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Bob Martinez Center
2600 Blair Stone Road
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2400
Storage Tanks &
Contamination
Monitoring Information
 
Journal Report
Report Run Date: 04/29/2025        Last Data Refresh: 04/28/2025        Report Generated from DOPPLER
 
Facility ID: 9811064
Facility Name: AVE MARIA UTILITY COMPANY WTP
 
11/12/2024 Enforcement Tracking Activity Chang, Louise
Activity Status: Open
04/29/2024 Enforcement Referral Activity Standiford, James
Activity Result: Accepted Activity Status: Closed
Activity Closed Date: 11/12/2024
Events:
Event Type: Activity has been submitted for approval Date: 04/29/2024
Comment: Submitted for approval by: James Standiford: Referring facility for enforcement in accordance with FDEP contractual requirements.
Events:
Event Type: Activity/Document was acknowledged on this date Date: 11/12/2024
Comment: Acknowledged and Assigned by Louise Chang
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Event Type: Activity has been assigned Date: 11/12/2024
Comment: Assigned to Louise Chang
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Event Type: Activity has been finished Date: 11/12/2024
Comment: Finished
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Event Type: Activity/Document was accepted on this date Date: 11/12/2024
Comment: Accepted by Louise Chang: Case to be assigned to Genevieve Grah
Comments:
Comment Date: 04/29/2024 User: STANDIFORD_JA
Description: Referring facility for enforcement in accordance with FDEP contractual requirements.
02/28/2024 Record Document Activity Standiford, James
Activity Status: Closed
Contact Name: Tim Schlief Activity Closed Date: 02/28/2024
Events:
Event Type: Activity has been finished Date: 02/28/2024
Comment: Finished
01/29/2024 Editable Letter Activity Standiford, James
Activity Title: Compliance Assistance Offer Letter Activity Status: Closed
Events:
Event Type: Activity has been finished Date: 02/02/2024
Comment: Finished
Events:
Event Type: Document has been sent Date: 02/02/2024
Comment: Sent
Attachments:
Attachment Date: 02/02/2024 User: STANDIFORD_JA
Description: 2024-02-02 CAO Letter
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01/25/2024 Violation Closed Standiford, James
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 7064
Rule: 62-762.601(1)(d), 62-762.602(1)(d), 62-762.601(1)(g), 62-762.602(1)(g)
01/25/2024 Site Inspection Activity Closed Standiford, James
Activity Result: Minor Out of Compliance Activity Status: Closed
On-Site Start Date: 01/25/2024
Activity Closed Date: 01/29/2024 Activity Closed By: STANDIFORD_JA
Events:
Event Type: Activity has been finished Date: 01/29/2024
Comment: Finished
Comments:
Comment Date: 01/26/2024 User: STANDIFORD_JA
Description: AST's Inspected: 1-4K DW steel genset AST, DSL 2-8K SW Poly AST in secondary containment, sulfuric acid (H2SO4) 3-6K SW Poly AST in secondary containment, sodium hydroxide (NaOH) Acronyms: ALLD- Annual Line Leak Detection AO- Annual Operability AOC- Area of Concern AST- Aboveground Storage Tank ATG- Automatic Tank Gauge API- American Petroleum Institute ASWP- Aboveground Single Walled Piping AV- Ambient Vent BOI- Breach of Integrity CAV- Compliance Assistance Visit CIE- Closure Integrity Evaluation DSL- Diesel DSLH- Diesel Hose (Dispenses only diesel) DF- Dike Field DW- Double Walled DWF- Double Walled Fiberglass DWSB- Double Walled Spill Bucket DWUP- Double Walled Underground Piping DPVR- Dual Point Vapor Recovery ELLD- Electronic Line Leak Detection EF- Ethanol Free ERD- Electronic Release Detection EV- Emergency Vent F.A.C.- Florida Administrative Code FDEP- Florida Department of Environmental Protection FIRST- Florida Inspection Reporting Storage Tanks FKA- Formerly Known As FP- Fill Port FR- Financial Responsibility FRP- Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic GPH- Gallons Per Hour IC- In Compliance IIR- Incident Investigation Report IS- In Service K- Thousand (Gallons) LCR- Limited Closure Report LEL- Lower Explosive Level LLD- Line Leak Detector MGAP- Marine Grade Aboveground Piping MLLD- Mechanical Line Leak Detection MUL- Mid Grade Unleaded MVI- Monthly Visual Inspections MWP- Man Way Port NFPA- National Fire Prevention Association NO- New Oil OOC- Out of Compliance OOS- Out Of Service OPD- Overfill Prevention Device OPV- Overfill Protection Valve (Guillotine Valve in Drop Tube) PAV- Primary Ambient Vent PCC- Petroleum Certified Contractor PCW- Petroleum Contact Water PEI- Petroleum Equipment Institute PRVC- Pressure Vacuum Cap PVC- Poly Vinyl Chloride PUL- Premium Unleaded PULH- Premium Unleaded Hose RD- Release Detection RDRL- Release Detection Response Level REC 90- Recreation 90 Octane REC 90HL- Recreation 90 Hose RUL- Regular Unleaded RULH- Regular Unleaded Hose S- Satisfactory SHWMD- Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Division SB- Spill Bucket STRF- Storage Tank Registration Form STP- Submersible Turbine Sump SV- Shear Valve SW- Single Walled SWSB- Single Walled Spill Bucket TCAR- Tank Closure Assessment Report TCAV- Tank Compliance Assistance Visit TCI- Storage Tank Compliance Inspection TIN- Storage Tank Installation Inspection TXI- Storage Tank Closure Inspection TK- Tank UDC- Under Dispenser Containment UO- Used Oil UST- Underground Storage Tank VR- Vapor Recovery VRTLS- Veeder Root Inspector: James A. Standiford IV (Jay) Environmental Specialist I Collier County SHWMD Hazardous Materials/Pollutant Storage Tanks Environmental Compliance James.Standiford@colliercountyfl.gov 239-207-0981
Attachments:
Attachment Date: 01/29/2024 User: STANDIFORD_JA
Description: 2024-01-25 TCI Checklist
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01/25/2024 Violation Open Standiford, James
Significance: Minor Status: Open
Criteria ID: 7119
Rule: 62-762.891(6)(b), 62-762.891(6)(b)1, 62-762.891(6)(b)2, 62-762.891(6)(b)3
01/25/2024 Violation Closed Standiford, James
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 7041
Rule: 62-762.501(2)(e)3, 62-762.501(2)(e)3.a, 62-762.501(2)(e)3.b, 62-762.501(2)(e)4, 62-762.502(2)(e)4, 62-762.502(2)(e)4.a, 62-762.502(2)(e)4.b, 62-762.502(2)(e)5
01/25/2024 Violation Closed Standiford, James
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 7072
Rule: 62-762.601(7), 62-762.602(7)
01/25/2024 Violation Closed Standiford, James
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 7078
Rule: 62-762.701(1)(c), 62-762.701(1)(c)1, 62-762.701(1)(c)2, 62-762.702(1)(c), 62-762.702(1)(c)1, 62-762.702(1)(c)2
08/11/2020 Site Inspection Activity Closed Kwiat, Renee
Activity Result: In Compliance Activity Status: Closed
On-Site Start Date: 08/13/2020
Activity Closed Date: 08/25/2020 Activity Closed By: KWIAT_R
Events:
Event Type: Activity has been finished Date: 08/25/2020
Comment: Finished
Events:
Event Type: Activity/Document has been approved Date: 08/25/2020
Comment: Approved by Ryan B Snyder: approved
Events:
Event Type: Activity has been submitted for approval Date: 08/25/2020
Comment: Submitted for approval by: Renee Kwiat
Comments:
Comment Date: 08/11/2020 User: KWIAT_R
Description: District personnel met with Mr.Tim Schlief (Maintenance Manager) from Ave Maria Utility Company to conduct the Routine Compliance Inspection. During the inspection, the placard, financial responsibility, system test, and facility records were reviewed. This facility consists of three (3) registered in service aboveground storage tanks (ASTs). * Tank # 1 – 4,000 gallons, Diesel (Emergency Generator) * Tank # 2 – 8,000 gallons, Mineral Acid * Tank #3 – 6,000 gallons Hazardous Substance Mineral acid storage tank systems with capacities of greater than 110 gallons containing mineral acids are only required to comply with Rule 62-762.891, F.A.C. Storage tanks that contain hazardous substances consisting of ammonia and chlorine are required to comply with Rule 62-762.301(1)(a). EQUIPMENT: TANK # 1 – DIESEL (Emergency Generator) One (1) 4,000 gallon, double walled, steel AST (EQ-497) is located on a concrete pad. The exterior coating of the tank appears to be in satisfactory condition. No dripping or leaking issues were observed during the inspection. The tank is appropriately anchored and electrical grounded. SPILL CONTAINMENT: Consists of a single-walled remote spill containment bucket (Morrison 517/518, EQ-345) mounted on top of the tank with a drain that goes directly into the tank. No evidence of cracking or drain leaking were observed during the inspection. The system is properly labeled. OVERFILL PROTECTION/VENTING: The system is equipped with a Madison M-7000 (EQ-682, single point level switch) and a Krueger fuel level gauge (EQ-730). The vents are present and appear to be in satisfactory condition. PIPING: There is no piping associated with the system, except for the supply and return lines. These lines are made up of flexible hoses that are connected directly to the generator and are in good condition. No anti-siphon or solenoid valve is required, the generator rests on top of the tank and is not producing a gravity head. RELEASE DETECTION: The facility conducts weekly visual inspection of visible/exposed tank components including: tank coating, spill containment box, and sensors. Electronic monitoring of tank interstice via Madison M8700 (EQ-682) connected to the Cummins board with visual and audible low/high level alarms on the panel. The system is also connected to a Schneider Electric monitoring system located in the Motor Control Room. The interstice space and the panel sensors were checked and found functioning properly. No signature was obtained from Mr. Schlief, due to the Covid 19 Pandemic and CDC Social Distancing Guidlines.
09/06/2018 Attachment Hernandez, Nereida Morales
09/06/2018 Issue Document Activity Hernandez, Nereida Morales
Activity Status: Closed
Contact Name: Tim Schlief Activity Closed Date: 09/07/2018
Events:
Event Type: Activity has been finished Date: 09/07/2018
Comment: Finished
08/20/2018 Site Inspection Activity Closed Hernandez, Nereida Morales
Activity Result: In Compliance Activity Status: Closed
On-Site Start Date: 08/21/2018
Activity Closed Date: 09/06/2018 Activity Closed By: HERNANDEZ_N
Events:
Event Type: Activity has been finished Date: 09/06/2018
Comment: Finished
Comments:
Comment Date: 09/06/2018 User: HERNANDEZ_N
Description: On August 21, 2018, Nereida Hernandez and Kalvin Bernard from FDEP South District met with Mr. Tim Schlief (Maintenance Manager) from Collier County to conduct the Routine Compliance Inspection. During the inspection, the placard, financial responsibility, system test, and facility records were reviewed. This facility consists of three (3) registered in service aboveground storage tanks (ASTs). * Tank # 1 – 4,000 gallons, Diesel (Emergency Generator) * Tank # 2 – 8,000 gallons, Mineral Acid * Tank #3 – 6,000 gallons Hazardous Substance Mineral acid storage tank systems with capacities of greater than 110 gallons containing mineral acids are only required to comply with Rule 62-762.891, F.A.C. Storage tanks that contain hazardous substances consisting of ammonia and chlorine are required to comply with Rule 62-762.301(1)(a). EQUIPMENT: TANK # 1 – DIESEL (Emergency Generator) One (1) 4,000 gallon, double walled, steel AST (EQ-497) is located on a concrete pad. The exterior coating of the tank appears to be in satisfactory condition. No dripping or leaking issues were observed during the inspection. The tank is appropriately anchored and electrical grounded. SPILL CONTAINMENT – Consists of a single-walled remote spill containment bucket (Morrison 517/518, EQ-345) mounted on top of the tank with a drain that goes directly into the tank. No evidence of cracking or drain leaking were observed during the inspection. The system is properly labeled. OVERFILL PROTECTION/VENTING – The system is equipped with a Madison M-7000 (EQ-682, single point level switch) and a Krueger fuel level gauge (EQ-730). The vents are present and appear to be in satisfactory condition. PIPING – There is no piping associated with the system, except for the supply and return lines. These lines are made up of flexible hoses that are connected directly to the generator and are noted as being in good condition. No anti-siphon or solenoid valve is required, the generator rests on top of the tank and is not producing a gravity head. RELEASE DETECTION: The facility conducts weekly visual inspection of visible/exposed tank components including: tank coating, spill containment box, and sensors. Electronic monitoring of tank interstice via Madison M-8700 (EQ-682) connected to the Cummins board with visual and audible low/high level alarms on the panel. The system is also connected to a Schneider Electric monitoring system located in the Motor Control Room. The interstice space and the panel sensors were checked and found functioning properly. RECORDS REVIEWED: PLACARD: The Placard expiration date is: June 30, 2019. FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Proof of Financial Responsibility (FR) and Certificate of Financial Responsibility (CFR) were not provided for review or kept by facility owner/operator. A copy of the Forms and mechanisms of FR were sent by e-mail to the facility owner/operator on August 21, 2018. The Department received the FR by e-mail on August 24, 2018. The facility is insured by Steadfast Insurance Company. The most recent coverage period is from July 30, 2017 to July 30, 2022. Certificate of Financial Responsibility (Parts D and P) received by e-mail on August 30, 2018. Records are required to be kept for three years. “The appropriate part(s) of Form 62-761.900(3) shall be used when demonstrating proof of financial responsibility under this Rule, and will satisfy the Certification of Financial Responsibility requirements of 40 CFR 280.111(b)(11), July 2015”. MONTHLY VISUAL INSPECTION REPORT: Monthly visual inspections of visible/exposed tank components are conducted within the allotted 35 days. Period reviewed: from October 2, 2014 to August 15, 2018 (last visual inspection). Records are required to be kept for three years. ANNUAL OPERABILITY TEST: Records not available for previous years. Current test performed by Power Pro-Tech on August 20, 2018 to the release detection and overfill devices. Next due date is August 20, 2019. All release detection devices and overfill protection equipment must be tested for operability annually at intervals not exceeding 12 months to ensure proper operation. Records are required to be kept for three years. System test received by e-mail on August 30, 2018. NOTE: The tank construction (tight fill), shall be updated in the Storage Tank & Contamination Monitoring Information (STCM). Inspection Report sent by e-mail to Tim Schlief (Tim@amuc.com).
09/19/2014 Comment Sparks, James D.
Description: Timothy Schielf 239_825-1627 cell
09/19/2014 Site Inspection Activity Closed Sparks, James D.
Activity Result: In Compliance Activity Status: Closed
On-Site Start Date: 09/19/2014
Activity Closed Date: 09/30/2014 Activity Closed By: SPARKS_JD_1
Events:
Event Type: Activity has been finished Date: 09/30/2014
Comment: Finished
Comments:
Comment Date: 09/30/2014 User: SPARKS_JD_1
Description: PLACARD: PAID AND POSTED ON SITE IN OFFICE AND VERIFIED IN THE FIRST SYSTEM. EQUIPMENT: (1) 4000 GAL DW STEEL SUB-EMERGENCY BELLY TANK FOR DIESEL GENERATOR.TANK EXTERIOR IS IN FAIR CONDITION WITH MINOR RUST PRESENT . THE TANK IS PROPERLY TIED DOWN AND SECURE. ADD NFPA LABELS FOR DIESEL TO ALL SIDES OF THE TANK. VENTING; PROPER VENTING IS INSTALLED ON THE TANK WITH AN AMBIENT VENT FOR THE PRIMARY TANK AND EMERGENCY VENT FOR THE PRIMARY AND ANNULAR SPACE. PIPING; NONE ASSOCIATED WITH THE SYSTEM. SPILL CONTAINMENT: FILL PORT INSIDE LOCKING SPILL BUCKET PAINTED AND LABELED. TANK IS DOUBLE WALLED. OVERFILL PROTECTION: KRUEGER VOLUMETRIC SITE GAUGE NEAR FILL PORT. TANK CAN ONLY BE FILLED WITH NOZZLE AT THIS POSITION. HIGH SPEED DELIVERY IS AVAILABLE. ONLY FILL TO 95%. RELEASE DETECTION; TANK- INTERSTITIAL SENSOR IS PRESENT IN THE BASIN TO DETECT A BASIN RUPTURE SENSOR IS WIRED TO THE MAIN PANEL AT THE GENERATOR. ANNUAL TESTING; OPERABILITY TEST ON RUPTURE BASIN SENSOR PERFORMED BY EACH MONTH BY FACILITY PERSONNEL WAYNE BUZZARD. PASSED NEXT DUE BY 8.01/2014 REPORT EMAILED 8/30/2013 NO SIGNATURE TAKEN FACILITY NOT CHECKED OUT
09/17/2013 Comment Sparks, James D.
Description: Mailing Address: Ave Maria Utility Co. 5076 Annunciation Circle #102 Ave Maria Fl 34142
08/28/2013 Site Inspection Activity Closed Sparks, James D.
Activity Result: In Compliance Activity Status: Closed
On-Site Start Date: 08/28/2013
Activity Closed Date: 08/31/2013 Activity Closed By: SPARKS_JD_1
Events:
Event Type: Activity has been finished Date: 08/31/2013
Comment: Finished
Comments:
Comment Date: 08/31/2013 User: SPARKS_JD_1
Description: PLACARD: PAID AND POSTED ON SITE IN OFFICE AND VERIFIED IN THE FIRST SYSTEM. EQUIPMENT: (1) 4000 GAL DW STEEL SUB-EMERGENCY BELLY TANK FOR DIESEL GENERATOR.TANK EXTERIOR IS IN GOOD CONDITION. THE TANK IS PROPERLY TIED DOWN AND SECURE. FACILITY ALSO HAS A 8000 GAL SINGLE WALL MINERAL ACID (SULFURIC) TANK INSIDE A DIKE FIELD ON SITE. VENTING; PROPER VENTING IS INSTALLED ON THE TANK WITH AN AMBIENT VENT FOR THE PRIMARY TANK AND EMERGENCY VENT FOR THE PRIMARY AND ANNULAR SPACE. PIPING; NONE ASSOCIATED WITH THE SYSTEM. SPILL CONTAINMENT: FILL PORT INSIDE LOCKING SPILL BUCKET PAINTED AND LABELED. TANK IS DOUBLE WALLED. OVERFILL PROTECTION: KRUEGER VOLUMETRIC SITE GAUGE NEAR FILL PORT. TANK CAN ONLY BE FILLED WITH NOZZLE AT THIS POSITION. HIGH SPEED DELIVERY IS AVAILABLE. ONLY FILL TO 95%. RELEASE DETECTION; TANK- INTERSTITIAL SENSOR IS PRESENT IN THE BASIN TO DETECT A BASIN RUPTURE SENSOR IS WIRED TO THE MAIN PANEL AT THE GENERATOR. **ALARM WAS SOUNDING DURING INSPECTION. VISUAL OF TH ENTIRE SYSTEM. ANNUAL TESTING; OPERABILITY TEST ON RUPTURE BASIN SENSOR PERFORMED BY EACH MONTH BY FACILITY PERSONNEL WAYNE BUZZARD. PASSED NEXT DUE BY 8.01/2014 REPORT EMAILED 8/30/2013 NO SIGNATURE TAKEN FACILITY NOT CHECKED OUT
10/19/2011 Site Inspection Activity Closed Sparks, James D.
Activity Result: In Compliance Activity Status: Closed
On-Site Start Date: 09/29/2011
Activity Closed Date: 10/19/2011 Activity Closed By: SPARKS_JD_1
Events:
Event Type: Activity has been finished Date: 10/19/2011
Comment: Finished
Comments:
Comment Date: 10/19/2011 User: SPARKS_JD_1
Description: PLACARD: PAID AND POSTED ON SITE IN OFFICE AND VERIFIED IN THE FIRST SYSTEM. MONTHLY VISUAL LOGS; THE MONTHLY VISUAL LOGS WERE REVIEWED FROM 01/02/2011 --09/01/2011 WITH COMMENTS NOTED. EQUIPMENT: (1) 4000 GAL DW STEEL SUB-EMERGENCY BELLY TANK FOR DIESEL GENERATOR..TANK EXTERIOR IS IN GOOD CONDITION. THE TANK IS PROPERLY TIED DOWN AND SECURE. MINOR CORROSION PRESENT ON THE OUTER WALL OF THE CONTAINMENT UNIT. PRIME AND REPAINT. FACILITY ALSO HAS A 8000 GAL SINGLE WALL MINERAL ACID (SULFURIC) TANK INSIDE A DIKE FIELD ON SITE VENTING; PROPER VENTING IS INSTALLED ON THE TANK WITH AN AMBIENT VENT FOR THE PRIMARY TANK AND EMERGENCY VENT FOR THE PRIMARY AND ANNULAR SPACE. PIPING; NONE ASSOCIATED WITH THE SYSTEM. SPILL CONTAINMENT: FILL PORT INSIDE LOCKING SPILL BUCKET PAINTED AND LABELED. ** FACILITY SHOULD WATCH THIS AREA FOR CORROSION AND PRIME AND REPAINT WHEN NECESSARY. TANK IS DOUBLE WALLED. OVERFILL PROTECTION: KRUEGER VOLUMETRIC SITE GAUGE NEAR FILL PORT. TANK CAN ONLY BE FILLED WITH NOZZLE AT THIS POSITION. HIGH SPEED DELIVERY IS AVAILABLE. ONLY FILL TO 95%. RELEASE DETECTION; TANK- INTERSTITIAL SENSOR IS PRESENT IN THE BASIN TO DETECT A BASIN RUPTURE SENSOR IS WIRED TO THE MAIN PANEL AT THE GENERATOR. **ALARM WAS SOUNDING DURING INSPECTION. VISUAL OF TH ENTIRE SYSTEM. MONTHLY RELEASE DETECTION LOGS ARE BEING KEPT AND WERE REVIEWED. ANNUAL TESTING; OPERABILITY TEST ON RUPTURE BASIN SENSOR PERFORMED BY TAW GENERATOR FIELD SERVICE 800-456-9449 BY JASON HENRY 03/21/2011 PASSED
09/13/2010 Record Document Activity Snyderburn, Philip J.
Activity Status: Closed
Contact Name: Wayne Buzzard Activity Closed Date: 09/13/2010
Events:
Event Type: Activity has been finished Date: 09/13/2010
Comment: Finished
08/30/2010 Site Inspection Activity Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Activity Result: In Compliance Activity Status: Closed
On-Site Start Date: 08/30/2010
Activity Closed Date: 08/30/2010 Activity Closed By: SNYDERBURN_PJ_2
Events:
Event Type: Activity has been finished Date: 08/30/2010
Comment: Finished
12/27/2009 Site Inspection Activity Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Activity Result: In Compliance Activity Status: Closed
On-Site Start Date: 12/27/2009
Activity Closed Date: 12/27/2009 Activity Closed By: SNYDERBURN_PJ_2
Events:
Event Type: Activity has been finished Date: 12/27/2009
Comment: Finished
05/05/2009 Attachment Snyderburn, Philip J.
05/01/2009 Attachment Snyderburn, Philip J.
05/01/2009 Attachment Snyderburn, Philip J.
05/01/2009 Attachment Snyderburn, Philip J.
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2174
Rule: 62-762.891(7)(c)1., 62-762.891(7)(c)2.a., 62-762.891(7)(c)2.b.
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: SNC-B Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2175
Rule: 62-762.891(7)(d)
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: SNC-B Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2089
Rule: 62-762.611(2)(b)
Comments: Mark this as out of compliance if the facility is not performing visual inspections or is not recording the results monthly. Walk around and look at the tank, containment, all system components, valve and hydrant pits if applicable, and piping. Record your observations. Review monthly records. Does the physical evidence support the facility written record? Look for evidence of wetting, discoloration, blistering, corrosion, cracks, structural damage, and leakage. Examine the tank, saddle, containment inner and outer walls, containment floors, dike height. Note that this applies to all visible parts of an AST system. This rule and 762.611(2)(a)2 deals with release detection for Category-A and B ASTs only. Rule 762.611(1)(b) covers release detection for Category-C systems. Rules 762.611(3)(a)1, 762.611(3)(a)2, 762.611(3)(b), 762.611(3)(c), 762.611(3)(d)1 and 762.611(3)(d)2 deal with all piping release detection.
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2122
Rule: 62-762.701(1)(c)3.
Comments: Facility must prove that all release detection devices, such as in line leak detectors, sump and liner sensors, etc. function properly. Sensing devices may be optical, vapor, float activated, discriminating, non discriminating, or tied into electrical circuits.
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: SNC-B Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2043
Rule: 62-762.501(2)(d)4.
Comments: Mark this as out of compliance if an AST has improper or no overfill protection. Tanks of 15,000 gallons or less capacity can use calibrated stick measurements during the filling process. In this case, make sure they have a stick capable of measurement. It is recommended that alarms and cut off controllers be tested annually. Examine tank surfaces and dike field floor for evidence of overfill events.
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2132
Rule: 62-762.711(1)
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2133
Rule: 62-762.711(2)(a), 62-762.711(2)(b), 62-762.711(2)(c), 62-762.711(2)(d), 62-762.711(2)(e), 62-762.711(2)(f), 62-762.711(2)(g), 62-762.711(2)(h)
Comments: If the problem involves failure to perform according to the standards in each of the following areas, then note these items in addition to the paperwork for this rule: a. and g. Inventory - rules 62-762.641(3)(b)1-2, 62-762.641(3)(b)3 and 62-762.701(1)(c)6 b. Repair, operation, and maintenance - rules 62-762.701(1)(a)1, 62-762.701(1)(a)4, 62-762.701(1)(a)6 and 62-762.701(1)(c)3 c. Release detection - rules 62-762.601(1)(e), 62-762.601(2)(g), 62-762.611(2)(b), 62-762.611(3)(b), 62-762.611(3)(d)2, 62-762.641(2)(c) and 62-762.641(2)(e) d. Release detection response level descriptions - rules 62-762.601(1)(b) and 62-762.641(1)(c) e. Tightness, pressure, and breach of integrity tests - rules 62-762.611(3)(a)1 and 62-762.641(1)(a) f. Financial responsibility - rule 62-762.401(3) g. Repairs and replacements - rule 62-762.701(1)(a)6 The following are not issues for this rule: Rules 62-762.451(1)(a)2, 62-762.451(1)(a)3 and 62-762.451(1)(a)4 are verbal notices of activities that may also be written Rule 62-762.451(1)(b) is a registration issue Rules 62-762.451(2)(a), 62-762.451(3)(a) and 62-762.451(3)(b) are INF/DRF reporting issues Rules 62-762.601(1)(a)3 and 62-762.601(1)(f) are covered by 62-762.711(3) Anything with cathodic protection is covered by 62-762.711(3)
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2134
Rule: 62-762.711(3)(a), 62-762.711(3)(b), 62-762.711(3)(c), 62-762.711(3)(d), 62-762.711(3)(e), 62-762.711(3)(f), 62-762.711(3)(g)
Comments: The Rule cite does not list routine operation and maintenance records. If the problem involves failure to perform according to the standards in each of the following areas, then note these items in addition to the paperwork for this rule: a. Periodic inspections and tank system measurements - rules 62-762.611(3)(a)1, 62-762.701(3). b. Supporting claims for equipment in use at facility. - rule 62-762.601(1)(a)3. c. History of what has been done at facility - see .501 rules. d. Cathodic protection system history - rule 62-762.501(1)(f)1. e. Site suitability determination - this document must be updated when site conditions change- rule 62-762.601(1)(f). f. Vapor monitoring plan - this document must be updated annually - rule 62-762.601(1)(g). g. Closure reports - rule 62-762.801(4)(d). h. Single check valve -documentation that no other buried valves exist - rule 62-762.611(3)(a)1.
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2166
Rule: 62-762.891(3)(a), 62-762.891(3)(b)
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2167
Rule: 62-762.891(3)(c)
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2001
Rule: 62-762.401(1)(a), 62-762.401(1)(b)
Comments: Does STCM accurately reflect the tanks at the facility? This question concerns the registration process and payment of fees only - it is not about accurate registration. Check the number of tanks listed on the registration placard. Can the facility owner/operator produce a registration form to document submittal to DEP? At the time of tank closure, a registration form should be submitted showing the change in tank codes.
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2003
Rule: 62-762.401(2)(a)6.
Comments: All federal facilities with USTs will have a placard. Federal facilities with only ASTs will not have a placard. Per FS 376.3077, "It is unlawful for any owner, operator, or supplier to pump or otherwise deposit any motor fuel into a tank required to be registered under section 376.303 FS, unless proof of valid registration is displayed on such tank itself or the dispensing or measuring device connected thereto or, where appropriate, in the office or kiosk of the facility where the tank is located." Penalties can be assessed to the facility owner for failure to properly register tank systems. Note that penalties can be assessed to the supplier that delivers motor fuel to an unregistered facility. Check the details on the placard. Do they agree with the location you are inspecting? Owners of multiple facilities may switch placards by mistake. Placards are not always issued or received in a timely manner at the change of year period (June and July). Provide the DEP Tallahassee phone number to the facility so they may resolve problems (850) 487-7077; (850) 488-3935. Check STCM in the registration/placard section for the date that the payment was made and the date that the placard was issued. The location of the placard in plain view can be subjective in interpretation: a. For vehicular fuel facilities, plain view is meant to allow the transport delivery driver to view the placard prior to delivering fuel. b. A legal definition is an exception to the general requirement of a valid search warrant to legitimize a search or seizure; a search implies prying into hidden places, and it is not a search to observe what is open to view.
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: SNC-B Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2004
Rule: 62-762.401(3)(a)1.
Comments: There are various financial responsibility mechanisms available: Risk Retention Group (RRG) Endorsements Certificate of Insurance Guarantee Letter of Credit Fully Funded Trust Fund Self-Insurance with letter from CFO Stand-by Trust Fund Bond Rating Test (Local Governments) Local Government Financial Test Local Government Guarantee Local Government Fund For detailed information, refer to the DEP's Financial Responsibility Handbook pages 2-1, 2-2. Verify which mechanism(s) are used by the facility. State and federal facilities are exempt from financial responsibility, being considered a type of self insurance. They are always in compliance for this category. Document state or federal as appropriate. Financial responsibility must be maintained on out-of-service tanks. Note: Mark the absence of/or the lack of complete info in the certification of financial responsibility under Rule 62-762.401(3).
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2005
Rule: 62-762.451(1)(a)1.
Comments: The local program should receive notice of upgrade, replacement, and installation tasks prior to the initiation of the work. Local program may accept less notice and still consider this item in compliance. This rule citation is not a requirement to submit construction plans. Notice can be accepted in these formats: Verbal Written Fax Email
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2007
Rule: 62-762.451(1)(a)3.a., 62-762.451(1)(a)3.b., 62-762.451(1)(a)3.c.
Comments: A good working relationship with the contractors should minimize scheduling problems. Notice can be accepted in these formats: Verbal Written Fax Email
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2028
Rule: 62-762.501(2)(a)1., 62-762.501(2)(a)2.
Comments: Obtain and read the manufacturer's instructions. Make observations, record findings. It is a good practice to accumulate a library of tank system specifications for either your office or yourself. A PSSC is not required for any work involving an AST. Have a familiarity with these reference standards. Document your observations. NFPA 30 Chapters 2 and 3: Tank Storage, Piping Systems. NFPA 30A Chapters 2-4 and 10: Storage, piping, valves and fittings, fuel dispensing systems, marine service stations. PEI 200: Chapters 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13: Foundations, Supports, Anchorage, Dike Field Areas, Vaults and Special Enclosures, Tanks, Pumps and Valves, Fill Gauges and Vents, Pipes and Fittings, Corrosion Protection, Environmental Protection, and Testing. Be familiar with environmentally related issues in these referenced standards. You may want to contact the Fire Marshal regarding potential NFPA violations involving fire hazards [emergency power cutoff, securely mounted to island, etc.]. Personally verify as much of the installation process as possible. Refer to the installation inspection tasks described in the preface to this manual. If you are not able to verify certain aspects, get a written statement from the contractor that the standard was adhered to. Document. Document. Document. Verify and write down the make and model of all approved equipment installed. Note the date of each separate visit and what was observed at that time. Note items that pass or fail.
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2099
Rule: 62-762.641(1)(b)
Comments: During compliance inspections, check that the method installed is still the method in use. Items exempt from equipment approval include vacuum gauges, sight glass gauges that register volume level in ASTs. During the installation process, Category-C systems have already satisfied this question under Rule 762.641(1)(a).
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2100
Rule: 62-762.601(1)(b), 62-762.641(1)(c)
Comments: Mark this as out of compliance if the RDRL hasn't been written, or if the RDRL presented doesn't match the release detection methods used. Is reality different from their plan? Note that an SPCC or groundwater monitoring plan will suffice as an RDRL. See following sample form: RELEASE DETECTION RESPONSE LEVELS --------------------------------- FACILITY NAME: FACILITY #: In accordance with 62-762.601(1)(b), Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.) the following Release Detection Response Level (RDRL) has been established for the checked method(s) of Release Detection: RELEASE DETECTION METHOD: Statistical Inventory Reconciliation (SIR) with a tank tightness test every three years -- RDRL: One failed SIR report or two consecutive inconclusive SIR reports. A failed tank tightness test. RELEASE DETECTION METHOD: Continuous Automatic Tank Gauge System -- RDRL: A failed 0.2 gph leak test report/printout. RELEASE DETECTION METHOD: Automatic Tank Gauge System with a tank tightness test every three years -- RDRL: A failed 0.2 gph leak test report/printout. A failed tank tightness test. RELEASE DETECTION METHOD: Vacuum Monitoring -- RDRL: A sudden loss of vacuum or a 20% loss of the original vacuum. RELEASE DETECTION METHOD: Electronic Monitoring of tank interstice -- RDRL: Alarm conditions, audible or visible. RELEASE DETECTION METHOD: Visual Monitoring of tank interstice -- RDRL: Presence of free product or water. RELEASE DETECTION METHOD: Annual Tank and Line Tightness Tests used with daily inventory reconciliation (available until 10 yrs. after last tank upgrade) -- RDRL: Failed tank and/or line tightness test, unexplained water fluctuations exceeding one inch; significant loss or gain. RELEASE DETECTION METHOD: Groundwater Monitoring Wells -- RDRL: Presence of free product or sheen. Discharge Report Form must be submitted within 24 hours. RELEASE DETECTION METHOD: Vapor Monitoring Wells -- RDRL: Vapor concentrations >= 500 ppm for gasoline, Vapor concentrations >= 50 ppm for diesel RELEASE DETECTION METHOD: Manual Tank Gauging (Only valid for tanks up to 2000 gals) -- RDRL: Readings exceeding the standards described in 62-761.640 Table MTG, F.A.C. RELEASE DETECTION METHOD: Electronic Monitoring of sumps and/or dispenser liners -- RDRL: Alarm conditions, audible or visible. RELEASE DETECTION METHOD: Visual Monitoring of sumps and/or dispenser liners -- RDRL: Water above the entrance of double-wall piping or presence of free product. RELEASE DETECTION METHOD: Line Leak Detector -- RDRL: Tripping/Activation of leak detector. RELEASE DETECTION METHOD: Annual Line Tightness Test -- RDRL: Failed tightness test As required by 62-762.201(69), F.A.C., if the RDRL is measured or observed, we will initiate activities to determine if an incident, release, or discharge has occurred. If within 24 hours we can not determine if a discharge occurred, an Incident Notification Form will be submitted.
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: Minor Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2066
Rule: 62-762.601(1)(a)2.
Comments: Mark this as out of compliance if release detection systems are not functioning or not maintained properly. The inspector will have to know what release detection components have been installed at the facility. Furthermore, develop a library of installation and system operation specifications. These documents will assist you in determining calibration/maintenance as required by the manufacturer. Additional guidance can be found in the Appendix sections of the USEPA "List of Leak Detection Evaluations for Underground Storage Tank Systems" and the DEP Master Equipment List. Installations - have the release detection components been function tested? Just because a piece of equipment is new out of the box does not mean it is fully functional. Have it demonstrated! Calibration/Maintenance - the facility must provide documentation attesting to these operability tests. Operation - The RDRL must be developed, and the facility personnel must be knowledgeable of all the components of the release detection system. Theoretically, they should be able to demonstrate to you how they monitor the release detection system. See rule 62-762.701(1)(c)3
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: SNC-B Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2069
Rule: 62-762.601(1)(d)
Comments: Mark this as out of compliance if any release detection method has not been monitored as required. Look for evidence that the release detection system is not being properly monitored. Examples include: blocked access to monitoring wells, buried or submerged sampling ports; corroded locks; or no dispenser keys. Be aware that manual tank gauging requires weekly sampling. Electronic line leak detectors may be wired into an ATG with a memory of test cycles. Facilities with static/periodic ATG systems are required to provide one passing test per product per month. This method has a minimum fuel capacity requirement. If there is a record keeping problem, see rule 62-762.711(2).
05/01/2009 Violation Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Significance: SNC-B Status: Closed
Criteria ID: 2017
Rule: 62-762.501(1)(e)1.a., 62-762.501(1)(e)1.b., 62-762.501(1)(e)1.c., 62-762.501(1)(e)1.d., 62-762.501(1)(e)2.
Comments: Mark this out of compliance if any secondary containment system installed or maintained does not meet these standards. Installed secondary containment systems meet criteria specified in both DEP Equipment Approval and manufacturer's specifications. Request information from contractor, especially concerning manufacturer's specifications. If the exterior coating of a double-walled AST system has been compromised in some manner, this item shall be marked out of compliance.
05/01/2009 Site Inspection Activity Closed Snyderburn, Philip J.
Activity Result: Major Out of Compliance Activity Status: Closed
On-Site Start Date: 05/01/2009
Activity Closed Date: 05/01/2009 Activity Closed By: SNYDERBURN_PJ_2
05/01/2009 Editable Letter Activity Snyderburn, Philip J.
Activity Title: 1st Non-Compliance Letter Activity Status: Closed