Spring Compliance Check-Up: Is Your Facility Ready?
Spring is finally here—making it the ideal season for underground storage tank (UST) operators to conduct a thorough compliance check-up. Regular maintenance, detailed inspections, and compliance reviews are essential not only for the longevity and safety of your facilities but also to protect the environment and ensure you're ahead of regulatory requirements.
PASS Training & Compliance recommends the following detailed checklist for your comprehensive spring compliance review:
Inspect Equipment Thoroughly:
Check spill buckets for cracks, corrosion, debris buildup, and water intrusion. Ensure they are clean, intact, and functioning as intended.
Inspect dispensers for leaks, visible damage, malfunctioning parts, and general wear. Verify dispenser meters and internal piping integrity.
Examine hoses and nozzles for wear, tears, or signs of deterioration. Replace immediately if you notice cracks, holes, or weakened areas to prevent potential leaks or fuel loss.
Ensure all overfill prevention devices, such as automatic shut-off valves, ball float valves, and alarms, are fully operational. Perform recommended tests regularly to verify proper functionality.
Evaluate Leak Detection Systems:
Verify leak detection equipment by reviewing recent test reports and ensure the equipment aligns with manufacturer and regulatory specifications.
Perform routine checks and calibrations of sensors, alarms, monitoring equipment, and automatic tank gauges (ATGs) as recommended by the manufacturer. Address any sensor malfunctions promptly.
Confirm that monitoring consoles display accurate readings and alarms are appropriately responding to simulated leak scenarios.
Review Compliance Documentation:
Ensure leak detection records, inspection reports, test results, and certification documentation are organized, accurate, complete, and easily accessible for regulatory audits.
Confirm operator training certifications and required training records are current, correctly documented, and readily available for review.
Review any correspondence from regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with outstanding or recent requests or notifications.
Operator Training Certification Check:
Conduct a thorough review of Class A, B, and C operator training records, verifying certifications meet current state and federal requirements.
Schedule refresher courses or initial training sessions promptly if certifications have expired or will expire within the next several months. Proactively manage your training schedule to ensure continued compliance.
Ensure on-site staff understand their specific roles and responsibilities, including emergency response procedures and routine maintenance tasks.
Schedule Upcoming Compliance Activities:
Plan and schedule all required compliance tests, such as line tightness tests, tank tightness tests, and corrosion protection system tests, well in advance to avoid missing deadlines.
Schedule routine inspections, walk-through assessments, and certification renewals early, helping to avoid scheduling conflicts and ensure continuous compliance.
Develop an annual compliance calendar detailing essential dates, inspections, and required compliance activities to manage these tasks effectively.
Facility Safety and Environmental Measures:
Inspect containment sumps and areas for leaks, spills, or potential contamination issues. Immediately address any detected leaks or spills and document corrective actions.
Ensure emergency response procedures, spill containment kits, fire extinguishers, and safety equipment are fully stocked, easily accessible, and clearly marked.
Review environmental protection measures, including drainage systems and runoff management, to ensure they meet current regulatory and operational standards.
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