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Term

CARB's most recent vapor regulations are known as:

 

a. EVR (Enhanced Vapor Recovery)

b. CVR (California Vapor Recovery)

c. PVR (Protective Vapor Recovery)

d. ORVR (Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery)

Definition

 

a. EVR (Enhanced Vapor Recovery)

Term

A valve installed in a motor-vehicle fueling hose

designed to seperate with little or no product

spillage when excessive force is placed on a hose

called:

 

a. Breakaway

b. Hose Clamp

c. Sheer Valve

d. Flow Limiter

Definition

 

a. Breakaway

Term

A Gilbarco vapor vac/opw vapor saver system is

considered to have a vapor recovery equipment

defect (VRED) if the vapor escape guard on an

OPW 12VW nozzle s missing or damaged at least

______ percent or the circumberence of the devise.

a. 25

b. 50

c. 75

d. 100

Definition

 

c. 100

Term

The two point phase I vapor recovery system requires

that a sparat vapor recovery riser pipe be installed

in the ank and be equipped with a:

a. Drop Tube

b. Locking Block Valve

c. Pressure/vacuum valve

d. Vapor recovery adaptor

Definition

 

d. Vapor recovery adaptor

Term

When removing liquid from a sump or spill bucket

and the liquid contains fuel, it must be:

 

a. Managed as hazardous waste

b. Pumped into a bucket to evaporate

c. Scooped or balled onto the concrete

d. Put it in a sealed container and put into dump

Definition

 

a. Managed as hazardous waste

Term

One of the approved methods of overfill prevention

is to have an overfill device that will

automatically shut off fill to the tank when the

tank is at a maximum of ___ percent full.

 

a. 80

b. 90

c. 95

d. 99

 

Definition

 

c. 95

Term

What is the appropriate way to clean a spill of

gasoline?

 

a. Allow product to evaporate from the area

b. Wash the spill product from the area with water

c. Apply absorbent to the area

d. Apply absorbent to the area, then remove and

dispose of the absorbent in accordance with

applicable requirements. 

Definition

d. Apply absorbent to the area, then remove and

dispose of the absorbent in accordance with

applicable requirements

Term

Which of the following is not an overfill device:

 

a. Ball Float

b. Spill Bucket

 

c. Tank overfill alarm

d.Drop tube flapper valve

 

 

Definition

 

b. Spill Bucket

Term

According to PEI RP300, a combustible gas indicator can be used to:

a. Determine carbon dioxide levels.

b. 

Monitor Benzene, Toluene, and Ethyl Benzene levels.

C.

 

Definition
d. Detect vapor leaks in vapor recovery system
Term
A non-volumetric test is a _______ test.
Definition
Qualitative
Term
Releases must be reported within _____ hours by the ________.
Definition
24 hours, by the owner.
Term
Vibration does not affect a non-volumetric test. (T/F)
Definition
True
Term
Vapor pockets do not affect a non-volumetric test.
Definition
True
Term
Tank test gallons per hour common criteria is...
Definition
.05 gph
Term
EPA tank test gallons per hour criteria is...
Definition
.1 gph
Term
Tighten all _____ _____ fittings prior to test.
Definition
tank top
Term
The flashpoint of gas is...
Definition
-40 degrees Fahrenheit
Term
If a tank is damaged while being unloaded from the transport truck and installed in that condition, can it be tested or not?
Definition
It can not be tested.
Term
The water table does not affect a non-volumetric test. (T/F)
Definition
False
Term
Monitoring wells must be no more than ___ to ___ feet apart and ________.
Definition
20-35, marked
Term
Interstitial (Def.)
Definition
The space between the inner and outer wall of a tank or line.
Term
A coaxial vapor recovery system is a______ or ________ system.
Definition
1 or single point system
Term
A suction line with a check valve at the pump/dispenser is, or is not required to be tested?
Definition
It is not required to be tested.
Term
Is a suction line with a check valve at or in the tank required to be tested?
Definition
Yes, every three years.
Term
Lightning affects a combustible gas detector. (T/F)
Definition
False
Term
The fastest means of exposure to gas is ___________.
Definition
Inhalation
Term
Line test criteria is ___ gph at ___ psi.
Definition
3 gph at 10 psi
Term
If a steel tank with a cathodic protection system on it is temporarily closed, does the cathodic protection system need to remain on and functioning?
Definition
Yes, the cathodic protection system must be maintained and turned on.
Term
Ground (def.)
Definition
A bond between one or more electrically conductive objects and the earth, so that all objects are at zero electrical potential.
Term
Monitoring wells are marked (identified) to insure that...
Definition
Delivery drivers do not mistakenly put gas into well.
Term
Gas will give off enough vapors at ____ degrees to ignite.
Definition
About -40 degrees
Term
When there is air at the pump of a suction system the __________ should be checked for proper operation.
Definition
Check valve
Term
A ball float is sufficient overfill protection for an underground storage tank. (T/F)
Definition
True
Term
A monitoring well is an acceptable form of leak detection for an underground storage tank. T/F
Definition
True
Term
If a leak is detected in a line, the fuel is diverted to another line. T/F
Definition
False, the fuel is not diverted to another line.
Term
The level of groundwater is measured in a _____________.
Definition
Monitor well
Term
A hole in a tank below the level of groundwater will ___________________.
Definition
Allow water to enter the tank.
Term
A line leak test is performed at ____ percent of operating pressure.
Definition
1.5 percent of the operating pressure.
Term
What is the retention time for a tank test report?
Definition
Until the next test.
Term
False detection is ____________________.
Definition
When a line or tank leak is found, though another reason is the cause of loss.
Term
Non-volumetric test will or will not quantify a test?
Definition
Will not quantify a test.
Term
Is moist and cold skin a symptom of petroleum exposure?
Definition
No.
Term
Gasoline vapors are lighter than air? T/F
Definition
False, gasoline vapors are heavier than air.
Term
Tank tests must have a probability of ___ percent.
Definition
95 percent
Term
Bond (def.)
Definition
An electrical connection between two or more conductive objects such that they are at the same electrical potential, but not necessarily at the same potential as the earth.
Term
What affects volumetric test?
Definition
1. Thermal expansion and contraction.
2. Thermal expansion of vapor pockets.
3. Structural deformation of tank.
4. Exportation or condensation of tank.
5. Waves or noise.
Term
What affects non-volumetric tests?
Definition
1. Water table.
2. Wind.
3. Noise.
Term
The fire triangle consists of...
Definition
Oxygen, ignition source, fuel.
Term
The thermal coefficient of diesel is _________.
Definition
.00045
Term
The thermal coefficient for gas is _________.
Definition
.00070
Term
Oxygen levels necessary to breathe are between _______ and ______ percent.
Definition
19.5-23.5 percent
Term
The normal oxygen level is _______ percent.
Definition
20.9 percent
Term
Place blower at least _____ from edge of stp sump and __________.
Definition
10 feet and upwind
Term
Class A fire extinguishers are used for ________.
Definition
Combustibles/Solids.
Term
Class B fire extinguishers are used for ________.
Definition
Flammable liquids
Term
Class C fire extinguishers are used for ________.
Definition
Electrical equipment
Term
Class D fire extinguishers are used for ________.
Definition
Metals
Term
In a 4 inch fill riser, a volume change of _____ gallons will cause a level change of about _________ inches.
Definition
.05 gallons, .00006 inches
Term
A tank tester must determine values for: ____________, ____________ and ___________.
Definition
Height to volume conversion factor, coefficient of thermal expansion and height of water table
Term
Manifolded tanks should be disconnected and tested separately due to ______________.
Definition
Wave action
Term
Drop tubes may interfere with a tank test in what three ways?
Definition
Can prevent sensor being placed in tank. Can prevent circulation of product. Temperature change due to a colder/warmer temperature in isolated product.
Term
Wait: _______ after gross product delivery and ________ after topping off because of ____________ and __________________.
Definition
6 hours, 3 hours, because of temperature differences and stratification, and structural deformation of tank (tank deflection)due to head pressure.
Term
A 1 degree Fahrenheit drop will shrink 1000 gallons by ______.
Definition
.7 gallons
Term
A temperature change of 2.5 degrees Fahrenheit may change the volume of a 100 gallon vapor pocket by ____ gallons.
Definition
.05 gallons
Term
Vapor pockets in quantities as small as _____ gallons can influence test results.
Definition
10 gallons
Term
If the water table is higher than the product level, you should...
Definition
Raise the product level above grade until the pressure of exerted by the product overcomes the pressure of the liquid outside it.
Term
If 5 gallons is added to a tank, and the height of the liquid in the fill pipe increases by 15 inches, a height of 3 inches would equal a volume of __ gallon.
Definition
1 gallon
Term
The uncertainty inherent in assuming an average coefficient based on product type is at least _____ percent. And _______ percent if the coefficient of expansion is determined by measurement of the product density.
Definition
10 percent, and 5 percent
Term
The calculation for finding a volumetric flow rate is: ______ - ______ = volumetric flow rate
Definition
Level change - temperature-induced change = volumetric flow rate
Term
The federal mandate cutoff date for leak detection is ____________.
Definition
December 22, 1990
Term
The federal tank test mandate cutoff date is __________.
Definition
December 20, 1998
Term
A vertical array of ____ thermistors is best, but ____ is sufficient.
Definition
5, 3
Term
Probability of detection of _____ percent, with a probability of false alarm of _____ percent.
Definition
95 percent, 5 percent
Term
No suction release detection required if what three criteria are met?
Definition
Below grade piping operates at less than atmospheric pressure, is sloped to drain into tank and only has one check valve at the pump.
Term
Cutoff date for hazardous waste mandate is ________.
Definition
December 20, 1998
Term
Temperature Induced Level Change formula is: _______ X ________ X _______= Temperature Induced Change.
Definition
Temperature Change X Volume X Coefficient of Thermal Expansion = Temperature Induced Level Change
Term
________ and _______ must report to agency within ____ hours if release or unusual operating conditions (erratic behavior, sudden loss, unexplained water) are found, or monitor detects problem.
Definition
Owners, operators, 24 hours
Term
Farm tanks at least ______ gallons need to be tested.
Definition
1100 gallons
Term
Any liquid with a flash point less than 100 degrees Fahrenheit is considered ___________.
Definition
Flammable
Term
Any liquid with a flash point above 100 degrees Fahrenheit is considered ___________.
Definition
Combustible
Term
Gas expands ______ percent per 10 degrees increase in temperature.
Definition
.06 percent
Term
Most petroleum products have a flammable range of ___ - ____ percent presence in air.
Definition
1 - 10 percent
Term
Inerting achieves...
Definition
Reducing oxygen to a stable, non-combustible level (7 percent).
Term
Flash point is...
Definition
The lowest temperature at which a liquid produces enough vapors to possibly ignite.
Term
Purging reduces _______ _______ in a tank below ______________.
Definition
Flammable vapors in a tank below 10 percent LEL (Lower Explosive Limit)
Term
What percent of oxygen concentration is sufficient for fires and explosions to occur?
Definition
16 percent
Term
Oxygen needs about ___ - ____ percent saturation or more to burn.
Definition
8 - 10 percent
Term
Safe atmosphere is ___ - ___ percent LEL.
Definition
0 - 10 percent LEL
Term
The distance from any part of a tank holding class 1 liquids to the nearest wall of any basement or pit shall be no less than _____ and ________ from property line.
Definition
1 foot, 3 feet
Term
Backfill must extend ______ beyond all sides of a tank and at least ______ between adjacent tanks.
Definition
1 foot, 2 feet
Term
In areas subject to traffic cover above a TANK may consist of at least _____ inches of compacted backfill and ______ inches of asphaltic concrete, or ____ inches of compacted backfill and ___ - ____ inches of reinforced concrete.
Definition
30 inches of compacted backfill and 6 inches of asphaltic concrete, or 18 inches of compacted backfill and 6-8 inches of reinforced concrete. Recommended at least 8 inches of reinforced concrete.
Term
In areas NOT subject to traffic, cover of TANKS should be at least ____ feet thick and consist of a minimum of ____ backfill and covered by _______ ______ to prevent migration and a minimum of ______ of earth. An acceptable alternative is _____ backfill material and at least __ inches reinforced concrete/___ inches of asphalt paving.
Definition
2 feet thick. 1 foot backfill, filter fabric, 1 foot earth. 1 foot backfill, 4 inches reinforced concrete/6 inches of asphalt paving.
Term
_____ feet is the standard maximum burial depth for fiberglass tanks.
Definition
7 feet
Term
_____ is the typical burial depth for steel tanks.
Definition
5 feet.
Term
Vent pispes must be at least _____ inches in diameter.
Definition
1 1/4"
Term
Single wall tank and line tests must, before covering, be _________ or at ___ - ____ psi.
Definition
Hydrostatic, 3-5 psi
Term
PIPING shall be covered with more than ____ inches of backfill and ____ inches of concrete with NO traffic.
Definition
6 inches, 6 inches
Term
Piping within the same trench shall be separated as follows:
_________ between steel and fiberglass.
Piping need not be separated by more than ______ inches.
Two or more levels of piping shall be separated by a minimum of ____ inches of well compacted backfill.
Definition
2 pipe diameters, 9", 6"
Term
Electronic leak detectors test when pressure drops to ___ - ___ psi.
Definition
1 - 2 psi
Term
When tanks are out of service less than 3 months...
Definition
Continue maintenance, corrosion protection and leak detection.
Term
When tanks are out of service more than 3 months...
Definition
Leave vent lines open and functioning, but cap and plug all other lines.
Term
When temporarily closed tanks are out of service more than twelve months...
Definition
Owner/operators must permanently close UST system.
Term
Owners/operators must notify agency _________ in advance of closing.
Definition
30 days
Term
Documents of excavation zone must be retained ________ after.
Definition
3 years
Term
Release detection records required to be retained _____ years after installation.
Definition
5 years
Term
Suction systems operate at ___ - ___ psi and must be at most ____ feet from dispensers.
Definition
3-5 psi, 50 feet
Term
Common problems for leak detectors are...
Definition
Vapor, check valves
Term
Common problems for lines are...
Definition
Vapor pockets, temperature variables, leaking check valves.
Term
Monitor wells must not be more than ____ feet apart.
Definition
40 feet
Term
LINE test criteria federally is _____ and _____ commonly.
Definition
.1 gph, .025 gph
Term
Double wall outer piping must not be tested at more than _____ psi.
Definition
5 psi
Term
Temperature changes of .1-.5 degrees centigrade may cause a ___ - ___ psi change in pressure.
Definition
5-10 psi
Term
Atmospheric pressure affects non-volumetric tests? (T/F)
Definition
False
Term
Problems that affect non-volumetric tests are...
Definition
They may cause or enhance a leak under test by exerting pressure on present leaks. They may adversely affect product if not inert. They may risk explosion. They may not be as accurate and require longer test times.
Term
Hydrostatic piping tests must be done at _____ times _______ _______ and at least ____ minutes.
Definition
1 1/2, operating pressure, 10 minutes
Term
Line test causes for a loss may include...
Definition
Leaks, a decrease in liquid temperature, piping distorion.
Term
Three indicators of air in a suction line are...
Definition
Pump is running but not pumping liquid.
Pump seems to overspeed when first turned on and slows down as it begins pumping liquid.
A rattling sound in pump and erratic liquid flow.
Term
Three possible causes for water in a tank below water table are...
Definition
Loose fill cap, standing water above vent lines or a leak.
Term
The static head pressure on a 6 foot tank end is ___ psi. With a 3 foot fill pipe above grade, at 1.95 psi, there would be a _________ pound/___ ton increase in pressure.
Definition
.98 psi, 8000 lb., 4 ton
Term
If a spill exceeds 25 gallons, escapes into environment, or cannot be cleaned up, it must be reported to agency by owners/operators within 24 hrs and investigated within 7 days. (T/F)
Definition
True
Term
Variable level tests are high risk because the fluid fluctuates. (T/F)
Definition
True
Term
Manual tightness tests require sampling every 10 minutes for 3 hours. (T/F)
Definition
False, it must be sampled every 5 minutes for 2 hours.
Term
Signs of oxygen depletion include:
Definition
Accelerated breathing and heartbeat, impaired attention, thinking and coordination, faulty judgment, rapid fatigue, possible permanent heart damage, nausea, vomiting, loss of movement, unconsciousness or death.
Term
Lowest oxygen level of explosions is ___ percent.
Definition
16 percent
Term
40 - 50 benzene ppm is not dangerous. (T/F)
Definition
False
Term
Acceptable leak detection for tanks are:
Definition
Automatic tank gauging,
ground water monitoring,
inventory control w/periodic tightness testing,
manual tank gauging,
interstitial monitoring,
soil vapor monitoring,
(SIR) statistical inventory reconciliation
Term
Drop tubes must be within how many inches from bottom of a tank?
Definition
4-6 inches
Term
Acceptable leak detection methods for lines are:
Definition
automatic line leak detector
ground water monitoring
periodic piping tightness testing
interstitial monitoring
soil vapor monitoring
(SIR) statistical inventory reconciliation
under pump check valve for suction systems
Term
Double wall fiberglass secondary lines w/clamshell fittings must be tested at what psi?
Definition
10 psi
Term
Double wall fiberglass secondary lines with flexible fittings must be tested at what psi?
Definition
5 psi
Term
Flex double wall secondary lines must be tested at what psi?
Definition
5 psi
Term
UFL-Upper flammable limit (def)
Definition
Highest concentration of product that is flammable
Term
LFL-Lower Flammable Limit (def)
Definition
The lowest concentration of product that is flammable
Term
Ignition temperature (def)
Definition
Minimum temperature a substance in air must be heated in order to ignite.
Term
What is the flash point of gas?
Definition
-40 degrees fahrenheit
Term
What is the ignition temperature of gas?
Definition
536 degrees fahrenheit
Term
What is the specific gravity of gas?
Definition
0.8 (h2O -1)
Term
What is the flammable range for gasoline?
Definition
1.4-7.6%
Term
What is the flammable range for diesel?
Definition
1.3-6%
Term
Bonding equalizes static electricity by creating a conductive connection between two entities (such as a UST and tank truck) True or False?
Definition
True
Term
Grounding diverts static electricity into earth. T or F?
Definition
True
Term
Do bonded systems also need grounding?
Definition
Yes
Term
When does the greatest fire and explosive hazard occur?
Definition
During the transfer of product
Term
When O2 concentration is deficient for human wellbeing, there is not sufficient oxygen for combustion or explosion. T or F?
Definition
False
Term
A suction stub must be within _____ from the bottom of the tank?
Definition
4-6 inches
Term
What is the expansion coefficient for gasoline?
Definition
.00068
Term
The rate of temperature change the first couple of days after a delivery is _____ to _____ degrees per hour?
Definition
.02-.25 degrees per hour
Term
Lines must be a minimum of ____ inches from electrical conduit.
Definition
6 inches
Term
Non-volumetric tests are affected by temperature change. (T/F)
Definition
False
Term
Tank deformation does not affect non-volumetric tests. (T/F)
Definition
True
Term
Tank inclination affects volumetric test accuracy. (T/F)
Definition
True
Term
An apparent leak of .01 gallons would result from a change in barometric pressure of _____ inches mercury.
Definition
.07
Term
Vent pipes must be ___ feet above any window.
Definition
2 feet
Term
What is the flashpoint of diesel?
Definition
143 degrees Fahrenheit
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