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Sent By: RHL DESIGN; 7077659908; Aug-1205 1 :19PM; Page 13/18 <br /> RECEIVED <br /> Spill/Release Response Procedures for Carbon Dioxide CO2 AUG 17 2005 <br /> OFFICE OF EMMAN u'N COUN <br /> MERGENCySERWCES <br /> The refigerated liquid CO2 used at many locations to produce carbonated beverages can <br /> be hazardous in the event of a spill or release, or if there is a fire at the station. Although <br /> CO2 is not flammable, in the event of a fire,She container could explode due to the high <br /> heat of the fire. <br /> Releases and spills of the CO2 may cause dizziness or suffocation without warning. <br /> When released,the vapors are initially heavier than air and spread along the ground. <br /> Contact with the refrigerated liquid may cause burns, sever injury and/or frostbite. <br /> �iq or Release <br /> In the event of a spill or leak from the CO2 container, do the following: <br /> 1. Dial 911 - inform emergency personnel that there is a release from the refrigerated <br /> liquid CO2 tank and the location of the tank. <br /> 2. Evacuate employees and customers from the site and deny entry to unauthorized <br /> people. <br /> 3. Stay upwind of the spill and out of low-lying areas. <br /> 4. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. <br /> 5. Avoid breathing gases. <br /> 6. Do not enter the building until emergency personnel have notified you that it is safe. <br /> 7. Contact management using the emergency phone list procedure. <br /> Fire: <br /> 1. Follow the Fire and Explosion evacuation procedures. <br /> 2. Notify emergency personnel of the tank location. <br /> Prevention Procedures: <br /> 1. Store tank and/or cylinders with valve protection caps installed. <br /> 2. Tank and cylinders should be stored upright and firmly secured to prevent falling or <br /> being knocked over. <br /> 3. Containers sh )uld be stored in a cool, dry, well ventilated area away from sources of <br /> heat or ignition and direct sun light. <br /> 4. If you suspect any problems with the tank notify the supplier immediately to have the <br /> system inspected. <br /> 1:\HAZMAT\ConocoPhillips\zFORMS\co2-Shill Plan.doc <br />