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GENERAL INFORMATION: 1. Obtain EPA Site Number from the Department of Health Services (916) 324-1781 for temporary hazardous waste removal activities associated with underground tank removals. 2. Disposal Information: Public Health Services Tracking sheet will accompany each tank removed from site. Tank(s)will be issued an identification number which PHS-EHD's representative will note on the Tank Tracking Sheet and Contractor will affix same ID Number onto tank end using fluorescent spray paint. Contaminated tank/piping are to be transported under Hazardous Waste Manifest by a registered hazardous waste hauler. 3. Contractor to Provide: Combustible/Flammable gas detector to verify the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) atmosphere and oxygen level of tank prior to lifting from excavation, adequate number and appropriate type(s) of fire extinguisher(s),barriers to secure the area as necessary to minimize traffic and pedestrian interference,and fluorescent spray paint to affix tank(s)identification number. It shall be the project manager's responsibility for compliance with all health & safety precautions and requirements,which shall be strictly adhered to at all times during the course of the closure activities. 4 The PHS-EHD permit shall be on site during excavation and removal. 5. Any changes in this document must be approved by this department prior to initiating work. 6. Closure-in-Place: If Closure-in-Place is the suggested method of abandonment; complete form EH 23 039 and submit written approval from the local Fire Department. 7. Temporary Closure: If Temporary Closure is the suggested method of abandonment; complete form EH 23 046 and submit written approval from the local Fire Department. 8. The following shall be submitted 30 days after tank removal date: a) Analytical results with a chain of custody. b) Tank Tracking Record Sheet(s) and/or Hazardous Waste Manifest(s). C) Hazardous Waste Manifests for rinsate, residual fuel, waste oil receipt, and piping. d) Submit a compaction report as required by San Joaquin County and its incorporated City Building Departments. This report will be referred to the appropriate agency for their review. A site which has had UST(s) removed, shall not be considered for closure until the above items are submitted for review. Page 2 EH23 040 (Rev 3/20/91)