GRACE BUILDING

Upon a report of a potential HAZMAT spill, FLS Director, JSOC (or Security Console) and Property Managers shall take the following actions (where designated):
FLS Director immediately conducts a rapid assessment of existing conditions.

ACTION
Notify EAP Brigade (Engineer, Property Manager, and Security Director), JSOC and pre-designated Emergency Backup Personnel to report to the pre-determined secure location (or safe alternate).
WHO
FLS Director
HOW
Via Radio or Phone.
WHY
Conduct an initial assessment of the Emergency based on all available information.


ACTION
* Immediately Shut down HVAC system from the FCC or BMS.
WHO
FLS Director
Chief Engineer
HOW
Shut down affected Area/Zone at the FCC or BMS.
WHY
Minimize air movement and prevent dissipation of substance.


ACTION
* Notify Authorities and Emergency Responders.
WHO
JSOC/Security Console
FLS Director
HOW
Call 911.
WHY
  • Building Address.
  • Nature and extent of the Emergency.
  • Location within the Building.
  • Number of Persons exposed/injured.
  • EAP Response the Building will implement.

ACTION
Determine EAP Response.
WHO
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
HOW
EAP Brigade “Huddle” at FCC:
Assess and implement appropriate Response.
WHY
Provide protection and warning to the greatest number of Persons possible.


ACTION
Implement EAP Response.
WHO
FLS Director
HOW
Direct EAP Members to report to their assigned area to carry out their duties.
WHY
Ensure the safety of the greatest number of Persons possible.


ACTION
If implementing an EAP Response (SIP, IBR, Evacuation) make a Building-wide Announcement including Stairway Speakers (4 W’s).
WHO
FLS Director
HOW
PA System located at the FCC.
WHY
Provide Occupants all available information including:
  • What has happened.
  • Where it has happened.
  • What EAP Response is being implemented.
  • Why the Response is being implemented.

ACTION
Manually Recall/Isolate Passenger Elevators based upon your assessment.
If EAP has not been activated at this juncture, consider activating it now.
WHO
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
Lobby Security
Elevator Mechanic
(as per Building’s Plan and infrastructure)
HOW
Via Fireman Service Lobby Key Switch or Elevator Management System (EMS) recall Elevators to Lobby Level or Alternate Floor.
WHY
If required to mitigate the air movement within the Elevator Shaft and to prevent Occupants from using them in an uncontrolled Evacuation.


ACTION
Manually recall Freight Elevators to the Lobby.
WHO
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
Lobby Security
Elevator Mechanic
(as per Building’s Plan and infrastructure)
HOW
Via Fireman Service Lobby Key Switch or Elevator Management System (EMS) recall Freight Elevators to Street Level or area closest for NYPD/FDNY access.
WHY
Used to transport NYPD/FDNY Personnel and Persons needing assistance.


ACTION
If an EAP Evacuation Response has been ordered, manually release all Doors controlled by the Fail-Safe Electro-Magnetic-System and make an additional “All Call” Announcement.
WHO
FLS Director
HOW
Manually released at FCC.
WHY
To ensure all Doors controlled by Fail-Safe System are released to facilitate the Evacuation of Building Occupants.


ACTION
If Occupants are exposed to a harmful substance direct them to a bathroom or other area with sink and shower facilities.
WHO
FLS Director
Any EAP Staff
HOW
Avoid entry to affected area.
Provide direction by PA System, Telephone, Bullhorn from a safe distance.
WHY
Allow Occupants to begin decontamination by washing all exposed skin, flushing eyes, nose and mouth with water. To extent possible, have individuals remove any clothing contaminated by harmful substance and seal in plastic bags.


ACTION
If Persons are injured implement “Medical Emergency” Procedures as well.
WHO
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
HOW
As per “Medical Emergency” tab guidelines.
WHY
Ensure Occupants receive necessary assistance as quickly as possible.


ACTION
Ensure all EAP Staff have their identifying Apparel: Hat, vest or arm band.
WHO
FLS Director
Any EAP Staff
HOW
  • Have Staff distribute appropriate Apparel.
  • Reminds Wardens, Deputy Wardens and Searchers via PA Announcement.
WHY
To clearly distinguish the EAP Staff.


ACTION
Maintain two-way communication with EAP Staff.
WHO
FLS Director
HOW
Portable Radios, Warden Phones.
WHY
To monitor conditions and report on progress of operation.


ACTION
Follow up PA Announcement.
WHO
FLS Director
HOW
PA System located at the FCC.
WHY
To provide Building Occupants with any updated information.


ACTION
Liaison with Emergency Responders.
WHO
Designated Security Personnel
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
Building Engineers
HOW
Through Incident Commander.
* For this type of incident, this will be highest ranking Fire Fighter/Police Officer on scene.
WHY
Provide Occupants all available information including:
  • Direct Emergency Personnel to affected area.
  • Provide information on current conditions and what actions have been initiated.
  • Serve as a conduit for information and instruction from Emergency Personnel to Building Occupants.

* Simultaneous Notifications - Deputy Fire Life Safety Director and Pre-Designated Emergency Back-Up Personnel will assist in the Emergency Responses and Notifications.


Upon a report of a potential HAZMAT spill, FLS Director, JSOC (or Security Console) and Property Managers shall take the following actions (where designated):
FLS Director immediately conducts a rapid assessment of existing conditions.

ACTION
* Ensure location is physically isolated if possible to prevent further exposure/contamination.
WHO
EAP Brigade
Security
Any EAP Staff
HOW
Close/Lock any Doors leading to contaminated area.
Seal Doorway with plastic sheeting and duct tape.
Post Security Officer at Entry Points if safe to do so.
Post warning signs and/or tape.
WHY
Prevent any additional Person from entering Contaminated Area.


ACTION
Determine EAP Response.
WHO
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
HOW
EAP Brigade “Huddle” at FCC:
Assess and implement appropriate Response.
WHY
Provide protection and warning to the greatest number of Persons possible.


ACTION
Manually Recall/Isolate Passenger Elevators based upon your assessment.
If EAP has not been activated at this juncture, consider activating it now.
WHO
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
Lobby Security
Elevator Mechanic
(as per Building’s Plan and infrastructure)
HOW
Via Fireman Service Lobby Key Switch or Elevator Management System (EMS) recall Elevators to Lobby Level or Alternate Floor.
WHY
If required to mitigate the air movement within the Elevator Shaft and to prevent Occupants from using them in an uncontrolled Evacuation.


ACTION
Manually recall Freight Elevators to the Lobby.
WHO
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
Lobby Security
Elevator Mechanic
(as per Building’s Plan and infrastructure)
HOW
Via Fireman Service Lobby Key Switch or Elevator Management System (EMS) recall Freight Elevators to Street Level or area closest for NYPD/FDNY access.
WHY
Used to transport NYPD/FDNY Personnel and Persons needing assistance.


ACTION
If Persons are injured implement “Medical Emergency” Procedures as well.
WHO
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
HOW
As per “Medical Emergency” tab guidelines.
WHY
Ensure Occupants receive necessary assistance as quickly as possible.


ACTION
Liaison with Emergency Responders.
WHO
Designated Security Personnel
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
Building Engineers
HOW
Through Incident Commander.
* For this type of incident, this will be highest ranking Fire Fighter/Police Officer on scene.
WHY
Provide Occupants all available information including:
  • Direct Emergency Personnel to affected area.
  • Provide information on current conditions and what actions have been initiated.
  • Serve as a conduit for information and instruction from Emergency Personnel to Building Occupants.

* Simultaneous Notifications - Deputy Fire Life Safety Director and Pre-Designated Emergency Back-Up Personnel will assist in the Emergency Responses and Notifications.


Upon a report of a potential HAZMAT spill, FLS Director, JSOC (or Security Console) and Property Managers shall take the following actions (where designated):
FLS Director immediately conducts a rapid assessment of existing conditions.

ACTION
* Ensure location is physically isolated if possible to prevent further exposure/contamination.
WHO
EAP Brigade
Security
Any EAP Staff
HOW
Close/Lock any Doors leading to contaminated area.
Seal Doorway with plastic sheeting and duct tape.
Post Security Officer at Entry Points if safe to do so.
Post warning signs and/or tape.
WHY
Prevent any additional Person from entering Contaminated Area.


ACTION
* Warn others to avoid the area.
WHO
Security
Any EAP Staff
HOW
Warning should be consistent with the perceived threat/ability to isolate threat:
  • If substance is isolated physically divert individuals from that area.
  • If unable to isolate the threat utilize the PA System, LiveSafe, E-Mail, Bullhorn from a safe distance if necessary.
WHY
Prevent contamination of any additional Persons/Staff.


ACTION
Continue to assess/monitor all Building Components.
WHO
Any EAP Staff
HOW
Members of the EAP Staff are assigned to assess a pre-determined Building Component according to the Building’s EAP.
WHY
Ensure all Building Components are assessed to allow for implementation of the EAP.


ACTION
Ensure all Emergency Stairway Exits are unobstructed for egress.
WHO
Any EAP Staff
Wardens
Deputy Wardens
HOW
Position EAP Staff at Termination Points of Stairways (Lobby & Street Level) and individual Floor Landings.
WHY
Ensure all Stairways remain unobstructed to allow the movement of Evacuating Building Occupants.
Direct Evacuating Building Occupants out and away from the Building.


ACTION
If Occupants are exposed to a harmful substance direct them to a bathroom or other area with sink and shower facilities.
WHO
FLS Director
Any EAP Staff
HOW
Avoid entry to affected area.
Provide direction by PA System, Telephone, Bullhorn from a safe distance.
WHY
Allow Occupants to begin decontamination by washing all exposed skin, flushing eyes, nose and mouth with water. To extent possible, have individuals remove any clothing contaminated by harmful substance and seal in plastic bags.


ACTION
Ensure all EAP Staff have their identifying Apparel: Hat, vest or arm band.
WHO
FLS Director
Any EAP Staff
HOW
  • Have Staff distribute appropriate Apparel.
  • Reminds Wardens, Deputy Wardens and Searchers via PA Announcement.
WHY
To clearly distinguish the EAP Staff.


* Simultaneous Notifications - Deputy Fire Life Safety Director and Pre-Designated Emergency Back-Up Personnel will assist in the Emergency Responses and Notifications.


Upon a report of a potential HAZMAT spill, FLS Director, JSOC (or Security Console) and Property Managers shall take the following actions (where designated):
FLS Director immediately conducts a rapid assessment of existing conditions.

ACTION
Manually Recall/Isolate Passenger Elevators based upon your assessment.
If EAP has not been activated at this juncture, consider activating it now.
WHO
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
Lobby Security
Elevator Mechanic
(as per Building’s Plan and infrastructure)
HOW
Via Fireman Service Lobby Key Switch or Elevator Management System (EMS) recall Elevators to Lobby Level or Alternate Floor.
WHY
If required to mitigate the air movement within the Elevator Shaft and to prevent Occupants from using them in an uncontrolled Evacuation.


ACTION
Manually recall Freight Elevators to the Lobby.
WHO
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
Lobby Security
Elevator Mechanic
(as per Building’s Plan and infrastructure)
HOW
Via Fireman Service Lobby Key Switch or Elevator Management System (EMS) recall Freight Elevators to Street Level or area closest for NYPD/FDNY access.
WHY
Used to transport NYPD/FDNY Personnel and Persons needing assistance.


* Simultaneous Notifications - Deputy Fire Life Safety Director and Pre-Designated Emergency Back-Up Personnel will assist in the Emergency Responses and Notifications.


Upon a report of a potential HAZMAT spill, FLS Director, JSOC (or Security Console) and Property Managers shall take the following actions (where designated):
FLS Director immediately conducts a rapid assessment of existing conditions.

ACTION
* Notify Authorities and Emergency Responders.
WHO
JSOC/Security Console
FLS Director
HOW
Call 911.
WHY
  • Building Address.
  • Nature and extent of the Emergency.
  • Location within the Building.
  • Number of Persons exposed/injured.
  • EAP Response the Building will implement.

ACTION
Notification to all Brookfield Place FCC's informing FLSDs to make an “All Call” Announcement in their Buildings.
WHO
JSOC Operator
HOW
Via JSOC/FCC Intercom & FLSDs via the Building’s FA PA System.
WHY
Maintain open intercom with FCC's.


* Simultaneous Notifications - Deputy Fire Life Safety Director and Pre-Designated Emergency Back-Up Personnel will assist in the Emergency Responses and Notifications.


Upon a report of a potential HAZMAT spill, FLS Director, JSOC (or Security Console) and Property Managers shall take the following actions (where designated):
FLS Director immediately conducts a rapid assessment of existing conditions.

ACTION
Restrict Building access.
WHO
Security
Critical Operations Staff
HOW
Position EAP Staff at all points of Access/Egress.
WHY
Deny all access to the Building.


* Simultaneous Notifications - Deputy Fire Life Safety Director and Pre-Designated Emergency Back-Up Personnel will assist in the Emergency Responses and Notifications.


Upon a report of a potential HAZMAT spill, FLS Director, JSOC (or Security Console) and Property Managers shall take the following actions (where designated):
FLS Director immediately conducts a rapid assessment of existing conditions.

ACTION
Notify Brookfield Corporate Office at 212-417-7000.
WHO
Property Manager
Assistant Property Manager
Administrative Assistant
HOW
Telephone, Email, initiate LiveSafe Message.
WHY
Provide information as described above.


* Simultaneous Notifications - Deputy Fire Life Safety Director and Pre-Designated Emergency Back-Up Personnel will assist in the Emergency Responses and Notifications.


Upon a report of a potential HAZMAT spill, FLS Director, JSOC (or Security Console) and Property Managers shall take the following actions (where designated):
FLS Director immediately conducts a rapid assessment of existing conditions.

ACTION
Manually Recall/Isolate Passenger Elevators based upon your assessment.
If EAP has not been activated at this juncture, consider activating it now.
WHO
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
Lobby Security
Elevator Mechanic
(as per Building’s Plan and infrastructure)
HOW
Via Fireman Service Lobby Key Switch or Elevator Management System (EMS) recall Elevators to Lobby Level or Alternate Floor.
WHY
If required to mitigate the air movement within the Elevator Shaft and to prevent Occupants from using them in an uncontrolled Evacuation.


ACTION
Manually recall Freight Elevators to the Lobby.
WHO
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
Lobby Security
Elevator Mechanic
(as per Building’s Plan and infrastructure)
HOW
Via Fireman Service Lobby Key Switch or Elevator Management System (EMS) recall Freight Elevators to Street Level or area closest for NYPD/FDNY access.
WHY
Used to transport NYPD/FDNY Personnel and Persons needing assistance.


* Simultaneous Notifications - Deputy Fire Life Safety Director and Pre-Designated Emergency Back-Up Personnel will assist in the Emergency Responses and Notifications.


Upon a report of a potential HAZMAT spill, FLS Director, JSOC (or Security Console) and Property Managers shall take the following actions (where designated):
FLS Director immediately conducts a rapid assessment of existing conditions.

ACTION
* Immediately Shut down HVAC system from the FCC or BMS.
WHO
FLS Director
Chief Engineer
HOW
Shut down affected Area/Zone at the FCC or BMS.
WHY
Minimize air movement and prevent dissipation of substance.


* Simultaneous Notifications - Deputy Fire Life Safety Director and Pre-Designated Emergency Back-Up Personnel will assist in the Emergency Responses and Notifications.


Upon a report of a potential HAZMAT spill, FLS Director, JSOC (or Security Console) and Property Managers shall take the following actions (where designated):
FLS Director immediately conducts a rapid assessment of existing conditions.

ACTION
Assess Building’s HVAC System and Supplemental HVAC Units.
WHO
Building Engineers
Tenant POC
HOW
Report to:
  • MER Locations.
  • Close Floor Dampers if instructed.
  • Control Tenant Supplemental Units as necessary.
WHY
Closing Outside Air Dampers will prevent contamination of Building’s Interior.


ACTION
Assess Utilities:
  • Electric System.
  • Steam Service.
  • Natural Gas Service.
  • Fuel/Oil Storage
WHO
Building Engineers
HOW
Report to:
  • MER Locations.
  • Shut Off Locations of Steam and Natural Gas.
  • Location of Fuel/Oil Tanks.
WHY
Be prepared to make any critical adjustments to Building’s Utilities and Fuel/Oil Storage.


ACTION
Liaison with Emergency Responders.
WHO
Designated Security Personnel
FLS Director
EAP Brigade
Building Engineers
HOW
Through Incident Commander.
* For this type of incident, this will be highest ranking Fire Fighter/Police Officer on scene.
WHY
Provide Occupants all available information including:
  • Direct Emergency Personnel to affected area.
  • Provide information on current conditions and what actions have been initiated.
  • Serve as a conduit for information and instruction from Emergency Personnel to Building Occupants.

* Simultaneous Notifications - Deputy Fire Life Safety Director and Pre-Designated Emergency Back-Up Personnel will assist in the Emergency Responses and Notifications.


Upon a report of a potential HAZMAT spill, FLS Director, JSOC (or Security Console) and Property Managers shall take the following actions (where designated):
FLS Director immediately conducts a rapid assessment of existing conditions.

ACTION
Assess Building’s HVAC System and Supplemental HVAC Units.
WHO
Building Engineers
Tenant POC
HOW
Report to:
  • MER Locations.
  • Close Floor Dampers if instructed.
  • Control Tenant Supplemental Units as necessary.
WHY
Closing Outside Air Dampers will prevent contamination of Building’s Interior.


* Simultaneous Notifications - Deputy Fire Life Safety Director and Pre-Designated Emergency Back-Up Personnel will assist in the Emergency Responses and Notifications.


Upon a report of a potential HAZMAT spill, FLS Director, JSOC (or Security Console) and Property Managers shall take the following actions (where designated):
FLS Director immediately conducts a rapid assessment of existing conditions.

ACTION
Ensure all Emergency Stairway Exits are unobstructed for egress.
WHO
Any EAP Staff
Wardens
Deputy Wardens
HOW
Position EAP Staff at Termination Points of Stairways (Lobby & Street Level) and individual Floor Landings.
WHY
Ensure all Stairways remain unobstructed to allow the movement of Evacuating Building Occupants.
Direct Evacuating Building Occupants out and away from the Building.


* Simultaneous Notifications - Deputy Fire Life Safety Director and Pre-Designated Emergency Back-Up Personnel will assist in the Emergency Responses and Notifications.


Upon a report of a potential HAZMAT spill, FLS Director, JSOC (or Security Console) and Property Managers shall take the following actions (where designated):
FLS Director immediately conducts a rapid assessment of existing conditions.

ACTION
Ensure all Emergency Stairway Exits are unobstructed for egress.
WHO
Any EAP Staff
Wardens
Deputy Wardens
HOW
Position EAP Staff at Termination Points of Stairways (Lobby & Street Level) and individual Floor Landings.
WHY
Ensure all Stairways remain unobstructed to allow the movement of Evacuating Building Occupants.
Direct Evacuating Building Occupants out and away from the Building.


* Simultaneous Notifications - Deputy Fire Life Safety Director and Pre-Designated Emergency Back-Up Personnel will assist in the Emergency Responses and Notifications.