Diesel Fuel Storage: Solving Common Problems – Part 3
Did you know that diesel fuel can decompose? Proper practices can prevent this from happening. Problem: Fuel Degradation What is fuel degradation? Fuel degradation is when the components of diesel fuel decompose into byproducts. Why is this a problem? After a...
Diesel Fuel Storage: Solving Common Problems – Part 2
Do you store diesel fuel at your facility? Read this article to make sure you're not inadvertently allowing water into your tanks. Problem: Water in storage container How does it get in? Water can enter your storage container as either liquid or gas....
Diesel Fuel Storage: Solving Common Problems – Part 1
Now that Spring is finally on the horizon, there are some steps you should be taking to maintain the stability of your diesel fuel. Problem: Seasonal Changes Why are seasonal issues a concern? When fuel is cooled below its cloud point temperature, solid wax particles...
Diesel Fuel Makes a Dangerous Solvent!
Don’t let a dirty job become a dangerous one. A number of municipalities have adopted the practice of using diesel fuel as a solvent for cleaning asphalt off both trucks and equipment. This is a risky practice that is in violation of DEC regulations. Due to diesel’s...
Right-to-Know Requirement Review
Even if you’ve filed Community Right-to-Know reports in the past, it's a good idea to review the requirements to ensure you understand the finer points of this program and are not found to be in violation. Some things to keep in mind: Know the difference between a...
Right-To-Know: Does My Business Need to File?
If your company is in the five boroughs of New York City and stores chemicals and hazardous substances, read on. The Right-to-Know Program was developed to protect both the public and city employees (including emergency responders) from exposure to potentially...
Fueling Emergency Generators: Tank Regulations for Emergency Generators in Suffolk County
As the winter storm season approaches, maintaining electric power is critical to maintaining business operations, whether you are a consulting practice or the fire department. Like it or not, having no electricity means you’re likely out of business until it returns....
Emergency Generators – Will Your Fire Company be Able to Respond this Winter?
With the two-year anniversary of Superstorm Sandy in our midst and memories of last year’s unrelenting winter fresh in our minds, Winter 2014 is fast approaching. Maintaining power in storms and other emergency situations is top-of-mind in most fire districts. As an...
2015 Right-to-Know Filings: Be Informed
Whether or not you have filed Community Right-to-Know (RTK) reports before, now is the time to start planning for on-time filing in 2015. Reports are due each year on March 1, and stiff fines are imposed for non-compliance. Additionally, those with filing...
10 Facts About Above Ground Storage Tanks
An above ground storage tank, or AST, is often the best solution for chemical storage. But just as with underground tanks, conformity with federal Environmental Protection Agency’s Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasure regulations is paramount. These...