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Underground Storage Tank Monthly Walkthrough and Inspection Checklist

Use this checklist to help you conduct basic walkthrough inspections of the facility to make sure that all essential equipment is working properly and that there are fuel release response supplies on hand.
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07/22/2022

Underground Storage Tank Monthly Walkthrough and Inspection Checklist

Use this checklist to help you conduct basic walkthrough inspections of the facility to make sure that all essential equipment is working properly and that there are fuel release response supplies on hand.

    Inspection Point

    Month of the Year:

    Inspection Date:

    Inspector Initials:

    Underground storage tanks and motor fuel dispensing equipment

    Release detection system

    Inspect for proper operation. Run quick “self-test” of automatic tank gauging (ATG) to verify correct operation, or check manual dip stick for wear or warping.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Spill buckets

    Ensure spill buckets are clean, empty and free of debris.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Overfill alarm

    Inspect for proper operation. Make sure alarm is easily seen and heard.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Impressed current cathodic protection system

    Inspect for proper operation. Check and log rectifier at least every 60 days.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Fill and monitoring ports

    Inspect to make sure covers and caps are tightly sealed and locked.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Spill and overfill response supplies

    Inventory emergency spill response supplies and restock if low. Inspect supplies for deterioration and improper functioning.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Dispenser hoses, nozzles, breakaways

    Inspect for loose fittings, deterioration, obvious signs of leakage or improper functioning. Verify that hose retriever is in good condition.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Dispensers/dispenser sumps (internal)

    Open dispensers; inspect visible piping, fittings, couplings for leaks. Dispose any water, product. Ensure filter clean, dry, dated. Meter clean, dry, sealed. Union clean, dry. Emergency shutoff valve clean, dry; trip arm not obstructed.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Suction pump and air eliminator clean, dry; air eliminator vent not obstructed; v-belt in good condition. Dispenser cabinet intact; no jagged edges. Remove debris from sump

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Dispensers (external)

    Warnings and fueling instructions posted on dispenser and readable. Emergency stop (e-stop) easy to see and accessible.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Verify station has spill cleanup and dispenser out-of-service supplies on hand.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Piping sumps

    Inspect visible piping, fittings and couplings for leakage. Remove and dispose of water or product. Remove debris from sump.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Signature of B operater

    conducted or reviewed the monthly walkthrough inspection.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Gasoline dispensing equipment at facilities that choose to retain Stage II vapor recovery systems (optional but recommended)

    Vapor return line

    not crimped, flattened, blocked; no holes, slits. Poppets work properly, seal tightly. Inspect breakaways, swivels.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Nozzle bellows

    s Ensure there are no holes larger than 0.25” or slits larger than 1".

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Nozzle faceplate or facecone

    e Ensure it's not torn or missing more than 25% of its surface.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Nozzle

    Make sure it's operating properly and has an automatic overfill control mechanism

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Vapor processing unit

    Check for defects including leaking return line, intermittent process interruptions, low vapor pressure in return to tank line or inoperable Stage I control, e.g. pressure vacuum vent.

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail
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