1. Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plan (SPCC) Training
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ESHS
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2. Objectives of SPCC Training
Identify applicable pollution control laws, rules, and regulations
Familiarize employees with the Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan
Identify oil storage locations and loading/ unloading procedures
Identify spill pathways
Familiarize employees with:
Appropriate spill response procedures, and
Use of response equipment
Objectives of this SPCC training include: Identifying applicable pollution control laws, rules, and regulations, familiarizing employees with the SPCC, identifying oil storage locations and unloading/loading procedures, classifying spill pathways, and identifying spill response procedures and equipment.
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3. Who Must Receive Training on the SPCC?
Any employee involved in
Oil handling – includes fueling and fats/greases,
Oil transfer,
Oil storage,
Spill response, or
Maintenance of oil-filled equipment
Employees at IMFT that have been identified:
Electricians that maintain transformers, fueling operations, and ERT members.
Who must receive training on the SPCC?
Basically anyone that handles oil must be SPCC trained. This includes any transporting and storage of oil including transformer fluid, grease and fats, and fuel.
Employees at IMFT that have identified as needing training include electricians who maintain oil filled equipment, fueling operators, food service employees who collect and store grease and fats in containers over 55 gallons, and emergency response personnel.
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4. SPCC Training Schedule
Training will be:
Provided at least annually to inform personnel involved in oil storage or maintenance of tanks about proper actions to take in the event of a spill
Conducted whenever a significant change has been made to any oil storage
Performed whenever a new employee is assigned to oil handling or maintenance duties
Employees that have been identified as needing SPCC training are required to train annually and whenever a significant change has been made to the SPCC or oil storage practices
New employees or employees that have new duties which include oil handling should receive training as soon as practicable.
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5. Applicable Laws, Rules, & Regulations
Water Pollution Control Act
Clean Water Act (§311(j)(1)(C))
Prevent discharges of from vessels and facilities
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
40 CFR Part 112
Outlines the requirements of both prevention of and response to oil spills
Laws, Rules and Regulations that require training and oil spill prevention include the Clean Water Act and Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 112.
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6. What is the SPCC Plan
Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plan
EDM #090078f3800af183
The purpose of the plan is to prevent oils from entering navigable waters of the United States (very broad definition which includes tributaries, etc.)
The plan covers oil containers 55-gallons and larger –
Smaller spills must still be cleaned up and reported to ERT
The Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) requirements are applicable for all oil containers 55 gallons or larger. Our SPCC plan describes the oil prevention measures including storage and secondary containment locations, most likely spill scenarios, spill response procedures, and details on finding out more information.
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7. Where Can I Find the SPCC Plan
Physical copy in the files of the IMFT Environmental Group
Electronic copy in Documentum
Document ID # f3800af183
A physical copy of the SPCC can be located in the ESHS cubical area or online in Documentum
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8. Why Does IM Flash Need an SPCC Plan
IMFT meets the following criteria outlined in the regulations (40 CFR Part 112):
IMFT has an aggregate above ground storage capacity of more than 1,320 gallons
Oil can be reasonably expected to enter into navigable waters via:
Floor drains, or
Directly into storm water catchment basins
IMFT is required to create and maintain an SPCC plan because we have more than 1,320 gallons of oil storage that can enter into the storm water system.
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9. What Kind of Oils are Covered
According to the EPA, oil includes but is not limited to:
Fats, oils, or greases of animal, fish or marine mammal origin,
Vegetable oils, including oils from seeds, nuts, fruits, or kernels, and
Other oils and greases
i.e., petroleum, fuel oil, sludge, synthetic oils, mineral oils, oil refuse, or oil mixed with wastes other than dredged spoil
Includes pump oils, motor oils, and many lubricants
Transformer fluid is still considered an oil by the EPA because of its oil-like characteristics in water (toxic to fish)
The SPCC covers what we commonly think of oil but also includes others that we might not think of. The list includes fats, oils, and greases, vegetable oils, fuel oil, and synthetic oils.
Silicon transformer fluid is still considered an oil by the EPA because of oil-like characteristics in water.
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10. IMFT Oil Storage
Fuel Storage – IMFT has 2 aboveground fuel tanks located northwest of the warehouse (Bldg 20)
Electrical Transformers – located at electrical yards next to buildings and the substation
55-gallon drums of oil – used oil collected from equipment and vehicle maintenance. Located in the Chiller bay in Bldg 30 and vehicle maintenance sprung structure and Bldg 60 Area 6
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11. Potential Spill Pathways
Direct spill into storm drain
Direct spill onto the ground
Spill into a floor drain/roof drain or other void/conduit that discharges into the storm water system or the ground
Spills onto the ground would most likely be collected in the storm water system and discharged with storm water to dry creek. Spills not contained by secondary containment may flow over ground in areas away from the main building area or into the storm water system. Spills on the roof or near other drains that discharge in the storm water system would be discharged to storm ponds near SR-92.
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12. West Site Drainage
Flows from just west of electrical substation west and then south to Pond A
Can be contained using Valve at Pond A –
Can also be blocked at Pond B using drain covers
Most chemical storage areas are on the west side of the site
Pond A
Shut-off Valve
Primary Outlet
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13. East Site Drainage
Flows from electrical substation east and then south
connects after Pond A therefore Can Not be blocked by valve at Pond A
Can be contained using drains seals located in chlorine room in Well House #1
Well #1 near Pond B
Key & outlet covers
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14. Facility Map Site Storm Sewer
Lehi Irrigation Pond
Facility Map
Site Storm Sewer
Upper East Detention Pond
To Upper West Detention Pond
Outlet seals and key to Pond A valve
Oil spills would flow into the storm water system following the blue arrows. Areas west of the substation flow to the west and then south to Storm pond A. Areas east of the substation flow east and then connect to the storm water system between ponds A and B. Both Ponds may be blocked to prevent an off-site discharge. Pond A has a valve that may be closed. A drain cover is stored in well house building to block the outlet to Pond B. Water from Ponds A and B discharge to dry creek through Maple Hollow.
Primary Outlet
Pond A
Road A
Road B
Pond B
Shutoff Valve
Energy Dissipater
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15. Possible Spill Scenarios
Large Release Potential
High Probability
Damage to or release from oil delivery equipment during unloading at fill ports
Truck or forklift incident
Low Probability
Complete tank failure
Catastrophic fuel tanker failure during delivery
Possible spill scenarios for a large spill at IMFT: damage to or release during unloading/loading or transporting with trucks or forklifts has a relatively high probability of occurring while complete tank failure or catastrophic fuel tanker failure have a lower probability of occurring.
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16. SPCC Program Goals Spill Prevention
Achieved through installation of required equipment
Timely repair of malfunctioning systems
Regular inspections and good oil handling/fueling practices
Spill Control
Achieved through proper reporting and ensuring containment systems are functional
Spill Countermeasures
Achieved through quick spill response activities
Absorbents, dikes, and drain covers
The SPCC program is designed to prevent spills through the installation of required equipment, proper equipment maintenance and operation, good oil handling/fueling practices and regular inspections.
Spill control is achieved through proper reporting and response by the emergency response team and the proper use of containment systems.
Spill countermeasures are achieved through the use of accessible spill response equipment including absorbents, dikes, drain covers, or other necessary equipment.
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17. Spill Prevention - Inspections
Equipment owners need to periodically inspect equipment and containment areas
Inspections should be recorded
Items to inspect may include:
Condition of tank, piping, and valves or other appurtenances
Integrity of the containment
Indications of leaks, spills, or staining
Lack of water after storm events
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18. Spill Prevention - Inspections
Document periodic containment inspections (keep records for at least 3 years)
Ensure necessary maintenance and repairs to equipment are completed as scheduled - note general condition of tank/piping and non functioning valves
Periodically review inspection forms or corrective actions to ensure
Report all leaks and unusual observations to Security by dialing
Inspections of secondary containments and oil storage areas must be performed monthly . Records from the inspection must be kept for at least 3 years.
Inspections should note if maintenance and equipment repairs are required and the completion date of those repairs
Inspection records should be reviewed periodically to ensure that follow-up actions are complete
Leaks and unusual observations should be reported by dialing This may include not finding any water in a containment after a significant storm event.
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19. Containment Inspection Form
ESHS containment inspection form on Environmental SharePoint Site
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20. Draining a Containment
Inspect contained fluid for signs of oil
Oil sheen (often seen in parking lots)
Petroleum smell
Remove any oil or other pollutants using absorbent pads or other appropriate means
special oil only pads are available that will only absorb oil
Record actions on containment inspection form available on environmental SharePoint site under Forms
Drain at as soon as practicable to maintain containment volume
Keep containment closed except when draining
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21. Spill Prevention – Fuel Delivery
Tank truck drivers unloading materials at the site shall adhere to the following guidelines:
Remain with the vehicle at all times while loading
Drain lines to the storage tank and close the drain
Inspect vehicle before departure to ensure all lines have been disconnected and all drains/vents are closed
Immediately report any leakage or spills, including quantity, to security ,
Tanker truck drivers loading or unloading materials at IMFT shall adhere to the following guidelines:
Remain with the vehicle during all times of material transfer
Drain transfer lines and close all drains
Inspect the vehicle before departure to ensure all lines have been disconnected and all drains and vents are closed
Immediately report any leaks or spills including estimated quantity by calling 77777
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22. Oil Transfer Containers should be strapped down or constrained
Travel at slower speeds especially around corners, low visibility areas, and heavy traffic areas
Know what to do in the event of a spill or leak
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23. Spill Prevention - Alarms
Monitor activity of leak detection/overfill protection systems and respond immediately to alarms
Do not assume alarms are false even if repeatedly activated
Do not leave monitoring station unsupervised
Perform regularly scheduled test on monitoring systems to ensure that they are operational
All tank filling operations need to have overfill protections. If alarm systems are not available, constant visual monitoring may be used. Auto shutoff valves need to use also.
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24. Spill Prevention - Containment
Structures and work practices
Oil drums/containers are stored on “spill pallets” or other means of secondary containment
Check for indication of oil leaks on floors, spill pallets, dikes, retaining walls and berms
Report all spills and unusual observations to the ESHS group before they become problems
e.g. this may include the absence of expected water in a containment
Rain water must be emptied to maintain the capacity of containing a leak
All outdoor oil storage needs to have secondary containment. Oil drums or other smaller containers need to be stored on spill pallets or other means of containment. The containment must have periodic inspections to find indications of leaks or spills, accumulation of precipitation, and general condition of the containment. All unusual observations or spills need to be reported. Rain water must be emptied periodically to maintain capacity of the containment.
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25. Secondary Containment – Retaining Wall
Containment Curb
This is an example of concrete curbing around multiple transformers containing oil. The containment must be large enough to hold the contents of the largest tank plus ample room for precipitation.
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26. Secondary Containment – Double Walled Tank
Some vessels such as this emergency generator are double walled. The exterior wall serves as secondary containment.
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27. Secondary Containment – Fuel Tanks
Example of secondary containment for fuel tanks.
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28. Spill Response – Discovery of the Release
Extinguish any source of ignition
Identify the material released
Reference the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
If not a danger to human health, attempt to stop the release at its source
Initiate spill notification and reporting procedures (7-7777)
Upon discovering an oil spill or leak, eliminate all sources of ignition and identify the material released. An MSDS may be helpful to identify special characteristics of the spilled material. If no danger to human health exists, attempt to stop the source of the leak. Report the spill by calling 7777.
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29. Spill Response – Containment and Follow-up
Contain the material release
Recover or clean-up the material spilled
Clean-up of the spill area
Decontaminate tools and equipment
Call the Environmental group to arrange for proper disposal of waste materials
Notifications and reports
ESHS will coordinate
Review SPCC Plan to evaluate/improve response
After the spill or leak has been stopped and contained, clean up efforts may begin. Decontaminate tools and equipment used to clean up the spill. Collect and properly dispose of absorbents and spilled material. Call the Environmental group to arrange for proper disposal and for any questions.
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30. Spill Response – Supplies
Oil spill response supplies should be store near oil storage locations. Emergency cleanup supplies should be coordinated through ERT.
Small oil spills incidental to work may not need to be reported (e.g. small drips onto an absorbent pad during a vehicle oil change
Spill response supplies may include:
Dry sorb
Sorbent booms/pads
Spill mats
Protective gloves/suits and safety glasses/goggles (PPE)
Caution tape for protecting the spill area
Shovels and drums for collection of materials
Oil spill response supplies can be acquired through the ERT, janitorial, or stored in oil storage locations. Spill response supplies may include: dry sorb, booms or pads, spill mats, protective gloves/suits/safety glasses/goggles or other PPE, caution tape, and shovels and drums for collecting spilled materials.
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31. Closing Out a Spill Spill Report Form shall be
Completed whenever a spill not incidental to your work (i.e. not absorbed by a couple absorbent pads)
Completed by the ERT
Reviewed with the affected parties
Certain spills will need to be reported to local/state and federal agencies. It is important to gather the required information about the spill such as material spilled, quantities, status, impact, etc. ESHS personnel will coordinate and communicate reports or notifications regarding spills to the applicable agencies.
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32. Closing Out a Spill (cont.)
Post incident investigation:
Discuss what can and should be done to prevent another occurrence
Was the response quick and effective?
Should anything be done to enhance the response system?
Restock spill kits with replacement items and additional items if necessary
A post incident investigation shall be performed on all significant spills and leaks. Discussion items shall include how could this spill/leak have been prevented, how quick and effective was the response, how should the response or operations be changed.
The last step in closing out a spill, is to ensure that the supplies removed from the spill kits are restocked.
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33. Spill Contact Information
Emergency
Mark Illum
Michael Smith
SPCC contact information – Emergencies – , Mark Illum or Michael Smith
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34. Assessment Take the Assessment found here:
Credit will be given after passing the quiz.
Use the link below to access the online course assessment. Credit will be given after passing the quiz with a score of 80% or greater.
A refresher course will be offered annually.
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35. Questions?
Questions?
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