ACP Greater Tampa Bay Mitigation as a Precursor to Recovery

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1 . ACP Greater Tampa Bay Mitigation as a Precursor to Recovery Wednesday, September 25, 2013 Chuck Miccolis Commercial Lines Engineer

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5 How does IBHS advance the cause of loss mitigation? Conduct building science Identify mitigation solutions for all aspects of the building chain Improve public policy Develop voluntary standards and guidance

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10 2012 IBHS High Wind Demo: High-Wind Commercial Construction Test

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19 2013 Hail Demonstration

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21 Commercial Roof Covers Implement periodic roof inspections & repair plan Repair roof leaks / bubbles / wet insulation Check all penetrations Remove loose objects Remove loose pea gravel Check gutters When replacing Roof Covers (2.0 safety factor) FM Approved Miami Dade County NOA Split Seams, Worn Cover Bubbles

22 Shingle Repair Shingles - spend $4 on a 10 oz. caulk tube of roofing cement 1 tube = 25 feet of shingles Focus on shingles near the roof edges and near gable ends Place adhesive under each shingle tab (near the edges and in the middle). On gable ends, secure the three shingle tabs closest to the gable edge. Doing this Helps you avoid this

23 Soffits Soffits - Spend $6 for 10 oz. of polyurethane sealant Apply a bead along the joint between the edge of the channel and the wall; Install sharp pointed stainless steel screws through the fascia and channels so that they connect the soffit material; Apply sealant in the grooves where the fascia material butts up against the fascia and wall channel OR

24 Window Protection IBHS Shutter Selection Guide - available at disastersafety.org Large / Small Missile Impact Resistant Window & Frame Systems, Shutters, fabric and screen panels,½ - ¾ in. Plywood Use products Tested / Approved for your area Florida Building Code Testing Application Standard (TAS) 201, 202 and 203 / Miami-Dade County Notice of Acceptance (NOA) American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) E 1886, ASTM E 1996, and ASTM E330 FM Global Approval Standard 4350

25 Commercial Overhead & Garage Doors Age of door, look for a label for wind rating Replace with a hurricane resistant door - Tested / Approved for your area o Florida Building Code Testing Application Standard (TAS) 201, 202 and 203 / Miami-Dade County Notice of Acceptance (NOA) o ASTM E 1886, ASTM E 1996, ASTM E330 o For Garage Doors Only: ANSI/DASMA 115 Bring up to current standards using horizontal and vertical struts, additional track brackets, and longer rollers

26 Sealants Seals - Spend $2 on 10 oz. of caulk and use to seal: Openings where utilities, wires, & cables enter and exit the building Electrical boxes and circuit breaker panels; AC refrigerant lines, AC condensate lines, water pipes; Cracks around wall outlets & vents Doing this Helps you avoid this

27 Recognizing the Signs of a Roof Problem What to Look For: Visual Clues

28 Spotting Water Damage from inside the building Signs you could have a water damage problem: Visible water damage from below a roof deck will depend on the type of roof cover system and roof deck, as well as the amount of damage. Some roof cover systems can absorb an extensive amount of water. Prolonged trapped moisture can result in corrosion and premature degradation of the deck.

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30 Severe Weather Emergency Response Planning - Keys to Success Businesses must overcome two common mistakes: Failing to understanding the hazard Underestimating the exposure Ensure life safety Documented plan with designated responsibilities Protection of building, business functions, utilities Periodic training Exercises Various alert levels Material supply checklist Feedback Process

31 Flood / Storm Surge ERP Determine your Hazards FEMA Maps Evacuation Maps for your area - (Storm Tide Atlas) If in an evacuation area, then storm surge Local Area Flood Protection such as Levees and Dams How-To DISASTERSAFETY.ORG

32 Storm Surge & Flooding Dry Flood Proofing Protection Permanent or Moveable: Doors, Gates, Walls Water or sand filled barriers Sandbagging Shallow depths; Much work Floor Drain Plugs / prevent back flow Sump pumps

33 Storm Surge & Flooding Utilities Electrical Indoor and Outdoor equipment such as o Transformers, Switchgear, Generators, Fire Pumps / Controllers, etc. Raise above expected flood level, include a safety factor Provide protective enclosure Provide reinforced flood walls if can not raise Include back up power in protective planning Seal penetrations coming into buildings around utilities

34 Storm Surge & Flooding Utilities Potable Water Provide alternative water source o Storage tanks o Freshwater wells with well head above flood levels o Stored Bottled water Waste Water Prevent Sewage Back Up o Backflow Preventers o Prevent open pits from backing up into the building o Onsite lift stations connected to back up power

35 Hurricane ERP Prepare for one category greater than weather service prediction Include building envelope, utilities, physical asset protection against wind and / or flooding, storm surge Business Continuity plan (OFB EZ) Alert Levels o Offseason activities (materials procurement, training, asset inspections / repairs o Hurricane Season o Impending storm (72, 48, 24, 12 hours) o Feedback

36 Get a Head Start in Advance of Specific Severe Weather Threats Designate an employee to monitor weather reports and alert your team to the potential of severe weather. If back-up power such as a diesel generator is to be used, test your system and establish proper contracts with fuel suppliers for emergency fuel deliveries. Re-inspect and replenish emergency supplies inventory, since emergency supplies are often used during the offseason for nonemergency situations. Test all life safety equipment. Conduct training/simulation exercises for your emergency preparedness/response plans.

37 5 Days Before Storm Conditions Start to Focus on What Needs to Get Done Notify employees of the potential for severe weather and to be prepared for the emergency plan possibly to be implemented. Inspect the roof and grounds for loose debris, which may become a hazard in high winds. If staff or temporary help is available, begin removal of the debris, otherwise the removal may be done at the 72- hour interval.

38 72 Hours before Storm Conditions Time to Activate the Plan Remove or secure all loose roof and ground items, including landscaping that may become wind-borne debris. Clear roof drains, gutters and downspouts of debris, to prevent water back-up. Clean out all debris from outdoor perimeter drains, especially in areas where water may collect such as shipping and receiving areas where the ground slopes towards the building. Fill emergency generators with fuel and contact fuel suppliers with anticipated needs for post-storm deliveries. Ensure fire protection systems are in proper working order.

39 48 24 Hours before Storm Conditions Finalize Preparations and Make Sure Employees are Safe For hurricanes and other high wind events, install window protection; if window protection is unavailable, close all window blinds, and cover office equipment with plastic sheets or tarps. Close all office doors, especially perimeter offices. If building is exposed to flooding or storm surge, seal all water entry points such as utility penetrations into the building and install flood protection including first-floor drain plugs. Conduct full/partial shutdown procedures. If volunteers are to remain onsite during the storm, make sure they can remain in a safe and secure area. If conditions permit, instruct them on how to monitor, document, and mitigate against leaks and water infiltration in critical areas with vital equipment. Disconnect all electrical equipment and unplug from power source.

40 Recovery: After the Storm Designated personnel should return to the facility, assess conditions, document damages, and notify the emergency operations teams of their findings. When it is deemed safe, designated personnel should begin start-up procedures.

41 Inspect and inventory any damage to your property. Take an overall inventory, including photos of all damaged property, and report damage and related expenses to your insurance company. Employees returning to the building should be instructed to examine their work area, test all office equipment and report findings back to the designated staff contact.

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44 Thank you Questions? Contact: Chuck Miccolis Commercial Lines Engineer