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Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan Tesla Treatment Facility Page 14 of 45 The Chief Stationary Engineer or designate supervises oil deliveries for all new suppliers, and periodically observes deliveries by existing, approved suppliers. The fuel transfer pump may be used to transfer fuel from the tanker truck to either bulk storage tank. The transfer system allows for both auto and manual modes with the preferred method being auto. Operating instructions for the SimplexTM Automated FuelPort are posted in the console's control panel. Predetermined alarms are sent for high and low fuel level, valve failure, loss of flow and pump not in auto mode. Table 2-2 Fuel Transfer Procedures For Tanker Trucks Fuel Transfer Stage Tasks Prior to Visually check all hoses for leaks and wet spots. loading/unloading Verify that sufficient volume is available in the storage tank(or in the tanker truck if unloading oil from the storage tank to tanker truck). Secure the tanker truck with wheel chocks and interlocks. Ensure that the tanker truck's parking brakes are set. Verify proper alignment of valves and proper functioning of the pumping system. Establish adequate bonding/grounding prior to connecting to the fuel transfer point. Turn off cell phone. During loading/unloading Tanker truck driver must stay with the tanker truck during loading/unloading. Driver must read and understand the operating instruction of the SimplexTM Automated FuelPort. Periodically inspect all systems,hoses and connections. When loading,keep internal and external valves on the receiving tank open along with the pressure relief valves. When making a connection,shut off the vehicle engine. Monitor the liquid level in the receiving tank to prevent overflow. Monitor flow meters to determine rate of flow. When topping off the tank,reduce flow rate to prevent overflow. After loading/unloading Make sure the transfer operation is completed. Close all tank and loading valves before disconnecting. Securely close all tanker truck internal,external,and dome cover valves before disconnecting. Secure all hatches. Disconnect grounding/bonding wires. Make sure the hoses are drained to remove the remaining oil before moving them away from the connection.Use a drip pan. Cap the end of the hose and other connecting devices before moving them to prevent uncontrolled leakage. Remove wheel chocks and interlocks. Inspect the lowermost drain and all outlets on tank truck prior to departure.If necessary,tighten,adjust,or replace caps,valves,or other equipment to prevent oil leaking while in transit. Remove drip pan and wipe off any fuel splatter from receiving tank apparatus. Properly contain and dispose of waste as per Section 2.3.8 of this SPCC Plan.