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LAKE ELSINORE/CANYON LAKE TMDL COMPLIANCE PROGRAM

SAN JACINTO RIVER WATERSHED STORM WATER SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS PLAN (SAP)

Prepared fo r

Lake E ls inore and San Jac in to Watershed Author i t y

December 2008

9665 Chesapeake Drive, Suite 201

San Diego, California 92123

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

LIST OF FIGURES........................................................................................................................................................III

LIST OF TABLES..........................................................................................................................................................III PROJECT OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................1 MONITORING..........................................................................................................................................................1

Sampling Period ..............................................................................................................................................1 Sampling Location and Station Assignments...................................................................................................2 Responsible Parties.........................................................................................................................................3 Sampling Strategy ...........................................................................................................................................3 Crew Mobilization ............................................................................................................................................4 Field Sampling and Measurements .................................................................................................................4 Transportation of Samples to Edward S. Babcock and Sons, Inc....................................................................5 Assignment of Sample Numbers .....................................................................................................................6

LIMITATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................8 Report Limitations ....................................................................................................................................................8

APPENDIX A ................................................................................................................................................................ A Site Maps ................................................................................................................................................................ A

APPENDIX B ................................................................................................................................................................ B Sampling Forms and Example COC ....................................................................................................................... B

APPENDIX C ................................................................................................................................................................ C Health and Safety Plan............................................................................................................................................ C

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LIST OF FIGURES

Figure A-1. San Jacinto River Watershed Monitoring Locations ......................................................................... A-1

LIST OF TABLES

Table 1. Monitoring Stations....................................................................................................................................2 Table 2. Important Telephone Numbers..................................................................................................................4 Table 3. Sample Transportation Contacts ...............................................................................................................6 Table 4. Sample Assignment Numbers ...................................................................................................................6 Table 5. Analytical Constituent Methods .................................................................................................................7

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S A N J A C I N T O R I V E R W A T E R S H E D S T O R M W A T E R S A P

PROJECT OVERVIEW Lake Elsinore is a natural freshwater lake in Southern California, providing a variety of natural habitats to terrestrial and aquatic species. The beneficial uses of the lake include water contact recreation, non-contact recreation, warm-water habitat and wildlife habitat.

Canyon Lake was constructed in 1928 as the Railroad Canyon Reservoir. It is about 2 miles upstream of Lake Elsinore and water spilled from Canyon Lake is a main source of water for Lake Elsinore. The beneficial uses of Canyon Lake include municipal and domestic water supply (MUN), agricultural supply (AGR), groundwater recharge (GWR), body contact recreation (REC1), non-body contact recreation (REC2), warm freshwater aquatic habitat (WARM), and wildlife habitat (WILD).

In December 2004, the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) adopted amendments to the Water Quality Control Plan for the Santa Ana River Basin (Basin Plan) to incorporate Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) for nutrients in Canyon Lake and Lake Elsinore. The Basin Plan Amendment specifies, among other things, monitoring recommendations to track compliance with TMDLs and associated load allocations, as well as measuring compliance to in-lake numeric water quality targets.

The Objectives of the San Jacinto River Watershed monitoring program are as follows: 1. Determine the total nutrient loads into Lake Elsinore and Canyon Lake from their tributaries, i.e., the San

Jacinto River, Salt Creek, and Cottonwood Creek. 2. Determine the total nutrient load from various sources categorized by land use types, namely, agricultural,

urban runoff, and open space sources. The sources drain into the above-mentioned tributaries. These tributaries in turn drain into Canyon Lake and Lake Elsinore.

3. Provide water quality data for watershed model update. 4. Provide water quality data to evaluate TMDL compliance with waste load allocations, and load allocations.

To achieve these objectives, the sampling activities will be coordinated by Brown and Caldwell. The sampling activities will involve collecting eight to twelve grab samples across the hydrograph for at least three storm events per year. Laboratory services will be provided by Edward S. Babcock and Sons, Inc. (Babcock).

Brown and Caldwell proposes to conduct the monitoring in accordance with the Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) for the Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake and San Jacinto River TMDL Watershed Monitoring

MONITORING

Sampling Period

Because there is no flow in the tributaries during the dry period (June through October), the sampling activities will take place only during the rainy season (November through May). Brown and Caldwell will be prepared to implement the designated sampling activities by November 20 of each year.

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Sampling Location and Station Assignments

There are four sampling stations throughout the San Jacinto River watershed; Lake Elsinore and Canyon Lake area (see Appendix A). The sampling locations were carefully selected to reflect various types of land use. Many of the sampling stations are at stream gauge stations installed by the US Geological Survey or RCFC&WCD. The stations are described in Table 1:

Table 1. Monitoring Stations

Location Number and Description Database Station Number

3- Salt Creek at Murrieta Rd 745

4- San Jacinto River at Goetz Rd 759

6- San Jacinto River at Ramona Expressway 741

30- Canyon Lake Spillway 841

Sampling Crews

The crews participating in the sampling activities will be taken from Brown and Caldwell staff. Actual personnel may change from event to event depending on availability and work load.

Field equipment will be provided by RCFC&WCD. Sample bottles and labels will be provided by Babcock. The field equipment and supplies necessary for the sampling activities include the following:

Horiba meter

Temperature meter

Field Notes

Pen

Indelible markers

Clip board

Camera (digital)

Sample bottles (labeled)

Ice chest

Ice or blue ice

Chain of Custody forms

Cell phone

Gloves

Rope

Telescoping pole

Rain coat

Safety vest

Boots

First Aid Kit

Flash light


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Extra batteries for flash light and field meters

Thomas Brothers map book

Contact list

Health & Safety Plan

Vehicle: Each crew is responsible for having a vehicle available for the fieldwork. Each crew is also responsible for having backup vehicles ready for use in case of emergencies.

Responsible Parties

Brown and Caldwell

Nancy Gardiner is the Project Manager for Brown and Caldwell. She will track the weather and direct staff for conducting the monitoring. She will coordinate with Arlene Chun and Steve Clark at the RCFC&WCD and notify the laboratory for sample dropoff. Brett Bennetts is responsible for directing field efforts, overseeing proper sampling protocol, and ensuring that all field data sheets and chain-of-custody forms are filled out properly.

Edward S. Babcock and Sons, Inc.

Cathy Iijima is responsible for supplying the sample bottles, coolers and chain of custody forms to Brown and Caldwell. Hsin-Yi Lin is responsible for coordinating the sample analyses and for addressing any changes with respect to sample analyses.

Sampling Strategy

The following sample collection protocols are intended to result in approximately 8-12 sample collections for monitoring sites associated within the sub-watersheds being monitored. Ideally, an attempt should be made to collect at least four samples on the rising limb and four samples on the falling limb of the hydrograph. The most representative eight to twelve samples will be selected and sent to the laboratory for analysis. These guidelines are subject to revision as the hydrologic response of each sub-watershed is more accurately characterized. If the storms generate local flow that does not reach the lakes, water quality samples will still be taken at the tributaries that do have flow. Such information is valuable for water quality model calibration.

Samples will be collected once flow is established in the channel. Grab samples will then be collected at intervals of approximately 2 to 4 hours over the rising limb of the hydrograph, depending on the forecasted size of the storm event. Some of the sampling sites may convey flow for extended periods due to the hydrologic response of the large tributary drainage area, resulting in a lengthy period for the falling limb of the hydrograph. Monitoring at these sites may involve collecting samples over longer intervals, for example, every 12 hours over a period of two days or more, to properly distribute the samples across the storm hydrograph. In the event that the storm event is larger than anticipated such that too many samples are collected, some samples may be discarded (e.g., analyze every other sample to recover 8 to 12 samples from across the entire hydrograph).

In the event of unusual or irregular storm or flow conditions, the sampling crews should consult with Nancy Gardiner of Brown and Caldwell and Steve Clark of RCFC&WCD to determine if a revised sampling schedule should be followed.


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Crew Mobilization

The steps that will be followed for mobilizing the crews will be as follows: 1. Nancy Gardiner or Brett Bennetts will contact all of the crew members upon an impending storm event.

Primary contact information is contained in Table 2. 2. All of the crew members will be notified when they will be put on stand-by status and that they should be

prepared for sampling activities. All of the equipment should be ready for field work and the vehicles should be fueled.

3. Nancy Gardiner or Brett Bennetts will contact crew leaders when sampling activities will commence. 4. The crews will mobilize to the sampling locations for sampling. 5. Each sampling crew should either deliver the samples to Babcock or coordinate with Nancy Gardiner or

Brett Bennetts for sample drop off and notify Nancy Gardiner or Brett Bennetts when they have completed sampling activities.

6. Nancy Gardiner will notify Arlene Chun and/or Steve Clark after each sampling activity about the progress of each sampling event (e.g., whether samples were collected, if there were any anomalies or other issues that need to be resolved, etc.).

The factors that Nancy Gardiner or Brett Bennetts will use to proceed with sampling mobilization are:

Antecedent moisture conditions,

National Weather Station local forecasts,

Quantitative precipitation forecasts (>1.0 inch forecast within 24 hours from November to January, and >0.5 inch forecast within 24 hours from January to May), and

Elapsed time since the last TMDL sampled storm event

Field Sampling and Measurements

Sampling will be conducted manually by filling two poly containers (one containing preservative, the other without). The first sample will be collected once the flow has started and subsequent grab samples will be conducted across the hydrograph to collect 8 to 12 aliquots. The samples will be collected by Brown and Caldwell staff and labeled for delivery to Babcock Labs. Field measurements (pH, temperature, and turbidity) will be taken in the field using a portable Horiba meter. Laboratory analytes measured are summarized in Table 5.

Table 2. Important Telephone Numbers

Name Agency Office Phone Cell

Nancy Gardiner Brown and Caldwell (858) 571-6742 (858) 337-4061

Brett Bennetts Brown and Caldwell (858) 571-6713 (619) 200-7410

Steve Clark RCFC&WCD RCFC&WCD Front Desk (daytime emergencies)

(951) 955-1346 (951) 955-1200

(951) 323-1786

Arlene Chun RCFC&WCD (951) 955-1330 (760) 831-0934

Cathleen S. Iijima Edward S. Babcock and Sons, Inc. (951) 653-3351 (951) 205-7625


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Sample Bottles and Labels

Two bottles per grab sample will be required for the laboratory to carry out the chemical analyses. Edward S. Babcock and Sons, Inc. will supply the bottles to the appropriate field staff. The field staff will complete the portion of the sample labels and affix them to the sample bottles. After collection of the samples, the following information will be identified on each sample label: 1. Analyses to be performed on the sample- to be completed by the sampling crew in the field. For this

project, use “SJ TMDL” and Babcock will understand the parameters to be analyzed. 2. Date and Time sample collected - to be completed by the sampling crew in the field 3. Sample Number which identifies sample location, date, and aliquot (see sample assignment numbers

shown in Table 5) - to be completed by the sampling crew in the field 4. Initials of individuals who collected the sample - to be completed by field sampling crew

Each crew will be supplied with the bottles necessary to collect the samples at each site prior to the anticipated storm event.

Field Data Sheets

Each crew will complete the field data sheets and turn them in to Nancy Gardiner. These sheets will then be submitted to Rick Whetsel of SAWPA for inclusion in the Lake Elsinore/Canyon Lake TMDL file.

Chain of Custody Forms

Edward S. Babcock and Sons, Inc. will supply the chain of custody forms to Brown and Caldwell. Nancy Gardiner or Brett Bennetts will assist the sampling crews in filling out these forms with the following information: 1. Contact Person and Telephone Numbers: Nancy Gardiner (858) 571-6742 2. Name of Study: San Jacinto River Watershed TMDL. 3. Analyses to be performed, use “SJ TMDL”. 4. Type of sample collected, matrix “Liquid”. 5. Number of bottles per sample and preservatives used (2 poly bottles).

Each sampling crew will complete the following information on the chain of custody form: 1. Sample number 2. Date and time sample collected 3. Name of sampling staff and signature

Transportation of Samples to Edward S. Babcock and Sons, Inc.

At the end of the sampling activities, each crew will deliver the samples for chemical analyses with the respective chain of custody forms to Babcock or coordinate with Steve Clark for sample drop off. Table 4 provides contact information for Babcock and those responsible for sample transportation.


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Table 3. Sample Transportation Contacts

Sample Drop off Location/Responsible Staff Cathy Iijima Babcock Laboratories 6100 Quail Valley Court Riverside, CA 92507 (951) 653 – 3351

Brown and Caldwell – Nancy Gardiner, 9665 Chesapeake Drive, Suite 210, San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 571-6742

Brown and Caldwell – Brett Bennetts, 9665 Chesapeake Drive, Suite 210, San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 571-6713

Driving direction to Babcock Laboratories from I-215: Exit on Eastridge/Eucalyptus; Turn on Eastridge to the west; turn right onto Box Springs Blvd. (north) Stay on it for half a mile; turn left at stop sign, still on Box Spring Blvd., turn right on Quail Valley Ct.

Assignment of Sample Numbers

The first letter will be “S” for San Jacinto River Watershed. The next two characters will be the sampling location numbers. The next 6 characters will be for the date of the sampling event (mmddyy). The next alpha character will be for the sample order within the event. For example, sample number S03 010609 E stands for a sample that was collected in the San Jacinto River Watershed at location 3, and on January 6, 2009; this sample was also the fifth sample of that storm event that was taken.

The sample numbers will be assigned as follows.

Table 4. Sample Assignment Numbers

Location Number and Description Zone Database Station Number Sample Number

3- Salt Creek at Murrieta Rd Eastern 745 S 03 mmddyy A, B, C, D, E, …

4- San Jacinto River at Goetz Rd Central 759 S 04 mmddyy A, B, C, D, E, …

6- San Jacinto River at Ramona Expressway Central 741 S 06 mmddyy A, B, C, D, E, …

30- Canyon Lake Spillway Western 841 S 30 mmddyy A, B, C, D, E, …


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Analytical Constituents

The storm water samples will be analyzed for various constituents as identified in Table 5:

Table 5. Analytical Constituent Methods

Parameter Analysis

SOP #

Typical Sample Volume

Recommended Containers

Initial Field Preservation Maximum

Holding Time

Turbidity Field 1 Quart N/A, Measure on

site Unpreserved N/A

Water Temperature Field N/A N/A, Measure on

site . Unpreserved N/A

pH Field 1 Quart N/A, Measure on

site Unpreserved N/A

Total Organic Nitrogen (Org-N) CALC N/A N/A N/A N/A

Nitrite Nitrogen (NO2-N) SM4500-NO2 B

1 Quart Quart Poly Unpreserved 48 hours

Nitrate Nitrogen (NO3-N) EPA 300.0 1 Quart Quart Poly Unpreserved 48 hours

Ammonia Nitrogen (NH4-N) SM4500-NH3 H

1 Quart Quart Poly H2SO4 28 days

Total Phosphorus (TP) SM4500-P E 1 Quart Quart Poly H2SO4 28 days

Soluble Reactive Phosphorus (SRP / ortho-P)

SM4500-P E 1 Quart Quart Poly Unpreserved 48 hours

Total Suspended Solids (TSS) SM2540C 1 Quart Quart Poly Unpreserved 7 days

Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) SM5220D 1 Quart Quart Poly H2SO4 28 days

Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) SM5210B 1 Quart Quart Poly Unpreserved 48 hours

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S A N J A C I N T O R I V E R W A T E R S H E D S T O R M W A T E R S A P

L I M I T A T I O N S

Report Limitations This document was prepared solely for the Lake Elsinore and San Jacinto Watershed Authority (LESJWA) in accordance with professional standards at the time the services were performed and in accordance with the contract between the Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority (SAWPA) and Brown and Caldwell. This document is governed by the specific scope of work authorized by LESJWA; it is not intended to be relied upon by any other party except for regulatory authorities contemplated by the scope of work. We have relied on information or instructions provided by LESJWA and other parties and, unless otherwise expressly indicated, have made no independent investigation as to the validity, completeness, or accuracy of such information.


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APPENDIX A

Site Maps

Appendix A San Jacinto River Watershed Stormwater SAP

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Figure A-1. San Jacinto River Watershed Monitoring Locations


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APPENDIX B

Sampling Forms and Example COC

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San Jacinto River Watershed TMDL Field Data Sheet

Station ID No.: ________________ Station Name: _______________________________________

SAMPLE _______ Time (24-hr clock): __________ Date: ___/___/___ Number of containers: ___

Staff Gauge Depth: Meter Depth: Lab No.: ________________

Water Temp: pH: Cond:___________________

Observations:

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San Jacinto River Watershed TMDL Field Data Sheet

Field Observation Suggestions:

Odor: None, Musty, Sewage, Rotten egg, Sour milk, Fishy, Other

Color: None, Yellow, Brown, Grey, Green, Red, Other

Clarity: Clear, Cloudy, Opaque, Suspended solids, Other

Floatable: None, Oil sheen, Foam, Animal waste, Green waste, Food, Paper, Plastic, Grease, Hydrophytes, Trash, Other

Settable: None, Salt, Clay, Oil, Rust, Microbes, Other

Weeds: None, Normal, Excessive, Note* ____________________

Biology: Unobserved, Algae bloom, Larvae, Crawfish, Frogs, Fish, Water fowl, Hydrophytes, Blue-green algae, Other

Structural: Normal, Cracking, Spauling, Note* ____________________

Sky: Stormy, Overcast, Partial clouds, Haze, Fog, Clear

Wind: Calm, Light breeze, Strong breeze, Windy, Gusts

Flow: Storm/Flood, Rapid, Tranquil, Laminar, Standing, Dry

*Note: Any condition that seems noteworthy, place on this line. Also use the back of the field sheet for additional information.


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APPENDIX C

Health and Safety Plan

Place a copy in the project file. HS15 REV. 10/2006

Slips/Trips/Fallls. Slipping hazards may exist due to uneven terrain, wet or slick surfaces, leaks or spills. Tripping hazards may be present from elevation changes, debris, poor housekeeping or tools and equipment. Some specific hazards may include: climbing/descending ladders, scaffolding, berms or curbing. Collectively, these types of injuries account for nearly 50 percent of all occupational injuries and accepted disabling claims. Prevention requires attention and alertness on the part of each worker, following and enforcing proper procedures, including good housekeeping practices, and wearing appropriate protective equipment. Work at night. The buddy system will be used at all times during non-daylight hours and workers will wear ANSI-compliant Class III high-visibility traffic safety vests. Vehicles will be used as a visual cue and physical barrier in areas where traffic may be present. Traffic. Vehicular traffic presents opportunities for serious injury to persons or property. Traffic may consist of street traffic or motor vehicles operated by facility employees or visitors to the Site. Workers and other pedestrians are clearly at risk during periods of heavy traffic. Risk from motor vehicle operations may be minimized by good operating practices and alertness, and care on the part of workers and pedestrians. Site personnel will wear high-visibility traffic safety vests whenever activities are conducted in areas of heavy traffic. Work vehicles will be arranged to be used as a barrier between site workers and nearby traffic. If required by local ordinances or site location, a traffic control plan will be developed implemented. It is important to be conscious of all vehicular traffic that may be present during conduct of field operations. Use caution tape, barricades, or safety cones to denote the boundaries of the work area and to alert vehicle operators to the presence of operations which are non-routine to them. Be careful when exiting the work area and especially when walking out from between parked vehicles to avoid vehicular traffic. Never turn your Back on Traffic. When working in or near a roadway, walk and work with your face to the oncoming traffic. If you must turn your back to traffic, have a coworker watch oncoming traffic for you. Vehicle and Worksite Position. Whenever possible, place a vehicle between your worksite and oncoming traffic. Not only is the vehicle a large, visible warning sign, but if an oncoming car should fail to yield or deviate, the parked vehicle, rather than your body, would absorb the first impact of a crash. Turn the wheels so that if the vehicle were struck, it would swing away from the worksite. Even though the vehicle would protect you in a crash, it might be knocked several feet backward. Always leave some room between the rear of the vehicle and the work area. Lifting/Materials Handling. The movement and handling of equipment and materials on the Site pose a risk to workers in the form of muscle strains and injuries. These injuries can be avoided by using safe handling practices, proper lifting techniques, and proper personal safety equipment such as steel-toed boots and sturdy work gloves. Where practical, mechanical devices will be utilized to assist in the movement of equipment and materials. Workers will not attempt to move heavy objects by themselves without using appropriate mechanical aids such as drum dollies or hydraulic lift gates. Proper lifting techniques include the following.

Lift with the strength of your knees, not your back.

Firmly plant your feet approximately shoulder-width apart.

Turn your whole body, don’t bent or twist at the waist.

Be sure that the path is clear of obstructions or tripping hazards; avoid carrying objects that will obstruct your vision.

Use caution when holding an object from the bottom to prevent crushing of the hands or fingers when lowering. Driving. A lot of driving is required to get to, from, and between project Sites. Safe vehicle maintenance and operation must be a priority. It requires knowledge of directions to (and conditions of) the Site in advance, careful exiting and merging into traffic, anticipating the unexpected, remaining alert to one’s physical and mental condition, resisting distractions such as cell phone use, other car activities and contacting assistance when needed. Report all vehicle accidents/incidents to BC’s Risk Manager. Cold stress. Workers performing activities during winter and spring months may encounter extremely cold temperatures, as well as conditions of snow and ice, making activities in the field difficult. Adequate cold weather gear, especially head and foot wear, is required under these conditions. Workers should be aware of signs and symptoms of hypothermia and frostbite, as well as first aid for these conditions. These are summarized in the table below.

Condition Signs Symptoms Response

Hypothermia Confusion, slurred

speech, slow movement.

Sleepiness, confusion,

warm feeling.

Remove subject to a non-exposed, warm area, such as truck

cab; give warm fluids; warm body core; remove outer and wet

clothing and wrap torso in blankets with hot water bottle or


other heat source. Get medical attention immediately.

Frostbite Reddish area on skin,

frozen skin.

Numbness or lack of feeling

on exposed skin.

Place affected extremity in warm, not hot, water, or wrap in

warm towels. Get medical attention.

Trench Foot Swelling and/or blisters of

the feet

Tingling/itching sensation;

burning; pain in the feet

Remove wet/constrictive clothing and shoes. Gently dry and

warm feet with slight elevation. Seek medical attention. Lightning/Electrical Storms. Lightning can be unpredictable and may strike many miles in front of, or behind, a thunderstorm. Workers will therefore cease field operations at the first sign of a thunderstorm and suspend activities until at least 30 minutes after the last observed occurrence of lightning or thunder. For purposes of this FWSP, signs of a thunderstorm will include any visible lightning or audible thunder. In the event of a thunderstorm, field personnel will take the following actions.

Get inside a permanent building structure (not a shed or canopy) or fully enclosed metal vehicle (not a convertible or camper shell) with the windows fully up.

If in a house or building, do not use the telephone or any electrical appliance that’s connected to the building’s electrical wiring.

Stay away from tall isolated objects, such as trees, drill rigs, telephone poles, or flag poles.

Avoid large open areas, such as fields or parking lots, where a person is the relatively highest object.

Stay away from lakes, ponds, railroad tracks, fences, and other objects that could transmit current from a distant lightning strike.

If caught out in the open without time to escape or find shelter, seek a low area (if time permits), crouch down, and bend forward holding the ankles. Tuck the head so that it’s not the highest part of the body, without letting it touch the ground. Under no circumstances lay down.

If a person struck by lightning contact emergency medical services, even if he/she appears only stunned or otherwise unhurt as medical attention may still be needed. Check for burns, especially at fingers and toes, and areas next to buckles and jewelry. Rodents/Mammals. Animals may potentially carry the rabies virus or disease causing agents. Do not attempt to feed or touch animals. Feces from some small mammals may contain diseases such as Hanta Virus. Avoid generating dust in the vicinity of rodent feces. In addition, animals such as dogs or wild predators (i.e., cougars or coyotes) may pose an attack hazard. Persons should slowly back away in a non-threatening manner if an encounter with a threatening animal occurs. In order to avoid such encounters, use the buddy system and make noise when working in areas where such animals may be present. Reptiles/Snakes. The primary reptiles of concern are venomous snakes (rattlesnake). Avoid contact and areas that may harbor snake populations including high grass, shrubs, and crevices. In the event of a bite, immobilize the affected area and contact emergency medical services. If more than 30 minutes from emergency care, apply bandage wrap two to four inches above the bite (note: bandage should be loose enough to slip your finger underneath). Wear shoes and heavy pants when walking and hiking in areas where snakes are likely found. Do not reach into rocky cracks, under logs, or large rocks. Even if a snake looks dead, do not touch it. A snake can still bite up to one hour after its death. Do not get near or tease a snake. Snakes are shy creatures and generally will not attack unless bothered. Venomous Insects/Spiders. Common examples include bees, fire ants and wasps. Avoid contact with insects and their hives. If stung, remove the stinger by gently scraping it out of the skin (do not use tweezers). If the worker is stung by an insect, immediately apply an ice pack to the affected area and wash area with soap and water and apply antiseptic. If an allergic reaction occurs, contact emergency medical services for appropriate treatment. The black widow and brown recluse spiders are the most venomous. Avoid contact with spiders and scorpions and areas where they may hide. They favor dark hiding places. Inspect clothing and shoes before getting dressed. Wear gloves and safety shoes when working with lumbar, rocks, inspecting buildings, etc. Signs and symptoms of bites include: headache, cramping pain/muscle rigidity, rash and/or itching, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, weakness or paralysis, and convulsions or shock. Wash bite area with soap and water and apply antibiotic cream. Contact emergency medical services if allergic reaction or severe symptoms occur. Poisonous Plants. Common examples include poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac. Avoid contact. Long-sleeved shirts and pants will allow some protection against inadvertent contact. If contact occurs, immediately wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water. If an allergic reaction occurs, seek the care of a medical professional. Poison Ivy is a trailing or climbing woody vine or a shrub-like plant with leaves that are each divided into three broad, pointed leaflets. The leaflets are commonly dark glossy green on top and slightly hairy underneath. They produce small yellowish or greenish flowers followed by berry-like drupes. Poison Oak is a member of the same family as poison ivy and has a very similar appearance. Poison oak has leaves divided into three leaflets and


generally has three to seven distinct lobes. Typically they are a shrubby type plant that can grow to eight feet in height, or sometimes can be a climbing plant. The best way to prevent exposure is the ability to recognize these plants. Conduct an initial survey of the area to determine if the plants are present in the work area, and avoid contact with them. If plants are located and work must be conducted in that area, have the plants removed if possible. If this is not possible, wear long sleeved shirts, gloves, and a heavy material type pants. Remember not to touch contaminated clothing. There are products available that can be applied to exposed skin, (similar to sunscreen products) prior to working around the plants. Tyvek suits may be another option used at the wearer’s discretion to keep poisonous plant oils from getting on clothing. Please note that using Tyvek suits may increase the risk of heat stress conditions so extra precaution should be taken such as more frequent breaks and drinking plenty of fluids.

Field Work Safety Plan (FWSP) – Short Form

Hazard Controls and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Check all that apply) HAZARD AWARENESS

A FWSP briefing must be conducted and documented on the BC FWSP Site Activity and Safety Briefing form for all personnel covered by this plan (see Page 3). BC personnel are to eliminate or minimize their exposure to potentially hazardous conditions, unless all appropriate hazard controls are in place. The minimum PPE normally required for BC personnel when on construction sites is: Hard Hat, Safety Glasses, and Safety Shoes. Additionally, a high visibility vest is required when working on sites with mobile equipment. Leather or cut resistant gloves are required when handling sharp objects. Head Protection

Hard Hat Other (specify): Eye Protection

Safety Glasses Impact Goggles Chemical Goggles Face Shield Other: Foot Protection

Leather/Steel Toe Boots Rubber/Steel Toe Boots Other (specify): Body Protection

High Visibility Vest (ANSI Class III required for night work) Cotton Coveralls Rain Suit Cold Weather Clothing Other: Hand Protection

Leather Cut Resistant (Kevlar) Biological (nitrile) Other: Hearing Protection

Ear Plugs Ear Muffs Other: Other PPE or Equipment:

First Aid Kit Mobile Phone 2-Way Radios Flashlight Fluids/Drinking Water/Ice

Towels/Toilettes Hand Cleaner/Disinfectant Hand/Foot Warmers Eyewash Other: Additional Controls/Remarks:

Emergency Information

Phone Numbers: Emergency Contacts:

Local Police: 911

BC Project Mgr: Nancy Gardiner: 858-337-4061 (cell)

Local Ambulance: 911

BC Regional Safety Unit Mgr: West – Jim Bucha 916-853-5308 East – Lydia Crabtree 615-250-1236 Central – Doug Rosco 303-239-5410

Local Fire Department: 911

BC Loss Control Mgr: Blythe Buetzow 925-210-2470

Local Hospital: See attachment B - Local Hospital Route (Attach Route Map)

Client Contact: Mark Halvosac

Remarks Always contact the BC manager when you have left site, and when you have returned safely to the BC office.


Field Work Safety Plan (FWSP)

Site Activity and Safety Briefing Name of Project/Site:

Project No: 136500

Address of Project/Site:

Personnel Briefed:

Print Sign Print Sign

FWSP Topics Covered:

General Information Description of Field Activities and Limits

Potential Hazards Hazard Controls

Emergency Information PPE

Other (specify):

BC Employee Providing the Briefing (print/sign): Date:


Site A – Along Murietta road, just north of Newport Road. Site C – Along Goetz Road, just south of Perris Valley Airport Site B – Site to be sampled only if Dam spills. Behind Water Treatment Plant Site D – Site to be sampled only if Marsh Overflows. Along Ramona Expy.

Use the Menifee Medical Center at (951) 679-8888 for the GOETZ SITE

Use the Menifee Medical Center at (951) 679-8888 for the MURRIETA SITE

Use the Menifee Medical Center at (951) 679-8888 for the RAMONA EXPY SITE

Use the Inland Valley Regional Medical Center at (951) 677-1111 for the CANYON LAKE SITE

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