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Universal Health & Safety Plan For use on all high-risk,industrial and HAZWOPER projects Department of Toxic Substances Control 9 sites FLOODS/HEAVY RAIN External: 1. Monitor conditions and escape routes. 2. Monitor television, radio or other sources identified as reliable(i.e. social media,websites)for information, updates and evacuation orders. 3. Shut off electrical power and utilities if flooding is imminent. 4. Implement measures to minimize rain or flood damage if time permits (i.e. sandbags, clearing drainpipes, clearing culverts, confirm sump pump operation. 5. If ordered to evacuate,do so immediately as directed. Evacuation should be to higher ground and/or appropriate shelter -flood waters often raise rapidly. 6. Avoid walking through water covered areas as hazards may not be visible. 7. Watch for and avoid low-lying areas. Don't drive through flooded areas. If your vehicle stalls, abandon it immediately. 8. Don't attempt to cross a flowing stream, or to swim to safety. 9. Beware of wildlife displaced by floodwater. 10. Do not return unless Floor Marshall/Warden, Emergency Response Coordinator(or designate)or authorities permit Internal to a Building: 1. Assume any electrical equipment that may not be disconnected, is live and should be treated as a potential electrocution threat. 2. Locate and control the source of the water infiltration if safe to do so. 3. Ensure that any electrical equipment in wet areas is de-energized. 4. Protect contents from damage by relocation. 5. Cleanup water by pumping or mopping -when only a single building is involved, the local fire department may be able to assist in pumping water out of the building. 6. Begin cleanup operations as quickly as possible. 7. Limit damage by reducing the total quantity of water in the building. INTERNAL VIOLENCE OR INTRUDER 1. Remain calm. 2. Do not put yourself at increased risk. 3. If diffusing the situation is a possible option,this may be attempted by trained personnel. 4. Notify police by dialing 911. 5. Speak in a soft, non-threatening manner. 6. Do not touch the person or try to disarm them. 7. Avoid hostile actions or interactions, except to maintain personal safety. 8. Try to leave the area. 9. If they are in an AECOM controlled workplace, ask the person to leave the area and the building or advise the person that you will call your supervisor to assist them. 10. Report the incident as soon as possible. 11. Warn other employees and clear the immediate area of all personnel. If the threat is imminent: 1. If able,evacuate to the designated muster point. 2. Floor Marshall/Warden, Emergency Response Coordinator or designate will take action to account for all personnel, including visitors(i.e. head count, roll call). 3. If unable to evacuate lock doors, windows and block the entrance to the room if possible. Get to a safe place or hide under a desk or another piece of furniture or equipment. 4. Keep still, stay silent, and listen. 5. If possible, call 911 or site emergency number and report the emergency. ©AECOM Restricted Universal Heath and Safety Plan Template(S4(DSC)AM-209-FM-C) Revision 12 September 9,2021 PRINTED COPIES ARE UNCONTROLLED.CONTROLLED COPY IS AVAILABLE ON COMPANY INTRANET.