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EOC Operation~ Public Works Operations Seefi~on Checklist: Debris Clearances/Utility Restoration Immediate Concet'ns rn Report to ~he Emergency Operations Center or sent a representative. Obtain an ;initial briefing from Incident Command. Prepare an initial report to the Emergency Manager. [] Assess if a 24hr/day and/or extended operation is needed. Make staffing assessments consider mutual aid, ~ Contact and coordinate with private sector utilities on shutdown and service restoration. Manage all public works resources and direct public works operations Debris removal Assist in search and rescue efforts if requested Conduct damage assessment and documentation of damage to public infrastructure. · Prdvide emergency generators, fuel, lighting, etc., to support emergency responders at ther'incident scene and EOC Coordinate with contractors for use of private sector resources in public works response operations. c] Periodically brief EM on status of public works operations. [] Assign public works staff to the Incident Command to act as a liaison between public works operations ,nd emergency operations. [] Identify h~ardous areas that crews will not be able to pass through. [] Work with police/fire representatives to determine need for barricades at incident site and traffic signS/signal changes for re-routing traffic and safety. Assess need for heavy equipment support for rescue operations. [] For large-sCale utility disruption, designate a liaison to the utility companies. This person should keep you and the PlO informed on time estimates for utility restoration. [] If debris is,~biocking streets over a widespread area, work with the "Field Incident Commander" to develop priority routes to be cleared. 48