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<br /> sibility of accidentally imposing a high Vaeaanl TABLE 4 1records or rise ATG Indoor. Prepare a momihmng
<br /> Out cold damage Use took. The tat of the valve Test parameters fluid solution to add to the Interstitial space. See PIPING SECONDARY
<br /> is recommended because it flat ts the vacuum CONTAINMENT INTEGRITY
<br /> that can be applied to the interstitial spree.); Tank Vseuum, j CapaCRy, Duration, 4.3.6 Steel Tanks. Liquid-fillet (hydrosmtic)
<br /> Typo Inches Hg gallons Mum tests on Meet tanks require the same fluid as the TESTING
<br /> • vacuum gauge With a range of 0 inches to 30 < 20 o00 a monitoring Raid. Contact the manufacturer for
<br /> inches Hg graduated in immm nts of 03 inches FIM&Iass 10 2oo00• 2 instructions, 6.1 General. Underground product is available
<br /> Hg or less; rgmwm p piping
<br /> < 20.000 S 4.3.7 Fiberglass Tanks. Determine tank size oath single and double wall-s. Ddmble-wallcd piping pro.
<br /> • toggle valve and vacuum howl; steal 6 20000• 2 and diameter and apply the appropriate method. sides containment for leaks from primary containment
<br /> • Mopwarch w Mho time-nxasssrtnxnt device and most be Ink-free to Prevent release of product into
<br /> capable of measuring a I -second incr n alt; 4.3.8 Test Equipment. Tal equipment shall the environment,
<br /> 4.2.9 Pass/Fall Criteria. If them is no bxs in include:
<br /> • plumber's Plug. vacuum level, no liquid am drawn into rise imcr- 5.2 Purpose. This method is used to tut Ilse integrity
<br /> 4.2.8 Test Procedure.
<br /> venial space during Use test dumn .s
<br /> liuhown in Table • monitoring fluid; of piping intersdtial spacers).
<br /> 4.1, and the tanksecondary containment arra has 0 stopwatch or other time-ucasumnemt daiee 5.3 Description of Test. The inkntitial state is
<br /> L Install the plumber's plug in the interstitial to additional fluid than at the start of the les, Oen "Pablo of nxnsuring a 1-second inremem; scaled at rise end and is pressurized With an inert gas,
<br /> fb tis) below any tees, the tank secondary containment passes the mg. • tape measure. The pressure is monitored for 1 Mur. If any poessme'drop
<br /> 2. Connect the vacuum gauge, calve and the If Gere is any vacuum lost during the test tr liquids occurs, the secondary containment fails the tat.
<br /> vacuum•gcncmling device to the filling on the we drawn into the Interstitial then the tank 4.3.9 Test Procedure.
<br /> plumbers plug. The valve should be between east. 1. Remove an scrocr that myy be tnstalltd in the 5.4 Test Conditions. The primary pipe may contain
<br /> umndan• containment fails Ibe Ia1. it � > fuel• and dispensing activities may continue during the
<br /> the cxuum source Inlet and the pressure tank interstitial space. h' g y c e
<br /> gauge. The gauge should be between the valve 4.3 Tank Secondary Containment Integrity Testing mat wLOroul affecting test insults.
<br /> and the fitingso itwill madmhe interstitial %=- - Hquid-Filled Test Method, 2. Deferrable and nrvnl the groundwater level.
<br /> 5.5 Preparation,e If interstice
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<br /> pen to
<br /> the contains prw-
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<br /> vara when the oaks, is closed. The automatic 4.31 General. This est tnelhod tests the into 3. Add lest liquid m the tank Interstitialiwrspace act croute that Ila; iotes o u open 10 the atmosphere
<br /> before
<br /> vacuum shuto0 valve is lanced m the inlet of g' bringing the fluid level into the riser (sural- � tf� aprecision teat on the m piping before
<br /> the vacuum-producing device and should be rity of the liquid-belled interstitial vpace. Thum am a pipe) m the appropriate level based on the conhclin a 1 t on IM secunda containmentPiping.
<br /> i n
<br /> set at a minimum of 10 percent and no more number of variables Ural affect this ta, such as inter- mamdacsurcrs vvriden procedure. 8 secondary PPi F�
<br /> than 2 inches fig above the test va oma stinal space volume, temperature• water table and Termination rulings must be sealed al all g g pipingform file
<br /> 3. Ensure all connections are airtight, product eves in the Primary ink. Refer to Appendix 4 tlrt es�nl the stoning level and scan time of
<br /> A for specific mvrufacturvrs' test procedures. tilos, and cal finings must M accessible In perform Ox
<br /> Icd.
<br /> 4. Sart the vacuum-gencmting devise, and open5. Stan the time-mniamemnl device.
<br /> 4.3.2 Purpose. This gametal ralhod is used to
<br /> the rake. test the integrity of Use liquid-filled secondary con. 6. Wait the appropriate time accordin • to rise ❑recd with rise piping manufacturer er of uv to ng testing
<br /> S procedures nM the proper pressure Mince tt.6n� . Te.t
<br /> S. full ter vacuum to 10 inches Hg fir fiberglass tainment of 1157. manufxlurcr's Ia1 procedure.
<br /> tanks and 6 inches Hg for steed rant. Close the
<br /> valva 14.3.3 Desedptlon of Test. Liquid is added to 7. Document the ending level and ending time of
<br /> 6. Allow to vacuum to stabilize for A minimum
<br /> the interstitial space of the tank and dee level is Use lest.
<br /> of l ndhe vee at IM o staficd vacuum keel. m brought up into the interstitial riser. The liquid level Be Determine and record the groundwater level.
<br /> is monitored for a specified period of Lime. If the
<br /> a stable vacuum cannot be mainlaintd, tat liquid level is maintained- then the containment 9. Remove liquid added to the tank interstitial
<br /> equipment shall be inspected bar leakage. system has passed the test spar, aced muore the liquid level in the link
<br /> Repeat steps 4 am15 until a stable vacuum is Interstitial to nomui operating condition.
<br /> achieved. If a stable vacuum canna be main. 4.3,4 Test Conditions. The primary contain- IL
<br /> 10. Reinstall the sensor see that it is installed within
<br /> tainod, Ore tank secondary containment integ. mem may contain any level of product. Determine
<br /> rity test fails, whether the groundwater depth is above the bottom manufacture's specifications.
<br /> of ter tank. Consult specific ma ufacmrer's Ira e- 4.3.10 Pass
<br /> 7. When the vacuum level smbilins, rttcnJ the /fall Criteria, Compare IM data to �•_
<br /> alums in regard m groundwater and performing the the manufacturers dfail criteria inAppendix A
<br /> vacuum level and the est st:urt tine. les .
<br /> tat. No bulk deliveries sh:Jl attar within & hours to determine it the tank has pasuel the lest.
<br /> S. Obsrrve the vacuum level for the period of Prier to conducting or during ter est. No dispense
<br /> time shown in Table 4-1, ing may occur during the duration of the test, ,
<br /> 9. Record the final time and vacuum level. 4.3.5 Preparation. Detemfim the volume of -
<br /> :LO. CThrk the interstitial space for accumulation of the lank and identify the test being performed. FIGURE 5-3. soots on piping hansitions and through
<br /> liquid. Tank volume information Ls available front/ facility sump wails most be leaktight when piping secondary
<br /> containment Integrity testing Is performed.
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<br /> Recommmded Dacdms W the Testing and Verification of SPA Oveda, leak Detection and secondary Catakanent Equipment m un facilities , PEIIRP1200.12
<br /> ing requirements stated in this recommended practice Are 6.2.1 Purpose. This method is used to test the S. If the spill bucket is found to have cracks, loose
<br /> georal stutentents and may vary. Recommended pros. 6. SPILL BUCKET AND integrity of single-walled spill buckets or the pri- Pants or separation of to bucket from the fill
<br /> sum levels and test dumrfnmare addressed in section 5.7. CONTAINMENT SUMP wary containment of secondarily contained spin pipe, it is not considered to be fiquid-tight. This
<br /> Piping manufxtumis' test procedures may differ. TESTING buckets, visually indicates a lest failure. �
<br /> This tat cart be crosheted in sections or As one con- 6.2.2 Description of Test. The spill bucket is
<br /> tinuous pipe depending on tx insatlation. Care should be NOTE If the 011 cap is not palmed in IIx
<br /> taken to ensure that the entire secondary containment of tan General. Spill buckets and l mar d designed
<br /> for begin with and e d o water level is measured m the spill be the
<br /> tat rte of the cap Is el tight, it
<br /> rank systems are neither interni•ol ono Jedgned f<r the beginning and ems of the test. mud M to soauce of potential fuel mntanii-
<br /> the piping system is tate], smmge of petroleum products, but rather to contain small nation from water Lanolin".
<br /> 5.6 Test Equipment. Tat equipment shall include: leaks aps
<br /> nd spills for shun periodsof rinse. This section 8.2.3 Teat Equipment. Tat equipment shall
<br /> describes the procedures used to ethe integrity of spill include:
<br /> • inert gas source (nitroen, helium, etc.); NOTE 0eforc phone allowailly plugging. ansate
<br /> g' buckeL< and containment sumps to ensure that They ole not sumer, That local regulations allow the drain rake to
<br /> • stopwatch or other time-nxaswemert device capable leak. • measuring stick that is afnmle to within I116 be pemuuxmly plugged.
<br /> of measuring a 1-second increment; 6.2 Split Bucket Integrity Testing - Hydrostatic (0.063) inch and of sufficient length;
<br /> • lest tubing assemblies (Tubing a semblia provide Test Method, - • Plumber's plug (appropriate size, if used); 6.2.5 Test Procedure.
<br /> Areas to the beginning and end of the interstitialL Add Water m the s III bake) to a level within
<br /> ls such
<br /> space ). • stopwatch or other lime-nxasummenl skvice P
<br /> WARNING: Do not use fueas Baso, capable of measuring a 1-smiand increment. 1 .5 inches of the top of the spill bucket. Allow
<br /> • pressure gauge with a 15 prig maximum pressure read- line, E65 or diesel es a test fluid because the water to seuie for5 mimmn before dw initial
<br /> ing with 0.5 increments. they present a serious fire and safety 6.2.4 Preparation, water level measurement Is taken.
<br /> hazard, Gasoline vapors are flammable L Cam should be taken when conducting the lest 24 Place the measuring stick vertically at IN, lowest
<br /> 5.7 Test Procedure. and can explode if exposed to an Ignition
<br /> a open in the rain or During freezing weatxr condi- point in the so bucker and extending above m
<br /> 1. 1f necessary, re-install teinvian poots source such as a spark or(test) bof pip- p n flame. 11 nrtc liwawaterlevelt
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<br /> level lis allow for m aAccuraterncasuie-
<br /> ing terminations. a tank or containment area Is not tight, ment to be taken. TM location of the measuring
<br /> 2 If necessary, connect the tubing assemblies to the sec, using Fuel as the test fluid will cause a 2. Remove and properly dispou of any liquid and stick must remain the same for each water level
<br /> ousg ' release Into the soli or groundwater. debris (leaves, sediment and lash) in the spill measurement. Document the initial water level
<br /> the sec containment lamination taste ❑Icing on each end of bucket. Clem the spill bucket and examine it for measumment a measured form the boton of
<br /> Oe section of piping lube IateJ. damage, defects or improperly installed compo- J
<br /> 3. Connect the inert source and gauge. nems. If then: are kale coopnnuan bag., louse the spill bucket. Alternative nx:tsuretncm uxth-
<br /> gas pleasure _ F nal may be used provided that measurement 10
<br /> trmid clong the
<br /> bolls),gr ty lest. these nems Mem%forr 1/16 (0.063) inch can be made.
<br /> 4. Gtadodiy pressurize the interstitial space l0 5 psiB• conducting ter Integrity lest. If there arc itcnts
<br /> Close the valve and allow the premum to stabilize. drat mwl be nyain d or mpl ed (e.g.. detcdo- 3. Take all pnrautfo s to prevent the acted level
<br /> Repressvrize to the sguificl test pressure if necessary. Wad• tecta - rated gaskem/scall or drain valva), notify the from being disturbed during the duration of the
<br /> S. Observe the pressure for a period of 1 hour. awntr/operator. test.
<br /> 6, If the piping pressure after I hour is less 01311 the tat - 3. Exemia the fill cap and mt prer fitting for 4. Mer 1 hour• document the ending Water level
<br /> pressure. check ertnimaton finings and test assemblies _ loose, missing or damaged Fans, and make measurement,
<br /> for peaks. necessary repairs. Complete any repairs MDrt
<br /> putting Water in the spill bucket. Make sure that 6. Upon fcompletion
<br /> the %a on of id Its, remove and and
<br /> 7. Release the pressure on the system slowly. the seal on the NI cap is present and In goad 1>� of the water acroNimg les Sefton 6.7, and
<br /> S. Remove Ila test equipment. - condition. The sap must fit securely and he lack- dry the inside of [his spill hrucket before reaming
<br /> tq P it m service.
<br /> 9. Restore the piping to its normal ratio condition. tight din the rises The sumer level during the test
<br /> P P g operating typically w ill be abate tile cap, so a Inking cap 6.2.6 Pau/Fall Criteria, If rix water level has
<br /> 6.8 Pass/Fail Criteria. If no possum change occurs Will fault in a failed rat. As an Alternative Io a dropped less than I/8 (0.125) inch. the spill bucket
<br /> period, pipingsy pis sight fill cap, use a plumber's plug in to fill riser the integrity test.
<br /> during the ted rid. theMem the sec- passes gn Y es
<br /> undary contaminator integrity terl. FIGURE 61. The tyuses Ua method to tlleaks. he if approved t by the net.authority having jurisdiction
<br /> spell burRel Nteg� uses water to detect teaks. The (AHP) And tank owner. If IM water Iae3 has dropped I/8 (0. 13) inch or
<br /> If firm is any drop In pressure over the mal period- IM measuring sdek must be Plated lot the some location greater, the spill bucket fails the integrity test.
<br /> piping fails fix smodary containment Integrity test. at the beginning and end of the test period fo ensure 4. TM spill-baker ass t vzat.lve, if present, ental
<br /> accurate water fevel readings, be Irak-tight m pass the tali if it re not leak- Me Spill Bucket Integrity Testing - Vacuum Test
<br /> If cera k any, Lanyu m pressure uru the cal period, tight. it rtuY be simply Method
<br /> rc at Oc tat. g possible m sins I remove and
<br /> fe Permanently t plug man drain lug.e s However.t if
<br /> you choose lis permanently plug. ensure that the 6.31 Purpose. 77th method is used In tat eft
<br /> loal regulatfms allow this modification. Lntegriq of single•wallel spill buckets or the pri•
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