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Ralph Hayes & Son, Inc. Spill Response Procedures In the event of an accidental spill from any petroleum container located on RHS property,the following containment and clean-up measures will be adhered to: Small Spills: 1 Gallon or Less All small spills (I gallon or less) will be irmnediately cleaned up. The prompt correction of visible discharges from containers, including but not Iimited to seams, gaskets,piping,pumps, valves,rivets, and bolts, is required. ANY accumulation of oil within the secondary containment structure will be removed promptly. The employee will notify the facility manager, or his/her designated backup, of any spills or Ieaks. Minor Spills Minor discharges are generally those where: • The quantity of product discharged is small; • Discharged material is easily stopped and controlled at the time of the discharge; • Discharge is localized near the source; • Discharged material is not likely to reach water; • There is little risk to human health or safety; and • There is little risk of fire or explosion. All minor spills will be responded to in the following manner: Step 1: First employee on the scene will attempt to identify the source of the spill and the apparent rate of release. Step 2: Turn off or remove all ignition sources(i.e.,welding torches,cigarettes,etc.) If the spilled quantity can be contained without assistance,the employee will take appropriate action to stop the release and contain the spilled substance using the appropriate spill response equipment. Step 3: OR If the spilled quantity cannot be contained without assistance, the employee will immediately contact other employees in the area for assistance. Step 4. Containment of any oil spill will include: • Making sure the spill does not reach the creek using the appropriate spill response equipment (e.g. absorbent pads,booms,etc.). 0 Surrounding the complete perimeter of the spill area with sorbent materials or other means of preventing