Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures Training (SPCC) Plan South County Regional Wastewater Authority Gilroy, CA

Why do I need this training? So you know how to: Prevent of oil discharge by using appropriate operating procedures Control measures to prevent an oil discharge from entering navigable waters Apply Countermeasures to contain, clean up, and mitigate the effects of oil discharges

Purpose of SPCC To establish procedures, identify methods, equipment, and provide information needed to prevent the discharge of oil products into or upon navigable waters In an nutshell…How you should do your job to keep oil products and related-pollution out of the water!

What Are We Protecting? “Navigable Waters of the United States” All waters that are or were used for interstate commerce (e.g., Sacramento River) All interstate waters, including wetlands Tributaries to these waters Adjacent waters including wetlands, ponds, lakes, oxbows, impoundments Waters with a significant nexus to these waters At SCRWA Llagas creek is closest surface water Groundwater may have connection to surface water Keep it Simple! Keep it out of the drains – keep it out of the water! If a duck’s butt fits on it, then it is a navigable water – EPA views just about everything as having the potential to flow to a navigable water

SPCC Plan Requirements Certifications General Requirements (40 CFR 112.7) Security Fencing Lighting Spill Response Procedures Inspections Personnel Training Bulk Storage Container Requirements (40 CFR 112.8) Facility Drainage Secondary Containment Overflow Prevention Transfer Operations Integrity Testing Tier II Qualified Facility – SPCC Plan Template from CalCUPA Management agrees to provide the manpower, equipment, facilities, and materials required to (1) establish precautionary measures and to expeditiously control and remove any harmful quantity of oil discharged; (2) conduct periodic integrity testing of containers; and (3) conduct periodic integrity and leak testing of the valves and piping Security, fencing, and lighting designed to minimize access to containers storing oil, see leaks, and minimize vandalism

What is in the SPCC Plan? Facility description Facility diagram List of oil storage tanks, containers, and operating equipment Potential discharge scenarios Discharge prevention measures Inspection procedures Spill response procedures Emergency contact list and notification procedures Self-certification Actions personnel must take in response to fires, explosions, or any unplanned sudden or non-sudden release of hazardous waste or hazardous waste constituents to air, soil, or surface water at the facility. Arrangements agreed to by local police departments, fire departments, hospitals, contractors, and state and local emergency response teams to coordinate emergency services. Names, addresses, and phone numbers of all persons qualified to act as emergency coordinator. List of all emergency equipment at the facility (such as fire extinguishing systems, spill control equipment, communications and alarm systems (internal and external), and decontamination equipment), where this equipment is required, including the location and a physical description of each item and its capabilities. Present evacuation plans for personnel (where there is a possibility that evacuation could be necessary) describe signal(s) to be used to begin evacuation, and detail evacuation routes and alternate evacuation routes (in cases where the primary routes could be blocked by releases of hazardous waste or fires).

What is Expected of You? Prevent spills by following correct operating procedures, good housekeeping and best management practices Know what materials may spill in your area, where the spill may flow, what equipment you can use to control the spill and where that equipment is Know what do to if a spill occurs – how to control, who to notify, how to respond Understand what the SPCC Plan is for and what general information is contained in the plan Oil-handling personnel are trained in the operation and maintenance of equipment to prevent discharges; Discharge procedure protocols; Applicable pollution control laws, rules, and regulations; General facility operations; and, Contents of the Facility SPCC Plan

What Prevents Releases to Water? Secondary containment at fuel storage tanks and oil storage building Onsite ponds provide additional line of defense Following correct operating procedures, good housekeeping and best management practices Inspections verify that tanks and equipment are in good condition and operating properly Specific procedures for fuel deliveries, used oil pickup, and used oil handling

Where is oil stored in my area? If there is a spill, where will it flow? Spill Risks Fuel deliveries Used oil handling Fuel dispensing Tank leaks E092004013ATL

Procedures for Fuel Deliveries Instruct truck driver to report to plant office first. Plant employee observes all fuel deliveries. Verify that the driver places truck in neutral or park, sets parking brake, chocks wheels Cover nearby storm drain inlet with rubber mat. Have spill kit available in the immediate area. Verify available capacity of receiving tank by “sticking” or observing the tank’s gauge. Inform the driver of the available capacity and confirm the amount of fuel to be delivered. Monitor amount of fuel in receiving tank during delivery by observing the tank’s gauge or level of fuel in the tank

Fuel Deliveries (continued) Verify that the driver uses a bucket or drip pan to catch any drips when disconnecting hoses At reclamation emergency generator tank, pump fuel from spill container at hose hook-up into tank, if present Verify that prior to departure, the driver inspects all drain outlets on the truck and tightens, adjusts, or caps them as necessary to prevent discharges If a spill occurs, immediately notify the plant office and implement the spill control procedures in the Emergency Action Plan (Chapter 9 – Chemical/Fuel Spill Action Plan)

Procedures for Used Oil Pickup Instruct truck driver to report to plant office first Plant employee observes all fuel deliveries Verify that the driver places truck in neutral or park, sets parking brake, chocks wheels Verify that the driver has adequate capacity in his tank to accept the quantity of used oil being picked up Have a spill kit available in the immediate area Verify that the driver uses a bucket or drip pan to catch any drips when disconnecting hoses, as applicable.

Used Oil Pickup (continued) Verify that prior to departure, the driver inspects all drain outlets on the truck and tightens, adjusts, or caps them as necessary to prevent discharges. If a spill occurs, immediately notify the plant office and implement the spill control procedures in the Emergency Action Plan (Chapter 9 – Chemical/Fuel Spill Action Plan)

Handling Used Oil Drums Handle drums so damage or leaks don’t occur Transfer oil to new drum in case of damage or leak Keep containers closed except when adding or removing oil –latch funnel lids, screw in bungs Do not fill drum completely – allow 3” headspace Keep exterior of drums clean Make sure that hazardous waste label is completely filled out, visible, and legible

What Inspections are Performed? Monthly and annual inspection of non-Convault tanks Weekly, monthly, and annual inspection of Convault tanks Weekly inspection of used oil drums Documented on inspection checklists Inspectors receive additional training

What do I do if there is a spill What do I do if there is a spill? Follow Chemical/Fuel Spill Action Plan Stay Safe – injury or dangerous situation, call 911 Stop spill if possible (close valves, turn drum upright, etc.) Shut off ignition sources Contain spill Absorbents, pads, socks, etc. Divert Clean up spill Do not flush into storm drain or drainage ditch Do not add water to flush out storm drain Collect spilled material in labeled approved hazardous waste container Clean up spill (ctd.) Decontaminate surfaces and equip. Collect disposable material and place in labeled hazardous waste container Properly dispose of spill residues Reporting Note spill size, location, hazards, whether spill is contained or ongoing Call your supervisor Call Plant Manager Jan Guy Use plant intercom to notify plant staff to avoid area Plant Manager or person in charge will make external notifications Turn to page 6, Table G-5 to discuss Description of Discharge Countermeasures/Emergency Procedures

How do I control the spill? What equipment is available? Oil absorbent booms Pig Mat Gloves Shovels Disposable Tyvek suits Disposal bags with ties Neutralizing Absorbent (battery acid spills) Spill kits located at: Influent Pump Station East Emergency Generator West Emergency Generator

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