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PEI/RP1200-17 WARNING: FIRE HAZARD • Extinguish all smoking materials and open flames. • Do not start or operate vehicles. • Do not operate electric power tools in classified areas. • Do not wear clothing that can generate static charges. • Discharge personal static by touching a grounded metallic object before enter- ing a classified area. • Remove from service any tank system or dispenser that Is leaking fuel or vapor. Observe the following precautions when working in a classified area or in any area where fuel vapors may be present, • Open flames from matches or cigarette lighters, burn- ing cigarettes, cigars or pipes can ignite fuel vapors and should never be allowed in the vicinity of fuel dispensing equipment or open containment sumps. Sparks from vehicle ignition systems, starting the vehicle, using the battery or from AC -powered tools and devices, such as work lights or flashlights, can ignite fuel vapors. Use explosion -proof equipment or non -sparking tools when working in areas where fuel vapors may be present. Static electricity generated by friction on articles of clothing or vehicle upholstery can cause a spark sufficient to ignite fuel vapors. Wear clothing that does not accumulate static charges. Individuals should discharge static electricity by touching a grounded metallic object well outside a classified area before reaching into a space wherever flammable vapors may be present. • Be familiar with the location and operation of appropriate fire extinguishers or fire suppression systems at the facility before beginning any inspection, test or maintenance task. • A UST system component or dispenser that is leaking fuel or vapor should not remain in service. If a leak is discovered, deactivate the system or component, label it "Out of Service" and notify the appropriate person. 3.5 People Hazards. Other personnel present at a facility may cause significant hazards. Customers operat- 0 peLorg ing vehicles, facility managers or operators who re-ener- gize electrical circuits that have been turned off, or clerks who authorize sales at dispensers that are being serviced are hazards that must be anticipated and addressed. Always advise personnel in charge of point-of-sale systems and the facility management of work to be done. Take note of traffic patterns. Note the activities of any other workers at the facility and discuss with them ways of minimizing or eliminating any hazards that may be presented by their activities. Use traffic barriers, PPE, lock-out/tagout procedures, fuel shutoff valves and pump electrical disconnects as necessary to ensure safety during dispenser and tank system inspection, testing and maintenance activities. 3.6 Test Equipment. Use equipment intended for test- ing spill, overfill, leak detection and secondary contain- ment equipment. For tests that impose a vacuum on a containment volume or interstitial space, use only an air -operated vacuum source or a vacuum pump powered by an explosion - proof motor. Vacuum pumps with electric motors that are not explosion -proof may ignite flammable vapors. If a portable air compressor is used, it should be located at least 20 feet away from the venturi-eductor or outside any Class I, Division I area. 3.7 Confined Space Entry. UST system containment sumps may be large enough to present hazards associated with confined space entry. Refer to OSHA 1910.146 for further guidance on confined space entry procedures. 3.8 Use of Water Versus Product for Testing. Do not use gasoline, gasoline/ethanol blends, diesel fuel or other stored liquids to test the integrity of spill buck- ets and containment sump walls. Use water or other approved monitoring liquid for tests requiring a test liq- uid. A release of product from a leaking system presents a safety hazard and could cause environmental damage. Follow the guidelines in Section 6.7 for proper disposal of water used in testing. 3.9 Responding to Spills. Spills may occur during maintenance, testing or repair activities. Follow the spill response procedure specified by the facility owner or operator. A spill kit should be readily available at the facility. Avoid igniting spilled fuel. Immediately remove people from the area and verify that no open flames or other ignition sources are in the area of the spill. Do not allow the starting of vehicles in the area.