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Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan Letter of Promulgation
LETTER OF PROMULGATION
April 21, 2020
To the Citizens, Visitors, Employees and Officials of the City of San Luis Obispo:
The preservation of life, property and the environment is an inherent responsibility of local, state, and
federal government. The City of San Luis Obispo has prepared this Comprehensive Disaster Leadership
Plan to help ensure that responsibility is met.
While no plan can completely anticipate all events, good plans and procedures carried out by
knowledgeable and trained personnel can minimize losses. This plan provides policy and guidance for
the coordination of planning efforts involving the many City emergency and related organizations
serving the citizens of, and visitors to, the City of San Luis Obispo.
The Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan is an extension of the State Emergency Plan, and is written
to be compliant with the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and the National Response
Framework. It will be reviewed and exercised periodically and revised as necessary to meet changing
conditions. Experiences based upon and gained from emergency drills and exercises, actual emergencies
or other incidents, or lessons learned from other sources, can result in a need to change or update the
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan and/or related documents. As a result, changes to the Plan
which do not result in changes to policies made and/or approved by the City Council can be made by the
City’s Fire Chief and/or other agencies, as appropriate; however such changes can be reviewed by the
County Office of Emergency Services (OES) to verify uniformity with the San Luis Obispo County
Emergency Operations Plan. It may also be modified if responsibilities, procedures, laws, rules, or
regulations pertaining to emergency management and operations change.
The Council gives its full support to this plan and urges all officials, employees and citizens, individually
and collectively, to do their share in the total emergency preparedness effort of the City of San Luis
Obispo.
This letter promulgates the City of San Luis Obispo Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan, constitutes
the adoption of the City of San Luis Obispo Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan. This
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan becomes effective on approval by the City of San Luis Obispo
Council on the date indicated below.
Original copy signed by Heidi Harmon, Mayor, on behalf of the City and the Emergency Services Director.
Heidi Harmon, Mayor Date
City of San Luis Obispo
Derek Johnson, City Manager/Emergency Services Director Date
City of San Luis Obispo
City of San Luis Obispo
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
Plan Summary
Developed for:
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo
Fire Department
Developed by:
David L. Mathe
Disaster Leadership and
Preparedness Advisor
Nipomo, CA
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PLAN ADOPTION
This is the official City of San Luis Obispo Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan for responding to
various disasters causing damage in the City of San Luis Obispo. The Plan's responsibilities and
authorities are effective as indicated below.
COMPREHENSIVE DISASTER LEADERSHIP PLAN
The San Luis Obispo Fire Department is responsible for Disaster Leadership and Preparedness coordination
and will revise Hazard Specific Annexes and related Support Materials, as appropriate. This Plan is Tactical
in nature not Policy, and as such revisions does not require City Council approval.
The plan covers disasters impacting the City of San Luis Obispo and it is broken down into the following
types of major events:
A. Earthquake
B. Hazardous Materials
C. Multiple Casualty
D. Transportation
E. Fire
F. Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter
G. Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant
H. Adverse Weather
The City of San Luis Obispo Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan, including the Hazard Speci fic
Annexes, was developed using State Multiple Hazard Functional Planning guidelines, San Luis Obispo Local
Hazard Mitigation Plan, State of California Disaster Plan, National Disaster Recovery Framework, National
Infrastructure Protection Plan, FEMA Continuation Guidance, and the National Response Plan. As such
the Plan, complies with state and federal mandates. Compatibility with the San Luis Obispo County
Disaster Management Plans was designed into the City of San Luis Obispo Plan. Common elements in the
Plan include an annual review and update of all plans, regular field or tabletop exercises for all plans,
automatic Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activation trigger points, and incident management using
both the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) and the National Incident Management
System (NIMS) at the Emergency Disaster Operations Center (EOC) level and the Incident Command
System (ICS) at the field response level.
Unified Command will provide leadership of a Disaster with the P ublic Safety Chiefs and Public Works
providing guidance to the Unified Command Staff.
_____________________________
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo
Date:
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Plan Summary
Section Page
Plan Adoption 1
Table of Contents 2
SECT ION I – INTRODUCTION 4
A. Purpose 4
B. Objectives 4
C. Plan Organization 5
Part 1 – Summary 5
Part 2 – Hazard-Specific Annexes 5
Part 3 – Resource Directory 5
Part 4 – Recovery Resource Directory and Plan 6
Part 5 – Emergency Operations Center Position Checklists 6
Part 6 – Debris Management 7
Part 7 – Continuation of Operations and Reconstitution of Government 7
D. Persons with Functional and Access Needs 8
E. Plan Coordination 9
F. Disaster Preparedness 9
SECTION II – CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS 10
A. Basic Elements of Disaster Response 10
B. Mutual Aid Concepts 10
C. San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services 11
SECTION III – HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND ANALYSIS 11
A. Earthquake 11
B. Hazardous Material 13
C. Multiple Casualty 14
D. Transportation 15
E. Fire 16
F. Civil Dis turbance—Terrorism—Active Shooter 17
G. Diablo Canyon Power Plant 19
H. Adverse Weather 20
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SECTION IV – DISASTER MANAGEMENT 22
A. Incident Management System (NIMS and SEMS) 22
B. Incident Command System 22
C. Depa rtment Operating Center (DOC) 22
D. City of San Luis Obispo Disaster Organization 23
E. Responsibilities 24
1. Emergency Services Di rector 24
2. Field I ncident Comm ander (IC) 25
3. EOC Safety Officer and Security Officer 25
4. Public Information Officer 25
5. Liaison Officer 26
6. Policy Group 26
7. Operations Section 26
8. Plans and Intelligence Section 27
9. Logis tics Section 27
10. Finance and Administration Section 27
Emergency Operations Center Position Assignments 28
SECTION V - PROGRAM MAINTENANCE 30
A. City of San Luis Obispo Municipal Code 30
B. Plan and Procedure Maintenance 30
C. Disaster Resources Maintena nce 31
D. Training 31
E. Revision Record 32
SECTION VI– AUTHORITIES AND REF ERENCES33
A. Authorities 33
1. Federal 33
2. State 33
3. Local 33
B. References 33
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SECTION I - INTRODUCTION
A. Purpose
The purpose of the City of San Luis Obispo Disaster Leadership Plan (hereafter referred to as the “Plan”) is
to describe the City of San Luis Obispo policies and concepts for responding to major disasters that could
affect the health, safety, and property of the public within the City of San Luis Obispo.
B. Objectives
The objectives of this Plan are to:
• Protect the public and property in the City of San L uis Obispo.
• Establish official City of Sa n Luis Obispo policy for response to disasters utilizing National
Incident Management System (NIMS), the California Standardized Emergency Management
System (SEMS), and the Incident Command System (ICS).
• Identify authorities and assign responsibilities for planning and response activities.
• Identify the scope of potential hazards which form a basis for planning.
• Identify other j urisdictions and organizations with which planning, and disaster response
activities should be coordinated.
• Establish the City of San Luis Obispo Disaster Organization that will lead the disaster response
and recovery.
• Establish the City of San Luis Obispo policy for providing Disaster information to the public.
• Outline pre-planned response actions that will be taken by the City of San Luis Obispo disaster
personnel to mitigate the Disaster's effects.
• Establish responsibilities for the maintenance of the overall City of San Luis Obispo disaster
preparedness program.
• Establish basic operational protocols and gui delines for activating and operating the City of San
Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center.
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C. Plan Organization
The City of San Luis Obispo’s Comprehensive Disaster Leadership, Plan Summary consists of eig ht (7) parts.
An abstract of each part is provided below:
Part 1 – Plan Summa ry
The Plan Summary serves as an overview for el ements of response that is common to all types of
disasters.
Part 2 - Hazard-Specific Annexes
The hazard-specific plans that are used to implement the concepts and policies set forth in this
Plan. Each Annex covers the response elements specific to the type of disaster addressed. The
annexes contained in Part 2 are as follows:
A. Earthquake
B. Hazardous Materials
C. Multiple Casualty
D. Transportation
E. Fire
F. Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter
G. Diablo Canyon Nu clear Power Plant
H. Adverse Weather
Part 3 – Resource Directory
City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center Resource Directory
The Resource Directory consists of support materials and references and is a stand-alone
document. The materials are intended to provide Disaster personnel with information and data to
support the City's Disaster response efforts.
Resource Directory materials in Part 3 include:
1. City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center Communications and Messaging
2. City of San Luis Obispo Phone Directory (Confidential Numbers-limited distribution)
3. City of San Luis Obispo Reverse 911 Process
4. Disaster Alerting System (EAS)
5. Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES) Activation
6. City of San Luis Obispo Resources
7. County of San Luis Obispo Resources
8. Persons with Access and Function Needs
9. Senior Care Facilities
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Note: Parts 2 and 3, the Hazard Specific Annexes and Support Documents, are tactical contain
information that changes frequently.
Part 4 – Recovery Plan
Part 4 of this Plan consists of Recovery materials and references and is a stand-alone document. The
materials are intended to provide information and data to support the City's Disaster recovery efforts.
1. Concept of Operations
2. Recovery Operations Organization
3. Recovery Operations Responsibilities
4. Recovery Damage/Safety Assessment
5. Documentation
6. Disaster Assistance Process for Public Agencies
7. Hazard Mitigation – Planning and Prevention
8. After Action/Improvement Plan Reporting
Part 5 – Emergency Operations Center Position Checklists
Part 5 of this Plan consists of SEMS/NIMS Emergency Operations Center Position Checklists. The checklists
are intended to provide information to city Staff who are designated as Section Chief/Coordinators and
their support staff. Position Checklists include:
1. Emergency Operations Center Staff
2. Command Staff
3. General Staff
4. Operations Section
5. Logistics Section
6. Finance and Administration
7. Plans and Intelligence
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Part 6 – Debris Management
Part 6 of this Plan consists of Debris Management materials and references and is a stand- alone
document. The materials are intended to provide information and data to support the City's Debris
Management.
The Debris Management Plan Consists of the following elements:
1. Applicant Eligibility
2. Concept of Operations
3. Temporary Debris Storage and Reduction (TSDR) Sites
4. Debris Removal
5. Eligible Work
6. Debris Reduction Methods
7. Demolition of a Damaged Public Facility or Privately-Owned Building
8. Temporary Debris Storage and Reduction Site Closeout Procedures
9. Debris Forecasting and Estimating
10. Debris Monitoring
11.Organization and Responsibilities
12.Administration and Logistics
13.Authorities, References and Regulations
Part 7 -- Continuation of Operations and Reconstitution of Government
1. Continuation of Operations and Reconstitution of Government
A. Continuation of Operations
B.Reconstitution of Government
a.Lines of Succession
b. Temporary Seat of Government and Temporary Emergency Op erations Center
c.Vital Records
2. Essential Functions
3. Staffing and Resource Requirement
4. Facilities Planning
5. Contact Information
6. Reporting to work following a disaster
a. Personal and Family Safety
b. When to Report
c. Where to Report
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D. Persons with Functional and Access Needs
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 is incorporated into Disaster preparedness plans. This
law prohibits discrimination based on disability. A best practice used to effectively address the needs of
persons with disabilities or access and functional needs in Disaster preparedness plans is establishing a
process to pre-identify resources which may be used to fulfill requests from these individuals for
reasonable accommodations they may need in Disaster situations.
Functional Needs Support Services (FNSS) are defined as services that enable children and adults with or
without disabilities who have access and functional needs to maintain their health, safety, and
independence in a general population shelter. This may include personal assistance services (PAS),
durable medical equipment (DME), consumable medical supplies (CMS), and reasonable modification to
common practices, policies and procedures. Individuals requiring FNSS may have sensory, physical,
mental health, cogni tive and/or intellectual disabilities affecting their capability to function
independently without assistance. Additionally, the elderly, women in the late stages of pregnancy, and
individuals requiring communication assistance and bariatric support may also benefit from FNSS.
On July 22, 2004, Executive Order 13347 was issued (Individuals with Disabilities in Disaster
Preparedness), directing the federal government to work together with state, local and tribal
governments, as well as private organizations, to appropriately address the safety and security needs of
people with disabilities.
The City of San Luis Obispo will make every effort to comply with Title II of the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA), related to disaster and disaster-related programs, services and activities for
individuals with disabilities, access and functional needs.
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E. Plan Coordination
Almost all major disasters result in response by more than one jurisdiction.
The following is a sample listing of jurisdictions where Plan development and response coordination is
essential:
• Federal Disa ster Management Agency (FEMA)
• California Governor’s Offi ce of Emergency Services (CalOES)
• San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services (OES)
• San Luis Obispo County Fire Department
• San Luis Obispo County Sheriff
• All Cities and Special Districts within San Luis Obispo County
F. Disaster Preparedness
The preparedness phase involves activities unde rtaken in advance of a Disaster. These activities develop
operational capabilities and improve effective response to disasters. Disaster plans are developed and
revised to guide disaster response and increase avail able resources. Planning activities include developing
hazard analyses, training response personnel, and improving public information and communications
systems.
Those identified in this plan, havi ng eithe r a prim ary or support mission relative to respons e and recovery,
should prepare departmental Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs) and checklists detailing personnel
assignments, policies, notification rosters, and resource lists. Department personnel should be acquainted
with these SOGs and checklists through periodi c training in the activation and execution procedures.
Preparedness activities are part of the implementation of the Emergency Services Act (ESA), the Master
Mutual Aid Agreement (MMAA), and the State Emergency Plan. This plan is considered in effect at all
times to provide authorization to accomp lish essential preparedness actions.
The receipt of a warning or the observation that a disaster is imminent or likely to occur soon will initiate
increased readiness actions. Action s to be accomplished include, but are not necessarily limited to the
following:
1. Review and update of Disaster plans.
• Dissemination of accurate and timely Disaster public information.
• Acce lerated training of permanent and volunteer staff.
• Inspection of critical facilities.
• Recruitm ent of additi onal staff and volunteers; as appropriate.
• Mobilization of resources.
• Testing warning and communications sys tems.
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SECTION II - CONCEPTS OF OPERATION
This se ction outlines the con cepts under which the City of San Luis Obispo will respond to disasters. How
the City of San Luis Obispo responds to disasters will depend on the type and magnitude of the situation,
many elements of response are similar.
A. Basic Elements of Disaster Response
Some of the basic elements of disaster response common to all types of disasters include the following:
• Event Recognition
• Notification of Response Personnel
• Mobilization of Response Personnel
• Activation of Di saster Response Facilities and Resour ces
• Situa tion Re porting and Assessment
• Public Alerting and Informati on
• Protective Action Determination and Implementation
• Reentry and Recovery
Response to all disasters involves the above elements. The type and magnitude of the disaster will
determine the level of response necessary.
Some disaster s can be preceded with a buildup period lasting from hours to days, if recognized may provide
advanced warning to the population groups which might be affected. In certain instances, all the disasters
addressed in the Plan could be preceded by events that could be recogni zed as adv ance warning. These
slow building events allow disaster organizations and resources to be mobilized and prepare for response.
In other instances, disasters can occur with little or no advance warning. Little advance warning requires
disaster organizations and resources to be mobilized just prior to or after the onset of the event.
Since Di saster Preparedness involves planning for worst-case events, the City of San Luis Obispo must be
prepared to respond promptly and effectively and have a provision for mutual aid resources if the response
effort requires resources beyond the City of San Luis Obispo capabilities.
The Hazard-Specific Annexes in Part 2 of this Plan provide the detailed concepts of operations for each type
of disaster addressed in this Plan.
B. Mutual Aid Concepts
It is the policy of the City of San Luis Obispo to utilize Mutual Aid as the primary means to increase
personnel and resources for the City of San Luis Obispo Disaster Organization. Mutual A id procedures
should be consistent with the Califor nia Master Mutual Aid Agreement, California Law Enforcement Mutual
Aid Plan, California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System, and the San Luis Obispo County Fire, Rescue Mutual
Aid Plan, and South San Luis Obispo County Coastal Incident Response Plan.
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Mutual Aid assistance may be provided by one or more of the following:
• California Master Mutual Aid Agreement
• California Fire and Rescue Emergency Plan
• California Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Plan
• Local Mutual Aid Agreements
• Medical/Health Mutual Aid Plan
• Publi c Works Mutual Aid Agreement and Plan
• Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Disaster Assistance Act
• California Fire Assistance Agreement
Mutual Aid, like the Incident Command System (ICS), is provided under the direct control of the requesting
jurisdiction and Public Works Mutual Aid Plan under the broad direction of the Incident Commander.
C. San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services
The Office of Emergency Service s (OES) coordinates all requests for assistance from San Luis Obispo
County (beyond mutual aid agreements established for fire, law, medical, or public works resources).
To request assistance from San Luis Obispo County, contact the Duty Officer at, 805.781.1144.
SECTION III - HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND ANALYSIS
This sectio n provides a general overview of the potential threats to the City of San Luis Obispo. Each threat
annex of the Plan is intended to be stand-alone documents. Each of the annexes examine the potential
effects that could result if a Disaster of that type were to occur.
There are several threats which could impact the City of San Luis Obispo, including earthquakes,
hazardous material incidents, fires, wildland urban interface fires, nuclear power plant, civil disturbance,
active shooter, terrorism, and adverse weather.
The City of San Luis Obispo Hazard Identifica tion and Analysis process used the FEMA Threat and Hazard
Identification and Risk Assessment Guide.
A. Earthquake
The Richter scale is a method of rating earthquakes based on strength using an indirect measure of
released energy. Each one-point increase, on the Richter scale, corresponds to a 10-fold increase in the
amplitude of the seismic shock waves and a 32-fold increase in energy released. As an example, an
earthquake registering 7.0 on the Richter scale releases over 1,000 times more energy than an
earthquake registering 6.0.
Hazard Analysis
1. Situation
Earthquakes are a threat t o the City of San Luis Obispo due to several fault zones in the vicinity.
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2.Potential Threats – Fault Systems
There are several active or potentially active fault systems throughout the region. Small
earthquakes, in the range of about magnitude 2.0 – 2.7 and smaller, occur occasionally
throughout and near San Luis Obispo.
There are five (5) known seismically active faults that run through San Luis Obispo County that
include the Los Osos-Edna faults, San Andreas Fault, the Nacimiento- Rinconada Fault, the Hosgri
Fault, and the San Simeon Fault. The San Andreas Fault is capable of an 8.5 magnitude earthquake
and the greatest threat.
Liquefaction occurs when ground shaking causes loose, saturated soils to lose strength and act
like viscous fluid. Liquefaction causes two types of ground failure: lateral spread and loss of
bearing strength. Loss of bearing strength causes structures to collapse.
3. Potential Impacts
Potential impacts that may occur as a result of a light-to -heavy damage earthquake impacting the
City include: building collaps e (particularly un-reinforced masonry structures) causing need for
rescue; mass injuries; hazardous materials releases; major fires; utility disruptions; major natural
gas leaks; communication disruptions; need for evacuation ; command and coordination prob lems;
roadway and transportation system disruptio ns; and hospital/school disruptions.
The potential direct and indirect consequences of a major earthquake will severely stress the
resources of the City and will require a high level of self- help, coordination and coopera tion. Out-of-
city assistance from other local, regional, state, federal and private agencies may be delayed by
more than 72 hours, depending on the regional severity of the earthquake.
For the purpose of this Plan, earthquakes will be divided into four categories as follows:
a. No Damage Earthquake – Ground motion causes no damage (e.g., no deaths, 6 or less
injured, no structural collapse, or no failure of communications, transportation, or utility
systems).
b.Light Damage Earthquake – Ground motion causes isolated damage (e.g., 1 or more
deaths, 6 or more injured, 1 or more structures suffering partial or complete collapse, or
any failure of communications, transportation, or utility systems).
c.Moderate Damage Earthquake – Ground motion causes widespread damage (e.g.,
several deaths, several injuries, several structures suffering partial or complete collapse,
or major failures of communication, transportation, or utility systems).
d.Heavy Damage Earthquake – Ground motion causes catastrophic damage (e.g.,
massive fatalities, massive injuries, massive structural collapse, or long-term failure of
communication, transportation, or utility systems).
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e. Aftershocks “aftershocks” are common and may last for days, weeks, or months
intermittently. These aftershocks are less intense but can be as damaging as the primary
shock wave due to weakened structures.
Unified Command will provide leadership of an Earthquake Disaster with the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief or
on duty Battalion Chief providing guidance to the Unified Command Staff.
B. Hazardous Materials
Hazardous materials are produced and used throughout the City of San Luis Obispo. As a result, an accident
involving hazardous materials may occur.
There are a variety of effects that may be caused by an uncontrolled release of hazardous materials. The
effects on humans will be dependent on the type and amount of material released.
In addition to the direct human threat, hazardous materials or runoff from fire control may cause pollution
and create fire or explosion hazards in sewer systems or other waterway areas.
The toxicity of hazardous materials varies and in some cases exposure to a small quantity of material may
cause serious injury or death.
Hazard Analysis
1. Situation
Due to the major surface arteries that transverse the city, the threat of a Hazardous Materials
incident is a possibility.
2. Potential Threats
Hazardous materials incidents may occur at fixed facilities, along any air or land transportation
route, and in unpredictable areas relatively inaccessible by ground transportation. The City has
three (3) major transportation arteries, Highways 1, 101 and Highway 227 where hazardou s
materials are transported through the City.
Pesticides and chemicals are stored at numerous sites around the City. Air transportation of
hazardous materials poses a small but still potential hazard. Hazardous waste is occasionally shipped
along US 101 to a major dumpsite located in the Kettleman Hills near Interstate Highway 5.
3. Potential Range of Impacts
The vast majority of Hazardous Materials events may have little or no impact. However,
Hazardous Materials events that are severe in nature may result in impacts ranging from
evacuation to serious injuries to citizens and first responders.
The probability for a disastrous hazardous materials incident is low, the probability for extreme
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risk to life and property is high should such a Disaster occur.
Unified Command will provide leadership of a Hazardous Materials event with the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire
Chief or on duty Battalion Chief providing guidance to the Unified Command Staff.
C. Multiple Casualty
A Multiple Casualty Incident (MCI) is one which involves an enough injured persons to ov erwhelm the first
responding medi cal resources. The incident may be a significant medical hazard to a large population
(natural disaster, Hazardous Materials Incident, etc.), or involves evacuation of a medical facility (hospital,
convalescent home, etc.).
Hazard Analysis
1. Situation
The potential exists for a Multiple Casualty Incident that could quickly overrun the capabilities of
the City of San Luis Obispo’s fire department.
2. Potential Threats
Surface Roadways
Highways 1, 101 and 227 they are heavi ly traveled with trucks, private cars, and passenger buses.
Air
In addition to flights in and out of the San Luis County Regional Airport, The City of San
Luis Obispo is flown over by commercial flights traveling the Los Angeles – San Francisco
corridor as well as flying to other destinations and by military aircraft from bases such as Naval
Air Station Lemoore and Vandenberg Air Force Base.
Rail
A derailment threat of tanker, dry railway frei ght, or passenger train always has the potential of a
major impact to the city.
3. Potential Range of Impacts
A Multi ple Casualty Incident that may co uld in considerable loss of life and property.
The local Hospitals and Trauma Centers may become burdened with the surge in patients. This
may cause the compromise in emergency medical care to the city.
Unified Command will provide leadership of a Mass C asualty Incident with the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief
or on duty Battalion Chief providing guidance to the Unified Command Staff.
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D. Transportation
A transportation incident is one that involves m ultiple modes of transportation that may overwhelm the
resources of the city.
Hazard Analysis
1. Situation
All motor vehicle incidents have the potential to result in injuries and fatalities to both passengers
and the general population.
2. Potential Threats
Su rface
As the City’s population increases and traffic flow grows larger on freeways and roadways
throughout the City, the possibility of transportation disasters may increase. Incidents on
Highways 1, 101, an d 227 are major threats due to traffic congestion.
Aircraft
Many aircraft accidents are handled by appropriate public safety Disaster response agencies
without the need for activation of, or support from, the City’s Disaster organization.
However, there may be times when such support could be necessary, such an aircraft crashing
within the city limits, causing disastrous damage. Assistance from outside agencies will be needed as
well.
The City of San Luis Obispo has a public airport south of and adjacent to the city limits. There is also a
landing area for helicopters at Sierra Vista Hospital. Specialized aircraft firefighting resources are
located at the airport.
The City of San Luis Obispo is flown over by commercial flights traveling the Los Angeles – San
Francisco corridor as well as flying to other destinations and by military aircraft from bases such as
Naval Air Station Lemoore and Vandenberg Air Force Base.
Railway
An Amtrak passenger train or a tanker/freight derailment are very real possibilities.
3. Potential Impacts
Transportation incidents may cause physical, financial, property damage and psychological impacts
with citizens and First Responders.
Unified Command will provide leadership to a Transportation Incident with the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief
or on duty Battalion Chief provi ding guidance to the Unified Command Staff.
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E. Fire
Wildland
The areas that are at risk from a large scale wildland fire are, for the most part, located on the edge of the
City limits. Bishops Peak, Irish Hills/Prefumo Canyon, Johnson Ranch and Poly Canyon. These Wildland
Urban Intermix areas are where there is the most wildland urban intermix (the mixture of homes and
wildland areas). These areas are also where the heaviest concentration of br ush a nd grass is found in the
City. Structures in this Wil dl and Urban Intermix area are extre mely susceptible to wildland fires. The City of
San Luis Ob ispo Fire Department has established and enforces a rigorous weed abatement program.
Structure
A structure fire in the city may involve residences, industrial and commercial buildings. Structures in the
City vary in construction from ordinary, heavy timber or wood frame. Each variance in construction type
presents a unique challenge for the fire department.
Hazard Analysis
1. Situation
The potential for a large-scale wildfire event or structure fire in the City will always exist.
Prevention measures will minimize the impacts.
2. Potential Threats
Wildland
The potential for a major fire in the City of San Luis Obispo always exists. Residential, wil dland-
urban intermix, industrial, and commercial areas, along with transportation fires are the primary
areas of concern. The City of San Luis Obispo has a threat from a wildland fire. There are several
areas in the community where homes and businesses are built closely together, providing
difficult access and with very little defensible space. In addition, the construction of many of
these buildings, often wood-frame with wood siding and combustible roofs, would offer
significant fuel to a wind or topographically driven fire.
Structure
The City of San Luis Obispo has a limited number of older, buildings and many wood framed
structures spread throughout the community. Typically, these buildings lack modern fire
protection systems and given their construction type could pose challenges for the Fire
Department. A si gnificant number of very large buildings can be found in the commercial and
industrial areas of the City of San Luis Obispo.
3. Potential Range of Impacts
Major structure fires and wildland-urban intermix fires may have a negative economic impact on
the City of San Luis Obispo.
It should be noted the City of San Luis Obispo has adopted the July 2019 Community Wildfire Protection
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Plan as a blueprint to minimize Wildfire impacts to the City.
Unified Command will provide leadership to a Wildland or major structure fire with the Fire Chief, Deputy
Fire Chief or on duty Battalion Chief providing guidance to the Unified Command Staff.
F. Civil Disturbance –Terrorism—Active Shooter
CIVIL DISTURBANCE
Civil Disturbance is the spontaneous disruption of normal, orderly conduct and activities in urban, areas or
outbreak of rioting or violence that is of a large nature is referred to as civil distur bance or disorder. Civil
disorder is a demonstration of popular unrest that may manifest itself in acts of violence and destruction
against property and human life.
High-density event-oriented populations occur at various times throughout the year. They are events that
attract large numbers of persons such as school events, parades, and Farmers Market.
Hazard Analysis
1. Situation
The threat to the public, law enforcement and safety personnel can be severe and bold.
2. Potential Threats
Securing of essential facilities and services is necessary. Looting and fires can take place as a result
of perceived or actual non-intervention by authorities.
2. Potential Impacts
Damage possibilities range from the loss of life, multiple casualties, significant property damage
from fire and looting, or the loss of infrastructure (electric and water systems).
Looting and fires could take place in both commercial and residential areas of the City of San Luis
Obispo. The setting of fires is a common occurrence in these types of events. Major structure
fires or conflagrations are a real threat as fire suppression efforts will often be hindered
TERRORISM
FEMA definition of Terrorism: Terrorism is the use of force or violence against persons or property in
violation of the criminal laws of the United States for purposes of intimidation, coercion, or ransom.
The effects of terrorist activities can vary significantly, depending on the type, severity, scope, and duration
of the activity. Terrorist a ctivities may result in disruption of utility services, property damage, injuries and
the loss of lives.
The possibility of a terrorist action, which might have an impact on the City, cannot be discounted. Terrorist
actions may include biological, chemical, incendiary, explosive, nuclear/radiological, or electronic (such as
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sof tware system) attacks.
Hazard Analysis
1. Situation
The possibility of a terrorist event, while low in possibility, has the potential to cause several
casualties and property damage.
2. Potential Threats
The threat to law enforcement and safety personnel can be severe. Securing of essential facilities
and services is necessary. Casualties may take place as a result of perceived or actual non-
intervention by authorities.
3. Potential Impacts
Impacts range from the loss of life and multiple casualties to significant property damage from
fire and looting, or to the loss of infrastructure (electric and water systems) because of sabotage.
ACTIVE SHOOTER
The frequency of active shooter incidents has increased in recent years, and these incidents have
affected numerous places where citizens congregate, such as schools, workplaces, places of worship,
shopping malls, public meetings, and movie theaters. Active shooter situations are dynamic and quickly
evolve.
Hazard Analysis
1. Situation
An active shooter as an individual or individuals actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill
people in a populated area.
2. Potential Threats
Places where many people congregate are the greatest threat to an Active Shooter. There is no
pattern or method to the selection of victims
3. Potential Impacts
The effects of an Active Shooter incident may be but not limited to Injuries, death and the
psychological impact of the event.
Unified Command will provide leadership to a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter event with the
Police Chief or designee providing guidance to the Unified Command Staff
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G. Diablo Canyon Power Plant
The Diablo Canyon Diablo Canyon Power Plant is operated by the Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E).
The plant is in San Luis Obispo County approximately 12 miles southwest of the City of San Luis Obispo. The
plant consists of two nuclear power generating units. Both units are operational. Each unit is a pressurized
water-type reactor having an electric power generating capacity in excess of 1,000 megawatts.
When any Nuclear Power Plant is operated, the potential for a radiological accident exists, though the
probability of a serious accident is very low. The principal deterrent to an accident is prevention through
conservative design, construction and operation, which assures that the integrity of the reactor system is
maintained. Protective systems are installed and are automatically activated to counteract the resulting
effects when any part of the reactor system fails. Disaster planning is necessary to assure public safety in
the unlikely event that reactor safety systems fail. The Nuclear Regulatory Commissions, working in concert
with State and Local Agencies, are responsible for the development of the Diablo Canyon Power Plant
Disaster Response Plan.
Protective actions are advised if it is necessary to avoid or reduce a projected dose of radiation. A projected
dose is an estimate of the potential radiation dose to affected individuals. Generally, protective actions will
be either evacuation or sheltering in place. Federal and State guidance advises protective actions for the
Protective Action Zone (PAZ) that lies entirely within San Luis Obispo County.
Protective actions for the City of San Luis Obispo are not anticipated during the plume phase of an
incident. However, the City could be directly affected by protective actions taken in San Luis Obispo
County including evacuation, and ingestion pathway exposure, covering food supplies, interdiction and
decontamination.
Unified Command will provide leadership to a Diablo Canyon Power Plant with the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire
Chief or on duty Battalion Chief providing guidance to the Unified Command Staff.
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H. Adverse Weather
The City of San Luis Obispo is susceptible to the following Adverse Weather events in any given year:
Hazard Analysis
Drought
Droughts have major impacts to the environment, agriculture, health and economics of the City.
During these periods the City must be on the alert to impacts in the community and take the appropriate
corrective measures.
Erosion
Erosion is a natural geological process caused by currents, storms, earthquakes, winds, and the gradual
movement of tectonic plates. It may take place slowly over thousands of years, or it may occur dramatically,
as with landslides or severe storms.
Localized Flooding
Floods are a natural occurrence along stream beds and creek areas as a result of torrential rains. Flash
flooding can be caused by heavy localized rainfall, which can turn streets and creek beds into raging
torrents of water capable of causing extensive damage and posing a danger to the public.
The National Weather Service’s definition of a flash flood is a flood occurring in a watershed where the time
of travel of the peak of flow from one end of the watershed to the other is less than six hours.
Several creek drainage systems, including the San Luis Obispo Creek, Stenner Creek, Old Garden Creek, and
Prefumo Creek flow into and/or through the City. San Lu is Obispo Creek is the largest and runs thr ough the
downtown area and several residential areas.
When rainfall and surface run-off from a storm exceeds a drainage system's capacity to adequately channel
and contain the water, flooding may occur. Potential flood problem areas include: the downtown area
adjacent to San Luis Obispo Creek; San Luis Obispo Creek at the Marsh Street/Higuera Street Bridge; US 101
and Los Osos Valley Road; Johnson Avenue railroad underpass; and areas adjacent to Laguna Lake. Other
problems and hazards associated with flooding and inclement weather include utility disruptions, power
lines down, trees down, and transportation route disruptions.
Wind Storms: Refers to any dangerous meteorological phenomena with the potential to cause damage,
serious social disruption, or loss of human life. Severe windstorms pose a significant risk to life and
property in the region by creating conditions that disrupt essential systems such as public utilities,
telecommunications, and transportation routes. High winds can and do occasionally cause tornado-like
damage to local homes and businesses. Severe windstorms can present a very destabilizing effect on the
dry brush that covers local hillsides and wildland urban intermix areas. In addition, high winds may have
destructive impacts, especially to property trees, power lines, and other utility services.
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Severe Winter Storm: A Seve re Winter storms are a combination of High Winds and Heavy Rains. These
events occur on a regula r basis when two fronts combine to create the storm. Storms present the
possibility of erosion and localized flooding. Monitoring weather conditions is the appropriate action
when they are forecast
Severe Heat
With the Mediterranean climate impacting the City severe heat events have been rare in nature. However
recently the occurrence of a severe heat event has become much more prevalent.
1. Situation
Adverse Weather events are of relatively short duration but nonetheless can create major recovery
issues for the city. The risk of these events impacting San Luis Obispo is a concern as they occur on
a frequent basis.
2. Potential Threats
Adverse Weather events may place the City’s commercial district in jeopardy. Single Family and
Multi-Family residential units will also be in jeopardy during an Adverse Weather event.
3. Range of Impacts
Adverse Weather events may impact housing, commercial, infrastructure and Tourism.
Unified Command will provide leadership in an Adverse We ather eve nt, with the Public Works Director or
designee providing guidance to the Unified Command Staff.
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SECTION IV - DISAS TER MANAGEMENT
A. National Incident Management Systems (NIMS ) and Standardized Emergency Management System
(SEMS)
In a disaster, government response is an extraordinary extension of responsibility and action, coupled with
the normal day-to-day activities associated with governing. Any disaster event of local consequence will
more than likely overwhelm th e resour ces of San Luis Obispo, requiri ng assistance from a multitude of
agencies, initially from area mutual aid partners, then from the State and in major events the Federal
Governm ent. The Standardized Disa ster Manageme nt System (SEMS ) and the National Incident
Management System (NIMS) ha ve been adopted by the City of San Luis Obispo. These systems establish a
state and nationwi de standard response structure and basic p rotocols to be used by all agencies in both
Disaster response and recovery from a major event. Their authority and structure can be found in Title 21 of
the California Code of Regulations the Homeland Security Act of 2002 and the Homeland Security
Presidential Directive #5, 2004.
The intent of this system is a more coordinated effort of Disaster management, first at the local level, then
at the San Luis Obispo County level, then the state level, and when it is warranted at the national level.
B. Incident Command System (ICS)
The Incident Command System (ICS) is a field-level Disaster management system that consists of several
components. When applied together, the following provide the basis for effecti ve Disaster management:
• Common ter minology
• Modula r organization
• Integrated communications
• Unified command structure
• Consolidated action plans
• Manageable span of control
• Comprehensiv e resource management
The modular aspect of The Incident Command System (ICS) establishes a Disaster organi zation based on
the resources needed to support all phases of a Disaster. The organization's staff wi ll be integrated from
the top down. If a situation escalates, additional resources can be brought into the organization, and,
likewise, when the situati on de -escalates, resources can be released when they are no longer needed.
C. Department Operati ng Center (DOC)
The Department Operating Cente r (DOC) staff coordinates with the EOC to support the overall City
Disaster response and recovery activities. The DOC supports the EOC and is a condui t from the field to the
EOC.
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NOTE: Tactical o n-scene response decisions are m ade at the field Incident Command level—NOT by
members of the DOC staff.
The following DOC’s support the EOC:
• Fire DOC
• Law Enforcement DOC
• Public Works DOC
• Utilities DOC
• Community Development DOC
D. City of San Luis Obispo Disaster Organization
The Disaster Operations Organizational Chart, at the end of this section, illustrates the City of Sa n Luis
Obispo's Incident Management Organi zation for various types of disasters. The staffing and actual
structure of the organization will vary based on the type and severity of a Disaster.
Table V lists City personnel that will be trained to fill the Disaster positions shown. Each position has an
alternate. Some are cross trained to fill several positions. The City of San Luis Obispo Emergency
Operations Center is led by the Emergency Services Director. The Emergency Operations Center Director
has overall responsibility for the City of San Luis Obispo Disaster Management. The City Manager is
designated as the Emergency Services Director. The Assistant City Manager is the Deputy Emergency
Services Director and is to provide policy guidance to the EOC.
The highest ranking on-duty Fire Officer or Police Officer will act as the field Incident Commander at the
onset of a Disaster. When the Emergency Operations Center is activated, the Emergency Services
Director is supported by five functional groups.
The functional Disaster Operatio ns Center groups are:
• Command Staff
• Operations Section
• Planning/Intelligence Section
• Logistics Section
• Finance/Administration Section
Except for Command, which includes the Emergency Services Director and support staff, each of these
groups is headed by a Section Coordinator. The Section Coordinators comprise the General Staff that is
the management core under the Disaster Operations Center Director. The Section C oordinators may
activate functions as needed to support Section operations.
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E. Responsibilities
This section outlines the general responsibilities of the functional Incident Management
Organizati on groups.
1.Emergency Services Director
The Emergency Services Director has res ponsibility for coordinating all the EOC operations.
Depending on the type of Disaster, personnel authorized to act in the capacity of Disaster
Operations Center Directo r are as follows:
•City Manager
•Assistant City Manager
•Deputy city Manager
•Fire Chief
•Police Chief
•City Clerk
•Human Resources
•Finance Director
•Parks & Recr eation
•Public Works Director
•Designated Fire and Poli ce Personnel
The Emergency Services Director responsibilities include:
•Directing the Command Staff and General Staff.
•Developing and implementing strategic decisions including prioritizing
multiple nee ds for resource allocation.
•Approving the order and release of resources.
•Activating Incid ent C ommand Sy stem elements.
•Ensuring planning meetings are conducted.
•Approving and authorizing implementation of Incident Action Plans.
•Determining information needs and informing the Command Staff.
•Reviewing and authorizing the rel ease of information to the news medi a and public.
•Ensuring the general welfare and safety of the Disaster Operations Center personnel.
•Approving the Plan for demobilization and recov ery.
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2.F ield Incident Commander (IC)
The Incident Commander (IC) has responsibility for co or dinating all fi eld Disaster Operations . The
Incident Commander (IC) must work in close accord with the Emergency Operations Center
Director. Depending on the type of Disaster, personnel authorized to act in the ca pacity of
Incident Com mander (IC) are as follows:
•Fire Chief
•Police Chief
•Public Works Director
•Utilities
•Designated Fire and Police Officers
The Incident Commander’s (IC) responsibilities include:
•Dire cting the operations in the field.
•Developing and implementing strategic decisions.
•Approvi ng the order and release of resources.
•Activating Incident Command System elements.
3.Emergency Operations Center Safety and Security Officer/EWIC
The Emergency Oper ations Center Safety and Security Officer is responsible for monitoring and
assessing hazardous and unsafe situations and developing measures for assuring EOC personnel
safety. The EOC Safety and Security Officer will make recommendations to the Emerg ency
Services Director to correct unsafe acts or conditions. The Safety and Security Officer may provide
input in the development of Incident Action Plans regarding safe operations conduct. Additional
responsibility includes the EWIC Coordinator for Diablo C anyon related event.
4.Public Information Officer
The Public Information Officer is responsible for formulating and releasing information about the
Disaster to the news media and the general public.
I n some situations, the Public Information Officer and Liaison Officer may be handled by one
person. In large-scale Disaster situations, addi tional staff may be required for this function to
operate effectively.
The Public Information Officer/Liaison Officer’s Function responsibilities include:
•Gathering and disseminating Disaster information.
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•Activ ating a Joint Information Center (JIC) at a location remote from the
Emergency Operations Center.
•Obtain approval for the release of information.
•Coordinating the release of Disa ster information to the pu blic and news media
wi th other agencies.
•Responding to special requests for information.
•Providing information about the Disaster to the Incident Management Organization.
5. Liaison Officer
The Liaison Officer will be the primary contact for outside agencies. In large-scale Disas ter
situations, additional staff may be required for this function to operate effectively.
•Identifying contacts and communication links with outside agencies and organizations.
•Providing information to and responding to requests from inter-agency and intra-
agency contacts.
6.Policy Group
Led by the Mayor, assi sted by the City Manager, City Council, City Clerk and City Attorney, this
group will provide legal and long -range policy as the Disaster effects the overall operation of the
City. Dire ction, from the Administration/Policy Group, to the Emergency Operati ons Center
Director and to the field Incident Commanders must be updated on a regular basis.
7.Op erations Section
This section is headed by the Operations Section Coordinator and is a member of the General
staff. This secti on is responsible for the fol lowing operations:
•Providing and coordinating law enforcement services, includi ng assisting other
law enforcement agencies in traffic management.
•Providing and coordinating public works services, including providing and
placing barricades and signs for traffic management activities.
•Providing and coordinating fire protection services.
•Providing and coordinating emergency medical services for the City.
•Establishing and managing staging areas.
•Ensuri ng the general welfare and safety of section personnel.
•Providing Care and Shelter for the City
•Providing Evacuation direction for the City
The Law Enforcement Branch, Fire and Rescue Branch, and Public Works Branch, are examples of
functions that will operate under the direction of the Operations Section Coordi na tor.
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8. Plans and Intelligence Section
This section is led by the Plans and Intelligence Section Coordinator and is a member of the
General staff. The Section is responsible for obtaining, evaluating, disseminating and using
information concerning the developing status of the Disaster. This information is needed to
understand the current situation and develop appropriate courses of action to effectively manage
the Disaster response.
The Situation/Status Unit, Advance Plans Unit, GIS/Mapping Unit Documentation Unit, are
examples of functions that will operate under the direction of the Plans and Intelligence Section
Coordinator.
9. Logistics Section
This section is led by the Logistics Section Coordinator and is a member of the General staff. The
Logistics Section Coordinator, with assistance from several units, is responsible for providing
logistical needs such as Facilities Unit, Communications/IT Uni t, Transportation Unit, Supply
Procurement Unit, and Personnel Unit. The Logistic Section Coordinator is also responsible for
ensuring the general welfare and safety of section personnel.
The, Communications/IT Unit, Facilities Unit, and Supply Procurement Unit are examples of
functions that will operate under the direction of the Logistics Section Coordinator.
10. Finance and Administration Section
This section is led by the Finance and Administration Section Coordinator and is a member of the
General staff; this section is responsible for all financial and cost aspects associated with the
Disaster. The Finance and Administration Section Coordinator manages and is assisted by three
units: The Time Unit, Cost Finance Unit, Compensation and Claims Unit. These are examples of
functions that will be under the direction of the Finance/Administration Section Coordinator.
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EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER POSITION ASSIGNMENTS
The following section outlines position assignments for the Incident Leadership Organization members.
The assignments are made corresponding to position within the regular City of San Luis Obispo Disaster
Leadership Organization Chart by position only. Members of the City of San Luis Obispo Disaster
Leadership Organization that are as appointed to the Emergency Operations Center shall be made aware
of their assignment and offered special training for their incident management function. These
assignments are recommendations only. Any person familiar with the Incident Command System may be
used to fill positions that are deficient on personnel, especially in the early stages of an incident.
EOC POSITION JOB TITLE
Emergency Services Director City Manager
Deputy Emergency Services Director Assistant City Manager
Alternates: Deputy City Manager
Public Information Officer Deputy City Manager
Alternates: Assistant to the City Manager, Fire PIO
Liaison Officer Admin Deputy Director
Alternates: As appointed by Emergency Service Director
Legal Officer City Attorney
Alternates: Assistant City Attorney
EOC Safety and Security Officer Police Representative
Al ternates: As appointed by Emergency Service Director
Operations Coordinator (Fire) Fire Chief
Alternates: Deputy Fire Chief
Operations Coordinator (Law Enforcement) Police Chief
Alternates: Police Captain
Operations Coordinator (Natural Disaster) Public Works Director
Al ternates: Deputy Public Works Director
Fire & Rescue Branch Leader Deputy Fire Chief
Alternates: Battalion Chief
Law Enforcement Branch Leader Police Captain
Alternates: Police Lieutenant
Care & Shelter Branch Leader Parks & Recreation Director
Alternates: Recreation Manager
Utilities Branch Leader Utilities Director
Alternates: Deputy Utilities Director
Public Works Branch Leader Public Works Director
Alternates: Deputy Public Works Director
Planning/Intelligence Coordinator Community Development Director
Alternates: Building Code Official/Fire Marshal
Situation/Status Unit Leader As appointed by Emergency Services Director
Alternates: As appointed by Emergency Service Director
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Advance Plans Unit Leader As appointed by Emergency Services Director
Alternates: CDD or Fire Representative
EOC POSITION JOB TITLE
Documentation Unit Leader Fire Representative
Alternates: As appointed by Emergency Service Director
Damage Assessment Community Development Representative
Alternates: As appointed by Emergency Service Director
GIS/Mapping Unit Leader GIS Representative
Alternates: As appointed by Emergency Service Director
Resource Unit Leader As appointed by Emergency Services Director
Alternates: As appointed by Emergency Service Director
Tech Specialist As appointed by Emergency Services Director
Alternates: As appointed by Emergency Service Director
Logistics Coordinator Fire Representative
Alternates: As appointed by Emergency Service Director
Communications/IT Unit Leader IT Manager
Alternates: Network Service Supervisor
Facilities Unit Leader Public Works Representative
Alternates: As appointed by Emergency Service Director
Supply/Procurement Leader Finance Representative
Alternates: As appointed by Emergency Service Director
Personnel Unit Leader Human Resources Director
Alternates: Human Resources Manager
Finance/Administration Coordinator Finance Director
Alternate: As appointed by Emergency Services Director
Time Unit Leader Finance Representative
Alternates: As appointed by Emergency Service Director
Compensation/Claims Unit Leader Finance Representative
Alternates: As appointed by Emergency Service Director
Cost Accounting Unit Finance Representative
Alternates: As appointed by Emergency Service Director
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SECTION V - PROGRAM MAINTENANCE
A. City of San Luis Obispo Municipal Code, Chapter 2 Administration and Personnel, Chapter 2.24
Emergency Services
2.24.030 Disaster Council--Membership
The San Luis Obispo disaster council is created and shall consist of the following:
A. The mayor, who shall be the chair of the disaster council.
B. The vice mayor, who shall be vice chair.
C. All other members of the city council. (Ord. 1560 § 2, 2011: prior code § 2430.1A)
2.24.040 Disaster Council –Power and Duties
It shall be the duty of the disaster council, and it is empowered, to review and approve the
emergency operations plan and mutual-aid plans and agreements and such ordinances and
resolutions and rules and regulations as are necessary to implement such plans and agreements.
The disaster council shall meet upon call of the emergency services director or, in his or her
absence from the city or inability to call such meeting, upon call of the deputy emergency
services director. (Ord. 1560 § 3, 2011: prior code § 2430.2)
2.24.070 Emergency Organization—Membership
All officers and employees of this city, together with those volunteer forces enrolled to aid the
emergency organization during an emergency, and all groups, organizations and persons who
may by agreement or operation of law, including persons pressed into service under the
provisions of Section 2.24.060(A)(6)(c), be charged with duties pertaining to the protection of
life and property in this city during such emergency, shall constitute the emergency organization
of the city. All above mentioned members of the emergency organization, without exception,
will be considered disaster service workers giving them protection under California Senate Bill
39—Personal liability immunity: “disaster service workers” (State of California Civil Code
Section 1714.5), or as that section subsequently may be amended. (Ord. 1560 § 6, 2011: prior
code § 2430.5)
B. Plan and Procedure Maintenance
This Plan, in its entirety, will be reviewed, maintained, and updated on an annual basis by the Fire Chief or
designee. The Plan Summary (Part 1) sets objectives and policy for the City and therefore ch anges require
the approval of the City Council.
The Hazard Specific Annexes (Part 2), Resource Directory (Part 3), the Recovery Directory and Plan (Part 4),
Emergency Operations Center Position Checklists (Part 5) , Debris Management Plan (Part 6), and
Continuati on of Operations and Reconstitution of Government (Part 7), are tactical and reference
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documents containing information that changes frequently. As such they do not require City Council
Approval.
C. Disaster Resource Maintenance
The Disaster Preparedness Committee shall direct City Departments to establish and maintain a Disaster
Resources Directory (DRD) for the purposes of listing equipment, supplies, facilities, and communica tions
systems for use in disaster situations. The Disaster Resource Directory shall contai n vendor contacts, their
phone numbers, and general information. The Disaster Resource Directory is in City of San Luis Obispo
Comprehensive Di saster Leadership Plan.
D. Training
It is the policy of the City of San Luis Obispo to sponsor and coordinate an annual exerci se on a component
of the City of San Luis Obispo Disaster Management Plan. The Fire Department will develop and administer
the drills or exercises. The primary purpose of these events will be to evaluate and improve the Disaster
Response Plan that the event may be based on. The exercise or drill should be a no-fault training and
learning ex perience to all its participants.
All actions during the exercise will be observed and recorded by an evaluator group comprised of Disaster
Leadership Subject Matter E xperts. A "no fault" discussion and critique will follow the exercise. This
critique will afford department players and the evaluator group with an opportunity to jointly comment on
perceived strengths, and what needs improve ments to the Disaster Response Plan exercised. A closed
evaluator group meeting will follow the critique for the purpose of recording on a consensus basis specific
recommendation for Plan improvement. These recommendations will then be presented to the San Luis
Obispo Fire Chief within 30 days after the a ctual exercise.
The Fire Department will also assist individual departments in developing training progra ms specifi c to
both individuals and any position he or she m ay hold within the City of San Luis Obispo Disaster
Management Organization.
The Fire Departme nt will also be responsible for providing general training to the City Council and the
employees as needs ari se.
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E. Revision Page
This Section is for Plan Holders to record the posting of each Official Plan Revision made by the City of
San Luis Obispo. Please enter the revision number, revision title, page number revised date the revision
was posted and the name of the person posting the revision.
The format for numbering revisions shall be a sequential number followed by the last two digits of the
current calendar year (e.g., #1-15, #2-15, and so on). New sequential revision numbers will begin each
January 1.
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SECTION VII - AUTHORITIES AND REFERENCES
A. Authorities
The following provides Disaster authorities for conducting and/or supporting Disaster operations:
1. Federal
• Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Disaster Assistance
• Federal Disaster Relief Act
• Federal Civil Defense Act
2. State
• SEMS Regulations California Co de of Regu lations (SEMS Guidelines).
• California Disaster Services Act
• California Disaster Plan
• California Disaster Assistance Act
• State Toxic Disaster Contingency Plan.
• California Health and Safety Code, (Division 20, Chapter 6.5, Sections 25115 (defines
“Extremely Hazardous Waste”) and 25117 (defines “Hazardous Waste”), Chapter 6.95,
Section s 25500 et seq. (Business and Area Plans relating to the handling and releas e or
threatened release of hazardous material), (Section 114705 et seq., dealing with Control of
Radioactive Contamination of the Environment).
• Orders and Regulations, which may be Selectively Prom ulgated by the Governor during a State of
Disaster
• Orders and Regulations Promulgated by the Governor to Take Effect upon the Existence of a State
of War Disaster
• California Master Mutual Aid Agreement
3. Local
• City of San Luis Obispo Municipal Code Ti tle 2 Admini stration and Personnel, Chapter 2.24
Emergency Services
• San Luis Obispo County Code - Disaster Organization and Functions
B. References
• California Disaster Plan
• California Disaster Resources Management Plan
• California Fire and Rescue Operations Plan
• California Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Plan
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• California Master Mutual Aid Agreement
• California Disaster Medical Services Authority Multi- Causality Incident Guidelines
• City of San Luis Obispo, Fire Department Policies and Procedu res Manual.
• City of San Luis Obispo, Multi-hazard Disaster Response Plan, Date
• FIRESCOPE Field Operations Guide - ICS 420-1
• San Luis Obispo County Disaster Operations Plan
• San Luis Obispo County Earthquake Disaster Response Plan, San Luis Obispo County Office of
Disaster Services
• San Luis Obispo County Hazardous Materials Disaster Response Plan, San Luis Obispo County
OES,
• San Luis Obispo County/Cities Nuclear Power Plant Disaster Response Plan
• FEMA Developing and Maintaining Disaster Operations Plan, Comprehensive
Preparedness Guide (CPG) 101, Version 2.0
• San Luis Obispo County Tsunami Response Plan
• San Luis Obispo County Disaster Response Plan
• San Luis Obispo Unified School District, Comprehensive Disaster Management Plan
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Emergency Operations Center
Emergency Services
Director
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City of San Luis Obispo
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
EARTHQUAKE
ANNEX A
Developed for:
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo
Fire Department
San Luis Obispo, CA.
Prepared by:
David L. Mathe
Disaster Leadership and
Preparedness Advisor
Nipomo, CA.
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FORWARD
Annex A, City of San Luis Obispo Earthquake Emergency Management Plan addresses the City of San Luis
Obispo's response to an earthquake. Response measures and procedures concerning the policy and
operations of the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Organization are contained herein.
Coordinated Response
It is recognized that if a major earthquake impacts the City of San Luis Obispo and is regional in nature,
Unified Command will be responsible for coordinating the response.
ICS/SEMS/NIMS
The City of San Luis Obispo has adopted the Incident Command System (ICS), the Standardized
Emergency System (SEMS), and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) as the emergency
organization and the emergency management system for response to a damaging earthquake impacting
the City of San Luis Obispo.
Unified Incident Command Authority
In the event of an earthquake, the Fire Chief will assume the position of Unified Incident Commander.
In the event the Fire Chief is not available, the following chain of command is provided to identify
authorized alternates to fill the City of San Luis Obispo's position as Incident Commander.
No. 1 – Deputy Fire Chief or the on Duty Ba ttalion Chief
No. 2 – The On-Duty Police/Fire Officer as appointed by the Fire or Police Chief
No. 3 – The On-Duty highest ranking Fire Officer or Police Officer
The Unified Incident Commander will:
Alert the San Luis Obispo City Manager as to the severity of the incident.
Emergency Operations Center Leadership
The City Manager is the Emergency Services Director. The Assistant City Manager is the Deputy Emergency
Services Director.
Persons with Access and Functional Needs
It is the intent of the City of San Luis Obispo to ensure that Persons with Functional and Access Needs have
equal services that are provided to the citizens of San Luis Obispo and are a priority during an emergency.
_________________
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
San Luis Obispo Fire Department
Date:
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Earthquake
Table of Contents
Section Page
Forward 2
Table of Contents 3
I. Essentials 5
A. Earthquake Advisory 5
B. Initiating Event 6
C. Earthquake Plan Activation 6
D. Initial Alerting 6
II. Response 7
A. Emergency Operations Center Locations 7
B. Emergency Operations Center-Levels of Activation 7
C. Emergency Response Levels 8
D. Situation Awareness Reporting 8
E. Situation Reporting Zones 9
F. Situation Zone Responsibilities 10
G. San Luis Obispo County Resources 10
III. Hazard Assessment 11
A. Hazard Assessment 11
IV. Potential Impacts 12
1. Leadership 12
2. Situation Reporting 13
3. Building Collapse/Rescue 13
4. Multiple Casualties 13
5. School Disruptions 13
6. Hazardous Materials release 13
7. Fires 13
8. Evacuation 14
9. Utilities—Natural Gas—Electric—Water—Sanitation 14
10. Transportation System 14
11. Communications 14
12. Emergency Public Information 15
13. Security 15
14. Volunteer Support 15
15. Donation Management 15
16. Care and Shelter 15
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V. Emergency Recovery 16
A. Re-entry 16
B. Demobilization 16
C. Final Report and Activity Log 16
VI. Plan Administration
A. Plan Adoption 17
B. Purpose 17
C. Authorities 17
D. Scope 17
E. Plan Revisions 18
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I. Essentials
A. Earthquake Advisory
Advisories are not formal predictions but are issued following earthquakes in which there is concern
about subsequent damaging earthquakes. They are statements by CalOES regarding scientific
assessments, usually 3 – 5 days, that there is a likelihood for damaging earthquakes to occur in areas
designated in the advisory. The basis for advisories is existing knowledge of the seismic history and
potential of the area under consideration.
Glossary of Prediction Terminology:
Long-Term Earthquake Potential
No specific time periods. May refer to decades, centuries or millennia.
Long-Term Prediction
A prediction of an earthquake that is expected to occur within a few years up to a few
decades.
Intermediate-Term Prediction
A prediction of an earthquake that is expected to occur within a period of a few weeks
to a few years.
Short-Term Prediction
A prediction of an earthquake that is expected to occur within a few hours to a few
weeks. The short-term prediction can be divided as follows:
o Imminent Alert – Up to three days.
o Alert – Three days to a few weeks.
Probability
The following terms and percentages are suggested:
General Predictions Parkfield
Slight – 10% or less Level C – 2.8% to 11%
Moderate – 11% to 49% Level B – 11% to 37%
High – 50% to 100% Level A – 37% or more
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B. Initiating Event
The earthquake is the initiating event that alerts the public and the City of San Luis Obispo. The focal
point for reporting initial earthquake damage is the City of San Luis Obispo’s Emergency
Communications Center.
C. Earthquake Plan Activation
It is the policy of the City of San Luis Obispo that an earthquake, as referenced in this Plan, and in the
judgment of the City Manager, Fire Chief or Police Chief, or their designee, warrants activation of this
plan.
If confirmed damage is brought to the attention of the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency
Communications Center, contact with the Unified Incident Commander (or authorized alternate) should
be attempted. If contact is possible, the Unified Incident Commander or alternate would be advised of
the situation, including initial damage reports.
Additionally, if contact with the Unified Incident Commander or any authorized alternate cannot be
made, the on-duty Fire Officer or highest-ranking Police Officer may recommend Plan activation.
Unified Command will provide leadership of an Earthquake Disaster with the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief
or on duty Battalion Chief providing guidance to the Unified Command Staff.
D. Initial Alerting
Upon Plan activation, the San Luis Obispo Emergency Communications Center will notify City
departments of Plan and Emergency Operations Center activation. EOC mobilization instructions are as
follows:
The on-duty dispatchers (with the assistance of on-duty support staff) will:
Notify the San Luis Obispo City Manager and all department heads and have them
report to the City’s Emergency Operations Center.
Alert all off-duty police, fire and public works personnel and have them report to
assigned work areas.
Poll police and fire units and stations for damage assessment and available resources.
Alert on-duty police and fire units and instruct them to begin Situation Reporting in the
San Luis Obispo Situation Reporting Zones (SRZ).
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II. Response
A. Emergency Operations Center Locations:
The following are the EOC locations for an emergency event. (Note: These locations may be adjusted or
changed depending on the specific circumstances of the event).
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER (EOC)
Primary: San Luis Obispo City Fire Department
2160 Santa Barbara Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Secondary: Ludwick Community Center
864 Santa Rosa Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
B. Emergency Operations Center – Levels of Activation
The number of City staff at the EOC will depend on the level of activation. The person authorizing the
activation of the EOC will determine the Level of Activation. The Emergency Services Director or Deputy
Emergency Services Director may change the activation level throughout the emergency as needed. The
levels of activation are:
EOC LEVEL 1
A major disaster wherein local resources are overwhelmed. State and/or federal resources are
required. A local emergency and a state of emergency will be proclaimed. A Presidential
Declaration of Emergency or major disaster will be requested. The EOC will be staffed to the
highest number of personnel possible or necessary.
EOC LEVEL 2
A moderate to severe emergency wherein local resources are not adequate and mutual aid may
be required on a regional or even statewide basis. A local emergency and a state of emergency
may be proclaimed. The EOC will be moderately staffed.
EOC LEVEL 3
A minor to moderate incident wherein local resources are adequate and available. A local
emergency may or may not be declared. The EOC will be minimally staffed.
Note: Upon activation of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Emergency Operations Center, contact will
be established with the County of San Luis Obispo Office of Emergency Services.
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C. Emergency Response Levels
Levels of response may vary due to differing perceptions of the incident by response personnel, based on their
experience, training, capability, and the local response policy. In addition, the characteristics of the material, the
nature of its release, and the vulnerability of the receptors (i.e., populations, ecosystems) may also influence the
level of response.
Emergency response for earthquake emergencies is broken down into three levels:
Level 1, Severe Emergency: Total recall of all off-duty police, fire department personnel, and
request the San Luis Obispo City Manager and all department heads report to the City’s
Emergency Operations Center.
Level 2, Escalating Emergency: Increased number of incidents due to a damaging earthquake.
On-duty crews cannot keep up with calls. The incident can be handled by calling out all off-duty
public works department employees and with the assistance of on-duty fire and police units.
Level 3, Non-Emergency: Always in effect day-to-day routine operations. No excessive incident
loads. On-duty crews can handle all calls.
D. Situation-Awareness Reporting
1. General
The priority upon plan activation is situation reporting: the process of getting a complete and
comprehensive picture of the damages caused by the event. Immediately after a damaging
earthquake, situation reporting may be minimal. It is recognized that complete damage
intelligence may take several hours to several days to get a complete and stable citywide
assessment. Continuing situation reporting is critically important and is the foundation on which
EOC/field actions are based. Every effort must be made to immediately initiate a field survey
within a Situation Reporting Zone (SRZ) and to gather the best available information, and report
that information through channels to the City of San Luis Obispo EOC as soon as possible.
Situation Reports may become available from the other sources, i.e.:
General Public
News and Social Media
San Luis Obispo County Emergency Communications Center
San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services
City of San Luis Obispo Radio equipped field units
Caltrans
California Highway Patrol
SEMPRA (formerly known as Southern California Gas Company)
San Luis Coastal Unified School District
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E)
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Area Medical Centers
The individual field Situation Reporting Groups within the Operations Section will conduct a field survey
of an area or Situation Reporting Zone (SRZ). Early reports may include the following:
Rescue needs (estimated number trapped)
Serious mass injuries (estimated number)
Deceased (estimated number)
Damaging earthquake
Serious hazardous material spills
Any other critical emergency or situation observed
E.Situation-Reporting Zones
In the event of a damaging major event, the City of San Luis Obispo has been organized into four
Situation-Reporting Zones (SRZ's). They are described as follows:
Zone 1: CENTRAL: is that area to the North of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane,
West of the Union Pacific railroad, South of Mill Street from Broad St. to Pepper Street and East
of Highway 101 from Madonna Road to Broad Street.
Zone 2: NORTH: Is that area to the North of Mill St. from Broad Street to Pepper Street and
North of Monterey Street from Pepper Street to Fox Hollow Road exit off Highway 101.
Zone 3: WEST: is that area that is West of Broad Street and South of the Intersection of S
Higuera Street and Bridge St.
Zone 4: EAST: is that area that is South of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane, East
of the intersection of Tank Farm Road and Santa Fe Road and East of the Union Pacific railroad
from the Meeting of Lawrence Drive and Garibaldi Avenue and South of Monterey Street
Note: Where no damage occurs within an SRZ, “no damage” reports are still required in order
to insure complete damage intelligence.
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F. Situation Zone Responsibilities
DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITY
DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Police Department Citywide primary survey for all damages
Fire Department Citywide survey for damage, rescue, injuries and fire
Public Works Citywide survey for streets, facilities and, parks damage
Survey for water, wastewater, electric, broadband and solid
waste damages
Information Technology Citywide survey for communication damage
Community Development
Citywide survey of critical facilities for adverse weather-
related damage, structural damage, and posting of unsafe
buildings
Utilities Citywide survey of freshwater and waste disposal systems
PG & E Utilities Survey for condition of their transmission lines
San Luis Coastal Unified School
District
Survey for condition of their facility and personnel
Caltrans Jurisdictional survey for State highways
G. San Luis Obispo County Resources
The Office of Emergency Services (OE S) coordinates all requests for assistance for San Luis Obispo County
(beyond mutual aid agreements established for fire, law, medical, or public works resources). To request
assistance from San Luis Obispo County, contact the Duty Officer at 805.781.1144.
The American Red Cross works together with the Care and Shelter Branch to identify and establish
evacuation and general population shelter sites. In most cases the Care and Shelter Branch provides a
supporting role to the American Red Cross.
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III. Hazard Assessment
The City of San Luis Obispo Hazard Identification and Analysis process used the FEMA Threat and Hazard Identification
and Risk Assessment Guide.
General Responsibilities
Listed below is a general assessment that may result from a damaging earthquake. The exact
circumstances of an earthquake event may dictate some flexibility and adjustments.
A. Hazard Assessment
1. Situations
Earthquakes are a threat to the City of San Luis Obispo due to several fault zones in the vicinity.
2. Potential Threats – Fault Systems
There are several active or potentially active fault systems throughout the region. Small
earthquakes, in the range of about magnitude 2.0 – 2.7 and smaller, occur occasionally
throughout and near San Luis Obispo.
Even though the City of San Luis Obispo is considered distant from the San Andreas Fault, the
city and region remains at risk should there be a significant incident along the fault.
3. Potential Range of Damage
Most earthquakes cause little or no damage. Earthquakes of 6.5 magnitude or greater
(generally considered moderate to heavy damage earthquakes) occur within the state on an
average of once every four years.
For the purpose of this Plan, earthquakes will be divided into four categories as follows:
a. Heavy Damage Earthquake – Ground motion causes catastrophic damage (e.g.,
massive fatalities, massive injuries, massive structural collapse, or long-term failure of
communication, transportation, or utility systems).
b. Moderate Damage Earthquake – Ground motion causes widespread damage (e.g.,
several deaths, several injuries, several structures suffering partial or complete collapse,
or major failures of communication, transportation, or utility systems).
c. Light Damage Earthquake – Ground motion causes isolated damage (e.g., 1 or more
deaths, 6 or more injured, 1 or more structures suffering partial or complete collapse, or
any failure of communications, transportation, or utility systems).
d. No Damage Earthquake – Ground motion causes no damage (e.g., no deaths, 6 or less
injured, no structural collapse, or no failure of communications, transportation, or utility
systems).
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e. Aftershocks “aftershocks” are common and may last for days, weeks, or months
intermittently. These aftershocks are less intense but can be as damaging as the primary
shock wave due to weakened structures.
IV. Potential Impacts
This Section does not presume to predict the full range and depth of earthquake impacts.
The following, attempts to present the most likely impacts from an earthquake occurring in or near the
City of San Luis Obispo:
1. Leadership
2. Situation reporting
3. Building collapse causing need for rescue
4. Multiple Casualties
5. School disruptions
6. Hazardous material releases
7. Fires
8. Evacuation
9. Utilities – Natural Gas, Electricity and Sanitation
10. Transportation systems
11. Communications
12. Emergency Public Information
13. Security
14. Volunteer Support
15. Donation Management
16. Care and Shelter
.
1. Leadership:
The strain on local government and its emergency response organization to command
and coordinate the response to an earthquake could be immediate, severe, and
overwhelming.
Initial out-of-county assistance will probably not occur within the first 24 hours.
Full assistance from out of county departments may not arrive until well after the first
72 hours.
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San Luis Obispo must presume that they will essentially be on their own, with only local
surviving resources, for 72 hours.
It is estimated that full mobilization of local government personnel will be difficult due
to internal casualties, transportation disruptions, and family status concerns.
2. Situation Reporting:
An overall assessment and prioritization of emergencies/hazards through a centralized
means of situation reporting will be one of the first critical actions.
On-duty radio-equipped public safety and public services units may be the only means
available to provide an initial survey of field areas and report damage information to the
Emergency Operations Center.
Due to several factors (massive damage, limited personnel, transportation disruptions,
communications overload, etc.), a complete situation reporting picture may take several
hours to several days.
3. Building Collapse/Rescue:
The structures that will most commonly receive damage and fail in earthquakes are of
unreinforced masonry construction.
The collapse of such buildings is often responsible for many casualties and the need for
rescue.
4. Multiple Casualties
See Annex C, Multiple Casualty Incident of this Plan for additional information.
5. School Disruptions:
Should school be in session during a major earthquake, some serious injuries of students
and faculty can be anticipated.
Schools would be immediately disrupted requiring them to either close or evacuate.
6. Hazardous Materials Releases:
Refer to Annex B, Hazardous Materials Annex for additional information.
7. Fires:
Refer to Annex E, Fire Annex for additional information .
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8. Evacuation:
Evacuation that may be required because of an earthquake will be a high priority.
9. Utilities: Natural Gas, Electricity, Water, Sanitation
Normal utility systems may fail or be disrupted.
Electrical power loss would primarily be from breakage of overhead wires.
Water line breakage should be expected.
Localized damage to pump stations and storage facilities is anticipated.
Water System contamination may occur.
The city wastewater and water treatment plants may be damaged.
10. Transportation Systems:
An earthquake could disrupt normal transportation systems.
The primary cause of surface transportation failure would be from road deformation,
landslides, and the loss of bridges.
Surface street blockage by debris would also cause delays and temporary road closures.
11. Communications:
Normal means for reporting emergencies/hazards via a 911 phone dependent system
may be lost to the general public.
An earthquake may disable the telephone system.
Telephone equipment, both hard wired and cell sites, could be adversely affected
primarily by overloading and physical damage.
Essential service lines will most likely survive and can typically primarily be relied upon
in implementing this Plan.
Effective radio communications may require the augmentation of ARES personnel
and/or the use of "car to car" relay systems.
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In the absence of emergency power to some agency base stations, portable radios may
be the only available means of radio communications.
12. Emergency Public Information:
Following an Earthquake, the public will need basic emergency public information.
This information will be provided by the City of San Luis Obispo's Public
Information Officer via:
Emergency Broadcast Messages over the Emergency Alerting System (EAS)
Social Media
AM/FM Radio Stations
Local network television
13. Security:
Looting may be anticipated.
Security to control access into and out of the most highly damaged areas will be a
consideration for law enforcement departments.
14. Volunteer Support
The Local Chapter of the American Red Cross may aid in receiving, registering and
organizing offers for volunteer assistance and shelters.
15. Donation Management
The local Salvation Army and/or Faith Based Organization may aid in receiving,
inventorying and distributing volunteer donations of food, clothing, water, etc.
16. Care and Shelter
Some displaced persons may be self-sufficient in nature.
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V. Emergency Recovery
The City of San Luis Obispo has a Recovery Plan and is a critical component of the City of San Luis
Obispo’s Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan. The following points are a short overview of items
covered in more detail in that document.
A. Re-Entry
During transition into a recovery phase, areas affected by the earthquake should be inspected to
determine if they are safe for public re-entry. Based on joint concurrence by the Unified Command Staff,
state or federal representatives, re-entry will be authorized, and a Public Information message to that
effect will be issued.
B. Demobilization
When response departments are nearing completion of the last remaining life-safety Protective Action
Missions, and when the Emergency Services Director (San Luis Obispo City Manager) or the Deputy
Emergency Services Director(Assistant City Manager) determines that the disaster has entered into a
recovery phase, the command staff should develop a formal demobilization plan. Consideration should
also be given to assigning appropriate departments to conduct short term recovery operations (e.g.,
debris removal, restoration of critical facilities, utilities and communications, and tending to the needs
of the displaced, etc.)
The City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center should be downgraded as an Emergency
Operations Center. The Emergency Operations Center will then become a Recovery Operations Center
(ROC). It is desirable to attempt to restore departments to their normal working routine and
environment as soon as possible. The Unified Command Staff, as well as other City of San Luis Obispo
departments, will be heavily involved in short and long-term recovery operations.
C. Final Report and Activity Log
All department heads from the City of San Luis Obispo departments involved in the Earthquake response
will be required to complete a narrative report and a master activity log. The narrative report briefly
describes the primary responsibility, the protective action missions performed and the total staff hours
of involvement by the agency during the emergency phase of the earthquake. The master activity log
documents names and times of agency personnel involved in a mission, equipment and supplies used,
and any contracts with a private vendor to support emergency operations. Most of this information can
be extrapolated from individual activity logs used by team leaders during the emergency (ICS 214, EOC
messages, EOC activity logs). A copy of the narrative report and activity logs should be forwarded to the
Plans Section as soon as possible and will be part of the official record of the earthquake disaster.
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VI. Plan Administration
A. Plan Adoption
This is the official San Luis Obispo City Plan for responding to an earthquake occurring in, or threatening,
the City of San Luis Obispo. The Plan's responsibilities and authorities are effective as indicated below.
B. Purpose
The purpose of this Plan is to establish the City of San Luis Obispo's response organization, command
authority, responsibilities, functions and interactions required to mitigate the effects of an earthquake
affecting the City of San Luis Obispo. The priority of emergency response to a damaging event shall be to
minimize loss of life and property. The Plan is designed to unify all response departments under the
Incident Command System (ICS) in order to best utilize joint resources and more effectively minimize
damage to life and property caused by the effects of an earthquake.
C. Authorities
See the Plan Summary for a listing of all authorities and references.
D. Scope
1. Relationship with Other Plans
This Plan, a component of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
and is primarily intended to serve as a stand-alone Earthquake Response Plan. Procedures within
this Plan address emergency response and short-term recovery. The City of San Luis Obispo
Earthquake Plan is compatible with federal, county and state emergency response plans. Should
this type of event come about as the result of another disaster, that Disaster Plan will supersede
this Plan.
2. Jurisdictional Factors
This plan encompasses the City of San Luis Obispo jurisdictional limits of the City of San Luis
Obispo. Copies of this Plan have been sent to the San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency
Services, incorporated cities, San Luis Coastal Unified School District, and locally based federal,
state and military institutions for informational and coordination purposes.
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E. Revision Page
This Section is for Plan Holders to record the posting of each Official Plan Revision made by the City of San
Luis Obispo. Please enter the revision number, revision title, page number revised date the revision was
posted and the name of the person posting the revision.
The format for numbering revisions shall be a sequential number followed by the last two digits of the
current calendar year (e.g., #1-15, #2-15, and so on). New sequential numbers will begin each January 1.
Revision # Revision Title Page Number Revised Date Name
City of San Luis Obispo
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
Hazardous Materials
Annex B
Developed for:
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo
Fire Department
San Luis Obispo, CA.
Developed by:
David L. Mathe
Disaster Leadership and
Preparedness Advisor
Nipomo, CA
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FORWARD
Annex B, City of San Luis Obispo Hazardous Materials Response Plan addresses the City of San Luis
Obispo's response to a Hazardous Materials event. Preparedness measures and procedures
concerning the policy and operations of the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Organization are
contained herein.
Coordinated Response
It is recognized that if a Hazardous Materials event impacts the City of San Luis Obispo and is regional in
nature, Unified Command will be responsible for coordinating the response.
ICS/SEMS/NIMS
The City of San Luis Obispo has adopted the Incident Command System (ICS), the Standardized
Emergency System (SEMS), and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) as the emergency
organization and the emergency management system for response to a damaging Hazardous Materials
impacting the City of San Luis Obispo.
Unified Incident Command Authority
In the event of a Hazardous Materials Incident, the Fire Chief will assume the position of Unified Incident
Commander. In the event the Fire Chief is not available, the following chain of command is provided to
identify authorized alternates to fill the City of San Luis Obispo's position as Incident Commander.
No. 1 – The Deputy Chief or On-Duty Battalion Chief
No. 2 – The On-Duty Police/Fire Person as appointed by the Fire or Police Chief
No. 3 – The On-Duty highest ranking Fire Officer or Police Officer
The Unified Incident Commander will:
Alert the San Luis Obispo City Manager as to the severity of the incident.
Emergency Operations Center Leadership
The City Manager is the Emergency Services Director. The Assistant City Manager is the Deputy
Emergency Services Director.
Persons with Access and Functional Needs
It is the intent of the City of San Luis Obispo to ensure that Persons with Functional and Access Needs
have equal services that are provided to the citizens of San Luis Obispo and are a priority during an
emergency.
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Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
San Luis Obispo Fire Department
Date:
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Hazardous Materials
Table of Contents
Section Page
Forward 2
Table of Contents 3
I. Essentials 5
A. Hazardous Materials Definition 5
B. Initiating Event 5
C. Hazardous Materials Plan Activation 5
D. Initial Alerting 5
II. Response 6
A. Emergency Operations Center Locations 6
B. Emergency Operations Center-Levels of Activation 6
C. Emergency Response Levels 6
D. Situation Awareness Reporting 7
E. Situation Reporting Zones 8
F. Situation Zone Responsibilities 8
G. San Luis Obispo County Resources 8
III. Hazardous Assessment 9
A. Hazard Assessment 9
IV. Potential Impacts 10
1. Leadership 10
2. Situation Reporting 10
3. Evacuation 10
4. Shelter in Place 11
5. School Disruptions 12
6. Fires 12
7. Multiple Casualties 12
8. Utilities—Natural Gas—Electric—Water—Sanitation 12
9. Transportation System 12
10. Communication Disruptions 12
11. Emergency Public Information 13
V Recovery 14
A. Re-entry 14
B. Demobilization 14
C. Final Report and Activity Log 14
VI. Plan Administration 15
A. Plan Adoption 15
B. Purpose 15
C. Authority
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VI. Plan Administration (continued)
D. Scope 15
E. Plan Revisions 16
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I. Essentials
A. Hazardous Materials Definition
Any substance or combination of substances, which because of quantity, concentration, or
characteristics may cause or significantly contribute to an increase in death or serious injury or pose
substantial hazards to humans and/or the environment.
B. Initiating Event
The hazardous materials event is the initiating event that alerts the public and the City of San Luis
Obispo. The focal point for reporting initial hazardous materials impact is the City of San Luis Obispo’s
Emergency Communications Center.
C. Hazard Materials Plan Activation
Any Hazardous Materials event that in the opinion of the San Luis Obispo City Manager, Fire Chief (or
designee), Police Chief (or designee) that warrants the activation of this Plan.
If confirmed impacts are brought to the attention of the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency
Communications Center, contact with the Unified Incident Commander (or authorized alternate) should
be attempted. If contact by phone is possible, the Unified Incident Commander or alternate would be
advised of the situation (including initial damage reports) by the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency
Communications Center.
Additionally, if contact with the Unified Incident Commander or any authorized alternate cannot be
made, the on-duty Fire Officer or highest-ranking Police Officer may recommend Plan activation.
D. Initial Alerting
Upon Plan activation, the San Luis Obispo Emergency Communications will notify City departments of
Plan and Emergency Operations Center activation, and to instruct them to mobilize should be made as
follows:
The on-duty dispatchers (with the assistance of on-duty support staff) will:
Notify the San Luis Obispo City Manager and all department heads and
have them report to the City’s Emergency Operations Center.
Alert all off-duty police, fire and public works personnel and have them
report to assigned work areas.
Poll police and fire units and stations for damage assessment and available
resources.
Alert on-duty police and fire units and instruct them to begin Situation
Reporting in the Situation Reporting Zones (SRZ).
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II. Response
A. Emergency Operations Center Locations:
The following are the EOC locations for an emergency event. (Note: These locations may be adjusted or
changed depending on the specific circumstances of event).
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER (EOC)
Primary: San Luis Obispo City Fire Department
2160 Santa Barbara Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Secondary: Ludwick Community Center
864 Santa Rosa Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
B. Emergency Operations Center – Levels of Activation
The number of City staff at the EOC will depend on the level of activation. The person authorizing the
activation of the EOC will determine the Level of Activation. The Emergency Services Director or Deputy
Emergency Services Director may change the activation level throughout the emergency as needed. The
levels of activation are:
EOC LEVEL 1
A major disaster where local resources are overwhelmed. State and/or federal resources are
required. A local emergency and a state of emergency will be proclaimed. A Presidential
Declaration of Emergency or major disaster will be requested. The EOC will be staffed to the
highest number of personnel possible or necessary.
EOC LEVEL 2
A moderate to severe emergency wherein local resources are not adequate and mutual aid may
be required on a regional or even statewide basis. A local emergency and a state of emergency
may be proclaimed. The EOC will be moderately staffed.
EOC LEVEL 3
A minor to moderate incident wherein local resources are adequate and available. A local
emergency may or may not be declared. The EOC will be minimally staffed.
C. Emergency Response Levels
Levels of response may vary due to differing perceptions of the incident by response personnel, based
on their experience, training, capability, and the local response policy. In addition, the characteristics of
the material, the nature of its release, and the vulnerability of the receptors (i.e., populations,
ecosystems) may also influence the level of response.
Emergency planning for a Hazardous Materials event is broken down into three levels:
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Level 1, Severe Emergency: Total recall of all off-duty police, fire department personnel, and
request the San Luis Obispo City Manager and all department heads and have them report to
the City’s Emergency Operations Center.
Level 2, Escalating Emergency: Increased number of incidents due to a Hazardous Materials
event. On-duty crews cannot keep up with calls; however, the incident can be handled by
calling out all off-duty Fire Department employees and with the assistance on-duty fire and
police units.
Level 3. Non-Emergency: Always in effect day-to-day routine operations. No excessive incident
load. On-duty crews can handle all calls.
D. Situation Awareness Reporting
1. General
The priority upon Plan activation is situation reporting: the process of getting a complete and
comprehensive picture of the damages caused by the event. Immediately after a damaging
earthquake, situation reporting may be minimal. It is recognized that complete damage
intelligence may take several hours to several days to get a complete and stable citywide
assessment. Continuing situation reporting is critically important and is the foundation on
which EOC/fi eld actions are based. Every effort must be made to immediately initiate a field
survey within a Situation Reporting Zone (SRZ) and to gather the best available information,
and report that information through channels to the City of San Luis Obispo EOC as soon as
possible.
Situation Reports may become available from the other sources, i.e.:
General Public
News and Social Media
San Luis Obispo County Emergency Communications Center
San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services
City of San Luis Obispo Radio equipped field units
Caltrans
California Highway Patrol
SEMPRA (formerly known as Southern California Gas Company)
San Luis Coastal Unified School District
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E)
Area medical centers
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The individual field Situation Reporting Groups within the Operations Section will conduct a
field survey of an area or Situation Reporting Zone (SRZ). Early reports may include the
following:
Rescue needs (estimated number trapped)
Serious mass injuries (estimated number)
Deceased (estimated number)
Damaging earthquake
Serious hazardous material spills
Any other critical emergency or situation observed
E. Situation Reporting Zones
In the event of a damaging event, the City of San Luis Obispo has been organized into seven Situation
Reporting Zones (SRZ’s). They are described as follows:
Zone 1: CENTRAL: is that area to the North of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane,
West of the Union Pacific railroad, South of Mill Street from Broad St. to Pepper Street and East
of Highway 101 from Madonna Road to Broad Street.
Zone 2: NORTH: Is that area to the North of Mill St. from Broad Street to Pepper Street and
North of Monterey Street from Pepper Street to Fox Hollow Road exit off Highway 101.
Zone 3: WEST: is that area that is West of Broad Street and South of the Intersection of S
Higuera Street and Bridge St.
Zone 4: EAST: is that area that is South of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane, East
of the intersection of Tank Farm Road and Santa Fe Road and East of the Union Pacific railroad
from the Meeting of Lawrence Drive and Garibaldi Avenue and South of Monterey Street
Note: Where no damage occurs within an SRZ, “no damage” reports are still required in order
to insure complete damage intelligence.
F. Situation Zone Responsibilities
DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Police Department Citywide primary survey for all damages
Fire Department Citywide survey for damage, rescue, injuries and fire
Public Works
Citywide survey for streets, facilities and, parks damage
Survey for water, wastewater, electric, broadband and solid
waste damages
Information Technology Citywide survey for communication damage
Community Development
Citywide survey of critical facilities for adverse weather
related damage, structural damage, and posting of unsafe
buildings
Utilities Citywide survey of freshwater and waste disposal systems
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PG & E Utilities Survey for condition of their transmission lines
San Luis Coastal Unified School
District Survey for condition of their facility and personnel
Caltrans Jurisdictional survey for State highways
G. San Luis Obispo County Resources
The Office of Emergency Services (OES) coordinates all requests for assistance from San Luis Obispo
County (beyond mutual aid agreements established for fire, law, medical, or public works resources). To
request assistance from San Luis Obispo County, contact the Duty Officer at 805.781.1144.
The American Red Cross works together with the Care and Shelter Branch to identify and establish
evacuation and general population shelter sites. In most cases the Care and Shelter Branch provides a
supporting role to the American Red Cross.
III. Hazard Assessment
The City of San Luis Obispo Hazard Identification and Analysis process used the FEMA Threat and Hazard
Identification and Risk Assessment Guide.
Department Responsibilities
Listed below are the potential emergencies or problems resulting from a damaging Hazardous Materials
event. The exact circumstances of the event may dictate some flexibility and adjustments.
A. Hazard Assessment
1. Potential Threats
The increasing volume and variety of Hazardous Materials that are generated, stored, or
transported within City of San Luis Obispo is a concern to public officials and the community. A
Hazardous Materials Event may impact the health and safety the citizens of San Luis Obispo.
Several agriculture firms use potentially Hazardous Materials. Also, Incidents may occur at
other fixed facilities where, the occupants have filed site-specific emergency response and
evacuation plans. Underground pipelines carry flammable and hazardous liquids.
There are a variety of effects that may be caused by an uncontrolled release of hazardous
materials. The effects on humans depend on the type and amount of material released,
however they may include: hazards that may be fatal if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through
skin; some hazardous materials may cause burns to skin and eyes upon contact; material that
catches on fire may produce irritating or poisonous gases; some materials may cause dizziness
or suffocation. In addition to the direct human threat, hazardous materials or runoff from fire
control may cause pollution and create fire or explosion hazards in sewer systems or other
waterway areas.
Transportation Emergencies
This plan covers hazardous material emergencies associated with transportation by
highways, roads, surface streets, railroad, pipeline, or other means.
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Fixed Installation Emergencies
This plan covers hazardous materials emergencies occurring within any fixed
installation storing, manufacturing, processing, utilizing, or disposing of hazardous
materials.
2. Potential Range of Impacts
The vast majority of Hazardous Materials events may have little or no impact. However,
Hazardous Materials events that are severe in nature may result in impacts ranging from
evacuation to serious injuries to citizens and first responders.
EXCEPTION: This plan does not cover radiological emergencies resulting from direct operation of
the Diablo Canyon Power Plant. Radiological emergencies resulting from the operation of the
Diablo Canyon Power Plant are covered by the San Luis Obispo County/Cities Nuclear Power Plant
Emergency Response Plan.
IV. Potential Impacts
This Section does not presume to predict the full range and depth of Hazardous Materials impacts.
The following attempts to present the most likely impacts from a Hazardous Materials event occurring in
or near the City of San Luis Obispo:
1. Leadership
2. Situation reporting
3. Evacuation
4. Shelter in Place
5. School disruptions
6. Fires
7. Multiple Casualties
8. Utilities – Natural Gas, Electricity and Sanitation
9. Transportation systems
10. Communication Disruptions
11. Emergency Public Information
These emergencies are discussed in detail below as a basis for planning and response to a Hazardous
Materials event. This Plan does not presume to predict the full range and depth of Hazardous Materials
event consequences. It does, however, attempt to reflect the most accurate estimate of the nature of
emergencies resulting from a Hazardous Materials event occurring in, or threatening the City of San Luis
Obispo. Any concerns or comments should be directed to the fire department for consideration.
1. Leadership
The strain on local government and its emergency response organization to command
and coordinate the response to an extreme Hazardous Materials event could be
immediate, severe, and overwhelming.
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Out-of-county assistance from state, federal, mutual aid and private agencies will
probably not be needed in anything but the most extreme situations.
2. Situation Reporting
A Hazardous Materials event may initiate many types of emergencies and damages
simultaneously over a widespread area.
This will overwhelm emergency resources and preclude the traditional direct response
to each emergency.
Normal means for reporting emergencies via a 911-phone dependent system will
probably be not lost to the general public.
3. Evacuation
The purpose of evacuation is to move the population in an affected area away from the
possible hazard. It is a protective action taken to avoid or reduce the public's exposure to
hazardous materials.
Evacuation of the public may be indicated when there are:
Leaks involving unknown gases from large capacity storage containers.
Explosives or large quantities of materials which could detonate or explode,
damaging structures in the immediate area.
Leaks that cannot be controlled and are expected to continue leaking.
Uncontrolled fires involving hazardous materials.
If it has been determined that evacuation is necessary, the following may be considered for
evacuation:
Request Law Branch/law enforcement to determine area to be evacuated.
Direct Law Branch/law enforcement to determine evacuation authority, routes,
perimeters, and notification of other law enforcement agencies as appropriate.
Contact American Red Cross to locate, activate and operate necessary Evacuation
Centers and relay their location to the Law Branch and PIO.
If the Emergency Alert System, or other form of public notification system is to be
requested/used, direct PIO to develop evacuation message including reason for
evacuation, areas affected, evacuation routes, and locations of evacuation centers
(if evacuation center site is known).
Direct Law Branch to implement evacuation, including follow up, verification, anti-
looting and transportation assistance teams as necessary.
Contact County Office of Emergency Services (through the Sheriff’s Department
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watch commander or dispatch) if Emergency Alert System, or other form of public
notification, is to be requested or for any other special assistance or coordination.
4. Sheltering in Place
Sheltering In place is used when evacuating the public would cause greater risk than staying
indoors, or when an evacuation cannot be performed ahead of the threat. Sheltering In place
operate on the theory that toxic vapors pass over structures without moving inside them.
Research and accident investigation indicate that staying indoors is often safer than evacuating
during a toxic cloud release. However, sustained and continuous release may eventually filter into
a structure and endanger the occupants. Sheltering In place is not a substitute for evacuation; it is
another tool for emergency responders to use when evacuation may be unsafe, infeasible, or
unwarranted. It can also be used in combination with evacuation to protect separate threatened
areas or at different points during the emergency.
The Incident Commander or designee will act upon appropriate advice and recommendation from
appropriate health and hazardous material personnel to shelter appropriate areas.
Shelter In place protection may be a viable option when:
The hazardous material has been identified and is a low to moderate health hazard.
Personnel to assist with the evacuation are limited, and the hazardous evacuation
areas cannot be properly managed.
The material has been totally released from its container and is quickly dissipating.
The hazardous material is a migrating toxic vapor cloud, and the citizens are safer
inside the building than they would be outside.
Short duration or solid or liquid leaks are present.
Migrating vapor clouds are low in toxicity and quantity.
Vapor clouds form "puff" or migrating plume patterns, e.g., clouds that will
quickly disperse and are not from a fixed, continuous source.
Leaks can be rapidly controlled at their source.
Sheltering means staying inside with all doors, windows, and ventilation systems closed.
Sheltering is intended to reduce or eliminate any exposure to a hazardous materials
plume.
5. School Disruptions
Schools would be immediately disrupted requiring them to shelter in place, evacuate or
close.
6. Fires
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Refer to Annex E, Fire Annex for additional information
7. Multiple Casualties
See Annex C, Multiple Casualty Incident of this Plan for additional information.
8. Utilities: Natural Gas, Electricity, Water, Sanitation
Water System contamination may occur.
9. Transportation Systems
A Hazardous Materials event could disrupt normal transportation systems causing
severe traffic management problems as well as delays to response, evacuation and
logistical support.
10. Communication Disruptions
Telephone equipment, both hard wired and cell sites, could be adversely affected
primarily by overloading (calls in and out of the area).
Essential service lines will most likely survive and can typically be relied upon in
implementing this Plan.
11. Emergency Public Information
During a Hazardous Materials event, the public will need basic emergency public
information.
This information will be provided by the City of San Luis Obispo's Public Information
Officer via:
Emergency Broadcast Messages over the Emergency Alerting System (E AS)
Social Media
AM/FM Radio Stations
Local network television
To avoid conflicting information, all public information should be provided by the
City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Operation Center Public Information Officer.
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V. Recovery
The City of San Luis Obispo has a Recovery Plan, is included the City of San Luis Obispo’s Comprehensive
Disaster Leadership Plan. The following points are a short Recovery.
A. Re-Entry
During transition into a recovery phase, areas affected by the Hazardous Materials should be inspected
to determine if they are safe for public re-entry. Based on joint concurrence by the Unified Command
Staff, state or federal representatives, re-entry will be authorized, and a Public Information message to
that effect will be issued.
B. Demobilization
When response agencies are nearing completion of the last remaining life-safety Protective Action
Missions, and when the Emergency Services Director (San Luis Obispo City Manager) or the Deputy
Emergency Services Director (Assistant City Manager) determines that the disaster has entered into a
recovery phase, the command staff should develop a formal demobilization plan. Consideration should
also be given to assigning appropriate agencies to conduct short term recovery operations (e.g., debris
removal, restoration of critical facilities, utilities and communications, and tending to the needs of the
homeless and displaced, etc.)
The City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center should be downgraded as an Emergency
Operations Center. The Emergency Operations Center will then become a Recovery Operations Center
(ROC). It is desirable to attempt to restore departments to their normal working routine and
environment as soon as possible. The Unified Command Staff, as well as other City of San Luis Obispo
agencies, will be heavily involved in short and long-term recovery operations.
C. Final Report and Activity Log
All department heads from the City of San Luis Obispo departments involved in the Hazardous Materials
event response will be required to complete a narrative report and a master activity log. The narrative
report briefly describes the primary responsibility, the protective action missions performed and the
total staff hours of involvement by the agency during the emergency phase of the Hazardous Materials
event. The master activity log documents names and times of agency personnel involved in a mission,
equipment and supplies used, and any contracts with a private vendor to support emergency
operations. Most of this information can be extrapolated from individual activity logs used by team
leaders during the emergency (ICS 214, Emergency Operations Center messages, Emergency Operations
Center activity logs). A copy of the narrative report and activity logs should be forwarded to City Hall as
soon as possible and will be part of the official record of the Hazardous Materials event disaster.
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VI. Plan Administration
A. Plan Adoption
This is the official San Luis Obispo City Plan for Responding to a Hazardous Materials event occurring
in, or threatening, the City of San Luis Obispo.
B. Purpose
The purpose of this Plan is to establish the City of San Luis Obispo's, command authority,
responsibilities, and respond to the effects of a Hazardous Materials event affecting the City of San Luis
Obispo. The priority of emergency response to a Hazardous Materials event shall be to minimize loss of
life and property. The Plan is designed to unify all response agencies under the Incident Command
System (ICS) in order to best utilize joint resources and more effectively minimize damage to the
environment, life and property caused by the effects of a Hazardous Materials event.
C. Authorities
See Plan Summary, for a listing of all authorities and references.
D. Scope
1. Relationship with Other Plans
This Plan, a component of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
and is primarily intended to serve as a stand-alone response Plan for all effects associated with a
Hazardous Materials event. Procedures within this Plan solely address emergency response and
short-term recovery. The City of San Luis Obispo Hazardous Materials Response Plan is
compatible with San Luis Obispo County, federal and state Emergency Response Plans. Should
this type of event come about as the result of another disaster, that Disaster Plan will supersede
this Plan.
2. Jurisdictional Factors
This plan encompasses the jurisdictional limits of the City of San Luis Obispo. Copies of this Plan
have been sent to the Santa Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services, incorporated
cities, San Luis Coastal Unified School District, and locally based federal, state and military
institutions for informational and coordination purposes.
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E. Revision Page
This Section is for Plan Holders to record the posting of each Official Plan Revision made by the City of
San Luis Obispo. Please enter the revision number, the pages, the date the revision was posted, and the
name of the person posting the revision.
Revision # Revision Title Page Number Revised Date Name
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ANNEX C
Developed for:
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo
Fire Department
San Luis Obispo, CA.
Developed by:
David L. Mathe
Disaster Leadership and
Preparedness Advisor
Nipomo, CA.
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FORWARD
Annex C, City of San Luis Obispo Multiple Casualty Incident Plan addresses the City of San Luis Obispo's
response to a Multiple Casualty Incident event. Preparedness measures and procedures concerning the
policy and operations of the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Organization are contained herein.
Coordinated Response
It is recognized that if a Multiple Casualty Incident event impacts the City of San Luis Obispo and is
regional in nature, Unified Command will be responsible for coordinating the response.
ICS/SEMS/NIMS
The City of San Luis Obispo has adopted the Incident Command System (ICS), the Standard ized
Emergency System (SEMS), and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) as the e mergency
organization and the emergency management system for response to a damaging Multiple Casualty
Incident impacting the City of San Luis Obispo.
Unified Incident Command Authority
In the event of a Multiple Casualty Incident, the Fire Chief will a ssume the position of Unified Incident
Commander. In the event the Fire Chief is not available, the following chain of command is provided to
identify authorized alternates to fill the City of San Luis Obispo's position as Incident Commander.
No. 1 – The Deputy Fire Chief or On-Duty on Duty Battalion Chief
No. 2 – The On-Duty Police/Fire Person as appointed by the Fire or Police Chief
No. 3 – The On-Duty highest ranking Fire Officer or Police Officer
The Unified Incident Commander will:
Alert the San Luis Obispo City Manager as to the severity of the incident.
Emergency Operations Center Leadership
The City Manager is the Emergency Services Director. The Assistant City Manager is the Deputy
Emergency Services Director.
Persons with Access and Functional Needs
It is the intent of the City of San Luis Obispo to ensure that Persons with Functional and Access Needs
have equal services that are provided to the citizens of San Luis Obispo and are a priority during an
emergency.
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Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
San Luis Obispo Fire Department
Date:
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Multiple Casualty Incident
Table of Contents
Section Page
Forward 2
Table of Contents 3
I. Essentials 4
A. Initiating Event 4
B. Plan Activation 4
C. Initial Alerting
II. Response 5
A. Emergency Operations Center Locations 5
B. Emergency Operations Center-Levels of Activation 5
C. Emergency Response Levels 6
D. Mass Casualty Event Levels of Activation 6
E. Transportation of Injured 7
F. Handling the Deceased 7
G. Situation Awareness Reporting 7
H. Situation Reporting Zones 8
I. Situation Zone Responsibilities 8
J. San Luis Obispo County Resources 9
III. Hazard Assessment 10
A. Hazard Assessment 10
IV. Potential Impacts 10
1. Leadership 10
2. Situation Reporting 10
3. Evacuation 10
4. Utilities—Natural Gas—Electric—Water—Sanitation 10
5. Transportation System 10
6. Communications Disruptions 10
7. Emergency Public Information 10
V. Recovery 12
A. Re-entry 12
B. Demobilization 12
C. Final Report and Activity Log 12
VI. Plan Administration
A. Plan Adoption 13
B. Purpose 13
C. Authorities 13
D. Scope 13
E. Plan Revisions 14
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I. Essentials
A. Initiating Event
A report of a Multiple Casualty Incident is the initiating event that alerts the public and City of
San Luis Obispo. The focal point for reporting initial Multiple Casualty Incident is the City of San
Luis Obispo’s Emergency Communication Center.
B. Plan Activation
It is the policy of the City of San Luis Obispo that a Multiple Casualty Incident, as referenced in this Plan,
and in the judgment of the City Manager, Fire Chief or Police Chief, or their designee, warrants activation
of this plan.
If confirmed injuries are brought to the attention of the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency
Communications Center, contact with the Unified Incident Commander (or authorized alternate) shoul d
be attempted. If contact is possible, the Unified Incident Commander or alternate would be advised of
the situation, including initial reports.
Additionally, if contact with the Unified Incident Commander or any authorized alternate cannot be
made, the on-duty Fire Officer or highest-ranking Police Officer may recommend Plan activation.
Unified Command will provide leadership of a Multiple Casualty Incident with the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire
Chief or on duty Battalion Chief providing guidance to the Unified Command Staff.
C. Initial Alerting
Upon Plan activation, the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Communications will notify City
departments of Plan and Emergency Operations Center activation, and to instruct them to
mobilize should be made as follows:
The on-duty dispatchers (with the assistance of on-duty support staff) will:
Notify the City of San Luis Obispo City Manager and all department heads
and have them report to the City’s Emergency Operations Center.
Alert all off-duty police, fire and public works of the incident.
Poll police and fire units and stations available resources.
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II. Response
A. Emergency Operations Center Locations:
The following are the EOC locations for an emergency event. (Note: These locations may be adjusted or
changed depending on the specific circumstances of event).
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER (EOC)
Primary: San Luis Obispo City Fire Department
2160 Santa Barbara Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Secondary: Ludwick Community Center
864 Santa Rosa Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
B. Emergency Operations Center – Levels of Activation
The number of City staff at the EOC will depend on the level of activation. The person authorizing the
activation of the EOC will determine the Level of Acti vation. The Emergency Services Director can, and
should, change the activation level throughout the emergency as needed. The levels of activation are:
EOC LEVEL 1
A major disaster wherein local resources in or near the impacted area are overwhelmed and
extensive state and/or federal resources are required. A local emergency and a state of
emergency will be proclaimed. A Presidential Declaration of Emergency or major disaster will be
requested. The EOC will be staffed to the highest number of personnel possible or necessary.
EOC LEVEL 2
A moderate to severe emergency wherein local resources are not adequate and mutual aid may
be required on a regional or even statewide basis. A local emergency will be proclaimed, and a
state of emergency might be proclaimed. The EOC will be moderately staffed.
EOC LEVEL 3
A minor to moderate incident wherein local resources are adequate and available. A local
emergency may or may not be declared. The EOC will be minimally staffed.
Note: Upon activation of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Emergency Operations Center, contact will be
established with the San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services.
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C. Emergency Response Levels
Emergency response for Multiple Casualty Incident emergencies is broken down into three levels:
Level 1, Severe Emergency: Total recall of all off-duty police, fire department personnel, and
request the San Luis Obispo City Manager and all department heads report to the City’s
Emergency Operations Center.
Level 2, Escalating Emergency: Increased number of incidents due to a Multiple Casualty
Incident. On-duty crews cannot keep up with calls; however, the incident can be handled by
calling out all off-duty Fire Department employees and with the assistance on-duty fire and
police units.
Level 3, Non-Emergency: Always in effect day-to-day routine operations. No excessive incident
load. On-duty crews can handle all calls.
D. Mass Casualty Event—EMSA Levels of Activation
LEVEL I 3-10 patients
A suddenly occurring event that has the potential to overwhelm any part of the EMS system
and/or the number of patients is greater than can be handled by the usual initial response.
Duration of the incident is expected to be less than 1 hour. Examples: Motor vehicle accident,
tour bus, etc.
LEVEL II Greater than 11 patients
A suddenly occurring event that has the potential to overwhelm any part of the EMS system
and/or has the need for additional resources. The medical mutual aid system may be activated.
An adequate number of additional ambulances are not likely to be immediately available,
creating a delay in transporting patients. The duration of incident is expected to be greater than 1
hour.
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E. Transportation of the Injured
Calculation of the required number of Ambulances
This guideline is meant to provide general guidance to determine the initial estimate for the
number of transport ambulance units required to respond to a MCI based on the number of
immediate patients. As a determination of the number of delayed and minor patients is made,
additional ambulances or other transport vehicles, such as a bus, may be required.
The request for additional transport vehicles, such as ambulance, bus, etc. should be made as
early as possible.
A general rule-of-thumb for determining how many ambulances should initially be requested by
first-arriving personnel can be calculated using the following formula:
REQUIRED AMBULANCES = _ NUMBER OF IMMEDIATE PATIENTS + Plus One (1)
DIVIDED BY TWO (2)
Example: Ten (10) immediate patients + 1 = Six (6) ALS units/ambulances
2
AIR UNITS=Consider early polling, activation, and integration into transportation plan!
F. Handling the Deceased
Sheriff-Coroner directs the on-site morgue operations.
If it becomes necessary to move bodies in order to accomplish rescue/extrication and/or treatment of
casualties, protect the health and safety of others, or to prevent further harm to the bodies, the
following procedures should be followed:
• Do not remove any personal effects from the bodies.
• Tag the bodies with approved triage tags to indicate death.
• Bodies must always be secured and safeguarded; personnel should be assigned to
monitor morgue areas.
• No variations to these procedures are authorized without the approval of the Morgue
Manager, Sheriff-Coroner, or their representative.
G. Situation Awareness Reporting
1. General
The priority upon Plan activation is situation reporting: the process of getting a complete and
comprehensive picture of the injuries caused by the event. Immediately after a Multiple
Casualty Incident, situation reporting may be minimal. It is recognized that complete injury
intelligence may take several hours to several days to get a complete and stable citywide
assessment. Continuing situation reporting is critically important and is the foundation on
which EOC/field actions are based every effort must be made to immediately initiate a field
survey within a Situation Reporting Zone (SRZ) and to gather the best available information,
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and report that information through channels to the City of San Luis Obispo EOC as soon as
possible.
Situation Reports may become available from the other sources, i.e.:
General Public
News and Social Media
San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Emergency Communications Center
County of San Luis Obispo Office of Emergency Services
City of San Luis Obispo Radio equipped field units
Caltrans
California Highway Patrol
SEMPRA (formerly known as Southern California Gas Company)
Area Medical Centers
San Luis Obispo Coastal Unified School District
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E)
The individual field Situation Reporting Groups within the Operations Section will conduct a field
survey of an area or Situation Reporting Zone (SRZ). Early reports may include the following:
Rescue needs (estimated number trapped)
Serious mass injuries (estimated number)
Deceased (estimated number)
Damaging Multiple Casualty Incident
Serious hazardous material spills
Any other critical emergency or situation observed.
Note: Where no injuries occur within an SRZ, “no injury” reports are still required in order to insure
complete incident intelligence.
H. Situation Reporting Zones
In the event of a damaging event, the City of San Luis Obispo has been organized into seven Situation
Reporting Zones (SRZ’s). They are described as follows:
Zone 1: CENTRAL: is that area to the North of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane,
West of the Union Pacific railroad, South of Mill Street from Broad St. to Pepper Street and East
of Highway 101 from Madonna Road to Broad Street.
Zone 2: NORTH: Is that area to the North of Mill St. from Broad Street to Pepper Street and
North of Monterey Street from Pepper Street to Fox Hollow Road exit off Highway 101.
Zone 3: WEST: is that area that is West of Broad Street and South of the Intersection of S
Higuera Street and Bridge St.
Zone 4: EAST: is that area that is South of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins
Lane, East of the intersection of Tank Farm Road and Santa Fe Road and East of the
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Union Pacific railroad from the Meeting of Lawrence Drive and Garibaldi Avenue and
South of Monterey Street
Note: Where no injury occurs within an SRZ, “no injury” reports are still required in
order to insure complete injury intelligence.
I. Situation Zone Responsibilities
DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Police Department Citywide primary survey
Fire Department Citywide survey for rescue, injuries and fire
Public Works
Citywide survey of streets, facilities and, parks
Survey of water, wastewater, electric, broadband and solid
waste services
Information Technology Citywide survey for communication compromise
Community Development
Citywide survey of critical facilities for, structural issues, and
posting of unsafe buildings
Utilities Citywide survey of freshwater and waste disposal systems
PG & E Utilities Survey for condition of their transmission lines
San Luis Coastal Unified School
District Survey for condition of their facility and personnel
Caltrans Jurisdictional survey for State highways
J. San Luis Obispo County Resources
The Office of Emergency Services (OES) coordinates all requests for assistance for San Luis Obispo
County (beyond mutual aid agreements established for fire, law, medical, or public works resources). To
request assistance from San Luis Obispo County, contact the Duty Officer at 805.781.1144.
III. Hazard Assessment
The City of San Luis Obispo Hazard Identification and Analysis process used the FEMA Threat and Hazard
Identification and Risk Assessment Guide.
Responsibilities
Listed below is a general assessment that may result from a Multiple Casualty Incident. The
exact circumstances of Multiple Casualty Incident event may dictate some flexibility and
adjustments.
A. Hazard Assessment
1. Potential Threats
The potential for a Multiple Casualty Incident in the City of San Luis Obispo always exists.
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Surface Roadways
US 101 is heavily traveled with trucks, private cars, and passenger buses.
Highways 227 and 1 are regular truck routes, carries automobile traffic and tour bus traffic.
Railway
The coast route of the Union Pacific Railroad passes through the City of San Luis Obispo.
The line carries several northbound and southbound freight trains every day. Passenger
service is currently limited to one northbound and one southbound train daily.
Air
In addition to flights in and out of the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, McChesney
Field, commercial and private air traffic passes over the City of San Luis Obispo. Military
aircraft utilizes Vandenberg Air Force Base.
As a result, the potential exists for a Multiple Casualty Incident that could quickly overrun the
capabilities of the City of San Luis Obispo’s fire departments.
2. Potential Range of Impacts
A Multiple Casualty Incident that occurs in a heavily populated residential area can result in
considerable loss of life and property.
IV. Potential Impacts
The following potential emergencies that may be caused as a result of a Multiple Casualty
Incident impacting this City of San Luis Obispo are:
1. Leadership
2. Situation Reporting
3. Evacuation
4. Utilities
5. Transportation Systems
6. Communication Disruptions
7. Emergency Public Information
This Plan does not presume to predict the full range and depth of a Mass Casualty Incident. It does,
however, attempt to reflect the most accurate estimate of the nature of emergencies or complications
resulting from a Mass Casualty Incident occurring in or threatening the City of San Luis Obispo.
1. Leadership
The strain on local government and its emergency response organization to command
and coordinate the response to a Multiple Casualty Incident could be immediate, severe,
and overwhelming.
Out-of-county assistance from state, federal, mutual aid and private agencies will
probably not be needed in anything but the most extreme situations.
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2. Situation Reporting
A Multiple Casualty Incident may initiate many types of emergencies and injuries
simultaneously over a widespread area.
This overwhelm emergency resources and preclude the traditional direct response to
each emergency.
3. Evacuation
The widespread evacuation of this community based on a Multiple Casualty Incident is a
very remote possibility.
4. Utilities
Normal utility systems may be disrupted for short per iods of time because of a Multiple
Casualty Incident.
5. Transportation Systems
A Multiple Casualty Incident could disrupt normal transportation systems causing severe
traffic management problems as well as delays to response, evacuation and logistical
support.
6. Communication Disruptions
Telephone equipment, both hard wired and cell sites, could be adversely affected
primarily by overloading (calls in and out of the area), and complicated by condition of
equipment.
Essential service lines will most likely survive.
7. Emergency Public Information
During a Multiple Casualty Incident, the public will need basic emergency public
information.
This information will be provided by the City of San Luis Obispo's Public Information
Officer via:
Emergency Broadcast Messages over the Emergency Alerting System (EAS)
Social Media
AM/FM Radio Stations
Local network television
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V. Recovery
The City of San Luis Obispo has a Recovery Plan, part 4, of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Comprehensive
Disaster Leadership Plan. The following points are a short overview of items covered in more detail in
that document.
A. Re-Entry
During transition into a recovery phase, areas affected by the Multiple Casualty Incident should be
inspected to determine if they are safe for public re-entry. Based on joint concurrence by the Unified
Command Staff, state or federal representatives, re-entry will be authorized, and an Emergency Alert
System (EAS) message to that effect will be issued.
B. Demobilization
When response agencies are nearing completion of the last remaining life-safety Protective Action
Missions, and when the Emergency Services Director (City of San Luis Obispo City Manager) or the Deputy
Emergency Services Director (Assistant City Manager) determines that the disaster has entered into a
recovery phase, the command staff should develop a formal demobilization plan. Consideration should
also be given to assigning appropriate agencies to conduct short term recovery operations (e.g., debris
removal, restoration of critical facilities, utilities and communications, and tending to the needs of the
homeless and displaced, etc.)
The City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center should be downgraded as an Emergency
Operations Center. The Emergency Operations Center will then become a Recovery Operations Center
(ROC). It is desirable to attempt to restore agencies to their normal working routine and environment as
soon as possible. The Unified Command Staff, as well as other City of San Luis Obispo agencies, will be
heavily involved in short and long-term recovery operations.
C. Final Report and Activity Log
All department heads from the City of San Luis Obispo departments involved in the Multiple Casualty
Incident response will be required to complete a narrative report and a master activity log. The narrative
report briefly describes the primary responsibility, the protective action missions performed and the total
staff hours of involvement by the agency during the emergency phase of the Multiple Casualty Incident.
The master activity log documents names and times of agency personnel involved in a mission,
equipment and supplies used, and any contracts with a private vendor to support emergency operations.
Most of this information can be extrapolated from individual activity l ogs used by team leaders during
the emergency (ICS 214, Emergency Operations Center messages, Emergency Operations Center activity
logs). A copy of the narrative report and activity logs should be forwarded to the Plans Section as soon as
possible and will be part of the official record of the Multiple Casualty Incident disaster.
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VI. Plan Administration
A. Plan Adoption
This is the official City of San Luis Obispo Plan for Responding to a Multiple Casualty Incident occurring
in, or threatening, the City of San Luis Obispo. The Plan's responsibilities and authorities are effective as
indicated below.
B. Purpose
The purpose of this Plan is to establish the City of San Luis Obispo's response organization, command
authority, responsibilities, functions and interactions required to mitigate the effects of a Multiple
Casualty Incident affecting the City of San Luis Obispo. The priority of emergency response to a damaging
event shall be to minimize loss of life and property. Although focusing primarily on the City of San Luis
Obispo's response, this Plan also identifies other local, county, state, federal and private sector
responsibilities. The Plan is designed to unify all response agencies under the Incident Command System
(ICS) in order to best utilize joint resources and more effectively minimize any impacts to life and
property caused by the effects of a Multiple Casualty Incident.
C. Authorities
See the Plan Summary, for a listing of all authorities and references.
D. Scope
1. Relationship with Other Plans
This Plan, a component of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
and is primarily intended to serve as a stand-alone Multiple Casualty Incident Response Plan.
Procedures within this Plan address emergency response and short-term recovery. The City of
San Luis Obispo Multiple Casualty Incident is compatible with other city, federal, county and state
emergency response plans. Should this type of event come about as the result of another
disaster, that Disaster Plan will supersede this Plan.
2. Jurisdictional Factors
This plan encompasses the City of San Luis Obispo jurisdictional limits of the City of San Luis
Obispo. Copies of this Plan have been sent to the San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency
Services, incorporated cities, San Luis Coastal Unified School District, and locally based federal,
state and military institutions for informational and coordination purposes.
E. Revision Page
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This Section is for Plan Holders to record the posting of each Official Plan Revision made by the City of San
Luis Obispo. Please enter the revision number, revision title, page number revised date the revision was
posted and the name of the person posting the revision.
The format for numbering revisions shall be a sequential number followed by the last two digits of the
current calendar year (e.g., #1-15, #2-15, and so on). New sequential revision numbers will begin each
January 1.
Revision # Revision Title Page Number Revised Date Name
City of San Luis Obispo
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
Transportation Emergency
Air-Surface
Annex D
Developed for:
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo
Fire Department
San Luis Obispo, CA.
Developed by:
David L. Mathe
Disaster Leadership and
Preparedness Advisor
Nipomo, CA.
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FORWARD
Annex D, City of San Luis Obispo Transportation Emergency Management Plan addresses the City of San
Luis Obispo's response to a Transportation Emergency of significant proportions. Response measures
and procedures concerning the policy and operations of the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency
Organization are contained herein.
Coordinated Response
It is recognized that if a major Transportation Emergency impacts the City of San Luis Obispo and is
regional in nature, Unified Command will be responsible for coordinating the response.
ICS/SEMS/NIMS
The City of San Luis Obispo has adopted the Incident Command System (ICS), the Standardized
Emergency System (SEMS), and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) as the emergency
organization and the emergency management system for response to a Transportation Emergency
impacting the City of San Luis Obispo.
Unified Incident Command Authority
In the event of a Transportation Emergency, the Fire Chief will assume the position of Unified Incident
Commander. In the event the Fire Chief is not available, the following chain of command is provided to
identify authorized alternates to fill the City of San Luis Obispo's position as Incident Commander.
No. 1 – The Deputy Fire Chief or On-Duty on Duty Battalion Chief
No. 2 – The On-Duty Police/Fire Officer as appointed by the Fire or Police Chief
No. 3 – The On-Duty highest ranking Fire Officer or Police Officer
The Unified Incident Commander will:
Alert the San Luis Obispo City Manager as to the severity of the incident.
Emergency Operations Center Leadership
The City Manager is the Emergency Services Director. The Assistant City Manager is the Deputy
Emergency Services Director.
Persons with Access and Functional Needs
It is the intent of the City of San Luis Obispo to ensure that Persons with Functional and Access Needs
have equal services that are provided to the citizens of San Luis Obispo and are a priority during an
emergency.
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Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo Fire Department
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Transportation
Table of Contents
Section Page
Forward 2
Table of Contents 3
I. Essentials 5
A. Transportation Definitions 5
1. Transportation Emergency 5
2. Types of Transportation 5
B. Initiating Event 6
C. Transportation Plan Activation 6
D. Initial Alerting 6
II. Response 7
A. Emergency Operations Center Locations 7
B. Emergency Operations Center-Levels of Activation 7
C. Emergency Response Levels 7
D. Situation Awareness Reporting 8
E. Situation Reporting Zones 9
F. Situation Zone Responsibilities 9
G. San Luis Obispo County Resources 9
III. Hazard Assessment 10
A. Hazard Assessment 10
1. Potential Threats 10
2. Range of Damage 10
IV. Impacts 10
1. Leadership 10
2. Situation Reporting 11
3. Multiple Casualties 11
4. Hazardous Materials release 11
5. Major Fires 11
6. Evacuation 11
7. Utilities—Natural Gas—Electric—Water—Sanitation 11
8. Transportation System 11
9. Communication Disruptions 11
10. Emergency Public Information 11
11. Security 11
12. Building Inspections 12
V Recovery 12
A. Re-entry 12
B. Demobilization 12
C. Final Report and Activity Log 12
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VI. Plan Administration
A. Plan Adoption 13
B. Purpose 13
C. Authorities 13
D. Scope 13
E. Plan Revisions 14
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I. Essentials
A. Transportation Emergency Definitions
1. Transportation Emergency
A transportation emergency (semi-truck, railway, commercial or private aircraft, school bus,
commercial bus, multiple vehicle or local mass transit), either in the City of San Luis Obispo or
threatening the City of San Luis Obispo, or any major transportation event of disastrous
proportions that causes any one of the following:
Any transportation event that in the opinion of the City of San Luis Obispo Manager, Fire
Chief (or designee) Police Chief (or designee) that warrants the activation of this Plan.
Transportation incidents can cause great loss of property or life.
The greatest loss of life can occur when commercial passenger carriers such as
trains, airliners, or buses are involved.
Multiple vehicle accidents can result in many injuries and fatalities.
2. Types of Transportation
Highways
US 101 is the primary highway route . It carries truck, freight, private cars, and
passenger buses.
Highways 1 and 227 are regular truck routes, carries automobile traffic and
tour bus traffic.
Railway
The coast route of the Union Pacific Railroad passes through the City of San Luis
Obispo.
Union Pacific carries several northbound and southbound freight trains every
day.
AMTRAK service is currently offering northbound and southbound passenger
trains daily.
Air Accident
In addition to flights in and out of the San Luis Obispo County Regional
Airport, McChesney Field.
Military aircraft and commercial aircraft pass over the City of San Luis Obispo
on a daily basis.
A major air accident that occurs in a heavily populated residential area can
result in considerable loss of life and property.
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Damage assessment and relief efforts associated with a major air accident will
require support from other local governments, private organizations, and in
certain instances, from the state and federal governments.
Investigators from the National Transportation and Safety Board (NTSB) and
the San Luis Obispo County Coroner’s Office will have initial jurisdiction over
the accident area and investigations will be completed before the area is
released for debris mitigation.
The recovery operation may consist of debris removal and disposal.
B. Initiating Event
The Transportation Emergency is the initiating event that alerts the public and the City of San Luis
Obispo. The focal point for reporting a Transportation Emergency is the City of San Luis Obispo’s
Emergency Communications Center.
C. Plan Activation
If damage is confirmed and brought to the attention of the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency
Communications Center contact with the Unified Incident Commander (or authorized alternate) should
be attempted. If contact is possible, the Unified Incident Commander or alternate would be advised of
the situation, including initial damage reports.
If contact with the Unified Incident Commander or any authorized alternate cannot be made, Deputy
Fire Chief, the on-duty Fire Officer or highest-ranking Police Officer may recommend Plan activation.
D. Initial Alerting
Upon Plan activation, the San Luis Obispo Emergency Communications will notify City departments of
Plan and Emergency Operations Center activation. EOC mobilization instructions are as follows:
The on-duty dispatchers (with the assistance of on-duty support staff) will:
Notify the San Luis Obispo City Manager and all department heads and have them
report to the City’s Emergency Operations Center.
Alert all off-duty police, fire and public works personnel and have them report to
assigned work areas.
Poll police and fire units and stations for damage assessment and available resources.
Alert on-duty police and fire units and instruct them to begin Situation Reporting in the
Situation Reporting Zones (SRZ).
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II. Response
A. Emergency Operations Center Locations:
The following are the EOC locations for an emergency event. (Note: These locations may be adjusted or
changed depending on the specific circumstances of the event).
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER (EOC)
Primary: San Luis Obispo City Fire Department
2160 Santa Barbara Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Secondary: Ludwick Community Center
864 Santa Rosa Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
B. Emergency Operations Center – Levels of Activation
The number of City staff at the EOC will depend on the level of activation. The person authorizing the
activation of the EOC will determine the Level of Activation. The Emergency Services Director may
change the activation level throughout the emergency as needed. The levels of activation are:
EOC LEVEL 1
A major disaster where local resources are overwhelmed. State and/or federal resources are
required. A local emergency and a state of emergency will be proclaimed. A Presidential
Declaration of Emergency or major disaster will be requested. The EOC will be staffed to the
highest number of personnel possible or necessary.
EOC LEVEL 2
A moderate to severe emergency wherein local resources are not adequate and mutual aid may
be required on a regional or even statewide basis. A local emergency and a state of emergency
may be proclaimed. The EOC will be moderately staffed.
EOC LEVEL 3
A minor to moderate incident wherein local resources are adequate and available. A local
emergency may or may not be declared. The EOC will be minimally staffed.
Note: Upon activation of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Emergency Operations Center, contact
will be established with the County of San Luis Obispo Office of Emergency Services.
C. Emergency Response Levels
Emergency response for Transportation Emergency emergencies is broken down into three levels:
Level 1, Severe Emergency:
Total recall of all off-duty police, fire department personnel, and request the San Luis Obispo
City Manager and all department heads report to the City’s Emergency Operations Center.
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Level 2, Escalating Emergency:
Increased number of incidents due to the Transportation Emergency. On-duty crews cannot
keep up with calls however, the incident can be handl ed by calling out all off-duty public works
department employees and with the assistance of on-duty fire and police units.
Level 3, Non-Emergency:
Always in effect day-to-day routine operations. No excessive incidents. On-duty crews can
handle all calls.
D. Situation Awareness Reporting
1. General
The priority upon Plan activation is situation reporting: the process of getting a complete and
comprehensive picture of the damages caused by the event. Immediately after a Transportation
Emergency, situation reporting may be minimal. It is recognized that complete damage
intelligence may take several hours get a complete citywide assessment. Continuing situation
reporting is critically important and is the foundation on which EOC/field actions are based.
Every effort must be made to immediately initiate a field survey within a Situation Reporting
Zone (SRZ) and to gather the best available information. Report that information to the City of
San Luis Obispo EOC as soon as possible.
Situation Reports may become available from the other sources, i.e.:
General Public
News and Social Media
San Luis Obispo County Emergency Communications Center
San Luis Obispo Office of Emergency Services
City of San Luis Obispo Radio equipped field units
Caltrans
California Highway Patrol
SEMPRA (formerly known as Southern California Gas Company)
Area Medical Centers
San Luis Coastal Unified School District
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG & E)
The individual field Situation Reporting Groups within the Operations Section will conduct a field
survey of an assigned area or Situation Reporting Zone (SRZ). Early reports may include the
following:
Rescue needs (estimated number trapped)
Serious mass injuries (estimated number)
Deceased (estimated number)
Damaging Transportation Emergency
Serious hazardous material spills
Any other critical emergency or situation observed.
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E. Situation Reporting Zones
In the event of a damaging event, the City of San Luis Obispo has been organized into four Situation
Reporting Zones (SRZ’s). They are described as follows:
Zone 1: CENTRAL: is that area to the North of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane,
West of the Union Pacific railroad, South of Mill Street from Broad St. to Pepper Street and East
of Highway 101 from Madonna Road to Broad Street.
Zone 2: NORTH: Is that area to the North of Mill St. from Broad Street to Pepper Street and
North of Monterey Street from Pepper Street to Fox Hollow Road exit off Highway 101.
Zone 3: WEST: is that area that is West of Broad Street and South of the Intersection of S
Higuera Street and Bridge St.
Zone 4: EAST: is that area that is South of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane, East
of the intersection of Tank Farm Road and Santa Fe Road and East of the Union Pacific railroad
from the Meeting of Lawrence Drive and Garibaldi Avenue and South of Monterey Street
Note: Where no damage occurs within an SRZ, “no damage” reports are still required in order
to insure complete damage intelligence.
F. Situation Zone Responsibilities
DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Police Department Citywide primary survey for all damages
Fire Department Citywide survey for damage, rescue, injuries and fire
Public Works
Citywide survey for streets, facilities and, parks damage
Survey for water, wastewater, electric, broadband and solid
waste damages
Information Technology Citywide survey for communication damage
Community Development
Citywide survey of critical facilities for adverse weather-
related damage, structural damage, and posting of unsafe
buildings
Utilities Citywide survey of freshwater and waste disposal systems
PG & E Utilities Survey for condition of their transmission lines
San Luis Coastal Unified School
District Survey for condition of their facility and personnel
Caltrans Jurisdictional survey for State highways
G. San Luis Obispo County Resources
The Office of Emergency Services (OE S) coordinates all requests for assistance for San Luis Obispo
County (beyond mutual aid agreements established for fire, law, medical, or public works resources). To
request assistance from San Luis Obispo County, contact the Duty Officer at 805.781.1144.
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The American Red Cross works together with the Care and Shelter Branch to identify and establish
evacuation and general population shelter sites. In most cases the Care and Shelter Branch provides a
supporting role to the American Red Cross.
III. Hazard Assessment
The City of San Luis Obispo Hazard Identification and Analysis process used the FEMA Threat and Hazard
Identification and Risk Assessment Guide.
General Agency Responsibilities
Listed below is a general assessment that may result from a damaging Transportation. The exact
circumstances of a Transportation event may dictate some flexibility and adjustments.
A. Hazard Assessment
1. Potential Threats
The potential for a transportation emergency in the City of San Luis Obispo always
exists.
Transportation emergencies are the primary areas of concern of this annex.
The potential exists for a transportation emergency that could quickly over-run the
capabilities of both the City of San Luis Obispo’s and other local government fire
departments.
2. Potential Range of Impacts
Many Transportation emergencies cause little or no damage.
IV. Potential Impacts
The following potential impacts that may be triggered as a result of a transportation emergency
impacting this City of San Luis Obispo include:
1. Leadership
2. Situation Reporting
3. Multiple Casualties
4. Hazardous Materials Release
5. Major Fire
6. Evacuation
7. Utilities-Natural Gas-Electric-Water-Sanitation Security
8. Transportation Systems
9. Communication Disruption
10. Emergency Public Information
11. Security
12. Building Inspection
1. Leadership
The strain on local government and its emergency response organization to lead and
coordinate the response to a transportation emergency could be immediate, severe,
and overwhelming.
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Out-of-county assistance from state, federal, mutual aid and private agencies may not
be needed in anything but the most extreme situations.
2. Situation Reporting
An overall assessment and prioritization of emergencies/hazards through a centralized
means of situation reporting will be one of the first critical actions.
3. Multiple Casualties
See Annex C, Multiple Casualty Incident of this Plan for additional information.
4. Hazardous Materials Releases:
Refer to Annex B, Hazardous Materials Annex for additional information.
5. Major Fires:
Refer to Annex E, Fire Annex for additional information.
6. Evacuation
A Transportation emergency could require evacuations on a very limited basis.
7. Utilities--Natural Gas-Electric-Water-Sanitation
Normal utility systems may fail or be disrupted for short periods of time because of a
transportation emergency.
8. Transportation Systems
A transportation emergency could disrupt normal transportation systems, causing
severe traffic management problems as well as delays to response, evacuation and
logistical support.
9. Communication Disruptions
A transportation emergency may temporarily interrupt limited portions of the
telephone system in the immediate area.
Most of the telephone system will remain in service.
10. Emergency Public Information
During a transportation emergency, the public will need basic emergency public
information.
This information will be provided by the City of San Luis Obispo's Public Information
Officer via:
Emergency Broadcast Messages over the Emergency Alerting System (EAS)
Social Media
AM/FM Radio Stations
Local network television
11. Security
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Access into and out of the most highly damaged areas, mostly to ensure public safety,
will be a major consideration for law enforcement agencies.
12. Building Inspections
• Building inspections may be required.
IV. Recovery
The City of San Luis Obispo has a Recovery Plan, in the City of San Luis Obispo’s Comprehensive Disaster
Leadership Plan. The following points are a short overview of items covered in more detail in that
document.
A. Re-entry
During transition into a recovery phase, areas affected by the transportation emergency should be
inspected to determine if they are safe for public re-entry. Based on joint concurrence by the Unified
Command Staff, state or federal representatives, re-entry will be authorized, and an EAS message to
that effect will be issued.
B. Demobilization
When response agencies are nearing completion of the last remaining life-safety Protective Action
Missions, and when the Emergency Services Director (San Luis Obispo City Manager) or the Deputy
Emergency Services Director (Assistant City Manager) determines that the event has entered into a
recovery phase, the command staff should develop a formal demobilization plan. Consideration should
also be given to assigning appropriate agencies to conduct short term recovery operations.
The City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center should be downgraded as an Emergency
Operations Center. The Emergency Operations Center will then become a Recovery Operations Center
(ROC). It is desirable to attempt to restore departments to their normal working routine and
environment as soon as possible. The Unified Command Staff, as well as other City of San Luis Obispo
departments, will be heavily involved in short and long-term recovery operations.
C. Final Report and Activity Log
All department heads from the City of San Luis Obispo departments involved in the transportation
emergency response will be required to complete a narrative report and a master activity log. The
narrative report briefly describes the primary responsibility, the protective action missions performed
and the total staff hours of involvement by the agency during the emergency phase of the
transportation emergency. The master activity log documents names and times of agency personnel
involved in a mi ssion, equipment and supplies used, and any contracts with a private vendor to support
emergency operations. Most of this information can be extrapolated from individual activity logs used
by team leaders during the emergency (ICS 214, EOC messages, EOC activity logs). A copy of the
narrative report and activity logs should be forwarded to the Plans Section as soon as possible and will
be part of the official record of the transportation emergency disaster.
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VI. Plan Administration
A. Plan Adoption
This is the official San Luis Obispo City Plan for Responding to a Transportation Emergency occurring in,
or threatening, the City of San Luis Obispo. The Plan's responsibilities and authorities are effective as
indicated below.
B. Purpose
The purpose of this Plan is to establish the City of San Luis Obispo's response organization, Leadership
authority, responsibilities, functions and interactions required to mitigate the effects of a Transportation
Emergency affecting the City of San Luis Obispo. The priority of emergency response to a damaging
event shall be to minimize loss of life and property. The Plan is designed to unify all response agencies
under the Incident Command System (ICS) in order to best utilize joint resources and more effectively
minimize damage to life and property caused by the effects of a Transportation Emergency.
C. Authorities
See the Plan Summary, for a listing of all authorities and references.
D. Scope
1. Relationship with Other Plans
This Plan, a component of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan,
is primarily intended to serve as a stand-alone Transportation Emergency Response Plan.
Procedures within this Plan address emergency response and short-term recovery. The City of
San Luis Obispo Transportation Emergency Plan is compatible with federal, county and state
emergency response plans. Should this type of event come about as the result of another
disaster, that Disaster Plan will supersede this Plan.
2. Jurisdictional Factors
This plan encompasses the City of San Luis Obispo jurisdictional limits. Copies of this Plan have
been sent to the San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services, incorporated cities, San
Luis Coastal Unified School District, and locally based federal, state and military institutions for
informational and coordination purposes.
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E. Revision Page
This Section is for Plan Holders to record the posting of each Official Plan Revision made by the City of
San Luis Obispo. Please enter the revision number, the pages, the date the revision was posted, and the
name of the person posting the revision.
The format for numbering revisions shall be a sequential number followed by the last two digits of the
current calendar year (e.g., #1-15, #2-15, and so on). New sequential revision numbers will begin each
January 1.
Revision # Revision Title Page Number Revised Date Name
City of San Luis Obispo
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
Fire
ANNEX E
Developed for:
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo
Fire Department
San Luis Obispo, CA.
Developed by:
David L. Mathe
Emergency Leadership and
Preparedness Advisor
Nipomo, CA.
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Annex E, City of San Luis Obispo Fire Emergency Management Plan addresses the City of San Luis
Obispo’s response to a fire. Preparedness measures and procedures concerning the policy and
operations of the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Organization are contained herein.
Coordinated Response
It is recognized that if a fire impacts the City of San Luis Obispo and is regional in nature, Unified
Command will be responsible for coordinating the response.
ICS/SEMS/NIMS
The City of San Luis Obispo has adopted the Incident Command System (ICS), the Standardized
Emergency System (SEMS), and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) as the emergency
organization and the emergency management system for response to a damaging fire impacting the City
of San Luis Obispo.
Unified Incident Command Authority
In the event of a damaging fire, the Fire Chief will assume the position of Unified Incident Commander.
In the event the Fire Chief is not available, the following chain of command is provided to identify
authorized alternates to fill the City of San Luis Obispo’s position as Incident Commander.
No. 1 – The Deputy Fire Chief or On-Duty Fire Battalion Chief
No. 2 – The On-Duty highest ranking Fire Officer or Police Officer
No. 3-- The On-Duty Fire Officer or Police as appointed by the Fire or Police Chief
The Unified Incident Commander will:
Alert the San Luis Obispo City Manager as to the severity of the incident.
Emergency Operations Center Leadership
The City Manager is the Emergency Services Director. The Assistant City Manager is the Deputy
Emergency Services Director.
Persons with Access and Functional Needs
It is the intent of the City of San Luis Obispo to ensure that Persons with Functional and Access Needs
have equal services that are provided to the citizens of San Luis Obispo and are a priority during an
emergency.
_______________________
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo Fire Department
Date:
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Fire
Table of Contents
Section Page
Forward 2
Table of Contents 3
I. Essentials 5
A. Initiating Event 5
B. Fire Plan Activation 5
C. Initial Alerting 5
II. Response 6
A. Emergency Operations Center Locations 6
B. Emergency Operations Center-Levels of Activation 6
C. Emergency Response Levels 7
D. Situation Awareness Reporting 7
E. Situation Reporting Zones 8
F. Situation Zone Responsibilities 9
G. San Luis Obispo County Resources 9
III. Hazard Assessment 10
A. Hazard Assessment 10
IV. Potential Impacts 11
1. Leadership 11
2. Situation Reporting 11
3. Hazardous Materials 12
4. Evacuation 12
5. Utilities: Natural Gas—Electric—Water—Sanitation 12
6. Transportation System 12
7. Communication Disruptions 12
8. Emergency Public Information 13
9. Security 13
10. Donation Management 13
11. Care and Shelter 13
V. Emergency Recovery 14
A. Re-entry 14
B. Demobilization 14
C. Final Report and Activity Log 14
VI. Plan Administration 15
A. Plan Adoption 15
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B. Purpose 15
C. Authorities 15
D. Scope 15
E. Plan Revisions 16
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I. Essentials
A. Initiating Event
The fire is the initiating event that alerts the public and the City of San Luis Obispo. The focal point for
reporting initial fire damage is the City of San Luis Obispo’s Emergency Communication Center.
B. Fire Plan Activation
It is the policy of the City of San Luis Obispo that a fire, as referenced in this Plan, and in the judgment of
the City Manager, Fire Chief or Police Chief, or their designee, warrants activation of this plan.
If a fire is confirmed and is brought to the attention of the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency
Communications Center, contact with the Unified Incident Commander (or authorized alternate) should
be attempted. If contact by phone is possible, the Unified Incident Commander or alternate would be
advised of the situation (including initial damage reports) by the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency
Communications Center.
If contact with the Unified Incident Commander or any authorized alternate cannot be made, the
Deputy Fire Chief, on-duty Battalion Fire Chief or highest-ranking Police Officer may recommend Plan
activation.
Unified Command will provide leadership of a Fire with the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief or on duty
Battalion Chief providing guidance to the Unified Command Staff.
C. Initial Alerting
Upon Plan activation, the San Luis Obispo Emergency Communications will notify City departments of
Plan and Emergency Operations Center activation. EOC mobilization instructions are as follows:
The on-duty dispatchers (with the assistance of on-duty support staff) will:
Notify the San Luis Obispo City Manager and all department heads and have them
report to the City’s Emergency Operations Center.
Alert all off-duty police, fire and public works personnel and have them report to
assigned work areas.
Poll police and fire units and stations for damage assessment and available
resources.
Alert on-duty police and fire units and instruct them to begin Situation
Reporting in the Situation Reporting Zones (SRZ).
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II. Response
A. Emergency Operations Center Locations:
The following are the EOC locations for an emergency event. (Note: These locations may be adjusted or
changed depending on the specific circumstances of event).
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER (EOC)
Primary: San Luis Obispo City Fire Department
2160 Santa Barbara Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Secondary: Ludwick Community Center
864 Santa Rosa Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
B. Emergency Operations Center – Levels of Activation
The number of City staff at the EOC will depend on the level of activation. The person authorizing the
activation of the EOC will determine the Level of Activation. The Emergency Services Director can, and
should, change the activation level throughout the emergency as needed. The levels of activation are:
EOC LEVEL I
A major disaster wherein local resources are overwhelmed. State and/or federal resources are
required. A local emergency and a state of emergency will be proclaimed. A Presidential
Declaration of Emergency or major disaster will be requested. The EOC will be staffed to the
highest number of personnel possible or necessary.
EOC LEVEL II
A moderate to severe emergency wherein local resources are not adequate and mutual aid may
be required on a regional or even statewide basis. A local emergency will be proclaimed, and a
state of emergency might be proclaimed. The EOC will be moderately staffed.
EOC LEVEL III
A minor to moderate incident wherein local resources are adequate and available. A local
emergency may or may not be declared. The EOC will be minimally staffed.
Note: Upon activation of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Emergency Operations Center contact
will be established with the County of San Luis Obispo’s Emergency Operations Center.
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C. Emergency Response Levels
Emergency response for fire emergencies is broken down into three levels:
Level 1, Severe Emergency: Total recall of all off-duty police, fire department personnel, and
request the San Luis Obispo City Manager and all department heads report to the City’s
Emergency Operations Center.
Level 2, Escalating Emergency: Increased number of incidents due to a fire. On-duty crews
cannot keep up with calls. The incident can be handled by calling out all off-duty Fire
Department employees and with the assistance on-duty fire and police units.
Level 3, Non-Emergency: Always in effect day-to-day routine operations. No excessive incident
load. On-duty crews can handle all calls.
D. Situation Awareness Reporting
1. General
The priority upon plan activation is situation reporting: the process of getting a complete and
comprehensive picture of the damages caused by the event. Immediately after a damaging fire,
situation reporting may be minimal. It is recognized that complete damage intelligence may take
several hours to several days to get a complete and stable citywide assessment. Continuing
situation reporting is critically important and is the foundation on which EOC/field actions are
based. Every effort must be made to immediately initiate a field survey within a Situation
Reporting Zone (SRZ) and to gather the best available information, and report that information
through channels to the City of San Luis Obispo EOC as soon as possible.
Situation Reports may become available from the other sources, i.e.:
General Public
News and Social Media
San Luis Obispo City Emergency Communications Center
San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services
City of San Luis Obispo Radio equipped field units
Caltrans
California Highway Patrol
SEMPRA (formerly known as Southern California Gas Company)
San Luis Coastal Unified School District
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E)
Area Medical Centers
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The individual field Situation-Reporting Groups within the Operations Section will conduct a field
survey of an area or Situation-Reporting Zone (SRZ). Early reports would include the following:
Rescue needs (estimated number trapped)
Serious mass injuries (estimated number)
Deceased (estimated number)
Fires
Serious hazardous material spills
Any other critical emergency/problem observed.
E. Situation Reporting Zones
In the event of a damaging major event, the City of San Luis Obispo has been organized into three
Situation Reporting Zones (SRZ's). They are described as follows:
Zone 1: CENTRAL: is that area to the North of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane,
West of the Union Pacific railroad, South of Mill Street from Broad St. to Pepper Street and East
of Highway 101 from Madonna Road to Broad Street.
Zone 2: NORTH: Is that area to the North of Mill St. from Broad Street to Pepper Street and
North of Monterey Street from Pepper Street to Fox Hollow Road exit off Highway 101.
Zone 3: WEST: is that area that is West of Broad Street and South of the Intersection of S
Higuera Street and Bridge St.
Zone 4: EAST: is that area that is South of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane, East
of the intersection of Tank Farm Road and Santa Fe Road and East of the Union Pacific railroad
from the Meeting of Lawrence Drive and Garibaldi Avenue and South of Monterey Street
Note: Where no damage occurs within a SRZ, “no damage” reports are still required in order to
insure complete damage intelligence.
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F. Situation Zone Responsibilities
DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Police Department Citywide primary survey for all damages
Fire Department Citywide survey for damage, rescue, injuries and fire
Public Works
Citywide survey for streets, facilities and, parks damage
Survey for water, wastewater, electric, broadband and solid
waste damages
Information Technology Citywide survey for communication damage
Community Development
Citywide survey of critical facilities for adverse weather
related damage, structural damage, and posting of unsafe
buildings
Utilities Citywide survey of freshwater and waste disposal systems
PG & E Utilities Survey for condition of their transmission lines
San Luis Coastal Unified School
District Survey for condition of their facility and personnel
Caltrans Jurisdictional survey for State highways
G. San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Management
The Office of Emergency Services (OES) coordinates all requests for assistance from San Luis Obispo
County (beyond mutual aid agreements established for fire, law, medical, or public works resources). To
request assistance from San Luis Obispo County, contact the Duty Officer at 805.781.1144.
The American Red Cross works together with the Care and Shelter Branch to identify and establish
evacuation and general population shelter sites. In most cases the Care and Shelter Branch provides a
supporting role to the American Red Cross.
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III. Hazard Assessment
The City of San Luis Obispo Hazard Identification and Analysis process used the FEMA Threat and Hazard
Identification and Risk Assessment Guide.
General Agency Responsibilities
Listed below are the potential emergencies or problems resulting from a damaging fire . The exact
circumstances of the event may dictate some flexibility and adjustments.
A. Hazard Assessment
1. Potential Threats
The potential for a fire in the City of San Luis Obispo always exists. Residential, wildland-urban
interface, industrial, and commercial areas, along with transportation fires are the primary areas
of concern. The City of San Luis Obispo’s geographic location has a threat from a wildland fire.
There are several areas in the community where homes and businesses are built closely
together, providing difficult access and with very little defensible space. In addition, the
construction of many of these buildings, often wood-frame with wood siding and combustible
roofs, would offer significant fuel to a wind or topographically driven fire.
The City of San Luis Obispo has several older, un-reinforced masonry buildings and many wood
framed structures spread throughout the community. Typically, these buildings lack modern
fire protection systems and given their construction type could pose challenges for the Fire
Department. A significant number of very large buildings can be found in the commercial and
industrial areas of the City of San Luis Obispo.
As a result, the potential exists for a fire that could quickly over-run the capabilities of both the
City of San Luis Obispo’s and other local government fire departments.
2. Potential Range of Impacts
Structure fires and wildland-urban interface fires could have a significant fiscal impact on the
City of San Luis Obispo.
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IV. Potential Impacts
This Section does not presume to predict the full range and depth of fire impacts.
The following potential emergencies that may be caused as a result of a light to heavy damage fire
impacting this City of San Luis Obispo include:
1. Leadership
2. Situation Reporting
3. Hazardous Materials
4. Evacuation
5. Utilities: Natural Gas, Electric, Water, Sanitation
6. Transportation Systems
7. Communication Disruptions
8. Emergency Public Information
9. Security
10. Hazardous Materials
10. Donation Management
11. Care and Shelter
These impacts are discussed in detail below are a basis for response to a fire. This Plan does not
presume to predict the full range and depth of fire consequences. It does, however, attempt to reflect
the most accurate estimate of the nature of impacts resulting from a fire occurring in, or threatening the
City of San Luis Obispo.
1. Leadership
The strain on local government and its emergency response organization to command
and coordinate the response to a fire could be immediate, severe, and overwhelming.
Initial out-of-county assistance will probably not occur within the first 24 hours.
Full assistance from out of county departments may not arrive until well after the first
72 hours.
San Luis Obispo must presume that they will essentially be on their own, with only local
surviving resources, for 72 hours.
2. Situation-Reporting
A fire may initiate many types of emergencies and damages simultaneously over a
widespread area.
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An overall assessment and prioritization of emergencies through a centralized means of
situation reporting will be one of the first critical actions taken by the City of San Luis
Obispo.
On-duty radio-equipped public safety and public works units may be the only means
available to provide an initial survey of field areas and report damage information back
to the City of San Luis Obispo’s Emergency Communications Center.
3. Hazardous Materials Releases:
Refer to Annex B, Hazardous Materials Annex for additional information.
4. Evacuation
The widespread evacuation of this community based on a wildland fire threat is a very
remote possibility.
A large structure fire may require evacuations on a very limited basis.
5. Utilities: Natural Gas, Electricity, Water, Sanitation
Normal utility systems may fail or be disrupted for short periods of time because of a
fire.
Loss of electrical power would primarily be from breakage of overhead wires caused by
fire damage to the power poles and lines.
Water line breakage should be anticipated at structures damaged by fire.
Leaks and breaks along main distribution lines may also occur, caused by the heavy
flows required for firefighting operations.
Heavy demand on pump stations and storage facilities can be anticipated.
6. Transportation Systems
A fire could disrupt normal transportation systems as well as delaying to a fire.
7. Communication Disruptions
A fire may disable portions of the telephone system.
Telephone equipment, both hard wired and cell sites, could be adversely affected,
primarily by overloading by physical damage and condition of equipment.
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Essential service lines will most likely survive and can typically be relied upon in
implementing this Plan.
8. Emergency Public Information
During a fire, the public will need basic emergency public information.
This information will be provided by the City of San Luis Obispo's Public Information
Officer via:
Emergency Broadcast Messages over the Emergency Alerting System (EAS)
Social Media
Audio Media
Visual Media
9. Security
Access into and out of the most highly damaged areas, mostly to ensure public safety,
will be a major consideration for law enforcement departments.
10. Donation Management
The local Salvation Army and/or Faith Based Organization may aid in receiving,
inventorying and distributing volunteer donations of food, clothing, water, etc.
11. Care and Shelter
Some displaced persons may be self-sufficient in nature.
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V. Emergency Recovery
The City of San Luis Obispo has a Recovery Plan, part 4, of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Comprehensive
Disaster Leadership Plan. The following points are a short overview of items covered in more detail in
that document.
A. Re-Entry
During transition into a recovery phase, areas affected by the fire should be inspected to determine if
they are safe for public re-entry. Based on joint concurrence by the Unified Command Staff, state or
federal representatives, re-entry will be authorized, and an EAS message to that effect will be issued.
B. Demobilization
When response departments are nearing completion of the last remaining life-safety Protective Action
Missions, and when the Emergency Services Director (San Luis Obispo City Manager) or the Deputy
Emergency Services Director (Assistant City Manager) determines that the disaster has entered into a
recovery phase, the command staff should develop a formal demobilization plan. Consideration should
also be given to assigning appropriate departments to conduct short term recovery operations (e.g.,
debris removal, restoration of critical facilities, utilities and communications, and tending to the needs
of the homeless and displaced, etc.)
The City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center should be downgraded as an Emergency
Operations Center. The Emergency Operations Center will then become a Recovery Operations Center
(ROC). It is desirable to attempt to restore departments to their normal working routine and
environment as soon as possible. The Unified Command Staff, as well as other City of San Luis Obispo
departments, will be heavily involved in short and long-term recovery operations.
C. Final Report and Activity Log
All department heads from the City of San Luis Obispo departments involved in the fire response will be
required to complete a narrative report and a master activity log. The narrative report briefly describes
the primary responsibility, the protective action missions performed and the total staff hours of
involvement by the agency during the emergency phase of the fire. The master activity log documents
names and times of agency personnel involved in a mission, equipment and supplies used, and any
contracts with a private vendor to support emergency operations. Most of this information can be
extrapolated from individual activity logs used by team leaders during the emergency (ICS 214,
Emergency Operations Center messages, Emergency Operations Center activity logs). A copy of the
narrative report and activity logs should be forwarded to the Plans Section as soon as possible and will
be part of the official record of the fire disaster.
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VI. Plan Administration
A. Plan Adoption
This is the official San Luis Obispo City Plan for Responding to a fire occurring in, or threatening, the
City of San Luis Obispo. The Plan's responsibilities and authorities are effective as indicated below.
B. Purpose
The purpose of this Plan is to establish the City of San Luis Obispo's response organization, command
authority, responsibilities, functions and interactions required to mitigate the effects of a fire affecting
the City of San Luis Obispo. The priority of emergency response to a damaging event shall be to
minimize loss of life and property. The Plan is designed to unify all response departments under the
Incident Command System (ICS) in order to best utilize joint resources and more effectively minimize
damage to life and property caused by the effects of a fire.
C. Authorities
See the Plan Summary for a listing of all authorities and references.
D. Scope
1. Relationship with Other Plans
This Plan, a component of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
and is primarily intended to serve as a stand-alone Fire Response Plan. Procedures within this
Plan address emergency response and short-term recovery. The City of San Luis Obispo
Earthquake Plan is compatible with federal, county and state emergency response plans.
Should this type of event come about as the result of another disaster, that Disaster Plan will
supersede this Plan.
2. Jurisdictional Factors
This plan encompasses the City of San Luis Obispo jurisdictional limits of the City of San Luis
Obispo. Copies of this Plan have been sent to the San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency
Management, incorporated cities, San Luis Obispo Unified School District, and locally based
federal, state and military institutions for informational and coordination purposes.
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E. Revision Page
This Section is for Plan Holders to record the posting of each Official Plan Revision made by the City of
San Luis Obispo. Please enter the revision number, the pages, the date the revision was posted, and the
name of the person posting the revision.
Revision # Revision Title Page Number Revised Date Name
City of San Luis Obispo
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter
Annex F
Developed for:
Deanna Cantrell
Police Chief
City of San Luis Obispo
Police Department
San Luis Obispo, CA.
Prepared by:
David L. Mathe
Disaster Leadership and
Preparedness Advisor
Nipomo, CA.
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Annex F, the City of San Luis Obispo Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event Emergency
Management Plan addresses the City of San Luis Obispo's response to a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-
Active Shooter Event. Response measures and procedures concerning the policy and operations of the
City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Organization are contained herein.
Coordinated Response
It is recognized that if a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event impacts the City of San Luis
Obispo and is regional in nature, Unified Command will be charged with coordinating the response.
ICS/SEMS/NIMS
The City of San Luis Obispo has adopted the Incident Command System (ICS), the Standardized Emergency
System (SEMS), and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) as the emergency organization and
the emergency management system for response to a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event.
Unified Incident Command Authority
In the event of a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event, the Police Chief will assume the
position of Unified Incident Commander. If the Police Chief is not available, the following chain of
command is provided to identify authorized alte rnates to fill the City of San Luis Obispo's position as
Incident Commander.
No. 1 – The On-Duty Senior Law Enforcement
No. 2 – On-Duty Police Officer/Battalion Fire Chief or Deputy Fire Chief
No. 3 – The On-Duty highest ranking Police Officer or Fire Officer
The Unified Incident Commander will:
Alert the San Luis Obispo City Manager as to the severity of the incident.
Emergency Operations Center Leadership
The City Manager is the Emergency Services Director. The Assistant City Manager is the Deputy
Emergency Services Director.
Persons with Access and Functional Needs
It is the intent of the City of San Luis Obispo to ensure that Persons with Functional and Access Needs
have equal services that are provided to the citizens of San Luis Obispo and are a priority.
Deanna Cantrell
Police Chief
City of San Luis Obispo Police Department
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Table of Contents
Section Page
Forward 2
Table of Contents 3
I. Essentials 5
A. Definition 5
B. Initiating Event 5
C. Plan Activation 5
D. Initial Alerting 5
II. Response 6
A. Emergency Operations Center Locations 6
B. Emergency Operations Center-Levels of Activation 6
C. Emergency Response Levels 7
D. Situation Awareness Reporting 7
E. Situation Reporting Zones 8
F. Situation Reporting Responsibilities 8
G. San Luis Obispo County Resources 9
III. Incident Support
A. Response to Families and Victims
B. Reunification
C. Family and Victim Support
IV. Hazard Assessment 9
A. Hazard Assessment 9
V. Potential Impacts 9
1. Leadership 10
2. Situation Reporting 10
3. Multiple Casualties 10
4. Fires 10
5. Evacuations 10
6. Utility Disruptions 11
7. Effects on Transportation Systems 11
8. Communication Disruptions 11
9. Emergency Public Information 11
10. Security 11
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VI. Emergency Recovery 12
A. Re-entry 12
B. Demobilization 12
C. Final Report and Activity Log 12
VII. Plan Administration 13
A. Plan Adoption 13
B. Purpose 13
C. Authorities 13
D. Scope 13
E. Revision Page 14
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I. Essentials
High density event-oriented populations occur at various times throughout the year in the City of San Luis
Obispo. The prospect of a large concentration of individuals who are of a mindset to cause a civil
disturbance is a real possibility. The threat of a civil disturbance from the local population is a possibility.
The handling of any civil disturbance-terrorism-active shooter is very delicate in nature. Actions in
response to a civil disturbance should attempt to prevent an escalation of the situation and to protect
people and property. Constantly evaluate the situation and respond at a level necessary to control or
mitigate confrontations.
A. Definitions
Civil Disturbance
According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), civil disturbance is "a civil unrest
activity such as a demonstration, riot, or strike that disrupts a community and requires intervention to
maintain public safety." Civil disturbance or unrest can cause a variety of subsequent issues such as
violence and assault, disorderly conduct, vandalism, or larceny.
Terrorism
FEMA definition of Terrorism: “Terrorism is the use of force or violence against persons or property in
violation of the criminal laws of the United States for purposes of intimidation, coercion, or ransom.”
High density event-oriented populations occur at various times throughout the year in the City of San Luis
Obispo. Individuals who are of a mindset to cause a terrorist event are a real possibility. The threat of a
terrorist event from the local population is a possibility.
Active Shooter
The frequency of active shooter incidents has increased in recent years, and these incidents have affected
numerous places where citizens congregate, such as schools, workplaces, places of worship, shopping
malls, public meetings, and movie theaters. An active shooter is an individual or individuals actively
engaged in killing or attempting to kill people. There is no pattern or method to the selection of victims.
Active shooter situations are dynamic and quickly evolve.
B. Initiating Event
A Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event is the initiating event that alerts the public the City of
San Luis Obispo. The focal point for reporting these types of events is the City of San Luis Obispo
Emergency Communications Center.
C. Plan Activation
The policy of the City of San Luis Obispo that a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event, as
referenced in this Plan, in the judgment of the City Manager, Police Chief, Fire Chief, or their designee,
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warrants activation of this plan.
If damage is confirmed and brought to the attention of the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency
Communications Center, contact with the Unified Incident Commander (or authorized alternate) should
be attempted. If contact is possible, the Unified Incident Commander or alternate would be advised of the
situation, including initial damage reports.
If contact with the Unified Incident Commander or any authorized alternate cannot be made, the on-duty
highest ranking Police Officer or the Deputy Chief or on Duty Battalion Chief ay recommend Plan
activation.
D. Initial Alerting
Upon Plan activation, the San Luis Obispo Emergency Communications will notify City departments of
Plan and Emergency Operations Center activation. EOC Mobilization instructions are as follows:
The on-duty dispatchers (with the assistance of on-duty support staff) will:
Notify the San Luis Obispo City Manager and all department heads and have them
report to the City’s Emergency Operations Center.
Alert all off-duty police and fire personnel and have them report to assigned work areas.
Poll police and fire units and stations for damage assessment and available resources.
Alert on-duty police and fire units and instruct them to begin Situation Reporting in the
Situation Reporting Zones (SRZ).
II. Response
A. Emergency Operations Center Locations
The following are the EOC locations for an emergency event. (Note: These locations may be adjusted or
changed depending on the specific circumstances of the event).
EMERGENCY OPEATIONS CENTER (EOC)
Primary: San Luis Obispo City Fire Department
2160 Santa Barbara Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Secondary: Ludwick Community Center
864 Santa Rosa Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
B. Emergency Operations Center – Levels of Activation
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The number of City staff at the EOC will depend on the level of activation. The person authorizing the
activation of the EOC will determine the Level of Activation. The Emergency Services Director or Deputy
Emergency Services Director may change the activation level throughout the emergency as needed. The
levels of activation are:
EOC LEVEL 1
A major disaster wherein local resources are overwhelmed. State and/or federal resources are
required. A local emergency and a state of emergency will be proclaimed. A Presidential
Declaration of Emergency or major disaster will be requested. The EOC will be staffed to the
highest number of personnel possible or necessary.
EOC LEVEL 2
A moderate to severe emergency wherein local resources are not adequate and mutual aid may
be required on a regional or even statewide basis. A local emergency will be proclaimed, and a
state of emergency might be proclaimed. The EOC will be moderately staffed.
EOC LEVEL 3
A minor to moderate incident wherein local resources are adequate and available. A local
emergency may or may not be declared. The EOC will be minimally staffed.
Note: Upon activation of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Emergency Operations Center, contact
will be established with the County of San Luis Obispo Office of Emergency Services.
C. Emergency Response Levels
Emergency response for a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event is broken down into
three levels:
Level 1, Severe Emergency: Total recall of all off-duty police, fire department personnel, and
request the San Luis Obispo City Manager and all department heads report to the City’s
Emergency Operations Center.
Level 2, Escalating Emergency: Increased number of incidents due to a Civil Disturbance-
Terrorism-Active Shooter Event. On-duty crews cannot keep up with calls. The incident can
be handled by calling out all off-duty Police Department employees and with the assistance
on-duty fire and police units.
Level 3, Non-Emergency: Always in effect day-to-day routine operations. No excessive
incident loads. On-duty crews can handle all calls.
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D. Situation Awareness Reporting
1. General
The priority upon plan activation is situation reporting: the process of receiving a complete and
comprehensive picture of the damages caused by the event. Immediately after a Civil Disturbance-
Terrorism-Active Shooter Event, situation reporting may be minimal. It is recognized that
complete damage intelligence may take several hours to get a complete and stable citywide
assessment. Continuing situation reporting is critically important and is the foundation on which
EOC/field actions are based every effort must be made to immediately initiate a field survey
within a Situation Reporting Zone (SRZ) and to report that information to the City of San Luis
Obispo EOC as soon as possible.
Situation Reports may become available from the other sources, i.e.:
General Public
News and Social Media
San Luis Obispo County Emergency Communications Center
San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services
City of San Luis Obispo Radio equipped field units
Caltrans
California Highway Patrol
SEMPRA (formerly known as Southern California Gas Company)
San Luis Coastal Unified School District
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG & E)
Ares Medical Centers
The individual field Situation Reporting Groups within the Operations Section will conduct a field survey of
an area or Situation Reporting Zone (SRZ). Early reports may include the following:
Rescue needs (estimated number trapped)
Serious mass injuries (estimated number)
Dead (estimated number)
Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event damages
Any other critical emergency or situation observed.
E. Situation Reporting Zones
In the event of an event, the City of San Luis Obispo has been organized into four Situation Reporting
Zones (SRZ’s). They are described as follows:
Zone 1: CENTRAL: is that area to the North of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane,
West of the Union Pacific railroad, South of Mill Street from Broad St. to Pepper Street and East of
Highway 101 from Madonna Road to Broad Street.
Zone 2: NORTH: Is that area to the North of Mill St. from Broad Street to Pepper Street and North
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of Monterey Street from Pepper Street to Fox Hollow Road exit off Highway 101.
Zone 3: WEST: is that area that is West of Broad Street and South of the Intersection of S Higuera
Street and Bridge St.
Zone 4: EAST: is that area that is South of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane, East
of the intersection of Tank Farm Road and Santa Fe Road and East of the Union Pacific railroad
from the Meeting of Lawrence Drive and Garibaldi Avenue and South of Monterey Street
Note: Where no damage occurs within a SRZ, “no damage” reports are still required in order to insure
complete damage intelligence.
F. Situation Zone Responsibilities
DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Police Department Citywide primary survey for all damages
Fire Department Citywide survey for damage, rescue, injuries and fire
Public Works
Citywide survey for streets, facilities and, parks damage
Survey for water, wastewater, electric, broadband and solid
waste damages
Information Technology Citywide survey for communication damage
Community Development
Citywide survey of critical facilities for adverse weather
related damage, structural damage, and posting of unsafe
buildings
Utilities Citywide survey of freshwater and waste disposal systems
PG & E Utilities Survey for condition of their transmission lines
San Luis Coastal Unified School
District
Survey for condition of their facility and personnel
Caltrans Jurisdictional survey for State highways
G. San Luis Obispo County Resources
The Office of Emergency Services (OES) coordinates all requests for assistance from San Luis Obispo
County (beyond mutual aid agreements established for fire, law, medical, or public works resources). To
request assistance from San Luis Obispo County, contact the Duty Officer at 805.781.1144.
The American Red Cross works together with the Care and Shelter Branch to identify and establish
evacuation and general population shelter sites. In most cases the Care and Shelter Branch provides a
supporting role to the American Red Cross.
III. Incident Support
Once the incident has been stabilized and is no longer a threat, and Law Enforcement have evacuated the
wounded, human resources and/or leadershipt should engage in post-event assessments. Including but
not limited to:
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accounting for all individuals at one or more designated assembly points to determine
who, if anyone, is missing or potentially injured.
coordinating with first responders to account for any occupants who were not
evacuated.
determining the best methods for notifying families of individuals affected by the active
shooter, including notification of any casualties in coordination with Law Enforcement.
assessing the psychological state of individuals at the scene and referring them to health
care specialists accordingly.
Response to Victims and Families
Victim and family support is a critical component to ensuring a successful overall response to a critical
incident. It is important to ensure the response is coordinated through each phase including the
immediate response, transition process, and post-crisis support in a way that integrates into the
investigative and operational response.
Coordination with local resources is critical to ensure a smooth provision of services throughout the
longevity of the event.
Account and adjust to meet the needs of the victim/family and the dynamics of the situation. Some
considerations include (but are not limited to):
information
victim identification
family response management teams
communications
Resource coordination
Reunification
Where the immediate reunification of loved ones is not possible, providing family members with timely,
accurate, and relevant information is paramount.
Having family members wait for long periods of time for information about their loved ones not only adds
to their stress and frustration, but can also escalate the emotions of the entire group.
When families are reunited, it is critical that there are child release processes in place where minors might
be involved (e.g., childcare or discharged patients) to ensure that no child is released to an unauthorized
person, even if that person is well-meaning.
Essential steps to help establish trust and provide family members with a sense of control can be
accomplished by identifying a safe location separate from distractions and/or media and the general
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public, but close enough to allow family members to feel connected in proximity to their children/loved
ones;
scheduling periodic updates even if no additional information is available
being prepared to speak with family members about what to expect when reunited with
their loved ones.
ensuring effective communication with those who have language barriers or need other
accommodations, such as American Sign Language interpreters for deaf or hard of hearing
family members
When reunification is not possible because an individual is missing, injured, or killed, how and when this
information is provided to families is critical. Before an emergency, it must determined how, when, and
by whom family members/representatives will be informed if their loved one is missing or has been
injured or killed. Law Enforcement typically takes the lead on death notifications related to criminal
activity. This will ensure that families and loved ones receive accurate and timely information in a
compassionate way.
While Law Enforcement and medical examiner procedures must be followed, families should receive
accurate information as soon as possible. In cases where an individual has been killed, describe the
importance of processing the scene for forensic, investigative purposes and to ensure accurate
identification of victims. It is best to avoid making promises that cannot be kept with regard to timing of
identification and release of victims’ remains. Crisis responders should be on hand to immediately assist
family members.
Victim and Family Support
Victims and their families need the availability of a support system.
Victim identification is an opportunity for Law Enforcement to interact in a compassionate way with
victims, families. Death notification is a major interaction between the family members and Law
Enforcement, as well as the management of personal effects, both evidentiary and non-evidentiary.
Identifying victims is a predictable challenge. An incident can result in injured, missing/deceased, walking
wounded, and eyewitnesses who may be identified as victims. The victim identification process is likely to
be drawn out when victim remains are disfigured, severely damaged, or fragmented. Victim populations
tend to be diverse, which creates an opportunity to plan for multi-cultural issues, language barriers,
foreign citizens, injured victims and other special populations and those citizens with Functional and
Access Needs.
Death notification should be done in teams (Law Enforcement and victim services provider). How these
issues and death notification are handled has a major impact on families, as well as their relationship to
officials and their perception of responding agencies.
Management of victim/family response is a challenge. The National Transportation Safety Board estimates
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that an average of eight to twelve family members for each missing victim will respond to the incident
location. Victims and families will begin asking about personal belongings. For the families of the deceased
these items assume special significance as they are among the last things their loved ones touched and
help maintain a physical connection when it is needed most.
The needs of victims and the responsibilities for addressing these needs develop along a continuum
to include:
the immediate aftermath
identifying victims and providing initial information and support
transition to services that help stabilize victims and families
long-term provision of information and support associated with long investigations
and possible prosecutions
IV. Hazard Assessment
The City of San Luis Obispo Hazard Identification and Analysis process used the FEMA Threat and Hazard
Identification and Risk Assessment Guide.
General Agency Responsibilities
Listed below are the potential threats and impact of situations resulting from a Civil Disturbance-
Terrorism-Active Shooter Event. The exact circumstances of the event may dictate some flexibility and
adjustments.
A. Hazard Assessment
1. Potential Threats
The threat to the public, Law E nf orcement and safety personnel can be severe and bold in nature.
Securing of essential facilities and services is necessary.
2. Potential Impacts
Damage possibilities range from the loss of life, multiple casualties, significant property damage
from fire and looting, or the loss of infrastructure (electric and water systems).
Looting and fires can take place as a res ult of perceived or actual non-intervention by authorities
and could take place in both commercial and residential areas of the City of San Luis Obispo. The
setting of fires is a common occurrence in these types of events. Major structure fires or
conflagrations are a real threat as fire suppression efforts will often be hindered
V. Potential Impacts
The following potential situations that may be caused as a result of a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active
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Shooter Event impacting this City of San Luis Obispo include:
1. Leadership
2. Situation Reporting
3. Multiple Casualties
4. Fires
5. Evacuation
6. Utility Disruptions
7. Effects on Transportation Systems
8. Communication Disruptions
9. Emergency Public Information
10. Security
These emergencies are discussed in general and are a basis for response to a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-
Active Shooter Event. This Plan does not presume to predict the full range and depth of Civil Disturbance-
Terrorism-Active Shooter Event consequences. It does, however, attempt to reflect the most accurate
estimate of the nature of emergencies or problems resulting from a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active
Shooter Event occurring in or threatening the City of San Luis Obispo.
1. Leadership:
The strain on local government and its emergency response organization to command
and coordinate the response to a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event could
be immediate, severe, and overwhelming.
During a large event of this type, the City of San Luis Obispo and County of San Luis
Obispo may establish their command post together.
2. Situation Reporting:
A Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event may trigger many different types of
emergencies and damages simultaneously over a widespread area.
An overall assessment and prioritization of emergencies/hazards through a centralized
means of situation reporting will be one of the first critical actions.
On-duty radio-equipped public safety and public services units may be the only means
available to provide an initial survey of field areas and report damage information back to
the City of San Luis Obispo’s Communications Center
Due to several factors (massive damage, limited personnel, transportation disruptions,
communications overload, etc.), a complete situation reporting picture may take several
hours to several days.
3. Multiple Casualties:
See Annex C, Multiple Casualty Incident of this Plan for additional information.
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4. Fires:
Refer to Annex E, Fire Annex for additional information.
5. Evacuation:
Threatened areas of the City of San Luis Obispo may require evacuation to minimize
injury and loss of life, and to allow emergency responders to operate without
interference.
Voluntary evacuation may be hampered due to communications problems, the loss of
good judgment by some segments of the public, and the tendency of some people to
want to stay and defend their homes.
The Unified Command will need to balance several factors when developing evacuation
plans:
a) Severity of threat
b) Time of day
c) Type of threat
d) Availability of emergency workers
6. Utility Disruptions:
Loss of utilities would primarily be from some sort of disruption of the main delivery
systems which could be extensive.
7. Effects on Transportation Systems:
A Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event could disrupt normal transportation
systems causing severe traffic management problems as well as delays to response,
evacuation and logistical support.
8. Communication Disruptions:
A Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event may damage some portions of the
telephone system in the immediate area or be regional in nature.
Telephone equipment, both hard wired and cell sites, could be adversely affected
primarily by overloading and complicated by physical damage.
Effective radio communications may require the augmentation of Amateur Emergency
Radio Services personnel and the use of "car to car" relay systems.
In the absence of emergency power to some agency base stations, portable radios may
be the only available means of radio communications.
9. Emergency Public Information:
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During a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event, the public will need basic
emergency public information.
This information will be provided by the City of San Luis Obispo's Public Information
Officer via:
Emergency Broadcast Messages over the Emergency Alerting System (EAS)
Social Media
AM/FM Radio Stations
Local Network Television
10. Security:
• Looting can be anticipated to be a major problem or consideration requiring security.
• Security to control access into and out of the most highly damaged areas will be a major
consideration for Law Enforcement departments.
VI. Recovery
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The City of San Luis Obispo has a Recovery Plan, in the City of San Luis Obispo’s Comprehensive Disaster
Leadership Plan. The following points are a short overview of items covered in more detail in that
document.
A. Re-Entry
During transition into a recovery phase, areas affected by the Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter
Event should be inspected to determine if they are safe for public re-entry. Based on joint concurrence by
the Unified Command Staff, state or federal representatives, re-entry will be authorized, and a Public
Information message to that effect will be issued.
B. Demobilization
When response departments are nearing completion of the last remaining life-safety Protective Action
Missions, and when the Emergency Services Director (San Luis Obispo City Manager) or the Deputy
Director of Emergency Services (Assistant City Manager) determines that the disaster has entered into a
recovery phase, the command staff should develop a formal demobilization plan. Consideration should
also be given to assigning appropriate departments to conduct short term recovery operations (e.g.,
debris removal, restoration of critical facilities, utilities and communications, and tending to the needs of
the displaced, etc.)
The City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center should be downgraded as an Emergency
Operations Center. The Emergency Operations Center will then become a Recovery Operations Center
(ROC). It is desirable to attempt to restore departments to their normal working routine and environment
as soon as possible. The Unified Command Staff, as well as other City of San Luis Obispo departments, will
be heavily involved in short and long-term recovery operations.
C. Final Report and Activity Log
All department heads from the City of San Luis Obispo departments involved in the Civil Disturbance-
Terrorism-Active Shooter Event response will be required to complete a narrative report and a master
activity log. The narrative report briefly describes the primary responsibility, the protective action
missions performed and the total staff hours of involvement by the agency during the emergency phase of
the Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event. The master activity log documents names and times
of agency personnel involved in a mission, equipment and supplies used, and any contracts with a private
vendor to support emergency operations. Most of this information can be extrapolated from individual
activity logs used by team leaders during the emergency (ICS 214, EOC messages, EOC activity logs). A
copy of the narrative report and activity logs should be forwarded to the Plans Section as soon as possible
and will be part of the official record of the Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event disaster.
VII. Plan Administration
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A. Plan Adoption
This is the official San Luis Obispo City Plan for Responding to a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter
Event occurring in, or threatening, the City of San Luis Obispo. The Plan's responsibilities and authorities
are effective as indicated below.
B. Purpose
The purpose of this Plan is to establish the City of San Luis Obispo's response organization, command
authority, responsibilities, functions and interactions required to mitigate the effects of a Civil
Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event affecting the City of San Luis Obispo. The priority of
emergency response to these types of events shall be to minimize loss of life and property. The Plan is
designed to unify all response departments under the Incident Command System (ICS) in order to best
utilize joint resources and more effectively minimize damage to life and property caused by the effects of
a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event.
C. Authorities
See the Basic Plan, for a listing of all authorities and references.
D. Scope
1. Relationship with Other Plans
This Plan is primarily intended to serve as a stand-alone response Plan for all effects associated
with a Civil Disturbance-Terrorism-Active Shooter Event. Procedures within this Plan solely
address emergency response and short-term recovery. The Plan is compatible with other city,
county and state emergency response plans.
2. Jurisdictional Factors
This plan encompasses the jurisdictional limits of the City of San Luis Obispo. Copies of this Plan
have been sent to the San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Management, incorporated
cities, San Luis Obispo Unified School District, and locally based federal, state and military
institutions for informational and coordination purposes.
E. Revision Page
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This Section is for Plan Holders to record the posting of each Official Plan Revision made by the City of San
Luis Obispo. Please enter the revision number, revision title, page number revised date the revision was
posted and the name of the person posting the revision.
The format for numbering revisions shall be a sequential number followed by the last two digits of the current calendar year (e.g., #1-15, #2-15, and so on). New sequential revision numbers will begin each January 1.
Revision # Revision Title Page Number Revised Date Name
City of San Luis Obispo
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response Plan
Annex G
Developed for:
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo
Fire Department
San Luis Obispo, CA.
Developed by:
David L. Mathe
Emergency Leadership and
Preparedness Advisor
Nipomo, CA
FORWARD
Annex G, City of San Luis Obispo Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response Plan addresses the City of San Luis
Obispo's response to a Nuclear Power Plant event. Preparedness measures and procedures concerning the policy
and operations of the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Organization are contained herein.
Coordinated Response
It is recognized that if a Nuclear Power Plant event impacts the City of San Luis Obispo and is regional in nature,
Unified Command will be responsible for coordinating the response.
ICS/SEMS/NIMS
The City of San Luis Obispo has adopted the Incident Command System (ICS), the Standardized Emergency System
(SEMS), and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) as the emergency organization and the emergency
management system for response to a Nuclear Power Plant event impacting the City of San Luis Obispo.
Unified Incident Command Authority
In the event of a Nuclear Power Plant Incident, the Fire Chief will assume the position of Unified Incident Commander.
In the event the Fire Chief is not available, the following chain of command is provided to identify authorized
alternates to fill the City of San Luis Obispo's position as Incident Commander.
No. 1 – The Deputy Fire Chief or On Battalion Fire Chief
No. 2 – The On-Duty Police/Fire Person as appointed by the Fire or Police Chief
No. 3 – The On-Duty highest ranking Fire Officer or Police Officer
The Unified Incident Commander will:
Alert the San Luis Obispo City Manager as to the severity of the incident.
Emergency Operations Center Leadership
The City Manager is the Emergency Services Director. The Assistant City Manager is the Deputy Emergency
Services Director
Plan Authentication
This Plan was developed by the County of San Luis Obispo and has been approved. This plan is hereby incorporated as
the City of San Luis Obispo procedure to dealing with Nuclear Power Plant emergencies impacting the City of San Luis
Obispo.
Persons with Access and Functional Needs
It is the intent of the City of San Luis Obispo to ensure that Persons with Functional and Access Needs have equal
services that are provided to the citizens of San Luis Obispo and are a priority during an emergency.
_______________________
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo Fire Department
Date:
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY/CITIES
NUCLEAR POWER PLANT EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN
REVISION DATE:
JANUARY 2014
San Luis Obispo County
Office of Emergency Services
San Luis Obispo County/Cities
Administrative Plan
Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response Plan
January 2014
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
REVISION PAGE
REVISION DATE
Original Document August 1982
Rev. 1 December 1982
Rev. 2 January 1984
Rev. 3 March 1985
Rev. 4 March 1986
Rev. 5 July 1987
Rev. 6 October 1988
Rev. 7 February 1990
Rev. 8 March 1991
Rev. 9 July 1991
Rev. 10 August 1994
Rev. 11 October 2006
Administrative Revision November 2009
Administrative Revision, Rev. 12 July 2010
Administrative Revision, Rev. 13 August 2012
Administrative Rev. 14 January 2014
San Luis Obispo County/Cities
Administrative Plan
Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response Plan
January 2014
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FOREWORD
This San Luis Obispo County/Cities Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response Plan (NPP ERP)
outlines the authorities, concepts, and operating procedures for responding to potential
radiological emergency situations in San Luis Obispo County that may occur at the Diablo
Canyon Power Plant.
The Plan's objectives are to facilitate the command and control of offsite (the term “offsite” is a
standard emergency management term that references the area near a nuclear power plant but
outside the boundaries of the plant itself) radiological emergency operations and to enhance the
County's preparedness in initiating protective actions for the general public in the event of
radiation releases at the Diablo Canyon Power Plant. Emergency procedures to manage
radiological emergencies at the Power Plant site itself are prepared by the Plant operator and are
covered in a separate Emergency Plan. 1
The Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response Plan is a component of the San Luis Obispo
County Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). The EOP is the county’s master emergency plan and
provides authorities and guidance to the overall emergency management and planning system for
the county. Authorities and procedures outlined in the EOP also carry over to the NPP
Emergency Response Plan.
The Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response Plan itself is actually made up of three parts:
Part One is the Administrative Plan which provides an overview of the potential hazards from a
nuclear power plant, describes the emergency planning process, and provides information on
how the overall emergency management system related to nuclear power plant response
preparedness works.
Part Two is no longer needed as it contained reference material that is now contained and
updated in the various Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in Part Three.
Part Three is actually made up of about between fifty and sixty separate “Standard Operating
Procedures” (SOPs) which provide emergency response guidelines for various agencies or other
entities that would have a role in responding to emergency response related to Diablo Canyon.
These SOPs are essentially used as standalone response procedures for agencies such as schools,
California Highway Patrol, Sheriff’s Department, County Fire and many other entities with a
role in a Diablo Canyon emergency response.
In addition to providing guidance for emergency response to a nuclear power plant incident, both
the County Emergency Operations Plan and the NPP ERP provide for “continuity of operations”
within emergency management. Individuals fulfilling an emergency response position may
delegate authority to another individual of choice, therefore granting the designee equal
1Diablo Canyon Power Plant Unit 1 & 2 Emergency Plan, Revision 4, September 2001, with current
updated sections. Pacific Gas and Electric Company Nuclear Power Generation.
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responsibility and authority. This ensures a continuing line of oversight and authority during any
emergency response.
While this emergency plan is intended for use by response personnel, nuclear power plant
preparedness and related information for the public can be found in the San Luis Obispo County
edition of the YP telephone book or online at the County Office of Emergency Services Web
site, which can be accessed through the County Web site at http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/oes.
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PLAN ADOPTION
This Plan is the official San Luis Obispo County/Cities Emergency Response Plan for
responding to a radiological emergency at the Diablo Canyon Power Plant. The Plan's
responsibilities and authorities are effective as indicated below:
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Chairperson
San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors
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Date
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DISTRIBUTION
COPY QUANTITY LOCATION DATE
Original 1 OES Office File
Working Copy 1 OES Office File
EOC
5
Command Room*, Operations
Section, Plans Section, EOC File
Cabinet*, Joint Information Center
County Depts. 5 Supervisors, Each District
1 County Administrator
1 Assistant County Administrator
5 Office of Emergency Services*
1 County Agricultural Commissioner
1 Air Pollution Control District
1 County Counsel
1 County Public Works
1 Environmental Health Director
1 County Health Agency Administrator
1 County Health Officer
1 Planning Department
1 County Sheriff
1 Patrol Commander
1 Sheriff Substation, North
1 Sheriff Substation, South
1 Sheriff Substation, Coast
1 County Fire, Chief
1 County Fire, ECC
1 General Services
1 Human Resources
1 Social Services
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1 Information Technology Dept
1 Comm Shop
Cities 1 City of Arroyo Grande
1 City of Atascadero
1 City of Grover Beach
1 City of Guadalupe
1 City of Morro Bay
1 City of Paso Robles
1 City of Pismo Beach
1 City of San Luis Obispo
1 City of Santa Maria
1 Police Department, Arroyo Grande
1 Police Department, Atascadero
1 Police Department, Grover Beach
1 Police Department, Morro Bay
1 Police Department, Paso Robles
1 Police Department, Pismo Beach
1 Police Department, San Luis Obispo
1 Fire Department, Atascadero
1 Fire Department, Morro Bay
1 Fire Department, Paso Robles
1 Fire Department, San Luis Obispo
1 Five Cities Fire Authority
1 Fire Department, Cayucos
Other Counties 1 Santa Barbara County
1 Monterey County
1 Kern County
Hospitals 1 Arroyo Grande Community Hospital
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1 Atascadero State Hospital
1 French Hospital
1 Sierra Vista Regional Med Center
1 Twin Cities Community Hospital
Schools 1 County Office of Education
1 Cuesta College
1 San Luis Coastal USD
1 Cayucos Elementary School District
1 Lucia Mar USD
State Agencies 1 Cal Trans, District 5 Ops and Maintenance Director
1 Cal Trans, District 5, Traffic Management Center
1 California Highway Patrol, Coastal
1 California Highway Patrol, SLO
1 California Highway Patrol, Santa Maria
1 California Highway Patrol, Templeton
1 California Men’s Colony
1 Cal OES, Sacramento
1 Cal OES, Southern Region, Los Alamitos
1 Cal Poly, Office of Vice President for Admin and Finance
1
California Dept of Public Health,
Environmental Mgmt Branch,
Sacramento
1 State Dept of Parks and Rec, SLO Coast Area Office
1 State Dept of Parks and Rec, Oceano Dunes State Vehicle Rec Area
1 Paso Robles Event Center, Mid State
Fair Grounds
Military Agencies 1 Camp Roberts, Commanding Officer
1 Camp San Luis Obispo, Commanding
Officer
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1 US Coast Guard, 11th District, Alameda, Commanding Officer
1 US Coast Guard Station, Morro Bay, Officer in Charge
1
US Coast Guard, Marine Safety
Officer, Los Angeles/Long Beach,
Commanding Officer
Federal Agencies 2 FEMA, Oakland
1 US Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Region IV, Arlington, TX
1 US Nuclear Regulatory Commission,
Head Quarters, Local Assistance
Other Agencies 1 San Luis Ambulance
1 San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority (SLORTA)
1 Port San Luis Harbor District
1 American Red Cross (SLO Chapter)
1 National Weather Services, Los
Angeles/Oxnard
Libraries 1 California Polytechnic State University Library, SLO
1 San Luis County Library, SLO
Utilities 1 PG&E DCPP, Tech Support Center
1 PG&E DCPP, Emergency Operations
Facility
1 PG&E DCPP, Plant Library
1 PG&E DCPP, Emergency Planning
1 PG&E, San Francisco
1 PG&E, Los Padres District Office,
SLO
1 YP Telephone Service, SLO
1 Southern California Gas, SLO
* Distribution at these locations includes a copy of the Diablo Canyon Power Plant Development
of Evacuation Times Estimate
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TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD ............................ ii
PLAN ORGANIZATION ......................................................................................................... 1
PART 1 – SECTIONS ............................................................................................................... 2
SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................. 3
1. PURPOSE ........................................................................................................................... 3
2. OBJECTIVES ..................................................................................................................... 3
3. COORDINATION WITH OTHER PLANS AND PROCEDURES ..................................... 4
4. AUTHORITIES .................................................................................................................. 5
5. REFERENCES .................................................................................................................... 7
6. AGREEMENTS .................................................................................................................. 7
SECTION 2 - HAZARD ASSESSMENT ................................................................................. 9
1. SITUATION ....................................................................................................................... 9
2. RADIATION AND HAZARDS .......................................................................................... 9
3. EXPOSURE CRITERIA ................................................................................................... 11
SECTION 3 - PLANNING BASIS .......................................................................................... 16
1. EMERGENCY PLANNING ZONES ................................................................................ 16
2. METEOROLOGY............................................................................................................. 18
3. PROTECTIVE ACTIONS ................................................................................................. 18
4. PROTECTIVE ACTIONS FOR EMERGENCY WORKERS ............................................ 20
5. PROTECTIVE ACTIONS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FOOD COMMODITIES,
LIVESTOCK, ETC ................................................................................................................... 21
6. EVACUATION ROUTES, CONCEPTS, AND ASSUMPTIONS ..................................... 22
7. EVACUATION TIMES ESTIMATES .............................................................................. 24
8. EMERGENCY CLASSIFICATION LEVEL (ECL) .......................................................... 24
9. TIME FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH RELEASE ......................................................... 28
10. EARTHQUAKE RESPONSE ........................................................................................ 28
11. TSUNAMI RESPONSE ................................................................................................. 30
SECTION 4 – EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT .................................................................. 32
1. COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION ................................................................... 32
2. INTERAGENCY ORGANIZATION ................................................................................ 34
3. LINES OF AUTHORITY .................................................................................................. 36
4. COMMAND AND CONTROL ASSIGNMENTS ............................................................. 36
SECTION 5 – CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS ...................................................................... 38
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1. INITIAL EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION (PLAN ACTIVATION CRITERIA) .............. 38
2. NOTIFICATION AND MOBILIZATION......................................................................... 39
3. INFORMATION ACQUISITION AND SITUATION REPORTING ................................ 40
4. PUBLIC ALERTING, NOTIFICATION, AND INFORMATION .................................... 43
5. PUBLIC PRECAUTIONARY AND PROTECTIVE ACTIONS........................................ 48
7. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT ............................................................................................. 53
8. NOTIFICATION OF CITY RESIDENTS ......................................................................... 54
9. HANDLING OF SPECIAL NEEDS OR FUNCTIONAL DIVERSITY POPULATIONS 54
10. CONGREGATE CARE .................................................................................................. 55
11. EXPOSURE CONTROL, RADIOLOGICAL MONITORING, AND
DECONTAMINATION ............................................................................................................ 55
12. EMERGENCY MEDICAL AND PUBLIC HEALTH SUPPORT ................................... 57
13. INGESTION PATHWAY RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................ 58
14. RECOVERY PHASE ..................................................................................................... 60
15. RECOVERY INTERAGENCY COORDINATION GROUP (RICG) ............................. 62
SECTION 6 - EMERGENCY RESOURCES ........................................................................ 65
1. EMERGENCY FACILITIES ............................................................................................ 65
2. EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES ............................................................... 66
3. RESOURCE AGREEMENTS ........................................................................................... 68
4. OTHER RESOURCES ...................................................................................................... 68
SECTION 7 - PROGRAM MAINTENANCE........................................................................ 69
1. PLAN AND PROCEDURE MAINTENANCE .................................................................. 69
2. EMERGENCY RESOURCE MAINTENANCE ................................................................ 70
3. TRAINING ....................................................................................................................... 72
4. EXERCISES AND DRILLS .............................................................................................. 78
5. PUBLIC EDUCATION ..................................................................................................... 80
PART 2 – ATTACHMENTS, FIGURES AND TABLES LIST ............................................ 86
ATTACHMENT 1.1: GLOSSARY ........................................................................................... 88
ATTACHMENT 1.2: ACRONYMS ......................................................................................... 95
ATTACHMENT 2: NUREG CROSSWALK .......................................................................... 100
FIGURE 2.1: REGIONAL LOCATION MAP ........................................................................ 105
FIGURE 3.1.1: NRC-DEFINED EMERGENCY PLANNING ZONES (EPZ) ........................ 106
FIGURE 3.1.2: NRC-DEFINED PROTECTIVE ACTION ZONE AND INGESTION
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PATHWAY ZONE (IPZ) ........................................................................................................ 107
FIGURE 3.2: STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEFINEDEMERGENCY PLANNING ZONE and
PUBLIC EDUCATION ZONE ............................................................................................... 108
FIGURE 3.3: INGESTION PATHWAY ZONE MAP ............................................................. 109
FIGURE 3.4: WIND SPEED AND DIRECTION .................................................................... 110
FIGURE 3.5: MAJOR EVACUATION ROUTES ................................................................... 111
FIGURE 3.6: LOCAL EVACUATION ROUTES ................................................................... 112
FIGURE 3.7: LOCAL EVACUATION ROUTES FOR RECEPTION AND CONGREGATE
CARE CENTERS ................................................................................................................... 125
FIGURE 3.8: LOCAL EVACUATION ROUTES PUBLIC SCHOOL RELOCATION
CENTERS .............................................................................................................................. 126
FIGURE 3.9: GRAPHICAL DEPICTION OF KEY EVACUATION ...................................... 127
FIGURE 4.1.1: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION ................................................ 129
FIGURE 4.1.2: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION – OPERATIONS SECTION ... 130
FIGURE 4.1.3: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION – PLANS SECTION ............... 131
FIGURE 4.1.4: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION – LOGISTICS SECTION ....... 132
FIGURE 4.1.5: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION – FINANCE AND
ADMINSTRATION SECTION .............................................................................................. 133
FIGURE 4.2: INTERAGENCY EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION ................................... 134
FIGURE 5.1: RADIOLOGICAL PLUME ASSESSMENT ORGANIZATION ....................... 135
FIGURE 5.2: EVACUATION ROUTE FROM DIABLO CANYON POWER PLANT ........... 136
TABLE 2.1: RELATIONSHIP OF WHOLE BODY DOSE TO HEALTH EFFECTS ............. 137
TABLE 2.2: RADIATION EXPOSURE CRITERIA ............................................................... 138
TABLE 3.1: EMERGENCY PLANNING ZONE DESCRIPTIONS PROTECTIVE ACTION
ZONES (PAZ) ........................................................................................................................ 139
TABLE 3.2.1: EPZ PERMANENT RESIDENT POPULATION ............................................. 142
TABLE 3.2.2: PERMANENT RESIDENT VEHCILES BY PAZ ........................................... 143
TABLE 3.3.1: SUMMARY OF POPULATION DEMAND .................................................... 144
TABLE 3.3.2: SUMMARY OF VEHICLE DEMAND ............................................................ 145
TABLE 3.4: RECOMMENDED PROTECTIVE ACTIONS ................................................... 146
TABLE 3.5.1: EVACUATION TIMES ESTIMATE BY SCENARIO AND CONDITIONS – 90
PERCENT OF POPULATION................................................................................................ 147
TABLE 3.5.2: EVACUATION TIMES ESTIMATE BY SCENARIO AND CONDITIONS –
100 PERCENT OF POPULATION ......................................................................................... 150
TABLE 3.6: EVACUATION TIMES STUDY EARTHQUAKE RESPONSE ......................... 153
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TABLE 3.7: SUMMARY OF ACTIONS AT THE FOUR EMERGENCY CLASSIFICATION
LEVELS ................................................................................................................................. 154
TABLE 3.7: GUIDANCE ON INITIATION AND DURATION OF RELEASE ..................... 158
TABLE 7.3-1: TRAINING MATRIX ..................................................................................... 159
TABLE 7.3-2: SOP NUMERICAL LISTINGS ....................................................................... 160
TABLE 7.3-3: BLOCK DIAGRAM CROSS REFERENCE .................................................... 162
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PLAN ORGANIZATION
PART ONE, THE ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
This part of the Plan is intended as an introduction and overview. It includes the overall
planning goals, authorities, glossary, hazard assessments, and a concept of operations section
which describes in broad terms the county/cities emergency response to an emergency declared
at the Diablo Canyon Power Plant.
PART TWO, DELETED
PART THREE, STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES (SOPs)
This part of the Plan includes procedures describing emergency response at an individual agency
or department level, including individual duties for specific emergency positions. The SOPs
provide more detailed guidance for the emergency worker to implement the objectives of the
Administrative Plan. The SOPs are essentially individual response procedures used by local and
state agencies responding to a Diablo Canyon emergency.
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PART 1 – SECTIONS
SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION
SECTION 2 HAZARD ASSESSMENT
SECTION 3 PLANNING BASICS
SECTION 4 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
SECTION 5 CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
SECTION 6 EMERGENCY RESOURCES
SECTION 7 PROGRAM MAINTENANCE
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SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION
1. PURPOSE
The purpose of the Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response Plan is to establish
organizational responses and responsibilities for San Luis Obispo County and Cities in
the event of a radiological accident at the Diablo Canyon Power Plant (DCPP). This Plan
prescribes the actions required to preclude or to minimize radiation exposure to the
general public outside the plant site boundary. In addition, the Plan:
● Identifies the scope of potential hazards which form a basis for planning.
● Identifies authorities and assigns responsibilities for both emergency planning and
emergency response activities.
● Establishes the county's official policy in response to an emergency.
● Establishes the County Emergency Organization for handling an emergency, and
● Identifies and incorporates those provisions which must be planned for in advance
in order to effectively respond to an emergency.
2. OBJECTIVES
This Plan is designed to meet the following specific objectives:
2.1 To identify the county organization responsible for the direction and control of
nuclear power plant emergency response plan operations.
2.2 To describe the necessary pre-emergency preparations, concept of operations,
organization, protective measures, and supporting systems to implement the Plan.
2.3 To establish the framework for implementing the California Standardized
Emergency Management System (SEMS) and National Incident Management
System (NIMS) for San Luis Obispo County. SEMS is intended to facilitate
multi-agency and multi-jurisdictional coordination, particularly between San Luis
Obispo County and other local governments, including special districts and state
and federal agencies, in emergency operations.
2.4 To provide a basis for incorporating nongovernmental agencies and organizations
who have resources necessary to meet foreseeable emergency requirements into
the County Emergency Organization.
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2.5 To describe the alert and notification systems and procedures used between
County, State and Federal agencies, and with the plant manager or designee, of
Diablo Canyon Power Plant (DCPP), owned by Pacific Gas and Electric
Company (PG&E).
2.6 To describe the means and procedures for timely alert and notification of the
population in the Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ) in the event that protective
actions are or may become necessary.
2.7 To describe the criteria, means and procedures for implementing specific
protective actions, such as sheltering or evacuation of the affected population
within the Emergency Planning Zone.
2.8 To respond to specific information requests from Federal and State regulatory
agencies such as Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), FEMA, and the
California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES).
2.9 To provide a basis on which county departments and local agencies can establish
supporting plans, detailed standard operating procedures, and training programs
necessary for the effective execution of emergency response activities.
3. COORDINATION WITH OTHER PLANS AND PROCEDURES
Significant interfaces with other plans and procedures include the following:
3.1 The San Luis Obispo County Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) which addresses
the planned response to extraordinary emergency situations associated with
natural disaster, technological incidents, and national security emergencies in or
affecting San Luis Obispo County.
3.2 The State of California Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response Plan, which
defines Federal, State and local responsibilities. In addition, departmental
annexes such as the California Department of Public Health, Environmental
Management Branch procedures document, lists specific tasks to be accomplished
by the State in response to an accident at the Diablo Canyon Power Plant.
3.3 Santa Barbara County and the City of Santa Maria will provide support to San
Luis Obispo County in terms of added resources and hosting of evacuees.
3.4 The California National Guard (CNG) has prepared a plan for an emergency at
Diablo Canyon. That plan contains three major points of coordination with the
San Luis Obispo Plan:
● The operation of Camp San Luis in an emergency.
● The operation of Camp Roberts in an emergency.
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● The addition of staff support and equipment resources following the first
day of an emergency.
3.5 Additional State agencies have developed emergency response plans in
coordination with San Luis Obispo County including California Highway Patrol,
California Department of Transportation and the CA State Parks.
3.6 The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Energy
(DOE), and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) may provide assistance
to San Luis Obispo County, the State of California, and Diablo Canyon Power
Plant based upon their emergency response plans and legislated responsibilities.
Space is provided in the co-located DCPP/PG&E Emergency Operations Facility
(EOF) and San Luis Obispo County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) for
representatives of state and federal agencies and representatives from other
agencies identified in the Plan to provide specific assistance.
3.7 The U.S. Coast Guard is responsible for notifying vessels and establishing
security and safety zones at sea. The U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Los
Angeles/Long Beach (MSO LA/LB), located in Long Beach has authorized the
Coast Guard to respond.
3.8 Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) operates the Diablo Canyon Power
Plant, and is required by federal regulations to develop and implement emergency
preparedness plans as a condition of facility operating licenses. The Diablo
Canyon Power Plant facility plan addresses emergency measures necessary to
mitigate the spectrum of postulated conventional and nuclear emergency
accidents. Such measures include advising local governmental agencies of
occurring or potential accidents which could have offsite consequences, and
require actions within their jurisdiction for the protection of the population.
3.9 The San Luis Obispo County Emergency Alert System (EAS) Plan, designed in
cooperation with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National
Weather Service (NWS) and the State of California Emergency Response Plan
and provides direction and assistance with disseminating emergency information
and instructions to the public.
4. AUTHORITIES
4.1 Federal:
4.1.1 Federal Civil Defense Act of 1950 (Public Law 920, as amended).
4.1.2 Atomic Energy Act of 1954
4.1.3 Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act of 1988
(Public Law 93-288, as amended from time-to-time).
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4.2 State:
4.2.1 California Emergency Services Act (Chapter 7 of Division 1 of Title 2 of
the Government Code).
4.2.2 Agreement between the State of California and the Nuclear Regulatory
Commission (NRC), pursuant to Section 274 of the Atomic Energy Act of
1954, as amended.
4.2.3 California Health and Safety Code. Division 104, Part 9, Radiation
4.2.3.1 Control of Radioactive Contamination of the Environment
(Division 104, Part 9 Chapter 5, Sections 144705-114780).
4.2.3.2 Transportation of Radioactive Materials (Division 104, Part 9
Chapter 5, Section 114815-114835).
4.2.3.3 Radiation Control Law (Division 104, Part 9 Chapter 8, Sections
114960-115273).
4.2.3.4 Radiation Protection Act of 1999, Section 114650 et seq.
4.2.4 California Code of Regulations, Title 17, Public Health Part I, Chapter 5,
Subchapter 4, Radiation.
4.2.4.1 Registration of Sources of Radiation (Sections 30108 et seq.).
4.2.4.2 Licensing of Radioactive Materials (Sections 30170-30237).
4.2.4.3 Standards for Protection against Radiation (Sections 30250-
30358).
4.2.4.4 Transportation of Radioactive Materials (Section 30373).
4.2.4.5 Participation by Local Health Department (Sections 30385-30397).
4.2.5 California Master Mutual Aid Agreement, Article 11, Sections 8615-8619,
California Government Code.
4.2.6 California Government Code 8610.5 concerning nuclear power plant
emergency response planning fund.
4.3 Local:
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4.3.1 County of San Luis Obispo Emergency Services Ordinance No. 1384, San Luis
Obispo County Code, Chapter 2.80, Emergency Organization and Functions
(including County of San Luis Obispo Resolution Establishing Continuity of
Government in an Emergency, San Luis Obispo Code 2.80.140).
4.3.2 San Luis Obispo County Emergency Operation Plan. Current Version.
4.3.3 Participating cities emergency ordinances (Arroyo Grande, Atascadero, Grover
Beach, Morro Bay, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach and San Luis Obispo).
4.3.4 California Master Mutual Aid Agreement, adopted by the County of San Luis
Obispo December 4, 1950
5. REFERENCES
5.1 NUREG-0654/FEMA-REP-1, Criteria for Preparation and Evaluation of
Radiological Emergency Response Plans and Preparedness in Support of Nuclear
Power Plants, U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission/Federal Emergency
Management Agency, November 1980, Revision 1.
5.2 Emergency Planning Zones for Serious Nuclear Power Plant Accidents,
California Office of Emergency Services, November 1980.
5.3 State of California Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response Plan, July 2008.
5.4 San Luis Obispo County Emergency Operations Plan
5.5 San Luis Obispo County Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response Plan, 1976,
and San Luis Obispo County Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Evacuation Plan,
1976.
5.6 Diablo Canyon Power Plant Units 1 and 2, Emergency Plan, Revision 4, Pacific
Gas and Electric Company, September 2001.
5.7 State of California Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response Plan.
5.8 Diablo Canyon Development of Evacuation Times Estimate, KLD Engineering,
P.C. November 2012.
6. AGREEMENTS
A copy of the March 2004 contract for management, administrative and financial services
between the County of San Luis Obispo and the San Luis Obispo Regional Transit
Authority is on file with the County Clerk and the County Office of Emergency Services.
Agreements with emergency medical providers are maintained by the utility as part of the
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Diablo Canyon Power Plant Emergency Plan and are also on file with County OES.
Arrangements with school districts are contained in those agencies' approved and signed
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), which are updated annually and included in Part 3
of this Plan. The County does not require letters of agreements with each department and
agency. The Standard Operating Procedures that are included in Part 3 of this plan serve
as that agreement.
6.1 Memorandums of Understanding
6.1.1 School Districts (Buses) (County Office of Education SOP)
6.1.2 Medical (Pacific Gas & Electric Co. Agreements)
6.1.3 Ambulance (Pacific Gas & Electric Co. Agreements)
6.2 Mutual Aid
State of California agreements with San Luis Obispo County include the
"California Master Mutual Aid Agreement, Article 11, Sections 8615-8619,
California Government Code". This agreement will facilitate the acquisition of
resources for the County of San Luis Obispo.
In addition the state standard operating procedures for California Highway Patrol,
Caltrans and CA State Parks are reviewed on an annual basis by San Luis Obispo
County to ensure consistency between agencies.
Federal (such as NRC) agreements are with the State of California. Federal and
state resources necessary to implement concepts of operations contained in the
Plan are addressed in approved state and federal general and radiological
emergency response plans. (See State of California Nuclear Power Plant
Emergency Response Plan. July 2008)
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SECTION 2 - HAZARD ASSESSMENT
1. SITUATION
The Diablo Canyon Power Plant (DCPP), operated by the Pacific Gas and Electric
Company (PG&E), is located on the coast approximately 12 miles southwest of the city
of San Luis Obispo (see Figure 2.1, REGIONAL LOCATION MAP). The plant contains
two power generating units, both of which are operational. Each unit is a pressurized
water reactor having an electric power generating capacity in excess of 1,000 megawatts.
The plant is designed to use slightly enriched uranium dioxide (UO2) as a fuel. This fuel
poses no major concern in its un-irradiated state as it has very low radioactivity.
However, after being in the core during operation of the reactor, the fuel becomes
extremely radioactive from fission by-products. These highly radioactive by-products are
the main hazard in a nuclear power plant accident.
When any nuclear power plant is operated, a nuclear accident is possible. The principal
deterrent to an accident is prevention through correct design, construction and operation
which assures the integrity of the reactor system is maintained. Protective systems are
installed and are automatically activated to counteract the resulting effects when any part
of the reactor system fails.
These protective systems cannot provide absolute certainty that a failure will not occur;
nor if it does occur, that it will be effectively counteracted. The probability, however, of
a radiological emergency at a power plant is extremely low.
2. RADIATION AND HAZARDS
Radioactivity is the natural process of unstable atoms releasing their excess energy. This
emission - giving up of energy – is called radiation.
Radiation is divided into two types: non-ionizing and ionizing. Ionizing radiation is
associated with nuclear power generation, as well as other commonly known sources
such as medical and dental x-rays.
The extent and severity of the radiation effect upon body cells depends upon the amount
of radioactive materials, the type of radiation, the exposure rate and time, and how close
it is to the body. In general, the closer the source of radiation is to the cells, the greater
the possibility of injury.
There are two types of ionizing radiation that must be considered in nuclear power plant
emergency response planning - beta particles and gamma rays. Fission by-products of
nuclear power production generally emit both beta particles and gamma rays. Other
types of radiation are not discussed in this section because they are not expected to
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contribute significantly to the total radioactive contamination following an accidental
release from a nuclear power plant.
As used in this document, beta particle refers to a small, negatively-charged mass that is
ejected from an atom as a result of nuclear rearrangement. Due to their limited
penetrating ability, beta particles become a significant health hazard only when the
radioactive materials emitting them are present on the surface of the skin or when they
have been ingested or inhaled.
Body surface contamination from beta particle emitters will lead to irradiation of only the
superficial body tissue. Ingestion or inhalation of beta particles is much more serious.
Frequently the beta-emitting nuclides are isotopes of elements that can be incorporated
into body constituents. They may result in long term exposure of the cells, extensive
irradiation, and subsequent destruction of cells.
Gamma rays are a type of electromagnetic radiation also released from the nucleus of an
atom. Because they have no mass, they can penetrate matter more readily than beta
particles. They are capable of traveling significant distances in air and penetrating
through the protective skin layer to the soft tissue below. This means the entire body can
be irradiated from a gamma source outside the body. Similarly, when ingested or
inhaled, gamma emitters can produce whole body irradiation, regardless of the location in
the body where the radioisotope may be ultimately absorbed.
Determining the health effects of overexposure to radiation is complicated by the fact that
there is a large range of variation in individual response. Some people may be very
sensitive and others somewhat resistant to radiation. Determination of the dose/health
effects relationship is further complicated by the fact that the effects of whole body
irradiation differ from the effects of partial body exposure; a lethal dose in the first case
might be readily tolerated in the second. The effects also depend on the timing of
exposure, such as short term exposure (acute) vs. repeated (chronic) exposures spread out
over days or weeks. Repeated exposures spread out over time permit a significant degree
of recovery and therefore require a larger total dose to show the same effects as for an
acute exposure.
Radiation is measured in three basic units:
■ Roentgen (R) The Roentgen is the unit of exposure
■ Radiation
Absorbed
Dose (RAD) The RAD is the unit of absorbed dose
■ Roentgen
Equivalent
Man (REM) The REM is the unit of dose equivalent
For the purpose of the Plan a Roentgen is equal to a RAD is equal to a REM (1R = 1RAD
= 1 REM).
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Table 2.1, RELATIONSHIP OF WHOLE BODY DOSE TO HEALTH EFFECTS
presents representative dose/health effect relationships in man for whole body irradiation.
The health effects extend from barely detectable chromosomal changes at 5 REM to a
median lethal dose for short-term exposure of 300 REM, assuming no follow-up medical
treatment. (A median lethal dose means that death will occur for 50 percent of the
population receiving the whole body dose.) A more complete discussion of the health
effects of exposure can be found in "Emergency Planning Zones for Serious Nuclear
Power Plant Accidents," State of California Office of Emergency Services, November,
1980.
3. EXPOSURE CRITERIA
Exposure to large quantities of nuclear radiation over a relatively short period of time can
cause disabling sickness and death. Exposure to lesser quantities, either externally or
through inhalation and ingestion, may result in chronic impairment to health. Radiation
exposure may also damage the genetic material in the body of individuals, resulting in
health impairment in future generations. Therefore, stringent guides have been
established as follows: (Refer to Table 2.2, RADIATION EXPOSURE CRITERIA.)
The unit most commonly used to measure human exposure to radiation is the REM.
Most normal exposures involve only a fraction of a REM. The most commonly used unit
is the milliREM (mRem), one thousandth of a REM.
3.1 General Population
3.1.1 Whole Body Exposure
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends taking
protective actions to protect the general population from exposure to
airborne radioactive materials when the projected Total Effective Dose
Equivalent (TEDE) is 1.0 REM. Lower values may be used if there are no
major local constraints in providing protection at that level. Local
constraints, such as very dense fog, may make lower values impractical to
use, but in no case should the 1.0 REM be exceeded for the general
population in determining the need for protective action.
Therefore, the San Luis Obispo County Plan will adopt a guideline of 1.0
REM, in accordance with the State Plan. It should be noted, that
consistent with the generally accepted principle of maintaining radiation
exposures "as low as reasonably achievable" (ALARA), the County may
initiate protective actions at lower projected levels, if the risk of
eliminating the exposure is determined to be less than the risk of exposure.
3.1.2 Thyroid Dose
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Radioactive iodine concentration in the thyroid of persons exposed to
radioactive iodine could result in serious damage to that organ. These
isotopes could enter the body either by inhalation or ingestion. It is
estimated that approximately 20 percent of that which is inhaled would
enter the blood stream and selectively locate in the thyroid. The EPA
guides for projected thyroid dose to the general population are 5.0 REM
(thyroid Committed Dose Equivalent (CDE)) and are to be used in
California, according to the State Plan.
3.2 Emergency Workers
Any person engaged in operations to mitigate the effects of an accident is an
emergency worker. This includes public employees (and others registered with a
disaster council), who are classified as disaster service workers in Section 3211.9
of the California Labor Code and Part 1, Section 4 of this Plan. Emergency
workers will have their exposures monitored during the emergency on a 24 hour
basis, through the exposure control procedures contained within the Plan (see Part
Three, Standard Operating Procedures).
EMERGENCY WORKER EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
NOTE: DO NOT EXCEED EXPOSURE or DOSE LIMITS LISTED BELOW WITHOUT
COUNTY HEALTH OFFICER (CHO) AUTHORIZATION.
Category PED Dose Limit Comments
1. EMERGENCY EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
Administrative
Exposure ( DDE
dose) Limit
1,000 mrem (1.00 rem)
DDE dose
Administrative Exposure limit for emergency
workers is set at 1,000 mrem DDE dose.
Unless authorized to continue work, return to
your EWEC Command Center, or other
location as directed, immediately.
Emergency
Activities
Up to 5,000 mrem (5
rem) TEDE dose
The CHO must authorize exposure in excess
of 1,000 mrem DDE dose. If authorized, you
may receive up to 5,000 mrem TEDE dose for
emergency activities.
Activities to
protect valuable
property where
lower dose is not practical.
Up to 10,000 mrem (10
rem) TEDE dose
With CHO authorization, up to 10,000 mrem
TEDE dose may be authorized for protection
of valuable property where a lower dose is not
practical. Volunteers Only. Safety Briefing.
Life-saving
activities or
protection of
large populations
where lower
dose is not
practical.
Up to 25,000 mrem (25
rem) TEDE dose.
With CHO authorization, volunteers may be
authorized up to 25,000 mrem (25 rem) TEDE
dose for the purpose of life saving actions or
the protection of large populations where a
lower dose is not practical. Volunteers Only.
Safety Briefing
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Extraordinary 25,000-75,0000 mrem With CHO authorization, volunteers may be
Life-saving (25-75 rem) TEDE authorized up to 75,000 mrem (75 rem) TEDE
activities or dose. dose for the purpose of extraordinary life-
protection of saving activities or protection of large
large populations populations where lower dose is not practical
where lower and ONLY if they have been made fully aware
dose is not of the risks. Volunteers Only. Safety Briefing
practical
3.2.1 Emergency Operations
Administrative Exposure Limit
• Up to 1,000 mrem (1.00 rem) DDE as read on the PED (without CHO
authorization)
Note: The PED reads and is calibrated to measure the DDE dose in units
of mrem. Exposure is in units of R. In this instance exposure and dose
are approximately equal. The DDE dose approximates exposure.
However it does not measure a TEDE dose. The TEDE dose is
calculated based upon a dose correction factor which is based on the
isotopic mix of the release. The DDE 1000 mrem (1000 mR equivalent)
administrative exposure limit is established at this level to ensure the
Federal Dose limit of 5 rem TEDE is not exceeded, which is calculated by
multiplying the DDE dose or exposure by the dose correction factor based
upon the isotopic mix. If due to the application of a dose correction factor,
an emergency worker exceeds the 1000 mrem DDE prior to receiving
authorization, notify the CHO.
Emergency workers working under the guidance of this procedure are
authorized to receive up to 1,000 mrem DDE as read on the PED or 1000
mR exposure (1.00 rem) without CHO authorization.
The EWEC Group will inform the CHO when emergency worker
exposures approach the Administrative Exposure Limit of 1,000 mrem
(1.00) DDE as read on their PEDs. The CHO will evaluate current
emergency conditions and authorize DDE exposures in excess of 1,000
mrem (1.00 rem) as read on the PED or (1000 mR on any exposure
reading instrumentation), if undertaking activities appropriate to the dose
limits listed below. If possible, a dose correction factor should be
identified and applied before allowing workers to exceed 1000 mrem as
read on their PED to ensure they remain under the TEDE dose limits.
Emergency workers may receive up to 5,000 mrem (5.0 rem) TEDE for
emergency activities. This will be based upon the calculated TEDE dose
using a dose correction factor. This dose may be authorized to allow for
emergency activities.
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Dose Limit for Emergency Activities
• 5,000 mrem (5.0 rem) TEDE
TEDE dose above 5,000 mrem (5.0 rem) requires further CHO
authorization.
The CHO will ensure emergency workers are only authorized to receive
additional exposure if they are undertaking activities in accordance with
Federal Dose Limits as listed below
3.2.2 Dose Limit for Protection of Valuable Property where a lower dose is not
practical.
• Up to 10,000 mrem (10.00 rem) TEDE
Following authorization from CHO, emergency workers may subsequently
receive up to 10,000 mrem (10.0 rem) TEDE. This will be based upon the
calculated TEDE dose using a dose correction factor. This dose may be
authorized to allow for the protection of valuable property where a lower
dose is not practical. Emergency Workers authorized to receive up to
10,000 mrem (10.0 rem) will undertake operations on a volunteer basis
only and receive a safety briefing.
TEDE dose above 10,000 mrem (10.0 rem) requires further CHO
authorization.
3.2.3 Dose Limit for Life Saving Activities or Protection of Large Populations
where a lower dose is not practical.
• Up to 25,000 mrem (25.0 rem) TEDE
Following authorization from CHO, emergency workers may subsequently
receive up to 25,000 mrem (25.0 rem) TEDE. This will be based upon the
calculated TEDE dose using a dose correction factor. This dose may be
authorized for life saving activities or protection of large populations
where a lower dose is not practical. Emergency workers authorized to
receive up to 25,000 mrem (25.0 rem) will undertake operations on a
volunteer basis only. Each emergency worker shall receive a safety
briefing.
TEDE dose above 25,000 mrem (25.0 rem) requires further CHO
authorization.
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3.2.4 Dose Limit for Extraordinary Life Saving Activities or Protection of Large
Populations Where a Lower Dose is Not Practical.
• >25,000 mrem (>25 rem) TEDE. Up to 75,000 mrem (75.rem)
Following authorization from CHO and a safety briefing informing them of
their risks, emergency workers may subsequently receive greater than
25,000 mrem (25.0 rem) TEDE, up to 75,000 mrem (75 rem). This will be
based upon the calculated TEDE dose using a dose correction factor.
The emergency workers must be made fully aware of the risks and be
provided a safety briefing. Emergency Workers authorized to receive
greater than 25,000 mrem or (25.0 rem) TEDE will undertake operations
on a volunteer basis only. Authorization will only be given for operations
necessary for extraordinary lifesaving activities and protection of large
populations.
3.2.5 Volunteer Criteria
When emergency actions require an emergency worker to enter an area
where exposures could exceed 5,000 mrem (5.0 rem), the following
guidelines will be used:
3.2.5.1 Emergency personnel shall be volunteers and professional rescue
personnel, if possible.
3.2.5.2 Volunteers shall be broadly familiar will the consequences of
expected exposure, and shall be informed prior to the time of
potential exposure.
3.2.5.3 Volunteers above the age of 45 are preferred and will not include
women capable of reproduction.
3.2.5.4 Internal exposure shall be minimized, when appropriate, by the
use of best available respiratory protection and thyroid blocking.
Skin contamination shall be controlled by the use of available
protective clothing.
3.2.5.5 Exposure under these conditions shall be limited to once in a
lifetime.
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SECTION 3 - PLANNING BASIS
This plan is based on guidance from the federal planning document titled NUREG-0654/FEMA-
REP-1, Criteria for Preparation and Evaluation of Radiological Emergency Response Plans and
Preparedness in Support of Nuclear Power Plants. NUREG-0654/FEMA-REP-1 was developed
jointly by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) after the Three Mile Island accident in 1979. The document
incorporates the lessons learned from inquiries into the response actions taken during the
accident. Other FEMA and state agencies’ guidance and direction are also utilized.
1. EMERGENCY PLANNING ZONES
Technical experts and government agencies have worked to develop nuclear power plant
emergency response plans for all of the nuclear power plants in the United States. As
part of this planning, the areas around the plants are divided into planning zones. The
Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Environmental Protection Agency have determined
that a federally defined Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ) for the plume exposure pathway
should be an area that is roughly a 10 mile circle around the nuclear power plant and an
approximate 50 mile radius limit for the Ingestion Pathway Zone (IPZ). The (FEMA) has
oversight responsibilities for San Luis Obispo County’s emergency plans within this
approximate 10 mile area. FEMA also has oversight responsibilities for the California
Department of Public Health emergency plans within the 50 mile IPZ radius.
The State of California adopted San Luis Obispo County’s recommendations to expand
the Diablo Canyon Emergency Planning Zone so that it is much larger than the 10 mile
radius EPZ defined by the federal government. The State of California’s Emergency
Management Agency has oversight responsibilities for the expanded EPZ beyond the 10
mile area.
1.1 Federal Emergency Planning Zones
NRC/FEMA have established a 10 mile radius limit for the plume exposure
pathway emergency planning zone and an approximate 50 mile radius limit for
the ingestion pathway emergency planning zone (IPZ). Figure 3.1.1 illustrates the
NRC/FEMA 10 mile EPZ boundary and Figure 3.1.2 illustrates the NRC defined
50 mile IPZ boundary in 22.5 –degree sectors.
1.2 State Emergency Planning Zones
Based upon an extensive study2, the state designated two zones associated with
the Diablo Canyon Power Plant, the Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ) and the
Public Education Zone (PEZ). Both are illustrated in Figure 3-2. The Public
2 A Study of Postulated Accidents of California Nuclear Power Plants, Prepared for the State of California,
Office of Emergency Services by Science Applications, Inc., July, 1980
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Education Zone continues across the county boundary to include an area of
northern Santa Barbara County.
As described earlier, Figure 3.1.2 illustrates the 50 mile radius IPZ, which
includes four total counties (San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Monterey and Kern
Counties). A summary description of the state study and process of selection of
emergency planning zones is given in "Emergency Planning Zones for Serious
Nuclear Power Plant Accidents," State of California Office of Emergency
Services (now Cal OES), November, 1980.
1.3 County Planning
As noted above, the state planning zones form a basis for county planning. The
expanded Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ) defined by the state is divided into 12
Protective Action Zones.
PAZs 1 – 5 correspond to the approximate ten mile Federal emergency
planning area. PAZs 6 – 12 are outside the ten mile area. Having 12 PAZs
improve the managing of detailed planning and implementing the protective
measures in areas smaller than the entire emergency planning zone.
Surrounding the 12 PAZs are three zones known as Public Education Zones
(PEZs).
• Residents in these areas (zones 13 – 15) are outside but immediately
adjacent to the Emergency Planning Zone. The PEZ was established to
ensure general information about Diablo Canyon is provided to residents
and businesses surrounding the PAZs.
PAZs and PEZs are described in Table 3.1 (sheet 1 and 2), and shown in Figure
3.2.
The Protective Action Zones may be arranged into four groups of generally
increasing distance from the plant.
● PAZ 1 2-mile radius
● PAZ 2 6-mile radius
● PAZs 3-5 Approximate 9- to 10-mile radius - Primary federal
oversight areas of PAZs 1-5
● PAZs 6-12 Balance of State Emergency Planning Zones - State
primary oversight
● PEZs 13-15 Public Education Zone - Area where public
education materials are provided. Any emergency
protective actions would be on an ad hoc basis.
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In addition to the Federal, State, and County Emergency Planning Zones the
County has pre-identified Agricultural Sectors for purposes of Ingestion Pathway
Planning. (See Figure 3.3, Ingestion Pathway Zone Map.)
2. METEOROLOGY
Figure 3.4 indicates annual average wind direction and speed conditions both in graphic
and tabular form.3 (The wind rose represents the percentage distribution of wind
direction on an annual timeframe.) Extensive meteorological and dispersion data may be
found in "Volume II, Site Characteristics, Final Safety Analysis Report, Diablo Canyon
Power Plant." In addition, discussion of certain "worst-case" meteorological conditions
is included in the Cal OES planning guidance document.4
3. PROTECTIVE ACTIONS
A variety of countermeasures (Protective Actions) are available that can be used to
reduce or eliminate the effects of radiation and contamination on the public that may
result from a nuclear power plant accident. Countermeasures that could be used are
described below.
For the general public, the two basic protective actions which may be taken immediately
to prevent or reduce exposure to a gaseous plume are evacuation and shelter in place.
The actual radiation release or projected arrival of the radioactive plume will be key in
the selection of the most effective protective response. In the event that this lead time is
relatively short and the release is not of long duration, the most effective protection may
be afforded by shelter in place with doors and windows tightly closed. Under such
circumstances evacuation may not be effectively completed prior to the passage of the
radioactive plume, resulting in less protection than that afforded by sheltering.
Table 3.4 is a simplified example of how a decision whether to shelter or evacuate might
be made. It should be noted that this table is predicated on an accident projection and
meteorological conditions so severe that dose projections indicate a need to take
protective actions.
It should be noted that Table 3.4 does not reflect all of the criteria involved in making a
protective action decision. Actual decision-making is based upon detailed calculations
and consideration of other variables, including the predicted magnitude and composition
of a potential release, meteorology and other offsite conditions.
3 060104/DCPP wind rose map (PG&E)
4 See “Emergency Planning Zone for Serious Nuclear Power Plant Accidents,” State of California Office of
Emergency Services.
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The protective actions to mitigate the potential offsite consequences should be selected
on the basis of the following key factors:
● The accident sequence at the plant
● The projected or actual release, both in terms of content and magnitude
● The projected or actual time of a release
● The projected travel paths of the plume
● The time of day of the accident
● The weather and other conditions that exist at the time of the accident
The types of protective actions to be considered for implementation include:
3.1 Evacuation
Evacuation is a major countermeasure to prevent or reduce exposure and
contamination of the general public. It is a complex operation involving several
governmental jurisdictions. The effectiveness of an evacuation is considerably
enhanced by detailed planning. Emergency workers should be evacuated when
the general public is cleared from the area.
3.2 Sheltering from Radiation
Sheltering means staying inside with all doors and windows closed, and
ventilation systems turned off. Sheltering reduces exposure to radiation. It
reduces the chances of inhaling or receiving body surface contamination from
radioactive materials.
3.3 Administration of Iodine Blocking Pills
The thyroid gland collects and concentrates iodine. Since large amounts of
radioactive iodine are part of the inventory of radionuclides present in the nuclear
reactor core, radioactive iodine could be released during a nuclear power plant
accident. Iodine blocking liquid or pills are made of potassium iodide (KI).
Taken prior to inhalation or ingestion of radioactive iodine, KI will saturate the
thyroid gland with non-radioactive iodine, thus reducing the body's assimilation
of the radioactive isotope. 5 This can greatly reduce the internal radiation dose to
the thyroid. It will not protect against other radioisotope contamination or other
organs or external radiation exposure. Iodine blocking pills or liquid may be used
for the thyroid protection of emergency workers, general public and may also be
recommended for institutionalized populations that cannot evacuate. The
ingesting of potassium iodide will be authorized and recommended appropriately
by the County Health Officer or a State Health Official after the evaluation of
pertinent data.
5 NRC: SECY-98-264 - Proposed Amendments to 10 CFR 50.47; Granting of Petitions for Rulemaking
(PRM 50-63 and 50-63a) Relating to a Reevaluation of Policy on the Use of Potassium Iodide (KI) after a
Severe Accident at a Nuclear Power Plant.1998.
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4. PROTECTIVE ACTIONS FOR EMERGENCY WORKERS
An Emergency Worker is any person engaged in operations required to mitigate the
effects of an accident. For information about emergency worker operations and exposure
limits see Section 2, 3.2.
Each county agency or other organizations involved in field emergency response in the
affected area will have the means to monitor and minimize radiation exposure to its
personnel. Equipment such as dosimeters will be provided to applicable emergency
workers at their respective dispatch or work locations. In some circumstances or
functions, area monitoring, rather than individual dosimetry, will be permitted for
emergency workers. To limit the exposure to emergency workers, every effort will be
made to coordinate activities in the affected areas so that unnecessary exposure is limited.
The County Health Officer will be assisted by the Emergency Worker Exposure Control
Group personnel in tracking exposure of emergency workers. The County Health Officer
will be responsible for monitoring and controlling exposures.
The County Health Officer will recommend actions to protect county emergency workers
including, but not limited to, ingesting potassium iodide (KI), relocating, using protective
clothing and respirators. Joint Field Monitoring Teams may wear special respirators in
contaminated areas to prevent inhalation of airborne radioactive materials, and protective
clothing to prevent contamination of the skin.
4.1 Respirators (For Emergency Workers)
Respirators prevent the inhalation of airborne radioactive materials. Respirators
may be most applicable to emergency workers conducting field monitoring
operations in the contaminated area and will be addressed in their Standard
Operating Procedures. Respirators offer no protection from external exposure to
gamma radiation. Respirators will only be recommended for those trained and
fitted in their use.
Protective clothing and respirators should be used in areas of high contamination
or airborne activity, providing TEDE is maintained by ALARA. Respirators will
only be directed for those trained and fitted in their use.
4.2 Protective Clothing (For Emergency Workers)
Protective clothing is worn to prevent contamination of the skin. Its principal
value is to reduce or eliminate the need for skin decontaminations, but it offers no
protection from gamma radiation exposure. Emergency Workers have Standard
Operating Procedures and guidelines to follow in addressing the prevention of
contamination. Most emergency workers will not be need to use nor be required
to wear protective clothing.
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5. AGRICULTURAL PREVENTATIVE AND HOLD ORDERS FOR FOOD
COMMODITIES, LIVESTOCK, ETC.
5.1 AGRICULTURAL PREVENTATIVE MEASURES MAY INCLUDE:
5.1.1 Shelter all livestock (including dairy animals, cows, horses, goats, sheep
and pigs) and place on stored feed and water.
5.1.2 Shelter all poultry and place on stored feed and water.
5.1.3 Stop pumping from outdoor/ uncovered surface water sources
5.1.4 Stop all harvest activities including apiaries and backyard gardens
5.1.5 Stop field preparations and tillage
5.2 AGRICULTURAL HOLD ORDERS MAY INCLUDE:
This is the process of placing a commodity on hold. Agricultural Sectors consist
of pre-identified geographic areas where radiological contamination could occur
and include buffer areas (See Figure 3.3).
5.2.1 Agricultural Hold Measures:
• Hold dairy products
• Hold harvested crops
• Hold livestock and poultry
• Hold other consumables
• Cease movement of food within an area
5.3 Support Actions May Include:
5.3.1 Importation of Clean Food and Water
Radiation and contamination levels may be low enough to meet
occupancy standards but not low enough for contaminated food and
water in the area to meet ingestion standards. Such food and water
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will be tested in a laboratory to determine if it meets ingestion
standards. Food and water will be imported until local supplies are
determined to be free from contamination.
5.3.2 Decontamination
Decontamination is the reduction or removal of radioactive material
from a structure, area, vehicle, food item, object, or person.
Decontamination may be accomplished by treating the surface to
remove or decrease the contamination.
5.3.3 Allowing for Radioactive Decay
An effective countermeasure for some types of radiation is obtained by
allowing the time needed for radioactive particles to decay and by
keeping the general population from radioactive items, areas, food and
water. The normal use of items and areas can be resumed when
radiation and/or contamination levels meet acceptable standards.
6. EVACUATION ROUTES, CONCEPTS, AND ASSUMPTIONS
6.1 Routes
Local evacuation routes through individual communities and major recreation
centers are shown in the November 2012 Diablo Canyon Power Plant
Development of Evacuation Times Estimates, KLD Engineering, P.C., Figure 3.5
and Figures 3.6.1-13 show those evacuation routes. Essentially all state highways
and U.S. 101 serve as major evacuation routes. Key local evacuation routes
connect to the through routes. Figures 3.6.8-12 show local evacuation routes for
state and local parks.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) will coordinate control of evacuation traffic
throughout the EPZ to provide optimum usage of available capacity. The CHP has
developed an extensive Evacuation Traffic Management Plan.
Figure 3.7 shows locations established to receive evacuees toward the south, a
Reception Center at the Santa Maria Fairpark, and toward the north a Reception
and Congregate Care center at Camp Roberts. These centers are accessible from
the evacuation routes and are more than five miles outside the Emergency
Planning Zone (EPZ). Figure 3.8 shows locations established as public school
relocation centers. These facilities are accessible from the evacuation routes and
are located outside the EPZ. School children are relocated early in the
emergency, allowing parents and children to be reunited prior to going to one of
the Evacuee Monitoring, Decontamination, Reception and Congregate Care
Centers.
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6.2 Evacuation Concepts and Assumptions
Certain assumptions and operational concepts surround traffic management
during any evacuation connected with the Diablo Canyon Power Plant. The
following is a discussion of these ideas.
Wind Direction: Current and predicted wind conditions are factors involved in
the evacuation of specific Protective Action Zones (PAZs). Since more than one
PAZ may be affected, the CHP has the zones grouped into three basic sectors;
North, San Luis Obispo and South sectors.
Wind velocity, specifically the time necessary for a release plume to travel
through or over a PAZ, will also have a critical bearing upon the decision to
evacuate. It will determine the lead time required to obtain and place a sufficient
number of officers in the field to assist with traffic control during the evacuation.
CHP Staffing Requirements: Officers will be assembled and dispatched according
to Standard Operating Procedures. The number of officers estimated to staff each
PAZ during an evacuation has been determined. During an emergency, when it
becomes apparent that an evacuation may be necessary, CHP officers will be
assembled and briefed at safe locations which lends to expeditious deployment.
They will be issued emergency worker exposure control equipment and
procedures, and briefed on their use. If an evacuation becomes imminent, CHP
officers will be dispatched to direct traffic at their assigned posts.
Due to the numbers of officers needed to manage the evacuation traffic, CHP
personnel from outside San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Monterey Counties
will be required.
Traffic Restrictions - U.S. 101: Through traffic on U.S. 101 can be diverted at
several points north and south of San Luis Obispo County in anticipation of an
evacuation. When the County Command Group determines the evacuation is
necessary, traffic can be diverted as follows:
● South of San Luis Obispo: Northbound traffic can be diverted at State
Hwy. 126 in Ventura County; Hwy. 246 and Hwy. 154 in Santa Barbara
County; and at Hwy. 166 in San Luis Obispo County eastbound and
diverted to the Interstate 5 freeway.
● Likewise, traffic westbound on Hwy. 246 and Hwy. 154 can be restricted
to residents of northern Santa Barbara and southern San Luis Obispo
Counties.
● North of San Luis Obispo: Southbound traffic can be diverted at Hwy.
152 in Santa Clara County, Hwy. 198 in Monterey County and Hwy. 46 in
San Luis Obispo County eastbound to the Interstate 5 freeway.
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● Likewise, traffic westbound on Hwy. 46, Hwy. 41 and Hwy. 58 can be
restricted to residents of San Luis Obispo County.
● Traffic southbound on Hwy. 1 can be diverted at Carmel Valley Road in
Monterey County.
Media Coordination: CHP offices in the counties to the north and south of San
Luis Obispo County will coordinate and implement the traffic diversion methods.
CHP Offices in the Los Angeles and San Francisco metropolitan areas may also
be involved.
Evacuation Traffic Management: Once an evacuation order is given, two way
traffic flow may be able to continue. Emergency vehicles and returning buses
used in transporting evacuees must have ingress to the area. People may be
allowed to return home to retrieve family members, personal property, pets and
medications. For this reason, heavy traffic is expected in and out of the PAZs
designated for evacuation. This movement will likely occur during the first one to
three hours of the evacuation. Outbound traffic flows should become heaviest as
additional PAZs evacuate. Traffic control points will be managed with these
anticipated traffic flows in mind.
7. EVACUATION TIMES ESTIMATES
The estimated evacuation time for a PAZ is used to determine, under a specific projected
accident condition, whether evacuation or sheltering provides the best protective action to
take. A detailed analysis of evacuation has been conducted and is described in November
2012 Diablo Canyon Power Plant Development of Evacuation Time Estimates.6 Based
on these studies, evacuation time estimates for various combinations of protective action
zones have been developed. The evacuation time for institutions is a function of the
particular institution’s population and the availability of local and outside vehicles
suitable for evacuation.
The Evacuation Time Estimates is fully incorporated in this plan by reference for brevity
purposes and to avoid duplication. The ETE may also be modified or revised in different
time periods from this plan. See the distribution page at the beginning of this plan for
locations of the full Evacuation Time Estimates.
8. EMERGENCY CLASSIFICATION LEVEL (ECL)
6 Diablo Canyon Power Plant Development of Evacuation Time Estimates, KLD Engineering, P.C.
November 2012.
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Federal regulations and regulatory guidelines7 (NRC/FEMA) classify radiological
emergency conditions into four categories. These four categories which cover the entire
spectrum of postulated accidents are:
● UNUSUAL EVENT
● ALERT
● SITE AREA EMERGENCY
● GENERAL EMERGENCY
Certain planned actions will be taken by the utility and/or offsite authorities in response
to each of the four indicated emergency classification levels. DCPP/PG&E and the
County of San Luis Obispo have agreed to take actions at each defined emergency level
that equal or exceed the minimum response designated in federal guidance. These
response actions, by the county and DCPP/PG&E, are described in this section and
shown in Table 3.7. However, the Command Group’s Protection Action Decisions are
not limited to the response actions in Table 3.7. Actual decision-making is based upon
detailed calculations, deliberations and consideration of other variables, including the
predicted magnitude and composition of a potential release, meteorology and other offsite
conditions. An event need not begin at an Unusual Event classification and progress
through higher ECLs. An event may begin and end without escalating to a higher ECL.
8.1 UNUSUAL EVENT
UNUSUAL EVENTS are events that are in process or have occurred which
indicate a potential degradation of the level of safety of the plant or indicate a
security threat to facility protection has been initiated. No releases of radioactive
material requiring offsite response or monitoring are expected unless further
degradation of safety systems occurs.
These events do not constitute emergency conditions in themselves, but could
escalate to more severe conditions if appropriate action is not taken.
Upon notification of an UNUSUAL EVENT at the Diablo Canyon Power Plant,
required actions will include notification of the County of San Luis Obispo, Cal
OES and dissemination of information to designated elected officials and county
governmental agencies.
The primary purpose of offsite notification at an UNUSUAL EVENT is to apprise
county officials of abnormal conditions at the facility which may create
significant public interest. The frequency of UNUSUAL EVENTS may be
several times a year or more. Offsite notification also ensures unscheduled testing
of the offsite communication links. See Table 3.7 sheet 1.
7 Criteria for Preparation and Evaluation of Radiological Emergency Response Plans and Preparedness in
Support of Nuclear Power Plants, U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Federal Emergency Management
Agency, NUREG 0654/FEMA-REP-1, Revisio n 1, October 2011.
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8.2 ALERT
The ALERT classification is characterized by events that are in process or have
occurred that involve actual or potential substantial degradation of the level of
safety of the plant or a security event that involves probable life threatening risk
to site personnel or damage to site equipment because of hostile action. Any
releases are expected to be limited to small fractions of the U. S. EPA Protective
Action Guideline exposure levels.11
The ALERT classification constitutes the lowest level where emergency response
assistance to the plant site (such as medical, fire, or law enforcement) may be
anticipated.8
Limited releases or radioactive material to the environment may occur, possibly
resulting in a dose of ≤1 mREM to the whole body at the site boundary
(approximately 0.5 mile from the plant) under average meteorological conditions.
Upon notification of an ALERT at the Diablo Canyon Power Plant, required
actions will include: activation of the San Luis Obispo County Emergency
Operations Center (EOC), placing key emergency response resources and
personnel on standby, provision of confirmatory monitoring, notification of all
involved governmental officials designated in this Plan, and dissemination of
information to the public.
County and State Parks may be closed at the ALERT classification according to
the responsible jurisdiction’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). The
Command Group may also take additional actions.
The County Office of Education may confirm the dispatching of buses by San
Luis Coastal Unified School District to Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter School. San
Luis Coastal School District may dispatch buses to standby at appropriate schools
to facilitate possible relocation. Precautionary relocation of some schools may
occur at this stage following consultation by the District Superintendent of
Schools with the County Superintendent of Schools or designee located at the
EOC. The County Superintendent of Schools will maintain communication with
each school district’s superintendent and provide briefings to the Command
Group regarding each school district’s actions.
The purpose of the ALERT classification is to ensure that plant and offsite
emergency personnel are readily available to respond if the situation becomes
more serious. Secondary purposes are to provide offsite authorities with current
status information. See Table 3.7 sheet 2.
11 U. S. EPA 400-R-92-001 (May 92) Manual of Protective Action Guides and Protective Action s for
Nuclear Inc idents
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8.3 SITE AREA EMERGENCY
A SITE AREA EMERGENCY is characterized by events in process or that have
occurred that involve actual or potential substantial degradation of the level of
safety of the plant or a security event that involves probable life threatening risk
to site personnel or damage to site equipment because of hostile action. Any
releases expected to be limited to small fractions of the U.S. EPA Protective
Action Guideline exposure levels.
Although emergency actions for public protection may not be necessary, offsite
emergency response organizations should be mobilized and ready to implement
protective measures. Most events within the SITE AREA EMERGENCY
classification constitute actual or probable releases of radioactive material to the
environment. This includes any releases not expected to exceed U.S. EPA
Protective Action Guides except near the site boundary. In general, offsite doses
(should they occur) would be less than 1 REM whole body at the site area
boundary (approximately 0.5 mile radius). Protective actions may be advised at
the SITE AREA EMERGENCY classification. Closure of parks and beaches may
also be advised.
Upon notification of a SITE AREA EMERGENCY at the Diablo Canyon Power
Plant, the San Luis Obispo County EOC will be activated. Other actions may
include mobilization of emergency response personnel, public warning,
assessment and/or implementation of precautionary actions, monitoring, and
continued assessment.
The purpose of SITE AREA EMERGENCY notification is to assure that response
centers are activated and staffed; to assure that monitoring teams are dispatched;
to assure availability of personnel to support protective measures should they
become necessary; and to disseminate information. See Table 3.7 sheet 3.
8.4 GENERAL EMERGENCY
A GENERAL EMERGENCY classification is characterized by events that are
in process or have occurred which involve actual or imminent substantial core
degradation or melting with potential for loss of containment integrity or hostile
action that results in an actual loss of physical control of the facility. Releases can
be reasonably expected to exceed EPA Protective Action Guidelines exposure
levels offsite for more than the immediate site area.
Most all events within this classification constitute actual or imminent releases of
radioactive materials to the environment, one notable exception is an ECL for
security issues. Projected offsite doses could be 1.0 REM or greater to the whole
body and 5.0 REM or greater to the thyroid. Protective actions, possibly
evacuation, will likely be necessary.
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Upon notification of a GENERAL EMERGENCY at the Diablo Canyon Power
Plant, actions will include activation of the San Luis Obispo County EOC;
mobilization of emergency response personnel; public notification, information,
and instructions; implementation of protective actions as appropriate; continued
monitoring, and continued assessment. Depending on the situation, the most
likely protective action to be taken would be an evacuation of PAZs 1 and 2 (six
miles around plant) surrounding the plant and consideration of evacuation and/or
sheltering in areas further downwind. During a Security Event, any protective
actions decisions made by the County Command Group will be carefully
considered and coordinated with the event.
The purpose of the GENERAL EMERGENCY notification is to initiate
predetermined protective actions for the public, to provide for continuous
assessment of data supplied by DCPP, to initiate any additional measures, and to
disseminate information to the public. See Table 3.7 sheet 4.
Examples of nuclear power plant emergency initiating conditions which will
result in the declaration of an emergency classification can be found in NUREG
0654/FEMA-REP-1, Appendix 1.
9. TIME FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH RELEASE
The range of predicted times between the onset of accident conditions and the start of a
major release is on the order of one-half to several hours. The subsequent time period
over which radioactive material may be expected to be released is on the order of one-
half hour (short-term release) to a few days (continuous release). Table 3.7 summarizes
the guidance on time of the release.
10. EARTHQUAKE RESPONSE
This section addresses emergency response activities necessary to concurrently
implement the San Luis Obispo County/Cities Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response
Plan and the San Luis Obispo County Earthquake Emergency Response Plan (Earthquake
Plan).
10.1 Activation of Plans
The occurrence of a major earthquake will require the implementation of local
and state earthquake emergency response plans if significant damage has
occurred. In addition, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has mandated
through regulatory guidelines9 the automatic activation of radiologic emergency
9 NUREG-0654/FEMA-REP-1, Revision 1, Appendix 1 – Emergency Action Level Guides for Nuclear
Power Plants, 1980, as modified by Emergency Planning and Preparedness for Nuclear Power Reactors, NRC
Regulatory Guide 1.101, Revision 3, August 1992.
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plans for seismic shock exceeding specified levels as registered at the site of a
nuclear power plant.
The Emergency Classification Level (ECL) system includes the declaration of an
emergency based on any earthquake felt in-plant or detected by the Plant's
Seismic Monitoring System. Following the ECL descriptions in Section 3.6
above, an earthquake monitored at the Plant would be classified based on
gravitational (g) acceleration:
< 0.01 g (or felt within protected area) UNUSUAL EVENT
0.01< to < 0.20 g ALERT
0.20< to < 0.40 g SITE AREA EMERGENCY
Plant equipment damaged with GENERAL EMERGENCY
potential to cause a significant release
* (NOTE: The Diablo Canyon Power Plant is manually tripped at 0.40 g if it hasn't been
automatically tripped by instrumentation at 0.35 g.)
10.2 Scope of Earthquake Plans
The San Luis Obispo County Earthquake Emergency Response Plan provides
guidance for coordinating efforts throughout the county as a result of damaging
earthquake. Part of the effort includes guidelines to check on damages
throughout the area, including damage at Diablo Canyon.
As with other emergency management efforts, response priorities after an
earthquake are determined based on what areas need immediate assistance the
most, or which situation requires immediate attention. As such, should an
earthquake cause damages to Diablo Canyon which require an immediate
response, emergency resources can be used to concentrate on needed response
efforts as outlined in both this plan and the earthquake plan.
The County's Earthquake Plan provides an overview of the range of potential
damage caused by earthquake and it provides for immediate response to a major
damaging earthquake by local county and city agencies
Activation of the earthquake plan provides for immediate implementation of
situation reporting and damage assessment efforts by local, state, volunteer and
private organizations throughout the county. A more detailed explanation of the
organizational structure, command authority, responsibilities, functions and
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interactions required to mitigate the effects of an earthquake-caused emergency is
located in the County Earthquake Emergency Response Plan.
11. TSUNAMI RESPONSE
This section addresses emergency response activities necessary to concurrently
implement the San Luis Obispo County/Cities Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response
Plan and the San Luis Obispo County Tsunami Emergency Response Plan.
The ECL system includes the declaration of an emergency based on emergency response
and coordination related to receipt of a tsunami watch, advisory, or warning or the
occurrence of an actual tsunami along the San Luis Obispo County coastline.
Tsunamis are a series of ocean waves generated by vertical movement of the sea floor.
The movement is typically caused by earthquake related faulting, but can also result from
submarine landslides or volcanic eruptions. San Luis Obispo County could be affected
by a tsunami caused by fault related ground displacement on a local, near or offshore
fault (such as the Hosgri), or on a more distant fault. Common sources of tsunamis
affecting California in the past have been earthquakes on faults off the coast of Chile and
the North American coast (up to Alaska).
The tsunami hazard for the San Luis Obispo County coastal areas is greatest for those
communities or portions of communities located below the estimated elevations for the
100- to 500-year events, that is, below elevation 24 and 39 feet above mean sea level,
respectively. In general, much of the coastline of San Luis Obispo County is protected
from tsunami hazards by wide beaches, coastal dunes, or sea cliffs that provide protection
to coastal developments.
Run-up and inundation modeling and mapping, done by the University of Southern
California (USC) under contract to Cal OES in 2005 and 2006, indicates a general
potential maximum inundation elevation of 40 feet above mean sea level. However,
undersea geology or bathymetry and local natural or manmade structures may alter this
estimate and the county has decided to utilize an inundation of 50 feet above mean sea
level for emergency planning purposes.
DCPP is designed for storm surge waves of 36 feet and tsunami waves of 20 feet (source:
Diablo Canyon Independent Safety Committee’s (DCISC) 15th Annual Report, 2004-
2005). In 1981, DCPP experienced a 31-foot storm surge.
Diablo Canyon does include tsunami response planning as part of its emergency planning
activities, as does the County. DCPP is in direct contact not only with the County as it
relates to tsunami warnings, but also has direct communication with the California
Emergency Management Agency’s State Warning Center. DCPP’s procedures may
include a Notification of an Unusual Event from either a tsunami warning or observation
of low or high waters levels at the intake structure being indicative of a tsunami.
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Activation of the tsunami plan provides for immediate implementation of situation
reporting, evacuation and/or damage assessment efforts by local, state, volunteer and
private organizations along the coastline. A more detailed explanation of the
organizational structure, command authority, responsibilities, functions and interactions
required to mitigate the effects of a tsunami is located in the County Tsunami Plan.
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SECTION 4 – EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
1. COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION
By State law, all public agency employees in California are “disaster service workers.” San
Luis Obispo County Codes states “All officers and employees of this county …. shall
constitute the emergency organization of this county” (County Code 2.80.110)
The County Emergency Organization responding to a radiological emergency will be similar to
the emergency organization designed to respond to other emergencies under the San Luis Obispo
County Emergency Operations Plan. (See Figure 4.1.1)
The individual in charge of the County during an emergency is the Emergency Services Director,
who is the County Administrator.
Should the Director of Emergency Services (commonly referred to as Emergency Services
Director), who is the County Administrative Officer be unavailable or unable to serve, the
following succession order shall be followed, except under the conditions identified in the
following paragraph, to serve in the role of Emergency Services Director:
1. Assistant County Administrative Officer
2. County OES Principal Administrative Analyst
3. County Sheriff
4. Health Agency Director
5. County Health Officer
6. County General Services Agency Director
7. On Duty Sheriff’s Watch Commander until relieved by a higher ranking
Sheriff’s Department employee.
Should a vacancy occur in one of the above positions other than County Administrator or
Assistant County Administrative Officer, the County Administrator may remove that position
from the line of succession until such time as the person filling that position has sufficient
knowledge of the County, including the County's emergency organization and related
procedures, to perform the duties of alternate Emergency Services Director. That
determination shall be made by the County Administrator or Assistant County Administrative
Officer with possible input from other members of the County's emergency organization. The
Emergency Services Director may also remove any alternate ESD from the line of succession
should conditions develop which would make it in the best interest of the emergency
organization of the county.
In implementing the Plan, the Emergency Services Director is the ranking individual in the
Command Group, which is described in more detail below. The Emergency Services
Director is responsible for assuring continuity of resources and the county's capability of
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continuous (24-hour) operations for a protracted period. County departments participating
actively in responding to an emergency are classified into five groups, according to function:
• Command
• Operations
• Planning and Intelligence
• Logistics
• Finance and Administration
1.1 Command
The Command Group includes those responsible for directing the emergency
response and will function as a Unified Command. Within this group are those
individuals with authority to order actions in accordance with the county
emergency ordinance, to proclaim a LOCAL EMERGENCY, to request
declaration of a STATE OF EMERGENCY, and to enact emergency
proclamations. The County Board of Supervisors acts in an advisory/approval
role to the Command Group.
1.2 Operations Section
The Operations Section includes those functions that coordinate and provide
support to field response and direct emergency response actions. As an example,
the Law Enforcement Branch and Fire/Rescue Branch help coordinate field
operations, while a primary responsibility of the Public Works and Utilities
Branch is to mobilize and allocate transit resources as necessary and to support
traffic flow by setting traffic control barricades and/or emergency road repairs. In
addition to the Operations Section members in these functions, some additional
participating agency representatives include Schools Districts, the American Red
Cross, State Parks and Port San Luis. See Figure 4.1.2 for Operations Section
Organization Chart.
1.3 Planning and Intelligence Section
1.3.1 Those who provide specialized technical information and advice including
County Counsel and personnel from the County Planning Department and
County Agricultural Department responsible for providing Geographical
Information System (GIS) information.
1.3.2 Various County personnel responsible for collecting and disseminating
information (Documentation Unit).
1.3.3 Situation Reporting and Advanced Planning from Unified Dose
Assessment Center (UDAC).
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1.3.3.1 The Unified Dose Assessment Center (UDAC) is the area where
radiological data is collected and assessed by various agency
representatives who make joint recommendations to the County
Health Officer, Emergency Services Director and Command Group.
County members of the UDAC are from Environmental Health, the
Air Pollution Control District and the County Department of
Agriculture. Additional UDAC members are from the California
Department of Public Health (CDPH) and Cal OES, the U.S.
Department of Energy (DOE), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA), etc., and technical representatives from DCPP. The county
workers in the UDAC report to the Director of Environmental Health
who is designated as the UDAC Coordinator.
1.3.3.2 The duties as assigned to county staff who are UDAC members
are described in the Environmental Health Division SOPs (III.06) and
HP SOPs.
1.4 Logistics Section
The Logistics Section enables the County Emergency Organization to function
effectively. County General Services (facilities, purchasing) acts as the Logistics
Section Chief. Additional technical communication support staff are personnel
with specialized areas of responsibility such as the County Information
Technology Department (communications and computers), and the
Communications Unit.
1.5 Finance and Administration Section
The Finance and Administration section is responsible for financial and cost
aspects of the incident that are not assigned or included with other incident
functions. Staff members may include Auditor-Controller or Assistant Auditor-
Controller or Principal Administrative Analyst. Additional duties would be to
track personnel time reports, compensation and claims. This section may function
from a different location other than the EOC.
2. INTERAGENCY ORGANIZATION
Interagency lines of communication between the county and cities, state departments,
federal departments and DCPP/PG&E are indicated in Figure 4.2. This figure shows
fundamental lines of communication and coordination. In practice, there would be many
additional linkages, especially at the operational level (such as the city police
departments and Sheriff's Department working with the California Highway Patrol for
traffic control).
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As illustrated, the Command Group, with assistance from Plans and Operations Sections,
will be the coordinating unit for dealing with outside agencies. Some of the key lines of
coordination are:
● with the City Managers (or emergency services personnel) of the incorporated
cities to coordinate county wide response actions.
● with Santa Barbara County and the City of Santa Maria. The Santa Barbara
County and/or Santa Maria City may send a representative to the EOC to serve as
an Agency Representative.
• with DCPP in the exchange of information, implementation of protective
measures and public information activities.
● with the California Office of Emergency Services in coordinating state and
federal level assistance to the county (such as California Department of Public
Health, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (FEMA), Federal Emergency
Management Agency, Department of Energy, etc.). Direct coordination with key
local offices of state agencies will be assured through representation of the
California Highway Patrol (CHP), California Department of Transportation
(Caltrans), California Men's Colony (CMC), and California State Parks in the
County EOC.
The initial point of contact between DCPP and the county will be direct communications
to the Sheriff's Watch Commander from the plant site. If an ALERT or higher
emergency level is declared, DCPP will activate the Technical Support Center (TSC) and
take steps to activate the Emergency Operations Facility (EOF). Prior to EOF activation
emergency notifications/messages to the county will come either from the Control Room
or the TSC to the Sheriff’s Department Watch Commander. The EOF will have an initial
contingent of three assigned persons from DCPP’s staff:
● Advisor to the County Emergency Organization
● Public Information Officer
● Technical Advisor assigned to the Joint Information Center
When fully staffed, the EOF will include the Emergency Director who has overall
responsibility for the direct management of DCPP’s and PG&E’s response to the
emergency. Other DCPP technical staff will be assigned to coordinate with the county.
Adjacent to the Sheriff's Department (located next to the EOC) is Camp San Luis Obispo,
a California National Guard Facility. If outside resources provided by the State or
Federal government agencies are brought in, the National Guard will activate the facility
as a logistical support base to provide office space and accommodations.
Provisions have been made for the federal response to the local area. Office space is
provided for FEMA in the EOF. Telephones to meet the NUREG-0654 requirements are
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provided. The nearest airport is the San Luis Obispo Airport which is approximately 8
miles from the EOC/EOF. Alternate airports are in Santa Maria to the south and Paso
Robles to the north.
3. LINES OF AUTHORITY
Authority documents are indicated in Section 1.4. This section highlights important legal
considerations involved in the implementation of the Plan.
3.1 Direction of County Emergency Response
The direction of emergency response rests with the County Emergency Services
Director, who has the authority to make use of the broad powers spelled out in the
county code. The County Administrative Officer (CAO) is the Emergency
Services Director (ESD). A line of succession approved by the County Board of
Supervisors indicates who will assume that role if the CAO is unavailable (See
Section 4.1).
3.2 Proclamation of Local Emergency
The Emergency Services Director is empowered to proclaim a Local Emergency
if the Board of Supervisors is not in session. (The Board of Supervisors must
ratify the proclamation within seven days.) If in session, the Board of Supervisors
must pass the proclamation of emergency.
3.3 Proclamation of State of Emergency
The Chairperson of the Board of Supervisors is empowered to request that the
Governor declare a "State of Emergency" when the locally available resources are
inadequate to cope with the emergency. (If the Chairperson is unavailable, the
ESD is empowered to make the request.)
If a STATE OF EMERGENCY has been declared, all state agencies operate
under the direction of the Governor. This effectively centralizes all emergency
operations of State agencies.
4. COMMAND AND CONTROL ASSIGNMENTS
The following tasks of overall command and control of the County emergency response
are assigned to the Command Group:
4.1 Operate the County Emergency Operations Center.
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4.2 Direct the overall emergency response of the County and the cities within the
EPZ.
4.3 Exercise powers as necessary to respond to the emergency.
4.4 Serve as point of contact for state and federal agency leaders.
4.5 Serve as point of contact for DCPP/PG&E.
4.6 Evaluate the emergency situation.
4.7 Supervise the alert, notification and dissemination of emergency instructions to
the public.
4.8 Direct the implementation of protective actions.
4.9 Ensure that adequate administrative, technical and material resources are available
or are requested including the following:
4.9.1 Local resources:
4.9.1.1 Through the direction of county departments and EOC Logistics.
4.9.1.2 Through mutual aid and cooperation with the cities and other local
jurisdictions.
4.9.1.3 Through the use of private resources and volunteers.
4.9.2 State and mutual aid, including California National Guard.
4.9.3 Federal aid or assistance, if needed.
4.10 Provide direction to Section Chefs to ensure response is carried out.
4.11 Set priorities if multiple emergencies exist.
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SECTION 5 – CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
The following is an overview of the emergency operations as outlined in this plan. Specific steps
to "implement" the operations of various Departments, Agencies, and Jurisdictions are located in
PART THREE of the Plan, which is made up of initial Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
1. INITIAL EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION (PLAN ACTIVATION CRITERIA)
The Plan will be activated by the Sheriff’s Department Watch Commander after receiving
and verifying the notification. The Watch Commander will have and may use an
Emergency Notification Form to assist in receiving emergency information details. The
county can be notified that there is a problem at Diablo Canyon Power Plant (DCPP) by
two different methods
The first method is the plant’s Control Room notifying the County Sheriff's Department
Watch Commander's Desk (which is staffed 24 hours a day) via the dedicated telephone
line. Alternate / backup communications include a two-way radio system and commercial
telephones.
The second method is the California Emergency Management Agency, which maintains
24-hour staffing at the State Warning Center in Sacramento. Upon receipt of security
related information or indications from the independent near site/offsite radiation
monitoring system and remote alarm indicators;10 Cal OES would immediately contact
the county, the utility, and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). They will
resolve with the county, the utility, and the NRC the appropriate initial response to be
taken by the county. Unless otherwise indicated, this condition shall be responded to as
if it were a Notification of Unusual Event. This will ensure that the county will activate
the appropriate response personnel to respond to this situation.
Within 15 minutes of the declaration of an Emergency Classification Level (ECL), DCPP
will transmit to the county all of the information required for initial assessment. The
response will be in accordance with Emergency Classification Level accident
classification system, to ensure there is no misunderstanding as to the severity of the
situation. Table 3.7 summaries the actions taken by both the county and DCPP/PG&E at
each of the Emergency Classification Levels. Detailed response actions are contained in
the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for each emergency position/function.
Implementation of protective actions will be coordinated by local jurisdictions and
County EOC as directed by the County Emergency Services Director.
1.1 Security Events at DCPP
10 These systems are installed as specified by California Health and Safety Code, “Radiation Monitoring
Devices for Nuclear Power Plants” (Division 20, Chapter 7.1, Sections 25620-25624)
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Notification of a security event or hostile action at DCPP will be initiated by a 9-1-1 call
for assistance to the Sheriff’s Dispatch Center or Sheriff Watch Commander. Onsite
assistance will be provided as requested. Activation of emergency response facilities will
continued to be based on the declaration of an Emergency Classification Level of Alert or
higher.
2. NOTIFICATION AND MOBILIZATION
A summary of response actions following an Emergency Classification notification
regarding Diablo Canyon Power Plant is described in Part One, Section 3 and in Table 3-
9. Notification procedures are described in detail at the individual department level in
Part Three, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
At the time of initial contact with the county, DCPP is required to furnish relevant
information concerning the emergency situation. The initial assessment is to include, as
appropriate:
● information on plant status and projected status,
● assistance requested to DCPP via “911”
● radiological release status,
● meteorological conditions,
● Protective Action Recommendations, if any
The Standard Operating Procedures and county/utility emergency classification system11
will help determine which personnel are notified and mobilized. Emergency response
personnel will be notified to stand by and/or mobilize to implement the provisions of this
Plan consistent with the Emergency Classification Level categories. For example, at a
Notification of Unusual Event, County Office of Emergency Services personnel will be
notified to stand by and monitor conditions.
In the event that conditions at the plant degrade to more serious action levels, additional
emergency response personnel will be notified (per SOP) to standby or be dispatched to
initiate preparatory functions. For example, at an ALERT level or higher, the emergency
personnel will take immediate steps to activate the Emergency Operations Center
(including the Unified Dose Assessment Center) and the Joint Information Center.
Primary notification and confirmation is to be by telephone in a "cascade" fashion. Some
workers may also be notified by radios, pagers, or tone alert radios and/or have contact
numbers where they are reachable on a 24-hour basis. A radio notification may provide a
backup to the telephone system.12 Some county departments, schools, medical and other
institutions can be provided information by means of a monitor radio with tone alert. In
order to minimize the time required to mobilize key personnel, call lists are prioritized.
11 See Table 3.7; “Summary of Actions at the Four Emergency Classification Levels”
12 Exception to this method of operation is with fire and law services, which use two-way radios as a primary
notification means, with telephone backup.
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3. INFORMATION ACQUISITION AND SITUATION REPORTING
3.1 Plant Conditions and Radiological Information
At ALERT or greater, the county continuously assesses the offsite consequences
caused by the possible release of an airborne radioactive plume and recommends
the implementation of measures to protect the general public. The county
acquires information from both DCPP (concerning onsite events and offsite
consequences) and the Joint Field Monitoring Teams (FMT).
3.2 Offsite Situations
In any situation where there is a potential for an offsite release (Emergency
Classification Level of ALERT or greater), the county will take steps to
independently confirm the plant's assessment. The initial response will be to
dispatch Joint Field Monitoring Teams to predetermined locations depending on
meteorological conditions or place on standby as the situation requires.
The county may also provide a representative from Environmental Health to work
in the DCPP Offsite Emergency Lab (OEL), which provides more sophisticated
instrumentation than hand-held devices. The field monitoring teams will attempt
to verify that a release has not occurred or will measure the magnitude and
direction of the release. This effort will be expanded if measurements or
projections indicate the possibility of a release of significance in offsite areas.
Augmentation for the Field Monitoring Teams will primarily come from the U.S.
Department of Energy, which coordinates federal radiological assistance. Arrival
of outside resources will be in a three-to-eight-hour time frame. Additional state
and federal assistance will respond, as resource requests and the situation
requires.
The offsite radiological assessment capabilities during the plume phase will be
centralized through the establishment of a Unified Dose Assessment Center
(UDAC) in the co-located County EOC and the DCPP/PG&E Emergency
Operations Facility (EOF). The UDAC will bring the county, utility, state and
federal dose assessment participants who are involved in offsite dose assessment
together with accident data. This data will form the basis for protective action
recommendations which will be provided to, discussed among and decided upon
by the County Command Group. The UDAC Coordinator, the County
Environmental Health Director or designee, will be responsible for presenting the
findings and recommendations of the UDAC to the County Unified Command
Group.
In accordance with state guidelines, during the plume phase of the emergency, the
county has the responsibility for assessing the consequences caused by the
passage of an airborne radioactive plume and for implementing precautionary
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and/or protective measures. The assessment of longer-term effects such as the
subsequent intake of radioactive materials through contaminated food and water
supplies, as well as liquid releases having the potential for offsite consequences, is
the responsibility of the state.13
The determination of exposure from the direct (airborne plume) radiation pathway
will involve field measurement of direct gamma exposure rates, airborne
concentrations of radionuclide particulates and radioiodine, and measurements of
radiation exposure rates resulting from the deposition of radioactive material on
surfaces. The county will provide appropriately equipped Field Monitoring
Teams. The CA Department of Public Health and the federal government will
provide supplementary technical expertise and long-term monitoring support.
Accident assessment will begin upon indication of an abnormal condition at the
plant. In the initial hours, the county and the utility will be involved. If an
emergency condition with the potential for an offsite release remains four to six
hours after the initial declaration, the county assessment effort will be augmented
by state and federal assistance. (See Figure 5-1) Additional state and federal
accident assessment personnel will arrive should the emergency continue beyond
the first day, and such personnel will also be incorporated into the decision
making process.
DCPP assessment capabilities include field monitoring teams, offsite laboratory,
meteorological data collection towers, onsite and offsite monitors, and health
physics and other assessment personnel assisted by the computer based
Emergency Assessment and Response System (EARS).
DCPP/PG&E Emergency Response Organization (ERO) personnel at the
Technical Support Center (TSC, may provide the County with some initial data
and projections. However, upon activation of the EOF, data and projections will
be the responsibility of the EOF and UDAC. Information will include the
following:
● Plant Status and Conditions
● Radioactive Releases (Onsite)
● Offsite Radiation Measurements
● Meteorological Conditions
● Dose Projections
● Protective Actions Recommendations
Initially, this information will be transmitted directly from the power plant to the
Sheriff's Department. For all Emergency Classification Levels at ALERT or
greater, the county will staff the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and
UDAC including Field Monitoring Teams from the County Environmental Health
13 See ‘Ingestion Pathway Responsibilities,” Section 5,13
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Division. The utility will send a representative to act as an Advisor to the County
in the EOC and also send personnel and Field Monitoring Teams to UDAC and
the Emergency Operations Facility (EOF) to allow face-to-face interaction with
the county. Upon activation of the EOF (by the utility) and the EOC (by the
County), the Sheriff's Watch Commander will be relieved from the duty of
receiving notifications, status reports and from the duty of responding to
protective action recommendations received from the power plant. Information
will then be routed to the County through the EOF. The DCPP Advisor to the
County emergency organization is responsible for ensuring information continues
to be received by the County in a timely manner.
The County Command Group will:
3.2.1 Continue to collect information, projections and recommendations from TSC
and/or EOF. Although Protective Action Recommendations will be considered,
the County Command Group may not implement any decision.
3.2.2 Continue to coordinate with and collect information from the Cal OES Warning
Center, as needed.
3.2.3 Request federal assistance through the state in monitoring and assessment if the
emergency level is “ALERT” or greater. (Channel requests through State
Warning Center if no Cal OES representative is present in the EOC.)
3.2.4 Oversee the dispatch of and subsequent receipt of initial field data from the Joint
Field Monitoring Teams.
3.2.5 Consult with UDAC (if operational) or with Cal OES concerning radiological
consequences and determine if there are any recommendations for protective
action.
Upon arrival of the UDAC Coordinator or alternate and appropriate staff at the
county EOC, the UDAC will be in operation, and radiological assessment
responsibility will rest with this individual as UDAC Coordinator. Within four to
eight hours, personnel from the California Department of Public Health will arrive
to assist in sample analysis, data interpretation, advising the UDAC coordinator,
and preparation of dose estimates. In the longer term, their primary function will
be to direct the sampling effort for the protection of food and water supplies in
conjunction with the County's Agricultural Commissioner’s office. Also within
four to eight hours, the U.S. Department of Energy Aerial Monitoring Team can
be collecting data by airborne means, if needed.
Information acquisition and accident assessment will take place continuously
from the time of initial indication of an accident. To maintain this function while
the county emergency organization is forming, the county's initial assessment
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rests with the personnel on duty at the Sheriff's Department at time of initial
indication of a potential accident.
4. PUBLIC ALERTING, NOTIFICATION, AND INFORMATION
Primary responsibility for prompt alert and notification of the public lies with the
County.14 Notification of the public involves both alerting that an emergency condition
exists and the issuance of instructions to the public so that protective actions may be
implemented. For more information on public alert and notification, see the DCPP
Design Report for Alert and Notification of the Public.
4.1 Public Alerting and Notification
When protective actions are issued, an area-wide siren system, designated as the
Early Warning System (EWS) within the Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ), will
alert members of the general public to go indoors and tune their radios and
televisions to any local station to receive emergency information and instructions
through the Emergency Alert System (EAS). The siren system has the ability to
activated by single siren, groups, by PAZ, or all sirens. The Command Group will
decide which sirens to sound.
The County Public Information Manager (PIM) will develop emergency
instructions based on the Command Group decisions. The emergency information
will be approved and signed by the Emergency Services Director or designee
prior to release. The County EOC Plans Section Situation Status Unit will inform
public safety dispatchers or EOCs prior to activation of the Emergency Warning
System sirens. The EAS operator will activate the EAS system to broadcast the
approved emergency information at the conclusion of the sounding sirens. The
County Public Information Officer (PIO) will release the same approved
emergency information to the media at the Joint Information Center (JIC).
The State Department of Parks, County Sheriff’s Department, Port San Luis
Harbor District, County Fire and incorporated personnel from city police, fire, and
other departments as necessary and , depending upon the jurisdiction, will carry
out the appropriate notifications, as needed.
Isolated rural population and transients may be notified by vehicles with mobile
public address systems assisted by helicopter surveillance and warning, as
available.
14 See Criteria for Preparation and Evaluation of Radiological Emergency Response Plans and
Preparedness in Support of Nuclear Power Plants, Appendix 3, “Means for Providing Prompt Alerting and
Notification of Response Organizations and the Population, “ U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, NUREG
0654, Revision 1, November 1980.
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Those at sea on commercial or pleasure craft will be notified by marine radio
broadcast from the US Coast Guard. Assistance can be provided by air resources
as available.
Institutions such as hospitals, nursing homes, and schools may be notified
individually via telephone or tone-alert radio with instructions regarding the
recommended protective action to be taken. Upon such notification, these
institutions will implement their internal emergency response procedures in
response to the recommended protective action.
Initially, during an emergency, both local residents and persons traveling through
the area will be on the area roads. These local travelers will be advised of the
emergency conditions through news releases and Emergency Alert System
messages. Non-local travelers can be diverted from entering the planning area.
Roadblocks outside the perimeter of the planning area may be established
depending on the situation.
For limited numbers of the special populations – those individuals on the
Evacuation Assistance List - phone calls, TTY service, or patrol car visits, as
appropriate, will be made. This list is developed from cards returned by citizens
who receive the annual emergency information calendar (See Section 5.9.1).
Independent living individuals unable to evacuate themselves due to a disability
or medical need must return a card each year to remain on the list. Individuals
who do not return their card are contacted directly by County Office of
Emergency Services for follow-up.
The notification system to alert, inform and guide the public has three
components:
4.1.1 Notification of the Public Regarding the Emergency
One of the ways to alert and notify the public of an emergency at
Diablo Canyon Power Plant during an ALERT or greater Emergency
Classification Level is through the use of print media. For example,
information about early actions to move school children from selected
schools near the plant could be provided through the media without the
use of the Early Warning Systems sirens.
Depending upon the sequence and timing of any safety degradation at
the plant, the Emergency Services Director or Public Information
Manager (PIM) may provide emergency information to the public using
the local Emergency Alert System, and to apprise schools, hospitals and
institutions of the conditions at the plant through the use of tone alert
radios and or National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
(NOAA) all hazards radio system.
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4.1.2 Public Warnings
In the event a Protective Action Decision is made for Protective Action
Zones (PAZ) to evacuate or shelter in place, warning of the area
population can be accomplished by sounding an area-wide outdoor
siren system.15 The siren system is activated from the County Sheriff's
Watch Commander’s Office, EOC Operations, or the backup location in
San Luis Obispo. Sounding the sirens is not a signal to evacuate, but is
a signal used alerting of the public to go indoors, turn on a radio or a
television to a local station and receive specific information and
instructions through use of the Emergency Alert System (EAS)
messages.
Even though the siren system covers a wide area around the plant,
certain population groups may require additional alerting. For example,
persons on beaches and in public parks may not have ready access to
radios. In these areas, mobile vehicles with public address systems may
be used to alert and provide specific instructions.
In some isolated areas including portions of Montana De Oro State
Park, additional notifications may be carried out with the use of mobile
public address systems on a California Highway Patrol helicopter or
with Sheriff's Department’s vehicles. In many situations, these areas
will be closed prior to the Protective Action Decision being
implemented.
Commercial and pleasure craft off the coast will be notified via marine
radio broadcast and by the U.S. Coast Guard on Marine 16.
4.1.3 Public Guidance Information
Immediately following the activation of the siren system, local radio
and television stations will broadcast the EAS message with specific
guidance information relative to:
• That an emergency exists at DCPP
• Who is issuing the information
• Where to get additional information
• To stay tuned and additional information as necessary
This guidance information will be broadcast regularly and updated as
conditions warrant. The use of EAS messaging may be used without
using the Emergency Warning System (EWS)
15 In some instances this may be done at the Site Area Emergency level, at the discretion of the Command
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If there is a change in the protective action decision, the siren system
will again be activated and additional instructions will be broadcast to
the public.
4.2 Public Information
In addition to the Emergency Alert System message content, the county will
provide clear and prompt information, such as traffic advisories during an
evacuation, or additional measures to be taken to protect against radiation
inhalation. Information of this nature will be disseminated from the Emergency
Operations Center (EOC) by the County Emergency Alert Systems Operator at
the EOC and to the media by the County Public Information Officer at the Joint
Information Center (JIC).
Another method of providing information to the public is through the use of social
networks, such as Twitter and Facebook and the County Office of Emergency
Services website. The use of social media is another channel allowing recipients
to receive emergency notifications beyond those methods of traditional alerting
systems. All users who are members of the appropriate network may receive the
alert. Social media messages will most often be generated from the Joint
Information Center and EOC and overseen by the PIM or designee Because
multiple and redundant alerting channels ensure maximum reach of the population
in the event of an emergency, alerting via web-based channels allows social
network users to receive critical alerts from their trusted organizations. Links can
also be provided to sites that are delivering critical information and updates on the
emergency. Any social media will be purely as supplemental information source.
4.2.1 NOTIFICATION OF UNUSUAL EVENT
At this level, the EOC and JIC are not activated. Accordingly, the
Emergency Services Director (ESD) is responsible for the gathering and
release of public information concerning the situation, if necessary. The
ESD coordinates with a PIO, the County Office of Emergency Services
Coordinators, and DCPP media relations representatives if necessary.
4.2.2 ALERT or Greater Emergency Classification Level
The designated County PIO, in coordination with the designated
DCPP/PG&E personnel, will take steps to activate the Joint Information
Center (JIC) located on Kansas Avenue, close to the EOC and EOF.
The Joint Information Center will include:
4.2.2.1 An area for media briefings.
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4.2.2.2 A Media Communications Area with telephone facilities
for use by the media.
4.2.2.3 A Public Information Center gathering area for use by
County, Utility and various agencies’ PIOs and staff
collecting information and coordinating with other
representatives in preparation of news releases.
4.2.2.4 A Phone Assistance Center/Rumor Control (see point 4.2.3
below for details).
The County Command Group shall initiate and authorize public
information releases. An approval of a news release will require the
authorization of the Emergency Services Director, or others delegated
this authority by the ESD.
The County PIM will be responsible for the release of information to
the media under the supervision of the County Command Group. The
County PIO will serve as the County Spokesperson regarding county
actions in response to the emergency. Prior to release, county
information will be coordinated, as much as possible, with other
involved parties, including DCPP, local, state, and federal agencies. No
other participating emergency response organization, or agency, should
make any public announcement which directly concerns or affects the
local county situation without coordinating with the County PIO, PIM
or ESD.
Participating emergency response agencies and organizations may send
qualified representatives to media briefings concerning their
agency/organization actions. In addition to the County PIO, a
knowledgeable senior government official may be sent to the Joint
Information Center by the County Command Group to participate in
media briefings, as soon as this is feasible.
In addition, PG&E will establish an alternate media center in San
Francisco, for the purpose of responding to telephone calls from the
media. Information released in San Francisco will be consistent with
the information that is released in San Luis Obispo.
4.2.3 Phone Assistance Center (PAC) - RUMOR CONTROL
FUNCTION
At ALERT or greater Emergency Classification Level, the County
Social Services Director will staff the PAC located in the Public
Information Center portion of the JIC.
The JIC staff will provide current information to the PAC staff,
including copies of all news releases and EAS messages.
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The PAC also performs the rumor control function by identifying
misinformation or trends of inquiries and relays this information to the
County PIM. A rumor identified by the PAC and relayed to the PIM is
checked, through the County Emergency Operations Center/PIM.
Rumors that have the potential to adversely affect the response to the
emergency should be dispelled through the use of accurate information
released to the media by the County Public Information function.
5. PRECAUTIONARY AND PROTECTIVE ACTIONS
Various actions may be implemented. They include precautionary actions; actions to
shield people from radioactive material (sheltering) or actions to remove people from the
area where a health hazard exists (evacuation).
5.1 Precautionary Actions
Precautionary actions are those steps that can effectively be taken without
significant social or economic impact on the area residents while providing
increased preparedness in the event of a potential emergency or hazard. These
actions may be initiated well in advance of a projected offsite emergency
condition and may include some or all of the following:
● Closure of beaches and state
● Mobilization and/or dispatching of bus(es) to standby at appropriate
school(s) for possible relocation.
● Restriction of hospital patient admittance to emergency cases only.
● Cancellation of school classes or school closures.
● Relocation of public schools closest to the Diablo Canyon Power Plant.
● Rescheduling of other activities expected to draw large numbers of
transients into the area.
● Release of information that the county is monitoring the situation and may
recommend protective actions for the public if necessary.
These precautionary measures can be instituted when it has been determined that
safety issue at the plant presents an onsite emergency condition; even through no
offsite hazard is projected to occur. Measures such as closure of state parks and
relocation of public schools closest to the plant enhance the counties
preparedness. By taking early precautions both vehicles and personnel are
available for other emergency responses if the event escalates to a level that
requires protective actions. The use of the Early Warning System sirens are not
used for precautionary actions, though the use of the EAS can be used as
appropriate.
5.2 Protective Actions - Sheltering In Place
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The non-institutionalized population may be sheltered in-place, as a precautionary
action, by following emergency instructions received over local radio and
television stations. The instructions will tell the population to stay indoors and
close doors and windows, if sheltering is ordered. In the event an actual release
requires additional safety measures, supplemental emergency instructions will be
issued detailing protective measures to be taken, such as sealing off cracks and
other openings, turning off ventilation systems, and other forms of improvised
protection. Similar measures can be taken within institutions, according to their
plans. Public schools districts within the EPZ have sheltering in place procedures
in their district’s school Standard Operating Procedures. Hospitals follow their
own shelter in place procedures.
Should releases occur which would deposit sufficient quantities of radioactive
materials in populated areas, sheltered populations would be relocated (i.e.,
evacuated after plume passage)16. If such a situation were to occur, the County
would secure the affected areas. Evacuees would be monitored and
decontaminated as necessary. In this instance, significant outside assistance
through mutual aid from state and federal resources would be required.
5.3 Evacuation
The sole purpose of evacuation is to remove the population from the affected
areas as rapidly and safely as possible to locations beyond the health hazard
limits. Evacuation Routes are found in Section 3.4. The area population is
grouped into four categories according to how they evacuate:
● Auto-owning population, defined as those who ride out of the area in
private automobiles. This population segment includes all members of
car-owning households (except school children, if schools are in session).
● Public school population (if schools are in session), defined as all children
at public schools, County Office of Education and California State
Preschool schools. This population is evacuated directly from schools, in
school buses, under the control of the school staff if they have not been
relocated in advance or if there is an order to evacuate.
• Private school and non-California State Preschool students, defined as all
children attending private or non-public funded schools. In regards to this
Plan, all schools within the EPZ are encouraged to have an emergency
response plan that provides information and instructions regarding the
care, safety and welfare of the children, personnel and property in the
event of an emergency. Protective actions should include sheltering in
16 The potential effectiveness of sheltering followed by relocation is documented in the State study
of nuclear power plant accidents and in the planning guidance document which designated the emergency
planning zone.
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place, methods of their evacuation and relocations, and how parents will
be notified of an emergency. Private schools within the EPZ are notified
by the County Office of Education’s notification phone team.
● Non-Auto-Owning population (or carless population), includes all persons
in households where a car is not reasonably available for evacuation.
Most of this population is evacuated by friends and relatives. Those not
evacuated assemble at designated collection points and are evacuated by
bus. Those not able to walk to the designated collection points due to a
disability or medical need may call the Phone Assistance Center (PAC).
(That number is listed in the YP phone book and will also be announced
and published in media releases.)
● Population in institutions, defined as primarily those persons in hospitals,
nursing homes County Jail, Juvenile Services Center and California Men’s
Colony. Following the agency’s specific Standard Operation Procedures,
this population may evacuate, if necessary, directly from the institutions
using the facility’s buses, special vehicles, or the institution’s staff
vehicles. Hospitals follow their own evacuation procedures.
The institutional population will be instructed on the evacuation process by the
staff of that particular institution. Necessary personal effects will be assembled
and essential medical records gathered.
Transit vans, other buses and institutional staff vehicles will pick up ambulatory
hospital patients, nursing home residents, and other persons not requiring
ambulance transportation. These passengers will be transported directly to their
host site, medical facility or congregate care center, as appropriate.
Non-ambulatory persons will be transported directly from institutions by
ambulance and other vehicles. These vehicles will be drawn from local fleets and
from in adjacent counties.
In specific areas where institutionalized populations cannot evacuate, the County
Health Officer may authorize the use of iodine blocking pills made of potassium
iodide (KI) for those who remain in affected areas. A summary of the evacuation
steps is shown in the table on the following page:
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SUMMARY OF EVACUATION STEPS
POPULATION SEGMENT
ACTION STEPS AND DESCRIPTIONS
AUTO-OWNING
POPULATION
(All members of households, except
children at school, having a private
vehicle available for evacuation.)
1. RECEIVE NOTIFICATION, including
instructions for evacuating
2. LEAVE PLACE OF WORK.
3. TRAVEL FROM WORK TO HOME, similar to
normal work trip.
4. PREPARE HOME FOR EVACUATION: Close
house, secure property.
5. DRIVE OUT OF THE AREA in private vehicles,
using designated routing.
SCHOOL POPULATION
(All persons in public schools, if
not previously relocated)
1. RECEIVE NOTIFICATION, including
instructions for evacuating.
2. MOVE ALL STUDENTS INDOORS
3. RELOCATE SCHOOL POPULATION IN
BUSES, to pre-designated school relocation centers.
NON-AUTO-OWNING
POPULATION (CARLESS)
(Persons not having a private
vehicle available for evacuation.)
1. RECEIVE NOTIFICATION, including
instructions for evacuating.
2. PREPARE HOME FOR EVACUATION: Close
house, secure property.
3. ASSEMBLE AT COLLECTION POINTS
4. EVACUATE NONAUTO-OWNING
POPULATION IN BUSES.
PERSONS IN INSTITUTIONS
(Hospitals, nursing homes, or
medical institutions, etc.)
1. RECEIVE NOTIFICATION, including
instructions for evacuating.
2. MOBILE POPULATION, prepare population for
evacuation.
3. EVACUATE INSTITUTIONAL POPULATION
IN BUSES, STAFF VEHICLES, OR SPECIAL
VEHICLES, according to the agency’s Standard
Operating Procedures (SOP).
Incarcerated Persons 4. RECEIVE NOTIFICATION and institution
officials will follow agency’s SOP; if not able to
evacuate incarcerated individuals, CHO can
authorize the use of potassium iodide (KI).
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5.1.4 Confirmation of Evacuation
Evacuation will be confirmed by law enforcement agencies. Confirmation
of evacuation will take place both during an evacuation for the purpose of
judging the progress and at the end in order to insure completion.
Although primarily intended to insure the population has left potential
impact areas, confirmation also aids in establishing security control of
evacuated areas.
5.1.5 Evacuation of On-Site Personnel
Should it become necessary to evacuate personnel from the plant site,
DCPP has designated the southern plant access road as a primary
evacuation route with a secondary road to the north through Montana De
Oro State Park. (See Figure 5.2) Evacuation from the plant site would
come in stages with nonessential personnel evacuating first (i.e., visitors,
contractor and construction personnel, and any other onsite individuals
who do not have an emergency response assignment). On-site personnel
are to assemble at designated points for accountability prior to their being
released by the DCPP Site Emergency Coordinator. Alternate offsite
assembly areas are available for the north: the parking lot by the Ranger's
station in Montana De Oro State Park or the Morro Bay Power Plant, and
to the south: the Port San Luis Harbor parking lot adjacent to the plant
gate at Avila Beach, the Avila Beach parking lot, or the PG&E Energy
Education Center on the frontage road (Ontario Road) at the San Luis Bay
Drive exit and U.S. 101.17 In the case of an on-site evacuation of DCPP
personnel “...an estimated 900 [personal] vehicles would be instructed to
evacuate the site, with some personnel remaining on-site for emergency
action.”18
County assistance to an on-site evacuation includes the County Command
Group providing requested support, as available, to DCPP and notifying
off-site locations/operations that may be impacted
5.1.6 Actions During a Security Event
Should a security event occur at DCPP, actions to protect the health and
safety of the public from that event may be necessary. Any actions
necessary will be directed and implemented by the Incident Commander
responsible for the security event. Any actions necessary due to the
security event, are not considered Protective Action Decisions and will not
require the use of the siren system or EAS. Should the security event
17 For details regarding DCPP/PG&E procedures, see the Diablo Canyon Power Plant Units 1 and 2
Emergency Plan, Section 6.4 Protective Actions. 18 Final Report Evacuation Time Assessment for Transient and Permanent Population from Various Areas
Within the Plume Exposure Pathway Emergency Planning Zone. Wilbur Smith. September 2002. pg. 36.
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escalate to cause a potential or actual radiological emergency, the County
EOC will implement plans and procedures to provide for the health and
safety of the public and Protective Action Decisions make be directed.
Note* Due to the remote location of DCPP, a security event at the plant
may have minimal impact on surrounding areas.
7. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
The County Unified Command will initiate actions to establish traffic control during the
evacuation. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) will be responsible for developing the
traffic control strategy and for overall management of the traffic control function. In this
role, CHP will be responsible for traffic control on all roads in the unincorporated areas
of the county, highways and freeways.
7.1 Coordination
The CHP Area Commander assigned to the County EOC will coordinate with the
County Command Group to confirm the overall sequence of evacuation by zone
and roadway utilization.
The CHP will be responsible for coordinating with the County Sheriff’s
Department, county public works department, Caltrans, and the affected city
police departments in implementing traffic control plans for the evacuation.
Coordinated departmental traffic management plans have been developed and
incorporated as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
7.2 Traffic Management within Cities
Traffic management has been pre-planned for evacuation routes, alternate routes,
and traffic control points within Emergency Planning Zone Cities. The CHP will
dispatch personnel to the individual city emergency operation centers to facilitate
traffic management coordination as available.
During the evacuation, normal traffic operations will generally be maintained.
Specifically, two-way streets will continue in two-way operations; traffic signals
will continue to function and so forth. Some modifications may be made,
however all operations will be implemented and supervised by city police and the
California Highway Patrol.
During a total area evacuation, there will be considerable traffic congestion on
most major roadways. The locations and extent of this traffic congestion are
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described in a separate report.19 Evacuation of most sub areas, such as the Five
Cities, would allow traffic on most roads to flow at low speeds.
8. NOTIFICATION OF RESIDENTS
Residents in the Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ) may first be alerted of a DCPP
emergency through the use of media releases, social media channels, and through the
Early Warning System sirens if there are protective actions. The County is responsible
for sounding the sirens if protective actions are directed and has this capability 24 hours
per day. The County ensures the Emergency Alert System (EAS) messages are broadcast
immediately following the ending of the sounding sirens. The local EAS stations will
continue to broadcast EAS messages developed by the county identifying the appropriate
protective actions to be taken.
If the siren system should fail, backup public alerting (route alerting) and notification
procedures have been developed. If sirens within a city's limits fail to sound, the county
will inform that City’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) of the siren failure(s). City
personnel will respond to the area of the siren failure and alert the public using vehicle-
mounted public address systems and bullhorns. City personnel will inform the public to
tune to any local radio or television station for emergency instructions. County resources
will help as resources allow.
9. HANDLING OF ACCESS AND FUNCTIONAL NEEDS POPULATIONS
9.1 Access and functional needs population
The county has created a register of EPZ residents requiring evacuation assistance
in the event of an emergency. If a protective action to evacuate is required, the
county Phone Assistance Center will place calls to pre-registered individuals and
will coordinate with the Transit Unit for those individuals needing transportation.
Evacuation transportation assistance for individuals with disability or medical
need is arranged through coordination with County EOC Operations Traffic and
Evacuations Branch and Med / Health Branch. For individuals not pre-registered,
there will be on opportunity for them to call into the Phone Assistance Center
during an emergency are request assistance due to a disability or medical need.
9.2 Non Auto-Owning Population
A significant portion of the non auto-owning (carless) population will be
evacuated as passengers in private cars driven by family, neighbors, or friends.
The evacuation procedure for this group is the same as that of the car-owning
population.
19 Evacuation Time Assessment for Transient and Permanent Population from Various Areas Within the
Plume Exposure Pathway Emergency Planning Zone. Wilbur Smith. 2002
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Persons from carless households who do not evacuate as passengers in private
cars will assemble at designated collection points. From these collection points
buses will transport people to a reception or congregate care center outside the
Emergency Planning Zone area.
Most of the populations in urban or suburban areas live within 1/2 to 3/4 mile of a
collection point and the majority of this population will walk there. Persons
unable to walk to the collection point because of a special need, can, by
telephone, request transportation service from their homes
Transit and other buses (including school buses, when not required for schools)
can pick up the evacuees who have assembled at the collection points and take
them to the reception or congregate care center outside the area.
10. CONGREGATE CARE
In the event of an evacuation, temporary lodging will be required until return is
authorized by the state. Most families will likely stay with relatives and friends or seek
lodging in hotels and motels. For those who do not wish to use these alternatives, public
accommodations will be operated at locations outside of the Emergency Planning Zone.
To the north of the area, facilities at Camp Roberts will be established. To the south, a
reception center will be opened at Santa Maria Fairpark in the city of Santa Maria.
Fairpark in Santa Maria. Both centers provide the following:
● Registration
● Information and assistance in family unification
● Food and lodging (at facility site or a motel voucher)
● Public telephones available if possible
● First aid
● Radiological monitoring (based on the situation)
● Decontamination (based on the situation)
11. EXPOSURE CONTROL, RADIOLOGICAL MONITORING, AND
DECONTAMINATION
The County Health Officer with the Unified Dose Assessment Center is responsible for
recommending protective actions to the County Command Group to prevent or limit
exposure to radioactive materials. Radiation Exposure Criteria for both the general
population and emergency workers is found in Table 2.2.
11.1 Exposure Control Responsibility
11.1.1 General Population
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Responsibility for limiting exposure to the general population begins
with the UDAC, who makes protective action recommendations for
the public to the County Health Officer based on radiological data
assessment. The County Health Officer is responsible for
recommending protective actions for the public to the County
Command Group for a decision.
11.1.2 Emergency Workers
Primary responsibility for monitoring exposure lies with each
individual emergency worker. Emergency workers will monitor and
record their exposure while in the field. They will relay exposure
readings to their respective EWEC Command Centers. If their
exposure readings approach any of the dose or exposure limits or
designated reporting increments, they will also contact their EWEC
Command Centers and at the end of every shift. The EWEC
Command Center records the emergency worker exposure and reports
the exposures to the Emergency Worker Exposure Control (EWEC)
Group personnel, in the EOC. The EWEC personnel will document
and maintain emergency worker exposure information. The EWEC
Group personnel will inform the County Health Officer of exposures
that approach dose and exposure limits.
Only the County Health Officer may authorize emergency worker
exposure limits in excess of the exposure or dose limits.
11.2 Radiological Monitoring and Decontamination
11.2.1 General Population
If there is a significant release of radioactive materials during an
evacuation, evacuees may have to be monitored for contamination
(deposition of unwanted radioactive material on persons or objects).
Trained personnel (mainly or predominately) from DCPP will operate
portal monitors and other radiation monitoring equipment at Reception
and Congregate Care Centers to determine if any contamination has
occurred. Any persons found to be contaminated will be directed to a
Decontamination area at the center. These centers are ADA compliant and
will accept service animals. Vehicle monitoring will not take place during
the emergency phase.
At the Decontamination area, documentation will begin and will continue
until the person has been decontaminated (reduction or removal of
contaminating radioactive material from a person) or referred for medical
follow-up. In San Luis Obispo, County Public Health and other agencies’
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personnel will assist in the evacuee decontamination process. In Santa
Maria, Santa Barbara County Public Health and other Santa Barbara
County agencies’ personnel will assist in the evacuee decontamination
process at Fairpark. DCPP will provide equipment and personnel for
evacuee monitoring. Every effort will be made to limit radiation
exposures to staff and to limit the spread of contamination.
Radioactive waste generated in the course of decontamination will be
disposed of in accordance with state and federal regulations. It will be the
responsibility of PG&E to properly dispose of radioactive wastes resulting
from an accident impacting off-site areas.
Depending on the situation, if no radiological release has occurred,
Reception and Congregate Care facilities may be opened without
Monitoring and Decontamination at the discretion of the County
Command Group.
11.2.2 Emergency Workers
Emergency Workers who must work in areas affected by a radioactive
plume will wear monitoring devices (dosimeters) to ensure that their
exposure to radiation will not exceed specified safe limits. In some cases,
area monitoring will be permitted in lieu of individual dosimetry. If a
release has occurred, Emergency Worker Decontamination Centers will be
established to detect and measure contamination and to decontaminate
emergency workers if necessary. Decontamination reduces the potentially
harmful effects of radiation exposure by removing radioactive material on
the surface and prevents internal contamination.
12. EMERGENCY MEDICAL AND PUBLIC HEALTH SUPPORT
12.1 Emergency Medical
The County Health Officer ensures continued medical services for the public and
emergency workers. This includes health care provisions at the Reception and
Congregate Care Centers. The County Health Officer may request CDPH,
Disaster Medical Services (DMS) to activate the Regional Disaster Medical
Health Coordination Plan and provide state-level assistance.
12.2 Handling Contaminated and Injured Patients
The County Health Officer will provide overall direction via the Medical/Health
Branch for the coordination of hospital emergency plan activation, medical
communications and operational decisions as related to the emergency. This
includes the immediate transportation and care for individuals whose injuries are
complicated by a radiological exposure or contamination. French Hospital in San
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Luis Obispo is the primary receiving hospital. Marian Medical in Santa Maria is
the backup hospital. The San Luis Obispo County Emergency Medical Services
personnel are trained in handling this type of patient.
12.3 Long-Term Medical Follow-up
The medical effects, if any, due to radiation exposure would occur over a very
long period of time following any exposure. Even for "acute" effects (associated
with a larger dose occurring over a short time period), most symptoms would
occur within a three-to-six month time period following exposure. However, with
very high exposure some symptoms may occur within two weeks. Accordingly,
registration of the potentially affected population will be accomplished at the time
of emergency, but actual medical effects would, in general, not occur within the
time frame of the emergency. Planning and implementation of long-term medical
programs are the responsibility of the California Department of Public Health
(CDPH).
The County Health Officer will assist the implementation of procedures, in
conjunction with state agencies, for follow-up monitoring of the public and
emergency workers that may have been exposed to radiation. This will include:
12.3.1 Maintaining exposure and medical records
12.3.2 Providing medical and psychological counseling for individuals
with concerns of possible exposure.
12.3.3 Providing medical and therapeutic treatment in the event exposures
received warrant such treatment.
13. INGESTION PATHWAY RESPONSIBILITIES
Concern about ingestion of contaminated material begins with the release of a radioactive
material plume from the nuclear power plant (plume phase). Initial ingestion pathway
preventative and hold orders can be put in place by the Command Group during the
emergency or plume phase. Protective actions continue into the recovery phase, until the
hazard from exposure to radiation through ingestion of contaminated food or water has
been mitigated.
The County has the lead for public protection during the plume phase when the primary
concern is prevention or reduction of immediate exposure from radioactive material.
Preventative and hold orders during the plume phase may include but not be limited to:
Shelter all livestock (including dairy animals, cows, horses, goats, sheep and pigs)
and place on stored feed and water.
Shelter all poultry and place on stored feed and water.
Stop pumping from outdoor/ uncovered surface water sources
Stop all harvest activities including apiaries and backyard gardens
Stop field preparations and tillage
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Hold dairy products
Hold harvested crops
Hold livestock and poultry
Hold other consumables
Cease movement of food
The ingestion pathway phase begins at the end of the emergency phase and concurrently
with the recovery phase. During the ingestion pathway phase, the concern is with the
intake of contaminated food and foodstuffs. The state has the primary response role with
support from local and federal government. The California Department of Public Health
(is the lead state agency during the ingestion pathway phase and will manage operations
from the State Dose Assessment Center (SDAC). Cal OES will support CDPH during
this phase. 20
The emphasis for agricultural actions shifts from the county to the CDPH and Cal OES in
the Ingestion Pathway phase. The transition occurs when the plume dissipates and the
nuclear power plant reactor is declared stable by DCPP/PG&E with the concurrence from
the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, with no further uncontrolled releases anticipated.
The State Dose Assessment Center Action Plan will be developed by State/Federal/Local
officials with goals, objectives and Federal Radiological Monitoring Assessment Center
(FRMAC) capabilities. Based on the results of the State Dose Assessment Center’s
(SDAC) sampling and surveys, the initial ingestion pathway protective action
recommendations may be modified when the Recovery Interagency Coordination Group
(RICG) is formed. In addition to agriculture holds, Certification of Commodities for
Market, and destruction and or disposal of crops and produce may be required. The
County Agricultural Commissioner’s office will develop sampling plans and agriculture
hold plans (See Ingestion Pathway Zone Map Figure 3.3). Other activities requiring
enforcement agency intervention or other support will be coordinated with the
appropriate County agency. This coordination will help prevent duplication of effort and
unnecessary exposure of emergency workers. Protective decisions will be implemented
by the agency having jurisdictional authority. Implementation of these decisions will be
accomplished utilizing the California Standardized Emergency Management System
(SEMS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
13.1 Establishment of Ingestion Pathway Zone
The Ingestion Pathway Zone (IPZ) is designated for planning and protective
actions to prevent ingestion pathway exposure. For pre-emergency purposes, the
zone encompasses all the area within an approximately 50-mile radius of the plant
(Figure 3.3). The actual zone will be determined by plume deposition. The
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boundaries will be modified based on aerial survey data and field survey team
results and approved by the State/County unified command management.
13.2 Ingestion Pathway Actions During Recovery
Actions will continue to be taken during the recovery phase to avoid or reduce
exposure to radiation from food or water. The type and amount of radioactivity
present, or likely to be present, and the hazard it represents are the triggers for
decisions to take actions to protect the public. These actions may include, but are
not be limited to:
● Relocating livestock
● Agriculture quarantine holds on crops and livestock
● Holds on use of surface water
● Destruction or disposal of crops
● Certification of agricultural commodities
Federal EPA guidance know as Protective Action Guides (PAGs) help determine
the projected radiation dose at which public officials should invoke protective
actions. When there is a clear, recognizable hazard, initial protective action
decisions will be made by State/Federal/County emergency response staff, using
standing orders if possible. Where the hazard is low and the best decision
unclear, the Recovery Interagency Coordination Group (RICG) (See Section 5.15)
will make the final decision.
14. RECOVERY PHASE
The Recovery Phase begins at the end of the plume (Emergency) phase. The recovery
phase planning will be initiated before the conclusion of the emergency phase, but it will
generally not take place until after the initiating conditions of the emergency have
stabilized and immediate actions to protect public health and safety and property have
been accomplished. The transition occurs when county and state are notified by
DCPP/PG&E that the plant has stabilized and no further release is expected, and the NRC
has concurred. The State will, on request, assist the County in developing recovery
plans.
Recovery is the process of assessing radiation levels in the environment and determining
acceptable levels for return by the general public for unconditional occupancy or use after
the initial phase of the emergency. 21
The objective of the recovery operation is to protect public health by reducing and
limiting the amount of exposure to individuals from deposited radioactivity, inhalation of
re-suspended radioactive material, and exposure from radioactive isotopes that enter the
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food chain from the soil, water, crops or livestock feed. The SDAC will develop
guidelines for decontamination, waste disposal, for areas or facilities deemed necessary
for recovery operations. The authorities having jurisdiction will review and approve
guidelines and will develop plans for implementation.
The recovery phase is separated into four sub-phases. Each sub-phase may be in progress
at the same time. The four sub-phases and a brief description are as follows:
14.1 Reentry
Reentry is for essential personnel to reenter a restricted area to perform critical
functions. During reentry, survey and sample team members perform detailed
radiation dose rate surveys and conduct environmental sampling. The results will
be utilized as the basis for protective actions or release to restricted or unrestricted
use.
14.2 Restoration
Restoration is the process of reducing exposure rates and concentrations in the
environment to acceptable levels before unrestricted or restricted use begins. The
State will support local and operational area governments in their efforts to restore
the community to its pre-emergency condition. 22 The Recovery Unit develops
recovery criteria recommendations for the Planning Chief. The Operations Chief
will then oversee implementation of the policy to achieve the goal of
environmental restoration.
14.3 Return
During the Return Phase, individuals are permitted to reoccupy previously
restricted areas. Depending on residual exposure rates and the potential for re-
suspension of radioactive particles, precautions may be recommended. Evacuated
areas must meet radiation protection criteria to allow for return to homes and
businesses. SDAC protective action recommendation (PAR) will be based upon
EPA guidance. The decision making authorities will use health effect concerns,
the PAR and the socio-economic impacts of relocation to issue a protective action
decision (PAD) regarding Return.
14.4 Relocation
Relocation represents the inability to restore affected areas to unrestricted use.
People are removed or excluded from the areas in order to avoid chronic radiation
exposures in excess of established limits. Decisions to relocate or attempt to
restore will include both technological and socio-economic considerations.
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The Recovery Plan will be developed during the plume phase and the early stages
of the recovery phase. The State/Federal monitoring and assessment group will
use data collected by both plume and recovery phase field sampling teams to
begin establishing criteria for decontamination and recovery. Dose commitment,
community priorities for critical areas such as hospitals, schools, utilities and
technical considerations will be included in the proposed plan.
The Recovery Interagency Coordination Group (RICG) (described below in 15)
will review the draft plan. After it is approved it will be submitted to other state,
county and federal officials. If contamination is extensive, the Recovery Plan
may be drafted, reviewed and implemented in several phases, with the earliest
actions being implemented while the later phases are developed.
During the Plume Phase, the implemented protective actions which limited direct
or indirect exposure to the general population may be extended during the
recovery phase by limiting or restricting access to contaminated areas. These
limits are set by the United States Environmental Protection Agency's Protective
Action Guides (PAGs) for relocation.23 See the following chart:
RECOVERY PHASE RELOCATION DOSE LIMITS
First Year Dose 2 REM
Subsequent Yearly Dose 0.5 REM
Fifty Year Total Dose 5 REM
15. RECOVERY INTERAGENCY COORDINATION GROUP (RICG)
Local and state governments have the primary responsibility for planning and
implementing the recovery of the affected area. Recovery planning will be initiated at
the request of the State, but it will generally not take place until after the initiating
conditions of the emergency have been stabilized and immediate actions to protect public
health, safety, and property have been accomplished by the local authorities. The State
will, upon request, assist local governments in developing off-site recovery plans, prior to
the deactivation of the State response.
Cal OES will assemble a Recovery Interagency Coordination Group (RICG) to manage
the overall activity of State agencies involved in the recovery process. The RICG will
consist of local decision-makers, state agency decision-makers, and necessary
administrative staff. The director of the RICG will be appointed by the Cal OES regional
administrator to facilitate local decision-makers in the recovery phase. The purpose of
the RICG, is to provide the local decision makers with immediate access to state
resources to help implement their decisions. The objectives of the RICG will be:
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● To facilitate local decision-makers in the decision process.
● To provide immediate assistance to local decision-makers with implementation of
their decisions.
● To give to the decision-making process the perspectives of different state and
county agencies.
● To provide a mechanism for ensuring that the affected agencies and counties are
kept informed about decisions, through representation on the RICG.
Each affected agency and county will be represented on the RICG. This representative
will be an elected or appointed official or a staff member authorized to make decisions
for the organization. This level of representation is necessary so that decisions can be
made and implemented quickly, without requiring numerous levels of review. San Luis
Obispo County is represented by the County Health Officer, County Administrator, and
County Agricultural Commissioner.
Participating agencies and organizations include (but are not limited to):
State
California Department of Public Health
Division of Drinking Water and Environmental Management,
Environmental Management Branch,
Division of Food and Drug and Special Radiation Programs
• Radiologic Health Branch,
• Food and Drug Branch,
Department of Food and Agriculture
California Emergency Management Agency
Affected County
Administrative Officer
Health Officer
Agricultural Commissioner
Cal OES Liaison
Planning members will serve as staff to the RICG in the event of an accident.
Responsibilities of RICG include:
● Recommend priorities for sampling and agriculture quarantine holds of crops,
water, or land areas.
● Review and provide analysis of the State/Federal Monitoring and Assessment
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● Ensure that consideration is given to intangible effects such as marketplace
rejection of any food produced in the area near the accident.
● Resolve conflicts between the economic effects of agriculture quarantine holds
and the actual hazards of delaying the holds.
● Consideration of means for continued marketing of agricultural products not
affected by the release.
● Assure that the RICG members' organizational responsibilities under the
emergency plan are met.
● Assess the varying costs of long-term remedial actions and recommendations.
● Provide consultation and recommendations on recovery plans and operation
including decontamination and waste disposal.
● Review and consider approval of State/Federal Monitoring and Assessment
Group recommendations dealing with re-entry into evacuated areas, return to
evacuated areas, and relocation of population from impacted areas.
● Propose termination of the RICG management and transfer associated functions to
appropriate agencies.
For the responsibilities of each participating agency and county, see the appropriate
emergency plan for each.
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SECTION 6 - EMERGENCY RESOURCES
1. EMERGENCY FACILITIES
The county of San Luis Obispo has multiple facilities that may be activated during an emergency
at the Diablo Canyon Power Plant. The primary facility is the Emergency Operations Center
(EOC) at 1525 Kansas Ave, in San Luis Obispo. It is co-located with the Sheriff's Department
Watch Commander and Dispatch (Public Safety Answering Point-PSAP, Sheriff's Dispatch and
MEDCOM) and the Pacific Gas and Electric/Diablo Canyon Power Plant Emergency Operations
Facility. The EOC portion of the facility is maintained by Emergency Services Coordinators
from the County of San Luis Obispo Office of Emergency Services. Additional county
emergency facilities that may be utilized include:
JIC
Outside 10 mile zone
Joint Information Center
Located on Kansas Ave.
San Luis Obispo
PAC
Outside 10 mile zone
Phone Assistance Center
Located within the JIC
on Kansas Ave.
San Luis Obispo
County Department Public Works
Outside 10 mile zone
Public Works and Transportation Depart. Located in
the Old Court House in
San Luis Obispo on Palm Street
Various Public Works
Maintenance Yards
Outside 10 mile zone
Two Yards located throughout
the county
COE
Outside 10 mile zone
County Office of Education
Located on Hwy. 1
Across from Cuesta College
CHA DOC
Outside 10 mile zone
County Health Agency
Department Operation Center
(Medical/Health Branch)
Located in San Luis Obispo on Johnson Ave,
Fire Emergency Command Center
(ECC)
Outside 10 mile zone
County Fire Emergency Command Center
Located on Hwy. 1
County Govt. Center
Outside 10 mile zone
Located on Monterey Street
Downtown San Luis Obispo
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CHP Area Office
And Dispatch Center
Outside 10 mile zone
California Highway Patrol
Located in San Luis Obispo
California Blvd.
Sheriff’s substation
Los Osos Substation within
10 mile zone
County Sheriff’s Department
Headquarters and 3 stations throughout the county
DPR Dispatch Facility
Outside 10 mile zone
CA State Parks
Central Communications Monterey County
CALTRANS
District Dispatch
Outside 10 mile zone
California Department of Transportation
Located on Higuera Street
San Luis Obispo
Communications Shop
Outside 10 mile zone
County Information Technology Department
Located on Kansas Ave
San Luis Obispo
ARC
Outside 10 mile zone
American Red Cross Chapter Office
Located on Prado Road in
San Luis Obispo
RACES
Outside 10 mile zone
Fixed equipment at various locations
throughout the county
OEL
Outside the 10 mile zone
Offsite Emergency Laboratory
Located at the PG&E
Service Center Lower Higuera Street
San Luis Obispo
2. EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
2.1 Overview
This preparedness function will be coordinated by Cal OES and San Luis Obispo
County OES.
2.1.1 Scope
The following equipment testing and calibration criteria will be applied to
all equipment required for the implementation of the Nuclear Power Plant
Emergency Response Plan.
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2.2 Criteria
2.2.1 All Equipment
The equipment and instruments including motor vehicles, communication
or data processing equipment, and the like, which are in regular non-
emergency use by public or private agencies and organizations, but would
be required in order to implement a response to a nuclear power plant
emergency, will be tested as follows:
2.2.1.1 Manufacturer's recommendations for periodic testing and
calibration should be carried out. The necessary testing and
calibration instruments, tools, and technically competent
personnel for this purpose may be available in the county,
or arrangements will be made for compliance with
manufacturer's recommendations by shipping equipment
elsewhere for periodic testing and calibration-provided that
adequate backup exists for equipment temporarily out of
service for this purpose.
2.2.1.2 Instruments and equipment which would be used during an
actual nuclear power plant emergency will be tested during
drills and exercises. Any equipment found to be
malfunctioning should be calibrated, repaired or replaced.
2.2.2 Equipment Used Only During Nuclear Emergencies
2.2.2.1 In addition to the criteria above, equipment used only
during emergencies should be inspected and inventoried
quarterly and after each use (trainings, drills and exercises).
2.2.2.2 All battery-operated equipment or instruments should not
be stored with the batteries installed, unless checked, and
the batteries should be tested, inventoried, and if necessary,
charged or replaced on a regular basis.
2.2.2.3 Manufacturer information regarding radio interference not
affecting Personal Electronic Dosimeters is available from
County OES.
2.3 Equipment Inventory
The County Office of Emergency Services will ensure the inventory of applicable
equipment and instruments which are to be used specifically for implementation
of this Plan, and are not used for regular non-emergency purposes.
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This inventory will include the following categories:
2.3.1 Protective equipment
2.3.2 Communications equipment
2.3.3 Radiological monitoring equipment
2.3.4 Emergency supplies
This inventory will be reviewed annually and maintained in County Office of
Emergency Services files. Each organization to which equipment is assigned is
responsible for assisting the County Office of Emergency Services in collecting
the required inventory information.
San Luis Obispo County OES will review any map products related to the NPP
Emergency Preparedness Program annual and update as necessary.
3. RESOURCE AGREEMENTS
The County of San Luis Obispo is the Operational Area Coordinator for resources
and support during an accident at Diablo Canyon Power Plant and will coordinate
with the State Mutual Aid Region I.
The Mutual Aid Region will function under the direction of the Cal OES Regional
Emergency Operations Center (REOC) Director and will be responsible for
coordinating appropriate resources and/or support activities.
The Cal OES Secretary, or a designated representative, will have overall
responsibility for coordinating state, federal and private resources in support of
Mutual Aid Regions.
Volunteer and private agencies are also part of the Mutual Aid System. The
American Red Cross is an essential element of San Luis Obispo County’s
response to meet the care and shelter needs of evacuees.
4. OTHER RESOURCES
The county of San Luis Obispo has an Emergency Operations Plan that addresses policies
and procedures for providing or coordinating the provision of services, equipment and
supplies to support emergency operations. It describes the governmental organizations
responsible for providing resources to support emergency response and recovery. The
procurement of supplies, personnel, transportation, etc. may be subject to special to
special orders and regulations promulgated by the Governor during a State of Emergency.
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SECTION 7 - PROGRAM MAINTENANCE
1. PLAN AND PROCEDURE MAINTENANCE
1.1 Overview
The County Administrator, using staff assigned to the County Office of
Emergency Services, is responsible for the annual review and necessary
preparation and distribution of any updated version of this Plan and procedures.
All plan call lists should be reviewed quarterly and updated as necessary. Every
responding department, agency, and jurisdiction is responsible for developing and
maintaining current internal call lists and procedures for prompt alerting and
mobilizing those personnel responding to the emergency upon notification. The
County Office of Emergency Services will ensure that current updates of the
Emergency Notification list are distributed to appropriate notifying agencies at
least quarterly, as required. Revisions of the Plan will be distributed in
accordance with the distribution list.
1.2 Responsibility
The County Administrator is responsible for plan maintenance; the tasks which
may be performed by a designated Emergency Services Coordinator in the
County Office of Emergency Services are as follows:
1.2.1 This plan will be reviewed annually and updated as needed. The update
will incorporate improvements derived from drills, exercises and real
events.
1.2.2 Updated or revisions to the Plan are to be distributed per the distribution
list.
1.2.3 Recipients of controlled copies will be provided with copies of all
revisions.
1.2.4 County and other agencies assigned emergency responsibilities under this
Plan will develop and keep current detailed Standard Operating
Procedures (SOPs). Agencies will review their SOP’s annually. If there
are any revisions to agencies’ SOPs, County Office of Emergency
Services will update and distribute the revised SOP according to the
distribution list.
1.2.5 The county will conduct training exercises and drills in conjunction with
Cal OES and DCPP/PG&E.
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1.2.5.1 The Plan and any approved changes will be forwarded to all
organizations and individuals with responsibilities for
implementation. Revised pages will be dated and marked to
show where changes have been made.
2. EMERGENCY RESOURCE MAINTENANCE
2.1 Overview
The majority of the resources needed to support this Plan are used (therefore
tested) in daily operations by a variety of agencies and jurisdictions. Failures in
daily use are handled in the normal course of business by the affected entity.
Detailed information on specific hardware can be found in applicable Standard
Operating Procedures (SOPs) - see Part Three of the Plan.
2.2 Specific Resource Maintenance Items
2.2.1 Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
The County Office of Emergency Services (OES) conducts monthly
inspections, inventories, and tests of EOC systems that may not be used on
a daily basis. This includes, but is not limited to tests of telephones,
computers, printers, fax equipment, radios, dedicated RED phone, Brown
phone system, DCPP Operations Radio Net, Tone Alert Monitors,
photocopier, EOC/EOF public address system, televisions and a walk
down check of interior EOC sprinkler fire extinguisher valves, lights,
exterior lighting and drainage system.
PG&E is responsible for maintenance and testing of the EOC physical
plant, including the standby generator and uninterrupted power supply
(UPS).
2.2.2 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
The County Office of Emergency Services (OES) serves as the custodian
and central control point for SOPs that are Part Three of this Plan. See
Part Three, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Numerical Listing.
SOPs for County Departments are reviewed / revised annually on a
rotating schedule. Page changes are made on an interim basis as
determined necessary by OES.
All SOP holders are queried quarterly for critical changes such as names,
phone numbers, and other communications links.
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Distribution of SOP controlled or confidential copies to SOP holders and
the EOC is handled by County OES. OES removes the proprietary
information in controlled copies and provides sanitized copies or copies
with confidential information removed for public access. OES also
distributes sanitized copies of each SOP to applicable State and Federal
agencies.
2.2.3 Tone Alert Monitors
The Tone Alert Monitors distributed to schools, hospitals, and other
locations are tested monthly during the EOC tests. Schools verify their
receipt of the monthly test and verification postcards are distributed to all
tone alert monitor holders twice a year.
2.24 Emergency Worker Exposure Control (EWEC) Kits
Change-out of kit contents is coordinated by County OES. Kit contents
are covered in detail in the SOP HP-11. EWEC kits are inventoried
quarterly under guidance from County OES.
2.2.5 Field Monitoring Team (FMT) Equipment
FMT kits are inventoried and inspected quarterly in accordance with the
SOP, HP-3. DCPP provides instruments and equipment and is responsible
for their maintenance and calibration.
2.2.6 Computers
All computers that are used in emergency response activities are tested on
a regular basis as part of the monthly EOC checks (see 2.2.1 above).
2.2.7 Radios and Emergency Alert System (EAS)
The County Communications Shop (County Comm) conducts regular
testing of applicable radio systems and the Emergency Alert System.
2.2.8 Radiological Monitoring Equipment
Instruments other than those used by the FMTs are provided by California
OES, are calibrated on an annual basis and are stamped with a current
service stamp. The Ludlums are operationally checked quarterly. Portal
monitors are maintained by DCPP.
2.2.9 Early Warning Sirens
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DCPP/PG&E is responsible for the installation, testing maintenance and
upgrade of the EWS system. The first sirens were provided for the County
by PG&E on 12/20/1982. As of March 2006, all 131 sirens in the EPZ
have been replaced and upgraded to have battery back-up power. PG&E
is responsible for acoustical testing, as necessary. PG&E owns the
operating system, radio mountain top repeaters, poles, provides electrical
power to sirens and maintains the operability of the battery back-up
system.
San Luis Obispo County (SLC) authorizes the use of the sirens. SLC OES
incorporates siren information in SOPs, coordinates public information
regarding general or basic siren information, public notices and
information about quarterly growl testing for individual sirens and the
annual full sound test for all sirens simultaneously.
Both DCPP and SLC OES provide results of the annual siren testing.
2.3 Joint Information Center (JIC)
DCPP/PG&E has a facility on Kansas Avenue near the EOC and is
responsible for maintaining the facility, all maps, displays, status boards,
and provides security at the JIC during drills, exercises and actual events.
San Luis Obispo County OES maintains a common office space for PIO
staff and various agency/department PIOs in the facility’s PIO room. The
Phone Assistance Center (PAC) is located adjacent to this common office.
The telephones used by the PAC personnel are maintained by
DCPP/PG&E and County OES.
A laptop, projector, screen, tables and chairs are in the common briefing
room and are maintained by DCPP/PG&E. All county-maintained
equipment is checked monthly.
3. TRAINING
3.1 Overview
3.1.1 Scope
The training program is applicable to the county Plan only and is limited
to providing for response to offsite emergency actions. (In cooperation
with County OES, DCPP Fire provides on-site emergency response
training for offsite fire agencies.) Training includes key concepts and
principals of the Incident Command System (ICS), Standardized
Emergency Management System (SEMS) and National Incident
Management System (NIMS) applicable at all jurisdictional levels and
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across functional disciplines. County OES has the responsibility of
coordinating and sometimes providing the training for the various
agencies.
3.1.2 Frequency
Except where noted differently, training should be provided on an annual
basis. It is recommended that participation in training, be done on a
rotating basis to continually expand the group of people who are trained.
Refresher training or retraining will be provided as determined by the
County OES.
3.1.3 Training Needs and Audience
Table 7.3-1 indicates the training needs for applicable audiences. Details
of the topic content for each training need is listed in item 3.2 below. See
individual SOP to determine appropriate training for emergency workers
implementing that procedure.
3.1.4 Training Coordination Responsibilities
Table 7.3-1 indicates the organization responsible for coordinating the
required training for each agency having a role in the county Plan.
3.1.5 Training Record Summary
The County Office of Emergency Services will be responsible for ensuring
the required training is provided and will maintain records of training
courses and attendees. A summary of training conducted is sent to Cal
OES.
3.2 Training Needs Detailed
This section provides detail on the scope of each of the training needs identified in
Table 7.3-1 and specifies the coordinating agency. Table 7.3-1 also provides a
summary of audiences and coordination responsibilities.
3.2.1 County Command
Classroom training on aspects of emergency management will be provided
to the County Command Group. Topics addressed in this training include:
3.2.1.1 Meteorology
3.2.1.2 Protective action recommendations
3.2.1.3 UDAC operations
3.2.1.4 County, state, federal, and utility roles
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3.2.1.5 County Command coordination
3.2.1.6 Incident Command System (ICS)
3.2.1.7 Standardized Emergency Management Systems (SEMS)
3.2.1.8 National Incident Management Systems (NIMS)
3.2.2 Emergency Plan Overview
A briefing of the county Plan shall be given to organizations indicated on
Table 7.3-1. The topics covered in the briefing include:
3.2.2.1 Emergency plan elements
3.2.2.2 Response organization responsibilities
3.2.2.3 Emergency classification system
3.2.2.4 Planning zones
3.2.2.5 Coordination concepts
3.2.2.6 Concept of operations
3.2.2.7 Incident Command System (ICS)
3.2.2.8 Standardized Emergency Management Systems (SEMS)
3.2.2.9 National Incident Management Systems (NIMS)
3.2.3 Radiation and Biological Effects
Organizations with responsibility for conducting field operations in the
plume exposure emergency planning zone, as indicated on Table 7.3-1,
will be given classroom training covering the basic aspects of radiation
and associated biological effects. Topics addressed in this training
include:
3.2.3.1 Ionizing radiation
3.2.3.2 Types of radiation
3.2.3.3 Radiation terminology and units of measure
3.2.3.4 Dose vs. dose rate
3.2.3.5 Acute vs. chronic exposure
3.2.3.6 Risks associated with radiation exposure
3.2.3.7 Background radiation
3.2.4 Introduction to Nuclear Power
Classroom training is available to organizations expressing an interest in
the basic concepts of nuclear power. Topics addressed in this training
may include:
3.2.4.1 Fission process
3.2.4.2 Basic components of a nuclear power plant
3.2.4.3 Steam generation and electrical production
3.2.4.4 Cooling and heat removal
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3.2.4.5 Multiple barrier concept
3.2.4.6 Emergency Planning and Response
3.2.5 Exposure Control for Emergency Workers
Organizations with responsibility for conducting operations in the plume
exposure emergency planning zone, as indicated on Table 7.3-1, will be
provided instruction on exposure control. This classroom training will
include hands-on training of the exposure control equipment used by
emergency workers. Topics covered in this training include:
3.2.5.1 ALARA concepts
3.2.5.2 Dosimetry use
3.2.5.3 Exposure tracking techniques
3.2.5.4 Potassium iodide
3.2.5.5 Protective action guidelines and exposure limits
3.2.5.6 Emergency equipment storage locations
3.2.6 Standard Operating Procedures
Organizations with responsibility for implementing standard operating
procedures, as indicated on Table 7.3-1, will be provided classroom
training specific to their role in emergency response. A numerical listing
of the Standard Operating Procedures detailed in Part 3 of the Plan is
listed in Table 7.3-2. Topics covered in this training include but are not
limited to:
3.2.6.1 Purpose and scope
3.2.6.2 Communications and notifications
3.2.6.3 Emergency organization and responsibilities
3.2.6.4 Initiating conditions
3.2.6.5 Emergency actions
3.2.6.6 Documenting information and actions
3.2.6.7 Demobilization and recovery
Tabletops and drills will be conducted as deemed appropriate by the
County OES.
3.2.7 Accident Assessment
Classroom instruction and working problem sessions shall be given to key
individuals designated to perform dose calculations and analysis in
UDAC. (See Table 7.3-1). The training shall include:
3.2.7.1 Conversion of monitored data to dose projections
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3.2.7.2 Estimating exposure from source term
3.2.7.3 Dispersion of radioactive material in the atmosphere
3.2.7.4 Recommending protective actions based upon dose
projections
This course will be coordinated by County OES and DCPP. Participants,
in addition to OES and DCPP, may include individuals from County
Environmental Health, Agricultural Commissioner, Air Pollution and
Control District, CDPH, Cal OES. DCPP will provide training on the
Emergency Assessment and Response System (EARS) which has been
installed at the Emergency Operations Facility (EOF). The County OES
will monitor course content and specify supplemental training as required.
Drills will be conducted in conjunction with health physics drills
sponsored by DCPP. FEMA also offers an accident assessment course
which fulfills the classroom portion of this training requirement.
3.2.8 Fielding Monitoring
A briefing and field drills will be provided to those designated in Table
7.3-1 on the use of monitoring equipment for detection of a radioactive
plume. The field drill shall include the use of radio and satellite phone
communications to report readings to the Unified Dose Assessment Center
(UDAC). Training drills will be provided by DCPP. Training shall also
be provided in conjunction with the annual exercise or health physics
drills.
3.2.9 Medical Response
This training is applicable to health care professionals handling serious
accidents involving radioactive contamination, which could occur due to
an accident onsite. Federal guidance requires designation of a primary and
back-up hospital capable of handling a limited number of patients who
would most likely be both injured and contaminated. As indicated in
Table 7.3-1, this training is required for the County Health Officer and
recommended for other physicians who may be presented with this type of
case. The Radiation Emergency Assistance Center/ Training Site
(REAC/TS) at Oak Ridge, Tennessee, currently offers a 3 ½-day course
for medical personnel (including emergency room physicians, nurses,
medical technicians, supervisors, and paramedics) which fulfills this
training need. .
3.2.9.1 Radiation Fundamentals for Medical Staff
Local medical professionals with knowledge of radiation
exposure and the medical effects are needed to treat
persons not hospitalized but who may have been exposed to
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or contaminated by small amounts of radiation. The
County Health Officer and CDPH will identify course
candidates and will promote attendance at courses to be
developed under their joint guidance. Public Health Nurses
also receive annual training in methods for
decontaminating non-injured evacuees and emergency
workers.
3.2.10 Operations of Reception, Monitoring and Decontamination and
Congregate Care Facilities
Both the County Emergency Operations Plan and the Nuclear Power Plant
Emergency Response Plan call for training of the County Health Agency,
American Red Cross and Department of Social Services employees who
may be involved in the operation of congregate care facilities. Training
content includes:
3.2.11.1 Concept of operations
3.2.11.2 Registration
3.2.11.3 Providing care
3.2.11.4 Resources and record keeping
3.2.11.5 Handling welfare inquiries and distributing information
3.2.11.6 Basic radiation fundamentals
3.2.11.7 Incident Command System (ICS)
3.2.11.8 Standardized Emergency Management Systems (SEMS)
3.2.11.9 National Incident Management Systems (NIMS)
Training will be provided by the American Red Cross, County OES and
DCPP; County OES will ensure participation by appropriate agencies.
3.2.11 Those involved with the Phone Assistance Center operation.
Applicable training includes:
3.2.12.1 Use of rumor-control telephones
3.2.12.2 Handling of Evacuation Assistance calls
3.2.12.3 Concept of operation
3.2.12.4 Handling transportation requests
3.2.12.5 Handling shelter inquiries
3.2.12.6 Rumor-control information
3.2.12.7 Standardized Emergency Management Systems (SEMS)
3.2.12.8 National Incident Management Systems (NIMS)
3.3 Training of Mutual Aid Forces
3.3.1 Law Enforcement
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The training provisions include training for the County Sheriff's
Department forces, as well as the incorporated cities within the
Emergency Planning Zone, which are within the mutual aid district for law
enforcement. Such training is applicable to the response outside the
DCPP/PG&E property.
3.3.2 Fire Service
The training provisions include training for the offsite fire services within
the Emergency Planning Zone. The training detailed in this section is
applicable to response assignments outside the DCPP/PG&E property.
3.3.3 Ambulance/Rescue
Paramedics, including ambulance service personnel are trained in
accordance with State Law and their Scope of Practice. In addition, they
receive training from DCPP regarding response to the site involving the
transport of a contaminated, injured person.
3.4 Training of Personnel Responsible For Transmittal of Emergency
Information and Instructions
3.4.1 County Public Information Officers (PIOs) and assistants are included in
the training program with regard to Plan content, departmental duties, and
specific procedures.
3.4.2 In addition, participation in drills and the full-scale emergency
preparedness exercise will serve as training for these designated
individual.
3.5 Media Briefing/Training
An annual media briefing/training will be conducted in coordination with
DCPP. In lieu of attendance, information will be provided regarding
nuclear power plant emergency preparedness.
4. EXERCISES AND DRILLS
4.1 Overview
4.1.1 NUREG – Specified Scope
Exercises and drills will be conducted by appropriate county agencies in
accordance with the standards and criteria of NUREG 0654/FEMAREP-1,
Planning Standard N. Exercises will be conducted according to the eight
year exercise cycle.
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4.1.2 Added Scope
Consistent with the expanded drill sequence initiated by state and federal
agencies in 1981, and the 1980, 1985 and 1993 revised Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) that establishes policy and terms for mutual
cooperation in evaluating emergency preparedness in support of nuclear
power plants; the following drills are to be accomplished:
4.1.2.1 Interagency Coordination Exercise (Dress
Rehearsal/Training Exercise): To develop a working
interface capability between the County EOC, UDAC,
DCPP/PG&E, EOF, and Joint Information Center PIOs,
Cities, various Department Operations Centers (DOCs) and
agencies.
4.1.2.2 Health Physics and Radiation Monitoring Drills: To
practice making dose projections and protective action
recommendations for UDAC personnel and measuring
radiation levels for field monitoring teams.
4.1.2.3 Public Information Drill: To test the effectiveness of
communications systems and message handling.
4.1.2.4 Reception and Congregate Care Facilities Drill: To develop
and promote a working relationship with others (Red
Cross, National Guard, etc.) involved in operating
congregate care facilities. (tabletop or walkthrough may be
held in conjunction with bi-annual exercise.)
4.1.2.5 School Drill: To permit school officials to practice using
their standard operating procedures.
4.2 Implementation of Exercises and Drills
Implementing objectives, instructions, procedures, schedules, lists of participants,
scenarios, response functions to be exercised or drilled, arrangements for official
observers and detailed evaluation criteria are to be developed by the County
Office of Emergency Services. The implementation of the exercises and drills
are in accordance with the extent of play developed and coordinated with Diablo
Canyon Power Plant Emergency Planning and the California Office of Emergency
Services prior to each exercise with acknowledgement from the Nuclear
Regulatory Commission (NRC), California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
FEMA and approval from FEMA.
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The Radiological Emergency Preparedness REP Program Manual is used as the
guidance for preparing and administering the exercise and drill program. Self
(player/participant) critiques and controller critiques are conducted immediately
after each drill or exercise and a formal evaluation report is generated using the
guidance provided in the Radiological Emergency Preparedness Exercise
Evaluation Methodology.
Full scale exercises of this plan and its procedures are conducted in accordance
with the time frame stated in federal requirements and the 8 year exercise
schedule.
The County Administrator will be responsible for ensuring that all drills and
exercises described in NUREG 0654/FEMA-REP-1 are scheduled and carried out
by participating agencies as appropriate and will establish the necessary
procedures and assign responsibility for ensuring that the results of all exercises
and drills are incorporated into the plan documents prior to the next scheduled
exercise or drill.
The County OES will send a record of training and drills conducted annually to
Cal OES.
Pursuant to NUREG-0654/FEMA-REP-1, periodic exercises will be conducted to
evaluate major portions of emergency response capabilities, periodic drills will be
conducted to develop and maintain key skills, and deficiencies identified as a
result of exercises or drills will be corrected. These exercises and drills are as
follows:
4.2.1 Full scale emergency preparedness exercise
4.2.2 Communication drills
4.2.3 Medical emergency drills
4.2.4 Radiological monitoring drills
4.2.5 Health physics drills
5. PUBLIC EDUCATION
5.1 Scope
This Plan, the State of California Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response Plan,
and the Diablo Canyon Power Plant Emergency Plan provide for government and
other identified organizations to perform coordinated action in the event of an
emergency at Diablo Canyon Power Plant. To properly implement the Plan, the
public must be informed of emergency preparedness activities. This is
accomplished through a Public Education program which includes, but is not
limited to, the following:
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5.1.1 Annual distribution of Important Emergency Information within the
Emergency Planning Zone (PAZs 1-12) and the 3 Public Education Zones
(PEZs) adjacent to the Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ). This annually
updated Emergency Information can be in the form of a calendar or a
booklet that can be inserted in the recipient’s telephone book and it can
include but not limited to the following information:
5.1.1.1 Instructions for public response to an emergency at Diablo
Canyon Power Plant including public school relocation
center locations, monitoring, decontamination and
reception center and congregate care center locations,
important information regarding the Emergency Warning
System Sirens and the Emergency Alert System messages
(heard on all local radio and television stations) and
information regarding ingesting Potassium Iodine.
5.1.1.2 General background information about nuclear power
generation, radiation, and the Emergency Response Plan
for Diablo Canyon Power Plant.
5.1.1.3 Forms for registering members of the public who need
special assistance and/or transportation in an emergency.
5.1.2 Annual publication in the local YP telephone book. Calendar or booklet
will contain nuclear emergency information pertaining to both the
Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ) and the Public Education Zones (PEZ).
The annually reviewed and updated information will provide information
relating to the sounding of the Early Warning System Sirens; instructions
to tune to a local radio or television station to receive the Emergency Alert
System messages; emergency telephone number for inquiries and/or
assistance, collection point locations, public school relocation centers,
public monitoring, decontamination and reception center and congregate
care center locations, pet information, service animal information;
monitoring and decontamination centers; information regarding potassium
iodine (KI) and a map showing the EPZ (with PAZ descriptions) and PEZs
in San Luis Obispo County; Website information, Facebook and Twitter.
5.1.3 Preparation and distribution of siren information stickers for use in hotel
and motel rooms, lobbies, and places of public assembly. The stickers
remind the public to listen to local radio or television stations for
emergency information if a steady siren of three to five minutes should
sound.
5.1.4 Promote public awareness of the Emergency Response Plan for Diablo
Canyon Power Plant in conjunction with field exercises. Promotion can
be accomplished through news releases in cooperation with PG&E, the
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American Red Cross, Cal OES, or other emergency response
organizations.
5.1.5 Annual postcard distribution, by DCPP, within the EPZ and PEZs
informing residents of annual siren test. Information includes the areas
where the sirens will be heard, instructions on what to do if sirens are
heard at times other than test days, a request that the public not call 9-1-1
for information about the test, and where to find additional emergency
information.
5.1.6 Postcard distribution, by DCPP, for those residents and businesses within
the northern Santa Barbara County. The postcard provides information as
to where to find emergency information about DCPP and how Santa
Barbara County is prepared to assist in the event of an emergency at
Diablo Canyon Power Plant.
5.1.7 An Agricultural booklet is produced by CDPH detailing specific
information for ranchers, farmers, producers, processors, distributors, etc.
regarding specific agriculture issues. Limited Agriculture information is
also included in the annual public information.
5.1.8 Although San Luis Obispo County Emergency Planning Zone does not
meet the requirement to produce non-English language materials, Spanish
information is available.
5.2 Content
The following shall be the minimum content addressed in the annual distribution of the
Diablo Canyon Power Plant Emergency Response Information:
5.2.1 Emergency Instructions
5.2.1.1 The meaning of the siren (go indoors and stay tuned to a
local radio or television station).
5.2.1.2 Other means of notification of the general public.
5.2.1.3 Protective actions emphasizing shelter or evacuation.
5.2.1.4 Description of emergency classification levels.
5.2.1.5 Sheltering -- what steps the public should take.
5.2.1.6 Evacuation -- what steps the public should take and the
location of the reception and congregate care centers.
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5.2.1.7 Identification of protective action zones.
5.2.1.8 Main evacuation routes to monitoring, decontamination and
reception center and congregate care center locations.
5.2.1.9 Identification of principle arteries to evacuation routes.
5.2.1.10 Identification of telephone numbers for urgently needed
information and/or transportation assistance during
evacuation.
5.2.1.11 Information regarding Potassium Iodide (KI) for instance,
where to purchase and when KI should be taken and by
whom.
5.2.1.12 Use telephones for personal emergencies only.
5.2.1.13 How public schools will be relocated, including
information on planned public school relocation centers.
5.2.1.14 Notifications for those at sea.
5.2.1.15 Special provisions for individuals with access and
functional needs.
5.2.2 General Information
The following key points will be provided:
5.2.2.1 Nuclear Power
5.2.2.1.1
Description of potential hazards.
5.2.2.2 Radiation
5.2.2.2.1. Description.
5.2.2.2.2 Health effects.
5.2.2.2.3 Potassium Iodide (KI)
5.2.2.3 Response Plan
5.2.2.3.1 How plan is activated.
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5.2.2.3.2 What preparations are in place according to
the Plan.
5.2.2.3.3 What the public can do to assist.
5.2.3 Questions Expected (Example Listing)
5.2.3.1 How will I be notified?
5.2.3.2 Who will decide what to do?
5.2.3.3 What about visitors?
5.2.3.4 When should I take Potassium Iodide (KI)?
5.2.3.5 What can I do to help or be prepared?
5.2.4 Emergency Checklist
5.2.4.1 Shelter
5.2.4.1.1 Securing building or room area.
5.2.4.1.2 Stay tuned to local radio or television
station.
5.2.4.1.3 Additional provisions such as emergency
supply of water, food, medications and a
means of communication..
5.2.4.2 Evacuation
5.2.4.2.1 What to take (list).
5.2.4.2.2 Where to go.
5.2.4.2.3 Protective Action Zone _
instructed to evacuate.
has been
5.2.4.2.4 Ride with friends or offer transportation.
5.2.4.2.5 No transportation; walk to collection point.
5.2.4.2.6 Plan to stay with friends or relatives if
possible.
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5.2.4.2.7 Securing the residence.
5.2.5 Preparedness
5.2.5.1 Family plan (meeting places, vehicles, pets, relative/friend
to stay with, etc.).
5.2.5.2 Provisions (emergency kit).
5.2.5.3 Registration for those with disability or medical need.
5.2.6 Agricultural Information
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PART 2 – ATTACHMENTS, FIGURES AND TABLES LIST
ATTACHMENT 1.1: GLOSSARY
ATTACHMENT 1.2: ACRONYMS
ATTACHMENT 2: NUREG CROSSWALK
FIGURE 2.1: REGIONAL LOCATION MAP
FIGURE 3.1.1: NRC-DEFINED EMERGENCY PLANNING ZONES (EPZ)
FIGURE 3.1.2: NRC-DEFINED PROTECTIVE ACTION ZONE AND INGESTION
PATHWAY ZONE (IPZ)
FIGURE 3.2: STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEFINEDEMERGENCY PLANNING
ZONE and PUBLIC EDUCATION ZONE
FIGURE 3.3: INGESTION PATHWAY ZONE MAP
FIGURE 3.4: WIND SPEED AND DIRECTION
FIGURE 3.5: MAJOR EVACUATION ROUTES
FIGURE 3.6: LOCAL EVACUATION ROUTES
FIGURE 3.7: LOCAL EVACUATION ROUTES FOR RECEPTION AND
CONGREGATE CARE CENTERS
FIGURE 3.8: LOCAL EVACUATION ROUTES PUBLIC SCHOOL
RELOCATION CENTERS
FIGURE 3.9: GRAPHICAL DEPICTION OF KEY EVACUATION
FIGURE 4.1.1: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION
FIGURE 4.1.2: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION – OPERATIONS
SECTION
FIGURE 4.1.3: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION – PLANS SECTION
FIGURE 4.1.4: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION – LOGISTICS
SECTION
FIGURE 4.1.5: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION – FINANCE AND
ADMINISTRATION SECTION
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FIGURE 4.2: INTERAGENCY EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION
FIGURE 5.2: EVACUATION ROUTE FROM DIABLO CANYON POWER
PLANT
TABLE 2.1: RELATIONSHIP OF WHOLE BODY DOSE TO HEALTH
EFFECTS
TABLE 2.2: RADIATION EXPOSURE CRITERIA
TABLE 3.1: EMERGENCY PLANNING ZONE DESCRIPTIONS PROTECTIVE
ACTION ZONES (PAZ)
TABLE 3.2.1: EPZ PERMANENT RESIDENT POPULATION
TABLE 3.2.2: PERMANENT RESIDENT VEHCILES BY PAZ
TABLE 3.3.1: SUMMARY OF POPULATION DEMAND
TABLE 3.3.2: SUMMARY OF VEHICLE DEMAND
TABLE 3.4: RECOMMENDED PROTECTIVE ACTIONS
TABLE 3.5.1: EVACUATION TIMES ESTIMATE BY SCENARIO AND
CONDITIONS – 90 PERCENT OF POPULATION
TABLE 3.5.2: EVACUATION TIMES ESTIMATE BY SCENARIO AND
CONDITIONS – 100 PERCENT OF POPULATION
TABLE 3.6: EVACUATION TIMES STUDY EARTHQUAKE RESPONSE
TABLE 3.7: SUMMARY OF ACTIONS AT THE FOUR EMERGENCY
CLASSIFICATION LEVELS
TABLE 3.7: GUIDANCE ON INITIATION AND DURATION OF RELEASE
TABLE 7.3-1: TRAINING MATRIX
TABLE 7.3-2: SOP NUMERICAL LISTINGS
TABLE 7.3-3: BLOCK DIAGRAM CROSS REFERENCE
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ATTACHMENT 1.1: GLOSSARY24
ACCIDENT: An uncontrolled event which has the potential for creating an emergency
condition.
AGRICULTURAL HOLD AREAS: Predetermined areas within the 50 mile Ingestion
Pathway Zone. The purpose of the Agricultural Hold Area is to prevent the movement of
potentially contaminated food, fodder or water until sampled and certified as being safe for
marketing.
AIR SAMPLING: The collection and analysis of samples of air to measure its radioactivity or
to detect the presence of radioactive substances, particulate matter or chemical pollutants.
ALERT: Events are in process or have occurred that involve actual or potential substantial
degradation of the level of safety of the plant or a security event that involves probable life
threatening risk to site personnel or damage to site equipment because of hostile action. Any
releases expected to be limited to small fractions of the EPA Protective Action Guideline
exposure levels.
ASSESSMENT ACTIONS: Those actions taken during or after an accident to obtain and
process information necessary for decisions implementing specific emergency measures.
BACKGROUND RADIATION: Radiation arising from material other than the one directly
under consideration. Cosmic rays and natural radioactivity are always present, and man-made
sources may also contribute to the background radiation levels.
COMMAND GROUP: Those in charge of the County Emergency Organization; including the
Emergency Services Director as the lead individual and three other members, the County Sheriff,
County Fire Chief, and County Health Officer.
COMMITTED DOSE EQUIVALENT (CDE): Refers to the radiation dose that will be
received over a period of 50 years from the ingestion or inhalation of a particular quantity of a
radionuclide or a specific mix of radionuclides.
COMMITTED EFFECTIVE DOSE EQUIVALENT(CEDE): Refers to the radiation dose
that will be received over a period of 50 years from the inhalation (or ingestion) of radionuclides,
where the individual organ doses have been adjusted so that the associated risk of fatal cancer
can be added to the risk of fatal cancer from whole-body dose.
CONGREGATE CARE CENTER: Refers to a facility for temporary housing, care and
feeding of evacuees. Can also be referred to as a Shelter.
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CONTAMINATION: The deposition of unwanted radioactive material on the surfaces of
structures, areas, objects, or personnel.
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Those emergency measures taken to ameliorate or terminate an
emergency situation at or near the source of the problem in order to prevent an uncontrolled
release of radioactive material or to reduce the magnitude of a release, e.g., shutting down
equipment, firefighting, repair and damage control. Corrective actions are taken by the power
plant operators.
DECAY: Disintegration of the nucleus of a radionuclide in a radioactive process.
DECAY RATE: The decrease in the activity of a radioactive material within a given time. The
decay rate is usually expressed in terms of the period during which half of the atoms will
disintegrate, i.e., the half-life.
DECONTAMINATION: The reduction or removal on contamination (unwanted radioactive
material) from a structure, area, object or person. Decontamination may be accomplished by (1)
treating the surface to remove or decrease the contamination; (2) letting the material stand so that
the radioactivity is decreased as a result of natural decay; and (3) covering the contamination to
shield or attenuate the radiation emitted.
DEPARTMENT OPERATIONS CENTER (DOC): Location where operational coordination
is accomplished for a specific department or function. May also function as a branch of the
Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
DOSE: A general form denoting the quantity of radiation or energy absorbed. For special
purposes it must be appropriately qualified. If unqualified, it refers to the absorbed dose.
DOSE CORRECTION FACTOR: Any factor that is used to change an environmental
measurement to dose.
DOSE LIMITS FOR EMERGENCY WORKERS: Refers to the allowable accumulated dose
during the entire period of the emergency. Action to avoid exceeding the limit is taken based on
actual measurements of integrated gamma exposure. In contrast, protection action guides are
trigger levels of projected dose at which actions are taken to protect the public. These actions are
taken prior to the dose being received.
DOSE RATE: The amount of radiation to which an individual would be exposed per unit of
time.
DOSIMETER: An instrument for measuring and registering total accumulated exposure to
penetrating ionizing radiations
EFFECTIVE DOSE EQUIVALENT (EDE): The sum of the products of the dose equivalent
to each organ and a weighting factor, where the weighting factor is the ratio of the risk of
mortality from delayed health effects arising from irradiation of a particular organ or tissue to the
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total risk of mortality from delayed health effects when the whole body irradiated uniformly to
the same dose.
EMERGENCY ACTION LEVEL (EAL): Specific contamination levels of airborne,
waterborne, or surface deposited concentrations of radioactive materials; or specific instrument
indications (including their rates of change) that may be used as threshold for initiating such
specific emergency measures as designating a particular class of emergency, initiating a
notification procedure, or initiating a particular protective action.
EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM (EAS): Replaces the Emergency Broadcasting System
(EBS). Method of advising public of protective measures via broadcast and cable media.
EMERGENCY CLASSIFICATION LEVEL (ECL): The four levels of nuclear power plant
emergencies established by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission/Federal Emergency
Management Agency: Notification of Unusual Event, Alert, Site Area Emergency, and General
Emergency.
EMERGENCY MEASURES: A collective term encompassing the assessment, corrective, and
protective actions taken during the course of the emergency condition.
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER (EOC): Offsite locations from which control and/or
coordination of offsite emergency actions are affected. The center is staffed by key County
emergency personnel charged with overall coordination and implementation of offsite
emergency operations and protective actions for the public.
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS FACILITY (EOF): This is the location from which
DCPP/PG&E personnel evaluate and coordinate activities in response to an accident at DCPP.
The EOF is co-located with the EOC and is approximately 12 miles from DCPP. PG&E
provides information on accident conditions at DCPP to Federal, State and local authorities for
implementation of offsite emergency plans. Office space is also provided for the NRC, FEMA,
State OES and staff of the UDAC.
EMERGENCY PHASE: Refers to the initial phase of response actions, during which actions
are taken in response to a threat of release or a release in progress.
EMERGENCY PLANNING ZONE (EPZ): The Diablo Canyon Power Plant (DCPP) is
completely within San Luis Obispo County. The State of California has divided an area around
the Diablo Canyon Power Plant into 12 Protective Action Zones (PAZs). These 12 PAZs form
the Emergency Planning Zone for the Diablo Canyon Power Plant. PAZs 1 through 5 form an
area whose boundary is approximately 10 miles from the DCPP facility. PAZs 1 through 5
comprise the area where the federal government has primary oversight responsibility for plans
and preparedness. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (FEMA) is the organization
responsible for offsite emergency preparedness within the area defined as PAZs 1 through 5.
PAZs 6 through 12 extend beyond the approximate 10 mile limit and comprise the area where
the State of California has primary responsibility for plans and preparedness. The planning and
preparedness for the Diablo Canyon Power Plant incorporates a single concept of operations for
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the entire emergency planning zone. FEMA evaluates the portions of the plans and preparedness
activities associated with the area and population within PAZ 1 through 5. The Governor’s
Office of Emergency Services reviews the portions of the plans and preparedness activities
associated with the area and population within PAZ 6 through 12. The Emergency Planning
Zone is the area where protective actions may be required. The range of protective actions
includes sheltering in place and evacuation.
EMERGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR (ESC): A member of the Command Group of
the County Emergency Organization acting under the direction of the Emergency Services
Director.
EMERGENCY SERVICES DIRECTOR (ESD): A member of the Command Group who is in
charge of the County Emergency Organization. The County Administrative Officer is assigned
this title, however, four alternates are also named. The term Emergency Services Director, as
used in this Plan, refers to the County ESD unless otherwise noted.
EVACUATION: The process of moving people from a potentially hazardous area to a safe area.
EXPOSURE: A measure of the ionization produced in air by X or gamma radiation. The
Roentgen (R) is the unit of exposure. The term “dose” is sometimes used interchangeably with
exposure and refers to absorbed ionization of energy in air.
FIELD MONITORING TEAM (FMT): A group of individuals trained in the use of field
radiation detection instruments who conduct field surveys and samplings.
GENERAL EMERGENCY (GE): Events that are in process or have occurred which involve
actual or imminent substantial core degradation or melting with potential for loss of containment
integrity or hostile action that results in an actual loss of physical control of the facility. Releases
can be reasonably expected to exceed EPA Protective Action Guideline exposure levels offsite
for more than the immediate site area.
IMPLEMENTING INSTRUCTIONS: Step by step instructions which implement the
provisions of the Emergency Response Plan.
INGESTION PATHWAY: A route by which released radioactive material is introduced into
the environment, including food chain and/or water supply, and is subsequently ingested by
members of the population.
INSTITUTIONALIZED INDIVIDUALS: Are individuals who reside in institutions, such as
nursing homes or prisons, and may need to depend on others for assistance with protective
actions. Institutionalized individuals may or may not have special needs or functional diversity
LOW POPULATION ZONE (PAZ 1 AND 2): The area immediately surrounding the
exclusion area of the power plant which contains residents, the total number and density of
which are such that there is reasonable probability that appropriate protective measures could be
taken in their behalf in the event of a serious accident (10 CFR 100.3). For Diablo Canyon
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Power Plant this is an area encompassed by a radius of approximately 6 statute miles (10KM).
This area corresponds to Protective Action Zones 1 and 2.
NOTIFICATION OF UNUSUAL EVENT (UE): Events are in process or have occurred
which indicate a potential degradation of the level of safety of the plant or indicate a security
threat to facility protection has been initiated. No releases of radioactive material requiring
offsite response or monitoring are expected unless further degradation of safety systems occurs.
OFFSITE: Any area outside of the PG&E owned Diablo Canyon Power Plant property line.
ONSITE: The area within the property upon which the Diablo Canyon Power Plant is located,
and over which the Pacific Gas and Electric Company exercises access control. This area is
approximately 900 acres immediately surrounding the plant.
PLUME EXPOSURE PATHWAY: The means by which the radioactive material released
from the facility (plume) may expose the population at risk to radiation. This exposure may be
external exposure from the passing plume, from contaminated surfaces, or may be from
inhalation of the passing plume.
PRESSURIZED WATER REACTOR (PWR): A power reactor in which heat is transferred
from the core to a heat exchanger by water kept under high pressure to achieve high temperature
without boiling in the primary system. Steam is generated in a secondary system. Diablo
Canyon is the type of reactor.
PROJECTED DOSE: An estimate of the radiation dose which affected individuals could
potentially receive if protective actions are not taken.
PROTECTIVE ACTION GUIDE (PAG): Projected radiological dose or dose commitment
values to individuals in the general population that warrant protective action following a release
of radioactive material. Protective actions would be warranted provided the reduction in
individual dose expected to be achieved by carrying out the protective action is not offset by
excessive risks to individual safety in taking the protective action. The PAG does not include the
dose that has unavoidably occurred prior to the assessment.
PROTECTIVE ACTIONS: Those emergency measures taken after an uncontrolled release of
radioactive material has occurred for the purpose of preventing or minimizing radiological
exposures to persons that would be likely to occur if the actions were not taken.
PUBLIC EDUCATION ZONE (PEZ): The State of California Nuclear Power Plant
Emergency Response Plan area enclosed by a boundary beyond the Basic EPZ to include the
area where a public education program is implemented. The Public Education Zone for Diablo
Canyon consists of zones 13, 14, 15.
RADIOLOGICAL EMERGENCY : A situation, excluding events from nuclear warfare,
leading to a release of a radioactive material at or produced by a fixed nuclear facility of a
magnitude that exceeds or may exceed protective action guides.
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RADIOLOGICAL MONITORING: The operation of locating and measuring radiation by
means of survey instruments which can detect and measure radiation.
RECOVERY PHASE: The phase that begins at the end of the plume (Emergency) phase. The
recovery phase includes decision making and operational actions associated with reentry of
personnel into restricted areas, restoration of areas, return of individuals to areas that have been
evacuated or restricted and relocation of individuals from areas where exposure rates exceed safe
limits.
REENTRY: Reentry is for essential personnel or the public to reenter a restricted area to
perform critical functions under controlled conditions on a temporary basis.
RELOCATION: Relocation represents the inability to restore affected areas to unrestricted use.
People are removed or excluded from the areas not previously evacuated in order to avoid
chronic radiation exposures in excess of established limits.
ROENTGEN EQUIVALENT MAN (REM): The unit of dose equivalent of any ionizing
radiation which produces the same biological absorbed dose of ordinary x-ray. A milliREM
(mREM) is one-thousandth of a REM.
RESTORATION: The process of reducing exposure rates and concentrations in the
environment to acceptable levels before unrestricted or restricted use begins.
RETURN: Recovery sub-phase when individuals are permitted to reoccupy previously restricted
areas. Depending on residual exposure rates and the potential for re-suspension, precautions
may be recommended.
ROENTGEN (R): Is the unit of exposure. The term “dose”, sometimes used interchangeably
with exposure, refers to absorbed ionizing energy.
SHELTER: A structure or other location offering shielding from nuclear radiation in the
environment.
SHELTERING: The use of a structure for radiation protection from an airborne plume and/or
deposited radioactive materials.
SITE BOUNDARY: The perimeter surrounding the restricted area within which the power plant
lies. For Diablo Canyon, an approximate ½ mile radius from the plant may be taken as the site
boundary.
SITE AREA EMERGENCY (SAE): Events are in process or have occurred which involve an
actual or potential substantial degradation of the level of the plant or a security event that
involves probable life threatening risk to site personnel or damage to site equipment because of
hostile action. Any releases are expected to be limited to small fractions of the EPA Protection
Action Guideline exposure levels.
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SPECIAL POPULATION: Are groups of individuals with physical or mental handicaps that
need assistance when protective actions are implemented.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT CENTER (TSC): The TSC is separated from but in close proximity
to the plant Control Room which has the capability to display and transmit plant status to
personnel responsible for engineering and management support of reactor operations in the event
of an accident. TEDE Total effective dose equivalent.
THYROID BLOCKING AGENCY: Or thyroid prophylaxis, a stable (non-radioactive) iodine
administered to limit the uptake of ingested or inhaled radioiodine by the body.
THYROID EXPOSURE: Radiation exposure to the thyroid through inhalation ingestion of
radioactive materials.
TOTAL EFFECTIVE DOSE EQUIVALENT (TEDE): See” Effective Dose Equivalent”
UNUSUAL EVENT (UE): Same as Notification of Unusual Event - Events are in process of
have occurred which indicate a potential degradation of the level of safety of the plant or indicate
a security threat to facility protection has been initiated. No releases of radioactive material
requiring offsite response or monitoring are expected unless further degradation of safety
systems occurs.
UNIFIED DOSE ASSESSMENT CENTER (UDAC): A location where offsite dose
projections and recommendations for protective actions are developed and reviewed by the
combined technical expertise of the utility, County, State, and Federal representatives. UDAC is
co-located with the EOF and EOC.
WHOLE BODY EXPOSURE: Direct external radiation exposure to the body from airborne
radioactive materials or soil contamination.
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ATTACHMENT 1.2: ACRONYMS
ALARA As Low As Reasonably Achievable
AMT Aerial Monitoring Team
ANI American Nuclear Insures
ARAC Atmospheric Release Advisory Capability
ARC American Red Cross
ARES Amateur Radio Emergency Services
Cal OES California Emergency Management Agency
CAL FIRE California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
CALTRANS California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
CANG California National Guard
CAO County Administrative Officer
CDCR California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
CDE Committed Doe Equivalent
CDPH California Department of Public Health
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
CHA County Health Agency
CHA DOC County Health Agency Department Operations Center
CHP California Highway Patrol
DCPP Diablo Canyon Power Plant
DMS Disaster Medical Services
DOE U.S. Department of Energy
DPW&T Department of Public Works and Transportation
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DSS California Department of Social Services
DSW Disaster Service Worker
EAL Emergency Action Level
EARS Emergency Assessment and Response System
EAS Emergency Alert System
ECC Emergency Communications Center
ECL Emergency Classification Level(s)
EMAD Center Evacuee Monitoring Decontamination Center
EMSA Emergency Medical Services Agency (local); Authority (State)
EOC Emergency Operations Center
EOF Emergency Operations Facility
EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPZ Emergency Planning Zone
ERM Emergency Response Manager
ESD Emergency Services Director
ETE Evacuation Time Estimate
EWEC Emergency Worker Exposure Control
EWS Early Warning System (sirens)
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FMT Field Monitoring Teams
FRERP Federal Radiological Emergency Response Plan – now part of the National
Response Framework
FRMAC Federal Radiological Monitoring & Assessment Center
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GE General Emergency – NRC emergency classification level
GIS Geographical Information System (Computerized Mapping)
HP Health Physics / Health Physicist
IC Incident Commander
ICP Incident Command Post
ICS Incident Command System
IPZ Ingestion Pathway Zone
JIC Joint Information Center
JMC Joint Media Center – now JIC
KI Potassium Iodide
MIDAS Meteorological Information Dose Assessment System (Computer System)
mR milliRoentgen
mRem millirem
NCRP National Council on Radiation Protection
NIMS National Incident Management System
NPP Nuclear Power Plant
NPP ERP Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Response Plan
NRC U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
NUE Notification of Unusual Event
NUREG Nuclear Regulatory Document
NWS National Weather Service
OA Operational Area
OEL Offsite Environmental Laboratory
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OES Office of Emergency Services
ORO Offsite Response Organization
PAC Phone Assistance Center (Rumor Control)
PAD Protective Action Decision
PAG Protective Action Guidelines
PAR Protective Action Recommendation
PAZ Protective Action Zone
PED Personal Electronic Dosimeter
PEZ Public Education Zone
PG&E Pacific Gas and Electric Company
PHN Public Health Nurse
PIC Pressurized Ion Chamber or Public Information Coordinator
PIM Public Information Manager
PIO Public Information Officer
RACES Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service
RAP Radiological Assistance Program (U.S. DOE)
REAC/TS Radiation Emergency Assistance Center/Training Site
REM Roentgen Equivalent Man
REOC Regional Emergency Operation Center (State OES)
REP Radiological Emergency Preparedness
RHB Radiological Health Branch (of CDHS)
SAE Site Area Emergency
SDAC State Dose Assessment Center
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SEMS Standardized Emergency Management System
SOC State Operations Center (Cal OES)
SOP Standard Operating Procedure
SWC California State Warning Center
TEDE Total Effective Dose Equivalent
TLD Thermoluminescent Dosimeter
TSC Technical Support Center
UDAC Unified Dose Assessment Center
UE Unusual Event, NRC Emergency Classification Level
UHF Ultra High Frequency (a local government radio net)
VHF Very High Frequency (a local government radio net)
WC Watch Commander
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FIGURE 2.1: REGIONAL LOCATION MAP
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FIGURE 3.1.1: NRC-DEFINED EMERGENCY PLANNING ZONES (EPZ)
PLUME EPZ in SECTORS
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FIGURE 3.1.2: NRC-DEFINED PROTECTIVE ACTION ZONE AND INGESTION PATHWAY ZONE (IPZ)
50 miles
10 miles
2 miles
OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
PRODUCED BY THE SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY AGRICULTURE
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FIGURE 3.2: STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEFINED EMERGENCY PLANNING ZONE
and PUBLIC EDUCATION ZONE
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FIGURE 3.3: INGESTION PATHWAY ZONE MAP
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County Line
SAN MIGUEL
101
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CAMBRIA
TEMPLETON
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FIGURE 3.4: WIND SPEED AND DIRECTION
060104/DCP P windrode map
mile radius f rom DCPP
Dir
%
Occurrence
Mean
Wind
Speed (mph)
N 2.75 4.9
NNE 2.15 2.5 NE 1.94 3.1 ENE 1.98 6.5 E 2.94 9.2
ESE 8.36 11.5 SE 34.13 15.2 SSE 10.19 9.7 S 3.06 7.3 SSW 3.11 6.7 SW 2.71 7.3
WSW 1.78 6.8 W 1.78 5.7 WNW 6.65 6.4 NW 11.56 7.3
NNW 4.91 6.7
Source: PG&E wind rose Map
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FIGURE 3.6: LOCAL EVACUATION ROUTES
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MAP 11
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FIGURE 3.7: LOCAL EVACUATION ROUTES FOR RECEPTION AND
CONGREGATE CARE CENTERS
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FIGURE 3.8: LOCAL EVACUATION ROUTES PUBLIC SCHOOL RELOCATION
CENTERS
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FIGURE 3.9: GRAPHICAL DEPICTION OF KEY EVACUATION
(Page 1 of 2)
DAYTIME RESPONSE
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FIGURE 3.9 CONT: GRAPHICAL DEPICTION OF KEY EVACUATION
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NIGHTTIME RESPONSE
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FIGURE 4.1.1: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION
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FIGURE 4.1.2: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION – OPERATIONS SECTION
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FIGURE 4.1.3: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION – PLANS SECTION
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FIGURE 4.1.4: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION – LOGISTICS SECTION
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FIGURE 4.1.5: COUNTY EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION – FINANCE AND ADMINSTRATION SECTION
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FIGURE 4.2: INTERAGENCY EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION
Lines of Command =
Lines of Coordination Communication
City Public Works
US
Department
of Energy
US Department of Homeland Security US
Nuclear
Regulatory
Commission
Other State Agency Support
CA Governor’s Office
of Emergency
Services (Cal OES)
CA Dept Public Health
Santa Barbara County/Santa Maria
City Manager
PG&E/DCPP
San Luis Obispo County Unified Command Group
City Council
City
Fire City Police
Other Federal Agency Support
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FIGURE 5.1: RADIOLOGICAL PLUME ASSESSMENT ORGANIZATION
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FIGURE 5.2: EVACUATION ROUTE FROM DIABLO CANYON POWER PLANT
Evacuation Routes for DCPP Onsite Personnel
Scale in Miles Source: DCPP Emergency Planning 2006
COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
COUNTY EMERGENCY OPERATIONS
CENTER
PG&E EMERGENCY OPERATIONS FACILITY
JOINT INFORMATION CENTER
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TABLE 2.1: RELATIONSHIP OF WHOLE BODY DOSE TO HEALTH EFFECTS
Representative
Absorbed Dose
of Nature of Whole Body (REM)
Minimal dose detectable by chromosome
analysis or other specialized analyses,
but not by hemogram
5-2525
Minimal acute dose readily detectable
in a specific individual (e.g., one who
presents himself as a possible exposure
case)
50-751
Minimal acute dose likely to produce
vomiting in about 10 percent of people
so exposed
75-1251
Acute dose likely to produce transient
disability and clear hematological
changes in a majority of people so
exposed
150-2001
Median lethal dose for single short
exposure, no medical treatment
3001
Median lethal dose for a single short
exposure with supportive medical treatment
(e.g., antibiotics and whole blood and
platelet transfusions)
51026
25 Source: Basic Radiation Protection Criteria, National Council on Radiation Protection and
Measurements, NCRP Report No. 39, January 1971and NCRP Report No, 91, June 1987.
26 Source: Reactor Safety Study: An Assessment of Risks in U.S. Commercial Nuclear Power Plants,
(WASH-1400, NUREG 75/014) U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, October 1975
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TABLE 2.2: RADIATION EXPOSURE CRITERIA
GENERAL POPULATION
Protective Action Guides 27 (PAGs)
Total Effective Dose Equivalent (TEDE): 1.0 REM
Thyroid Committed Dose Equivalent (CDE): 5.0 REM
EMERGENCY EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
EMERGENCY WORKER EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
NOTE: DO NOT EXCEED EXPOSURE or DOSE LIMITS LISTED BELOW WITHOUT COUNTY HEALTH
OFFICER (CHO) AUTHORIZATION.
Category PED Dose Limit Comments
1. EMERGENCY EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
Administrative
Exposure ( DDE dose)
Limit
1,000 mrem (1.00 rem) DDE
dose
Administrative Exposure limit for emergency workers is set at
1,000 mrem DDE dose. Unless authorized to continue work,
return to your EWEC Command Center, or other location as
directed, immediately.
Emergency Activities Up to 5,000 mrem (5 rem)
TEDE dose
The CHO must authorize exposure in excess of 1,000 mrem
DDE dose. If authorized, you may receive up to 5,000 mrem TEDE dose for emergency activities.
Activities to protect
valuable property
where lower dose is not
practical.
Up to 10,000 mrem (10 rem)
TEDE dose
With CHO authorization, up to 10,000 mrem TEDE dose may
be authorized for protection of valuable property where a
lower dose is not practical. Volunteers Only. Safety Briefing.
Life-saving activities or
protection of large
populations where
lower dose is not
practical.
Up to 25,000 mrem (25 rem)
TEDE dose.
With CHO authorization, volunteers may be authorized up to
25,000 mrem (25 rem) TEDE dose for the purpose of life
saving actions or the protection of large populations where a
lower dose is not practical. Volunteers Only. Safety Briefing
Extraordinary Life-
saving activities or
protection of large
populations where
lower dose is not
practical
25,000-75,0000 mrem (25-75
rem) TEDE dose.
With CHO authorization, volunteers may be authorized up to
75,000 mrem (75 rem) TEDE dose for the purpose of
extraordinary life-saving activities or protection of large
populations where lower dose is not practical and ONLY if
they have been made fully aware of the risks. Volunteers
Only. Safety Briefing
27 Source: U.S. EPA 400 -R-92-001 (May 92) Manual of Protective Action Guides and Protective Actions
for Nuclear Incidents
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TABLE 3.1: EMERGENCY PLANNING ZONE DESCRIPTIONS PROTECTIVE
ACTION ZONES (PAZ)
(Sheet 1 of 2)
PAZs approximately 0 - 10 miles from Diablo Canyon Power Plant
AREA OF PRIMARY OVERSIGHT BY US DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
(PAZ) Designation PAZ Includes
1 2 - miles Identified residences, isolated hill areas within 2 miles of the plant
2 6 - miles Identified residences, plant access road, upper segments of See Canyon
and Prefumo Canyon Road, Montana de Oro State Park and isolated hill
areas extending out to 6 mile radius of the plant.
3 Avila/San Luis Bay/
See Canyon/
Squire Canyon
Avila Beach, Port San Luis, Pirate's Cove, San Luis Bay Estates, Avila
Road, San Luis Bay Drive, See Canyon Road outside the 6-mile limit.
Squire and Gragg Canyons and Sunset Palisades extending to the east and
south to about 9 or 10 miles from the plant
4 Prefumo
Canyon/Los
OsosValley
Prefumo Canyon Road, outside 6-mile limit. Los Osos Valley Road
between Turri Road and Foothill Boulevard extending out to
approximately 10 miles from the plant
5 Baywood/Los Osos Baywood Park, Los Osos, Turri Road, Los Osos Valley Road west of
Turri Road, Clark Valley extending to the north approximately 10 miles
from the plant.
-----------------AREAS EXCEEDING 10-Mile NRC EPZ-----------------
AREA OF PRIMARY OVERSIGHT BY STATE OF CALIFORNIA
(PAZ) Designation PAZ Includes
6 City of Pismo Beach City of Pismo Beach
(including beaches),
Shell Beach, south
of Spyglass Drive
(including adjacent
beaches).
7 Indian Knob/Price Canyon Price Canyon Road
and isolated hill
areas north of Pismo
Beach.
8 San Luis Obispo Area City of San Luis
Obispo, Cal Poly,
Calif. Men's
Colony, Camp San
Luis Obispo, Cuesta
College, O'Connor
Way, Orcutt Road
north of East Corral
de Piedra Creek,
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Edna, Country Club,
and Davenport
Creek area.
9 Morro Bay/ Cayucos State Highway 1 west
Cuesta College, Morr
Bay, Cayucos, Whale
Rock Reservoir area.
10 Five Cities
(southern portion)
City of Arroyo
Grande, Grover
Beach, Oceano,
Halcyon, and Pismo
State Beach.
11 Orcutt Road/Lopez Drive/State
Highway 227
Canyon area north of
Five Cities (bounded
by Price Canyon,
Orcutt Road, Huasna
Creek and northern
limits of Arroyo
Grande and Pismo
Beach).
12 Nipomo north of Willow Road Nipomo Mesa north
of Willow Road,
Cienga Valley,
Pismo Dunes State
Recreational Vehicle
Area.
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TABLE 3.1: PUBLIC EDUCATION ZONE DESCRIPTIONS
(Sheet 2 of 2)
AREA WHERE ANY SUBSEQUENT PROTECTIVE ACTIONS
WOULD BE DONE ON AN AD HOC BASIS
Public
Education Zone (PEZ)
Designation
PEZ Includes
13 Nipomo Nipomo Mesa south of Willow Road, Nipomo Valley,
Santa Maria Valley north of Santa Maria and Cuyama
Rivers.
14 Cuesta Pass/
Santa Margarita
U.S. 101 north of San Luis Obispo, Santa Margarita,
isolated hill areas north and east of San Luis Obispo within
20 miles of plant
15 State Highway 41/
Old Creek Road
State Highway 1 north of Cayucos, Old Creek Road, State
Highway 41, isolated hill areas north and east of Cayucos
and Morro Bay within 20 miles of the plant.
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TABLE 3.2.1: EPZ PERMANENT RESIDENT POPULATION
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TABLE 3.2.2: PERMANENT RESIDENT VEHCILES BY PAZ
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TABLE 3.3.1: SUMMARY OF POPULATION DEMAND
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TABLE 3.3.2: SUMMARY OF VEHICLE DEMAND
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TABLE 3.4: RECOMMENDED PROTECTIVE ACTIONS14
Projected Dose (REM)
to the Population (a)
Recommended
Protective
Actions (b)
Comments
TEDE - less than 1.0
REM
AND
No planned protective actions
beyond those actions followed
in appropriate Standard
Operating Procedures. (c)
Off-site authorities may take precautionary
actions. Previously directed protective actions
may be reconsidered or terminated.
Thyroid
CDE - less than 5.0
REM
TEDE - ≥ 1.0 REM
OR
Evacuate.
or Shelter in Place (d)
Sheltering should be the preferred protective
action when it will provide protection equal to
evacuation or, if evacuation is not feasible.
Institutionalized persons who are not readily
mobile and are treated as a special group by
off-site authorities may be sheltered.
Thyroid
CDE - ≥ 5.0 REM
Order ingestion of KI for
general population for Thyroid
CDE > 5.0 (f)
Thyroid CDE- ≥5.0
REM
Administer thyroid blocking
for the appropriate emergency
workers and institutionalized
persons. (e) (f)
Thyroid blocking may be authorized by off-
site authorities for populations which cannot
be evacuated.
(a) Dose thresholds are expressed in terms of Total Effective Dose Equivalent (TEDE) and Thyroid
Committed Dose Equivalent (CDE).
(b) These actions are a recommendation for planning purposes. At the time of the incident, Protective Action
Decisions (PAD) should take existing conditions into consideration (e.g., plant conditions, adverse weather,
evacuation time estimates, projected plume arrival time, competing disasters, etc.).
(c) Off-site authorities may implement low impact protective and precautionary actions to reduce potential
health effects from radiation exposure.
(d) Sheltering should always be implemented in cases when evacuation is not carried out at projected TEDE of
1.0 REM or more. And except in very unusual circumstances, should never be relied upon at projected
doses greater than 10.0 REM TEDE
(e) In the event that an institutionalized person is under 18 years of age, thyroid blocking medication may be
administered for thyroid CDE >5 REM
(f) May also order ingestion if (1) a release of radioactive iodine occurs that poses a threat to public health or (2) when the
release information is unknown but other environmental and plant conditions suggest KI ingestion may be a prudent
measure.
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TABLE 3.5.1: EVACUATION TIMES ESTIMATE BY SCENARIO AND CONDITIONS – 90 PERCENT OF POPULATION
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TABLE 3.5.1 CONT: EVACUATION TIMES ESTIMATE BY SCENARIO AND CONDITIONS – 90 PERCENT OF
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TABLE 3.5.1 CONT: EVACUATION TIMES ESTIMATE BY SCENARIO AND CONDITIONS – 90 PERCENT OF
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TABLE 3.5.2: EVACUATION TIMES ESTIMATE BY SCENARIO AND CONDITIONS – 100 PERCENT OF
POPULATION
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TABLE 3.5.2 CONT: EVACUATION TIMES ESTIMATE BY SCENARIO AND CONDITIONS – 100 PERCENT OF
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TABLE 3.5.2 CONT: EVACUATION TIMES ESTIMATE BY SCENARIO AND CONDITIONS – 100 PERCENT OF
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TABLE 3.6: EVACUATION TIMES STUDY EARTHQUAKE RESPONSE
UPDATED INFORMATION REGARDING THE EVACUATION TIMES
ESTIMATE AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE WILL BE DETAILED IN THE
COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO EARTHQUAKE EMERGENCY RESPONSE
PLAN
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TABLE 3.7: SUMMARY OF ACTIONS AT THE FOUR EMERGENCY
CLASSIFICATION LEVELS
(Sheet 1 of 4)
UNUSUAL EVENT
Provide fire, emergency medical or law
enforcement assistance if requested.
● Promptly inform County, State and
offsite company support agencies of
the ALERT or higher condition and
its status.
●
Escalate to a more severe class. ● Escalate to a more severe class. ●
OR OR
Standby of designated County Emergency
Services Staff until verbal closeout.
● Close out with verbal summary to
offsite support agencies followed by
written summary within 24 hours.
●
Release of public information as
necessary.
● Assess and respond. ●
Notify agencies and personnel indicated
on Watch Commander’s notification list
(County Sheriff, County Office of
Emergency Services, and activate the Red
Phone
● Augment on-shift resources as
required
●
Provide fire, emergency medical or law
enforcement assistance if requested.
● Promptly inform County, State and
offsite company support agencies of
nature of the unusual event.
●
General Actions of County or Local Authorities General Actions of Plant Staff
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TABLE 3.7: SUMMARY OF ACTIONS AT THE FOUR EMERGENCY
CLASSIFICATION LEVELS
(Sheet 2 of 4)
ALERT
General Actions of Plant Staff General Actions of County or Local Authorities consider
actions listed for UE plus the following:
● Promptly inform County, State
and offsite company support
agencies of nature of the unusual
event.
● Augment resources by
activating onsite Technical
Support Center, onsite
Operational Support Center
and Emergency Operations
Facilities.
● Assess and respond.
● Dispatch onsite monitoring teams
and associated
communications as required.
● Provide periodic
Meteorological assessments to
offsite authorities.
● Provide periodic plant status
updates to offsite authorities
at least every 45 minutes.
● Provide a dedicated individual
(advisor to the County
Emergency Organization) for
plant status updates to offsite
authorities and periodic media
briefings (joint with offsite
authorities).
● Close out by verbal summary
to offsite authorities followed
by written summary within
24 hours. OR
● Escalate to a more severe class.
All responders will follow their Standard Operation Procedures
which may include but not limited to the following:
● Activate the County Emergency Operations Center,
JIC, PAC and Field Monitoring Teams.
● Provide assistance requested, as available.
● Notification of all local, state, and federal officials involved in
emergency response.
● Alert to standby status key emergency personnel and associated
communications.
● Provide confirmatory offsite radiation monitoring and ingestion
pathway dose projections
● County / State Parks and Beaches may be closed according to
authorized jurisdiction’s SOPs as appropriate.
● County Superintendent of Schools will consult with Bellevue-
Santa Fe School and all District Superintendents regarding
possible relocation. Relocation of certain schools may occur at
this stage. Buses may be directed to standby at appropriate schools
to facilitate the possible relocation of students, faculty and staff as
the situation necessitates .
● Place EAS on standby.
● Request Cal OES to notify Camp Roberts and place National
Guard and Camp Roberts on standby as necessary.
● Consider implementing precautionary actions.
● Consider opening or putting on standby all or some of the
following facilities: Monitoring, Decontamination, Reception and
Congregate Care facilities.
● Consider request DCPP to have an American Nuclear Insurer’s
respond to County Counsel.
● Maintain ALERT status until closeout or reduction of emergency
class.
OR
● Escalate to SITE AREA EMERGENCY or higher class.
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TABLE 3.7: SUMMARY OF ACTIONS AT THE FOUR EMERGENCY
CLASSIFICATION LEVELS
(Sheet 3 of 4)
SITE AREA EMERGENCY
General Actions of Plant Staff General Actions of County or
Local Authorities
● Promptly inform County, State, and offsite
company support agencies of the Site Area
Emergency condition and its status.
● Augment resources by activating onsite
Technical Support Center, onsite
Operational Support Center, and offsite
Recovery Center.
● Assess and respond.
● Dispatch onsite monitoring teams and
associated communications.
● Provide a dedicated individual (advisor to
County Emergency Organization) for plant
status updates to offsite authorities and
periodic media briefings (joint with offsite
authorities).
● Make senior technical and management
staff onsite available for consultation with
NRC and State authorities on a periodic
basis.
● Provide meteorological and dose estimates
to offsite authorities for actual releases via
a dedicated individual or automated data
transmission.
● Provide release and dose projections based
on available plant condition information
and foreseeable contingencies.
● Close out or recommend reduction in
emergency class by briefing of offsite
authorities at County Emergency
Operations Center by phone followed by
written summary within 24 hours.
OR
● Escalate to General Emergency class.
Complete the actions for ALERT, if appropriate, plus the following:
● Notification of key local, state, and federal officials involved in
emergency response.
● Activation of the Emergency Operations Center,
and Field Monitoring Team.
● Activate JIC and PAC provide joint media briefings with
DCPP/PG&E and various agencies.
● Provide assistance requested, as available.
● Dispatch key emergency personnel, including monitoring teams
and associated communications as appropriate
● Consider sheltering or evacuating. Assess need to extend
precautionary actions. (County and State Parks and Beaches may
be closed according to authorized jurisdiction’s SOPs)
● Alert to standby status other emergency personnel (e.g., those
needed for evacuation) and dispatch personnel to near-site duty
stations.
● Consider implementing school relocation and limiting hospital
admissions.
● Provide monitoring results to DCPP and others and jointly assess
data (use UDAC).
● Assess need for preventive and protective agriculture measures.
● Continuously assess information from DCPP and offsite
monitoring with regard to changes to protective actions already
initiated for public and mobilizing evacuation resources.
● Activate Monitoring and Decontamination, Reception and
Congregate Care facilities as appropriate.
● Mobilize response staff necessary to conduct operations
throughout EPZ.
● Maintain SITE AREA EMERGENCY status until closeout or
reduction of emergency class. OR
● Escalate to GENERAL EMERGENCY class.
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TABLE 3.7: SUMMARY OF ACTIONS AT THE FOUR EMERGENCY
CLASSIFICATION LEVELS
(Sheet 4 of 4)
GENERAL EMERGENCY
General Actions of Plant Staff General Actions of County or Local Authorities
● Promptly inform County, State and
offsite company support agencies of the
General Emergency condition and its status.
● Augment resources by activating
onsite Technical Support Center, onsite
Operational Support Center, and Emergency
Operations Center.
● Assess and respond
● Evacuate nonessential people from the
site.
● Dispatch onsite and offsite monitoring
teams and associated communications.
● Provide a dedicated individual
(Advisor to County Emergency Organization)
for plant status updates to offsite authorities
and periodic media briefings (joint with offsite
authorities).
● Make senior technical and
management staff onsite available for
consultation with NRC and the State on a
periodic basis.
● Provide meteorological and dose
estimates to offsite authorities for actual
releases via a dedicated individual or
automated data tran smission.
● Provide release and dose projections based
On available plant condition information and
foreseeable contingencies.
● Close out or recommend reduction of
emergency class by briefing of offsite
authorities at County Emergency Operations
Center by phone followed by written summary
within 24 hours.
Complete the actions for SITE AREA EMERGENCY, if
appropriate, and include the following:
● Notification of key local, state and federal officials
involved in emergency response.
● Provide assistance requested, as available.
● Activate the County Emergency Operations Center,
JIC and PAC.
● Activate public notification of emergency status and
provide public periodic updates. (Use EAS)
● Shelter or evacuate as appropriate. Assess
need to extend protective actions.
• Use Siren Systems as appropriate if public protective
actions are ordered
● Dispatch key emergency personnel including
monitoring teams and associated communications.
● Dispatch other emergency personnel to duty stations
within Emergency Planning Zone and alert all others to
standby status.
● Provide monitoring results to PG&E, if any, and
others in UDAC and continually assess information
from PG&E and offsite monitoring with regard to
changes to protective actions already initiated for the
public and mobilizing evacuation resources.
● Assess need for action to prevent or mitigate Ingestion
pathway exposure and recommend preventative and
protective measures.
● Consider relocation to an alternate EOC if actual dose
accumulation in near-site EOC exceeds lower bound of
EPA Protective Action Guides.
● Maintain GENERAL EMERGENCY status until
closeout or reduction of emergency class.
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TABLE 3.7: GUIDANCE ON INITIATION AND DURATION OF RELEASE
IF A RELEASE OCCURS
Source: NUREG-0654/FEMA-REP-1, Rev. 1, 1980
Section I.D, Planning Basis, Table 2
Time from initiating event to start of
atmospheric release
0.5 hour to 1 day
Time period over which radioactive material
may be continuously released
0.5 hour to several days
Time at which major portion of release may
occur
0.5 hour to 1 day after start of release
Travel time for release to exposure point
(time after release)
5 miles: 0.5 to 2 hours
10 miles: 1 to 4 hours
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TABLE 7.3-2: SOP NUMERICAL LISTINGS
Part Three
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Numerical Listing
NPP SOPS
SOP No. SOP Title Responsible Organization /
Authenticator
III.01 Emergency Services Director County Administrative Officer
III.02 County Sheriff’s Department Sheriff
III.02A County Sheriff’s Watch Commander
Procedures Sheriff
III.03 CAL FIRE/County Fire Department County Fire Chief
III.04 County Public Works and Transportation Public Works Director
III.05 County Public Health Agency Health Agency Director
III.06 County Environmental Health Environmental Health Director
06-HP1 Offsite Dose Assessment Environmental Health Director
06-HP1A Offsite Dose Assessment-Computerized Environmental Health Director
06-HP2 Protective Action Guidelines Environmental Health Director
06-HP3 Emergency Environmental Monitoring Environmental Health Director
06-HP6 Vehicle Monitoring Environmental Health Director
06-HP7 Evacuee Decontamination-Camp Roberts County Health Officer
06-HP8 Area, Vehicle, and Equipment Decon County Health Officer
06-HP9 Emergency Worker Decon County Health Officer
06-HP11 Emergency Worker Exposure Control County Health Officer
06-HP12 Unified Dose Assessment Environmental Health Director
06-HP15
Southern Evacuee Monitoring, Decon
(EMAD) and Reception Center
Operations
Santa Barbara County
III.07 Department of Social Services DSS Director
III.08 Public Information Officer County PIO/OES Manager
III.10 General Services Agency General Services Director
III.11 County Counsel Dept Head or Lead County Counsel
III.12 County Agriculture Commissioner Ag Commissioner
III.13 Air Pollution Control District Supervisor Air Quality Specialist
III.14 Plans Emergency Services Manager
III.15 Logistics Emergency Services Manager
III.16 Operations Emergency Services Manager
III.17 Incident Command Post Emergency Services Manager
III.20 California Highway Patrol CHP Commander
III.21 Caltrans Caltrans
III.22 State Parks and Recreation State Parks and Recreation
III.23 American Red Cross American Red Cross
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SOP No. SOP Title Responsible Organization /
Authenticator
III.24 Cal Poly Cal Poly
III.25 USCG USCG Morro Bay
III.30 City of Morro Bay Fire Chief of Morro Bay
III.31 City of San Luis Obispo Fire Chief of SLO City
III.32 City of Pismo Beach City Manager/Police Chief
III.33 City of Arroyo Grande Police Chief
III.34 City of Grover Beach Police Chief
III.41 Cayucos Fire Protection District Fire Chief
III.44 Port San Luis Harbor District Harbor Master
III.50 County Office of Education County Office of Education
III.51 San Luis Coastal Unified School District Superintendent
III.53 Cayucos Elementary School Superintendent/Principal
III.54 Lucia Mar Unified School District Superintendent
III.55 Cuesta College College President
III.56 Paso Robles Event Center Paso Robles Event Center
III.57 Bellevue Santa-Fe Charter School Superintendent/Principal
III.58 Before/After School Care Providers County Office of Education
III.59 Nipomo Evacuation Center Superintendent
III.60 RACES Comm Shop Director
III.62 Private Schools County Office of Education
III.64 Route Alerting and Carless Collection OES Manager
* Gaps in numbering indicate SOPs that have been deleted or combined.
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Part 2, Administrative Plan January 2014
TABLE 7.3-3: BLOCK DIAGRAM CROSS REFERENCE
City of San Luis Obispo
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
Adverse Weather
• Drought
• Erosion
• Storm
• Windstorms
• Severe Winter Storm
• Localized Flooding
• Severe Heat
ANNEX H
Developed for:
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo
Fire Department
San Luis Obispo, CA.
Prepared by:
David L. Mathe
Disaster Leadership and
Preparedness Advisor
Nipomo, CA.
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FORWARD
Annex H, City of San Luis Obispo Adverse Weather Emergency Management Plan addresses the City of
San Luis Obispo's response to adverse weather. Response measures and procedures concerning the
policy and operations of the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Organization are contained herein.
Coordinated Response
It is recognized that if major adverse weather impacts the City of San Luis Obispo and is regional in
nature, Unified Command will be charged with coordinating the response.
ICS/SEMS/NIMS
The City of San Luis Obispo has adopted the Incident Command System (ICS), the Standardized
Emergency System (SEMS), and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) as the emergency
organization and the emergency management system for response to damaging adverse weather
impacting the City of San Luis Obispo.
Unified Incident Command Authority
In the event of adverse weather, the Fire Chief will assume the position of Unified Incident Commander.
In the event the Fire Chief is not available, the following chain of command is provided to identify
authorized alternates to fill the City of San Luis Obispo's position as Incident Commander.
No. 1 –Public Works Director (Flooding)/ Deputy Fire Chief, or On-Duty Fire Battalion Chief
No. 2 –Public Works person as appointed by the Public Works Director (Flooding)
No. 3 – The On-Duty highest ranking Fire Officer or Police Officer
The Unified Incident Commander will:
Alert the San Luis Obispo City Manager as to the severity of the incident.
Emergency Operations Center Leadership
The City Manager is the Emergency Services Director. The Assistant City Manager is the Deputy
Emergency Services Director.
Persons with Access and Functional Needs
It is the intent of the City of San Luis Obispo to ensure that Persons with Functional and Access Needs
have equal services that are provided to the citizens of San Luis Obispo and are a priority during an
emergency.
_________________
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo Fire Department
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Date:
Adverse Weather
Table of Contents
Section Page
Forward 2
Table of Contents 3
I. Essentials 5
A. Adverse Weather Advisory 5
B. Initiating Event 6
C. Adverse Weather Plan Activation 6
D. Initial Alerting 6
II. Response 7
A. Emergency Operations Center Locations 7
B. Emergency Operations Center-Levels of Activation 7
C. Emergency Response Levels 8
D. Situation Awareness Reporting 8
E. Situation Reporting Zones 9
F. Situation Zone Responsibilities 10
G. San Luis Obispo County Resources 10
III. Hazard Assessment 10
A. Hazard Assessment 10
IV. Potential Impacts 11
1. Leadership 11
2. Situation Reporting 11
3. Building Collapse/Rescue 12
4. Multiple Casualties 12
5. School Disruptions 12
6. Hazardous Materials release 12
7. Fires 12
8. Evacuation 12
9. Utilities—Natural Gas—Electric—Water—Sanitation 12
10. Transportation System 13
11. Communications 13
12. Emergency Public Information 13
V. Emergency Recovery 14
A. Re-entry 14
B. Demobilization 14
C. Final Report and Activity Log 14
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VI. Plan Administration
A. Plan Adoption 15
B. Purpose 15
C. Authorities 15
D. Scope 15
E. Plan Revisions 16
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I. Essentials
A. Adverse Weather
Drought: Periods of drought can have significant environmental, agricultural, health, economic
and social consequences. Drought can also reduce water quality, because lower water flows
reduce dilution of pollutants and increase contamination of remaining water sources. Wildfires
are typically larger and more severe in periods of drought due to the lower fuel moisture
content.
Erosion: erosion is a natural geological process caused by currents, storms, earthquakes, winds,
and the gradual movement of tectonic plates. It may take place slowly over thousands of years,
or it may occur dramatically, as with landslides or severe storms.
Rates of erosion are reported as a yearly average. Local annual erosion rates range from three
inches a year to over one foot. However, this pattern is not indicative of future annual changes.
Storm: Storms usually do most of their damage in the form of erosion and localized flooding.
The winds originate from low-pressure systems offshore and circulate counterclockwise around
the low. The duration of such a storm, can be the most significant measure of its
destructiveness.
Wind Storms: Refers to any dangerous meteorological phenomena with the potential to cause
damage, serious social disruption, or loss of human life. Severe windstorms pose a significant
risk to life and property in the region by creating conditions that disrupt essential systems such
as public utilities, telecommunications, and transportation routes. High winds can and do
occasionally cause tornado-like damage to local homes and businesses. Severe windstorms can
present a very destabilizing effect on the dry brush that covers local hillsides and wildla nd
urban interface areas. High winds can have destructive impacts, especially to property trees,
power lines, and other utility services.
Severe Winter Storm: Severe winter storms are a combination of high winds and heavy rains.
These events occur on a regular basis when two fronts combine to create the storm.
Localized Flooding:
Advisories, watches and warnings are often issued by the National Weather Service regarding
storms or floods. The basis of these advisories is predictable weather patterns and existing
knowledge of the flooding history of an area. For all practical purposes, these notifications
require nothing more than a heightened level of awareness on the part of both emergency
responders and the general public.
Flood Advisory – Minor general or area flooding of streets, low-lying areas, urban
storm drains, creeks, and small streams is occurring, imminent, or highly likely.
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Flood Watch is issued when conditions are favorable for flooding. It does not mean
flooding will occur, but it is possible.
Flood Warning is issued when flooding is imminent or occurring.
Severe Heat: In the event of an extended Severe Heat period, the event will be led from the
appropriate Department Operations Center (DOC).
B. Initiating Event
Adverse weather is the initiating event that alerts the public and the City of San Luis Obispo. The focal
point for reporting initial adverse weather damage is the City of San Luis Obispo’s Emergency
Communications Center.
C. Plan Activation
It is the policy of the City of San Luis Obispo that adverse weather, as referenced in this Plan, and in the
judgment of the City Manager, Fire Chief or Police Chief, or their designee, warrants activation of this
plan.
If confirmed damage is brought to the attention of the City of San Luis Obispo Emergency
Communications Center, contact with the Unified Incident Commander (or authorized alternate) should
be attempted. If contact is possible, the Unified Incident Commander or alternate would be advised of
the situation, including initial damage reports.
If contact with the Unified Incident Commander or any authorized alternate cannot be made, the
Deputy Fire Chief or on-duty Battalion Chief or highest-ranking Police Officer may recommend Plan
activation.
D. Initial Alerting
Upon Plan activation, the San Luis Obispo Emergency Communications Center will notify City
departments of Plan and Emergency Operations Center activation. EOC mobilization instructions are as
follows:
The on-duty dispatchers (with the assistance of on-duty support staff) will:
Notify the San Luis Obispo City Manager and all department heads and have them
report to the City’s Emergency Operations Center.
Alert all off-duty police, fire, public works, utilities, Parks and Recreation and
Community Development building inspectors.
Poll police and fire units and stations for damage assessment and available resources.
Alert on-duty police and fire units and instruct them to begin Situation Reporting in the
San Luis Obispo Situation Reporting Zones (SRZ).
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II. Response
A. Emergency Operations Center Locations:
The following are the EOC locations for an emergency event. (Note: These locations may be adjusted or
changed depending on the specific circumstances of the event).
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER (EOC)
Primary: San Luis Obispo City Fire Department
2160 Santa Barbara Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Secondary: Ludwick Community Center
864 Santa Rosa Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
B. Emergency Operations Center – Levels of Activation
The number of City staff at the EOC will depend on the level of activation. The person authorizing the
activation of the EOC will determine the Level of Activation. The Emergency Services Director or Deputy
Emergency Services Director may change the activation level throughout the emergency as needed. The
levels of activation are:
EOC LEVEL 1
A major disaster where local resources are overwhelmed. State and/or federal resources are
required. A local emergency and a state of emergency will be proclaimed. A Presidential
Declaration of Emergency or major disaster will be requested. The EOC will be staffed to the
highest number of personnel possible or necessary.
EOC LEVEL 2
A moderate to severe emergency wherein local resources are not adequate and mutual aid may
be required on a regional or even statewide basis. A local emergency and a state of emergency
may be proclaimed. The EOC will be moderately staffed.
EOC LEVEL 3
A minor to moderate incident wherein local resources are adequate and available. A local
emergency may or may not be declared. The EOC will be minimally staffed.
Note: Upon activation of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Emergency Operations Center, contact will be
established with the San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services.
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C. Emergency Response Levels
Emergency response for adverse weather emergencies is broken down into three levels:
Level 1, Severe Emergency: Total recall of all off-duty police, fire department personnel, and
request the San Luis Obispo City Manager and all department heads report to the City’s
Emergency Operations Center.
Level 2, Escalating Emergency: Increased number of incidents due to damaging adverse
weather. On-duty crews cannot keep up with calls. The incident can be handled by calling out
all off-duty public works department employees and with the assistance of on-duty fire and
police units.
Level 3, Non-Emergency: Always in effect day-to-day routine operations. No excessive
incidents. On-duty crews can handle all calls.
D. Situation Awareness Reporting
1. General
The priority upon plan activation is situation reporting: the process of getting a complete and
comprehensive picture of the damages caused by the event. Immediately after damaging
adverse weather, situation reporting may be minimal. It is recognized that complete damage
intelligence may take several hours to several days to get a complete and stable citywide
assessment. Continuing situation reporting is critically important and is the foundation on which
EOC/field actions are based. Every effort must be made to immediately initiate a field survey
within a Situation Reporting Zone (SRZ) and to gather the best available information, and report
that information through channels to the City of San Luis Obispo EOC as soon as possible.
Situation Reports may become available from the other sources, i.e.:
General Public
News and Social Media
San Luis Obispo County Emergency Communications Center
San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services
City of San Luis Obispo Radio equipped field units
Caltrans
California Highway Patrol
SEMPRA (formerly known as Southern California Gas Company)
San Luis Coastal Unified School District
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG & E)
Area Medical Centers
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The individual field Situation Reporting Groups within the Operations Section will conduct a field
survey of an area or Situation Reporting Zone (SRZ). Early reports may include the following:
Rescue needs (estimated number trapped)
Serious mass injuries (estimated number)
Deceased (estimated number)
Damaging adverse weather
Serious hazardous material spills
Any other critical emergency or situation observed
E. Situation Reporting Zones
In the event of a damaging event, the City of San Luis Obispo has been organized into three Situation
Reporting Zones (SRZ’s). They are described as follows:
Zone 1: CENTRAL: is that area to the North of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane,
West of the Union Pacific railroad, South of Mill Street from Broad St. to Pepper Street and East
of Highway 101 from Madonna Road to Broad Street.
Zone 2: NORTH: Is that area to the North of Mill St. from Broad Street to Pepper Street and
North of Monterey Street from Pepper Street to Fox Hollow Road exit off Highway 101.
Zone 3: WEST: is that area that is West of Broad Street and South of the Intersection of S
Higuera Street and Bridge St.
Zone 4: EAST: is that area that is South of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane, East
of the intersection of Tank Farm Road and Santa Fe Road and East of the Union Pacific railroad
from the Meeting of Lawrence Drive and Garibaldi Avenue and South of Monterey Street
Note: Where no damage occurs within an SRZ, “no damage” reports are still required in order
to insure complete damage intelligence.
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F. Situation Zone Responsibilities
DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Police Department Citywide primary survey for all damages
Fire Department Citywide survey for damage, rescue, injuries and fire
Public Works Citywide survey for streets, facilities and, parks damage,
bridges and culverts
Information Technology Citywide survey for communication damage
Community Development
Citywide survey of critical facilities for adverse weather-
related damage, structural damage, and posting of unsafe
buildings
Utilities Citywide survey of freshwater and waste disposal systems
PG & E Utilities Survey for condition of their transmission lines
San Luis Coastal Unified School
District Survey for condition of their facility and personnel
Caltrans Jurisdictional survey for State highways
G. San Luis Obispo County Resources
The Office of Emergency Services (OE S) coordinates all requests for assistance from San Luis Obispo
County (beyond mutual aid agreements established for fire, law, medical, or public works resources). To
request assistance from San Luis Obispo County, contact the Duty Officer at 805.781.1144.
The American Red Cross works together with the Care and Shelter Branch to identify and establish
evacuation and general population shelter sites. In most cases the Care and Shelter Branch provides a
supporting role to the American Red Cross.
III. Hazard Assessment
The City of San Luis Obispo Hazard Identification and Analysis process used the FEMA Threat and Hazard Identification
and Risk Assessment Guide.
General Responsibilities
Listed below is a general assessment that may result from damaging adverse weather. The exact
circumstances of adverse weather may dictate some flexibility and adjustments.
A. Hazard Assessment
1. Situations
Any one of the adverse weather events may be considered a threat to the City of San Luis
Obispo.
2. Potential Threats
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Threats as the result of adverse weather impacting San Luis Obispo may range from erosion,
winds and localized flooding; Windstorm may damage residences, businesses, trees, and power
lines.
3. Potential Range of Damage
Most of the adverse weather causes little or no damage.
IV. Potential Impacts
This Section does not presume to predict the full range and depth of adverse weather impacts.
The following, attempts to present the most likely impacts from adverse weather occurring in or near
the City of San Luis Obispo:
1. Leadership
2. Situation reporting
3. Building collapse causing need for rescue
4. Multiple Casualties
5. School disruptions
6. Hazardous material releases
7. Fires
8. Evacuation
9. Utilities – Natural Gas, Electricity and Sanitation
10. Transportation systems
11. Communications
12. Emergency Public Information
1. Leadership:
The strain on local government and its emergency response organization to command
and coordinate the response to adverse weather could be immediate, severe, and
overwhelming.
Initial out-of-county assistance will probably not occur within the first 24 hours.
Full assistance from out of county departments may not arrive until well after the first
72 hours.
San Luis Obispo must presume that they will essentially be on their own, with only local
surviving resources, for 72 hours.
It is estimated that full mobilization of local government personnel will be difficult due
to internal casualties, transportation disruptions, and family status concerns.
2. Situation Reporting:
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An overall assessment and prioritization of emergencies/hazards through a centralized
means of situation reporting will be one of the first critical actions.
On-duty radio-equipped public safety and public services units may be the only means
available to provide an initial survey of field areas and report damage information.
Due to several factors (massive damage, limited personnel, transportation disruptions,
communications overload, etc.), a complete situation reporting picture may take several
hours to several days.
3. Building Collapse/Rescue:
The structures that will most commonly receive damage and fail in adverse weather are
structures adjacent o flowing water or adjacent to large trees.
The collapse of such buildings is often responsible for many casualties and the need for
rescue.
4. Multiple Casualties
See Annex C, Multiple Casualty Incident of this Plan for additional information.
5. School Disruptions:
Should school be in session during major adverse weather, some serious injuries of
students and faculty can be anticipated.
Schools would be immediately disrupted requiring them to either close or evacuate.
6. Hazardous Materials Releases:
Refer to Annex B, Hazardous Materials Annex for additional information.
7. Fires:
Refer to Annex E, Fire Annex for additional information.
8. Evacuation:
Evacuation that may be required because of adverse weather will be a high priority.
9. Utilities: Natural Gas, Electricity, Water, Sanitation
Normal utility systems may fail or be disrupted.
Electrical power loss would primarily be from breakage of overhead wires.
Water line breakage should be expected.
Localized damage to pump stations and storage facilities is anticipated.
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Water System contamination may occur.
The city wastewater and water treatment plants may be damaged.
10. Transportation Systems:
Adverse weather could disrupt normal transportation systems.
The primary cause of surface transportation failure would be from road deformation,
landslides, water flowing in streets and the loss of bridges.
Power outages will impact traffic signals.
Surface street blockage by debris would also cause delays and temporary road closures.
11. Communications:
Normal means for reporting emergencies/hazards via a 911 phone dependent system
may be lost to the general public.
Adverse weather may disable the telephone system.
Telephone equipment, both hard wired and cell sites, could be adversely affected
primarily by overloading and physical damage.
Essential service lines will most likely survive and can typically primarily be relied upon
in implementing this Plan.
Effective radio communications may require the augmentation of ARES personnel
and/or the use of "car to car" relay systems.
In the absence of emergency power to some agency base stations, portable radios may
be the only available means of radio communications.
12. Emergency Public Information:
During and following adverse weather, the public will need basic emergency public
information.
This information will be provided by the City of San Luis Obispo's Public Information
Officer via:
Emergency Broadcast Messages over the Emergency Alerting System (EAS)
Social Media
AM/FM Radio Stations
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Local network television
V. Emergency Recovery
The City of San Luis Obispo has a Recovery Plan, in the City of San Luis Obispo’s Comprehensive Disaster
Leadership Plan. The following points are a short overview of items covered in more detail in that
document.
A. Re-Entry
During transition into a recovery phase, areas affected by adverse weather should be inspected to
determine if they are safe for public re-entry. Based on joint concurrence by the Unified Command Staff,
state or federal representatives, re-entry will be authorized, and a Public Information message to that
effect will be issued.
B. Demobilization
When response departments are nearing completion of the last remaining life-safety Protective Action
Missions, and when the Emerg ency Services Director (San Luis Obispo City Manager) or the Deputy
Emergency Services Director (Assistant City Manager) determines that the disaster has entered into a
recovery phase, the command staff should develop a formal demobilization plan. Consideration should
also be given to assigning appropriate departments to conduct short term recovery operations (e.g.,
debris removal, restoration of critical facilities, utilities and communications, and tending to the needs
of the displaced, etc.)
The City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center should be downgraded as an Emergency
Operations Center and then become a Recovery Operations Center (ROC). It is desirable to attempt to
restore departments to their normal working routine and environment as soon as possible. The Unified
Command Staff, as well as other City of San Luis Obispo departments, will be heavily involved in short
and long-term recovery operations.
C. Final Report and Activity Log
All department heads from the City of San Luis Obispo departments involved in the adverse weather
response will be required to complete a narrative report and a master activity log. The narrative report
briefly describes the primary responsibility, the protective action missions performed and the total staff
hours of involvement by the agency during the emergency phase of the adverse weather. The master
activity log documents names and times of agency personnel involved in a mission, equipment and
supplies used, and any contracts with a private vendor to support emergency operations. Most of this
information can be extrapolated from individual activity logs used by team leaders during the
emergency (ICS 214, EOC messages, EOC activity logs). A copy of the narrative report and activity logs
should be forwarded to the Plans Section as soon as possible and will be part of the official record of the
adverse weather disaster.
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VI. Plan Administration
A. Plan Adoption
This is the official San Luis Obispo City Plan for responding to adverse weather occurring in, or
threatening, the City of San Luis Obispo. The Plan's responsibilities and authorities are effective as
indicated below.
B. Purpose
The purpose of this Plan is to establish the City of San Luis Obispo's response organization, Leadership
authority, responsibilities, functions and interactions required to mitigate the effects of adverse weather
affecting the City of San Luis Obispo. The priority of emergency response to a damaging event shall be to
minimize loss of life and property. The Plan is designed to unify all response departments under the
Incident Command System (ICS) in order to best utilize joint resources and more effectively minimize
damage to life and property caused by the effects of adverse weather.
C. Authorities
See the Plan Summary, for a listing of all authorities and references.
D. Scope
1. Relationship with Other Plans
This Plan, a component of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
and is primarily intended to serve as a stand-alone adverse weather response plan. Procedures
within this plan address emergency response and short-term recovery. The City of San Luis
Obispo Adverse Weather Plan is compatible with federal, county and state emergency response
plans. Should this type of event come about as the result of another disaster, that Disaster Plan
will supersede this Plan.
2. Jurisdictional Factors
This plan encompasses the City of San Luis Obispo jurisdictional limits of the City of San Luis
Obispo. Copies of this Plan have been sent to the San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency
Services, incorporated cities, San Luis Coastal Unified School District, and locally based federal,
state and military institutions for informational and coordination purposes.
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E. Revision Page
This Section is for Plan Holders to record the posting of each Official Plan Revision made by the City of San
Luis Obispo. Please enter the revision number, revision title, page number revised date the revision was
posted and the name of the person posting the revision.
The format for numbering revisions shall be a sequential number followed by the last two digits of the
current calendar year (e.g., #1-15, #2-15, and so on). New sequential numbers will begin each January 1.
Revision # Revision Title Page Number Revised Date Name
City of San Luis Obispo
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Resource Directory
Communications and Messaging Section 1
Issue Date
Review Date
Revision Date
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Initiating and maintaining communication within and outside of the City may be difficult in a Disaster.
The various communication systems available to the City and Emergency Operations Center are listed
below. In an emergency a large volume of information must be accurately conveyed to specific
individuals in a short period of time. This is called “messaging”. Messaging will occur within the
Emergency Operations Center, as well as with other agencies and the San Luis Obispo County
Operational Area Emergency Operations Center
A. Communication Systems
In a disaster, communication systems may be damaged or destroyed. Several methods are
available and include:
1. Telephone Land-Lines
The San Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center has land-lines in its Emergency
Operations Center. The numbers are:
ADMINISTRATION/POLICY GROUP 805.781.7370 (prefix is 781 not 783)
PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER 805.783.7788
EOC SAFETY AND SECURITY 805.783.7789
LEGAL 805.783.7787
LIAISON 805.783.7793
OPERATIONS 805.783.7791
FIRE BRANCH 805.783.7782
FIRE WORK AREA 805.783.7790
LAW ENFORCEMENT BRANCH 805.783.7784
LAW WORK AREA 805.783.7785 & 805.783.7786
PUBLIC WORKS BRANCH 805.783.7790
UTILITIES 805.783.7790
PLANNING/LOGISTICS WORK AREA 805.783.7795 & 805.783.7796
PLANS AND INTELLIGENCE 805.783.7792
LOGISTICS 805.783.7794
FINANCE 805.783.7799
INCIDENT COMMANDER 805.783.7797
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Review Date
Revision Date
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City of San Luis Obispo and County of San Luis Operational Area Emergency Operations
Center Fax Numbers are:
The Emergency Operations Center fax number is (805) 543.8019
The OA Emergency Operations Center fax number is (805) 781.4553
2. Cellular/Mobile
Cellular phones may work during an emergency. The City maintains a list of cell
phone numbers for vital personnel, which is confidential, request cell phone
numbers from the Emergency Services Directory or the Deputy Emergency Services
Director. Text messages should be transmitted when voice networks are
overloaded.
3. Radio Communications
Portable radios will be available in the Emergency Operations Center.
4. Amateur Radio
Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES) and Amateur Emergency Service
(ARES) are Amateur Radio groups that consist of experienced volunteer radio
communicators that have the ability to obtain a great deal of information for local
government even when other communications systems are unavailable. These
organizations can be contacted through the San Luis Obispo County Operational
Area.
ARES activation Protocol is in Section 5.
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5. E-mail
Communications Procedures for using the City’s e-mail system are as follows.
Documentation is a very important part of emergency response. Responders are
the targets of litigation on a regular basis, and the Federal Emergency Management
Agency will audit the reimbursement claims of state and local governments in the
past. The rule of thumb in emergency response is, despite any verbal agreements
or good intentions, if it’s not documented, then it did not happen. To avoid
leaving the City and its responders open to audits and litigation, all e-mails sent
through the City’s e-mail system will be automatically copied to the
Documentation Unit. No exceptions!
a. Failure of E-mail Service
In case of a failure of the City’s e-mail system, the City will use a
combination of telephones and radio systems. Documentation needs to
continue, so each Emergency Operations Center staff member needs to
keep notes (ICS Form 214) of all phone and radio communications. These
notes need to include an accurate date and time, who sent and received
the message, and the content of the message. These notes need to be
collected and sent by runner to the Documentation Unit every hour.
b. Web EOC – San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services
c. RIMS
The Response Information Management System (RIMS) is used by the San
Luis County Operational Area, Southern Region and State Operations
Centers to communicate. Information travels over the internet, however,
it has a redundant satellite back-up.
6. Emergency Warning Systems
Emergency information, advice, and action instructions are given to the public by
various media. The Emergency Alert System (EAS), Community Emergency
Notification System (Reverse 911) and social media are the primary media. Other
available media are bulletins, handbills, and the press. The Public Information
Officer maintains pre-scripted, hazard-specific warning messages for high impact
events which require time sensitive warnings.
a. REVERSE 9-1-1
The Reverse 9-1-1 System protocol is in Section 3.
b. Emergency Alert System (EAS)
The Emergency Alert System protocol is in Section 4.
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B. Messaging in the Emergency Operations Center
Information and resource requests flowing into and out of the City of San Luis Obispo
Emergency Operations Center must be properly tracked and recorded to ensure an
effective emergency response. The following procedures apply to information coming into
the Emergency Operations Center or being passed from one Emergency Operations Center
position to another.
Forms for use are attached at the end of this Section.
All personnel shall keep a duty log (ICS 214) which records activities and information.
1. Messages/Information within the Emergency Operations Center:
Information and resource requests passed from position to position within the
Emergency Operations Center should be conveyed in electronic message or hard
copy. If person-to-person or telephone is used, each person should note the
conversation and its outcome in their duty log.
a. Electronic Process
The City uses Web EOC software to communicate with the San Luis Obispo
County Operational Area Emergency Operations Center electronically during an
Emergency/Event. All Emergency Operations Center staff should be trained in
Web Emergency Operations Center communications and procedures.
b. Hard Copy Processes
If electronic communication is not possible hard copy forms will be used. The
following information is crucial to include on internal Emergency Operations
Center hard copy forms.
i. Time and date must always be indicated.
ii. Priority must be indicated: Immediate, High, and Routine.
iii. Message initiator must indicate their Emergency Operations Center
section and job function.
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2. Messages/Information to/from Outside the Emergency Operations Center
Information entering and leaving the Emergency Operations Center must be
properly documented. The following systems are available for recording and
transmitting information.
a. Electronic Process
The use of the internet to communicate with the San Luis Obispo County
Operational Area Emergency Operations Center will be possible through the Web
EOC software. Not all staff will be able to communicate with the Operational Area
Emergency Operations Center. The Primary use of Web EOC is to send
situation/status reports to the San Luis County Operational Area Emergency
Operations Center.
b. Hard Copy Process
If electronic communication is not possible hard copy forms will be used. The
following information is crucial for Emergency Operations Center external
messaging to function properly.
i. Time and date must always be indicated
ii. Priority must be indicated: Immediate, High, Routine
iii. Messages coming from outside the E Emergency Operations Center will
most likely be via telephone. Any Emergency Operations Center staff
person transcribing the message must indicate their Emergency
Operations Center Section as well as from where the message came.
For instance, if Communications receives a message from the Incident
Commander the message must read “FROM: Incident Commander VIA
Communications”.
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City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center Registration Form
Position EOC Position Time In Time Out Signature
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City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center Message Form
Emergency Operations Center Message Form Date:
Time:
Message Text
Retain Original Copy
PRIORITY
High
Immediate
Routine
To: Initial Message From:
Emergency
Operations Center
Director
Operations
Plans
Logistics
Finance
Other:
Date/Time Sent:
Reply
Emergency Services
Director
Operations
Plans
Logistics
Finance
Other:
Date/Time Sent:
Disposition:
File in Plans
Message Thread
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An attempt should be made to fill all applicable resource information before sending to Logistics
City San Luis Obispo – Emergency Operations Center Resource Request
INCIDENT / ORDER NUMBER: LOGISTICS REQUEST NUMBER:
Resource Requested:
Priority: Critical/Life Safety Urgent Routine
Incident Location: Incident Type:
Resource Accepted By: Agency / Dept:
Duration Needed: Phone:
Staging/Delivery Location: Delivery Contact:
Form Prepared By: EOC Position:
Latest Acceptable Delivery: (Date / Time)
Purpose / Use:
Suggested Source(s):
Approval by Section Coordinator
Signature:
Date:
Time:
Filled by Operations? Send to Logistics?
FOR LOGISTICS USE ONLY
Resource Ordered From:
Vendor/Agency Address:
Vendor/Agency Contact Person: Phone:
Date Ordered: Time Ordered:
Estimated Date/Time of Arrival:
PO Number:
Comments:
Originator: Any EOC position.
Retain Copy.
Routing: Approval by Section Coordinator; forward to
Logistics
This form is used to request all resources for field use
and for EOC use.
Additional Notes:
Top copy to receiver 2nd copy to receiver 3rd copy to originator 4th copy to plans
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Telephone numbers for Executive Team Members are confidential and not available for publication.
Contact information is available from the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, Deputy City Manager or the
Fire Chief on an as needed basis.
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COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO OPERATIONAL GUIDELINES AND INFORMATION
REVERSE TELPHONIC NOTIFICATION SYSTEMS
AUTHORIZED USE AND PROCEDURES FOR THE REVERSE 911 SYSTEM
I. POLICY
The Reverse 911 system will be utilized by the Sheriff’s Dispatch Center to create a message to be
delivered to residents of San Luis Obispo County during critical incidents. The system is designed to
blend geography with the 911 database in order to efficiently transmit messages to affected areas.
II. PURPOSE
To establish procedures for use of the Reverse 911 system by agencies in the County of San Luis
Obispo and for Sheriff’s Department personnel who will be administering the program.
III. COORDINATED USE:
For Nuclear Power Plant Emergency use:
The Reverse 911 system is one option that can be used for alert and notification following an
emergency at Diablo Canyon Power Plant. The system can be used to supplement or provide backup to
the primary systems which include the Early Warning System sirens and the Emergency Alert System.
During a nuclear power plant emergency, any use of the Reverse 911 system will be coordinated and
directed by the County EOC. Any usage of the Reverse 911 system by the County EOC that affects local
cities or jurisdictions will be preceded with a Red Phone call or other form of notification to the
affected jurisdiction’s EOC or dispatch. Messages broadcast during a nuclear power plant emergency
will be drafted by the County Command Group or designee utilizing predrafted sample messages. The
County Command Group, or designee will evaluate the situation and base calling priority on areas with
urgent action required or areas with notification challenges.
For Other Emergencies and Incidents:
During incidents such as fires, floods, hazardous materials incidents where the County EOC is not
activated or is acting as a resource to the affected city/jurisdiction, language should be drafted by the
affected city. The Reverse 911 Request Form should be filled out in entirety and faxed or called in to
the Sheriff’s Watch Commander. If the County EOC is activated, the EOC can assist with the creation
and coordination of needed messages as appropriate.
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If more than one city or jurisdiction is affected and have requested use of the system; priority of calls
will be decided by the County Emergency Services Director or designee if the County EOC is activated.
If the EOC is not activated, the Sheriff’s Watch Commander, with assistance by County OES as
necessary will decide on the priority of requested calls.
IV. ASSOCIATED COSTS
All requested usage of the Reverse 911 system that can be implemented over standard T1 lines are
covered by the Sheriff’s Department. If “Mass Calling” (higher volume calling) is necessary, fees
may be billed to the requesting agency.
V. AUTHORIZED USE
The Reverse 911 system may be utilized for the following reasons:
• A protective action such as evacuation or sheltering due to a natural or man-made disaster
such as fire, flood, tsunami, nuclear power emergency, or chemical or biological incidents.
• Incidents where protective action would reduce the likelihood of injury or death (i.e. hostage
incident)
• Incidents where a timely notification may result in the safe return of a missing child or adult.
• In the event of a jail or prison escape to notify the public of the location of the escape and
safety procedures they should take in the affected area.
• Any other incident affecting public health or safety.
All Reverse 911 notifications will be reviewed and approved by the Sheriff’s Watch
Commander* prior to activation.
*In a Nuclear Power Plant Emergency, once the EOC is activated the County Command Group
or designee will review and approve the Reverse 911 message.
The following people are authorized to request/release a Reverse 911 notification:
• County Emergency Services Director
• County Public Health Director or County Public Health Officer
• A Sheriff’s Department supervisor or manager
• Fire department Duty Chief or Incident Commander
• Police department supervisor or manager
• County Office of Emergency
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VI. Services PROCEDURE
The Reverse 911 Emergency Notification Request Form must be completed for all Reverse 911
requests and include the following information:
• The geographical area to be notified and reason for notification
• A scripted message to the public which contains the following
a. Reason for notification
b. Date, Time, and issuing agency
c. Type of action required
d. Recommended evacuation route if applicable
e. Shelter location if applicable
f. Other information as relevant
After an activation of the system and a resolution to the emergency, a termination
notification may need to be broadcast to notify the affected area of the termination.
The Reverse 911 database shall only be used for the intended purpose of emergency
services and emergency notification. It shall not be used for marketing, advertising,
public relations, or other commercial or no emergency purposes.
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SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
REVERSE 911 REQUEST CHECKLIST
Determine whether it is appropriate to use Reverse 911 as opposed to other means of
communication with the public. Reverse 911 is reserved for emergency notifications
only.
Please Check Applicable Notification Reason:
An evacuation or sheltering order as a result of a natural or man-made disaster.
Evacuation to reduce the likelihood of injury or death.
Notification may result in the safe return of a missing child or adult.
Jail, prison, or other relevant escape
Other incident affecting public health or safety.
Other: Please explain
Complete the Reverse 911 Emergency Notification Request Form. Be sure to keep the
message clear and concise. The length of the message will influence the time it takes to
complete the calls.
Call the Sheriff’s Watch Commander at 781-4553.
Identify yourself and state that you want to activate the REVERSE 911
system. Be prepared to positively identify yourself in order to prevent
unauthorized use of the system.
After verification of identity is complete, fax or e-mail the REVERSE 911 Reverse 911
Emergency Notification Request Form to 781-1234. If form cannot be sent or emailed,
provide information over the phone.
Sheriff’s Department personnel will then record the message and begin the
notification calling session.
Contact the Watch Commander to cancel the notification session if circumstances
change and the notification is no longer necessary.
See Request Form on Next Page
REVERSE 911 EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION REQUEST FORM
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Call Sheriff Watch
Commander at 781-4553
Fax Form to 781-1234
Requesting Agency: Notify businesses? Yes No
Contact Name: Number of attempts per # 1 2
Contact Phone: Leave a message: If Yes is checked, message will be left rather than a second attempt
Yes No
Contact E-mail: Require acknowledgement? Caller can be
asked to press a number to acknowledge
Yes
No
ID/Badge #: Pre-defined list / Name:
Your
Title/Position/Rank
Supervisor Name &
Phone:
Verbatim Message Text: Must include reason for notification, issuing agency, date & time, action
required, and phone number to call for additional information. Should also include as applicable,
evacuation route, shelter location, other relevant info. (Message will be recorded exactly as written)
Geographic area to receive message: Include city, zip code, and street names if possible. Can also use
parameters such as a 5 mile radius centered at a street or designated location.
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Activating the Emergency Alert System
1. EAS can be activated by a Chief Officer or Incident Commander.
2. Notify the Sheriff Watch Commander, 805.781.4533 or,
San Luis Obispo County Emergency Communications Center, 805.543.4244.
3. If the incident is local, without Mutual Aid Assistance, a Public Information Officer is required.
Emergency Message
Message cannot exceed one (1) minute, forty-five (45) seconds, (1:45)
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General Warning (add or delete information as needed)
Your attentions please your attention please. This is an Emergency Alert System Message.
This is not a test; repeating, this is not a test. This message is for the public in the general
area of:
At approximately a.m. /p.m., a (type of emergency) occurred/ may occur at
(location)
This emergency involves (Describe the emergency including the threat to the public).
The City of San Luis Obispo advises that residents/businesses/institutions with the boundaries of:
Take the following actions:
Additional Instructions/ information include:
Listen to this station for further information, or call . At such time as the emergency
situation changes or the emergency no longer exists, you will be promptly advised by another
Emergency Alert message.
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Purpose: To provide guidance in activating ARES (Amateur Radio Emergency Services) members for
emergencies or other incidents.
Cooperation and Coordination
The San Luis Obispo Office of Emergency Services, the Director of Emergency Service or EOC Manager
San Luis Obispo may attempt to activate ARES by phone, cell phone, or pager in accordance with the
alerting roster provided by ARES, updated by ARES on an annual basis.
San Luis Obispo Office of Emergency Services: 24/7 805.781.1144
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Fire Department
1. Type 1 Engine
a. Engine 1 Pierce 2000gpm BLS
b. Engine 3 Pierce 2000gpm ALS
c. Engine 4 Pierce 2000gpm ALS
d. Engine 5 Pierce 2000gpm BLS
2. Type 2 Engine
a. OES HME 1500gpm ALS
3. Type 3 Engine
a. Engine 6 Weststates 500gpm BLS
4. Type 6 Patrol
a. Patrol 1 Ford 125gpm BLS
5. Ladder Truck
a. Truck 1 Pierce 100’ ALS
b. Truck 2 Pierce 75’ ALS
6. Type 1 Ambulance
a. Medic Rescue 1 Leader ALS
7. UTV
a. UTV 1 Polaris 4x4 BLS
8. Technical Rescue
a. TRT 1 Ford 4x4
9. Mechanic
a. Mechanic 1 Ford 4X4
10. Staff Vehicles
a. Battalion 1 Chevrolet 4x4 BLS
b. DC 1 Chevrolet 4x4 BLS
c. C-1 Toyota 4x4 BLS
d. STEN Chevrolet 4x4
e. 426 Chevrolet 4x2
f. 427 Ford 4x4
g. Fire Marshal Chevrolet 4x2
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h. Rav 1 Toyota 4x2
i. Rav 2 Toyota 4x2
j. 4Runner Toyota 4x4
Police Department
1. Patrol Vehicles
a. Explorer Ford 4x2
b. Explorer Ford 4x2
c. Explorer Ford 4x2
d. Explorer Ford 4x2
e. Explorer Ford 4x2
f. Explorer Ford 4x2
g. Explorer Ford 4x2
h. Explorer Ford 4x2
i. Explorer Ford 4x2
j. Explorer Ford 4x2
k. Explorer Ford 4x2
l. Explorer Ford 4x2
m. Explorer Ford 4x2
n. Explorer Ford 4x2
o. Taurus Ford
p. F-150 Ford 4x2 FST Truck
2. Traffic/Motorcycles
a. ST 1300 Honda Motorcycle
b. ST 1300 Honda Motorcycle
c. ST 1300 Honda Motorcycle
d. ST 1300 Honda Motorcycle
e. ST 1300 Honda Motorcycle
f. ST 1300 Honda Motorcycle
g. ST 1300 Honda Motorcycle
h. American Trailer Pace DUI Trailer
3. SWAT Vehicles
a. F-550 Ford 4x4 Armored Truck
b. F-350 Ford 4x4 Pulls SWAT Trailer
c. America Trailer Pace Mobile Command Trailer
d. Cargo Trailer Wells SWAT Equipment Trailer
4. Investigations Vehicles
a. Explorer Ford 4x2
b. Explorer Ford 4x2
c. Taurus Ford
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d. Taurus Ford
e. Taurus Ford
f. Taurus Ford
g. Taurus Ford
h. Sienna Minivan Toyota
i. Suburban Chevrolet 4x4
j. Ram 2500 Van Dodge Transport Van
k. E-250 Van Ford Evidence Tech Van
5. Police Admin
a. Taurus Ford
b. Taurus Ford
c. Taurus Ford
d. Explorer Ford 4x2
e. Explorer Ford 4x2
Transit
Unit ID City ID # Make Length Model Fuel
754 861 Gillig 30’ Low Floor Diesel
755 824 Gillig 30’ Low Floor Diesel
856 911 DOUBLE K 30’ TROLLEY Gasoline
857 912 Gillig 40’ Low Floor Diesel
858 913 Gillig 40’ Low Floor Diesel
859 914 Gillig 40’ Low Floor Diesel
860 915 Gillig 40’ Low Floor Diesel
861 916 Gillig 35’ Low Floor Diesel
862 917 Gillig 35’ Low Floor Diesel
963 1106 Dennis 40’ Deck Diesel
1264 1204 Gillig 40’ Low Floor Diesel
1365 1303 Gillig 40’ Low Floor Diesel
1366 1304 Gillig 40’ Low Floor Diesel
1167 1645 El Dorado 28’ Cut-Away Gasoline
1768 1726 GILLIG BRT 40’ Low Floor Diesel
1769 1727 GILLIG BRT 40’ Low Floor Diesel
1770 1728 GILLIG BRT 40’ Low Floor Diesel
1636 1636 Ford Service Truck Gasoline
1202 1202 Chrysler Town/count Gasoline
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COUNTYWIDE RESOURCE DIRECTORY - SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
Developed by the San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services
The purpose of this directory is to provide a listing of resources that may be needed in an emergency. This
directory is intended to be used by County public safety and related agencies, although it may have practical
application for all public safety and related entities/jurisdictions in San Luis Obispo County. Most of the resources
can be obtained by using a commercial telephone book during business hours. However, it is sometimes difficult to
contact private companies after hours. In addition to providing 24-hour numbers where possible, this directory also
provides information on the types and number of resources available, and any additional relevant information.
There are a number of small businesses throughout the county that are not listed because of the limited scope of
this directory. It should be kept in mind that during large incidents, and many types of smaller incidents, an almost
unlimited number of resources are available through the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services.
Fire and Law Enforcement needs can be met through normal mutual aid channels. For any requests that cannot
be filled through normal channels, Cal OES may be contacted through County OES. During non-business hours,
County OES may be contacted through their Duty Line at 781-1144, or the Sheriff Watch Commander at 781-
4553. For routine State mutual aid information, Cal OES may be contacted at (562) 795-2900.
Of course, each jurisdiction may wish to produce their own directory or augment this one with local resources.
The listings in this directory are formatted similar to the commercial yellow pages, including an index at the
beginning of the directory.
Should any errors be noted in this directory, please contact County OES with the correct information.
Please be aware that a number of the 24-hour phone numbers for small businesses are personal phone numbers
at private homes. As a courtesy, please obtain permission from the appropriate company/agency prior to
releasing numbers.
County OES may be contacted at (805) 781-5011 or Room D-430, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo,
CA 93408.
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JURISDICTION AGENCY /
DEPT.
CONTACT LOCATION Hard
Copy
CD
COUNTY OES Each ESC and Admin Asst. BAGs 11
OES OES CD Binder, OES DOC 1
OES OES CD Binder, EOC 1
OES OES OES Veh #1709 1
EOC OES Ops, Command, OES,
Logistics, Planning
5 1
JIC OES Office 1
Administrative Office CAO & ACAO BAGs 2
Communications Comm Manager Shop 1 1
Environmental Health Director Office, HAZ MAT
Vehicle
2 2
County Fire Fire Chief Office 2 2
County Fire Dispatch 1
Health Health Officer CHO, CHADOC 2 3
Public Works Director Office / PW DOC 2 1
Sheriff Watch Commander W/C Emergency Plans
Binder
1
Sheriff Sheriff and Undersheriff Sheriff's Admin 2
Sheriff Dispatch 1
Five Cities Fire
Authority
Fire Dept. Fire Chief and Dispatch Headquarters/AG
Station
2 2
City of Arroyo Grande Police Dept. Police Chief and Dispatch Office 2 1
City of Grover Beach Police Dept. Police Chief EOC 1
City of Atascadero Fire Dept. Fire Chief Station 1 1
Police Dept. Police Chief Office 1
City of Morro Bay Fire Dept. Fire Chief EOC 1
Police Dept. Police Chief Office 1
City of Paso Robles Fire Dept. Fire Chief EOC 1
Police Dept. Police Chief Office 1
City of Pismo Beach Fire Dept. Battalion Chief Office 1
Police Dept. Police Chief EOC 1
City of San Luis Obispo Fire Dept. Fire Chief EOC 1
Police Dept. Police Chief Office 1
City PSAPS 7
Cambria Fire Dept. Fire Chief Fire Hall 1
Cayucos Fire Dept. Fire Chief Office 1
San Miguel Fire Dept. Fire Chief District Headquarters 1
Santa Margarita Fire Dept. Fire Chief Station 1
Templeton Fire Dept. Fire Chief Station 1
American Red Cross Disaster Services Executive Director Office 1
Cal Poly Administration Associate VP EOC 1
CHP Dispatch 1
CMC Watch Office EOC/Watch Office 1
SLO COE Operational Services Director Operational
Services/ Safety Coordinator
Office 1
TOTALS 36 45
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Index
AIRCRAFT, Medical-Fixed Wing ..................................................................................... 6
AIRCRAFT, Non-Medical, Fixed Wing and Rotary Wing ................................................. 6
AMBULANCES ............................................................................................................... 7
BACKHOES .................................................................................................................... 7
BARRICADES ................................................................................................................. 7
BOATS ............................................................................................................................ 8
BULLDOZERS ................................................................................................................ 9
CHAINSAWS .................................................................................................................. 9
COMMUNICATIONS, FAX Machines............................................................................ 10
COMMUNICATIONS, General ...................................................................................... 10
COMMUNICATIONS, Radios ........................................................................................ 10
COMMUNICATIONS, Runners ..................................................................................... 11
COMMUNICATIONS, Telephones, Cellular .................................................................. 12
COMMUNICATIONS, Telephones, Hardwire ................................................................ 13
COMMUNICATIONS, Vehicles ..................................................................................... 13
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT, Construction Companies .......................................... 14
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT, Rental ....................................................................... 16
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SUPPLIES, Basic ................................................................. 18
FACILITIES ................................................................................................................... 18
FOOD, Caterers ............................................................................................................ 19
FOOD, Field Kitchens ................................................................................................... 20
FOOD, Grocers ............................................................................................................. 22
FOOD, Water ................................................................................................................ 23
FUEL, Diesel, Commercial Stations .............................................................................. 24
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FUEL, Wholesale Distributors and Trucks ..................................................................... 25
GENERATORS ............................................................................................................. 25
HAND CREWS .............................................................................................................. 27
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS, CONTRACTORS AND SUPPLIES .................................. 27
HOSPITALS .................................................................................................................. 29
LANGUAGE SERVICES ............................................................................................... 30
LAUNDRY ..................................................................................................................... 30
LOADERS ..................................................................................................................... 31
MEDICAL CLINICS ....................................................................................................... 31
PUBLIC SAFETY AGENCIES, Local ............................................................................ 32
PUBLIC SAFETY AGENCIES, State............................................................................. 35
PUBLIC SAFETY AGENCIES, Federal ......................................................................... 37
PUBLIC WORKS AGENCIES ....................................................................................... 37
PUMPS ......................................................................................................................... 39
RAILROAD .................................................................................................................... 40
SAND AND GRAVEL .................................................................................................... 40
SANDBAGS .................................................................................................................. 41
SANDBAGS, Retail Sources ......................................................................................... 41
SANDBAGS, Out of County Bulk Sources .................................................................... 42
SCHOOLS AND SCHOOL DISTRICTS ........................................................................ 43
SEARCH AND RESCUE ............................................................................................... 45
SECURITY GUARD COMPANIES, Private ................................................................... 45
SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS FILL STATIONS ................................ 46
SHOWERS, Portable .................................................................................................... 46
TENTS AND PARTY RENTALS.................................................................................... 47
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TOILETS, PORTABLE .................................................................................................. 48
TOOLS, Other Sources ................................................................................................. 50
TOW SERVICES, CHP SLO area ................................................................................. 50
TOW SERVICES, CHP Templeton area ....................................................................... 51
TRAFFIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT .............................................................................. 53
TRANSPORTATION ..................................................................................................... 54
TRANSPORTATION, RAILROAD ................................................................................. 54
UTILITIES, Pipelines ..................................................................................................... 54
UTILITIES, Public .......................................................................................................... 55
UTILITIES, Sewer ......................................................................................................... 56
VEHICLES .................................................................................................................... 57
BUSES, Charter ............................................................................................................ 57
BUSES, Regional and City Transit ................................................................................ 57
BUSES, School ............................................................................................................. 58
VEHICLES, Car Rentals................................................................................................ 59
VOLUNTEER SERVICES ............................................................................................. 60
WATER ......................................................................................................................... 65
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AIRCRAFT, Medical-Fixed Wing
For medical helicopters contact MEDCOM (781-4563), UNLESS COUNTY EOC IS
ACTIVATED. If County EOC is activated, make requests through the EOC.
Name ANGEL FLIGHT WEST
Contact Jim Weaver
Address 3161 Donald Douglas Loop South, Santa Monica, CA 93532
Phone (310) 398- 6123 24-Hour Phone: Same as business (night service will answer)
Web URL www.angelflightwest.org or angelflight.org
Information Angel Flight will transport ambulatory patients that are not in need of
constant medical care (with 3-5 day notice on patients). They will also
transport equipment, supplies, and people required for an emergency.
They will fly up to 1,000 miles one way. This is a nationwide organization
with access to numerous fixed wing aircraft.
Name CALSTAR – 7th Service Area
Address 3996 Mitchell Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93455
Phone (805) 938-9038; 24-Hour Phone: (800) 252-5050 FAX: (805) 938-9022
Web URL www.calstar.org
E-mail info@calstar.org
Information CALSTAR operates an EC 135 helicopter with 150 mile range and can
carry one (1) patient and field versions of the same medical equipment
found in most emergency rooms.
AIRCRAFT, Non-Medical, Fixed Wing and Rotary Wing
Sheriff's aero squadron aircraft (helicopters and fixed wing) are available through the Sheriff's Office
Watch Commander, (805) 781-4553.
Name AIR SAN LUIS
Address San Luis Obispo County Airport, 785 Airport Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
Phone (805) 541-1038; 24-Hour Phone: (805) 541-1038
Web URL www.airsanluis.com
E-mail al@airsanluis.com
Information Maintenance facility only
Name CAL FIRE AIR PROGRAM
Address
Phone Request through ECC, 24 hour emergency 543-4242
Web URL www.calfire.ca.gov
E-mail
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Information Airtankers: 23
Helicopters: 11
Air-tactical Aircraft: 14
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Name CHP AIR OPERATIONS
Address 4115 Broad Street, #B-10 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone Request through CHP, dispatch 593-3344
Web URL
E-mail
Information A fixed wing aircraft used for speed enforcement and a helicopter used for
search and rescue missions are housed at Paso Robles Airport
Name DEL RIO AVIATION
Address 5062 Wing Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone (805) 238-0800; No 24-hour number.
Information Maintenance facility only
AMBULANCES
For emergency or immediate needs, contact MedCom at (805) 781-4563. (This is not a public number, and
should be used by public safety or related agencies only.)
Name CAMBRIA COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT
Address 2535 Main St, Cambria, CA 93428
Phone (805) 927-8304
Web URL www.cambria-healthcare.org
Name SAN LUIS AMBULANCE
Address 3546 South Higuera, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone San Luis Obispo (805) 543-26 26; Paso Robles (805) 238-2622;
Templeton (805) 599-0468; Atascadero (805) 599-0470;
Morro Bay (805) 599-0469; Arroyo Grande (805) 599-0475;
Nipomo (805) 599-0477. FAX: (805) 546-0885
Web URL www.sanluisambulance.com
BACKHOES
See Construction Equipment.
BARRICADES
See Traffic Control Equipment.
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BOATS
Name CAL FIRE / COUNTY FIRE
Address 635 North Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo. CA 93405
Phone (805) 544-5105; 24-Hour Emergency: (805) 543-4242
Information County Fire has an Avon Boat with a motor based at the San Luis Obispo
Airport Station. This boat travels with County Fire Heavy Rescue 21 and is
available for County wide response. County Fire also has larger boats
available based at Oak Shores and Heritage Ranch with fire pump capabilities. These boats are available for use on Nacimiento Lake.
Name COAST GUARD
Address 1279 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93443-1319
Phone (805) 772-2167; 24-hour: LA/Long Beach - (562) 980-4444; Emergency -
800- 221- 8724
FAX (805) 772-9100
Information 2 Motor life boats 47’ length (surf boats), 1 response boat small generation
II, trailer-able 29’ length. All assets are located at CG Station Morro Bay
and are for all ocean response needs.
Name LAKE NACIMIENTO RESORT AND MARINA
Address 10625 Nacimiento Lake Drive, Bradley, CA 93426
Phone Resort:(805) 238-3256; Marina:(805) 238-1056 or (805) 238-0786
Web URL www.nacimientoresort.com
E-mail res@nacimientoresort.com
Information Lake Nacimiento Marina has two 18’ 4 person open bow ski boats, six 21’
open bow ski boats, three 21’ pontoon boats, three 24’ pontoon boats and
three 15’ aluminum fishing boats. Can request additional boats from offsite location.
Name LOPEZ LAKE MARINA
Address /
Phones
6820 Lopez Drive (Store): (805) 489-1006 (private vendor)
6800 Lopez Drive (Lake): (805) 788-2381 (computerized - county parks
number, to reach staff press #4)
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 24-hour: 489-1006
Web URL www.lopezlakemarina.com
Information Lopez: eleven (11) 14' small aluminum boats with six horsepower motors,
two (2) 24’ patio boats with eight horsepower motors, one 24’ Tri-toon
(pontoon boat) with a nine horsepower motor, one (1) 24’ pontoon boat
with 115 horsepower motor, one (1) 26’ Tri-toon boat with 115 horsepower
motor, one (1) 20’ ski boat and three (3) jet skis.
Name NORTH COAST OCEAN RESCUE
Information Inflatable – Contact via Cambria Fire Department: (805) 927-6240 or Cal
Fire/Co Fire: (805) 543-4242
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Name SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Address 1585 Kansas Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Phone (805) 781-4550; 24-Hour: Same.
Information The Sheriff’s Office has one 22’ inflatable boat, one 25’ Aluminum hull and
two larger jet ski type boats.
Name SANTA MARGARITA LAKE (County of San Luis Obispo)
Address 4695 Santa Margarita Lake Road, West Pozo Road, Santa Margarita, CA
93453
Phone (805) 788-2397; (805) 781-5200 (General Services)
Web URL www.slocountyparks.org
Information Santa Margarita Lake has two (2) medium aluminum boats in dry storage,
and also a fiberglass medium boat in water. Boats are rotated in & out of water.
BULLDOZERS
See Construction Equipment.
CHAINSAWS
Name NOBLE OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT
Address 2935 South Higuera, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
2280 S. Meredith, Santa Maria, CA 93455
Phone San Luis Obispo: (805) 541-6090; FAX: (805) 541-3784
Santa Maria: (805) 349-1300; FAX: (805) 349-1334
24-hour, Tim Peterson: (805) 544- 8458 (cell) or (805) 440-9900 (home)
Web URL www.noblesaw.com
E-mail tim@noblesaw.com
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COMMUNICATIONS, FAX Machines
Name CHAPARRAL BUSINESS MACHINES, INC.
Address 825 Riverside Dr. #6, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone (805) 239-3555
(805) 541-5200 (SLO)
(805) 922-4515 (Santa Maria)
Web URL www.cbmachines.com
Name ULTREX BUSINESS PRODUCTS
Address 712 Fiero Lane, #33, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
735 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone (805) 783-1234 (SLO)
(805) 962-1234 (Santa Barbara)
24-hour (877) 503-8755
Web URL www.ultrex.net
COMMUNICATIONS, General
Name John Whitford Communications
Address 7575 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone (805) 461-3030; 1-866-461-3030
FAX: (805) 461-8848
24hr: John Whitford (805) 610-4982
Web URL www.johnwhitford.com
E-mail sales@johnwhitford.com
Information JWC participates in the Satellite Community Aid Relief Efforts program
(Satellite CARES) program. Satellite CARES partners with the IT Disaster
Resource Center to deploy technical resources and emergency
communications. Provides Satellite, phone, network, TV connectivity. Has
mobile trailer or portable Skid mount unit. Satellite phones
COMMUNI CATIONS, Radios
Cal OES: Cal OES has a cache of portable radios and command vehicles which are available through
County OES. Call County OES at (805) 781-5011 during business hours. After hours, contact County OES
through the Duty Line (805) 781-1144, Sheriff's Office at (805) 781-4553 or (805) 781-4550. For routine
information, contact the State Office of Emergency Services at (562) 795-2900.
COUNTY OES: Has a variety of radio resources, including multiple caches of portables on law, med,
fire, public works and OES frequencies, as well as portable base stations and repeaters. Contact County
OES at numbers above.
COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPT.: Has self-propelled and trailer command / communications vehicles with
radios on all public safety frequencies. See listing under Communications Resources, Vehicles.
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CAL FIRE / COUNTY FIRE: Has a cache of fire frequency portables. Business hours: (805) 543-4244;
24-hour Emergency: (805) 543-4242. (CAL FIRE/County Fire may also be contacted on County Fire
Radio Net by those with that capability.)
Name RADIO AMATEUR CIVIL EMERGENCY SERVICE(RACES)
Phone Contact County Communications at 781-5129.
For emergencies after hours, contact duty County OES Coordinator at
(805) 781-1144.
Information ARES/RACES provides excellent alternate communications services for
agencies during emergencies. RACES is an integral part of the County's
emergency response system and regularly works with CAL FIRE/County
Fire on large incidents.
COMMUNICATIONS, Runners
Name CALIFORNIA CONSERVATION CORP
Address P.O. Box 1380, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406
Phone (805) 549-3561; 24-hour: to request CCC for emergency use, contact
County OES at (805) 781-5011 during business hours or the Sheriff's
Office after hours, at (805) 781-4553
Web URL http://www.ccc.ca.gov/EMERGNCY/emergncy.htm
Information The California Conservation Corp has personnel that may be used as
runners for on-site communications or for site to site communications
using vehicles.
CCC Central Coast District fields three to four 12-15 person crews at the
base camp in San Luis Obispo and two crews in Santa Maria.
Normal work week hours of the crews may not be charged to the
requesting agency, however overtime and any required food and lodging
(if crews are working beyond commute range from their base center) will
be.
or 781-4550. Provide the following information: Nature of problem;
approximate number of personnel needed; approximate time frame; and
why the CCC resources are needed.
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COMMUNICATIONS, Telephones, Cellular
Name AT&T WIRELESS
Address 11998 Los Osos Valley Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Phone (805) 546-6400, press 2 for local store 24 Hour Emergency (707) 336-2497
Web URL att.com
Information Call the 24 Hour emergency line to dispatch emergency services.
Name SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
Address County Government Center, Room D-430, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
Phone (805) 781-5011 (after hours contact Sheriff’s Watch Commander 781-
4553);
Duty Line: 781-1144
Information For COWs or cellular emergency resources.
Name SPRINT AUTHORIZED DEALERS
Address 1506 Froom Ranch Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
2210 S. Bradley Rd., STE D4, Santa Maria, CA 93455
Phone San Luis Obispo: (805) 439-2660/2662
Santa Maria: (805) 739-2288
Emergency Response Team: (888) 639-0020
Govt Emergency Telecommunications Services (GETS): (254) 295-2220
Web URL sprint.com
Information For dispatch of cellular emergency services contact the Emergency
Response Team.
Name VERIZON WIRELESS
Address 994 Mill Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 549-6260 Press #3 for local store
Emergency Line: (800) 922-0204
Web URL verizonwireless.com
Information Call the Emergency line to dispatch COWs or other cellular emergency
services.
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COMMUNICATIONS, Telephones, Hardwire
Name AT&T
Address 196 Suburban Road (P.O. Box 8111), San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8111
Phone Network Operations Center: (800) 662-0266
Emergency Control Center: (916) 977-7777
Central Control Office /Network Reliability Center: (916) 977-7582,
Repair Service (Emergency Response Agencies Only):
(800) 332-1321, (800) 275-0014; (800) 310-2355
Engineering: Neil Zakaria: (W) (805) 546-7012; (C) (805) 704-3813
Engineering Supervisor: David Whitehead (805) 546-7389
Web URL www.att.com
Information AT&T has installed a special phone line/number at the EOC to coordinate
and expedite ordering of emergency phones and phone lines by all
agencies and jurisdictions in times of emergency. This number is
operational when the County EOC is activated (and staffed by AT&T).
COMMUNICATIONS, Vehicles
Name CALOES MOBILE INTEROPERABILITY GATEWAY UNIT (MIGU)
Address County Communications Shop
Phone Request through County Communications Shop at (805) 781-5129 or off
hours through County Sheriff’s Watch Commander.
Information Provides on-scene communications interoperability between disparate
radio systems.
Name COUNTY FIRE COMMUNICATIONS UNIT
Phone Request through County Fire ECC, 543-4242
Information Provides on-scene radio communications.
Name REZEK EQUIPMENT
Address 970 Reece St., San Bernardino, CA 92411
Phone (800) 739-3979 FAX: (800) 739-3920 24 hr.: (909) 888-3008; Cell: (951) 236-6444 (Ron)
Web URL www.rezekequipment.com
E-mail rrr@ronrezek.com
Information Rezek has communication trailers, command trailers. (They also have a
large variety of other equipment, such lighting and generators, and semi-
trucks set up as field kitchens, capable of serving 3000 meals. Adding
Portable sink and shower unit trailers to their fleet.)
Also under: Food, Field Kitchen, Showers, Portable;
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Name SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
Address County Government Center, Room D-430, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
Phone (805) 781-5011 (after hours contact Sheriff’s Watch Commander 781-
4553);
Duty Line: 781-1144
Information OES has a UHF & VHF portable repeater system, one each UHF and VHF
portable base stations, and a cache of UHF and VHF portable radios.
Name SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
Address P.O. Box 32, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406
Phone (805) 781-4550 (is 24-hour number also)
Information The Sheriff’s Office has a Command Communication Van and Trailers that
have a variety of communications resources. In addition, the Search and Rescue Unit has Support and Crew Trailers.
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT, Construction Companies
Name A-JAY EXCAVATING
Address 8315 Morro Road, STE 102, Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone (805) 466-0300 24-hour Phone: (805) 434-2140 (John)
Web URL www.a-jay.com
E-mail patricks@a-jay.com
Name ASSOCIATED PACIFIC, INC.
Address 495 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Phone (805) 772-7472, FAX: (805) 772-5803
24-hour: Mike Marchitto cell (805) 234-2841 and
Paul Gillen, Owner cell (805) 234-5055
Web URL www.associatedpacific.com
E-mail rludwig@associatedpacific.com
Name R. BAKER INC
Address P.O. Box 419 Arroyo Grande, CA 93421
Phone (805) 489-8711 24-hour phone: Mr. Jim Guiton home: (805) 489-8241 cell: (805) 440-6929
E-mail jimguiton@charter.net
Name BEECHAM CONSTRUCTION (C. BEECHAM CORPORATION)
Address 3030 Clark Valley Road, Los Osos, CA 93402
Phone (805) 528-7367; (805) 534-9457 24-hour: Craig Beecham, Owner:(805) 528-5236-home (805)459-5582-cell
Name BOB’S CRANE SERVICE
Address P.O. Box 43 Santa Margarita, CA 93453
14376 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone (805) 544-5511; FAX: (805) 466-5749 24-hour: Randy cell (805) 441-5000
E-mail bobscrane@charter.net
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Name BP GENERAL ENGINEERING & ED’S EXCAVATING
Address P.O. Box 6973 (2056 Mountain View Drive), Los Osos, CA 93402
Phone (805) 528-0882 After Hours: (805) 441-3932 (Brad)
E-mail dirtpushin@sbcglobal.net
Name BULLARD & SONS CONSTRUCTION
Address P.O. Box 540 (3738 La Cruz Way), Templeton, CA 93465
Phone (805) 434-1414; cell (Don): (805) 471- 0647
Information Have: 3 yard excavator, 5-yd. Cat loader, water trucks, compacting
equipment, and motor grater.
Name R. BURKE CORPORATION
Address P.O. Box 957/ 865 Capitolio Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406
Phone (805) 543-8568; FAX: (805) 543-2521 24-hour: Rob Burke: (805) 431-0647 cell; (805) 543-3209 (home)
Web URL www.rburkecorporation.com
E-mail rbc@rburkecorporation.com
Name ECCO EQUIPMENT CORPORATION
Address 1047 N Kelsey Street, Visalia, CA 93291 1417 N. Susan Street, Santa Ana, CA 92703 – Corporate office
Phone Visalia: (800) 729-3226
Santa Ana:(714) 554-4851
24-hour: (559) 804-6115, Dennis Umholz
Web URL www.eccoequipment.com
E-mail dennisu@eccoequipment.com
Name GF GARCIA AND SONS
Address 123 Park Avenue, Cayucos, CA 93430
Phone (805) 995-3548, FAX: (805) 995-1895 24-hour: Zack Mead: (805) 995-0162 home, (805) 801-3474 cell
E-mail gfgsi@att.net
Name GRAINGER INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY
Address Nearest branch: 101 S. Rice Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93030
Phone (805) 201-3800; FAX: (805) 201-3804 Corp. Customer Care: (800) 755-2021
Web URL www.grainger.com
Information Grainger is also listed under “GENERATORS and TOOLS, Other
Sources.” Grainger has construction equipment, generators, pumps, and tools.
Name NEGRANTI CONSTRUCTION
Address 1424 Old Creek Road (P.O. Box 198), Cayucos, CA 93430
Phone (805) 995-3357; FAX: 995-3281 24-hour: (805) 995-2011, Jon Negranti
E-mail negranti.construction@gmail.com
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Name ROSS CONSTRUCTION, INC.
Address 1102 Pike Ln, Oceano, CA 93445
Phone (805) 473-8005 FAX: (805) 473-8006 24-hour: Michael Ross (805) 481-2550
E-mail mross@mjross.net
Name SANSONE COMPANY
Address 354 Pacific St #210, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Mailing: PO Box 1429, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406-1429
Phone (805) 549-0667, FAX: (805) 549-0702
24 hour: David Sansone, cell: (805) 215-9547
Web URL www.sansoneco.com
E-mail elaine@sansoneco.com
Name T. SIMONS COMPANY INC.
Address 230 W. Tefft Street, Nipomo, CA 93444
Phone (805) 929-0700; FAX: (805) 929-0702
24-hour: Tammy Simons, Owner & President cell: (805) 714- 0422
Web URL www.tsimonsinc.com
E-mail tsimons@tsimonsinc.com
Name WALTER BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION
Address 3220 South Higuera, STE 302 ,San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Mailing: P.O. Box 809, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406
Phone (805) 543-5854, FAX: (805) 543-6807 24-hour: Don Walter:(805) 543-5854; or (805) 543-2252(home)
Web URL www.walterbros.com
E-mail don@walterbros.com
Information Has water truck, backhoe, and Skip and Drag loader
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT, Rental
Name AGGREKO
Phone(s) 24/7 National Support Center, for emergencies: (877) 603-6021; Calls
routed to area locations in: Santa Fe Springs, San Francisco, Las Vegas
NV, Phoenix AZ.
Web URL www.aggreko.com
Information Rentals of Generators, Air Conditioners, Heaters, Dehumidifiers and
Chillers. Aggreko is also listed under “GENERATORS”.
Name COASTAL RENTAL
Address 8900 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone (805) 466-5566, FAX: (805) 466-4334
Web URL www.facebook.com/coastalrentalequipment
E-mail coastalrental@att.net
Information Coastal Rental Centers has a wide selection of equipment including
generators, pumps, all type of power tools, front end loaders and
numerous other miscellaneous tools.
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Name GROVER TOOL RENTAL
Address 1211 West Grand Avenue, Grover Beach, CA 93433
Phone (805) 481-2184
Web URL www.grovertoolrental.com
Information Pumps, generators, concrete saws, jacks, porta cranes, skip loaders,
pullers, air compressors, and misc. other items.
Name NOBLE OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT
Address 2935 South Higuera, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
2280 S. Meredith, Santa Maria, CA 93455
Phone San Luis Obispo: (805) 541-6090; FAX: (805) 541-3784
Santa Maria: (805) 349-1300; FAX: (805) 349-1334
24-hour, Tim Peterson: (805) 544- 8458 or (805) 440-9900
Web URL www.noblesaw.com
E-mail tim@noblesaw.com
Information Chainsaws, generators and water pumps.
Name OASIS EQUIPMENT RENTAL (AKA CAMBRIA ELECTRIC)
Address 2415 Village Lane Unit E, Cambria, CA 93428; (805) 927-5511
540 Atascadero Road, Morro Bay, CA; (805) 772-3335
2101 9th Street, Los Osos, CA; (805) 528-3335; (805) 528-8529
Phone 24-hour for Morro Bay: Owner Paul: (805) 466-8515; or Owner Darren
(805) 431-2325
Information Forklifts, scissor lifts, air compressors, tractors, pumps, generators, lawn &
garden equipment, trailers, traffic safety and compaction equipment.
Name QUINN RENTAL
Addresses
/ Phone(s)
1560 Ramada Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446; (805) 237-7700
1655 Carlotti Dr, Santa Maria, CA, (805) 925-8611
830 W. Betteravia, Santa Maria, CA; (805) 922-3529
24hr: Leave a message at any location and contact will return the call
Web URL qrs-cat.com or quinncompany.com
Information Trucks, trailers, trenchers, dozers, loaders, graders, generators, welders,
compressors, pumps, concrete equipment and misc. other related items.
Name SAN LUIS POWERHOUSE
Address 798 Francis Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone 24-hours: (805) 543-4643, Russ Kimmel, Owner
Web URL www.sanluispowerhouse.com
E-mail gens@sanluispowerhouse.com
Information Portable Generators; Larger “permanent” can be ordered (not installed)
Name UNITED RENTAL
Address 635 Tank Farm Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 543-7297; 24-hour: same, or (805) 431-0322, Tim Haveman; (805) 431-0440, Matthew Tackett
Web URL www.ur.com or www.unitedrentals.com
Information United has back hoes, skip loaders, dozers, dump trucks, forklift, grader,
trenchers, pumps, generators, Bob Cats, water trucks, emergency supplies, and other related equipment.
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EMERGENCY MEDICAL SUPPLIES, Basic
Name AIRGAS WEST
Address 205 Tank Farm Rd, San Luis Obispo, 93401; 2131 Golden Hill Rd, Paso
Robles, 93440
Phone SLO office: (805) 544-4433, FAX: (805) 544-0954; Paso office: (805) 237- 4007, FAX (805) 237-4049
Web URL www.airgas.com
Information Medical equipment, regulators, supplies.
Name APRIA HEALTH CARE
Address 705 Fiero Ln. Suite 10, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone 24hr Call Center: (805) 783- 7412 or (800) 900-0305; FAX: (805) 543- 2865; 24 hour FAX: (855) 252-9187
Web URL www.apria.com
E-mail paula_conner@apria.com – SLO Branch Manager
Information Oxygen treatment, respiratory, durable equipment.
Name SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY FIRE DEPT.
Address 635 North Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo ,CA 93405
Phone General Info: (805) 543-4244; Fire Prevention: (805) 543-2446; Burn Day
Info: (800) 834-2876; 24-hour Emergency: (805) 543-4242
FAX (805) 543-4248
Information Has a heavy rescue unit (based at SLO Airport) with BLS supplies for
about 30 people.
FACILITIES
Community Centers/Meeting areas and capacity
Name CAYUCOS VETERANS’ HALL
Address 10 Cayucos Drive, Cayucos, CA 93430
Phone (805) 995-2401
Web URL www.cayucosvetshall.org/
Information Main 47’ x 58’ multi-purpose room – 200 people dining
14’ x 24’ stage with theater curtains in main room
15’ x 20’ second multi-purpose room – 20 people
Complete commercial kitchen
Name COLONY PARK COMMUNITY CENTER
Address 5599 Traffic Way, Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone (805) 470-3360
Web URL http://www.atascadero.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&c
atid=2&id=559
Information Gymnasium: 500 banquet; 1000 standing
Conference Room: 24
Arts & Crafts Room: 39
Dance Room & Exercise Room: 25 in each
Teen Center: 20
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Name MORRO BAY VETERANS’ MEMORIAL BUILDING
Address 209 Surf Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Phone Morro Bay Rec and Parks Department (805) 772-6278; FAX: 772-2693
Web URL http://www.morro-bay.ca.us/index.aspx?NID=346
Information Combining the Meeting Room with the Assembly Hall, the Veterans’
Memorial Building has 3,190 square feet with theater seating for 370 people and dining for 195 people. Also has kitchen area
Name PISMO BEACH VETERANS’ MEMORIAL HALL
Address 780 Bello Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Phone City of Pismo Beach (805) 773-4657
Web URL http://www.pismobeach.org/index.aspx?NID=100
Information 600 Auditorium Seating 280 Dining
Name SHELL BEACH VETERANS’ MEMORIAL HALL
Address 230 Leeward, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Phone City of Pismo Beach (805) 773-4657
Web URL http://www.pismobeach.org/index.aspx?NID=100
Information 60 Auditorium Seating 90 Dining
FOOD, Caterers
Name AMERICAN RED CROSS
Address 225 Prado Road, Suite A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 543-0696, FAX (805) 544-1921
Web URL www.redcross.org/ca/san-luis-obispo
Information The Red Cross can provide on-site food to approximately 100 people.
They can also provide or arrange for subsistence to an unlimited of people
staying in their shelters.
Name GUS’s GROCERY
Address 1638 Osos, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 543-8684; 24hr: Same
Web URL www.facebook.com/gussgrocery
Name RAYMOND CATTANEO BBQ SERVICE
Address 6255 Edna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 541-6447 (also 24-hour) or toll free 1(866) 729-7728. FAX: (805)
541-6526, Contact: Raymond or Nina-Marie
Web URL www.raysownbrand.com/bbq-service
E-mail info@raysownbrand.com
Information Raymond Cattaneo BBQ Service can feed an almost unlimited number of
people once the proper supplies and food have been obtained. Cattaneo
has experience serving up to 5,000 people.
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Name THE RIB LINE
Address 12308 Los Osos Valley Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
228 W. Grand Avenue, Grover Beach, CA 93433
Phone San Luis Obispo: (805) 543-7427
Grover Beach: (805) 474-0123
Catering: (805) 602-2108 , Krystal
24 hour: Tony Gordon, Owner: (805) 782-0786 home, (805) 550-5467 cell
Web URL www.ribline.com
E-mail theribline@gmail.com
Information Per their website, The Rib Line can handle 30 to 1000 people. Also have
contract in place with CAL FIRE.
Name SALVATION ARMY
Address 815 Islay Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone Main Office: (805) 544-2401, Beth, Field Rep; Office: (805) 238-9591,
24 hour: (805) 462-4624
Information The Salvation Army can provide on-site food to approximately 100 people.
They can also provide or arrange for subsistence to an unlimited number
of people staying in their shelters.
FOOD, Field Kitchens
Name A-1 WATER
Address 567 Carlo Drive, Goleta, CA 93117
Mailing: P.O. Box 1552, Goleta, CA 93116-1552
Phone (805) 685-5000, FAX: (805) 683-2361
24-hour: Dale Elevatorski, owner (805) 680-0372 cell or
Kat Donlan (805) 705-0129
Web URL www.a1water.net
E-mail dale@a1water.net
Information Mobile Kitchen Support trailer with dishwasher, sinks, water heater, drying
racks Also listed under Food and Beverages, Water; Laundry and Showers.
Name BLAGG’S FOOD SERVICE
Address 21885 State Highway 299 E., Bella Vista, CA 96008
Phone (530) 549-5522 or (800) 655-7479 FAX: (530) 344-7875
24 hour: (800) 201-2433 - Dispatch
Web URL www.blaggsfoodservice.com
Information Blagg’s Food Service has a Primary Kitchen Trailer, Prep
Trailer/Secondary Cooking Trailer, Refrigerated Salad & Dessert Trailer,
Full Service Beverage Trailer, Sanitation Units, Hand Washing Units,
Certified Potable Water Units, Sleeper Trailers w/Heating & AC, Tractor
Trucks, Generators, Tents, tables, and seating
Also own AAA Mobile Showers.
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Name BOW VALLEY AGRI-LAND SERVICES
Address 14500 El Camino Atascadero, CA 93422
Mailing: 69850 Parkfield-Coalinga Rd., San Miguel, CA 93451
Phone (805) 466-1468 24-hour: same or (805) 391- 0105-John
Information Bow Valley has 6000 gallon tankers (potable water) A 45' refrigerator with
generator and lights, a prep trailer and 100kw generator
Name CAL FIRE
Address 635 North Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Phone (805) 543-4244; 24-hour phone: (805) 543-4242. (County Fire Radio Net
may be used for contact by agencies with that capability.)
Information CAL FIRE has one field kitchen available from the CAL FIRE Crew Camp
at Cuesta Camp locally and additional units from various locations
statewide. Field kitchens are not a mutual aid item and requesting agency
will be charged applicable expenses and cost (both personnel and
supplies). Approximately 1,000 to 1,200 people may be fed by the Cuesta
Kitchen Crew.
Name EL DORADO WATER AND SHOWER SERVICES, INC.
Address Po Box 944 (582 Mother Lode Drive) Placerville, CA 95667
Phone (888) 622-8995; FAX: (530) 622-0153; Rodger (530) 622-1067 During office hours, 24-hour: (530) 622-8995
Web URL www.eldoradowaterandshower.com
E-mail eldorwater@comcast.net
Information Mobile showers, hand wash stations, mobile laundries, mobile kitchen
support, gray water trucks, potable water trucks tents and incident base
camp packages.
Expect long wait time on phone
Also listed in Laundry and Food, Field Kitchens.
Name REZEK EQUIPMENT
Address 970 Reece St., San Bernardino, CA 92411
Phone (800) 739-3979 FAX: (800) 739-3920
24 hr.: (909) 888-3008; Cell: (951) 236-6444 (Ron)
Web URL www.rezekequipment.com
E-mail rrr@ronrezek.com
Information Rezek has communication trailers, command trailers. (They also have a
large variety of other equipment, such lighting and generators, and semi-
trucks set up as field kitchens, capable of serving 3000 meals. Adding
Portable sink and shower unit trailers to their fleet.)
Also under: Communications, Vehicles; Showers, Portable;
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FOOD, Grocers
Name FOOD 4 LESS
Addresses
/ Phones
8360 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422; (805) 461-9699
FAX: (805) 461-0677
3985 South Higuera, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401; (805) 782-8989
FAX: (805) 782-8984
1465 Creston Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446; (805) 227-1661
FAX: (805) 227-1665
24-hour Phone: same (Open 24 hours)
Web URL www.myfood4less.com
Information Food 4 Less has in stock the usual assortment of food and other items
found in supermarkets, including a meat and produce department.
Name JORDANO’S FOODSERVICE.
Address 550 S. Patterson Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Phone (800) 325-2278, (805) 964-0611; FAX (805) 964-3821
Web URL www.jordanos.com
E-mail jordanos@jordanos.com
Information Food distributor to restaurants and small grocery stores
Name SMART AND FINAL
Address 277 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
1464 E. Grand Avenue, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
2121 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
1721 S. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Phone San Luis Obispo: (805) 543-5341
Arroyo Grande: (805) 574-1599
Paso Robles: (805) 237-0323
Santa Maria: (805) 925-6730
24-hour: Contact the Loss Prevention Dept. (323) 974-3740
Web URL www.smartandfinal.com
Information After normal business hours try business line first, as there is usually
someone there. State your reason for calling and ask to speak to the
"Director of Loss Prevention". Leave your name and call back number.
The director will call you and make arrangements to open a store. If local
stores cannot meet all needs, the manager will arrange for the main
warehouse in Vernon to fill an emergency order. Only pallet quantities can
be ordered from the warehouse. Warehouse orders will be filled and
shipped as soon as possible. A Purchase Order or Requisition Number will
be required on each order.
Name VITCO FOOD SERVICES
Address 830 Capitolio Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 543-0801;
24-hour: Patrick Kaney (805) 543-0800 – Sales Rep
Information Vitco provides a broad food service supply including drinks and meat.
They also supply related items such as cups and janitorial supplies.
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FOOD, Water
Including drinking water and other drinks
Name A-1 WATER
Address 567 Carlo Drive, Goleta, CA 93117 Mailing: P.O. Box 1552, Goleta, CA 93116-1552
Phone (805) 685-5000, FAX: (805) 683-2361
24-hour: Dale Elevatorski, owner (805) 680-0372 cell or
Kat Donlan (805) 705-0129
Web URL www.a1water.net
E-mail dale@a1water.net
Information Has large potable and emergency drinking water trucks in fleet
Also listed under Food, Field Kitchens and Laundry and Showers.
Name ARROWHEAD DRINKING WATER
Address 155A Cuyama Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444
Phone (800) 950-9393 (recorded customer service line), 24-hour: same.
Web URL www.arrowheadwater.com
Name BOW VALLEY AGRI-LAND SERVICES
Address 14500 El Camino Atascadero, CA 93422
Mailing: 69850 Parkfield-Coalinga Rd., San Miguel, CA 93451
Phone (805) 466-1468 24-hour: same or (805) 391- 0105-John
Information Bow Valley has 6000 gallon tankers (potable water) A 45' refrigerator with
generator and lights, a prep trailer and 100kw generator
Name BROOKSTONE EMERGENCY SERVICES
Address 41615 Reagan Way, Murrieta, CA 92562
Phone (951) 600-1834; 24-hour dispatch (800) 232-2575; FAX (951) 461-3470
Web URL www.brookstoneesd.com
Information Has generators, heaters, portable toilets, tents, potable water, etc. Listed
under Generators, Tents, and Toilets also.
Name CENTRAL COAST INDUSTRIES
Address P.O. Box 2417 (2122 Hutton Road), Nipomo, CA 93444
Phone (805) 349-9980; (800) 633-6966; FAX: (805) 349-0471
24-hour: Brian Touey, (805) 896-3777; Shannon Touey (805) 896-7343
Or Veronica, (805) 896-4038
E-mail brian@ccirentals.com or Shannon@ccirentals.com
Web URL www.ccirentals.com
Information Portable toilets, showers, sinks, water truck, water services. Also listed
under, Water, Showers, Portable and Toilets, Portable.
Name CRYSTAL SPRINGS WATER COMPANY
Address 3215 Rockview Place, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 543-5063, (800) 223-5318; FAX: (805) 543-1057
Web URL www.crystalspringswaterslo.com
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Name PRO WATER EQUIPMENT RENTAL
Address 20395 Somma Drive, Perris, CA 92570
Mailing: PO Box 78205 Corona, CA 92877
Phone (909) 720-2138
E-mail prowater113@aol.com
Web URL www.prowaterequipment.com
Information Has 8,000 & 10,000 gallon water wagons. Also listed under Water.
Name SPARKLETTS BOTTLED WATERS
Address P.O. Box 660579, Dallas, TX 75266
Phone (800) 453-0292; FAX (626) 351-7528
Web URL www.sparkletts.com
Information Expect extended hold time for Customer Service operator
FUEL, Diesel, Commercial Stations
Name CAYUCOS GAS MINI MART
Address 198 North Ocean Avenue, Cayucos, CA 93430
Phone (805) 995-2600
Information Store open 6 AM to 9 PM. Pumps available 24 hours
Name CHEVRON
Address 8955 Montecito Road (U.S. 101 Santa Rosa Street off ramp),
Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone (805) 462-0659 24-hour Mgr., Art Guzman (emergencies only): (805) 264-4256
Information In case of emergency, they will open station. Also, Fire Dept. has keys to
the generator tanks. Hours are 5 AM to 11:00 PM every day.
Name GOLDEN HILL COUNTRY STORE - EAGLE ENERGY
Address Highway 46 East at 2400 Golden Hill Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone (805) 239-2190; office: (805) 549- 7090
Information Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Name MILLER'S UNOCAL 76
Address 542 Five Cities Drive (4th Street off ramp of U.S. 101), Pismo Beach, CA
Phone (805) 773-5727
Information Pumps open 24 hours. Attendant 6 AM to 11 PM. Propane also available.
Name NIPOMO MARKETPLACE
Address 501 West Tefft Street, Nipomo, CA 93444
Phone (805) 929-5562
Information Open 24 hours.
Name SAN-PASO TRUCK AND AUTO
Address 81 Wellsona Road at U.S. 101 (approximately halfway between Paso
Robles and San Miguel), Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone (805) 467-9999
Information Open 24 hours
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FUEL, Wholesale Distributors and Trucks
Name EAGLE ENERGY
Address 22515 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita, CA 93453
Phone (805) 438-1510, 24-hour: Matt Schultz (805) 431-3190
Web URL www.eagleenergyinc.com
Information Hours: M-F 8 AM to 5 PM. Has fuel trucks that can respond to an
incident/staging area. They have card lock pumps at their facilities.
Name J.B. DEWAR, INC.
Addresses/
Phones 1049 Riverside Avenue, Paso Robles, CA 93446, (805) 238-0634
2403 Golden Hill Road, Paso Robles, CA 93466
2310 S. Meredith Ln., Santa Maria, CA 93436, (805) 925-4061
612 W Boone St., Santa Maria, CA 93458 (805) 925-3650
1131 El Camino Real, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
933 Huber Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433
1400 W Laurel Ave., Lompoc, CA 93426 (805) 736-8262
75 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, (805) 543-0180 or (800)
549-6457 FAX: (805) 543-8537
Phone See above. 24-hour/emergency: Ken Dewar, (805) 441-0531 cell, (805)
489 -4284 home
Web URL www.jbdewar.com
Information Dewar has trucks that can respond to an incident/staging area. They also
have on site cardlock pumps at their facilities.
GENERATORS
Name AGGREKO
Phone(s) 24/7 National Support Center, for emergencies: (877) 603-6021; Calls
routed to area locations in: Santa Fe Springs, San Francisco, Las Vegas NV, Phoenix AZ.
Web URL www.aggreko.com
Information Rentals of Generators, Air Conditioners, Heaters, Dehumidifiers and
Chillers. Aggreko is also listed under “Construction Equipment, Rentals”.
Name AIRGAS WEST
Address 205 Tank Farm Rd, San Luis Obispo, 93401
2131 Golden Hill Rd, Paso Robles, 93440
Phone SLO office: (805) 544-4433, FAX: (805) 544-0954; Paso office: (805) 237-4007, FAX (805) 237-4049
Web URL www.airgas.com
Information Generators and equipment. Also under: EMERGENCY MEDICAL SUPPLIES, Basic
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Name BROOKSTONE EMERGENCY SERVICES
Address 41615 Reagan Way, Murrieta, CA 92562
Phone (951) 600-1834; 24-hour dispatch (800) 232-2575; FAX (951) 461-3470
Web URL www.brookstoneesd.com
Information Has generators, heaters, portable toilets, tents, potable water, etc. Listed
under Generators, Tents, and Toilets also.
Name FIRE EXPEDITORS
Address 638 North Eckhoff, Orange, CA 92868
Phone (800) 255-3119, FAX: (714) 388-3980 24hrs: Dave Brown: (714) 392-6580
Web URL www.expeditorsfire.com
E-mail info@expeditorsfire.com
Information Also listed under Generators, Laundry, Showers, Tents, and Vehicles -
Buses
Name GRAINGER INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY
Address Nearest branch: 101 S. Rice Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93030
Phone (805) 201-3800; FAX: (805) 201-3804 Corp. Customer Care: (800) 755-2021
Web URL www.grainger.com
Information Grainger is also listed under “GENERATORS and TOOLS, Other
Sources.” Grainger has construction equipment, generators, pumps, and tools.
Name NOBLE OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT
Address 2935 South Higuera, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
2280 S. Meredith, Santa Maria, CA 93455
Phone San Luis Obispo: (805) 541-6090; FAX: (805) 541-3784
Santa Maria: (805) 349-1300; FAX: (805) 349-1334
24-hour, Tim Peterson: (805) 544- 8458 or (805) 440-9900
Web URL www.noblesaw.com
E-mail tim@noblesaw.com
Information Noble is also listed under “CHAINSAWS , CONSTRUCTION
EQUIPMENT, Rental and Tools, Other Sources.” Chainsaws, generators
and water pumps.
Name SAN LUIS POWERHOUSE
Address 798 Francis Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone 24-hours: (805) 543-4643 (Russ Kimmel, Owner)
Web URL www.sanluispowerhouse.com
E-mail gens@sanluispowerhouse.com
Information Portable Generators; larger capacity can be ordered as needed (not
installed)
Name SILLY MONKEY INC.
Address 12018 Tiara St., Valley Village, CA 91607
Phone (818) 262-2618
Web URL Sillymonkeyinc.com
Information Generators from 200-1,600 amps also silent generators
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HAND CREWS
California Conversation Corp, CAL FIRE / Department of Corrections, and California Men's Colony
/ Department of Corrections crews are available for a number of emergencies and can provide
valuable assistance to public entities.
Name CALIFORNIA CONSERVATION CORP – CENTRAL COAST DISTRICT
Address P.O. 1380, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406
Phone (805) 549-3561
24-hour: To request CCC for emergency use, contact County OES at 781-
5011 during business hours or the Sheriff Watch Commander after hours
at 781-4553. Provide the following information: Nature of problem;
approximate number of personnel needed; approximate time frame; and
why the CCC resources are needed.
Information CCC Central Coast District fields five (5) 12-15 person crews at the base
camp in San Luis Obispo and two crews in Santa Maria. Crews may be
used for flood control and cleanup, wind/sand storms, oil spills, search and
rescue, and earthquake response. Normal work week hours of the crews
may not be charged to the requesting agency, however overtime and any
required food and lodging (if crews are working beyond commute range
from their base center) will be charged.
Name CALIFORNIA MEN'S COLONY COMMUNITY WORK CREWS
Address P.O. Box 8101, San Luis Obispo, CA 93409
Phone (805) 547-7900, ext. 7070; 24-hour: same.
Information The CMC Community Work Crews are available for disaster assistance
response. To request the crews, contact the Associate Warden at the
West Facility or the Watch Commander at the West Facility by using the
above number.
Name CAL FIRE
Address 635 North Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Phone Headquarters: (805) 543-4244; Cuesta Camp (805) 543-9570;
24-hour: CAL FIRE Emergency Command Center at (805) 543-4242 (or
CAL FIRE ECC may be contacted on appropriate radio frequencies).
Information Cuesta Camp has four crews. These crews may be used for most type of
emergencies. Requesting agencies will be billed for crew services, unless arrangements are made for a project ahead of time.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS, CONTRACTORS AND SUPPLIES
For Oil Spills in the Coastal Zone, contact the National Response Center at (800) 424- 8802, or the U.S.
Coast Guard at (310) 732-2043 (emergency calls) or (310) 732-7380 (business calls).
The San Luis Obispo County Hazardous Material Coordinator/Team may be contacted at (805) 781-
5544 Monday through Friday. After hours they may be contacted through the Sheriff's Office at (805)
781-4550 or (805) 781-4553.
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Name CROP PRODUCTION SERVICES
Address 1335 West Main, Santa Maria, CA 93454
2502 Oakwood Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93447
3935 Brown Road, Santa Maria, CA 93456
Phone Paso Robles: (805) 238-3825 FAX: (805) 237-0246
24-hour: Michel Alviso, Manager (805) 591-0227 cell
Santa Maria, West Main: (805) 922-5848. FAX: (805) 349-8745
24- hour: John Patino, Manager (805) 714-0405 cell,
Santa Maria, Brown Road: (805) 925-9563 FAX: (805) 349-9790
24- hour: Sonia Sanchez, Safety Mgr. (805) 550-3484; Jerry Rodriguez:
(805) 451-5641
Web URL www.cpsagu.com
Information Crop Production Services is a HazMat contractor and HazMat waste
hauler; they will respond to small/moderate size spills of pesticide when
responsible party has not been located and/or there is a significant delay
for Chemtrec to contact the manufacturer.
Name B & T SERVICE STATION CONTRACTORS
Address 630 South Frontage Rd, Nipomo, CA 93444
Phone (805) 929-8944, (888) 862-2552 FAX: (805) 929-8948
Web URL www.btssc.com
E-mail cfasse@btssc.com
Information Licensed A, B, C-61. D-40. HazMat Certification, hazardous materials
management and clean up.
Name CLEAN SEAS
Address 990 Cindy Lane, Unit B, Carpinteria, CA 93013
Phone (805) 684-3838; FAX: (805) 684-2650, 24-hour: Same (805) 684-3838, follow prompts duty phone manager
Web URL www.cleanseas.com
Information Clean Seas has equipment including lighting and vessels for spills
occurring at sea or in open waters (oil skimmers).
Name A.J. DIANI CONSTRUCTION CO.
Address 351 N. Blosser Road/ P.O. Box 636, Santa Maria, CA 93456
Phone (805) 925-9533; FAX: (805) 922-3630 24-hour: (805) 925-9533
Web URL www.diani.com
E-mail jasond@diani.com
Information A.J. Diani Const. is set up to handle all hazardous material emergencies
except radiation. Equipment includes a response trailer and appropriate
HazMat suits. They are “Level A” certified.
Name IMPACT ABSORBENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
Address 5255 Traffic Way, Atascadero, CA 93423
Phone (805) 466-4709 FAX: (805) 466-7709 24hr (800) 339-7672;
Web URL www.xsorb.com
Information Impact Absorbent Technologies makes industrial, commercial and
municipal spill and safety supplies.
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Name PORTNEY CONSTRUCTION
Address 838 Paso Robles St, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Mailing: PO Box 1980, Paso Robles, CA 93447
Phone (805) 237-9949 FAX: (805) 238-7961
Web URL www.portneyconstruction.com
Information Licensed to perform demolition, toxic materials abatement, and
catastrophe clean-up.
HOSPITALS
Name ARROYO GRANDE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
Address 345 S. Halcyon Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Phone (805) 489-4261 (24-hour); Emergency Room (805) 473-7626
Web URL www.arroyograndehospital.org
Name FRENCH HOSPITAL
Address 1911 Johnson Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 543-5353 (24-hour); Emergency Room (805) 542-6378
Web URL www.frenchmedicalcenter.org
Name MARIAN MEDICAL CENTER
Address 1400 East Church Street, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Phone (805) 739-3000 main line recording; Emergency Room (805) 332-8100
Web URL www.marianmedicalcenter.org
Name SIERRA VISTA MEDICAL CENTER
Address 1010 Murray Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Phone (805) 546-7600 (24-hour); Emergency Room (805) 546-7650
Web URL www.sierravistaregional.com
Name TWIN CITIES COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
Address 1100 Las Tablas Road, Templeton, CA 93465
Phone (805) 434-3500; Emergency Room (805) 434-4550
Web URL www.twincitieshospital.com
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LANGUAGE SERVICES
Name ASL NETWORK
Address P.O. Box 17414, Seattle, Washington 98127
Phone (877) 284-2723; FAX: (206) 527-9557 TTY: (206) 527-9555
Web URL www.aslnetwork.com
E-mail manager@aslnetwork.com
Information Offer American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter services.
Name ACCESS FOR ALL
Address 550 Dana Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone
Web URL http://sloaccessforall.org/local-resources-for-people-with-
disabilities/interpreters-independant-contractors/
Information Has network database of on website of American Sign Language (ASL)
certified interpreters. Each interpreter has profile listed and phone numbers for contact
LAUNDRY
Name A-1 WATER
Address 567 Carlo Drive, Goleta, CA 93117 Mailing: P.O. Box 1552, Goleta, CA 93116-1552
Phone (805) 685-5000, FAX: (805) 683-2361
24-hour: Dale Elevatorski, owner (805) 680-0372 cell or
Kat Donlan (805) 705-0129
Web URL www.a1water.net
E-mail dale@a1water.net
Information Mobile Laundry unit with 10 washers and dryers, propane water heating
system, potable and gray water storage bladders Also listed under Food, Field Kitchens, Food and Beverages; Water
Name AAA MOBILE SHOWERS
Address P.O. Box 1774, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 2000 Camp Nauvoo Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 (equipment yard/storage)
Phone (800) 655-8452; FAX: (530) 344-7875 24-hour: (800) 537-1578
Web URL www.aaamobileshowers.com
E-mail aaa@calweb.com
Information Mobile shower units, mobile on-site laundry units, potable water trucks,
gray water trucks, water tenders, hand wash units, tents and canopies,
generator and light towers. Affiliated with Blagg’s Food Service. Also listed
under Showers, Portable.
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Name EL DORADO WATER AND SHOWER SERVICES, INC.
Address Po Box 944 (582 Mother Lode Drive) Placerville, CA 95667
Phone (888) 622-8995; FAX: (530) 622-0153; Rodger (530) 622-1067 During office hours, 24-hour: (530) 622-8995
Web URL www.eldoradowaterandshower.com
E-mail eldorwater@comcast.net
Information Mobile showers, hand wash stations, mobile laundries, mobile kitchen
support, gray water trucks, potable water trucks tents and incident base camp packages. Also listed in Mobile Showers and Food, Field Kitchens.
Name FIRE EXPEDITORS
Address 638 North Eckhoff, Orange, CA 92868
Phone (800) 255-3119, FAX: (714) 388-3980
24hrs: Dave Brown: (714) 392-6580
Web URL www.expeditorsfire.com
E-mail info@expeditorsfire.com
Information Also listed under Generators, Laundry, Showers, Tents, and Vehicles -
Buses
LOADERS
See Construction Equipment.
MEDICAL CLINICS
Name COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS
Paso Robles CHC
Cambria CHC
Arroyo Grande: “THE DOCTORS OFFICE”
Nipomo: NIPOMO HEALTH CENTER
Santa Maria: ARBOR MEDICAL GROUP
Address 416 Spring St., Ste 201, Paso Robles, CA 93446
2515 Main St, Cambria, CA 93428
1057 Grand Avenue, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
150 Tejas Place, Nipomo CA 93444 1418 E. Main Street, Suite 210, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Phone 24-hr.: (805) 481-7220 (answering service)
Paso Robles: (805) 238-7250, FAX: (805) 238-7250
Cambria: (805) 927-5292, FAX: (805) 927-0354
Arroyo Grande: Phone (805) 270-1700 ; FAX: (805) 481-7097
Nipomo: Phone (805) 929-3211; FAX: (805) 929 -6359
Santa Maria: Phone: (805) 929-3678; FAX: (805) 928-6408
Web URL www.communityhealthcenters.org
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Name CUESTA MEDICAL GROUP
Address 5920 West Mall, Atascadero, CA 93422
1555 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
171 N. Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
2238 Bayview Heights Drive, Suite G Los Osos, CA 93402
265 Posada Lane, Suite B, Templeton, CA 93465
Phone Atascadero: (805) 466-0676
San Luis Obispo Higuera Street: (805) 543-4043
San Luis Obispo Santa Rosa Street: (805) 242-0614
Los Osos: (805) 534-1305
Templeton: (805) 434-0900
Web URL www.cuestamedical.com
Name FAMILY & INDUSTRIAL MEDICAL CENTER URGENT CARE
Address 47 Santa Rosa Street (at Meinecke Street), San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Phone (805) 542-9596; 24-hour: same; FAX: (805) 542-9354
Web URL www.fimcslo.com
Name MED STOP Urgent Care Center
Address 283 Madonna Road, Suite B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Phone (805) 549-8880, FAX: (805) 549-8743
Web URL www.medstopurgentcare.com
Name NORTH COUNTY CARE
Address 636 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone (805) 238-2422 FAX: (805) 238-5421
Name TWIN CITIES COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
Address 1100 Las Tablas Rd, (not at TCCH ER), Templeton, CA
Phone Operator: (805) 434-3500, Admin FAX 24hr: (805) 434-2913
PUBLIC SAFETY AGENCIES, Local
For Law Enforcement Emergency Mutual Aid, contact area law coordinator via the Sheriff’s
Office, (805) 781-4550.
For Fire Emergency Mutual Aid, contact County Fire / CALFIRE at (805) 543-4242. NOT FOR
PUBLIC RELEASE, AS SOME NUMBERS ARE NOT PUBLIC NUMBERS!
Prior to releasing FAX numbers to unrelated agencies, businesses, or the public, please contact affected
agency for permission
Name FIVE CITIES FIRE AUTHORITY
Address 140 Traffic Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93421
Phone (805) 473-5490
FAX (805) 489-0348
Name ARROYO GRANDE POLICE DEPT.
Address 200 North Halcyon Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Phone (805) 473-5100; 24-hour: same
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FAX (805) 473-2198
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Name ATASCADERO FIRE DEPT.
Address 6005 Lewis Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93423
Phone (805) 461-5070
FAX (805) 466-2907
Name ATASCADERO POLICE DEPT.
Address 5505 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone (805) 461-5051
FAX (805) 461-3702
Name CAMBRIA FIRE DISTRICT
Address 2850 Burton Drive, Cambria, CA 93428
Phone (805) 927-6240; 24-hour (CAL FIRE / Co Fire): (805) 543-4242
FAX (805) 927-6242
Name CAYUCOS FIRE DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 707, 201 Cayucos Dr., Cayucos, CA 93430
Phone (805) 995-3372; 24-hour (CAL FIRE / Co Fire): (805) 543-4242
FAX (805) 995-0953
Name CUESTA COLLEGE PUBLIC SAFETY DEPT.
Address P.O. Box 8106, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406
Phone (805) 546-3205 or contact SLO County Watch Commander
Name GROVER BEACH POLICE DEPT.
Address 711 Rockaway Avenue, Grover Beach, CA 93433
Phone (805) 473-4511: 24-hour: same.
FAX (805) 473-4517
Name MORRO BAY FIRE DEPT.
Address 715 Harbor Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Phone (805) 772-6242 / 6245; 24-hour: (805) 772-6225
FAX (805) 772-6253
Name MORRO BAY HARBOR PATROL
Address 1275 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Phone (805) 772-6254 (7 AM – 7 PM); 24-hour: (805) 772-6225 (Police Dept.)
FAX (805) 772-6258
Name MORRO BAY POLICE DEPT.
Address 850 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93433
Phone (805) 772-6225; 24-hour: same.
FAX (805) 772-2224
Name PASO ROBLES FIRE DEPT.
Address 900 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone (805) 227-7560; 24-hour, Dispatch: (805) 237-6464
FAX Dispatch: (805) 227-4138
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Name PASO ROBLES POLICE DEPT.
Address 900 Park Street; Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone (805) 237-6464; 24-hour: same.
FAX Dispatch: (805) 227-1013; Records: (805) 238-5592
Name PISMO BEACH POLICE DEPT.
Address 1000 Bello Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Phone (805) 773-2208; 24-hour: same.
FAX (805) 773-3505
Name PORT SAN LUIS HARBOR PATROL
Address P.O. Box 249, (3950 Avila Beach Drive) Avila Beach, CA 93424
Phone (805) 595-5400; Also VHF Radio 16 or 12
FAX (805) 595-5404
Name SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES
Address 885 Oklahoma Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 781-4400; 24-hour: 781-4550
Name SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
Address 2156 Sierra Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 781-5544; 24-hour (Emergencies): County Sheriff Dispatch: (805) 781-4550
FAX (805) 781-4211
Name SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY FIRE DEPT.
Address 635 North Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo ,CA 93405
Phone General Info: (805) 543-4244; Fire Prevention: (805) 543-2446; Burn Day Info: (800) 834-2876; 24-hour Emergency: (805) 543-4242
FAX (805) 543-4248
Name SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
Address 1055 Monterey Street, Room D430, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
Phone (805) 781-5011; 24-hour: Contact County Sheriff Watch Commander:
781 -4553
Direct Lines to OES Coordinators (NOT FOR PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION):
Ron Alsop: 781 -5454
Kelly Van Buren: 781-1955
Vince Morici: 781-5020
Rachel Monte: 781-5006
Ashley Reilley: 781-4128
Duty Line: 781-1144
FAX (805) 781-5005
Name SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY SEARCH AND RESCUE
Address P.O. Box 32, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406
Phone (805) 781-4550; 24-hour: same.
FAX (805) 781-1234
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Name SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPT.
Address P.O. Box 32, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406
Phone (805) 781-4550; 24-hour: same; Watch Commander: (805) 781-4553
FAX (805) 781-1234
Name SAN LUIS OBISPO FIRE DEPT.
Address 2160 Santa Barbara Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 781-7380; 24-hour: (805) 781-7312
FAX (805) 543-8019
Name SAN LUIS OBISPO POLICE DEPT.
Address 1042 Walnut Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 781-7312; 24-hour: same
FAX (805) 543-8108
Name SAN MIGUEL FIRE DEPT.
Address P.O. Box 180, San Miguel, CA 93451
Phone (805) 467-3300; 24-hour (CAL FIRE / Co Fire): (805) 543-4242
FAX (805) 467-9212
Name SANTA MARGARITA FIRE DEPT.
Address P.O. Box 67, Santa Margarita, CA 93453
Phone (805) 438-3185; 24-hour (CAL FIRE / Co Fire): (805) 543-4242
FAX (805) 438-3185
Name TEMPLETON FIRE DEPARTMENT
Address P.O. Box 780, Templeton, CA 93465
Phone (805) 434-4911; 24-hour: CAL FIRE / County Fire: (805): 543-4242
PUBLIC SAFETY AGENCIES, State
NOT FOR PUBLIC RELEASE, AS SOME NUMBERS ARE NOT PUBLIC NUMBERS!
Prior to releasing FAX numbers to unrelated agencies, businesses, or the public, please contact affected
agency for permission.
Name ATASCADERO STATE HOSPITAL FIRE
Address P.O. Box 7001, Atascadero, CA 93423-7001
Phone (805) 468-2501; 24-hour: same.
FAX (805) 468-2011
Name ATASCADERO STATE HOSPITAL POLICE
Address P.O. Box 7001, Atascadero, CA 93423
Phone (805) 468-2366; 24-hour: same.
FAX Dispatch: (805) 468-2839; Watch Commander: (805) 468-3403
Name CAL FIRE / COUNTY FIRE
Address 635 North Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Phone (805) 543-4244; Fire Prevention: (805) 543-2446; Burn Day Info: (800) 834-2876; 24-hour: (805) 543-4242
FAX (805) 543-6909
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Name CALIFORNIA CONSERVATION CORP
Address P.O. Box 1380, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406
Phone (805) 549-3561
FAX (805) 549-5383
Name CALIFORNIA (DEPT. OF) FISH AND GAME
Address 20 Lower Ragsdale Drive, Suite 100, Monterey, CA 93940
Phone (831) 649-2870 (business hours)
FAX (831) 649-2894
Notes For in progress violations or emergencies, contact (888) DFG-CALTIP.
Injured Birds: Call Pacific Wildlife Care (not DF&G) at (805) 543-9453.
Name CALIFORNIA (STATE) FIRE MARSHAL
Phone Contact CAL FIRE/County Fire at (805) 543-4244; 24-hour: (805) 543- 4242
Name CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL
Address 675 California Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 593-3300; 24-hour and Dispatch: (805) 593-3344
FAX (805) 593-3369
Name CALIFORNIA MEN'S COLONY
Address P.O. Box 8101, San Luis Obispo, CA 93409
Phone (805) 547-7849; 24-hour: (805) 547-7900
FAX (805) 547-7504
Name Cal OES, Southern Region
Address 4671 Liberty Avenue, Los Alamitos, CA 90720-5158
Phone (562) 795-2900. 24-hour, Sacramento Warning Center: (800) 852-7550 or (916) 845-8911
FAX Southern Region FAX: (562) 795-2877; Warning Center FAX: (916) 845- 8901
Name CALIFORNIA (DEPT. OF) PARKS AND RECREATION
Address 750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452-9740
Phone (805) 927-2065; 24-hour: (805) 927-2068 (Dispatch)
FAX (805) 927-2046
Name CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY POLICE
Address San Luis Obispo, CA 93407
Phone (805) 756-2281; 24-hours: same.
FAX (805) 756-5051
Name CAMP ROBERTS Station #1, Emergency Services/ Military Dept.
Address Building 4050, Camp Roberts, CA 93451-5000
Phone (805) 238-8220; 24-hour: same.
FAX Communications Room: (805) 238-8079
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PUBLIC SAFETY AGENCIES, Federal
NOT FOR PUBLIC RELEASE, AS SOME NUMBERS ARE NOT PUBLIC NUMBERS!
Prior to releasing FAX numbers to unrelated agencies, businesses, or the public, please contact affected
agency for permission
Name BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT
Address 3801 Pegasus Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308-6837
Phone (661) 391-6110; 24-hour: (559) 781-5780
FAX (559) 781-3320
Name COAST GUARD
Address P.O. Box 1319, Morro Bay, CA 93443-1319
Phone (805)772-2167; 24 -hour: LA/Long Beach - (562) 980-4444; Emergency -
800- 221- 8724
FAX (562) 980-4428
Name FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
Address 4914 Wing Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone (805) 238-0102; 24 hr. national number: (866) 835-5422
FAX FAX: 238-7446
Name FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Address 11000 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 1700, FOB, Los Angeles, CA 90024-3672
Phone 24-hour: (310) 477-6565
Name FOREST SERVICE
Address 1616 North Carlotti Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Phone (805) 925-9538
FAX (805) 961-5781
Name NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE
Address 520 N. Elevar Street, Oxnard, CA 93030
Phone (805) 988-6615 / 6610 / 6619
FAX (805) 988-6613
PUBLIC WORKS AGENCIES
Name CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
Address Engineering: 208 E. Branch Street; Maintenance: 1375 Ash Street; Arroyo
Grande, CA 93420
Phone Engineering: (805) 473-5440; Maintenance: (805) 473-5460; 24-hour Emergency: (805) 473-5100
Web URL www.arroyogrande.org
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Name CITY OF ATASCADERO
Address 6907 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone Administration: (805) 461-5000; Engineering: (805) 470-3486; Streets: (805) 470-3144; 24-hour: (805) 461-5051 (Dispatch)
Web URL www.atascadero.org
Name CITY OF GROVER BEACH
Address 154 South 8th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433
Phone (805) 473-4567; 24-hour: (805) 473-4511 (Dispatch)
Web URL www.grover.org
Name CITY OF MORRO BAY
Address 595 Harbor, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Phone (805) 772-6200; 24-hour: (805) 772-6225
Web URL www.morro-bay.ca.us
Name CITY OF PASO ROBLES
Address 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone (805) 237-3861, Public Works; 24-hour: (805) 237-6464 (Police)
Web URL www.prcity.com
Name CITY OF PISMO BEACH
Address 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Phone (805) 773-4656; 24-hour: (805) 773-2208 (Police)
Web URL www.pismobeach.org
Name CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
Address 919 Palm, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 781-7200; 24-hour: (805) 781-7312 (Police)
Web URL www.slocity.org
Name COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
Address County Gov’t Center, Public Works, Room 207, San Luis Obispo, CA
93408
Phone (805) 781-5252; 24-hour: (805) 781-4550 (Sheriff Dispatch)
Web URL www.slocounty.ca.gov
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PUMPS
Pumps may also be available from public works agencies, fire departments, contractors and some rental
companies (see Construction Equipment, rental).
Name CAL POLY, FACILITIES SERVICES
Address San Luis Obispo, CA 93407
Phone Plant Operations: (805) 756-2321;
Electric Shop: (805) 756-5233;
Farm Shop: (805) 756-6440
Plumbing Shop: (805) 756-5236
24-hour: (805) 756-2127 (Power Plant)
Information Electric shop has 4 small portable generators (250kw, 150kw, (2) 25kw)
Farm shop has large trailer mounted diesel pump with 1000 gpm capacity Plumbing shop has (4)- ½ in pumps and other trash/groundwater pumps
Name CALIFORNIA MEN’S COLONY
Address P.O. Box 8101, San Luis Obispo, CA 93409
Phone (805) 547-7900, ext. 7984; 24-hour (805) 547-7601, Scott Buffaloe, Plant Operations
Information CMC Plant Operations has two small 5 horsepower pumps - has large
pump for sewer or potable water pump bypass.
Name PORT SAN LUIS HARBOR PATROL
Address P.O. Box 249 (3950 Avila Beach Drive), Avila Beach, CA 93424
Phone (805) 595-5400; 24-hr. VHF radio 16 or 12
Information Port San Luis has two gas driven pumps and two small bilge pumps,
however the pumps are for harbor area use only and must be used by
Harbor Patrol craft only.
Name FIVE CITIES FIRE AUTHORITY
Address 140 Traffic Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Phone (805) 473-5490
FAX (805) 489-0348
Web URL www.fivecitiesfireauthority.org
Information Mass Casualty trailer with BLS supplies for up to 100 people
Name COUNTY SEARCH AND RESCUE
Phone Request through Sheriff Dept. (805) 781-4550
FAX
Web URL
Information Mass Casualty unit with BLS supplies for about 25 people.
Name COUNTY FIRE
Address Rescue 21, based at SLO airport
Phone Request through ECC, 24 hour emergency (805)543-4242
FAX
Web URL
Information Heavy rescue unit with BLS supplies.
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RAILROAD
See Transportation, Railroad.
SAND AND GRAVEL
Name CALPORTLAND PRODUCTS
Address Central Coast Division office: 1625 East Donovan Road, Santa Maria, CA
93454
Phone (805) 357-2808 (central dispatch for all locations);
Central Coast Division office: (805) 922-3551 Doug Adams, Transportation Mgr.: (805) 896-3220
Web URL www.calportland.com
Information Has five ready-mix plants (Solvang, Lompoc, Santa Maria, San Luis
Obispo, and Paso Robles) and sell aggregates, asphalt, and ready mix.
Transportation includes bottom hoppers, transfer trucks, cement tanks.
Name HANSON AGGREGATES
Addresses 131 Suburban Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401; Concrete Dispatch:
/ Phones (805) 543-8100
180 Atascadero Rd., Morro Bay, CA 93442; (805) 772-2777
2484 Ramada Dr., Paso Robles, CA 93446; (805) 239-9300
Main Office (805) 457-1752
Web URL www.lehighhanson.com
Name KRITZ TRUCKING
Address 415 Volpi Ysabel, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone (805) 239-2686; 24-hour: same.
Web URL www.kritztrucking.com
E-mail kritztrucking@gmail.com
Information Has lots of equipment including loaders, dump trucks, tractors, plus fill dirt.
Name MIER BROTHERS LANDSCAPE
Address 1049 El Camino Real, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Phone (805) 473-2014; FAX: (805) 473-2404
Information Have transfer trucks and tractors
Name NEGRANTI CONSTRUCTION
Address 1424 Old Creek Road (P.O. Box 198), Cayucos, CA 93430
Phone (805) 995-3357; FAX: 995-3281 24-hour: (805) 995-2011, Jon Negranti
E-mail negranti.construction@gmail.com
Information Have dozer tenders, excavators, water/dump trucks available
Name SCHLEGELS SAND & GRAVEL
Address 4105 Templeton Road, Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone (805) 461-7878
Information Have transfer trucks
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Name VIBORG SAND AND GRAVEL INC.
Address 607 Crestion Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone (805) 238-4368; FAX: (805) 238-2386 24hr: Paul Viborg (805) 674-9732 (cell) or (805) 434-2890(hm)
Web URL www.viborgsand.com
E-mail viborg@viborg.com
Information Rollers, compactors, crack sealer machine. Also has trucks available at
the quarries for transport
SANDBAGS
A number of local fire departments/districts and city and county public works/engineering departments
have sandbags in stock for use in their jurisdiction only. In an emergency situation, contact may be made
with some of these departments to see if they have any stock available for sale or use outside of their
jurisdictions. Stockpiles vary from agency to agency.
SANDBAGS, Retail Sources
Name FARM SUPPLY
Addresses 224 Tank Farm Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401; (805) 543-3751;
/ Phones 24-Hour: Jim Brabeck (President and CEO) Home: (805) 528-0514
Cell: (805)441-6321
1079 El Camino Real, Arroyo Grande, CA; (805) 489-5514
24-Hour: Dave Perozzi (manager) (805) 440-0499
2450 Ramada Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446; (805) 238-1177
24-Hour: Noel Ryan, Manager (805) 238-3401
1920 N. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA; (805) 922-2737
24-Hr.: Rhonda Porter, Manager (805) 698-6245C or (805)934-
1633H
700 McMurray Rd, Buellton, CA 93727; (805) 688-8101
24-Hour: Stephen Watson, Manager (805) 238-4299
Web URL www.farmsupplycompany.com
Information Sand bags and supplies in stock
Name TEMPLETON FEED AND GRAIN
Address 405 South Main St, Templeton, CA 93465
Phone (805) 434-1136;
24-hour: Tom German Jr. Home: (805) 466-9383 Cell (805) 423-8614
Ricky German (805) 434 -2491
Information 30,000 sandbags/ burlap bags in their inventory. Also have KW truck and
trailers
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SANDBAGS, Out of County Bulk Sources
Name BARON BAG & EROSION SUPPLY
Address 1215 N. Kraemer Boulevard, Anaheim, CA 92806
Phone (714) 917-0001; (800) 562-6055; FAX: (714) 917-0020
24-hour: Larry Deman (323) 428-3100 cell; (714) 821-5388 home,
Nancy Evens (562) 713-1022
Web URL www.sacbag.com
Information Baron has 40,000 to 1,000,000 bags available (burlap and polypropylene)
Capable of delivering orders of $10,000+ Can source more from their 2
other California locations (Sacramento Bag Manufacturing Company /
Acme Bag Co, Inc. – Chula Vista)
Name PACIFIC PACKAGING INDUSTRIES
Address 7719 NE 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97211
Phone (971) 271-7456 FAX: (971) 271-7458 24-Hour: Aaron Bond (971) 570-0128 cell
Web URL pac-packaging.com
E-mail aaron@pac-packaging.com
Information Carry packing and shipping supplies including sand bags, 3-layer bags,
and bulk packing products
Name SACRAMENTO BAG MANUFACTURING CO. / ACME BAG CO., INC.
Address 440 N. Pioneer Avenue, Ste 300, Woodland, CA 95776
1031 Bay Boulevard, Suite J, Chula Vista CA 91911
Phone Sacramento: 1-800-287-2247; FAX: (530) 662-6381
Chula Vista: (619) 429-9800; FAX: (619) 429-0969
24-Hour contact: Tony Panelli (Account Manager): (661) 213-6315 work
cell, (661) 589-5260 office, (661) 809-6186 personal cell
Affiliated with Baron Bag & Erosion Supply
Web URL www.sacbag.com
Name SADDLEBACK SANDBAGS
Address 6090 Etiwanda Avenue, Mira Loma, CA 91752
Phone (800) 286-7263, (951) 727-9547 FAX: (951) 727-9546
E-mail saddlebackco@gmail.com
Web URL www.esandbags.com
Information Carry empty bags only
Name SOUTHWEST BAG CO.
Address 1380 East 6th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Phone (213) 622-6108
24 Hour: Allen Spiwack, Home: (310) 838-4970 Cell: (310) 291-9041
Office: (213) 622-8083 Allen or Aaron
Web URL www.southwesternbag.com
E-mail southwesternbagco@gmail.com
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Name THE BAG LADY INC.
Address 11124 Valley Avenue E, Puyallup, WA 98372
Phone (253) 770-8606, FAX: (253) 435-9153 24hr: Morris Malone, Owner: (253) 365-9819
Web URL www.bagladyinc.net
E-mail tblmorris@gmail.com
Information Have Megga Bagger (able to fill 1600-2400 bags per hour) and offer full
erosion control services
SCHOOLS AND SCHOOL DISTRICTS
Name ATASCADERO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 5601 West Mall, Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone (805) 462-4200; FAX: (805) 462-4421
Superintendent: Deborah Bowers (805) 462-4217
E-MAIL: debroahbowers@atasusd.org
Web URL www.atasusd.org
Name CAYUCOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 301 Cayucos Drive, Cayucos, CA 93430
Phone (805) 995-3694; FAX: (805) 995-2876
Superintendent: Anne Hubbard
E-MAIL: ahubbard@cayucosschool.org
Web URL www.cesd-ca.schoolloop.com
Name COAST UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 1350 Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428
Phone (805) 927-3880; FAX: (805) 927-3880
Superintendent: Vicki Schumacher (805) 927-6121
E-MAIL: vschumacher@coastusd.org
Web URL www.coastusd.org
Name LUCIA MAR UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 602 Orchard Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Phone (805) 474-3000 FAX: (805) 481-1398
Superintendent: Jim Hogeboom
E-MAIL: jhogeboom@lmusd.org
Web URL www.luciamar.k12.ca.us
Name PASO ROBLES JOINT UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 800 Niblick Road, Paso Robles, CA 93447
Phone (805) 769-1000; FAX; (805) 237- 3339
Superintendent: Chris Williams
E-MAIL: cpwilliams@pasoschools.org
Web URL www.pasoschools.org
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Name PLEASANT VALLEY JOINT UNION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 2025 Ranchita Canyon Road, San Miguel, CA 93451
Phone (805) 467-3453; FAX: (805) 467-2306
Superintendent: Gil Campos
E-MAIL: gcampos@plesant-valley-school.org
Web URL www.pleasant-valley-school.org
Name SAN LUIS COASTAL UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 1500 Lizzie Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3062
Phone (805) 549-1200
Superintendent: Eric Prater (805) 549-1202
E-MAIL: EPrater@slcusd.org
Web URL www.slcusd.org
Name SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION
Address 3350 Education Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Phone (805) 543-7732
Superintendent: Dr. James J Brescia (805) 782-7201
E-MAIL: jbrescia@slocoe.org
Director of Op Svs David Keil (805) 782-7257
Web URL www.slocoe.org
Information If possible contact Dave Keil first at 782-7257. (FAX: 544-5174)
Name SAN MIGUEL JOINT UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 1601 “L” Street, San Miguel, CA 93451
Phone (805) 467-3216; FAX: (805) 467-3410
Interim Superintendent: Curt Dubost (805) 467-3216 ex. 204
E-MAIL: cdubost@sanmiguelschools.org
Web URL www.sanmiguelschools.org/
Name SHANDON JOINT UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 79 (101 So. 1st Street), Shandon, CA 93461
Phone (805) 238-0286; FAX: (805) 283-0777
Superintendent: Teresa Taylor (805) 238-0286
E-MAIL: ttaylor@shandonschools.org
Web URL www.shandonschools.org
Name TEMPLETON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 960 Old Country Road, Templeton, CA 93465
Phone (805) 434-5800; FAX: (805) 434-5879
Superintendent: Joe Koski (805) 434-5805
E-MAIL: jkoski@tempeltonusd.org
Web URL tusd.ca.schoolloop.comrr
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SEARCH AND RESCUE
Contact Sheriff’s Watch Commander, 781-4453 or 781-4550.
SECURITY GUARD COMPANIES, Private
Name BOMAR SECURITY AND INVESTIGATIONS
Address 4251 S Higuera Street, Suite M, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
222 W. Carmen Lane, #204, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Phone San Luis Obispo: Phone: (805) 544-0185, FAX: (805) 528-0982
Santa Maria: (805) 928-5222, Toll Free: 1(800) 594-6006,
FAX: (805) 928-1114
Web URL www.bomarsi.com
E-mail info@bomarsi.com
Information Per website, offers uniformed security, mobile patrol, verification
surveillance, technical services, and investigations.
Name CENTURION PRIVATE SECURITY
Address 895 Napa Avenue, Suite A-2, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Phone (805) 464-9640, FAX: (805) 772-5364
Web URL www.centurionprivatesecurity.com
E-mail contact@centurionprivatesecurity.com
Information Per website they offer uniformed patrol services, vehicle patrol services,
site security, parking enforcement and fire watch.
Name FIVE CITIES SECURITY AND INVESTIGATIONS
Address 11549 Los Osos Valley Road, Suite 204, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Phone (805) 543-1049; FAX: (805) 543-1810
24hr On Duty Cells: (805) 235-7886 or (805) 235-7885
Owner Vicki Rush also available: (805) 471-0414
Web URL www.fivecitiessecurity.com
E-mail fivecitiessecurity@hotmail.com
Information Per website has over 25 security guards on staff, provides uniformed
patrol and guard services.
Name SAN LUIS SECURITY, INC.
Address P.O. Box 2620, Atascadero, CA 93423-2620
Phone (805) 466-8016, FAX: (805) 466-0788
Web URL www.sanluissecurity.com
E-mail kdahlen805@charter.net
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SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS FILL STATIONS
For fill station locations, contact CAL FIRE / County Fire at (805) 543-4244, business hours; (805)
543-4242 (after hours).
SHOWERS, Portable
Name A-1 WATER
Address 567 Carlo Drive, Goleta, CA 93117 Mailing: P.O. Box 1552, Goleta, CA 93116-1552
Phone (805) 685-5000, FAX: (805) 683-2361
24-hour: Dale Elevatorski, owner (805) 680-0372 cell or
Kat Donlan (805) 705-0129
Web URL www.a1water.net
E-mail dale@a1water.net
Information Have Mobile shower trailers (4,6,10, 12, 16, 18, or 22 stall configurations)
with sinks, Men/Women, Self-contained with generators and water heating
systems
Also listed under Food, Field Kitchens; Food and Beverages; Water;
Laundry
Name AAA MOBILE SHOWERS
Address P.O. Box 1774, Diamond Springs, CA 95619
2000 Camp Nauvoo Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 (equipment yard/storage)
Phone (800) 655-8452; FAX: (530) 344-7875 24-hour: (800) 537-1578
Web URL www.aaamobileshowers.com
E-mail aaa@calweb.com
Information Mobile shower units, mobile on-site laundry units, potable water trucks,
gray water trucks, water tenders, hand wash units, tents and canopies,
generator and light towers. Affiliated with Bagg’s Food Service. Also listed under Laundry.
Name ACTION SANITARY, INC.
Address PO Box 492 / 12018 Spruce Grove Road, Lower Lake, CA 95457
Phone 24hr: (707) 994-5068; FAX: (707) 994-1647; Jerry Campo, cell (707) 350-5317, (707) 994-9741 home
E-mail jerrycampo@actionsanitaryinc.com
Name BEN PORTA SHOWERS
Address PO Box 1198 (720 Colusa Highway), Gridley, CA 95948
Phone (530) 846-4110; (530) 534-1752; (800) 767-8276; FAX: (530) 846-4827
Web URL www.benportashowers.com
E-mail tomcasey@benportashowers.com
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Name CENTRAL COAST INDUSTRIES
Address P.O. Box 2417 (2122 Hutton Road), Nipomo, CA 93444
Phone (805) 349-9980; (800) 633-6966; FAX: (805) 349-0471
24-hour: Brian Touey, (805) 896-3777; Shann on Touey (805) 896-7343
Or Veronica, (805) 896-4038
E-mail brian@ccirentals.com or Shannon@ccirentals.com
Web URL www.ccirentals.com
Information Portable toilets, showers, sinks, water truck, water services. Also listed
under, Food, Water; and Toilets, Portable. and Water
Name EL DORADO WATER AND SHOWER SERVICES, INC.
Address Po Box 944 (582 Mother Lode Drive) Placerville, CA 95667
Phone (888) 622-8995; FAX: (530) 622-0153; Rodger (530) 622-1067 During
office hours, 24-hour: (530) 622-8995
Web URL www.eldoradowaterandshower.com
E-mail eldorwater@comcast.net
Information Mobile showers, hand wash stations, mobile laundries, mobile kitchen
support, gray water trucks, potable water trucks tents and incident base
camp packages. Also listed in Laundry and Food, Field Kitchens.
Name FIRE EXPEDITORS
Address 638 North Eckhoff, Orange, CA 92868
Phone (800) 255-3119, FAX: (714) 388-3980
24hrs: Dave Brown: (714) 392-6580
Web URL www.expeditorsfire.com
E-mail info@expeditorsfire.com
Information Also listed under Generators, Laundry, Showers, Tents, and Vehicles -
Buses
Name REZEK EQUIPMENT
Address 970 Reece St., San Bernardino, CA 92411
Phone (800) 739-3979 FAX: (800) 739-3920
24 hr.: (909) 888-3008; Cell: (951) 236-6444 (Ron)
Web URL www.rezekequipment.com
E-mail rrr@ronrezek.com
Information Rezek has communication trailers, command trailers. (They also have a
large variety of other equipment, such lighting and generators, and semi-
trucks set up as field kitchens, capable of serving 3000 meals. Adding
Portable sink and shower unit trailers to their fleet.)
Also under: Communications, Radio; Food, Field Kitchen
TENTS AND PARTY RENTALS
Name GOT YOU COVER’D
Address 211 Tank Farm Road, San Luis Obispo, CA
Phone (805) 541-8368
Web URL gycrentals.com
E-mail info@gycrentals.com
Information Tent, Table, Chair rental.
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Name BROOKSTONE EMERGENCY SERVICES
Address 41615 Reagan Way, Murrieta, CA 92562
Phone (951) 600-1834; 24-hour dispatch (800) 232-2575; FAX (951) 461-3470
Web URL www.brookstoneesd.com
Information Has generators, heaters, portable toilets, tents, potable water, etc. Listed
under Generators, Tents, and Toilets also.
Name FIRE EXPEDITORS
Address 638 North Eckhoff, Orange, CA 92868
Phone (800) 255-3119, FAX: (714) 388-3980 24hrs: Dave Brown: (714) 392-6580
Web URL www.expeditorsfire.com
E-mail info@expeditorsfire.com
Information Also listed under Generators, Laundry, Showers, Tents, and Vehicles -
Buses
TOILETS, PORTABLE
Name AMERICAN MARBORG SANITATION
Address 2727 Concrete Court, Paso Robles, Ca 93446 P.O. Box 2978, Atascadero, CA 93423
Phone 24hrs: (805) 239-2007 or (800) 422-0229; FAX: (805) 226-9948
E-mail brbetty@marborg.com
Information Also provides temporary fencing.
Name BROOKSTONE EMERGENCY SERVICES
Address 41615 Reagan Way, Murrieta, CA 92562
Phone (951) 600-1834; 24-hour dispatch (800) 232-2575; FAX (951) 461-3470
Web URL www.brookstoneesd.com
Information Has generators, heaters, portable toilets, tents, potable water, etc. Listed
under Generators, Tents, and Toilets also.
Name CENTRAL COAST INDUSTRIES
Address P.O. Box 2417 (2122 Hutton Road), Nipomo, CA 93444
Phone (805) 349-9980; (800) 633-6966; FAX: (805) 349-0471
24-hour: Brian Touey, (805) 896-3777; Shannon Touey (805) 896-7343
Or Veronica, (805) 896-4038
E-mail brian@ccirentals.com or shannon@ccirentals.com
Web URL www.ccirentals.com
Information Portable toilets, showers, sinks, water truck, water services. Also listed
under, Food, Water, Showers, Portable; and Water
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Name FENCE FACTORY RENTALS
Address 2650 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone (805) 462-1362, FAX: (805) 462-1367 24hr: (805) 895-3150 – Jerry (Manager)
E-mail isilva@fencefactoryrentals.com
Web URL www.fencefactoryrentals.com
Information Also provides temporary fencing and portable sinks.
Name HARVEY'S HONEYHUTS
Address 465 Norfolk St., Cambria, CA 93428 P.O. Box 805, Cambria, CA 93428
Phone (805) 927-8554 or (800) 222-4887; FAX:(805) 927-4455;
24hr: (805) 909-9528- Owner Jennifer Smith or Cell (805) 540 1488
Manager Sergio Mendoza
E-mail honeyhuts@gmail.com
Web URL www.honeyhuts.com
Name J.W. ENTERPRISES
Address 1689 Morse Avenue, Ventura, CA 93003
Phone (800) 350-3331; FAX: (805) 658-0638
Web URL www.jwenterprises.com
Information Portable sanitation and temporary power (needs City Permit), serving CA
coast from SF to LA.
Name PORTABLE JOHNS INC.
Address 547-H. W. Bettravia Road, Suite H, Santa Maria, CA 93455
Phone (800) 640-6488, (805) 928-6488; FAX (805) 928-7347
Web URL www.portablejohns.net
E-mail portjohns@hotmail.com
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TOOLS, Other Sources
Name GRAINGER INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY
Address Nearest branch: 101 S. Rice Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93030
Phone (805) 201-3800; FAX: (805) 201-3804 Corp. Customer Care: (800) 755-2021
Web URL www.grainger.com
Information Grainger is also listed under “GENERATORS and TOOLS, Other
Sources.” Grainger has construction equipment, generators, pumps, and tools.
Name NOBLE OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT
Address 2935 South Higuera, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
2280 S. Meredith, Santa Maria, CA 93455
Phone San Luis Obispo: (805) 541-6090; FAX: (805) 541-3784
Santa Maria: (805) 349-1300; FAX: (805) 349-1334
24-hour, Tim Peterson: (805) 544- 8458 or (805) 440-9900
Web URL www.noblesaw.com
E-mail tim@noblesaw.com
Information Noble is also listed under “CHAINSAWS and CONSTRUCTION
EQUIPMENT, Rental.” Chainsaws, generators and water pumps.
TOW SERVICES, CHP SLO area
Name CITY MOTORS TOWING
Address 512 So. Oakley Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Phone (805) 922-8787, FAX: (805) 928-7187
E-mail kevin@citymotorstowing.com
Web URL www.citymotorstowing.com
Name CENTRAL COAST TOWING
Address 2160 Nipomo Street, Oceano, CA 93445
Phone (805) 489-6096, FAX: 805 489-6036
Web URL Centralcoasttowing.com
E-mail centralcoasttow@charter.net
Information General towing and recovery
Name CHUCK’S TOWING
Address 483 Quintana Road Morro Bay, CA 93442
Phone (805) 772-4641, FAX: (805) 772-2585 2ndary: (805) 772-4089
E-mail mail@chuckstowinginc.com
Name COLLEGE TOWING
Address 1701 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
94 Atlantic City Avenue, Grover Beach, CA 93433
Phone San Luis Obispo: (805) 544-3560, FAX: (805) 546-0802 Grover Beach: (805) 489-8600, FAX: (805) 489-8687
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E-mail collegetowing@hotmail.com
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Name FOUR CORNERS TOWING
Address 909 S. 4th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433
519 S. Oakley, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Phone Grover Beach: (805) 489-7116, FAX: (805) 489-3910 Santa Maria: (805) 922-6707, FAX: (805) 925-0656
Web URL www.fourcornerstowing1.com
E-mail fourcornerstowing323@yahoo.com
Information Able for commercial towing
Name JOHN BOY’S TOWING
Address 2121 Nipomo Street, Oceano, CA 93445 (Mailing: 2091 21st Street)
750 Humbert Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 1850 Ramada Dr., Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone Oceano: (805) 474-4357, FAX: (805) 481-8938
San Luis Obispo: (805) 543-4357, FAX: (805) 543-4006 Paso Robles: (805) 239-8698, FAX: (805) 481-8699
Web URL www.johnboystowing.com
E-mail balindacoulter@sbcglobal.net
Information Recovery tows, general towing and large equipment hauling.
Name KAUTZ TOWING
Address 985 South 4th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433
Phone (805) 489-2336, FAX: (805) 489-1002
Information Off Road towing.
Name MARTIN’S TOWING
Address 723 Woodbridge Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(Mailing: P.O. Box 3521)
Phone (805) 543-1167, FAX: (805) 543-1311
E-mail Martins247@charter.net
Information General towing only. (Light/Medium Duty)
Name SLO TOW
Address 34 South Street, San Luis Obispo, CA. 93401
Phone (805) 543-1919, FAX: (805) 781-3948
E-mail sidstark2005@yahoo.com
TOW SERVICES, CHP Templeton area
Name ALLIANCE TOWING
Address 1148 Paso Robles Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone 24-hour: (805) 226-9099, FAX: (805) 226-0833
E-mail allianceliens@yahoo.com
Information Evidence and CHP patrol car tow. Recovering towing.(Light Duty)
Name ALWAYS TOWING AND RECOVERY
Address 445 Espinosa Road, Salinas, CA 93907
Phone (831) 424-8698, FAX: (831) 444-9139
E-mail alwaystowinginc@yahoo.com
Information Recovery and towing. (Light/Medium/Heavy)
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Name CAMBRIA TOWING
Address 4363 Bridge Street, Cambria, CA 93428
Phone 24-hour: (805) 927-4357, FAX: (805) 927-0050
E-Mail rnjadams@sbcglobal.net
Information Recovery and general towing.(Light and Medium Duty)
Name C & D TOWING
Address 3030 Ramada Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446
5455 Traffic Way, Suite C, Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone 24-hour: (805) 239-2850, FAX: (805) 239-2895
E-mail cdtowing@wildblue.net
Information General towing (Light and Medium)
Name FOUR CORNERS TOWING
Address 909 S. 4th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433
519 S. Oakley, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Phone Grover Beach: (805) 489-7116, FAX: (805) 489-3910 Santa Maria: (805) 922-6707, FAX: (805) 925-0656
Web URL www.fourcornerstowing1.com
E-mail fourcornerstowing323@yahoo.com
Information Able for commercial towing
Name GOLDEN EMPIRE TOWING
Address 1915 S. Union Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307
Phone 24-hour: (661) 834-8697; FAX: (661) 834-4591 Owner’s Cell: (661) 201-9192 – Wayne Dotson
Web URL www.goldenempiretow.com
E-Mail wdotson@goldenempiretow.com
Information Recovery. Able for heavy duty (buses)
Name JOHN BOY’S TOWING
Address 2121 Nipomo Street, Oceano, CA 93445 (Mailing: 2091 21st Street)
750 Humbert Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 1850 Ramada Dr., Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone Oceano: (805) 474-4357, FAX: (805) 481-8938
San Luis Obispo: (805) 543-4357, FAX: (805) 543-4006
Paso Robles: (805) 239-8698, FAX: (805) 481-8699
Web URL www.johnboystowing.com
E-mail balindacoulter@sbcglobal.net
Information Recovery tows, general towing and large equipment hauling.
Name PETE JOHNSTON TOWING
Address 2485 Theatre Drive, Paso Robles, CA. 93446
(Mailing: P.O. Box 607, PR, 93447)
Phone (805) 238-1535, FAX: (805) 239-1795
Web URL www.petejohnstontowing.com
E-mail Towing@PeteJohnstonTowing.com
Information Recovery and general towing.
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Name PRO TOW
Address 6931-A Sycamore Road, Atascadero, CA 93422 (Mailing: P.O. Box 1321)
Phone (805) 462-8080, FAX: (805) 462-8181
Web URL www.towingforyou.com
E-mail protow@towingforyou.com
Information Recovery, general towing and equipment transport up to 10,000lbs.
Name WEST COAST AUTO & TOWING
Address 8365 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone 24-hour: (805) 466-1070 Office(805) 466-8228, FAX: (805) 466-9861
Web URL westcoastautoandtowing.com
E-mail rjamborn@aol.com
Information Owner: Ryan Amborn Big rig tows, recovery and general towing.
TRAFFIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT
See also “CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT, Rentals” as rental companies may also carry cones,
lights/beacons, arrow boards, barricades, etc.
See also “Public Works Departments.”
Name ALERT-O-LITE
Address 2379 South G Street, Fresno, CA 93721
2020 Winery Ave., Fresno, CA 93703
Phone G St: (559) 486-4570; FAX: (559) 486-1789;
Winery Ave: (559) 453-2470; FAX: 454-5861
24-hour: (800) 233-3652, advise answering service that it is an emergency
Web URL www.alertolite.com
E-mail service@alertolite.com
Information Carry variety of traffic control supplies and equipment
Name STATEWIDE SAFETY & SIGNS INC.
Address 522 Lindon Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444
Phone (805) 929-5070; FAX: (805) 929-5786; 24-hour (800) 559-7080
Web URL www.statewidesafety.com
Information Statewide has traffic signs, stop signs, street signs, and intersection signs.
Name UNITED RENTAL
Address 635 Tank Farm Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 543-7297; 24-hour: same, or (805) 431-0322, Tim Haveman; (805)
431-0440, Matthew Tackett
Web URL www.ur.com or www.unitedrentals.com
Information United Rentals has traffic signs, cones, barricades, barriers, arrow boards,
and light towers.
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TRANSPORTATION
Name BULK TRANSPORTATION
Address 415 Lemon Avenue, Walnut, CA 91789 (Mailing: P.O. Box 390)
3032 S. El Dorado Street, Stockton, CA 95206 (Mailing: P.O. Box 6068)
16350 Beaver Rd, Adelanto, CA 92301
Phone Walnut Creek: (909) 594-2855, FAX: (909) 595-9983
24-hour:
Stockton: (209) 466 -0481; FAX (209) 465-8060
Adelanto: (760) 843-0774; FAX(760) 843-0775
Web URL www.bulk-dti.com
E-mail walnutdispatch@bulk-dti.com
TRANSPORTATION, RAILROAD
Name UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD
Address 13th Street, St. Louis, MO. 1400 Douglas Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68179
Phone (888) 870-8777; FAX: (402) 501-0634
24-hour emergency: (888) 877-2567, option 2 emergency line;
(800) 892-1283 (Risk Mgmt.)
For Media: Public Relations, Francisco Castillo (916) 789-6019 – Office or
(916) 200-6246 – Cell
Web URL www.uprr.com
UTILITIES, Pipelines
Name CHEVRON USA, INC. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Address Pipeline: Estero Bay thru Shandon and Cholame, CA.
4000 Hwy 1, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Phone (805) 772-2611; FAX: (805) 772-0895 24-hour/emergencies only: (800) 762-3404 or (805) 547-5440
Name NAS LEMOORE FUEL PIPELINE
Address Pipeline: Estero Bay to Lemoore, CA
Phone EOC (Business hours only) (559) 998-2955
24-hour: Emerg. Mgmt. Officer: (559) 998-1193
Command Duty Officer: (559) 707-0001
(559) 469-3131(cell) - Rainer Streib, Emergency Manager
(Also radio communications with Kings County Sheriff's Department)
Information Pipeline abandoned - purged, but nitrogen pressure is on. CODE: OOK.
Name SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS
Address P.O. Box 6466, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Phone District Manager: (805) 781-2424
24-hour: For any area emergencies involving Southern California Gas call:
(800) 427-4200
Web URL www.socalgas.com
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Name PHILLIPS 66/ CONOCO CORPORATION REFINERY
Address 2555 Willow Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Phone 24hrs: (805) 489-4050, ext. 3214 or 343-1776 ext. 3214 Operations Area
Shift Supervisor on duty
Name STATE FIRE MARSHAL
Address Call OES Warning Center
Phone (916) 845-8911
Information SFM oversees pipelines.
Name UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT
Phone (800) 642-2444
Information Alerts responsible companies for pipeline leaks or ruptures only. Call
before you dig: 2 day notice!
UTILITIES, Public
Name PG&E, SAN LUIS OBISPO ELECTRICAL CONTROL CENTER
Phone (805) 546-1211 / 1200 (unlisted numbers for public safety agencies use
only, do not release to the public); 24-hour emergency / customer service: (800) 743-5000
Information 24-hour countywide power transmission info
Name SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS
Address P.O. Box 6466, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Phone District Manager: (805) 781-2424
24-hour: For any area emergencies involving Southern California Gas call:
(800) 325-4070; (800) 427-4200 for leaks
Web URL www.socalgas.com
Name AT&T
Address 196 Suburban Road (P.O. Box 8111), San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8111
Phone Network Operations Center: (800) 662-0266
Emergency Control Center: (916) 977-7777
Central Control Office /Network Reliability Center: (916) 977-7582,
Repair Service (Emergency Response Agencies Only):
(800) 332-1321, (800) 275-0014; (800) 310-2355
Engineering: Neil Zakaria: (W) (805) 546-7012; (C) (805) 704-3813
Engineering Supervisor: David Whitehead (805) 546-7389
Web URL www.att.com
Information AT&T has installed a special phone line/number at the EOC to coordinate
and expedite ordering of emergency phones and phone lines by all
agencies and jurisdictions in times of emergency. This number is
operational when the County EOC is activated (and staffed by AT&T).
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UTILITIES, Sewer
Name COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO PUBLIC WORKS
Address County Gov’t Center, Public Works, Room 206, San Luis Obispo, CA
93408
Phone (805) 781-5252
Name CAMBRIA COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 65 (1316 Tamson Drive), #201 Cambria, CA 93428
Phone (805) 927-6223; Fire District: (805) 927-6240
Name CAYUCOS SANITARY DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 333, Cayucos, CA 93430-0333
Phone (805) 995-3290
Name NIPOMO COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 326 (148 South Wilson St.), Nipomo, CA 93444-0326
Phone (805) 929-1133 and (805) 929-1931
Name OCEANO COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 599, Oceano, CA 93475
Phone (805) 481-6730; FAX: (805) 481- 6836
Name SAN MIGUEL COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 180 (1150 Mission Street), San Miguel, CA 93451
Phone (805) 467-3834; FAX: (805) 467-9212
Name SOUTH SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 339, Oceano, CA 93445
Phone (805) 489-6666; FAX: (805) 489-2765
Name TEMPLETON COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 780, Templeton, CA 93465
Phone (805) 434-4900; FAX: (805) 434-4820
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VEHICLES
BUSES, Charter
Name FIRE EXPEDITORS
Address 638 North Eckhoff, Orange, CA 92868
Phone (800) 255-3119, FAX: (714) 388-3980 24hrs: Dave Brown: (714) 392-6580
Web URL www.expeditorsfire.com
E-mail info@expeditorsfire.com
Information Also listed under Generators, Laundry, Showers, and Tents
Name ORANGE BELT STAGES
Address P.O. Box 949, Visalia 93279
Phone Business phone (559) 733-4408; FAX: (559) 733-0538
24-hour phone 800-266-7433
Web URL www.orangebelt.com
E-mail info@orangebelt.com
Information Over Twenty (20) 47 to 55 passenger buses based in Bakersfield, Fresno,
and Visalia.
Name SILVERADO STAGES
Address 241 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo 93401
Phone SLO Office: (805) 545-8400; FAX: (805) 364-5470
24hr phone: (805) 544-7658 (Jim Galusha, owner, residence)
Web URL www.silveradostages.com
Information One (1) 56- passenger, one (1) 52- passenger, two (2) 48- passenger, and
seven (7) 47- passenger buses
BUSES, Regional and City Transit
Name SAN LUIS OBISPO REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY (SLORTA)
Address 1150 Osos St., #206, San Luis Obispo 93401;
Phone (805) 781-4472;
Admin: (805) 781-4833; Dispatch: (805) 541-2228
Executive Director, (805) 781-4465 (Office); (705) 458-8216 (Cell)
Phil Morris, Director, Service Delivery, (805) 781- 4467 Office; (805) 235-
5807 (cell).
Web URL www.slorta.org
Information The San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority (SLORTA), under the
direction of the County and cities, facilitates the movement of residents
and visitors through regional transportation and information services.
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BUSES, School
NOTE: Passenger capacity generally refers to children
Name ATASCADERO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address Billing only: 5601 West Mall, Atascadero, CA 93422 Location of buses and transportation office: 7125 Santa Lucia Ave.
Phone (805) 462-4250 – Transportation Dept.
Wendy Morin – Dispatcher: (805) 431-4224
Louise Mayhew (805) 464-9073 or Office (805) 462-4256
24-hour District emergency number: (805) 462-4200
Information Seven (7) 90-passenger; ten (10) 84-passenger, one (1) 82-passenger,
two (2) 78-passenger, nine (9) wheelchair capable buses
Name CAYUCOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 301 Cayucos Drive, Cayucos, CA 93430-3694
Phone (805) 995-3694; 24-hour: Ismael Mora (805) 459-7482 or Martin Buller (805) 458-5857
Information One (1) 79-passenger bus
Name COAST UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 2950 Santa Rosa Creek Road, Cambria, CA 93428
Phone (805) 927-3880, District Office; (805) 927-8567, Transportation Dept.; (805) 927-0312, FAX
Information One (1) 87-pass; Two (2) 84-pass; three (3) 78-pass; one (1) 62-pass; two
(2) 32-pass; one (1) 24-pass; one (1) 20-pass. Vans also in fleet: three (3)
9 pass and one (1) 6-pass
Name LUCIA MAR UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 602 Orchard Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Phone (805) 474-3100
24-hour: Transportation Coordinator Sharon; cell: (805) 431-0059, home:
(805) 929-6329
Information At least 46 buses ranging in capacity from 14 to 90,
Name PASO ROBLES PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Address 800 Niblick Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone Transportation: (805) 769-1600
Mr. Ashley Lightfoot (Dir. of Business Ops): (805) 801-2076 (district cell)
Kelly Stainbrook (Transportation Supervisor): (805) 286-5767 (dist. Cell)
Web URL http://king.prps.k12.ca.us/ssf/home/transportation.HTM
Information 35 buses in fleet: (6) 84-pass, (6) 81-pass, (4) 78-pass, (1) 67-pass, (3)
48-pass Wheelchair: (1) each of 39/36/35/34-pass, (4) 30-pass, and (7) 24-pass
Name SAN LUIS COASTAL UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 937 Southwood Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 596-4111; 24-hour: (805) 546-3607
Web URL http://www.slcusd.org/pages/district/departments/bgt
Information 39 buses ranging in capacity from approximately 20 to 90. Also 9 vans.
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Name SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION
Address 3350 Education Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Phone (805) 543-7732 24-hour: David Keil (cell) (805) 235-3236
Information Two (2) 84-passenger, one (1) 78-passenger, one (1) 62-passenger buses
Eight (8) 5 passenger vehicles vans/SUVs
Name SAN MIGUEL JOINT UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 1601 L Street, San Miguel, CA 93451
Phone (805) 467-3216; 24-hour: Janice Lynch; home: (805) 238-2470 cell: (805) 712-7966
Information Three buses: 72-seat, 84-seat, 22-seat (special needs)
Name SHANDON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 79, Shandon, CA 93461-0079
Phone (805) 239-2326 24-hour: Gil LaChance cell (05) 835-5921
Information Two (2) 80-passenger, one (1) 42-passenger, one (48)-passenger with
wheelchair capability
Name TEMPLETON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Address 960 Old County Rd., Templeton, CA 93465
Phone (805) 434-5858 24-hour: Chris Brown (805) 434-5855
Information Three (3) 84-passenger, one (1) 12-passenger and capability for two(2)
wheelchairs
VEHICLES, Car Rentals
Name BUDGET RENT-A-CAR
Address / 901-3 Airport Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401,(805) 541-2722
Phone 2800 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, (805) 541-3977
2631 Riverside Avenue, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (805) 226-9470
1730 S. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454 (805) 922-2158
3249 Terminal Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93455 (805) 922-3113
24-hr.: (800) 218-7992 – Customer Service/Reservations
Web URL www.budget.com
Name ENTERPRISE RENT A CAR
Address / 2989 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (805) 546-6270
Phone 12318 Los Osos Valley Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 (805) 545-9111
901 Airport Drive, STE 3, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (805) 595-5455
502 W. Grand Avenue, STE A, Grover Beach, CA 93433 (805) 489-6161
7434 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422 (805) 461-0871
633 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (805) 239-0628
1738 S. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454 (805) 349-9552
3249 Terminal Drive, STE 114, Santa Maria, CA 93455 (805) 352-1016
24-hr. corporate #: (800) 261-733
Web URL www.enterprise.com
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VOLUNTEER SERVICES
Name RADIO AMATEUR CIVIL EMERGENCY SERVICE(RACES)
Phone Contact County Communications at 781-5129.
For emergencies after hours, contact duty County OES Coordinator at
781-1144.
Information RACES provides excellent alternate communications services for agencies
during emergencies. RACES is an integral part of the County's
emergency response system and regularly works with CAL FIRE/County
Fire on large incidents.
Name AMERICAN RED CROSS
Address 225 Prado Road, Suite A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone 24-hour: (805) 543-0696
Web URL www.slo-redcross.org
Information The Red Cross can provide assistance to fire victims, people displaced
due to a fire or other emergency, provide a large variety of disaster
services, open and staff shelters/evacuation centers, provide incident
personnel and victims with subsistence, provide cots and bedding,
register victims, coordinate aid distribution and a variety of other numerous
duties.
Name ATASCADERO LOAVES & FISHES
Address 5411 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone (805) 461-1504 or John Boyd (805) 462-3550
Web URL www.atascaderoloaves.org
Resource
Services
25 + Volunteers
Resource Materials Food distribution site
Name BESTCARE CENTRAL COAST HOME HEALTH
Address 277 South St. #W, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 782-8600
Kris Waluszko (805) 782 -8600 ext. 119
E-mail: kwaluszko@wilshirehcs.org
Web URL www.wilshirehcs.org
Resource
Services
28 RN’s/LVN’s
13 Physical Therapists/PTA’s
5 Occupational Therapists/COTA’s
3 HHA’s
2 Medical Social Worker
15 Administrative/Clerical Staff
Can complete home visits for vulnerable population
Can provide referral services
Resource
Materials
Limited quantity of medical supplies (sterile/non-sterile dressings, catheter
supplies, etc.).
Main office in San Luis Obispo, with branch offices in Paso Robles and
Santa Maria.
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Name CALIFORNIA SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION DISASTER RELIEF
Phone Ernie Thompson (805) 929-6438 E-mail: ekthompson10@netzero.net
Web URL www.csbc.com/disasterrelief
Resource
Services
3000+ volunteers state wide and 95,000 nationwide to provide:
Mass feeding
Clean up and recovery Long term recovery
Resource
Materials
Have a local cleanup trailer. Can request following from Fresno if needed:
Mobile kitchens
Mobile medical unit
Mobile shower unit
Mobile dental unit
Water purification equipment
Communications equipment
Name CATHOLIC CHARITIES CENTRAL COAST
Address 3592 Broad St, Ste 104, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 541-9110 Alondra Ortiz:
E-mail aortiz@catholiccharitiescentralcoast.org
Web URL www.catholiccharitiesusa.org
Resource
Services
Provide Immigration Service Referral Services for Housing Assistance
Name COAST NATIONAL BANK
Phone (805) 541-0400
Web URL www.coastnationalbank.com
Resource
Services
Accept monetary donations in support of a local disaster. Funds to be
disbursed to the Community Foundation for re-distribution. Staff personnel to assist as available. SLO office has 30 staff members.
Resource
Materials
Branch locations for spontaneous volunteer processing centers, small
group meetings, and office and communications support (phones,
photocopies, office supplies, etc.). Locations include kitchenette and
restrooms. SLO and AG are best suited for this purpose. SLO branch has
multiple buildings, storage area and large parking lot. AG office has large
parking lot.
Name COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP
Phone (805) 544-4355
Grace McIntosh, Deputy Director: (805) 549-7675
E-mail: gmcintosh@capslo.org
Web URL www.capslo.org
Resource
Services
70+ Staff
Case management
Child Care
Weatherization services for low-income households
Family support services for long term recovery
Home repair services for long term recovery
Resource
Materials
Homeless shelter and Prado Day Center
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Name FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF TEMPLETON
Address 610 S Main St., Templeton, CA 93465
Phone (805) 434-1921; FAX: (805) 434-0556
Primary
Contact
Richard Crawford: (805) 461-3955 – Disaster Coordinator
Charlie Little E-mail: pastor@fpctempleton.org (Director)
Web URL www.templetonpres.org
Resource
Services
10 Volunteer shelter support staff
Resource
Materials
Shelter facility
Name FIVE CITIES MEALS ON WHEELS
Phone (805) 773-2053; FAX: (805) 773-4803
Primary
Contact
Richard Strachan
Web URL
Resource
Services
25 Volunteers (22 of those are drivers)
Chef and Assistant Chef able to prep food
Resource Materials Food Services
Name FOOD BANK COALITION OF SLO COUNTY
Phone (805) 238-4664; FAX: (805) 238-6956
Primary
Contact
Wendy Lewis, Chief Operating Officer, (805) 235-0919 or
Timothy Barker: (805) 235-1228
Web URL www.slofoodbank.org
Resource
Services
6 Staff during initial response period.
100 Or more available in recovery period.
All knowledgeable of food distribution sites in their respective locals, Food
Bank programs, food resource connections.
Resource
Materials
Approximately 200,000 lbs. of food available for immediate distribution
from two warehouses, Paso Robles and Oceano, to low-income families
throughout the County.
Fleet vehicles to deliver food to distribution sites, trained drivers – subject
to road accessibility.
Storage for 80,000 lbs. of refrigerated and frozen food at the Paso Robles
warehouse. No generator onsite in case of power outage.
Access to America’s Second Harvest Food Banks throughout the state
and nation for emergency back-up.
Access to California’s Emergency Food and Shelter Program assets
delivered to SLO Co. and Federal food storage in a Presidential Disaster
Declaration.
Name GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF SANTA CRUZ, MONTEREY AND SAN
LUIS OBISPO COUNTIES
Phone (831) 423-8611 – Corporate Office
Primary
Contact
Jim Burke, Senior VP of Retail and Operations (805) 544-0542
E-mail: jburke@scgoodwill.org
Web URL www.scgoodwill.org
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Name GRACE BIBLE CHURCH
Phone (805) 489-4200
Primary
Contact
Ben Youngkin, Youth Pastor E-mail: byongkin@gracevine.com
Web URL www.gracevine.com
Resource
Services
Spiritual counseling Possible kitchen crew of 6 workers
Resource Materials Shelter facility
Name HOMELESS ANIMAL RESCUE TEAM (HART)
Phone (805) 927-7377; FAX: (805) 924-1970
Primary
Contact
After hours: Terry Hanson (805) 924-1478 or
Susan Barghini (805) 927-5956-hm E-mail: susanbarghini@sbcglobal.net
Web URL www.slohart.org
Resource
Services
General volunteers to work with animals (50 core volunteers)
Medical staff and assistants to administer animal meds
Animal trappers
Transporters
Resource
Materials
Facility can be used as small animal shelter for 10+ animals.
Name HORSE EMERGENCY EVACUATION TEAM (HEET)
Phone (805) 466-7457
Primary
Contact
Chris Shell (805) 929-5337
Web URL www.sloheet.org
Resource
Services
30 Trained equestrian volunteers with additional training in ICS, equine
triage, trailering, and human first-aid.
Contacts with State Equine Emergency Network Veterinarian, local veterinarians, shelter facilities, feed stores and local horse associations.
Resource
Materials
2 Response trailers for field staging
Evacuation and sheltering equipment
Mobile Amateur Radio equipment
Agreements with shelter facilities, including fairgrounds, horse boarding
facilities and feed stores.
Written procedures and forms
Name HOSPICE OF SLO COUNTY
Phone (805) 544-2266; FAX: (805) 544-6573
Primary
Contact
Kris Kington-Barker
E-mail: kriskington@hospiceslo.org
Web URL
Resource
Services
Grief counseling for disaster/trauma victims and emergency responders.
Grief awareness and education for the community.
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Name HOSPICE PARTNERS OF CENTRAL COAST
Phone (805) 782-8608; FAX: (805) 782-8614
Primary
Contact
Ingrid Pries(805) 269-0141 ext. 11
E-mail: ipires@wilshirehcs.org
Web URL www.wilshirehcs.org
Resource
Services
Five (5) Grief counselors with extensive training in critical incident stress
response and disaster experience.
Name LOAVES & FISHES (PASO)
Address 2650 Spring St., Paso Robles, CA 93446
Mailing: PO Box 1720, Paso Robles, CA 93447-1720
Phone Interim Director: Michelle Karp (805) 512-1607 (cell); Kevin Conway: (310) 351-7803 (cell) or (805) 221-5840 (home)
Web URL www.loavesandfishespaso.org
Resource
Services
25-50 Volunteers with skills to interview clients, and package food orders
Resource
Materials
Food pantry
Possible food distribution site (no cooking facilities)
Large walk-in freezer and refrigeration units for pallets of food
Possible collection site for donations
Name LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN SERVICES OF SLO COUNTY
Phone (805) 785-0132; FAX: (805) 785-0134
Primary
Contact
Karen Jones
E-mail: karenjones@ombudsmanslo.org
Web URL www.ombudsmanslo.org
Resource
Services
~25 Volunteers trained in advocacy and communication
Resource
Materials
Satellite phone
Name MEATHEAD MOVERS
Phone (805) 544-6328; FAX: (805) 781-0872
Primary
Contact
Aaron Steed
E-mail: aaron@meatheadmovers.com
Web URL www.meatheadmovers.com
Resource
Services
10-40 Student athletes able to drive moving trucks and provide moving
labor.
Disaster donation coordination.
Resource
Materials
Moving trucks. Camarillo office can also provide assistance. (~20 people and truck fleet)
Name OLD MISSION
Phone (805) 781-8220; FAX: (805) 781-8214
Primary
Contact
Fr.Russell Brown (805) 781-8220 ext. 25 or 26
E-mail: frrussell@oldmissionslo.org
Web URL www.oldmissionslo.org
Resource
Services
4-5 Church members to service as volunteers
Disaster donation coordination
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Resource
Materials
Site suitable for sheltering
Household goods Clothing banks
Name SALVATION ARMY
Address 815 Islay Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone (805) 544-2401
Information The Salvation Army can provide assistance in emergency food and
clothing
WATER
Name AVILA BEACH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 309 (191 San Miguel St.), Avila Beach, CA 93424
Phone (805) 595-2664 FAX:(805) 595- 7623 24hr: (805) 546-3618
Name CALIFORNIA VALLEY COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 3094 (13080 Soda Lake Road), California Valley, CA 93453
Phone (805) 475-2211; FAX: (805) 475-2758
Name CAMBRIA COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 65 (1316 Tamsen Dr. #201), Cambria, CA 93428
Phone 24hr: (805) 927-6223; FAX: (805) 927-5584
Name CENTRAL COAST INDUSTRIES
Address P.O. Box 2417 (2122 Hutton Road), Nipomo, CA 93444
Phone (805) 349-9980; (800) 633-6966; FAX: (805) 349-0471
24-hour: Brian Touey, (805) 896-3777; Shannon Touey (805) 896-7343
Or Veronica, (805) 896-4038
E-mail brian@ccirentals.com or Shannon@ccirentals.com
Web URL www.ccirentals.com
Information Portable toilets, showers, sinks, water truck, water services. Also listed
under, Food, Water; Showers, Portable; and Toilets, Portable.
Name COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Address County Government Center, Room 206, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
Phone (805) 781-5252
Name GARDEN FARMS COMMUNITY WATER DISTRICT
Phone 24hr: (805) 438-3751 Water District Office
Marcia Joyce: (805) 441-3572
Name GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY
Address 1140 Los Olivos, Los Osos, CA 93402
Phone (805) 528-1626;
24 hr. (800) 999-4033
Name NIPOMO COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
City San Luis Obispo
Emergency Operations Center
Resource Directory
City of San Luis Obispo
Resources Section 6
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Revision Date
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Address P.O. Box 326 (148 South Wilson St.), Nipomo, CA 93444-0326
Phone (805) 929-1133 / 1931; FAX: (805) 929-1932
Name OCEANO COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 599 (1665 Front St.), Oceano, CA 93445
Phone (805) 481-6730; FAX: (805) 481-6836 Lori Angello, Director: (805) 489-9766
Name PRO WATER EQUIPMENT RENTAL
Address 20395 Somma Drive, Perris, CA 92570
Mailing: PO Box 78205 Corona, CA 92877
Phone (909) 720-2138
E-mail prowater113@aol.com
Web URL www.prowaterequipment.com
Information Has 8,000 & 10,000 gallon water wagons.
Also listed under Water.
Name SAN SIMEON ACRES COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
Address 111 Pico Avenue, San Simeon, CA 93452
Phone (805) 927-4778 or (805) 546-3612. (Ask to have on-call person paged). FAX: (805) 927-0399
Name TEMPLETON COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
Address P.O. Box 780, Templeton, CA 93465
Phone (805) 434-4900
City of San Luis Obispo
Emergency Operations Center
Resource Directory
Persons with Access and
Functional Needs Section 8
Issue Date
Review Date
Revision Date
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The Persons with Access and Functional Needs List is a confidential document the CANNOT be put into
any Public Documents.
The County of San Luis Obispo generates the Persons with Access and Functional Needs List on an
annual basis and has an up to date database.
The Persons with Access and Functional List is located with the Emergency Services Director or the
Deputy Emergency Services Director.
City San Luis Obispo
Emergency Operations Center
Resource Directory
Senior Care Facilities Section 9
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Review Date
Revision Date
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The San Luis Obispo City Fire Department will provide a list of Senior Care Facilities withing the City to the
Emergency Operations Center, when activated.
City of San Luis Obispo
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
RECOVERY
Developed for:
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo
Fire Department
San Luis Obispo, CA.
Prepared by:
David L. Mathe
Emergency Leadership and
Preparedness Advisor
Nipomo, CA.
City of San Luis Obispo Recovery
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan ____________
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FORWARD
The City of San Luis Obispo Disaster Recovery Plan addresses the City of San Luis Obispo's response to an
emergency impacting the city. Recovery Response measures and procedures concerning the policy and
operations of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Disaster Recovery Plan contained herein.
Plan Adoption
This is the official City of San Luis Obispo Disaster Recovery Plan.
____________________
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
San Luis Obispo Fire Department
Date:
City of San Luis Obispo Disaster Recovery Plan
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan ____________
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Table of Contents
Recovery Operations
Section Page
Plan Adoption 1
Table of Contents 2
I. Concept of Operations 4
A. Short Term Recovery 7
B. Long Term Recovery 7
C. Situation Reporting Zones 8
D. Damage Assessment 9
II. Recovery Operations Organization 10
III. Recovery Operations Responsibilities 11
A. Emergency Proclamations/Declarations 12
IV. Damage Recovery Assessment 13
A. Local Assistance Centers/Disaster Recovery 13
B. Public Assi stance through CalOES 15
C. Public Assistance through Other Agencies 16
D. Individual and Family Assistance 17
E. Businesses, Ranchers, and Private Non-Profit Assistance 18
V. Recovery Assistance 19
A. Public Assistance Categorized as Emergency or Permanent work 19
VI. Documentation 24
VII. Disaster Assistance Process for Public Agencies 26
A. Public Assistance Program Responsibilities 26
B. Project Worksheet 26
C. Work Project Funding 28
D. Completion Deadlines 28
E. Eligibility requirements 29
F. Contracts and Procurement 30
G. Emergency Procurement Procedures 31
H. Donated Resources 31
I. Project Closeout 31
J. Audits 31
K. Appeals 32
L. Post-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Grant Program 32
VII. Hazard Mitigation – Planning and Prevention 33
A. City of San Luis Obispo Local Hazard Mitigation Plan 33
B. Hazard Mitigation Grant Programs 33
City of San Luis Obispo Recovery
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan ____________
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C. Hazard Mitigation Grant Process 34
D. Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 36
VIII. After Action/Improvement Report 37
Supporting Documents 38
• Recovery Unit Leader—Checklist 38
• Rapid Damage Estimate 40
• Initial Damage Assessment 41
• Damage Assessment Overview 42
Revision Page 43
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RECOVERY OPERATIONS
I. CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
“Disaster Recovery” is both short-term activities intended to return essential services to operation, and
long-term activities designed to return infrastructure systems to pre-disaster conditions.
Recovery activities are those necessary to restore services and systems to a state of normalcy. Short
term recovery actions include damage and safety assessments and those necessary to return health and
safety systems (e.g., water) and services (e.g., acute health care) to minimum operating standards.
When conditions exist, which pose an extreme peril to life and property and is beyond the effective
response capabilities of the City of San Luis Obispo, it may proclaim a local emergency and request that
the state implement or coordinate financial disaster recovery programs.
Recovery efforts can begin even while response efforts are underway. Such initial efforts may include
beginning to restore utility services, clearing roadways of debris, and basic mitigation efforts to keep
additional damage from happening.
Initial coordination of recovery efforts, such as initial planning and response, is the responsibility of the
City of San Luis Obispo. In the aftermath of a disaster initial recovery needs may include:
Assessment of the extent and severity of damages to homes and other property.
Restoration of services such as water, sewer, and power.
Repair of damaged homes and property.
Professional counseling, guidance and education due to the sudden changes resulting
from the emergency.
Private sector entities can/should be utilized as needed to provide recovery assistance.
Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with private entities can provide an effective method of
mobilization and resource management.
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Recovery Activities
Rebuilding efforts require decisions on several critical activities that have long-term social, economic
and physical recovery implications. In addition to common emergency planning considerations (e.g.,
establishing partnerships, risk identification and reduction, plan maintenance including drills and
exercises) local government should consider the activities listed below during the emergency
management planning process.
Physical Recovery Activities: Governmental Recovery Activities:
Preserving historical sites
Considering environmental concerns
Upgrading infrastructure and utilities
Removing debris and managing disposal sites
Evaluating redevelopment and subdivisions
Establishing restoration committee
Deferring permits, fees, etc.
Pursuing hazard mitigation projects and
advancing mitigation efforts
Modifying land use and zoning requirements
Improving i nfrastructure, roads, housing
Evaluating repair and rebuilding options
Incorporating changes in construction
standards
Continuing the performance of governmental
functions
Protecting essential facilities, equipment,
records, etc.
Managing donations
Coordinating Voluntary agencies
Building community consensus
Engaging stakeholders, special interest
groups and the public in decision making
processes
Pursuing new opportunities in community
planning
Upgrading communication systems
Pursuing political support
Communicating recovery activities to the
public
Addressing community questions about
health consequences of the event
Social Recovery Activities: Economic Recovery Activities:
Promoting community participation
Providing services for the mental health of
individuals
Evaluating community stress
Informing the public of physiological
considerations
Restoring community values
Promoting family individual preparedness
Establishing Local Assistance Centers of “one-
stop” disaster recovery services
Establishing a documentation system to
collect and store disaster-related cost
information to ensure maximum state and
federal reimbursement
Addressing economic loss of the community
Identifying available working capital
Promoting business in damaged areas
Maximizing the consumer base
Reestablishing commercial services
Facilitating business recovery
Securing disaster business loans, disaster
recovery assistance grant and hazard
mitigation project funding
At the state level, the CalOES Disaster Assistance Division manages disaster recovery operations by
aiding local governments and coordinating recovery programs for individuals and businesses impacted
by disasters. The Disaster Assistance Division ensures that state and federal support are provided in an
efficient and timely manner throughout the recovery process. CalOES is the grantee for federally funded
disaster assistance programs, and grantor for the state California Disaster Assistance Act program. As
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such, the Disaster Assistance Division coordinates recovery assistance for individuals, businesses and the
agricultural community. Additionally, the Disaster Assistance Division oversees hazard mitigation
activities throughout California and provides technical support to reduce the costs and streamline the
process of future recovery efforts. In support of these responsibilities, the Disaster Assistance Division
performs extensive planning activities with local, state and federal agencies, legislators, various
volunteer and non-profit organizations.
Accurate and current Initial Damage Estimates should be provided concurrently with requests for
assistance by local jurisdictions.
CalOES staff will work with the City of San Luis Obispo to ensure that accurate and current disaster
information is captured within Response Information Management System. The Initial Damage Estimate
provides information necessary for the Disaster Assistance Division to determine if state and/or federal
disaster assistance is warranted and what external resources are needed. The information provided by
local government should include:
• Type and extent of public and private sector damage.
• Basic repair and emergency response costs; and
• Any acute public health issues.
If the available Initial Damage Estimate information appears inaccurate based on the known magnitude
of the event or if the information appears out-of -date, the Disaster Assistance Division staff may be
required to verify the information, through the Preliminary Damage Assessment process outlined below.
A Preliminary Damage Assessment may also be necessary to verify Initial Damage Estimate information
as discussed above.
A Preliminary Damage Assessment is a comprehensive report completed by a team of local, state and/or
federal representatives in cooperation with the affected local government and the private sector. The
representatives may include local public works staff, CalOES or the United States Small Business
Administration program staff. The Preliminary Damage Assessment is used to determine the level of
state and/or federal assistance required. Preliminary Damage Assessment information includes:
specific damaged sites, including facility type (e.g., school, road, private residence).
insurance and maintenance records of damaged facilities.
damage description and repair estimates; and
local government’s budget reports.
If federal assistance is required, CalOES must submit a request to the President within 30 days of the
disaster occurrence. The request must be accompanied by a joint CalOES/FEMA Preliminary Damage
Assessment. Accordingly, CalOES will request FEMA’s assistance and complete the joint Preliminary
Damage Assessment as soon after the event as practical. In special circumstances when the magnitude
of the event warrants, the President may declare an emergency or major disaster prior to completion of
a Preliminary Damage Assessment. However, a Preliminary Damage Assessment still requires
completion in order to establish the level of financial assistance required by the state and federal
governments.
Consistent with the Standardized Emergency Management System, local government should provide all
requests for disaster recovery assistance to the Operational Area. CalOES Regions are the first line
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reviewers of requests for disaster assistance from local government. The CalOES Reg ion office may
complete a “Local Proclamation” form utilizing the Response Information Management System
database. This form includes the Regional Analysis, which the Disaster Assistance Division utilizes to
evaluate the need and appropriate level of state and/or federal assistance warranted. The Disaster
Assistance Division provides its recommendation to the CalOES director for approval.
A. Short Term Recovery
Short term recovery operations generally begin during the response phase of the emergency. The major
objectives of short-term recovery operations include debris removal and cleanup, orderly and
coordinated restoration of essential services (electricity, water, and sanitary systems), and assisting the
City of San Luis Obispo’s population in coping with the emergency.
The goal of short-term recovery is to restore City of San Luis Obispo and related services to at least a
minimal capacity. Short term recovery may include:
Utility restoration.
Continued social, medical, and mental health services.
Re-establishment of city government operations.
Re-establish of transportation routes.
Debris removal.
Cleanup operations; and
Abatement and demolition of hazardous structures.
For federally declared disasters, tele-registration centers may be established by the Department of
Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency (DHS/FEMA) to assist disaster victims and
businesses in applying for grants, loans, and other benefits. In coordination with the American Red
Cross, temporary services such as sheltering for disaster victims may be provided.
The City of San Luis Obispo may need to ensure that debris removal and cleanup operations are
expedited in public areas. Based on the City of San Luis Obispo’s assessments, structures that pose a
public safety concern may be inspected by building officials or other professionals to determine specific
damages.
B. Long Term Recovery
The major objectives of long-term recovery operations may include:
Improved land use planning.
Improved emergency planning.
Re-establishing the local economy to pre-disaster levels.
Recovery of disaster response costs.
Effective integration of Mitigation strategies into recovery planning and operations.
The goal of long-term recovery is to restore facilities to pre-disaster condition. Long-term recovery
includes hazard mitigation activities, restoration or reconstruction of public facilities, and disaster
response cost recovery. Each affected jurisdiction is responsible for their own approach to mitigation,
which could include zoning variances, building codes changes, plan reviews, land use planning
techniques, and safety element review.
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With public safety a primary concern, rapid recovery may require adjustments to policies and
procedures to streamline the recovery process. Any hazard mitigation actions may need to be
coordinated between various agencies and jurisdictions in order to ensure a maximum reduction of
vulnerability to future disasters. Long term recovery may also involve local jurisdictions restoring
essential facilities to their pre-disaster condition by retrofitting, repairing or reconstructing them during
recovery operations.
Recovery programs will also be sought for individual citizens and private businesses. The City of San Luis
Obispo will have a vital role to play in coordinating rebuilding efforts related to commercial areas of the
City of San Luis Obispo.
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C. Situation Reporting Zones
The City of San Luis Obispo has been organized into 4 Situation Reporting Zones (SRZ’s). They are
described as follows:
Zone 1: CENTRAL: is that area to the North of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane,
West of the Union Pacific railroad, South of Mill Street from Broad St. to Pepper Street and East
of Highway 101 from Madonna Road to Broad Street.
Zone 2: NORTH: Is that area to the North of Mill St. from Broad Street to Pepper Street and
North of Monterey Street from Pepper Street to Fox Hollow Road exit off Highway 101.
Zone 3: WEST: is that area that is West of Broad Street and South of the Intersection of S
Higuera Street and Bridge St.
Zone 4: EAST: is that area that is South of the intersection of Broad Street and Perkins Lane, East
of the intersection of Tank Farm Road and Santa Fe Road and East of the Union Pacific railroad
from the Meeting of Lawrence Drive and Garibaldi Avenue and South of Monterey Street
Note: Where no damage occurs within a SRZ, “no damage” reports are still required in order to
insure complete damage intelligence.
Note: Where no damage occurs within a SRZ, “no damage” reports are still required in order to insure
complete damage intelligence.
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D. Damage Assessments
When requesting state or federal disaster assistance, the City of San Luis Obispo must provide
information to support the request. The chart below describes the mechanisms required to document
damages and determine needed assistance in the impacted area.
Report Title Responsible Party Description Needed Purpose of Report
Initial Damage Estimate¹
(IDE)
Local jurisdiction
Initial description of damage
including:
Type and extent of
public and private sector
damage
Basic repair and
emergency response
costs
Any acute public
health issues
Number of homes and
businesses not insured
or underinsured
Provides
information for
CalOES to
determine if state
and/or federal
disaster assistance
is warranted and to
what external
resources are
needed. An Initial
Damage Estimate
should be provided
concurrently with
request for
assistance. Not
providing this
information
promptly can delay
assistance.
Preliminary Damage
Assessment
(POA)
Disaster
Assistance
Division field
staff assisted by
CalOES Regional
staff, local, state
and/or federal
government staff
Preliminary detailed
damage report including:
Facility types (e.g.
school, road, private
residences) and
location
Facility insurance
and/or maintenance
records.
Damage description
and repair estimates
Local government
budget reports
Destroyed/damaged
residences, personal
property, businesses
Any identified
environmental or
historical issues
Provides
information for
CalOES to
determine extent
and type of state
and/or federal
disaster assistance.
This information is
also used by FEMA
to prepare a
regional analysis of
the request for
consideration by
FEMA headquarters.
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II. RECOVERY OPERATIONS ORGANIZATION
For the City of San Luis Obispo, initial recovery operations will be managed by the appropriate
departments. Initial overall coordination of recovery efforts can be coordinated by CalOES.
Throughout the recovery process, City of San Luis Obispo departments should also be represented and
responsible for certain functions that may need or otherwise involve their expertise.
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III. RECOVERY OPERATIONS RESPONSIBILITIES
The City of San Luis Obispo has specific responsibilities in recovering from a disaster, although the City of
San Luis Obispo may not have all the resources necessary for recovery; state and/or federal disaster
assistance may be needed. The organizational overview listed on the following page depicts a sampling
of agencies that may be assigned or have the resources to coordinate specific disaster recovery
operations for the City of San Luis Obispo.
Function Lead Department
Political process management; interdepartmental coordination;
policy development; decision making; overall public information. Administration
Land use and zoning variance; building and related permits;
building and related safety inspections; redevelopment. Community Development
Restoration facilities and related services Community Development
Public area debris removal; demolition; roadway and related
construction; restoration of county government public utility
services.
Public Works
Assistance programs for victims and related special needs Community Development
Public finance; budgeting; contracting; accounting. Finance
Claims and liability issues City Attorney
Coordination of applications for public agency disaster assistance;
liaison with assistance providers; disaster financial assistance
project management.
Finance
Advise on emergency authorities, actions, and associated liabilities;
preparation of new ordinances and resolutions. Fire Department
Government operations and restoration, including space
acquisition, supplies, equipment, vehicles, personnel. Administration
Geographic Information System (GIS) needs Information Technology
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A. Emergency Proclamations / Declarations
If the City of San Luis Obispo requires state or federal assistance, it is important to know if a local
proclamation of an emergency is a prerequisite to obtaining the assistance. The chart below provides an
overview of the programs discussed in this document and indicates proclamation/declaration
requirements. Note: If a local emergency proclamation is required, it must be issued within 10 days of
the event.
Program Name Type of Assistance
Local
Proclamation
Required?
State of
Emergency
Required?
Federal
Declaration or
Designation
Required?
Safety Assessment
Program (SAP)
Provides professional evaluators to determine
safety, use and occupancy of homes and
buildings.
No No No
Fire Management
Assistance Grant (FMAG)
Reimbursement of emergency response costs
for wildland urban interface fire suppression. No No Yes
State Public Assistance
Program
under a CalOES Directors
Concurrence
Funding to restore public infrastructure.
Yes No No
State Public Assistance
Program
under a Governor’s
proclamation of state of
emergency
Reimbursement of local emergency response
costs, debris removal and funding to restore
public infrastructure. Yes Yes No
Federal Public Assistance
Program (major disaster
declaration)
Reimbursement of local emergency response
coast, debris removal and funding to restore
public and allowable private-non-profit
infrastructure.
Yes Yes Yes
Federal Public Assistance
Program (emergency
declaration)
Reimbursement of local emergency response
costs . Yes Yes Yes
Individuals and Households
Program
Grants for unmet recovery needs to individuals
and families. Yes Yes Yes
State Supplemental Grant
Program
Supplemental grants for individuals for
recovery may be available only when
maximum Federal Assistance to Individuals
and Households Program has been reached.
Yes Yes Yes
United States Small
Business Administration
Economic Injury Disaster
Loan Program
Working capital loans for small businesses that
have suffered an economic loss. No No Yes
United States Small
Business Administration
Physical Disaster Loan
Program
Loans for individuals, families and businesses
that have lost real and personal property.
No No Yes
US Department of
Agriculture
Disaster Designation
Loans for farmers and ranchers for physical and
crop production losses. No No Yes
Crisis Counseling Programs Referral/resource services and short-term
counseling for emotional and mental health
problems caused by the disaster.
Yes Yes Yes
Disaster Unemployment
Assistance
Weekly unemployment benefits and job finding
services due to a disaster. Yes Yes Yes
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IV. DAMAGE RECOVERY ASSESSMENT
The recovery damage/safety assessment function is the basis for determining the type and amount of
state and/or federal financial assistance necessary for recovery. As soon as possible into an incident,
even during the emergency response phase, initial damage estimates may be needed in order to
support a request for a gubernatorial proclamation and for the state to request a presidential
declaration.
During the recovery phase, this assessment is refined to a more detailed level. Detailed damage/safety
assessments will be needed to apply for various state and federal disaster financial assistance programs.
In addition, a list of mitigation priorities will need to be developed by the jurisdictions’ departments.
Determining which agency performs detailed damage and/or safety assessment will depend on what is
being inspected and assessed.
A. Local Assistance Centers/Disaster Recovery Centers
a. Local Assistance Centers:
Local government may consider activating Local Assistance Centers to provide a centralized
location for services and resource referrals for the unmet needs of disaster victims. State
funding may be available for eligible Local Assistance Center operations. Historically, Local
Assistance Centers have proven to be a key factor for a successful recovery. Local Assistance
Center characteristics generally include:
resource facility for recovery information, services and programs.
community-based service facilities.
managed by local government; and
staffed by private non-profit organizations, local, state and federal government, as
appropriate.
For additional information, contact CalOES for “A Guide for Establishing a Local Assistance
Center.”
b. Disaster Recovery Centers:
Disaster Recovery Centers may also be activated by key federal agencies to provide convenient
locations for victims and private non-profit organizations to obtain information about FEMA and
United States Small Business Administration programs. Disaster Recovery Center characteristics
general include:
Fixed or mobile resource facility for FEMA and United States Small Business
Administration recovery information.
Managed by federal government; and
Staffed by FEMA, CalOES, United States Small Business Administration and other
federal, state and local agencies as appropriate.
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c. Disaster Assistance Programs and their Requirements:
The following tables are designed to provide local emergency manag ers a quick reference to
disaster assistance programs administered or coordinated by the Disaster Assistance Division.
The tables are grouped by potential recipients and indicate general program implementation
criteria, including key deadlines.
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B. Public Assistance through CalOES
The following table describes implementation criteria for the give main pubic disaster programs
administered by CalOES: Director’s Concurrence, Governor’s Proclamation of a State Emergency, Fire
Management Assistance Program, and Presidential Declaration of an Emergency and Presidential
Declaration of a Major Disaster.
Type of Assistance Program Name and
Authority
Cost Share
Requirements
Implementation Criteria
Funding to restore damaged
public infrastructure (e.g. roads,
buildings, utilities).
State Public Assistance
CDDA-Director’s Concurrence
with local emergency
75% State
25% Local
Local agency must proclaim an emergency and request a
“Director’s Concurrence” within 10 days of an event. A
Governor’s proclamation of a state of emergency is not
required for the CalOES Director to provide California
Disaster Assistance Act funding to repair damaged public
facilities.
Reimbursement of local
emergency response costs,
debris removal, and funding to
restore damaged public
infrastructure.
State Public Assistance
California Disaster Assistance
Act-Governor’s Proclamation of
a State of Emergency
75% State
25% Local
Local agency must proclaim an emergency and request
the Governor to proclaim a state of emerg ency within 10
days of an event. The request should include dates of the
event, an Initial Damage Estimate, areas affected, and
appropriate type of assistance needed.
Reimbursement for fire
suppression costs.
Fire Management Assistance
Grant
Stafford Act
75% Federal
25% Local
Responsible fire agency must request Fire
Management Assistance Grant assistance while the
fire is still burning out of control. Neither local nor
state emergency proclamations are necessary for the
implementation of this program.
Reimbursement of local
emergency response and debris
removal costs.
Federal and State Public
Assistance
Stafford Act and California
Disaster Assistance Act-
Presidential Declaration of an
Emergency
75% Federal
18.75% State
6.25% Local
Local agency must proclaim an emergency and request
the Governor to proclaim a state of emergency within 10
days of an event. The Governor has 5 days to request
federal assistance. Local government should provide
detailed information including dates of the event, an
Initial Damage Estimate, area affected, appropriate type
of assistance needed.
Funding to restore public
infrastructure* and
reimbursement of emergency
response and debris removal
costs.
Federal and State Public
Assistance
Stafford Act and California
Disaster Assistance Act-
Presidential Declaration of a
Major Disaster
75% Federal
18.75% State
6.25% Local
Local agency must proclaim an emergency and request
the Governor to proclaim a state of emergency within 10
days of an event. The Governor has 30 days to request
federal assi stance. Local government should provide
detailed information including dates of the event, an
Initial Damage Estimate, area affected, appropriate type
of assistance needed
*Funding beyond what is necessary to restore a facility
may also be approved for hazard mitigation measures to
ensure that future similar damage will not occur. These
mitigation projects include cost effective improvement to
the current design and capacity of the existing facility.
Funding to provide crisis
counseling services.
FEMA Crisis Counseling Program
Stafford Act
75% Federal
25% State
This program is funded by FEMA and administered
through the state Department of Mental Health. Benefits
may be short- term or long-term (up to 0 months).
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C. Public Assistance through Other Agencies
The following table describes the implementation criteria for disaster assistance programs available to
the City of San Luis Obispo through federal agencies other than FEMA. Through the California Disaster
Assistance Act, the state may also cost share with these federal programs.
Type of
Assistance
Program/Name/Lead
Federal Agency and
Authority
Cost Share
Requirements Implementation Criteria
Watershed
restoration
Emergency Watershed
Program/ Natural Resource
Conservation Service,
Division of the U. S. Department
of Agriculture
Section 216, P.L. 81/516 and
Sections 403-405 P.L. 95-334
75% Natural Resource
Conservation Service
18.75% State
6.25% Local
Eligible activities include providing financial and technical
assistance to remove debris from streams, protect destabilized
stream banks, establish cover on critically eroding lands, repair
conservation practices, and the purchase of flood plain
easements. This program does not require a Presidential
disaster declaration before it is implemented. However, for
the sponsoring agency to be eligible for state cost share, the
Governor must have proclaimed a state of emergency for the
event. For additional information refer to:
www.nrcs.usde.gov.
Emergency flood
and post-flood
activities
United States Army Corps of
Engineers Emergency Operations
Flood Control and Costal
Emergencies Act (P.L. 84-99)
100% United States Army
Corps of Engineers
The United States Army Corps of Engineers may provide
manpower, supplies, and equipment for flood-fighting, debris
clearance and temporary levee repairs during the emergency
period and up to a maximum of 10 days thereafter. This
program does not require a Presidential disaster declaration
before it is implemented. For additional information refer to:
www.usace.army.mil.
Restoration of
publically
sponsored flood
control structures
United States Army Corps of
Engineers Rehabilitation Program
Flood Control and Costal
Emergencies Act (P.L. 84-99)
100% United States Army
Corps of Engineers
The United States Army Corps of Engineers Rehabilitation
program aids with permanent repairs to federal system levees.
Although the United States Army Corps of Engineers covers
the repair costs, the local sponsoring agency may be required
to purchase additional soil and must sign “Hold Harmless”
agreements and other applicable assurances before work can
begin. This program does not require a Presidential disaster
declaration before it is implemented. For additional
information refer to: www.usace.army.mil.
Emergency repairs
to federal roads
and highways
Federal Highways
Administration
Emergency Relief (ER) Program
Title 23 U.S.C. Section 125
100% Federal Highways
Administration, if
performed within 180
days of an event
This program may be implemented upon a Presidential
Declaration or by special request from the Governor when
a state of emergency has been proclaimed. The Federal
Highways Administration ER program is administered
through Caltrans. For additional information refer to:
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/program admin/erelief.html.
Permanent
restoration of
damaged federal
highways
Federal Highways
Administration
ER Program
Title 23 U.S.C. Section 125
88.53% Federal
Highways
Administration
8.6% State
2.87% Local
Federal Highways Administration funds 88.53% of repairs
upon a Presidential Declaration or by special request from
the Governor when a state of emergency has been
proclaimed. The Federal Highways Administration program
is administered through Caltrans in close coordination with
CalOES. For additional information refer to:
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/program admin/erelief.html.
Long-term
economic
redevelopment
United States Department of
Housing and Urban
Development
Disaster Recovery Initiative
Section 122 of the Housing and
Community Act of 1974, as
amended
75% Federal
18.75% State
6.25% Local
Funds earmarked for certain United States Department of
Housing and Urban Development projects may be
transferred to emergency projects if not covered by FEMA
and are in the best interest of the post-disaster-stricken
community. California Department of Housing and
Community Development administers this program. For
additional information refer to
http://www.hud.gov/office/cpd/community
development/programs.
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D. Individual and Family Assistance
The following table describes the implementation criteria for programs that are available to assist
businesses, families and individuals, and private non-profit agencies in recovering from a disaster.
Type of Assistance Program Name and
Authority
Loan/Grant
Maximum* General Implementation Criteria
Low interest loans for
losses to real property
(primary residences)
which may include
mitigation measures
United States Small
Business Administration
Physical Disaster Loan
Program
13 CFR Ch. 1 Part 123
$200,000 The United States Small Business Administration
Physical loan program may be implemented
upon a Presidential declaration of an emergency
or major disaster. Victims are required to first
seek loan assistance through the United States
Small Business Administration before they can be
considered for a federal grant through FEMA.
The United States Small Business Administration
also has the authority to independently (without
a Presidential declaration) implement the
program when at least 25 homes and/or
businesses suffer 40% uninsured losses of their
estimated fair market or pre-disaster fair market
value, whichever is lower. In this case, a request
for a United States Small Business Administration
declaration must be requested through CalOES
within 60 days of the occurrence.
Low interest loans for
losses to personal
property
United States Small
Business Administration
Physical Disaster Loan
Program
13 CFR Ch. 1 Part 123
$40,000 Same as above
Grants to cover
temporary housing needs,
home repairs, losses to
personal property,
transportation expenses,
funeral and medical
expenses, etc.
Federal Assistance to
Individuals and
Households Program
Robert I. Stafford Act
Disaster Relief and
Assistance Act, 44 CFR Ch. 1
Part 206 Subpart D, Sect.
206.110
$25,600 This is a federal grant program managed and
administered by FEMA upon a Presidential
Declaration of an Emergency or Major Disaster.
Victims who are found to be ineligible for a
United States Small Business Administration loan
are referred to FEMA’s Federal Assistance to
Individuals and Households Program.
Grants to individuals
and families that have
received the maximum
Federal Assistance to
Individuals and
Households Program
grant but still have unmet
needs.
State Supplemental Grant
Program
California Department of
Social Services W/I 13600-
13601
$10,000 This program is administered through the state
Department of Social Services. It is only
implemented when FEMA has activated the
Federal Assistance to Individuals and Households
Program. The state has no authority to activate
the State Supplemental Grant Program
independent of a federal declaration.
Disaster Unemployment
Assistance
U. S. Department of Labor
20 CFR, Part 625
44CFR, part 206.141
N/A This program may be implemented by the
Department of Labor upon a Presidential
declaration. It allows those unemployed due to a
disaster up to 26 weeks of unemployment benefits.
*Loan/Grant amounts are adjusted annually in March.
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E. Businesses, Ranchers and Private Non-Profit Assistance
The following table describes the implementation criteria of programs that are available to assist
businesses, ranchers and private non-profit agencies in recovering from a disaster.
Type of Assistance Program Name and
Authority Loan Maximum* Implementation Criteria
Low interest loans to
businesses and private
non-profit organizations
for losses to real property.
United States Small
Business Administration
Physical Disaster Load
Program
13 CFR Ch. 1 Part 123
$1.5 Million The United States Small Business Administration
Physical loan program may be implemented
upon a Presidential declaration of an emergency
or major disaster.
The United States Small Business Administration
also has the authority to independently
implement the program when at least 25 homes
and/or 3 businesses have suffered 40%
uninsured losses due to a disaster. Typically,
when the United States Small Business
Administration declares a disaster for a county,
contiguous counties are also eligible.
Low interest loans to
businesses and to help
cover working capital.
United States Small
Business Administration
Economic Injury Disaster
Loan Program
13 CFR Ch. 1 Part 123
$1.5 Million The United States Small Business Administration
also has the auth ority to independently
implement the program with certification by the
CalOES Director that at least five small business
concerns in a disaster area have suffered
economic injury and need financial assistance
not otherwise reasonably available.
The SMA may provide economic injury
assistance for a disaster determined by the
Secretary of Agriculture. Under these
designations, the United States Small Business
Administration makes economic injury
assistance available to eligible small businesses.
Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program loans
become available under all United States Small
Business Administration physical declarations.
The maximum United States Small Business
Administration loan assistance is $1.5 Million,
whether it is a Physical Disaster Loan, an
Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program loan, or
a combination of both programs.
Low interest loans to
farmers, ranchers and aqua
culturists for physical
and/or crop production
losses resulting from an
unusual natural occurrence
(weather pattern, pest,
etc.).
Secretary Designation-
Agriculture Disaster
U. S. Department of
Agriculture, Farm Services
Agency 7 CFR, Ch 18, part
1945, Subpart A
$500,000 Emergency loans are made to farmers and ranchers
who have suffered at least a 30% loss in crop
production or a physical loss to livestock products,
real estate, or chattel property.
The Secretary of Agriculture can implement this
program when requested by CalOES on behalf of a
local agricultural commissioner or local government
authority or implemented automatically when the
President declares a major disaster or emergency.
When requested on its own authority, supporting
documentation to the types of crops and level of
damage must be submitted. A proclamation of
local or state emergency is not required for this
program.
*Amounts are adjusted annually based on the consumer price index.
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V. RECOVERY ASSISTANCE
City of San Luis Obispo’s Responsibilities: When disaster strikes and damages exceed the City of San
Luis Obispo’s capabilities, the City of San Luis Obispo may request state and/or federal disaster
assistance. Determine if a local proclamation of an emergency is a prerequisite for the assistance
requested. If a request for assistance is necessary, the City of San Luis Obispo should:
Include the following information in the request:
1. Copy of the local proclamation (if required)
2. Initial Damage Estimate
3. Written request/resolution by designated official
4. Type of disaster
5. Date of occurrence and whether situation is continuing
6. Areas affected
7. Type of assistance needed
Submit the request to:
1. Operational Area
2. CalOES REOC/Regional Office
Submit the request by the deadlines mentioned in the previous tables.
A. Public Assistance is categorized as emergency work or permanent work:
Category A – Debris Removal (Emergency Work)
All expenditures associated with the removal of debris from public property. This can possibly
include the pre-approved removal of private/personal property that has been moved to the right of way under
the direction of the jurisdiction.
If force labor is used, only overtime hours are eligible for reimbursement. Reimbursement may be available for
temporary workers designated to disaster work. All jurisdictional and rental equipment hours (regardless of
whether the operator was on regular time or overtime), materials and contract costs are eligible for
reimbursement.
Category Designation Type of work
Emergency A Debris removal on public property
B Emergency protective measures
Permanent C Roads and Bridges
D Water control facilities, levees, flood channels
E Buildings and equipment (public property)
F Utilities
G Parks, recreational facilities, beaches, etc
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Category B – Protective Measures (Emergency Work)
All expenditures associated with emergency response, including, but not limited to:
Traffic control,
Public information activities,
Fire and rescue response,
Safety assessments,
EOC operations (including meals),
Sandbagging,
Patrolling flood control facilities
Generally, Category B measures are those temporary measures designed to remove or reduce immediate
threats to public property or protect it from further damage.
If force labor is used, only overtime hours are eligible for reimbursement. Reimbursement may be available
for temporary workers designated to disaster work. All jurisdictional and rental equipment hours (regardless
of whether the operator was on regular time or overtime), materials and contract costs are eligible for
reimbursement.
Category C – Roads and Bridges (Permanent Work)
All expenditures associated with street, road, bridge or sidewalk repairs. This includes, but is not limited to
Street signs,
Traffic lights,
Curbs and gutters,
Roadways (paved and unpaved),
Bridges,
Manhole covers,
Embankments and other roadway related structures.
Regular and overtime hours as well as benefit costs of jurisdictional employees involved with Category C work
are eligible costs. All jurisdictional and rental equipment hours, materials and contract costs are eligible for
reimbursement as well.
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Category D – Water Control Facilities (Permanent Work)
All expenditures associated with flood control, drainage or irrigation facilities owned and maintained by the
jurisdiction. This includes, but is not limited to:
Storm drains,
Dams, debris
Basins,
Dikes,
Levees,
Flood gates,
Flood control channels.
Regular and overtime hours as well as benefit costs of jurisdictional employees involved with Category D work
are eligible costs. All jurisdictional and rental equipment hours, materials and contract costs are eligible for
reimbursement as well.
Category E – Public Buildings and Equipment (Permanent Work)
All expenditures associated with public buildings and related equipment owned or maintained by the
jurisdiction. This includes, but is not limited to:
Local government buildings,
Leased buildings where the jurisdiction is contractually required to maintain them,
Park and recreation buildings,
Office equipment,
Supplies lost in a disaster,
Library books,
Vehicles,
Specialized equipment and radios.
Regular and overtime hours as well as benefit costs of jurisdictional employees involved with Category E work
are eligible costs. All jurisdictional and rental equipment hours, materials and contract costs are eligible for
reimbursement as well.
Category F – Public Utilities (Permanent Work)
All expenditures associated with water, power and sewage systems. This includes, but is not limited to:
Water and sewage treatment facilities,
Distribution systems and supplies.
Regular and overtime hours as well as benefit costs of jurisdictional employees involved with Category F work
are eligible costs. All jurisdictional and rental equipment hours, materials and contract costs are eligible for
reimbursement as well.
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Category G – Parks, Recreation Facilities and Other (Permanent Work)
All expenditures associated with parks, recreation facilities (not buildings) and facilities not included with the
other categories. This includes, but is not limited to:
Parks,
Playgrounds,
Docks,
Swimming pools,
Picnic areas and tables.
This category is also used to document damage for facilities not included in other categories. Regular and
overtime hours as well as benefit costs of jurisdictional employees involved with Category G work are eligible
costs. All jurisdictional and rental equipment hours, materials and contract costs are eligible for
reimbursement as well.
CalOES Responsibilities: If a request for assistance is submitted, CalOES will:
Review the request for completeness.
Request additional information if necessary.
Determine the need to c onduct damage assessments; and
Decide regarding the level of appropriate disaster assistance for the request.
B. Public Assistance: Application Process:
• Applicant Briefings
Whether a disaster has been designated as a Director’s Concurrence, a State of Emergency
Proclamation, a Presidential declaration of an emergency or a Presidential declaration of a
major disaster, the Disaster Assistance Division will schedule and hold Public Agency Applicant
Briefings. Affected public agencies will be notified by letter, e-mail, CalOES website, CalOES
regional offices, or by telephone of the date, location, and time of the briefing. Applications for
federal and state public assistance will be available and accepted during these briefings.
Detailed instructions on applicant eligibility, project eligibility, eligible costs, program criteria,
documentation requirements and important deadlines for work completion will also be
explained. Public assistance applicants are assigned a primary point of contact that will process
the Public Assistance application, monitor work progress, and provide technical assistance for
the duration of the application. Once a public agency has been assigned a federal/state
identification number, they are referred to as a “sub grantee.”
• Kickoff Meeting
Once the Request for Public Assistanceis reviewed and the applicant is deemed to be eligible for
Public Assistance, a Public Assistance Coordinator (PAC) will contact the applicant to set up a Kickoff
Meeting to discuss damages, needs assessment, and an action plan for completion of a Project
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Worksheet (Form 90-91). The Public Assistance Coordinator (PAC) will go over what is expected of
each applicant and will provide detailed instructions on what to do and how to do it. A state liaison
will provide state specific details on Public Assistance program documentation and reporting
requirements.
Along with a list of damaged locations and documentation of emergency-related expenditures to
date, applicants should also be prepared to discuss known historical or environmental issues for the
location and general area. Copies of insurance documentation associated with any damaged facility
should also be provided to FEMA during the meeting.
• Project Approval Process
The Disaster Assistance Division encourages sub grantees to participate fully in the decision-
making process of the approved scope of work and cost estimation for each project. Sub
grantees are notified by mail when FEMA or the state has approved the project for funding. This
notification includes instructions to request payment of the funds. Additional information
regarding both federal and state public assistance programs can be obtained through the
Disaster Assistance Division’s Public Assistance Training Program.
• Expedited Funding
Upon a Presidential declaration, the City of San Luis Obispo has incurred significant emergency
response costs and may request the expedited processing of state and federal funding.
Qualifying costs may include:
emergency costs (e.g. police and fire overtime salaries).
debris removal necessary to protect life and property; and
temporary shelter operating costs.
• Public Assistance Process Cycle Timeline
Disaster Assistance Step Timeframe for Completion
Initial Damage Estimate Within 10 days to Cal OES (sooner to County OES)
Preliminary Damage Assessment Within two weeks to verify IDE
Governor’s Request Within 30 days to the end of the incident
Presidential Declaration Received back within 1 to 8 weeks
Applicant’s Briefing Within 30 days of the Presidential Declaration
Submission of Request for Public Assistance Within 30 days of the Presidential Declaration
Kick off Meeting Within 21 days of approval of RPA. This meeting
starts 60-day clock to report all damages
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C. Individual Assistance: Application Process
• Individuals and Households Program
Upon the implementation of the Federal Assistance to Individuals and Households Program,
individuals are required to first telephone register with FEMA. Widespread notice through the
local media and or websites maintained by local government, the United States Small Business
Administration, United States Department of Agriculture, FEMA or CalOES inform the public of
the toll-free tele-registration number. Websites and/or local media are also resources for
physical locations of local United States Small Business Administration, United States
Department of Agriculture, Local Assistance Center or Disaster Recovery Center offices.
Upon teleregistration, FEMA will assign a representative to evaluate the claim and will refer the
individual to the appropriate program for loan and/or grant assistance. Individuals will then be
provided loan and/or grant application information, instructions, terms and conditions directly
from the agency aiding (FEMA, United States Small Business Administration, and United States
Department of Agriculture).
D. United States Small Business Administration and United States Department of Agriculture
When the United States Small Business Administration and/or United States Department of Agriculture
has implemented its disaster program(s) independent of a Presidential declaration, individuals,
businesses, private non-profit agencies, and/or the agricultural community, will be instructed to file an
application directly with their local United States Small Business Administration and/or United States
Department of Agriculture office.
VI. DOCUMENTATION
Documentation is key to recovering eligible emergency response and recovery costs. Damage
assessment documentation will be critical in establishing the basis for eligibility of disaster
assistance programs.
Under the California Disaster Assistance Act, documentation is required for damage sustained to the
public and related resources, such as:
Public buildings.
Levees.
Flood control works.
Irrigation works.
County roads.
City streets.
Bridges; and
Other public works.
Under federal disaster assistance programs, documentation must be obtained regarding damages
sustained to resources such as:
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Roads.
Water control facilities.
Public buildings and related equipment.
Public utilities.
Facilities under construction.
Recreational and park facilities.
Educational institutions; and
Certain private non-profit facilities.
Documentation items can include any and/or all of the following:
receipts,
photos,
written summaries,
deadline dates and information,
GPS coordinates, if relevant,
and any other information that might be deemed helpful.
Debris removal and emergency response costs incurred by the affected entities should also be
documented for potential cost recovery through state and federal programs. The documenting
information should include the location and extent of damage, and estimates of costs for: debris
removal, emergency work, and repairing or replacing damaged facilities to a non-vulnerable and
mitigated condition. The cost of compliance with building codes for new construction, repair, and
restoration should also be documented. The cost of improving facilities may be provided in cost
estimates for possible federal mitigation program funding.
Documentation is a key to recovering expenditures related to emergency response and recovery
operations. For the City of San Luis Obispo documentation should begin at the field response level and
continue throughout the operation of their Emergency Operations Center and/or other emergency
management coordination efforts or functions as the disaster unfolds.
The City of San Luis Obispo has the responsibility for completion and submittal of the required
documents for both state and federal assistance programs.
The City is encouraged to develop documentation protocols that can meet both ongoing community
requirements and provide enough documentation to justify claims for Cal OES, FEMA and insurance.
For example, the development of fund codes within the accounting and budget processes that relate to FEMA
eligibility requirements is encouraged. This way, eligible overtime and other expenses can be documented
separately from day to day costs. Focus should be placed on ensuring that information about where work
occurred, what equipment was utilized, and how the time and work effort was related to the disaster event is
documented and maintained. If the event does end up in a federal declaration, eligible overtime and
emergency expenditures are easily separated and justified for eligible activities and work sites.
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VII. DISASTER ASSISTANCE PROCESS FOR PUBLIC AGENCIES
The assistance process for individual assistance naturally requires that people in need of assistance
register directly with recovery agencies, such as FEMA. Information on how to do so is provided after a
disaster for which recovery and other assistance is available.
For the City of San Luis Obispo, there is a specific process in place to begin and go through the recovery
process which of course differs from the individual assistance programs.
A. Public Assistance Program Responsibilities
The City of San Luis Obispo has the responsibility for completion and submittal of the required
documents for both state and federal public assistance programs (note that the term “public” in this
context refers to public agencies verses individuals. Assistance for individuals is generally referred to as
"individual assistance". Overviews of certain individual assistance programs are contained later in this
part of the EMP).
The San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services (OES) is the primary agency for coordinating
the initial completion of the public assistance program applications and supporting materials for County
government. County OES may also serve as the initial primary contact for state and federal field
representatives. The City of San Luis Obispo emergency management representatives complete the
application process and provide supporting materials to state and federal representatives for their
jurisdictions. The City of San Luis Obispo may assign a representative from their departments to
complete application materials and initially coordinate with state and federal representatives.
B. Project Worksheet
Once the County OES Project Application is received, a joint state/federal inspection team may come
into the requesting jurisdiction to perform a Project Worksheet. The Project Worksheet identifies the
scope of work and the quantitative estimate of cost of each work project. The inspection team prepares
a Project Worksheet data sheet for each project listed on the List of Projects. A project means all work
performed at a single site.
Any damage not shown to the inspection team during its initial visit must be reported to the DHS/FEMA
Region IX Director, through the Governor's Authorized Representative (GAR), within 60 days following
the completion of the initial visit.
Within 45 days of receipt of the application for federal public assistance, the Project Worksheets are
reviewed by DHS/FEMA and a decision to obligate the funds will be rendered. Once the projects are
approved, CalOES must submit quarterly progress reports to DHS/FEMA.
Supplements to the original application may be approved for substantial errors or omissions,
overruns/under runs caused by variations in unit prices (cost adjustments) and changed site
conditions/scope adjustments. Changes to small projects will normally be adjusted at the time of final
inspection or an offsetting procedure will be implemented. Supplements should be requested at the
earliest possible time and prior to completion of the work in question. Requests for a change in scope
must be filed prior to work commencement on a "Damage Verification Form."
If the City of San Luis Obispo does not agree with the inspection team's estimate, the City of San Luis
Obispo may indicate its non-concurrence with the Project Worksheet. In addition to indicating non-
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concurrence on the Project Worksheet form, the City of San Luis Obispo may also submit a letter of non-
concurrence to CalOES. In this letter, include the reasons why the City of San Luis Obispo disagrees with
the inspection team's estimate. Provide as much supporting documentation as possible. CalOES will
generally recommend that DHS/FEMA review the Project Worksheet to reinstate eligible costs before
the Project Worksheet is approved. The letter to CalOES should include the disaster number, the City of
San Luis Obispo’s federal Project Application Number (PA Number), and the Project Worksheet
number(s).
For tracking and accounting purposes, projects are classified as either "small projects" or "large
projects." A large project is a project above a certain approved estimate of costs; contact CalOES for the
maximum amount used to delineate a large project from a small project.
Once the Cal OES Project Application is received, a joint state/federal inspection team may come into the
requesting jurisdiction to perform a Project Worksheet 90-91 (PW) ). The Project Worksheet is also referred to
as the 90-91. The Project Worksheet 90-91 (PW) identifies the scope of work and the quantitative estimate of
cost of each work project. The inspection team prepares a Project Worksheet 90-91 (PW) data sheet for each
project listed on the List of Projects. A project means all work performed at a single site; this can also include
grouping, for example, a short stretch of roadway with multiple sites into one project. Beginning in Fiscal Year
2017, local jurisdictions began working directly with FEMA on their Project Worksheet 90-91 Project
Worksheet (PW) ) following the joint inspection team visit, instead of solely through CalOES.
Any damage not shown to the inspection team during its initial visit must be reported to the DHS/FEMA
Region IX Director, through the Governor's Authorized Representative (GAR), within 60 days following the
completion of the initial visit.
Within 45 days of receipt of the application for federal public assistance, the Project Worksheet (PW) s are
reviewed by DHS/FEMA and a decision to obligate the funds will be rendered. Once the projects are
approved, Cal OES, with input from local applicants, must submit quarterly progress reports to DHS/FEMA.
Supplements to the original application may be approved for substantial errors or omissions, overruns/under
runs caused by variations in unit prices (cost adjustments), and changed site conditions/scope adjustments.
Changes to small projects will normally be adjusted at the time of final inspection or an offsetting procedure
will be implemented. Supplements should be requested at the earliest possible time and prior to completion
of the work in question. Requests for a change in scope must be filed prior to work commencement on a
"Damage Verification Form."
If the City does not agree with the inspection team's estimate, the jurisdiction may indicate its non-
concurrence with the Project Worksheet 90-91 (PW) ). In addition to indicating non-concurrence on the
Project Worksheet (PW) form, the jurisdiction may also submit a letter of non-concurrence to Cal OES. In this
letter, include the reasons the jurisdictions disagrees with the inspection team's estimate. Provide as much
supporting documentation as possible. Cal OES will generally recommend that DHS/FEMA review the Project
Worksheet (PW) to reinstate eligible costs before the Project Worksheet (PW) is approved. The letter to Cal
OES should include the disaster number, the San Luis Obispo County's Federal Project Application Number (PA
Number), and the Project Worksheet 90-91 (PW). It is very important to review the Project Worksheet 90-91
(PW) very carefully to ensure concurrence, as a project approval can’t easily be changed once concurrence
has occurred.
Note: This process can take substantially longer than 45 days if FEMA and City disagree about damages
and/or what is considered to return something to its pre-existing condition.
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For tracking and accounting purposes, projects are classified as either "small projects" or "large projects." A
large project is a project above a certain approved estimate of costs. As of Fiscal Year 2018, any project with a
cost of $125,500 or more was a figure used on a federal disaster to designate a large project from a small
project. This figure may change from year to year.
“Close-by” damages of the same nature may be consolidated into one Project Worksheet, so reporting any
amount of damage deemed feasible to report should be included in any damage assessment cost estimate.
Since for purposes of state and Federal disaster damage assessment and recovery all jurisdictions within the
Operational Area will be totaled by FEMA, Cal OES, or other Federal or State disaster agency, as many costs as
possible should be reported, as it will assist in reaching reimbursement thresholds. FEMA may also decide to
combine “like” projects into a single Project Worksheet90-91 (PW) .
If a site / project is deemed ineligible by Cal OES or FEMA, but believed to be eligible by the City, a, Project
Worksheet with zero cost should be created so that the decision can be appealed later.
For large projects over a certain cost, a construction monitoring program must be implemented.
C. Work Project Funding
To receive payment, the sub-grantee (City of San Luis Obispo) must have a resolution that designates an
authorized representative, filed a CalOES Project Application, and have a Vendor Data Record. Work
project funding is subject to DHS/FEMA/State Agreement and 75 %/25 % federal/state and local costs
shares, as established as the minimum under the Stafford Act. Funding of improved projects is subject
to the Governor's Authorized Representative's (GAR) approval.
• Project Thresholds
FEMA establishes a minimum project threshold for each fiscal year. The threshold applies to incidents
declared in that fiscal year.
As of Fiscal Year 2018, the minimum amount of damages for which FEMA will process a Project
Worksheet is $3,140. However, any reportable damage and estimated costs can be helpful in
determining if damages sustained throughout the City,and will reach the level necessary to obtain
State or Federal disaster assistance.
Payments for administrative allowances and small projects are automatic advance payments
(after supplement approval). Payments for large projects must be requested on a "Request for
Reimbursement" form. Reimbursement payments are sent in the form of progress payments,
with 25 % usually withheld until after final inspection or audit.
D. Completion Deadlines
The following deadlines have been established for each work category:
Debris Clearance 6 Months*
Emergency Work 6 Months*
Permanent Work 18 Months*
* Dates established from date of major disaster declaration.
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The Governor's Authorized Representative may extend deadlines, when justified, as follows:
Debris Clearance 6 Months
Emergency Work 6 Months
Permanent Work 30 Months
DHS/FEMA may extend the deadline beyond these dates, with adequate justification. Costs are allowed
only to date of last approved time extension.
E. Eligibility Requirements
• Replacement versus Repair
The question of whether an eligible facility is damaged to the point where the applicant thinks the
facility should be replaced rather than repaired, FEMA applies a “50% Rule” to determine the eligibility
of replacement as opposed to repair work.
The 50% Rule is summarized as follows:
If the Repair Cost divided by the Replacement Cost is less than 50 percent, then only
the repair cost is eligible.
If the Repair Cost divided by the Replacement Cost is greater than 50 percent, then
the replacement cost is eligible.
Repair cost equals the cost of repair of damaged components only. The cost does not
include eligible codes and standards upgrades, demolition, site work, or applicable project
management costs.
Replacement cost equals the cost of reconstructing the facility and includes current codes
and standards upgrades.
• Eligible Work:
Must be a direct result of the disaster
Must be in a designated disaster area
Must be the legal responsibility of an eligible applicant
Work can be deemed ineligible if there is found to be an applicant negligence,
deferred maintenance or pre-existing damage. It is important for eligible applicants
to ensure that routine maintenance is taken care of and documented in advance of a
disaster. Applicants are responsible for obtaining all necessary state and federal
permits and should not begin work until FEMA has completed any necessary
environmental or historic review processes.
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• Eligible Costs:
All costs associated with recovery must be reasonable and necessary. Costs must also comply with state
and local procurement standards and not be contingent above state and/or federal funding. It is
imperative to track all costs, even if you do not believe them to be reimbursable.
Overtime and associated wage additive costs for emergency response personnel.
Regular work hours for permanent work.
Actual travel and per diem.
Supplies, materials, and equipment (including rental).
Repair, permanent restoration, and replacement costs for public facilities.
The cost of basic engineering services when necessary for construction projects.
Indirect and administrative costs (10% of total approved state share).
Costs for work performed under interagency assistance agreements for which an
eligible applicant is legally obligated to pay; and
The local cost share required under federal public assistance programs is typically
25%. However, the 25% share may be partially offset by State disaster recovery funds
if a State emergency proclamation is made and allows for such funding. This can
equate into the federal share of 75% being paid and, if State funding is authorized,
the state paying 75% of the remaining 25%. If federal pays 75% and state pays 75% of
the remaining 25% that equates to the local share typically being about 6.25%.
F. Contracts and Procurement
An important area to note regarding eligible costs is contracts and procurement. It is vitally important
that jurisdictions follow federal and local procurement standards and competitively bid emergency
work (more stringent of the standards must be followed).
Specifically, time and materials contracts should be avoided, particularly once an incident passes the 70-
hour mark.
The following documents should be retained for audit purposes on all contracts:
Contract.
Requests for bids, proposals or quotes.
Bid documents/specs.
Bid advertisement.
List of bidders; and
Invoices, cancelled checks, purchase orders, and inspection records.
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G. Emergency Procurement Procedures
One way local jurisdictions can meet FEMA procurement requirements is by creating specific emergency
procurement procedures that address rapid acquisitions, as well as more competitive acquisitions, when time
allows. By establishing processes and expectations ahead of time to ensure that competitive acquisition
processes are implemented as soon as practicable, it will help avoid problems with FEMA reimbursement.
H. Donated Resources:
In Presidentially declared disasters, donated resources applied to actual eligible emergency work such as
debris removal or the filling and placing of sandbags are eligible to offset the 25% State and local cost share for
emergency work (Categories A and B). However, resources or materials provided by a Federal agency cannot
be credited. The donated services must be documented by written record and must include a description of
work and record of hours worked by work site.
Volunteer labor will be valued at the same hourly labor rate as a jurisdiction employee performing similar
work. If the jurisdiction does not have employees performing similar work, then the rate should be consistent
with those ordinarily performing the work in the same labor market.
The value for donated equipment should be determined by using the applicable FEMA equipment rate and
multiplying it by the number of hours the piece of equipment was used to perform eligible emergency work.
Standby time is not eligible for credit.
I. Project Closeout
Project closeout occurs when the City certifies that all work has been completed. Large projects are closed out
individually. Small projects are closed out together when the last project has been completed. The City should
notify CountyOES immediately as each large project is completed and after completion of the last small
project. Since small projects are paid up front, additional funding may be requested if the total sum of the
small projects is greater than the amount that was paid up front. This request MUST be made within 180 days
from the approved deadline of the last small project to be eligible.
J. Audits
There are three types of audits associated with FEMA based recovery funds:
Capacity Audits – This audit is initiated within the first year of the disaster declaration
date.
Early Warning Audits – This audit is initiated midway through the project process. It may
or may not include grants that already had Capacity Audits
Traditional Audits – This audit is initiated after the applicant has completed all projects
and FEMA has approved the final close-out.
These audits are performed by the Federal Office of Inspector General (OIG). OIG cannot show up to audit you
without representation from Cal OES or FEMA.
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These audits typically include costs related to the scope of work, procurement procedures, contract costs,
labor, materials and equipment costs and duplicative recovery costs.
The record retention requirement is generally three years beyond the time a local jurisdiction receives a
Cal OES “audit waver” letter, however other regulations may require a longer retention period – work
with your agency’s finance or audit staff on this issue when close out time arrives. If possible, as soon as
audit regulations allow, records should be destroyed. This is because OIG can come back even after that
point and request records for auditing; that is, if regulations allow records to be destroyed three years
following CalOES or other official notice of project closeout and four years later OIG gives notice of an
audit, if records still exist they must be given to the OIG.
K. Appeals
The appeals process is the opportunity for applicants to request reconsideration of decisions regarding the
provision of assistance. The appeal must be filed with the State within 60 days of receipt of notice of the
action or decision being appealed. The State will review the appeal and submit it to FEMA for consideration.
The appeal can be done at two levels. The first level appeal is to the FEMA Regional Director. The second level
appeal is to the Assistant Director at FEMA Headquarters.
L. Post-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
Overview: Administered by FEMA through CalOES, the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program provides grants
following a disaster to state and local governments, Indian tribes, and certain non-profit organizations to
develop plans and implement long-term hazard mitigation measures.
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Authority and Administration: The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
is authorized under Sections 322 and 404 of the Stafford Act. Federal funding becomes available only
after the President signs a major disaster declaration. It is the only mitigation program that requires the
local government to proclaim an emergency prior to implementation.
The amount of funding available is based on a percentage of the federal share of the aggregate disaster
costs for public and individual assistance.
As manager of the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, CalOES is responsible for soliciting program
interest, helping potential applicants develop applications, establishing deadlines for applications,
providing technical assistance, establishing funding priorities and forwarding selected projects to FEMA
for approval based on those priorities. CalOES posts grant applications instructions and deadlines on the
website for a limited time following a federal declaration of a disaster.
Sub-grantees are notified by mail when FEMA has approved the grant for funding. This notification
includes instructions to request payment of the funds.
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VIII. HAZARD MITIGATION – PLANNING AND PREVENTION
Hazard mitigation involves the ongoing identification of potential risks and hazards to the community,
and development of effective pre-disaster mitigation strategies for the purpose of reducing potential
impacts. Hazard mitigation planning is accomplished through advance planning and preparedness.
Hazard mitigation is addressed through a variety of methods, many through the planning process. Hazard
mitigation may also be accomplished through emergency planning by addressing threats and developing
contingency plans for the threats.
Additional mitigation occurs through ongoing prevention efforts, such as those coordinated through
efforts such as public works flood control programs.
A. City of San Luis Obispo Local Hazard Mitigation
The City of San Luis Obispo is in the process of updating their Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. It is expected
the DRAFT plan will be submitted to CalOES in calendar year 2019.
B. Hazard Mitigation Grant Programs
Hazard mitigation programs are what the name implies – programs intended to mitigate the effect of
future disasters.
Following a presidential disaster declaration, the federal Hazard Mitigation Grant Program is activated.
The program's purpose is to fund projects which are cost effective and which substantially reduce the
risk of future damage, hardship, loss, or suffering resulting from a major natural disaster. Grants are
available to eligible applicants in the declared areas only and are delivered as either part of a Public
Assistance grant or as a standalone measure. Mitigation projects must be cost effective and represent a
solution to a problem.
As of the date of this EMP, the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funding amount is based upon a 15%
share of the DHS/FEMA estimate of all Project Worksheets for public assistance work performed, and
Individual Assistance costs. That is, if damages are estimated to be $1,000,000, $150,000 may also be
made available for hazard mitigation. However, the hazard mitigation programs do change, thus the
percentages and other requirements and conditions may change in future disasters.
The federal contribution can be up to 75% of the cost of the hazard mitigation project approved for
funding, with applicants providing matching funding through a combination of either state, local, or
private resources. Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funds cannot be used as the sole match for other
federally funded programs.
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Two types of Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Grants: The table below describes the two types of
grants available under Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.
Grant Type Description Criteria
Planning Seven (7) percent of Hazard
Mitigation Grant Program funds may
be used for planning and for the state
to use for development of state,
tribal and local mitigation plans.
States that develop a comprehensive,
enhanced mitigation plan are eligible
for additional funds for mitigation
projects.
To receive funding a hazard mitigation
plan must:
Identify the natural hazards, risks
and vulnerabilities of areas in states,
localities, and tribal areas.
Support development of local
mitigation plans.
Provide for technical assistance to
local tribal governments for
mitigation planning.
Identify and prioritize mitigation
actions that the State will support, as
resources become available.
Project The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
is a competitive program that funds
cost-effective local and state
mitigation measures.
By regulation, Hazard Mitigation
Grant Program projects must meet
the minimum eligibility criteria, be
consistent with the state and local
hazard mitigation plans, and meet
the guidelines and principles
established for a disaster.
To comply with the minimum eligibility
criteria the project must:
Solve a problem independently or
contribute to a solution where there
is assurance the project will be
completed.
Meet all applicable codes and
standards.
Demonstrate cost-eff ectiveness.
Comply with federal
requirements and regulations.
C. Hazard Mitigation Grant Process
Following each Presidential declaration of Emergency or Major Disaster, the Regional Director of
DHS/FEMA and the Governor execute a document called the federal/state agreement. In past disasters,
this Agreement includes appropriate provisions for hazard mitigation. Under the "typical paragraph" set
out to serve this purpose, the state agrees to:
Evaluate or have the applicant evaluate the natural hazards in the disaster area and
make appropriate recommendations to mitigate them.
Follow up with applicants to ensure that the appropriate hazard mitigation actions are
taken.
Follow up with applicants to ensure that the appropriate hazard mitigation plan or plans
are developed and submitted to the DHS/FEMA Regional Director for concurrence.
Review and update as necessary disaster mitigation portions of emergency plans.
A Hazard Mitigation Coordinator (HMC) is appointed for the state and the City of San Luis Obispo. These
individuals will constitute the Hazard Mitigation Team which will:
Identify significant hazards in the affected areas giving priority to disaster-related
hazards.
Evaluate impacts of these hazards and measures which will mitigate their impacts.
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Recommend appropriate hazard mitigation measures.
The Hazard Mitigation Team uses information from Project Worksheets, and visits to selected sites
where significant damage has occurred. The state and City of San Luis Obispo representatives on the
Hazard Mitigation Team are responsible for ensuring that there is adequate consultation among
interested federal, state, and local parties.
The Hazard Mitigation Team also prepares a Hazard Mitigation Plan which is submitted to the DHS/FEMA
Regional Director through the Governor's Authorized Representative (GAR) within 180 days after a
Presidential declaration. The objectives of the Plan are to:
Recommend hazard mitigation measures for local, state, and federal agencies.
Establish short-term and long-term planning frameworks for implementation of hazard
mitigation efforts.
Eligible applicants include state agencies, local governments, and private non-profit organizations which
own or operate facilities providing essential government services. Essential government services include
educational facilities, utilities, emergency services, medical services, custodial care, etc. Although Hazard
Mitigation Grant Program funds are based on a percentage of Public Assistance funding, awards are not
limited to public projects, but must be sponsored by an eligible public entity.
Most types of hazard mitigation projects are eligible, provided they meet basic project eligibility. The
priorities of funding will be established by the CalOES. Eligible projects must be cost effective and
substantially reduce the risk of future damage, hardship, loss, or suffering resulting from natural
disasters.
Eligible projects must: be consistent with the community's long-range hazard mitigation planning goals.
represent signifi cant risk if left unresolved.
address, when applicable, long-term changes to the areas and entities it protects, and
have manageable future maintenance and modification requirements.
comply with all applicable codes and standards for the project local e.
have a direct beneficial impact upon the designated disaster area.
not fund personnel only - except for short-term projects which will result in long-term
benefits.
not cost more than the anticipated value of the reduction in both direct damages and
subsequent negative impacts were future disasters to occur.
provide solutions, rather than merely identify or analyze hazards, unless such constitutes
a functional portion of a solution; and
provide the most practical, effective, and environmentally sound solution, given a well-
considered range of options.
Certain actions, policies and procedures are necessary for implementing Section 406 (Minimum
Standards for Public and Private Structures) of the Federal Disaster Relief Act of 1974 (Public Law 93-288)
following a Presidential declaration of Emergency or Major Disaster, which covers hazard mitigation. It
also assigns hazard mitigation responsibilities to various elements of federal, state, and local
governments in California. Section 406 of Public Law 93-288 requires, as a condition to receiving federal
disaster aid, for repairs and reconstruction be done in accordance with applicable codes, specifications
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and standards. It also requires that the state or local government recipient of federal aid evaluate the
natural hazards of the area in which the aid is to be used, and take action to mitigate them, including
safe land use and construction practices.
D. Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000
The Federal Emergency Management Agency's Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA 2000) requires that
by November 2004 a local, approved hazard mitigation plan must be in place in order to receive Hazard
Mitigation Grant Program funds. Specifically, title 44 CFR Subpart 201.6 states "…a local government
must have a mitigation plan approved pursuit to this section in order to receive Hazard Mitigation Grant
Program project grants...."These plans must be submitted, via the state, to DHS/FEMA and approved by
November 1, 2004.”
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VIII. AFTER ACTION/IMPROVEMENT REPORT
The National Incident Management System and the Standardized Emergency Management System
regulations require any city, city and county, or county declaring a local emergency for which the
Governor proclaims a State of Emergency, to complete and transmit an after-action report to OEM
within 90 days of the close of the incident period.
The after-action report will provide, at a minimum, the following:
response actions taken.
application of the National Incident Management System/Standardized Emergency
Management System.
suggested modifications to National Incident Management System/Standardized
Emergency Management System.
necessary modifications to plans and procedures.
training needs; and
recovery activities to date.
The after-action report serves as a source for helping to document the City of San Luis Obispo’s
emergency response activities and identifying areas of concern and success. It can also be utilized to
develop a work plan for implementing improvements.
An after-action report will be a composite document for all National Incident Management
System/Standardized Emergency Management System levels, providing a broad perspective of the
incident, referencing more detailed documents, and addressing all areas specified in the National
Incident Management System/Standardized Emergency Management System regulations.
It will include an overview of the incident, including enclosures, and will also address specific areas of the
response, if necessary. It will be coordinated with, but not encompass, hazard mitigation. Hazard
mitigation efforts may be included in the “recovery actions to date” portion of the after-action report.
The San Luis Obispo City Manager will be responsible coordinating the completion of the City of San Luis
Obispo’s after action reports which do fall under a specific discipline (such as fire, law enforcement, etc.)
including forwarding it to the State Office of Emergency Services within the required 90 day period.
County OEM and/or related agencies may coordinate with the City of San Luis Obispo in completion of
the after-action report. Emergency managers for each affected Operational Area jurisdiction will be
responsible for submitting the jurisdiction’s report to the CalOES Southern Region within the 90-day
period. The reported may incorporate information from special districts.
The City of San Luis Obispo’s after-action report’s primary audience will be public agency employees,
including management.
The after-action reports should be written in simple and brief language and geared to the primary
audience. Data for the after-action report may be collected from sources such as questionnaires,
Response Information Management System documents, other documents developed during the disaster
response, and interviews of emergency responders.
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CHECKLIST – Recovery Unit Leader
Short Term Recovery:
Ensure the following actions are being completed:
The initial actions for short term recovery center on accurate situational awareness and getting a recovery
group organized. When there is a disaster event that is of such a magnitude that coordination efforts will be
needed for recovery, implement the following actions:
Establish the Recovery Unit (part of Finance/Administration Section)
Have departments collect information on their ability to sustain agency operations.
Develop staffing pattern for the Recovery Operations Organization
Collect information from rapid damage assessment on damages, duration and impact from
the following:
o Utility Providers
o Social, medical and health services
o Transportation routes and services
o Debris issues
o San Luis Obispo County and city/special district government operations
o Private sector retail and wholesale providers
o Schools
o Others
Develop initial short term and long term recovery objectives
Refer to hazard specific plans for information
Match short term recovery Operational Period with EOC Operational Period
Develop information for the public on the recovery process and progress
Develop a plan to assign personnel to sustain the recovery effort.
Coordinate with the Operational Area, other local jurisdictions and the State on their
recovery efforts.
Begin developing a plan to transition from response to recovery.
Long Term Recovery:
Ensure the following actions are completed during long term recovery:
As emergency issues are resolved and the community works to return to the new post disaster “normal”, the
general priority is to continue accurate situational awareness and to sustain the recovery group operations. As
the community transitions to long term recovery, implement the following actions:
Ensure sufficient and knowledgeable people are assigned to the Recovery Unit.
Continue to collect information on progress, duration and impact from the following:
o Utility providers
o Social, medical and health services
o Transportation routes and services
o Debris issues
o San Luis Obispo County and city/special district government operations
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o Private sector retail and wholesale providers
o Schools
o Others
Develop long term recovery objectives.
Determine appropriate Recovery Operational Period with Plans Section Coordinator.
Continue to coordinate with the Operational Area, adjacent counties and the state.
Seek regional coordination and solutions where appropriate.
Develop a group to develop the Community Recovery Plan.
Facilitate public involvement in the recovery process.
Look for public/private partnerships to strengthen recovery efforts.
Utilize mitigation plans for ways to build resiliency.
Establish work groups based either on geographic or function need.
Continue to provide information for the public on the recovery progress.
Coordinate recovery planning efforts with existing community general plans.
Each department/agency should have a point of contact from their Finance Section who will be responsible
for coordination of finance related activities to ensure cost recovery:
Ensure documentation of costs, including receipts, photos and relevant details.
When requested, provide copies of all financial documents or reports (pay sheets, checks,
etc.) regarding damage and expenditures to the department/agency point of contact or
Recovery Unit Leader.
Generate necessary financial reports such as payroll records .
Assist the department/agency point of contact or Recovery U nit Leader during any state
or federal audits.
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Rapid Damage Estimate
City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center
Department
Location:
Form Completed By:
Date:
Time:
Type
Minor Damage <30%
Major Damage >30%
Destroyed
Single Family
Dwelling
Multi Family Dwelling
Mobile Home
Private Business
Public Agency
School
Road
Bridge
*List number of buildings for each category.
*Attach sample photos, if possible.
Additional Information:
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Initial Damage Assessment
City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Operations Center
Department: Location: Date: Time:
Time Address Damage Type Insurance Details
Affected
Minor
Major
Destroyed
Private
Public
Yes
No
Affected
Minor
Major
Destroyed
Private
Public
Yes
No
Affected
Minor
Major
Destroyed
Private
Public
Yes
No
Affected
Minor
Major
Destroyed
Private
Public
Yes
No
The Initial Damage Estimate provides information for Cal OES to determine if state and/or federal disaster
assistance is warranted and to what external resources are needed. An Initial Damage Estimate should be
provided concurrently with request for assistance. Not providing this information promptly can delay
assistance. An Initial Damage Estimate is completed by the City and forwarded to County OES for submittal to
Cal OES. The Initial Damage Estimate should be completed on the form provided on Cal OES’s website at
http://caloes.ca.gov/cal-oes-divisions/recovery/forms. The Initial Damage Estimate should provide reasonable
estimates of the damage caused by the disaster.
This documentation must be submitted to Cal OES within ten days of the end of the incident, but the sooner it
is submitted the better. Local jurisdictions should submit their documentation to County OES within 48 hours,
whenever possible.
AFFECTED—Habitable. Structure is damaged but usable for its intended purposes.
MINOR—Currently uninhabitable, Structure may be repaired and made safe in a short amount of time
MAJOR—Currently uninhabitable. Structure received substantial damage and will take a considerable
time to repair but is economically feasible to repair.
DESTROYED—Permanently uninhabitable. Structure has received considerable damage and repair is not
economically or technically feasible.
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Damage Estimate Overview
REPORT
DATE: TIME: (24-Hrs.)
JURISDICTION:
DESCRIPTION TOTALS FISCAL
TOTALS COMMENTS
PERSONS: Dead
Injured
Displaced
SUB-TOTAL:
HOMES: Damaged
or Destroyed:
TOTAL DAMAGE ESTIMATE $
BUSINESSES-Destroyed: Large
Small
BUSINESSES-Damaged: Large
Small
SUB-TOTAL:
AGRICULTURE: Acres
Dairy
Crops
Orchard
Nursery
SUB-TOTAL:
GOV’T LOSSES:
Community Development
Utilities
Attorney
Finance
Administration
Public Works
Law Enforcement
Recreation
Fire Department
SERVICES INTERUPTED:
Communications
Gas / Electricity
Water
SUB-TOTAL:
TOTALS
Private Homes $ Est.
Public Businesses $ Est.
Government Property $ Est.
GRAND TOTAL $ $ 0
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REVISION PAGE
This Section is for Plan Holders to record the posting of each Official Plan Revision’s made by the City
of San Luis Obispo. Please enter the revision number, the pages, the date the revision was posted,
and the name of the person posting the revision.
Revision # Pages Changed Date Name
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1. All EOC Staff
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: All EOC Staff
2. Responsibilities: This checklist, including the following Activation, Operational and
Deactivation Phase Activities, should be completed by all positions in the Emergency
Operations Center (EOC). Reference this and your position specific checklist (found
later in this Section) in EOC activities.
All EOC Staff Checklist
Activation Phase
Ensure all pre-designated notifications are made.
Maintain a log of events and document all activities. ICS Form 214
Review position responsibilities and clarify any issues regarding your authority and
assignment.
Verify contact information.
Determine potential issues for your Section or Branch based on the nature, scope and
severity of the emergency.
Review applicable sections of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Comprehensive Disaster
Leadership Plan.
Assess the status of your Section or Branch available resources.
Contact counterpart in the Operational Area EOC and establish lines of
communication.
Operational Phase
Refer all contacts with the media to the Public Information Officer (PIO).
Provide input to the Incident Action Plan (IAP), implement the objectives of your
Section and monitor progress.
Report situation status and resource status to the Situation/Status Unit.
Maintain accurate records on the use of personnel, equipment and material and all
other expenditures.
Ensure personnel are prepared for the possibility of continuous 24-hour operations.
Advise your Section Coordinator on issues affecting recovery.
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Operational Phase (continued)
Participate in recovery planning and operations as needed and ensure requested
activities do not pose a health threat to your Section or Branch emergency workers.
Brief your relief at shift change, ensuring that ongoing activities are identified, and
follow-up requirements are known.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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2. COMMAND STAFF
A. Description and Organizational Chart
1. The Command Staff consists of those responsible for the overall management of the
emergency. This group includes the Emergency Services Director (City Manager),
Deputy Emergency Services Director (Assistant City Manager) Command Group and
Command Staff. The responsibilities of the Command Staff are:
a. Manage EOC functions and coordinate the overall response/recovery effort,
including prioritizing, decision-making, coordination, tasking, and conflict
resolution within the EOC.
b. Inform the Mayor and City Council.
c. Report to State CalOES through the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County)
EOC.
d. Inter-jurisdictional coordination.
e. Activation, including notification and recall, and deactivation of the EOC.
f. Emergency public information dissemination.
g. Provide information, expertise and advice to the Emergency Services Director
and the Command group.
2. The Command Staff include Public Information Officer (PIO), Liaison Officer,
Safety/Security Officer, and Legal Officer. Command Staff support is intended to
provide information, expertise and advice to the Emergency Services Director and the
Command Group. Some key responsibilities are:
a. Emergency public information.
b. Rumor Control and Public Inquiry.
c. Legal counsel.
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3. The advisors participate in the EOC at the request of the Emergency Services Director.
The following organizational chart details the Command Staff:
Emergency Services Director
City Manager
Public Information
Officer
Liaison Officer
Emergency Operations Center
Safety and Security Officer
EWEC
Deputy ESD
Assistant City
Manager
Deputy Fire Chief
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B. Emergency Services Director
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: Emergency Services Director
Alternate: Assistant City Manager, or as appointed
The Emergency Services Director directs emergency management operations. The
Emergency Services Director also ensures contact is made and maintained with the San
Luis Obispo County Operational Area EOC and the Incident Command Post (if activated).
Additionally, the Emergency Services Director develops and maintains all jurisdictional
plans and procedures pertaining to emergency response and recovery.
2. Responsibilities
a. Establish the appropriate staffing level for the EOC and continuously monitor
organizational effectiveness ensuring that appropriate modifications occur as
required.
b. Exercise overall management responsibility for the coordination between
Emergency Response Agencies within the City of San Luis Obispo. Ensure that all
jurisdiction agency actions are accomplished within the priorities established.
c. Ensure that inter-agency coordination is accomplished effectively within the EOC.
d. Declare, or request the declaration of, a Local Emergency in accordance with the
jurisdiction’s policy as found in the Basic Plan Section of the City of San Luis
Obispo’s Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan.
Emergency Services Director Checklist
Activation Phase Actions
Notify Mayor and City Council of incident and activation of EOC.
Ensure that Section Position Logs (ICS Form 214) and other necessary files are
maintained.
Determine which sections are needed, assign Section Coordinators as appropriate and
ensure they are staffing their sections as required.
o Operations Section Coordinator
o Planning/Intelligence Section Coordinator
o Logistics Section Coordinator
o Finance/Administration Section Coordinator
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Activation Phase Actions (continued)
o Public Information Officer
o Liaison Officer
o Safety/Security Officer
Legal Officer Request that the Public Information Officer (PIO) coordinate the
dissemination of all emergency information, press releases and public statements, to
prevent conflicting information, misinformation and the initiation of rumors, as
appropriate to the type of emergency confronting the jurisdiction.
Determine which Command Section positions are required and ensure that they are
filled as soon as possible.
Schedule the initial Incident Action Plan (IAP) Planning meeting.
Provide a situation briefing to the Command Group.
Confer with the EOC Staff to determine what agency representation is needed at the
EOC from other jurisdictions, the County, special districts and other emergency
response agencies.
Ensure that the EOC activation level is coordinated with the Operational Area (San Luis
Obispo County).
Ensure all pre-designated notifications are made as appropriate to the event and
activation level.
Ensure alerting and call-in of key personnel from all jurisdiction agencies/departments
as necessary.
Ensure the EOC facility is operational, including access routes, communication lines,
utilities, etc.
Assume management of the EOC and declare the EOC operational at the appropriate
level once staffing is adequate.
Operational Phase Actions
Provide briefings to Section Coordinators, when activated.
If little or no damage is reported in the City of San Luis Obispo, ensure preparations are
made to support more heavily damaged jurisdictions through the Operational Area (San
Luis Obispo County) EOC.
In conjunction with the PIO, conduct news conferences and review media releases for
final approval, following the established procedure for information releases and media
briefings.
Ensure that the Liaison Officer is providing for and maintaining effective interagency
coordination.
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Based on current status reports, establish initial strategic objectives for the EOC.
Operational Phase Actions (continued)
Ensure the Planning/Intelligence Coordinator conducts periodic briefings for all EOC
Staff.
Establish demobilization criteria for deactivation of EOC and review periodically.
Ensure that the Planning/Intelligence and Finance/Administration Sections maintain
enough documentation of EOC activities to submit appropriate reimbursement claims.
Ensure the Planning/Intelligence Coordinator keeps the Command Staff and the
Operational
Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC informed on all aspects of the emergency.
Ensure the Planning/Intelligence Coordinator keeps the Command Staff and the
Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC informed on all aspects of the
emergency.
Review status reports prior to submission to the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo
County) EOC.
Deactivation Phase Actions
Authorize the demobilization of organizational elements within the EOC when no longer
required. Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or
transferred to other EOC elements as appropriate.
Notify the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC, emergency response
agencies and other appropriate organizations of the expected planned deactivation
time.
Ensure that any open actions not yet completed will be handled after deactivation.
Deactivate the EOC at the designated time, as appropriate.
Proclaim termination of the emergency and proceed with recovery operations.
Ensure that City of San Luis Obispo staff prepares a summary of emergency response
operations and the After-Action Report and Improvement Report.
Notify the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC, emergency response
agencies and other appropriate organizations of the expected planned deactivation
time.
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C. Public Information Officer (PIO)
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: Deputy City Manager, or as appointed by the Emergency Services
Director
Alternate: As appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Emergency Services Director
The Public Information Officer (PIO) is responsible for all press and public
communications regarding Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or jurisdictional
emergency response activities. The primary role of the Communications team is to
compile and disseminate information to the public via the news media and other
communication methods.
2. Responsibilities
a. Serve as the coordination point for all media releases for the jurisdiction. Represent
the jurisdiction as the lead PIO.
b. Ensure that the public within the affected area receives complete, accurate and
consistent information about life safety procedures, public health advisories, relief
and assistance programs and other vital information.
c. Coordinate media releases with PIOs representing other affected emergency
response agencies, including the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC PIO
and other jurisdictional PIOs within the OA.
d. Organize the format for press conferences in conjunction with the Director of
Emergency Services.
PIO Checklist
Activation Phase Actions
Review this and All Staff EOC Checklists.
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Emergency Services Director.
Request a Joint Information Center (JIC) Liaison when needed.
Review public information priorities as established by the Director of Emergency
Services.
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Make initial contact with PIOs in other jurisdictions and at other government levels and
establish lines of communication, including with the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo
County) EOC.
Activation Phase Actions (continued)
Prepare initial information summary as soon as possible after arrival.
Develop a public information plan, review the plan periodically and update it as changes
occur.
Operational Phase Actions
Ensure that all information is clear, concise, confirmed and approved by the Emergency
Services Director before release to the media or public.
Determine the situation status in local city, County and State regions.
Keep the Emergency Services Director advised of all unusual requests for information
and of all major critical or unfavorable media comments. Recommend procedures or
measures to improve media relations.
Coordinate with the Situation/Status Unit, other EOC positions as required and outside
agencies to obtain and verify significant information as it is developed.
Coordinate media briefings, to include location, format, preparation and distribution of
handout materials.
Implement and maintain an overall information release program.
Provide adequate staff to answer questions from members of the media.
At the request of the Emergency Services Director, prepare media briefings for elected
officials and provide other assistance as necessary to facilitate their participation in
media briefings and press conferences.
Monitor published, broadcast, and Social Media public information for accuracy.
If the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC Hotline is activated, publicize the
telephone number to be used for public inquiries related to additional emergency
information.
Provide enough staffing and telephones to efficiently handle incoming media calls.
Coordinate with the Situation/Status Unit Leader in collecting technical information for
the public (i.e. weather reports).
Disseminate and update locations to obtain food, shelter, supplies, health services, etc.,
to the public.
Ensure that announcements, emergency information and material are translated and
prepared for non-English speaking residents.
Ensure that file copies are maintained of all information released.
Provide copies of all releases to the Emergency Services Director.
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Prepare final news releases and advise media representatives of points-of-contact for
follow-up stories.
Monitor media as an information source.
Attend meetings to update information releases.
Operational Phase Actions (continued)
Respond to special requests for information.
Ensure that the jurisdiction’s official spokespersons are thoroughly briefed about all
aspects of the emergency.
In coordination with the Care and Shelter Branch Director, prepare public information
materials relative to recovery assistance services and make available to the public.
Keep PIOs in other jurisdictions and at other government levels appraised of
information released.
Continue to release status information during the recovery phase.
Accommodate County, State and Federal information officers and assist them in
releasing information on assistance programs.
Release information on restoration of utilities and any travel restrictions still in effect.
Gather all records kept during all phases of the emergency and prepare a chronological
summary of all events, actions taken, inquires made and responses given. Collect
newspaper clippings and TV videotapes, if available.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred
to other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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D. Liaison Officer
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Emergency Services Director
The Liaison Officer oversees all Emergency Operations Center (EOC) liaison activities,
including requesting agency representatives for the EOC. The Liaison Officer also
processes requests from the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC for
representatives from the EOC and/or City Departments.
2. Responsibilities
a. Oversee all liaison activities, including coordinating outside agency
representatives assigned to the EOC.
b. Establish and maintain a central location for incoming agency representatives,
providing workspace and support as needed.
c. Ensure that position specific guidelines, policy directives, situation reports and a
copy of the Incident Action Plan (IAP) are provided to Agency Representatives
upon check-in.
d. In conjunction with the Emergency Services Director and Public Information
Officer (PIO), provide orientation briefings for VIPs and other visitors to the EOC.
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Activation Phase Actions
Review this and All Staff EOC Checklists.
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Emergency Services Director and
Planning/Intelligence Section Coordinator.
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Operational Phase Actions
Assess the need for and coordinate, if requested, liaisons from outside agencies to the
EOC.
Provide situation status information and response activity information to the agency
representatives at the EOC.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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E.Legal Officer
1.Position Description
Responsible Party: City Attorney
Alternate: Assistant City Attorney or as appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Emergency Services Director
The Legal Officer serves as legal counsel to the Emergency Services Director.
2.Responsibilities
a.Prepares proclamations, emergency ordinances, and other legal documents.
b.Advises the Emergency Services Director, Command Group, and the entire emergency
management organization as needed.
c.Commences legal proceedings as needed.
d.Enforces emergency actions.
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Activation Phase Actions
Review this and All Staff EOC Checklists.
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Emergency Services Director.
Operational Phase Actions
Establish areas of legal responsibility and/or potential liabilities.
Advise the Emergency Services Director and Command Staff on the legality and/or legal implications
of contemplated emergency actions and/or policies.
Develop the rules and regulations and laws required for acquisition and/or control of
critical resources.
Develop the necessary ordinances and regulations to provide a legal basis for evacuation
and/or population control
Commence such civil and criminal proceedings as are necessary and appropriate to implement
and enforce Incident Action Plan (IAP).
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Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized the Emergency Services Director.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and departure
from the EOC.
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F. EOC Safety/Security Officer
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: Assigned by Law Enforcement Representative
Alternate: As appointed by Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Emergency Services Director
The Safety/Security Officer is responsible for ensuring a secure environment within
the Emergency Operations Center (EOC). The Safety/Security Officer will coordinate
all safety matters in the EOC and may assist the Compensation/Claims Unit Leader
in the investigation and reporting of all Workers’ Compensation Claims.
2. Responsibilities
a. Coordinate or provide 24-hour security for the EOC.
b. Control personnel access to the EOC in accordance with policies established by
the Emergency Services Director.
c. Ensure that all buildings and other facilities used in support of the EOC are in
safe operating condition.
d. Monitor operational procedures and activities in the EOC to ensure they are
being conducted in a safe manner considering the existing situation and
conditions.
e. Stop or modify all unsafe operations outside the scope of the Incident Action
Plan (IAP), notifying the Emergency Services Director of actions taken.
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Activation Phase Actions
Review this and All Staff EOC Checklists.
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Emergency Services Director.
Determine operating location and set-up as necessary.
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Operational Phase Actions
Provide advice and guidance to the Emergency Services Director on site security
matters.
Coordinate with the Section Coordinators (or Personnel Unit, if activated) on the
verification of personnel requesting admittance to the EOC as necessary.
Ensure that all EOC Staff are wearing badges.
Ensure that all non-EOC Staff is escorted, coordinate escorts with the Emergency
Services Director or PIO.
Coordinate support staff to ensure that all facilities, including parking areas used in
support of the EOC and emergency operations, are safe and secure.
Monitor all EOC and related facility activities to ensure that there are no outside threats
to the facilities and personnel.
Evaluate conditions and advise the Emergency Services Director of any conditions
and/or actions which might compromise the security of the facility and emergency
personnel.
Monitor EOC staff for signs of stress, unsafe fatigue, etc.
Coordinate with the Logistics Section Coordinator to ensure that all facilities used in
support of the EOC and emergency operations have safe operating conditions.
Study the facility to learn the location of all fire extinguishers and emergency
procedures.
Monitor all EOC and related facility activities to ensure that they are being conducted in
as safe a manner as possible under the existing circumstances. Stop or modify any
unsafe operations.
Coordinate with the Logistics Section Coordinator to obtain assistance for any special
safety requirements.
Evaluate conditions and advice the Emergency Services Director of any conditions and
actions which might result in liability, oversights, improper response actions, etc.
Ensure safety messages and briefings are provided as needed.
Keep the Emergency Services Director advised of safety conditions.
Coordinate with Compensation/Claims Unit Leader on any personnel injury claims or
records preparation as necessary for proper case evaluation and closure.
Be familiar with any potentially hazardous conditions in the facility.
Participate in planning meetings.
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G. Deputy Emergency Services Director
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: Assistant City Manager
Alternate: As appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Emergency Services Director
2. Responsibilities
a. Facilitate the overall functioning of the City of San Luis Obispo EOC.
b. Assist and serve as an advisor to the Emergency Services Director and General
Staff as needed.
c. Providing information and guidance related to the internal functions of the EOC
and ensure compliance with Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC
emergency plans and procedures.
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Activation Phase
Assist the Emergency Services Director in determining appropriate staffing for the EOC.
Provide assistance and information regarding section staffing to all general staff.
Operational Phase
Assist the Emergency Services Director and the General Staff in developing an overall
strategic objective as well as section objectives for the Incident Action Plan (IAP).
Advise the Emergency Services Director on procedures for enacting emergency
proclamations, emergency ordinances and resolutions, and other legal requirements.
Assist the Planning/Intelligence Section in the development, continuous updating, and
execution of the EOC Incident Action Plan (IAP).
Provide overall procedural guidance to General Staff as required.
Provide general advice and guidance to the Emergency Services Director as required.
Ensure that all notifications are made to the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County)
EOC.
Ensure that all communications with appropriate emergency response agencies are
established and maintained.
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Assist Emergency Services Director in preparing for and conducting briefings with
Management Staff, the City Council, the media, and the general public.
Provide assistance with shift change activity as required.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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1. Position Description
Responsible Party: Mayor, Mayor Pro-Tem, City Council Members, and others as appointed by
the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Emergency Services Director
The Policy Group advises the Emergency Services Director on recovery and management issues,
as well as setting priorities and establishing policies governing jurisdictional emergency
response operations and activities.
2. Responsibilities
a. Ensure the Emergency Services Director receives the necessary information and counsel to
make effective and timely decisions pertaining to the prevention (if applicable), response,
recovery and management of emergencies.
b. Maintain situational awareness of the current emergency response efforts and their
effectiveness.
c. Have a working knowledge of existing government policies, emergency responsibilities and
recovery issues.
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Activation Phase Actions
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Emergency Services Director.
Operational Phase Actions
Ensure that Section Position Logs (ICS Form 214) and other necessary files are maintained.
Provide advice and policy guidance to the Emergency Services Director.
Monitor and review potential and/or actual disaster situations.
Advise, assist, support and make appropriate recommendations on mitigation, preparedness,
response and recovery to the Emergency Services Director.
Assist in establishing strategies, priorities and policies for emergency response activities.
Ensure planning is initiated and coordinated for the recovery and restoration of vital services
and facilities in the jurisdiction.
Provide policy direction and support.
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A. Description and Organizational Chart
1. The Operations Section includes all activities which are directed toward the
reduction of the immediate hazard, establishing control, and restoration of City
operations. The Section consists of those departments or agencies that are
responsible for public safety and carrying out response activities. The individual
agencies receive and evaluate requests for assistance and resources, establish
priorities, and reports operational status and information to the Command Staff.
2. Among those functions usually represented in the Section are Fire and Rescue, Law
Enforcement, Care and Shelter, Public Works, Utilities.
3. The overall responsibility of this section is to coordinate with field operations. The
following organizational chart details the Operations Section:
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B. Operations Section Coordinator
1. Position Description
Responsible Party (Fire Incident): Fire Chief, or as appointed
Responsible Party (Law Enforcement): Police Chief, or as appointed
Responsible Party (Non-Fire Natural Disaster Incident): Public Works Director, or as
appointed
Alternate: As designated by Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Emergency Services Director
The Operations Section Coordinator is responsible for: ensuring that the operations
function is carried out within the EOC, the operations portion of the Incident Action
Plan (IAP), and all other Operations Section activities. Additional agencies may be
requested by the Emergency Services Director and placed into the Operations
Section as required. The Operations Section Coordinator manages the activities of
the following Branches: Fire and Rescue, Law Enforcement, Care and Shelter, Public
Works. If the recommended span of control is exceeded, a Deputy Operations
Section Coordinator may be appointed by the Emergency Services Director as
required.
2. Responsibilities
a. Ensure that the Operations function is carried out within the EOC.
b. Exercise overall responsibility for Operations Section activities.
c. Ensure that objectives and assignments identified in the Incident Action Plan
(IAP) are carried out effectively.
d. Establish the appropriate level of organization within the Operations Section,
continuously monitoring their effectiveness and modifying accordingly.
e. Provide the Planning/Intelligence Situation/Status Unit Leader with Operations
Section status reports.
f. Keeps the Emergency Services Director informed of significant issues affecting
the Operations Section.
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Activation Phase Actions
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Emergency Services Director.
Ensure that Section Position Logs (ICS Form 214) and other necessary files are
maintained.
Based on the situation as known or forecast, assess Operations Section needs and plan
for the activation of the section.
Ensure that the Operations Section is set up properly and that appropriate personnel,
equipment and supplies are in place.
Coordinate with the Liaison Officer regarding the need for Agency Representatives
within the Operations Section.
Obtain a current communications status briefing from the Logistics Section. Ensure that
there is adequate equipment and frequencies available for the Operations Section.
Establish communications with the Incident Command Post.
Identify key issues currently affecting the Operations Section; meet with Section
personnel and determine appropriate section objectives for the first operational period.
Activate organizational elements and functions within the section, staff as appropriate
and designate Directors/Leaders for each element. Ensure the section is properly
staffed for 24-hour operations. Continuously monitor the effectiveness of the section
and make changes as required.
o Fire and Rescue Branch
o Law Enforcement Branch
o Care and Shelter Branch
o Public Works
o Utilities
Operational Phase Actions
Provide input to the Incident Action Plan (IAP), implement the objectives of the
Operations Section and monitor progress.
Ensure that the operations function, operational objectives and assignments are carried
out effectively, including coordination between response agencies.
Ensure situation status information collected by Operations Section personnel is given
to the Situation/Status Unit Leader.
Coordinate as necessary, with the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC.
Ensure that all section personnel are maintaining their individual position logs.
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Operational Phase Actions (continued)
Coordinate requests for non-fire and non-law mutual aid or other outside assistance
with the Logistics Section in accordance with existing agreements or policies.
Determine the need for representation or participation of mutual aid system resource
representatives and plan for including such representatives at the EOC.
Keep the Emergency Services Director informed of the situation, effectiveness of
operations and special conditions or activities.
Coordinate with the Safety/Security Officer to communicate health advisory information
to all EOC Staff.
Ensure that all media contacts are referred to the Public Information Officer.
Ensure that all fiscal and administrative requirements are completed and coordinated
through the Finance/Administration Section.
Advise the Emergency Services Director on Operational issues regarding recovery.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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C. Fire and Rescue Branch Director
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: Fire Chief
Alternate: Deputy Fire Chief, or as appointed by the Fire Chief
Reports to: Operations Section Coordinator
The Fire and Rescue Branch Director provides the Operations Section Coordinator of the
Emergency Operations Center (EOC) with expertise on all areas related to Fire and
Rescue Operations, maintains awareness of all Fire and Rescue activities conducted in
the jurisdiction and provides coordination of resource requests from Fire Services if they
cannot be filled through existing fire mutual aid.
2. Responsibilities
a. Maintain situational awareness of fire, hazardous materials and search and
rescue operations conducted throughout the jurisdiction.
b. Monitor and coordinate with Fire Services Incident Command Post (ICP) activities
to ensure situation status is received and tracked by the Situation/Status Unit.
c. Coordinate the mobilization and transportation of resources not available via fire
mutual aid through the Logistics Section.
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Activation Phase Actions
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Operations Section Coordinator.
Establish phone and e-mail communications with the San Luis Obispo Fire Department
Operations Center (DOC).
Determine the status of transportation routes. Coordinate with Public Works and Law
Enforcement Branch Directors.
Identify equipment and personnel commitments and their locations.
Identify anticipated equipment and personnel shortages.
Inventory availability of public and private rescue personnel and equipment and rescue
teams.
Check communications to ensure dispatching and reporting systems are operating.
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Operational Phase Actions
Obtain an initial situation report and provide it to the Operations Section Coordinator.
Provide the Operations Section Coordinator and the Planning/Intelligence Section
Coordinator with an overall summary of Fire and Rescue Branch operations periodically
or as requested during the operational period.
Maintain current status of Fire and Rescue missions being conducted in your area of
responsibility.
Coordinate hazardous material spills and release response.
Monitor and coordinate (if required) requests for Urban Search and Rescue with fire
mutual aid and the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC.
Coordinate with the Law Enforcement Branch Director and Logistics Section
Transportation Unit Leader to assist in any search and rescue functions under the
jurisdiction of Law Enforcement and in any evacuation and/or warning functions as per
request or need, outside normal fire service rescue functions.
Maintain awareness of and provide support for the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo
County) EOC efforts to:
o Inform hospitals and emergency personnel of casualties and potential for
exposure to the hazardous materials, if any.
o Determine the condition of designated field treatment sites, mass care facilities
and casualty collection.
o Determine the potential for fire, environmental pollution and toxicity to humans
and animals.
o Determine condition of pre-designated "Target Hazard" locations for casualty
assessment, hazardous materials release, or high-value and essential service
property damage.
o Coordinate and provide support to field emergency medical care and first aid.
Determine if current and forecast conditions will support large and intense fires or
exacerbate hazardous materials spills.
Assist the Law Enforcement Branch Director and Logistics Section Transportation Unit
Leader as necessary, in warning and evacuation.
Determine current and future resource needs and take action to correct for deficiencies.
Establish priorities for procurement and allocation of available resources.
Coordinate with the Logistics Section Supply/Procurement Unit Leader for non-Fire
Department personnel, equipment and supply needs.
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Operational Phase Actions (continued)
Coordinate with Public Works for debris clearance from pre-planned routes required for
supporting fire and rescue activities.
Coordinate with the Logistics Section and Public Works to provide equipment and
personnel needed for heavy rescue operations, debris removal and hazardous materials
containment, etc.
Assist the Logistics Section in coordination, activation and support of multipurpose
mobilization and staging areas.
If protective actions are implemented, ensure all Fire Services personnel in the affected
area are advised and take all necessary actions.
Ensure communications are maintained with other fire agencies.
Assist in re-entry and recovery operations and ensure requested activities do not pose a
health threat to emergency workers.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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D. Law Enforcement Branch
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: Police Chief
Alternate: Police Captain, or as appointed by the Police Chief
Reports to: Operations Section Coordinator
The Law Enforcement Branch Director provides the Operations Section Coordinator
of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) with expertise in Law Enforcement
Operations. The Director is responsible for coordination of movement, law
enforcement, traffic control and public protection during an emergency.
2. Responsibilities
a. Coordinate movement and evacuation operations during a disaster.
b. Alert and notify the public of the impending or existing emergency via the PIO.
c. Coordinate law enforcement and traffic control operations during the disaster.
d. Coordinate site security at incidents.
e. Monitor and coordinate with Law Enforcement Incident Command Post (ICP)
activities to ensure situation status is received and tracked by the
Situation/Status Unit.
f. Maintain situational awareness of all law enforcement operations conducted
throughout the jurisdiction.
g. Coordinate Medical Examiner activities in San Luis Obispo with the Operational
Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC Medical Examiner Unit Leader.
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Activation Phase Actions
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Operations Section Coordinator.
Establish phone and e-mail communications with the Law Enforcement Departmental
Operations Center (DOC).
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Operational Phase Actions
Maintain situational awareness of Law Enforcement operations being conducted in
support of the incident.
Provide the Operations Section Coordinator with an overall summary of Law
Enforcement Branch operations periodically or as requested during the operational
period.
Obtain damage information, particularly at pre-designated key facilities and estimate
the affected area(s). Coordinate with Public Works and Fire and Rescue Branch
Directors on survey areas.
Coordinate the mobilization, deployment and organization of law enforcement and
traffic control mutual aid operations.
Provide security for evacuated areas, key facilities, resources and supplies as required.
Provide support for the control of vehicular traffic and pedestrian movement.
Provide support for increased security in potential high crime areas and at essential
facilities, as requested.
Participate in the development of a traffic control and evacuation plan in conjunction
with the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC, California Highway Patrol,
Caltrans and other Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) Members’ Law
Enforcement agencies.
Implement perimeter and traffic control as required. Request barricades and related
items from the Public Works Director.
Ensure that requested law enforcement and traffic control personnel are dispatched to
all traffic control points.
Provide information to the Public Information Officer (PIO), through the Operations
Section Coordinator, on matters relative to public safety.
If protective actions are implemented, ensure all Law Enforcement personnel in the
affected area are advised and take all necessary actions.
Ensure that transportation resources are being prepared for deployment to the affected
area, if necessary, through the Logistics Section.
If a curfew is to be imposed, prepare instructions and curfew order, submit to the
Operations Section Coordinator to secure Command Group approval. Issue instructions
to all Law Enforcement personnel as directed. Coordinate release of curfew order with
PIO
Provide security forces for the EOC and staging areas in coordination with the Security
Officer.
If mass care facilities have been opened, coordinate with the Care and Shelter Branch
Director and the Safety/Security Officer to ensure security is provided for these
facilities.
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Operational Phase Actions (continued)
Develop re-entry traffic control and law enforcement plans and implement once re-
entry into the affected area has been authorized.
Assist in re-entry and recovery operations and ensure requested activities do not pose a
health threat to emergency workers.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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E. Care and Shelter Branch Director
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Operations Coordinator
Alternate: As Appointed by the Operations Coordinator
Reports to: Operations Section Coordinator
The Care and Shelter Branch Director is responsible for assisting Emergency Operations
Center (EOC) Staff with the planning and execution of care and shelter operations.
1. Responsibilities
a. Coordinate with Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC and American
Red Cross Disaster Operations Center (ARC-DOC) and other volunteer agencies
for the provision of food, potable water, shelter and other necessities.
b. Coordinate with the American Red Cross Disaster Welfare Inquiry Officer to
reunite families or respond to inquiries from relatives or friends.
c. Coordinate safety and emergency needs identified by agencies within the EOC
with the American Red Cross Liaison Officer.
d. Coordinate receiving, boarding, and feeding of evacuated or abandoned animals.
e. Coordinate animals’ return to owners.
f. Establish a designated care and shelter facility for family members of disaster
personnel
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Activation Phase Actions
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Operations Section Coordinator.
Contact the American Red Cross (ARC) at (805) 928.0778 for approval of shelter location
and support. Failure to contact ARC will result in the inability to recover costs for
shelter operations.
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Operational Phase Actions
Provide a current care and shelter status report to the Operations Section Coordinator,
when requested.
Establish and maintain a shelter status board.
Maintain liaison with the appropriate ARC Chapter, volunteer service agencies and such
sub-area representatives within the county, and the local animal services provider, as
designated.
Request additional resource assistance through the Logistics Section, if necessary.
Coordinate the assessment of mass care needs, housing requirements and inventory
and allocation of temporary lodging.
Based upon data received by following the previous steps, work with the Operational
Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC to allocate shelter space and assign evacuees, by
area, to facilities.
If evacuations are initiated or appear to be imminent, coordinate with the Law
Enforcement Branch Director and the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC
Care and Shelter Branch Director to determine, at a minimum:
o The boundaries of the evacuation area(s).
o The activated shelter facilities meet requirements described under the
Americans with Disabilities Act.
o The number of evacuees requiring food and shelter. (It is anticipated that a
portion of the evacuees will arrange for their own food and shelter.)
o The number of evacuees with special needs, such as the critically ill, disabled,
elderly, infirm, and non-English speaking. To the extent possible, designate
space within lodging shelter facilities to house these individuals.
Ensure the flow of information between Care and Shelter facilities and the EOC has been
established.
Periodically poll mass care facilities to determine the evacuee load and support
requirements.
Facilitate the relocation of the public from non-ARC and temporary shelters to shelters
with ARC services wherever possible.
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Operational Phase Actions (continued)
Ensure activation of shelters includes:
o School personnel are notified
o Shelter management personnel respond
Ensure the following services are provided at each shelter:
o Crisis Counseling (Coordinate with the ARC and the Behavioral Health Unit
Leader in the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County EOC).
o Security and Traffic Control (Coordinate with the Law Enforcement Branch
Director in the EOC).
o Resources to enable Communications (Coordinate with the Logistics Section in
the EOC).
o Liaison with Local Animal Services Provider to coordinate care for any pets
brought to the Shelters. (Also, coordinate with Animal Services Branch Director
in the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County EOC.)
o Assign staff to verify and report to disaster personnel on the status and safety of
their family.
Coordinate with the Logistics Section to ensure the transportation of evacuees to and
from shelter facilities.
Inform the Public Information Officer (PIO), through the Operations Section
Coordinator, of current information as needed.
Ensure specialized services are provided as required for populations with access and
functional needs.
Coordinate the consolidation and eventual deactivation of shelters, ensuring an orderly
transition from mass care to separate family living to post-disaster recovery.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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F. Public Works Director
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: Public Works Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Public Works Director
Reports to: Operations Section Coordinator
The Public Works Director is responsible for coordinating and advising
Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Staff on the procurement, distribution and
use of resources required to restore roads, storm drain systems, buildings,
wastewater treatment facilities and transit.
2. Responsibilities
a. Survey all systems and restore systems that have been disrupted, including
roads, storm drain systems, buildings, wastewater treatment
b. facilities and transit facilities.
c. Assist other sections, branches and units within the EOC as needed with
Public Works issues.
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Activation Phase Actions
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Operations Section Coordinator.
Establish phone and e-mail communications with the Public Works Department
Operations Center (DOC).
Ensure damage and safety assessment are coordinated with the Planning/Intelligence
Section.
Operational Phase Actions
Coordinate damage assessment activities to determine the status of:
o All buildings
o Transportation routes, bridges and overpasses
o Flood Control Channels
o Parks
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Operational Phase Actions (continued)
Maintain current status on all public works activities being conducted in or by the City of
San Luis Obispo.
Coordinate road closure/opening issues with the Law Enforcement Branch Director.
Determine if local resources are adequate to deal with the emergency. If necessary,
request additional assistance through the Logistics Section.
Coordinate with the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC and appropriate
jurisdictional agencies to secure resources for:
o Emergency debris removal.
o Inspection and demolition of structures deemed to be an imminent hazard.
o Determining the safety of emergency operations facilities, public shelters and
reception and care centers.
o Determining the safety of evacuation routes.
If protective actions are recommended, ensure all personnel take all necessary actions.
Coordinate with Public Works Staff on status assessment and restoration of vital
services.
Coordinate the source, location and availability of heavy equipment, construction
materials and vehicles.
Provide information to the Planning/Intelligence Section to complete Initial Damage
Estimates and ensure the Estimates are submitted to the Operational Area (San Luis
Obispo County) EOC.
Coordinate the provision of resources to assist in preliminary damage assessments, re-
entry and recovery operations, as appropriate.
Assist in re-entry and recovery operations and ensure requested activities do not pose a
health threat to emergency workers.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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A. Description and Organizational Chart
1. The Logistics Section consists of those departments with responsibilities for the
procurement of personnel and equipment necessary for the management of and
recovery from the emergency. The Logistics Section coordinates the procurement
and provision of emergency resources and support for the response and recovery
operations being conducted in the field as well as those in the Emergency
Operations Center (EOC). The Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC
Logistics Section coordinates the procurement and provision of emergency
resources and support for the entire City of San Luis Obispo.
2. The following organizational chart details the Logistics Section:
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B. Logistics Section Coordinator
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Emergency Services Director
The Logistics Section Coordinator is responsible for establishment and management
of the Logistics Section including the following units: Communications/IT,
Transportation, Facilities, Supply/Procurement, and Personnel.
2. Responsibilities
a. Ensure the Logistics function is carried out within the EOC. This function includes
providing communication services, resource tracking, acquiring equipment,
supplies, personnel, facilities and transportation services; as well as arranging for
food, lodging and other support services as required.
b. Exercise overall responsibility for Logistics Section activities.
c. Ensure that objectives and assignments identified in the Incident Action Plan
(IAP) are carried out effectively.
d. Establish the appropriate level of organization within the Logistics Section,
continuously monitoring their effectiveness and modifying accordingly.
e. Coordinate with the Operations Section Coordinator to establish priorities for
resource allocation.
f. Register spontaneous volunteers as Disaster Service Workers (DSW).
g. Keeps the Emergency Services Director informed of all significant issues affecting
the Logistic Section.
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Activation Phase Actions
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Emergency Services Director.
Ensure that Section Position Logs (ICS Form 214) and other necessary files are
maintained.
Ensure the Logistics Section is set up properly and that appropriate personnel,
equipment and supplies are in place, including maps, status boards, vendor references
and other resource directories.
Meet with the Emergency Services Director and Section Coordinators and identify
immediate resource needs.
Meet with the Finance/Administration Section Coordinator and determine level of
purchasing authority for the Logistics Section.
Activate organizational elements and functions within the section, staff as appropriate
and designate leaders for each element. Ensure the section is properly staffed for 24-
hour operations. Continuously monitor the effectiveness of the section and make
changes as required.
o Communications/IT Unit
o Transportation Unit
o Facilities Unit
o Supply/Procurement Unit
o Personnel Unit
Operational Phase Actions
Ensure that the City of San Luis Obispo Purchase Log is maintained.
Ensure that transportation requirements, in support of response operations, are met.
Ensure that all requests for facilities and facilities support are addressed.
Ensure that all jurisdictional resources are tracked and accounted for, including
resources requested by the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC through
Mutual Aid.
Ensure the coordination of resource acquisition, management and distribution.
Ensure that records of resources requested and/or received from outside the
jurisdiction are maintained and coordinated.
Ensure Logistics Section personnel coordinate with all EOC Section requests for and
allocation of resources.
Determine the need for representation or participation of mutual aid system resource
representatives.
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Ensure that all fiscal and administrative requirements are completed and coordinated
through the Finance/Administration Section.
Advise the Emergency Services Director on Logistics issues regarding recovery.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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C. Communications/IT Unit Leader
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: Information Systems
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Logistics Section Coordinator
The Communications/IT Unit Leader is responsible for the primary and back-up
communication and information technology systems that are used by response
organizations/agencies during the emergency response and recovery periods.
2. Responsibilities
a. Ensure radio, telephone and computer resources and services are provided to
Emergency Operations Center (EOC) staff as required.
b. Oversee the installation of communications resources within the EOC. Ensure
that a communications link is established with the Operational Area (San Luis
Obispo County) EOC.
c. Determine specific computer requirements for all EOC positions.
d. Develop and distribute a Communications Plan which identifies all systems in use
and lists specific frequencies allotted for the disaster.
e. Ensure network access for all EOC Staff.
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Activation Phase Actions
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Logistics Section Coordinator.
Ensure EOC Communications Systems are operational.
Ensure EOC Computer Systems are operational.
Ascertain the status of communications systems throughout the jurisdiction.
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Operational Phase Actions
Manage and maintain EOC communications facilities and systems.
Monitor communications to determine the situation in other jurisdictions.
Monitor network access and EOC IT support needs.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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D. Transportation Unit Leader
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Logistics Section Coordinator
The Transportation Unit Leader is responsible for the transportation of
personnel, equipment, supplies, subsistence stocks, fuel, energy systems and
equipment for emergency operations. The Transportation Unit Leader is also
responsible for transportation routing and scheduling and the work assignments
for transportation support.
2. Responsibilities
a. In coordination with Public Works and Law Enforcement and the
Situation/Status Unit, develop a Transportation Plan to support EOC
operations.
b. Arrange for the acquisition or use of required transportation services.
c. Monitor transportation resources and requirements.
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Activation Phase Actions
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Logistics Section Coordinator.
Determine the nature, scope and severity of the emergency and potential
transportation issues.
Routinely coordinate with the Situation/Status Unit Leader and Law Enforcement
Branch Director to determine the status of transportation routes in and around the City.
Routinely coordinate with the Public Works Department to determine progress of route
recovery operations.
Develop a Transportation Plan which identifies routes of ingress and egress, thus
facilitating the movement of response personnel, the affected population and shipment
of resources and material.
Operational Phase Actions
Determine the status of:
o All City of San Luis Obispo owned vehicles.
o Petroleum products, parts and fuel on hand.
o Staffing needed to provide enough vehicle operators and mechanics.
Continually evaluate the transportation needs (personnel, facilities and equipment) to
determine if additional resources are needed. Additional necessary resources should be
acquired through the Personnel Unit and/or the Supply/Procurement Unit.
Process transportation requests in coordination with the Operations Section. Advise the
requester of the disposition of the request.
In conjunction with transit service providers, school districts, and the Operational Area
(San Luis Obispo County) EOC Transportation Unit Leader, determine the number of
busses and other transportation resources available to support an evacuation and
establish a transportation resource staging area.
Contact the San Luis Obispo Unified School District to determine if area school districts
can provide buses and drivers if needed.
Coordinate maintenance and repair of primary tactical equipment vehicles and mobile
ground support equipment.
Coordinate with the Public Works and the Law Enforcement Branch Directors to develop
and implement a Traffic Plan.
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Operational Phase Actions (continued)
Manage the operation of a transportation pool (e.g., staff cars, buses, pickups, etc.)
which can be used for transporting personnel from one location to another.
Coordinate with fuel suppliers to establish distribution priorities.
Develop and maintain a list of vehicles equipped with two-way radios.
Provide the Logistics Section Coordinator with up to date information on the status of
transportation vehicles, their locations and capabilities.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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E. Facilities Unit Leader
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Logistics Section Coordinator
The Facilities Unit Leader is responsible for maintaining the EOC and
coordinating with the Safety/Security Officer to monitor other City buildings and
facilities.
2. Responsibilities
a. Ensure that adequate facilities are provided for the response effort, including
securing access to needed facilities.
b. Supervise facilities maintenance staff to ensure facilities are maintained,
including sanitation, lighting, environmental systems, structural assessment,
etc.
c. Monitor damage to other jurisdictional buildings and provide updates to the
Situation/Status Unit Leader.
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Activation Phase Actions
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Logistics Section Coordinator.
Operational Phase Actions
Ensure facility operations activities are completed, including structural assessment,
environmental systems, lighting, etc.
Ensure the interior and exterior EOC facility and systems are activated and operable.
Provide jurisdiction building and facilities updates to the Situation/Status Unit Leader.
Ensure EOC facility and staff support needs are met including hygiene, sanitation and
sleeping quarters in coordination with the Care and Shelter Branch Director.
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Operational Phase Actions (continued)
Identify facilities (City owned or available for lease) available to be used in the
emergency response as staging areas, warehouses, and alternate worksites for City
employees, etc.
Ensure heating, ventilation and air conditioning are functioning properly, coordinate
repairs if needed.
Coordinate access to supplies and resources for EOC Staff from closed facilities. Ensure
all such facilities are safe before permitting or providing access.
Coordinate the provision of chemical toilets to staging areas, as requested.
Order any additional items required (e.g., portable toilets and shower facilities, lighting
units, etc.) through the Supply/Procurement Unit Leader.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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F. Supply/Procurement Unit Leader
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Logistics Section Coordinator
The Supply/Procurement Unit Leader is responsible for the determination of
resource and support requirements, the acquisition of resources and coordination
with the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Staff, especially the
Finance/Administration Section, to track resource utilization and related costs.
2. Responsibilities
a. Oversee the procurement and allocation of supplies and material not
normally provided through mutual aid channels.
b. Coordinate procurement actions with the Finance/Administration Section.
c. Coordinate delivery of supplies and material as required.
d. Oversee the tracking of resources used in response operations.
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Supply/Procurement Unit Leader Checklist
Activation Phase Actions
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Logistics Section Coordinator.
Establish and maintain a City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Procurement Log.
Maintain copies of requisitions, purchase receipts and notes.
Determine procurement spending limits and availability of funds with the
Finance/Administration Section.
Coordinate with the Finance/Administration Section to assign a purchase order number
to all purchases to facilitate post-incident cost accounting and reimbursement.
Ensure enough supply of preprinted Emergency Requisition Forms and Emergency
Purchase Log pages are on hand.
Operational Phase Actions
Maintain accurate records on the use of personnel, equipment and materials and all
expenditures for all resource requests.
Maintain a current resource directory and inventory for necessary supplies, equipment
and services.
Post and maintain a resource status master list, indicating current location and status of
all resources.
Whenever possible, meet personally with the requesting party to clarify types and
amount of supplies and material and verify that the request has not been previously
filled through another source.
Determine if the procurement item can be provided in a timely manner, without cost,
from the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC, or another
jurisdiction/organization within the OA.
Determine unit costs of supplies and material, from suppliers and vendors and if they
will accept confirming purchase order numbers or a credit card as payment, prior to
completing the order.
If vendor contracts are required for procurement of specific resources or services, refer
the request to the Finance/Administration Section Unit for development of necessary
agreements.
Determine if the vendor or provider will deliver the ordered items. If delivery services
are not available, coordinate pickup and delivery through the Transportation Unit.
Ensure appropriate receipt paperwork is obtained from receiving personnel or
runners/drivers whenever possible considering the circumstances. This will help in
reconciling purchases later.
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Operational Phase Actions (continued)
Coordinate the location and support of staging areas, support facilities, and additional
resources as necessary with the Facilities and Personnel Unit Leaders.
Coordinate the moving of resources and supplies from hazard threatened areas.
Keeps the Logistics Section Coordinator informed of significant issues affecting the
Supply/Procurement Unit.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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G. Personnel Unit Leader
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Logistics Section Coordinator
The Personnel Unit Leader is responsible for human resources operations and
coordinating the provision of additional personnel as requested by EOC Staff.
2. Responsibilities
a. Provide personnel resources as requested in support of EOC and field
operations.
b. Develop and maintain the EOC Organizational Chart.
c. Identify back-up and relief personnel for Branch Director, Unit Leader and
Support Staff positions as requested by the Emergency Services Director or
Section Coordinators.
d. Coordinate with the Safety/Security Officer (if activated) to assist in the
verification of reporting personnel.
e. Coordinate with the Compensation/Claims Unit and the Time Unit to ensure
record keeping requirements are met.
f. Coordinate registration of spontaneous volunteers as Disaster Service
Workers.
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Activation Phase Actions
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Logistics Section Coordinator.
Coordinate personnel timekeeping and related inquires with the Finance/Administration
Section.
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Operational Phase Actions
Determine if local personnel resources are adequate to deal with the emergency.
Continually evaluate personnel needs to determine if additional resources are needed.
Establish a list of supplemental personnel and their skills.
Provide personnel to all functions within the EOC upon request.
If temporary workers or individuals with specialized skills need to be obtained, contact
private personnel providers.
Coordinate with the Finance/Administration Section to provide guidance on emergency
timekeeping procedures with respect to salary, benefits, worker’s compensation and
documentation consistent with Federal, State, County and City guidelines. Assist in
implementation of these procedures, as needed.
Coordinate with the Safety/Security Officer to ensure all emergency workers are
identified and contacted after EOC demobilization for post-incident stress debriefing.
Coordinate worker’s compensation claims and timekeeping issues with the
Finance/Administration Section, as needed.
Coordinate registration of spontaneous volunteers as Disaster Service Workers and
assignment as appropriate.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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A. Description and Organizational Chart
1. The Finance/Administration Section is responsible for all finance, emergency funding
and cost accountability functions for EOC operations and for supervising branch
functions providing financial and contracting services for EOC operations within its
jurisdiction. Some of these functions may include:
a. Financial expenditure and funding briefings.
b. Interagency financial coordination.
c. Finance and contract fact-finding.
d. Fiscal and emergency finance estimating.
e. Operating procedure development and financial planning.
f. Labor expense and accounting.
g. Cost analysis, cost accounting and financial auditing.
h. Disbursement and receivables management.
i. Necessary funding transfers.
j. Special drafts, exchanges and lending controls.
k. Payroll administration.
l. Emergency currency, script and rationing control.
2. The following organizational chart details the Finance/Administration Section:
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B. Finance Section Coordinator
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Emergency Services Director
The Finance/Administration Section Coordinator is responsible for coordinating
all financial aspects of an emergency and the transition to recovery operations,
including mitigation following an emergency.
The Finance/Administration Section Coordinator manages the activities of the
following units: Time, Compensation/Claims and Cost Accounting.
2. Responsibilities
a. Ensure the Finance/Administration function is carried out within the EOC.
b. Exercise overall responsibility for Finance/Administration Section activities.
c. Ensure that objectives and assignments identified in the Incident Action Plan
(IAP) are carried out effectively.
d. Establish the appropriate level of organization within the Finance
Administration Section, continually monitoring their effectiveness and
modifying accordingly.
e. Obtain an internal tracking # for the disaster and distribute to all EOC staff.
f. Work with departments and agencies to ensure that all financial records are
maintained throughout the response and recovery.
g. Ensure that there is a continuum of the payroll process for all City employees
responding to the disaster.
h. Determine purchase order and purchase card limits for the procurement
function in the Logistics Section.
i. Track estimated costs of worker's compensation claims.
j. Ensure that all travel and expense claims are processed within a reasonable
time, given the nature of the situation.
k. Keeps the Emergency Services Director informed of all significant issues
affecting the Finance/Administration Section.
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Ensure that the Finance Section is set up properly and that appropriate personnel,
equipment, and supplies are in place.
Ensure that Section Position Logs (ICS Form 214) and other necessary files are
maintained.
Based on the situation; activate units within section as needed.
o Time Keeping Unit
o Compensation & Claims Unit
o Purchasing Unit
Ensure that enough staff is available for a 24-hour schedule, or as required.
Meet with the Logistics Section Coordinator and review financial and administrative
support requirements and procedures; determine the level of purchasing authority to
be delegated to Logistics Section.
Meet with Section Staff to ensure that responsibilities are clearly understood.
Notify the Emergency Services Director when the Finance Section is operational.
Ensure that Finance Section Position Logs (ICS Form 214) and other necessary files are
maintained.
Ensure that displays associated with the Finance Section are current, and that
information is posted.
Brief Section Staff to ensure they are aware of the EOC objectives as defined in the
Incident Action Plan (IAP).
Keep the Emergency Services Director and Command Staff aware of the current fiscal
situation and other related matters, on an on-going basis.
Ensure that the Time Keeping Unit tracks and records all agency staff time.
In collaboration with the Logistics Section, ensure that the Purchasing Unit processes
purchase orders and develops contracts in a timely manner.
Ensure that the Compensation & Claims Unit processes all workers’ compensation
claims, resulting from the disaster, in a reasonable timeframe, given the nature of the
situation.
Ensure that the Time-Keeping Unit processes all timesheets and travel expense claims
promptly.
Ensure that the Finance Section provides administrative support to other EOC Sections
as needed.
Ensure that all documentation is accurately maintained during the response and
submitted on the appropriate forms to Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
and/or California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES).
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Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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C. Time Unit Leader
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Finance/Administration Section Coordinator
The Time Unit Leader is responsible for tracking Emergency Operations Center
(EOC) Staff time and coordinating with the Cost Accounting Unit Leader on
monetary issues related to EOC Staff time.
2. Responsibilities
a. Track, record an d report all on-duty time for personnel working during the
disaster. Maintain a copy of the EOC sign-in sheet.
b. Ensure that personnel time records, travel expense claims and other related
forms are prepared and submitted to the City of San Luis Obispo’s Finance
Department.
Time Unit Leader Checklist
Activation Phase Actions
Review this and the all Staff EOC checklist.
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Finance/ Section Coordinator.
Operational Phase Actions
Track and record all EOC Staff time.
Provide input to the Cost Accounting Unit Leader on time keeping requirements for the
emergency period.
Coordinate with the Personnel Unit Leader to ensure all personnel requested by the
EOC to participate in the response, have time keeping records.
Advise the Finance/Administration and Logistics Section Coordinators of staff time
issues affecting recovery.
Provide a final report to the Personnel Unit Leader on EOC personnel time and expense.
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Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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D. Compensation/Claims Unit Leader
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Finance/Administration Section Coordinator
The Compensation/Claims Unit Leader is responsible for processing all insurance and
worker’s compensation claims, investigating worker’s compensation claims, tracking
the claims and coordinating with the Cost Accounting Unit Leader on all claims.
2. Responsibilities
a. Coordinate with City of San Luis Obispo departments and agencies involved in
the incident to ensure they document and investigate injuries and
property/equipment damage claims involving the City and arising out of the
response and recovery.
b. Coordinate with the Personnel Unit to track estimated costs of worker’s
Compensation claims.
Compensation/Claims Unit Leader Checklist
Activation Phase Actions
Review this and All Staff EOC checklists.
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Finance/Administration Section
Coordinator.
Operational Phase Actions
Ensure that all insurance claims for property sustaining physical damages are properly
prepared, filed and coordinated.
Ensure that all workers’ compensation claims are properly prepared, investigated with
the Safety/Security Officer, filed and tracked.
Process, track and record all jurisdictional insurance claims resulting from the
emergency/disaster.
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Operational Phase Actions (continued)
Provide input to the Cost Accounting Unit Leader on claims record keeping
requirements for the emergency response period.
Provide a final report to the Finance/Administration Section Coordinator, Cost
Accounting Unit Leader on total reimbursements from insurance claims and
expenditures related to worker’s compensation claims.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred
to other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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E. Cost Accounting Unit Leader
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Finance/Administration Section Coordinator
The Cost Accounting Unit Leader is the coordinator of expenditures for jurisdictional
emergency response and recovery activities and serves as the focal point for
reporting summarized response cost and loss estimate information to the Emergency
Services Director. The Cost Accounting Unit Leader coordinates information for the
jurisdiction with County, State and Federal representatives on cost, time,
procurement and claims activity for timelines and consistency.
Cost Accounting Unit Leader Checklist
Activation Phase Actions
Review this and All Staff EOC checklists.
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Finance/Administration Section
Coordinator.
Obtain the internal activity number for the disaster from your Section Coordinator for
the purpose of tracking purchase orders and cost recovery.
Operational Phase Actions
Provide information to the Finance/Administration Section Coordinator on the financial
record keeping requirements for the emergency period.
Manage all financial aspects of the emergency including emergency response activities,
damage, repair/replacement estimates and recovery activities.
Maintain financial records of the emergency.
Advise the Emergency Services Director, and Finance/Administration Section
Coordinator on cost accounting issues, as requested.
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Operational Phase Actions (continued)
Gather and analyze information on expenditures, revenues, reimbursements and
mitigation program applications and grants.
Ensure that all obligation documents initiated during the operation are properly
prepared and completed.
Develop reimbursement plans and begin compiling reimbursement claims for
submission to the proper agencies.
In conjunction with all Section Coordinators determine reimbursable costs and generate
the necessary forms or paperwork to recover these moneys.
Determine reimbursable EOC Staff costs and generate the necessary forms or
paperwork to recover these moneys, in conjunction with the Time Unit Leader and
Section Coordinators, as appropriate.
Ensure the Supply/Procurement Unit Leader provides copies of all purchases made in
support of the incident.
Develop a final report on monetary issues.
Process claims for reimbursement as needed.
Provide a final report to the Finance/Administration Section Coordinator,
Planning/Intelligence Section Coordinator on total costs and reimbursement programs.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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A. Description and Organizational Chart
1. The Planning/Intelligence Section is responsible for gathering, analyzing, evaluating, and
disseminating technical information and making recommendations to the Emergency
Services Director. While Operations is concerned with immediate strategic response to
the disaster, Planning is looking and planning ahead. Planning’s function is to maintain
information on the overall response effort and to develop the EOC Incident Action Plan
for the next operational period. The major responsibilities of this Section are:
a. Situation status, including information gathering, verification, status reporting,
and maintaining maps and displays.
b. Damage Assessment, including information gathering, verification, and
reporting.
c. Documentation.
d. Briefing EOC staff.
e. Developing the Incident Action Plan (IAP).
f. Advanced Planning.
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2. The following organizational chart details the Planning/Intelligence Section
Planning/Intel
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Situation/Status
Unit
Resource Unit
Documentation
Unit
GIS/Mapping
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Damage
Assessment
Tech/Specialist
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B. Planning/Intelligence Section Coordinator
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Emergency Services Director
The Planning/Intelligence Section Coordinator is responsible for tracking the
emergency and providing information to the Emergency Services Director. The
Sections Coordinator is also responsible for the development of the Incident Action
Plan for emergency response, the plan for demobilization of emergency operations,
and the Recovery Plan. The Planning/Intelligence Section Coordinator manages the
activities of the following units: Situation/Status, Advanced Planning,
Documentation and GIS/Mapping.
2. Responsibilities
a. Ensure that the Planning/Intelligence function is carried out within the EOC.
b. Exercise overall responsibility for Planning/Intelligence Section activities.
c. Ensure that objectives and assignments identified in the Incident Action Plan
(IAP) is carried out effectively.
d. Establish the appropriate level of organization within the Planning/Intelligence
Section, continuously monitoring their effectiveness and modifying accordingly.
e. Prepare periodic Situation Reports.
f. Prepare and distribute the Incident Action Plan (IAP) and facilitate the Incident
Action Planning meeting.
g. Conduct Advance Planning activities.
h. Provide technical support services to the various EOC sections, branches and
units in documenting and maintaining files on all EOC activities.
i. Keeps the Emergency Services Director informed of all significant issues affecting
the Planning/Intelligence Section.
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Planning/Intelligence Section Coordinator Checklist
Activation Phase Actions
Review this and All Staff EOC checklists.
Ensure that Section Position Logs (ICS Form 214) and other necessary files are
maintained.
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Emergency Services Director.
Ensure that the Planning/Intelligence Section is set up properly and that appropriate
personnel, equipment and supplies are in place.
Meet with Operations Section Coordinator; obtain and review any major incident
reports.
Activate organizational elements and functions within the section, staff as appropriate
and designate leaders for each element.
Ensure the section is properly staffed for 24-hour operations.
Continuously monitor the effectiveness of the section and make changes as required.
o Situation/Status Unit
o Advanced Planning Unit
o Documentation Unit
o GIS/Mapping Unit
Operational Phase Actions
Coordinate the determination of the nature, scope and severity of the emergency.
Ensure the Situation/Status Unit submits an initial situation status report to the
Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC as soon after activation as possible.
Lead ongoing situation briefings.
Oversee the preparation of the Incident Action Plan (IAP), including assembly of
information on alternative strategies and incorporation of supporting plans.
Oversee the establishment of contact with the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo
County) EOC and the receipt of Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) Situation
Status Reports.
Establish special information collection activities as necessary, e.g., weather, fire, etc.
Ensure that periodic situation reports are prepared and provided to the Operational
Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC.
Ensure that information on the status of resources, services and operations in the
jurisdiction is maintained and current.
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Ensure that Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other technical support services
are provided to the various organizational elements within the EOC.
Ensure the Advanced Planning Unit assists in the development of the Recovery Plan.
Advise the Emergency Services Director and on Planning/Intelligence issues regarding
recovery.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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C. Situation/Status Unit Leader
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Planning/Intelligence Section Coordinator
The Situation/Status Unit Leader is responsible for: the collection and consolidation
of initial reconnaissance information from Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Staff,
evaluating and displaying information, preparing consolidated reports for the
Command Group and transmitting the reports to the Operational Area (San Luis
Obispo County) (OA) EOC.
2. Responsibilities
a. Oversee the collection, organization and analysis of disaster situation
information.
b. Ensure that information collected from all sources is validated prior to posting on
status boards or entering Web EOC.
c. Ensure that an Incident Action Plan (IAP) is developed, if possible, for each
operational period, based on objectives developed by each EOC Section.
d. Ensure the Situation Report is sent to the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo
County) EOC.
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Situation/Status Unit Leader Checklist
Activation Phase Actions
Review this and All Staff EOC checklists.
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Planning/Intelligence Section
Coordinator.
Ensure that there is adequate staff available to collect and analyze incoming
information, maintain the Situation Status Report and facilitate the Incident Action Plan
(IAP) planning process.
Ensure that appropriate maps are set up.
Collect and consolidate initial information from EOC Staff Members, as well as
information from all other available reliable sources, on damage to public and private
sector property, loss of life and injury and status of continued occupancy of facilities and
structures.
Operational Phase Actions
Identify the location of greatest impact, progress of the disaster and development of
related events (e.g., earthquake causing hazardous materials incidents).
Prepare a Situation Report for the Planning/Intelligence Section Coordinator on the
status of the emergency (area affected, resources available and resources committed).
Provide a copy to the Public Information Officer (PIO) as background information for the
PIO’s use in media briefing.
Prepare and submit to the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) EOC, if possible,
Situation Report Forms as follows:
o Initial report within four hours.
o Subsequent reports to be submitted as conditions warrant (i.e. any significant
changes, but at least once an operational period).
Supervise staff in the preparation and maintenance of visual displays, charts and maps,
(including the areas involved in the emergency, impacted areas, damage incurred and
resource allocation and deployment).
Advise the Planning/Intelligence Section Coordinator on situation analysis issues
regarding recovery.
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Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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D. Advanced Planning Unit Leader
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Planning/Intelligence Section Coordinator
The Advanced Planning Unit Leader is responsible for looking ahead in the operation
and identifying issues that will have to be addressed by the Emergency Operations
Center (EOC) and coordinating with the Finance/Administration Section Coordinator to
develop a Recovery Plan.
2. Responsibilities
a. Development of an Advance Plan consisting of potential response and recovery
related issues likely to occur beyond the next operational period, generally within 36
to 72 hours, and beyond.
b. Review all available status reports, Incident Action Plan (IAP)s and other significant
documents for anything requiring consideration in the Advance Plan.
c. Determine potential future impacts of the disaster; particularly issues which might
modify the overall strategic objectives of the EOC.
d. Provide periodic briefings for the Emergency Services Director and Section
Coordinators addressing Advance Planning issues.
Advanced Planning Unit Leader Checklist
Activation Phase Actions
Review this and All Staff EOC checklists.
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Planning/Intelligence Section
Coordinator.
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Operational Phase Actions
Ensure that forecasts and plans are available in a timely manner to the EOC for
operational and recovery planning, policy making and development of public
information materials.
Work with the Finance/Administration Section Coordinator in the development of the
Recovery Plan.
Develop an Advance Plan identifying future policy related issues, social and economic
impacts, significant response or recovery resource needs and any other key issues likely
to affect EOC operations within a 36 to 96-hour time frame.
Submit the Advance Plan to the Planning/Intelligence Section Coordinator for review
and approval prior to conducting briefings for the Section Coordinators and Emergency
Services Director.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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E. Documentation Unit Leader
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Planning/Intelligence Section Coordinator
The Documentation Unit Leader assists in documenting operational activities,
maintaining Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activation records and preparing a case
file for the emergency.
2. Responsibilities
a. Collect, organize and file all completed disaster related forms, to include: all EOC
Position Logs (ICS Form 214), Situation Status Reports, Incident Action Plan (IAP)s
and any other related information, just prior to the end of each operational period.
b. Provide documentation reproduction services to EOC Staff.
c. Coordinate with the Situation/Status Unit Leader to distribute EOC Situation Status
Reports, Incident Action Plans (IAP) and other documents, as required.
d. Maintain a permanent electronic archive of all Situation Reports and Incident Action
Plans (IAP) associated with the disaster.
e. Assist the Emergency Services Director in the preparation and distribution of the
After-Action/Improvement Report.
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Documentation Unit Leader Checklist
Activation Phase Actions
Review this and All Staff EOC checklists.
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Planning/Intelligence Section
Coordinator.
Begin running history of EOC activities.
Establish pre-designated documentation filing system for:
o Proclamations
o Advance Plans
o Operational Area (San Luis Obispo County) Jurisdiction Activation forms
o Letters/memos
o Situation Reports
o Road Closures
o News Releases
o Weather Reports
o Briefings
o Message Forms
o Notification System Logs
o Activity Logs
o Event Logs
o E-mails
o EAS (Emergency Alert System)
o Messages
Operational Phase Actions
Maintain all EOC materials as official records.
Maintain accurate, up to date EOC activity files.
Maintain master copies of messages and activity logs.
Store EOC files for legal, analytical and historical purposes.
Meet with the Finance/Administration Section Coordinator to determine what EOC
materials and documents are necessary to provide accurate records and documentation
for recovery purposes.
Initiate and maintain a roster of all activated EOC positions to ensure that activity logs
are accounted for and submitted to the Documentation Unit at the end of each shift.
Review records for accuracy and completeness.
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Operational Phase Actions (continued)
Assist with the development of the Demobilization and Recovery Plans.
Begin preparation of the After-Action Report.
Request copies of After-Action Reports from the Operational Area (San Luis Obispo
County) EOC.
Collect all documentation, including e-mails, notes, documents, logs, and electronic files
from all EOC Staff before the respective EOC staff position is demobilized.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred
to other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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F. GIS/Mapping Unit Leader
1. Position Description
Responsible Party: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Alternate: As Appointed by the Emergency Services Director
Reports to: Planning/Intelligence Section Coordinator
The GIS/Mapping Unit Leader is responsible for providing Emergency Operations Center
(EOC) Staff with subject matter expertise during response incidents that require
technical assistance to mitigate hazards and/or ensure personnel safety.
2. Responsibilities
a. Provide technical observations and recommendations to the Emergency Services
Director in specialized areas, as required.
b. Ensure that qualified specialists are available in the areas required by the event.
c. Ensure mapping (Geographic Information System, if possible) capabilities and services
are available and maintained.
d. Arrive at the EOC with all technical tools and resources necessary to ensure
appropriate set-up of work area. (i.e., software, laptop, reference manuals, etc.)
GIS/Mapping Unit Leader Checklist
Activation Phase Actions
Review this and All Staff EOC Checklists.
Report to and obtain initial situation briefing from the Planning/Intelligence Section
Coordinator.
Set-up work area, including any equipment and materials necessary to your technical
services specialty.
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Operational Phase Actions
Provide technical assistance to the EOC Staff as requested.
Coordinate with the Logistics Section to ensure that technical staff are located and
mobilized.
Assign technical staff to assist the Logistics Section in interpreting specialized resource
requests.
Deactivation Phase
Demobilize when authorized by your supervisor.
Ensure that any open actions are handled by the appropriate section or transferred to
other EOC elements as appropriate.
Ensure that all required forms and reports are completed, close out activity logs, and
provide all documentation to the Documentation Unit prior to your release and
departure from the EOC.
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City of San Luis Obispo
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
DEBRIS MANAGEMENT
Developed for:
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo
Fire Department
San Luis Obispo, CA.
Prepared by:
David L. Mathe
Emergency Leadership and
Preparedness Advisor
Nipomo, CA.
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FORWARD
PURPOSE
• To provide policies and guidance to the City of San Luis Obispo for the removal and disposition
of debris caused by a major disaster.
• To facilitate and coordinate the management of debris following a disaster in order to mitigate
against any potential threat to the lives, health, safety, and welfare of the impacted citizens,
expedite recovery efforts in the impacted area, and address any threat of significant damage to
improved public or private property.
Debris Management Authority
In the event of a disaster that requires debris management, the Public Works Department will assume
the position of Debris Management Coordinators. If Public Works is unavailable, their designee will
become the City of San Luis Obispo's Debris Management Coordinators as appointed by the Emergency
Services Director.
Emergency Operations Center Leadership
The City Manager is the Emergency Services Director. The Assistant City Manager is the Deputy
Emergency Services Director.
_______________________
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
San Luis Obispo Fire Department
Public Works Department
Date:
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Debris Management
Table of Contents
1. Applicant Eligibility 4
2. Concept of Operations 5
3. Temporary Debris Storage and Reduction (TSDR) Sites 6
4. Debris Removal 7
5. Eligible Work 9
6. Debris Reduction Methods 17
7. Demolition of a Damaged Public Facility or Privately Owned Building 20
8. Temporary Debris Storage and Reduction Site Closeout Procedures 22
9. Debris Forecasting and Estimating 23
10. Debris Monitoring 30
11. Organization and Responsibilities 34
12. Administration and Logistics 34
13. Authorities, References and Regulations 34
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1. Applicant Eligibility
In addition to the debris removal regulations, to be eligible for assistance, activities must satisfy the
general work eligibility regulations.
An item of work must:
Be required as the result of the major disaster event,
Be located within a designated disaster area, and
Be the legal responsibility of an eligible applicant.
Public Interest is defined as work necessary to:
Eli minate immediate threats to life, public health, and safety; or
Eliminate immediate threats of significant damage to improved public or private property; or
The debris must pose an immediate threat. Debris that would not otherwise result in harm is
not eligible for removal.
The eligibility of the activities must address public health and safety. Close attention must be paid to
whether these conditions are met, especially when considering debris removal from private property.
State - The California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) § 2900
Eligible applicant means any local agency (city, city & county, county, county office of education,
community college district, school district, or special district).
Federal - 44 CFR 206
Debris removal activities are eligible for both public and private non-profit applicants.
There are four types of eligible applicants for public assistance. If an entity meets the requirements of
one of the types, the applicant may be eligible to receive federal disaster assistance.
State Government Agencies
Local Governments and Special Districts Any county, city, village, town, district, or other
political subdivision of any state and includes any rural community, unincorporated town or
village, or other public entity for which an application for assistance is made by a state or
political subdivision thereof.
o Other sta te and local political subdivisions may be eligible if they are formed in
accordance with state law as a separate entity and have taxing authority. These include,
but are not limited to, school districts, irrigation districts, fire districts, and Public Works
districts.
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Private Non-Profit Organizations Private non-profit organizations or institutions that own or
operate facilities that are open to the general public and that provide certain services otherwise
performed by a government agency. These services include:
o Education
Colleges and universities
Parochial and other private schools
o Public Works
Systems of energy, communication, water supply, sewage collection and
treatment, or other similar public service facilities.
o Emergency
Fire protection, ambulance, rescue, and similar emergency services.
o Medical Hospital
Outpatient facility, rehabilitation facility, or facility for long-term care for mental
or physical injury or disease.
o Custodial Care
Homes for the elderly and similar facilities that provide institutional care for
persons who require close supervision, but do not require day-to-day medical
care.
o Other Essential Governmental Services
Museums, community centers, libraries, and facilities that provide health and
safety services of a governmental nature.
Health and safety services are essential services that are commonly provided by
San Luis Obispo and directly affect the health and safety of individuals.
Low-income housing, alcohol and drug rehabilitation, programs for battered
spouses, transportation to medical facilities, and food programs are examples of
health services.
2. Concept of Operations
Estimating the Type and Amount of Debris (Also see Debris Forecasting and Estimating)
Designated Public Works Department personnel will de termine the estimated amount of debris
generated as soon as possible.
One or all of the following estimating methods may be used:
o Conduct a drive through “windshield” damage assessment and estimate the amount of
debris visually from the ground.
o Conduct an aerial assessment by flying over the area using, California Highway Patrol,
and/or National Guard helicopters and Civil Air Patrol reconnaissance flights.
o The damaged area can be assessed either visually or using aerial photography. Once the
area has been assessed actions can be taken to implement Phase I debris clearing
procedures and institute requests for additional state or federal assistance.
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3. Temporary Debris Storage and Reduction (TDSR) Sites
Site Selection Priorities
Determine the number of Temporary Debris Storage and Reduction (TDSR) sites and location of
these sites for the collection and processing of debris.
Prioritize which sites will be opened based on the amount of debris estimated.
o First Priority: Pre-determined Temporary Debris Storage and Reduction sites
o Second Priority: Public property within the damaged area
o Last Priority: Private property
Pre-Designated Temporary Debris Storage and Reduction (TDSR) sites
The City of San Luis Obispo does not own any pre-identified Temporary Debris Storage and
Reduction sites.
Public Works Department shall maintain detailed environmental and safety information
pertaining to each of these sites.
o Detail shall include exact location, size, available ingress and egress routes and results of
an environmental assessment and initial data samples.
o Baseline data should include videotapes, photographs, documentation of physical and
biological features, and soil and water samplings of city owned Temporary Debris
Storage and Reduction sites just prior to these properties being used for temporary
debris storage and reduction.
This list of Temporary Debris Storage and Reduction sites should be reviewed annually and
updated as necessary as part of the Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan, Debris
Management Plan component.
Temporary Debris Storage and Reduction (TDSR) Site Preparation
A baseline data should include videotapes, photographs, documentation of physical and
biological features, and soil and water samplings of Temporary Debris Storage and Reduction
sites just prior to these properties being used for temporary debris storage and reduction.
Debris management personnel are responsible for updating the initial base line data and
develop an operation layout to include ingress and egress routes of their temporary debris
storage and reduction facilities, once they are activated as part of an incident response or
recovery.
Existing Landfills
The City of San Luis Obispo has the capacity to accept the following materials for recycling:
cardboard, green waste, wood waste, white goods (i.e., washers/dryers, refrigerators, etc.),
electronic waste, tires, concrete, top soil, scrap metal, motor oil, oil filters, antifreeze and
batteries.
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4. Debris Removal
General
Earthquakes, floods, and other natural disasters can generate unprecedented amounts of debris
in a few hours or a few minutes. The debris may be heavy depending on the magnitude of the
tree blow-down and associated structural damage such as homes, businesses, utilities and signs.
This section provides guidelines on debris removal issues, including emergency roadway
clearance, public rights-of-way removal, mobile home park removal, private property removal,
and Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) removal.
Debris removal, regardless of source, becomes a high priority following a disaster. Debris
management strategy for a large-scale debris removal operation divides the operation into two
phases.
o Phase I consists of the clearance of the debris that hinders immediate life saving actions
being taken within the disaster area and the clearance of that debris which poses an
immediate threat to public health and safety.
o Phase II operations consist of the removal and disposal of that debris which is
determined necessary to ensure the orderly recovery of the community and to
eliminate less immediate threats to public health and safety.
Emergency Roadway Debris Removal (Phase I)
Identify critical routes that are essential to emergency operations.
Define how efforts will be prioritized between local agencies.
Identifying areas that state and federal assistance can target.
Define what actions take place during Phase I.
o Example: Roadway debris removal involves the opening of arterial roads and collector
streets by moving debris to the shoulders of the road. There is no attempt to physically
remove or dispose of the debris, only to clear key access routes to expedite the:
Movement of emergency vehicles,
Law enforcement,
Resumption of critical services and,
Assessment of damage to key public facilities and utilities such as schools,
medical hospitals, government buildings, and municipal owned utilities.
Define the type of debris that may be encountered such as tree blow-down and broken limbs;
yard trash such as outdoor furniture, trash cans, Public Works poles, power, telephone and
cable TV lines, transformers and other electrical devices; building debris such as roofs, sheds and
signs; and personal property such as clothing, appliances, boats, cars, trucks and trailers.
Define the priority to open access to other critical community facilities, such as municipal
buildings, water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, power generation units, and
airports.
The requirement for government services will be increased drastically following a major natural
disaster. Develop procedures to determine the damage done to Public Works systems. Activities
involving these facilities should be closely coordinated with their owners and/or operators.
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Local, County, State, and Federal Assistance
Identify local, county, State, and Federal government assets that may be available such as:
o Municipal workers and equipment
o Local and CalTrans workers and equipment
o National Guard
o Local contractors
o U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service chain saw crews
o Local U.S. Army Corps of Engineers workers and equipment
o Supervision and Special Considerations
Immediate debris clearing (Phase I) actions should be supervised by the Public Works
Department personnel using all available resources. Requests for additional assistance and
resources should be made via the San Luis Obispo EOC to the Operational Area (OA) Emergency
Operations Center (EOC) who will request additional resources from the state EOC. Requests for
federal assistance will be requested through the State Coordinating Officer (SCO) to the FEMA
Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO).
Special crews equipped with chain saws may be required to cut up downed trees. This activity is
hazardous, and common-sense safety considerations are necessary to reduce the chance of
injury and possible loss of life. When live electric lines are involved, work crews should
coordinate with local power companies to have power lines de-energized for safety reasons.
Front-end loaders and dozers should be equipped with protective cabs. Driveway cutouts, fire
hydrants, valves, and storm water inlets should be left unobstructed. All personnel should wear
protective gear, such as hard hats, gloves, goggles, and safety shoes.
The USDA Forest Service and other state and federal land management agencies are equipped
for fast responses to tornadoes, and windstorms. Assistance would be requested through the
San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services according to standard procedures.
Public Rights-of -Way Debris Removal and Disposal (Phase II)
Debris is simply pushed to the shoulders of the roadway during the emergency opening (Phase I)
of key routes. There is little time or concern for sorting debris at that time. The objective is to
provide for the safe movement of emergency and support vehicles into and out of the disaster
area. As removal operations progress, the initial roadside piles of debris become the dumping
location for additional yard waste and other storm-generated debris, such as construction
material, personal property, trash, white metals such as refrigerators, washers, dryers and hot
water heaters, roofing and even household, commercial, and agricultural chemicals.
Determine if local contractors will be needed to assist in Phase II operations.
Determine if additional state and/or federal assistance will be required.
Develop local field inspection teams. The teams become the “eyes and ears” for the Debris
Management Task Force.
Coordinate through local agencies and the EOC to establish a contracted work force capable of
expeditious removal of the debris.
Develop an independent team using the local and state personnel to monitor the removal
activities. This team becomes the debris manager’s “eyes and ears” in the field.
Conduct daily update briefings with key debris managers. Ensure that all major debris removal
and disposal actions are reviewed and approved by the local debris manager.
Ensure that a representative of the Debris Management Task Force attends all briefings to
resolve any coordination problems between state and federal debris removal efforts and local
debris removal and disposal efforts.
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Coordinate with local law enforcement and CalTrans authorities to ensure that traffic control
measures expedite debris removal activities.
Establish a proactive information management plan. Emphasis should be placed on actions that
the public can perform to expedite the cleanup process, such as separating burnable and non-
burnable debris; segregating Household Hazardous Waste (HHW); placing debris at the curbside;
keeping debris piles away from fire hydrants and valves, reporting locations of illegal dump sites
or incidents of illegal dumping; and segregating recyclable materials.
The public should be kept informed of debris pick-up schedules, disposal methods and ongoing
actions to comply with Environmental regulations, disposal procedures for self-help and
independent contractors, and restrictions and penalties for creating illegal dumps. The Public
Information Officer (PIO) should be prepared to respond to questions pertaining to debris
removal from the press and residents. The following questions are likely to be asked:
o What is the pick-up system?
o When will the contractor be in my area?
o Who are the contractors and how can I contact them?
o Should I separate the different debris materials and how?
o How do I handle Household Hazardous Waste?
o What if I am elderly or have access or functional needs?
5. Eligible Work
Under a federal declaration, debris can be removed when necessary to ensure economic recovery of the
community-at-large. This is generally defined as removing debris from commercial areas to expedite
economic recovery. It does not mean general debris removal from private property.
Note: The terms immediate threat, public health and community-at-large are very important in
assessing eligibility. This is el igible only under a federal declaration and is not an option under the
California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA).
Roads
In large debris generating disasters, much of the debr is that requires clearance and possible removal in
the early stages of the event is that deposited on roadways, thus requiring removal for emergency
access. In general, debris on public property that must be removed to allow safe operation of
governmental functions or to alleviate an immediate threat is eligible.
Public Roads
Generally, debris that is blocking streets and highways is considered a threat to public health
and safety because it blocks passage of emergency vehicles or it blocks access to emergency
facilities such as medical hospitals.
Debris may be removed from travel lanes, shoulders, roadside ditches and drainage features,
and maintained rights-of-way.
Federal-Aid Systems Roads
Federal-Aid System Roads are under the authority of the Federal Highway Administration
(FHWA). However, as of October 1, 2012, the FHWA Emergency Relief (ER) Program will not aid
with debris removal on Federal-aid highways in jurisdictions designated for FEMA Public
Assistance. (FEMA Recovery Fact Sheet 9580.214)
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Any debris removal funded by FEMA must meet the eligibility, procurement and documentation
requirements established in the Stafford Act (See 44 CFR Part 206).
This change applies only to debris removal and does not affect any other categories of PA work.
Permanent work on Federal-aid highways is still not eligible for Public Assistance funding.
Water Control Facilities
Water control facilities naturally collect debris and sediment on a regular basis, requiring
maintenance of the facilities to maintain their function.
Therefore, when evaluating debris removal eligibility from such facilities, it is necessary for the
applicant to provide documentation to demonstrate the portion of the existing debris that was
generated by the disaster. Evidence of a formal maintenance program and records of the
program being implemented is often required.
Although the applicant may choose to remove all debris, pre-disaster and disaster-related, only
the disaster-related debris quantities are eligible, and generally, only that portion that is
necessary to remove the threat.
Debris Basins, Drainage/Irrigation Channels
Removal of silt, mud and other debris from lined and unlined basins and engineered channels
may be eligible if the pre-disaster level of debris can be determined. Such facilities must have a
regular schedule of debris removal.
Natural Streams
CDAA does not fund work done in natural streams, only for man-made facilities.
Under 44 CFR 206, eligible debris removal from a stream is limited to the minimum effort
required to eliminate an immediate threat to life, public health, and safety, or debris that is
immediately up/down stream of and near improved property.
Debris removal from a stream by an applicant for which another federal agency has specific
authority, is ineligible under the Public Assistance Program, except for limited debris removal
that is:
o Reasonably necessary to eliminate an immediate threat to life, public health and safety,
OR
o Located immediately up/down stream of or near improved property and which poses an
immediate threat of significant damage to that property; AND
o The other federal agency is not aiding for the activity.
The removal of trees still rooted to an embankment may be eligible if:
o The tree is partially or wholly floating or submerged in the waterway; and
o The tree presents an immediate threat to life, public health, and safety; and
o Another federal agency does not have specific authority to fund or perform the work.
Note: In such cases, FEMA may determine that the cost to cut the floating or submerged portion of the
tree at the water’s edge is eligible.
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Buildings
Removal of mud and silt, or similar disaster-related debris in and on buildings is eligible.
If furnishings from public buildings are damaged to the point where they become debris, they
are eligible for removal and disposal if brought to the curb.
Sometimes, public facilities are damaged to the point that demolition is necessary for public
health and safety.
o State and federal policy on demolition must be reviewed for these situations.
Insurance is a large consideration in building debris removal and demolition activities.
Debris resulting from permanent repair activities is not eligible as Category A but would be
eligible under the permanent repair efforts.
Utilities
Generally, debris removal from eligible utilities also will be eligible.
Some materials may be salvageable.
Environmental issues may be present – such as PCB filled transformers.
Parks and Recreation Areas
The removal of debris from parks and recreational areas used by the public is eligible when it
affects public health or safety or proper utilization of such facilities.
Recreational facilities are not eligible private non-profit facilities. Therefore, debris would only
be eligible in accordance with the eligibility criteria for private property.
Private Property Debris Removal
Dangerous structures should be the responsibility of the owner or the city to demolish on order
to protect the health and safety of adjacent residents. However, experience has shown that
unsafe structures will remain because of the lack of insurance, absentee landlords, or under-
staffed and under-equipped San Luis Obispo personnel. Consequently, demolition of these
structures may become the responsibility of the Debris Management Task Force.
Develop procedures to ensure complete cooperation with numerous local, county and state
government officials to include the following: real estate offices, local law and/or code
enforcement agencies, State historic preservation office, qualified contractors to remove
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW), asbestos, lead-based paint, and field teams to photograph
the sites before and after demolition.
Include a copy of Demolition of Private Property checklist.
Include copies of sample ordinances that can be activated when a “state of emergency” is
implemented, eliminating any unnecessary waiting period.
The City of San Luis Obispo addressed Private Property Debris Removal in its Municipal Code,
Title 8 - Health and Safety Zoning. In addition, Chapter 17 of the Municipal Code should be
consulted when dealing with debris removal. Close coordination is essential, and it is
recommended that at least one FEMA staff person be on site to work directly with the San Luis
Obispo staff to ensure tha t all required legal actions are taken.
Reimbursement for removal of debris from private property can only be performed under specific
circumstances and only with prior state and/or federal approval.
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State Regulations for Private Property Debris Removal
Under state regulations, debris removal from private property is reimbursable only when there is an
immediate threat to life, public health and safety.
o Title 19, Section 2925 (2) (A-C)) does allow for the removal of debris under the following:
(1) For purposes of this program, the removal of debris from private property shall be
reimbursed only when there is an immediate threat to public health and safety. In a case
where reimbursement for debris removal from private property is authorized by the agency
secretary, the following requirements shall apply, unless waived in part or full by the agency
secretary:
• The property owner must remove all disaster-related debris from the property
to the curb or public right-of-way.
• The local agency must obtain a signed statement from the property owner to
the effect that the property owner does not have insurance covering the
removal of the disaster-related debris; and,
• The local agency must have a signed statement from the property owner giving
the local agency the right of entry and absolving the local agency and the state
of any liability relative to removal.
(a) Criteria
Debris removal shall be considered necessary when removal will:
• Eliminate immediate threats to life, public health, and safety.
• Elimi nate immediate threats of significant damage to improved public
or private property, or,
• Be necessary for the permanent repair, restoration, or reconstruction of
damaged public facilities.
Examples of Eligible Work.
• Removing debris such as pieces of destroyed buildings, structures, signs,
or broken Public Works poles.
• Removing loose or broken sidewalks and driveways; or,
• Removing fallen trees.
Federal Regulations for Private Property Debris Removal
(Stafford Act Sections 403 and 407 and 44 CFR 206.224(b)) provide the authority to fund eligible
applicants to remove debris from private property. This work may only be eligible when:
The disaster caused very severe and widespread damage.
The removal is necessary to eliminate an immediate threat to life, public health and safety or to
improve public or private property, or to ensure the economic recovery of the affected
community to the benefit of the community-at-large.
An eligible applicant, such as a municipal or county government, performs the work.
The private property owner has provided all insurance information.
It is pre-approved by the FEMA Regional Director and/or Federal Disaster Recovery Manager
(DRM).
Required legal documents are in place:
o Insurance documents.
o Hold Harmless Agreement; and
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o Right-of-Entry Agreement.
In federally declared events, applicants and property owners must be aware that only FE MA makes
eligibility determinations regarding removal of debris from private property. Not all actions that may be
taken by San Luis Obispo are eligible for FEMA assistance.
Demonstrating a Threat on Private Property
Remember, the reason to undertake a debris removal operation is to remove and immediate threat to
the public health and safety, not because it’s an “ugly nuisance”. When it comes to private property, an
applicant must demonstrate that removal of debris on private property is required to reduce this threat.
A resolution after a disaster by an applicant that debris on private property constitutes a threat
to public health and safety does not in itself make the debris removal eligible.
o The applicant should submit for review and approval specific legal requirements for
declaring the existence of the threat.
A damaged structure may be a public health and safety hazard if it could be
condemned as such, pursuant to the provisions of an applicant’s ordinance
related to condemnation of damaged structures. A qualified individual, such as a
certified building inspector, must make this determination.
A public health hazard may exist if such a determination is made pursuant to the
provision of an applicant’s ordinance related to public health. An individual
qualified to do so, such as a public health official, must make such a
determination.
The determination of work being required to ensure economic recovery must be carefully
reviewed.
o Use of this criterion is normally restricted to the removal of disaster-related debris from
large commercial areas to expedite restoration of the economic viability of the affected
community.
Unique Eligibility Issues
Mobile Homes
In California, the Department of Housing and Community Development oversees mobile homes.
During many disasters, there may be many mobile homes demolished.
The eligibility for mobile home removal should be evaluated as for any other residential
structure – removal may be eligible if a threat can be demonstrated – but there are some
unique aspects to the units themselves.
o Before demolition begins, the applicant should decide to be sure remaining personal
items, furniture, etc. that may remain in the units are removed.
o Check the units for asbestos and lead paint, and any other Household Hazardous Waste.
o Units may need to be crushed or taken apart – few landfills will accept the units intact.
o Caltrans may have regulations relating to hauling demolished mobile homes on
state/federal highways.
o Consider salvage of the metal components.
Mobile homes may present unique cleanup situations. Mobile homes are normally treated as private
property and should be removed with the owner’s insurance proceeds. However, in some instances,
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there will be a need to quickly install replacement mobile homes resulting in the damaged mobile home
debris being bulldozed to the right-of-way. In addition, mobile homes in a mobile home park are
generally not eligible for public assistance as the mobile home park is considered a business.
Trees, Limbs and Stumps
Hazardous trees, limbs and stumps on public property within or adjacent to improved or publicly
used space, and on private property that meet criteria of posing a threat, may be eligible for
removal. Examples include:
o Trees alongside public roadways.
o Trees within a naturalized area of public parks or golf courses.
o Trees within private property posing a threat to health and public safety or to damage
to residences.
Hazardous trees that are unstable and leaning into the areas used by the public are eligible for
removal. Normally, trees requiring removal are flush cut to the ground.
A tree with more than 50% of the tree crown destroyed or damaged, a split trunk, or broken
branches that expose the heartwood, or a tree that has been felled or uprooted is eligible for
removal, especially if it is in a location approximate to or within public-use areas.
o If an applicant chooses to save a tree that has any conditions described above that
justify its removal, the expense is the applicant’s.
Hazardous limbs are also eligible for removal. Hazardous limbs considered to pose a threat are
those that are still hanging in the tree and are threatening a public-use area, such as a trail,
sidewalk, road or golf cart path, or other improved and maintained property.
Removal of fallen trees in a forested or wilderness area is not normally eligible.
Removal of cut trees from subdivisions under development or off the right-of-way in rural areas
is typically not eligible, as this condition generally does not pose an immediate threat.
Reimbursement for stump removal is extremely limited.
o Normally, reimbursement is limited to removing stumps that have been uprooted and
are in an area where they would be a safety hazard. If a tree has been broken, instead of
uprooted, the “stump hazard” is removed by cutting the tree at ground level.
Animal Removal
Disposal of companion animals present unique challenges.
Local emergency managers need to be involved if extensive numbers of dead animals are found.
Because of potential health issues, disposal of dead animals needs to be addressed quickly.
Disposal methods, burning or burying, need to be coordinated with appropriate environmental
agencies.
A specialty contractor may be needed to appropriately pick-up, haul and dispose of the animals.
Note: California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) has lists of venders
for various areas on their websi te (www.calrecycle.ca.gov).
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Curbside Pickup
Generally, disaster-related debris from private property must be brought to the curbside and collected
by an eligible applicant.
Construction and demolition materials from repairs and reconstruction should not be placed at
curbside.
Items such as grass-clippings, household garbage, automobile parts, are not eligible.
Residents should not mix normal garbage with disaster debris. Normal garbage pickup schedules
should resume as soon as possible.
Segregation of the types of debris will make the process go smoother and faster.
o Applicants may be asked to separate their debris into the following categories.
Woody debris and yard waste.
Household waste (damaged personal goods).
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW); and
Construction and Demolition (C&D) waste (removed by the homeowner, not as
a result of reconstruction).
The city, state, FEMA, should monitor the pickup activities to ensure that eligible materials are
being collected and unnecessary mixing of debris does not occur.
o The city should work with their state and federal counterparts to establish deadlines for
debris pickup. The residents should be informed as soon as possible of the criteria for
pickup, schedule and deadlines.
Debris can be removed directly off private property under special circumstances. These
instances must be documented.
Household Hazardous Wastes Removal
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) may be generated as a result of a major natural disaster.
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) may consist of common household chemicals, propane
tanks, oxygen bottles, batteries, and industrial and agricultural chemicals. These items will be
mixed into the debris stream and will require close attention throughout the debris removal and
disposal process.
Arrange for salvageable hazardous materials to be collected and segregated based on their
intended use. Properly trained personnel or Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) contractors
should accomplish removal of hazardous waste. Coordinate with regulatory agencies to ensure
cleanup actions meet local, county, state, and federal regulations.
Complete Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) identification and segregation before building
demolition begins. Qualified contractors should remove Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)
debris. Regular demolition contractors can remove uncontaminated debris.
A separate staging area for Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) materials, contaminated soils,
and contaminated debris should be established at each Temporary Debris Storage and
Reduction site. The staging area should be lined with an impermeable material and bermed to
prevent contamination of the groundwater and surrounding area. Materials should be removed
and disposed of using qualified Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) personnel/contractors in
accordance with local, county, State and Federal regulations.
Major hazardous and toxic waste components are generally the responsibility of the Department of
Toxic Substances Control and the Environmental Protection Agency.
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State
The Department of Toxic Substances Control regulates the following within the state:
Regulate asbestos. (This could also fall under the Air Resources Board’s jurisdiction, or OSHA’s
depending on whether the asbestos is being disposed of or ground up.)
Regulate lead (primarily lead based paint on wood and metal) and Household Hazardous Waste.
Regulate cleanup of hazardous materials.
Federal
FEMA regulates the following:
The Public Assistance Officer will coordinate with Cal OES and FEMA Headquarters at the
beginning of a disaster to determine if there have been any agreements with the EPA on
addressing HAZMAT for the specific disaster.
o For example, FEMA HQ may determine if retrieving and disposing of orphan drums and
barrels will be funded by FEMA or through the EPA.
FEMA generally will fund the removal and disposal of Household Hazardous Waste.
FEMA may provide technical assistance to states on disposal methods.
Activities related to long-term cleanup are generally not eligible for FEMA funding.
Once the debris is removed from the damaged area, it will be taken to temporary debris storage
and reduction sites.
Removal and disposal actions should be handled at the lowest level possible based on the
magnitude of the event. It follows the normal chain of responsibility, i.e., local level, county
level, state level, and when resources are exceeded at each level of responsibility, federal
assistance may be requested according to established procedures. Because of the limited debris
removal and reduction resources, the establishment and operation of Temporary Debris Storage
and Reduction sites are generally accomplished by contracts.
The Debris Management Task Force should review all debris disposal contracts.
Site Preparation. The topography and soil conditions should be evaluated to determine best site
layout. Consider ways to make remediation and restoration easier when planning site
preparation.
Site Operations. Site preparation and operation are usually left up to the contractor, but
guidance can help avoid problems with the ultimate closeout.
Establish lined temporary storage areas for ash, Household Hazardous Waste (HHW), fuels, and
other materials that can contaminate soils, groundwater and surface water. Set up plastic liners,
when possible, under stationary equipment such as generators and mobile lighting plants.
Include this as a requirement of the contract scope of work.
If the site is also an equipment staging area, monitor fueling and equipment repair to prevent
and mitigate spills such as petroleum products and hydraulic fluids. Include clauses in contract
scope of work to require immediate cleanup by the contractor.
Be aware of and mitigate things that will irritate the neighbors such as:
o Smoke – proper construction and operation of incineration pits. Don’t overload air
curtains.
o Dust – employ water trucks.
o Noise – construct perimeter berms.
o Traffic – proper layout of ingress and egress procedures to help traffic flow.
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6. Debris Reduction Methods
NOTE: INCINERATION METHOD IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IF CONSIDERING
INCINERATION PLEASE CONTACT THE COUNTY AIR POLUTION CONTROL DISTRICT.
Volume Reduction by Incineration
There are several incineration methods available including uncontrolled open incineration,
controlled open incineration, air curtain pit incineration, and refractor lined pit incineration. The
Debris Management Task Force should consider each incineration method before selection and
implementation as part of the overall volume reduction strategy.
Uncontrolled Open Incineration: Uncontrolled open incineration is the least desirable method
of volume reduction because it lacks environmental control. However, in the haste to make
progress, waivers to allow this method of reduction early in a disaster.
Controlled Open Incineration: Controlled open incineration is a cost-effective method for
reducing clean woody debris in rural areas. This option must be terminated if mixed debris such
as treated lumber, poles, nails, bolts, tin and aluminum sheeting enters the waste flow. Clean
woody tree debris presents little environmental damage and the local agricultural community
can use the resulting ash as a soil additive. Department of Agriculture and county agricultural
personnel should be consulted to determine if and how the resulting ash can be recycled as a
soil additive.
Air Curtain Pit Incineration: Air curtain pit incineration offers an effective means to expedite the
volume reduction process by substantially reducing the environmental concerns caused by open
incineration. Specifications and statements of work should be developed to expedite the proper
use of the systems, because experience has shown that many contractors and subcontractors
are not fully knowledgeable of the system operating parameters.
Refractor Lined Pit Incineration: Pre -manufactured refractory lined pit burners are an
alternative to air curtain open pit incineration. The units can be erected on site in a minimal
amount of time.
Some are portable and others must be built in-place. The units are especially suited for locations
with high water tables, sandy soil, or where materials are not available to build above ground
pits.
The engineered features designed into the units allow for a reduction rate of approximately 95%
with a minimum of air pollution. The air curtain traps smoke and small particles and recirculates
them to enhance combustion that reaches over 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit. Manufacturers claim
that combustion rates of about 25 tons per hour are achievable while still meeting emission
standards.
Local officials, environmental groups, and local citizens should be thoroughly briefed on the type
of incineration method being used, how the systems work, environmental standards, health
issues, and the risk associated with each type of incineration. PIOs should take the initiative to
keep the public informed. A proactive public information strategy to include press releases and
media broadcasts should be included in any operation that envisions incineration as a primary
means of volume reduction.
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Environmental Controls
Environmental controls are essential for all incineration methods, and the following should be
considered:
A setback of at least 1,000 feet should be maintained between the debris piles and the
incineration area. Keep at least 1,000 feet between the incineration area and the nearest
building. Contractors should use fencing and warning signs to keep the public away from the
incineration area.
The fire should be extinguished approximately two hours before anticipated removal of the ash
mound. The ash mound should be removed when it reaches 2 feet below the lip of the
incineration pit.
The incineration area should be placed in an above ground or below ground pit that is no wider
than 8 feet and between 9 and 14 feet deep.
The incineration pits should be constructed with limestone and reinforced with earth anchors or
wire mesh to support the weight of the loaders. There should be a 1-foot impervious layer of
clay or limestone on the bottom of the pit to seal the ash from the aquifer.
The ends of the pits should be sealed with dirt or ash to a height of 4 feet.
A 12-inch dirt seal should be placed on the lip of the incineration pit area to seal the blower
nozzle.
The nozzle should be 3 to 6 inches from the end of the pit.
There should be 1-foot high, unburnable warning stops along the edge of the pit’s length to
prevent the loader from damaging the lip of the incineration pit.
Hazardous or contaminated ignitable material should not be placed in the pit. This is to prevent
contained explosions.
The airflow should hit the wall of the pit about 2 feet below the top edge of the pit, and the
debris should not break the path of the airflow except during dumping.
The pit should be no longer than the length of the blower system, and the pit should be loaded
uniformly along the length.
Volume Reduction by Grinding and Chipping
Various disasters impacting the city may present the opportunity to employ large-scale grinding
and chipping operations as part of the overall debris volume reduction strategy. Windstorms can
blow away scarce topsoil in the agricultural areas and cause extensive tree damage and blow-
down. This two-fold loss, combined with local climatic conditions, may present an excellent
opportunity to reduce clean woody debris into suitable mulch that can be used to replenish the
topsoil and retain soil moisture.
Grinding and chipping woody debris is a viable reduction method. Although grinding and
chipping is more expensive than incineration, it is more environmentally friendly, and the
resulting product, mulch, can be recycled. In some locations the mulch will be a desirable
product because of shallow topsoil conditions. In other locations it may become a landfill
product.
Grinding and chipping woody debris reduces the large amounts of tree blow-down. Chipping
operations are suitable where streets are narrow or in groves of trees where it is cheaper to
reduce the woody vegetation to mulch than to move it to a central grinding site and then
returning it to the affected area. This reduces the costs associated with double handling.
The Debris Management Task Force should work closely with local environmental and
agricultural groups to determine if there is a market for mulch. Another source for disposal of
ground woody debris may be as an alternative fuel for industrial heating or for use in a
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cogeneration plant.
There are numerous makes and models of grinders and chippers on the market. When
contracting, the most important item to specify is the size of the mulch. If the grinding operation
is strictly for volume reduction, size is not important. However, mulch to be used for agricultural
purposes must be of a certain size and be virtually free of paper, plastic and dirt.
The average size of wood chips produced should not exceed 4 inches in length and ó inch in
diameter. Production output should average 100 to 150 cubic yards per hour when debris is
moderately contaminated, which slows feeding operations, and 200 to 250 cubic yards per hour
for relatively clean debris. Note that this is not machine capability; this is contractor output or
performance capability.
Contaminants are all materials other than wood products and should be held to 10% or less for
the mulch to be acceptable. Plastics are a big problem and should be eliminated completely. To
help eliminate contaminants, root rake loaders should be used to feed or crowd materials to the
grapplers.
Bucket-loaders tend to scoop up earth, which is a contaminant and causes excessive wear on
the grinder or chipper. Hand laborers should remove contaminants prior to feeding the grinders.
Shaker screens should be used when processing stumps with root balls or when large amounts
of soil are present in the woody debris.
Chippers are ideal for use in residential areas, orchards, or groves. The number of damaged and
uprooted trees presents significant problems if they are pushed to the rights-of-way for
eventual pickup and transport to staging and reduction sites. The costs associated with chipping
are reasonable because the material does not need to be transported twice.
Grinders are ideal for use at debris staging and reduction sites because of their high volume
reduction capacity. Locating the grinders is critical from a noise and safety point-of-view.
Moreover, there is a need for a large area to hold the woody debris and an area to hold the
resulting mulch. Ingress and egress to the site is also an important consideration.
Volume Reduction by Recycling
Recycling reduces mixed debris volume before it is hauled to a landfill. Recycling is attractive
and strongly supported by San Luis Obispo because there may be an economic value to the
recovered material if it can be sorted and sold. A portable Materials Recovery Facility could be
set up at the site.
Metals, wood, and soils are prime candidates for recycling. The major drawback is the potential
environmental impact of the recycling operation. In areas where there is a large usage of
chemical agricultural fertilizer, the recovered soil may be too contaminated for use on
residential or existing agricultural land.
Recycling should be considere d early in the debris removal and disposal operation because it
may present an opportunity to reduce the overall cost of the operation. The following materials
are suitable for recycling.
Metals. There may be extensive damage to mobile homes, sun porches, and green houses. Most
of the metals are non-ferrous and suitable for recycling. Trailer frames and other ferrous metals
are also suitable for recycling. Metals can be separated using an electromagnet.
Metals that have been processed for recycling can be sold to metal recycling firms.
Soil. Cleanup operations using large pieces of equipment pick up large amounts of soil. The soil
is transported to the staging and reduction sites where it is combined with other organic
materials that will decompose over time. Large amounts of soil can be recovered if the material
is put through some type of screen or shaker system. This procedure can produce significant
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amounts of soil that can either be sold or recycled back into the agricultural community. This soil
could also be used at local landfills for cover. It is more expensive to transport and pay tipping
fees at local landfills than to sort out the heavy dirt before moving the material. Monitoring and
testing of the soil may be necessary to ensure that it is not contaminated with chemicals.
Wood. Woody debris can be either ground or chipped into mulch.
Construction Material. Concrete block and other building materials can be ground and used for
other purposes if there is a ready market. Construction materials and wood can also be
shredded to reduce volume. This construction material could also be used at local landfills for
cover.
Residue Material. Residue material that cannot be recycled, such as cloth, rugs, and trash, can
be sent to a landfill for final disposal.
7. Demolition of a Damaged Public Facility or Privately Owned Building
State Regulations:
Under Title 19, § 2930(4), the agency secretary under the following standards approves demolition of a
damaged public facility or privately owned building:
• The local agency must clearly possess the legal authority and responsibility to demolish
the damaged facility. The local agency must also show that such demolition does not
constitute a “taking” which would require the payment of compensation to the property
owner.
• The local agency requesting approval of building demolition of privately owned-
buildings must be able to demonstrate that the property owner has no other source of
funding to pay for structure demolition.
• The local agency must have inspected each building and determined it to be a health or
safety hazard. The local agency must have a certification to this effect signed by the
appropriate agency official.
• The local agency must have a signed statement from the property owner to the effect
that the property owner does not have insurance covering the damage or the
demolition of the building.
• The local agency must have a signed statement from the property owner giving the local
agency the right of entry and absolving the local agency and the state of any liability
relative to demolition and removal.
• The local agency must also comply with any other applicable state or federal health and
safety regulation, law, or general requirements; and,
• Eligibility is limited to the cost of demolishing designated buildings to the top of the
foundation, removal and hauling debris to the waste-site, and back filling of basements
to a safe condition.
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Federal Regulations:
Sections 403 and 407 of the Stafford Act allow for the demolition of unsafe public or private structures
that pose an immediate threat to life, property, or public health and safety.
The following is a summary of the key items of the FEMA Policy: Demolition of Private and Public
Facilities (FEMA 9523.4) November 9, 1999, included in the Policies Section, and other
references.
o Public and Private Non-Profit Eligible Facilities.
Section 403 requires that the structures must be damaged by the disaster.
The structures must be determined to be unsafe and pose an immediate danger
to the public. This determination must be made by local officials and verified by
State and Federal officials.
Work must be completed within Emergency Work deadlines (44 CFR 206.204 – 6
months plus extensions).
Additionally, Section 407 allows for demolition in the public interest, ensuring
economic recovery, but this only applies when the first two criteria above are
met to the satisfaction of the Regional Director, and the structures have been
uninhabited since the major disaster. The timeline for emergency work
completion does not govern this authority.
o Private Structures.
The structures must meet the first three criteria defined above for public and
private non-profit facilities.
Liability and legal permission requirements must be met.
Slabs or foundations, broken or intact, generally do not present a health or
safety hazard to the general public. Slabs removed primarily for reconstruction
are not eligible.
Individuals, private organizations and private non-profits will not be reimbursed
for their efforts on their own property.
o For health and safety reasons, the following demolition costs are eligible:
Capping wells.
Pumping and capping septic tanks.
Filling in basements and swimming pools.
o Not eligible activities include:
Concrete slabs removed for reconstruction purposes, even when brought to the
curbside.
Removal or covering of pads and driveways.
Structures condemned as safety hazards before the disaster.
Habitable, but not yet damaged, structures even when they are in danger of
destruction (for example, on a failing slope).
o Section 404 Hazard Mitigation.
When part of the Section 404 Hazard Mitigation buyout and relocation project,
the removal of substantially damaged structures including slabs, driveways,
fencing, garages, sheds and similar appurtenances are eligible.
o Insurance must be considered.
All work must be reviewed in accordance with environmental, historic and other Federal laws.
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Other Considerations
Demolition of a structure is not always the most cost-effective health and safety alternative. For
example, “attractive nuisances” where structural integrity has not been compromised, cleaning and
securing the facility may be the best option.
8. Temporary Debris Storage and Reduction Site Close-Out Procedures
Each Temporary Debris Storage and Reduction site will eventually be emptied of all material and
be restored to its previous condition and use. The contractor should be required to remove and
dispose of all mixed debris, construction and demolition (C&D) debris, and debris residue to
approved landfills. Quality assurance inspectors should monitor all closeout and disposal
activities to ensure that contractors complied with contract specifications. Additional measures
will be necessary to meet local, county, state and federal environmental requirements because
of the nature of the staging and reduction operation.
The Debris Management Task Force must assure that all sites are properly remediated. There
will be significant costs associated with this operation as well as scrutiny by the local press and
environmental groups. Site remediation will go smoothly if baseline data collection and site
operation procedures are followed.
The basic close-out steps are to remove all debris from the site; conduct an environmental audit
or assessment; develop a remediation or restoration plan approved by the appropriate
environmental agency; execute the plan; get acceptance from the landowner; and terminate
lease payments, if applicable. The key to timely closeout of the mission is the efficient
scheduling of the above activities for multiple sites. Therefore, critical path scheduling of all the
activities as far in advance as possible will minimize down time between steps.
Environmental Restoration. Stockpiled debris will be a mix of woody vegetation, construction
material, household items, and yard waste. Household Hazardous Waste and medical wastes
should be segregated and removed prior to stockpiling. Activities at the debris disposal sites will
include anyone or a combination of the following activities: stockpiling, sorting, recycling,
incineration, grinding, and chipping. Incineration is done in air curtain pits and generally only
woody debris is incinerated; however, the efficiency of the incineration and the quality of
incineration material is highly variable. Contamination may occur from petroleum spills at
staging and reduction sites or runoff from the debris piles, incineration sites, and ash piles.
Site Remediation. During the debris removal process and after the material has been removed
from each of the debris sites, environmental monitoring will be needed to close each of the
sites. This is to ensure that no long-term environmental contamination is left on the site. The
monitoring should be done on three different media: ash, soil, and groundwater.
The monitoring of the ash should consist of chemical testing to determine the suitability of the
material for land filling.
Monitoring of the soils should be by portable methods to determine if any of the soils are
contaminated by volatile hydrocarbons. The contractors may do this if it is determined that
hazardous material, such as oil or diesel fuel was spilled on the site. This phase of the
monitoring should be done after the stockpiles are removed from the site.
The monitoring of the groundwater should be done on selected sites to determine the probable
effects of rainfall leaching through either the ash areas or the stockpile areas.
Consider the following requirements to closeout a temporary staging and reduction site(s).
o Coordinate with city, county, and state officials responsible for construction, real estate,
project management, and legal counsel regarding requirements and support for
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implementation of a site remediation plan.
o Establish a testing and monitoring program. The contractor should be responsible for
environmental restoration of both public and leased sites. Contractors will also be
required to remove all debris from sites for final disposal at landfills prior to closure.
o Reference appropriate and applicable environmental regulations.
o Prioritize si te closures.
o Schedule closeout activities.
o Determine separate protocols for air, water and soil testing.
o Develop cost estimates.
o Develop decision criteria for certifying satisfactory closure based on limited baseline
information.
o Develop administrative procedures and contractual arrangements for closure phase.
o Inform City, County, and State environmental agencies regarding acceptability of
program and established requirements.
o Designate approving authority to review and evaluate closure activities and progress.
o Retain staff during closure phase to develop site-specific remediation for sites, as
needed, based on information obtained from the closure checklist.
9. Debris Forecasting and Estimating
Introduction
The purpose of this section is to present various debris forecasting and estimating techniques including
various tools and rules of thumb to assist the Debris Manager in planning for large scale debris
operations.
The determination of the quantity and type of debris is critical to debris management. The management
of Debris Management Sites and the possible need for state and federal resources will require a
reasonably accurate estimate of debris quantities.
Forecasting
Debris forecasting is normally a pre-disaster technique used to predict debris quantities.
Certain planning assumptions must be made concerning the type and magnitude of debris generating
events.
For instance, the plan would assume that a specific type of event, such as a major earthquake in a
heavily populated area, would affect the area with large quantities of primarily construction and
demolition debris. Debris Forecasting can also be used to determine the type and number of stand-by
contracts required to remove and dispose of the predicted debris.
Pre-disaster plan development
Predicts debris quantities
Can determine type and number of contracts needed
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Estimating
Debris estimating is normally used in a post-disaster situation to establish a reasonable estimate of the
actual debris quantities and mix.
Debris estimates will be used to determine a community’s actual capability to handle the situation.
Debris estimates will be used to determine the actual need for Debris Management Sites, contracts and
landfill space requirements.
Post-disaster plan implementation
Estimate of actual debris
Determines community’s actual debris
Management capabilities
There are three basic techniques that are used for debris forecasting:
An analysis of prior debris generating events can be conducted for your community or a similar
community. With this analysis completed it may be possible to plan for effective response to
similar type events. However, because the event may have been limited in scope or experienced
debris staff is no longer available, this method has severe limitations.
More commonly, a community-based risk analysis is completed to determine the types and
quantities of debris generated by various events. This analysis is then used as a critical
component of the debris management plan.
Computers can be used for both of the first two techniques to perform calculations and present
the analysis. However, there are a range of computer-based prediction models available to
perform some of the more routine calculations, use a community’s Geographical Information
System (GIS) and plan for any number of event scenarios.
When these three techniques are combined a very effective analysis can be completed.
In order to complete an historical analysis of prior debris events, some basic information should be
gathered:
Prior event(s) should be selected from your community or from communities who have
experienced the type of disaster you have forecasted for your community.
Key staff members responsible for debris activities should be interviewed to determine
procedures that were effective and those that were not.
An analysis of any effect in changes to the way your community would be able to respond to such events
as:
Land use changes that may increase or decrease the types of debris generated.
A significant decrease in your landfill capacity or more current landfill regulations may have a
very severe impact.
An increase or decrease in your community’s engineering or solid waste department staff could
also make a difference in your response capability.
A simple method can be used to systematically forecast the type and quantity of debris for a
community.
First, obtain detailed maps of your community and highlight them with an indication of the type
of land use in each area, such as urban, industrial, and mixed use. This area separation will make
your analysis as similar land use areas can be assumed to have similar debris types.
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o For instance: parks, nurseries and tree-lined streets will have similar debris quantities
based on an acreage or mileage basis.
o Commercial and industrial areas tend to have heavy amounts of construction and
demolition type debris.
o Residential areas can be a combination of vegetative, construction and demolition
debris.
Second, develop a representative sample of the debris in each area.
o Debris quantities can be estimated using the guidelines provided:
One story house = Volume in cubic yards times 0.33
Personal property from flooded home without basement = 25-30 cy
Single wide mobile home = 290 cy
Double wide mobile home = 415 cy
o The terms light, medium and heavy are somewhat subjective, but the general guide is: If
there is very light vegetation covering the house, yard or driveway, it’s light. If there is a
canopy of trees covering the house, it’s heavy. Use medium for everything else.
Third, project the sampling of debris for each area and provide a total of the amount and type of
debris for each area. The grand total of all these calculations will provide you with an estimate
useful for planning purposes.
Understand that this type of debris forecasting is not an exact science. Broad assumptions and wide-
scale projections must be made throughout the process. However, even with its inaccuracies, the
resulting quantity estimate can be very useful in completing the next phases of the planning process,
such as selecting Debris Management Sites or developing contracts.
Computerized modeling programs have been developed to provide reasonable debris predictions for
communities under various disaster types. Types of these interactive models are:
US Army Corps of Engineers – Can provide debris plans from past disasters, as well as technical
assistance.
Private Industry - Consultants are available.
HAZUS (FEMA) - The Hazards U.S. Multi-Hazard (Hazus-MH) is a nationally applicable standardized
methodology that estimates potential losses from earthquakes, hurricane winds, and floods.
Hazus-MH uses state-of-the-art Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software to map and display
hazard data and the results of damage and economic loss estimates for buildings and infrastructure. It
also allows users to estimate the impacts of earthquakes, hurricane winds, and floods on populations.
HAZARD-Tech (NOAA) - HAZARD-Tech is a free, public resource for hazard-oriented professionals,
including mitigation planners, emergency managers, hazard scientists and engineers, geospatial
technologists, and others.
The purpose of this Site is to provide an interactive environment that fosters learning and
communicating. There is focus on exposing the technologies (tools) that support hazard management
disciplines and providing information in support of those tools.
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Measurements
Measurements can be done in many ways. In most cases, measurements are made by volume (cubic
yards). However, if material is being taken to a landfill, there may be access to a scale for weight
measurements.
It is very important to record the process and basis for the estimate on the Project Worksheets (for
public assistance funding) and other reports.
Cubic Yard: Cubic Yard (cy) measurements are often used to determine the unit price of debris (woody,
mixed or construction & demolition) transported to a Debris Management Site or permanent landfill.
All trucks being used to transport debris must be measured and the resulting quantity in cubic
yards recorded on the side of the truck and recorded on all load tickets
Trucks with less than full capacities will be adjusted down by visual inspection by the Field
Debris Monitor who will verify the quantity and type of debris contained in the bed of the truck
from an inspection tower
Load tickets are often used to document measurements.
Ton Measurements: All trucks must have a certified tare weight (empty) established if payments are
going to be made based on certified scale net weight receipts. Field Debris Monitors will be required to
spot check trucks after dumping to see if they are still at their tare weight.
Note: Gross weight – tare weight = net weight.
Conversions
The following are rules of thumb. It will be necessary to do a field test to verify the makeup of the debris
for your area and disaster type.
Actual numbers can be very different. Taking an average load, measuring the truck, then
weighing it will help determine what to use for a specific situation.
When developing cubic yard (cy) measurements, divide cubic feet by 27.
When converting from cy to tons, remember to use the correct factor:
o Use 2 if converting for construction & demolition material
o Use 4 if converting for woody material
Rules of thumb:
o 15 trees 8 inches in diameter = 40 cy (average)
o Root system (8’-10’ diameter) = may require one flat bed trailer to move
o To convert cy of C&D debris to tons, divide by 2
o To convert tons of C&D debris to cy, multiply by 2
There are many ways to estimate debris. Being creative with the tools, techniques and information
available to you can bring the best results.
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Estimating Debris Piles
There are many things to consider when estimating debris:
First consideration: type of debris, for example:
o vegetative
o construction and demolition
o mobile homes
o a mix of different things
Identify handling requirements, for example, if you will need to separate it.
For Public Assistance funding, determine if the debris is eligible or what portion is eligible.
It is important to have the correct tools, aids and information in place when doing estimates. Debris
estimates are only as good as the basic information used to create them.
Ensure that necessary equipment is available, including:
o Digital (preferred) or Polaroid camera
o 100-foot tape or roll-off wheel
o Calculator, notepad, sketchpad
o Maps of area
o Aerial photographs (preferably before and after the disaster)
o Dedicated vehicle and mobile communications
Once the equipment is in place, consider the area to be estimated and the way the area should be
divided (sectors). Debris estimating can be expedited by dividing the community into sectors based on
any of the following:
Type of debris: woody, mixed or construction material
Location of debris: residential, commercial, or industrial
Land use: residential, commercial, or industrial
Remember that however you define your area, you must be consistent with your system and keep
detailed notes on how, where and what method you used for your estimates. These notes must be well
documented and maintained for future reference. For Presidentially declared disasters, the information
will be incorporated on the Project Worksheet.
Estimating Aids – Buildings: The following information will assist you in determining the amount of
debris from destroyed buildings, homes and debris piles:
One-story building formula:
L’xW’xH’ = _____ CY x .33 = _____ CY (cubic yards of debris)
27
One-story house formula:
L’xW’x8’ =_________ cubic yards x 0.33 =__________ CY
27’ per cy
(The 0.33 factor accounts for the “air space” in the house)
Outbuildings:
L’xW’xH’x.033 = _____ CY
27’ per cy
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Mobile homes formula:
L’xW’xH’ = ______CY
27’ per cy
Length =L, Width = W, and Height = H. All measurements are in “feet”.
Note: The 0.33 factor is not applied to mobile home calculations due to their compact
construction. The 27 factor is the conversion factor from cubic feet to cubic yards.
Typical quantities for mobile homes:
Single wide mobile home = 290 cy of debris
Double wide mobile home = 415 cy of debris
Participants typically have a difficult time accepting these numbers because they are larger than the
standard stick-built homes. This has to do with the wasted air space in the average stick-built home. In
mobile homes there is very little wasted air space – every inch of the unit is used in storage; the walls
are narrower, etc.
Debris piles:
L’xW’xH’ = ___ CY
27’ per cy
Length =L, Width = W, and Height = H. All measurements are in “feet”.
Reminders: The following reminders may be of assistance when performing debris estimates:
Look beyond the curb into side and backyards and at condition of the homes. Most debris in
these areas will eventually move to the curb
Wet storms will produce more personal property debris (household furnishings, clothing, rugs,
etc.) if roofs are blown away
Look for hanging debris such as broken limbs
Flood-deposited sediment may be compacted in place. Volume may increase as debris is picked
up and moved.
Using aerial photographs in combination with ground measurements will help determine if
there are any voids in the middle of large debris piles
Treat debris pile as a cube, not a cone, when performing estimates
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Scattered Debris Quantities
The quantity of scattered debris is difficult to estimate and may involve a wide area. If the area can be
clearly identified, then the following two methods may be helpful.
Average depth method - used to estimate concentrated debris fields.
Calculate the area covered by the debris
Make a rough estimate of the average depth of the debris.
Multiply the average depth times the area to arrive at the volume.
Raked debris method
Measure out an area of average debris quantity, such as ten yards by ten yards, or 100 sy.
Rake or sweep together the scattered debris within that area into a cone-shaped debris pile.
Estimate the raked debris volume using the cone volume method.
Divide the debris volume by the measured area to get a volume per square yard.
Multiply the result of Line 4 by the total area with scattered debris to estimate the total debris
volume.
Building Demolition Quantities
After a disaster, building may not have totally collapsed, but may be slated for demolition due to being a
threat to public safety. Estimating the amount of debris that will need to be hauled away can be done by
using the following formula:
Area of building footprint x building height/3 = volume
In cases where a building changes its footprint or size at higher floors, the volume can be calculated by
estimating the different footprint floors separately and adding the volumes together. There is some
flexibility built into this calculation in the result to allow for the uneven shapes of the resulting debris.
Example: A 1930s-era high-rise was severely damaged and must be demolished. It has three footprints
stacked on one another, one at 45,000 sf, 30,000 sf, and 18,000 sf, respectively. The lower two sections
are five stories at 12 ft high per floor, and the upper section is three stories at 10 ft high per floor.
Calculate the debris volume in cubic yards.
Height of the sections: 5 stories x 12 ft/story = 60 ft.
3 stories x 10 ft/story = 30 ft.
[(45,000 sf x 60 ft) + (30,000 sf x 60 ft) + (18,000 sf x 30 ft)] / 3 = 1,680,000 cf.
1,680,000 cf / 27 cf/cy = 62,222 cy (rounded).
Explosions
Debris fields from explosions are a varied as the explosions themselves.
If the explosion resulted in a collapsed building or buildings, use the methods described in Building
Demolition Quantities.
If this doesn’t work, one of the other debris quantities estimating methods may result in a useful
solution, including the scattered debris quantity methods.
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Damage estimates can be made from available aerial photographs. A local newspaper supplied the
above photograph.
To estimate debris using a photograph such as this:
Select an object in the photograph for which the length can be reasonably estimated, such as
the truck.
Measure the truck in the foreground and estimate its length at 25 feet.
Apply that length to the intact houses to estimate the approximate length and width of each
house. Calculate the approximate square footage by multiplying the length times the width. If
you have houses of differing sizes, measure several and then calculate an average square
footage.
Note: After an Oklahoma City tornado, photos from a news report and aerial photographs were used to
do debris estimation. It can be very accurate in the right situation.
10. Debris Monitoring
Debris activities require monitoring by trained and supervised personnel.
Effective debris management planning requires a thorough understanding of debris monitoring
responsibilities and techniques.
Most importantly, debris monitoring is the most effective process for identifying, evaluating,
and resolving debris issues.
Inadequate monitoring of debris activities often results in disputes between an applicant and the
contractor, and/or the applicant and FEMA over federal reimbursement for debris removal, reduction
and disposal, and often loss of funding.
There are several monitoring considerations that are critical to effective monitoring of debris activities.
These include:
Responsibilities
Staff to perform tasks
Documentation and reporting requirements
Monitoring activities and techniques
It is important to recognize that the monitoring process is used to both identify and resolve
debris-related issues
It is the primary responsibility of the applicant to independently monitor all debris activities,
whether performed by their own force account labor or contract
o For the purpose of this discussion, the applicant’s monitoring staff is referred to as the
Debris Field Monitor
o The Debris Field Monitor is responsible for monitoring of the specific day-to-day field
activities
In Presidentially declared events, FEMA will perform overall monitoring of an applicant’s debris
activities. This does not relieve applicants of any of their own monitoring responsibilities.
o For the purpose of this discussion, FEMA’s monitoring staff is referred to as the Public
Assistance (PA) Program Debris Monitor
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Debris Field Monitor – Applicant Responsibility
The applicant’s Debris Field Monitor typically will:
Be assigned to a specific task and be on site every day.
Monitor specific activities at loading sites, debris management site inspection sites or landfills.
Prepare a quantitative report of activities completed.
Most importantly, identify and resolve debris issues.
For State/Presidentially declared disasters, it is the applicant’s responsibility to provide enough
documentation to support that:
The scope of the work performed meets eligibility criteria.
Often, activities may be performed that are not eligible for federal reimbursement while
completing other eligible activities. Such work must be clearly identified, documented and
quantified to minimize disputes when the work is completed.
The quantities (cubic yards of debris, hours of operation, etc.) are adequately verified. The
information provided by the applicant’s field monitor usually provides the basis of this
documentation.
Program Debris Monitor – State/ FEMA Responsibility
Cal OES/FEMA has the authority to monitor an applicant’s debris operations, whether they are
performed by an applicant’s force account or contract. Often, a two-person, FEMA/State team will
perform this function. Generally, the Program Debris Monitor will be staffed by:
Debris Specialists – generally the most qualified for this role but may need additional support
depending on the severity of the operations and number of Specialists deployed to the disaster
Technical Assistance Contractors – often have this expertise
Other State and/or Federal agencies, such as Caltrans or US Army Corps of Engineers
Typically, these staff will:
Make periodic site visits, depending on the magnitude and complexity of an applicant’s
operations.
Assess operations compliance with the terms of the Project Worksheets, the contract, and the
applicant’s debris monitoring plan.
Review field notes and/or reports prepared by the Debris Field Monitors.
Compile payment and cost documentation for an applicant’s operations.
Prepare a summary report of observations, issues and resolutions.
Provide training to Debris Field Monitors.
Monitoring Staff
The applicant should use full-time debris monitors to account for all debris management activities.
The applicant should never rely solely on the records or invoices provided by the contractor.
These monitors should be trained and properly supervised.
o Cal OES/ FEMA may provide monitor training on State and/or Presidentially declared
disasters, if necessary
The size of the staff will depend on the operation and may range from a few individuals who
randomly monitor pickup and disposal sites (least efficient) to having a monitor at every pickup
and disposal site (most efficient, most costly).
Staffing may be provided by:
o Local force account labor or temporary hires. Retired employees can be a good
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resource.
Overtime or straight time eligible for their staff to meet FEMA’s eligibility
criteria in Presidentially declared disasters is for a:
• Permanent employee
• Temporary employee
• Seasonal employees
Indicate that because of the regular time restrictions, many applicants choose to
use contractors to perform monitoring activities for declared events.
Engineering firms usually have staff with construction experience that could provide the
monitoring functions (these do not need to be professional engineers).
Debris Monitoring Report
It is important to develop a monitoring system that includes a systematic method of identifying
pertinent activities and recording relevant observations and data.
A monitoring report should be developed to capture specific debris-related activities, based on
the method of payment (force account or contract type) and other issues unique to the
applicant’s operations
The reports may also be used to assess eligibility of debris-related activities and quantities
A monitoring program observes and documents the work being done at two locations, minimum – point
of collection and disposal (temporary and final). Some items to document at the various monitoring
points include:
Debris Loading Area
o Eligible debris is being picked up
o If debris types are separated at the curbside, it is separated
o Truck loads are full
o Tailgates are in-place
o If sideboards are in place
o Time of pickup
o Load is reasonably compact – large obstructions are not restricting placement of
material. Note that if the loads are not properly loaded on compacted, debris monitors
should reduce the rated volume of the truck accordingly.
Debris Unloading Area
o Truck size is as reported on the load ticket
o Determine proper debris quantities
o Check time of collection for reasonable turnaround
o Assure appropriate materials are properly segregated, such as Household Hazardous
Waste (HHW)
Debris Management Site
o Record inactive times of contract equipment
o If air curtain incinerators are used, assure proper procedures
o Assure Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)
is properly segregated
o Assure safety of personnel around equipment
o At a minimum, an elevated inspection station should be used to enable the monitor to
look down into the truck to verify both the contents and the load amount.
o Monitoring should also be performed at the exit point of the Debris Management Site to
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ensure the load has been sufficiently dumped.
If the load of debris is by weight, then there should be a monitor at the certified scales
One of the best methods of monitoring is to use a load ticket system
Debris Monitoring Observations
Debris activities require monitoring. Listed below are items to be aware of:
Monitors should observe operations to ensure ineligible debris is not picked up.
Monitors should have a good understanding of eligible debris (especially from private property)
and any time limits imposed on pickup of specific types of debris. Examples (from actual
occurrences) include sweeping areas for abandoned cars and white goods, cleaning up illegal
dumpsites, removing cut trees from subdivisions under development, and removing/cutting
trees from the right-of-way in rural areas.
Prior to use, all trucks should be numbered, measured and load capacities (cubic yard or weight
capacities) documented by truck number. Periodically, trucks should be pulled out of operation and re-
measured.
It is important to ensure that tare weights (empty) have been taken for each truck
Remember that gross weight minus the tare weight equals the net weight. In this situation, the
scale house operator was estimating the weight because the scale was broken. If this happens,
then the quantity of material should be measured in cubic yards and converted to tons.
California requires trucks to have tarps that cover the bed.* If a monitor sees a truck without a
tarp, he or she may want to take note of the truck number and report it to their supervisor.
Remember that monitors are not law enforcement officers. Tickets received by the truck drivers
for this are not reimbursable.
Debris Management Sites should have only one way in and one way out or have an inspection
station at the exit. Trucks have been reported driving through the disposal site without
unloading, then re-entering with the same load.
o This can be detected by observing the time of departure and time of arrival recorded on
the driver’s load ticket
o This may also indicate problems with the community’s debris monitors at the loading or
unloading site.
*Note: In California only water and feathers from live fowl can come off a truck.
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11. Organization and Responsibilities
Local Government Agencies and Departments
The City of San Luis Obispo Public Works and Public Works department will form Debris
Management Task Force (DMTF). This Task Force shall be led by the Utilities and Public Works
Department Head or his/her designee. The members of the Task Force will be comprised of
members of the City staff and any assigned mutual aid resource personnel. It will be the duty of
the Debris Management Task Force to identify, plan for, coordinate, facilitate, monitor,
document, and ensure the collection, removal, staging, and disposal of all debris consistent with
all local, state, federal, and environmental protocols, regulations, and standards.
The EOC Director or his/her designated representative in conjunction with the Debris
Management Task Force will determine the extent of damage and resulting debris and issue
appropriate directives to implement this annex.
12. Administration and Logistics
All agencies will document personnel and material resources used to comply with this annex.
Documentation will be used to support any Federal assistance that may be requested or
required.
Requests for support and/or assistance will be up channeled from the city level to the
Operational Area EOC and then to the State EOC. Requests for federal assistance will be made
by the State EOC through established procedures, as outlined in the Federal Response Plan.
All agencies will ensure 24-hour staffing capability during implementation of this annex, if the
emergency or disaster requires.
The Fire Department Emergency Management Coordinator in collaboration with Public Works
and Public Works Department will initiate an annual update of this annex. It will be the
responsibility of each tasked agency to update its respective portion of the annex and ensure
any limitations and shortfalls are identified and documented, and work-around procedures
developed, if necessary.
13. Authorities, References and Regulations
State
California Disaster Assistance Act, Section 2920 – Emergency work
California Disaster Assistance Act, Section 2930 – Emergency Protective Measures
California Disaster Assistance Act, Section 2925 – Debris Removal
Federal
Stafford Act, Section 403 - Essential Assistance
Stafford Act, Section 407 - Debris Removal
Title 44 Of Code of Federal Regulations 44CFR Part 206.224 - Debris Removal
Title 44 Of Code of Federal Regulations 44CFR Part 206.225 - Emergency Work
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REGULATIONS
State
The California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) governs the eligibility rules for disaster debris removal
within the state.
CDAA, Section 2920 - Emergency Work
o Emergency work to save lives, protect public health and safety, and to protect property
in an area proclaimed to be in a state of emergency.
CDAA, Section 2930 - Emergency Protective Measures
o Actions taken to remove and/or reduce immediate threats to public property, or to
private property when in the public interest.
CDAA, Section 2925 – Debris Removal
a) General Eligibility.
(1) Debris removal from publicly and privately-owned lands and waters, undertaken in
response to a state of emergency proclamation by the Governor is eligible for state
financial assistance; and,
(2) For purposes of this program, the removal of debris from private property shall be
reimbursed only when there is an immediate threat to public health and safety. In a
case where reimbursement for debris removal from private property is authorized by
the agency secretary, the following requirements shall apply, unless waived in part or
full by the agency secretary:
(A) The property owner must remove all disaster-related debris from the property
to the curb or public right-of-way.
(B) The local agency must obtain a signed statement from the property owner to
the effect that the property owner does not have insurance covering the
removal of the disaster-related debris; and,
(C) The local agency must have a signed statement from the property owner giving
the local agency the right of entry and absolving the local agency and the state
of any liability relative to removal.
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Federal
FEMA and the Public Assistance Program are governed by the law defined in the Stafford Act and
regulations provided in Title 44 of Code of Federal Regulations (44 CFR). These laws and regulations
provide the criteria for determining eligibility of debris activities.
Stafford Act
o Section 403 Essential Assistance.
Basic eligibility for debris removal, clearance of roads, demolition and reduction
of immediate threats are all included in this section.
o Section 407 Debris Removal.
Debris and wreckage removal from public and private property.
o Section 502 Federal Emergency Assistance authorizes Direct Federal Aid for debris
removal activities.
Regulations 44CFR Part 206
o 206.224 Debris Removal.
o Category A Criteria.
Criteria for debris removal from private property, including large lots.
o 206.225 Emergency Work.
o Category B Criteria.
Emergency Protective Measures criteria used in determining eligibility for
demolition. Cost effective measures must be used.
City of San Luis Obispo
Comprehensive Disaster Leadership Plan
Continuation of Operations
and
Reconstitution of Government
Developed for:
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
City of San Luis Obispo
Fire Department
San Luis Obispo, CA.
Prepared by:
David L. Mathe
Emergency Leadership and
Preparedness Advisor
Nipomo, CA.
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FORWARD
The City of San Luis Obispo Continuation of Operations and Reconstitution of Government Plan addresses
the City of San Luis Obispo’s response to an emergency impacting the City. Continuation of Operation
measures and procedures concerning the policy and operations of the City of San Luis Obispo
Continuation of Government are contained herein.
Purpose
To ensure the City is operational at the essential functions level as quickly as possible to ensure recovery
and the continuing operation of the City of San Luis Obispo
Scope
This Continuation of Operations and Reconstitution of Government Plan outlines procedures to be
followed when work group operations are interrupted and/or basic infrastructure is compromised.
Plan Adoption
This is the official City of San Luis Obispo Continuation of Operations and Reconstitution of Government
Plan.
Keith Aggson
Fire Chief
San Luis Obispo Fire Department
Date:
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Table of Contents
Section I Continuation of Operations and Reconstitution of Government
A. Continuation of Operations 3
B. Reconstitution of Government 3
a. Lines of Succession 3
b. Temporary Seat of Government and Temporary Emergency Operations Center 5
c. Vital Records 5
Section II Essential Functions 6
Section III Staffing and Resource Requirement 6
Section IV Facilities Planning 7
Section V Contact Information 7
Section VI Reporting to work following a disaster 7
a. Personal and Family Safety 7
b. When to Report 7
c. Where to Report 8
Revision Page 9
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SECTION I – CONTINUATION OF OPERATIONS AND RECONSITIUTION OF GOVERNMENT
A. Continuation of Operations
A major disaster could include death or injury of key government officials, partial or complete destruction
of established seats of government, and the destruction of public and private records essential to
continued operations of government and industry. Law and order must be preserved and government
services maintained. The California Government Code 8643(b) and the Constitution of the State of
California provide authority for the Continuation and preservation of State and local government.
Continuation of leadership and the government authority is particularly important with respect to
Disaster services, direction of Disaster response operations, and management of recovery activities.
Under California's concept of mutual aid, local officials remain in control of their jurisdiction's Disaster
operations while additional resources may be provided by others upon request. A key aspect of this
control is to be able to communicate official requests, situation reports, and other Disaster information
throughout any disaster condition.
To ensure Continuation of Operations, seven elements must be addressed by government at all levels:
1. Succession to essential positions required in Disaster management.
2. Pre-delegation of Disaster authorities to key officials.
3. Disaster action steps provided in Disaster plans and Disaster action plans.
4. Emergency Operations Centers.
5. Alternate Emergency Operations Centers.
6. Safeguarding vital records, and;
7. Protection of government/industrial resources, facilities, and personnel
B. Reconstitution of Government
In the aftermath of a major disaster, law and order must be preserved and essential government services
must be maintained. To this end, it is particularly essential that local units of government continue to
function.
1. Lines of Succession
Article 15 of the California Disaster Services Act provides the authority, as well as the procedures to be
employed, to ensure continued function of government through the appointment of political positions, chief
executives, and department heads should they be unable to serve in a locally proclaimed state of Disaster.
In general the act allows for the governing body to designate and appoint up to three standby officers for
positions it deems necessary. For City Council Members, if a quorum cannot be met due to injury, illness, or
death during a locally proclaimed state of Disaster, in the City of San Luis Obispo, temporary appointments
will be made to create a full City Council of five (5) members. The following Tables delineates the lines of
succession for the City of San Luis Obispo.
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SERVICE / DEPARTMENT TITLE- POSITION
Policy Group 1. Mayor and City Council Members
2. Planning Commission Chair
3. Public Works Advisory Board Chair
4. Recreation and Parks Commission Chair
5. Community Promotions Committee Chair
6. Planning Commission Vice-Chair
7. Public Works Advisory Board Vice-Chair
8. Recreation and Parks Commission Vice-Chair
9. Community Promotions Committee Vice-Chair
Emergency Services Director 1. City Manager
2. Assistant City Manager
3. Deputy City Manager
4. Fire Chief
5. Police Chief
City Clerk 1. City Clerk
2. Deputy City Clerk
Human Resources 1. Human Resource Director
2. Human Resource Manager
3. Human Resource Analyst
Fire 1. Fire Chief
2. Deputy Fire Chief
3. Fire Battalion Chief
Police
1. Police Chief
2. Police Captain
3. Police Lieutenant
Finance 1. Finance Director
2. Budget/Controller Manager
3. Senior Accounting Technician
Parks & Recreation 1. Parks & Recreation Director
2. Recreation Manager
3. Recreation Supervisor
Public Works 1. Public Works Director
2. Deputy Director/City Engineer
3. Deputy Director
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2. Temporary City Seat of Government and EOC
Should, during any Disaster situation, the normal seat of government be unusable, the seat of City
government will be moved to the Ludwick Community Center.
Should, for any Disaster situation, the city’s primary EOC be unusable, secondary EOC will be
established at the Ludwick Community Center.
3. Vital Records
The City Clerk is responsible for the Vital Records of the City of San Luis Obispo. These records
are routinely stored in the Clerk’s office located at City Hall. Back–up data systems are stored
off site at a safe location.
Information Systems 1. Information Systems Manager
2. Network Service Supervisor
3. IT System Engineer
Utilities 1. Utilities Director
2. Deputy Director
3. TBD
SERVICE / DEPARTMENT TITLE- POSITION
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Section II. Essential Functions
Essential Functions are identified as those tasks ensure Business Continuity for the City of San Luis Obispo
businesses. The City has identified essential functions and services needed to sustain its mission and
operations during times of emergency. The City Essential Functions are:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
Dispatch Emergency Communications
Law Enforcement Law Enforcement and public safety
Fire Department Emergency fire and rescue services
Utilities Water and Wastewater Services
Administration Information Technologies, Telephones, Radios, Dispatch
Finance
Payroll Processing, Emergency Payments, Requisitions,
Contracts
Administration
Leadership, Public Information, Inter/Intra Agency
Coordination
City Attorney Legal Affairs, Public Orders, Public Records request
delay
Public Works Vehicle and equipment maintenance
Maintenance Services As determined by Emergency Services Director (City
Manager)
TBD As determined by Emergency Services Director (City
Manager)
Section III. Staffing and Resource Requirements
When this plan is activated, Department Continuity of Operations Plans should be provided to Emergency
Operations Center Staff to determine the positions and resources needed to accomplish each Essential
Function listed in Section II, or as otherwise identified by the Emergency Services Director for the
activating emergency.
In the absence of department specific plans, staffing and resource requirements will be provided to the
Emergency Operations Center Staff by department leadership.
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Section IV. Facilities Planning
If any City of San Luis Obispo Offices cannot be occupied due to damage, the choice for relocation of
essential personnel will be as follows:
• Alternate work location:
o Telecommute: Utilize the City’s “Work From Home” policy and equipment request processes
along with the City’s “Electronic Device Use and Work” Policy.
Section V. Contact Information
Departments will provide personnel contact list to Emergency Operations Staff when this plan is activated.
Section VI. Reporting to work following a disaster
A. Personal and Family Safety
If an emergency or natural disaster occurs outside of normal business hours, the First and
Highest Priority of all city employees is to make sure that your family and home is safe and
secure.
Once your family and home are secure, the Second Priority is to check on your neighbors and
assist them as needed. Special attention should be paid to the frail and elderly.
The Third Priority is to help the City get through the crisis; employees are directed to contact
their respective supervisors with their availability, response time to duty and await direction.
B. When to report
During business hours: If an emergency or natural disaster occurs during normal
business hours, the City Manager and Leadership will determine if the employees
need to remain at City Hall or if certain employees can be released to go home, if it is
safe to do so. Under no circumstances should an employee leave their workplace
without proper authorization.
After business hours: If an emergency or natural disaster occurs outside of normal
business hours, employees should immediately begin to monitor the radio and/or
television for reports of damage near or within the City.
In the event of a Proclaimed Local State of Emergency, or a natural or man-made
disaster, or a catastrophe, the City shall attempt to contact employees for the
purpose of mobilization. However, this may not be possible. All employee should
attempt to contact their department supervisor or their respective City Department
for direction.
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C. Where to report
Staff with emergency responsibilities are to report to their pre-designated work sites or to the
Emergency Operations Centers (EOC)
Primary: San Luis Obispo City Fire Department, Station 1
2160 Santa Barbara Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Secondary: Ludwick Community Center
864 Santa Rosa Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Staff who do not have emergency assignments or are not sure of their emergency assignment
should report to their normal work location. DO NOT enter a building that appears to have been
damaged until it has been inspected by a Building Official and determined to be safe.
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Revision Page
This Section is for Plan Holders to record the posting of each Official Plan Revision made by the City of San
Luis Obispo. Please enter the revision number, revision title, page number revised date the revision was
posted and the name of the person posting the revision.
The format for numbering revisions shall be a sequential number followed by the last two digits of the
current calendar year (e.g., #1-15, #2-15, and so on). New sequential numbers will begin each January 1.
Revision # Revision Title Page Number Revised Date Name