Rentz Farm Supply, Inc. - Executive Summary |
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Rentz Farm Supply, Inc has served the farming community in Brinson, Georgia for the past 37 years. We are developing a comprehensive emergency response plan and an accident prevention program at our facilities. We cooperate with public emergency planning agencies on a regular basis to develop and maintain contingency plans in case of an accidental release. All of our employees attend annual procedural safety and emergency response classes. This policy has allowed us to remain accident free for more than five years. Our anhydrous ammonia tank farm is inspected on a regular basis to ensure safe reliable operation. The last inspection was on July 1, 1998. A chain link fence to keep out unauthorized personnel encloses the facility. Safety placards are placed on the fence, on the tanks, and at fill stations. The facility's single 18,000 gallon tank is equipped with pressure relief valves and gauges to prevent overpressurization. The supply lines are equipped with excess flow devi ces that will automatically shut off the flow in the event of a pipe or transfer hose failure. The tanks and pipes also feature manual shutoff valves to stop and isolate a leak so that it can be repaired. The facility has a water purging system to clear any extraneous product from the transfer lines after use. There is a fresh water supply located at the fill station. The worst case scenario indicate that businesses and residences offsite will be affected in the event of a catastrophic release. However we believe that our vigorous safety and emergency response programs greatly reduce the likelihood of this scenario from happening. The alternative case release scenario is a more accurate assessment of any risk posed to the community. |