Actions by Department. Department shall not move, remove, modify, alter, or change in any way any part of or all of the Equipment without the prior written approval of QESP except as set forth in Schedule CC (Department’s Maintenance Responsibilities). Notwithstanding the foregoing, Department may take reasonable steps to protect the Equipment if, due to an emergency, it is not possible or reasonable to notify QESP before taking any such actions. In the event of such an emergency, Department shall take reasonable steps to protect the Equipment from damage or injury and shall follow instructions for emergency action provided in advance by QESP. Department agrees to maintain the Project Site(s) in good repair and to protect and preserve all portions which may in any way affect the operation or maintenance of the Equipment.
