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SITE-SPECIFIC HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN FOR PHASE II ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENT Other Site Hazards July 7, 2023 The threat of wildfires for people living or working near fire prone areas such as canyons and rural areas can be severe. Through preparation and planning you can reduce the affect wildfires can have. For projects occurring in the western states, please refer to Appendix C for Regional Wildfire Mitigation Procedures. Earthquakes can last just a few seconds or as long as several minutes. Safety precautions include (as amended from http://safety.lovetoknow.com/Earthquake_Safety_Precautions): • Before an earthquake: o Store heavy items or glassware on low shelves so they do not become dangerous projectiles. Secure large equipment with straps, bolts, or other stabilizing methods. o Know the emergency meeting location at the site. • During an earthquake: o Immediately seek a safe location such as in a doorway, beneath a table or desk, or along an interior wall away from windows or hazardous objects. o Cover the back of your head and your eyes to minimize injury from flying debris o Do not take elevators during an earthquake. o If outdoors, stay in open areas away from buildings, power lines, trees, and other potential hazards. o If driving, stop quickly but safely and stay in the vehicle. Do not stop near power lines, bridges, overpasses, or other potentially dangerous locations. o Stay calm and brace yourself to keep you balance. Sit if possible. • After an earthquake: o Be prepared for aftershocks, which may be stronger than the initial jolt. o Administer First Aid and summon emergency assistance if necessary. o Wear PPE (boots, gloves)to avoid getting cut by broken glass. o Turn off gas, electricity, and water if damage is suspected or if advised to do so by authorities. o Be cautious opening cabinets, cupboards, and closets in case items are poised to fall. o Keep phone lines clear for emergency use. o Be patient: it may take hours or days to restore all services depending on the severity of the quake. 5.3 BIOLOGICAL HAZARDS Biological hazards may include, but are not limited to, bees/wasps, spiders, snakes, stray dogs, and poisonous/allergenic plants. The most likely biological hazards at the site are bees/wasps, and these may be encountered during a number of tasks including: opening well vault covers; opening core or sample boxes; working in tall grass, weeds, or brush; cleaning or moving materials; performing site assessment, etc. 4 Stantec 5.2