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Bulk Fuel Tank Farm Truck Unloading: Truck unloading procedures meet the minimum U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)requirements during(49 CFR 173.30). Prior to making any transfers, facility personnel determine the quantity of product the tanks can receive. The following standardized procedures for loading/unloading are designed to prevent spills and releases of oil at the facility during transfers. 1. The tanker operator will check in with the Facility Coordinator, Mechanic or designee (Terminal representative). 2. The Terminal representative will accompany the tanker operator to the fuel pad, unlock the applicable fill cap(s)and"stick"the tanks to ensure sufficient volume exists to receive the delivery (a tanker contains a maximum of 7,600 gallons.) 3. Prior to unloading,drains and outlets on the truck are examined for leakage. If necessary,the outlet and drain valves will be tightened, adjusted or replaced to prevent leakage. 4. The tanker operator will be instructed to follow all DOT regulations as to proper procedures for off-loading fuel. The tanker operator will be directed to use the facility's pump and will be instructed to attend to his equipment at all times (the terminal representative will periodically observe the operator to make sure these instructions are followed). The tanker operator will be advised as to the location of absorbent materials and to where he can find assistance in the event of a problem. 5. At the completion of the delivery, the tanker operator will notify the Terminal representative who will inspect the off-loading area to make sure the proper disconnects have been made and that all valves are properly secure. The Terminal representative will then re-inventory the tank(s) to determine the final volume. 6. Before the departure of the delivery truck, drains and outlets on the truck will be examined for leakage. If necessary,the outlet and drain valves will be tightened,adjusted or replaced to prevent leakage. The truck driver and facility personnel will respond to contain spills. Tank Unloading: Fuel is transferred from the fuel farm via two underground double wall pipes to the maintenance building. Pumps, located at the fuel farm adjacent to the tanks, are used to transfer the fuel. For pump operation, the primary circuit breaker at the fuel delivery area must be on. Additionally, on/off switches are positioned at three locations including the control panel at the tank fuel farm, at the vertical posts at the north end of the fuel lanes in the Inspection Area, and the north wall of the shop supervisor's office. Any one of these three switch locations can be utilized to shutdown the fuel line in the event of a leak. On both ends of this underground piping are leak detection manholes to assist in monitoring for leaks and recovering lost material should a leak occur. Within the buildings, transfer lines pass overhead to the dispensing stations. Due to 24 hour operations, any leak would immediately be apparent to terminal personnel. Maintenance Shop Loading Procedure: The drums are brought to the building as needed by fork truck. Unloading Procedure: A hand pump or air powered pump is used to remove product from the drums. 16