NC Salvage Co., Inc. - Executive Summary |
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This facility complies with NFPA-58 requirements for LP-Gas storage, and it is our policy to adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws. If an emergency were to occur, it is our policy to notify the Goldsboro City Fire Department, and request that they respond to the emergency. This facility is a salvage yard and uses the gas for cutting torches. The storage system consists of one (1) 30,000 gallon storage tank and associated piping, valves, burners, and other miscellaneous equipment. Our worst case scenariois failure of the 30,000-gallon storage tank when filled to the greatest amount allowed (88% @ 60F), resulting in a vapor cloud explosion. According to the EPA's look-up tables, the distance to the endpoint is 0.4 miles. According a stastistical search of the 1990 Census database, there are 34 private homes within the distance to the endpoint, with a total population of 89 people. This facility complies with the EPA's accident prevention rule and all applicable state and local codes and regulations. The propane system is designed, installed, and maintained in accordance with NFPA-58 and state law. In the event of an emergency involving our propane system, it is our policy to notify the Goldsboro City Fire Department and request that they respond to the emergency. We have discussed this policy with the fire department, and members of the fire department have inspected our propane system. There are currently no planned changes to improve safety. Certification Statement Within the past five years, the process has had no accidental release that caused offsite impacts provided in the risk management rule (40 CFR 68.10(b)(1)). No additional measures are necessary to prevent offsite impacts from accidental releases. In the event of fire, explosion, or a release of a regulated substance from the process, entry within the distance to the specified endpoint may pose a danger to public emergency responders. Therefore, public emergency respon ders should not enter this area except as arranged with the emergency contact indicated in the RMP. The undersigned certifies that, to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief, formed after reasonable inquiry, the information submitted is true, accurate, and complete. _________________________________ ________________________________ Signature Print Name _________________________________ ______________ Title Date |