liquid spill and leak response standard operating procedure

LIQUID SPILL AND LEAK RESPONSE Standard Operating Procedure

This stand-up talk was developed to assist each Storm Water permitted site in presenting the annual training as required by the County’s Storm Water Management Plan. For facilities with Water Quality Protection Protocols (WQPP) the talk must be documented on the form provided and keep on file. An appendix in the WQPP binder is best.

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Never wash spilled materials down a storm drain or sanitary sewer or allow them to evaporate. In case of a spill contact your supervisor immediately.

Clean-up coordinators for this facility are __________________________

Clean-up materials are located _________________________________

Our office has _______________ (rubber mats, temporary drain plugs or

berms, etc.) ________________ (location) so drains can be blocked

immediately if a spill overflows the storage area.

The facility evacuation route plan is posted ________________________

A list of emergency phone numbers should be posted near each phone

indicating who is to be contacted in case of a hazardous material spill.

The following individual(s) have been trained to respond to a hazardous spill

at this facility ______________________________. If s/he is off contact your

supervisor.

For non-hazardous materials, absorbents that can be swept or picked up

such as sawdust, vermiculite, oil-dry or activated charcoal may be used.

The absorbent materials used to clean up any hazardous material spill must

be disposed of as hazardous waste. Do not place them in the dumpster.

If you need additional assistance with emergency response procedures or

contingency plans contact WHO DO YOU WANT CONTACTED??? Risk Mgt. should review these over to ensure no conflicts with their programs.

Project Clean Water

Contact Project Clean Water and report illicit discharges or concerns you may have

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From: Nelson, Vivian Sent: Friday, June 22, 2007 1:04 PM To: Garnand, Cathleen Subject: RE: staff training People in red were not in attendance. -Vivian Vivian E. Nelson MSEE REHS Supervising Environmental Health Specialist Community Health Programs Environmental Health Services Public Health Department (805) 681-4900 Fax 681-4901 Frequent, thorough handwashing is something that we can all do to keep ourselves healthier!

From: Garnand, Cathleen Sent: Friday, June 22, 2007 1:02 PM To: Nelson, Vivian Subject: staff training Vivian, For my records since I didn’t distribute a sign-in sheet, would you confirm these are the folks that were there?

Vivian Nelson Norma Campos-Ibarra Louise Harding Hiromi Dugan Lloyd Simms Bernardo Rivera Shauna Hartley Dana Solum Jennifer Bernstein Mike Schmaeling Kathy Cardiel John Davies Rick Furtado

Thanks. Cathleen Garnand Santa Barbara County Public Works Department 123 E. Anapamu Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101 phone: (805) 568-3561 fax: (805) 568-3434

Overview of Santa Barbara County Storm Water Quality Program

Project Clean WaterProject Clean Water

“To protect the public health and enhance environmental quality in County watersheds and at beaches”

Life is like a storm drain…..what you get out of it

depends on what you put into it

Cause and EffectCause and Effect

Focus of DiscussionFocus of Discussion

NPS Regulatory overviewNPS Regulatory overviewClean Water Act structure and timingClean Water Act structure and timingWhat is a Storm Water Management Plan (SWMP)?What is a Storm Water Management Plan (SWMP)?

County Facilities subject to NPS regulationsCounty Facilities subject to NPS regulations““IndustrialIndustrial”” facilitiesfacilitiesGeneral operationsGeneral operations

Compliance responsibilitiesCompliance responsibilitiesResponsible Departments and Responsible Departments and other agenciesother agencies

NonNon--point Source Pollution Controlpoint Source Pollution ControlConceptual Model/TermsConceptual Model/Terms

Education Education Change peopleChange people’’s habitss habits

Project DesignProject DesignDisconnected/reduced Disconnected/reduced hardscapehardscape areasareas

Treatment during transportTreatment during transportSwales, filters, detention/retentionSwales, filters, detention/retention

End of pipe treatmentEnd of pipe treatmentPonds, wetlands, infiltrationPonds, wetlands, infiltration

Habitat restorationHabitat restorationProtected resourcesProtected resources

Source Control

Treatment Control

Non-Point Pollution

LitterBacteriaNutrientsPesticidesSiltOil and Grease

Physical Removal

LitterSiltOil and Grease

Wetland or Bioswale Creek

Accumulation and Breakdown

BacteriaNutrientsPesticidesStorm

Runoff

URBAN RUNOFF“TREATMENT CONTROL”

Ocean

Storm Drain Inlet

Low FlowFirst flush

High Flow Bypass

Filter or Separator

Facilities subject to Facilities subject to NPS regulationsNPS regulations

““IndustrialIndustrial”” facilities, examples:facilities, examples:Transfer stations, SY Airport, Laguna SanitationTransfer stations, SY Airport, Laguna Sanitation

New facilities constructionNew facilities constructionGrading over one acreGrading over one acre

General operationsGeneral operationsSWMP covers all other County/special district SWMP covers all other County/special district operationsoperationsExamples: field operations, construction, facilities Examples: field operations, construction, facilities and vehicle maintenanceand vehicle maintenance

Required Program ElementsRequired Program ElementsThe The ““GutsGuts”” of the SWMPof the SWMP

1.1. Public Education and OutreachPublic Education and Outreach2.2. Public Involvement and ParticipationPublic Involvement and Participation3.3. Illicit Discharge Detection and EliminationIllicit Discharge Detection and Elimination4.4. Construction Site Storm Water Runoff ControlConstruction Site Storm Water Runoff Control5.5. PostPost--construction Storm Water Management in New construction Storm Water Management in New

DevelopmentDevelopment6.6. Pollution Prevention / Good Housekeeping Practices Pollution Prevention / Good Housekeeping Practices

in Municipal Operationsin Municipal Operations

Status of NPS ComplianceStatus of NPS Compliance

Independently regulated County facilitiesIndependently regulated County facilitiesCurrently in compliance (landfill, airport, transfer station etcCurrently in compliance (landfill, airport, transfer station etc.).)

General Permit (SWMP) General Permit (SWMP) SWMP submitted 12/05 (4SWMP submitted 12/05 (4thth version)version)Posted for public comment through 3/17Posted for public comment through 3/17

FY 06FY 06--07 major work items07 major work itemsAdopt StormAdopt Storm--water ordinancewater ordinanceReview/revise land use policies/ordinanceReview/revise land use policies/ordinanceFacilities operations: evaluation of possible Facilities operations: evaluation of possible ““BMPsBMPs””

Pollution Prevention/Good Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping Practices in Housekeeping Practices in

Municipal OperationsMunicipal Operations

Evaluate County Evaluate County facilities & activitiesfacilities & activitiesRecommend & Recommend & implement implement improvements as improvements as appropriateappropriateTrain staffTrain staffReport progressReport progress

What is my role What is my role as a County as a County employee?employee?

PreventPrevent Pollution Pollution Responsibilities vary Responsibilities vary Training / AwarenessTraining / AwarenessFact Sheets relevant to Fact Sheets relevant to the work you dothe work you do

Clarifier to wastewater treatment plant – Not a storm drain!

What can I do as a resident of Santa What can I do as a resident of Santa Barbara County?Barbara County?

Illicit Discharge Detection & Illicit Discharge Detection & EliminationElimination

Enforcement Enforcement CreekCreek--walkswalksHotline callsHotline callsDirected cleanupsDirected cleanupsStorm drain mapsStorm drain maps

CleanClean--up up StreetStreet--sweeping sweeping Catch basinsCatch basinsVolunteer cleanupsVolunteer cleanupsFree RV dumpingFree RV dumping

All Public All Public Agencies Have Agencies Have ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities

Sources of InformationSources of Information

Other Areas (Phase I communities)Other Areas (Phase I communities)EPA EPA ““guidanceguidance”” documentsdocumentsTrade associationsTrade associations

Thanks for your timeThanks for your time

Any Questions?Any Questions?

All Public All Public Agencies Have Agencies Have ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities

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Compliance With Santa Barbara County’sStorm Water Plan

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Why Are You Here?

Your facility has a Water Quality Protection Protocol [WQPP]

You are part of the Train the TrainersYou have job functions that involve PREVENTING storm water pollution from happening

You have one or more of the following activities:a. vehicle or equipment repair outdoorsb. use or store hazardous materials

[e.g., lubricants, oils, paint, solvents, pesticides, refrigerants]

c. generate or store hazardous wastes[e.g., used oils, old paints -latex and oil, used solvents]

d. construction activities[e.g., building remodels, additions, repair roads,

bridges]

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Agenda

Regulatory Background - Overview

Storm Water Systems - Defined

What Is a Water Quality Protection Protocol (WQPP)?Facility Data, BMP selection & implementation, Observations……

Reporting

Training for your staff

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Regulatory Overview

Clean Water Act

Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act

Storm Water National Pollution Discharge Elimination System [NPDES], Phase II⌧Why is the County under permit?⌧Who else is permitted?

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Storm Water verses Sewer

Storm Water verses Sewer Waternot treated treatedlarger capacities limited capacitynewly regulated regulated since 1972

No connections between systems!

Storm water, and the run-off from rain storms, is an important part of our environment that is now protected from pollution, for legal reasons and for the future of our planet.

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Storm Water System Components

Catch basinsManholesSubsurface conduitsStreet curb drainsDrainage swalesSubsurface conduitsCreeks and riversOcean

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What Is aWater Quality Protection Protocol(WQPP)?

How was your WQPP prepared?

WQPP Typical Sections1. General Facility Information2. Vicinity Map3. Site Map4. Facility Description5. Site Activities, Potential Pollutants, and Current and

Future Control Measures6. Inspections and Reporting7. Training8. WQPP Evaluation

All data presented in the protocol must be accurate.

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Facilities with WQPPs

Facility Name ManagerStorm WaterCoordinator

Fire Los Alamos John Saunders

FC Santa Maria Larry Fausett

FC Lompoc Larry Fausett

FC Santa Barbara Larry Fausett

GS Santa Maria Mitch Guenthar

GS Lompoc Mitch Guenthar

GS Cuyama Mitch Guenthar

GS Santa Barbara Mitch Guenthart

Roads Santa Maria Dean Clouse

Roads Lompoc John Gray

Roads Cuyama Dean Clouse

Roads Santa Barbara Richard Navarro Richard Powel

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Facility Information

Be as specific as possible with information

Never Guess or Assume!

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Best Management Practices -selection and implementation

BMPs are technologies, programs, operating methods or treatment devices that prevent, remove or reduce pollution.

source control and treatment controlsimilar to standard operating procedures

Sources Control BMPs examplestarping/overhead coveragesecondary containmentgood housekeepingpreventative maintenancespill-clean up procedurestraining VERY IMPORTANT

Treatment Control examplesCMDs unitsStorm water filter units

You are responsible for implementing all selected BMPSin a timely manner

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Storm Water Pollution Control Measures Table

Site Activities PotentialPollutants

Current ControlMeasure(To be implementedimmediately)

Future ControlMeasure/ImplementationSchedule

Source ControlBestManagementPractices(SC #)

Material Stockpiles (dirt,untreated aggregate, bulkcold patch, chip pile,concrete blocks)

Sediment,petroleumcompounds, pH

SC-1: 2, 3, 4, 5Recycle materials toother contractors.Use petroleumabsorbing dikes andsocks to controlrunoff.

SC-8: 10SC-10: 8

Alternative SaferProducts SC-1Loading &Unloading SC-7Material &HazardousWaste StorageSC-8Parking Lots &Garages SC-10

Material Storage –herbicides

Herbicides SC-7: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5SC-8: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

SC-8: 4 Loading &Unloading SC-7Material &HazardousWaste StorageSC-8

Material Storage –emulsion (SS1H)

Petroleumcompounds

SC-7: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5SC-8: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Remove above ground3,800 gallon tank by2004

Loading &Unloading SC-7Material &HazardousWaste StorageSC-8

Material Storage – scrapmetal

Metals SC-8: 12 SC-6: 6Remove rusted metalannually by 2005

Landscape &UndevelopedAreas SC-6Material &HazardousWaste StorageSC-8

Material Storage – oldmachinery & parts,vehicles, and equipment

Metals,petroleumcompounds

SC-7: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5SC-8: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5


Material Storage –vehicle and equipmentfluids (new and used)

Petroleumcompounds,metals

SC-7: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7,10, 11, 15, 18SC-8: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5


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Observations -Looking For Problems

Use checklist in WQPP addendum

Quarterly Inspectionsonce per quarter, starting July 1stobserve whole facilitycomplete observation formkeep records

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CONSTITUENTS AND PRIMARY SOURCES OFPOLLUTANT

When investigating municipal storm sewer systems for pollutants in runoff consider whatcan be seen as well as what can be smelled. A lot can be learned about the sources ofpollution by being able to correctly interpret physical observations.

CONSTITUENT PRIMARY SOURCES

Particulates Pavement wear, vehicle, maintenance

Lead Tire wear (lead oxide filler material, lubricating oil andgrease, bearing wear), batteries, gas additives, soldering,auto/truck exhausts

Zinc Tire wear (filler material), motor oil (stabilizing additive),grease, sediments

Iron Auto body rust, steel highway structures (guard railsbridges, etc.), moving engine parts

Copper Metal plating bearing and bushing wear, moving engineparts, brake lining wear, fungicides, 'insecticides, wiring,plumbing and paints

Cadmium Tire wear (filler material), insecticide application,electroplating coating, nickel cadmium batteries, pigments

Chromium Metal plating, moving engine parts, brake lining wear,electroplating coating

Nickel Diesel fuel and gasoline (exhaust), lubrication oil, metalplating, bushing war, brake lining war, asphalt paving,alloys, electroplating, batteries

Petroleum Spills, leaks, or blow-by of motor lubricants, antifreeze andhydraulic fluids, asphalt surface leachate

Magnesium sediments

Mercury paints, paint products

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The following list of physical parameters and associated telltale characteristics should helpwith identification:

ODORMost strong odors (such as gasoline, oils and solvents) are associated with many differenttypes of operations. Typical obvious odors include:

Sewage smell associated with stale sanitary waste wager,especially in pools near the outfall.

Sulfide smell associated with industries (e.g. meatpackers,(rotten egg smell) canneries, dairies) and stale sanitary wastewater.Oil and Gas smell associated with petroleum refineries or facilities

associated with vehicle maintenance and operation, orpetroleum product storage.

Rancid-sour smell identified with food preparation facilities (e.g.restaurants, hotels).

COLORThis parameter is an important indicator of inappropriate management. Dry weatherdischarges may be of various color, including:

Yellow associated with chemical, textile, and tanning plant effluents.Brown sediments, also associated with meatpackers, printing plants, metal

works, stone and concrete works, fertilizer application, andpetroleum refining facilities.

Green associated with chemical plants and textile facilitiesRed rust; also associated with meatpackersGray concrete; also associated with dairies

TURBIDITYOften affected by the degree of contamination. Dry-weather flows with moderate turbiditycan be cloudy, while highly turbid flows are opaque. Turbidity may appear as follows:

Cloudy associated with sanitary wastewater, concrete or stoneoperations, fertilizer facilities and automotive dealers.

Opaque associated with food processors, lumber mills, metaloperations, and pigment plants.

FLOATABLE MATTERA flow may contain floating solids or liquids. Floatables of human origin may include oils,solvents, sawdust, and foams, packing materials, or fuel. Floatable matter may appear:

Oilsheen associated with petroleum refineries or storage facilities and vehicleservice facilities.

Sewage associated sanitary wastewater.Surfactants associated with vehicle washing operations

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DEPOSITS AND STAINSThese telltale marks, usually dark in color, refer to any type of coating near the outfall.Deposits and stains often will contain fragments of floatable substances as evidenced bygrayish-black color. In most cases, deposits and stains appear as:

Sediment associated with site or construction site erosion.Oil associated with petroleum use.

VEGETATIONDecaying organic materials coming from various waste products causes a reduction inavailable oxygen in the water, which inhibits growth [plants and animals]. Associated withhigh storm water flows.

ACIDS OR CORROSIVESAssociated with batteries, cleaners [specialty cleaners often have potent additives],concrete, stripping and plating operations, vehicle/equipment repair.

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ALLOWABLE NON-STORM WATER DISCHARGES

A non-storm water discharge is any discharge to a storm drain system that is notcomposed entirely of storm water.

Non-storm water discharges are not allowed under the California NPDES GeneralIndustrial Storm Water Permit with few exceptions. Authorized non-storm waterdischarges include:

Uncontaminated storm water that has been -temporarily stored or containedon-site,Fire hydrant flushing,Potable water sources including water related to the operation, maintenance,or testing of potable water systems,Drinking fountain water,Uncontaminated atmospheric condensates including refrigeration, airconditioning and compressor condensate,Uncontaminated irrigation drainage, Landscape watering,Uncontaminated springs,Uncontaminated groundwater,Uncontaminated foundation or footing drainage,and Sea water infiltration.

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Storm Water Quarterly Inspection Checklist

South County Road Yard, 4415 Cathedral Oaks, Santa Barbara, CA

Inspection Date: Inspected By:

In order to meet the requirements of Section 6 of the Storm Water Plan (SP), this checklist is tobe used by Yard personnel to evaluate the conditions in the yard on a quarterly basis, when it isnot raining. The inspections should be evenly spaced through out the year.

If any questions are answered NO, discuss the corrective actions to be taken in the last section ofthis form.

General Yard Areas YES NO1. Have employees at the yard received their quarterly tailgate

training covering storm water pollution prevention practices?2. Is the yard clean and free of litter and debris?3. Is runoff prevented from flowing across any of the following

areas without filters to remove contaminates?Material Loading AreasMaterial Storage AreasWaste Handling, Disposal or Storage Areas

4. Is water from offsite (outside the yard boundaries) preventedfrom flowing through any potential pollutant sources? Or if itruns through a source are filters used to treat the storm waterbefore it leaves the site?

Chemical Handling Areas YES NO1. Are chemical handling areas clean and organized?2. Are spill cleanup kits clearly marked and located in the Yard?3. Is chemical handling done indoors, under cover or is the

storm water system protected during deliveries?4. Is water from surrounding areas prevented from running onto

or over chemical handling areas?

Waste Disposal & Storage Areas YES NO1. Are trashcans and dumpsters kept covered?2. Are waste handling, disposal and storage areas uncluttered

and clear of loose debris?3. Are waste handling, disposal and storage areas protected

from run-on from surrounding areas?4. Are hazardous wastes stored in approved containers?

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Material Delivery Areas/Loading Areas YES NO1. Are material delivery areas clean and free of litter and debris?2. Are storm drain inlets in the area protected from potential

spills during deliveries?3. Are material deliveries received in designated areas protected

from run-on from surrounding areas?4. Do designated material delivery areas have overhead cover or

is storm water system protection during deliveries?

Material Storage Areas YES NO(Includes previous used materials)1. Are material storage areas clean?2. Are materials, stored outdoors, covered with a tarp?3. Are materials, stored outdoors, placed on pallets?4. Are materials, stored outdoors, kept in an area protected from

runoff from surrounding areas?

Recommendations for Modifications

Corrective Actions Taken

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Reporting

WQPP Review and Annual Reportconduct annually by ?? observe whole facility in detailverify that the Protocol is accurate, if not updateverify that observations and corrective actions complete send information to ??send information in ?? Form spreadsheet or ?

Your data is part of the Annual Report to the RWQCB.

Accuracy is critical

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SECTION PLAN EVALUATIONAn evaluation of the Plan will be completed annually. The storm water coordinator who works at theYard will review each section of the Plan. The coordinator will assess current and future needs for theroad yard in terms of ensuring storm water quality. Any “Yes” or “Inadequate” will require additionalinformation in item 5; describe any impacts to storm water (negative and positive).

1. Facility Modifications No Yes

a. Have new buildings or yard been constructed or modified? b. Has the storm water drainage system been modified? c. Has there been any on-site activities been modified?

2. Verify Plan Information is accurate Correct Incorrecta. Section 1 Facility Information b. Section 2 Vicinity Map c. Section 3 Site Map d. Section 4 Facility Description e. Section 5 table

• Site Activities • Current Control Measures • Future Control Measures • Best Management Practices

e. Section 6 Inspections f. Section 7 Reporting g. Section 8 Plan Evaluation

3. Potential Pollutant Sources in yard No Yes

a. Additional pollutant sources? b. Reduction in pollutant sources?

4. Verify Pollution Controls and BMPs are working Good Needs Improvement

(Inspect the yard before answering)a. Housekeepingb. Material storagec. Vehicle/equipment maintenanced. Vehicle/equipment storage areae. Vehicle/equipment washing area

5. Discuss any inadequacies identified during the review and selected corrective actions to address theissues.

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Annual Report Form

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Yearly Requirements

Annual Training written agendaattendance logs

Self-Inspectionsfill out forms completelykeep on file

WQPPupdate within 90 days if any information is inaccurate keep current

Annual Facility Reportdue ??? for previous 12 monthssend in ???

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Training your staff

Use your WQPP as the foundation

Use this outline to create your site specific training

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You can make a Difference!

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VENTURA COUNTY STORMWATER PROGRAM RECEIVES AWARD

The Ventura Countywide Stormwater Quality Management Program received the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's 2003 Clean Water Act Recognition Award for Storm Water Management Excellence. Created in 1994 as a cooperative effort among twelve local agencies, the Ventura Countywide Stormwater Quality Management Program is an integrated, cost-effective stormwater program that rivals those of larger municipalities.

The Program has recognized by the EPA because it seeks to improve water quality using a watershed approach and innovative strategies. For more information about the program, visit the website at: http://www.vcstormwater.org/

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For Further Information

Project Clean Water website: www.countyofsb.org/project_cleanwater

Project Clean Water staff 805-568-3434

BMP Fact Sheet # 3

Name of notice date distributed

VECHILE FUELING

Vehicle fueling activities pose risks to the environment and to employees if done incorrectly. It is important to observe the following when fueling your vehicle both at work and on the road:

1. Approach the pump so that the fill opening is next to the pump. Fueling from the wrong side will cause you to drag the fuel hose over or around the vehicle. This leads to equipment stress and strain, which can lead to hose failure. Stretching the hose makes it difficult to hang the hose securely in the vehicle’s fill neck. Unsecured nozzles are prone to falling out of the fill port; they can strike your vehicle and spill fuel on you and/or the ground. Spilled fuel is a fire danger, an air pollutant and a potential Clean Water Act violation.

2. Keep the nozzle end upright when moving between the dispenser and the vehicle. Product may still be in the hose, which is a spill waiting to happen. Use both hands if necessary for control.

3. Do not “top-off” the tank when fueling. When the nozzle release clicks, do not attempt to put more fuel into the tank. “Topping-off” is a bad idea because it can cause spills and releases to the environment. These spills can get on you and your car. Note: Be sure to stand up straight and keep your face away from the nozzle while fueling (don’t breathe those fumes).

4. Monitor the vehicle during fueling. Monitoring is important to make sure that no problems arise during fueling.

5. If a spill occurs, put down absorbents and notify garage personnel or a station attendant immediately. All spills must be cleaned up immediately to remove the fire hazard; to prevent fuel from entering storm drains, getting onto tires (making them very slippery in wet weather), and generating air pollution.

6. Never smoke while fueling. Gasoline vapors can be explosive.

PREVENTING SPILLS AND CLEANING THEM UP PROMPTLY IS AN EASY WAY TO PROTECT OUR COMMUNITY

This material was developed to assist each Storm Water permitted site in presenting the annual training as required by the County’s Storm Water Management Plan. For facilities with Water Quality Protection Protocols (WQPP) the training must be documented in an appendix of the WQPP binder. This material may be presented as a talk, posted as a bulletin posted or given as a handout.

LOADING AND UNLOADING

Everyone is responsible for preventing runoff from contacting pollutants and avoiding spills in areas where hazardous and non-hazardous materials are loaded, unloaded (e.g. delivery or shipping docks) or stored (bulk storage areas, etc.), especially outside where they may be exposed to stormwater.

WHY IS LOADING, UNLOADING & STORAGE A CONCERN?

Your facility may contribute contaminants to runoff when loading, unloading and storing materials. Spills, improper storage and sloppy techniques may result in an illegal discharge.

WHAT CAN I DO?

• Park delivery vehicles so that spills or leaks can be contained.

• Protect materials and equipment from rainfall, storm water run-on and run-off, and wind dispersal. For example, cover equipment and raw materials with a tarp during rain events to reduce their exposure to rain.

• Use grading or berms, e.g., asphalt or poly-plastics, to direct stormwater run-on into a drainage swale and prevent it from flowing across your facility.

• Position roof downspouts to direct storm water away from loading, unloading and storage areas.

• Use drip pans under areas that may leak (hose connections, filler nozzles, etc.).

• Sweep parking lots or other surfaces to remove debris from loading, unloading and storage areas.

• Store hazardous liquids in a designated area on a paved impervious surface within a secondary containment. Keep all storage containers in good condition.

This material was developed to assist each Storm Water permitted site in presenting the annual training as required by the County’s Storm Water Management Plan. For facilities with Water Quality Protection Protocols (WQPP) the training must be documented in an appendix of the WQPP binder.

MATERIALS MANAGEMENT

The intent of the federal storm water regulation is to improve water quality by reducing or eliminating contaminants in storm water. Storm water is defined as precipitation runoff, surface runoff and drainage, street runoff, and snow melt runoff.

Storm water runoff from areas where industrial activities occur may contain toxics (for example, paints [lead], detergents [surfactants], etc.) and conventional pollutants such as oil and grease, fertilizers, sediment from construction sites, and other industrial site contaminants. Contaminants enter storm water runoff when material management practices allow exposure to storm water eventually gaining the potential to effect additional downstream receiving waters. Contaminants introduced in storm water runoff or into storm sewers may impact drinking water sources, waters protected for recreation, waters protected for aquatic life as well as other beneficial uses.

The County’s Storm Water Management Program provides specific material Best Management Practices (see Fact Sheets #7, 8, 10, 11 and 14):

◊ Materials will be stored under cover, whenever possible.

◊ Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) will be maintained by the facility.

◊ Specific standards set by federal, state and local requirements concerning storage of hazardous materials will be met. These standards include secondary containment installation, integrity and leak detection monitoring, and emergency preparedness plans.

◊ Tanks will have a secondary containment system to the extent necessary.



TRAINING DOCUMENTATION

The County’s Storm Water Management Program requires that training be provided and documented ? times each year. This form is provided along with proposed raining materials so that each training session is documented. Place the original of this form in the Water quality Protection Protocol binder.

FACILITY NAME:

DEPARTMENT NAME:

SUBJECT:

SPECIFIC ITEMS DISCUSSED:

DATE PROVIDED:

PERSON WHO GAVE TRAINING:

EMPLOYEE SIGN-IN

REDUCING HAZARDOUS WASTE Most repair and maintenance operations generate hazardous waste, either from the services they provide, such as fluid replacement, or from the other operations they perform, such as parts washing. Some common waste types include:

refrigerants paints and thinners

engine fluids (oils, antifreeze) spent solvents

degreasers metal parts/scrap

tires lead acid batteries

rags and absorbent floor dust

floor wash water oily sump sludge

The following sections summarize various options that facilities which maintenance and repair vehicles, other equipment and facilities can use to help minimize the wastes they generate:

Improve Procedures

Train your employees to use good housekeeping practices. This is the easiest way to minimize waste.

Implement spill prevention measures to reduce the volume of product entering the environment. This also reduces costs for disposal of absorbents.

Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and vehicles.

Check incoming vehicles for leaking oil and fluids. Use drip pans to prevent spillage.

Prevent non-hazardous material from becoming contaminated by segregating waste streams.

Monitor inventory in storage to reduce accumulation of over-aged products. Implement a first-in first-out policy.

Substitute Materials

Look for ways to replace solvents with water based cleaners.

Substitute detergent-based solutions for caustic solutions when cleaning.

Purchase materials in non-aerosol form.


Use a non-toxic, biodegradable floor cleaner.

Use a non-chlorinated cleaning products.

Modify Processes

Pre-rinse parts with spent cleaning solution.

Remove parts slowly after immersion in solvent solution to prevent spillage.

Use a still rinse solvent sink rather than a free running rinse.

Cover or plug solvent sinks when not in use to prevent evaporation.

Replace solvent parts washer with a hot water washer or jet spray washer.

Place cleaning equipment in a convenient location near the service bays to reduce drips and spills.

Use a precision-based paint-mixing scheme.

Change spray painting processes to a high volume, low-pressure process, which will minimize paint loss due to overspray.

Recycle and Treat Wastes

Recycling is the process of reusing an item by converting it to another form or by reclaiming valuable resources for another use. Recyclable waste streams should be segregated to prevent cross-contamination.

Oils and antifreeze should be collected for on-site or off-site recycling.

Lease or purchase solvent sinks and recycle solvent on or off site.

Send tires, batteries, oil filters and metal parts to a recycler.

Contract a linen service, which will supply clean rags and collect dirty ones for washing.

Purchase a recycling system to recover refrigerant.

Reuse containers within the facility or through a drum salvage company.

An oil/water separator should be used before water is diverted to the sewer.



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