Part D: Environmental and Safety Considerations

Direct General Petroleum Operations
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Requested by petroleum offices.

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The quality of fuel is questioned or it cannot be classified.

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A filter/separator is first placed in service after the filter elements have been changed and every month

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after that.

Aviation gasoline or jet fuel has been in aboveground storage for 30 days, without addition of fresh

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stocks, in climates where the temperature is 90F or higher, and when the fuel has been in aboveground

or underground storage for ninety days, without addition of fresh stocks, in climates where the

temperature is lower than 90F.

It is determined that an aviation fuel may be contaminated or commingled. Take samples and submit

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them to the laboratory for analysis. Do not use the suspected fuel unless laboratory tests prove it is

usable.

PART D - ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Containers. Check the general condition for rust, leaks, and damage. Check that markings include stock

number, date of pack, batch number, NATO stock number. The markings should also be legible. If

containers are damaged, suspect, have missing items then a discrepancy in shipment order, SF 361, will be

initiated.

Storage. Items stored outdoors should have covers such as open sheds or tarpaulins. Chemicals must be

given special consideration for storage. Gasoline, diesel fuel, or oil drums must be stacked butt to butt with

the bung in a horizontal position. Antifreeze and battery acid are usually packed in rubber-type containers

and must be given special consideration for stacking. Fire points should be marked and in the proper

location.

Layout of Storage Facility. Allow enough space for work areas so receiving, packing, and crating can

be accomplished. Allow enough space for materials, handling equipment, fire fighting equipment, and daily

inspections for leaks and inventories. Drainage must be considered in outside storage areas. If inside

storage is used, consideration must be given to the type of buildings, ventilation, lighting, bins and shelves.

Dunnage such as pallets and runners for drums should be used when applicable.

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