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Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan Tesla Treatment Facility Page 27 of 45 2.8 Secondary Containment Non-Practicability [40 CFR§112.7(d)] Facility management has determined that secondary containment at the facilities subject to the SPCC Rule is practicable. 2.9 Inspections, Testing and Records [40 CFR§112.7(e)] Pursuant to 40 CFR§112.7(e) of the SPCC Rule, inspection and testing of the storage tanks and containers, piping, valves, sensors and related equipment are conducted by trained facility operators and specialty vendors to ensure tank and equipment integrity, and to detect any leaks or spills, or any cracks or other distress that could cause a discharge. Written procedures have been developed for conducting the inspections and testing. Records of inspections and tests are kept with the SPCC Plan in the Operations Building for a period of three (3) years. 2.9.1 Inspection and Testing Schedule Table 2-5 below summarizes the inspections and testing performed at the facility. Table 2-5: Inspection and Testing Program Facility Inspection/Testing Tasks Frequency Component Emergency Power Generation Facility Aboveground tanks. Test container integrity.Visual inspection of container Following a regular schedule exterior for signs of leakage,deterioration,and distress. (monthly,annual inspections)and whenever material repairs are made. Tank and equipment Visually inspect container's supports and foundations. Following a regular schedule support and foundation. (monthly,annual inspections)and whenever material repairs are made. Liquid level sensing Inspect and test for proper operation by a qualified Annually. devices(SimplexTM). technician as per the manufacturer's requirements. Leak Detection Sensors Inspect and test for proper operation by a qualified Annually. (Veeder Root). technician as per the manufacturer's requirements. Lowermost drain and all Visually inspect. Prior to filling and departure. outlets of tanker truck. All aboveground valves, Assess general condition of items,such as flange joints, Monthly. piping,and appurtenance. expansion joints,valve glands and bodies,catch pans, pipeline supports,locking of valves,and metal surfaces. Underground piping. Inspect for deterioration,integrity and leak testing. Whenever a section of underground piping is exposed for any reason. At the time of installation,and whenever material repairs are made. Generator engines. Visual inspection for possible leaking oil and distress Whenever power generator is during engine operation. operating,and whenever material repairs are made. Interior of Simplex and Assess general condition of items,such as flange joints, Monthly and after use. other control consoles. valve glands and bodies,catch pans,pipeline supports, locking of valves,and metal surfaces.