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PREVENTION: Barriers are installed to prevent vehicle collision with pumps. A Vapor Recovery System is used when filling underground tanks. No sales to unauthorized containers. No Smoking signs posted, along with self-serve instructions posted at dispensers. A tank monitoring program is also implemented. MITIGATION: Stop the source of the release as necessary. Operator should attempt to isolate leak location by inspection. If it is gasoline, then stop the source of the release by activating the emergency pump shutoff switch. Evacuate all non-essential personnel from area. Extinguish and remove all ignition sources. Use fire extinguisher if necessary. While using proper personal protective equipment, contain and absorb spill with inert absorbent. Avoid breathing vapors by approaching upwind. Chevron will coordinate whatever corrective actions need to be taken beyond the Operator's capabilities. Chevron will file whatever reports need to be filed with local and state agencies, and send a copy to the station for the Operator's files. ABATEMENT: Keep nonessential personnel away from the area. Place contaminated absorbent pads in spill pad drum. Notify Chevron Maintenance Dispatch for coordination with Hazardous Materials Contractor to remove contaminated absorbent material if required. Materials involved in cleanup will be disposed of in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local regulations. Established Company investigation procedures will be utilized to determine future preventive measures. EARTHQUAKES: Determine if storage and delivery system is secure. This shall be accomplished via the leak detection system as appropriate. If leak detection system indicates that a failure has occurred, make proper notifications as outlined in this plan. Shutdown the system until proper repair and cleanup has been accomplished. 17.HAZARDOUS WASTE CONTINGENCY: Small spills shall be taken up with absorbent pads by appropriately trained employees and stored in spill pad drum on site for pickup. Contaminated soil or other materials from a large and/or underground release shall be disposed through Chevron Maintenance Dispatch. 18. UNAUTHORIZED RELEASE RESPONSE PLAN: Notify Chevron Maintenance if leak detection system is in alarm. If there is an unauthorized release has occurred. The Chevron Environmental Compliance Staff will make proper notifications to regulatory agencies. Response plan will be in accordance to UST Tank Monitoring Plan at station. EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROCEDURES FOR CARBON DIOXIDE (if applicable) FIRE OR EXPLOSION DATA Carbon dioxide is not flammable. CAUTION: Compressed Gas Cylinder may explode in heat of fire. HEALTH HAZARD CAUTION: Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. Contact with liquid carbon dioxide may cause frostbite ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 1. Evacuate all personnel from affected areas. Use appropriate protective equipment. STORAGE Protect tank/ cylinders from physical damage Store in cool, dry, well ventilated area away from heavily trafficked areas and emergency exits. Do not allow temperatures to exceed 125 degrees where tank/cylinders are stored. Tank/cylinders should be stored upright and firmly secured to prevent falling or being knocked over Full or empty cylinders should be segregated. Use a "first in first out" inventory system to prevent full cylinders being stored for excessive periods of time. If equipped with a CO2 monitor, and it starts to chirp or the red-light flashes, notify maintenance who will dispatch a contractor. THESE EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROCEDURES MUST BE FILLED OUT AND POSTED IN THE EMERGENCY RESPONSE BINDER WITH THE SITE PLAN AT THE CASHIER PHONE