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Staying in ComplianceDispensing EquipmentSpill/OverfillPresented by Travis BentonUnited Pump and Controls, Inc.
New EPA UST Requirements Perform Walkthrough Inspections Every 30 Days– Spill Buckets, Overfill Prevention, and Release Detection– Must Keep Records of Walkthrough Inspections Perform Annual Inspections of Containment Sumps and Hand Held Release Detection Equipment Spill Buckets must be tested every 3 years for tightness, unless double walled with periodic interstitial monitoring Overfill Prevention Equipment must be inspected every 3 years
New EPA UST Requirements Containment Sumps must be tested every 3 years for tightness, unless double walled with periodic interstitial monitoring Under Dispenser Containment Sumps (UDC) are now required when installing new dispenser systems Ball Float Valves no longer approved for overfill prevention on new UST installations– Existing Ball Float Valves can continue to be used for OFP, must be tested every 3 years– If an existing Ball Float Valve fails an operability test it must be replaced with one of the other approved overfill prevention devices (automatic shutoff device or overfill alarm)
US EPA Resources
Monthly Required Checks Annual Required Checks Recommended ChecksEPA Sample Checklist
Use PEI RP-900 as a guide for: MonthlyWalkthrough InspectionsDaily, Monthly and Annual Inspection Checklists in Appendix
Fill covers present, not broken or damaged.Fill covers are identified by color and located on the correct tank.Tank Pad
Spill BucketsNo cracks, bulges or holes.
Fill PipeFill cap in good condition, seals tightly.
Overfill Prevention – Drop Tube Shutoff• Monthly : Visually inspect for debris or obstructions in valve• 3 Year Inspection:• Valve moves freely and operates according to manufacturer’s specifications.• Valve is installed to shut off flow at 95% Capacity
Overfill Prevention - Alarm Use the “Test” button to test visual and audible alarmsKeep records of test every 3 years
Overfill Prevention – Ball Float ValveExisting Ball Floats are still allowed but must be tested every 3 years. Failed BFV’s must be replaced with Drop Tube or Alarm
Containment SumpsAny water or product removed and disposed of properly.
Clean and DryDispenser Sumps
Anchor bolts and dispenser frame solid and in good condition.
Emergency shutoff (impact valve) anchored.
Check for leaks in hydraulic area.Discoloration
Electrical conduit, junction boxes, and wiring in good condition.
Hoses in good condition, no cuts, cracks, bulges, blisters, flat spots, kinks or worn spots.
Breakaways and swivels in good condition.
Check nozzles for good condition.
Filters clean, dry, and datedCheck length of time since last filter change.
Meter(s) calibrated within last 12 months.
If suction pump, check belts and clean strainer.(strainer inside of pump housing)
Warnings and fueling instructions posted and readable.
Emergency Stop Switch easy to see and accessible. Test it!
Resources US EPA Musts for USTs November 2015– https://www.epa.gov/ust/musts-usts US EPA Operating and Maintaining USTs February 2016– https://www.epa.gov/ust/operating-and-maintaining-underground-storage-tank-systems-practical-help-and-checklists
Resources PEI RP900– http://www.pei.org/rp900 – Daily, Monthly, Annual Inspection Checklists are Free to DownloadTravis BentonUnited Pump and Controls, Inc.770-662-0440