2010 SPCC Training
SPCC Rule
History of the SPCC Rule The SPCC plan is a document required under the clean water act (CWA) It became effective in 1972 and has changed little in 32 years. The rule was formally based on individual tank size and not aggregate storage capacity.
SPCC Rule Up-date In the end of the 1990 s EPA started updating the rule. The final revised rule was published in the Federal Register on July 17th, 2002. Deadlines were extended on April 17th, 2003, June 17 th 2004, August 11 th, 2004 to give impacted facilities more time to comply with the rule.
Requirements for a SPCC Plan Reasonably be expected to discharge harmful amounts of oil to navigable water ways of the US or to adjoining shorelines. The facility has aggregate above ground oil storage capacity of more than 1,320 gallons
Requirements for a SPCC Plan Greater than 42,000 gallons of Under ground Storage Tanks A single tank capacity greater than 660 gallons
SPCC Rule Up-date (2) The plan was required to be operational by February 17, 2006 and implemented by July 1 st, 2009. It has been extended until November 10 th,2010. The up-date separates facilities into Tier I and Tier II facilities. SJCUD meets the Tier I requirements.
Tier I Requirements The facility must still meet the 4 requirements listed in 40 CFR 112, however; The facility must have less than 10,000 gallons or less in aggregate above ground oil storage. The facility must not have had a single discharge of oil to navigable waters exceeding 1,000 US gallons, or
Tier I Requirements The facility must not have had 2 discharges of oil reach the navigable waters each exceeding 41 US gallons within a 12 month period prior to the SPCC Plan certification date.
Self Certification If the facility meets the spill history and less than 10,000 gallons, the facility may be self certified. Self certification allows the use of a template written by EPA rather than a longer written plan by a P.E. The new rule requires updates every 5 years rather than 3.
As it pertains to the SJCUD
Definition of US Navigable Water Ways All navigable waters of the US as defined in judicial decisions prior to the 1972 CWA Interstate Waters Interstate lakes, rivers, and streams utilized by travelers for recreational purposes Interstate lakes, rivers, streams, for which fish and shellfish are taken and sold in interstate commerce SPCC Training 12
SJCUD Locations that could reach US Navigable Water Ways Anastasia Island Wastewater Treatment Plant SR 16 & 95 Wastewater Treatment Plant Sawgrass Wastewater Treatment Plant SPCC Training 13
SJCUD Oil Storage Above Ground Storage Tanks (AST) 55 Gallon drums located at various locations Any container 55 gallons or greater that is capable of storing oil and has not been rendered unusable Oil filled operational equipment SPCC Training 14
What is oil-filled Operational Equipment Equipment that includes an oil storage container in which oil is present solely to support the function of the apparatus SPCC Training 15
What Types of Oils Are Covered? EPA defines oil as any kind or any form, including but not limited to petroleum fuel oil, sludge, oil refuse, and oil mixed with wastes other than dredged spoil. Petroleum Fuel and Oil Refuse SPCC Training 16
Required Training as Specified in 40 CFR Part 112 All persons who handle oil products must at a minimum be trained on the following: An individual must be designated and trained at each facility whom is to be accountable for discharge prevention and who reports to facility management Spill prevention briefings must be held annually to discuss past spills, equipment malfunction, new updates to the site, new procedures, etc. SPCC Training 17
Required Training as Specified in 40 CFR Part 112 All persons who handle oil products must at a minimum be trained on the following: Operation and maintenance of equipment to prevent spills Spill response procedures Applicable pollution control laws, rules, and regulations SPCC Training 18
Required Training as Specified in 40 CFR Part 112 SPCC program Goals Contents of the site specific Spill Plan SPCC Training 19
Oil Spill Contingency Plan This plan is required for all oil filled items that do not have secondary containment Oil filled equipment such as, clarifier drives, blowers, belt press etc Transformers and generators Piping for the diesel fuel tanks SPCC Training 21
Components Resources at risk Risk assessment Response strategy Distributions and responsibilities Response activities Assessments and notifications Control and recovery SPCC Training 22
Components Disposal of recovered product and contaminated response material Termination Discharge notification Equipment, supplies, and manpower Access to receiving water body Communications and control SPCC Training 23
Components Training exercises and updating procedures SPCC Training 24
Resources at Risk At AI WWTP, it would be the Marsh area and the Matanzas River At SR 16 WWTP, it would be Cowan Swamp At Sawgrass WWTP, it would be the estuaries and the Inter Coastal Waterway SPCC Training 25
Risk Assessment This section describes the equipment and piping that does not have secondary containment and its impact on the environment if a discharge occurred SPCC Training 26
Response Strategy Describes the procedures for handling a minor and major discharges SPCC Training 27
Distribution and Responsibilities Designates one person at each of these WWTP s AI, Saw Grass, and SR 16 as the response coordinator (RC) At AI, this person is Skipper At SR 16, this person is Jared Taylor At Saw Grass, we need to designate a new RC SPCC Training 28
Response Coordinator The RC is the employee designated at the facility to perform the monthly visual fuel tank inspections, the annual check on the fuel and leak gages, and the monthly generator test The RC plays a central coordinating role in any emergency situation and will direct notifications and initial response actions in accordance with training and capabilities. SPCC Training 29
Response Coordinator In the event of a fire or emergency situation that threatens the health and safety of those present at the site, the RC will direct evacuations and contact the fire and police departments The RC performs daily visual inspections on all equipment and in the event that the oil filled equipment is leaking shall place absorbent pads beneath the leak and shall submit a work order for a maintenance technician. SPCC Training 30
Response Coordinator To place a work order, the RC must call the main utility office, 209-2700, and have the receptionist initiate a work order in the computer. SPCC Training 31
Lift station Maintenance Tech Is in charge of the preventative maintenance of the equipment to prevent any discharges from occurring. If one does, this person shall repair or stop the leak if possible, coordinate the repair with a contractor if necessary, shall clean up the spill using the spill kit and will dispose of the material following the correct protocol. SPCC Training 32
Response Activities This section includes the procedures for both minor and major discharges in great detail SPCC Training 33
Assessments and Notifications This section contains the procedure to assess the situation and notification procedures SPCC Training 34
Proper Reporting Spill Stop all ignition sources Does the spill involve fire or injury? No Yes Call 911 File paperwork in SPCC Plan Book Complete a spill incident form Take safety precautions to stop and contain flow if necessary Dispose the waste in the 55 gallon drum Clean up using spill kit Is the spill greater than 25 gallons? No Yes Use the SWIMS method Call Jeremy Duke SPCC Training 35
Proper Reporting Call Jeremy Duke Call EPA Regional Administrator and the National Response Center Jeremy will notify FDEP within 24 hours Call the Utility Dept Environmental Coordinator Did the spill reach US navigable water ways Yes No Complete the proper paper work Notify the Environmental Company to Clean up Follow EPA guidelines Supervise clean up SPCC Training 36
Control and Recovery In all cases, the RC directs the initial control of the oil flow, the WWTP personnel, and other contractor personnel. The actions taken will depend on whether the oil has reached water or is still on land. All effort will be made to prevent oil from reaching water. SPCC Training 37
Disposal of recovered product and contaminated response material Major Discharges The RC ensures that all contaminated materials classified as hazardous waste are disposed of in accordance with all applicable solid and hazardous waste regulations and coordinates with the clean up company hired for the clean up process for all major discharges. SPCC Training 38
Disposal of recovered product and contaminated response material Minor Discharges All absorbent materials and gloves shall be placed in a bio hazard bag and disposed of in a 55 gallon drum. All contaminated soil shall be placed in a separate 55 gallon drum. All drums shall be properly labeled according to all applicable solid and hazardous waste regulations. The RC shall call the buyer to schedule a pick up from a company that is a licensed waste hauler. Make sure that the material is disposed of in a timely manner. 7/25/2011 8:44 AM SPCC Training 39
Termination Jeremy Duke will ensure that cleanup has been completed and that the contaminated area has been treated or mitigated according to the applicable regulations and state/federal cleanup action levels. He will also collaborate with the local, state and federal authorities regarding the assessment of damages. SPCC Training 40
Termination The RC shall ensure that all repairs to the defective equipment or piping have been completed, and that the spill response materials have been re stocked. Within 30 days of the discharge, the RC will write an incident critique including all appropriate persons that responded to the spill. SPCC Training 41
Discharge Notification Instructions and phone numbers for reporting a discharge to the National Response Center and other federal, state, and local authorities are provided in Appendix B to this Plan. SPCC Training 42
Discharge Notification Any discharge to water must be reported immediately to the National Response Center. The Response Coordinator must ensure that details of the discharge are recorded on the Discharge Notification Form provided in the SPCC 40 CFR Part 112, Appendix G. SPCC Training 43
Equipment Supplies and Manpower All sites should have a spill kit for up to 37 gallons purchased commercially Absorbent Pads or boom to clean up the spill Hazardous Waste Bags for disposal of clean up supplies Flash Light for night time clean up Goggles and gloves for your protection Sharpie Labels SPCC Training 44
Access to Receiving Water Body It is required to have designated areas for spill responders and their equipment so that they have access to the navigable waterway for proper clean up There is a map located in your plan SPCC Training 45
Communications and Control The central coordination centers are the operations buildings on each site Communication sources Nextel Phone and fax Computer SPCC Training 46
Training Exercises Once a year, the environmental coordinator along with Jeremy Duke provide a training that reviews the SPCC regulations, the proper notification, the proper procedure for an oil discharge, and the monthly and annual inspection requirements. The training includes a power point presentation along with an on the job drill. SPCC Training 47
Updating Procedures Following a response to an oil discharge, the RC will evaluate the actions taken and identify procedural areas where improvements are needed. The environmental coordinator will integrate the outcome of the discussion in subsequent SPCC briefings and employee training seminars. SPCC Training 48
Definitions A major discharge is a spill greater than 25 gallons and reaches the navigable waters or it is a spill that cannot be contained within the facility boundaries A minor discharge is a spill less than 25 gallons that does not reach the navigable waters and can be confined SPCC Training 49
Definitions A discharge includes, but is not limited to, any spilling, leaking, pumping, pouring, emitting, emptying, or dumping. SPCC Training 50
SPCC Program Goals 1. Spill Prevention: Achieved by monthly inspections, routine maintenance, installation of required equipment, and good oil handling/fuel practices SPCC Training 51
Monthly Inspection Form Housekeeping Tank condition Check for leaks and check the secondary containment Check ancillary equipment from tank to the point of oil use SPCC Training 53
Monthly Inspection Form Check sensors/gauges for proper functioning Adequate spill response equipment Make sure to retain the monthly inspection forms for 3 years SPCC Training 54
Routine Maintenance Ensure necessary maintenance and repairs to equipment are completed as scheduled Periodically, review monthly inspection forms to follow up on corrective actions Report all leaks or unusual observations to your supervisor or Jeremy Duke SPCC Training 56
Secondary Containment What is it? An impervious container that holds the fuel or chemical and prevents a spill What is a spill? Any amount that is not contained in the container and reaches the ground SPCC Training 58
Secondary Containment Double walled tanks are used to prevent a release of oil Single walled tanks are surrounded by a concrete container or another impervious substance built to contain 110% of the tank capacity 55 gallon drums need to be placed on a spill pallet SPCC Training 59
Spill Prevention - Containment Ensure all spill containment structures are in place and operational Check for indication of oil leaks on floors, retaining walls, or on secondary containment Make sure that oil drums/containers are stored on spill pallets or other secondary containment SPCC Training 60
Proper Gages Fuel leak detector detects liquid in the interstitial space Fuel tank level gage SPCC Training 61
Check the Secondary Containment SPCC Training 62
Fuel Delivery Damage to or release from oil delivery equipment during the unloading process is one of the top 3 release potentials with the highest probability The other also occurs during the fuel unloading process which is a minor over flow at the fill port SPCC Training 64
Fuel Delivery Stay with fuel delivery truck the entire time Do not smoke or let the driver smoke Ensure clean up supplies are available Confirm that the tank can hold the delivery volume Immediately report any leakage or spillage to your supervisor SPCC Training 65
Fuel Delivery Always use a funnel if you are transferring from a separate container into a 55 Gallon drum Spillage during this process is one of the 3 release potentials with the highest probability SPCC Training 66
SPCC Program Goals 1. Spill Prevention: Achieved by monthly inspections, routine maintenance, installation of required equipment, and good oil handling/fuel practices 2. Spill Control: Achieved by proper monitoring of leak detection systems, and proper reporting SPCC Training 67
Leak Detection Systems Monitor the fuel leak gage located on the top of the double walled tank monthly Annually check to see if the gage is in proper working order If the interstitial space has moisture, make a note on the inspection form and place a work order through e-mail to Michael Duke aka Jeremy SPCC Training 69
Single Wall Tanks Always check the level of water after a rain storm. If there is no oil sheen, open the drain and drain the water If there is an oil sheen, use oil absorbent pads to remove the oil and then drain the container Always close the drain and secure with a lock SPCC Training 70
SPCC Program Goals 1. Spill Prevention: Achieved by monthly inspections, routine maintenance, installation of required equipment, and good oil handling/fuel practices 2. Spill Control: Achieved by monthly inspections, proper monitoring of leak detection systems, and proper reporting 3. Spill Countermeasures: Achieved through quick spill response activities SPCC Training 71
Spill Response Activities Stop the leak Warn others Isolate the area Minimize your exposure Standby to assist spill responders SPCC Training 73
Spill Response Activities Complete a spill incident form File with your SPCC Plan Evaluate the spill to improve response SPCC Training 74
Use the Spill Kit Locate the spill kit in the operators building Put the gloves and goggles on and place the absorbent pads on the spill Place the used pads in the biohazard bags Put the bags near the 55 gallon drums used for oil refuse for proper disposal SPCC Training 76
Using Spill Material for Wet Weather Spills Locate a boom or sock in the operators building (absorbent pads will not work) Put the gloves and goggles on and place the boom or sock in an area to contain the spill Surround storm drains with appropriate material to prevent the oil from the receiving waters. (Priority #1) SPCC Training 78
Using Spill Material for Wet Weather Spills Once the spill path has been blocked, place the absorbent pads on the oil Place the used pads in the biohazard bags Put the bags and the boom or sock near the 55 gallon drums used for oil refuse for proper disposal SPCC Training 79
Any Questions SPCC Training 80