Agenda - 10-14-1993 - D 1 - Laserfiche WebLink

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4) In the event of a continued leak of tank or pipino, as much of the spill as possible will be collected manually and stored in the waste oil disposal tank. Immediate action will be taken to stop or minimize the leak rate. The remaining oil in the containment area will be cleaned up and properly disposed. 5) In the event of a tank or piping failure, arrangements will be made to empty the tank to a safe level , to stop or reduce the amount of the spill by immediately filling all mobile equipment on the job. Oil remaining in the containment will be handled as described in Item 4. 6) In the event of a fire, the local fire authority will be contacted immediately. All pumping equipment will be equipped with a thermally operated shutoff valve to minimize spillage outside the containment and stop the flow of fuel. 7) In the event of anNuncontained spill, the plant loaders will immediately construct a containment berm around the spill and absorb the spill with sand, screenings or agricultural lime stored or on hand at each plant site. This material will then be properly disposed. 8) Any pumps outside the containment structure or pipelines leading into or out of the containment structure will be adequately protected and have quick shutoff valves. 9) Delivery tankers are inspected before and after unloading to verify quantity received. Drivers will remain with their tankers during the entire unloading period. 10) Equipment operators will remain with the equipment during refueling. 11 ) The Plant Manager or plant personnel under his supervision will inspect the tanks, tank foundations, valves, piping, pumps and containments for leaks or items in need of repair on a regular basis and the necessary corrective action taken. 12) The entrance gates are locked when the site is unattended. Pump controls are to be locked when not in use. The general plant area is typically equipped with night lighting to discourage vandalism.