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Spill/Release Response Procedures for Carbon Dioxide(CO2) <br /> The CO2 used at many locations to produce carbonated beverages can be hazardous in <br /> the event of a spill or release, or if there is a fire at the station. Although CO2 is not <br /> flammable, in the event of a fire, the container could explode due to the high heat of the <br /> 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 gas as it escapes the tank may cause burns, sever injury and/or frostbite. <br /> SSnill 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 CO2 tank and <br /> the location of the tank. <br /> 2. Evacuate employees and custoiners 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 should 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 /> Training: <br /> 1. Employees shall be trained on the above hazards associated with carbon dioxide gas <br /> and the preventative measures to prevent a release. <br /> 2. Training shall include evacuation procedures in the event of a release. <br /> 3. If compressed gas cylinders are present, employees shall be training on the handling <br /> of the cylinders and the use of the valve caps to prevent accidental damage to the <br /> valve. <br /> [:\HAZMAT\ConocoPhillips%zFORMS\co2-Spill Plan.doc <br />