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4) Section 3 states "If either the vacuum or pressure test fail in the last part of Step 2, then it is evident that the secondary wall is leaking water into the annular space" PHS/EHD recommends removal of the UST if either the vacuum or the pressure test fail. PHS/EHD recommends that all openings to the tank be fitted with tamper proof covers during the pressure and vacuum tests. Note that PHS/EHD has final approval for all repairs and conditions. This tank will not be approved until such time as the tank shows that it is not leaking. 5) Section 4 states "a reasonable pressure of about 3 psi in the annular region only" PHS/EHD recommends once the tank is removed to pressurize the annular space per standard installation procedures by bleeding over from the primary to the secondary to a pressure of just below 5 psi. The 5 psi will be maintained for lh hour during which time the entire surface of the secondary tank is washed with a soap solution. The presence of bubbles will indicate a crack in the secondary tank at which point PHS/EHD recommends that the tank be repaired or replaced. 6) The Special Inspector must make all internal inspections and certification of all repairs. 7) If the tank has been determined not to be damaged it will be required to have a vacuum test of 7 inches of mercury held for 24 hours. Full requirements for this test will be provided. Vacuum test is required for final approval. 8) The Underwriters Laboratory Label must be maintained and all warranties extended by the tank manufacturer. With a letter to PHS/EHD and tank owner upon completion verifying the above requirements. 9) PHS/EHD must witness all tests and inspections of the tank. If PHS/EHD is not at the site the tests will not be approved. 10) The Special Inspector will provide written repair plans and certification prior to any repair and will provide certification letters after the repairs are made. 11) PHS/EHD requires copies of all manifests for removed wastes. 12) A passing tank integrity test is required prior to issuance of the UST operating permit.