2003-07-31_PERMIT FILE - M2003001

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Nissen Farm Resource STEP- BY STEP PETROLEUM SPILL RESPONSE PROCEDURES: IMMEDIATELY EXTINGUISH ALL POTENTIAL SOURCES OF IGNITION, TURN OFF ENGINES, DO NOT USE CELLULAR TELEPHONES AND DO NOT SMOKE! If the spill arises out of unloading operation: STEP 1 Shut off the transport pump and the delivery valve will be closed immediately. If the spill arises out of loading operations: STEP 1 Close the nozzle valve and tum the pump off. If the spill is in the tank dike/containment: STEP i If possible, stop the source of the leak and verify that the dike drain valve is in the closed position STEP 2 The person who discovers the spill will ask for assistance from all other personnel at the station to safely contain the spill and limit health or safety hazard. STEP 3 Notify the Designated Responsible Person/Facility Manager STEP 4 The Designated Responsible Person will evaluate the hazard to human health and safety. STEP 5 From aland-line telephone, call the fire department (911) and evacuate the area if there is an immediate threat to human life, or if the spill is uncontrollable. Otherwise ask them to stand by in case their services aze needed. STEP 6 If there is no immediate threat to human life, gather all necessary personnel and equipment at the station to safely contain and recover the spill. STEP 7 If deemed necessary, an environmental clean-up company will by notified to oversee the proper clean-up, testing and disposal of contaminated soils or product. STEP 8 The Designated Responsible Person will call the State Oil Inspector (303) 318-8547 within 24 hours if: • The spill is greater than 25 gallons (or that causes a sheen on nearby surface waters) • The spill is less than 25 gallons, but the cleanup cannot be completed within 24 hours of the spill Hall-Irwin Corporation Emergency Response Procedures for SPCC Plan Page 1 of 2