACHED MAP INDICATING ASSEMBLY AREA') YOUR EMERGENCY MONITOR IS: · · MONITOR'S ALTERNATE IS: 6/90 '~' -~ -7-_ ~ " '~i" F-~RGEN(~ EVACUATION FLOOR CAPTAIN: PRIMARY .MONITOR: ~ALTERNATE MONITOR:~ ~ '~ ' ~Section: ~'~'- 'Floor: No of Employees: EVACUATION~COORDINATOR:''' RQnni~ Bry~on (Alternate Coordinator). i ..AS'semble in your assigned areas in the ,parking lot. 2. Call roll., · · ~3..~ TUrn in names of those absent.to the F1-0or~Captain. L 4. The'names of missing, pe,rsonnel will be. turned in - Evacuation Coordinator.'~· (CHECK · EMpLOyEES ROOM ACCOUNTED FoR' 4. ~6' 7,.. ~10 · 15.. '-' 16. 17. 19. .'~ 20. 21. 2.2. · 23.-" ~"- 24. .~' 25'. h 6/90 ':'' ~' ' -~'' : -i5- .-. E A R T H,O U.~A K E S . · 1 BEF()RE AN'EARTHQUAKE,'.ALL PERSONNEL SHOULD KNOW: A.' Location of nearest fire extinguisher. ' B. Location of nearest first aid kit ~ C'.- Location of neareSt exit.· " D Who.their emergency monitor is.. - 2. D[IRING AN.EARTHQUAKE,..ALL.PERSONNEL~SHOULD: Seek shelter under a desk or table'-or inside doorway. B. Stay. away from outside walls 'and windows. C. If outdoors, stay out in the Open, away from buildings, walls, power poles, and power lines.. D If. in a vehicle, come to a safe stop and remain inside. . . 3. AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE, ALL PERSONNEL SHOULD: Follow evacuation procedures listed in the Fire Alarm Section. ' ' .: ' ' 'B O M B T H RE A T S ..Bo.mb threats,, even hoaxes, can cause business disruptions and anxiety among employees. '~ -.' TO minimize these Consequences, and to-ensure.proper handling " . ~ : . " of such events., it is important for the person receiving the Call to obtain as much information as 'poSsible ' Thus, .the'. ._ · · format on'the'following pages~should be used to question the "., caller. " ' : Many 'hoaxes/are'effected by deranged'indiv~'dUa~ls who'may even ~ answer question's which could identify them. The persOn ~. receiving'-the call must. remain calm and 'ask as many questions ,~ as Possible. ~' .' :. The secUrity Department'should be contact-ed immediat'ely ~. regarding the contents of the call. · . '%~.'i. .M B T H R E A T ~C A L L R E S P.O N $ E F-O R M '" '-'If your telephone system is equipped .with a'recorder, ACTIVATE IT IMMEDIATELY. ,Be calm and courteous. DO NOT interrupt the- caller.. . DATE: TIME: LOCATION: RECEIVING PHONE NO.: - -NAME: EXACT WORDS OF PERSON PLACING CALL: QUESTIONS TO ASK: 1. WHERE IS THE BOMB? (Try to get the specific location.) : = 2. WHEN WILL THE BOMB EXPLODE? (Ask the caller to' repeat, did he'use a 24-ho'ur time system?) 3. WHAT DOES THE BOMB LOOK LIKE? - )~? " 4. WHAT KIND OF BOMB IS IT (EXPLOSIVE, INCENDIARY 5. WHY DID YOU PLACE THE BOMB? (Tell the caller that ~he building is occupied and that an explosion could result in death ori'injury to innocent people.) 6. WHAT IS YOUR NAME? '- 9.. AT WHAT TELEPHONE NUMBER CAN I CALL YOU BACK FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS? ..CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE.. 6/90 -1.8 .... DETERMINE' THE FOLLOWING (Circle as appropriate): SEX: Male or Female Age: Adult or Juvenille VOICE: Ldud Soft High'ZPi~ched Deep-. Raspy Somber Under the influce' of alcohol? yes no Other ACCENT: Local ~Not Local Foreign: SPEECH: Fast Slow Stutter Distorted Other: LANGUAGEi' Slang Foul Excellent Fair Other: MANNER: Calm Angry Rational Irrationl Coherent -Incoherent', Emotional Other: BACKGROUND NOISES: Office Machines Factory Machines. Trains Music Animals Quiet voices Party Nbises Airplanes Street Traffic .Other: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ACTION to take immediately after call: Notify local Security and your immediate supervisor. Remove and protect recording and complete this report. DO_ NOT talk to anyone about the incident unless instructed to · 'do so ~by~ your supervisor. , . CITY of BAKERSFIELD ~i ' ~ "I, VE CA RE" ',: ;'-. .i ' 1. :'' , FIRE DEPARTMENT. 2101 H STREET D S NEEDHAM .BAKERSFIELD. 93301 FIRE CHIEF 326-3911 May 23 1 ==. OIEPO P.O. 8ox 12021 ( .. Bakersfield, Ch 93389 Omar Mr. Bryson, I wish to follow up our meeting today with a written summary icl the agreed ~lan of action. Groundwater Technology is planning to address the following issues in order to complete the risk and consequence analyses for the ammonia system located a 1200 Discovery Way. 1. Oiscussion of the ammonia transsortation route through the building upon de~iver'/ of product and the factors mitigating the cmance of release. 2. The evaluation of the regulator failure 5ceramic will he rewritten for-consistmncy with the risk a'naiysis matrix. 3. The o~fsitm consequence analysis will be further detailed'an'd will include information regarding hole size used to predict eMisSion rate. 6 graphic rmpresenta~£on of vapor dispersion will bm prepared showing the radius around the facility exposed to the IOHE and %he LOC (1/]0 IDHL). Both Graphics will need to indicate sensitive receptors, including tail buildings subject to IDHW ~oncen%ration exposure. Both Graohics need to indicate the path of the ~lume under normal weather condilions. The RMPP will address %he mi.iiGation of onsite consequences via an engineered solution which reduces the probability of ammonia release. The draft. RMPP is to be submitted on June 26,1990. I am available ?or the review of plans or ~roposals in the interim, Please call Me at if I can assist you in any way. ' Sincerely, 'Barbara Brenner Hazardous Materials Planning Technician FIRE DEPARTMENT 2101 H STREET D. S. NEEDHAM ~AKERSFIELD. 9~30~ . FIRE CHIEF · 326-3911 Groundwater Technology, Inc. 4101 hlken ST. Suite B-! Bakersfield, Ch 93308 Oea'r Mr, Wood, I wish 'to follow u~ our meeting today with a written " summary of the agreed plan o? aotion. Groundwater TachnoloQy is planning to address the following issues in order to COMOlete the risk and Consequence analyses for th~ ammonia system located a ~2~ Oiscovery Way. 1. Oiscu~sion of the ammonia transportation route through th~ buil~ing.~ u~on deiiverT' o~ ~noduct and ~he factor5 mitigating ~he chance ~f release. ' ~, The evaluation of %he regulator failure scenario will be rewritten for consistency with the risk analysl~ matrix. J. The offsite consequenc~ anaiysi~ will be "further detailed and will includ~ information regarding the '' hole ~ize used .to predict emission rate. h graphic representation o¢ vapor dtspere~on will be prepared 56owing the radius around the ~acitity' exBosed to the IDHL and th'e ~OC (1/lO IDHL). Both graphics w~il need to indicate sensitive receptors, including tall buZldinQs subject to IDHL concentration exposure. Both graphics need ~o indicate of the plume Under oormal weather conditions. The RMPP will address :the Mitigation of onsite consequence5 via an engineered ~olu%ion which reduce5 the probability of ammonia release. The draft EMPP i5 to ~ubmitted on Juo~ 2S,~. I am available ?or the review plans or '~rooosals in %he interim. Please call Me a~ J28-JBTS if I can assist you in any way. Sincerely, . Barbara Brenner Hazardou~ Materials Planning Teo'hn~cian FIRE DEPARTMENT blaroh 19, 1990 2~o~ H STREE* D. S. NEEDHAM BAKERSFIELD, 93301~ FIRE CHIEF.~ 326-3911 - R. R. Bryson Occidental International Exploration and ProdQction Company Occidental Plaza : 1200 Discovery ~ay 'P. O. Box 12021 Bakersfield,. CA 93309 . Dear Mr. Bryson: As discussed in the meeting o~ 3-2-90 reviewing the Risk Management and Prevention Program for OIEPC office'facility located at 1200 Discovery Way, the following elements shoUld be addressed. In the event of a major~.earthquake electrical power is likely to be out. This may effect bUildings ventilation system which would in turn effect the ability to evacuate ammonia from the building incase of a system failure (leak) experienced during a quake. We have requested Ground~ater'Technology Inc. include this scenario in their Haz Op Study, and evaluate the on site and off site 'consequence analysis. -Ne further agreed in that meeting to allo~ 60 days 'to complete this additional evaluation. I do apologize for being late with this reply, therefore the 60 .days will start from the day of this memo 3-19-90. Upon the completion of that additional risk 'analysis a decision will be made, based on thOse results, what ifany other items must ~be addressed in .your RMPP. If I can be of an~ fur'ther assistance please, do not hesitate to call. Sinoerely 'yours, ~d ~s~:.~erials Coordinator REH/ed RESOURCE .DUR EARLY "-EARLY ., , FE.B . :" ,' .~.' , . " , .,~ ',:' ' '~.~. .." ::~ : ' "START ' EH]) .. ,~_ ', . - ,15. 2 SUbmit "Ii'~el'ines.to Fire ' .0' lOJANgO lOJANgO ' ~ Revieu Buiidin~, Plans' ' -. ... 5 l~ANge 2~AN98 ~ .. R~i~ ~ ': ~' " ' ' ' _ . merit Pla~ ": 5 ISJ~. 24JANg~ *~ ',: , ,. . .: ..~ ,-', ,. ,~' ..... ..:...,: ,.,. ...... .. . - ~ ,'~E _m,..... ~_F¢' ~ . ,..',.. .... '. . , .-,~ . '~ ~ ' . - -..: .:' ~ " _ '.' .., , .' . · .. ~' :. .. ,. . LEGEHB .. OXy INT~HAT~ON~ HAZ ~ SC~ULE ' T~K ~n~E - 'SLIK ~OUH=UnTE~ ~CH<LO~," INC. - H. ,00~ :: '.' .... .. ' . .'" . . ~ ~' ~' ' PHASE I HAZ .OP SCREENING FOR AMHONIn IN ~FTING' ' :' , : AREA ":"'-:' ...--...' "' ' · . .-. RUN g~TE. FiRE DEPARTMENT · 2~0~ H STREET D. S. NEEDHAM BAKERSFIELD. 9330~ Novembez~ John L. McComas OXY_USA Inc. i200 Discovery Way Bakersfield, CA 93309 Dear'Mr; Mccomas: As we have discussed in a recent znspection of your facility at 1200 Discovery Way, the Anhydrous Ammonia in each cylinder is 150 pounds (by weight) not. 150 cubic feet at-standard temperature and 'pressure. One 150 pound cylinder therefore, contains more than 200 cubic feet of product. You do, therefore still come under the regulations of Chapter 6.95 of the California Health and Safety Code. It- -wfll~ .still'be'necesSar. y'to complete an RMPP per our original request of · 'November' 9., 1988.": I have enclosed that letter for your reference. Thank You, ; . Hazardous Materials Coordinator: REH/ed . - '--: ACUTELY ARDOUS MATERIALS REGi'STRATION FORM - THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE OWNER OR OPERATOR OF EACH BUSINESS IN CALWO~ WinCH AT ANY TiME HANDLES ANY ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MAT~RL~ IN QU ~ANTITIES GREATER THAN 500 POUNDS, 55 GALLONS OR 200 CUBIC FEET d~/~/T~ 0 STP.' THIS FORM SHALL BE COMPLETED AND SUBM/TTED TO YOUR LOCALovtV ADMINISTERING AGENCY. ({}25533 & 25536 Health & Safety Code) 3 1988 Note instructions on reverse '~f/$'d .... BusineSs Name Occidental International Exploration & Production Company Business Site Address 1200 Discovery Drive Business Mailing Address (if different) P. O. Box t2021 Business Phone g05-321-6031-~. Business Plan Submission Date2 Jan. 18, 1988 Process Designation3 Draftinq Room ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS HANDLED4 -USE ADDITIONAL PAGES IF NECESSARY- CHEMICAL NAMI= QUANTITY Anhydrous Ammonia (NH3) 300 cu. ft. GENERAL DESCRIPTlO~?F P_ROCESSES AND_?~!NC!PAL-EQUIpMENTS: AnhydrOus Ammonia used in fourth floor drafting office of Occidental Plaza office building. SIGNATURE ~~ ~TTLE Lead Safe~y Engineer PRINTED N~ME//Jo~n:~' n. McComas DATE October 27, 1988 California Office of Emergency Services FORM HM 3777.(1-15-88) INSTRUCTIONS: Superscripts: 1. Quanlities for RMPP compliance are "equal to or greater than" the minimum criteria and apply to chemicals handled "at any one time". 2. Businesses handling reportable quantifies of Acutely Ba:,ardous Materials that have not submitted a business plan MUST contact local Administering Agencies. The business plan submission date will assure the Administering Agency that a business plan has been submitted and is on f'fle. This will also immediately identify businesses that have not submitted business plans. 3. "Process Designation" is provided as a reporting option (with the approval of the Administering Agency) for facilities that can most easily report by process. Thus, facility RMPP registration data could be submitted in a similar format to a business plan that is divided by process. "By process" data can initiate an emergency response to a process incident rather than a general emergency response to ~ major facility. Process designation ................ can slfn'lSlif?-il~g~ction.q-l'O~ ifia- ~"fa~ilifi~g-fiiffi'iiiipr~e-fflti~-6m-~gefi~:y responseS- ........................ 4. Refer to the EPA list of Extremely I-l,aTardous Substances from the Federal Register (Volume 52, No. 77, p. 13397 e[ seq., April 22, 1987). Each chemical has a threshold planning quantity. This list may be changed by EPA on an annual basis. Updates of this list may be avail_able early in 1988. To comply with this element, you may attach a copy of the inventory submitted to your Administering Agency from your business plan and highlight all Acutely Hazardous Materials. It is recommended that facilities list all extremely l~?ardous chemicals handled in quantifies equal to or in excess of 1) 500 pounds, and 2) any EPA threshold planning quantity less than 500 pounds. 5. Do not include Trade Secret information in these descriptions. General: For emergency response pm'poses, it would be desirable to describe the following to the Administering Agency: 1. Batch Process: a. What raw materials?' b. What operating tnessure range? c. What opeaating tempemlin-e range? d. Batch capacity raling? c.' Product characteristics? (c.g., chemical state, flammability, toxicity, crc.) ............. 2TC%h-~uhu~' ~¥(~*ififoFma-tion as above.) -' NOTE: "Pm, suant to §25534, thc Admirdstcring Agency may mquffc thc submission o£a Ris~ Management Prevention Pro.am (RMPP), ff thc Admirdstefiag Agcacy deu=naincs that thc handlc~s operation may present an acutely hazardous mated_als accident fis~. Thc handler shah prepare thc ]UV[PP in accordance with subdivision (c) [of §25534]. Thc PJV[PP shall be p~pamd with~ ~2 re(ruths following the request made by the Administering Agency pursuant m this section." (§ 25.534 (a) Hca]th and Safety Code) An amendment to the RMPP must be submiued to thc Administering Agency within 30 days of: 1. Any additional handling of acutely ba~dous materials. 2. Any material or substantial alterations to business activities. 3. Change of address, business ownership, or business name. (§ 25533 (c) Health & Safety Code) · EVERY BUSINESS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT AN RMPP SHALL IMPLEMENT THE APPROVED RMPP · California Office of Emergency Services FORM HM 3777 (1-15-88) '~.~/m,~,~./ ~ ) / ~/ ~:.,,.~ .,' ,,'~ FIRE D~PARTMENT .,,_,v~mbe~ D. S. NEEDHAM 2101 H STREET FIRE CHIEF BAKERSF ELD. 93301 326-39 Occidensal in%erna%zonal ExDiora%ion & Production ComDanr 1200 Discovery Way BaKersfield, Ca 93309 Dear John L. McComas: Your business Occidental Internation Exploration & Production Company, located at 1200 Discovery War, has been identified as a handler of Acutelr Hazardous Materials. It has'been determined that your operation ma~ present an acutelM hazardous materials accident risk and therefore pursuant to section 2~534 of the Health and Safetw Code you will be remuired to submit a Risk Management and Prevention program, (RMPP).. The RMPP shall include the following elements: A DESCRIPTION OF EACH ACCIDENT INVOLVIN'G ACUTELY HA~ARDDUS MATERIALS. WHICH HAS OCCURRED AT ~Hz ~' BUSINESS OF FACILITY WITHIN TItREE YEARS FROM THE DATE OF THE REGUEST MADE PURSUANT TO SUBDIVISION (A)~, TOGETHER WITH A DESCRIPTION OF THE UNDERLYING CAUSES OF THE ACCIDENT AND THE MEASURES TAKEN, IF ANY, TO AVOID A RECURRENCE OF SIMILAR ACCIDENT. A. REPORT SPECIFYING THE NATURE , AGE , AND ~.,~vnr~ynv~_,~z~ OF THE EQUIPMENT USED TO HANDLE AC~=L~ ~-~:~ .... MATERIALS AT THE BUSINESS OF FACILITY AND ANY SCHEDULES FOR TESTING AND MAINTENANCE. DESIGN, OPERATING. AND MAINTENANCE ~ON~,~ WHICH MINIMIZE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT '~ ~ ~.~u ACUTELY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. DETECTION MONITORING OR AUTOMATIC CONTROL ' , S, ST~:L TO MINIMIZE POTENTIAL ACUTELY HAZARDOUS --=~ ..... ~ ACCIDENT RISKS. A SCHEDULE FOR IMPLEMENTING ADDITIONAL S~=:S~ TO BE TAt[E>.~ BY ~H~ BL~I:,E~ Tv RESPONSE TO THE .... ~',~.~-., ~ ::)F 'DIE ~ :.E:,T PERFORMED PURSUANT TO SUBDIVISION fda, TO REDUCE TIlE RiSK OF AN AC~I~E:,,T HAZARDOUS ~ATE~.~L~ TIIESE ~'-'m*O THE FOLLOWING. MANUAL DISTRIBUTED TO ALL E~LOYEES SAFETY FIRST AII & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES  . . -- - I' " ~.~i' . ..:, ;'- :'"' ' R' DU .... '-: ... "1~,~,~ -" '''':~'-' '- "' "·' ' ' ~ .'" ' -~' .... ': ~-- -~. ..,. :,.,._,:..:~,.:;. ocCiDENTAL.OIL AND GAS'' .~.,.,- . :. . '.i':' '"'.'" ::'~ .' '~" '~' " · June-25, 1990' -- ' - - ..... · ~ " ~e - ii 'laz'a Emplo es'.''''-~; . ~"- '-TO: . . 1 OCC a ,. : ..... . . .:. .~.. :~'..:',3 ~ :.._ -. " " D.-R M'artih ...... : """" , ..' _.-:..~: 'i.,/." . - '~ ' "-' . ' ~" Subject: i.'.~.. .Office Emerqency,Pr°cedures~Manual - .:: ' ' . At'~hed is".your,"cdPY,"of ~he'"dPdate~ "Safety~. First Aid-& Eme.rgencY' Proc~dur'es'!'-'ma~uai ...for., occidental~ Plaza. The manual · -, ~"~s d'i~idg.d.-'into f-ive sections 'c0nsis~ing Of the'~foll0wiDg:.~ ,. ':'~ ' 1 ' ;~: .'This sec'~{on contains a listing o'f local ' '-emerg.ency.'te!eph0ne numbers and.'vari0us-Company, personnel', to be-cont'acte'd .'in case of' an emergency. 2.,,-~id.:'- This ~ection contains emergescy ndmbers for co'ntacting ambut'ance:s and'medical, facilities. It also contains basic first aid guidelines, fo refresh the memories of those persons trained in firsh aid a'fid/:or CPR, for nse in li~.e thr'eatening situations. - . 3. : This s.ec~ion contai:ns procedures to b~ fdllowed.dUring a ,F-ire ~larm" emergency to-assure ·proper egress from ,the building', .Should an evacuation emer. gency occur, aL1 emP:loyees shall, assemble' in designated areas in. ' ' ~he parking lot" T-he .pa~king lot assembly, area is shown on - -i.- a, drawing included' in thfs. sec'tion.. After evacuating the building,'you shod.ld go immediately to the.'nUmbered pprking ·" lot space that has been a'ssigned.~o you by your group mo [tor .... i;:.. : 'A'l~o i~cl'uded'~in this-section are drawings for each floor ,--. showing both your group number and exit 'routes from the building. Please familiarize yourself with these, exits.. Should' you 'hear-an alar'm,*' use the exit nearest"you and proce~d.'.td'~6ur 'assighed assembly area in t.he parking t0t.. .. A.b. theffend. 0f this section., a form ehtitted~".EmergencY Evacuati0-n" has been .enclosed. This form is ~to be 'used' by ~· ,,.Emerg~ncy:~vacuatioh Moni-to~s" or the'ir alter-nat'es for taking-].roll outside (i~-the parking 'lot-) when the building -. . .. .-, ~" s .been 'e~acu'a~ed for ei'the~ actual, emergencies or d~itls-. .... 4'~ Earthqu§ke~i Th~is.:section includes procedures for taking ac~ion'before, during and agter an earthquake. :5.. 'Bomb Threat~.i' ''~This s~ctioh cont'ains.proc~du~es-f, or ._. .... / -.'responding'to "Bomb Threat" calls. :::i-,..:i':- . . '_;..'! .? .-.-: . --..., - .. " 2'j,d,. ,"., . --- -- - -:'"-,.. ' - ~' "'~ · ~' 63-130~('3'I~'8):' ? ' '" ' .... ' ' . - - ~ ~ : ~'~ '::r 'a · ' " ' ,: it . '....,'- ', .: EMERGENCY EVACUATIONi:~PLAN '"~" ~':' T E":P H O' N E C O: ~T'A C FIRE - R . .' ..... '-. ................ ., ~....~ .......... AMBULANCE ~.',~.. ;'~ .................. '":' '". ..... i,-" ' ""', ' '." ' · · 911 HoSpITAL.'-..'~ ' ~3~27'-3371 (DAY) or. 32,8'5275' (24-HOUR) sAN-JoAQUIN 'HOSPITAL.'-..i~..,.,'.'.'395-3000 ('DAY) o2 327-555! (24-HOUR) -COMPANY DOCTORS: ' ; BAKERSFI-EL~'-(JCCUPATI~NAL MEDICAL GROUP "(DR. DAVIES)...327-4527 ' DR TH R ;7 LARWOOD..~. ............. -SO; CALIF. BURN CENTER (SHERMAN OAKS HOSPITAL)'." .(818)981-7111 ~?O,.!SON CONTROL CENTER (FRESNO) " (209) 445-1222 ...:,.-/ .: .. YOUR MESSAGE IS.COMPLETED AND ACKNOWLEDGED'..- '(IF YOUR' ' SA.FETY IS· THREATENED DURING THE'CALL~ EVACUATE - IMMED.iATELY ~ ) 2., .... When an i'nju~y occurs, in your are"a, and an"ambulance is required;'" ask'a 'nealrby employee to watch for and direct ..... ':" emergency per~sonnel' .t-o the right location 3.:" '. Do nb't move-,seriously~,injured persons .unless absolutely ' .necessary. office Emerqency Contacts: Office No. Home No. Administration. .... " ., ' Jean Caughell 6199 665:0916 'Computer; Eme r:g ency ' Sys t em's.. ~:. Jim McGee· -. '-, 6100.: 589-1969 Office Serv'ices -~,i Ronnie~ Bryson' -' - - '" 6353 399:7'811 Pat Guinn .... "-- '- 6147 832-6908 , .~..~ '-~.- . TUB~S~ -EMERGENCy:- cON~A'CZS 'ARE" TO-~BE NOT'iFIED REGARDING ANY '~" ~-' ,'',_' 'OCCUPATIONAL I'NJU~-~ oR-~(:I~LLNESS~.WH~I'CH"~RES'ULTS~':'iN HOSPITALIZATION' oR "F-ATALITY 'oF".'d6~pANy'::OR':~0NT'R~C]5: EfiP~OYEES AND/OR-PR0~ERTY. :, DA~GE. EXCEEDING '$2'5_j 000, [~E i~THE;~- E~TI~TE~ OR ,DETERMINED [. :, " ":. ' -,~ ' E. W,..Hack :. (918,):. 5,61-4348 (9.18) 299:-3-233.~" '~:""' , ,~Alt) D..:':.R ~Hale (~.91S) 561-4174 (91S) '__ K'.':'~;-':'~urphy ' (918') 561-2986 (9'18j 369-577S ...-,..~.~.)~. J.. .E' Garret't . - .,(918) 56i-25~7 (-9'18) 492~2958 . ... . :~.-- . . -~ ·" ' J. C';~Lefler, J.~. '(9-18) 561-3175. (918) 481-0956 "' ' ~ ~ :'":': CO~UNICATIONS ~: ~:'"' 't' M. ,A.'..Ca'rlson (918) 561w6.53~ (918) 747-2341 '(Alt) 'R'..-G.; Peters' -'"~' ('9t8') 5612:2212 (9i8)' 66'3-0432 . : ."/" .. ~' .-:' "F.I:RST~ I,D E~ICAL~'7' "~" .... "' The f ng gU~idelines :s,hould be apPlica'b!e for the' emer~ency- ,. ~h'and=!ing of seri0us 'i'njur~'es.or illness. H0we~er, siflc~ each ' "' -emergency sxtuation'd'Sually'di'ctates '%h'~'heCe'ssar~aCtions to . . . be taken, youi~.must depenQ...'upon.you-r own._.judgme~t',i'n.".flollowing these s,.. -' - · . ,..,..~... t'? .... _ . .,.~. 4.!. Call. for Help: T~i. me Can Be A':C.r,itic~l Factor .-~ -- .. 'Pr.ocedU~e~': ..... In ~case.0f:~n~jury'o-r illness, the following steps, are to".;be taken.': - '~' ' ' 1.. caI~'i~h~'.~approPr~ate emergency number..: STAY ON THE.~INE UNTIL THE PERSON ON THE OTHER END HAS ACKNOWLEDGED YOUR,'C~LL: : ' ' FIRE a RESCUE...' ....... ...' .................... '..911." AMBULANCE'. ...... -.' ............... ' .... '..- ......... 91-1'- ~' "' POLICE.. ...... - ..... ' ..... · ...... -...'.... ' ' 911. MERCY .HOSPITAL'. ............... - ...... 327-3371 (DAY)- ..... - - o.r 328-5'27'5 (24-HOUR) ~ '-SAN 'JOAQUI'N/'HoSPITAL.., ....... -.;~ .... -.~/3'95r3000 (DAy) "' -: .... - ........... or 327~5551 (24-HQUR) :i~i.,.-" -- ~BAKERSFIELD OCCUPATIONAL MEDICAL'GROUP.' .... 327~4527 .- ~. DR. THOMAS-R. LARWOOD ..................... -...327--9534' SO._ CALIF.~BURN CENTER ..... . .... '.~:...(818) '981-7.tll~ -'- . .., .. POISON CONTROL tCENTER '(FRE.SNO)...'...'(209) 445L1222 2 .... Sffar.~ ~con~e.rsati0n with: "~"HI$ IS AN'EMERGENCY, .... 3" Clearly state the nature of the problem. ..... 4-.. Give the co.rrect st~reet address - .~ '" 5' -'Assign an employee to.watch for 'and direct th~ ambulance to the right location- 6~ Personnel trained in first aid or CPR may '' administer first aid,while awaiting the '~ ' ~ ~' ' ' ' ambulance' '"-,.. -- ~'~ ~7~. ,"Advi. se-management so ~hat the injured.party's- '~ relatives can be notified. ~BASiC~ FIRST AID GUIDELINES FOR DETERMININ( AND ACTING ON POSSIBLE LIFE 'THREATENING,', .. ~ ~-"' SITUATIONS TO' EMPLOYEES :OR ME-MBERS OF .T'HE~'pUBLIC .. : ~SEND FOR. MEDICAL HELP IMMEDIATEly - THEN, CONSULT' THE-FIRST ..i'. ,"Check..' f&i non;breathi:ngi; heart Stopp~age, severe~ib~leed'ing, .or '.'an e~flerg.ency identifi,'cation ,.tag. from Med-AIert 'in Turlock,- '?;t.:"[:i'..'.ca'lif0rnia,. or.-::from'm6St druggists. 'It is-advisable to inform ::~3 . . ]shift ~uper. v.~sor about these conditions ...... .'-:'", '- ~'i br.'eathing h:aS-.stoppadi:o'r air~alrs are obstruct'ed, /"J?""( ':f-':' Whii~e'using breathing apparatus for yourself, remove" ~?~... resuseitation' if~.'bre'athin~ has stopped. Keep' vSctim 3-?PhySi'cai_ 'shock is the~'c'b 1 pse ~of 'thei'n'ervous's s~em .fo~llowing'a severe~ inju'ry or.emotional upse,t'..-' T.~'< <Respi. ration, an~'.~circulati~n-aTe Seriohsly affected "~'.eXt~em~' shock.can~ cause dea~h~.~' .'.?.~ ~.: ""~-~ ~-' ' · · Shock usuallY-c'an-,be ~d~ecte'd:.b~ the~.~ictim,'.s'pallid '.'~ face;'caol,i m~ist :~kin; 'shall0;W:) irregu.lr~.~breathing.;. perspiration on upper' lip and~<forehead; increased.bUt faint pulse-rate; nausea; and'detached[.'~'emi,c6nScioUs attitude towards what is going-on.ar, ound him/her. reatment -. ~ . .,. .. . -:.:. ~:. ....~ FOR AID DIA Ly.. . "": "-'" Lay'v'icti~ on..his/her back wi'th head leve.1 with 0r .., l'ower than'feet Loosen tight .clothing ' K'~e'p.'victim li-g~htly cov'ered'~t° retain body heat~. ~If the victim IS'CONSCIOUS and'~ble to swalloW; raise- -hi~/her momentarily to..a sitting:~p.osi~oh.,and gi~e~'..? ,,him/her sips of water only~.if .he/she is nor. suffering fr°m nausea or co'mplain~ng of abdominaif pain. Electric ShoCk ~'' -~" ..... ...... 'Never touch a person who' is i:n· direct' Contact~with an.. electrical cu. rrent'~'- A serious shock co.uld be ~eceiv. ed. by a person who touches a vfctim Who. is s~"ill.. in contact 'with a live circuit. .. ~ " . Unconsciousness. Pale, bluish, skin that 'is clammy and mottled in appearance. Victim does not breathe. Treatment . ~ . ~L ~ ~~CE .. Turn Off eleCtricitY if possible. Remove electric contact from ,victim with non-conducting material, such as dry wood Or dry cloth. If trained, ad~ipi'ster-CP'R, _otherwise, give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if-victim' is not breathing. Keep victim-warm.- ' _r :,;'~ ~ ,.:...,.. , -5 - · - -~ -- .", "f ' ', - . -..... :,~ FOR: SERIOUS' BURNS': 'OR 'BURNS CoveR,. .~t,. G-.LARGE. .PORTIONS' OF.. THE BODY/-. GET, MEDICAI, ATTENTION': I~DIATELY. "- -'~ Burned areas-..sh0u~,d.be co0~d,,immed~a'%~I:y with. a lot; of .'.- Water any jewecry..o.r metal that Oan~ Conduct ~.heat~ ' ~,, should be remoued along, clothing, if -it is safe C~ution ..... --'" .D'o not pull,charred-cio away fr6m-burned s~in tissue The 'S ma' come o'f'f wi~h '-th'~ clothing,.' Leave blisters ~nt~c Treatment ' Cover the .burn; treat the persoh ff0'r shock and WAIT FOR ~,-~~CE. ~ NOT apply Oil, 'butter or Other- substances except .pure water.. .¢ ..: '.- 6/90 - ... -.-- . , - ..... · - .-. ' '~ ' ..... . 'F I 'R E -' A-L:A RM THis 'se'c%ion covers ~B'e occ~rrence'of"fire~'alarms ~and~ emerge~c'y -" ~x'it'~pr0'dedu'res' -All,~pers6nnel shoul'd ~b~/informed~.~f the . -ins.~ruCti:o'ns c0n~ained ih this section', ~_.:-:~'..,-~ ' ~'~ ~" , · FIRE~-~a~m - ' ~ ' ' ,- ~.- - ,~ ~SHOULD THeE FI'RE ~LARM SOUND:WHILE'YOU OR,YOUR EMPLOYEES ARE IN _./'-. ! :~.. ~.~,: THE ~'BUILD'ING,. ., THE.,FOLLOWING STEPS SHOULD BE. FOLLOWED: ,~-. .... -1. '~ BEGIN AN ORDERLY EVACUATI:ON OF THE BuIBD~N'G.~ .(I£ possible - A~D.'~AFE-- c~ose o~£ice doors behind .... · _ . ,-~. AVOID R NING : '. ' "' - DO NOT USE' THE ELEVATORS" "- ': .:i. '' - "~" :' ASSIST INJURED pERSONNEL, IF NECESSARY'~ "~ 2 ASSEMBLE'- IN':THE> PARKING LOT* "/' '. 3 AWAIT -ROLL CALL BY YOUR EMERGENCY MONITOR. : 4 DO NOT RETURN'TO 'THE.BUILDiNG UNT,IL PERMISSION' IS GRANTED THROUGH. THE.FIRE DEPARTMENT, JEAN CAUGHELL, - RONNIE BRYSON, OR THEIR DESIGNEES. NOTE: .FIRE "DRILLS' WILL BE:ANNOUNCED BEFORE THEY'_ARE · .CONDUCTED.- IF'THE'ALARM-IS:NOT ANNOUNCED.'.,.IT IS NOT'A DRILL! FOR EVACUATION PURPOSES: · YOUR ASSEMBLY .AREA IN THE~PARKING LOT ' . (SEE. ATTACHED .MAP INDICATING ASSEMBLY AREA') " ' YOUR EMERGENCY MONITOR IS: : : '- MONITOR' S ALTERNATE IS: E V A C U A T I O N M 0"N I T O-R S FLOOR GROUP NO. PRIMARY MONITOR ~ALTERNATE MONITOR ls~ 11, '6012 Marillrn Goodell Tammy vinson 1st 12 Brenda· V.arner Joe Vargas 1st -13 Judy Denny ~ Bill Garrett _- lsk ' 14 K. Bri~kon-Shepherd Sherr~ Johnson ~ 2nd 21 Gloria Garza Judi Petersen '2nd 22 *6035 Rachel Chavez Jim Kidd , 2nd 23 Oneta Young Carol Strawn ~ 2nd 24 Marge Odell Dave DeFelice 3rd 31 Ruth Petersen Mike Moser 3rd 32 '6201 Carolyn McCray Barbara Blanscet 3rd 33 Pat Berry sandy Galicia ~'.~3- 4th 41 *6553 Irene Childress Lori Tyner 4th 42 Ray McCa'in Wally Stewart .. 4th 43 Roxanne Aigra Deana Price · ... 5th 51 Anna Milburn Mike Chequer 5th 52 Lois Seibert~ Chris Aledo 5th 53 '6152 Katrina Alvarez Denise AUdap 5th 54 JUdy Yearton.' Diane Miya 6th 61-~ Stacy Cox Teri Alvarez 6th 62 Millie Wheeler Sharron Livengood 6th 63 Ellen Williamson Beth Havron 6t~h 64 *6493,Virginia Wahl Dawn Perrault *Floor Captain 6/90 Your Evacu'ation GrouP ~.~,,' and E-xit Route ,. '" ~., : ~ '" "rTTT] GROUP 13 ' ' - · '., ~ EXIT ROUTE ~ FIRST ~FL 0 0 R '-Your Evacuation Group and Exit Route- '. ~:~ GROUP " r'~ GRouP "" · GROUP.· 24 " .. -' ' . ' ' 2~8 .... ,Your Evacuation Group · and Exit Route " ~ GROUP 31 . '.. .' · , ~--~ GROUP 32 ' ~ GROUP 33 , ,. ~EXIT ROUTE ~ ,-. _.._.._THIRD: F'LOOR Your Evacuati,on Group and Exil Route '.. ~ . GROUP 41 ' ' GROUP ~42 ,,.~ '..' EXiT ROUTE .. , ;" · FOURTH FLOOR Your Evacuation Group and Exit Route ' ' 17-~. ' GROUP 51 I~ OROUP 52 FrTT-I, GRouP s~ , ~ GROUP ~ GRouP 55 EXIT RouTE ', ' FIFTH FLOOR , :,, .. 619~ ~621 . "' "' ' ~6~ , Your Evacuation Group' '~ and Exit Route '.:~ -,~.. r . : , GROUP __ ~ ~ . . :_,.~ ~ . : ,. .. . "...."_ ".... ~ .~OUP 6~. , GROUP 64 ~EXIT ROUTE ~31. : .: .~III I I I II~ .: · ,, .., . ~ . ' ' sIXTH FLOOR '. " Section: /:~'~ .,~'~?6~r' "' · "~'- ' .No. of'~Emp.~:oyees.:.. " . . ? .... EVACUATION COORDINATOR.: _ . Ronn:ie' Bryson- '-' .-. . ~ ,(Alternate: Coo~.diha~or) Claud'f a."Rickard : 1' AsS%mble ~n y. Ou~:ff.. ass.~gned -areas .~n' the parking I-or. 2 Call.'. ro.tl. · " 3 ' Turn:'in names-'of those absent :to:,'the FloOr Captain. 4; The.'names of missing personnel .,will be turn'ed in-to th~' .- ' "..'... ' '' Evacuat-ion Coordinator , . ': E~PLOYEES ROOM ACCOUNTED FOR" ' ''' ' 2 3.. ' " 11 12. .: ' .. 13. '' 14. , -.~,-. 16. - -' - ,~ .. - ...... ' '- 18. "' -- 19. :20... . ' :-" ' 21. ' .~.. 22. 23. ~ 24.. . 4- 25. ' ..... ~ ..... " . E:-A.R T H' h'U A K E-S ' .... " '-: '.' - .:" · RS~ .:'.:. :~- 'ti.',,.._ -'. BEFORE AN EARTHQuAKE',..'ALL 'PE NNEL SHOULD 'KNOW: " ' ' t <' ['ngui~s e " ~ ...... '~ Loca ion:.of nea-r_eSt.'f{r-e ex .f h r'~ '"" ' '"Locatibn':~f nearest first ~i~d kit~. ' ~ '>' "~'. C. -.."-'Loca~-~o~::~__ ~ ~_ ne'a.r~s~"'ex~~ ~ ~ .... '"'- " ' · ::.i " -- ." ' ' ' . .. · .t, ' . ~:' '-': '. .. '".: : .. D~'.. ': :~:' Who-.':ffie~< eme~gen, c y monitor is. . ..' . . '' """ : - ..... ~2. DURING~AN EARTHQUAKE,.:ALL PERSONNEL SHOULD:' . ' . . ' ~ .~. A. >Seek she'lter under a desk Or"tab~e''o:r inside ' " i .-- : .... .d~0rWay'..I~' .-. ".. . "'::B~ Stay -aw~y from OUtside walls 'and. WindowS[. -- "..,-¢... . Iff outdoors, stay out in the open,.away ffrom .... buildings, walls, power poles,, and pow~er lines., D. I£ in a vehfcle, come t6 a sa£e stop. and remain inside. 3. .,'AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE, ALL PERSONNE~ SHOULD:. : .... -~ Follow:evacuation procedures listed in the Ffr'e Alarm' ' .gece~on'-~ - . . 'Bcmb '~hreats.; even hOaxe'~'~"~d'h'fi caus~e'-.:busi~ness~disr¢'ptions and TO -m~ini:~ize.~.~'he~e '<~On:geque~&'es.,~J~d 'to" eh-sure ~.pr6p~.k. handling ' ' ".o~-~s:uch .event, s'', -:i6.~s~.~{mpo:~tant ..for ':t'he per'son..r.eceiving the call .to :obtain~ as. much. information ~s~ POssible. ' Thus, the .... ~'/'form~k on khe f~ilowin~ pa~eg: shou,ld'be used ko queskion khe :.Many: hoaxes a-re"~ffee~d bY.~eranged 'individda'ls'~ho may even .-- answer- .questions which COuld' identify' them. The person . · ..... _re'¢e~iving~.-- the call.~mus't~ 'r:emain. calm~ and ask as many questions ... .'~~ ~ ... ~. . he Security Department should' be con~acked 5mmedia~ly ~ga rdi~g:. ~he contents:~: .. ~ . of .t'h~e.:%c~a 1:1. _ ~ ..... . . _ . . ':?: If-, your teleph0nefsys~em'Jis'~.~quiPPed with a .reC6rdo'~,iACTIVATE IT:~IMMEDIATELY'i- '.B'e. c'a'lm'.~nd' courteous. call~r~ - "' '. '- ' - '- D~TE: TIME: :-. -- RECEIVING .PHONE RO.': ' ~E:'*- ~:~ ' - ' EXACT WORDS :OF:~ERSON PLACING CALL': QUESTIONS TO ASK: · ,'~. ' · 1.' ~HERE IS THE BO~B?. (Try ~o :~HEN ~IBB THE BO~B. EXPhODE? (Ask kho caller ~o repeat, ''' did' he Use a 24-h0ur ~ime system?) 3'. ' ~H~T~ :DOES' THE BO~B~ ~ooK BIKE?- - w; '"" ' :'"~" ~ 'IT~ :E . 'I INCENDIARY) ? 4. ,WHAT'~KIND ,OF BOMB IS ( XP O 5. ~HY DID YOH PBACE' THE BO~B? (T~il building' is occupied and'~ha~ an explosSon could' result in death or inju'.ry' to innocenk people.) . 6.~ :~HAT- IS YOHR RA~E? 7~ ~ AT ~H~T TEBEPHONE ~u~BE'R C~N-I- ' -.-, FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS? '- ~,' T INE THE .FOLLOwi'N~.~(Circle .as:a-pp'ropri6t-e): ,. SEX:""' Mal'e .or :Fem~ie.¢ [Age ": .' '" 1 , - :: Adult :'or Juveni Loud 'S6ft' _Hi-gh-Pi''clCh~d ~" Deep. ':~.Raspy. somber ~.nder t'he-'ih'fluce of alcohol? yes no iOth'er ACCENT: Local.: 'Nou .Local' '"' Foreign: .. ~. %.. SPEECH:' - · .'Fast Slow Stutter :'.Distorted o~her:' LANGUAGE: .... - ~Slang .Foul Excellent '-Fair .- Other: MANN~R: '. :-' Calm Angry .'Rational Irrationl .C0he'rent I.ncoherent Emotional Other: BAcKGROHND 'NOISES: O£~ice ~achines F'ac~org ~achines - Trains ~us±c Animals ~uiet ' Voices Party No ses Ai.rPlanes~ street Tra£~ic Other: ADD;ITiONAL INFORMATION: ACTION 'co 'take immediately after call: Notify local ,Security: and your immediate supervisor. Remove and protect reco~rding - .-- and complete this reporfi. - - DO NOT t:ai'k-to .anyone about .the incident unless "instructed to · - do 'so :by-your supervisor. . ... :~ --. · . - ~ . . .- -... -..,. :~- . .'.. ~.~. . ~... .-'-.. _ -,~: ~ .: ,: .. DRAFT pREPARED FOR: RON. R. BRYSON ' '-- OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL EXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION COMPANY - 1200 DISCOVERY WAY P. O. BoX 12021 BAKERSFIELD, CA 93389 OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL EXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION COMP~[ RISK MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTION PLAN JUNE 25, 1990 PREPARED BY: GROUNDWATER TECHNOLOGY, INC. 4101 ALKEN STREET i SUITE B-1 BAKERSFIELD, CA 93308 Michael Wood ,~o,-Armando Gongalez 'l Territory Manager Director, Air Quality Services 'l ~ GROUNDWATER I~_l~l~]l TECHNOLOGY, INC. I · DRAFT TABLE OF CONTENTS I 1.0 INTRODUCTION ............................... ; ....... 1 2.0 'BACKGROUND 1 "l-- 3.0 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION 2 5.0 HAZARDOUS OPERATION STUDIES ' 3 i 5.1 'CATASTROPHIC TANK RUPTURE ...................... 3 '5.2 LINE FAILURE 5 5.3 REGULATOR FAILURE .............................. 6 5.40VERPRESSURIZATION ............................. 6 I REGULATOR UNION LEAK 7 5.5 5.6 TRANSPORTATION MISHAP .......................... 7 I 6.0 DISPERSION, PROGRAM MODELING FOR FACILITY HAZ-OP REVIEW .......................... 8 6.1 DISCUSSION ....... - ................................ 8 I 6.2 MODELING 9 7.0 RISK REDUCTION ..................................... 10 I 8.0 OCCIDENTAL' SAFETY, FIRST AID & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ........................... 11 I LIST OF TABLES I TABLE 1. POSSIBLE AMMONIA RELEASE SCENARIOS 4 I LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE 1. P&ID OF AMMONIA sYSTEM I FIGURE 2. RISK ANALYSIS MATRIX FIGURE 3. LOC AT 56-FOOT RECEPTOR HEIGHT FIGURE 4. IDLH AT 56-FOOT RECEPTOR HEIGHT I FIGURE 5. CONTAINMENT VAULT APPENDICES I APPENDIX 1' FIRE AI.ARM SYSTEM I RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield I June 25, 1990 [~[~[] GROUNDWATER : [~][~ TECHNOLOGY, INC. · DRAFT nTrooUcT on Pursuant to 'Section 25534 of the Health and Safety Code, the City of Bakersfield Fire Department has requested that Occidental International Exploration and Production Company develop a Risk Management and Prevention Plan (RMPP) for its facility located at 1200 Discovery Way in Bakersfield, California. This plan is required to reduce the risk of and prevent accidents involving ammonia, an acutely hazardgus material (AHM) per EPA as recorded in the Federal Register April 22, 1987 Extremely Hazardous Substance (EHS) list. 2.0 BACKGROUND Assembly .Bill 3777 requires facilities that handle, at any one time, amounts of any extremely hazardous substances equal to or in excess of 500 lbs, 55 gals, or 200 ft3 of gas .to investigate, potential, safety, issues associated with its use. The State of California · considers gaseous ammonia a hazardOus substance and requires a risk assessment from facilities using quantities of 200 ft3 or greater. The quantity of anhydrous ammonia Occidental uses ~xceeds this threshold planning quantity. Consequently, the Bakersfield Fire Department has requested the development of an RMPP for the facility. I Occidental's blueprint department utilizes ammonia for the Operation of two ozalid machines. The machines are located on the fourth floor of the six story building and the. I blueprint room's ventilation system is isolated from the remainder of the floor as well as the other floors. Approximately 300 lbs of gaseous ammonia is stored in two cylinders in I a closet area within the drafting room. The tank lines, manifold, and regulators are ~elatively ne~)and are in good condition. The ventilation system for the room consists of I a series of ducts connecting the closet(area with the two ozalid machines. As Figure 1 indicates, the ducts all manifold into tine duct that exits on the east side of the building I approximately 56 feet above the grounl.d. The exhaust fan is a 1.5 horsepower unit rated ~at 1200 cfm. At that rate the room volume is exchanged every 10 minutes. Occidental, Bakersfield I June 2S, 1~0 1 [~[~[~--~ GROUNDWATER ~ TECHNOLOGY, INC. .I DRAFT ? 3.o IuEnTIFica On Anhydrous ammonia is a severe irritant of the eyes, respiratory tract, and skin. Exposure I to and inhalation of concentrations of 2500 ·to 6500 ppm cause severe corneal irritation,. bronchospasm~ chest pain, and pulmonary edema, which may be fatal. Consequences can· include bronchitis or pneumonia; some residual reduction in pulmonary function has also been reported. Liquid anhydrous ammonia in contact with the eyes may. cause serious eye I ' . injury or blindness. On the skin, it causes first'and second degree burns, which are often severe and, 'if 'extensive, may be fatal. Vapor concentrations of 10,000 ppm are mildly · 'l' irritating' to moist skin, while 30,000 ppm or greater cause a stinging sensation and may produce skin burns. The threshold level value (TLV) is 25 ppm and the short-term II exposure limit is 35 ppm. The immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) level is '500 ppm, the level of concern (LOC) is 50 ppm, and the human odor perception I concentration is 0.7 ppm. I 4.0 CURRENT OPERATION Occidental CUrrently contracts with Hopper, Inc. to deliver the supply of anhydrous · l ammonia ~for the blueprint room. Hopper employees transport the cylinders through the building via corridors and the elevator. The transport route from the entry to the cylinder I closet is relatively short and is the most direct route possible. An Occidental security guard · ~ accomPanies the ·Hopper emplOYee through the building to assure'safety. Once the tanks 'I are delivered, Occidental personnel disconnect the exhausted tanks and replace them with I the full tanks. They connect .the tanks ·to an existing delivery system'making sure tO tighten and check the connections. Prior to operation of the machines, a valve on the cylinder is opened to allow ammonia into the syStem. This same valve is turned off at the ·end of the Ioperating day or work period. Normal operating time for this system is Monday through Friday from 8 am.to 5 pm. The Use of ammonia is approximately 200 lbs per month. To I date, there have not been any accidents associated with the storage and handling of anhydrous ammOnia at the facility. I RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield I June 2S, 1990 2 ~l[]]]]j~] GROUNDWATEr ~][~[~] TECHNOLOaV, INC I DRAFT I~' 5.0 HAZARDOUS OPERATION STUDIES To evaluate potential hazards 'associated with the. storage of anhydrous ammonia on the i fourth floor of the Occidental PetrOleUm Building, a fault tree analysis is performed to determine the cause and type of potential release. In the fault tree analysis, it is assumed I 'that ~a certain type of release ~has occurred. Potential causes and consequences of the release are then' examined. In .all scenarios it is assumed that the. cylinders have no I inherent structural weaknesses due to manufacture or use as they are routinely pressure tested b3/~the vendof to verify integrity eVerY 7 years.. I Six release scenarios are included in the fault tree analysis: 1) catastrophic' tank rupture, 'l 2) line failure, 3) regUlator failure, 4) overpressurization of tank, 5) leakage from the regulatOr union, and 6) transportation mishap. The scenarios are discussed below and I summarized in Table 1. I The location of the cylinders on the fourth floor will effectively minimize dispersion to other floors in the building because the floor has its own air conditioning system as well as a I ventilation system in the drafting room to remove ammonia vapors. Because of this, the following "severity of consequence" w_~ e~a.~J_u~t~b,a~se__d~u~gQ~.j!.s a_~.c~[~p~f~u.~r~..t~fl~or i e~mp~l~gees.. Exceptions t° this include scenarios 1 and 6. Scenario 1 examines the consequences of a catastrophic tank rupture where electrical power is not available for Iventilation of the gas. Scenario 6, transportation mishap, is evaluated based upon the potential impact to the entire building. Figure 2 summarizes all potential release scenarios ! based upon probability of release and severity of consequence. I 5.1 CATASTROPHIC TANK RUPTURE The worst case scenario is a catastrophic rupture of both cylinders due to the effects of a I large magnitude earthquake. The ammonia cylinders could sustain severe damage should heavy objects strike the cylinders. The only objects of any significant size and weight in the I room are the ozalid machines which could not exert enough force to rupture a properly maintained and tested cylinder..A collapse of the structure could, however, result in RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield I June 25, 1990 3 [~][~] GROUNDWATER ' · [~[~[~ TECHNOLOGy, INC. TABLE 1 POSSIBLE AMMONIA RELEASE SCENARIOS OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL, BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA DRAFTING ROOM RELEASE SCENARIO POSSIBLE CAUSE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE MITIGATION Catastrophic Tank Rupture Earthquake Instantaneous release of ammonia vapor ~ Specialized training and Severe Impact from flashing of pressurized liquid, availability of respira- Possible formation of ammonia fog. tory gear for personnel. Exposure of blueprint room personnel -- Ammonia detector coupled to high concentrations of ammonia, to alarm system. Contain- ment vault for cYlinders: Line Failure ~ Earthquake Release of ammonia vapor from flashing ~ Emergency evacuation Severe Impact of pressurized liquid. Exposure of procedures. blueprint room personnel to high concentrations of ammonia, see above Regulator Failure Earthquake Release of ammonia vapor from flashing see above Severe Impact . of pressurized liquid. Exposure of blueprint room personnel to high concentrations of ammonia. Overpressurization Change in ambient Release of ammonia vapor from flashing see above pressure caused by of pressurized liquid. Exposure of ~ ~ L)o_.~' ~ increase in temp. blueprint room personnel to high (fire).' concentrations of ammonia. Regulator Union Leak Human error, union Slow release of 8mmonia vapor from see above not tightened during flashing of pressurized liquid. tank replacement. Transportation Mishap Earthquake Release of ammonia vapor from flashing of Emergency evacuation Valve leak pressurized liquid. Depending on cause, procedures. release could be rapid or slow. DRAFT heavier objects frOm uPper floors falling downward onto the cylinders. Rupture' of the tanks would result in the instantaneous release of ammonia vapOr from the flashing of pressurized liquid; some liquid ammonia may remain for a very short period of time. A release of this type may cause the temporary formation of an ammonia hydroxide fog due to the high concentration of gas immediately following release. ' I : An earthquake of moderate to severe magnitude would most likely cut power to the building, thus disabling the ventilation system, and would shatter the ten windows in the I blueprint, room. Should major structural failure occur, it is possible that an impact of sufficient force could rupture the anhydrous ammonia cylinders. Dispersion of the gas I through the broken windows would be the most likely route off site. Within the building, the ammonia_g~s could disperse throughout the fourth floor and-floors immediat, t~eely__a~b_0_o~.e I and below, potentially__utilizing conduits such as_the~.ele×ator shafts._and_stair>v, ells for d~n. In such a scenario, employees could be exposed to dangerous concentrations I of ammonia immediately after the rupture of the tanks. Concentrations of ammonia in the ' blUeprint room cOuld reach 60 percent by volume immediately after a total rupture. I Based upon the:iow probability of an earthquake .of the magnitude necessary for major I structural failuie,'this scenario has a low probabili~ of occurring. However, should a I '~ catastrophic ruPture occur, the severi~__of_the__consequences-are-cons.idered to be h_ig~h. I " 5.2 LINE FAILURE I ~The failure of a process line to the blueprint machines is considered a possibility in the event of a major earthquake or. impact with a large object. During an earthquake, a large I object may fall or roll into a line causing the line to break. In addition, the line may break due to stresses imparted by the rolling action of the quake. This would result in the release I 'of ammonia vapor from the flashing pressurized liquid ammonia. It may be possible to cause failure of the process lines with a blow less severe than that needed to cause rupture I of the cylinders. Occidental, Bakersfield June 25, 1990 5 [~[~'~ GROUNDWATER - ~][~][~ TECHNOLOGY, INC. DRAFT ·1 '= Based upon the possibility .of breaking a process line with a moderate to severe blow and the possibility of rupturing a_._~Lline during an earthquake, thi...~s scenario has a modera~_~te. I ' probability of occurring. The se,___verity of consequences relatin_g, to a rele~_~e_o~f this type_~are considered to be moderate based upon the relatively controlled nature of the release and the possibility for control.of the discharge at the tanks. I 5.3 REGULATOR FAILURE The failure of a regulator on the ammonia cylinder is considered a possibility in the event ora major earthquake or an impact to the top of the tanks. During an earthquake, the tanks may be overturned causing the regulators to strike a walt or the floor and break. I ' While unlikely, it is possible that this scenario may occur during daily operation. The lOcation of the cylinders in a protected area (the closet) away from normal traffic areas I precludes this scenario from occurring. Should a regulator fail, this would result in the release of ammonia vapor from the flashing of pressurized liquid ammonia. The nature of I the release would be dependent .on the severity of the regulator damage. Slow loss due to a partial break is considered to be more likely than an instantaneous release related to I complete breakage of the regulator. I This scenario requires the occurrence of a major earthquake or event of similar magnitude, therefore, the probability of release is considere__~d lo__~.w. The uncontrollable release of Iammonia Over a comparatively long time frame indicates that the._severi~ of the consequences are moderate. I 5.40VERPRESSURIZATION I A scenario in which the cylinder, is overPressurized within the building is examined as a potential type of release. This type of release would result in the release of ammonia vapor I from the flashing of pressurized liquid. The rate of release would be dependent on the severity Of.the tank failure'.~ Causes for this. type of release are very limited. I Overpressurization of the cylinders could result from an increase in the ambient pressure in thecylinder due to increasing temperature. A fire within the building is the only realistic I RMPP Occidental, -Bakersfield I . June ZS, 1990 6 [~][~ ~] GROUNDWATER [~][~[~ TECHNOL°GY' INC. DR FT method of increasing the temperature enough to cause tank failure. The' building is equipped with a .sprinkler. system to control fires and inhibit significa.nt elevations in temperature. Because of tank construction and the presence of the sprinkler system, the possibility of achieving temperatures high enough to' cause tank failure is remote. In the event of a fire of this magnitude, few, if any, people Would most likely be present in the blueprint room. ~The piobability"6f 'this .type of release iS'. ¢0nsidered iow~ based upon the relatively high temperature~required' to cause a tank failure.' The type of consequences associated with this type of failure wi.'ll be related to the nature of~ the tank failure. The severity of consequences of this type of release are considered moderate based upon the uncontrolled release.of ammonia in the relative absence of people. 5.5 REGULATOR UNION LEAK A release could occur from a regulator which is only loosely tightened during tank replacement. During such a release, it is,felt that ammonia vapor would be released slowly in a relatively small quantity: The cause for this scenario is human error. Ther. e_is a~i~gh probability' of this tv~e of releas~_o...c, curring,.~ho~me~e~,.~th_e~s~ey~r}ty~of, Xhe~.~. qg~e~n~c~e~s~ low. I 5.6 TRANSPORTATION MISHAP Potential for the release of ammonia exists during delivery of the ammonia cylinders to the I blueprint room. Though very unlikely, tank rupture could occur if delivery of the ammonia cylinders coincided with a major earthq~/ake. As previously discussed, large objects could I impact the cylinders. Such a release~ would be catastrophic and would endanger the employees in the building. If a mishap were to occur outside of the blueprint room, the ammonia gas would quicklY disper~e throughout the building via conduits such as elevator I shafts and-stairwells, if an accident occurred within the b..~er~rint room, the dedicated / I RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield I 'June 25, 1990 7 [~]~]~-] GROUNDWATER . [~ TECHNOLOGy, INC. I = DEAFT ventilation system would prevent spread of the gas ~to the rest of the building and would only endanger nearby personnel. A more likely cause of ammonia release during transport would be a valve leak. Ammonia vapor-iwould be released SloWly .and-in a relatively small quantity, thus the severity of consequences are' low. Considering the care that both Hopper and OCcidental personnel use in handling the tanks, there is a low probability of ammonia release during transportation. The Erobabili~__0_f~g 'substantial earth~qu_ake occurring during cy_lin.de~r_[transp, ort is also ×~ow. ,The sevedty~of the consequences of a tank rupture are high. 6.0 DISPERSION MODELING PROGRAM FOR FACILITY HAZ-OP REVIEW The following section includes a discussion of the scenarios modeled, details concerning the modeling program, and the results from the modeling runs. ' I 6.1 DISCUSSION I Two scenarios are presented in this section for the worst case scenario representing a catastrophic rupture of the two ammonia cylinders located in the fourth floor blueprint room. Both scenarios assume total rupture of the cylinders resulting in the immediate and I total release of the ammonia. The first scenario is modeled for a receptor height of 4 feet while the second scenario is modeled for a receptor height of 56 feet, the stack height. The Iworst case emission rate modeled is 33.5 lbs/rain of ammonia. This represents the instantaneous dispersion of 300 lbs of anhydrous ammonia into the blUeprint room. I In the model, the evacuation rate is based on the exhaust fan rating of 1200 cfm, thus the .1 entire room air volume of 11,000 ft3 will be evacuated in approximately 10 minutes. The · concentrations discussed below are the calculated maximum exposures. These concentrations · would decrease immediately within the first few minutes and be very low as the time from 1 RMPP · Occidental, Bakersfield June 25, 1990 8 [~][] GROUNDWATER [~[~[~ TECHNOLOGY, INC. ~'l ? release approaches 10 minutes. The initial concentration of anhydrous ammonia in the exhaust ' gas is approximately 622,000 ppm under this scenario. I 6.2 MODELING I The model used for this-analysis is SPILLS. SPILLS is a computer generated model, developed in 1980 by M. T. Feishcer of Shell Research, which allows the user to model I both steady-state and dynamic processes. Program output consists of maximum concentrations and their locations, cOncentrations at Specified points and constant I concentration contour Plots. IFor the first scenario, three separate and different meteorological stability conditions are modeled representing very stable, neutral and very unstable conditions. The following input I parameters are used for each analysis: I a. A wind velocity of 3.4 mph is used in each case. This wind speed is recommended for use in modeling conservative emission scenarios. I b. The assumption is made that there is not an inversion layer. ,~ c. . The receptors are assumed to be 4 feet above the ground. d. Stack height is 56 feet above 'the ground with very minimal exit velocity. i e. Crosswind velocityis zero. f. Emission rate is 33.5 lbs of/min ammonia. I g. Ambient temperature is 68°F. For each condition the distance to concentrations of concern are identified, as well as the distance to the maximum concentration for those conditions. Modeling under these conditions indicates that the concentrations of anhydrous ammonia do not reach the IDLH level (500 ppm). The results are as follows: I RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield I June 2~, 1990 9 [~][~['~1 GROUNDWATER [~[~[~ TECHNOLOGY, INC. DRAFT I Meteorological 25 pPm 50 ppm Distance to max. Condition (TLV) (LOC) Concentration I Stab. I 900 ft. 600 ft. -94 ppm @ 300 ft. I Stab. IV 3696 ft. 2244 ft. 98 ppm @ 978 ft. I Stab. VI ~1.85 mi. 5280 ft. 80 ppm @ 2398 ft. The second scenario is modeled to determine the ammonia concentration foot print at a receptor height of 56 feet, the stack height. Other input variables remain the same. Only meteorological stability VI is used to simulate worst case weather conditions. In this run, the radius at which IDLH (500 ppm) and LOC (50 ppm) levels would occur is calculated. The results are as follows: Meteorological Concentration (ppm) Distance to Condition Concentration Stab. VI 500 (IDLH) 1088 ft. Stab. VI 50 (LOC) 4856 ft. Figures 3 and 4 show the LOC and IDLH foot prints, respectively, calculated for a stack height of 56 feet. The circle represents the foot print under stable weather conditions. The ellipse represents the path of the plUme under normal weather conditions with the prevailing winds from the northwest. Buildings that are possible receptors (four stories or higher)' are also labeled on the figures. RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield June 25, 1990. 10 [][][] GROUNDWATER ' [][~[] TECHNOLOGY, INC. DRAFT 7.0 RISK REDUCTION In an effort to reduce the risk of employee exposure to ammonia vapors, Occidental will install a containment vault within the ammonia storage closet (figure 5). The construction details of the vault will prevent ammonia vapors frOm escaping int° the blueprint room. The vault will be constructed from stainless steel, have a door'that securely latches, and have a vent line to the outside. Threaded fittings for the process pipes and a rubber gasket fitting for the door will prevent vapor escape. The ammonia cylinders will be strapped in an.uptight position. ' ~ In addition to the containment vault,. Occidental has plans to locate an ammonia detector in the vault. This detector' would be tied into an alarm system located in the Security Depaitment, which is manned 24-hours per day. 8.0 OCCIDENTAL SAFETY, FIRST AID & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Occidental has standard operating procedures that will minimize individual exposure to anhydrous ammonia should a release occur. All Occidental managers have an office emergency procedures manual. The manual consistS of ten sections: 1) Emergency I Numbers, 2) First Aid, 3) Fire Alarms/Exits, 4) Earthquakes, 5) Bomb Threats, 6) Reporting Accidents, 7) Employee Injury, 8) Vehicle Accident, 9) Outsider Injury and 10) I Other Forms & Policies. I The fire alarm section (Appendix 1), which is distributed to all employees, contains procedures to be followed during a fire emergency to assure that everyone leaves the I building safely. As discussed above, Occidental plans to install an ammonia detector in the closet Where the tanks are stored. This detector will be monitored 24-hours per day by the I security staff, such that if ammonia vapors above a specified level are detected, proper action can be initiated (ie. fire ala/rm and building evacuation). The fire alarm system I operates under its own power and/thus woUld operate under a general electrical failure. Occidental, Bakersfield ~_h~O~k~j I June zs, 1~o 11 aROUNOWAtER I DRAFT' I. The earthquake section contains general, actions that emplOyees should take in the event , l i~ of an earthquake as well as procedures to be followed after an earthquake, which includ,e,//~ I evacuation of the building following the fire evacuation guidelines. An "ammonia alarm / will cause the facility to evacuate the building in much the same manner as a fire alarm. I In the event of a leak, the blueprint room personnel will need immediate protection. I Occidental will provide re~ personp, el to facilitate evacuation from the room. ~ respiratory protection use will be conducted for existing and new I personnel. OcCidental presently has a prOgram to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). The' purpose I of the HCS is t° reduce the. incidence of chemically-related occupational illnesses and injuries in the workplace. The Hazards CommuniCation program requires that employees I transferred to an area in which new hazardous chemicals are used or located must be trained in their handling and identification. While anhydrous ammonia is part of this program, Occidental will provide a specific program on anhydrous ammonia for those individuals that may be exposed. The training program will consist of a discussion of safe I handling of ammonia, the Material Safety Data Sheet, and t~onal Health ~ ._f. oI_Am~_onia. The safety training progra___m will be administered annually by an individual trained in the safe handling of ammonia. Training for each individual will be documented. I Occidental has security staff on site 24-hours a day. Occidental security personnel will I make routine checks of the blueprint area after normal working hours to identify any potential hazard before employees return to work. Should a problem be identified individuals noted on the Occidental emergency manual will be notified to address the problem. RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield I JUne zs, ~9~o 12 _ T C NOLO¢¥, i I I I FIGURES I 1 1 I I I Occidental, Bakersfield .. I June 25; 1990 [~]~ C~OUN~WA*E~ : I~1~1 TECHNOLOGY, INC. · ' GENERALIZED P&ID AMMONIA SYSTEM FOR BLUE PRINT MACHINES OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL, BAKERSFIELD, CA 12" Ducts = Outside 6" Duct  1.5 hp Blower 1200 cfm I Blue Print Machines , ' i.~ Process Piping .. Regulators '. ' JOB # 215, ? SITE'occidenfal Building .899 "6001 Ammonia Cylinder SITE Loc, 1200 Bakersfield, Discovery CA Way DESCRIPTION: P&ID of' Ammonia System Closet ~R^~N ]~Y, DATE, I~ppROVE~ ,Y, MJW 6/90 - I F,~URE 1 ~~*OU"D'ATE" TECHNOLOGY, INC. J ~.- !.'Li~ Figure 2 '- '...'~' RISK ANALYSIS 'MATRIX ~ J' OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL ! -~ CD Regulator Leak o ! ,,, Jo~ ~egu~ator rapture J OverpreSsurizafion//Transportation , I ':' ~ Mishap/ J . " LOW MODERATE HIGH Severity of Consequences  Combinations of 'Conclusions from Risk Analysis that identify ~ Sifua*ions of Major Concern ! ~ (M. odified from }he S*afe of California,' RMPP Guidance, June 1989) .~ .Scenarios assume electrical service is not available. ~.~. ':.:' ..... · ' '.'~' · ~ ~ I...' .. - .--. ~" .~' ' ,~' ~,..~, ...... ...... . .... , -.~.~ · · ' i~'~.~. ~:. ~ ,, , ~',.~l~,.-  ':~-;. - '~t~/ ' · I"' I' '~~ '/ ._~--~*~----~--~ ----~'-- .... ~-' ~,~..~ · :'. "~ '1" .. ~.~k- ( ~ '..~ ~ ~. I~:~T1 .... I :.::: .... ;. :~.~.:.:.,...' . .. ~,~,j, , , ':.' ': '" ?'" .I ' /~' ~ · .. ....~ , ~ , ~ ~ ~ ~ . ' ~Z~/~,/z~ ..... ri ~ ~~r~-x~x~ ~ ~1 ~ ~/~~ ~ ~ ~ · ~ I,~ ~1~/~.'~:.~.~.~3a~./~.1~: ~,~ ~ -~~;~-.~P ~lCI . ~t,~g~ --t*~ wv - t · ~:~;';~:.r.:;~ ~ '~~,:~.l J ~ BELLE I.~ - - , uJ~J : TE~ I. ~ ~ -J . J OR'~ . :]~'~ ~' ~i" ]~ ~:~'¢~"--:- ,~- ~ .......................  Buildings at Receptor Height 1. Occidental ~200 Discovery Way 2. Cali'fomia Republic Bank 5060 California Ave.  3. 'Shell 5060 California Ave. 4. Contel Centre 4900 California Ave. 5. Offices 4560 California Ave. I ~ 6. Arco 4550 California Ave. -7. First American Title 4540 California Ave. · SITE, JOB ~ Occidenfal Buildingjsgg 8ool } . s~[ uac~ 1 200 ~scover7 'under stable weather condiHons. Bakersfield, CA HAP TYP~, Ellipse represents plume ~nder ~LOC af 5B' normal weather conditions. ~RAVN ~V, DAT~, APPROVED ~Y, ~ATE, MH 8/90 SCALEr REV~ REVISION ~ATE ]Y 1/~ 0 1/4 1/~ I mites Source: Thomas Bros. ~aps. I i . D AFT' ...... =. . ~ . , ~..~A'~.,~ ~.~ .~ ,. ' ,~%- ' ,. ......... ~,,~, ,. ~ ... ....... ~.~., .... , ~. ~l~~.., ~L~ - t ~'~ ....:..~ · . '- ~ . ~ ~ .' ,J.,'..:. . · ~ ~l:~-~,~J~ / I~ j 12~STI ~:.~ "-:'-~-' " l' · ~ ~ I i .... ~ '" ~' i - . , ,,~..... ... .., .. . · ~.~ . .,, ~ ~.~ ,' .... ., ,. ~-~ ' J~~ ~ '.. ~ =~. 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I i I Front View Side View Vent to I P~:~ocess Piping Outside I · to~ Ozalids Hinge 60" Restraint .~,.~ A Device / ~ ~ Latch Rubber' Hinge J _~_____ 20"..~. -~ 55" J~S # 215 S~tE'occidenfal Building 899 6001 szTE LaC, 1200 Discovery Way Bakersfield, CA Vault will be constructed with 1/8 inch stainless steel plate. :ESCR~pT~aN'containment Vault · Door will have a rubber gasket. DRAVN BY, ]]ATE, APPROVED MH Drawing is not to scale. J FIGURE 5 I ~ T~R ca~U[n~'~T~R~Nc. I I APPENDIX 1 ! RMPP .Occidental, Bakersfield I June 25, 1990 ' ' []lq~lGROUNDWATER !.'" ,' I[][][]1 TECHNOLOGy, INC. I.~.~ i '.,':~i-. . F I R E A L A R M I -'This' section covers the occurrence of fire alarms and emergency exit procedures. All personnel should be informed °f the instruc- 'tions 'contained in this sectionl I .SHOUL~ 'THE FIRE ALAR/4 SOUND 'WHILE YOU OR YOUR EMPLOyEEs ARE IN THE BUILDING'THE FOLLOWING STEPS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED: I 1. BEGIN AN ORDERLY EVACUATION OF THE BUILDING. Jif possible (AND SAFE), close office doors behind you] I -AVOID RUNNING. -DO NOT USE THE ELEVATORS. -ASSIST INJURED PERSONNEL IF NECESSARY~ I 2. ASSEMBLE IN'THE PARKING LOT* 3' AWAIT ROLL CALL BY YOUR EMERGENCY COORDINATOR. I ~. DO NOT RETURN TO THE BUILDING UNTIL PERMISSION IS GRANTED THROUGH THE FIRE DEPARTMENT BY Jean Caughell, ~on Bryson I or their designees. NOTE: FIRE "DRILLS" WIT.Y. BE ANNOUNCED BEFORE THEY ARE CONDUCTED. I IF THE ALAR~ IS NOT ANNOUNCED...IT IS NOT A DRILL[ FOR.EVACUATION PURPOSES: YOUR'ASSEMBLY AREA IN THE PARKING LOT IS: (SEE ATTACHED MAP INDICATING ASSEMBLY AREA) YOUR EMERGENCY MONITOR IS: MONITOR'S ALTERNATE: Evacuation ldeeting Areas itor's A~eembly Area · Y our Evacuation'Group and Exit Route GROUP 11 GROUP 12 GROUP 15 GROUP. 1 ~ EXIT ROUTE FIRST FLOOR Your Evacuation Grou.p · and Exit Route ~--~ GROUP 21  GROUP 22 ~T~ GROUP 23 ' ~ GROUP 24 ~ ~ EXI,T ROUTE ~ 238 ~ SECOND FLOOR Your Evacuation Group. and Exit Route ~ GROUP 31 ~ GROUP 32 [[F[~ GROUP 35 ~ EXIT ROUTE THIRD FLOOR Your Evacuation Group and Ex, it Route GROUP 4.1 GROUP ~-2 GROUP 4-3 ~~' EXIT ROUTE FOURTH FLOOR ~95 Your Evacuation Group and Exit Route ~ GROUP 51 ~ GROUP 52 ~ GROUP 5:} ~ GROUP 54. ~ GRoUp 55 ~ EXIT ROUTE FIFTH FLOOR Your Evacuation Group and Exit Route GROUP 61 OROUP ~ 'GROUP ~ ~ GROUP 64 ~ SIXTH FLOOR .. . EEEERGENCY EVACUATZON '''' i -...! .~ :'.'. (ROLL ·CALL) FLOOR CAPTAIN: PRIMARY MONITOR~ ALTERNATEMONiTOR:. section: Floor: Employees: EVACUATION COORDINATOR: Ron-.~_',~.:,Bryson .... I (Alternate Coordinator):. Claudi~.Rickard/Sherri-Lonq-- I 1.' Assemble in your assigned areas.in the parking lot. 2. Call roll. 3' Turn in names of those absent t° the Floor Captain. I 4. The names of missing personnel.will be turned in to the Evacuation Coordinator. (CHECK IF,) EMPLOYEES ROO~ ACCT. FOR 1. 3. 5. 10. 12. 15. -16. ,- ! PREPARED FOR: R°n R. Bryson ~ 2)- i - ~ 53 Occidental International Exploration and Production Company · 1200 Discovery Way I Bakersfield, CA 93309 ! ADDENDUM TO PRELIMINARY RMPP SUBMITYED TO OXY FEBRUARY 23, 1990 · I MAY 15, 1990 ! ! 'PREPARED BY: Groundwater Technology, Inc. 4101 Alken Street, B-1 Bakersfield, CA 93308 ! I []V~[~ CROUNDW^rER ~-~[--~] TECHNOLOGY, INC. , I I TABLE OF CONTENTS - 1.0 Background ........................... ' 1 I 2.0 Catastrophic Tank Rupture ............................... 1 ii, 3.0 Other Releases ........................................ 1 4.0 Occidental Safety, First Aid & Emergency Procedures ............ 1 I 5.0 Summary ............................................ 2 I , LIST OF FIGURES I' Figure 1 Risk Analysis Matrix, Occidental International · 4 I: LIST OF TABLES Table 1 Possible Ammonia Release Scenarios ........................ 5 EXHIBIT 1 ................................................... 6 ! .. ~-~ TECHNOLOGY, INC. I BACKGROUND In the previous evaluation submitted February 23, 1990, a fault tree analysis was performed to determine the cause and type of potential releases of anhydrous ammonia at the Occidental building on Discovery Way in Bakersfield. In that analysis it was assumed that electrical power was available under all scenarios to evacuate ammonia from the blueprint room should an accidental release occur. This scenario examines the consequences of a release of anhydrous ammonia from a severe earthquake and other potential causes where electrical power is not available to evacuate the gas. CATASTROPHIC TANK RUPTURE As previously discussed a scenario where a catastrophic earthquake causes the cylinders to suffer a severe impact.from the collapse of a structure, while unlikely, could occur. The building was constructed in 1985 under the existing 1982 uniform earthquake construction codes. The requirements of this state code are directed at the protection of human life to the fullest extent possible. An earthquake of moderate to severe magnitude would most likely cut power to the building shutting down the ventilation system. In such a case where. major structural failure occurred it is possible an impact that of sufficient force caused by building collapse could rupture the anhydrous ammonia cylinders. The ammonia gas would' then disperse throughout the fourth floor and floors immediately above and below, conduits such the elevator shafts and stairwells, for dispersion. It is potentially using as very likely that in an earthquake as described, windows would be broken and dispersion of the gas through the resulting spaces would be a very likely route offsite. In such a scenario individuals could be exposed to dangerous concentrations of ammonia immediately after the rupture of the tanks. As referenced in the_pre.v, io. us_e_v_aluation, concentratio~ns.of-amm~onia i~rint room C_Quld reach 60 percent by volume, immediately~a.tolaLmp~tur~e.. OTHER RELEASES Previously various release scenarios of a less severe nature were examined: line failure, regulator failure, over pressurization and regulator union leak. BecaUse ammonia can be detected in very low concentrations, releases from these scenarios would likely be detected before they became a severe problem allowing time for corrective action to shut off the source. Under these scenarios, which include loss of electrical power, leaking anhydrous ammonia Would gradually make its way from the blueprint room to other areas of the fourth floor, through diffusion, not having an active ventilation system to carry it through the building. Personnel could be exposed to irritating concentrations of ammonia while evacuating the area. OCCIDENTAL.SAFETY~ FIRST AID & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Occidental has as its standard operating procedures, practices that could minimize individual exposure to anhydrous ammonia should a release occur. All Occidental Plaza Managers have an office emergency procedures manual. The manual consists of ten sections: 1) Emergency numbers, 2) First Aid, 3) Fire alarms/Exits, 4) [~[][] GROUNDWATER [][-~[-~ TECHNOLOGY, INC. Earthquakes, 5)Bomb Threats, 6) Reporting Accidents, 7) employee injury, 8) Vehicle accident, 9) outsider injury and 10) other forms & Policies. The fire alarm section (Exhibit I ) contains procedures to be followed during a fire alarm emergency to assure that everyone can leave the building safely. Occidental is evaluating the feasibility of locating an ammonia detector in the closet where the tanks are stored. This detector would be tied in to the fire control system, such that levels of ammonia above a pre-set level could be detected and proper action could be initiated ie. fire alarm and building evacuation. The fire alarm system can operate under its own power and thus would operate under a general electrical failure. The earthquake section contains general actions that employees should take in the event of 'an 'earthquake as well as procedures to be followed after an earthquake which include, evacuation of the building following fire evacuation guidelines. The plan will be revised such that an "ammonia alarm" will cause the facility to evacuate the building in much the same manner as a fire alarm. It is very likely that in the event of any leak, the blueprint personnel will need immediate protection. Occidental is making available a set of respiratory gear to facilitate evacuation of personnel in this room. Proper training will be conducted for existing and new personnel. Occidental presently has a program to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard (HCS).. The purpose of the HCS is to reduce the incidence of chemically-related occUpational illnesses and injuries in the workplace. The Hazards Communication program requires that employees transferred to an area in which new hazardous chemicals are used or located must be trained in their handling and identification. While anhydrous ammonia is part of this program, Occidental is providing a specific program on anhydrous ammonia for those individuals that may be exposed. This anhydrous ammonia safety training program will be administered by an individual trained in the safe handling of ammonia and training for each individual will be documented. Occidental has security staff onsite 24 hours a day. Occidental security personnel will make routine checks of the blueprint area after hours to identify any potential hazard before employees return to work. Should a problem be identified individuals noted on the Occidental emergency manual will be notified to address the problem. SUMMARY While the full rupture of the anhydrous ammonia tanks would pose grave consequences to individuals exposed, the likelihood of this release scenario is unlikely. While no building can be constructed to Withstand any and all earthquakes, this building is of a steel frame construction, concrete appears to play a minor role (telecon with construction engineers 5-7-90), it was built to earthquake code. As mentioned earlier the code is directed toward preserving structural integrity and preventing loss of life. The loss of electrical power and ventilation capacity would prevent ammonia gas from being evacuated out of the building at a more rapid rate and could expose individuals to higher concentrations of anhydrous. ammonia for a longer period of time, however, in such a scenario, the windows from the building would most likely provide an exit route for the gas. In the event of this scenario [~[~[] GRouNDWATER ~-~-~ TECHNOLOGY, INC. however, personnel would have to depend on existing evacuation and training procedures to minimize the consequences. Other anhydrous ammonia leak scenarios evaluated could pose significant health problems for individuals eXposed if electrical service and ventilation capacity was down. Accumulation of anhydrous ammonia could eXpose individuals to health threatening levels. ~This scenario allows people to implement existing safety procedures and minimize their //')exposure. A combination of proposed safety devices and more specialized training on handling and working around anhydrous ammonia can make this scenario more manageable. ' . ;0~'~ GROUNDWATER TECHNOLOGY, INC. Figure 1 I RISK ANALYSIS MATRIX ~ I OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL ! CD RegulaTor Leak I o -- ~ cLi.ne ~///////~ I ° I I o ! I LOW MEDIUM HIGH I Severity of Consequences I ~ Combinations of Conclusions from Risk Analysis that identify Situations of Major Concern '1 / Combinations that Identify Situations of Concern (Modified from the State of California, RMPP Guidance, ,June l gBg) I ~ Scenarios assume electrical service is not available. :' I~SSIBLE AMMONIA RELEASE SCENARIOS* OCCIDENTAL INTER~ATIONAL~ ~AKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA DRAFTING ROOM RELEASE SCENARIO POSSIBLE CAUSE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE MITIGATION Catastrophic Tank Rupture Earthquake Instantaneous release of ammonia Emergency evacuation Severe Impact vapor from flashing of pressurized procedures. liquid. Possible formation of ammonia fog. Exposure of blueprint roo.m personnel to high ~ c°ncentrati°ns °f amm°nia' ~:/ Line Failure Earthquake Release of ammonia vapor from ~ Anhydrous A_m~. onia Severe Impact flashing of pressurized liquid. / detector coupled Exposure of blueprint room [ to alarm system. personnel to high concentrations of ammonia. Regulator Failure Earthquake Release of ammonia vapor from Specialized training on Severe Impact flashing of pressurized liquid, anhydrous ammonia hazards Exposure of blueprint room and handling. personnel to high concentrations of ammonia. Overpressurization Change in ambient Release of ammonia vapor from Availability of pressure caused by flashing of pressurized liquid, respiratory gear for increase in temp. Exposure of blueprint room personnel. (fire). personnel to high concentrations of ammonia. Regulator Union Leak Human error, union Slow release of ammonia vapor from not tightened during flashing of pressurized liquid. tank replacement. * Electrical service is not available under these scenarios. I I I EXHIBIT 1 ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! FIRE ALARM This section covers the occurrence of fire alarms and emergency exit procedures. All personnel should be informed of the instruc- tions contained in this section. SHOULD THE FIRE A~ SOUND mILE YOU OR YOUR EMPLOYEES ARE IN THE BUILDING THE FOLLOWING STEPS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED: 1~ BEGIN AN ORDERLY EVACUATION OF THE BUILDING. [If possible (AND SAFE), close office doors behind you] -AVOID RUNNING. -DO NOT USE THE ELEVATORS. -ASSIST INJURED PERSONNEL IF NECESSARy. ASSEMBLE IN'THE PARKING LOT* 2. 3. AWAIT ROLL CALL BY YOUR EMERGENCY COORDINATOR. DO NOT RETURN TO THE BUILDING UNTIL PERMISSION IS GRANTED THROUGH THE FIRE DEPARTMENT BY 'Jean Caughell, ~on Bryson or their designees. NOTE: FIRE ,'DRILLS" WIT.I. BE ANNOUNCED BEFORE THEY ARE CONDUCTED. IF THE ALARM IS NOT ANNOUNCED...IT IS NOT A DRILL! FOR EVACUATION PURPOSES: , YOUR ASSEMBLY AREA IN THE PARKING LOT IS: (SEE ATTACHED MAP INDICATING ASSEMBLY AREA) YOUR EMERGENCY MONITOR IS: MONITOR'S ALTERNATE: Eva. cuation~'~..x Meeting Ar Monitor'a Assembly Area Discover~ Y o'ur Evacuation Group and Exit Route ~ GROUP 11 ~ GROUP 12 I-l-lTl GROUP 15 F=9 GROUP 14 ~ EXIT ROUTE F I R S T F~L 0 0 R Your Evacuation Group i2,5- l II 229 and Exit Route L .~111 . I  I 230: GROUP 21 I--2,~ =,_ ~ ~ou~ 22 ~ u,~:..~... rrTT']] GROUP 23 ' GROUP 24 EXIT ROUTE SECOND FLOOR Your Evacuation Group. I1~!1 LJ and Exit Route ~ GROUP 31 ~ GROUP 52 ~ GROUP 35 , I ~i~EXiT ROUTE THIRD FLOOR Your Evacuation Group and Ex. it Route ~ GROUP 41 ~ GROUP 42 JJZJ-JZ'n GROUP 4-3 EXIT ROUTE FOURTH FLOOR b95 Your Evacuation Group and Exit Route ~ GROUP 51 ~ GROUP 52 ~ GROUP 53 ~ GROUP 54. GROUP 55 ~ EXIT ROUTE FIFTH FLOOR 682 Your Evacuation Group and Exit Route ~ GROUP 61 ~--~ GROUP 62 ~ GROUP 63 GROUP 6.1- ~II~, EXIT ROUTE SIXTH FLOOR E/~ERGENCY EVACUATION (ROLL CALL) FLOOR CAPTAIN: PRIMARY MONITOR: .ALTERNATE MONITOR: Section: Floor: Employees: EVACUATIONCOORDINATOR: Ron'.~-~-.~Bry (Alternate Coordinator): ClaUdia.Rickard/Sherri Lonq'- 1. Assemble in your assigned areas in the parking lot. 2. Call roll. 3. Turn in names °f those absent to the Floor Captain. 4. The names of missing personnel will be turned in to the Evacuation Coordinator. (CHECK IF) EMPLOYEES ROOM ACCT. FOR 1. 3. 5. 6. 8. 10. 12. 13. 14. ~15. 16. / Prepared for: .R.R. Bryson i Occidental International Exploration and Production Company I 1200 Discovery Way P. O. Box 12021 Bakersfield, CA 93389 1 I OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL EXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION COMPANY RISK MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTION PLAN I OCTOBER 9, 1990 Prepared by: Groundwater Technology, Inc. 4101 Alken Street I Suite B-1 · Bakersfield, CA 93308 __ Michael Wood .... mando Gonza ez ' F~' ~ i Senior Project Manager Director, Air Quality Services 1 il; [~][~['~] GROUNDWATER _ " " [~]~][~ TECHNOLOGY, INC. l' ' 'l TABI.I~. OF CONTENTS I 1.0 INTRODUCTION .......... · ............................... 1 2:0 BACKGROUND 1 I 3.0 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION ............................... 2 i 4.0 CURRENT OPERATION ................................... 2 5.0 HAZARDOUS OPERATION STUDIES ........................ 3 I 5.1 CATASTROPHIC TANK RUPTURE ...................... 3 5.2' LINE.FAILURE ....................................... 5 " 5.3 REGULATOR FAILURE ............................... 6 I ' 5.40VERPRESSURIZATION .............................. 6 5.5 REGULATOR UNION LEAK ............ , ............... 7 5.6 TRANSPORTATION MISHAP ........................... 7 I 6.0 DISPERSION MODELING PROGRAM FOR FACILITY HAZ-OP REVIEW ........................... 8 I 6.1 DISCUSSION 8 6.2 MODELING ......................................... 9 I 7.0 RISK REDUCTION . ..................................... 11 '8.0 OCCIDENTAL SAFETY, FIRST AID & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ........................... 11 9.0 RMPP IMPLEMENTATION ................................ 13 10.0 CERTIFICATION ' 15 I LIST OF TABI i TABLE 1. POSSIBLE AMMONIA RELEASE SCENARIOS ............. 4 LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE 1. P&ID OF AMMONIA SYSTEM FIGURE 2. RISK ANALYSIS MATRIX FIGURE 3. LOC AT 56-FOOT RECEPTOR HEIGHT FIGURE 4. IDLH AT 56-FOOT RECEPTOR HEIGHT [][][] CRouNDwAtE} APPENDICES APPENDIX A FIRE ALARM SYSTEM [~-l['~ GROUNDWATER [][][] TECHNOLOGY, INC. 1.0 INTRODUCTION ~ PursUant to Section 25534 of the Health and 'Safety Code, the· City of Bakersfield Fire Department has_ requested that Occidental International Exploration and Production Company develop a ·Risk Management and Prevention Plan (RMPP) for its facility located at 1200 Discovery Way. in BakerSfield, California. This plan is required .to reduce the risk of and prevent accidentsinvolving ammonia, an acutely hazardous material (AHM) per EPA as recorded in the Federal Register April 22, 1987 Extremely Hazardous Substance (EHS) list. Occidental has prepared the following RMPP to meet the requirements of Assembly Bill 3777. 2.0 BACKGROUND Assembly Bill 3777 requires facilities that handle, at any one time, amounts of any extremely hazardous substances equal to or in excess of 500 lbs, 55 gals, or 200 ft3 of gas to investigate potential safety, issues associated with its use. The State of California considers gaseous ammonia a hazardous substance and requires a risk assessment from facilities using quantities of 200 ft3 or greater. The quantity of anhydrous ammonia Occidental uses . exceeds this threshold planning quantity. Consequently, the Bakersfield Fire Department has requested the development of an RMPP for the facility. Occidental's blueprint department utilizes ammonia for the operation of two ozalid · "machines.. The machines are located on the fourth floor of the six StOry building and the blueprint room's: ventilation system is isolated from the remainder 0fthe floor as well as the other floors. Approximately 300 lbs of gaseous ammonia is stored in two cylinders in a closet area Within the drafting room. ·The tank lines, manifold, and regulators are relativelY new and are in good condition. The ventilation-system for the room consists of a series of 'ducts connecting the closet area with the two ozalid machines. As Figure 1 indicates, the ducts all manifold into one duct that exits on .the east side of the building approximately 56 feet above the ground. The exhaust fan is a 1.5 horsepower unit rated at 1200 cfm. At that rate the room volume is exchanged every 10 minutes. RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield October 9, 1990 1  GROUNDWATER .~ ' TECHNOLOGY, INC. ' iDENTiFiCATiON 3.0 Anhydrous ammonia is a severe irritant of the eyes, respiratory tract, and skin. Exposure to and inhalation of concentrations of 2500 to 6500 ppm cause severe corneal irritation, bronchospasm, chest pain, and'pulmonary edema, which may be fatal. Consequences can include bronchitis or pneumonia; some residual reduction in pulmonary function has also been 'reported. Liquid anhydrous ammonia in contact with the eyes may cause serious eye injury or blindness. On the skin, it causes first and second degree burns, which are often severe and, if extensive, may be fatal. Vapor concentrations of 10,000 ppm are mildly irritating to moist skin, while 30,000 ppm or greater cause a stinging sensation and may produce skin'burns. The threshold level value (TI,V) is 25 ppm and the short-term exposure limit is 35 ppm. The immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) level is 500 ppm, the level of concern (LOC) is 50 ppm, and the human odor perception concentration is 0.7 ppm. 4.0 CURRENT OPERATION Occidental currently contracts with Hopper, Inc. to deliver the supply of anhydrous ammonia for the blueprint room. Hopper employees transport the cylinders through the building via corridors and the elevator. The transport route from the entry to the cylinder closet is relatively short and is the most direct route possible. An Occidental security guard accompanies the Hopper employee through the building to assure safety. Once the tanks are 'delivered, OcCidental personnel disconnect the exhausted tanks and replace them with the full tanks. They connect the tanks 'to an existing delivery system making sure to tighten 'and check the connections. Prior to operation of the-machines, a valve on ,the cylinder is opened to allow ammonia into the system. This same valve is turned off at the end of the operating day or work period. Normal operating time for this system is Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. The use of ammonia is approximately 200 lbs per month. To date, there have not been any accidents associated with the storage and handling of ammonia at the facility. anhydrous I RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield October 9, 1990 2 I [~ ~][~] GROUNDWATER [~][~[] TECHNOLOGY, INC. I " 5.0 .HAZARDOUS OPERATION sTUDIES "" To eva.luate.potential hazards associated with the storage of anhydrous ammonia on the fourth floor of the' Occidental Petroleum Building, a fault tree analysis is performed to determine the cause and type of potential release. In the fault tree analysis, it is assumed that a certain type of release has occurred. Potential causes and consequenCes of the release are then examined. In all scenarios it .is assumed that the cylinders have no inherent structural weaknesses due to manufacture or use as they are routinely pressure tested by the vendor to verifY integrity every 7 years. 'Six release scenarios are included in the '.fault tree analysis: 1) catastrophic tank rupture, 2) line failure, ,3)regulator failure, 4) overpressurization of tank, 5) leakage from the .regulator union, and 6) transportation mishap. The scenarios are discussed below and summarized in Table 1. The location of the cylinders on the fourth floor will effectively minimize dispersion to other floors in the building because the floor has its own air conditioning system as well as a ventilation system in the drafting room to remove ammonia vapors. Because of this, the following "severity of consequence" was evaluated based upon its affect to fourth floor employees. Exceptions to this include scenarios 1 and 6. Scenario 1 examines the conseqUences of a catastrophic tank'rupture where electrical power is not available for ventilation of the gas. Scenario 6, transportation 'mishap, is evaluated based upon the .potential impact to the entire building. Figure 2 summarizes all potential release scenarios based upon probability of release and severity of consequences. 5.1 CATASTROPHIC TANK RUPTURE The worst case a catastrophic rupture cylinders to a scenario is of both due the effects of large magnitude earthquake. The ammonia cylinders could sustain severe damage should heavy objects strike the cylinders. The only objects of any significant size and weight in the room are the ozalid machines which could not exert enough force to rupture a properly RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield October 9, 1990 3 [][][] GROUNDWATER [~[~] TECHNOLOGY, INC. . TABLE 1 ' ' ' POSSIBLE AMMONIA RELEASE .SCENARIOS OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL, BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA DRAFTING ROOM RELEASE SCENARIO POSSIBLE CAUSE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE MITIGATION Catastrophic Tank Rupture Earthquake- Instantaneous release of ammonia vapor Elimination of anhydrous Severe Impact from flashing of pressurized liquid, ammonia and conversion of Possible formation of ammonia fog. the system to ammonium Exposure of blueprint room personnel hydroxide. to high concentrations of ammonia. Line Failure Earthquake Release of ammonia vapor from flashing Severe Impact of pressurized liquid. Exposure of blueprint room personnel to high concentrations of ammonia, see above Regulator Failure Earthquake Release of ammonia vapor from flashing see above Severe Impact of pressurized liquid. Exposure of blueprint room personnel to high concentrations of ammonia. Overpressurization Change in ambient Release of ammonia vapor from flashing see above pressure caused by of pressurized liquid. Exposure of mcreasein temp. blueprint room personnel to high (fire). concentrations of ammonia. Human error, union Slow release of ammonia vapor from see above Regulator Union Leak not tightened during flashing of pressurized liquid. tank replacement. Transportation Mishap Earthquake Release of ammonia vapor from flashing of see above Valve leak pressurized liquid. Depending on cause, release could be rapid or slow. ~- .. I maintained and tested cylinder. A collaPSe of the structure could, however, result in heavier objects from upper floors falling downward onto the cylinders. Rupture of the tanks would' I result in the instantaneous release of ammoniavapor from the flashing of pressurized liquid; some liquid ammonia may remain for avery short period of time. A release of this type I may cause the temporary formation of an ammonia, hydroxide fog due 'to the high concentration of gas immediately following release. An earthquake of moderate to severe magnitude would most likely cut power to the I building, thus disabling the ventilation system,' and would shatter the ten windows in the blueprint room. Should major structural failure occur, it is:possible .that an impact of I sufficient force could rupture the anhydrous ammonia cylinders. Dispersion of the gas through the broken windows would be the most likely route off site. Within the building, I the ammonia gas could disperse throughout the fourth floor and floors immediately above and below, potentially utilizing conduits such as the elevator shafts and stairwells for I dispersion. In such a scenario, employees could be exposed to dangerous concentrations of ammonia immediately after the rupture of the tanks. Concentrations of ammonia in the blueprint room could~reach 60 percent by volume immediately after a total rupture. Based upon the low probability of an earthquake of ~the magnitude necessary for major I structural failure, this scenario has a low. probability of occurring. However, should a ' catastrophic rupture occur,· the' severity of the consequences are considered to be high. 5.2 LINE FAILURE I The failure of a process line to the blueprint machines is considered a possibility in the · event of a major earthquake or impact with a large object. During an earthquake, a large I o bject may fall or roll into a line causing the line to break. In addition, the line may break due to stresses imparted by the rolling action of the quake. This would result in the release Iof ammonia vapor from the flashing pressurized liquid ammonia. It may be possible to RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield October 9, 1990 5. · ~ GROUNDWATER TECHNOLOGY, INC. -cause failure of the process lines with a blow less severe than that needed to cause rupture of the cylinders. Based upon the possibility of breaking a process line with a moderate to severe blow and the possibility of rupturing a line during an earthquake, this scenario has a moderate probability of occurring. The severity of consequences relating to a release of this type are considered to be moderate based upon the relatively controlled nature of the release and the possibility for. control of the discharge at the tanks. 5.3 REGULATOR FAILURE The failure of a regulator.on the ammonia cylinder is considered a possibility in the event of a major earthquake or an impact to the top of the tanks. During an earthquake, the tanks may be oVerturned causing the 'regulators to strike a wall or the floor and break. While unlikely, it is possible that this scenario may occur during daily operation. The location of the cylinders in a protected area (the closet) away frOm normal traffic areas precludes this scenario from ocCUrring. Should a regulator fail, this would result in the release of ammonia vapor from the fl .ashing of pressurized liquid ammOnia. The nature of the release would be dependent on the severity of the regulator damage. Slow loss due to a partial break is considered to be more likely than an instantaneous release related to. complete breakage of the regulator. I This scenario requires the occurrence of a major earthquake or event of similar magnitude, therefOre, the probability of release is ~considered low. The uncontrollable release of I ammonia over a comparatively long time frame indicates that the severity of the consequences are moderate. 5.40VERPRESSURIZATION I A scenario in which the cylinder is overpressurized within the building is examined as a potential'tyPe of release. This type of release would result in the release of ammonia vapor I from the flashing of pressurized liquid. The rate of release would be dependent on the I 6 [~[~[~][ GROUNDWATER .. TECHNOLOGY, I severity of the tank failure. Causes for this type of release are very limited. OverPressurizatiOn-of the cylinders could' result from an increase in the ambient pressure I in the cylinder due to increasing temperature. A fire within the building is the only realistic method of. increasing the 'temperature. enough to cause tank failure. The building is I equipped with a sprinkler system to control fires and inhibit significant elevations in temperature. -Because of tank construction and the presence of the Sprinkler system, the ' I possibility of achieving temperatures high enough to cause tank failure is remote. In the .event of a fire of this magnitude, few, if any, ~ peoPle Would most likely be present in the I blueprint room. The probability 'of this type of release is considered low based upon the relatively high temperature required to cause a tank failure. 'The type of consequences associated with this I type Of failure-will be related to the nature of the tank failure. The severity of iconsequences of this type of release are considered moderate based upon the uncontrolled release of ammonia in the relative absence of people. 5.5 REGULATOR UNION LEAK I A release could occur from a regulator which is only loosely tightened during tank · replacement. During such a release, it is felt that ammonia vapor would be released slowly Iin a relatively small quantity. The cause for this scenario is human error. There is a high probability of this type of release occurring, however, the severity of the consequences are low. 5.6 TRANSPORTATION MISHAP Potential for the release of ammonia 'exists during delivery of the ammonia cylinders to the blueprint room. Though very unlikely, tank rupture could occur if delivery of the ammonia cylinders coincided with a major earthquake. As previously discussed, large objects could impact the cylinders. Such a release would be catastrophic and would endanger the employees in the building. If a mishap were to occur'outside of the blueprint room, the RM?P Occidental,' Bakersfield October 9, 1990. 7 WI ll C ou WA, [][][] TECHNOLOGY, INC. ammonia gas would quickly disperse throughout the building via conduits such as elevator ShaftS 'and 'stairwells. If an accident occurred within the blueprint room, the dedicated ventilation system would prevent the spread of gas to the rest of the building and would only i 'endanger nearby personnel. A more likely cause of ammonia release during transport would be a valve leak. Ammonia I vapor would be released slowly and in a relatively small quantity, thus the severity of I .conseqUences are low. Considering the care that both Hopper and Occidental personnel use in handling the tanks, · there is a low probability of ammonia release, during transportation. The probability of a i substantial earthquake occurring during cylinder transport is also very low. The severity of the consequences of a tank rupture are high. I 6.0 DISPERSION MODEIJNG PROGRAM FOR FACIHTY HAZ-OP REVIEW The following section includes a discussion of the scenarios modeled, details concerning the modeling program, and the results from the modeling runs. I 6.1 DISCUSSION I Two sCenarios are presented in this section for the worst case scenario representing a catastrophic rupture ~of the two ammonia cylinders located in the fourth floor blueprint I room. Both scenarios assume total rupture of the cylinders resulting in the immediate and total release of the ammonia. The first scenario is modeled for a receptor height of 4 feet I while the second scenario is modeled for of 56 the stack The a receptor height feet, height. worst case emission rate modeled is 33.5 lbs/min of ammonia. This represents the I instantaneous dispersion of 300 lbs of anhydrous ammonia into the blueprint room. 1· In the model, the evacuation rate is based on the exhaust fan rating of 1200 cfm, thus the entire room air volume of 11,000 ft3 will be evacuated in approximately 10 minutes. The I RIVlPP Occidental, Bakersfield I October 9, 1990 8 ~ GROUNDW^TER . ~ I[__JI II Il TECHNOLOGY, INC. concentrations discussed below are the calculated maximum exposures. These concentrations would decrease immediately within the first few minutes and be very low as the time from I release approaches 10 minutes. The initial concentration of anhydrous ammonia in the exhauSt gas is approximately 622,000 ppm under this scenario.. I 6.2 MODELING I The model used for this analysis is SPILLS. SPILLS is a computer generated model, developed in 1980 by Mi T. Feishcer of Shell Research, which allows the user to model both steady-state and dynamic processes. Program output consists of maximum concentrations and their .locations, concentrations at specified points and constant concentration contour I plots. I For the first scenario, three separate and different meteorological stability conditions are i modeled representing very stable, neutral and very unstable conditions. The following input parameters are used for each analysis: I a. A .wind velocity of 3.4 mph is used in each case. This wind speed is recommended for use in modeling conservative emission scenarios. I b. The. assumption is made that there is not an inversion layer. I c. The receptors are assumed to be 4 feet above the ground. d. Stack height is 56 feet above the ground with very 'minimal exit velocity. I e. Crosswind velocity !s zero. I f. Emission rate 'is 33.5 lbs of/min ammonia. I g. Ambient temperature is 68°F. For each condition the distance to concentrations of concern are identified, as well as the I distance to the maximum concentration for those conditions. Modeling under these Occidental, Bakersfield October 9, 1990 9 I. CROUNDW^TER [~][~[~ TECHNOLOGY, INC. I conditions indicates that the concentrations of anhydrous ammonia do not reach the IDLH level (500 ppm). The results are as follows: I Meteorological 25 ppm 50 ppm Distance to max. Condition (TLV) . (LOC) Concentration Stab. I 900 ft. 600 ft. 94 ppm @ 300 ft. Stab. IV 3696 ft. 2244 ft. 98 ppm @ 978 ft. Stab. VI 1.85 mi. 5280 ft. 80 ppm @ 2398 ft. The second scenario is modeled to determine the ammonia concentration foot print at a receptor height of 56 feet, the stack height. Other input variables remain the same. Only meteorological Stability VI is used t° simulate, worst case weather conditions. In this run, the radius at which IDLH (500 ppm) and LOC (50 ppm) levels would occur is calculated. The results are as follOWs: ' Meteorological Concentration (ppm) Distance to Condition Concentration ' Stab. VI 500 (IDLH) 1088 ft. Stab. VI 50 (LOC) 4856 ft. Figures 3 and 4 show the LOC and IDLH foot prints, respectively, calculated for a stack height of 56 feet. The circle represents the foot print under stable weather conditions. The ellipse represents the path of the plume under normal weather conditions with the prevailing RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield October 9, 1990 10 [][][] GROUNDWATER [][][~ TECHNOLOGY, INc. winds from the northwest. Buildings that are possible receptors (four stories or higher) are also labeled.on the figures. 7.0 RISK REDUCTION After reviewing the results of the Haz/Op Study, Occidental will perform the following steps to reduce the risks associated with the storage and use of anhydrous ammonia. In an' effort to reduce the risk of employee exposure to ammOnia vapors and mitigate the consequences of a release, Occidental will replace its current use of anhydrous', ammonia with aqueous ammonia...By retrofiting their existing blueprint machines so that aqueous ammonia can be used, Occidental will be able to continue operatiOn without the need of the anhydrous ammonia. At this time, one, 10-gallon bottle of aqueous ammonia, will be used in each of the t~0_ blueprint machines. Each machine will have a spill containment area capable of containing at least 10 gallons of fluid. Two spare 10 gallon bottles of aqueous ammonia will be stored outside the main office building in the pump house. The spare bottles will be stored in 'containers capable of holding at least 20 gallons of fluid. 8.0 OCCIDENTAL SAFETY, FIRST AID & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES All Occidental managers have an office emergency procedures manual. The manual consists of ten sections: 1) Emergency Numbers, 2) First Aid, 3) Fire Alarms/Exits, 4) Earthquakes, 5) Bomb Threats, 6) Reporting Accidents, 7) Employee Injury, 8) Vehicle Accident, 9) Outsider Injury and 10) Other Forms & Policies. ~ The fire alarm section (Appendix B), which is distributed to all employees, contains procedures to be followed during a fire emergency to assure that everyone leaves the building safely, The fire alarm system operates under its own power and thus would operate under a general electrical failure. RMPP .Occidental, Bakersfield October 9, 1990 11 [][][] GROUNDWATER' [[~]~-][ TECHNOLOGY, INC. · The earthquake section contains general actions, that emPloyees shOuld take in the event of 'an earthquake aS.well'as ProCedureS to. be followed after an earthquake, which include I 'evacuation of the building following the fire evacuation guidelines. Occidental presently has ~ ~a program .to complY with the Occupational Safety and Health:Administration's (OSHA). I Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)i The purpose of the HCS is to reduce the i .incidence of chemically-related occupational illnesses and injurieS in the workplace. The Hazards CommUnication program requires that employees transferred to an areain Which new hazardous chemicals are used or located must be trained in their handling and I identification. Occidental has security staff on site 24-hours a day. Occidental security personnel will make Iroutine checks of the .bluePrint area after normal wOrking hOurs to identify any Potential. hazard before employees return to work. Should a problem be identified individuals noted I in the Occidental emergency manual will be notified to address the problem. 8.0' RMPP IMPLEMENTATION· The Manager .of Office Services 'will be responsible for RMPP implementation for Occidental. Mr. R.R:'Bryson, cur.rent Manager of Office Se .rvices, will be responsible for implementing the ~risk-reduCtion and .safety portions Of this document within one year of I.RMPP'appr0val'. b~ the Bakersfield Fire Department. Mr. Bryson or his designee Will maintain approPriate d~cumentation regarding., the proper storage and handling of the aqueOUs ammonia. 'EVery three years or in the event of system modification, Mr.'Bryson' or his designee will file a system update with the Bakersfield Fire DePartment describing I what, if.any'changeS, have been' made to the system. '" A repOrtable, release of ammonium hydroxide will be defined as a release which threatens' life,, health, Or the environment, or which exceeds 55 gallons, 500 pounds, or 200 cubic feet ' of gas. This definition is concurrent with release reporting requirements for hazardous materials. · Occidental, Bakersfield· · I . October 9, i~)0 ' 12 " '" ..... ' U DWATER ' ~' >' ' ~. ." ~' I[][~[]iTECHNOLOGY, IN~. -- In the event 6fa reportable non-emergency release, . the following .agencies Will be notified': City of Bal~ersfield Fire Department I "~ '-' (805).'326-3979 ' ' Office of Emergency SerVices I .... (415) 646-5946' · In emergency situations; th6.91.1 system; Bakersfield Fire DePartment, and the' office' of Emergency Services .Will.be contacted~ NOTIFICATION OF APPLICABLE MANAGEMENT I EMERGENCY RESPONDERS . Title ~ · Name Telephone'No. . Safety Manager R.R. Bryson 321-6353/399-7811 . .': .~ ' .Manager of Office. Services - R.R. Bryson 321-6353/399-781 ' - .Manager,' Administration-andserVices Jean Caughell .321-6199/665.-0916 · 'Blueprint Supervisor Wally Stewart - 321-6228/398-1266 Maintenance Supervisor" Ed Rice 321-6503/834-.9051 . I " · Occidei/tal, Bakersfield : ,:.. '." .' '1 ~ ':October 9, 1990 . " 13 . · .- - . :. ~, . ': : ., · 10.0 CERTIFICATION This RMPP was prepared in accordance with applicable guidelines and regulations. The undersigned certify that the information contained within is, to the best of our knowledge, accurate within the limits of our control. Michael Wood R.R. Groundwater Technology, Inc. Occidental International Senior Project Manager Exploration Company & Production I I RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield · October 9, 1990 '14 " ~ GROUNDWATER I TECHNOLOGY, INC~ I I I I I I I i I I i Occidental, Bakersfield I October 9, 1990  GROUNDWATER TECHNOLOGY, INc. GENERALIZED Pa:ID AMMONIA SYSTEM FOR BLUE PRINT MACHINES OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL, BAKERSFIELD, CA /N12" Ducts ~ ~ ~ Outside 6" Duct /,~.~, 1.5 hp Blower 1 200 cfm 'Blue Print Machines i "~'~'----~~.~~___ Pro c e s s Pi pi n g Regulators SITE, JBB # 215 Occidental Building 899 6001  Ammonia Cylinder SiTE LnO 1200 Discovery Way Bakersfield, CA DESCRIPTION: , ' P&ID of Ammonia System Storage Closet DRA~N B~, DATE, IAPPROVED BY, DATE, ~JW 6/90 I IL..-JI.--JL-.--J] TECHNOLOGY, INC. I Figure 2 RISK ANALYSIS MATRIX ~ 'OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL ! ED Regulator Leak I' :z: I ~0 Regulator Failure ~~ i J Overpressu rization I I LOW MODERATE HIGH ! Severity of Consequences  Combinations of Conclusions from Risk Analysis that identify Situations of Major Concern !  Combinations that Identify Situations of Concern I (Modified from the State of California, RMPP Guidance, June 1989) i :~< Scenarios assume electrical service is not available. I Buildings at Receptor Height 1. Occidental 1200 Discovery Way 2. California Republic Bank 5060 California Ave. I 5. 'Shell 5060 California Ave. 4. Contel Centre 4900 California Ave. 5. Offices 4560 California Ave. i i 6. Arco 4550 California Ave. 7. Firs'~ American Title 4540 California Ave. SITE Occidenta jo]B # 215 Building 899 6001 I Circle represents foot print under stable weather conditions. S~TELaC, 1200 Discovery Way 'Bakersfield, CA HAP T.YP~'~ i Ellipse represents plume under LOC at 56' Receptor Heic normal weather conditions. ~)~^vt~ ]BY, ]D^'i'~', APpRDVE]) ]BY, ~H 6/90 SCALEs ! 1/2 0 1/4 I mi[e~ Source: Thomas Bros. Maps. F'[GURE3 I ! Buildings af Receptor Height 1. Occidental 1200 Discovery Way I 2. California Republic Bank 5060 California Ave. 3. Shell 5060 California Ave. 4. Contel Centre 4900 California Ave. i I t Circle represents foot print IJa~.#215 under stable weather conditions. S~TE'occiden}al Building1899 6001 sITE LaC, 1200' Discovery Way Ellipse represents plume under Bakersfield, CA I normal weather conditions. M^P T~pr, IDLH at 56' Receptor H DRA%/N ]~Y' I DATE, APPROVED I~H I 6/90 I SCALE, RE:VlSIOU I 1/2 0 ' 1/4 1/2 i Source: lhomos Bros. Maps. APPENDIX A RMPP Occidental, Bakersfield October 9, 1990 [][][] GROUNDWATER ' ' [~[~ TECHNOLOGY, INC. FIRE A LA R~ This section covers the occurrence of fire alarms and emergency exit procedures. All personnel should be informed of the instruc- tions contained in this section. FIRE A__LARM SHOULD THE FIRE ALARM SOUND ~WHILE .YOU OR YOUR EMPLOYEES ARE IN THE BUILDING THE FOLLOWING STEPS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED: 1. BEGIN AN ORDERLY EVACUATION OF THE BUILDING. [If possible (AND SAFE), close office doors behind you] -AVOID RUNNING. -DO NOT USE THE ELEVATORS. -ASSIST INJURED PERSONNEL IF NECESSARY. 2. ASSEMBLE IN'.THE PARKING LOT~ 3. AWAIT ROLL CALL BY YOUR EMERGENCY COORDINATOR. 4. DO NOT RETURN TO THE BUILDING UNTIL PERMISSION tS GRANTED THROUGH THE FIRE DEPARTMENT BY Jean Caughell, ~on Bryson or their designees. NOTE: FIRE ,,DRILLS" WIT,T, BE ANNOUNCED BEFORE THEY ARE CONDUCTED. IF THE ALAR/~ IS NOT ANNOUNCED...IT IS NOT A DRILL! FOR EVACUATION PIrRPOSES: YOUR ASSEMBLY AREA IN THE PARKING LOT IS: (SEE ATTACHED MAP INDICATING ASSEMBLY AREA) yoUR EMERGENCY MONITOR IS: MONITOR'S ALTERNATE: Your Evacuation Group and Exit Route ~ CROUP 11 ~ CROUP 12 ITFFI CROUP 15 F==9 CROUP 14 ~ EXIT ROUTE FIRST FLOOR Your Evacuation Group and Exit Route GROUP 21 F;~ GROUP 22 rTTT~ GROUP 23 ' GROUP 24 EXIT ROUTE SECOND FLOOR Your Evacuation Group. and Exit Route ~ GROUP 31 ~ GROUP 32 FTI]-I]I GROUP 3:3 ~ EXIT ROUTE THIRD FLOOR Your Evacuation Group and Ex. it Route ~ GROUP 4-1 ~ GROUP 42 ~ GROUP 43 ~EXIT ROUTE FOURTH FLOOR 395 Your Evacualion Group and Exit Route '~ ~-~ GROUP 52 -.  GROUP 54.  GROUP .55 ~ EXIT ROUTE FIFTH FLOOR 682 Your Evacuation Group and Exit Route ~ GROUP 61 ~--~ GROUP 62 ~ GROUP 6,3 GROUP 64 ~~- EXIT ROUTE SIXTH FLOOR EI~ERGENCY EVACUATION (ROLL CALL) FLOOR CAPTAIN: PRIMARY MONITOR: ALTERNATE MONITOR: Section: Floor: Employees: EVACUATION COORDINATOR: ''R°n.'~-~Ys.°n ' (Alternate Coordinator): Claudia.Rickard/Sherri Lonq 1. Assemble in your assigned areas in ithe parking lot. 2. Call roll. 3. Turn in names of those absent to the Floor Captain. 4. The names of missing personnel will be turned in to the Evacuation Coordinator. (CHECK IF) EMPLOYEES ROO~ ACCT. FOR 1. 3. 5. 6. 8. : 10. 12. 14. 15. 16 PREPARED FOR: OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION COMPANY I 1200 DISCOVERY WAY P. O. BOX 12021 i BAKERSFIELD, CA 93389 1 I OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL EXPLORATION I & PRODUCTION COMPANY PRELIMINARY HAZ-OP STUDY I FEBRUARY 23, 1990 I I I I I PREPARED BY: GROUNDWATER TECHNOLOGY, INC. 4101 ALKEN STREET i SUITE B-1 BAKERSFIELD, CA 93308 Michael :Wood .Armando Oonzalez Territory Manager Director Air Quality Services '~[-~] GROUNDWATER [][][] TECHNOLOGY, INC. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 Executive Summary ................· ......... 2.0 Background ................................................ 2 3.0 Hazard Identification ........................................ 2 4.0 Current Operation ......................................... 4 5.0 Fault Tree Analyses ........................................ 4 5.1 Catastrophic Tank Rupture .............................. 5 5.2 Line Failure ........................................ '8 5.3 Regulator Failure .................................... 9 5.40verpressurization ..................................... 9 5.5 Regulator Union Leak ............................... ~. 10 6.0 Dispersion Modeling Program for Facility Haz-Op Review ............ 11 6.1 Discussion ......................................... 11 6.2 Modeling .......................................... 11 I LIST OF FIGURES' I Figure 1. PNID of Ammonia System .............................. 3 7 I Figure 2. Risk Analysis Matrix, Occidental Petroleum .................. I j LIST OF TABLES I Table 1. Possible Ammonia Release Scenarios, Occidental International, Bakersfield, California, Drafting Room ....................... 6 ! I I ~--~[][~] GROUNDWATER [][][] TECHNOLOGY, INC. I 1.0 EXECUTIVE sUMMARY I, The City of Bakersfield Fire Department has requested that Occidental International I Exploration and prOduction Company conduct a hazards operations review to assess the Potential for accidents at 'its' facility located on 1200 Discovery Way in Bakersfield, I California. This review is required to assess pOtential problems with the use of anhydrous ammonia at the facility. This includes a safety, review, hazard analysis, or assessment of risk i sufficient to enable the fire department to determine if there is a need for a Risk Management and Prevention Plan. 1 I I I 1 I I I I I I I · I l~[][~ TECHNOLOGY, INC. I 2.0 BACKGROUND I Assembly Bill 3777 requires facilities that handle at any one time, amounts of any extremely I hazardous substances equal to or in excess of 500 pounds, 55 gallons, or 200 cubic feet of gas to look at potential safety issues associated with its use. These facilities may have to :: · -develop a Risk Management and Prevention Plan .(RMPP).' Gaseous ammonia is a . I substance listed by the State as a hazardous substance, and it must be addressed by a i facility that uses it in quantities of 200 ft3 or greater. The quantity of anhydrous ammonia OcCidental uses exceeds this threshold planning quantity. Based on the preliminary information contained in this report the Bakersfield Fire Department will determine if a · I ' more extensive RMPP document is required, or if the concern can be addressed by fhe addition of safety procedures or equipment. I On the fourth flOor of its 6th story_ building, Occidental's drafting :department occupies one I room with an approximate volume of 11,000 ft3. The room's ventilation system is isolated from the remainder .of the floor as well as the other floors. There are two drafting i machines located in the room, which support the activities of the organization. Approximately 300 lbs of gaseous ammonia iS stored in two cylinders in a closet area within I . the drafting room. The ventilation system 'for the room is made up of a series of ducts connecting the clOset area with the two drafting machines. As the attached diagram (figure I 1) indicates, the ducts all manifold into one that exits on the east side of the building approximately 56 feet above the ground. The exhaust fan is a 1.5 .horsepower unit rated I at 1200 cfm. At that rate the room volume can be exchanged each 10 minutes. ! 3.0 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION I Anhydrous ammonia is a severe irritant of the eyes, respiratory tract, and skin. Exposures I ' to and inhalation of concentrations of 2500 to 6500 ppm cause severe corneal irritation, br0nchosPasm,'chest Pain, and pulmonary edema, which may be fatal. Consequences can I include bronchitis or pneumonia; some residual reduction in pulmonary function has been I 2 [][~[]1 GROUNDWATER ~[][] TECHNOLOGY, INC. GENERALIZED PNID AMMONIA SYSTEM FOR BLUE PRINT MACHINES OCCIDENTAL INTER'NATIONAL, BAKERSFIELD, CA fi" Duct ~?' 12" Ducts ~ Outside . ' '1.5 hp Blower 1200 cfm Blue Prinf Machines ~- Process Piping L~ i i%~R~¥ . egulators ' OXY D~afting ~ Ammonia Cylinder s~:rL0C, Bakersfield CA '-~ DESCRIPTIBN, PNID of Ammonia Sysfem Storage Closet DR^,~N BY, DATE, APPRBVED BY, MJW 1/90 TECHNnLOOY reported. Liquid anhydrous ammonia in contact with the eyes may cause serious eye injury i or blindness; on the skin, it causes first and second degree burns, which are often severe and, if extensive, may be fatal. Vapor concentratiOns of 10,000 ppm are mildly irritating I to the moist skin, while 30,000 ppm or greater cause a stinging sensation and may produce skin burns. The threshold level value (TLV) is 25 ppm with the short-term exposure limit i set at 35 ppm. The Immediate danger to life and health (IDLH) level is 500 ppm and the human odor perception concentration is .7 ppm. Occidental currently contracts with a vendor to deliver its supply of anhydrous ammonia for its blueprint room. The use of ammonia is approximately 200 lbs per month. The contracted company is responsible for delivery of thd ammonia tanks, while O'ccidental I personnel disconnect the exhausted tanks and replace them with the full tanks. They connect the tanks tol an existing delivery system making sure to tighten and check the~ I connections All personnel in the blueprint room have received training on the safety andV/ use aspects of ammonia. Prior to operation of the machines, a valve on the cylinder is I opened to allow ammonia into the system, this same valve is turned off at the end of the operating day or period. Normal operating time for this system is Monday through Friday I from 8 am to 5 pm. Occidental has security guards on duty at the facility 24 hours a day. 5.0 FAULT TREE ANALYSES To begin to evaluate potential hazards associated with the storage of anhydrous ammonia I on the fourth floor of the Occidental Petroleum Building, a fault tree analysis was performed to determine the cause and type of potential releases. In the fault tree analysis, I it was assumed that a certain type of release has occurred. Potential causes and consequences of the release were examined. In all scenarios it was assumed that the I 4 []~] GROUNDWATER I ~[][] TECHNOLOGY, INC.' cylinders have no inherent structural weaknesses due to manufacture or use because they are periodically pressure tested by the vendor to verify integrity. Five releaSe scenarios Were inCluded in the Fault Tree Analysis: 1) CataStrOphic Tank Rupture, 2) Line FailUre, 3) Regulator Failure, 4) Overpressurization of Tank, and 5) Leakage from the Regulator Union. The scenarios are discussed below and Summarized in Table 1. ~ The lOcation of the cylinders on the fourth floor will effectively minimize dispersion to other floors in the building because the floor haS its own air conditioning system aS well aS a ventilation system in the drafting room to remove ammonia vapors. Because of this, the following "severity of consequence" was evaluated based upon its affect to fourth floor ~employees. Scenario 6, Tran~sgo~ishap, is an exception to this and was evaluated b~ased_..~upo~n th_~e_.potential impact tothe en~_t_ire b___u)~ld~ing~, Figure 2 summarizes all potential release scenarios examined baSed upon probability of release and severity of consequence. 5.1 Catastrophic Tank Rupture The worst case scenario is a catastrophic rupture of both cylinders with a corresponding instantaneous release of ammonia vapor from the flashing of pressurized liquid; some liquid ammonia may remain for a very short period of.time. A release of this type may cause the temporary formation of an ammonia hydroxide fog relating to a heavy concentration of gas immediately following release. This scenario is considered possible from the effects of a major earthquake causing a cylinder to sustain a severe impact with a heavy object. In the event of an earthquake, a heavy objeCt would have to fall or roll to strike the cylinder causing the rupture. The only objects of any significant size and weight in the room are the blueprint machines which could not exert enough force to rupture a properly maintained and tested cylinder. A collapse of the strUcture causing heavier objects in upper floors to fall downward on to the cylinders is a possibility. I 5 [~[]['~ GROUNDWATER I [][~[] TECHNOLOGYi INC. TABLE 1 POSSIBLE AMMONIA RELEASE SCENARIOS " OCCIDENTAL INTERNATIONAL, BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA DRAFTING ROOM REI.F-ASE SCENARIO POSSIBLE CAUSE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE Catastrophic Tank Rupture Earthquake [nstantaneous release of ammonia Severe Impact Vapor from flashing of pressurized liquid. Possible formation of ammonia fog. Line Failure Earthquake . Release of ammonia vapor from Severe Impact fl.ashing of pressurized liquid. Regulator Failure Earthquake Release of ammonia vapor from Severe Impact flashing of pressurized liquid. Overpressurization Change in ambient Release of ammonia vapor from pressure caused by flashing of pressurized liquid. increase in temp. (fire). Regulator Union Leak Hu~nan error, union Slow release of ammonia vapor from not tightened during flashing of pressurized liquid. tank replacement. Figure 2 RISK ANALYSIS MATRIX OCCIDENTAL INTERN'ATIONAL Regulafor Leak ~/Line ~Failure// up,urea/ Overpressurization LOW MEDIUM HIGH Severify of Consequences (Modified from lhe State of California, RMPP Guidance, June 1989) In the event that an earthquake .of significant magnitude occurred, electrical power would likely be lost and little, if any, release of ammonia to the outside would occur through the dedicated Ventilation system. Based uPon the low probability of.an earthquake of the magnitude necessary for major structural failure and the absence of objects potentially large enough to rupture the cYlinders, this scenario hasa low probability of occurring. However, should a catastrophic rupture occur, the severity of the consequence are considered to be high. . 5.2 Line Failure The failure'of a process line to the blueprint machines is considered to be a possibility in the event of a major earthquake or impact with a large object. During an earthquake, a large object may fall or r°ll into a line causing the line to break. In addition, the line may break due to stresses imparted by the .rolling action of the quake. Should a process line fail, this would result in the release of ammonia vapor, from the flashing pressurized liquid ammonia. It may be possible to .cause failure of the process lines with a blow less severe than that needed to cause rupture of the cylinders. Based upon the possibility of breaking a process line with a less than extremely severe blow and the possibility of rupturing a line during an earthquake, this scenario has a medium probability of release. The severity of consequences relating to a release of this type are considered to be medium based upon the relatively controlled nature of the release and the possibility for control of the discharge at the tanks. ! 8 [][][] GROUNDW^TER [][~] TECHNOLOGY, INC. I 5.3 Regulator Failure The failure of a regulator on the ammonia cylinders is considered to be a possibility in the event of a major earthquake.or an impact to the top of the tanks. During an earthquake, the tanks may be overturned causing the regulators to strike a Wall or the floor and break. While unlikely, it is possible that this scenario may occur during daily operation. The location of the cylinders in a protected area (the closet) away from normal traffic areas would preclude this scenario in daily operation. Should a regulator fail, this would result in the release of ammonia vapor from the. flashing of pressurized liquid ammonia. The nature of the release would be dependant on the severity of the regulator damage. Slow loss due to a partial break is considered to be more likely than an instantaneous release relating to complete breaking of the regulator. Because this Scenario would require the occurrence of a major earthquake or event of similar magnitude, the probability of release is considered to be medium. The uncontrollable release of ammonia over a comparatively longtime frame indicate that the severity_ of the consequences' are medium. 5.40verpressurization A scenario in which the cylinder is overpressurized within the building was examined as a potential type of release. This type of release would result in the release of ammonia vapor from the flashing of pressurized liquid. The rate of release would be dependant on severity of the tank' failure. Causes for this type of release are very restricted. The only realistic cause for overpressurization in this setting would be by increasing the pressure cylinder by temperature. ambient in the increasing the · A fire within the building is viewed as the only possible method of increasing the to tank failure. The building is equipPed with a temperature enough cause a sprinkler system to control fires and inhibit significant elevations in temperature. Because of tank construction and the of the sprinkler system, the possibility presence I 9 [][~[] GROUNDWATER [~[~[] TECHNOLOGY, INC. I.. of achieving temperatures high enough to cause tank failure is remote. In the event I of a fire of this magnitude, it is probable that few, if any, people would be present in the drafting room. l' The probability of this type of release is considered to be low based upon the I relatively high temperature required to cause a tank failure. The type of consequences associated with this type of failure will be related to the nature of the I tank failure. It is felt that the severity of consequences of this type of release would be medium based upon the uncontrolled release of ammonia in the relative absence I of people.. i 5.5 Regulator Union Leak A release could occur from a regulator which is only loosely tightened during tank I replacement. During such a release, it is felt that ammonia vapor would be released i slowly in relatively small quantity. The cause for this scenario is human-error. There is a high probability of this type of release occurring, ' howeVer, the severity I of the consequences would be low. 6.0 DISPERSION MODELING PROGRAM FOR FACILITY HAZ-OP REVIEW I 6.1 Discussion I The modeling represented in this section is a worst case scenario, representing a i catastrophic rupture of the two ammonia vessels located in the 4th floor drafting room. The emission rates modeled represent a total release of the ammonia into I the drafting room and subsequent exhaustion through the ventilation system. The worst case emission rate modeled is ~3.5 lbs per minute of ammonia, this represents I the instantaneous disPersion of th~/300 lbs of anhydrous ~mmonia into the drafting [~[~[] GROUNDWATER [][][] TECHNOLOGY, INC. I '' the substance is through the dedicated ventilation system. This emission rate will decrease exponentially from time zero for the. following reasons. The evacuation rate based on the exhaust fan rating is 1200 cfm, thus the entire room air volume will be evacuated .in approximately 10 minutes. This scenariO also assumes that. electric power for the fan is available in spite of the event that would cause a . catastrophic rupture of the ammonia tanks. The concentratiOns noted are maximum exposures, these concentration would decrease immediately within the first few 'minutes and be very low as the time from release approaches 10 minutes. The initial concentration of anhydrous ammonia in the exhaust gas is approximately 622,000 ppm under this scenario. 6.2 Modeling The model used for this analysis was SPILLS. SPILLS is a model, developed in 1980 by M. T. Fleishcer of Shell Research, which allows the user to model both steady-state and unsteady-state Processes. Program outputs consists of maximum concentrations and their locations, concentrations at specified points and constant concentration contour plots. Three separate and different meteorological stability conditions were modeled representing very stable, neutral and very unstable Conditions. The following input parameters were used for the each analysis: a. Wind conditions- 3.4 mph was used in each case. This wind speed is recommended for use in modeling conservative emission scenarios. b. The assumption was made that there was not an inversion layer. c. The receptors were assumed to be 4 feet abox)e the ground. ,¥, ~~X Iii"' ~ GROUNDWATER IL_J~ II ~1 TECHNOLOGY, INC. d. Stack height was 56 feet above the ground with very minimal velocity. I e. Crosswind distance minimal. I - ;-~f.__E__mission rate used was 33.5 lb of ammonia per minute. · G. Ambient temperature assumed to 68°F, I As noted three meteorological conditions were' modeled, for each condition the I distance to concentrations of concern were identified, as well as the distance to the maximum concentration for those conditions. Modeling under these conditions indicate that the concentrations of anhydrous ammonia do not reach the IDLH I level (500 ppm). The results are as follows: I MET.CASE 25 ppm 50 ppm MAX (dist. to) Stab..I 900 ft. 600 ft. 94 ppm @ 300 ft Stab. IV 3696 ft. 2244 ft. 98 ppm @ 978 ft I - Stab. VI 1.85 mi. 5280 ft. 80 ppm @ 2398 ft I ~ GROUNDWATER TECHNOLOGY, INC. I ' 'Re'.'.'cord: C, OO:1.20 '· * IK* -:::in..:.e:r.t~" ", '"'" ..... 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