UST Systems:
I Inspecting And
  Maintaining Sumps
  And Spill Buckets
  Practical Help And Checklist
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                               Contents

Introduction	1

  Who Should Read This Manual?	1
  How Will This Manual Help You?	1
  Why Should You Care About Sump Maintenance?	1
Safety Considerations	3

Getting To Know Your Sumps	4

  What Is A Sump?	4
  What Kinds Of Sumps Are Associated With My LIST System And Where Are They
       Located?	4
  How Do You Access Your Sumps And Spill Buckets?	6
Basic Maintenance Procedures For Sumps And Spill Buckets	7

  What Can You Do To Ensure Your Sumps and Spill Buckets Are
       In Good Condition?	7
  What Should You Look For When You Inspect Your Turbine,  Dispenser, And
       Transition/Intermediate Sumps?	7
  What Should You Look For When You Inspect Your Spill Buckets?	12
Where Can You Get More Information On This Topic?	15


Appendix A:  Sample Underground Storage Tank Sump And Spill Bucket
Inspection Checklist
    This document provides information on inspecting and maintaining sumps and spill
    buckets. The information provided in this manual is not intended to replace or
    contradict your specific manufacturer's instructions for maintaining your sumps.
    Nothing in this manual is intended to endorse or criticize any specific type of equipment
    or any manufacturer.  Photographs of common sump problems are provided for
    instructional purposes only. This document does not replace existing federal or state
    regulations, nor is it a regulation itself - it does not impose legally binding requirements.
    For regulatory requirements regarding LIST systems,  refer to the federal regulations
    governing underground storage tank systems (40 CFR Part 280) or corresponding
    state regulations.
Additional copies of this manual are available at no cost by calling EPA's toll-free distribution
center at 800-490-9198. Or you can download a color copy by going to OUST's World Wide
Web Home Page at http://www.epa/gov/oust/pubs

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Introduction
Who Should Read This Manual?
This manual is intended for owners and operators of underground
storage tank (UST) systems; specifically, anyone who oversees
the operation and maintenance of UST systems that contain and
dispense petroleum products. UST owners/operators should
ensure that only qualified personnel conduct inspection and
maintenance activities.

How Will This Manual Help You?

This manual covers recommended inspection guidelines and best
management practices for sumps associated with your UST
system. This manual will:

   *  Help you identify and inspect the sumps associated with
      your UST system, including the equipment in your sumps.
   *  Explain some simple steps you can take to maintain your
      sumps and the equipment in your sumps, as well as
      identify potential problems.
   *  Provide you with tips for fixing common problems before
      they cause a release to the environment.

For more complete guidance on how to operate and maintain your
UST system, refer to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) document, Operating And Maintaining Underground
Storage Tank Systems, Practical Help And Checklists (EPA 510-
B-05-002, May 2005).
Why Should You Care About Sump
Maintenance?

Despite advances that have greatly reduced the threat of
petroleum releases from UST systems into the environment, some
UST systems continue to experience releases. Inadequate
operation and maintenance is one reason these systems continue
to experience releases.
After reading this
manual, you
should be able to
identify the
different types of
sumps associated
with your UST
system and be
familiar with how
to identify some
common sump-
related problems.
The average
cleanup cost for a
leaking UST is
about $100,000.
The cost can be
more than
$1,000,000 if
groundwater is
affected.

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While this manual addresses a number of issues related to sump
maintenance, it may not cover some details specific to your
particular sumps. Keep in mind the information provided in this
manual is not intended to replace or contradict your specific
manufacturer's instructions for maintaining your sumps and the
equipment in your sumps.
     Dispenser
                          Inner sump lid
                         Line leak detector
                         Turbine pump head
                         Sump sensor
                                          Vapor recovery port lid
 Vapor recovery port
Fill port and spill bucket
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Sumps, including the sumps beneath dispensers, sumps around
the submersible pump (turbine) head1, transition/intermediate
sumps, and spill buckets are common sources of releases.
Releases of even small volumes of product can seep into the
ground and contaminate soil and groundwater. Inspecting and
maintaining your sumps is generally simple and can prevent or
minimize such releases.
                          This manual
                          presents practical
                          help and a
                          checklist for
                          inspecting and
                          maintaining
                          sumps. State and
                          local agencies may
                          require these or
                          other activities.
                          Please check with
                          your state or local
                          agency to
                          determine their
                          specific
                          requirements.
                 Diagram of an LIST system
1 Submersible turbine pumps are often known by their acronym STP.

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Safety  Considerations

If you perform sump inspection and maintenance activities, you
should be experienced and aware of hazards and safety issues.
Chances are you will be working in a high-traffic area, such as a
gas station. You should properly mark off your work area and take
appropriate steps to protect yourself. You should have the
following items:
      Safety barriers, such as traffic cones or yellow plastic tape
      to mark off your work area
      Orange safety vest
      Hard hat (for construction sites)
      Steel-toed boots
      First-aid kit
      Chemical resistant gloves
You should consider these additional safety precautions:

   * Sump lids may be large and very heavy and may require
      more than one person to lift. Use caution when lifting large
      steel lids.

   * Be aware of the possibility of explosive or harmful vapors
      when inspecting and maintaining sumps. Avoid breathing
      in petroleum vapors.

   * Please note that OSHA designates some sumps as
      confined spaces. See OSHA's standard on confined
      spaces in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part
      1910.146.
      http://www.osha. gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_documen
      t?p_table=STAN DARDS&p_id=9797
Person wearing safety gear
 while inspecting a sump
Person removing a sump lid
within a marked inspection
        area

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Getting To  Know Your Sumps

What Is A Sump?

A sump is a subsurface area (pit) designed to provide access to
equipment located below ground and, when contained, to prevent
liquids from releasing into the environment.

Sumps may or may not be contained. Contained sumps have
sides and a bottom, are designed to be liquid tight, and may have
a special cover designed to keep out water. Uncontained sumps
generally do not have a bottom and are not designed to prevent
liquid from entering or exiting the sump. These sumps may use
wooden or metal sheeting to restrict the slumping of soil or
crushed rock onto the equipment and to prevent the surface
pavement from buckling or caving.

What Kinds Of Sumps Are Associated With My
LIST System And  Where Are They Located?

The types of sumps likely to be associated with your LIST system
are:

Turbine Sumps - Turbine sumps are designed to provide access
to the turbine area above the tank.  The turbine area may house
the submersible turbine pump head, piping, line leak detectors,
interstitial  monitoring devices, wiring, and other equipment. You
generally will find turbine sumps directly above your USTs.
Turbine sump lids generally range from 3 to 4 feet in diameter and
can be round, oval, square, or rectangular in shape.

Dispenser Sumps - Dispenser sumps are designed to provide
access to  piping, flex connectors, shear valves, and other
equipment located beneath the dispenser.  Dispenser sumps are
found directly under your dispensers.
Uncontained turbine sump
Contained turbine sump
                                                            Contained dispenser sump

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Transition/Intermediate Sumps -Transition/intermediate sumps
are less common than other sumps, but can be found along the
piping runs that connect the tanks to the dispensers, and are
designed to provide access to the piping. Transition sumps are
used to transition from above-ground piping to below-ground
piping or, in some cases, to transition between different types of
piping. Intermediate sumps are located at key points in the piping
system (e.g., low spots,  branches, tees). Transition/intermediate
sump lids generally range from 3 to 4 feet in diameter and can be
round, oval, square, or rectangular in shape.

Spill Buckets - Spill buckets are contained sumps installed at the
fill and/or vapor recovery connection points to contain drips and
spills of fuel that can occur during delivery.  Spill buckets are
located where the delivery driver connects the product and/or
vapor recovery hoses to your tank.  Spill buckets can be found
directly above your LIST, at a location that is away from your LIST
(remote), or both.  They typically range in size from 5 to 25
gallons, and lids range from 1 to 2 feet in diameter. Spill buckets
may also be installed within a larger sump,  similar in construction
to a turbine sump, for secondary containment. In this case, you
will only need to open your smaller lids to access your spill
buckets.
 Spill Bucket Lid
Turbine Sump
      Lid
                      View of sump lids
                           Transition/intermediate
                                 sump
                                 Spill bucket

 Fill and vapor recovery lids
installed within a larger sump
          lid
                           Did You Know?
                           Most LIST systems
                           must have spill
                           buckets at each fill
                           pipe where fuel is
                           delivered into the
                           LIST. Some
                           facilities also may
                           have a second spill
                           bucket around the
                           Stage I vapor
                           recovery line.

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How Do You Access Your Sumps And Spill
Buckets?

You may need tools such as a large screwdriver, pry bar, wrench,
or hammer to open your sump lids. Composite lids may require a
specialized tool that you probably have on site. Have someone
help you in lifting large lids, as they may be very heavy. Use
caution when opening the lids and be aware of the following:
       Square, rectangular, or oval sump lids can fall through the
       opening and damage the piping, submersible pump, or
       tank.
       Round lids, while not typically capable of falling into the
       sump, may swing down and damage the turbine head or
       line leak detector.
       If applicable, follow your equipment manufacturer's
       recommendations if special instructions are necessary to
       open the sump lids.


       You may need a key to remove the dispenser cover in
       order to access the dispenser sumps.
Circular steel sump lid pulled
 back to show the inner lid
 covering the turbine sump
Square steel sump lid pulled
 up to show the inside of an
 uncontained turbine sump
  Circular spill bucket lid
  pulled back to show the
 fill port with a spill bucket
Generally, sumps will have a traffic load rated lid, beneath which
may be either direct access to the equipment or, if contained, an
inner lid covering the contained area.
                                                                   Dispenser cover pulled
                                                                  off to show the dispenser
                                                                   piping and equipment

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Basic  Maintenance  Procedures
For Sumps And Spill Buckets


What Can You Do To Ensure Your Sumps and
Spill Buckets Are In Good Condition?

Maintaining your sumps and spill buckets will involve gaining
access to them, inspecting them on a  regular basis, assessing
whether any problems exist, and ensuring any problems are
addressed.  For serious problems (e.g., obvious leaks occurring on
the piping and equipment, cracked spill buckets or sidewalls,
cracked or missing seal around the lid), it's best to contact your
LIST contractor or the manufacturer of your LIST equipment to
have the problem fixed. Appendix A contains a sample checklist
you may want to use to guide your sump inspections.
What Should You Look For When You Inspect
Your Turbine, Dispenser, And
Transition/Intermediate Sumps?

Are The Lids Tight And Sealed Correctly? Check to ensure the
lids to the turbine, transition, and intermediate sumps create a
tight seal when closed and are securely fastened. The seals of the
sump lids often dry out, crack, and require replacement; so you
need to ensure they are in good condition. Water in your sumps
may be an indication of a bad  seal.

Are The Sump Walls Intact? Check to ensure the walls of your
sump are intact and are not slumping or warping. If your sump is
not contained, check the sidewalls to ensure there is no caving.
Note: To avoid
accumulation of
surface water, you
should check the
seals of your
sumps' lids more
frequently if they
are located at a low
point on the
property or in the
path of surface
water runoff.
If you identify or
suspect a release
of fuel to the
environment,
report this to your
implementing
agency. For a list
of state UST
websites, go to:
http://www.epa.gov
/oust/states/
stateurl.htm
                                                         Contained turbine sump full of
                                                                 liquid

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 Is The Sump Free Of Debris, Liquid, Or Ice? Debris, liquid, and
 ice can damage equipment, reduce capacity (if contained), and
 interfere with your equipment's ability to operate correctly. For
 example, water in your sump will reduce capacity and may cause
 metal equipment in your sump to corrode.  Fuel in your sump will
 also reduce capacity and may damage some plastic sumps and
 other components not designed for long term contact with
 petroleum.  Similarly, used dispenser filters may contain small
 amounts of petroleum,  so they should not be left inside your
 sump. You should carefully remove and properly dispose of any
 debris, liquid, or ice in your sumps.
                                   Did You Know?
                                   Some sensors may
                                   alarm only when in
                                   contact with
                                   petroleum.  If
                                   covered
                                   completely with
                                   water, they will not
                                   alarm, even in the
                                   event of a
                                   petroleum  leak.
Dry, debris-free contained turbine
          sump
Contained sump with liquid
      and debris
 Is The Sump Free Of Cracks Or Holes? Examine your contained
 sumps for signs of damage (e.g., cracks or holes). Check to
 ensure no cracks are present around the areas where
 components, such as wiring conduit and piping, enter your sumps.
 Cracks and holes mean your sump will no longer contain product
 or prevent releases to the environment.

 Are Sump Components Leak-Free? Check to ensure the  piping,
 fittings, and connections in your sump are not leaking or dripping
 fuel.

 Is The Sump Free Of Staining/New Staining? Check to ensure
 no new stains are present since your last inspection. New staining
 indicates a drip or spill has occurred.
                                                                        Staining
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Are The Sensors Positioned Correctly?2 If you have sensors,
check to ensure they are positioned properly in the lowest part of
your sump and below the piping entry. Sensors should not be
raised as the result of false alarms or for any other reason.
Raised or disabled sensors will take longer or fail to detect a leak
and could violate regulatory requirements.
 Sump sensor
               Sump sensor in contained turbine sump
   Float sump sensor
  Liquid sump sensor
Are All Penetrations Into The Sump In Good Condition?2
Check to ensure all areas where electrical wires, conduits, and
piping enter the sump are sealed. Cracked or loose seals around
the penetrations can  allow liquids to enter the sump and can allow
fuel to be released into the surrounding soils if a release occurs
inside the sump.
    Sump penetration seals in
        poor condition

' Only for contained sumps
Sump penetration seals in
    good condition
                                      Did You Know?
                                      A crack or hole in
                                      your sump below
                                      the sump sensor
                                      will not allow liquid
                                      to accumulate in
                                      the sump to a level
                                      necessary to
                                      activate the
                                      sensor. As a result,
                                      liquid may be
                                      released
                                      undetected.  Such
                                      cracks or holes
                                      need to be repaired
                                      immediately.
                                      Did You Know?
                                      Some plastic
                                      flexible piping is
                                      installed within a
                                      larger pipe (or
                                      chase). There may
                                      be a seal between
                                      the primary pipe
                                      and the chase.
                                      Check with the
                                      piping maker to
                                      determine the
                                      proper position of
                                      the seal.

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Are The Test Boots Positioned Correctly And In Good
Condition?3 A test boot is found on secondarily-contained piping
and is a flexible sleeve usually made of rubber with a valve
located either at the entry to the sump or on the piping in the
sump. It is used to test the space between the inner and outer
piping walls for tightness. Check to ensure the test boots are in
good condition, not cracked or torn, and positioned correctly in the
sump.

To ensure a leak can be detected by your leak detection
equipment, test boots should be positioned so they allow product
to enter your sump if a leak from the primary piping occurs. There
are a variety of different configurations for test boots.  If you are
unsure of the appropriate configuration, check with your
contractor.
 Test boot located in a sump
 Test boots positioned at
sump wall, right test boot is
        torn
Is The Piping And Other Equipment In Good Condition?
Sumps may contain various types of piping and equipment such
as leak detection equipment, turbine motors, line leak detectors,
sensors, conduits, and flex connectors.
     Contained turbine sumps and equipment in good condition
                                         Did You Know?
                                         If your metal
                                         piping, including
                                         metal flex
                                         connectors, is in
                                         contact with the
                                         ground, it must be
                                         protected from
                                         corrosion.
! Typically only for contained sumps
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When inspecting the piping and equipment in your sumps, you
should watch for the following conditions:

    *  For metal piping, check to ensure the piping is not severely
       corroded, in contact with the ground if it does  not have
       corrosion protection, or otherwise degraded.

    *  For fiberglass piping, check to ensure the piping is not
       cracked, delaminated, or otherwise degraded.

    *  For flexible piping, check to ensure the piping does not
       have abnormal bends, breaks, cracks, or kinks; is not
       bulging, swelling,  or growing; has not become soft, spongy,
       or discolored; and is not otherwise distorted or degraded.

    *  Check to ensure the fittings and flexible connectors are not
       twisted or misaligned and the flexible connectors are not
       cracked, kinked, etc.

    *  Check to ensure other pieces of equipment, including
       pump head, line leak detector, and sensors, are not visibly
       damaged, severely corroded, etc.
                     Flexible piping is cracked
                  Metal flexible connector is twisted
                   due to growth of flexible plastic
                             piping


  Equipment and metal
piping covered with dirt in
   uncontained sump
   Fiberglass piping is
       cracked
                                                                        Flexible piping is degraded
                                                                         due to microbial growth
                                                                          Flexible piping is kinked
                                                                          Flexible piping is bulging
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What Should You Look For When You Inspect
Your Spill Buckets?
Are The Lids To Your Spill Buckets In Good Condition? Check
to ensure the lids to your spill buckets are in good condition so
they will keep water out when the lid is closed. Ensure that when
the lids to your spill buckets are in the closed position, they create
a good seal and are secured tightly. Some spill buckets contain a
rubber gasket inside the cover; check to ensure the rubber gasket
is in good condition and creates a proper seal when the lid is
closed.
  Cracked spill bucket lid
Spill bucket lid gasket
Check to ensure the lid is not touching the fill cap. This situation
should be repaired because it could potentially damage the fill
pipe and the tank if it is in an area where vehicles drive over the
lid.

Is The Spill Bucket Free Of Debris,  Liquid, Or Ice? Examine
your spill buckets to determine whether they contain debris, liquid,
or ice. For example, water in your spill bucket will reduce capacity
and may cause metal equipment in your sump to corrode.  Fuel in
your spill bucket will also reduce capacity and may damage some
plastic spill buckets not designed for long term contact with
petroleum.  You should carefully remove and properly dispose of
any debris, liquid, or ice found in your spill buckets during your
inspections. You should also check for and remove any liquid and
debris present in your spill buckets before and after every delivery.
                               A missing or
                               damaged spill
                               bucket lid may be
                               a safety hazard.
                               Replace it as soon
                               as possible. Until
                               the lid is replaced,
                               cover and barri-
                               cade the area to
                               prevent potential
                               accidents.
                                Spill bucket that contains liquid
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Some spill buckets are equipped with a valve that allows you to
drain accumulated liquid into your LIST. Others may be equipped
with a manual pump so fuel can be transferred to your LIST
system by pumping it through the fill pipe or removing the fuel and
disposing of it properly. However, keep in mind that when you
pump out or drain your spill bucket into your LIST, any water and
debris present also will enter the LIST. This could lead to internal
corrosion,  dispensing problems, and the need to remove
contaminated water from the tank.  If your spill bucket is not
equipped with a drain valve or pump, you can still  remove the
liquid and debris and dispose of them appropriately. Liquid can be
removed with a  portable pump, such as the one on the right.
 Drain
   Spill bucket with a drain valve
Spill bucket with a manual
       pump
Is The Spill Bucket Free Of Cracks Or Holes? Examine the spill
buckets for evidence of cracks or holes. If you have a metal
bucket, check for corrosion and rust. Also check for deformations
in the spill buckets or separation of the spill bucket from the fill
pipe.
                                     Portable pump
                                 If your spill bucket
                                 is always dry, this
                                 may be an
                                 indication that it is
                                 not able to contain
                                 product. You may
                                 need to test to
                                 ensure it is liquid
                                 tight.

                                                                    Spill bucket in poor condition -
                                                                    note the gap between the spill
                                                                       bucket and the fill pipe
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Are The Drain Valves Operational? Some spill buckets have
drain valves. Check to ensure the drain valve is free of debris and
operational (e.g., it can close tightly and be opened to drain fuel in
the spill bucket). If the drain valve is left open:
   * I twill act as a vent
          o  Possibly affecting the ability of your overfill device
             to function properly;
          o  Allowing potentially dangerous vapors to build up in
             the spill bucket or to be released to the soil or
             groundwater;
          o  Possibly affecting the operation of the Stage II
             vapor recovery system.
   * It can allow water and debris to enter your tank.
Never pump fuel
from your spill
buckets into storm
or sewer drains as
a method of
disposal.
Improper disposal
can contaminate
surface and
groundwater,
result in
vapor/explosion
hazards,  damage
sewage treatment
plants, and may be
in violation of state
or federal law.
                    Spill bucket drain valve
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Where Can You  Get More Information On This  Topic?
Federal Agencies
Publications
U.S. EPA
Office of Underground Storage Tanks
http://www.epa.qov/oust

U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and  Health Administration
http://www.osha.gov
1-800-321-OSHA (6742)

Organizations

API -American Petroleum Institute
www.api.org
(202) 682-8000

FTPI - Fiberglass Tank and Pipe Institute
www.fiberglasstankandpipe.com
(281)568-4100

NACE International - Formerly National Association of
Corrosion Engineers
www.nace.org
(281)228-6200

NFPA - National Fire Protection Association
www.nfpa.org
(617)770-3000

PEI - Petroleum Equipment Institute
www.pei.org
(918)494-9696

STI - Steel Tank Institute
www. stee Ita n k. co m
(847) 438-8265
The publications listed below are free and available
from the U.S. EPA. You can access these
publications via EPA's website or you can call, write
to, or fax EPA.
    *  You can download, read, or order
       documents from
       http://www.epa.gov/swerust1/pubs/index.htm
    *  To order free copies or ask questions, call
       EPA's publication distribution toll-free
       number at 800-490-9198 or fax 513-489-
       8695.  You can also write and ask for free
       publications  by addressing your request to
       EPA's publication distributor: National
       Service Center for Environmental
       Publications (NSCEP), Box 42419,
       Cincinnati, OH 45242.

Operating and Maintaining Underground Storage
Tank Systems: Practical Help and Checklists, U.S.
EPA, Office of Underground Storage Tanks,
Washington DC, EPA 510-B-05-002, May 2005.

Musts for USTs: A Summary of the New Regulations
for Underground Storage Tank Systems, U.S. EPA,
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, Washington
DC, EPA-510-K-95-002, July 1995.

Model Underground Storage Tank Environmental
Results Program Workbook, U.S. EPA, Solid Waste
and Emergency Response, Washington DC, EPA R-
04-003, June 2004.

Other Sources

For additional information on UST system operation
and maintenance, go  to U.S. EPA Office of
Underground Storage Tanks, List of Operation and
Maintenance Tools
http://www.epa.gov/swerust1/ustsvstm/o&m tools.html
                                                   For links to state UST websites go to
                                                   http://www.epa.gov/oust/states/stateurl.htm
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                                          Appendix A
       Note: Federal LIST regulations do not require you to report your maintenance activities, use
       this form, or keep any specific records of your sump inspection and maintenance practices.
        Sample Underground Storage Tank Sump And Spill Bucket Inspection Checklist
Name:
                                           Date/Time Of Inspection:
Comments/Follow-Up Needed:









Choose yes or no for each question that applies.
Choosing no on any item indicates a problem that should be corrected.
When you have corrected the problem, check the fixed box.
Turbine/Transition/Intermediate Sumps
Are The Lids Tight And Sealed Correctly?
Are The Sump Walls Intact?
Is The Sump Free Of Debris, Liquid, Or Ice?
Is The Sump Free Of Cracks Or Holes?*
Are Sump Components Leak-Free (No Leak Or Drips)?
Is The Sump Free Of Staining/New Staining?
Are The Sensors Positioned Correctly?*
Are All Penetrations Into The Sump In Good Condition?*
Are The Test Boots Positioned Correctly And In Good Condition?*
Is The Piping And Other Equipment In Good Condition?
Dispenser Sumps
Is The Sump Free Of Debris, Liquid, Or Ice In The Sump?
Is The Sump Free Of Cracks Or Holes?
Are Sump Components Leak-Free (No Leak Or Drips)?
Is The Sump Free Of Staining/New Staining?
Are The Sensors Positioned Correctly?
Are All Penetrations Into The Sump In Good Condition?
Are The Test Boots Positioned Correctly And In Good Condition?
Is The Piping And Other Equipment In Good Condition?
Spill Buckets
Are The Lids To Your Spill Buckets In Good Condition?
Is The Spill Bucket Free Of Debris, Liquid, Or Ice?
Is The Spill Bucket Free Of Cracks Or Holes?
Are The Drain Valves Operational?
Sump
Yes










\lo.:

No Fixed?
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
Dispenser No.: 	
Yes








Bucket
Yes




No Fixed?
1 n
| n
n
n
| n
i n
n
| n
No.:

No Fixed?
D
! D
D
i D
Sump 1
Yes










-Jo.:

No Fixed?
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
Dispenser No.: 	
Yes








Bucket
Yes




No Fixed?
1 n
| n
n
n
| n
i n
n
| n
No.:

No Fixed?
D
i n
n
i n
Sump h
Yes










Jo.:


No Fixed?
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
Dispense No.: 	
Yes








Bucket
Yes




No Fixed?
1 n
| n
n

D
| n
i n

D
| n
No.:

No Fixed?




D
D
D
D
Sum|
Yes










) No.:

No Fixed?
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
! n
1 n
Dispenser No.: 	
Yes








No Fixed?
1 n
| n
n
n
| n
i n
n
| n
Bucket No.:

Yes





No Fixed?
D
i n
n
i n
*Only for contained sumps

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United States               Solid Waste And            EPA 510-R-05-001
Environmental Protection     Emergency Response        May 2005
Agency                     5401G                     www.epa.gov/oust/pubs

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