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SEVERE WEATHER/CLIMATE PRE/POST EVENT CHECKLISTS
The information and actions are intended as guidelines to ensure the safety of personnel and a timely
return to operational readiness, should a destructive event take place. This document is not intended to
replace any other guides, laws or directions, such as the wind limits for marine tanker receipts. Nor is it
intended to replace Emergency Response Plans but could be used in conjunction with the ERPs.
In addition, the decisions made are site specific and should take into consideration historical data,
existing site preparedness, etc. Such things should be noted on this form.
Complete Section 1 prior to the impact of the severe weather. Update as needed or complete a new
form if the forecast changes significantly. Complete Section 2 after the event has passed.
Date Expected Impact: _____________ Type/Name of Forecasted Event: _______________________
Forecasted Sustained Wind Speed (KPH): _______________________
Forecasted Rainfall in 1 hour (mm): _____
Forecasted Rainfall in 24 hours (mm): _____
Forecasted River height (M): _____
Forecasted Snowfall over 24 hours (cm): _____
SECTION 1 - Preparation
CHECKLIST 1 - WATCH ISSUED
Plan for items listed below and execute as far in advance of the expected event as practical or possible
Activity (W=Wind, R=Rain, F=Flood,
Y/N/NA
Comments
Initials
WS=Winter Strom)
Decide if any or all outside activities should
be suspended and establish a date and time
(W,F,WS) ________________________
Confirm disaster prevention materials are on
site (W,R,F,WS)
Confirm site inspections have identified
equipment and materials that could be
affected by high wind and that actions have
been taken to mitigate concerns (W)
Consider issuing an ODN, discuss with Supply
if expected to be an extended period
(W,F,WS)
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CHECKLIST 2 - WARNING ISSUED
Plan for items listed below and execute as far in advance of the expected event as practical or possible
Activity (W=Wind, R=Rain, F=Flood,
Y/N/NA
Comments
Initials
WS=Winter Strom)
Decide if any or all outside activities should
be suspended and establish a date and
time(W,F,WS) ________________________
Confirm disaster prevention materials are on
site (W,R,F,WS)
Confirm site inspections have identified
equipment and materials that could be
affected by high wind and that actions have
been taken to mitigate concerns (W)
Secure dock, rail and truck loading arms, VRU
hoses, portable fall protection and all other
loose equipment once the decision is made to
suspend operations (W,F)
Alert contractor supplying equipment and/or
personnel for disaster preparation and
recovery (W,F)
Establish a date and time for shut down of
main power (W,F) _____________
Establish a date and time for shut off gas feed
at main entrance (W,F) _____________
Establish a date and time for shut off steam
and/or heated oil system (W,F)
_____________
Empty containment dykes of water and revisit
as needed (R,F)
Collect and/or ensure proper storage of
materials in the field that could be buried
under snow (WS)
Remove materials that could reduce
effectiveness of water drainage systems
(R,F,WS)
Ensure a hardcopy of the ERP is located in an
accessible location, in the event of damage
(W,R,F)
Charge mobile phones and radios (W,R,F,WS)
Confirm UPS reliability either through
document reference or testing (W,R,F,WS)
If either of the events listed below are
expected also complete Checklist 3.
o Sustained winds of 120 KPH or
greater
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o >50 mm rainfall in 1 hour
o >100 mm rainfall in 24 hours
o >50 cm snowfall in 24 hours
o Imminent Flooding
Report to next level of management
(Optional form PDM 0104F49, Severe
Weather Update Template, can be used)
(W,R,F,WS)
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CHECKLIST 3 - WARNING ISSUED with one or more of the following conditions forecasted
Sustained winds of 120 KPH or greater
>100 mm rainfall in 24 hours
Imminent Flooding
>50 mm rainfall in 1 hour
>50 cm snowfall in 24 hours
IMPORTANT! Also complete Checklist 2 above.
Plan for items listed below and execute as far in advance of the expected event as practical or possible
Activity (W=Wind, R=Rain, F=Flood,
Y/N/NA
Comments
Initials
WS=Winter Strom)
Secure protection for glass openings (W)
Brace large building openings (W)
Move records away from windows and place
them in a safe location preferably at a high
point in the building (W,F)
Place water pumps and hoses in key locations
and secure (R,F)
Create plans to address raising the level of
low inventory tanks to dyke level (W,R,F)
Create plans for filling empty tanks with
water and/or opening manways and water
draws of empty tanks. Put plans into action if
impact of the event is confirmed (W,R,F)
Ensure dock manifold valves are closed and
locked. Empty dock containment of
hydrocarbons (W,R)
Ensure O/W separator oil levels are below
allowable maximum or pump out the oil (R,F)
Ensure tank valves or refinery supply valves
are closed and locked (W,R,F)
Secure valves and filling or drainage covers on
all underground tanks (R,F)
Isolate vapour recovery or combustion units
and place in shutdown mode (W)
Report to next level of management
(Optional form PDM 0104F49, Severe
Weather Update Template, can be used)
(W,R,F,WS)
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SECTION 2 - Recovery
Post event site inspection completed and damages noted below. Date: _______________
Has the event caused damage to site equipment, buildings or property? (Y/N) _____
If yes, the site manager and key personnel are to complete the recovery plan below. Priorities are
assigned, taking into consideration SSHE factors, and intended to give direction to utilizing available
resources. Consult the Emergency Response Plan for additional direction after a site is impacted by
severe weather such that an emergency condition exists.
Management updated regarding the operational readiness of the site, ODNs updated, personnel
informed.
Completed by:
Date: _____________
Name: ______________________
Area
Damage Description
Priority
1,2,3
Repair
Target
Date
Buildings
Property
Fences/Gates
Ladders,
Platforms,
Stairs
Dock
Tanks
Floating
Roofs
Loading
Racks
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Startup
Target
Date
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Canopy
Dykes
Retention
Ponds
Drainage
Pump Motors
Lighting
Motor Control
Center
Control
Systems
Prover
Power
Equipment
Vehicles
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Repair Plan Approved by Site Manager:
Name: ______________________
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