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From page 58... ... A-1 APPENDIX A: TOOLS AND RESOURCES COMPILED BY NCHRP PROJECT 20-59(33) RESEARCH TEAM This appendix provides a listing of tools and resources that can assist in both the preevent planning for recovery and for post-event recovery. Read the entire page →
From page 59... ... A-2 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation FEDERAL INITIATIVES AND GUIDANCE Checklists, Worksheets, and Toolkits Critical Infrastructure Protection and Resilience Toolkit The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Read the entire page →
From page 60... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-3 The Recovery Support Function (RSF) Read the entire page →
From page 61... ... A-4 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation National Incident Management System (NIMS) Authors: Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Read the entire page →
From page 62... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-5 Homeland Security Presidential Directive-8 (HSPD-8) Read the entire page →
From page 63... ... A-6 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation Guidance and Resources Recovering from Disasters: The National Transportation Recovery Strategy Authors: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Date Published: September 2009 http://www.dot.gov/policy-initiatives/disaster-recovery/recovering-disasters-nationaltransportation-recovery-strategy The National Transportation Recovery Strategy (NTRS) Read the entire page →
From page 64... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-7 Prepared for the FTA, this report provides best practices and links to specific resources that address critical disaster elements such as emergency preparedness, disaster response, and recovery for transit agencies. Read the entire page →
From page 65... ... A-8 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation Puget Sound Regional Transportation Recovery Annex Authors: Puget Sound Region Date: February 2011 http://www.seattle.gov/emergency/library/TransportationRCPTApprovedFinal.pdf The Puget Sound Transportation Recovery Annex (Annex) provides a best practice example of a regional Transportation Recovery Plan. Read the entire page →
From page 66... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-9 Transportation Critical Infrastructure Assets Highway Critical Assets Transit Agency Assets INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITIES EQUIPMENT PERSONNEL Elevated Bridges and Structures Tunnels and Pedestrian Underpasses Transit Stations Transit Stops Operations Control Centers Administrative Facilities Garages, Yards, and Maintenance Facilities Power Substations Right-of-Way, Track and Signals Communications Relays Contractors Employees Vendors Passengers Visitors Source: Adapted from FTA Transit Security Design Considerations, 2004 Hazard Impact Analysis Worksheet Hazard analysis involves identifying the hazards that potentially threaten an asset and analyzing them individually to determine the degree of threat that is posed by each. Read the entire page →
From page 67... ... A-10 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation indicates which hazards merit special attention, what actions might be taken to reduce the impact of those hazards, and what resources are likely to be needed. FEMA has developed worksheets for profiling hazards as part of vulnerability analysis that can be found in this summary of FEMA training on hazards at http://training.fema.gov/EMIWeb/edu/docs/raem/Readings%20D.doc Hazard Impact Analysis Worksheet Hazard: _______________________________________________________________ Frequency of Occurrence: Highly likely (Near 100% probability in the next year) Read the entire page →
From page 68... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-11 Prioritization Factors Table The AASHTO Guide to Highway Vulnerability Assessment was developed as a tool for state DOTs to assess the vulnerabilities of their physical assets and to assist in developing possible mitigations to address the vulnerability identified. Read the entire page →
From page 69... ... A-12 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation Intermodal/Freight Connections 3 Does this connect to intermodal transportation hubs? Does this connect to ports? Read the entire page →
From page 70... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-13 Guidance and Resources A Guide to Highway Vulnerability Assessment for Critical Asset Identification and Protection Authors: AASHTO, Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) Read the entire page →
From page 71... ... A-14 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation Asset Management Authors: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Date updated: August 30, 2010 http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/infrastructure/asstmgmt/resource.cfm This web resource is an asset management overview prepared by the FHWA with extensive coverage on focus areas provided through links to other sections within the website. Read the entire page →
From page 72... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-15 damage estimates for all major storms in the United States from 1900 to the present day. Read the entire page →
From page 73... ... A-16 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation HAZARDS TOOLS Tool Description and Web Link GIS Practices for Transportation GIS website developed by FHWA's Resource Center provides information on relevant GIS issues for transportation planners and contains links to other state, local, and government GIS websites http://www.gis.fhwa.dot.gov/default.asp State and Local GIS Practices Gateway to numerous GIS transportation applications currently being employed across the nation http://www.gis.fhwa.dot.gov/statepracs.asp Natural Hazards Support System (NHSS) The Natural Hazards Support System (NHSS) Read the entire page →
From page 74... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-17 ShakeCast Critical users (lifeline utilities, for example) Read the entire page →
From page 75... ... A-18 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation Checklists, Worksheets, and Toolboxes Typical Transportation Repair/Replacement Elements by Recovery Phase A table of transportation infrastructure repair and replacement elements categorized by recovery phase was adapted from Puget Sound Recovery Annex, 2011 and provided herein. Repair/Replacement Elements by Recovery Phase Repair and Replacement Elements Repair/Replace Elements Phase Short- Term Mid- Term Long- Term Assess bridges and roadway structures Prioritize segment restoration Repair bridges and roadway structures Replace bridges and roadway structures Coordinate with utility purveyors for utilities in rights-of-way Provide engineering contract mechanisms Source: Adapted from Puget Sound Recovery Annex, 2011. Read the entire page →
From page 76... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-19 WSDOT Training for First Inspections Training for first inspections is currently available by using the video and manual, "Student Manual to Accompany Training Video on Post-earthquake Safety Evaluation of Bridges State of Washington" posted on the WSDOT website: ftp://ftp.wsdot.wa.gov/incoming/Nisqually%20Post%20EQ%20Inspection/ Safety Assessment Program (SAP) Read the entire page →
From page 77... ... A-20 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation This report provides recommendations for performing inspections to detect damage in steel moment-frame buildings following an earthquake; evaluating the damaged buildings' safety in a post-earthquake environment; and repairing damaged buildings. Chapters cover inspection and classification of damage; preliminary post-earthquake assessment; detailed post-earthquake evaluations; and post-earthquake repair. Read the entire page →
From page 78... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-21 Information Tools to Improve PostEarthquake Prioritization of Bridge Inspections WSDOT tools and procedures to estimate the likelihood of slight (or greater) Read the entire page →
From page 79... ... A-22 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation Recommended Postearthquake Evaluation and Repair Criteria for Welded Steel Moment-Frame Buildings (FEMA 352) This report provides recommendations for performing inspections to detect damage in steel moment-frame buildings following an earthquake; evaluating the damaged buildings' safety in a postearthquake environment; and repairing damaged buildings. Read the entire page →
From page 80... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-23 Transportation Mitigation Strategies Strategies Recovery Phases Short- Term Mid- Term Long- Term Increase Capacity on Existing Lanes Operate Contraflow Lanes Utilize Reversible Lanes Restrict Lanes for HOV or BAT Provide HOV Bypass at Bottlenecks Utilize the Shoulder of a Roadway as an Additional Traffic Lane Eliminate/Restrict On-Street Parking Reduce Lane Widths to Accommodate Additional Lanes Ramp Metering Increase Transit Service Increase Ferry Service Improve Transportation Incident Management Implement Traffic Management Technology Change Signal Timing to Accommodate Changed Travel Patterns Reprioritize Current Transportation Projects Divert or Redirect Traffic Revise Transit Routes Construct Bypass Roadway Close Selected Freeway On/Off Ramps Relocate Ferry Service Manage Truck Usage Designate Emergency Responder Routes Convert Non-Motorized Trails to Restricted Use Demand Management Telecommuting Staggered Work Shifts Compressed Work Week Passenger-Only Ferry Service Congestion Pricing Vanpool/Carpool Incentives Additional Park-and-Ride Lots Increase Bicycle Usage HOV Designation Source: Adapted from Puget Sound Recovery Annex, 2011 Read the entire page →
From page 81... ... A-24 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation Sample Temporary Bridge Request Form Temporary bridge material is kept in locations around the state of Vermont, and policy addresses requirements for emergency use and establishes limits on the duration of use to ensure that the temporary bridges do not become long-term solutions, limiting their availability for future emergencies. Vermont's Request Form for temporary bridge facilities is provided herein. Read the entire page →
From page 82... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-25 Source: Vermont Department of Transportation Read the entire page →
From page 83... ... A-26 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation High-Level Decision Flowchart: Prefabricated Bridge Source: FHWA Accelerating Technology: Prefabricated Bridge Elements and Systems Read the entire page →
From page 84... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-27 Questions for High-Level Decision on Whether Pre-Fabricated Bridge Should Be Used Questions Yes Maybe No Does the bridge have high average daily traffic (ADT) Read the entire page →
From page 85... ... A-28 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation and planned in advance. An incident involving chemical, biological, or radiological (CBR) Read the entire page →
From page 86... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-29 Incident Waste Assessment & Tonnage Estimator (I-WASTE) Read the entire page →
From page 87... ... A-30 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation Coordinate with schools, daycare centers, hospitals, etc., in proper precautions and emergency actions prior to a transportation chemical spill or accident. Obtain transportation information from DMV or other state agencies regarding the number of trucks passing through in a 24-hour time period, thus calculating your risk potential. Read the entire page →
From page 88... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-31 o State o Local elected officials o County/City /Town Managers o Others requiring or requesting reports Coordinate recovery organizations including federal and state agencies and private or volunteer relief organizations. Read the entire page →
From page 89... ... A-32 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation effectiveness of existing methodologies for detection and containment, site decontamination, and waste disposal is being assessed by the EPA. Transportation Emergency Preparedness Program Authors: Department of Energy Date Published: 2005 http://www.em.doe.gov/Transportation/TEPP_Home.aspx The Transportation Emergency Preparedness Program (TEPP) Read the entire page →
From page 90... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-33 How CHEMTREC can help emergency responders better prepare for emergencies through the drill/exercise program. Read the entire page →
From page 91... ... A-34 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation The publication contains sections on performance-based repair design, repair technologies, categories of repair, and nonstructural considerations. The last section includes repair guides, which provide outline specifications for typical repair procedures. Read the entire page →
From page 92... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-35 The Caltrans Design-Build Demonstration Program website provides various documents developed to implement design-build. Read the entire page →
From page 93... ... A-36 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation Goal Development Process Flowchart Source: FWHA Construction, Performance Contracting for Construction Read the entire page →
From page 94... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-37 Guidance and Resources NCHRP Web Document 38: Quality-Based Performance Rating of Contractors for Prequalification and Bidding Purposes Authors: Minchen, R Read the entire page →
From page 95... ... A-38 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation Contract Administration Core Curriculum Participant's Manual and Reference Guide Authors: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Date Published: 2010 http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/programadmin/contracts/coretoc.cfm This course has been prepared by the FHWA Contract Administration Group and is designed to discuss contract provisions, administrative procedures, and applicable policies related to federal-aid design and construction contracts. Read the entire page →
From page 96... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-39 NCHRP Report 561: Best-Value Procurement Methods for Highway Construction Projects Authors: Scott, III, S.; K Read the entire page →
From page 97... ... A-40 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation summarize the state of practice in selecting ACMs. The report also examines factors associated with selecting one type of alternative contracting technique over another and the concerns of state transportation agencies with regard to implementation, effectiveness, and impact. Read the entire page →
From page 98... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-41 Design-Build (D/B) Read the entire page →
From page 99... ... A-42 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation What is the location and minimum number of static or statnamic load tests, based on project site variability required to justify increasing the design resistance factor for both piles and drilled shafts. Should partial height walls such as toe walls or perched walls be allowed? Read the entire page →
From page 100... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-43 Are utility attachments required on the bridge? Read the entire page →
From page 101... ... A-44 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation Is there a minor bridge widening spanning a navigable waterway that requires Vessel Collision design? Unusual structures located in marine environments may require concrete admixtures and/or other measures to enhance durability. Read the entire page →
From page 102... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-45 If a concept master plan is included, will an alternative plan be allowed if the D/B Team provides a traffic analysis showing that the level of service, operational capacity, and safety are equal to or better than the concept? Read the entire page →
From page 103... ... A-46 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation Construction Projects Incorporating Experimental Features Authors: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/programadmin/contracts/expermnt.cfm This section of the FHWA website is formatted as a series of questions about the Experimental Features program. Read the entire page →
From page 104... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-47 CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES: BRIDGES Tools/Resources Accelerated Bridge Construction Technologies This portion of the Federal Highway Administration's website contains reports and presentations including bridge construction cost studies, bridge lifting, bridge removal, and technology innovations. Read the entire page →
From page 105... ... A-48 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES: BUILDINGS Tools/Resources Resources for Commercial Builders for Disaster Recovery This Department of Energy web link contains brief descriptions and links for commercial builders to learn more about national and regional resources, disaster preparedness, flood and mold cleanup, tools and training, and building design. These resources support the application of energy-efficient, cost-effective, and durable rebuilding strategies. Read the entire page →
From page 106... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-49 CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES: HIGHWAYS Tools/Resources CA4PRS (Construction Alternatives for Pavement Rehabilitation Strategies) Read the entire page →
From page 107... ... A-50 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND DELIVERY Project management and delivery describes the relationships and contractual obligations among the owner, designer, and contractor for a construction project. The project delivery process may include planning, budgeting, environmental analysis, design, and construction. Read the entire page →
From page 108... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-51 • Public Involvement and Governmental Entities Coordination Plan; and • Baseline Assessment of Resources and Coordinated Cumulative Effects Analysis Approach. Read the entire page →
From page 109... ... A-52 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation information about the design-build project delivery method and a collection of designbuild procurement and contracting practices. ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE AND MANAGEMENT Checklist, Worksheets, and Toolkits Programmatic Agreement Toolkit http://environment.transportation.org/documents/programmatic_agreement_toolkit/index .html To assist state DOTs in their environmental streamlining, the AASHTO Center for Environmental Excellence created this toolkit on developing programmatic agreements. Read the entire page →
From page 110... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-53 AASHTO's Center for Environmental Excellence (Center) Read the entire page →
From page 111... ... A-54 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation This Multi-Jurisdictional Mutual Aid Agreement draft is provided as a sample. Jurisdictions should add or delete items as needed to comply with local laws and procedures. Read the entire page →
From page 112... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-55 Authors: Governor's Office of Emergency Services Cities of Oakland, San Francisco, and San Jose Counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Solano, and Sonoma Date Published: March 2008 http://www.sfdem.org/ftp/uploadedfiles/DEM/PlansReports/RecoveryAnnex.pdf The State of California Governor's Office of Emergency Services and its local government partners developed the Bay Area Regional Emergency Coordination Plan to provide a framework for collaboration and coordination during regional events. Read the entire page →
From page 113... ... A-56 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation • Minimizing the loss of FEMA disaster assistance program funds, • Maximizing financial recovery, and • Preventing fraud, waste, and abuse of disaster funds. Guidance and Resources Repairing and Reconstructing Disaster-Damaged Roads and Bridges: The Role of Federal-Aid Highway Assistance Authors: Congressional Research Service/Robert S Read the entire page →
From page 114... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-57 Emergency Relief Manual (Federal-Aid Highways) Read the entire page →
From page 115... ... A-58 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act of 1974. These funds were awarded to states on a competitive, case-by-case basis. Read the entire page →
From page 116... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-59 http://hazardmitigation.calema.ca.gov/docs/FY11_HMA_Unified_Guidance.pdf Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) Read the entire page →
From page 117... ... A-60 A Pre-Event Recovery Planning Guide for Transportation CONTACTS Website Link FEMA Regional Contacts http://www.fema.gov/about/contact/regions.shtm State Emergency Mgt Office Contacts http://www.dot.gov/disaster_recovery/State_Emergency_Manag ement_Office_Contacts.pdf FWHA RETCO_RETREP http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/keyfield/dotreg.htm FHWA Field Services Directory https://fhwaapps.fhwa.dot.gov/foisp/keyfield.jsp DHS Protective Security Advisors http://www.dhs.gov/files/programs/gc_1265310793722.shtm MPO Directory http://www.ampo.org/directory/index.php Local Emergency Planning Committees Database of Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs) can be searched by state, name, or zip code. Read the entire page →
From page 118... ... Appendix A: Tools and Resources Compiled by NCHRP Project 20-59(33) Research Team A-61 NIMS Integration Center http://training.fema.gov/NIMS The National Incident Management System (NIMS) Read the entire page →

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... A-1 APPENDIX A: TOOLS AND RESOURCES COMPILED BY NCHRP PROJECT 20-59(33) RESEARCH TEAM This appendix provides a listing of tools and resources that can assist in both the preevent planning for recovery and for post-event recovery.