Reynolds BG Mix Tank - Executive Summary |
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EIGHTY-EIGHT OIL COMPANY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Accidental Release Prevention and Emergency Response Policy Eighty-Eight Oil Company (EEOC) is committed to providing a safe, accident-free work environment. A safe and accident free workplace is the result of diligent work and ongoing attention to all company policies. All EEOC employees are knowledgeable of the safe work practices applicable to their area or job, and abide by them. EEOC employees perform their work with maximum regard for the safety of themselves, co-workers and the general public. Regulated Substances Handled The 112(r) regulated flammable substance managed at this facility is BG mix. The regulated substance is used as a viscosity reducer at a breakout facility for a crude oil pipeline. Approximately 20,000 gallons of BG mix is stored on-site. Worst-Case Release Scenario The worst-case release scenario was modeled using the EPA Offsite Consequence Analysis Model . The model assumes the entire quantity of BG mix stored on-site is instantaneously consumed in a fireball tank explosion. Results of the modeling indicate the worst-case endpoint distance (1 psi overpressure) is 0.33 miles and the distance to the nearest public receptor is 0.35 miles. These findings indicate that given the rural nature of the facility and the lack of public or environmental receptors, the regulated process poses little risk to the general public or the environment in the event of fire or explosion. Accidental Release Prevention Program EEOC field personnel are provided various levels of training dependent on their overall job responsibilities. This training is conducted per the appropriate OSHA regulations, as are refresher classes. Specific training programs may include respiratory protection, lockout/tagout procedures, personal protective equipment selection, worker right to know/hazard communication standard, hazardous waste operations and emergency response. Additionally, personnel are knowledgeable as to the characteristics and hazards of the flammable material stored at the facility, and any conditions likely to worsen emergencies such as weather or mechanical equipment failure. EEOC employees know in the event an emergency is identified, the steps necessary to clearly communicate it to the EEOC qualified individual and the necessary steps to control any accidental product release or to manage a fire or explosion. EEOC employees are trained in the proper use of chemical extinguishers during the incipient stage of a fire. Inspections of the storage tank, fittings, lines etc. are performed during storage tank filling operations and as part of routine facility inspections by the EEOC personnel. Five-Year Accident History This facility has not had any accidental releases of BG mix in the past five years. Emergency Response Program In the event of a large fire or explosion, either the qualified individual or dispatcher will immediately notify the appropriate county fire depart ment and Local Emergency Planning Commission (LEPC). In this case, EEOC will rely on the local emergency response agency to provide fire protection. In the case of an explosion, given the remoteness of the facility, it is likely the facility will be consumed before response personnel could arrive. Depending on the severity of the emergency situation, other procedures to be followed by the discovering employee(s) to mitigate the emergency may include: 7 Stop the leak/release if it can be done safely without risk. 7 If fire has occurred, let tank burn unless leak can be safely stopped. 7 Evacuate all nonessential personnel and secure all ignition sources. 7 No road flares, smoking or other ignition flares allowed in hazard area. 7 Isolate hazard area and limit entry to emergency responders. 7 Stay upwind and uphill away from release. 7 Remain in a safe location until the qualified individual arrives. Direct and assist with any immediate response, containment, and equipment uti lization. Further secure the site from livestock and unauthorized persons. Planned Changes in Safety Program Given the remoteness of the facility, lack of proximal off-site receptors and the excellent accident history that has been demonstrated over time, no specific changes in the EEOC safety program are planned. However, routine training opportunities will continue to be provided to EEOC employees. If in the future, new safety technology relating to the regulated process is developed, installation of such technology will be further evaluated. |