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7.4.2 During an Earthquake While Working in All Areas: • Remain calm and do not panic. • Stop work. Have subcontractors shut down heavy equipment(if in operation). • If subcontractor employees are working in a trench and/or excavation, have them exit the trench/excavation immediately. Do not use or do any activity that could be a source of ignition (smoking, cutting, or welding). While Working Inside Buildings or Structures: • Drop: Drop down to the floor • Cover: Take cover under a sturdy desk, table, or other furniture. If that is not possible, seek cover against an interior wall and protect your head and neck with your arms. Avoid danger spots located near windows, hanging objects, mirrors, or tall furniture. • Hold: If you take cover under a sturdy piece of furniture, hold on to it and be prepared to move with it. Hold the position until the shaking stops and it is safe to move. • DO NOT USE ELEVATORS. WALK, DO NOT RUN, and keep noise to a minimum. DO NOT PUSH or crowd. Use handrails in stairwells and move to the inside (most continuous handrail) if you encounter emergency personnel. Move to the designated muster point area, unless otherwise instructed. Check doors for heat before opening. • Assist non-ambulatory, visually-impaired, and hearing-impaired people. Be prepared for aftershocks. If you are outside,do not return to the building until it has been surveyed for safe access routes by a qualified professional. While Working Outside: • If in a vehicle, stay in the vehicle until the earthquake is over. • If possible, move away from structures or equipment that could fall or roll (e.g., piping or staged equipment)on top of you. 7.4.3 After an Earthquake • Prepare for aftershocks. Stay out of or away from severely damaged buildings and/or job trailers (if present). Do not enter any buildings/trailers until their structural integrity has been evaluated. • Check for injured or trapped persons and treat as necessary. DO NOT MOVE VICTIMS UNLESS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY. • Determine if it is safe to stay in your location or if you may need to move to another area (stairwells may not be safe). • Meet at muster point location for a head count, designated by the SHSO. Check for damage and potentially dangerous areas if aftershocks occur. • Check vehicles, equipment, and buildings/trailers (if present)for any obvious damage. • Be prepared to fight small fires before they spread. • Staff may evacuate if they wish; however, unless there is fire or smoke, all staff shall not give evacuation instructions to other staff members. It is usually best for people to remain where they are until the media reports are evaluated. Check utility lines (if present)for damage. Switch off power, water, and gas until a utility official has inspected the buildings/trailers and operational areas and determined it safe. 3989.0001 S.104/HSP Site-Specific Health and Safety Plan I ROUX 121