N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 16 § 1001.18

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 50, December 11, 2024

Section 1001.18 - Exhibit 18: safety and security

Exhibit 18 shall contain:

(a) A preliminary plan for site security of the proposed facility during construction of such facility, including site plans and descriptions of the following site security features:

(1) access controls including fences, gates, bollards and other structural limitations;

(2) electronic security and surveillance facilities;

(3) security lighting, including specifications for lighting and controls to address work-site safety requirements and to avoid off-site light trespass; and

(4) setback considerations for facility components which may present hazards to public safety.

(b) A preliminary plan for site security of the proposed facility during operation of such facility, including site plans and descriptions of the following site security features:

(1) access controls including fences, gates, bollards and other structural limitations;

(2) electronic security and surveillance facilities;

(3) security lighting, including specifications for lighting and controls to address work-site safety requirements and to avoid off-site light trespass;

(4) lighting of facility components to ensure aircraft safety;

(5) setback considerations for facility components which may present hazards to public safety; and

(6) a description of a cyber security program for the protection of digital computer and communication systems and networks that support the facility demonstrating compliance with current standards issued by a standards setting body generally recognized in the information technology industry, including, but not limited to, the Federal Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, or the International Organization for Standardization, and providing for periodic validation of compliance with the applicable standard by an independent auditor.

(c) A preliminary safety response plan to ensure the safety and security of the local community, including:

(1) an identification of contingencies that would constitute a safety or security emergency;

(2) emergency response measures by contingency;

(3) evacuation control measures by contingency; and

(4) community notification procedures by contingency.

(d) A statement that the applicant has provided a copy of the plans required in subdivisions (a), (b), and (c) of this section to, and requested review of such plans and comment by, the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services.

(e) If the facility is to be located within any part of a city with a population over one million, a statement that the applicant has provided a copy of the plans required in subdivisions (a), (b), and (c) of this section to, and requested review of such plans and comment by, the local office of emergency management.

(f) A description of all on-site equipment and systems to be provided to prevent or handle fire emergencies and hazardous substance incidents.

(g) A description of all contingency plans to be implemented in response to the occurrence of a fire emergency or a hazardous substance incident.

(h) A statement that the applicant has provided a copy of the plans required in subdivision (c) of this section to, and requested review of such plans and comment by, local emergency first responders serving the area of the facility site, and a review of any responses received.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 16 § 1001.18