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1 Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors Inc. Contingency & Emergency Plan The existing contingency and emergency plan is designed to provide emergency contacts and resources in the event of disaster situations. This document provides additional information regarding hurricane, windstorm/tornadoes, and flooding events Philips Highway Jacksonville, Florida (904) Fax: (904)

2 PSCC Contingency & Emergency Plan Hurricane/Windstorm/Tornados/Flooding And Other Mother Nature Conditions The existing contingency and emergency plan is designed to provide emergency contacts and resources in the event of disaster situations. This document provides additional information regarding hurricane, windstorm/tornadoes and flooding events. In the event of a disaster situation that requires the plant to shut down or modify normal operations the Petticoat-Schmitt Office shall be notified. The corporate office representative will contact appropriate insurance organizations, provide financial and management assistance with timely and appropriate support to ensure the protection of life and the return to normal operation as soon as possible. In preparation for a hurricane, windstorm, tornados, snow storms and flooding event(s) it is important to consider three major components: Preplanning and Securing all projects and working areas Response during the event, and Recovery Procedures Preplanning for Hurricane: Hurricanes are violent tropical storms with sustained winds of at least 74 mph. They form over warm ocean waters usually starting as storms in the Caribbean or off the west coast of Africa. As they drift slowly westward, the warm waters of the tropics fuel them. Warm, moist air moves toward the center of the storm and spirals upward. This releases torrential rains. As updrafts suck up more water vapor, it triggers a cycle of strengthening that can be stopped only when contact is made with land or cooler water. Hurricane season is typically from June 1st to November 30th. Hurricane terms to remember: Tropical Depression - an organized system of clouds and thunderstorms with a defined circulation and maximum sustained winds of 38 mph (33 knots) or less. Tropical Storm - an organized system of strong thunderstorms with a defined circulation and maximum sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph (34-63 knots). Hurricane - a warm-core tropical cyclone with maximum sustained winds of 74 mph (64 knots) or greater. Eye - center of a hurricane with light winds and partly cloudy to clear skies. The eye is usually around 20 miles in diameter, but can range between 5 and 60 miles. Eye Wall - location within a hurricane where the most damaging winds and intense rainfall are found.

3 Hurricane scale: Category I mph winds with 4-5 ft. storm surge and minimal damage Category II mph winds with 6-8 ft. storm surge and moderate damage Category III mph winds with 9-12 ft. storm surge and major damage Category IV mph winds with ft. storm surge and severe damage Category V mph winds with 18+ ft. storm surge and catastrophic damage Hurricane warnings: Tropical Storm Watch - issued when tropical storm conditions may threaten a specific coastal area within 36 hours, and when the storm is not predicted to intensify to hurricane strength. Tropical Storm Warning - winds in the range of 39 to 73 mph can be expected to affect specific areas of a coastline within the next 24 hours. Hurricane Watch - a hurricane or hurricane conditions may threaten a specific coastal area within 36 hours. Hurricanes Warning - a warning that sustained winds of 74 mph or higher associated with a hurricane are expected in a specified coastal area in 24 hours or less. Property Protection Checklist: With planning ahead of time, buildings, equipment and other business assets can be protected from damages during the disaster. Steps must be taken prior to an event to maintain, repair and strengthen structures, relocate equipment and materials or brace or secure property. Small proactive measures can result in sparing the projects tremendous amounts of damage. Protect and cover office trailers windows and door with plywood or equal material against wind-borne debris. Move equipment & vehicles where possible inside structures and high elevations to avoid possible flood damages. Remove possible debris and material that may become wind-borne hazards. Remove overhanging trees or branches that could fall and damage plant facility structures or project equipment. Assess hanging lines or objects that could become damaged because of high winds. Evaluate roof and wall systems or components to make sure it they can weather a storm. Fix and repair appropriately prior to the storm. Protect exposed areas from water damage with tarps, plastic sheeting and duct tape. Sandbag working areas and remove equipment to high grounds that might potentially flood.

4 Relocate valuables equipment, important documentation or business assets to location where they may be better protected. Maintain duplicate or back-up files. Secure all items like water heaters, fuel storage, heaters or other utilities or device. Where appropriate move or locate office equipment and materials to higher locations to avoid flood waters. As appropriate shut of utilities (electricity/gas/water/etc.). Ensure electric motors, switchgear and other electrical equipment is protected in placed or where able moved to higher location to protect against flooding. Ensure all employee and supervisory personnel are informed of their duties and responsibilities prior to, during and after the hurricane event. Ensure human life receives the number one prior. During the hurricane: It is extremely important that all employees and supervisory personnel are informed on their duties and responsibilities during and after the hurricane event. Personnel will normally not be assigned to be at the plant during a hurricane event. During a hurricane, stay away from heavy furniture, appliances, panes of glass, shelves holding heavy objects, and masonry veneer. These items tend to fall or break and can injure you. Know the danger spots, (windows, mirrors, hanging objects, filing cabinets and tall furniture or equipment). Be aware of new safety issues created by the disaster. Watch for washed out roads, contaminated buildings, contaminated water, gas leaks, broken glass, damaged electrical wiring, and slippery floors. Inform local authorities about health and safety issues, including chemical spills, downed power lines, washed out roads, smoldering insulation, and dead animals. After the hurricane has past and it safe to return to the projects, management will arrange for a team to assess the damage and determine what repairs or activities are need to return to normal operations. Recovery after a hurricane: Following a disaster, it is necessary to begin the work of repairing, rebuilding and the return to normal operations as soon as possible. The project manager will need to respond appropriately to continue short-term business operations while working toward long-term recovery. Using information and resources available locally, from other project locations and corporate office, the process of caring for the employees and their families and recovery process and resumption of normal operations should begin immediately.

5 Assess any damage to the plant, processes and property. Document all damages via photographs and written formats. Inform Corporate Office of the outcome of your assessment. Assist Corporate Office in communication of your damage assessment to appropriate insurance company. Prioritize all critical business functions and allocate necessary resources and manpower. Repair, clean up, service, reorganize and return to service offices, equipment and processes. Continue the long-term recovery process and return to normal business operations. Re-evaluate contingency plan and procedures and take appropriate action to mitigate future losses. Windstorm/Tornados: Windstorms and tornados have been reported in every state. And while they generally occur during spring and summer, they can happen anytime during the year. With winds swirling at 200 miles an hour or more, a tornado can destroy just about anything in its path. Generally, there are weather signs and warnings that will alert you to take precautions. Stay tuned for storm warnings: Listen to your local radio and TV stations for updated storm information Know what a tornado WATCH and WARNING means A tornado WATCH means a tornado is possible in your area. A tornado WARNING means a tornado has been sighted and may be headed for your area. Go to safety immediately. Tornado WATCHES and WARNINGS are issued by the county or city. When a tornado WATCH is issued. Listen to local radio and TV stations for further updates. Be alert to changing weather conditions: Blowing debris or the sound of an approaching tornado may alert you. Many people say it sounds like a freight train.

6 When a tornado WARNING is issued: If you are inside, go to the safe place you picked to protect yourself from glass and other flying objects. The tornado may be approaching your area. If you are outside, hurry to the basement of a nearby sturdy building or lie flat in a ditch or low-lying area. If you are in a car or mobile home, get out immediately and head for safety (as above). After the tornado passes: Watch out for fallen power lines and do not venture into the damaged area. Listen to the radio for information and instructions. Use a flashlight to inspect your area for damage (avoid using candles or matches) Assess any damage to the plant, processes and property. Document all damages via photographs and written formats. Inform Petticoat-Schmitt Management of the outcome of your assessment. Assist Corporate in communication of your damage assessment to appropriate insurance company. Prioritize all critical business functions and allocate necessary resources and manpower. Repair, clean up, service, reorganize and return to service offices, equipment and processes. Continue the long-term recovery process and return to normal business operations. Re-evaluate contingency plan and procedures and take appropriate action to mitigate future losses. Flooding: Know what to expect: Know your area's flood risk - if unsure, contact appropriate government or city officials or call your local Red Cross chapter. If it has been raining hard for several hours, or steadily raining for several days, be alert to the possibility of a flood. Listen to local radio or TV stations for flood information. Floods can take several hours to days to develop. A flood WATCH means a flood is possible in your area. A flood WARNING means flooding is already occurring or will occur soon in your area. Flash floods can take only a few minutes to a few hours to develop

7 Listen to local radio and TV stations for information and advice: If told to evacuate, do so as soon as possible. When a flash flood WATCH is issued. Be alert to signs of flash flooding and be ready to evacuate on a moment's notice. When a flash flood WARNING is issued or if you think it has already started, evacuate immediately. You may have only seconds to escape. Act quickly! Move to higher ground away from rivers, streams, creeks, and storm drains. Do not drive around barricades...they are there for your safety. If your car stalls in rapidly rising waters, abandon it immediately and climb to higher ground. Prolonged rainfall over several days can cause a river or stream to overflow and flood the surrounding area. A flash flood from a broken dam or levee or after intense rainfall of one inch (or more) per hour often catches people unprepared. Regardless, the rule for being safe is simple: head for the high ground and stay away from the water. Even a shallow depth of fast-moving flood water produces more force than most people imagine. The most dangerous thing you can do is to try walking, swimming or driving through such swift water. After the initial flooding event has passed: Assess any damage to the plant, processes and property. Document all damages via photographs and written formats. Inform Petticoat-Schmitt Management of the outcome of your assessment. Assist Corporate in communication of your damage assessment to appropriate insurance company. Prioritize all critical business functions and allocate necessary resources and manpower. Repair, clean up, service, reorganize and return to service offices, equipment and processes. Continue the long-term recovery process and return to normal business operations. Re-evaluate contingency plan and procedures and take appropriate action to mitigate future losses.

8 Additional Emergency Contacts: Emergency Information Line (EIL) (Contact telephone number used to provide information on Road Closures, Routes and status of Emergency Shelters). Life Safety Issues TBD by Project Location American Red Cross TBD by Project Location Emergency Management Services TBD by Project Location Hospitals and Occupational Clinics TBD by Project Locations

IN VEHICLES: Do not try to outrun a tornado. Abandon your vehicle and hide in a nearby ditch or depression and cover your head.

IN VEHICLES: Do not try to outrun a tornado. Abandon your vehicle and hide in a nearby ditch or depression and cover your head. TORNADO SAFETY TORNADO! The very word strikes fear in many people. While a tornado is perhaps nature's most destructive storm, deaths and injuries can be prevented. By following Tornado Safety Rules, lives