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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCompliance Assistance Manual For Rural Electric Generation Powerhouses and Rural Bulk Fuel Tank Farms May 1999Compliance Assistance Manual FOR THE MANAGERS AND OPERATORS OF Rural Electric Generation Powerhouses and Rural Bulk Fuel Tank Farms May 1999 State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation Department of Community &Regional Affairs Division of Statewide Public Service Division of Energy 555 Cordova Street 333 West 4"Avenue,Suite 220 Anchorage,AK 99501-2617 Anchorage,AK 99501-2341 Telephone:(907)269-7500 Telephone:(907)269-4625 Fax:(907)269-7571 Fax:(907)269-4645 Compliance Assistance Manual FOR THE MANAGERS AND OPERATORS OF Rural Electric Generation Powerhouses and Rural Bulk Fuel Tank Farms May 1999 State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation Department of Community &Regional Affairs Division of Statewide Public Service Division of Energy 555 Cordova Street 333 West 4"Avenue,Suite 220 Anchorage,AK 99501-2617 Anchorage,AK 99501-2341 Telephone:(907)269-7500 Telephone:(907)269-4625 Fax:(907)269-7571 Fax:(907)269-4645 Version 1 Introduction Compliance Assistance Manual Table of Contents Rural Powerhouse Check List Manual Category 1 -Safety Category 2 -Used Oil Category 3 -Used Oil Burners Category 4 -Air Quality Category 5 -Wastes Generated Category 6 -Batteries Category 7 -Used Oil Filters Category 8 -Building Maintenance,Inside Category 9 -Building Maintenance,Outside Category 10 -Outside Storage Category 11 -Underground Storage Tanks Category 12 -PCBs (TCSA) Powerhouse Check List Rural Bulk Fuel Tank Farm Check List Manual Category 1 -Eligible Facility Category 2 -Overall Considerations Category 3 -Spill Response Category 4 -Site Category 5 -Secondary Containment Category 6 -Tank Condition Category 7 -Piping Category 8 -Safety Category 9 -Air Quality Category 10 -Propane Tank Farm Check List Attachment 1 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) DEC Spill Notification Placard Page 1 Page 2 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 19 Page 20 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 26 Page 28 Page 30 Page 33 Page 33 Page 34 Page 38 Introduction The federal Oil Pollution Act of 1990 brought significant changes to the way petroleum products are treated for regulatory purposes.These changes are of specific interest to rural Alaska with respect to the storage of bulk fuel such as diesel and gasoline.Changes also have been made to the federal Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act,both of which have implications for rural electric power generation systems,especially those that rely on diesel fuel. The Department of Environmental Conservation and the Department of Community Affairs,Division of Energy,worked for the past year (July 1998 through June 1999)to develop compliance assistance services for rural tank farm and powerhouse operators and managers. The primary elements of the completion assistance services are two checklists - one for powerhouses and the other for tank farms -which rural operators can use to assess the status of their facilities with respect to the regulatory requirements.The checklists are accompanied by a manual which discusses checklist categories item-by-item and provides contact names and numbers for more specific information and assistance. Participants are urged to contact either agency with suggestions for changes that will make the checklists/manuals better. Department of Environmental Conservation Division of Statewide Public Service Compliance Assistance &Pollution Prevention 555 Cordova Street Anchorage,AK 99501-2617 Phone:(907)269-7582 Fax:(907)269-7600 Department of Community and Regional Affairs Division of Energy333West4"Avenue,Suite 220 Anchorage,AK 99501-2341 Phone (907)269-4625 Fax:(907)269-4645 Rural Powerhouse Check List Manual This manual was developed to assist rural powerhouse operators and managers complete the Compliance Assistance Check List for their facility.It was developed by the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation,Division of Statewide Public Service,Compliance Assistance and Pollution Prevention;and the Alaska Department of Community and Regional Affairs,Division of Energy. The Check List is designed as an aid in determining if the powerhouse and its associated components comply with applicable State and Federal laws and regulations., , Category 1 -Safety Housekeeping,powerhouse clean,uncluttered: Is the powerhouse clean and free of spills from fuel,solvents,cleaning agents,etc.?Are tools,equipment and supplies stored in a proper manner allowing freedom of movement within the powerhouse? Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS): Material Safety Data Sheets must be at hand for any type of chemical which is used in the work environment.These sheets explain the chemical and what to do if a person is exposed to the chemical in a hazardous manner.To be in compliance with the law,every employer must have MSDS sheets for every chemical stored or used in the work place.The employees must know where these sheets are kept.An example of an MSDS can be found as Attachment A at the end of this manual. Are the MSDS on site and displayed in a readily available manner? Fire extinguisher(s): You must have fire extinguisher(s)on site for the safety of your employees,and to be in compliance with the law.These extinguishers need to be inspected periodically for your protection.Typically,a maintenance schedule is attached to the extinguisher.There should also be attached instructions on how to use the extinguisher.Employees should be given training on how to use extinguishers,and who to notify in case of a fire. Are fire extinguishers on site and easily accessible.Have the fire extinguisher(s)been recently inspected?Are your employees trained in the use of fire extinguishers? Signage: The following signs should be displayed prominently and where necessary:"No Smoking,”"High Voltage,”"Hearing Protection Required.” Building secured: Building security is important for safe power plant operation.Warning signs should be posted.Limited entry should be in place.Only employees should have access to the powerhouse. Can the building be locked and protected against unauthorized entry? Category 2 -Used Oil Use Oil containers: It is required that used oil containers are properly labeled and free of leaks.Disposal of used oil in rural Alaska is a major problem.Leaking used oil containers can,and have,created significant environmental damage. Used oil mixed with other waste fluids: Mixing used oil with other waste fluids can be against regulations and may also be extremely dangerous.There are several ways to dispose of used oil including shipping it out (costly),on site incineration,or burning the oil for heat recovery.Please contact Joe LeBeau,DEC Compliance Assistance Office at 269-7581 for more information.You may also call 1- 800-510-2332 for assistance. Disposal Method: How do you dispose of used oil? Category 3 -Used Oil Burners Burn used oil only for energy recovery: Used oil can be burned for a useful heat source.When burning used oil; no other waste fluids should be mixed in.Burning used oil with solvents or gasoline may cause an explosion.Burning a mixture of waste fluids can be illegal under the hazardous waste laws.In some instances,used oil can be blended with diesel fuel and burned in diesel engines.If may be worthwhile to consider refitting your diesel engines with used oil blenders. For more information,contact Joe LeBeau,DEC Compliance Assistance Office at 269-7581 or 1-800-510-2332 for assistance. Burn in small unit (rated at less than 500,000 Btu/hour): Burn without any black smoke: This is referred to as "opacity”in the regulations.The more opaque,or darker,the smoke is,generally the more pollutants are being released into the air. Category 4 -Air Quality Powerhouse rated capacity 550 kilowatts or greater: The rated capacity of a gen set is etched into the generator's name plate. Total rated capacity of a powerhouse is the sum of the name plate ratings for all gen sets in the powerhouse.(regardless of whether gen sets are in use).If the rated capacity exceeds 550 kilowatts,an air quality permit is necessary.Call the DEC Air Quality programs toll free at 1-800-770-8818 for more information. Day tank contain more than 10,000 gallons: If the day tank contains more than 10,000 gallons,it is considered a tank farm and must have secondary containment,etc.Is the capacity of the powerhouse day tank 10,000 gallons or greater (regardless of amount of fuel typically stored)? Air Permits: Most owners of fuel storage tanks need an Air Quality Permit to operate their facility.If so,State law requires that the owner apply for it.The type of Air Quality Permit needed depends on the size and age of the tanks, fuel being stored in the tanks and what the fuel is used for.Call the DEC Air Quality Control toll free number at 1-800-770-8818 to learn more. Briefly,there are several types of Air Quality storage tank permits.Once is called a "pre-approved limit,”or PAL.Under the PAL,no additional department approval is required after DEC receives an application from the owner and finds that the applicant's facility qualifies. Your storage tanks may qualify for an "operating permit-by-rule.”These permits apply to fuel storage tanks with a capacity between 19,800 gallons and 39,900 gallons and a vapor pressure of less than 3.5 kPa (0.50 psia - pounds per square inch). Diesel-electric generating facilities that emit 100 tons of regulated air contaminants,has a rated capacity of 100 MMBtu per hour,or need an air pollution control device may qualify for an Air Quality General Permit.Most rural powerhouses fall below these thresholds. Call the DEC Air Quality Control toll-free number at 1-800-770-8818 for more information. Reports submitted on time: It is important to have all reports submitted to the proper agencies on time. This will reduce the amount of time you spend researching old or lost information. Fuel usage tracked: It is important to track the use of fuel for planning and safety purposes. Tracking fuel will also help notify you of fuel spills or leaks which need immediate attention. All records kept up to date: Record keeping is a very important function of a utility.Complete and accurate records keep reporting simple.Also,ordering supplies and planning for future years is simplified by up to date record keeping and fuel usage. Category 5 -Wastes Generated Does the powerhouse generate any of the following hazardous wastes? Anti-freeze Solvents Oil filters Aerosol cans Contaminated diesel Contaminated gasoline Used rags/towels Used absorbent pads . ls waste burned? Hazardous wastes identified: Have you determined which waste products are hazardous?For assistance on what does and does not constitute hazardous waste, contact Joe LeBeau,DEC Compliance Assistance at 269-7581 or 1-800- 510-2332. Generate more than 220 pounds of hazardous waste per month: It is generally unlikely that a typical rural powerhouse would generate more than 220 pounds of hazardous waste during a month unless some special activity,such as rebuilding engines,is undertaken.However,if you do,then you qualify as a Small Quantity Generator.To learn more about how to identify all the waste you generate,determine if it is a hazardous waste and how to store it -visit the DEC web site at http://www.state.ak.us/dec/ From here,click on Index located at the top left hand or your screen.Then look up Hazardous Waste,handling and click on that site.You can also call Joe LeBeau with DEC at 1-800-510-2332. Asbestos containing material in powerhouse: Asbestos is a very dangerous cancer-causing material,especially if it is exposed to air.Does your powerhouse,to your knowledge,contain asbestos?For more information contact Kathy Johnson of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency at 1-800-424-4372 or John Pavitt at 1- 907-271-3688. Category 6 -Batteries Lead acid batteries used: Lead-acid batteries require special disposal procedures.Does your powerhouse use lead acid batteries? Lead acid batteries returned for recycling: Depending on your location,battery vendors in larger communities in the area may have a program for recycling used lead acid batteries.Are you able to recycle your lead acid batteries?Please contact Joe LeBeau with DEC at 1-800-510-2332 for assistance. Other types of batteries used: Other batteries than lead acid batteries that are in use in rural community facilities include mercury,alkaline,cadmium and lithium.If you use another type of battery and you need to dispose of or recycle it,please contact Joe LeBeau with DEC at 1-800-510-2332. Category 7 -Used Oil Filters Oil filters drained before disposal: Do not dispose of filters containing used oil into the trash.Disposing of oil filters that have not been drained can allow the used oil to seep into the water table,creating severe safety and environmental problems. To completely drain used oil filters,you must hot drain them.Hot draining means removing the oil at or near the engine's operating temperature. You can tell if a filter has not been completely drained if liquids run out whena filter is turned with itsdrain plate facing down.To ensure that the filter is completely drained,you can: e Puncture the filter's anti-drain back valve or the filter dome end and drain the filter at room temperature above 60 degrees Fahrenheit for at least 12 hours; e Drain the filter at operating temperature and then crush the filter;or, e Dismantle the filter and drain it at room temperature above 60 degrees until you can no longer squeeze oil from the filter. Manner of filter disposal after oil is drained: Check with the local land fill operator for proper disposal or recycling procedures for used filters that have been drained. 10 Category 8 -Building Maintenance -Inside Are shop floors cleaned with water? Care must be taken to determine if the wastewater is drained into a septic system or into the water table. Floor drain: Where does it go?The usual systems are Public Owned Treatment Works (POTW),store sewer,dry well,septic system.A POTW is a community- owned sewage collection,treatment and disposal system funded by local, state and/or federal funds.Do not discharge hazardous wastes into floor drains.Have you made sure that it is permissible to discharge wastewater into a dry well or septic system.If not,contact DEC Wastewater Program at 269-7523. 11 Category 9 -Building Maintenance -Outside Painting being done: The process of scraping and painting a building can result in the generation of hazardous waste.To find out more information about what type of paint is on your building and how to handle and dispose of it, please contact Joe LeBeau,DEC Compliance Assistance at 269-7581. Water wells or dry wells nearby: If there is a water well or a dry well near the powerhouse,the well(s)could be susceptible to contamination by wastes.Please contact the DEC Drinking Water Program at 269-7647 for more information. Oil or other products used for dust control: Used oil cannot be used as a dust suppressant.Before products are used to control the dust,please contact the Compliance Assistance Office at 1- 800-510-2332 for other alternatives.By using oil,you could be contaminating the soil around the roads or trails. 12 Category 10 -Outside Storage Materials stored outside: Do you store spare parts and fluids such as engine oil,antifreeze,etc. outside of the powerhouse? Storage in sealed containers or protected: Are the materials which are stored outside of the powerhouse in their original,sealed containers.!s extra protection needed from the elements? Is it being used? 13 Category 11 -Underground Storage Tanks USTs on site: To be an underground storage tank,only 10 percent of the tank and associated piping needs to be below ground.Can any of your tanks be classified as USTs? Tanks meet State/Federal requirements: Tank facility with Storage Capacity Between 660 Gallons and 420,000 Gallons (10,000 barrels):these tanks are not currently regulated,although draft regulations are being developed.The first objective of the Aboveground Storage tank (AST)section in the Storage Tank Program is to: e Identify the tanks that fall into this category, e Assess the extent of AST problems,and e Develop a master AST plan for addressing the problems. If you have questions about Aboveground Storage Tanks with a storage capacity between 660 and 420,000 gallons,please contact Kathy Gitkov, DEC at 465-5237. Tank Facility with Storage Capacity Greater than 420,000 Gallons: Aboveground storage tank facilities with an effective storage capacity of 10,000 barrels (420,000 gallons)or greater are regulated under the Alaska Administrative code,Title 18,Chapter 75 Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Control.The DEC Industry Preparedness Program (IPP)deals with these larger AST facilities. If you have questions about AST facilities with a storage capacity of 420,000 gallons or more,please contact Larry Katkin,DEC,at 451-2127. 14 Category 12 --PCBs (TCSA) Do transformers contain PCBs?: PCB stands for polychlorinated biphenols which were used as coolants in electrical transformers for many years before their health threat was documented.These substances are known cancer-causing agents and are very dangerous.Do your transformers contain PCBs? If yes,are transformers containing PCBs in use or on site? If yes,are these transformers checked regularly and properly labeled? PCB oils/Aransformers disposed of properly: The Environmental Protection Agency regulates proper disposal of PCBs in Alaska.you can learn what disposal technologies are the best for your situation by calling Dan Duncan,Solid Waste and Toxics Unit,U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,Region 10 at 1-800-424-4372,1-206- 553-6693 or by Internet Email at: duncan.daniel@epamail.epa.gov Additional Remarks/Comments: Are there aspects about your powerhouse that are not covered in the check list? Are there any special circumstances involved with your powerhouse? 15 Rural Powerhouse Compliance Assistance Check List Community:Facility: Inspector:Date: ITEM i:Comments 1.Safety .| Housekeeping,powerhouse clean,uncluttered?i __Yes,__No Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)on site?___Yes,__No Fire extinguishers(s)on site?___Yes,__No Signs (No Smoking,High Voltage,Hearing Protection __Yes,___No Required)in place? Building secured?|Yes,No 2.Used Oil =8 |Explain what it is.aeUsedoilcontainers/piping leak free and properly labeled?|___Good,__Fair,_-_- Poor Used oil mixed with other waste fluids? |Yes,No Disposal method (shipped out,on-site incineration,burned for heat recovery,other). 3.Used Oil Burners Burn used oil only for energy recovery..Burning used oil is illegal under hazardous waste|Also buming used oil mixed with solvents or gascauseanexplosion Burn used oil for useful heat?___Yes,___No Burned in small unit (rated at less than 500,000 Btu/hr)?___Yes,__No Burned without any black smoke?___Yes,___No 4.Air Quality |550 kilowatts or more of total rated capacity?___Yes,__No Fuel storage day tank contain more than 10,000 gallons?Yes,No 16 ITEM Comments |ls an Air Permit or PAL (pre-approved limit)required?___Yes,___No |Reports submitted on time?___Yes,___No Fuel usage tracked?__Yes,__No All records keep and up-to-date?___Yes,__No 5.Wastes -Do you generate any of the following? Anti-freeze?Yes,No Solvents?Yes,No |Oil filters?Yes,No Aerosol cans?Yes,No Contaminated diesel?Yes,No Contaminated gasoline?Yes,No Used rags or towels?Yes,No Used absorbent pads?Yes,No Is waste burned?___Yes,__No Have you identified which wastes are hazardous wastes?___Yes,__No Generate more than 220 Ibs.of hazardous waste per ___Yes,__No month? Does your powerhouse have asbestos containing material?Yes,No If yes,is it being removed or disposed?___Yes,___No 6.Batteries Lead acid batteries used?___Yes,__No Lead acid batteries returned for recycling?___Yes,___No Other types of batteries used:Mercury Alkaline (Circle all that apply)Cadmium Lithium 7.Used Oil Filters ea Oil filters drained before disposal?___Yes,___No How are used oil filters disposed? 8.Building Maintenance -Inside Are shop floors cleaned with water?Yes,No 17 ITEM Comments (explain) Is there a floor drain?Yes,No If yes,do you know where floor drains go?___Yes,___No.The drain goes POTW stands for Public Owned Treatment Works POTW,Storm Sewer,Dry Well, 9.Building Maintenance -Outside System (circle one if known) Is painting being done now?__Yes,__No Are water wells or dry wells nearby?.___Yes,___No Are oil or other products used for dust control?___Yes,__No 10.Outside Storage . Are parts,fluids,or other material stored outside?___Yes,___No lf yes,are the materials in sealed containers or ___Yes,__No otherwise protected from the rain and snow? 11.Underground Storage Tanks ::Are there Underground StorageTanks (USTs)on site?Yes,No;To be an under ground tank,only 10%of the tank and associated piping be below ground. If yes,has ADEC been notified of the UST?___Yes,__No To your knowledge,do all UST meet State and ___Yes,___No Federal rules? 12.PCBs (TSCA) Have transformers been determined to contain PCBs?Yes,No If yes,are PCB's transformers in use or on site?Yes,No And are these transformers regularly checked for ___Yes,__No leaks and properly labeled? Are PCB oils/transformers disposed of properly if PCBs Yes,No present? Additional Remarks/Comments: 18 Rural Bulk Fuel Tank Farm Check List Manual This manual was developed to assist rural bulk fuel tank farm operators and managers complete the Compliance Assistance Check List for their facility.It was written by the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation,Division of Statewide Public Service,Compliance Assistance and Pollution Prevention;and the Alaska Department of Community and Regional Affairs,Division of Energy. The Check List is designed as an aid in determining if the powerhouse and its associated components comply with applicable State and Federal laws andregulations.oe Category 1 -Eligible Facility Does the bulk fuel tank farm have total storage capacity for gasoline,fuel oil and/or lubricating oil greater than 1,320 gallons (greater than 660 gallons in any one tank)in above ground tanks or total underground tank storage capacity greater than 42,000 gallons?If so,your tank farm falls under State and Federal regulations. 19 Category 2 -Overall Housekeeping,clean,uncluttered. It is important that the tank farm be kept clean.This includes trash,plant growth,miscellaneous supplies or debris that may get in the way if a spill should occur.If the tank farm is cluttered,problems such as leaks are harder to fine and there are more chances that the secondary containment or the farm liner could get damaged. Response Plan Tank farms with storage capacity in excess of 42,000 gallons must have a spill response plan.The plan lays out what the tank farm operators will do in case of a fuel spill.This plan is created specifically for your tank farm. The plan also includes whom to contact in case of a spill.See following table: AGENCIES TO BE CONTACTED IN THE EVENT OF A SPILL Agency Spill Size Verbal Report Phone Number Written Report U.S.Coast Guard Any Size on or Immediately 800-424-8802,Not required threatening 800-478-5555,or navigable water (907)271-6700 (days) U.S.Environmental |Any size on land Immediately 1-800-424-8802 or |If spill is 1,000 orProtectionAgency|but threatening or (907)271-5083 more gallons of if on surface waters (days)second spill over 12 months Alaska Dept.of Waters immediately 800-478-9300 or Within 15 days of Environmental Any discharge to (907)262-5210 end of clean up Conservation Water (Soldotna) Alaska Dept.of Land 5 hours See above Within 15 days of Environmental >55 gallons end of clean up Conservation Alaska Dept.of Land 24 hours See above Within 15 days of Environmental 10 to 55 gallons end of clean up Conservation Alaska Dept.of Land 7 days See above Within 15 days of Environmental <10 gallons end of clean up Conservation Alaska Dept.of All hazardous Immediately See above Within 15 days of Environmental substance spills end of clean up Conservation Revision 0,September 1997 Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC)Spill Notification Placard--Example attached at the end of the manual. Does your facility have an ADEC placard posted?This placard should be displayed in an obvious place and it must be followed if there is a spill. DEC must be notified of all oil spills.The Coast Guard must be notified if spilled product enters,or threatens,navigable waters.Notification to the Coast Guard satisfies U.S.Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reporting requirements. 20 SPCC Plan (U.S.EPA). The Spill Prevention Control!and Countermeasure Plan (SPCC)is required by the Environmental Protection Agency for all bulk fuel tank farms.Its purpose is to prevent discharges of oil into waters of the United States.The main trust of the SPCC is spill prevention as opposed to after- the-fact cleanup.The SPCC is a carefully thought out plan prepared in advance to prevent and minimize the impact of a spill.Contact Carl Kitz, EPA-Seattle (206)553-1671,or Matt Carr (907)271-3616 for more information.A template for an SPCC plan can be found on the internet at: www.educ.state.ak.us/facilities/spcc.html Operations Manual The U.S.Coast Guard requires an Operations Manual.This manual covers the offloading of fuel from the barge or other means of marine transport and the transferring of the fuel via pipeline from the marine fill point up to and including the first valve within the tank farm's secondary containment.Contact the U.S.Coast Guard at (907)271-6700 for more information. 21 Category 3 -Spill Response Response plan at facility The spill response plan must be readily available and nearby the tank farm.Tank farm employees and community members should be made aware of what to do in case of a spill.There should be a spill coordinator, someone responsible for making sure and spill response goes smoothly. For more information,contact Ed Collazzi,DEC,at (907)465-5229. Response equipment on site It is important to have equipment to respond to a spill on site.Community members should know where it is kept and how to use it.You may want to consider holding periodic drills to assure readiness in case of a spill.All equipment should be clearly labeled and a solid supply should always be on hand.As soon as an item is used,it should be disposed of properly and a new item ordered.Contact the U.S.Coast Guard for specific response equipment and materials that must be on hand for your facility. Trained personnel on site Every community should have people trained in spill prevention,response and in dealing with hazardous materials,often referred to as HAZMAT. HAZMAT training usually refers to specific 24-hour and 40-hour courses for which a certificate is granted upon successful completion.An 8-hour refresher course is required to maintain a current HAZMAT certificate.If your community does not have anyone trained,contact Pete Petram, Division of Emergency Services,at (907)428-7031.Every community should have several people trained in HAZMAT response. 22 Category 4 -Site Proper separation from water wells and other sources of drinking water This is 100 feet. Proper separation from tanks to property lines or near by buildings This depends upon the size of the tanks. Proper separation from tanks for dispensing facilities This depends on the type of tanks.For unprotected tanks,the required separation is 50 feet. Tanks and piping protected from traffic hazards Tanks farms should be properly marked and secured with security fencing that can be locked.Piping should be clearly marked.If possible,it should run parallel to the roadways and have special supports where traffic may cross it.Areas that are common crossing areas should be checked often for signs of stress and wear.Contact the Division of Energy,Eric Marchegiani at 269-4684,for more information. Within flood plain Fuel storage tanks must be located above the 100-year flood level,or must be designed to withstand a 100-year flood event when the 100-year flood has been determined for the site.If the 100-year flood level has not been determined for the site,the tank flood design shall be developed by an engineer to withstand flood levels based on anecdotal evidence, physical evidence,climatic data and good engineering judgement. Security fences in place A tank farm should be completely surrounded by a six-foot high fence. Entrances should be locked.Only tank farm personne!should have access to the farm.The fencing should be checked for any signs of vandalism on a regularly scheduled basis. Area lighting Tank farms need adequate lighting for work during the winter and for security. 23 Category 5 -Secondary Containment Secondary Containment in place Primary containment is the wall of the tank or vessel that contains the fuel. Secondary containment can refer to a second tank wail,referred to as double-wall or self-diking tanks;however,it usually refers to the tank farm diking system in rural Alaska. DEC has an Aboveground Storage Tank Operator Training Handbook.It is designed as a guidebook as well as a reference manual containing step- by-step procedures for maintaining and inspecting aboveground storage tank facilities.Contact Kathy Gitkov,DEC,at 465-5237 to learn more or to order a copy. Large enough secondary containment The secondary containment must have sufficient storage capacity to contain all of the contents of the largest tank in the tank farm plus enough freeboard to allow for regional precipitation.Spill containment measures, including secondary containment are required at abovegound storage tanks by the Environmental Protection Agency as well as in areas of fuel transfer from tank trucks.Secondary containment must be: e large,high and strong enough to hold the contents of the largest tank plus 10%for local precipitation, e constructed of lined material that will hold petroleum products and prevent them from seeping into the ground, e when made using a synthetic liner,it should be covered with sand or gravel to prevent ripping and protection from the weather;and. e have a drain pipe with a shut-off valve or other means of removing water from the area.Often a sump with a hose going over the berm is used to drain the secondary containment area. See the DEC "Aboveground Storage Tank Operator Training Handbook” cited above for additional technical information. Secondary containment leak proof Secondary containment is of no use if it leaks.If fuel leaks through the secondary containment into the ground water,serious health and environmental problems will develop. Diked systems It is important that your dike liner be in place and not exposed,torn or damaged.The dike system needs to be structurally sound with no holes or breaches.Fill piping should pass over the dike system,not through it. Water in the secondary containment Standing water in the tank farm indicates there is no adequate drain or that an existing drain is not functioning properly.Standing water reduces 24 the containment capacity of the dike.Secondary containment should have a drain pipe with a shut-off valve or other means of removing water from the area.Often a sump with a hose going over the berm is used to drain the secondary containment area. Visible gas or diesel sheen on water Water discharged from the containment area,and runoff water from fuel dispensing facilities,must meet the Alaska Water Quality Standards.Any sheen present on the accumulated water may be removed by using sorbent pads,an oil/water separator,or other effective means prior to discharge.Materials must be available at the site to contain and clean up incidental spills and leaks. Drain valve locked The drain valve on tank needs to be kept locked at all times unless it is in use. 25 Category 6 -Tank Condition Constructed in accordance with standards Tanks are constructed to Underwriters Laboratories (UL 142)and/or American Petroleum Institute (API 650)standards.API 650 standards are for tank farms with a capacity in excess of 420,000 gallons (10,000 barrels).These standards generally require that the tanks be made of steel with welded shell and bottom joints.There should be no riveted tanks.If you have tanks that you believe may be out of compliance,please contact the Division of Energy at 269-4695 for more information. Emergency vents in place and operational It is required that all tanks have emergency vents.Describe what is adequate emergency venting.See attached photo of a typical emergency vent.Check tanks,if they do not have these vents,contact the Division of Energy at 269-4695 for more information. Adequate,normal venting All tanks must be vented. Water draw valve All tanks must have a water draw valve so that any excess water that has collected at the bottom of the tank can be drained.These water draw valves should be kept locked at all times.Tank farm personnel are the only ones who should have access to them.Contact the Division of Energy at 269-4695 for more information. Structural flaws Tanks in a farm should be inspected on a regular basis to ensure their structural integrity.Areas of concern include new dents,bolted or riveted tanks,poor welds,and severe corrosion. Means of determining the amount of fuel in the tank It is important that you have a way to accurately measure the amount of fuel in each tank.Newer tanks are fitted with gauge systems;dip sticks are used elsewhere.Fuel levels need to be monitored not only for fuel supply but as a warning of a leak.Also,proper fuel usage monitoring can help with inventory control and in placing orders for the next year. Proper foundations Tanks must have strong foundations for support and to help prevent corrosion.Inspection of the foundation should be a regular part of running the tank farm.Foundations should not be unstable and should protect tanks from direct contact with the ground.Do not use small timbers, cribbing,or unprotected steel over 12 inches.Contact the Division of Energy at 269-4695 for more information. 26 Adequate tank-to-tank spacing There needs to be space between tanks in a tank farm.There should be room for a person to walk comfortably between the tanks. Dispensing systems Tanks of greater than 10,000 gallons capacity or multiple tanks greater than 40,000-gallon capacity must not be directly connected to fuel dispensers. 27 Category 7 -Piping Active leaks Piping should be checked for leaks on a regular basis and maintained.If you find any leaks in the piping you need to report the spill.Contact DEC at 262-5210. Threaded or flanged joints The use of threaded and/or flanged joints (often referred to as victaulic joints)is a violation of code.These type of joints do not hold together wellunderstress,especially flanged joints.For information,contact the Division of Energy at 269-4695. Low melt point materials The use of low melt materials such as brass or copper fittings for valves or rubber piping is prohibited by code.They are dangerous because they fail at temperatures much lower than that of steel.Contact the Division of Energy at 269-4695 for more information. Buried pipes Buried pipes or pipes in contact with ground without a coating and/or cathodic protection corrode much faster than above ground,elevated pipes.Buried pipes are very difficult to monitor for spills or leaks.For more information,contact the Division of Energy at 269-4695. Protected from traffic hazards Piping must be protected from traffic hazards and should be clearly marked.Extra reinforcement may be necessary in places where it is likely that piping will be crossed.Contact the Division of Energy at 269-4695 for more information. Valves used that have steel or ductile iron bodies These valves are the replacement for brass or bronze valves that no longer meet code requirements. Means of locking valves To keep your farm secure,you must be able to lock the valves. Check valve at fuel receiving point A check valve at the fuel receiving point will prevent fuel from flowing backwards through the pipe. Anti-siphon or solenoid valve at connection to dispensing tanks Need to find good explanation for anti-siphon,solenoid valves. Shear valve/fusible link valve at dispenser Same as the above on explanation. 28 Flex connectors at high stress locations Stainless steel flex hoses are required between the tank farm manifold piping and the tanks as well as anywhere else in the tank farm where the piping is under stress. Pressure relief for pipe sections that can be isolated Appendix A of the DEC Aboveground Storage Tank Operator Handbook contains a full listing of industrial standards used for this and other piping.Contact the Division of Labor Standards and Safety at 464-4842. Secondary containment at barge connection point You need to have a secondary containment at the barge point connection. There is an 84-gallon minimum for this containment.Contact the U.S. Coast Guard for more information. 29 Category 8 -Safety Fire Extinguishers You must have fire extinguisher(s)on site for the safety of your employees,and to be in compliance with the law.These extinguishers need to be inspected periodically.Typically,a maintenance schedule is attached to the extinguisher.There should also be attached instructions on how to use the extinguisher.Employees should be given training on how to use extinguishers,and who to notify in case of a fire. Are fire extinguishers on site and easily accessible.Have the fire extinguisher(s)been recently inspected?Are your employees trained in the use of fire extinguishers? Warning or discharge notification signs Signs should be posted on and around your tank farm that state what is contained in the farm,that fuel is being dispensed from your facility and that there are flammable materials contained in your facility.See examples on the following page. Product Labels All tanks in the tank farm should be clearly labeled as to what kind of fuel they contain. No smoking signs It is required by law that no smoking signs be posted on and around your tank farm and dispensing facilities. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Material Safety Data Sheets must be at hand for any type of chemical which is used in the work environment.These sheets explain the chemical and what to do if a person is exposed to the chemical in a hazardous manner.To be in compliance with the law,every employer must have MSDS sheets for every chemical stored or used in the work place.The employees must know where these sheets are kept.An example of an MSDS can be found at the end of the manual. Are the MSDS on site and displayed in a readily available manner? 30 Aboveground Storage Tanks -common features Emergency Gauciventfauging \:J.Port |DIESEL #1 oeCAPACITY10.000 |fs GAL FLAMMABLE Access pehatchNOSMOKING)f= y G3 ise) DischargeFillpipeag"3!valve™| my ee melt a Tank /Water 1anAccessdrainValvesupportsladdervalvesupport *Often fill pipe is used as a discharge pipe and there is not a separate discharge pipe.SANV.LAODVAOLSGNNOUDHAOATV AST Operator Handbook,First Edition Section 2 -Safety AST facilities have several hazards of which operators should be aware. Operators should also know what safety measures to take to reduce potential accidents and injuries from those hazards.Examples of hazards and safety measures follow. 1.Fire and Explosions -petroleum products are flammable and some are explosive. a.Fire protection e Facilities should be designed and built in compliance with applicable fire codes and facility plans should be reviewed and approved by the State Fire Marshal. e Make sure fire extinguishers are the proper type and located in strategic places.Maintain them in good working order and pressurized.Operators must be trained in their proper use. e No Smoking at AST facilities.Post Signs stating this rule. e Do not store nonessential items and material such as empty gas cans,jerry jugs,rags and other items that are conducive to starting or spreading fire at the facility. b.Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)for each product stored at the facility should be kept at the site.Examples of MSDSs are part of the manual. 2.General Facility Safety a.Clearly spell out operating and safety procedures. b.|Keep open communications within the facility and with local emergency services. November 1998 32 Category 9 -Air Quality Air permits See previous write-up. Category 10 -Propane Storage capacity of 2,500 gallons or more DEC does not have regulations covering storage of propane or natural gas.However,on June 26,1996,the Environmental Protection Agency announced final regulations requiring risk management plans to prevent accidental releases of hazardous chemicals.An owner or operator of a facility that manufacturers,stores,handles or uses regulated toxic chemicals or flammable substances (such as propane)above certain threshold amounts is required to develop a risk management plan.For more information on these requirements contained in Section 1121 of the Clean Air Act,contact the DEC Compliance Assistance Office at 1-800- 510-2332. 33 Rural Tank Farm Compliance Assistance Check List Community:Facility: Inspector:Date: ITEM Comments 1.Eligible Facility*:oe ao Yes,No 2.Overall ae ..Poe ee ; Housekeeping,clean,uncluttered?___Good,__Fair,__Poor ADEC Spill Notification Placard on site?___Yes,__No SPCC Plan (U.S.EPA)on site?__Yes,__No Operations Manual on site?___Yes,__No Response Plan on site?___Yes,___No 3.Spill Response .- Response plan on site?___Yes,__No Response equipment on site?___Yes,__No Trained personnel available?___Yes,__No 4.Site : a Proper separation from water wells and other sources of ___Yes,___No drinking water? Proper separation from tanks to property lines or near-by __Yes,_No buildings? Proper separation from tanks for dispensing facilities?__Yes,__No Tanks and piping protected from traffic hazards?__Yes,___No Within flood plain?___Yes,___No Security fence in place?__Yes,__No Area lighting?___Yes,__No 34 ITEM Comments 5.Secondary Containment Secondary containment refers to. that will limit a spill if a tank was spring a leak..Secondary contaisystemsareusuallydikesordowalledtanks. Secondary containment in place ___Yes,__No Is the dike or other containment system large enough to ___Yes,___No contain the entire volume of the largest tank if it leaks? Secondary containment is leak proof?___Yes,___No For diked systems is Liner exposed,torn or damaged?___Yes,___No Dike structurally sound?___Yes,___No Is there a way to drain water that builds up in the secondary |___Yes,___-No containment area? Is there a visible gas or diesel sheen left when the wateris |_Yes,No drained? Is the drain valve locked to prevent accidental discharges?|Yes,__No 6.Tank Condition :Constructed in accordance with Standards (UL 142,API ___Yes,__No 650)? Emergency vents in place and operational?___Yes,__No Adequate normal venting?___Yes,___No Water draw valve?___Yes,___No Structural flaws (dents,bolted or riveted,poor welds,__Good,__Fair,__Poor severe corrosion)? Means of determining amount of fuel in tank (dip stick,tank |__Yes,___No meter,etc.)? Proper foundations?___Good,__Fair,__-Poor Adequate tank-to-tank spacing so that a person can walk __Yes,__No between tanks? Tanks of greater than 10,000 gallons capacity or multiple Yes,No tanks greater than 40,000 gallons capacity connected to fuel dispensers? 35 |ITEM Comments 7.Piping ;oe |Are there active leaks?Yes,___No Treaded or flanged joints?___Yes,___No Are there low melt point materials,such as brass or copper _Yes,No fittings,valves or pipes?Buried pipes or pipes in contact with ground without a :___Yes,___No coating and/or catholic protection? Protected from traffic hazards?/___Yes,__No Valves used that have steel or ductile iron bodies?___Yes,___No Means of locking valves?___Yes,___No Check valve at fuel receiving point?|___Yes,__No (define check va Anti-siphon or solenoid valve at connection to dispensing §__Yes,No tanks?| Shear valve/fusible link valve at dispenser?|____Yes,___No (need to explain Flex connectors at high stress locations?|___Yes,__No Pressure relief for pipe sections that can be isolated?i__Yes,__No Secondary containment at barge connection point;__Yes,__No (84 gallon minimum)? Current (checked)fire extinguishers?___Yes,__No Warning or discharge notification signs?___Yes,__No Product labels on tanks?__Yes,__No No smoking signs?;__Yes,___No Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)?,___Yes,__No | 36 ITEM Comments 9.Air Quality Are air quality permits required?___Yes,__No If yes,have permits been obtained?___Yes,___No If yes,have all monitoring,record keeping and ___Yes,___No reporting being done? 10.Propane Dee : Storage capacity of 2,500 gallons or more?Yes,No *Eligible Facility:Does the facility have a gasoline,fuel oil or lubricating oil storage capacity total greater than 1,320 gallons (or greater than 660 gallons in any one tank)in above ground tanks or total underground tank storage capacity greater than 42,000 gallons? Additional Remarks/Comments: 37 Attachment 1 Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS DEC Spill Notification Placard 38 Page |of3 TEXACO -456,TEXACO DIESEL 2 -DIESEL FUEL TEXACO -456,TEXACO DIESEL 2 --DIESEL FUEL MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET NSN:9140002865294 Manufacturer's CAGE:5H061 Part No.Indicator:A Part Number/Trade Name:456.TEXACO DIESEL 2 General Information Item name:DIESEL FUEL Company's Name:TEXACO INC. Company's P.O.Box:509 Company's City:BEACON Company's State:NY Company's Country:US Company's Zip Code:12508-0509 Company's Emerg Ph #:914-831-3400/EXT:204 Company's Info Ph #:914-83 1-3400/EXT:204 Record No.For Safety Entry:068 Tot Safety entries This Stk#:112 Status:SE Date MSDS Prepared:09DEC88 Safety Data Review Date:20MAR9I Supply Item Manager:CX MSDS Preparer's Name:R.T.Richard MSDS Serial Number:BGWFC Specification Number:VV-F-800 Spec Type,Grade,Class:GRADE DF-2 Hazard Characteristic Code:F4 Unit Of Issue:GL Unit Of Issue Container Qty:TANK CAR/TRUCK Type of Container:BULK Ingredients/Identity Information Proprietary:No Ingredient:PETROLEUM DISTILLATES (BLENDS OF PETROLEUM DISTILLATE} Ingredient Sequence Number:01 Percent:100.0 NIOSH (RTECS)Number:1001292PD OSHA PEL:NOT ESTABLISHED ACGIH TLV:NOT ESTABLISHED Other Recommended Limit:SMG/CUM,AS OIL MIST Physical/Chemical Characteristics Appearance And Odor:CLEAR AND BRIGHT LIQUID Boiling Point:650F,343C Specific Gravity:0.8521 Decomposition Temperature:UNKNOWN Solubility In Water:NEGLIGIBLE Corrosion Rate (IPY):UNKNOWN Fire and Explosion Hazard Data Flash Point:160F,71C Flash Point Method:PMCC Extinguishing Media:USE WATER FOG,CARBON DIOXIDE,FOAM.OR DRY CHEMICAL. Special Fire Fighting Proc:WEAR FIRE FIGHTING PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND A FULL FACED SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS.COOL FIRE EXPOSED CONTAINERS WITH WATER SPRAY. CONTAIN RUNOFF. Usual Fire and Exp!Hazards:COMBUSTION OR HEAT OF FIRE MAY PRODUCE HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS AND VAPORS. Page 2 of 3 Reactivity Data Stability:YES Cond to Avoid (Stability):EXTREMELY HIGH TEMPERATURES Materials To Avoid:STRONG OXIDIZING AGENTS Hazardous Decomp Products:CO and CO*2 Hazardous Poly Occur:NO Health Hazard Data LD50-LC50 Mixture:ORAL RAT:>5G/KG Route of Entry -Inhalation:YES Route of Entry -Skin:YES Route of Entry -Ingestion:YES Health Haz Acute And Chronic:ACUTE:IRRITATING TO EYES,SKIN AND DERMATITIS.DRYING OR CRACKING OF SKIN., Explanation of Carcinogenicity:MSDS SHOWS NO DATA AVAILABLE THIS PROJECT.AVOID CONTACT WIT EYES AND SKIN. signs/Symptoms Of Overexp:MILD IRRITATION.SKIN:DRYING,DEFATTIN WITH PROLONGED AND/OR REPEATED CONTACT.INHALED:HEADACHE,NAUSEA,CONFUSION,MAY CAUSE GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT IRRITATION,NAUSEA,POSSIBLE VOMITING. Med Cond Aggravated by Exp:NONE SPECIFIED BY MANUFACTURER Emergency/First Aid Proc:SKIN:REMOVE CONTAMINATED CLOTHING,WASH WITH SOAP AND WATER. CALL A PHYSICIAN IF IRRITATION PERSISTS.INHALATION:REMOVE FROM SOURCE.EYES: IMMEDIATELY FLUSH WITH WATER FOR 15 MINUTES WHILE HOLDING EYELIDS OPEN.GET MEDICAL HELP.INGESTION:IMMEDIATELY CALL A PHYSICIAN.DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING.GIVE WATER IF CONSCIOUS.NOTHING BY MOUTH IF UNCONSCIOUS. Precautions for Safe Handling and USE Steps if Matl Released/Spill:USE PROPER PERSONAL PROTECTION;REMOVE ALL IGNITION SOURCES; CONTAIN FREE LIQUID;USE INERT ABSORBENT MATERIAL AND RECOVER FOR PROPER DISPOSAL. Waste Disposal Method:DISPOSE OF COLLECTED MATERIAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL,STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS. Precautions-Handling/Storing:STORE IN COOL,DRY AND WELL VENTILATED AREA.KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT.OPEN FLAME;DO NOT USE CONTAMINATED CLOTHES. Control Measures Respiratory Protection:USE NIOSH/MSHA APPROVED RESPIRATOR FOR ORGANIC VAPORS/MIST OR OIL MIST IF ABOVE PEL/TLV. Ventilation:LOCAL/GENERAL TO MAINTAIN PEL/TLV. Protective Gloves:NEOPRENE/RUBBER. Eye Protection:CHEMICAL GOGGLES. Other Protective Equipment:EYE-WASH FACILITIES,IMPERVIOUS APRON. Work Hygienic Practices:AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES AND SKIN;DO NOT BREATHE VAPORS/MIST. WASH THOROUGHLY AFTER EACH USE. 00456. Transportation Data Trans Data Review Date:91079 DOT PSN Code:GCL DOT Proper Shipping Name:2-Ethylhexylamine * DOT Class:3 DOT ID Number:UN2276 DOT Pack Group:III DOT Label:FLAMMABLE LIQUID,CORROSIVE IMO PSN Code:ZZZ IMO Proper Shipping Name:NOT REGULATED FOR THIS MODE OF TRANSPORTATION IATA PSN Code:ZZZ IATA Proper Shipping Name:NOT REGULATED BY THIS MODE OF TRANSPORTATION AFI PSN Code:ZZZ AFI Proper Shipping Name:NOT REGULATED BY THIS MODE OF TRANSPORTATION N.O.S.Shipping Name:CONTAINS PETROLEUM DISTILLATES,A MIXTURE OF PETROLEUM HYDROCARBON. Additional Trans Data:CANNOT BE SHIPPED VIA AFR-71-4 MODE BECAUSE OF QUANTITY OF THE PRODUCT. Page 3 of3 Disposal Data Label Data Label Required:YES Technical Review Date:20MAR91 Label Status:G Common Name:456,TEXACO DIESEL 2 Chronic Hazard:NO Signal Word:WARNING! Acute Health Hazard-Moderate:X Contact Hazard-Slight:X Fire Hazard-Slight:X Reactivity Hazard-None:X Special Hazard Precautions:COMBUSTIBLE:CONTAINS DIESEL FUEL 2.MAY BE IRRITATING TO SKIN, EYES.AND RESPIRATORY TRACT.MAY CAUSE DRYING ACTION ON CONTACT.VAPOR INHALATION MAY LEAD TO CAUSE HEADACHE.DIZZINESS AND NAUSEA.HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED.DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY.IF SWALLOWED,DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING.CALL A PHYSICIAN OR POISON CONTROL CENTER IMMEDIATELY.IF SKIN OR EYES CONTACT OCCUR,FLUSH WITH LARGE AMOUNTS OF WATER.REMOVE CONTAMINATED CLOTHES AND LAUNDER BEFORE REUSE.USE WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION.AVOID BREATHING OF VAPOR.KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT AND/OR FLAME.STORE IN A COOL,DRY AND WELL-VENTILATED AREA.BOND/GROUND CONTAINERS WHEN TRANSFER LIQUID. Protect Eye:Y Protect Skin:Y Protect Respiratory:Y Label Name:TEXACO INC. Label Street:2000 LANCASTER AVE Label P.O.Box:509 Label City:BEACON Label State:NY Label Zip Code:12508-0509 Label Country:US Label Emergency Number:914-831-3400/EXT:204 Year Produced:1991 URL for this msda http://siri.org.If you wish to change,add to,or delete information in this archive.please send updates to dan@siri.org. a Pa oe 0. aeREPORT ALASKA LAW REQUIRES REPORTING OF ALL SPILLS During normal business hours contact the nearest DEC Area Response Team Office: ]269-7500 ma fax:269-7648 es]451-2121PsA]fax:451-2362 ao ens perma 465-5340 )AlSoutheastAyeaResponsefeameefax:465-2237 aska &ford Southeast WWOutsidenormalbusinesshours,call:1-800-478-9300 et Alaska | wo a Alaska Department of Environmental ConservationeSDivisionofSpillPreventionandResponse rev.6/98