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The Bulletin

A company Limited by Guarantee registered in England No. 2261660 VOLUME38 Administrator: Brian Taylor

Number2 MAY2000 £10.00

(Free to Members)

Talking Point

Contents

Leaking installations have always been of concern to all sections of this Association. Collectively the APEA has been instrumental in improving standards on tanks and pipes to ensure that these problems are hopefully removed or at least minimised. There are however many installations that are old with single wall tanks and steel pipework which may be leaking or with the potential to leak.

The leaking petrol installations carry MTBE, which is causing great concern as it has been discovered in the ground water in the US and also in the UK and Europe.

While steps are being taken to ban this in the USA the Environment Agency in the UK is taking a more cautious approach.

It will however once again raise the issue of leaking installations and ensure that owners of petrol filling stations, along with the Environment Agency take a serious look at ensuring their stations remain "tight".

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NOTES &NEWS

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CHAIRMANS ADDRESS

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PROSECUTIONS

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STEEL TANK INSTITUTE

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ISO 9000

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M.T.B.E. BY ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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LFCDA AND TEXACO

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UNDERGROUND PIPEWORK CERTIFICATES

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APEA BRANCH SECRETARIES

SIMON WHITE

SOUTHERN BRANCH

ANTON MARTINJUSSEN

STEVE BLANCHARD

Opinions expressed in this Journal are not necessarily the views of the Association

ISSN 0263 - 4597 Website: www.apea.org.uk

EASTERN BRANCH

HUMB!:RSff)E BRANCH

MIKE SILMON

NORTH EAST BRANCH

RUTH SUTHERLAND SCOTLAND BRANCH

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ITALY UNVEILS INCENTIVES FOR UNLEADED FUEL SWITCH

TESCO UPGRADE FORECOURT TANK GAUGES

ROME - Italian Environment Minister Edo Ronchi yesterday announced incentives to encourage the scrapping of cars using leaded petrol by January 2002, as required by an EU directive banning the fuel from that date.

The EECO magnetostrictive tank gauge system provides Tesco pie with the low cost replacement opportunity to upgrade from existing hydrostatic units .

Ronchi said at a joint news conference with Transport Minister Pierluigi Bersani that the government would offer 200,000 lire ($99.18) per car to pay for demolition costs of vehicles registered before 1984.

Another incentive of 800,000 lire per car will encourage conversion to methane or gas of some 83,000 cars , Ronchi said. The incentives should be approved in June but the government is considering an extension through next year, he added.

Bersani said about 81 per cent of cars circulating in Italy, or 21.8 million, will be able to use unleaded fuel without any changes or problems. Some 1.94 million will need minor modifications, while only 1. l million vehicles will not

Tesco site at Commercial Street, Batley. Just one of 26 sites recently re-equipped with EECO gauging systems.

be able to use the fuel.

The EU's executive Commission ' s January 1, 2002 deadline for the use of leaded petrol in Italy is two years

The EECO range of forecourt tank gauging equipment provides a totally integrated system comprising probes , the Galaxy tank monitoring and inventory manage me nt unit and Smart Talk PC based fuel management software.

later than for most other countries.

The EU gave Italy, Spain. Greece and Portugal and .some French overseas territories extra time to ease the transition.

The Galaxy series is available in numerous tank and sensor configurations to give you the flexibility you need.

Reliable accurate monitoring is achieved throuah use of b EECO Smart Sensors. Compact design with l ", 2" , 3" and 4" probes to suit all tank apertures without tank modification.

GASOLINE ADDITIVE THREATENS US GROUND WATER WASHINGTON - A widely used a dd 1·rive to make . · 11 may cause cancer m I cleaner-burnina gasoline, but w uc "' . . t as many as 9,000 humans, may be leakmg 111 0 d d .

1 t tes from un ergroun community water wells 111 3 s a storage tanks, a study found.

REFUELLING FIRE

BE vhich stands for meth y l The c he mica l known as MT - ". · ie to enhan ce ,.. ·t ddecl to 0aaso 111 . terttary butyl ether - was 1ll s a II t · . ounts to cut air po u ion. octane and later in much largei am

A BP-AMOCO station in Overland Park . K ansas has experienced 3 flash fire s when vapo r ignited during fueling operations between late October and mid -Janu ary. The pumps ha ve been shut clown while the reaso n is investigated .

One minor injury occurred and one ve hi c le b~rn ecl.

Re portedly 14 similar in cidents occ urred nationwide in the pas t 12 month s. Static e lectri c ity is suspected. Jn all 3 cases the dri ve r started dispen sing, then returned and sat in the ve hicle until the nozz le shut off. the n we nt out to complete di spensing witho ut touching the ve hi cle

. cl . oxyae nate has been o ·I f' I . t a an sme 111 11 o0 B ut tie ou -tas Ill,,, . . cl States researchers II over the Unite ' . " found in gro und water a f . of the journal . wrote in the March 23 Web eL it1 on . .

S · ·e 'k Technology. nv1ronrnenta c1 enc c ~ 1 E .kely underscore efforts a lread y u.ncle r The stud y will 11 t I . . t ·ation to encl the use o t 1e way by the C linton aclm mt s 1' . . . ,. . cl cl t 8'1 JJe rcen t of the c 1e<1ne1oxygenate . whi ch 1s ad e 0 l . . • · . ~. . ., .. cl . U.S. areas with the wo1sl a 11 burning gaso line 1equ J1 e 11 1

A loca l TV report sa id that the compa ny was installing a vapor recove ry system at the stat ion to capt ure the fuel va pors. T hey hope to get pe rmi ss ion to reopen the pumps whe n that 1s co mpl eted

pollution probl ems " Very large amounts O r MTBE havt' bc~ t:'ll used Ill . . g rl1e iJ,'!Sl 20 )1ears and perhap' 2."iOJl()() gaso I me cIunn 2-1

leaking underground storage tank releases have contained MTBE," said John Zagorski, a scientist at the U.S. Geological Survey and one of the study's authors.

On Monday, the Clinton administration said it would try to ease concerns about contaminated water by seeking legislation to require that at least 1.2 percent of gasoline supplies come from renewable fuels, such as ethanol made from corn.

Environmental Protection Agency administrator Carol Browner also said she would ask congress for more authority to phase out or reduce MTBE. Phasing out MTBE will have only a "minimal effect" on U.S. gasoline prices if done properly, she said.

Zagorski said many leaking underground storage tanks are "likely to have caused significant ground water contamination" and called for speedy and detailed assessments of the community wells since -MTBE also tended to migrate long distances.

An estimated 90 million people in the United States obtain a portion of their drinking water from community water wells.

The 9,000 wells identified in the study represent one-third of the wells in states where data was suitable for analysis. In their study, the scientists combined data about the locations of leaking underground storage tanks and drinking water wells with information about the behaviour of MTBE. Zagorski said past MTBE releases would continue to threaten wells until 20 I 0 because MTBE degrades slowly in ground water.

Several states already plan to halt or reduce MTBE use.

California. the only state permitted by the Clean Air Act to make its own regulatory decisions about MTBE. plans to ba~ the oxygenate in 2003. Maine has EPA approval to quit usmg MTBE if it can find other ways to meet air quality g~als. while New Jersey can stop using extra MTBE during Wmter months.

require that at least 1.2 percent of U.S. gasoline supplies come from renewable fuels, such as ethanol.

The administration's plan also includes measures to eliminate the controversial fuel additive MTBE in gasoline.

The administration's plans were to be announced at a news conference by U.S. Agriculture Secretary Dan Glickman and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency administrator Carol Browner.

According to draft statements obtained by Reuters, the administration also will announce that it plans to ask Congress to eliminate a current federal requirement that clean-burning "reformulated gasoline" contain at least 2 percent oxygen by weight.

The timetable for the administration's plans to eliminate MTBE was not immediately known.

MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether), a possible human carcinogen, is used in about 85 percent of reformulated gasoline, which is required in parts of the country with the worst air pollution problems.

Ethanol, made primarily from corn, is the main competitor to MTBE in the fuel oxygen additive market.

Reformulated gasoline accounts for about 30 per cent of all the gasoline sold in the United States. It is required in 9 U.S. metropolitan areas with the worst air pollution. although other areas have voluntarily joined the programme.

Because MTBE has shown up in groundwater in reformulated gasoline areas such as California. the administration has been under pressure to ban its use. MTBE is used in about 85 percent of reformulated gasoline.

At the press conference, EPA Administrator Carol Browner is expected to ask Congress for legislation to ~an or significantly reduce MTBE use. while the agency begms a more lengthy proposal to do that using existing authority.

. About 21 billion gallons of MTBE were produced for use 111 gasoline in the United States between 1970 and 1998.

California and New England states would like Congress to eliminate the 2 percent oxygen requirement for reformulated.

The repcm will also appear in the May I print edition of the j~urnal Environmental Science & Technology, which is published by the American Chemical Society, the world}s largest scientific society.

However. farm groups oppose that idea because they .fear it would shut ethanol, which is made from corn. out of the reformulated gasoline programme.

U.S. TO SEEK PHASE~OUT OF MTBE IN GASOLINE WA.SHIN< ;'J'ON - In a bid to help farmers and ease <:onsumcr {'Oncerns ahout contaminated water supplies, the ( ·linlon administration will ask for legislation to

According to the draft statements obtained from a fuel industry source. EPA addresses that problem by asking Congress to set a minimum average renewable fuel content level for all gasoline.

The proposed minimum would begin at 1.2 percent. the current level of renewable fuel in the gasoline. and allmv for sustained growth over the coming de:ade. according to the draft statements.

KEITH HARRISON Best wishes to Keith (Concrete) Harrison ex Total Oil who is recovering from a series of disasters since retiring, he fell over while playing Golf and broke his ann, rumour has it he then caught a nasty rash in Thailand! Hopefully he will get better soon to enjoy the rest of his retirement!

AGM The AGM saw the re-election of the existing officers for another year. They are:Ian Taylor Chairman Ian Hillier Vice Chairman Andy Berry Honorary Secretary Mike Silmon Treasurer Jamie Thompson Honorary Editor Chris Knight, Bob Conlin, Peter Allen & Philip Monger Mike Silmon was appointed a Fellow of the Association.

EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE 2000 November 27th & 28th 2000 at the Excel Centre in London's Docklands The brand new Exhibition centre in the heart of London's Docklands will be the venue for the APEA Exhibition and Conference for the year 2000. The Association has already secure.d a. number of quality speakers recognised as the best 111 their field. The theme will be "oi· · s t a t.ion f or ,, the se rv1ce ' · · the future with some radical eno ee o des· · 1 11 1111 0 _ _ b 1gns berng presented for the first time at this conference. In addition presentati~ns on the issues of the day including MTBE and future leg1slat1ve changes will interest all sides of industry.

The Exhibition will be the largest for the APEA with 4000m 2 of exhibition space, there is already a commitment for more booths than before making this the largest show of its type in Europe.

To exhibit contact Brian Taylor on O1582 882753 or on e-mail at admin@apea.org.uk all our usual exhibitors will be contacted before the end of May for priority booking of space.

All members will rece ive booking forms to attend bo th the Conference and Exhibition and these will be se nt out in June

Mike Silmon and Ian Taylor

APEA NORTH WEST BRANCH MEETING 2MARCH2000 This meeting built on the success of the 'relaunch ' meetinob of the North West Branch with an increase in attendance from 18 to 50. The numbers were no doubt increased by the theme for the morning - 'LPG on Retail Forecourts. '

BRANCH NOTICES . ed everyone present The Secretary Bob Conlm we 1com · 11 to Mel Churm. for and extended the Branches best wis es . . d t Joe O'Riley on 111s his recovery from Illness, an continuing golf rest.

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National AGM

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SOAPBOX

OPEN FORUM

A new feature at the meetings, were a business is picked from a hat by our lovely assistant Steve Jones, giving the lucky winner 4 minutes to rant and rave about any subject they wish! On this occasion we were fortunate that Alan Inglis was chosen, who took the opportunity to give the meeting a resume of his experience and expertise in the Petroleum industry.

All of the speakers then made themselves available for an informative questions session. Alan Kirk was able to assure Edwina Greenwood (Warrington B.C.) that LPG does not smell of rotting fish.

LPG ON RETAIL FORECOURTS Presentations from various sectors of the industry and enforcement then followed.

Jamie Thompson, who gave the meeting the benefit of his experience of LPG in the London Fire Brigade area, covered the enforcement angle. Included in the presentation was a history of the development of LPG usage and information on incidents involving LPG. It was hinted that LPG might be categorised with all other refueling operations under the Chemical Agents Directive. Most incidents appeared to be due to installation problems and they had also highlighted problems in the area of training of forecourt staff for LPG incidents.

Next up was Alan Kirk - Installations Manager with Flogas UK Ltd. Alan explained the properties of LPG and highlighted some of the differences to petrol e.g. It will not drain bank to tank on line leak and it will cause cold bums.

The importance of fittings and sealants was again stressed and the problems caused by the use of different refueling connectors discussed.

Phil Lambeth - BP Bovis Alliance described BP's target of 300 sites by the year 2002 and the design process they have been going through. This included the main hazards identified by risk assessment. The importance of using experienced suppliers and minimising the work carried out on site by delivery of almost complete systems was stressed.

BP now operates an approved contractors system including specialist contractors for maintenance and emergencies.

One key issue was site identification and the restriction to sites with sufficient free space to accommodate separation distances currently in guidance.

EQUIPMENT DEMONSTRATIONS Ian Taylor. with his Hytec GB hat on. introduced their LPG dispensing equipment and explained the impo11ance of correct product choice. in particular sealants. They are using -;ealants that test to 400 psi.

Spencer Roger<., Orange County demonstrated the Hrnge pipework system. He explained the manufacture and test inµ Im the pipework and although the pipework is hased C)IJ .; I h ... 1a111less. the flt>xihility allow<., full length supply to 1wl!;11t- h1mecl J<•lllh

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E. COMMERCE A group of 14 leading energy and petrochemical companies from across the world-wide industry announced they will launch an independent industry procurement exchange. Discussions are already underway with further important partners and participants, including members from the supplier community.

The exchange will provide a global electronic marketplace open to buyers and sellers both large and small.

In addition, the exchange will develop technologies to remove inefficiencies in procurement, supply chain management and capacity utilisation. The founding partners will work together to make the exchange attractive for all companies across the industry to use. The scope of the exchange will initially include all procurement activities related to goods and services used within the oil and gas exploration and production business and the petrochemicals, refining, marketing and retail sectors of the industry.

Sir John Browne, BP Amoco's Group Chief Executive. said: 'The leading players within the industry have come together to improve performance, productivity and capital efficiency. Exchanges are a very exciting example of the application of internet technologies to drive efficiency and innovation across the supply chain.'

Harry Roels, a Royal Dutch/Shell Group Managing Director, said: 'Shell attaches great importance to EBusiness and so is delighted to play a leading role in the formation of this global exchange. By working together with industry partners and suppliers, we can deliver greater savings in a shorter time.'

The collective annual procurement spend of the founding partners exceeds $125 billion: 40% of this spend is in North and South America, 40% in Europe and Africa and 20°/c in Asia Pacific and the Middle East. The partners plan to use the exchange for a significant amount of their procurement.

An independent company will be created to own and operate the exchange. Initially at least three-quarters of the equity in the new company will he owned hy the energy and petrochemical companies. The remainder will be allocated to staff and technology providers. It is intended to prepare the company for initial public offering !IPO) in the future.

The exchange will he launched using the CommerceOne Marketsite platform. Other technolon prm iders \Vi 11 he selected hy the exchange tu en ... ure ..,ufficient tkxihility tu meet the neec.b of the indu..,try

PRESTIGIO US AWARD FOR FORECOURT ENGINEERING Every year since 1995, when Forecourt Engineering Ltd won their first bronze award in this prestigious initiative, they have been successful in receiving further commendations.

This year being no exception, they are proud to receive a "Silver Award" m recogmt10n for the high quality maintenance services that the company provides to the Post Office. In addition , the company was among the nominees for the overall award among the Vehicle Services division.

Under the te1ms of a national contract, Forecourt Engineering are responsible for the service and maintenance of the pumping equipment at some 300 locations where diesel is used to fuel the huge fleet of vehicles operated by the Post Office. The company is mindful that fuel is the " Life Blood" of the operation - without diesel mail can't be delivered - therefore, when a service request is received from the Post Office national fuel centre, Forecourt Engineeri ng 's service department ensure that this valuable customer received a rapid response.

Pictured from left: Keith Jenner Financial Director. Tony Jenner Managing Director, Barry Jenner Sales & Ma~keting Director

Annuall y the Post Office ev aluates its reg ular supplie rs under the I st Class Supplie r Award Scheme and rewards those who have consi stentl y provided a high quality of service.

The 1st Cl ass Supplier Scheme not only measures the quality of service given , but amongst other topics considers management styles, initiatives, health and safety and environmental issues. Forecourt Engineering's Managing Director, Tony Jenner explains that thi s award is not cosmetic. but refle cts the hard work and dedication that hi s e ntire team have put into ensu ring that the company is truly a " I st Clas s Supplier" not only to the Post Office but to it 's e ntire customer base.

Fuel pump service and maintenance facilities represent only part of the overall pac k age o ffered by Forecourt . able to provide a complete Eng ineering. The company 1s ' . · the des ian , suppl y. turnkey packaoe encompass mg "' . . "' . of fu el pumps. tanks 111sta llat1on and onward mamtenance d. fuel management and associated products, inc 1u mg . o'rn "'oina"' systems. eq utpment and tan k, conten ts ,,,,

CHAIRMAN S ADDRESS Ian Taylor Good mornin g to yo u all and welcome to the A PEA's 42nd AGM. It 's now been a whole twelve mo nth s since I bec ame chairman of the APEA and frank ly it too k me six mo nths to get aro und to findin g out w hat the A PEA is reall y abo ut. T he next s ix month s . attending meet in gs and ge nera ll y e ndeavouring to see if I co uld make 111 y sta mp or at least do somethin g use ful for the assoc iat io n. So 111 e sort o f wo rth while contributio n.

So let's run through what we as an assoc iation have clone al the end of an old mille nnium and the beg inning of a new o ne.

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. h d the new a uidance doc ument; it was eventual ly publt s e "' tl 1y members ·rncl lo ng in cornin a. we have to thank 1e ma1 . L· c1· : cl ~ "' . d this document. a tes c1n friends who contnbute to . . . . b for some tllne to co111e the o tl e me t1· tt tS and wt 11 e ,,,en . I · thi s country but ··Bible" It will be referred to not o n y in . . . · . as colleagues. lt 1s sornethmg also by some of our oveise, · ':' . · . . . . ,. ·oud of as tt ans wet eel many ot 1·11 1s assocrntton ts veiy pt · ' ' . ·. he old HS G4 l and of course the prob le ms assoc iated with t . . that have raken place smce the addressed the changes . t W "tS first conce tved. It has cost o ri ginal TCB documen ' . . .~ . · £ 19 OOO to o bta m ag ree me nt to get tht s Associa ti on so me · . . . ber of thi s Assoc 1at1011 and to print a a co py to eac I1 mem . · · <u- num be1. ·J'oi· tlie In stitute o1 Petrole urn It) se ll tu the s11111 · 1 110 cos t to the m . pu,11 1.c anc1 1·is. t )\\ll1 IP me mbers(![ ·

This Association took this decision to send each of its members a copy absolutely free of charge without putting too much of a dent in its finances and for that alone I'm sure that the members are grateful.

2 During the last year we the association sent you a wall calendar for the first time, containing various snap shots that Jamie Thompson has collected during his very long and not uneventful career. It has proved popular overseas and if you like it we can consider producing another for next year. Also we sent out the other "Bible" namely the 2000 yearbook. It is very strange that many people assume that the yearbook just sort of happens. I will tell you now it does not. We decide that the size is right. We then take a look at the content; it is the information you supply us that enables us to build up the yearbook. Please respond to the letters that will be sent to you, we check to see if the listings are correct. We then contact people to advertise in it. Having done all that we have several words with the Almighty and only then do we send it to print. And still it's not perfect. God and us can't manage on our own. I should be grateful if anyone who has something to add to speak to Paul Chawner who is responsible for the collating of the yearbook. We need your help, so please do not be afraid to come forward.

3 Many of you will remember that it was my intention to visit each of the branches during my year as Chairman.

Well, I have still got a couple to go to and one of those I let down badly, hence I have rather a large round of drinks to buy later today in order to try to make amends. I found those that I visited lively and enthusiastic. There were many topical speakers. The main point of interest was LPG on the forecourt and how this was going to affect the station and the petroleum officers. Safety was another problem during the LPG installation. Phil Lambeth of the BP Bovis Alliance was of great assistance in telling of their plans in respect of LPG. They spent quite a lot of time explaining how best practice should be employed during a LPG installation. Likewise we heard from the dispenser manufacturers and even the people who produce the pipe.

Another topic was related to wet stock management.

Some might say that it\ like watching paint dry, believe me. to many it's the difference between making a profit or going under. I also heard from one speaker of some of the tragedies that have taken place on the garage forecourt and also seen the mess created for the families of the victims. Often these are accidents that with a little common sense could so easily have been avoided. Hence the need for the AFC\ and what it represents. We will hear from Tony Jenner shortly with regard to their activities. All information brought to our branches is of consequence. It matters that others hear of the good things as well as the had. It all helps to prevent the tragedies of the future. If the APEA is responsible for only infonrnng. it could well save one life. and that\ good eno111.d1 for me. That 1ustifies the APEA and what 11 s1an11<. Im f'here were many speakers during this ye,1r <md J for <>Ill' should like to express my Slllcere thanks l'>r 1tw t1111t· a11d L·florl thn h;1vl' given us.

4 We are a tremendous source of information; our futured depend on the speed with which we disseminate it. Our future success will depend on the flexibility and the way with which the APEA can change to meet the new demands.

Hence the need for training and the APEA's ability to teach and inform. As most of you are now aware we have embarked on another training scheme. We would very much appreciate your feedback if you have attended one of these. It's yet another way for us to find out what you the members desire. We are not afraid of any subjects; equally we don't want you to be. You might well believe that you know it all. If that's the case you can teach us. If not, what would you like to see by way of training? We are open to suggestions as to what you want. Peter Alan who heads up the training would just love to hear from you, and so would I. Peter will expand later on today about the various training courses that are open. I know that some of you would like to take up the various subjects that are clear to you. Also some of you like Frank Hare would perhaps like more focused subjects.

5 The 1999 APEA Conference and Exhibition were held in Telford. It was the most professional show that we have ever had. The speakers were brilliant; they're chosen subjects were delivered to a very respectable audience who showed their appreciation at the end of each of their talks. I did think that the industry did us all proud with the quality of their respective stands. It was the first time that we introduced the LPG vil!aae and they have a number of our members on their st:nds. The number of visitors was slightly down both from the commercial sector and the authorities. I think this reflects the state of the industry and the trend that appears to be worldwide.

What some may not appreciate is the effort that is put in by the few to produce an exhibition of that quality. There are some here today I should like to express my own personal thanks to.

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Chris Knight. Organiser always taking care of the loose ends.

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Tony Jenner and Denis O'Dea informing our industry of the show.

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Jamie Thompson and the speakers he invited.

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Brian Taylor, my own personal nagger and supporter. who is worse than my mother.

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The many whose names I have not mentioned who contributed lo the smooth running of the occasion.

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After the show I did invite the exhibitors to a private meeting held in the upstairs forum. to find out what they thought of the show and generally how we cou Id improve it. It clicln ·1 lake long for most of them to agree that Telford was the wron12 venue and that ideally we should reconsider going hack~to the Metropole and to rc·v1cw the cost in doing so. The con~ensu~ of opinion Vv as that Telford was out on a limb <md that the prospcell\·l' v1s1tors thought 11 wa~ a step too lar. We did rl'·L'\amine

the Metropole and found the cost prohibitive as far as the show was concerned. The rooms were nearly double the price of Telford. The dinner would require several mortgages not withstanding the quality of the food.

We looked at the alternatives and rapidly came to the conclusion that the new Excel building was probably the most exciting venue in Europe today and offered all that the APEA required at a reasonable cost. The hotel accommodation was vast, ranging from sixty pounds per night and upward. The Excel exhibition and conference centre lies in the old docklands of London almost opposite the Millennium dome and adjacent to The City Airport. Access is easy either by public transport or by car. I have some pictures that will enable you to see what an outstanding venue this is.

Because we are holding the Conference and Exhibition in late November, we hope to attract many overseas colleagues, as well as the members from the far-reachina '= areas of the UK. Perhaps they would enjoy a weekend of Christmas shopping and site seeing in London as well as popping in to see us.

The topic for this year will be the Fillina Station of the Future and what is going to be excitin~ as far as the industry legislators are concerned are tl;at the changes ~ill be light years ahead of what is currently happening m the world. It will be a must for the legislators as we hope that the show will be the first time viewing of an entirely new concept of the garage forecourt andL it will enable many questions to be answered. I have no doubt that these new stations will take the industry by storm.

There is only one place to see it and that is at the APEA Conference and Exhibition in London in November.

6 You will recollect that last year we took our first steps towards the building of a website APEA.org. What we hadn't planned on was the size of the project ;nd we have now put it in the hands of the professionals. Paul Chawner will elaborate on this in a few minutes.

7 We the association are still exploring how we might progress in forging better links with the PEI in the US and how we can trade information for the benefit of our joint members. Hopefully the show in London will assist in forging those links. We are at present discussing with the PEI the possibility of their having a stand at our show that illustrates what they do. and what concerns the US market has, as well as offering advice to their Petrol Officers. In the US they are called Fire Marshals.

We are also exploring at the moment a joint participation in Spain. APEA "Espania". We are speaking to our counterparts in Scandinavia and Germany. All of which will add to the quality of information at your disposal as well as spreading the APEA gospel.

8 To conclude Ladies and Gentlemen. I should like to thank all the council member> of the APEA for their absolull' support over the past year and thosL' of you who invited me to your meetings during the vear. Last year Wt' said

that the chairman's role really required more than the customary 12 months. I can with hand on heart, state that is absolutely right. There is still a lot to do and not much time to do it. I have also got to thank all those back at Hytek for holding my job open and giving me the time required to do the job. Without their dedication and support life as the chairman would be a great deal tougher. Thank you all for suppmt and for attending today.

Prosecutions ATTENBOROUGH PETROL SERVICE STATION FINED Save Service Stations Ltd, the owners of Attenborough Petrol Station on Nottingham Road, were fined a total of £4,500 and ordered to pay costs of £749.57 at Nottingham Magistrates Court. where they pleaded guilty to three contraventions of the conditions of their petroleum spirit licence.

During 1998, Notts County Council Trading Standards Officers visited the station on a number of occasions and found several problems regarding safety procedures and documentation requirements of the petroleum spirit licence.

In February 1999 a warning letter was sent to the Company.

Trading Standards Officers visited the site in June 1999 to carry outL pump verification and found that the person in charge of the station was not trained as a Competent Person to have control of the station. Despite having worked there for a month he had no knowledge of health, safety and emergency procedures. Another person questioned .. sh~wn in the training records as a Competent Person. also d1dn t have any knowledge of the Health and Safety requirements for the site.

Save Services Ltd, owners of the service station. holds licences to over 400 petrol stations throughout Britain and enters into agreements with self employed service operators to run them.~These operators are responsible for employing and training all site staff The company's Area Managers make fortnightly visits to stations and complete an audit report for each visit. The Area Manager recorded. on two separate visits. that the staff training records at Attenhorough were not complete. therefore the company was aware that an untrained person had been working at the station ror a month but took no steps to L'nsurc that proper training was carried out.

Colin White. Notts County Council LL'gal Service Manager. said "It is a licence condition that Pctrnl Stations have a fullv trained ( \1111petent PL'rson on dut\ at a station whcnevn it i~ 01wn tn ensure that tlw L·orrect pn1L'L'durL's arc followed to protect the puhliL· in l"<ISL' of an t'lllL'rgL'llL'\ ..

PLAINS ROAD PETROL SERVICE STATION FINED

SERVICE STATION OWNER FINED FOR IGNORING SAFETY BREACHES

Malthurst Retail Ltd, the owners of Mapperley Petrol Station on Plains Road, were fined a total of £3,000 and ordered to pay costs of £806.06 at Nottingham Magistrates Court, where they pleaded guilty to four contraventions of the conditions of their petroleum spirit licence for the station.

Trading Standards carry out routine inspections of licensed petrol stations and on 5th March 1999 the Larch Farm Service Station at Ravenshead was inspected. The officer found that the petrol tank filling pipes. which the conditions of the petroleum spirit Licence issued require to be locked, were found to be unlocked, with no chain or padlocks available on the premises. On two previous inspections, in March 1998 and November 1998, similar problems resulted in warning letters being sent to Jadeprime Ltd who are the Licensees for the station.

In November 1998, Trading Standards Officers from Notts County Council visited the petrol station and found incomplete site records and an untrained operative in charge of the station. In December 1998, a warning letter was sent to the Company concerning their records and general site safety.

Officers revisited the site seven months later and found that the site register still had not been completed and in fact no records had been kept since the company took over the site in August 1998. In addition, the licence conditions require every petrol station to carry out a Risk Assessment of fire and explosion involved with the dispensing and storage of petroleum, which also had not been undertaken.

Malthurst Retail Ltd, owners of the service station, holds licences to 48 petrol stations in England and enters into agreements with self employed service operators to operate the stations. These operators are responsible for employing and training all site staff. Malthurst Retail Ltd, however, employs Area Managers to visit their stations but there was no set pattern of visits and there were no instructions issued to Managers to inspect the Site Register on these visits.

Despite the warning letter in December 1998 the Company had not ensured that the Site Register was completed and there were no records of any staff working at the site having been trained.

Colin White, Notts County Council Legal Services Manager. said "The correct training of staff at a petrol station is very important to ensure the safety of the public. especially in an emergency. and the assessment of the risks at a station is designed to ensure that such emergencies do not arise.··

A further visit on l 5th March 1999, after the station had closed for the night, revealed that the nozzles had not been locked into the petrol dispensers, again a requirement of the Licence conditions.

On 8th December 1999 Natu Badiani a director of Jadeprime Ltd, appeared before Mansfield Magistrates and pleaded guilty to three offences under the Petroleum Consolidation Act 1928 and the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974. They were fined £300 x 3 totalling £900 and ordered to pay costs of £563.68.

Trevor Symonds defending for Jadeprime stated the company had now tightened up their procedures for managing the station and training its staff.

Petrol is a highly inflammable commodity and it is important that Licensees comply fully with the Licence regulations to ensure both their staff and the public are properly protected.

STI, A Trade Association Meeting the Needs of Atmospheric Steel Storage Tank Manufacturers Worldwide

By Anne Kiefer, Director of Administration & Member Services, Steel Tank Institute

"To dependably and sensibly address the common needs of steel storage tank manufacturers through any legal, ethical and co-operative actions which elevate the industry."

That is the mission of Steel Tank Institute (STI), an international trade association formed in the United States in 1916. Throughout its existence, STI has been helping manufacturers to promote the safety and strength of steel as the best choice for petroleum and hazardous materials storage. Recognized as a leader in the storage tank industry, STI develops standards for the fabrication and installation of state-of-the-art steel underground (UST) and aboveground (AST) storage tanks.

STI represents more than 90 companies fabricating atmospheric steel storage tanks throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada and Mexico, as well as in Australia. Brazil, The Dominican Republic. Denmark, South Africa and Thailand. Affiliate Member companies provide materials and services to the tank fabricating industry.

STI was incorporated in 1962 as a not-for-profit trade association under the laws of the United States. A Board of Directors governs the Association. which approves the recommendations of seven standing committees charged with responsibility for developing STI fabrication, installation and testing standards. Standards are upgraded annually, to reflect the development of new technologies, to capture knowledge gleaned through research studies and field testing. to incorporate the manufacturing expertise of STI members and industry experts. and to reflect knowledge gained by examination of the real-world performance of steel tank technologies. Changes in the needs of tank buyers, development of new materials and new methods for tank manufacture, and new regulations for environmental protection and fire safety are all important additional drivers for the development of new STI standards and the enhancement of existing storage tank technologies.

STI is an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited developer of industry consensus standards.

Often. STI technology tank standards incorporate a minimum requirement of compliance with the standards developed by 3rd party testing organizations such as Underwriters Laboratories International (UL!) and Underwriters Laboratories of Canada ( ULCL ST! standards then mandate additional protective designs. quality control measures. and the provision of a long. term Limited Warranty.

Independent consultants hired by STI. visit member manufacturing. facilitit·~ to examine fabrication and

testing techniques, and quality control procedures, for compliance with STI standards requirements.

Another important role for STI is service to environmental regulatory agencies such as the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and fire code organizations. STI serves on advisory committees, and makes recommendations for enhancements to regulations and standards on issues concerning tank construction, design. installation, testing. cathodic protection monitoring, leak detection and prevention. safety procedures, and fire and explosion prevention. STI has kept track of the latest developments with the Association for Petroleum and Explosives Administration in the U.K. and the CEN in Europe. In North America, STI works with the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA). The Uniform Fire Code (UFC), The National Fire Prevention Code of the Building Officials & Code Authority (BOCA). The Standard Fire Prevention Code of the Southern Building Code Congress International (SBCCl). the International Fire Code (IFC) and the National Fire Code of Canada.

Involvement in research & development, field testing. research studies. quality assurance inspection and field perfonnance evaluation, uniquely qualifies STI to serve as an authority on environmental protection and fire safety in the design and construction of shop-fabricated steel storage tanks. To increase industry knowledge concerning these issues. STI develops and presents educational seminars.

Seminars arc designed for architects. engineers and tank specifiers. code and regulatory agency personnel. and tank testing and installation professionals.

Seminars cover rc4ui1~cments for construction. installation and maintenance of storage tanks. as well as tank testing. cathodic protection monitoring and tester certification.

TANK TALK. the industry journal of STI. provides information on issues and new developments for tank owners. specifiers and regulators. STI's web site. www.stecltank.com provides tank buyers with a dccisionmaking process that examines the important questions behind selection of the appropriate tank technolog.y for a particular site or purpose. The site indudt'S an l''\amination of relevant codes and regulations related to each tank technology. research studies and ted111ical papers. and links to mon: than 100 lither organizations induding. steel producers. rcg.ulator~ and code bodies. testing. org.anitatillns and tank appurtL'nancc suppliL'rs. The ST! (JuickStlL'l' ( '!)_ ROM. a compk·tc tool for lkvL'loping bid ~pecifiL·ation~.

including CAD drawings and materials lists, is available through the web site.

Complete information on the Association and direct links to STI member fabricators are also available.

Since 1970, STI members have built and installed approximately 250,000 sti-P3® tanks across the United States, Canada and Mexico.

The sti-P3® tank is a cathodically protected underground steel storage tank, which was designed to prevent corrosion, which caused bare steel tanks to leak. In 1969, STI members developed the first standard in the United States for this particular method of corrosion protection of steel underground storage tanks, the sti-P3® Specification and Manual for External Corrosion Protection of Underground Steel Storage Tanks (STI-P3-00).

The sti-P3® tank still enjoys one of the best performance records in the underground storage tank industry.

During the 1980's new underground storage tank technologies proliferated, giving the marketplace the strength of steel and the corrosion-resistance of fiberglass in new types of tanks. STI members responded with the development of standards for composite tanks, incorporating a steel inner tank and an integral frp coating.

The ACT l 00® Specification for External Corrosion Protection of FRP Composite Steel Underground Storage Tanks (F894-00) was published in 1989. Another new technology, the jacketed tank, utilized an inner steel tank

and secondary containment provided by an frp jacket over a monitorable interstitial space.

In I 992, STI members published the Specification for Permatank® Jacketed Tanks (F922-00). An enhancement to the composite tank utilizing urethane coatings without fiberglass, was introduced by STI members in 1996 with the ACT-100-U® Specification for External Corrosion Protection of Composite Steel Underground Storage Tanks (F961-00). More than 50,000 tanks built to these standards have been installed worldwide.

Aboveground storage tank technologies expanded in the l 990's, offering tank buyers options such as the double-wall F92 l ® impact and fire-resistant tanks, dike tanks such as F9 ll, and the ultimate fire-protected Fire guard® thennally insulated tank.

STI members developed the F92 l ® Standard for Aboveground Tanks with Integral Secondary Containment (F92 I ~00) in I 992 adding the Fire guard® Standard for Thermally Insulated Aboveground Storage Tanks (F941-99) in I 994. In 1999, fire resistance was added to the F921® Standard with the development of the Flameshield™ tank. Since 1992, more than I 7,000 tanks built to these standards have been installed across the United States and Canada.

For more infonnation about membership in Steel Tank Institute, visit the website at www.steeltank.com or contact Anne Kiefer at 847/438-8265.

ISO 9000 - TO BE CERTIFICATED OR NOT TO BE CERTIFICATED? REVISED STANDARD DUE IN 2000 SELF VERIFICATION

By Rob Fairclough, Quality Consultant, Fairbanks Environmental Ltd Why ISO 9000'?

'Quality is a combination of performance and good design that meet - or exceed - your customers needs and expectations'.

Demonstrating the quality of your products or services should not be difficult once you have your order. but if your potential customers have not used you before how can they he sure that you can deliver a quality product?

Many large companies now insist that they will only use companies that lrnvc ISO LJ(){J(). II you do not haw ISO LJ()()() will V<JU he :thle to successfully tender and will you he able lo )!l'I onto thell' Approved Supplier List'.'

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most businesses apply ISO 9000 because they believe that their customers require it, or will require it in the future.

The questions that all businesses therefore need to answer are 'Am I losing business, have I lost business or will I lose business because I do not have ISO 9000"!

The Benefits

Implementing ISO 9000 can help you: • Examine your business and improve your systems. methods and procedures.

• Assure that orders or your service consistently and on time.

is delivered

• Highlight product or service cleficiencie' and de\l'lllp a process for improvement

• Give a clear signal to new and existing customers that you are taking positive steps to maintaining and improving your quality.

• Cut the costs of getting things wrong.

• Cut your overall costs through reducing waste and improving efficiency.

Setting up an ISO 9000 System You will need to produce: • A Quality Policy - a short note about your companies attitude to quality and how it affects your customers. It must be understood and followed by everyone.

• A Quality Manual - a general description of your quality system, as short and simple as possible, which satisfies the standard and your own quality requirements.

• Procedures and Work Instructions simple descriptions of the key jobs you and your staff have to do saying to what standard they have to be done.

You must also • Record and deal with all quality failures and customer complaints.

• Nominate someone to take responsibility for the quality system, often referred to as the Quality Assurance Representative or Quality Manager.

• Understand and carry out regular management reviews and internal audits of your system.

As a general rule keep it simple, clear and brief.

Certification When your system is ready you will need a Certification Body to assess whether or not your business meets the ISO 9000 standards. The Certification Body will in turn be assessed and accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS ).

your consultant and that your consultant understands how you run your business.

Costs and Timescales How long it will take to implement a system will depend on your business, as a rule you should allow between 6 and 12 months from start to certification.

Consultants costs vary, with daily rates between £300 and £500 per day plus expenses and you should allow between 10 and 20 consultancy days depending on the complexity and size of your organisation ..

Certification costs also vary depending on the organisation, number of locations, nature of the business, number of staff etc. Rather than quote a figure in this article I would encourage you to phone and ask a Certification Body.

Whether you go down the formal route and seek certification, or not, is obviously a decision that you will come to. The purpose of this article is not to persuade you to do it but to encourage you to find out more information on which you can base your decision.

ISO 9000 - YEAR 2000 CHANGES The ISO 9000 range of standards, widely accepted as the global model for establishing a quality system are being revised during this year. First published in 1987 the 9000 standards were preceded by BS 5750 (traces of this now defunct system live on letterheads. vehicles and occasionally in advertisements). In 1994 the standards underwent cosmetic changes, the 2000 revision will however see major surgery.

Without ~goino into too many technicalities the principle b changes will be:

e The current ISO 9001, ISO 9002 and ISO 9003 standards will be consolidated into a single ISO 900 I standard.

• The 20 elements in the current ISO 9001 standard will be integrated into a new process based structure.

If successful you will be issued a certificate and you will be able to use the National Accreditation Marks (Crown and Tick) on your Literature, Advertising and Vehicles.

The new clause titles will become:

Where to start

• Management Responsibility.

Jn order to decide whether ISO 9000 is appropriate you should talk to:

• Resource Management.

• Product or service realisation.

• A Certification Body - they will provide you with full details regarding the Certification process. costs, advice, timescales etc. You are free to choose any Certification Body. I have used ISOQAR for many years and they are more than willing to provide you with information advice and a quotation. contact Nigel on0161 8776914.

• Consultants - although many companies have installed ISO 9000 and achieved certification without the help of a Consultant you should consider their use. It is important that you and your staff feel comfmtahlc with

• Measurement analysis and improvement.

The Good News As with the current ISO 9000 standards the 2000 revision will not: • Impose any rules on the presentation.

• The documentation will al[(rn organisatio11s to document the system in a manner which rd'leL'ls tlwir 0\\11 war of doing husines~. (co11ti1111cd 1iu~c

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FIBRELITE 'S NEW STREAMLINED RANGE HAS MAJOR PRICE AND PERFORMANCE BENEFITS FOR THE END-USER

competitive products was by automating the processes. This would not only enable greater volumes (with their attendant financial benefits), but also improve beyond anyone's expectations the consistency of manufacture and enable real engineering solutions to be achieved . The result of this program rolls out this month

A year long review into the future requirement for chambers and covers rolled out in March in a range of high performance systems for forecourt to tank interfaces. They have significant financial savings without any compromise on quality. The rationalized range helps the customer to select their specific installation by budget, pe1formance or personal preference.

Ian Thompson commented on this approach "Fibrelite is a well respected global brand and historically We are also the preferred choice of most installers. recognized as the 'shakers' and the 'movers' in the business.

We realized that radical changes were happing in the petroleum forecourt industry and that price was going to be a major issue when choosing equipment.

This re-look at producing better solutions to old problems has been led by Fibrelite's new managing director Ian Thompson, who was appointed last year, in place of Trevor Pardoe. Trevor is concentrating his time and energy in the USA, developing a whole new generation of petroleum forecourt products to answer the particular needs of the American market.

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Many people still regard 'Fibrelite' as premium priced products suitable for problem sites only, so we are now trying to change this image with what we believe is a range of systems for 95% of all commercial requirements. The range is competitively priced and perfom1s to or better than all current legislation/requirements and it is significantly more comprehensive and better than any offered by any competitor.

Five years ago , Fibrelite started along the road of adapting RTM technology to the industry, in the belief that the only possible solution to producing high quality yet cost

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There are a huge number of variations available to suit All customer's preferred size of cover and chamber. chamber systems are fully testable to ensure a watertight installation. Please refer to the adverts in this issue for more details.

New price lists for all Fibrelite products will be issued from l May 2000.

Please contact our Sales de pt for details on O17 56 799773. Or e-mail covers@fibrelite.com

• The revision will not require the re-writing of an organisations quality management system documentation although a number of changes will be necessary.

• The transition period will be determined by your Certification Body but I would suggest that you should be ready to have your system assessed against the new standard early in 2001.

The Bad News You need to start now!

In order to prepare for the changeover you need to fully and completely understand how the chanoes and in • b ' particular some of the new requirements will effect your system and your business. I would strongly recommend that you: • Contact your Certification Body (if they have not already contacted you) and obtain their guidance to the changes, for example ISOQAR have produced briefing notes that explain the new requirements and cross reference them with the current clauses.

• Find out if your Certification Body is running seminars on the changes and attend one.

• Seek your Certification Bodies advice on the timing and the actions that you need to take. Remember they have a considerable amount of information about your company and it is in their interests as well as yours to make the transition as smooth and painless as possible.

• Consider any other changes to the quality system that y~u may want to make and coincide those changes With the introduction of the new standards; for example many companies that I have dealt with over the years have intended to bring in 'paperless' systems by re-writing and reissuing the system as computer based but 'never got round to it'. The 2000 revisions will provide you with the ideal opportunity.

Timescales • August/September 2000 - final draft of the 2000 standard will be produced.

• November 2000 - standard published and new companies can be certificated to the new standard or for a short period certificate to the current standard.

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implementation plan the better. If you feel that you do not have the necessary information contact your Certification Body your Consultant or myself.

Self Verification Self Verification - manufacturers, installers and repairers, in possession of an approval issued by the Secretary. of State, may conduct their own testing, passing and stamp~ng (verification) of weighing and measuring equipment wh1c~ they manufacture, install or repair, as the case '?ay be, as fit for use for trade, which previously under section 11 of the 1985 Act had been required to be verified by an inspecto~ of weights and measures. A manufacturer, installer or repaJrer in possession of such approval will be known as an approved verifier.

Effectively the changes mean that 1.f t h e S ecre tary of State . has granted approval you would no Ionger n eed Tradmg .

Standards to test and stamp as fit for use for trade equipment that you have made, repaired or installed. · is · essentially The process of applying for self ven·f·1cat10n a simple one (although the regulations and acts are not). T~e company needs to have an appropriate cert1"f1e d quality system i.e. ISO 9001 or 9002 and meet the requirements of the Secretary of State.

Details are contained in a NWML publication The Deregulation (Weights and Measures) Order 1999 reference INT/05 dated 29 March 1999.

If you have not already done so I would urge ~II . who could benefit from se If ven·f·cation to obtam comparnes 1 further information. Shaun Hartigan at NWML 018 l 9437292 is the best person to provide that advice and 1 . not to b egm · workino would further urge compames .o towards . self verification without talking to him. Our apphcation for self verification is currently being considered b~ the · formation or Secretary of State and if I can prov1·de any m advice I will be happy to do so.

In addition to providing Wetstock Management Servic~s, Fairbanks Environmental Ltd now provide a Quality Consultancy Service specialising in the implementation °~ ISO 9000 quality systems, 2000 revisions, and 'pap.erless systems to all companies involved in or associated with the industry. We also offer a discount to APEA members.

If you wish any further information or advice on a~y aspect contained in this article or about any other quality issue please get in touch and I will be happy to help.

Rob Fairclough Fairbanks Environmental Ltd

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Introduction Common additives to petrol world wide are Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether, better known as MTBE and its sister compounds TAME (Tertiary Amyl Methyl Ether) and ETBE (Ethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether.

Oxylate ethers such as MTBE were originally added to replace lead in petrol as "anti-knock" agents. Ethers are now seen by some to have a much broader role in reducing polluting emissions from cars. Industry and regulatory bodies, particularly in the USA, see ethers as the best way to reduce environmental impacts of petrol use. By providing extra oxygen for the combustion process, ethers reduce the amounts of un-burnt hydrocarbons in exhaust emissions. In addition, they substitute for benzene and other aromatics in petrol and so help reduce public exposure to these potential carcinogens.

markets. It is likely therefore that many discharges into groundwater have not yet been detected as they have not yet reached receptors such as water supply boreholes, at which routine groundwater quality monitoring is undertaken. To date most site investigations and risk assessments carried out at sites contaminated with petrol have concentrated on the detection and quantification of BTEX compounds (Benzene, Toluene, Ethyl-benzene and Xylene) and Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPH).

Few investigations target MTBE and many laboratories are not equipped four routine analysis of MTBE. In March 1999 California announced plans to phase out MTBE use by 2003. This followed a number of high profile incidents involving the loss of groundwater supplies due to MTBE pollution.

World wide production of MTBE is increasing, and greater use of this chemical can h.ave both positive and negative impacts on the environment.

In 1996, the Environment Agency comm1ss1oned a research project to better understand. the issues and environmental pressures (particularly on groundwater) associated with the use of MTBE. The findings of this study were published 1n an Agency R&D Technical Report (P11) entitled 'Threat to Potable Grou.ndwater Supplies from the Fuel Additive MTBE'. Since the publication of .this e debate over the environmental risks repo rt , th f MT BE has d benefits of greater use o an ed particularly in the USA. Although use of 1ncreas • . h UK th· MTBE 1s relatively low 1n t e , 1s may change nd it is necessary to .understand how MTBE will a t n the UK environment and to learn from 1mpac o experiences in the USA.

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Evidence suggests that the average British buys petrol on price. Suppliers cons~mer formulate petrol to have the requisite there ore ting using the most cost effective UK 'refiners currently add between 0% octane additiv~o/o MTBE. by volume, but are legally and 1 se up to 15% in leaded or unleaded entitled to ~TBE is relatively expensive, it is only petrol. As si nificant quantities to crease Super added in r~des of petrol, where the high octane Un.leaded g be met using ether or alcohol 1 rating can T~~ yoctane levels required in leaded add1t1ves. d d petrol are met by mixing the basic and un-lea e l with high-octane petro 1. blen d pe tro

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Fate and transp ort The movement of MTBE and other petroleum components in soil and groundwater will be controlled by numerous site-specific environmental conditions. These may include the quantity and duration of the petroleum release, soil type , depth to the water table , redox potential, pH , oxygen concentration , nutrient available to facilitate concentrations biodegradation , ambient temperature and rai nfall.

A large volume of petroleum leaking into The soil is likely to result in pollutants migrating downward to the water table. During this migration through the unsaturated zone, the vari ous components 1n the petroleum may be subject to biodegradation. soil sorption, volatilisation , dispersion and dissolution.

MTBE being less dense than water. with a specific gravity of 0.7 4. will float on groundwater.

However. MTBE can enter deep groundwater 111 response to natural or induced hydraulic gradients and diffuse recharge or by molecula1· diffusion and dispersion . The most lil1ely causes of MTBE 111 deep groundwater 1s steep ve1ii cal gracl1 ents

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caused by extraction wells or where vertical hydraulic gradients occur naturally.

Solubility and sorption MTBE is highly soluble in water, having a solubility of an order of magnitude greater than other components of petroleum. Unlike many other organic chemicals, MTBE is poorly sorbed to carbon based substrates such as soil. These physical properties have important two consequences for the movement of MTBE in groundwater and the types of remediation technology that are likely to be effective in removing it from contaminated groundwater.

(Bio)degradation The degradation of an organic compound refers to its transformation to simpler chemical components by biotic and abiotic reactions.

Biological transformations or biodegradation often provides the predominant decay pathways for the breakdown of a wide range of organic compounds in water and soil. There are relatively few published studies on the biodegradability of MTBE. Most early studies indicated that MTBE does not biodegrade rapidly in the environment and it was often reported as being recalcitrant. This is in part due to MTBE being a relatively new contaminant in the environment and as a result there has been limited evolutionary pressure for aquifer microorganisms to develop degradative capabilities for this compound. Nevertheless, bacteria have been isolated which are capable of degrading MTBE and recently published experimental findings of aerobic MTBE biodegradation at the Borden aquifer in Canada indicate that naturally occurring biological process may be important in degrading MTBE (Schirmer, M & Barker, J. 1998).

Human toxicity Human toxicological data derived from both inhalation and oral routes of exposure suggest that MTBE is of low acute and subacute toxicity. It does not appear to be either a reproductive toxicant or to be mutagenic. There is ambiguous data relating to the carcinogenicity .of MTBE. Despite the current scientific debate , 1t appears that the threshold taste and odour concentrations of MTBE (around 15 mg 1 -1 ) is likely to be lower than any future human health-based guidelines value.

Legislation Legislation currently exists in both Europe and the USA controlling the use of MTBE There 1s a fu ndamental difference in approach , however, wh ich resulted in the USA broadly adopting legislation to encourage the use of MTBE , while 111 Europe legislation is 111 place to limit its use . Both regions also have a number .of laws that indirectly influence the use and e1wiro11rne11tal impact of MTBE. such as air quality standards and controls on oi l storage.

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December 1,985 . The Directive came into force in January 1988 (EU Directive on fuel oxygenates.

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Drinking Water Standa rds and Regula tions in USA The USA has a variety of standards for MTBE in drinking water, but only in Florida are they legally binding.

The following restrictions apply to the use of ether oxylates in both leaded and unleaded petrol: •

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Air quality legislat ion in the EU . .

Although MTBE demand in Europe 1s growing, the octane problem is not as great 1n the USA. This is because restrictions on blending components are not as severe but this is. set to change with a new EU directive on fuel quality and vehicle emissions. The draft directive stems from the Auto/Oil programme, a tri-partite 1111t1at1ve between the European Commission and the oil and car industries designed to secure costeffective compliance with air quality standards by 2010. The European Parliament has tightened_ up the original proposals and requires binding vehicle emission and fuel quality standards by _2005. The European parliament also voted for tighter fuel quality standards by 2000. Negoti_ations are still co ntinuing , but once the d1rect1ve has been finalised it will be for member states to determine how to achieve these new standards.

Air quality legislat ion in the UK The UK Legislation on air quality stems from air quality management provisions in the Environment Act 1995. Regulations following on from the Act have now been made which set out air quality objectives for seven pollutan ts. Local authorities will be required to review air quality in their areas and assess whether those targets are likely to be achieved by 2005. Where they are unlikely to be met, the Authority must designate an Air Quality Management Area (AWQA) and prepare an action plan setting out measures to ensure compliance. The UK's strategy for managin g air quality is set out in the 'National Air Quality Strategy' document. Part of the strategy to improve air quality, particularly in urban areas, 1s to encourage the improvement in vehicle and fuel technology. The strategy makes specific reference to encouraging the use of less polluting fuels, but does not specify what form these fuels might take.

Petroleum (Consolidation) Act 1928 The keeping of petrol is covered by the Petroleum (Conso lidation) Act 1928. This Act requires that the keeping of petrol must be authorised by a licence. Th e Health and Safety Executi ve (HSE) has policy responsibilities, but the enforcement and licence issue role, and setting of any conditions attached to it, are the responsibility of the Petroleum Licensing Authorities (PLAs). The PLAs, which are normally within the Fire and Civil Defence Authorities, Local Authorities or, under certai n circumstances, the HSE are responsible for regulating: CJ the issue of licence and licence conditio ns

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water Reso urces Act 1991 Under the Water Resou rces Act 1991 it is an offence to ... cause or knowingly permit any poisonous. noxious or pollutin g matter .... to enter any control led wate rs· It 1s not necessary for an ff-site impact to be caused for an offence to have 0 en co mmitted since groundwater. includ ing that rJe tly beneath a ·t · I s1e. 1s c asse d as controlle d d 1rec Natei under tl1e Act

State Drinking Water Standa rds Florida 50µg I ·1 Ground water Regulations 1998 The UK Environment Agencies have new powers under the Groundwater Regulations 1998, which are necessary to fully transpose the EU Groundwater Directive (80/68/EEC) into UK law.

This may have a significant impact on the storage of petrol in the UK because it requires that all List 1 substances (which include hydrocarbons and mineral oils) are prevente d from entering groundwater. Some estimates suggest that up to one third of all retail service stations may have pollution problems, so there is likely to be a need to reassess how petrol is stored in many situations.

(Proposed} Oil Storage Regulations The Department of the Environment, Transport and the Regions (DETR) is considering introducing regulations to set minimum standards for industri al and commercial oil storage facilities. The regulations would apply to all existing installations and those constructed or substantially reconstructed or extended after the regulations come into effect. The main provisions would concern design standards for oil storage tanks and containment systems. At existing location s, powers would be given to the Environment Agency to serve notice requiring action to improve any installation that it considers poses a significant risk of causing water pollution.

Legislation in the USA MTBE used to improve air quality In 1996, 80% of the world 's production of MTBE was used in the USA. The demand for oxygen additives in the USA is largely driven by regulations. Emission standards imposed by the 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments (CAA) are expected to require oxygenates in over 70% of the USA petroleum pool by 2000. The first phase of the CAA involves 44 areas of the country that failed the US Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) emission standards for carbon monoxide. From November 1992 retailers in these areas were committed to selling petroleum containing at least 2.7% oxygen (by weight) in the winter months; this part of the CAA is referred to as the Oxygenated Petroleum Programme. In March 1999 California announced a plan to end MTBE use in the state by 2003 and asked the federal EPA to waive the oxygenate requirements of CAA. Oil storage legislation inm the USA The US EPA proposed extensive regulations in April 1987 requiring that all new Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) meet an updated specification Within 3-5 years of the regulations coming into force all tanl<s were required to have lead and overflow detection devices. All existing USTs were to be upgraded or replaced within ten years. In addition , the US EPA has develop ed a series of standard test procedures for leak detection These were developed to provide a co nsistent and rigorous evaluation procedure for determining the performance ofleak detection method s Liability insurance is also required in the USA for all owners of petroleum USTs at production. refin ing marl<eting facilities or sites that handle over 10,000 gallons per month . This insurance

State Drinking Water Guideli nes (US EPA 1993} Connecticut 1OOµg I ·1 Massachusetts SOµg I ·1 Maine SOµg I ·1 Michigan 40µg I ·1 New Hampshire100µg 1· 1 New Jersey 700µg I., US EPA standards released in 19 97 : advisory limits of 20-40 µg I ·1 There are no directly equivalent standards to MTBE in drinking water in the UK.

Monitoring groundwater for MTBE There is insufficient data at present_ to mak~ any accurate assessment of the current ri sk posfe

by MTBE to UK groundwater resou rc es · .So ar,f there are few reported case studies 0 . b MTBE in Europe groundwater contam1.nat1on Y . . ta of and the UK. Very little routine mo111tonng da or MTBE in either drinking water sources ·1 bi and the data groundwater resources are ava1 a e l that is available has largely come from spec~~~ pollution incident studies. The lack of data ma d it impossible to assess the w1desprea d occurrence of MTBE in UK groundwater an likewise the threat it poses to genernl reso~~~ quality Based on the limited data available, M t . · . indus na1 has been detected in rural , ur ban an d albeit at areas and in a range of aquifers, concentrations less than the tas te. and odour e the threshold The Agency intends to 1ncreas .t . . d t ·mprove I s monitoring of MTBE 1n or er 0 1 . . UK · understanding of the nature of th.1s chemic.al in 'th groundwater and the possible interaction w1 surface waters. .

A survey carried out 1n 1996 showe d that 5dout d · had recor e of 8 Environment Agency Reg1ons . · d ter Howeve r, no instances of MTBE 1n groun wa · rs special attention is payed to water supp iek located close to petroleum outlets (w here the .ns e . . h. h) At the t1m of spillage and leaking tan ks is 1g · ny of the survey on ly one water services compa .d routinely monitored for MTBE , althoug h 40% pa1ar particular attention to water supplies located ~;% to retail service stations and of these . g detected MTBE A monitoring strategy is be1n developed .

I gical During 1993/4, as part of the US Geoom ent Survey's National Water Quality Assess of (NAWQA) programme, a sixteen state surveiotal pollutants in groundwater was undertaken. A e of sixty volati le organic compounds (VOCs) w{~e measured at each location , 1nclud1ng MTBE . e . · base 11n programme was designe d to d etermin e . groundwater qu_ ality, again st which future tren~so~ water quality w1th1n si xty of the largest and d important river basins were to be estab lishe d. · d Sampling wells were selecte d on a gn base d random samplin g' approach. MTBE was detecte in groundwater across the study area. but wa~ found most often at urban sites (27%) compare to those in ru ral locations (1.3%). Of the sixty VOCs analysed , MTBE was the second most frequently detected in sample s of sha ll ow

groundwater from urban areas. It was concluded that. a combination of spills, fugitive emissions, leaking underground storage tanks and un-burnt petroleum from poorly operating vehicles could account for the wide distribution of MTBE in the study locations.

The US EPA gives advice on how to monitor and sample sites already contaminated with MTBE. It notes that because MTBE behaves differently from other petroleum hydrocarbons when released into the environment, a site investigation may need to be modified to properly characterise the area of MTBE contamination . It has been observed that the relatively high solubility of MTBE, when combined with heterogeneous groundwater flow behaviour, may result in the MTBE dissolving into the groundwater in pulses .. This results in large and rapid changes 1n contaminant concentrations. Pulses, which may be caused by groundwater flow through anisotropic aquifer systems, groundwater head fluctuations or infiltration of rainwater, may necessitate frequent groundwater sampling to determine actual MTBE concentrations and levels of risk to down-gradient receptors. The frequenc y of sampling should take account of the local hydrogeology and the number of monitoring wells.

Accurate sampling data is essential to determining the impact of MTBE at a particular site.

Case studies UK case study: East Anglia IN 1988, a site in the Agency's Anglian region was contaminated by the release of unleaded fuel from an underground tank. Groundwater in the chalk aquifer and at a public supply borehole was affected by the release. 'Pump and Treat ' and 'airsparing ' technologies were used to mitigate the effects of the release. Monitoring and testing at the site was undertaken which produced the following conclusions: •

MTBE is persistent in groundwater by comparison with BTEZX (Benzene, Toluene, Ethyl-Benzene and Xylenes) components.

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The MTBE plume exhibits little retardation in comparison to other BTEX components. The MTBE plume is larger than the BTEX plumes greater volumes of contaminates and with consistent is This groundwater. experiences in the USA.

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USA case study: California

In 1990, the US Clean Air Act obliged areas with poor air quality to add oxygenates to their increase the oxygen content and petrol to improve combustion .. thereby reducing noxious emissions. California 1s a good example where actio n has been taken to overcome air pollution but has resu lted in major problems in the water environment. MTBE has now widely contaminated groundwater an d su rface wate r in Ca lifo rnia. primarily as a result of leaki ng undergrou nd storage tan ks and pipel ines and the use of

motorized vehicles on lakes and reservoirs.

In late 1.995, authorities in the city of Santa Monica, Cal1forn1a detected MTBE in a well that supplied the city with drinking water. In June the following year the problem had escalated and the city authorities were forced to shut down some of the potable supply groundwater wells. As a result of the MTBE contamination, the city lost 71 % of its local water supply. About half of its total water consumption must now be bought from outside sources at a cost of $3.5 million a year.

Until recently oil companies in the USA unanimously supported the use of MTBE, but in October 97, Tosco, the largest independent oil refiner in the USA wrote to the California Air Resources Board asking them to 'take decisive action immediately to begin to move away from extensive that warned Tosco MTBE'. contamination would result in huge costs to restore the state's drinking water.

Sources of MTBE pollution Defining the source of MTBE pollution in groundwater is essential to prevent further contamination and to protect vulnerable aquifers.

MTBE can enter the environment by either point or diffuse sources.

Point Sources MTBE is usually discharged into the environment as a component of petroleum.

Pollution incident data suggests the most important point sources are spills and leaks from both underground and above ground storage tanks , pipelines and transportation accidents and by disposal of contaminated soil at landfills, following the excavation and removal of soils from contaminated sites.

Diffuse sou rces Diffuse sources are also a possible cause of groundwater contamination ; examples include atmospheric deposition and storm water run-off from highways (Squillace et all 1995). MTBE is released into the atmosphere from a variety of sources including industrial discharges, mobile sources such as emissions from motor vehicles and also during refuelling of vehicles. It is sobering to reflect that each time a car petrol tank is refilled with around 50 litres of petrol then 50 litres of vapour are forced out. Few studies have the in concentrations MTBE measured atmosphere, but recent evidence indicates evaporative emissions from vehicles are higher than was originall y thought , suggesting this may be an important route for MTBE to enter the environm ent (Stump 1990, Calvert 1993).

Petroleum distribution system The majority of petroleum (55 - 60 %) is transported from the refinery to th e marketing terminal through pipeli nes (Environment Agency R&D Technical Report 11). Around 5- 10% is transported by road tanker. with the remainder shipped from th e refine1y by barge and tanker.

Petroleum is not currently moved in any significan t am ounts by rail, although rail often plays a major rol e in moving oxygen ates to th eir blendin g locations.

Refineries may blend petroleum components continuously and then deliver directly to a -Ii i

pipeline, or they may batch blend the petroleum into shipping tanks. Long pipelines often have intermediate breakout tanks that are necessary for efficient operation of the pipeline. Most pipelines have multiple delivery points along the line. All these locations represent potential points of failure or long-term leakage. Since MTBE blended petroleum is usually compatible with standard storage and distribution systems, the blending process usually occurs at the refinery, but MTBE can also be added at marketing terminals.

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In order to ensure spillage is kept to a minimum, accurate monitoring of leakage is needed at all points in the distribution system. A range of leak detection and safety systems could help to minimise the effects of failure and leakag e.

These may include: •

storage tanks and underground lines with interstitial and containment secondary monitoring systems;

•

tank overfill protection , and under-pump check valves ;

•

fill -pipe spill containment (ie appropriate bunds or watertight man -c hambers);

•

spillage containment around dispensers (ie impermeable forecourts with appropriate drainage);

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the use of appropriate petroleum resistant materials:

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accurate wet-stock management systems.

Petroleum storage in the UK and Europe Currently there is no single approach to underground storage tank managem ent in Euro pe becau se of differences in environmental setting and po litical approach in the vari ous member states. The threat posed to groundwater resources by Leakin g Undergro un d Storag e Tan ks (LUSTs). has been recogn ised in Europe for over twenty yea rs , however. there is presen tly little use of external leak detect ion techn ology. been has tech nology monitoring Where developed it has generally focused on assess in g accurate stock 1·ecord s. rather than spec ifi call y addressing environmental protection issues.

Sophisticat ed monitorin g eq ui pment is now available to measure tank contents and the presen ce of fuel in soil and groundwate1 outside the storage system . These facil ities can help to detect leaks .

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Releases at filling stations can be attributed to five main factors: •

customer spills during dispensing on forecourts, which some estimate at around 1,000 litres a year per site;

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poorly maintained or specified drainage and oil/water separators;

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leaks from fuel delivery pipework - experience indicates that leaks from pipework are the most common problem at retail sites;

•

tank leaks of both liquid and vapour;

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overfilling during tanker deliveries.

The prescriptive regulatory requirements for environmental protection on the UK oil industry are currently less stringent than in parts of Western Europe and North America. Consequently standards of underground storage installation construction and protection, and associated environmental monitoring adopted at many sites is insufficient to prevent releases of fuel and pollution of water resources. Regulation of fuel storage in the UK has concentrated solely on health and safety issues, associated with the explosive and fire risks of petrol, and has often neglected environmental considerations associated with petrol or other less flammable fuels such as diesel.

Petroleum storage in the USA The US EPA is concerned about potential groundwater contamination from LUSTs. The US EPA expects 75% of all tanks to fail within the next decade. It has also estimated that about 22% of the 1,230,000 petroleum storage tanks at more than 500,000 sites in the USA have leaked as of July 1994.

goals should be developed that are protective of human health, the environment and other relevant receptors.

The Environment Agency and DETR are currently developing guidance on risk assessment procedures and methodologies for the assessment of risks to groundwater resources from land and groundwater contamination, and for the derivation of site-specific remedial goals in the event that the risks are deemed unacceptable.

The following guidance is due to be released by late 1999 (see references for further details): •

Model Procedures for the Management of Contaminated Land, CLR11: Procedure for Risk Assessment.

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ConSim

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Methodology for the Derivation of Remedial Targets for Soil and Groundwater to Protect Water Resources.

Comparable approaches have been adopted in the USA, such as the American Society for Testing of Materials' protocol for Risk Based Corrective Action (RBCA). It should be noted that RBCA may not be directly applicable to the UK without modifications to the assumptions made within the protocol, due to legislative requirements particular to the UK.

In 1984, the US EPA compiled a report detailing over 12,000 petroleum releases from Underground Storage Tanks (USTs). Analysis of the data revealed some interesting statistics about petrol spillage: •

reported releases of petroleum into the environment showed a marked increase since 197 4 (over 2,500 reported in 1984 compared to about 200 in 1974);

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most releases were in areas with relatively corrosive soil s (high moisture, low pH);

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80% of leaks were due to corrosion or structural failure;

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84% of leaking t anks were bare steel;

•

11 % of leaking tanks were glass reinforced plastic (GRP);

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90% of the releases were at retail or other commercial establishments;

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greater than 40% of the leaks invo lved an excess of 500 gallons;

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most leaks (70 %) were detected by sight or smell ;

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ground water was contaminated in 45 % of releases;

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more than 700 private we lls and 40 municipal wells were reported as bein g co ntaminated.

Risk assessment for groundwater pollution The UK Government is co mmitted to promoting th e redevelopment of conta minated lan d and rernediation of groundwater within a ri skbased context , tak ing acco unt of land-use and environmental setting . Wh ere groundwater is , or is likely to be contam inated , risk -based remedial

Remediation of MTBE contaminated soils and groundwater MTBE can be removed from groundwater, along with other petroleum components , by conventional remediation methods, although it may increase the cost and duration of remedial works. A range of techniques exists for MTBE removal from groundwater (see below), some have proved more effective though than others. As with all remediation technologies site-specific conditions will play a fundamental role in the option selection process.

Soil Vapour Extraction Soil Vapour Extraction (SVE) has been shown to be an effective technology for the remediation of soil contaminated with volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds, such as BTEX and MTBE. SVE is an in situ soil treatment technology that removes volatile contaminants from soil in the unsaturated zone (above the water-table) by extracting the contaminant vapours with a vacuum that is applied to the subsurface. The contaminated vapours are then treated to remove the organic compounds (by air-water stripping or granular activated carbon - GAC) before being vented to atmosphere Low Temperature Thermal De sorpti on Low Temperature Thermal Desorption (LTID) is also an in situ soil treatment technology, but in this instance the soil and soil gas are heated to enhance volatil isation of contaminan ts from the soil matri x. Off-gases must be treated in the same man ner as those produced by a SVE operation , 41

and it is important to control the temperature to ensure that ignition of combustible vapours does not occur.

Air sparging Air sparging is not particularly effective at removing MTBE from water. This in situ technique involves injecting air beneath the water-table to volatilise the contaminants. Because MTBE has a relatively high solubility in water, larger volumes of air are need to volatilize MTBE compared to other petroleum based pollutants such as the BTEX compounds. Initial field experiments suggest two to five times more air is needed to treat a given volume of water with MTBE compared to a similar volume of water with other VOC compounds, assuming the MTBE concentration is less than 5,000 mg 1 -1 'Pump and Treat' In contrast to many other organic pollutants, pumping contaminated groundwater and treating it above ground ('Pump and Treat') may be a costeffective remediation technology for MTBE. This is because MTBE does not adsorb strongly to soil so removal by pumping groundwater is likely to be relatively rapid. In addition, because it is highly soluble, most of the MTBE mass may quickly dissolve into groundwater making pumping an efficient method of removing large quantities of contaminant.

Following removal of contaminated groundwater, it will need to be treated at the surface (for example by air stripping or GAG) before being returned to the ground or being discharged to watercourse or sewer. It should be noted, however, that granular activated carbon is not particularly effective at separating MTBE from water. This treatment uses the sorption capacity of the activated carbon to adsorb the pollutant. As MTBE has a very low absorption capacity GAG is only about 1/3 to 1/8 as effective in removing MTBE as it is in removing benzene.

Monitored Natural Attenuation Recent studies of MTBE plumes in North America, and in particular the Borden aquifer of Ontario, Canada have shown that, under preferential hydrogeochemical conditions, natural biodegradation of MTBE can occur within groundwater systems, (Schirmer & Barker, 1998).

Degradation kinetics were significantly slower than those for the BTEX compounds. If hydrogeological conditions allow, however, and risk-assessment are demonstrates environmental impacts acceptable throughout the predicted duration of the contamination, it may be appropriate to manage the risks associated with an MTBE pollution by adopting a monitored natural attenuation strategy.

Information on other technologies can be found in the draft Contaminated Land Research Report (CLR11 : Model Procedure for the Evaluation and Selection of Remedial Measures.

At a glance MTBE: e is used as an additive in petrol ; @

increases the oxyge n content of petroleum and res ults in lower aromatic hydrocarbon emission from vehicles. but 1t may increase emissions of NOx an d aldehydes:

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is relatively non-toxic to humans, but can be detected by taste and odour at low concentrations (5-15 mg 1 -1 );

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is more soluble than other components of petrol and, if spilt, will consequently travel

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further and contaminate greater volumes of groundwater than the other components of petrol;

•

and other oxygenates have only been used in recent years and so the full extent of groundwater pollution may not be evident yet.

Since MTBE is relatively slow to biodegrade, any pollution incidents now could impact on the quality of the environment for years to come . Consequently whatever decision is taken on the future use of MTBE must be based on sound scientific information and take an integrated environmental approach that incorporates the principles of sustainability.

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is relatively recalcitrant (in comparison to BTEX in the compounds) and will remain environment for extended periods;

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can often be detected beyond the outer fringes of a BTEX plume.

Certain States in the USA, particularly Cal ifornia, have a major problem with contamination of drinking waters sources with MTBE. We must learn from the American experience. Further monito ring is needed to get a better understanding of the ext.en! of the MTBE pollution in the UK. The . Env1mnment Agency intends to extend invest1gat1ons into the presence of MTBE in the environment and to assess its impact on integrated groundwater and surface

Environment Agency 1998.

Policy and Practice for the Protection of Groundwater.

Environment Agency, 1999.

Methodology for the Derivation of Remedial Targets for Soil and Groundwater to Protect Water Resources. (Draft).

R&D Technical Report P186 United Sates Environmental Protection Agency, 1998.

MTBE Fact Sheet #2: Remediation of MTBE Contaminated Soil and Groundwater.

United States Geological Survey.

Environmental behaviour and fate of Methyl tert-Butyl Ether (MTBE).

Fact Sheet FS-203-96.

Squillace P.J & Zagorski J. S A Preliminary Assessment of the Occurrence of Possible Sources of MTBE in Groundwater of the United States, 1993-94, United States Geological Survey, 1995.

Stump FD, Knapp KT 1990. Seasonal impact of oxygenated organics with petroleum on motor vehicle tail pipe and evaporative emissions. Journal of Air & Waste Management Association V40, no. 6.

R&D Technical Report can be obtained from the R&D section of Environment Agency Regional Offices.

Schirmer, M & Barker, J, 1998.

A Study of Long-Term MTBE Attenuation in the Border Aquifer, Ontario, Canada. Groundwater Monitoring & Remediation , Spring 1998.

MANAGEMENT AND CONTACTS

The Environment Agency delivers a service to its customers with the emphasis on authority and accountability at the most local level possible. It aims to be cost-effective and efficient and to offer the best service and value for money.

Head Office is responsible for overall policy and relationships with national bodies including Government.

Rio House,

water systems.

References and further guidance ConSim Environment Agency 1994 Produced by: Golders Associates UK Limited, Landmere Lane, Edwalton, Nottingham NG 4DG

NATIONAL GROUNDWATER & CONTAMINATED LAND CENTRE

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY REGIONAL OFFICES

Calvert W.S 1993 Achieving acceptable air quality: some . reflections on controlling vehicle · · ns·· Science V. 261 em1ss10 DETR & Environment Agency, 1999 db k of Model Procedures for Han oo ment of Contaminated the Manage h Land. Contaminated Land ResRearkc . Procedure for 1s Report CLR 11· Assessment (Draft) DETR & Environment Agency, 1998 Handbook of Model Procedures for the Management of Contaminated L d Contaminated Land Research an ·rt CLR 11 · Procedu re for the Repo · . f Evaluation and Selection o Remedial Measures (Draft) Environment Agency, 1996 . ater Pollution Evaluation Groun d w t f th Extent and Charac er o1 ~rou~dwater Pollution from Point Sources in England and Wales Environment Agency, 1996 R&D Technical Report P1 1• Threat . to Potable Groundwater Supplies from the Fuel Additive MTBE .

For general enquiries please call your local Environment Agency office. If you are unsure who to contact. or which is yo ur local office. please call our general enquiry line.

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The company would like to express its thanks to the employees of the company, its clients & subcontractors for their co-operation.

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LEAD AUTHORITY PARTNERSHIP SCHEME: LONDON FIRE & CIVIL DEFENCE AUTHORITY AND TEXACO LTD INTRODUCTION

overall aim of making cities and communities safer from fire and compliance with legislation.

As of 3 April 2000 the London Fire & Civil Defence Authority and Texaco Ltd entered into a Lead Authority Partnership Scheme (LAPS) with respect to petroleum enforcement matters.

The Memorandum of Understanding agreed between the two parties is given below.

10 The LFCDA and Texaco will make every endeavour to ensure that issues concerning the enforcement of fire safety and petroleum legislation will be managed with speed and allocated ownership to ensure a rapid response

by Texaco and a streamlined determination by the petroleum enforcing authorities concerned.

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

11 The

signing this document, the LFCDA and the management of Texaco gives support to LAPS and endorse the main aims and objectives of the scheme.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2 This Memorandum of Understanding between the London Fire and Civil Defence Authority ('LFCDA') and Texaco Ltd ('Texaco') is based upon the general aims and principles of the Lead Authority Partnership Scheme ('LAPS') operated by the Health and Safety Executive. It is not intended to impose any new legal obligations on either the LFCDA or Texaco.

OPERATING PRACTICE 12 Texaco will: + Undertake to meet the LFCDA Fire Safety Department a minimum of four times per year and at any other time that either party reasonably deems necessary. An agenda will be produced by the LFCDA and issued one week before the meeting date to ensure a business approach to task and time management.

3 Both Texaco and the LFCDA have agreed that the LFCDA should act as a partner to Texaco in respect of fire safety issues and compliance with fire and petroleum legislation on Texaco operated service stations.

+ Produce a 'Company Profile' for the LFCDA outlining the description of the Company, and covering the following:

About Texaco 4 Texaco's ultimate parent co~1pany i_s !e~aco Inc. a_ major U.S. oil and gas company with subs1dianes worldwide.

5 Star Service Stations is a wholly owned division of ...., aild h as approximately 250 company owned and iexaco' ervice stations, known as Star sites. manage d S

+

Management structure

+

Safety management structure and roles

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Responsible person and single point of contact

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6 In addition there are approximately 2_20 service stati~ns

his tenanted class of trade 1s operated by third on Ieases. T . ho hold the petroleum licences. In addition. parties w . . supply only agreements with approx11nately Texaco ha S 331 Dealer sites.

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Compliance with legislation

+

Decision making process and lines of communication

+

ve service stations are overseen by the Retail 7 All thea bo . . . . · · n of Texaco. which 1s part of the Marketmg 0 1 Sales d 1v1s Department.

Maintenance of Fire Safety Provision within Texaco operated service stations

Business structure. including number and types of outlets and premises in the UK

+ Provide the follO\ving: + Response to advice from LFCDA

The Partnership . . . · t ·oduction of a Lead Authority Partnership Scheme h m 8 Te 1 . . . .....exaco and the LFCDA will make prov1s1on for 1 between ' ' . . Ie pc)·1nt of contact. encourage a ~good workmg~. a smg ~ ' 1• · ·hi'p and avoid significant duplication of re at1ons . einent effort for both parties. ma11c1g

+ +

9 New fire safety and petroleum legislation will be risk

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management based. and the LFCDA will prm ide auida~ce to TexaL·o to ensure that -;ystem~ put in plaL"e tu ;rotect employees and proper!', \\ill aL"nml \\ ith the -H

Allocation of resources to enable the partnership to achie\'e the objectives of the LAPS concept Continuity within the partnership when personnel changes Information to LFCDA of other authoritie~ \\ho are raising i~sues direl·th that -.hould ht' propnh lkalt \\ 1th h\ the I l<l 'D.\

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13 The London Fire and Civil Defence Authority, Fire Safety Department will:

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Provide a Senior Fire Safety officer as a single point of contact

Maintain strict confidentiality at all times regarding any information received by it from Texaco under this Memorandum of Understanding.

14 The LFCDA will not:

+

Ensure continuity within the partnership when personnel changes Ensure adequate records are maintained with other authorities and Texaco Work with other Authorities to achieve uniformity of compliance standards and enforcement action across the country

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Provide advice and guidance on fire safety matters Advise · . . on th e draf tmg of company safety policy as requITed by fire and petroleum matters

+

Provide. info rma t'ion an d advice . on standards and support on policy and procedural issues that may have a national consequence

Appear in court on behalf of Texaco in any prosecution brought by other enforcing authority under health and safety or fire safety legislation, except where the LFCDA may appear as an 'expert' and neutral witness to give general mitigating evidence about the lead authority principle and the involvement of Texaco, but would not refer to the specific point at issue.

Draft fire safety policies and procedures on behalf of Texaco. It is incumbent upon Texaco to comply with petroleum and fire safety legislation. The LFCDA wil~ , however, be expected to assist the company to fulfil these obligations by liaison and advice.

Devote a disproportionate level of resource to the partnership or act as Texaco's fire safety consultant.

CONTACTS Provide time for quarterly meetings with Texaco representatives

Texaco Ltd:

Dave Marston

Within reason ' all ow B nga · de officers · to travel outs1·d e the LFCDA area to advise · on ftre/petroleum . matters when the ·issue cannot be resolved by other means of communication

LFCDA:

Andy Berry Fire Safety Headquarters

Provide advice 0 n proposed c h anges to legislation m · sufficient time for Texaco to consider . . commercial impacts ' and devel op ·imp 1ementation strategies

Dave Mars ton and Andy Berry 45

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Certificates of Compliance for Underground Petrol Pipework ERA Technology Ltd has issued Certificates of Compliance for the following products against the specifications: Institute of Petroleum Performance Specification for Underground Pipework Systems at Petrol Filling Stations, November 1995, ISBN 0 85293 164 6.

Shell Retail International - Pipework prformance specification and supplier evaluation - Retail Enoineerino Document 0 0 OBMR/12, Version 1.0, January 1996, or Version 2, March 1998.

Certificates of Compliance are not listed if they or the products to which they refer have been withdrawn or superseded.

The detailed schedule of parts covered by a Certificate is listed in the associated ERA report whose number is shown on the Certificate.

Any conditions applying to a Certificate (e.g. bend radius, requirments for marking) are shown on the Certificate.

Compliance with the Shell performance specification does not imply any form of approval by Shell Retail International. The Shell performance specification applies to flexible and semi-flexible plastic pipework only.

Requests for copies of Certificates should in the first instance be addressed to the company listed.

This list was last updated on 3 April 2000.

Product Reference

Applications

Certificate Numbers

IP or Shell

Dualoy 3000/L product range comprising 2". 3" and 4" primary pipe sizes and 3". 3'12, 4" and 6" secondary pipe sizes

Positive pressur delivery Vacuum suction delivery

BC63/0429/99/00 l

IP

Duualoy 3000/LCX product range. coaxial piping comprising 2", 3" and 4" primary containment pipe sizes

Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delivery

BC63/0428/99/002

IP

Flexible Poly-Tech direct bury pipes P-150-D. P-175-D, and P-200-D with desi 'tiated mechanical fittings

Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delive

BC63/0934/97/00 I BC63/0934/97/002

IP Shell

Flexible Poly-Tech secondary contained pipes P-175-SC with designated mechanical fittings

Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delivery

BC63/0934/971003 BC63/0934/97 /004

IP Shell

Flexible Poly-Tech 2" vent pipe V-200-D with designated clamped metal mechanical fittings

Vent lines Vapour recovery

BC63/0995/97100 I BC63/0995/97 /002

IP Shell

Flexible Poly-Tech 4" R-400-DN and R-400-SCN fill pipes with designated clamped metal mechanical fittings

Fill pipes

BC63/l 109/97/00I BC63/l 109/97/002

IP Shell

Fle~ible .coaxial Terrax metallic piping (sizes I '12" and 2", type

Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delivery

Company Ameron International USA

Advanced Polymer

Brugg Rohrsysteme GmbH. Germany

Durapipe - S & LP

UK

des1gnat10n TRX 40 and TRX 50 respectively) with a corrugated stamless-steel primary pipe and an integrated polyethylene secondary c~ntainment jacket. Piping system uses proprietary type meehamcal connectors.

Fle~ible.Single Petrex metallic piping (sizes l '12" to 4"). type de.s1gnat1~n FSL 48/60 to FSL 981120) with a corrugated ?nmary ?1pe made of copper and an integrated polyethylene Jacket. P1pmg system uses proprietary type mechanical connectors.

Vacuum suction delivery Fill pipes Vent lines Vapour recovery

Petrol-Li1~e Plus polyethylene pipe incorporating an aluminium b~rner, with Petrol-Line electrofusion connections. with diameters of between 32mm and I IOmm. Wask-RMF metal connections are used for 32mm diameter pipes

Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delivery

Petro.1-~ine Ve1~t Pl~s green polyethylene pipe incorporating an alum1111um barrier. for use with Petrol-Line electrofusion connections and Wask-RMF transition fittings. with diameters 63. 90 and 11 Omm

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Environ Europe Ltd.

UK

FGS-Brasil Incltistria e Comercio Ltda.

Brazil

hmm Co. USA and Western Fibergla,s Inc. USA Furon Co. llSA and OPW Fueling C °<>mponcnt>. ! "SA

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Ecoflex 63mm Pctrnline pipe for use with Ecoflex mechaniL·al transition coupler land designated Elgef Plus clcctrofusion connections Ecntkx I lOmm Petroline fill pipe for use with Ecotkx medrnnirnl conncrtion and with Elgcf Plus and Friakn ekrtrofusion connections ] 112" and 2" S:yntkx single and double wall flexible pipe with designated swaged-<lll and mechanical l·oupling' markctL'd under the prmlucl S\ stem name' or Co-flex ------11 2" and 2" Synflcx single and doubk \\all tlexihk pipe with dcsignatL'd '" aged-1 >11 and mechanical ,·oupl ing' marketed under the· pr< >due·t '' ,t,·11 name 111 Pi,cc.'

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BC63/03 74/99/00 I BC63/0374/99/002

IP Shell

IP or Shell IP Shell

BC63/0464/99/00 I BC63/0464/99/002 BC63/0464/99/003 BC63/0464/99/004 BC63/0464/99/005 BC63/0464/99/006 BC63/0887/99/00 I BC63/0887/99/002

Fill pipes Vent lines Vapour recovery

Petrol-line Vent Xtra lined polyethylene pipe, for use with Petrol-Line electrofusion connections. for pipes of 50. 63. 90 and 11 Omm diameter Petrol-line Xtra lined polyethylene pipe, for use with Petrol-Line electrofusion connections and Pecat transition fittings. for pipes of 50. 63 and I !Omm diameter 2" Geo Vent-S single wall flexible pipe with swaged-on metal end couplings. ] l/2". 2" and 3" Geoflex !! double wall flexible pipe with swaged-on metal end couolings ] l/2". 2" and 3" Geoflex I single wall flexible pipe with swagedon metal end couplings ] I /2" Coax connertions for use with Feoflcx ll pipes

IP

Certificate Numbers

Applications

Product Reference

Company

BC6310168/98/00 I A

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IP IP

8C63/04 I 3/97 /00 I 8('63/0413/971002 8Co3/0433/98/00 I BC63/0433/98/002 BC63/0433/98/()(l3 BC63/0433/98/tl04 Bt'63/0805/LJS/lll l I BC63/0805/LJS/t lll:' BC63! I01 I /98100 I BC6.i1I011 «JS/003

IP Shell IP Shell IP Shell IP Shell IP Shell

Bt '6_i1() 1JS, 2ll0llill0 I BC6310 l .i8 20lllllll02 BCo310o8 I 971()( 11 BC6.i1068 I 97 Illl2

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Halockrn product range with Frialen monofilament electrofusion connections, for oioes to and including I !Omm diameter Halockn' product ranae with Elgef® electrofusion connections. for pipes up to and including 1 JOmm diameter

uo

Petroplas SF2Prn 50mm 63mm and 1!Omm dia pipe for use with designated Frialen e'lectrofusion welding connections

P~troplas SF2Prn Generation 2 63mm diameter pipe for use with designated Frialen electrofusion welding connections

Kungsors Plast AB Sweden '

Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delivery Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delivery

BC63/l I I 0196100 I BC63/l I I0/96/002 BC63/ I 066/97100 I BC63/ I 066/97 /002

IP or Shell IP Shell IP Shell

Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delivery Fill pipes Vent lines Vapour recovery Secondarv containment Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delivery Fill pipes Vent lines Vapour recovery Secondarv containment Secondary containment

BC63/l 0 I 0/98/00 I BC63/1066/97/002

IP Shell

BC63/0115/2000/00 I BC63/0115/2000/002

IP Shell

BC63/l I 26/97100 I BC 63/1126/97 /002

IP Shell

BC63/0436/97 /00 I BC63/0436/97 /002 Addendum to BC63/0436/97 /00 I dated 17 Seotember 1997 BC63/0436/98/003 BC63/0436/98/004 Addendum to BC63/0436/97/003 arn /004 dated 13 May 1998

IP Shell

Applications

Product Reference

Company

C:onductive secondary 75mm KP 75SC and unlined secondary pipes 125mm KP 125SC & I60mm KP 160SC product ranges, w_ith electrofusion connections and fittings. ~~;: K_PS-Extra pr_oduct range. with electro.fusion. and d" amcal connect10ns. for pipes up to and mcludmg 1 !Omm 1ameter

~onductive Lined KPS-TIGER product range, with ~ ectr~fusion and mechanical connections, for pipes up to and mcludmg l lOmm diameter

Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delivery

Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delivery

Product Reference

~PS Extr~ Version 5 product range. for use with KPS Extra

lectrofus1on connections for pipes of 54, 63. 90 and 110 diameter

NUPI S.p.A. Italy

KPS Extra Version 5 pipes of 75 and l 25mm diameter. with · weldina sockets tee (75mm only). transition ·· elect fi . ro f us1on lltm 90° formed b~ds and 4.5° formed bends.

Smartflex® product ranoe with electrofusion and mechanical connections. Smart X? ~lectrofusion connections for pipes up to and Including l IOmm-diameter .

Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delivery Fill pipes Vent lines Va our recover Secondary containment

BC63/0924/99/00 I BC63/0924/99/002

BC63/0043/00/()03 BC63/0043/00/(l04

IP Shell

Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delivery

BC63/l I 11197 /00 I BC63/l l I I /97 /00 I A BC63/l l l l/97/002A Addendum to BC63/1 l l l/97/00IA dated 12 June 1997 BC63/0878/98/00 I BC63/0878/98/002 BC63/004 I /98/00 I BC63/004 I /98/00 2

IP Shell

BC63/0703/99/00 I BC63/0702/99/002 BC63/0703/99/00 I BC63/0703/99/002

IP Shell IP Shell

BC63/07 I 3/97 /00 I BC63/07 I 3/97 /002

IP Shell

Secondary containment

PetroTechnik Ltd UK .

Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delive Positive pressure delivery S~artflex pipes with ·y· barrier layer of 50.

63, 90 and 1 !0mm d tameter Vacuum suction delivery ' Vent lines Fill pipes Va our recover Secondary containment Unlined · designated · . connections, . for ol UPP pro d uct range. with electrof us10n P yethylene pipes up to and including 160mm diameter

Company

Applications

Product Reference Lined · designated · · . d UPP Ext r,1. product range with electrof us10n '1u~(l mecdhanical connections, To;. pipes up to and including mm iameter

IP Shell

IP or Shell IP Shell

Applications

Company

Certificate Numbers

Certificate Numbers

Certificate Numbers

IP Shell

IP or Shell IP Shell

Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delivery Fill pipes Vent lines Vapour rcrnvery

BC63/0777 /97 /00 I A BC63/0777 /97 /002A Addenda to BC63/0777 /97 /00 I A BC63/0777 /97 /002A <late<l 4 March llJlJK. I June

Positive pressure delivery Vacuum suction delivery Fill pipes Vent lines Ya our recover Positive pressure delivery

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DRIP STOP diesel nozzle Situation Today Often the area around a diesel dispenser is contaminated by diesel which has fallen onto the forecourt for one reason or the other. One of the main reasons is that motorists do not wait that extra second for the nozzle to drain before removing the spout from the car filler pipe.

The Solution The ZVA Slimline nozzle is now available with the New Drip Stop spout ER242. 1 TMV. The pat~nted m~g~etic closure inside the spout works after r~fuell~ng has finished. The Drip Stop operates in two ways. Firstly 1t closes to prevent diesel dripping when the spout is removed from filler pipe too quickly and secondly, it retains the remains left in the spout so that the next customer doesn't spill this diesel onto the forecourt when removing the nozzle from the dispenser.

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The Drip Stop functions. on the principle of a floating magn rather than a strong spring. When the nozzle is not in use tH floatin.g magnet holds the "valve" clo~ed. Since the magnetic fore~ 1s v~~y ~mall. when compared with a spring the pressure loss 1s min1m1sed 1n such. a .way that the pressure drop even at flow rates up to 501pm1n is negligible. Also the innovative patented de~1gn all.ows for quick opening and slightly delaye~ clos1n~, this prevents the Z:VA Slimline from being placed 1n the dispenser holster with a full spout.

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Maintaining ZVA topping up facility The well. kn,?wn ability o.f the ZVA Slimline "to the penny d1spens1n\J 1s as sE'.ns1t1ve as ever and is in no way comprom1?ed by this new d~signed spout. The new spout is also supplied as standard with Drip Catcher fitted .

How to order: Please contact ou r Sales Off f further details. ice o r

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With a long list of clients which includes such well known names as Essa, ~T exaco 08 Total Fino, BP, J. Sainsbury, Granada, Kwik Fit and McDonalds, JP Demolition & Petroleum Decommissioning Ltd JP Dem~liti~n can provide the same high standards anywhere in the country. specialise in the demolition, decontamination and •

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Whether your forecourt is being mothballed against future reopening or is being shut down permanently for redevelopment JP Demolition & Petroleum Decommissioning Ltd can provide a comprehensive service.

REGENERATING BROWNFIELD SITES From the demolition of simple brick and timber forecourt shops to ful l or partial demolition of steel or concrete fram ed workshops, JP Demolition can clea r you r site cleanly and cost effectively and issue the relevant certificates to satisfy potential purchasers as to its suitability for development Wherever possible, materials ore recycled thereby reducing costs to our clients.

MAKING SITES SAFE . . . in-bock or tank JP Demolition can carry out simple operations like pump dra manhole fillin g or complete demolition of buildings with tank and canopy ' with soil and groundwater decon 1amino · lion All our works ore removal together · carried out to the satisfaction of the Petroleum Officer, the HSE, Local Environmental Health Officers and the Environment Agency, by rigorous 1Y applying all current safety and environmental legislation.

When environmental problems occur they need to be dealt with swiftly, economically and above all, professionally.

EARLY INVOLVEMENT Colling JP Demolition &Petroleum Decommission ing Ltd in at an early stage enables + flame 1omsotmn dereclion the correct monitoring, analysis and recommendations for treatment to be mode before 0 problem gets out of hand. We con arrange laboratory analysis, reports and recommendations and offer Turnkey packages based on these reports to deal with virtually any situation .

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Whether your forecourt has suffered from large spillages or from tank or pipe leakages, JP Demolition & Petroleum Decommissioning Ltd provide a comprehensive clea n up & repair service.

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