City of Virginia Beach
Emergency Operations Plan
Hazard Specific Appendix
Hazardous Materials Response Plan
2012
Virginia Beach LEPC Hazardous Materials Response Plan
Minimum requirements, Section 303, EPCRA/SARA Title IIII
Under federal law, each Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) is required to develop an
emergency response plan and review this plan at lease annually thereafter. In developing this
plan, the local committee should evaluate the available resources for preparing for and
responding to a potential chemical accident, or act of nature, which involves the spillage of
chemical materials into the environment. The plan should meet the following minimum
requirements:
1. Identify facilities and transportation routes of EHSs and other chemicals.
Requirement met: Tab Q, Facility Data Sheets and Hazardous Materials Sites and
Transportation Routes, Pages 61-95
2. Identify additional facilities, which could be subjected to additional risk due to their
proximity to facilities subject to the requirements mentioned above, such as hospitals,
nursing homes, schools, prisons, or others.
Requirement met: Tab D At-Risk Facilities, Page 22
3. Describe emergency response procedures for handling chemical releases at a facility,
both on-site and off-site. Facility owners and operators, local emergency responders,
and medical personnel responding to the incident should follow the procedures.
Requirement met: Concept of Operations, Page 3; Facility Data Sheets, Pages 6194; Tab O, Page 50
4. Designate a community emergency coordinator and facility coordinator(s) to
implement the plan.
Requirement met: Tab C, Page 21; Facility Data Sheets, Pages 61-94
5. Develop reliable, effective, and timely notification procedures for facility emergency
coordinators to convey information to community emergency coordinators and to the
public that a release has occurred.
Requirement met: Tab B, Reporting Requirements, Page 20; Tab N, Chemical
Facility Responsibilities, Page 49
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6. Describe methods for determining the occurrence of a release, the probable affected
area, and population.
Requirement met: Organization and Responsibilities: Office of Emergency
Management, Page 7; Media and Communications Group, Page 8; Tab N, Chemical
Facility Responsibilities, Page 49; Tab B, Reporting Requirements, Page 20
7. Describe community and industry equipment available for response operations and
identify the persons responsible for the equipment.
Requirement met: Facility Data Sheets, Page 61; Tabs E - I, Pages 36-43
8. Define training programs for emergency response personnel and the schedules of
training for emergency response and medical personnel.
Requirement met: Tab P, Training and Exercise, Page 59
9. Present methods and schedules for exercising emergency response plans to
emergency responders, emergency medical personnel, fire service, and law
enforcement agencies.
Requirement met: Tab P, Training and Exercise, Page 59
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Plan Distribution
The Virginia Beach LEPC Hazardous Materials Response Plan will be available for viewing by
the public at the Fire Department/Office of Emergency Management, 2408 Courthouse Drive,
Building #21, Virginia Beach, Virginia.
State Government
VDEM Technological Hazards Branch
VDEM Area 5 Hazardous Materials Officer
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PREFACE
The Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986, Title III of the Superfund
Amendments and Reauthorization, (SARA), establishes requirements for federal, state and local
governments, and industry regarding emergency planning and “Community Right-to-Know”
reporting on hazardous and toxic chemicals. The “Community Right-to-Know” provides the
means to increase the public’s knowledge and access to information on chemicals at individual
facilities, their uses, and their releases into the environment.
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PROMULGATION STATEMENT
This plan, herein entitled the “City of Virginia Beach Hazardous Materials Response Plan,” was
developed by the Virginia Beach Fire Department and is designed to comply with the
requirements of SARA Title III, Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know
legislation.
The Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) is responsible for the maintenance of this
plan. Section 303 (d) (3) also requires those facilities subject to the emergency planning
provisions to provide information to the LEPC deemed necessary for implementation of this
plan.
This plan should be reviewed yearly and any necessary changes or revisions are forwarded in
writing to the LEPC Contact, Erin E. Sutton. All changes and revisions will originate from the
Virginia Beach Fire Department.
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Fire Chief Steven R. Cover
Emergency Management Coordinator
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RECORD OF CHANGES
LEPC HAZMAT PLAN
CHANGE #
DATE
OF CHANGE
CHANGE ENTERED BY
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List of Acronyms and Recognized Abbreviations
CAA
CAER
CAMEO
CDC
CEPPO
CERCLA
CHEMTREC
DOD
DOE
DOJ
DOL
DOT
ECC
EOC
EOP
EPA
EPCRA
FEMA
HAZMAT
ICP
ICS
LEPC
MSDS
NRT
OEM
OSC
OSHA
RMP
RQs
SARA
SCBA
SERC
TPQ
TRI
USCG
Clean Air Act 42 U.S.C. s/s 7401 et seq
Community Awareness and Emergency Response (ACC)
Computer Assisted Management of Emergency Operations
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (HHS)
Chemical Emergency Preparedness and Prevention Office
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act of 1980
(PL 96-510) 42 U.S.C. s/s 9601 et seq.
Chemical Transportation Emergency Center operated by American Chemistry
Council
Department of Defense
Department of Energy
Department of Justice
Department of Labor
Department of Transportation
Emergency Communications Center
Emergency Operations Center
Emergency Operations Plan
Environmental Protection Agency
Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act of 1986 (SARA Title III)
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Hazardous Materials
Integrated Contingency Plan
Incident Command System
Local Emergency Planning Committee
Material Safety Data Sheets
National Response Team
Office of Emergency Management
On-Scene Coordinator
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (DOL)
Risk Management Plan
Reportable Quantities
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (PL 99-499) 42 U.S.C.
9601 et seq.
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
State Emergency Response Commission
Threshold Planning Quantities
Toxic Release Inventory
U.S. Coast Guard
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Table of Contents
LEPC Hazmat Response Plan SARA Title II Minimum Requirements ................................. .i
Plan Distribution .................................................................................................................... iii
Preface.................................................................................................................................... iv
Promulgation Statement .......................................................................................................... v
Record of Changes ................................................................................................................. vi
List of Acronyms and Recognized Abbreviations .................................................................vii
Purpose................................................................................................................................... .1
Situations................................................................................................................................ .1
Assumptions........................................................................................................................... .2
Concept of Operations ........................................................................................................... .3
Organization and Responsibilities ......................................................................................... .6
Administration .......................................................................................................................12
Authorities and References ....................................................................................................12
Tab A
Tab B
Tab C
Tab D
Tab E
Tab F
Tab G
Tab H
Tab I
Tab J
Tab K
Tab L
Tab M
Tab N
Tab O
Tab P
Tab Q
Virginia Beach Hazardous Materials Analysis .......................................................14
Reporting Requirements .........................................................................................20
Va. Beach Local Emergency Planning Committee.................................................21
Virginia Beach At-Risk Facilities ...........................................................................22
Virginia Beach Fire Department Key Personnel and Inventory .............................36
Virginia Beach Police Department Key Personnel and Inventory..........................39
Virginia Beach EMS Key Personnel and Inventory ...............................................41
Virginia Beach Public Utilities Inventory...............................................................42
Virginia Beach Public Works/Waste Management Inventory ................................43
Regional Resources and Contacts ...........................................................................44
Virginia Beach Emergency Shelter Operations ......................................................45
Virginia Beach Emergency Shelters .......................................................................46
Protective Actions ...................................................................................................47
Chemical Facility Responsibilities .........................................................................49
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital Decon Plan ...........................................50
Training and Exercise .............................................................................................59
Hazardous Materials and Transportation Routes ....................................................61
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PURPOSE
The purpose of the city’s Hazardous Materials Response Plan is to outline the coordinated
response to a release of a hazardous material that may affect the health and well-being of the
public and environment. This plan meets city, state, and federal legal mandates in the area of
hazardous materials planning. This plan also defines the potential response considerations of a
Weapons of Mass Destruction scenario. Specific plan objectives include the following:
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Define special tasks with roles and responsibilities to reduce the threat to human health and
minimize the damage to natural systems and property that could result from the release of
hazardous materials.
Integrate planned actions for all hazardous materials responses.
Establish the organization of local departments and agencies with specific task assignments
for emergency response to hazardous materials incidents.
Describe the assistance available through programs of the state and federal government and
the procedures for requesting their assistance.
Establish procedures for reporting spills, releases, or threats of releases to the proper
authorities through established channels of communication.
Establish procedures for coordinating federal, state, local, and private resources to facilitate
their most efficient use in mitigating, containing, and cleanup of an oil or hazardous
material spill or release.
Support the community’s “right to know” needs for the City of Virginia Beach with regards
to hazardous materials.
SITUATIONS AND ASSUMPTIONS
The tone and perspective of the City of Virginia Beach Hazardous Materials Plan are influenced
by certain situations and assumptions, which affect the emergency planning process and response
capabilities.
SITUATIONS
1. There are large quantities of hazardous and toxic materials used, stored, and transported
within the City of Virginia Beach that pose significant threats to people, property, and the
environment.
2. The city’s geographical location has the potential for significant environmental
catastrophes as a result of a hazardous materials release by land or water.
3. The city can also be impacted by a hazardous material incident occurring in another
bordering jurisdiction due to wind or other weather conditions.
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4. The potential for terrorism exists in this community due to the military presence and the
role that local services play during various military operations.
5. Illegal dumping and discharging of hazardous substances for profit also pose a risk.
6. The city does not have a significant extremely hazardous substance (EHS) problem. The
city’s objective is to meet the minimum requirements of SARA Title III legislation.
7. The Office of Emergency Management will serve as the contact for the city’s Local
Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) and the Fire Department’s Hazardous Materials
Team will manage the city’s EHS data sheets.
8. The State of Virginia has a state and regional hazardous materials program for response to
large hazardous materials incidents.
9. Large incidents will likely be supported by a combination of federal and state authorities.
ASSUMPTIONS
1. The city has significant resources and manpower to deal with normal day-to-day hazardous
materials emergencies. The city’s resources would be quickly exhausted if a major or
catastrophic hazardous material event occurred.
2. Depending on the type, quantity, and location of a release, a hazardous material emergency
could range from a minor response and cleanup by local government to a large-scale
response requiring significant outside resources.
3. High-risk facilities, which could be affected by a hazardous material incident, include
hospitals, nursing homes, retirement centers, and highly populated areas.
4. In the event of a major biological hazard the Public Health Department would assume the
lead role in incident management.
CONCEPTS OF OPERATIONS
This plan is designed to be implemented concurrently with other annexes and appendices of the
City of Virginia Beach Basic Emergency Operations Plan and to address hazardous materials
incidents that may occur at fixed facilities or along major transportation routes within the city.
The Fire Department is the lead agency in response to oil or hazardous materials emergencies
and assisted by the Police Department, Emergency Medical Services, Public Works, and Social
Services. When outside assistance is requested, state and federal agencies are called upon.
General
The Fire Department's response to an incident involving hazardous materials at a fixed site or
transportation accident is normally activated by the city’s 911 Call Center and
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includes the city’s Hazardous Materials Team. Should an incident occur involving a release of a
SARA Title III hazardous material, an alerting notification will be made to the Fire Chief and/or
designee via the 911 Emergency Communications Center. When an advanced warning is
received, the Community Emergency Coordinator may be called upon to assist with
precautionary actions. The emergency management system is activated to provide a framework
for appropriate response when centralization and coordination are critical during a major
incident.
Fire Department Hazardous Materials Team
The Fire Department’s Hazardous Materials Team operates from the London Bridge Fire Station,
is part of their Special Operations organization, and is the primary response unit to hazardous
materials incidents within the City of Virginia Beach. The hazardous materials vehicle and
support supplies are also housed at this location.
Emergency Management
The city will be managed and coordinated by the emergency management organization when
faced with a large-scale emergency, local resources are expended, outside assistance is required,
or the incident becomes federalized.
Regional Hazardous Materials Team
The Regional Hazardous Materials Team is available to provide manpower and resources
necessary to assist in a large incident.
State Hazardous Materials Plan
The state’s Hazardous Materials Plan serves as a primary guide to incident response when
incidents exceed minimal levels.
National Response Plan (NRP)
Federal agencies will provide support and assistance as outlined in the National Response Plan.
Agencies within their statutory, regulatory, or discretionary authority may provide other
assistance. The United States Coast Guard Area Contingency Plan provides guidance on
federalized events.
Responsible Parties
Federal and state statutes require the person(s) responsible for the spill to remove the hazardous
materials. The legal owner of the property is responsible for the any cleanup that may be
required, whether they caused the spill or not. The responsible party may be brought into the
command structure for coordination purposes.
Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
The city’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is located 2508 Princess Anne Road, Building
#30, Room 105. The EOC provides advanced emergency management systems to aid in
emergency response capabilities and is well equipped to provide the necessary
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information to support the management of any large emergency in an efficient and effective
manner. The decision to activate the EOC is made after consultation with the City Manager.
When activated, the EOC will become the operational point of contact for key officials.
The EOC’s premise is that disaster operations are best managed from a central location designed
to facilitate an emergency. The characteristics of the EOC include a facility designed to
complement the management of an emergency or disaster. The OEM may formalize the
emergency management organization by coordinating response from the Fire Department’s
Administration Office. The conference room can be modified to provide a mini command
center, as well as facilitate emergency coordination meetings. The OEM will announce the
activation of the alternate EOC and provide information on key points of contact. The Office of
Emergency Management (OEM) may function in a variety of locations depending upon the
event. The primary locations are as follows:
Fire Administration Office
The OEM will be operational from its regular office supported by computers and emergency
power resources.
Joint Information Center (JIC)
As part of the EOC’s operations, the Emergency Communications Center’s training room will be
utilized as a JIC. The City Manager’s Media and Communications Group (MCG) and
Communications and Information Technology/Public Information Division will also be located
in the training room/JIC to handle media, public inquiries, web presence, and video services.
The mission of the JIC is to coordinate the dissemination of information through the Incident
Commander.
WebEOC Crisis Management Software
The EOC utilizes the WebEOC Crisis Management Software as a planning, decision-making,
documentation, and information-sharing tool.
National Incident Management (NIMS)
The city is committed to the adoption and integration of standards for emergency management
coordination, which includes the NIMS standards. These standards address incident command
procedures, emergency planning, resource management, communications, and information
systems.
Incident Command System (ICS)
The city endorses the Incident Command System (ICS) as a management structure for
emergency incidents. The ICS should be adaptable to the size and scope of the emergency and
interface with the EOC. In all likelihood, a Unified Command System would be required.
WebEOC utilizes the Incident Command structure and allows for the documentation of
information, actions, assignment tasking, and incident planning.
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Unified Command
A major hazardous materials incident may involve multiple jurisdictions, state, and federal
agencies. These agencies would align and work together in the context of a unified command
within the Incident Command System.
Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)
The LEPC is established under the SARA Title III legislation to provide an oversight function to
the city’s hazardous materials function.
Protective Equipment Levels
Protective equipment levels are defined to establish a level of protection for the wearer.
Hazardous Materials
The following are the hazardous materials that will be managed under this plan.
Chemical
Oil and Petroleum Products
Biological
Incendiary and Explosive
Nuclear and Radiological
Operational Zones
The following operational zones are established for incident management and safety:
Cold Zone
Warm Zone
Hot Zone
Environmental Crimes Task Force
The city has an Environmental Crimes Task Force to enforce the dumping of hazardous materials
and related crimes.
Crisis and Consequence Management
In the event of a terrorism incident involving hazardous materials, the concept of crisis and
consequence management will be applied. Law enforcement officials will take the lead role in
the investigative aspects for this type of incident.
Metropolitan Medical Response System (MMRS)
The Hampton Roads region has an established Metropolitan Medical Response System to
support hazardous materials incidents that occur in the Hampton Roads area. Technical support
and resources are available to support regional response and planning.
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ORGANIZATION AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This section documents the structure of the emergency management organization and
emphasizes those duties and responsibilities that come into play during hazardous materials
incidents.
Organization
The City of Virginia Beach Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) membership, as
required by SARA Title III, is composed of representatives from the Police Department, Fire
Department, Department of Emergency Medical Services, broadcast and print media, community
groups, facility owners and operators, elected public officials, and the Coordinator of Emergency
Management. The LEPC is charged with the development of the plan, its annual review, and
updating. The city is responsible for the integration of hazardous materials planning and
response.
The emergency management organization is essentially the same as for any other emergency
incident that requires the coordination of local agencies to minimize threats to the public’s safety
and welfare. State and federal resources may be called upon to provide support and expertise
depending on the severity of an incident. The Emergency Management Coordinator, through the
Virginia Department of Emergency Management, requests assistance from outside agencies.
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities will vary due to the type, location, and size of a hazardous materials
incident. The following are basic responsibilities for agencies involved in the response to a
hazardous materials incident.
Office of Emergency Management
1. Provide coordination and leadership of public and private organizations for the
development and maintenance of this plan, including mutual support agreements with
adjacent jurisdictions
2. Provide overall direction and control for emergency operations from the EOC when
activated
3. Support evacuation and sheltering activities
4. Initiate actions to declare a local emergency when necessary
5. Ensure that the proper reports are submitted to the state EOC and other state agencies
6. Coordinate the release of public information through the Media and Communications
Group
7. Coordinate city and private resources
8. Keep the City Manager and executive staff up-to-date on the situation
9. Support LEPC operations and record keeping requirements
10. Coordinate emergency planning with the Hazardous Materials Team
Fire Department
1. Incident Command for overall control of hazardous materials on-scene activities
2. Fire suppression operations
3. Initial containment of hazardous materials release
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4. Determine areas requiring evacuation
5. Assist in evacuation of general public
6. Direct or monitor cleanup activities
7. Assist in rescue of injured or trapped persons
8. Coordinate the decontamination of city equipment
9. Support regional response
10. Maintain hazardous materials records
11. Support technical planning for hazardous materials incidents
12. Provide notifications to state and federal agencies as required
13. Maintain target hazard information
14. Establish evacuation zones for EHS facilities
Police Department
1. Traffic control and scene access
2. Assist with evacuation
3. Provide security in evacuated areas
4. Provide shelter security
5. Provide Police Public Information Officer
6. Provide patrol unit operations
7. Investigate criminal activity that might be associated with release of hazardous
materials
Emergency Communications Center
1. Support hazardous materials incidents
2. Support EOC activation when requested
3. Make proper notifications for hazardous materials incidents
4. Support communications needs for hazardous materials operations
Regional Hazardous Materials Team
1. Conduct all functions associated with the evaluation and mitigation of the hazard as
directed by the Incident Commander
2. Employ cleanup contractors when the responsible person is unable, unwilling, or
unknown
3. Coordinate cleanup activities to ensure proper disposal of contaminated materials
4. Provide additional response and mitigation resources for use by the City of Virginia
Beach Fire Department
Emergency Medical Services
1. Assist with the treatment and transportation of injured and contaminated persons
2. Establish primary and secondary triage areas
3. Alert area hospitals of incident and possible contamination
Media and Communications Group
1. Coordinate with the Public Information Officers
2. Coordinate the release of emergency information to the media and the Public
Information staff
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3. Establish Joint Information Center if necessary
4. Coordinate official news conferences and schedule media interviews
5. Keep City Manager and City Council informed
Schools
1. Provide shelters for evacuees
2. Provide transportation for evacuees
Human Services
1. Coordinate shelter activities with Schools
2. Provide personnel to manage and staff shelters
3. Assist with human services needs
Parks and Recreation
1. Assist debris removal needs
Public Works
1. Assist with traffic control
2. Provide materials, equipment, and personnel to assist in containment and/or removal
of hazardous chemicals
3. Provide liaison with Dominion Power
4. Provide staff to EOC
5. Support storm water issues and operations
6. Support debris removal contracting needs
Public Utilities
1. Provide materials, equipment, and personnel to assist in the containment and/or
removal of hazardous chemicals
2. Provide notice to HRSD and/or City of Norfolk
3. Assist with water quality and safety in emergencies
4. Provide staff to EOC when requested
Museums
1. Alert special volunteer organizations to assist with any wildlife in distress as a result
of a hazardous materials incident
Public Health
1. Assist the Hazardous Materials Team in monitoring any threat or hazard to the public
or the environment
2. Provide decontamination guidance
3. Coordinate with the State Department of Health
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4. Monitor cleanup activities
5. Maintain a list of and issue warnings to water treatment plants when water may
become contaminated due to a hazardous materials release
6. Issue public health notices to primary health care physicians
7. Monitor contagious diseases
Agriculture
1. Provide liaison with agriculture community
2. Support produce and animal monitoring needs
Finance Department
1. Coordinate Public Assistance requirements for the city
2. Support emergency acquisitions for hazardous materials operations
Real Estate Assessor
1. Coordinate damage assessment related to hazardous materials incidents
2. Make reports to the state as required
Emergency Management Functions
The following are basic emergency management functions as they relate to a hazardous materials
incident. Within the context of the hazardous materials plan they have specific meanings:
Communications
Communications will be managed, to every extent possible, using existing resources.
Because of the potential of inter-jurisdiction and inter-agency response, communications
may become more difficult.
Damage Assessment
Damage assessments and situational assessments will be required to assess the impact of
a release. Records of associated costs should be maintained for potential cost recovery.
Debris Management
Debris removal and disposal will be complicated by the possibility of contaminated
materials being involved. Care will have to be taken with the city’s resources utilized in
any cleanup. Specialized contractors will be needed for disposal activities. Public Works
has special contracts for this type of activity.
Direction and Control
Command and control over hazardous materials incidents will normally be exercised at
an on-scene command post. In the event of a larger scale emergency, a Joint Operations
Center (JOC) may be established to manage the event. If the event becomes of such
magnitude that citywide direction and control is required, the city’s Emergency
Operations Center (EOC) will be utilized.
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Emergency Medical Services
Emergency Medical Services may also be complicated by the contamination of patients.
Coordination with hospitals will be critical.
Fire
Fire is the lead agency for the management of hazardous materials incidents. The
Hazardous Materials Team provides the necessary technical support for incident
management.
Law Enforcement
Law enforcement supports criminal investigations associated with hazardous materials
incidents. In potential terrorist incidents, the Police Department will be the lead agency.
Protective Actions
Evacuation is based upon the evacuation zones established for the chemicals involved.
In-place sheltering is also a strategy that may be used in place of evacuation procedures.
Public Assistance
The city will maintain records and seek potential costs reimbursements when made
available by a Presidential Declaration.
Public Information and Media
Fire and Police Public Information Officers will take the lead in information
management. These actions will be coordinated through the Media and Communications
Group. The Media and Communications Group will work with ComIT to disseminate
information to the public.
Public Health
Public Health has an important role in the assessment and management of hazardous
materials incidents. In the event of a biological event, Public Health will take a lead role
in incident management. Monitoring and surveillance will also be coordinated by the
Public Health Department.
Public Works
Public Works will support hazardous materials incidents by providing resources for the
containment of hazardous materials and debris removal.
Public Utilities
Public Utilities will support incident operations.
Recovery Operations
Hazardous Materials incidents have complex recovery operations needs involving
decontamination and disposal.
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Resource Management
Varying types of resources may be needed in certain recovery operations.
Sheltering
A strategy of in-place sheltering may be employed as a primary means to protect the
populations. The Incident Commander will determine other evacuation strategies.
Warnings, Alerts, and Notifications
Warnings, alerts, and notifications will be issued based upon technical assessment of the
threat and the materials involved.
ADMINISTRATION
The following areas provide guidance in the area of administration of the Hazardous Materials
Plan.
Record Keeping
Agencies will maintain records and information associated with hazardous materials
operations. Training, health, reports, and responsible parties will maintain costs. The
Office of Emergency Management will maintain records of the Tier II reports submitted
to the LEPC.
Plan Administration
This plan is maintained by the Fire Department for the Virginia Beach LEPC and should
be updated annually. This plan needs to meet the planning requirements of the SARA
Title III legislation.
LEPC
The Local Emergency Planning Council (LEPC) is a planning group required under the
SARA Title III legislation. The committee, composed of citizens and government
officials, oversees the city’s hazardous materials program.
Training and Exercise
The Fire Department and operating departments determine the training requirements for
their personnel. The Hazardous Materials Team conducts regular exercises to ensure their
preparedness to respond to hazardous materials incidents.
AUTHORITIES
Local
 Code of the City of Virginia Beach, Section 2-411and 413
 CAT 5 HM SOP 5.21, Hazardous Materials Program
 CAT 5 FS SOP 5.01, Incident Command System
 CAT 5 HM SOP 5.24, Hazardous Materials Response Procedures
 CAT 5 HM SOP 5.25, Hazardous Materials Cost Recovery and Responsible Party
Procedures
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State
 Commonwealth of Virginia Emergency Services and Disaster Law of 1973, as amended
 Commonwealth of Virginia Emergency Operations Plan, Annex 5, August 2012
 Commonwealth of Virginia, Department of Environmental Quality Hazardous Waste
Management Regulations, as amended
 Code of Virginia, Title 62 (Water Control Law), as amended
 Commonwealth of Virginia Hazardous Materials Transportation Regulations, as amended
 Virginia Waste Management Act, Section 10.2-1400 of the Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended
 Code of Virginia, Fire Protection, Section 27-15.1, as amended
 Hampton Roads Regional Metropolitan Medical Response System Plan, 1999
Federal
 Public Law 96-510, December 1980, Comprehensive Environmental Response,
Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), known as “Superfund”
 Public Law 99-499, October 16, 1986, Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act,
Title III, Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know, known as “SARA Title III”
 Public Law 99-500, Federal Water Pollution Control Act, known as the Clean Water Act
(CWA), as amended
 Public Law 93-288, The Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act
 National Hazardous Substance Contingency Plan, 40 CFR, Part 300, July 2011, U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency
 Federal Region III Oil and Hazardous Substance Pollution Contingency Plan, 1994
 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry, 29 CFR, Part #1910
 USCG Area Plan, 2012
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