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ASTM E 2733 : 2010 : R2015

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Standard Guide for Investigation of Equipment Problems and Releases for Petroleum Underground Storage Tank Systems
Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Superseded date

10-19-2023

Language(s)

English

Published date

06-30-2022

CONTAINED IN VOL. 11.05, 2015 Specifies information on methods of investigation, documentation, taking samples of problem equipment; preservation of equipment samples; chain of custody; storage; shipping; working with equipment manufacturers; and notification of regulators and listing laboratories.

1.1Overview—This guide is an organized collection of information and series of options for industry, regulators, consultants and the public, intended to assist with the development of investigation protocols for underground storage tank facilities in the United States. While the guide does not recommend a specific course of action, it establishes an investigation framework, and it provides a series of techniques that may be employed to: identify equipment problems; in some cases prepare samples of failed equipment for laboratory analysis; and document the investigation. The guide includes information on methods of investigation, documentation, taking samples of problem equipment; preservation of equipment samples; chain of custody; storage; shipping; working with equipment manufacturers; and notification of regulators and listing laboratories. The goal in using the guide is to identify the appropriate level of investigation and to gather and preserve information in an organized manner, which could be used in the future to improve system design or performance. While this guide may act as a starting point for users with limited experience in failure investigation, the user is encouraged to consult with failure analysis experts for specific investigation procedures that may be needed for certain equipment and the investigation should be conducted by a qualified professional. As users develop their specific investigation protocols, they may find that the investigations can be streamlined for certain types of facilities.

1.2Limitations of This Guide:

1.2.1Given the variability of the different investigators that may wish to use this guide and the different types of facilities and failures that will be investigated, it is not possible to address all the relevant standards that might apply to a particular investigation. This guide uses generalized language and examples to guide the user. If it is not clear to the user how to apply standards to their specific circumstances, it is recommended that users seek assistance from qualified professionals.

1.2.2This guide does not address safety issues associated with the investigation, taking samples and storing equipment. users are cautioned to exercise proper care in handling equipment that was in contact with flammable and combustible liquids and vapors. Some of the activities described in this guide may be subject to OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations or may only be conducted by individuals with appropriate HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) training certifications recognized by federal and state regulatory authorities, such as HAZWOPER training.

1.2.3This guide does not address laboratory investigations of material properties and detailed failure analysis.

1.2.4This guide does not cover underground storage tank systems storing liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).

1.2.5This guide does not replace state-required closure assessments and investigations. Requirements vary from state to state and often include specific sampling requirements.

1.3The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

Committee
E 50
DocumentType
Guide
Pages
17
ProductNote
Reconfirmed 2015
PublisherName
American Society for Testing and Materials
Status
Superseded
SupersededBy
Supersedes

ASTM F 1127 : 2001 : R2007 Standard Guide for Containment by Emergency Response Personnel of Hazardous Material Spills
ASTM E 1188 : 2005 Standard Practice for Collection and Preservation of Information and Physical Items by a Technical Investigator
CFR 29(PTS1900-1910) : 0 LABOR - OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
ASTM E 1188 : 1995 Standard Practice for Collection and Preservation of Information and Physical Items by a Technical Investigator
API 2016 : 2001 GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES FOR ENTERING AND CLEANING PETROLEUM STORAGE TANKS
ASTM F 1127 : 2007 Standard Guide for Containment of Hazardous Material Spills by Emergency Response Personnel
ASTM E 1188 : 2011 Standard Practice for Collection and Preservation of Information and Physical Items by a Technical Investigator
ASTM F 1127 : 2022 Standard Guide for Containment of Hazardous Material Spills by Emergency Response Personnel
API 2015 : 2014 REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE ENTRY AND CLEANING OF PETROLEUM STORAGE TANKS
ASTM F 1127 : 1988 : R1996 Standard Guide for Containment by Emergency Response Personnel of Hazardous Material Spills
NFPA 30 : 2018 FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS CODE
ASTM F 1127 : 2007 : R2013 Standard Guide for Containment of Hazardous Material Spills by Emergency Response Personnel
ASTM E 1188 : 2011 : R2017 Standard Practice for Collection and Preservation of Information and Physical Items by a Technical Investigator
ASTM F 1127 : 2001 Standard Guide for Containment by Emergency Response Personnel of Hazardous Material Spills
CFR 49(PTS100-185) : 0 TRANSPORTATION

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