Gasoline Facilities Compliance 1 / 60 © Copyright Training 4 Today 2001 Published by EnviroWin...

Gasoline Facilities Compliance 1 / 60 © Copyright Training 4 Today 2001 Published by EnviroWin Software LLC

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GASOLINE FACILITIES COMPLIANCE

CUSTOMIZED ENVIRONMENTAL TRAINING


INSTRUCTOR

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Discuss the Requirements for Stage I Vapor Recovery Systems.

Discuss the Requirements for Stage II Vapor Recovery Systems.

Discuss the Requirements for Normal Operations.

Discuss Recordkeeping Requirements.

Discuss System Maintenance Requirements.

Discuss Inspection Protocol.

Discuss Safety with Benzene and Static Electricity.

Discuss Other Environmental Concerns.

Recommend How to Clean Up a Small Gasoline Spill.

OBJECTIVES


Understand the Requirements for Stage I Vapor Recovery

Systems. Understand the Requirements for Stage II Vapor Recovery

Systems. Be Familiar With the Requirements for Normal Operations. Understand Recordkeeping Requirements. Understand System Maintenance Requirements. Be Familiar With the Inspection Protocol. Understand the Safety Hazards Associated with Benzene and

Static Electricity. Understand the Other Environmental Concerns. Be Familiar With How to Clean Up a Small Gasoline Spill.

GOALS


Nationally, some 1.38 million tons of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) escape from gasoline dispensing facilities each year.

Refueling accounted for 374 tons of the 16-PAH emissions (naphthalene) in the 1990 base year inventory. 16-PAH is just one of the VOC’s in gasoline.

BACKGROUND


Supervisors

Facility Engineers

Maintenance Personnel

Department Managers

Building Occupants

Process Specialists

Environmental and Safety Committees

LEARNERS


The goal of this course is to provide supervisors with the tools needed to help maintain compliance and safety at gasoline dispensing facilities. It recommends practical, actions that can be carried out by facility management, maintenance personnel and building occupants. The course will help you to integrate good gasoline dispensing facility management activities into your existing organization and identify which of your staff have the necessary skills to carry out those activities.

OVERVIEW


WHAT THIS COURSE DOES NOT DO

The course is not intended to provide information to install, repair, calibrate equipment or remove Stage I or Stage II vapor recovery equipment. These specialties required training beyond the intended scope of this course. Where this expertise is needed, outside assistance should be solicited.


CLEAN AIR ACT AMENDMENTS (CAAA)

CAAA of 1990 - One of the 189 hazardous air pollutants that has been identified is Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs).


FEDERAL REGULATIONS

Pertinent Regulations:

There are no federal regulations directly addressing gasoline dispensing facilities


STATE IMPLEMENTATION PLANS

Section 182 (b)(3) of the Clean Air Act requires states which contain all or part of a moderate ozone nonattainment area(s) to submit to EPA a State Implementation Plan revision which requires gasoline dispensing facilities (which sell more than 10,000 gallons per month or 50,000 gallons per month in the case of an independent small business marketer of gasoline) to install and operate a gasoline vapor recovery system for recovering emissions caused from the refueling of motor vehicles


STATE IMPLEMENTATION PLANS

Controls for gasoline dispensing differ from state to state Check with your state’s air control board for specific guidance General guidance is given in this training module


CONTROLLING VOCs

The major air pollution concern associated with gasoline dispensing and handling facilities is the gasoline vapors, comprised of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), that are released while refilling underground storage tanks and during vehicle refueling In the presence of sunlight, these VOCs react with oxides of nitrogen to form ozone, a pollutant which can cause lung irritation and breathing difficulty Gasoline contains numerous toxic compounds including benzene, a probable cancer causing agent Capturing gasoline vapors decreases fire hazards, unpleasant odors, and health risks


TYPES OF CONTROLS

Stage 1 Controls – Controls between the gasoline dispensing truck and the Underground Storage Tank Stage 2 Controls – Controls from the gasoline pump to the vehicle


STAGE I VAPOR RECOVERY

What Is Stage I Vapor Recovery? VOC emissions can be reduced by approximately 90 - 98% with the use of Stage I Vapor Recovery. Stage I recovery systems employ a hose that returns gasoline vapors displaced from the underground tank to the truck‘s tank cargo compartments There are two types - dual point and coaxial. - Dual point systems have two ports, with one port used to deliver gasoline from the truck to the tank, and the other to return vapors to the truck - Coaxial systems utilize one port for both liquid gasoline and vapor transport



What Are The Stage I Vapor Recovery Requirements?

1.Gasoline storage tanks must be equipped with submerged or bottom fill lines and fittings to balance gasoline vapors with the delivery transport tank

2. Owners/operators must ensure that when gasoline is unloaded from transport tanks into their storage tanks, all vapor recovery fittings are attached and operating properly 3.Only state approved vapor recovery systems may be installed on the tank(s). (continued)



What Are The Stage I Vapor Recovery Requirements? (continued)

4. All Stage I equipment installation must be performed in accordance with the latest revision of The Petroleum Equipment Institute’s "Recommended Practices for Installation & Testing of Vapor Recovery Systems at Vehicle Fueling Sites" 5. Your air district must be contacted to conduct an inspection immediately following the installation of the Stage I equipment. 6. Every time gasoline is delivered, it is the gas station owner/operator’s responsibility to ensure that the delivery driver connects the vapor recovery lines


STAGE II VAPOR RECOVERY

What Is Stage II Vapor Recovery?

Vehicle refueling at gasoline dispensing facilities is an even larger source of VOC emissions These emissions come from vapors displaced from the automobile tank during the dispensing of gasoline Stage II Vapor Recovery systems can control approximately 85% to 99% of these VOC emissions The Stage II system conveys the vapors displaced from the vehicle fuel tank back to the underground storage tank through the use of special hoses and nozzles



What Are The Stage II Vapor Recovery Requirements?

1. Owners/operators must ensure that the transfer of gasoline from stationary tanks into motor vehicle fuel tanks is conducted with an air district approved Stage II Vapor Recovery system 2. All Stage II plumbing installation must be performed in accordance with the latest revision of The Petroleum Equipment Institute’s "Recommended Practices for Installation & Testing of Vapor Recovery Systems at Vehicle Fueling Sites" 3. All Stage II Vapor Recovery lines must have a uniform slope of at least 1/8 inch per foot back to the tank to prevent traps



What Are The Stage II Vapor Recovery Requirements?

4. The air district must be contacted prior to the burial of Stage II plumbing to conduct an inspection of the vapor recovery lines

5. Stage II Vapor Recovery equipment must be installed in accordance with the system’s certification requirements and be maintained leak free, vapor tight, and in good working order



What Are The Stage II Vapor Recovery Requirements?6. If Stage II equipment is determined to be defective and unable to meet state requirements, the owner/operator must take the system out of service until it has been repaired, replaced, or adjusted as necessary 7. Owners/operators must post operating instructions for the Stage II system in the gasoline dispensing area


TESTING

1. Initial Operation - Once any newly installed Stage I or II vapor recovery system is in operational condition and ready for use, testing to verify the proper installation and function of the entire system shall be conducted Tests shall be conducted in accordance with state requirements

2. Recertification – It may be necessary to recertify equipment depending on time or system modification


NORMAL OPERATIONS

•During delivery of fuel to gas station tanks, the owner/operator of the station must ensure that the delivery driver connects the vapor recovery lines•Requirements relating to daily operations include: Stage I or II Vapor Recovery equipment must be maintained in good working condition at all times The protective caps for Stage I equipment must be on tight and locked down between unloading of fuel into tanks Sealing gaskets and poppet valves must be in good working condition


NORMAL OPERATIONS

Requirements relating to daily operations: Maintenance records must be kept for the previous 24 months of operation, and include dates and nature of maintenance and all certification tests performed The owner/operator must display a copy of the approved Notice of Construction and Annual Registration Certificate at the facility Records must be kept of the total annual gasoline throughput for the current year and two previous years, and must be available on-site for inspection by regulator staff during normal business hours


RECORDKEEPING

All records should be kept at the facility or be readily available to air regulators Records of the following should be kept:

(a) Gasoline quantities delivered to the facility.

(b) Gasoline quantities dispensed.

(c) Log of maintenance inspections of Stage II system components


RECORDKEEPING

Records of the following should be kept: continued

(d) Invoices or work orders of any repairs performed on Stage II system components

(e) Results of any tests of the Stage II system and its components

(f) Any permits issued by the state for the operation of the gasoline dispensing facility and its Stage II system


SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

All Stage I and II vapor recovery systems shall be maintained in proper working order in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications to ensure the integrity and efficiency of the systems If the vapor recovery system or a component of the system contains a significant defect, the system or component shall be taken out of service No person shall use or permit the use of that system or component until it has been repaired, replaced or adjusted Minor defects must be repaired within seven days


SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

Equipment defects that could significantly impair the effectiveness of the system and require that the system be taken out of service are:

1. The absence or disconnection of any component which is required to be used in the system as certified

2. A vapor hose which is crimped or flattened such that the vapor passage is blocked or the pressure drop through the vapor hose exceeds the allowed pressure drop in the system as certified


SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

3. A nozzle boot or coaxial hose which is torn in one or more of the following manners:a. Triangular-shaped or similar tear 1/2-inch or more to a side, or a hole 1/2-inch or more in diameter; orb. Slit, 1-inch or more in length4. A faceplate or flexible cone damaged by the following:a. For balance nozzles and for nozzles of aspirator or educator assist-type systems, damage such that the capability to achieve a seal with a fill-pipe interface is affected for 1/4 of the circumference of the faceplate; orb. For nozzles of those vacuum assist-type systems which use a flexible cone, damage such that more than 1/4 of the flexible cone is missing


SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

5. A nozzle shutoff mechanism which malfunctions in any manner.6. Vapor return lines which malfunction or which are blocked or restricted such that pressure drops through the lines exceed the requirements of the system as certified7. A vapor processing unit which is inoperative.8. A vacuum producing device which is inoperative.9. Pressure/vacuum relief valves, vapor check valves, or Stage I dry breaks which are inoperative.10. Any other equipment defect which is identified by your state regulators


SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

11. Any other defect which could impair the effectiveness of the Stage II system to recover the required amount of gasoline vapors displaced

(a) All systems affected by the above defects are to be considered defective and shall be tagged "Out of Order" (b) All replacement parts and parts used to retrofit existing dispensers for Stage II vapor recovery shall be original equipment manufacturer parts or aftermarket parts

(c) All facilities shall provide the state access to any and all components as necessary to determine compliance


TRAINING

The owner or operator of a gasoline dispensing facility shall ensure that at least one representative of the facility is knowledgeable about the operation and maintenance of the Stage II vapor recovery system in use at the facility Owners and operators shall know::1. Equipment operation and function specific to the facility's Stage I and II vapor recovery system;2. Maintenance schedules and requirements for the facility's equipment; and3. Equipment manufacturer contacts for parts and service


RECOMMENDED DAILY INSPECTION PROTOCOL

STAGE I VAPOR RECOVERY SYSTEM INSPECTIONa. The spill container is clean and does not contain gasolineb. The spill containment drain valve shall be vapor-tight. c. The fill caps are not missing, damaged or loose. d.If applicable: e. the spring-loaded submerged fill tube seals properly against the coaxial fitting f. the dry break (poppet valve) is not missing or damaged. 5. The submerged fill tube is not missing or damaged.



STAGE II VAPOR RECOVERY SYSTEM INSPECTION

1.The fueling instructions are clearly displayed with the appropriate toll-free complaint phone number and toxic warning signs. 2.The following nozzle components are in place and in good condition, as specified by the air district: faceplate/facecone; vapor splash guard/fill guard/efficiency compliance device bellows latching device spring vapor check valve spout (proper diameter/vapor collection holes)



STAGE II VAPOR RECOVERY SYSTEM INSPECTION insertion interlock mechanism automatic shut-off mechanism hold open latch

3. The hoses are not torn, flattened or crimped

4. For vacuum-assist systems, the vapor processing unit and burner are functioning properly


RECOMMENDED PERIODIC INSPECTION PROTOCOL

PERIODIC COMPLIANCE INSPECTION PROTOCOL The owner/operator of a retail gasoline transfer and dispensing facility shall at minimum verify the following during the periodic compliance inspections:(A) GENERAL INSPECTION1.The District permit is current. 2.The equipment and District permit description match. 3.The facility complies with all permit conditions. 4.The required signage is properly posted and signs contains all the necessary information. (I.e. toll-free compliant phone number, toxic warning sign, etc.)



STAGE I VAPOR RECOVERY SYSTEM INSPECTION

a.The spill container is clean and does not contain gasoline

b.The fill caps are not missing, damaged or loose

c.If applicable:

d.the spring-loaded submerged fill tube seals properly against the coaxial fitting

e.the dry break (poppet valve) is not missing or damaged



STAGE I VAPOR RECOVERY SYSTEM INSPECTION4. The submerged fill tube is not missing or damaged 5. The distance between the highest level of the discharge opening of the submerged fill tube and the bottom of the stationary storage tank does not exceed six inches 6. The Phase I vapor recovery system complies with required state certification and is properly installed 7. The spill box complies with required state certification and is properly installed 8. The vent pipes are equipped with required pressure/vacuum relief valves




1.The fueling instructions are clearly displayed

2.Each nozzle is the current state-certified model.

3.Each nozzle is installed in accordance with the state’s regulations




4. The following nozzle components are in place and in good condition: : a. faceplate/facecone; vapor splash guard/fill guard/efficiency compliance device (ECD) b. bellows c. latching device spring d. vapor check valve e. spout (proper diameter/vapor collection holes) f. insertion interlock mechanism g. automatic shut-off mechanism h. hold open latch



5. The hoses are not torn, flattened or crimped

6. The vapor recovery hoses are the required size and length

7. The hoses with retractors are adjusted to maintain a proper loop, and the bottom of the loop is within the distance from the island surface certified by the state for that particular dispenser configuration

8. The vapor recovery nozzles are equipped with required hoses



9.The bellows-equipped vapor recovery nozzles are equipped with state certified insertion interlock mechanisms 10. If required, the flow limiter is not missing and is installed properly 11. The swivels are not missing, defective, or leaking, and the dispenser-end swivels, if applicable, are Fire-Marshall approved with 90-degree stops 12. If required, the liquid removal devices comply with required state certifications and are properly installed 13. For bellows-less nozzles, the hoses are inverted coaxial type except for Hirt systems, and the vapor collection holes are not obstructed



14. For vacuum-assist systems, the vapor processing unit and burner are functioning properly

15. For aspirator-assist systems, the major components are present inside each dispenser For aspirator-assist systems with certification-required calibration stickers, the current calibration sticker is present


CLEAN FUELS PROGRAM

The Clean Air Act Amendments require the sale of low polluting "reformulated gasoline" in areas with the worst air pollution problems Clean fuels emit less hydrocarbons, and the hydrocarbons they do emit are slower to form ozone, and are less toxic Emissions from electricity, natural gas, or alcohol-powered vehicles can be as much as 90 percent lower in toxics and ozone-forming hydrocarbons than emissions from vehicles fueled with conventional gasoline


BENZENE

Benzene, an ingredient contained in some gasoline mixtures, is a suspected carcinogen OSHA’s 29 CFR 1910.1028 addresses INDOOR locations that dispense gasoline for more than 4 hours per day Outdoors, occupational exposure to mixtures greater than 0.1 percent of benzene is covered under 29 CFR 1910.1200, Hazardous Communications


There are two types of static electricity fire hazards at refueling facilities:

Type I: Filling a Container in the back of a Car on Carpet or Filling a Container in the back of a Lined Truck Bed

- Static Electricity builds up on the container and then discharges to the nozzle, igniting a fire.

STATIC ELECTRICITY


Type II: Static Discharge from a person

Common Denominators

- Starting the fueling process and engages the hold open latch

- Getting back into the vehicle during the fueling process, thus generating static buildup by sliding across the seat

- Reaching for the nozzle and discharges the static, creating a spark, igniting the vapors.

- Most have occurred at non-stage II locations

- Most often temperatures and relative humidity are low

STATIC ELECTRICITY


UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS

Underground storage tanks (USTs) that contain gasoline are tightly regulated The two primary federal regulations for USTs are:1. 40 CFR 280 Subparts A-G – Technical Standards and Corrective Action Requirements for Owners and Operators of Underground Storage Tanks (USTs)2. 40 CFT 280 Subpart H – Financial Responsibility for USTs Gasoline dispensing facilities should be familiar with the federal and state UST regulations that impact their storage tanks


ABOVEGROUND STORAGE TANKS

In many areas of the country, states delegate the regulation of above ground storage tanks (ASTs) to local fire departments In regulating ASTs, fire departments often use the Uniform Fire Code, Section 79 and the National Fire and Protection Association (NFPA) Sections 30 and 30A AST owners should find out the specific regulating guidance for their state


HAZARDOUS WASTE

Gasoline is a hazardous material and when it contaminates other materials or is absorbed by rags or absorbent, it does makes the materials a hazardous waste Materials mixed with gasoline should be stored and disposed as hazardous waste Three federal regulations: :40 CFR 261 – Identification and listing of hazardous wastes40 CFT 262 – Standards applicable to generators of hazardous waste29 CFR 19010.120 – Hazardous waste operations and emergency response


LARGE SPILLS

Facilities that could cause "substantial harm" to the environment are required to prepare and submit a facility response plan to the EPA A large spill is one where 25 gallons or more is released or if the spill threatens to enter storm drains, waterways or a sensitive environmental areas A best management practice is to develop a contingency plan for a “worst case” scenario prior to a large spill occurring


SMALL SPILLS

Be prepared to handle small spills of 25 gallons or less that are contained to pavement and do not enter storm drains or waterways To prepare for a small spill:

1. Read through the Material Safety Data Sheet

2. Acquire the necessary personal protective equipment

3. Acquire the necessary absorbent materials and spreading equipment.

Important Note: Only acquire Non-sparking rakes, spreaders and brooms


SMALL SPILLS

Once a small spill occurs:1. Don appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)

2. Warn others to stay clear of the area

3. Ensure there are no open sources of electricity or flames in the area

4. Cone or tape the area off

5. Protect storm drains and other sensitive areas from the spill


SMALL SPILLS

6. Start by laying down absorbent socks around the spill until it is entirely surrounded

7. Once you have contained the oil spill, you will need to start absorbing the gasoline (If it is more than a couple of gallons that has spilled, it is recommended that you first use absorbent mats to soak up the gasoline)

8. For 1 to 2 gallon spills, pour loose absorbent right on to the spill


SMALL SPILLS

9. Use only special non-sparking equipment to spread and pickup the adsorbent

10. Spread the absorbent through the gasoline until all of the gasoline had been absorbed by the absorbent Never just let the gasoline dry up in place!


SMALL SPILLS

11. Properly dispose of gasoline soaked absorbent in a leakproof container

12. Ensure the container is labeled “Used Gasoline Absorbent”

13. Either recycle or dispose as hazardous waste


SMALL SPILLS

The MSDS recommends how to launder any clothing soiled by the gasoline All equipment and PPE should be cleaned with rags Rags should be placed in leak proof containers and recycled or disposed of as hazardous waste


Remember, You Control Your Facility or Area!

Review Procedures With Them Before Starting the

Job!

Ensure They Are Properly Trained!

Determine Their Environmental Compliance Record!

Determine Who Is in Charge of Their People!

Determine How They Will Affect Your Facility’s

Environmental Compliance!

TIPS FOR USING CONTRACTORS


ELEMENTS OF A SUCCESSFUL GASOLINE DISPENSING FACILITY PROGRAM

1. DETAILED WRITTEN GASOLINE DISPENSING FACILITY

INSPECTION GUIDELINES.

2. DETAILED WRITTEN GASOLINE DISPENSING FACILITY

BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES.

3. EXTENSIVE EMPLOYEE TRAINING PROGRAMS

4. PERIODIC REINFORCEMENT OF TRAINING

5. SUFFICIENT DISCIPLINE REGARDING IMPLEMENTATION

6. PERIODIC FOLLOW-UP


THE IMPORTANCE OF A CLEAN ENVIRONMENT

“I would ask all of us to remember that protecting our environment is about protecting where we live and how we live. Let us join together to protect our health, our economy, and our communities -- so all of us and our children and our grandchildren can enjoy a healthy and a prosperous life.”

Carol Browner Former EPA Administrator

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