Emergency Planning Zones (EPZ) around potential major technological accidents sites

Authors

  • Yves Dubeau Professional Engineer and consultant in risk management and emergency preparedness; Board of Directors, Conseil pour la réduction des accidents industriels majeurs (CRAIM) Author
  • Éric Clément President, E-risk; Board of Directors, Conseil pour la réduction des accidents industriels majeurs (CRAIM) Author
  • Dimitri Tsingakis President & Chief Executive Officer, East Montreal Industrial Association; Board of Directors, Conseil pour la réduction des accidents industriels majeurs (CRAIM) Author
  • Pierre Drolet Board of Directors, Conseil pour la réduction des accidents industriels majeurs (CRAIM) Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.25071/awt4s726

Keywords:

Hazardous substances, emergency response plans, accident scenarios, consequence modeling

Abstract

This article presents a methodology to establish the emergency planning zones around a site that presents risks of major technological accidents involving hazardous substances. A process to reduce the impact zones from these accidents is also presented. A concrete example involving an ammonia refrigeration system is included to illustrate the subject. The identification of the emergency planning zones is critical for public safety and is used for the preparation of emergency response plans by the site and the public emergency response organizations.

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Published

2023-05-01

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How to Cite

Emergency Planning Zones (EPZ) around potential major technological accidents sites. (2023). Canadian Journal of Emergency Management, 3(1). https://doi.org/10.25071/awt4s726