Volcanic Contingency Plan

PLSSOHORI-001
VOLCANIC
N° Rev: 00
CONTINGENCY PLAN
Date: Sept 2015
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1. GENERAL OBJECTIVES
Coordinate actions to respond to a potential volcanic eruption that protect the company
staff , guests and visitors in general.
2. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
1. Identify risks that could arise from a volcanic eruption, to coordinate and develop
actions to reduce the vulnerability of the company.
2. Coordinate actions with the whole company staff, guests and visitors in general that
enter in the facility.
3. Prioritize the safety of people in the company, their guests and their property
4. Manage the enabling processes and resources necessary for effective and efficient
implementation of this document way.
3. THREATS AGAINST A VOLCANIC ERUPTION
VOLCANIC EARTHQUAKES
VOLCANIC GASES
LAVA FLOW
LAVA DOMES
PYROCLASTIC FLOWS (BURNING CLOUDS)
ASH AND PYROCLASTIC FALL
MUD AND DEBRIS FLOW (LAHARS)
DEBRIS AVALANCHES
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VOLCANIC
N° Rev: 00
CONTINGENCY PLAN
Date: Sept 2015
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4. POTENTIAL DANGER
According to data from previous events related to volcano eruptions of Cotopaxi

volcano, it is estimated that the main danger that can be derived from this event would
be the downfall of volcanic ash and possible earthquakes. In the last eruption of 1877,
there are records of a thickness up to 6 mm in the area of Quito, so a similar scenario
would be possible, depending on environmental conditions.
5. MAIN AFFECTED
Volcanic ash is a residue produced when a rash is about to, or is occurring. Volcanic
ash have several negative effects on people living in the area, and even those far from
the volcano. The amount of ash problems that can cause depends largely on the size
of the eruption, but even the smallest eruption could have measurable impact on an
area. When many people hear of volcanic ash you may think is a problem that has to
do with cleanliness. In fact, the problems could be far worse. In some cases the
problems that can arise from the ashes could be fatal, when the ash falls can destroy
both plant and animal life, vegetation can be buried under volcanic ash, while animals
that depend on plant life will die hunger. Another problem could be that local animals
inhale the ashes, which can interfere with your respiratory system, allowing them to
breathe correctly and thereby kill them
Volcanic ash can cause problems in an area when it falls on the roofs of people living in
the area. The same can weigh too much about the weaker structures , and therefore
make it collapse under its own weight. The problem may get even worse if rain occurs in
the same place , creating a heavier mud. Finally the people around could suffer the same
fate as animal life unless they take good care of themselves and breathe in the ashes,
the ashes could be consolidated into the lungs , creating a potentially deadly situation .
6. GENERAL PREVENTIVE MEASURES
The first recommendation of the Secretary of Risk and Safety Coordinator is to remain
calm before the explosion of Cotopaxi volcano ash .
PLSSOHORI-001
VOLCANIC
N° Rev: 00
CONTINGENCY PLAN
Date: Sept 2015
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Personal Protection
- Do not rub eyes because lacerations may occur in the cornea. Glasses should be
used.
- Protect the nostrils covering the nose with a mask or with a damp cloth. People
who have lung conditions should refrain from attending ash contaminated sites.
- Wear clothing that covers most of the body.
- It is recommended that people cover their nose and mouth with masks before
sweeping sidewalks and backyards without using water. Do not allow the ash to
accumulate in sewers.
- The waste must be placed in pouches and kept within the home until the municipal
sanitation company of Quito announced the transfer of it to the truck for disposal.
- In addition, relief agencies recommend a backpack preparing for emergencies, it
should be kept next to the exit door of every home.
There are 26 items contained , according to the Department of Safety:
1. Bottled water
2. Canned food
3. Crackers
4. Candy / sweets
5. Disposable tableware and flatware
6. Toothbrush
7. Toilet soap
8. Toilet paper
9. hands and face towel
10. Extra clothing / Thermal Blanket
11. Waterproof
12. First aid kit
13. Prescripted drugs
14. Flashlight
15. knife
16. Matches or lighter
17. Packing Tape
18. Large garbage bags
19. Money in sealed casing
20. Copies of personal documents
21. Emergency telephones Directory
22. Repellent
23. Sunscreen
24. Copies of home and car key
25. Replacement lenses
26. Radio with extra battery
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VOLCANIC
N° Rev: 00
CONTINGENCY PLAN
Date: Sept 2015
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7. SPECIFIC PREVENTIVE MEASURES IN THE HOTEL
Once the volcanic eruption is official, the emergency coordinator of the Hotel will be
responsible for activating the present Contingency Plan, which should be organized for
the rest of the brigade responsible for defining the actions to protect all personnel in the
Hotel.
- The hotel Staff placed in the entrances of both Amazon and Veintimilla, not
allowing the entry of outsiders to the facility and to notify guests of Hotel on the
emergency and suggest stay on the premises until the more optimal conditions.
- Deliver masks to everyone inside the Hotel, staff, guests or visitors, and report
on the proper use of such personal protective equipment.
- Coordinate with the brigade communication, constant newsletters issuing

entities risk control, to keep all involved.
- Have brooms, garbage bags, rubber gloves, mono goggles, masks and caps for
collecting ash residues that can accumulate in acces, roofing and other possible
locations. No water should be used for this task
- Determine the personnel to be assigned to the task of collecting waste,

considering that none should have respiratory problems.
- There must be water reserves, as this service may be affected.
- You must have an updated list of all personnel is within the hotel grounds
(employees, guests, suppliers, contractors, visitors) to deliver to the control
agencies if necessary.
- There must be updated vulnerable staff info, that can present respiratory
diseases in order to be monitored.
- In the presence of earthquakes, will be the leader of the Coordination of

emergency only and exclusively, who give autorization to the evacuation of the
facility.
- The brigade will be in constant communication and monitoring of all the hotel
facilities to prevent any incident or accident.

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3. THREATS AGAINST A VOLCANIC ERUPTION

PYROCLASTIC FLOWS (BURNING CLOUDS)

ASH AND PYROCLASTIC FALL

MUD AND DEBRIS FLOW (LAHARS)

According to data from previous events related to volcano eruptions of Cotopaxi

6. GENERAL PREVENTIVE MEASURES

7. SPECIFIC PREVENTIVE MEASURES IN THE HOTEL

- Coordinate with the brigade communication, constant newsletters issuing

- Determine the personnel to be assigned to the task of collecting waste,

- There must be water reserves, as this service may be affected.

- In the presence of earthquakes, will be the leader of the Coordination of

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