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SHIFF1 STRUCTION*DEVELOPMENT 2. Hurricane Preparedness a. Hurricane Tips • Hurricane season generally lasts from June 1st to November 30th. • The most dangerous hurricanes form off the coast of Africa and approach Florida from the East during the months of August and September. • Obtain a hurricane tracking and information guide at a local supermarket and take the precautions that it recommends. • According to experts, forecasters only have a 10% chance of accurately predicting where a storm will hit 72 hours in advance. They have a 74% chance within 24 hours. • In the event of an approaching hurricane all contractors and/or subcontractors, of any tier, must prepare the project for heavy rains and high winds and close the job sufficiently in advance so that they may make personal preparations at home. Ob. During the Hurricane Season • Develop a call-in team, including contractor's/ subcontractor's safety personnel, in the event preparations need to be made. • All contractors/subcontractors, of any tier, shall keep the project free from an accumulation of debris and scrap material that can become windblown hazards. This will reduce the amount of time necessary to secure the project site in the event of a hurricane emergency. As part of standard operating procedures, ensure that standby diesel dewatering pumps, portable pumps, and generators are in operational condition at all times and that an adequate supply of pump and bail equipment, duct tape, banding strap, banding tools, fuel, oil and grease, and tarps to cover the dumpsters are on hand. c. Hurricane Warning Checklist • Secure all exterior building openings, doors and windows. Consider temporary bracing for large doors which are not designed for high wind loads. • Install protective measures to minimize the infiltration of water into the building and excavations (e.g., grading, berms, sandbags, pipe caps, etc.). 0 If necessary, protect trailers to minimize the infiltration of water. 1350 NE 56TH Street Suite 100 I Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33334 I t:(954)524 2575 I f: (954)524 2576