CMM Fuel Management & Petroleum Operations

Question 1

Which federal regulation primarily governs underground storage tanks (USTs) at marina fuel facilities in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)

Answer

RCRA Subtitle I, administered by the EPA, establishes the federal regulatory program for underground storage tanks, including those at marinas.

Question 2

What does the acronym SPCC stand for in marina fuel operations?

Accepted Answer

Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure

Answer

SPCC stands for Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure, which refers to EPA plans under 40 CFR Part 112 designed to prevent oil discharges to navigable waters.

Question 3

According to NFPA 303, what is the minimum 'No Smoking' zone radius that must be enforced around a marina fuel dock during fueling operations?

Accepted Answer

25 feet

Answer

NFPA 303 requires a no-smoking zone of at least 25 feet from any fuel dispensing point to reduce the risk of igniting fuel vapors.

Question 4

Under EPA regulations, above-ground fuel storage tanks (ASTs) at marinas must have secondary containment capable of holding what minimum volume?

Accepted Answer

110% of the largest single tank's capacity

Answer

40 CFR Part 112 requires secondary containment capable of holding 110% of the largest single aboveground storage tank to prevent spills from reaching navigable waters.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of an automatic shut-off nozzle (sometimes called a 'dead man's nozzle') at a marina fuel dock?

Accepted Answer

To automatically stop fuel flow when released, preventing overfill spills

Answer

Automatic shut-off nozzles stop fuel flow when the operator releases the handle, preventing unattended overfill spills that could contaminate marina waters.

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CMM Fuel Management & Petroleum Operations