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Front Cover. The Magnetic Field Surrounding the Tarantula Nebula SOFIA 154 µm intensity (gray) and magnetic field direction (striations) superposed on an ESO/HAWK Y (1.021 µm; blue) and Ks (2.146 µm; red) image of 30 Doradus (the Tarantula Nebula). This low-metallicity, high-luminosity cluster is an excellent analog for a typical star-forming region in the early Universe. These data, along with polarization maps at 3 additional wavelengths, were immediately made available to the community as a Director’s Discretionary Time observation (taken in July 2018).
Find out more on SOFIA science from our New Zealand flights at:https://www.sofia.usra.edu/multimedia/science-results-archive/new-zealand-science-summaries
New Zealand Science Summaries | SOFIA Science Centerwww.sofia.usra.edu
NASA’s Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA) deploys to Christchurch, New Zealand, during the southern hemisphere’s
winter months to take advantage of the long nights and especially cold, dry conditions in the stratosphere. Flying from Christchurch enables the
observatory to study celestial objects not visible from SOFIA’s northern hemisphere base.
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Preface
2019 will be the sixth mission deployment of SOFIA to Christchurch, New Zealand. On July 20, 2019, there are two significant anniversaries in milestones of human exploration which will celebrated across New Zealand.
1. The100thanniversaryofthebirthofSirEdmundHillary,thefirst man to reach the summit of Mt. Everest.
2. The50thanniversaryofthefirsthumanlandingonthemoon, NASA’s Apollo 11.
Someotherinterestinganniversariesin2019:
- FirstflightoftheBoeing747(1969).
- FoundingofUSRA(1969).
- ReleaseoffirstLedZeppelinalbum(1969).
- Woodstock(1969).
- FoundingofArmstrongFlightResearchCenter(1949).
- D-DayInvasionofNormandy(1944).
- FoundingofAmesResearchCenter(1939).
- FoundingofGEAviation(1919).
- FirstcircumnavigationoftheGlobe(1519).
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1. Mission Schedule ........................................................................... 1
2. Arrival & Immigration - NZ ....................................................... 3
3. Airport Access & Flight Line Operations4 ..................... 5
4. US Antarctic Center Facilities .............................................. 7Building 52 ......................................................................................7Building 46 ......................................................................................8Parking ............................................................................................9Power .............................................................................................10
5. Contact List ..................................................................................... 11
6. Communication ............................................................................. 12In Case of Emergency ..................................................................12Medical Process ................................................................................ 12Mission Briefings...........................................................................12Phones/Calling in New Zealand ...................................................12Text Messaging .............................................................................12IT ...................................................................................................13
7. Medical & Health..................................................................... 14
8. Ground Transportation ......................................................... 16
9. Money/Currency Exchange ................................................. 17
10. Hotels ............................................................................................ 18
11. Restaurants ................................................................................ 23
12. Grocery Stores/Laundry ...................................................... 26
13. Things to do - the Local Area ........................................... 27
14. Weather ......................................................................................28
15. Emergency Information and Instructions ..................29
Appendix A: NZ Visa Application Process ........................................37 Appendix B: Flightline Access Approval Letter ..................................39
Appendix C: Driving in New Zealand ..................................................41
Table of Contents
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1. Mission Schedule
KPMD(Zulu-7)PHNL(Zulu-10)NZCH(Zulu+12)
Transit Schedule
Palmdale to Christchurch (May 29)Everyonethatwillbeflyingontheaircraftwillneedtoarrive at 7:00 pm with their baggage. SOFIA is scheduled to arrive in Christchurchat11:30amlocaltime.Theaircraftwillarriveintothemain terminal in the Christchurch International Airport and use the jetbridgeforexitingtheaircraft.
KPMD-PHNL (4 hr) - NZCH (Ferry, no Science)
Depart KPMD 2100L/0400Z - May 29th Arrive PHNL 2315L/0915Z - May 29th Depart PHNL 0330L/1330Z - May 30th Arrive NZCH 1130L/2330Z - May 31st
Christchurch to Palmdale ArrivaltimeintoPalmdaleis12:00pmlocaltimeonJuly29th.PriortoarrivalinPalmdale,wewillarriveinHNLtoclearCustoms..
NZCH-PHNL (3hr) - KPMD (Ferry, no Science)
Depart NZCH 1330L/0130-1Z - July 29th Arrive PHNL 0100L/1100+1Z
Depart PHNL 0400L/1400Z
Arrive KPMD 1200L/1900Z - July 29th
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Operations Schedule
1. Mission Schedule
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Arrival & Immigration - NZ
IfyouareflyingonSOFIA,NewZealandpassengerarrivalcardswillbeavailable on board. The process for arrivals and departures onboard SOFIA isstraightforward;SOFIAwillarriveattheInternationalTerminal,everyoneonboardwillexittheaircraftviatheairbridgeinthesamemannerasacommercialflight.Everyonemustclearcustomsinthesamemannerasifflyingintothecountrycommercially.LuggagewillbeunloadedbySOFIApersonnelandsenttoadesignatedcarouselinthebaggageclaimarea.OnlyteammembersflyingonSOFIAareallowedtohavepersonalbaggageontheaircraft(i.e.,nounaccompaniedbaggage).
NewZealandisVERYparticularregardingdeclarationofincominggoodsandagriculturalproducts.Sportingandrecreationalequipment,especiallyfootwear, must be spotlessly clean, with no indication of soil or other debris. Youcanbefinedonthespot,andcanhaveyourgoodsconfiscated,ifyoufailto comply.
Formoreinformation,seeNewZealandMinistryforPrimaryIndustries:https://www.mpi.govt.nz/travel-and-recreation/arriving-in-new-zealand
Thisyear,allpersonnelwillberequiredtoobtainworkvisaspriortotheirarrival in NZ. See Appendix A for instructions on how to apply. These visas willbevalidforthree(3)years.
ForthosepersonneltravelingtoNewZealandbycommercialairandreturningonSOFIA,NASAwillprovidea“one-way”immigrationletter,whichwouldallowaone-waycommercialairticketentry(orexit)tothecountry.
Thisyear,SOFIAwillnotbeprovidingaseparateluggageshipment.Travelerscanbereimbursedforexcessbaggagefeesasatravelexpense.ForthosetravelingonSOFIA,youareallowedtwobagsupto75lbseach,plusapersonal/computerbag.
2. Arrival & Immigration - NZ
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Outside Area and Access
ItismandatorytohaveaNASAbadge.Thisisyouraccesstoworkandyouwillnotbeallowedaccesstothefacilitiesorflightlinewithoutit.OrchardRoadandtherampdividetheUSAPoutsideareaandarefullygatedwithaccessprovidedbyguardsatgate3.Forouroperations,thereisonlyoneguardshackstaffedaroundtheclock.Foraccesstothelockedsecurity-codedgates,wewillgetapasscode.TheguardswillhavealistofdeploymentstaffandwillaccepttheNASAbadgesfromCivilServants,Contractors,DLR,DSI,andtheinstrumentteammembers.Thereisalsoacryogenstoragehere,aswellasrentalcarparking.(Seep.6.)
Buildings
Therearetwobuildingsthatwewillhaveaccessto,Building52andBuilding46(seemappage6).Therewehavespaceforoffices,labs,andmeetingrooms.ThereisalsoalargemeetingroomattheUSAPBuildingthatcanbeusedforcrewbriefsandall-handsmeetings.ThroughoutthefacilitiesthereareU.S.-styleoutlets,someare117V50Hzandsomeare117V60Hz.Thenetworkconnectivityconsistsofa100MbpsdatapipesuppliedbyNewZealandTelecom,andwewillhavesecurewirelesswithinbuildings46and52.
Ramp AccessThereisagatethatseparatestheUSAPfacilitiesfromtheairportramp.Togainaccess,weneedourbadgesandareflectivesafetyvest.
YouMUST be wearing a reflective vest at all times while on the flight line.
Do not wander around on the ramp. You should be on the ramp only to go directly to and from the aircraft. Cross to the aircraft from B-46, the shortest, direct route.
No bicycles are allowed on the ramp. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the ramp.
PleasefamiliarizeyourselfwiththeFlightlineAccessApprovalletterinAppendixB.
Pleaseusehearingprotectionwhileontherampandaroundtheaircraftasappropriate.
Rules governing access are:
1. SOFIACrewmustdisplaytheirpersonalNASAIDcardsatalltimeswhenenteringtheAntarcticProgramoperationalareasandtarmacareasoftheaerodrome.
2. SOFIACrewmustnotmoveintoorwalkthroughtheSecurityEnhancedAreaofanyotherbuilding,tarmacarea,orsterileareaofChristchurchInternationalAirport,unlessfully escorted at all times by a full airport identity card holder, and only then for the purposeoftheirspecificwork.
There are three areas that we will be using while in Christchurch. They are: (1) the outsidearea that is fenced-off property of the US Antarctic (USAP) program, (2) the buildings inside this area (Buildings 46 and 52), and (3) the ramp area.
3. Airport Access & Flight Line Operations
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Vehicle Access to the Antarctic RampWhileSOFIApersonnelareexemptfromtheairport’sdrivertrainingandlicensingprogram,thereareimposedlimitstovehicleoperationsontherampbySOFIApersonnel,asfollows:
•Onlypersonnelwhoholdanequivalent,andcurrent,airsidedriverstatusattheirhomebaseairfieldarepermittedtodriveontheramp.
•BeforeanySOFIAparticipantcanoperateavehicleontheramp,theymustcompletetrainingprovidedviatheUSAPMissionManager’soffice.
•Rentalvehiclesarenotpermittedontheramp.
Air Cargo Yard AccessAccesstotheAirCargoYard(ACY)islimitedtoSOFIApersonnelcollectingordeliveringcargooraccessingequipment/cryogensstoredinthefacility.AuthorizedpersonnelmayentertheACYviathesidegate(behindtheGuardPort-a-Com)orviaGate1OrchardRoad.Hi-Vizvestsmustbewornatalltimes,andpersonnelmustbeawarethatheavyequipmentmaybeoperatingatanytime.
Visitors
AllvisitorsmustbeinpossessionofaphotoIDandmustentertheUSAPfacilityviaGate3.AmemberoftheSOFIAdeploymentmustaccompanyvisitorsatalltimes.AircraftToursoranyvisitbeyondtheboundsoftheUSAPfacility(e.g.,ontotheramp)mustbecoordinatedwiththeMissionManagementofficeandPublicAffairsinadvance.
NovisitorsfromDesignatedCountriesareallowed.
Cold Weather OperationsDeicingfluidsareprohibitedfromuseonSOFIA.SOFIA + SNOW = NO GO
BasedonaccountsfromtheUSAPstaff,anysnowthataccumulatesmeltsawaybytheafternoon.Theairportdoesnothavesnowremovalequipment,soifaheavysnowfalloccurs,theywillclosetheairfield.
Note:Thecabinaircrafttemperaturemustremainat5°C(41°F)orabove,andneedstobeheatedabovetheDewPointduringSIswaps.
3. WecanonlyenterthesecurityareaoftheaerodromeviaTheAntarcticProgram’sgateandhangarforthepurposesofourdutiesasoutlinedinNZCivilAviationRule(CAR)Part19.357.
3. Airport Access & Flightline Operations
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All NASA badged personnel require escorts prior to
entering the taxiway(beyond dashed line)
CHC Airport Map3. Airport Access & Flightline Operations
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Building 52
Mission Operations Conf. Room
RAMP
A
B
HI
GFE
PD
CDSI
Equipment &
Work Area SI Equipment & Work Area
DSI CONEX #1 DSI CONEX #2
4. U. S. Antarctic Center Facilities
Building 52
A Mission ManagersB Flight CrewC SI Lab D M + EE MOPS
F Project Science + VIPsG PAOH IT + SILI SI Teams – GREAT, FORCAST, HAWC+, GOsP Printer
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RAMP
D
A
CB
Aircraft Equipment
Building 46 Hangar
SOFIA, Christchurch, New Zealand • JUNE 2015
A Ops Engr + LogisticsB Maintenance & AvionicsC ITD Mission Systems, Quality, & SafetyP Printer
P
4. U.S. Antactic Center Facilities
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ParkingPleasenoteavailableparkingareasattheAntarcticCenter.Everybodyparkingintheprimary and secondary areas must enter throughthesecuritygate.Togettotheprimaryparkingarea,makeanimmediateleftturntothemarkedzones.Togettothesecondaryarea,makearightturnaroundthesecuritybuilding.Onlyafewcarscanfitintothesecondaryparkingarea.Ifyouparkacross the street, you must park in as space marked“USAPONLY”(seephoto).
DO NOT park in front of dumpsters, doors, or the fueling area next to the ramp entry gate by Bldg-52.
Primary Parking–entersecuritygate,turnleft,andparknearbuilding52.Secondary Parking – enter securitygate,turnright,andparkinsidealongthesecurityfencebut not on the concrete slab. Overflow Parking – park only inU.S.AntarcticProgramspots.
4. U.S. Antactic Center Facilities
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PowerTheUSAPfacilitiesuseU.S.-styleelectricaloutlets,andprovide117volts,50Hz&60Hzunconditionedpower.ScienceteamsmaywanttoconsiderbringingtheirownpowerconditionersandUPSsasappropriate.
Inotherplaces,electricalplugssupply230volts,50Hz,andtheyuseanangledtwo-pinorthree-pinplug,thesameasinAustralia(seephoto).Notethattheoutletsaretypically switched off, and must be manually turned on.
4. U.S. Antactic Center Facilities
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NAME POSITION AFFILIATION EMAIL CELL PH NOTES
Contact List
5. Contact List
Michael Toberman Mission Manager/IRC NASA AFRC [email protected] 661-810-6982 May 26 - June 24
Ed Harmon Mission Manager/IRC NASA ARC [email protected] 650-495-5514 May 26 - June 15
Mike Thomson Mission Manager/IRC NASA AFRC [email protected] 661-810-8150 June 15 - July 8
Mike Gaunce Mission Manager/IRC NASA ARC [email protected] 650-796-0433 June 24 - July 30
Dave McAllister Mission Manager/IRC/ NASA AFRC [email protected] 650-805-4876 July 7 - July 30
Jerry Dobbins Crew Chief NASA AFRC [email protected] 661-510-6916
Susan Marshall Logistics & Shipping Kay & Assoc. [email protected] 760-784-0727
Nancy McKown Mission Director, USRA [email protected] 650-714-1886
Charlie Kaminski Mission Director Mgr USRA [email protected] 650-933-3365
Shannon Watters TO Mgr USRA [email protected] 808-463-4348
John E. Wong USRA Deployment USRA [email protected] 650-282-0855
Murali Kandlagunta USRA MandE Mgr USRA [email protected] 650-224-1781
Nick Veronico Public Affairs USRA [email protected] 650-224-8726 July 14 - July 22
Abe Cheng IT Specialist USRA [email protected] 650-861-4956
Marcus Martinez IT Specialist USRA [email protected] 818-472-0977
Rafael Ko IT Specialist - ACES ACES [email protected] 650-279-8728
Thomas Keilig Managing Director DSI [email protected] 650-695-4118
Michael Huetwohl Head of DSI Palmdale DSI [email protected] 650-450-1161
Holger Jakob TA Software Control DSI [email protected] 661-202-5515
Marco Lentini TA Maintenance Lead DSI [email protected] 661-202-9126
Oliver Zeile DSI Telescope Engr DSI [email protected] 661-225-7804
Pgm Ops
MOPS
Engr
Lead
Coordinator
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Emergency InformationIn case of an emergency in New Zealand dial 1-1-1 (cell phone).Dial 1-111 from the office.Report any emergencies in which you are involved to your NASA/Contractor on-site lead. Refer to section 15.
Mission BriefingsWeplantooperatenominallyinNZ.Wewillhavepreflightbriefingsbeforeeveryflightandonlyholdpostflightbriefingsifasituationwarrantsone.PreflightbriefingswillbeheldinBuilding52MissionOpsConferenceRoom(seep.7).Dailytimelineswillbepublishedanddelivered to the team via email.
Dedicated Phone LinesTherewillbeadedicatedVOIP(Ooma)phonesinbothbuildings,plustheconferenceroom,andthePilot/NavigatorAreainBldg.52,whereyoucancallbacktotheUnitedStateswithoutincurringlongdistancecharges.
Calling in New Zealand TocallNewZealandfromaU.S.cellphonedial: 011 + 64 + single digit area code + 7 digit phone number TocallNewZealandfromaNewZealandcellphonedial: 02 + single digit area code + 7 digit phone number TocallNewZealandfromaNewZealandlandlinedial: 0 + single digit area code + 7 digit phone number (ThecitycodeforChristchurchis“3”.)
Text MessagingWewillhaveanSMSmasstextcapabilityagainthisyear.Importantmissionchangeswillbesent to all cell phones with updated information.
Communications
6. Communication
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IT•Securewirelessaccesspointshavebeenplacedaroundbuildings46&52togivesuf-ficientcoverage.Ournetworkconnectivityconsistsofa100Mbpsdatapipesuppliedby New Zealand Telecom.
WirelessSSID: SOFIA WIRELESS
WirelessPassword: ___________________
•Therewillbetwomultifunctionprinters,oneineachbuilding.(Seemaponpages7-8forexactlocations.)
IP ADDRESS SPACE
192.168.31.248 Bldg46Maintoffice MultiFunction
192.168.31.249 Bldg52SI-TeamsofficeMultiFunction
6. Communication Plans
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7. Medical & Health
Medical ProcessWhileattheairport,fornon-emergencysituations,medicalservicesrequireareferralfornon-lifethreateningemergencies.Inthesesituations,wecanmeetwiththeon-sitenursewhocanthenreferanindividualtoamedicalfacility.(LeeannStringer,Cell#:+64274714282).PleaserefertoSection15foradditionalinformation.
Hospitals Christchurch Hospital
RiccartonAvenue(approximately5.5milesfromtheairport) Hason-sitepharmacy(Parkside).
http://www.cdhb.health.nz/Hospitals-Services/hospitals/Christchurch-Hospital
Forageneralpractice&urgentcareclinic:MoorhouseMedicalCentre,3PilgrimPlace,Christchurch.Phone:+6433657900.Costpervisitis$110-$140NZD,andtheyhaveapharmacyonsite.Open8am-8pm,7daysaweek.
http://www.moorhousemedical.co.nz.
Pharmacies
Taking Care of Yourself and OthersBeinginadifferentlocalenvironment,adjustingtotimechanges,andbeingincloseworkingquarterswithpeople,increasesthechanceyoumaygetsick.Colds,flus,andotherupperrespiratoryinfectionsarecommonduringthewintermonths.Youneedtotakecareofyourselfsothatyouorothersdon’tgetill,anadditionalburdentogettingyourjobdone.GenerousandfrequentuseofhandsanitizerisSTRONGLYRECOMMENDED.
Unichem Spitfire Square Pharmacy (closest to airport)
14/544MemorialAveMon-Sat,9-6,Sun10-5+643-3586266
Urgent Pharmacy(near downtown)931ColomboStreetMon-Sun, 9am - 11pm+643-3664439
Unichem Cashel Pharmacy111 Cashel Street, Central CityMon-Fri8am-6pmSat 9am-5pmSun 10am-5pm+6435951289
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Other good health practices:
•Coveryourmouthandnosewhenyousneeze/cough.
•Washhandsfrequently(andusehandsanitizer).
•Getplentyofsleep.Sleepdeprivationisinterpretedbythebodyasastress,andinresponsethebodykicksoutcatecholamines(acutestresshormones)andglucocorticoids(chronicstresshormones),thelatterofwhichdramaticallysuppresstheimmunesystemandone’sabilitytofightviralattack.
•Getplentyof(non-alcoholic)fluids.Lymphocytesandothercellsoftheimmunesystemmustmigratethroughawetmembraneenvironmenttorespondtoviralmarkers;whenoneisdehydrated,thecellsdonotmigrateaswell.
•Useofdecongestantsandantihistamines(especiallynon-sedatingantihistamines)canbehelpfulinreducingsymptomslikecoughingandsneezing,andcanreducethe transmission of viruses.
Flu Shots
AlimitednumberofflushotswillbeavailablefromaUSAP-providedphysicianuponarrival.
Itisrecommendedtohaveasouthernhemisphereinfluenzavaccinedose,evenif you have had a northern hemisphere vaccine just before arrival in NZ. People shouldallowupto2weekstorespondtotheinfluenzastrainsintheirsouthernhemispherevaccine.Notethatsomevaccinesareproducedusingeggproducts;ifyouareallergictoeggs,youshouldinformthemedicalfolkstherebeforegettingthe shot.
Inaddition,therearevaccinatingpharmaciesinChristchurch,wheretheinfluenzavaccinecanbepurchased.The“Influenza”websiteforhealthprofessionals,www.influenza.org.nz,hasalistofparticipatingpharmacies.
Additional info:http://www.who.int/influenza/vaccines/virus/recommendations/2019_south/en/
Employee Assistance Program
BothAFRCandARChaveEmployeeAssistancePrograms,whichareavailabletocivilservants, contractors, and their families, even while on deployment. Services are free &confidential.
NASAprovidesanAgency-wide,24-hourEAPservicetoallcivilservantandcontractoremployees.Ifyouneedtospeakwithamentalhealthcounselorduringnon-businesshours,call(888)728-1404.
Center Contact: AFRC: Ashley Prueitt, (661) 276-2034 [email protected]
ARC: CONCERN-EAP (800) 344-4222 www.concern-eap.com
7. Medical & Health
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Regularbusservice(Metro)connectstheairporttothecitycenterandotherlocationsinChristchurch.Therearethreebuslinesthatgototheairport:Purple,29,and125.Route125 also passes the Antarctic Center.
Youcanbuyyourticketsfromthedriver.Ticketstotheairportcost$8.50NZD(about$6USD)onewayor$15return.Bothbusesdepartfromoutsidethefarendoftheinterna-tional arrivals terminal. However, if you catch the bus from Memorial Drive or the Antarctic Center,thecashfareislessthanhalffromtheairportterminal($4).A‘Metrocard’isalsoavailable, which is a stored-cash value card, and can be used on any bus or ferry in the Christchurcharea.Aone-wayfareusingtheMetrocardis$2.55.
8. Ground Transportation
Themainbustermimal(Interchange)islocateddowntownatthecornerofLichfieldandColombostreets.
Website:www.metroinfo.co.nz Phone:+64 03 366 8855
Rental CarsSNAP is the preferredrentalprovider.Theirrateis$23USD/day,includingfullcoverageinsurance.
Snap Rentals Limited 578WairakeiRoad|Harewood|Christchurch|8053|NewZealand
Mobile: +64 21 827 781 Reservations:0800 288 699 Web:www.snaprentals.co.nz
Email:[email protected]
Ride SharingUberisavailableinChristchurch,plusZoomy(NZ)andOla(India).
Buses
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Currency Exchange
1.00 USD = 1.50 NZD as of 4/29/19
ATMs/Credit cardsATMs are plentiful at the airport and around the city. Using a bank ATM to get cash will usually get you the best exchange rate between USD and NZD. Currency exchanges have worse rates and charge commissions, and are therefore a less desirable way to get local cash. Note: some card readers may not accept the new “smart” credit or debit cards without the gold chip.
Major U.S. cards are readily accepted. You may want to get and use a credit card that does not charge “International Transaction Fees”, typically 1%.
It is also a good idea to notify your credit card company of the dates and location of your travel. You may want to notify your bank for your debit card usage as well.
BanksBanks are typically open M-F 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Major banks are ANZ, Kiwibank, BNZ, and Westpac. ANZ, ASB, and BNZ have ATMs in the airport terminal.
TippingTipping is not customary or required in New Zealand. For great service, you may want to give a nominal gratuity (<10%).
9. Money/Currency Exchange
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1. Airport Gateway Motor LodgeDESCRIPTION:
Located two kilometers from Christchurch Airport and a10 minute drivefromthecity,theAirportGatewayisclosetonotone,butsixgolfcoursesandavarietyofsportsfacilities.Themotorlodgeprovides modern accommodations for business or pleasure, and has a selection of self-contained one and two bedroom apartments, studios, and executive suites.
2. Best Western Fino
DESCRIPTION:
Fully-equipped1and2BRsuites,withlaundry,48”HDTV,freeultrahighspeedinternet.On-siteparking,PlatterRestaurantopenforbreakfast7:00-10:30amdaily.One-halfblockfromVictoriaStreetrestaurants,andtwo blocks from city center..
CONTACT: Tel:+6433587093IFax:+6433583654http://www.airportgateay.co.nz/
CONTACT:Tel:+6435500501Ihttp://fino.nz
LOCATION: 45RoydvaleAvenue,Christchurch8005
LOCATION: 87KilmoreSt,Christchurch8013
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3. Chateau on the Park - Doubletree DESCRIPTION:
A 5-acreproperty2.9kmfromthecity,nearBotanicGardensandRiccartonMall.Restaurantonsite,plusheatedpoolandfitnessroom.Roomshaveaminifridge,butnokitchenorlaundry.BecameaHiltonDoubletreepropertyin2016(sotheyhavethewarmcookies).
LOCATION:189DeansAvenue,RiccartonChristchurch8001
CONTACT: Tel:+6433488999IFax:+6433488990http://doubletree3.hilton.com/en/hotels/new-zealand/chateau-on-the-park-christchurch-a-doubletree-by-hilton-CHCNZDI
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CONTACT: Tel:+643-7412800
4. Commodore Airport HotelDESCRIPTION:
The Commodore is close to both the international and domestic airterminals,theAntarcticCentre,severalgolfcourses(RussleyGolfCourseiswithinwalkingdistance)andisnomorethan15minutesfromthecitycenter.LocatedonpicturesqueMemorialAvenueandwithinitsowngardensetting,theCommodoreisagoodplacetorelaxandenjoybeingpampered.Itisapopularvenue for local diners and corporate functions and dinners. Check website for additional information.
CONTACT: Tel:+6433588129IFax:+6433582231http://www.commodore.net.nz/
LOCATION:449MemorialAvenueChristchurch8053
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LOCATION:764ColomboSt,Christchurch8011
5. Crowne PlazaDESCRIPTION:
One of the newest hotels in downtown Christchurch, this business classhotelhaslotsofgreatfeatures;roomsincludefreewifiandparking,in-roomrefrigerator,andthereisanon-sitefitnesscenter.Breakfastbuffetis$15NZD.HigherfloorroomshaveexcellentviewsofChristchurchandCanterburyregion.Hotelwillprovidemicrowaveforstaysof30daysormore.Freeparkingforstaysmorethan14days.
6. Heritage ChristchurchDESCRIPTION:
LocatedintheOldGovernmentBuilding(nationalhistoricsite)in the heart of downtown, hotel has apartment-style rooms, with anon-siterestaurant,healthclub,lappool,Jacuzzi,andsauna.Weeklyparkingfor$100NZDperweek.
CONTACT: Tel:+6439834800IFax:+6433779881http://www.heritagehotels.co.nz/hotels/heritage-christchurch
LOCATION:28-30CathedralSquareChristchurch8011
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7. Pavilions HotelDESCRIPTION:
AttheedgeoftheCentralBusinessDistrict,thismodernhotelis a 12-minute walk from Christchurch Casino and 2 km from theCardboardCathedral.RoomsfeaturelimitedfreeWi-Fi,flat-screens,andteaandcoffeemakers.Studiosaddkitchenettesand/orwhirlpool baths, while 1- and 2-bedroom suites have full kitchens. Roomserviceisavailable24/7;there’snoair-conditioning.There’sacasualrestaurant/barandafitnessroom,aswellasanoutdoorpool,ahottubandcomplimentaryparking.Thehotelalsohasextended-staycottages.
CONTACT: Tel:+643-3555633http://www.pavilionshotel.co.nz/
CONTACT: Tel:+6433601009IFax:(03)3601001Email:[email protected]/ I http://www.clearwatergolf.co.nz/
LOCATION:42PapanuiRd,Merivale,Christchurch8014
LOCATION:Clearwater AvenueNorthwood,Christchurch8051
8. Peppers Clearwater ResortDESCRIPTION:
Much nicer than other airport-hotel options, Clearwater has theadvantageofaruralsituation,nottomentionits18-holeinternationalgolfingresortfacilities--andallforaverypleasingprice.Setamid186hectares(465acres)ofgreenery,golfcourses,andtrout-filledlakes,it’sashortdrivetotheairport.Roomsaremodern, chic, individual, and beautifully cantilevered out over the water.Thehotelroomsandsuitesareagreatvalue,andtheeightlargerterraceapartmentsareperfectforlongstays,sharingwithfriends,orfamilies.Itopenedin2003andconstructiononfuturefacilities--includingaswimmingpoolandhealthspa--arestillunderway.
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10. Hotels
9. Quest Christchurch Apartment HotelDESCRIPTION:
Apartment style accommodationoffersguestsanalternativetotraditional motel or hotel accommodation in the Christchurch region.Onebedroom,twobedroomandthreebedroomapartmentsprovidefullyequippedkitchen,privatelaundryandaspaciouslivingroom.
LOCATION: Cathedral Junction, 113WorcesterStreetChristchurch,8011New Zealand
10. RamadaDESCRIPTION:
Studio apartments with en-suite bathroom, full kitchen and laundry.FreeWifiaccess,SKYTV,onsitecafe,andfreepark-ing.Severalrestaurantsandgrocerystorenearby.
CONTACT:Tel:+6439290267 I Fax:+6433650042http://www.ramadachristchurch.co.nz
LOCATION:264TuamStreetChristchurch8011
CONTACT:Tel:+6432222003 I Fax:+6432222004
http://www.questapartments.co.nz/Accommodation/158/New_Zealand/Christchurch_CBD/Quest_Christchurch/
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Map of Hotels
Best Western Fino
Ramada
Quest Christchurch Apartment Hotel
Crowne Plaza
Heritage Christchurch
Pavilions Hotel
Copthorne Hotel Commodore
Airport GatewayMotor Lodge
Chateau on the Park -
Doubletree
Peppers Clearwater
Resort
ChristchurchInternational
AirportChristchurchInternational
Airport
10. Hotels
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The Antarctic CaféLocatedacrossthestreetfromtheU.S.AntarcticCenter,hassandwiches&bakedgoods,andisopendailyfrom8:00am–5:00pm.ShowyourNASAbadgeforadiscountof20%onfood.http://www.iceberg.co.nz
Café RaewardCaféRaeward,intheRaewardFreshMarket,800HarewoodRd,isopenMonday–Friday,7:00am–4:00pm,Weekends,8:00am–4:00pm.http://raewardfresh.co.nz/cafe.php
Copenhagen409HarewoodRoad,Bishopdale.Greatcoffee,pastries,lunch.Open7:00am-4:30pmdaily.http://www.copenhagenbakery.co.nz
Merrin Street Brewery BarAvonhead Mall, 210 Withells Road,Avonhead.GreatforB,L,orD.Dailyspecials.Open9:30amuntillatedaily.http://www.monteithsmerrin.co.nz/about
Good Thai RestaurantLocatedat166Kendal Ave, off Memorial Ave near the Commodore Hotel, has excellent, fresh Thai food.https://www.facebook.com/GOODTHAI166
Spitfire SquareLocated on Memorial Ave behind the Sudima, has a Subway, as well as Indian, Mexican, Japanese, andaburgerrestaurant.TheCoffeeClubhadgreatbreakfastsandlunches.http://www.christchurchairport.co.nz/en/shop-eat-and-play/spitfire-square/
General advice:ChristchurchhasgreatIndian, Thai, and lamb. Don’twasteyourtimeonMexican;you’llbedisappointed.
NEAR THE AIRPORT
11. Restaurants
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Belgian Beer Cafe Torenhof20DurhamStreetSouth,Sydenham.GreatBelgianbeer and cuisine – casual. Closed Mondays.http://belgianbeercafe.net.nz
Coriander’s Indian Restaurant222 St Asaph St,ChristchurchCentral,Hours:12–2PM,5–10:30PMhttp://corianders.co.nz
Curator’s House7RollestonAvenue,nexttoBotanicGardens.Spanishtapasandpaella,excellentroastedlamb.Open7days/weekforlunch&dinner.http://www.curatorshouse.co.nz
Lotus Heart 363St.AsaphStreet(betweenFitzgerald&Barbadoes).Vegetarian.http://thelotusheart.co.nz
Pomeroy’s Inn292KilmoreSt.British/NZinn,simplebutwell-preparedcomfortfood.http://pomspub.co.nz
Sal’s Authentic New York PizzaA thoroughlycompetentNewYorkStylePizzainthemiddleofthesouthPacific,theonlythingthatwouldmakethismoreauthenticwouldbeDeBlasioeatingsliceinthecornerwithaknifeandfork..146LichfieldSt,Christchurchhttp://www.sals.co.nz/pizzerias.php#store=5
Uncommon262TuamStreet,nexttoRamada.Excellentbreakfastandcoffee.Open7:00am-3:00pmdaily.https://www.facebook.com/uncommonchch/
Venuti791ColomboSt.GoodItalianpizza,pasta,andsteak.ClosedSundays.http://www.venuti.co.nz
Winnie Bagoes153MadrasStreet.Choosefrom20gourmetpizzas,calzones,andgourmetsalads.http://www.winniebagoes.co.nz/
DOWNTOWN
11. Restaurants
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PAPANUI/MERIVALE
RICCARTON
Brazil BBQAgoodchurrascoonrestaurantrowonPapanui.Reservationsrecommended.505PapanuiRd,Papanui,Christchurch8053,NewZealandhttp://www.bbqbrazil.co.nz
Keo Thai RestaurantCarltonCourt13-14/4PapanuiRd.AuthenticEsaanThaicuisine.Openeverydayfrom5:00pm. http://keothai.co.nz
Little India150AikmansRoad.Extensivemenu,NorthIndianstyle,verygoodquality.Open7days,lunch11:30-2:00,dinnerfrom5:00pm.https://www.littleindia.co.nz/christchurch-merivale
Pedro’s House of Lamb (Takeawayonly).17bPapanuiRoad.Peoplesayit’sthebestlambinChristchurch.Openeveryday4:00pm-8:00pm.https://www.pedros.co.nz
Pfuket Thai Restaurant513PapanuiRoad,AuthenticThai,extensivemenu.http://phuketthai.co.nz
Sun Dog DinerCasual, American style diner with an excellent, hearty breakfast menu. Open8:00am–9:00pmTuesdaytoSunday.ClosedMondays.2PapanuiRoad,Merivale,8014https://www.sundogdiner.co.nz/
Tutto Bene192PapanuiRoad,oppositeMerivaleMall.AuthenticandaffordableItalian.http://www.tuttobene.co.nz
Dimitris Greek FoodSmall,familyrunrestaurant,famouswithlocalsasdeliveringsomeofthebestGreekfoodinChristchurch.Open11:00am–8:00pmTuesdaytoSaturday.ClosedSunday,Monday,86RiccartonRoad,Riccarton,8011.https://www.facebook.com/dimitrisgreekfood/
Dux Dine28RiccartonRoad.Freshandlocal,especiallyseafood.GoodNZwinelist.Greatbrunchon the weekends. http://duxdine.co.nz
Fox & Ferret28RotherhamSt,Riccarton.Gastropub&sportsbar.http://www.foxriccarton.co.nz
Nando’s35RiccartonRoad.Afro-Portuguesefood,featuringspicybroiledchicken.Lunchanddinner,7days/week.https://www.nandos.co.nz
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12. Grocery Stores/Laundry
LaundrySelfService: AIRPORT: LiquidSelf-ServiceLaundromat,47CarmenRd.,Hornby. About3misouthoftheairportonRoute1. DOWNTOWN:FigloLaundromat,332GloucesterStreet(atFitzgerald).
1. PAK’nSAVE Northlands NorthlandsShoppingCentre, MainNorthRoad,Christchurch8053 +643-3529872
2. Countdown Moorhouse Central Shopping Centre
347MoorhouseAve,ChristchurchCentral, Christchurch8011 +643-3650276
3. New World Supermarket Northwood 2 Mounter Ave., Northwood, Christchurch8051 +643-3759004
4. Countdown Spitfire Square 530-546AMemorialAvenue, Christchurch8053 (03)3570450 OpeningHours:Mon-Sun:7am-10pm
5. Countdown Church Corner 361RiccartonRd.,UpperRiccarton, Christchurch8041 +643-3483754
6. FreshChoice 189PapanuiRd,Merivale, Christchurch8014 +643-3554432
7. Raeward Fresh 800HarewoodRd,Harewood, Christchurch8051 +643-3592772
8. New World Fendalton 19-23MemorialAvenue, Christchurch8011 +643-3516251
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Information
CHRISTCHURCHNZ
Officialtourismsiteforthelocalregion:https://www.christchurchnz.com/new-zealand/
Tofindlocalevents:
https://findchch.com
https://ccc.govt.nz/news-and-events/whats-on
Christchurch I-Site Visitor Centre
TheChristchurchi-SITEVisitorInformationCentreispartoftheofficialinformationnetworkforNewZealand.Theyofferafreebookingandinformationservice.Opendailyfrom8:30amto5:00pm.Thereisalsoatouristoffice&bookingserviceattheairportinthe International Arrivals Hall.
28WorcesterBoulevard,ChristchurchCentral,8013 +643-3799629
New Zealand Tourism Guides -NewZealandTourismGuide:http://www.tourism.net.nz -100%PureNewZealand:http://www.newzealand.com/us
News – Christchurch Local
https://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press
Day or Overnight Trips from Christchurch
PopulardaytripdestinationsincludeAkaroa,HanmerSprings,ArthursPassandKaikoura(returnbusticketsstartfrom$45perperson)ortheTranzAlpineTrain.OtherdestinationsincludeTekapo,MtCookorovernighttripsfromtheTranzAlpinetrainineitherGreymouth,LakeBrunnerorPunakaiki.
13. Things to Do - The Local Area
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WeatherChristchurchislocatedat43.5degreesSouthlatitude,172.6degreesEastlongitude.NewZealandStandardTime(NZST)is12hoursaheadofGMT/UTC,19hoursaheadofPDT,and10hoursaheadofCentralEuropeanSummerTime(CEST).NewZealandhasatemperateclimatewithmoderatelyhighrainfallandmanyhoursofsunshine.Whilethefarnorthhassubtropicalweatherduringsummer,andinlandalpineareasoftheSouthIslandcanbeascoldas-10°C(14°F)inwinter,mostofthecountryliesclosetothecoast,whichmeans mild temperatures.
TemperatureTheaverageNewZealandtemperaturedecreasesasyoutravelsouth.JanuaryandFebruary are the warmest months, and July is the coldest month of the year. In summer, theaveragemaximumtemperaturerangesbetween20-30ºC(68-90°F)andinwinterbetween10-15ºC(50-60°F).
YoucancheckoncurrentweatherconditionsinNewZealandontheNZMetServicewebsite:www.metservice.com/national/home.
Seasons and Clothing RequirementsWinterinNewZealandisJunetoAugust,followedbySpringstartinginSeptember.WinterinNewZealandbringscolderweathertomuchofthecountry,withsnowinthesouthandraininthenorth.You’llneedjeans,long-sleevedtopsandcoatsinmostplaces,andifyou’reheadingintothemountainsthermals,glovesandthicksweatersarealsoagoodidea.
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15. Emergency Information & Instructions
Emergency ResponseQuick Reference Guide
Emergency Phone Numbers
PAE (New Zealand) LimitedAntarctic Support Contract
38 Orchard Rd.Christchurch
Airport Fire Service 1-8888 (Office Phone) Non Emergency 353 7800Airport Police Department 1-8888 (Office Phone) Non Emergency 353 7800Aviation Security Service 357 3500 Fire Service 1-111 (Office Phone)Health & Safety Coordinator 358 1465 (x 35465 Internal)Medical Emergencies 1-111 (Office phone)Non-emergency 358 1425 (x35425 Internal)(Medical Coordinator)Poison Control and 0800 764 766 Hazardous ChemicalsPAE NZ Emergency number 0 (Reception)
PAE NZ Facilities Maintenance 358 1453 (x 35453 Internal)
IntroductionThisdocumentisprovidedfortheemployeesofPAE(NewZealand)Limited(“PAENZ”)asaquickreferenceintheeventofanemergencysituation.YoursafetyisofutmostconcerntoPAENZManagement.EmployeesandotherbuildingoccupantsshouldbefamiliarwiththeEmergencyProcedurescontainedinthedocument.Itshouldbefrequentlyreviewedandaccessible at each employee’s desk for immediate reference.
This quick reference contains:
1) How to report an emergency 2) What to do 3) Who will assist you, and 4) What help will come from company and professional emergency units.
After-hours,weekends,andholidays:Eventhoughtheproceduresinthisreferencedocumentareapplicable24hours,7daysaweek,itwasprimarilywrittenforuseduringthenormalbusinesshours.Ifyoudoexperienceanemergencyafter-hours,weekends,orholiday,pleaseusetheproceduresoutlinedinthisreferencewhereapplicable,alongwithcommonsenseifcertainpersonnelarenotavailable.
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Fire ProcedureKnow the location of the fire alarm boxes and extinguishers closest to your work location.
Upondiscoveryofafireorsmoke:
1.Breaktheglassandpushbuttononthefirealarmboxadjacenttothenearestexittowherethefireislocatedandevacuatetheimmediatearea.
2.CalltheFireServiceon1-111fromofficephonesor111fromacellphone
Calmlystate:
•Yourname
•Buildinglocationandaddress(PAENZ,38OrchardRd.,Christchurch)
•Natureoftheemergency
•Telephonenumbertotheswitchboard,incasetheyneedtocontactus(3588139)
3. Ifthefireissmallandyouhavetrainingintheproperuseofafireextinguisher,youshouldat-tempttoextinguishthefireifitissafetodoso.Ifyouhaveanyconcernaboutyoursafetyorabilitytoextinguishthefire,donotattempttoputitout.Evacuatethebuildingandwaitforprofessionalfirefighters.
4. Evacuation: Followtheevacuationroutetothenearestexit:ifonthesecondfloorusethe stair exits only.
5. MovetothegrassareasituatedintheNortheastCarPark.FireWardenswilldoaroll callandaccountforallpersonnel.Ifsmokeisblowinginthatdirectionpersonnelareto movefurtheracrosstheparkinglotuntilawayfromthesmoke.
Fire Extinguisher UseOnlyuseafireextinguisherforasmallfireandONLY if you have either been trained or are familiarwithitsuse.ABCtypedrychemicalfireextinguishersarelocatedthroughoutthebuild-ingindesignatedlocations.Followingthesebasicinstructions:
AneasywaytorememberwhattodotouseanextinguisheristheacronymPASS-Pull,Aim,Squeeze,andSweep.
1. Removetheextinguisherfromthecaseorwallmount.2. Pullthepinfromthehandleassembly–positionyourselfabout3metresfromthefire.3.Aimthenozzleatthebaseofthefire4. Squeezethehandlefully5. Sweepthenozzlebackandforthpasttheedgesofthefireuntiltheextinguisherisemptyorthefireisout.
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TheFireServicewillstillberequiredtoinspectthesiteevenifthefirehasbeenextinguishedtoinsureitiscompletelyoutandpresentsnofurtherrisk.Remember: ALWAYS report a fire (111) before attempting to extinguish it.
EvacuationIt is the responsibility of each employee to be familiar with all of the Emergency Procedures outlined in this manual.
Incaseofanevacuationalarm,redflashinglightinAntarcticPassengerTerminal,orothernotificationtoevacuatethebuilding,allpersonnelaretoleavetheareaandreporttothedesignatedassemblypointslocatedoutsideofthebuildinginasafelocation.(SeeEvacuationMaponOfficeWalls)
Procedure:
1. Remaincalm.
2. Check for others, to assist those who may need it.
3. Closealldoorsofofficesandroomsasyouleave.
4. Useonlystairwellsforevacuationfromupperfloor,holdontothehandrailswhengoingdown the stairs.
5. Exittothenearestexitinanorderlyandquietfashion.(Knowyournearestexitrouteandalternateroute)
6. ClearwalkwaysandstairsforFireServicepersonnel.
7. Iftheareabecomessmokefilledcrawlonhandsandkneestoavoidtoxicgas.
8. ListenforinstructionsfromyourFireWarden
9. Proceedtodesignatedassemblyarea
10.TheprimaryevacuationsiteisgrassareainNortheastcarpark,furtherbackifneededtogetawayfromsmoke.
11.Thealternativeassemblypointisgrassedge,EastsideofInwardsGoodsDriveway.
12.Staywithco-workersandmanagers.Donotgotovehiclesoroutofarea.
13.NoSmokingallowedduringtheevacuation.
14.Followdirectionsfrommanagement,SafetyorFirepersonnel.
15.Donotreturntothebuildinguntiltheauthorityinchargegivesthe“AllClear.”
FireWardenswillassistinverifyingthatallemployeeshaveevacuatedthebuildingandensurethat doors are closed.
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For Administration Building UpstairsPLEASE READEmergency Exit Door
When Emergency Alarm starts ringing:
• Pushhandleondoortostartexitprocess
•Amberlightabovedoorwillflash
•Waitupto15seconds
•Whenlightstopsflashing
• Pushdooranditwillopen.
•Redlightwillshowwhiledooropen
DO NOT PANICMedical Emergencies1. Inthecaseofamedicalemergencycall1-111andtheReceptionat0
Calmlystate:
•Yourname •AddressandLocationinthebuilding(38OrchardRd.,Christchurch) •Natureofmedicalemergency •Telephonenumber •Listenforinstruction
2. IfyouaretrainedandcertifiedgivefirstaidandcallforAEDifnecessary.Firstresponderswill be on scene to assist in medical care.
3. Donotmoveaninjuredemployeeunlesstheirlifeisinfurtherdangerfromthesituation.
4. Keepinjuredorsickemployeecalm,warmandcomfortable.
5. Ifpersonconscious,findoutwhathappened.
6. FollowtheinstructionsoftheFirstAidpersonnelandassistasrequested.
7. Staywiththeinjuredpersonunlessitplacesyouatriskoryouneedtoleavetocallfor medical assistance.
Major Natural Disaster and Weather EmergencyPredictable Emergencies:
Someconditionsleadingtoweatheremergenciesarepredictable.Intheeventthatheavysnow,highwinds,flood,lowtemperatures,oracombinationareimminentPAENZmay:
1. Suspend or reduce normal operation 2. Delaystartingtimes3. Sendemployeeshome
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Unpredictable Emergencies:
Otherdisastersandemergenciescanaffectlargeareas,manypeopleanddevelopveryquickly.Flashfloods,tornados,severethunderstormsandearthquakes,forexample,canstrikewithlittleornoadvancewarning.Therearecertainproceduresthatyoucantaketoprepareforandcopewiththeseemergenciesandminimizeyourrisks.Themostbasicthingtorememberis to Keep Calm.
Take time to think.
1. Whenever a major storm or other possible peacetime disaster threatens, if you have a radio in your work area tune it to news weather reports and forecast issued by the NZ Weather Service as well as other information and advice that may be broadcast by local authorities.ThePAENZSafetyOfficerandsecuritypersonnelwillmonitorreportsandprovide information via runners.
2. Duringthesesituations,useyourtelephoneonlytoreportimportantdisastereventstoauthorities1-111forOfficephones.Usingthetelephonesforothercallsmaypreventemergencycallsfrombeingcompleted.
3. Stayawayfromwindowsanddoors.
4. Closeblinds.
5. Follow the advice and instructions from wardens as to where to assemble.
6. Closeandlockofficedoorsuponinstructionstoleavetheseareas.
7. Stayawayfromdisasterareas.
EarthquakeIn the event of an Earthquake follow the directions of your Fire Warden or Supervisor:
1.Remaincalm.
2.Moveawayfromwindows,equipmentandshelvesthatmayfall.
3.Takecoverundersolidfurnituresuchastablesanddesks,orstandinbetweenthedoor frames if there is no furniture.
When the shaking stops:
4.Remaincalm,helpingthosethatneedassistance.
5.Putoutanyfiresifpossible.
6.Wardenstoturnoffanyelectricaloutputatpowerboxesifable.
7.WaitforordersfromyourWardens.
Ifyouneedtoevacuateorthefirealarmsounds:
8. Useevacuationprocedurestoleavethebuilding.
9. Keeptogether.
10. Follow your Warden’s instructions.
DO NOT LEAVE THE ASSEMBLY AREA UNTIL YOUR WARDEN HAS GIVEN INSTRUCTIONS.
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Chemical/Hazardous Waste EmergencyAlthoughwedonothavesignificanthazardousmaterialsintheMainAdministrationbuilding,inthecaseofanincidentcalltheReceptionat0toactivatetheMunicipalEmergencySpillResponseTeam.
TheAirCargoYarddoeshavehazardousmaterialsonsite,inalockedstoragefacility.
Calmlystate:
•Yourname
•AddressandLocationinthebuilding(38OrchardRd.,Christchurch)
•Natureoftheemergency
•Chemical(s)involved
•Telephonenumber
•Listenforinstruction
Evacuatetheareaandpreventpeoplefromenteringthearea.
Soundthebuildingfirealarmforlargespillsorextremelyhazardouschemicals.
Followthebuildingevacuationplanasinstructed.
Bomb ThreatIt is the responsibility of each employee to be familiar with all of the Emergency Procedures outlined in this manual - any bomb threat is considered a serious matter.
Ifyoureceiveabombthreat:
Keepthecalleronthelineaslongaspossibleandaskthefollowingquestions,whiletryingtoattractsomeoneelse’sattention:
•Whenisthebombgoingtoexplode?
•Whatdoesthebomblooklike?
•Whatkindofbombisit?
•Whyareyoudoingthis?
•Howwillitexplode?
•Whydidyouplacethebomb?
•Whereisthebomb?
•Whoareyou?
Note:Exactwordingofthreatandbackgroundnoises;Voicecharacteristicssuchascaller’ssex,race,age;timeandlengthofcall;Numberofcallreceivedondisplay(copythenumberofthecallifavailable.)
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After the caller hangs-up:
•AddressandLocationinthebuilding
•ImmediatelyNotifySupervisor
•ProvideinformationfromthethreattoManagementandfollowtheirinstructions
•Cooperatewithmanagementinreportingincidenttolocalauthorities.
•CompleteFormalBomb-ThreatReport
Management in conjunction with Local Authorities will make building evacuation decisions.
Suspicious Substance or PackageDO NOT PANIC1. Ifpackageappearssuspicious,donottouchoropenit.
2. Ifyouarealreadyhandlingitandfindthatitappearssuspicious,donotshakeorempty the contents. Place on a stable surface.
3. Leavetheareaandblockofftopreventothersfromentering.
4.Washhandswithsoapandwater,andremovecontaminatedclothing.Showerassoonas possibleifyouthinktherewascontaminationassociatedwiththepackage.
5. Dial 0 to report the situation to PAE NZ Security, note all people who were in the room andisolatethemuntillocalauthoritiesarriveorprovideguidance.
6.Donottrytocleanupthecontaminant.
Mail Bomb recognition points:
•AddressandLocationinthebuilding
•Excessiveweightforitssize
•Rigidenvelope
•Excessivesecuringmaterial
•Protrudingwires,stringortinfoil
•Oilystainsordiscoloration
• Sourceunknown
•Excessivepostageonlocalmail
•Unexpectedorunsolicitedmail,bothlocalandforeign
•Restrictivemarkings(i.e.Private,Personal)
•Handwrittenorpoorlytypedaddress
•Noreturnaddress
•Titles,butnonames
•Misspellingofcommonwords/name/address
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Elevator EmergenciesIntheunlikelyevent,youshouldbestuckinanelevator.Remaincalm,thereisnodanger.
Calmlystate:
1. Locatethealarminsidetheelevatorcab.Thisisbelowthecontrolsontheleftsideof the door.
2. Push the button and wait for assistance.
3. Shouldyoubecomestuckinbetweenfloors,donotattempttoclimbout,asthe elevatormaybegintomoveandyoumaybeinjured.Keepyourhandsandarmsinside the cab until help has arrived.
4. Ifyouarepassingbytheelevatorandyouhearanalarminside,contactthePAENZ Receptionbydialing0.
PAE EmployeesWork Place First Aid Trained, AED Trained or Wardens
AGNEW Sarah Yes Yes Yes Procurement 35478AMBLER Phil Yes Yes Yes Term Ops Mgr 35470CAMERON Leighton Yes Yes Yes Travel 35431CLARK Steve Yes Yes Yes Facilities Maint. 35453COLLINS Mike - - Yes AGE Mechanic 35475FENWICK Jeff Yes Yes Yes Procurement 35452GREAVES Gary - - Yes CDC 35089JOBSON Dave - - Yes ACY 35472KENNAN Dave - - Yes APO 35046McLENNAN Marlene Yes Yes No CDC 35440ROBB Terry - - Yes IT 35422ROGERS Ron Yes - Yes AGE/H&S Officer 35465SKEVINGTON Mike Yes Yes Yes ACY 35471SLOAN Janice - - Yes Travel 35426
STRINGER Leeann Yes Yes - Medical 35425
TURNER Dave Yes Yes Yes Facilities Maint. 35453
Name Warden Dept. Phone WorkplaceFirst Aid
CertificateAED
Training
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Appendix A
NZ Work Visa Application Process for SOFIA 2019 Deployment • March 25, 2019SOFIApersonnelplanningtotraveltoNewZealandforthe2019SouthernHemispheredeploymentwillberequiredtogetaworkvisa.Youcanapplyon-lineattheNZImmigrationwebsite:https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas. The visas will be validforthree(3)years.
Before you start your application, you will need:
1. Acurrentphoto(jpg).
2. Ascannedcopyofyourpassportpage(pdf).
3. NASAletterofmissionpurposeaka“Evidence”(seeattachedpdfdocument).
Tostarttheapplication,youwillfirstneedtocreateanaccountwithRealMe,anonlineIDthatNewZealandusesforitsgovernmentservices.OnceyouhavethisID,youcanbeginthevisaapplication process.
Theapplicationisavailableonline:
https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/about-visa/specific-purpose-or-event-work-visa
- UnderIdentifyandContact,GroupApplication:Select“No”.
- Under WorkDetails: - Select“SpecificPurposeorEvent”forvisatype. - Select“Other”fortypeofspecificpurpose.
- Underdetailsofspecificpurpose,addthefollowing:“NASA SOFIA (Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy) Southern Hemisphere Science Mission, Christchurch, NZ, May-July, 2019. U.S. Government science mission.”
- UnderWorkHistory,justputcurrentemploymentinfo.
- UnderQualificationHistory,putyourdegreeorothertraining/professionalcertification.
- Under Other Contacts, put“No.” [ThisiscontactsyouhaveinNZ.Ifyousay“Yes,”youwillhavetoenterinformation about them.]
- UnderUploadDocuments,uploadthethreedocumentsmentionedabove.Thephoto needstobeinjpgform,otherdocsarepdf.
Thewholeprocessshouldtakeabout30min.
Thevisawillbeissuedinelectronicformin2-3weeks,andwillbesenttoyoubye-mailandalsopostedtoyourRealMeaccount.Youshouldhaveaprintedcopyofthevisawithyoueverytimeyou enter New Zealand.
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Appendix A
Notes & Misc Info:
- Photorequirementsareslightlydifferentthanforpassports. See:https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/tools-and-information/acceptable-photos.Photocanbenomorethan6monthsold.
- Ifyouneedhelpgettingaphoto,contactNickVeronico([email protected]).
- Thereisnofeeforon-lineapplicationforU.S.passportholderslivingoutsideNZ.
- Therearefeesforotherpassports.GermanyandUKpassportshavea$495NZDfee.Youmayalso need to mail in your passport.
Ifyouneedassistance,contactMikeGaunce([email protected]).
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Appendix B
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Appendix B
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What’s Different about Driving in New Zealand?
ThereareafewthingsthatyoumaynotbeusedtowhendrivinginNewZealand.
For example: •Theydriveontheleftsideoftheroad. •Usingahand-heldmobilephonewhiledrivingisillegal.
Make sure you have a safe and enjoyable journey and please make sure to read this informationbeforestartingout.
Keep Left ALWAYSdriveontheleftsideoftheroad. Ifyoudriveontherightsideoftheroadinyouowncountry,pleaseremembertokeepleftwhenpullingoutontotheroad-it’seasytoforgetwhereyouare!
Giving Way at Intersections Ingeneral,ifyouareturning,givewaytoallvehiclesthatarenotturning.Alwaysuseyourindicatorwhenturning.
NO LEFT Turn on RED InNewZealandyoumaynotturnleftatanintersectionwhenthetrafficsignalsarered.
Ifturningatthetrafficsignals,givewaytopedestrianscrossingtheroad.
Hand-Held Mobile DevicesDriversmustnotuseahand-heldmobilephonewhendriving,unlessthedeviceiscompletelyhands-freeormountedsecurelytothevehicle-andtouchedinfrequentlyandbriefly.Writing,readingorsendingtextmessagesonamobilephonewhiledrivingisillegal.
Appendix C
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Traveling TimesIt’seasytounderestimatetravelingtimeinNewZealand.
Distances may seem short on paper, but New Zealand roads may be narrower than you’re usedto,coverhillyterrainandvaryfrommotorways(freeways)tounsealedgravelroads.
If you’re tired you’re much more likely to have a crash. Here are some tips to help you stay alert.
•Getplentyofrestbeforealongdrive.
•Takeabreakfromdrivingeverytwohours.
•Ifpossible,sharethedrivingwithsomeoneelse.
•Ifyoubegintofeelsleepy,stopatasafeplaceandtryto haveashortsleepforupto40minutes.
•Ifyou’refeelingverytired,findaplacetostayovernight.
Driving SpeedsSpeedlimitsignsshowthemaximumspeedyoucantravel.Attimesyoumayneedtodriveataslowerspeedduetoroad,weatherortrafficconditions.
DifferentspeedlimitsapplythroughoutNewZealand-lookoutforthespeedlimitsigns.
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Safety Belts Bylaw,everyoneinthevehiclemustwearasafetybeltorchild restraint - weather they’re in the back or front
Childrenunderfiveyearsofagemustbesecuredinanapproved child restraint.
Overtaking MostroadsinNewZealandhaveasinglelaneeachway,andsomeprovidepassinglanesatregularintervals-theseshouldbeusedwherepossiblewhenovertaking.Youmustnotcrossasolidyellowlineonyoursideofthe center line to pass a vehicle, as this indicates it’s too dangeroustoovertake.
Alcohol and Drugs Don’tdrinkorusedrugsandthendrive-thelawsagainstthisarestrictlyenforcedinNew Zealand and penalties are severe.
Driver Licence Requirements Youmusthaveyourcurrentandvaliddriverslicenceordriverpermitwithyouatalltimeswhenyou’redriving.IfyouroverseaslicenceordriverspermitisnotinEnglish,youmustalsocarryanaccurateEnglishtranslationissuedby:
•atranslationserviceapprovedbytheNZTransportAgency(alistis availableatwww.nzta.govt.nz/licence/residents-visitors/translators.html),or
•adiplomaticrepresentativeatahighcommission,embassyorconsulate,or
•theauthoritythatissuedyouroverseaslicence.
AninternationalDrivingPermit(issuedinaccordancewiththeUnitedNationsConven-tiononRoadTraffic)isacceptableasatranslation.
Provided your overseas drivers licence or driver permit remains current and valid, you can drive for a maximum period of 12 months from the date you arrive in New Zealand. Each time you arrive in New Zealand you can drive for a further 12-month period.
After12months,ifyouwishtocontinuedrivinginNewZealand,youmustobtainaNew
Sharing the Road with CyclistsCyclistshavethesamerightsasdriversonNewZealandroads.Alwaysslowdownnear cyclists, pass slowly and only when safe, and try to leave a space of 1.5 meters. Indicate in plenty of time and respect lanes.
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One-Lane BridgesAnumberofroadsinNewZealandhaveone-lanebridgeswherevehiclestravelinginonedirectionmustgivewaytovehiclesgoingintheotherdirection.
Anyofthesignsbelowshowthatyouareapproachingaone-lanebridge.Slowdownandcheckfortrafficcomingtheotherway.Thesmallerredarrowshowswhichdirectionhastogiveway.
Winter DrivingLookoutforthisslipperysurfacesigninwetoricyconditions-slowdownandavoidbrakingsuddenly.
Snowandicecanmakeroadsevenmorehazardous,particularlyaroundmountainpasses.Rentalvehiclecompanieswilloftensupplychainsifyou’relikelytobedrivingintheseconditions-makesureyouknowhowtofitthembeforesettingout.
Animals on the RoadWatch out for farm animals on the road, particularly in rural areas. When you see them, slow down and do not sound your horn - it may startle them.Youmayneedtostopandlettheanimalsgopastormoveslowlyupbehindandfollowthefarmer’sinstructions.
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Unsealed Gravel RoadsAvoid unsealed roads if possible. If you need to drive on them, remember they can be very narrow.Reduceyourspeedandslowdownevenfurtherwhenapproachingoncomingtrafficasdust could obscure your vision and loose stones could chip your windshield.
Parallel ParkingInNewZealand,youcanbefinedandtowedawayforparallelparkingonthewrongsideoftheroad.Youmayonlyparkinthedirectionoftrafficfloworyoursideoftheroad(i.e.,ontheleftside)unlessitisaone-waystreet.
Rail CrossingsOnlyhalfofNewZealand’s1500publicrailcrossingshaveautomaticalarms.Ifredlightsareflashing,stopandonlyproceedoncethelightshavestoppedflashing.
OthercrossingshaveRailwayCrossingandGiveWayorStopsignsonly.WhenyouseeaStopsignatacrossing,stopandonlycrossthetrackiftherearenotrainsapproaching.WhenyouseeaGiveWaysign,slowdownandberead to stop and only cross the track if there arenotrainsapproaching.
AccidentsIf you are in an accident, you must stop at the scene and find out whether anyone has been injured. Moveyourvehicleoffthehighwayandoutoftheflowoftraffic.Makesureyourhazardlightsareonandthateachcar’signitionisturnedoff.Youshouldgiveassistancetoanyonewhoisinjured,ifyouareable.
Seeyourrentalcaragreementfordetailedinstructions,andlocaltelephonetocallincaseofaccident/break-down.
If someone was killed or injured in the accident you must report it to the Police as soon as possible. If the accident is minor and involves no injury, you are notrequiredtoreportittothePolice.Gettheotherdriver’svehicleandinsuranceinforma-tion, and report it to your insurance company.
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