APPENDIX 3 EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN SPILL PLAN HUSKY OIL OPERATIONS LIMITED NORTH WEST TERRITORIES KEELE RIVER PROJECT 2005 SUMMER SEISMIC PROGRAM EMERGENCY SPILL RESPONSE PLAN NWT 24 Hour Spill Reporting Number (867) 920-8130 Husky 24 Hour Emergency Response Number (403) 262-2111 May 2005 TABLE OF CONTENTS Hazardous Materials List Page 1 Orientation & Spill Mitigation Procedures Page 2 Emergency Spill Response .Page 4 Spill Control Flow Sheet Page 10 Emergency Spill Response Plan Orientation, Training, Testing & Maintenance Page 11 Emergency Spill Reporting Responsibilities & Requirements Page 12 Emergency Spill Response Team Page 14 Schedule A Page 15 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS LIST The following information list covers all hazardous materials that Husky Oil Operations Limited may utilize on its seismic program in the Keefe River area during the summer of 2005. Of those commodities the only ones typically of significant volume are petroleum fuels and oils. > Diesel fuel (fuel oil) D Gasoline D Jet A and Jet B > Engine oil > Hydraulic fluids > Lubricating oils > Anti-freeze solutions > Solvents (engine degreasers) > Batteries > Explosives > Detonators > Kerosene Note: The heaters in fly camps are normally kerosene radiant heaters. Only the fuel recommended by the manufacturer can be used. These materials are to be handled in a fashion consistent with Company and legislative guidelines. At no time are these to be abandoned on the sites. Fuels and Oils: Storage In all instances fuel storage areas will have a spill containment system in use, to protect soil and ground water. Fuel storage facilities must be kept a minimum of 100 metres and downhill from any body of water where possible. Storage areas must be located on stable terrain or in natural depressions separated from water. Secondary containment systems such as a plastic berm that can contain 110% of containers will be utilized on all sites. This can include double hulled containers for POL (Petroleum, Oil, Lubes) storage, but if these are utilized a spill pan must be in place under the fuelling operation in all cases. Fuel containers must be inspected routinely for leaks; and deficiencies must be reported to the person in charge for speedy corrective measures. Fuel tanks must have a valve located between the output of the tank and the fuelling hose to enable the operator to isolate a leak. Lubricating Oil Lubricating oil must be recycled in accordance with local regulations and practices where applicable. At no time will POL come in contact with the ground. Page 1 of 16 OPERATIONAL & SPILL MITIGATION PROCEDURES Refuelling: Refuelling operations must be done so that there is no spillage. Avoid refuelling near streams or lakebeds. Place drip pans or absorbent materials under leaking or unsealed connections. Report leaking connectors and/or containers to ensure a timely repair or replacement. Do not fill equipment or tanks to a maximum capacity; leave room for expansion or equipment movement. A designated fuel handler is to be assigned to the Project. The fuel handler must never leave the refuelling operation while in progress. All mechanics must take measures to utilize a secondary containment system. Sheets of plastic placed under the vehicle or sufficient drip trays must be used. Leaks and Spills: Tools and materials must be available to employees to clean up any spills or drips. After cleaning up a site, mark it on a map for follow up inspection. Waste fuels, oils, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, solvents and certain paints must be stored in their properly labelled containers. Mechanics should be encouraged to substitute and use less hazardous chemicals where possible. Proper catch precautions must be utilized, drip pails, absorbent materials, leak free hoses and connections. CFC (chlorofluorocarbon) products and aerosol propellants should not be used, except with refrigeration equipment where a closed recovery recharge system is employed. Potential Soil! Sources: There are a number of sources, which, if accidentally exposed to the environment may cause harm. These sources are identified as: > Camp systems: sources for contamination from a spill include the fuel sloops, generators, mechanical repair area, and individual equipment. This could include such problems as spillage from improper fuelling practices, structural defects, improper containment of fluids, and transfer difficulties. There also is a potential for camp "grey water" spill during the storage and transfer of these fluids. Page 2 of 16 OPERATIONAL & SPILL MITIGATION PROCEDURES Potential Spill Sources: continued > Equipment: these are one of the biggest potentials for a small spill, if each individual is utilizing the fuelling system and have their own practices for conducting this normally uneventful task. Problems could include fuelling spillage and breach of the fuel tank. > Fuel Sloops: Although this is mentioned as part of the camp systems, it is also an issue outside that compound where fuel is carried in larger quantities for refuelling of other equipment. For example, fuelling of drills will be an ongoing practice and there is a potential of an incident if this is not properly managed. Spillage could also occur here. The majority of the above potential sources can have the risk reduced and mitigated by the implementation and use of the emergency response plan, the fuel handling procedures, and by the training of specific crew individuals in spill response. Remediation work for all Provinces and Territories must include an immediate response to take corrective actions to stem, restrict, or contain the flow or spill. Steps must be taken to return the spill site to its previous condition or within the jurisdictional guidelines. Report immediately all spills and releases to: NWT 24 Hr Spill Reporting Number (867) 920-8130 Page 3 of 16 EMERGENCY SPILL RESPONSE This Emergency Spill Response Plan has been developed in keeping with Husky Oil Operations Limited Emergency Response Planning Standards within the Loss Prevention and Control Standards and with a high regard for the protection and safety of the General Public, Husky employees and contractors as well as protection and preservation of the waterways, water tables and general land areas from harm. Ecosystems are very fragile, and in the event of an uncontrolled release we need to ensure that environmental damage is minimized. Furthermore, the key to limiting damage is prevention. This is conducted by jobsite inspections, frequent audits of crews and equipment, training, and general observations of areas that will be most impacted if an uncontrolled release occurs. It should be noted here that regardless of involvement from all levels of personnel, the Site Supervisor of the Primary Contractor is ultimately responsible for the actions of the workers when dealing with a spill. Towards this, spill notification must be made to him I her to ensure that they are in the loop regarding the actions that have been taken, and will be taken. In addition, designated fuel handlers and all site mechanics will or have received training in spill control, and will be required to attend to any spills within their site to ensure that the proper methods are being taken for control and clean-up. The mechanic will also assist in ensuring the safety of the personnel on site during containment and clean-up operations. Spill response is not limited to special training for certain individuals. It is the responsibility of all employees to understand the basic methods of preventing, controlling, cleaning up, and reporting of spills. Anytime that there is a spill, there are potential hazards to both the environment and to the workers. The following will be a regulated practice at Husky: A. ASSISTANCE AND FULL COOPERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION OFFICERS AT ALL TIMES DURING AN INVESTIGATION. > STATEMENTS TO ANY REGULATORY, AGENCY OR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION OFFICERS WILL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SITE SUPERVISOR ONLY. A REPORTING OF ALL APPROPRIATE SPILLS AND RELEASES TO GOVERNMENT AGENCIES AND DEPARTMENTS SHALL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SITE SUPERVISOR. D REQUEST FOR THE SURRENDER OF ANY OR ALL FIELD NOTES, REPORTS, PHOTOGRAPHS OR THE LIKE TO A GOVERNMENT OR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER SHALL BE VETTED THROUGH HUSKY'S LEGAL DEPARTMENT IN CALGARY, ALBERTA. Page 4 of 16 EMERGENCY SPILL RESPONSE Spill Response Primary Objectives: There are four primary objectives when dealing with an uncontrolled release of hazardous substances. They are, in order of importance and sequence of handling: 1. SAFETY OF PERSONNEL 2. RESCUE 3. SPILL CONTROL 4. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION afetv of Personn Nothing in emergency spill control is as important as the safety of the individuals involved in the incident. If any portion of the response procedures is dangerous to the safety or well being of personnel it will not be conducted. That is to say, if a plan needs reworking, this will be conducted prior to proceeding. The site of the spill will be a restricted zone and no ignition sources will be permitted within 100 metres of the site at any time. This includes smoking restrictions, running vehicles, and other potential ignition sources. Specific safety hazards during the clean up of a spill include: > Explosion or fire from an ignition source contacting a POL spill > Contamination of personnel or equipment with POL > Absorption of material thru the skin • Inhalation of vapours > Exposure of personnel to bio-hazardous material (sewage spill) These situations must be considered by the Site Supervisor when dealing with the spill. Training of personnel and mock drills must include these possible difficulties. Rescue: Any personnel who may have been injured by a spill must be removed from the area immediately, keeping in mind the anatomy and severity of the „ injury. Any injured worker will seek medical assistance from the crew medic, and further care as deemed necessary or as requested. ( Page 5 of 16 EMERGENCY SPILL RESPONSE Spill Response Primary Objectives: continued Spill Control and Equipment: Proper techniques in spill control are to be taught to personnel on crews, and this information is to be disseminated to new workers as soon as possible after arriving on the crew.