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ARGO CHEMICAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART ONE---PURPOSE
I. Purpose
II.
III.
IV.
CERTIFICATION
Introduction
Certification
Revision RecOrd.
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II.
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IV,
V.
PART TWO---RMPP
Background
Description of AHM Accidents
.Equipment Report ............
Procedures Report ...... . ....
Design, Operating & Maintenance
Control Systems .......
VI. Detection, Monitoring, or Automatic
Control Systems
VII. Proposed Risk Reduction Measures
VIII. Emergency Plans
'IX.
X.
XI.
XII.
Auditing:Programs
Inspection Programs
RMPP Implementation
RMPP Recordkeeping
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PART THREE---HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
'II.
III.
IV.
Purpose
Physi'cal Data for Sulfuric Acid
Unloading Procedures
Hazard Identification
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PART FOUR---RISK AND COSEQUENCE ANALYSIS
III.
IV.
VI.
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Risk Analysis Matri×
Risk Analysis of Equipment Failure
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Consequence Analysis of Equipment Failure .... Page 5.
Risk Analys'is o'f Human Failure
Consequence Analysis of Human failure
Conclusion-'
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PART FIVE---APPENDIX
I. Emergency.Action Plan
II. ARCttIE Model Results--
III R'isk Analysis Matrix
IV. Unloading o'f Hazardous Chemical Form
'V. Safety Meetings .Schedule 199:5
VI. Materlal Safety Data Sheet
VIIi. Hazardous Material Management Plan
VIII. Safety Equipment Checklist (Monthly)
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'Risk Management and Prevention Plan
I. pUrpose
The Risk Management and Prevention PI'an of Argo Chemical
is designed to evaluate the facility in handling Acutely
Hazardous Materials (AHM) identified by the Administering
Agency, minimize any releases of AHM, and to protect public
health and safety and the environment from releases that do
occur. -The main emphasis of the RMPP is on total system
safety and reliability.
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II.
Introduction
The RMpp .has 'been requested pursuant to Section 25534 of
Chapter 6.95 Article 2 of the California.Health & Safety Code
by the City of Bakersfield Fire Department to reduce the risk
of and'prevent accidents involving AHM.
A Risk.Management and PreVention Plan (RMPP) is defined
as all of the operational and administrative programs of a
business which are designed to prevent releases of AHM,
including, but not limited to, programs on design safety of
new and existing equipment, safe operating procedures,
istandard operating procedures, preventive maintenance
programs, 'operator training and accident investigation
procedures, risk assessment for unit operations or operating
alterna'tives, emergency response planning, and internal or
external audit procedures .to ensure that these programs are
'being executed as planned. This definition is used 'in the
State of California, Governor's Office of Emergency Services
document entitled "Guidance for the Preparation of a Risk
Management and Prevention Program, November 1989.
This RMPP is based upon Argo Chemical's use of
concentrated sulfuric acid and chlorine gas.
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III. Certification
Section 25534 (j) of the Cali'fornia Health & Safety Code
requires that the RMPP and any revisions be certified as
complete by a qualified person and the facility operator.
Section 25532 (.f).of the California Health & Safety Code
defines a qualified person is qualified to attest, at a
minimum, to the validity of the hazard and operability
studies done pursuant to Section 25534, and the relationship
'between the corrective steps taken by the handler following
the studies and those hazards which were identified in the
HazOp studies.
I', Roland Mater, safety consultant, certify to the validity
of this RMPP document as pursuant to the requirements of
Section 25534 of Chapter 6.95 of the'California tealth &
Safety Code.
Roland Maier-~-Safety Consultant
'Steve Schmedding---Operations Manager
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IV. Revision Record
Revision #
Pages Affected
Date of
Revision
Signature of
Person Making
Revision
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Background
A. General Business Information
Name and Location
a. : Argo. Chemical Company, Inc.
100 Quantico Ave.
Bakersfield, California 93307
(805) 322-2222
Nature of business
a. . Argo Chemical is an industrial chemical
distributor, specializing in water
treatment and cleaning solutions.
-Blending of'chemicals is.provided for
special applications.
Description of AHM Used
Chlorine-Gas
a. Argo has elected to modify the handling
'procedures to offloading the product
rather than storage on the property. .The
cylinders will be 'transferred to the
delivery trucks from the supplier's
'trucks and taken to the clients. There
will not be any storage-of the cylinders'
at our facility. There will be storage
of the empty chlorine cylinders, until the
subsequent transfer of full Cylinders and
the empty cylinders wil'l be returned to
the supplier. The empty cylinders will
be clearly marked and stored in a
cylinder basket with chains to bind the
cylinders·
b. This procedure takes place approximately
twice a month and consists of 10 (150 lb)
cylinders each delivery. This method has
been discussed with the AA.
'2.
Concentrated Sulfuric Acid(93%)
a. Sulfuric acid is a highly corrosive,
clear, colorless to' cloudy liquid. It
causes severe burns or irritation on skin
contact. Sulfuric acid is not flammable
but highly reactive with water and :
organic materials with evolution of heat.
Reacts with many metals, releasing
hydrogen. Since sulfuric acid has a
minimal risk of exposure due to the vapor
pressure of <lmmHg @ 100 F., the primary
concern is from the liquid: Sulfuric
acid has complete solubility in water.
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Sulfuric acid is subject to the reporting
requirements of the Superfund Act of
1986.
There is approximately one load delivered
each month with '3000 gallons delivered.
A spill or release which equals or
exceeds 42 gallons of liquid, is a
significant, reportable release.
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Description of AHM Accidents
A. .Accidents at this Facility
An employee was burned on his leg with
sulfuric acid on July'lB, 1991 at the Argo
facility. He was filling drums from the
tanker truck when he overfilled the drum and
the acid contacted his leg. Inadequate
personal protection was worn at the time of
the accident. The employee was wearing the
'acid resistant boots with an overcoat. This
was the required protection .at the time of the
accident. However, because of 'the incident,
acid resistant.pants were added to the
personal protective clothing to alleviate any
openings in the overcoat/boots arrangement.
The underlying.causes o.f the accident were:
a. Too much pressure on the discharge hose
when filling the drums.
b· Not enough personnel involved in the
process.
c. The repetitive nature of the task causing
human error.
d. Inappropriate personal protective clothing'
with the overcoat·
Measures taken to prevent occurrences:
a. ·Gravity,flow tankers to discharge the
liquid.
b. More personnel involved in the process, a
stand-by, someone to assist with moving the
discharge hose, and the truck driver.
c. Requiring the full acid suit when unloading
along with goggles, face shield, and boots.
d. Safety meeting held before unloading of
sulfuric acid to familiarize personnel with
product, safety procedures,
responsibilities of each person, and to
handle any concerns that may arise.
Accident Investigation Procedures
a..When the cause of the'accident .has been
determined, a method Shall be developed to
ensure that the accident will not recur.
b. System designs, operating and maintenance
procedures that need updating or alteration
shall be noted, and a time schedule set'for
implementation of improvements.
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Source of-Historical Accident Data
a. Argo's in-house data is being used. Since
its inception in 1980, Argo has
approximately 260,000 manhours worked with
1 injury concerning sulfuric acid.
b. These manhours are based on an average of
45 hrs/wk and 51 weeks per year.
Release reporting procedures
a. Pursuant to Section 25507 of Chapter 6.95
Article 1 of the California Health & Safety
Code, releases of AHM that may threaten
human life, health, and safety or the
environment or exceed the reportable
quantity must be reported. When a
reportable release occurs, the following
people must be notified immediately:
1. Bakersfield City Fire Department
Hazardous Material Division
(805.) 326-3979
2. CA Office of Emergency Services'
(800) 852-7550
b. The Safety Director is responsible for
reporting a release·
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III. EquiPment Report
A. Nature, Age, & Condition
The supplier of the sulfuric acid uses their
own trucks and trailers which are under their
safety, program guidelines. The vehicles meet
all applicable laws and regulations pertaining
to their use, through DOT and CHP inspections
which are required by law. The supplier
assures Argo that these inspections are part.
of their on-going safety program. A copy of
the inspections are kept on the vehicle during
operation.
a. The hoses and valves are inspected prior
to. each load being delivered.
b. The drivers go through a thorough safety
program upon employment, to insure safety
awareneSs.
The supplier of the poly-drums, which are
intended for highly corrosive acid use, are
tested, maintained, and certified by the
supplier according to the applicable
regulations and guidelines set forth by.'the
appropriate regulatory agency, which is the
Department of Transportation. These are
maintained by Waymire Drum as part of their
safety program.
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IV.
Procedures Report
Offloading procedures
The Safety Director conduct"§ a safety meeting
.prior to.the offloading of the concentrated
sulfUric acid. This is essential to review
with the employees the hazards associated with
sulfuric acid and the offloading procedures.
The MSDS is reviewed during'the meeting.
The tanker truck delivering the product is a
bottom-dump gravity flow tanker and it arrives
@ 6:00 AM to alleviate the heat. This allows
the sulfuric acid to stay relatively cool and
the employees to work more effectively.
All employees involved with the offloaffing are
required to wear appropriate personal
protective equipment:
a. Full acid-resistant suits consisting of
pants and overcoat
b. Rubber boots
c. Hard hats with face shield and chemical
goggles
Breaks are generally taken after six (6) drums
are filled, but earlier if necessary.
Each of the employees involved in the
offloading are taught all of the various tasks
involved. This allows for better job
awareness, less complacency due to the
repetitive nature of the tasks, and more
knowledge for hazard identification and
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The truck driver of the product also is
involved in the safety meeting, required to
wear the appropriate safety apparel, and
maintain a stand-by position at the truck.
The offloading takes place outside of the
wareh6use. The sulfuric acid is transferred
into 55 gallon poly drums, banded and stored
on pallets.
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Design, Operating & Maintenance Control Systems
A. The offloading Procedures used by Argo to offload
sulfuric acid and store empty chlorine gas
cylinders do not necessitate any design controls.
Operating controls
1. Appropriate labeling of the poly drums.
Safety meetings reiterating job awareness and
safety.
Rotating personnel to the various tasks
associated-with the off loading procedures.
Maintenance of equipment is the responsibility of
the suppliers and is verified by the Safety
Director by inspection documentation by the
supplier.
The safety equipment is maintained on a'
monthly basis· An employee is assigned .to
inspect all of the safety equipment monthly,
completing any repairs, cleanings, or
adjustments necessary.
The forklifts are checked daily by the
operators and annually are serviced by the
manufacturer's service representative. Each
of the drivers have attended a certification
Class by the forklift distributor and will
attend any refresher courses required.
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VI.
Detection, Monitoring, or Automatic Control Systems
'A. Primarily, the detection and-monitoring system is
facilitated by the uSe of a flotation device placed
down in the drum approximately 6 inches below the
top of the drum." The flotation device, usually
cork or rubber, is attached to a wire that forms a
triangle which is placed on the top.of the bung
opening. As the liquid contacts the.flotation
device, the liquid is swirling, the triangle will
move around noticeably and the employee shuts off
the valve stopping the flow of sulfuric acid into
thedrum.
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Secondarily, the detection and monitoring system
is facilitated by the use of a stand-by person as
an integral part of the procedure. The truck
driver is also used in this capacity.
There is not an automatic control device applicable
in'the offloading procedures used by Argo Chemical.
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VII. PropoSed Risk Red¢ction Measures
A', Written Operating Procedures
All employees are trained in the offloading
procedures as part of the orientation and
on-going-safety program.
Ail employees involved and the truck driver
conduct a safety meeting prior to offloading
the liquidl This helps to ensure a safe and
efficient offloading occurs.
The safety program applies to sulfuric acid
and chlorine gas.
B. Increased Inspections
An inspection is completed after each
unloading by the Safety Director. A review of
the procedures is part of the agenda of the
Safety Committee.
A review by'a safety consultant is completed
once a year to ensure the. validity and
efficiency of the program.
Labeling
1.
:Labeling and warning signs are an effective
means-of communicating hazards to new
employees and/or visitors to the facility.
Emergency responders will need to know the
contents and types of materials present'at the
facility.
Argo Chemical meets the guidelines for the
appropriate Right-to-Know laws·
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Safety & Training Program
Employees will receive training under the
safety program. Program is described in
Section XI.
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Release prevention and emergency response
training will .reduce the risk of releases and
minimize the consequences of releases
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Fire Prevention Plan
Employee safety training
Housekeeping practices to remove combustible
materials
Fire extinguishers
"No Smoking" signs are posted where
appropriate
Reduction of Consequence to Neighboring Homes or
Businesses
1. Because of the low vapor pressure (< lmmHg @
100 degrees F), there is a negligible risk to
neighboring homes and businesses.
To lessen any chance, .only qualified-and
trained employees, are authorized to assist in
the offloading of the sulfuric acid. The
release of any sulfuric acid would be retained
in the containment basin and would be
neutralized by soda ashland plenty of wa'teri.~
Essentially no atmospheric dispersion occurs
for unheated sulfuric acid as the ARCHtE air
dispersion model depicts (the referenced model
is located in the appendices).
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VIII. Emergency Plans
Argo Chemical has reviewed the Cai-OSHA-standards
(CCR, Title 8, SeCtions 3220 and 3221), and has
implemented the required emergency action and'fire
prevention measures.
General evacuation procedures are to be' used
whenever there is an emergency situation occur.
All employees and visitors-to the facility are to
cooperate and comply with the evacuation procedures
and go to the designated check-in area.
The specific steps are in the emergency plan
located in the appendix of this document.
D. Fire and/or Earthquake
Use water spray only to keep fire-exposed
container cool. Do not use a solid water
stream near ruptured container.
Significant Spills
'3.
Cleanup procedures for a sulfuric acid release
will mitigate the'effects of the release.
a. Sulfuric acid is soluble in water at all
proportions
b. Soda ash (1:1 ratio) and lime (2:1 rKtio)
will neutralize sulfuric acid
c. Dilute with plenty of water
d. During a release, the Safety Director
will attempt to stop the leak, if
possible in a safe manner
e. The in-house vacuum pump will not be used"
for these spilIs
During the neutral'ization phase of the
cleanup, water should be sprayed in a heavy
mist rather than a steady stream. The asphalt
in the unloading area is bermed and slOped to
troughs which run to the containment basin.
The containment basin will hold 5000 gallons
of liquid. This should be enough to allow
cleanup procedures to begin.
There is usually 10 pallets of soda ash and 4
pallets of lime in stock at all times
(1 pallet = 2400 lbs.)
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In all emergency situations, the Safety Director
will follow the procedures outlined in the
Emergency-Plan. Since all of the employees are
aware of the Emergency Plan, anyone may start the
evacuation procedures to begin. The Safety
Director and. the managers.are the on!'y ones
authorized to. call in a cleanup contractor.
Emergency Responders
When a reportable release occurs, the
following people need to be notified
immediately:
'a. Bakersfield-City Fire Department
Hazardous Materials Division
Telephone (-805) 326-3979
b. California Office of Emergency Services
Telephone (800) 852-7550
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IX.
Auditing Programs
'The purpose of the auditing system is to ensure the
sulfuric acid procedures are operating and
maintained in a manner that provides the minimum
risk to employees, the general public, the
environment, 'and the public safety.
B. Other goals of the auditing system are:
Pinpoint actual and potential safety.hazards
due to design~, location, operation, and
maintenance of the sulfuric acid processes.
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Provide a means of Objectively defining needs
for fiPgiading and modifying.
Provide a means of objectively assessing and
documenting plant safety.
4. Provide' feedback on safety issues.
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The Argo Chemical sulfuric acid audit will be done
on a yearly basis and will be an integral part of
the Argo Safety Committee agenda. After each
unloading, the Safety Director inspects the safety
equipment to verify it functioned properly and was
cleaned and stored.' All of the safety equipment is
inspected monthly as part of.the audit system.
This form is listed in the appendix.
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Inspection Program
An inspection program is necessary for the
asseSsment of hazards present in the facil!.ty
duri'ng the offloading process. The person
responsible must be familiar with the process and
procedures being scrutinized. Hazards,
deficiencies, unusual observations or occurrences
must be recognized and recorded during the
inspection. Potential hazards identified through.
the inspection will be assessed and assigned
priorities for correction. Action will then be
taken to reduce the risk presented by the
identified hazards according to the prioritization
completed.
The Safety Director is responsible for inspecting
the facility during the offloading and transporting
of the sulfuric acid.
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The inspection mechanism is an on-going process
used after each unloading of the sulfuric acid
takes place.
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A monthly inspection by a qualified employee.
assures that all of the safety equipment is
functioning properly and ready for use.
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Annually a consultant will inspect the safety
.equipment, auditing system, .offloading procedures,
and all phases of the safety program at ARGO.
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XI.
RMPP
A.
Implementation
Personnel ReSponsible for RMPP Implementation
1. The title of each 'person responsible for RMPP
implementation duties are listed below, along
with their .respective responsibilities:
Title
RMPP Implementation
Responsibilities
Operating Manager
Safety Director
All Employees
Supervise audits, inspections,
and recordkeeping, responsible
for RMPP implementation
Supervise operating and
maintenance training, emergency
response training, inventory
control and labeling
Complete emergency response.and
evacuation training
B. Implementation Schedule
Pro~ram
Inspection Program
Sulfuric Acid Audit
RMPP Recordkeeping
Safe Operating ProcedUres
Training
Evacuation Training
Emergency Response Training
Labeling
Respiratory
Elimination
CYlinder
Training
of' Full Chlorine
Storage
Date
of Full
On-Going
July 1992
July 1992
May 1992
Implementation
April 1992
July 1992
On-Going
August 1992
January 1993
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Training Program for R~PP
implementation
The R~PP training Program must ensure that
standard operating procedures are easily
understood by all affected employees.
Training should be able~t° provide a
continuity of safety despite employee turnover
or changes in personnel. Training ensures
that programs and plans will work effectively
as designed when they are utilized.
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XII. RMPP Recordkeeping
B.
Recordkeeping, required by RMPP legislation.
( Chapter 6.95, Section 25534), ensures that the
RMPP programs are implemented and maintained.
Accident Reports
Documentation of accidents is necessary to
prevent reoccurrence. This is a means of
identifying potential hazards, though, not the
most efficient method. Argo Chemical's safety
program would rather be pro-active than
reactive.
Training records
Training records will be kept to ensure that
each employee receives required training. All
employees must be trained in evacuation
procedures, emergency response, and handling
of the AHM. Affected employees need more
specific training in the offloading and.
handling procedures associated with the
sulfuric acid.
D~ Audit Records
The audit records are necessary to ensure that
.the operating , maintenance, and training
procedures and programs are providing, the
minimum risk to the employees, the general
public, the environment, and the public
safety. By using the audit records, effective
assessment and evaluation processes can
initiated.
This is also'an opportunity for the Argo
Chemical and the AA to evaluate the
effectiveness of the entire program.
Inspection Records
Inspection records should be made on a regular
basis to ensure that appropriate safety
features are operational. The results-of all
inspections are analyzed to identify
deviations from safe operations and to
Supplement safety audits.
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Safety Meetings
Warehouseman and truck drivers, those
employees involved in the unloading of the
sulfuric acid, have safety meetings every 10
working days ~nd before EACH load of acid is
unloaded.
Management, salespeople, and office personnel
not directly involved with the unloading of
the acid. have safety meetings every'quarter
and are aware of the unloading process.
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RMPP--Hazard Identification
.The Risk Management and Prevention Program of Argo
Chemical is designed to evaluate the facility in handling
Acutely Hazardous Material's (AHM) identified by the
Administering Agency, minimize any releases of AHM, and'to
protect public health and safety and the environment from
releases that do'occur. The main emphasis of the RMPP is on
total system safety and reliability. The RMPP has been
developed for the risks and risk environment at the Argo
Chemical facility at 100 Quantico Ave., Bakersfield,
California. The AHM (Acutely Hazardous Materials) identified
by theAdministering Agency (AA) are concentrated sulfuric
acid and chlorine Sas.. The chlorine sas requirement for the
RMPP has been substantially reduced in response to the
modifications previously discussed with the AA. The first
phase of the RMPP, hazard identification, will address only
the concentrated sulfuric acid.
The purpose of the hazard identification is to identify
possible accidents, releases, and spills of the AHM. The
procedural recommendations for development of the hazard and
operability studies are based on those set forth in the. 19.85
Guidelines for Chemical Hazard Evaluation Procedures prepared.
by the Center for Chemical Process Safety of the American
'Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE). The "What-if"
and Human Error analyses are being used for this pro.cess.
This hazard identification process is for concentrated
sulfuric acid
Sulfuric acid is a highly corrosive, clear, colorless to
Cloudy liquid. Sulfuric acid causes severe burns or
irritation on skin contact. If ingested, can cause
irritation and severe burns to throat, mouth, and stomach.
Inhalation of fumes or mists can cause irritation or
corrosive burns to the upper respiratory system. Long-term
exposure to high levels··of acid fumes may cause erosion of
teeth followed by jaw necrosis, bronchial irritation,
coughing, and bronchial pneumonia, or gastrointestinai
disturbances.
Sulfuric acid is not flammable but highly reactive and
capable of igniting f-inely divided combustible materials on
contact. Reacts violently with water and organic materials
with evOlutioq...of heat. Extremely hazardous in contact with
many materials, particularly carbides, chlorates, fulminates,
nitrates, pictrates, powdered metals and other combustibles.
Attacks many metals, releasing hydrogen.
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The physical data for concentrated sulfuric acid, or oil
of vitriol, is it contains approximately 93.2% by weight of
H2SO4 by weight (CAS No. 7664-93'9). T. he OSHA P£L is lmg/M3
and the ACGIH TLV is lmg/M3. The. reportable quantity is 1000
lb./454 kg. Sulfuric acid is subject to the reporting
requirements' of section 313 of Title III of t.he Superfund
Amendments and Authorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR part 372.
The molecular weight is 98.08, boiling point is 529 degrees F
approx., and the melting point is -20 degrees' @93% and 30
degrees @ 98%. Specific gravity is 1.835-1.844, vapor
density is 3.4, and vapor pressure for 78% - 100% is less
than 1 mmHg @ 100 degrees F. Sulfuric acid has complete
Solubility in water.
Personal protective equipment should be worn at all
times when handling this material. At A~go Chemical,
employees who handle this material are trained in handling
concentrated sulfuric acid by the Safety Director. An MSDS
is discussed prior to handling. During the unloading of the
concentrated sulfuric acid, each employee is wearing full
protective suits, rubber'gloves, headgear with face shield
and goggles. These are the safety instructions required of
all employees handling this material.
Sulfuric acid should be protected from physical damage..
Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from combustibles
and reactive chemicals. Keep containers in upright pos'ition.
If a leak or spill occurs, dilute small leaks cautiously with
plenty of water. Neutralize with alkali such as soda ash or
lime. Adequate ventilation is required for soda ash
NEUTRALIZATION due to release of CO2 gas. Major spills must
be diked and neutralized with soda ash. Do not wash into .
storm or Sanitary sewer system. Disposal of sulfuric acid is
subject .to Federal, State and local regulations.
· Concentrated sulfuric acid is EPA hazardous'waste No. D002
(corrosive) if discarded.
At Argo. Chemical concentrated sulfuric acid is
transported to the Bakersfield facility by tanker truck.
There is appr'oximately one load delivered each month from the
supplier. The Supplier generally uses their own chemical
truck or provides another transport vehicle. Argo Chemical
requests gravity-flow, bottom dump transport tanker trucks to
deliver the material to their facility. This facilitates
less pressure on the discharge hose. E~g.h_~load.is
appr0~imately...3.000 gallons and is_deli'vered..at 6.:O0'AM when
~"'~emp~rature is cooler and it is safer to deliver.
........ · -Each of the emplOyees dnloading the material are wearing
acid_resistant protective Suits, rubber gloves and boots,
safety face shields and goggles. The employees are required
to review the MSDS before unloading the material. This is
accomplished by having a safety meeting before the material
is unloaded to review all"the pertinent safety information
and Company safety rules. The Safety Director conducts the
meeting.
ARGO CHEMICAL
In identifying the hazards associated with concentrated
sulfuric acid, the release and spill of the material is of
primary concern. Since sulfuric acid has a minimal risk of
exposure from fumes and gas, due.to the vapor pressure of <1
mmHg @ 100 degrees F., the primary' concern is from the
liquid. The liquid presents a hazard to the employees when
unloading the material from the truck. When the truck is
being unloaded, there are various ways that a release of the
chemical could occur.
The procedures for the unloading of the truck are part
of the safety program at Argo Chemical.. When the bottom-dump
tanker truck pulls into the facility, it is intentionally
planned for 6:00 AM to lessen the effect of the heat on the
chemical. The truck driver is required to stay by the
discharge valve at the bottom of the tanker. The driver is
required to wear personal protective equipment as are the
employees unloading the material.
The truck provides a fifteen (15) foot hose, two (2)
inches in diameter, which is manufactured for sulfuric acid
use. At the end of the acid unloading hose is a stainless
steel ball valve to regulate the amount of liquid being
dispensed. An Argo employee handles the hose at the ball
valve to regulate the flow and to. shut off when'the
individual drums reach the desired amount. Another employee
helps this individual move the hose from a position of'five
(5) feet up-stream of the ball valve at the discharge end of
the hose. This individual is responsible for the majority of
the actual lifting and moving of the hose. This allows the
employee handling the valve at the end of the hose to direct
his attention to the unloading of the material. Both of
these employees are wearing full acid-resistant pants and
jackets, rubber gloves, rubber boots, hard hat with full face
shield and chemical goggles to facilitate the safety of the
people involved.
A third employee is. strictly a stand-by, watching the
operation from a safe distance. This employee is responsible
for observing the operation for any splits or ruptures in the
hose, drums or leaks from the valves. He is capable of
notifying the driver to shut-off the main discharge valve at
the tanker.
There is a fourth employee that removes the full drums
after sealing the drum-by inserting the bung. This employee
also brings in empty drums to be filled. The drums are
loaded on a pallet before they are filled. After the drums
are filled and sealed, they are then banded together and
removed by forklift to the storage area. The third and
fourth employees are also wearing the appropriate personal
protective equipment as the two employees handling~the
discharge hose. Each of the employees will take. a turn at
each of the tasks involved in unloading the tanker truck to
gain the necessary knowledge of identifying any areas where
there could be possible hazards and for job awareness.
ARGO CHEMICAL
The employees take a break after six drums are filled,
generally, but sooner if warranted for 'safety. All of the
unloading procedures are done outside of the warehouse, to
the south of the facility, to allow more access for the
forklift. This also is near the access to the spill
containment basin.
At Argo Chemical sulfuric acid is not dispensed in any
mixing or blending operations. The operations are limited to
filling of the. barrels, storage and delivery to the clients.
The concentration of the liquid remains constant with the
delivered proportion.
The.hazards identified with the equipment during the
unloading procedures are:
I. Main discharge valve
3.
4.
5.
Chemical hose (2")
Ball valve at the end of the discharge hose
Poly-drum used for the sulfuric acid
Forklift .
The hazards associated with human error during the
unloading procedures are:
1. Failure to manipulate the valves
Failure to observe a hazard by stand-by
Overfilling the drums
4.. Poor forklift oPeration
There are hazards associated with the storage and
delivery of the concentrated 'sulfuric acid. Duri'ng the
normal storage time of the liquid, on pallets in poly-drums
specifically for acid use, the drums are sealed and stored
outside the warehouse. The material is loaded on the flatbed
trucks by forklift for delivery to the customers. The drums
are unloaded by'customer., if they have their own forklift, or
by drum doily. The Argo truck drivers are trained and
certified in the use of forklifts. They have a MSDS in their
trucks for concentrated sulfuric acid on all deliveries.
They are required to.wear a hardhat with face shield,
chemical goggles, rubber gloves and rubber boots. It is not
required to wear the acid-resistant suits unless there is a
spill or leak. During the loading and/or unloading of the
poly-drums of concentrated sulfuric acid, there is the chance
.of forklift operator error. The forklift fork could strike
the.side of the drum. The drums are manufactured to absorb
this type of operational error. The. drums are inspected and
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certified by the manufacturer periodically.
The hazard of the c'rushed nutshells, identified in an
earlier correspondence, being stored adjacent to the sulfuric
acid has been..alleviated by removing the hazard to a safer
location on the northwest side of the property. This should
remove the possible chance of combustion between the
nutshel'ls and the sulfuric acid ~in the case of a spill or
release. '-
'' In the. eVent-of a natural disaster, as identified in the
Emergency Action Plan, the procedures would be the same for
sulfuric acid. The main emphasis would be placed on
earthquake and fire emergency scenarios. In the case of an
earthquake, there wOuld be minimal damage to the poly-drums
of sulfuric'acid. The drums are banded together on pallets
and they have enough flexibility to endure a major
earthquake. The employees would call 911 and evacuate the
area and allow the emergency responders to assess the damage
and plan an appropriate course of action. In the event that
an immediate response was not possibl'e, ihe Safety Director
and the management would assess the situation and attempt to
minimize any immediately dangerous situation until'the
emergency personnel could-arrive at the facility.
In the event .of a fire at the Argo facility, 911 Would-
be initiated and the area would be evacuated in the proximity
of Ihe fire..' Argo's emergency action plan woUld be
initiated. Water is located at various locations at the
facility, inside and outside the warehouse. The drums of
~sulfuric acid are approx, sixty (60) feet from the warehouse
and one hundred twenty (120) feet from the stor'ed flammables.
Water would be sprayed on the drums of sulfuric acid to
minimize the effect of the heat on the sulfuric acid.
'.The response time of the Virginia Ave. Fire st'ation has been
very short and this should minimize most of the catastrophic
situations which may occur.
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RMPP--Risk and. Consequence Analysis
The Risk` Management'and Prevention Program of Ar$o
Chemical is designed to evaluate the facility in handling
Acutely Hazardous Mat. erials (AHM) identified by the
Administering Agency (AA), minimize.any releases of AHM, and
to protect public health and safety and the environment.from
releases that do occur. The main emphasis of the RMPP is on
total system safety and reliability. The RMPP has been
developed for the risks and risk environment at the Argo
Chemical facility at 100 Quantico Ave., Bakersfield,
California. The AHM identified by the AA .are concentrated
sulfuric acid and chlorine gas. The chlorine gas requirement
for the RMPP has been substantially reduced in response to
the modifications previously discussed with the AA. The risk
and consequence analysis, as the hazard identification did,
will address only the concentrated sulfuric acid.
The purpose of the risk and consequence analysis'is to
examine and/or prioritize potential accidents in terms of
their probability of occurrence, to evaluate the consequences
and impacts associated with the occurrence of the accidents,
and to combine these results to provide a measure of overalt
risk associated with the accident scenarios being studied..
The risk and consequence analysis permits examination and/or
prioritization of accident scenarios in terms of overall
"risk".
The hazard identification process identified various
hazards'associated with equipment failure and human error
during the unloading and handling of the concentrated
sulfuric acid. The'hazards identified with equipment failure
during the unloading procedures are:
I. Main discharge valve
2. Chemical Hose
3. Ball valve at the end of the discharge hose
4. Poly-drum used for storage of sulfuric acid
5. Forklift
The hazards associated with human error during the
unloading procedures are:
1 Failure to manipulate the valves
2. Failure to Observe a haZard by stand-by Observer
3. Overfilling the drums
Poor forklift operation
ARGO.CHEMICAL
Probabil'istic assessment of accident potential can
provide a good idea of the.likelihood that a potential
accident will actually take place. At Argo Chemical we have
looked-at the hiStorical accident data to develop a safety
and heal'th program which has addressed many of these
scenarios a few years ago. Assessing the hazards associated
with equipment failure in the unloading of the concentrated
sulfuric acid assisted in the safety guidelines used to
unload the AHM. Initially , the AHM was unloaded by
pressurizing the tanker truck and pumpi'ng the concentrated
sulfuric'acid into poly,drums with 5-15 lbs. of pressure;
This process unloaded the tanker substantially quicker, yet
proved to be more hazardous to the employees unl.oading'the
AHM. Because of this, Argo Chemical decided to .request
gravi, ty'~flow, bottom dump transport vehicl.es. This "new"
procedure exposes the workers longer to the concentrated
.sulfuric acid, yet in a less hazardous environment. There
were .procedures developed to alleviate the time spent
actually exposed to the sulfuric acid while unloading. More
employees were used to unload the AHM and training became an'
integral part of-the'unloading process.
- Acid releases from the tanker could be a maximum of 3000
gallons if the dr. iver could not manipulate the discharge
valve on the tanker outlet. An acid release from the fifteen
feet hose woulfl conStitute 40 gallons and could be
neutralized by soda ash and diluted With water. Any ..
reportable release of sulfuric acid, that could be diked,
would be. washed into the concrete containment basin that has
a capacity of 4500 gallons. The appropriate agencies would
be contacted and disposal procedures wouild be initiated with
the consultation of the agencies responding.
The ARCHIE program was used to assess the vapor
dispersion and fire impacts associated with releases of
concentrated sulfuric acid into the environment, specifically
the ARGO Chemical facility. The explosion impacts were not
applicable to sulfuric acid. The results of the model are in
the appendix of this document.
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Attachment' 1
RISK ANALYSIS MATRIX
LOW MEDIUM HIGH
Severity of.-'Consequences Due to AHM
Combinations of Conclusions
From Risk Analysis that
Identify Situations-of Major
Concern
Combinations that Identify
Situations of Considerable
Concern
Combinations of Concern
Which may Require Planning
for Cr6dible Events
Release
(From RMPP Guidance for the PreParation of a Risk Management and Prevention prOgram, November,
1989, California Office of Emergency Services.)
LOW:
MEDIUM:
HIGH:
QUALITATIVE DEFINITIONS OF PROBABILITY OF OCCURRENCE :
Probability of occurrence considered unlikely during thc expected lifetime of the facility assuming
normal operation and maintenance.
Probability of occurrence considered possible during the expected lifetime of thc facility.
Probability of occurrence considered sufficiently high to .assume event will occur during the
expected lifetime of thc facility
LOW:
MEDIUM:
HIGH:
.DEFINITIONS OF SEVERITY OF CONSEQUENCES TO PEOPLE
Chemical is expected to move into thc surrounding environment in negligible concentrations.
Injuries expected only for exposure over extended periods or when individual personal health
conditions create complications. ,
Chemical is expected to move into thc surrounding environment in concentrati°ns sufficient to
cause serious injuries and/or deaths unless prompt and cffcctive corrective action is taken. Death
and/or injuries expected Only for cxpbsurc over extended periods or when individual pc~rsonal
health conditions created complications.
Chemical is expected to move into thc surrounding environment in concentrations sufficient to
cause serious injuries and/or dcaths upon exposure. Large numbers of pc.opic expected to bc
affected.
(From the EPA Technical Guidance for Hazard Analysis, 1987)
ARGOCHEMICAL
Assessing the-various accident scenarios'which may take
place during un'loading, with respect to equipment failure,
and the consequences assOciated with each of the individual
areas of concern is of primary.concern to Argo Chemical.
Using the "What-if" approach.to address the aforementioned
equipment failures:
What-if
Main discharge valve
closed or clogged
Main discharge valve
will not close
Chemical hose leaks
Ball valve closed
or clogged
Ball valve will not
close
Poly-drum leaks
Forklift malfunctions
Risk Analysis
Consequence
Product will not-
discharge
Product'will.'discharge
Product will disCharge
Product will not
discharge
Product will discharge
Product will spill
Product may Spill
Probabi 1 ity
Low '
I
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I
I
Low
,
I
Low '
,
I
I
Low '
I
Low '
I
,
I.
Low '
,
I
Low '
Assessing the various scenarios individually, the main
discharge valve is checked before and after each load is
delivered by the supplier. Also, with the new regulations
and much-needed emphasis on chemical safety, the trucks are
being equipped with an internal pneumatic shut-off valve
which helps to mitigate a catastrophic spill. The hoses and
ball valves are also checked before and after eaCh load by
the supplier,and again here at ARGO by the Safety Director.
With new technology concerning poly-drums, they are made
safer. When we complete a drum the bung is inserted in the
drum and the six full drums are banded before being moved.
The forklift is maintained on a daily basis by ARGO's
employees and periodically by the manufacturer's service
representative.
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Analyzing each of the consequences, on-site and
off-site, produces the following results:
I
I
I
I
What-if
Main discharge.valve
closed or clogged
Main discharge valve
will not close
Chemical hose leaks
Bal'l valve closed
or clogged
Ball valve wil,1 not
close
Poly-drum leaks
Forklift malfunctions
On-Site
Consequence
Low
Medium
Low
Low
Low
Low
Low
Off-S te
Consequence
Low!
Medium
Low
Low
Low
Low
Low
Since sulfuric acid has a very low vapor pressure (0.004
mmHg @ 68 degrees F), there is negligible voltility and
therefore a low rating for the on-site and off-site
consequences, With the safety programs of ARGO Chemical.and
their respective supPliers; SoCal Trucking and Scholle Corp.
for the sulfuric acid, Waymire Drum for 'the poly-drUms and
PowerLift for the forklift, and the "new" strength of the
chemical safety legislation and laws, there is reason to
state that is unlikely an equipment failure would occur.
In'the case of a major spill at the facility, where
the possibility of fillin~ the containment basin would exist,
Argo has a sump pump that would remove excess precipitation
from the secondary containment basin. Also, the spill would
be diked immediately to allow flow into the containment basin
without the need for excess water. As the Archie program
depicts, a 25,000 sq. f.t. evaporation pool size would include
the paved surface and the containment basin. The appropriate
agencies would assist in the cleanup and disposal of the
spilled liquid. Furthermore, as the ARCHIE model predicts
dispersion distances that do not exceed Argo's property line,
a vulnerability zone diagram will not be necessary.
ARGO CHEMICAI,
Addressing the hazards associated with human error by
usi~,,' the "What-if" a~o' ~n- a~h ,,:ith the human erro~~ technique
~o analyze the inherent hazards during t'he unloading of the
concentrated sulfuric acid produces the following results:
Wh'a t-i f
Failure to manipulate
the valves
'Failure to observe
by stand-by
Overfilling the
d I' il Ill ~
Poor forklift
opera t ion
Cons eqllence
Product will not
discharge
Product will discharge
Product will discharge
Product wilt spill
from drum
Probabi 1 i
Low
Low
Med i um
Low
Becuse of ARGO's training program and new unloading
procedures, ~v'hict~. were mentioned-in the RMPP section of this
document, there is justification to state that it is unlikely
a ~,pii!.l wi-Il occur b:~cause of' human error. [['he pre-unloading
safety meeting which identifies and reviews all of' the tasks
involved and the hazard:--, associated with each, should greatly
mitigate any human error during the unloading phase.
Secondly, thc tr~in[ng of the emp!c, yees in the hazards
associated with sulfuric acid, reviewing the MSDS, having
morc frcquent breaks az, deemed nece:.,sary, and the use of the
personal protective wear also helps reduce the chance of a
spi I 1,
ARGO CHEMICAL;!}~
Analyzing each of the consequences, on-site and
off-site, produces the following results:
What-if
Failure tc: manipulate
the valves
Failure to observe
bi' stand-by
Overfill. ins the
drums
Poor forklift
epera t ien
On-Site
Coils equence
L o w '..
Low
Off-Site
Consequence
Low
Low
Med i um
Low
Lo w
Low
I
1
l
+
Sulfuric acid has a very low vapor pressure (0.004 mmHg
no a~mospheric dispersion occurs for unheated sulfuric acid.
Sulfuric acid is soluble in water in ail proportions. If
sulfuric acid is spilled, it is neutralized with soda ash and
diluted with plenty of wa~er. The on-site and off-site
consequences wout~ '¢,~ minimal and ne~"i*ible respectively
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An effective training program can alleviate many of the
problems associated with human error failure. A safety
meeting prior to the.unloading process identifies these
hazards and alerts the employees to the consequences
associat'ed with the hazards. The Safety Director informs
each of the employees involved with the unloading process of
their respective duties initially. Each of the tasks
will be performed by all of the employees involved. The
truck driver is notified of his duties and responsibilities.
The employees are rotated through ail of the jobs to offset
any loss of. concentration .due to the repetitiveness of the
task. The MSDS is covered during the safety.meeting by the
Safety Director. At Argo Chemical, we are confident these
safety meetings help. insure the safety of our employees.
Breaks taken by the personnel.involved are initiated-by any
-person feeling a break is needed for safety reasons. The
Safety Director is in the area during the unloading to insure
every detail is being covered.
An on-going maintenance and trai.ning program are
integral components of an effective safety program. All of
our employees are trained in the use of a forklift by a
certified instructor. The forklifts are serviced regul, arly
and inspected prior to use daily. Each of the employees are
trained in CPR/ First Aid and in-the use of the various'
respirators used on our site. The training program is
essential to our business, as the safety of our employees is
our main concern and priority.
The probability of a sulfuric acid'release due to human
error was found to be minimal. The supervised transfer of
the liquid from the tanker to the drums and the safety
procedures reduced the risk of a release or spill.
Qualified, well-trained personnel also reduced the risk of
human errors in normal, maintenance, and emergency operations
at the Argo Chemical facility. It must be realized, however,
that the most frequent'types of spills or discharges have
.relatively minor consequences, and that more serious
accidents will generally have lower probabilities of'
occurrence. In summary, the probability of a major or minor
§pill or r'elease of' sulfUric acid at Argo Chemical's facility
would be minimal.~-.The severity of consequences from a
sulfuric acid rTl-ease or spill are expected to be low.
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EMERGENCY ACTION.PLAN
our Emergency Action Plan has been designed to ensure employee
safety'in the event of a major disaster. The Safety Director
shall.review all aspects of this plan at least once each year,
and shall ensure that the plan has been properly communicated to
all employees.
Further, all aspects of our plan shall be reviewed periodically
by the Safety Committee, who shall make necessary revisions,
additions, and deletions a.s needed.
Our current Emergency Action Plan encompass the following
elements:
1 Fire
2 Earthquake
3 Facility Damage
4 Flooding
5 Vapor Release / Substance Spill
6 Transportation or Equipment Accident
7 Any Immediate Danger to Safety and Health
Any changes'made to the overall plan or to any element of the'
plan shall be posted on the Company "safety board" for a period
of thirty (30) days and discussed at all safety meetings.
ARGO CHEMICAL
Facili'ty Evacuation Procedures
In the' event of an emergency that requires 'an evacuation, basic
procedures need to be followed at all times:
1. The Safety'Director, .Tim Quinn, is responsible to
initiate the evacuation pro.cedures.
2. Call 911 as sOon as. possible, from the facility, if
safely able to, or from the designated check-in
location.
3~
Under normal conditions, the chain of authority for
purposes.of .initiating an evacuation are:
a. Safety. Director, Tim Quinn
b. owners, Steve Schmedding or Mark Rodgers
c. Any employee aware of the need
Circumstances requiring an evacuation include, but are
not limited to:
a. Fire/smoke
b. Flood
Earthquake
Toxic (Chemical) spill; gases, fumes, etc.
Explosion
Structural damage
Any immediate danger to health and safety
Onca a decision has been made to order an evacuation,
every possible means may be used to announce the
initiation of 'the "company evacuation procedure". This
includes, but is not limited to:
a. Public address system (phone)
b. Portable/stationary radio system
Audible/electronic alarm system
Person-to-person/word of mouth
Any other means available
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ARGO CHEMICAL
During an evac'uation, al'l persons~on company property
and/or within company facilities are to cooperate and
comply immediately·
Persons outside the facility-are to remain
outside the structures, and are to assemble in
.the designated check-in area.
Persons inside the facility are to leave the
premises, without delay, by using the nearest
available exit, or a safe alternate exit
(posted near each lobby and work area is an
exit.plan).
All employees are to leave the facilities in a
calm and orderly manner,' and once outside, they
are to assemble in the designated check-in
area.
The designated check-in area will be in the
front of the property (Quantico Ave. side), at
the NE corner. If that location is not safe,
the alternate check'in area will be the SE
corner of the property.
The supervisory staff will be responsible for recording
the number of employees present and report this
information to the Safety Directors.
a.. .Steve Schmedding .... warehouse personnel
b. Mark Rodgers
marketing-personnel
c. -Faye Tillman office personnel
Once all employee counts have been received, and if
that count fails to correspond to the number of
employees on duty. a roll call shall be initiated to
identify those missing. Every attempt shall be made to
ascertain the last known location of Person(s) not
accounted for.
This information shall be relayed to the Safety
Director, Tim Quinn, so that rescue operations can be
initiated at the earliest possible opportunity. Rescue
operations will ONLY be initiated with the help of the
responding, local authorities.
If injured persons have been identified on-site, first
aid shall be administered by a certified first-aid
employee awaiting the arrival of outside emergency
services.
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11.
If all personnel have been accounted for and no
injur'ies exist, the Safety Director shall survey the
situation, evaluate the circumstances,'and prioritize
the actions to be taken, with a focus on CONTROL-
CONTAINMENT-CONFINEMENT!!
12.
Re-entry into the facility will not be authorized until
approved by local authorities and/or Safety Director.
13.
KeeP.main entrances to the work area clear of people so
that emergency vehicles will have quicker access to the
emergency. .
'14.
The Safety Director will be responsible for assuring
that the water, gas and electrical main shut-offs are
closed and any other potential hazards are shut off or
neutralized, .if safely possible. Do not allow
untrained employees to participate in the control of
the emergency.
The following is additional information for specific disasters
and/or'emergencies: -
EARTHQUAKE:
The actual movement of the ground in an earthquake is seldom
the direct cause of injury or death. Most casualties result
from. falling objects and debris , such as falling plaster or
steel and-flying glass. If indoors, stay away from windows
and get under a table, desk or stand in a corner. If
outdoors, move to an open area away from buildings, trees,
walls, and powerlines. If. driving, stop and stay in your
vehicle until the shaking stops. Avoid stopping near trees,
powerlines and overpasses. Also, be aware there will be
after-shocks as nearly as powerful as the original quake.
FLOODING:
If a workplace becomes flooded, move to higher ground. If
outside, do not try to drive through a flooded area. If
inside,.turn off all electrical equipment and evacuate the
facility to higher'ground.-
FACILITY STRUCTURAL DAMAGE:
Structural damage may rupture a gas line or Shut off
electrical power. ~If inside, evacuate the structure
immediately AWAY from the damage. If outside, do not enter
the damaged facility. If driving near the structure, pull
over and stop. Turn off your engine, and evacuate the area.
Remember to inform the Safety Director of the damage and any
potenfial hazards near the structural damage.
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FIRE:
· When a threat of fire occurs in any situation, evacuate to
the designated check-in area. If inside a facility that is
in flames move to the nearest exit to evacuate the area. If
an employee becomes engulfed in flames DO NOT LET THEM RUN,
lay'them down on the ~floor .or ground and wrap them in a
jacket, fire blanket, throw rug, etc., and roll them on the
surface to ext'inguish the flames. If an employee suffers
burns, protect the area from contamination and keep them
calm. There should be a certified first aid employee at the
workplace that can assume the responsibilties for the care
of the burned person until emergency personnel arive. Do
not move the injured employee unless there is a threat of
danger. .Again, contact the Safety Director or other
authorized supervisory personnel to begin the company
emergency procedures.
TOXIC (CHEMICAL) SPILL OR RELEASE: GASES, FUMES, ETC.
Early detection is crucial with a vapor release. The area
is to be evacuated and evacuation.procedures initiated
immediately. Identify the chemical, contact the local~
authorities, and consult the appropriate MSDS to become
aware of the characteristics of the chemical. Do not
attempt controlling the release without being trained and
consulting the MSDS sheet. Shut off the source of the leak
and evacuate downwind of the release. Do not attempt to
dike, spray, or. sweep up a spill without being trained and
consulting the appropriate MSDS sheet. · A substance spill
requires specialized training for any form of control. Shut
· off the source.of the spill, if possible, and evacuate
downwind of the spill.
TRANSPORTATION OR EQUIPMENT ACCIDENT:
During a transportation accident the engine is to turned off
and the vehlcle evacuated. If an employee becomes trapped
inside or underneath a'vehicle or piece of equipment, the
supervisor is to stay with the trapped employee and to send
another employee to call the Safety Director to contact the'
local authorities of the accident.
if an accident occurs during the operation of a machine, the
main Power switch to that piece of equipment is to'be shut
off immediately. All employees not involved in the accident
are to be evacuated from the area. The supervisor is to
'stay with the employee and send another employee to contact
-the Safety Director. The Safety Director will contact the
authorities and begin evacuation procedures for that area.
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FACILITY DISASTER PROCEDURES
'We recognize the possibility that a natural or man made disaster
could occur at any time, with or without warning. We also
recognize that a disaster may be so catastrophic that damage may
occur to utilities, communication lines and transportation
routes. Furthermore, the demand for emergency services (police-
fire-medical-etc.) may be so overwhelming.that we may have to
temporarily provide essential services ourselves.
While our primary concern shall be for the safety and well-being
of our own employees, if we are fortunate enough to receive
outside aid in any.form, we shall accept it graciously and
cooperate with regulatory and emergency service agencies
completely. This includes, but is not limited to, assisting and
supporting:
Law enforcement personnel
2 Fire department personnel
3 Local and state government agencies
4 Ambulance, paramedic and medical personnel
5 Water, gas and electric company personnel
6 'CAL/OSHA, RCRA, NIOSH, or EPA officials and personnel
7 Red Cross personnel
8 Any 'ot'hers providing assistance
To'the degree possible, the Safety Director shall be responsible
for coordinating the response of emergency personnel from outside
the facility. Other employees shall assume full responsibility
for performing emergency assignments to the best of their
ability, considering the existing circumstances.
The' Safety Director, with-help and support from supervisory
staff, shall first attempt to establish an emergency control
center from which to organize operations, collect data and
otherwise direct'essential activi'ties on a priority basis. While
the following'list is a suggested guideline, the Safety Director
will have the full authority for establishing his own priorities.
/
I. Evaluate the overall situation as quickly as possible.
2. Implement a facility evacuation, if appropriate.
3. Designate an Emergency Command center.
ARGO CHEMICAL-
o
Mobilize first aid and .rescue teams.
Establish/re-establish communications.
Request outside emergency service, if available.
Assess damage to utility systems, and shut down
damaged/dangerous systems.
Assign/reassign functions to employees, as necessary.
Assess damage to hazardous materials and take
appropriate action.
Establish appropriate security measures.
Re-evaluate damages.
REMEMBER THAT OUR PRIORITY OBJECTIVE IS TO
PROTECT LIFE AND SAFETY; NOT TO MINIMIZE
PROPERTY LOSS AND DAMAGE!! SET PRIORITIES
ACCORDINGLY!!
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ARGO CHEMICAL
METHODS FOR REPORTING EMERGENCIES ·
In the event'of an emergency at our facility, it shall be ~the
responsibility of the person'observing or discovering the'
emergency to ensure that the emergency is immediately reported to
the appropriate person. If, for any r.eason, this is not
possible, the reporting person shall immediately call 911 and
explailn the nature of the emergency to the Emergency Operator.
Be sure to remain on the phone, so that' you may provide both
accurate and essential information.
To summon an ambulance for a medical emergency dial 911.
To summon Law Enforcement Emergency Assistance dial 911.
To summon Fire'Department Emergency Personnel dial 911.
Non-emergency phone numbers of importance:
3.
4.
5.
6'.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
28,
29.
30.
31.
Arvin Substation KCSO 854-2211
Arvin Fire Depar.tment 854-5517
Arvin Animal Control 854-3134
Arvin Police Department ................. 854-3128
Bakersfield Police DePartment ........... 327-7'111-
Bakersfield Fire Department .......... .--324-4542
Hazardous Materials Division 326-3979
Bakersfield CAL/OSHA ....... 395-2718
Bakersfield Dept. of Motor Vehicles ..... 395-2825
California Highway Patrol ..... 327-1069
CAL/OSHA Consultation (209)454-1295
Delano Police Department 725-3277
Kern County Sheriff's Department 861-3110
Kern County Fire Department ............. 861-2577
Hazardous Materials Division 861-2761
Kern County District Attorney 861-2421
Kern County Emergency Medical Services--861-3200
Kern County Environmental Services ...... 861-3636
Kern County Health Department ........... 861-3621
Kern County Mental Health Services 861-2825
Kern County Medical Center ............... 326-2000
McFarland Police Department 792-2121-
Memorial Hospital 327-1792
Mercy Hospital 328-5223
San Joaquin Community Hospital 326-4107
Shafter Police Department ............... 746-6341
Shafter Fire Department ................. 746-3933
Taft Police Department .................. 763-3101
Taft Fire Department .................... 7-65-4136
Tehachapi Fire Department ......... 822-2240
-Tehachapi Substation KCSO 822-2222
Wasco Fire Department ........... 758-6448
Wasco Substation KCSO 758-5166
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ARGO CHEMICAL
FACILITY FLOOR PLAN POLICY'
If there are evacuation procedures initiated, ali employe'es who
are in-the office area of the facility, shall evacuate the
facility using the main entrance in the front of the building.
I£ unable to exit through the front double doors,'then proceed to
the door into the warehouse area and proceed to the nearest
avai'lable exit door, either to the north, south, or east' After
exiting the building, proceed to the check-in area at the NE
corner of the facility. All employees in the warehouse area and
yard areas will evacuate the area via the safest route away from
the emergency, unless there have been specific directions given
by the Safety Director.
Immediately upon reaching the check-in area, evacuation
procedures will be followed. A detailed floor plan drawing shall
be marked to specifically identify the locations of all major
safety points, including but not limited to:
All exits
All first aid equipment
3. All fire extinguishers and other fire equipment'
4. A'll alarms and alarm stations
5. All hazardous materials storage areas
6. All disposal locations (dumpsters, containers, etc.)
Once completed, the diagrams shall be prominently affixed to key
locations through-out the facility, reflecting escape and
evacuation routes.
!. In the lobby and reception area
2. In all secluded and isolated areas
Adjacent to all common areas
In all hallways, aisles, pathways, etc
On the company "safety board"
On all common bulletin/information areas
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL
ADDRESS \ LOCATION
DATE OF ASSESSMENT
NAME OF DISK FILE
= sulfuric acid
= 100 Quantico
= 3-23-93
= ARGO2.ASF
******* DISCHARGE RATE/DURATION ESTIMATES
Liquid discharge from nonpressurized container
Average diScharge rate = 1732.2 lbs/min
Duration of discharge = 26.'1 minutes
Amount discharged = 45042 lbs
State of material = Liquid
******* LIQUID POOL SIZE. ESTIMATES
Evaporating pool area = 25000 ft2
******* LIQUID POOL EVAPORATION RATE/DURATION ESTIMATES
Vapor evolution rate ~= .013
Evolution duration = 3680082
lbs/min
minutes
******* TOXIC VAPOR DISPERSION ANALYSIS RESULTS
Downwind distance to concentration of 2 ppm
-- at groundleve! = 36 feet
N~te: Minimum computable, answer is 33 feet!
Actual hazard distance may be less.
See attached table(s) for further details.
TOXIC VAPOR DISPERSION ANALYSIS RESULTS
Downwind Distance
(feet) (miles)
Groundlevel
Concentration
(ppm).
Source Height
Concentration
(ppm)
Initial Evacuation
Zone Width*
(feet)
32 .01 2.5 2.5 130
33 .01 2.5 2.5 130
33 .01 2.5 2.5 130
33 .01 2.4 2.4 120
34 .01 2.4 2.4 120
34 .01 2.3 2.3 120
34 .01 2.3~ 2.3 120
34 .01 2.3 2.3 120
35 .01 2.2 2.2 .120
35 .01 2.2 2.2 110
35 .01 2.2 2.2 110
36 .01 2.1 2.1 110
36 .01 2.1 2.1 110
36 .01 2.1 2.1 99
36 .01 2 2 1
*Usually safe for < 1 hour release. Longer releases or sudden wind shifts
may require a larger width or different direction for the evacuation zone.
See Chapters 3 and 12 of the guide for details. Source height specified
by the user for this scenario was 0 feet.
TOXIC VAPOR DISPERSION ANALYSIS RESULTS
Downwind Distance Contaminant Arrival Time Contaminant Departure Time
at Downwind Location at Downwind Location
(feet) (miles) (minutes) (minutes)
gw__'-
32 01 .1 3680082
33 .01 .1 3680082
33 .01 .1 3680082
33 .01 .1 3680082
34 .01 .1 3680082
34 .01 .1 3680082
34 .01 .1 3680082
34 .01 .1 3680082
35 .01 .1 3680082
35 .01 .1 3680082
35 .01 .1 3680082
36 .01 .1 3680082
36 .01 .1 3680082
36 .01 .1 3680082
36 .01 .1 3680082
CAUTION: See guide for assumptions used in estimating these times.
INPUT PARAMETER SUMMARY
PHYSIOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF MATERIAL
NORMAL BOILING POINT =
MOLECULAR WEIGHT
LIQUID SPECIFIC GRAVITY
VAPOR PRES AT CONTAINER TEMP
VAPOR PRES AT AMBIENT TEMP
TOXIC VAPOR LIMIT
529 degrees F
= 98.08
= 1.8
= .001 psia
= .052 mm Hg
= .0011 psia
= .052 mm Hg
= 2 ppm
CONTAINER CHARACTERISTICS
CONTAINER TYPE
TANK DIAMETER
TANK LENGTH
TOTAL WEIGHT OF CONTENTS
LIQUID HEIGHT IN CONTAINER
DISCHARGE HOLE DIAMETER
DISCHARGE COEFFICIENT OF HOLE =
TEMP OF CONTAINER CONTENTS =
= Horizontal cylinder
= 4.2 feet
= .40 feet
= 45042 lbs
= 1.9 feet
= 2 inch(es)
1
75 ~' degrees F
ENVIRONMENTAL/LOCATION CHARACTERISTICS
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE = 75
WIND VELOCITY = 6.7
ATMOSPHERIC STABILITY CLASS = C
LIQUID CONFINEMENT AREA = 25000
VAPOR/GAS DISCHARGE HEIGHT = 0
degrees F
mph
sq ft
feet
KEY RESULTS PROVIDED BY USER INSTEAD OF BY EVALUATION METHODS
NONE OBSERVED
KEY RESULTS OVERRIDDEN BY USER AT SOME POINT AFTER COMPUTATION
NONE OBSERVED
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL
ADDRESS \ LOCATION
DATE OF ASSESSMENT
NAME OF DISK FILE
sulfuric acid
100 Quantico
3-23-93
ARGO2.ASF
******* DISCHARGE RATE/DURATION ESTIMATES
Liquid discharge from'nonpressurized container
Average discharge rate =
Duration of discharge =
Amount discharged =
State of material =
******* LIQUID POOL SIZE ESTIMATES
Evaporating pool area =
1732.2 lbs/min
26.1 minutes
45042 lbs
Liquid
25000 -ft2
******* LIQUID POOL EVAPORATION RATE/DURATION ESTIMATES
Vapor evolution rate = .013
Evolution duration = 3680082
******* TOXIC VAPOR DISPERSION ANALYSIS RESULTS
DoWnwind distance to concentration of 20 ppm
-- at groundlevel = 33 feet
Note: Minimum computable answer is 33 feet!
Actual hazard distance may be less.
lbs/min
minutes
· INPUT PARAMETER SUMMARY
PHYSIOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF MATERIAL
NORMAL BOILING POINT =
MOLECULAR WEIGHT
LIQUID SPECIFIC GRAVITY
VAPOR PRES AT CONTAINER TEMP
VAPOR PRES AT AMBIENT TEMP
TOXIC VAPOR LIMIT
529
= 98.08
= 1.8
= .001
= .052
= .0011
= .052
=' 20
CONTAINER CHARACTERISTICS,
CONTAINER TYPE =
TANK DIAMETER = 4.2
TANK LENGTH - 40
TOTAL WEIGHT OF CONTENTS = 45042
LIQUID HEIGHT IN CONTAINER = 1.9
DISCHARGE HOLE DIAMETER = 2
DISCHARGE COEFFICIENT OF HOLE = 1
TEMP OF CONTAINER CONTENTS = 75
degrees F
psia
mm Hg
psia
mm Hg
ppm
Horizontal cylinder
feet
feet
lbs
feet.
inch(es)
degrees F
ENVIRONMENTAL/LOCATION CHARACTERISTICS
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE = 75
WIND VELOCITY = 6.7
ATMOSPHERIC STABILITY CLASS = C
LIQUID CONFINEMENT AREA = 25000
VAPOR/GAS DISCHARGE HEIGHT = 0
degrees F
mph
sq ft
feet
KEY RESULTS PROVIDED BY USER INSTEAD OF BY EVALUATION METHODS
NONE OBSERVED
KEY RESULTS OVERRIDDEN BY USER AT SOME POINT AFTER COMPUTATION
NONE OBSERVED
HAZARDOUS. MATERIAL
ADDRESS \ LOCATION
DATE OF ASSESSMENT
NAME OF DISK FILE
= sulfuric aCid
= 100 Quantico Ave.
= 3-23-93
= ARGO3.ASF
*** SCENARIO DESCRIPTION
tanker release
******* DISCHARGE RATE/DURATION ESTIMATES
Liquid discharge from nonpressurized container
'Average discharge rate = 1732.2
Duration of discharge = 26.1
Amount discharged = 45042
State'of material = 'Liquid
**'***** LIQUiD~POOL SIZE ESTIMATES
Evaporating pool area = 25000
lbs/min
minutes
lbs
ft2
******* LIQUID POOL EVAPORATION. RATE/DURATION ESTIMATES
vaPor evolution rate = .01
Evolution duration = 4676863
lbs/min
minutes
******* TOXIC VAPOR DISPERSION ANALYSIS RESULTS
Downwind distance t° concentration of 20. ppm
-- at grOundlevel = 33 feet
Note: Minimum computable answer is 33 feet!
Actual hazard distance may be less.
INPUT PARAMETER SUMMARY
PHYSIOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF MATERIAL
NORMAL BOILING POINT =
MOLECULAR WEIGHT
LIQUID SPECIFIC GRAVITY
VAPOR PRES AT CONTAINER TEMP
.VAPOR pRES AT ~AMBIENT TEMP
TOXIC VAPOR LIMIT
529 degrees F
= 98.08
= 1.8
= .001 psia
= ~052 mm Hg
= .0011 psia
= .052 mm Hg
= 20 'ppm
CONTAINER CHARACTERISTICS
CONTAINER TYPE =
TANK DIAMETER = 4.2
TANK LENGTH = 40
TOTAL WEIGHT OF CONTENTS = 45042
WEIGHT OF LIQUID = 45042
LIQUID HEIGHT IN CONTAINER = 1.9
WEIGHT OF GAS UNDER PRESSURE = 0
TOTAL CONTAINER VOLUME = 3141
= 23497
LIQUID VOLUME IN CONTAINER = 401.1
= 3000
DISCHARGE HOLE DIAMETER = 2
DISCHARGE COEFFICIENT OF HOLE = 1
TEMP OF CONTAINER CONTENTS = 40
Horizontal cylinder
feet
feet
~lbs
lbs
feet
lbs
ft3
.gals
ft3
gals
inch(es)
degrees F
ENVIRONMENTAL/LOCATION CHARACTERISTICS
AMBIENTTEMPERATURE = 40
WIND VELOCITY = 4.5
ATMOSPHERIC STABILITY CLASS = C
LIQUID CONFINEMENT AREA = 25000
VAPOR/GAS DISCHARGE HEIGHT = 0
degrees F
mph
sq ft
feet
KEY RESULTS PROVIDED BY USER INSTEAD OF BY EVALUATION METHODS
NONE OBSERVED
KEY RESULTS OVERRIDDEN BY USER AT SOME POINT AFTER COMPUTATION
NONE OBSERVED
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL = sulfuric acid
ADDRESS \ LOCATION = 100 Quantico Ave.
DATE OF ASSESSMENT = 3-23-93
NAME OF DISK FILE = ARGO3.ASF
*** SCENARIO DESCRIPTION
tanker release
******* DISCHARGE RATE/DURATION ESTIMATES
Liquid discharge from nonPressurized container
Average discharge rate = 1732.2
Duration of discharge = 26.1
Amount discharged = 45042
State of material = Liquid
******* LIQUID POOL SIZE ESTIMATES
Evaporating pool area =
25000 ft2
******* LIQUID POOL EVAPORATION RATE/DURATION ESTIMATES
Vapor evolutiOn rate = .01
Evolution duration = 4676863 "
******* TOXIC VAPOR DISPERSION ANALYSIS RESULTS
Downwind distance to concentration of 2 ppm
-- at groundlevel = 38 feet
Note: Minimum computable answer is 33 feet!
Actual hazard distance may be less.
See 'attached table(s) for further details.
lbs/min
minutes
lbs
lbs/min.
minutes
)wnwind Distance
(feet) (miles)
TOXIC VAPOR~DISPERSION ANALYSIS RESULTS
Groundlevel Source Height Initial Evacuation
Concentration Concentration Zone width*
(ppm) (ppm) (feet)
32 .01 · ' 2.7
33 .01 2.7
33 .01 2.6
34 · .01 2.5
34 .01 2.5.
34 .01 2.4
35 .01 2~4
35 ' .01 2.3
35 .01 2.3
36 .01 2.2
36 .01 2.2
37 .01 2.2
37 .01 2.1
37 ,01 2.1
38 .01 2
2.7 130
2.7 130
2.6 130
2.5 130
2.5 130
2.4 130
2.4 120
2.3 120
2.3 120
2.2 120
2.2 120
2.2 110
2.1 110
2.1 110
2 1
*Usually safe' for < 1 hour release. Longer releases or sudden wind shifts
may require a larger width or different direction for the evacuation zone.
See Chapters 3 and 12 of the guide for details. Source height specified
by the user for this scenario was 0 feet.
Downwind Distance
TOXIC VAPOR DISPERSION ANALYSIS RESULTS
Contaminant Arrival Time
................... at Downwind Location
(feet) (miles) ('minutes)
32 .01 .1 4676863
33 .01 .1 4676863
33 '01 .1 4676863
34 .01 .1 4676863
34 .01 .1 4676863
34 .01 ..1 4676863
35 .01 .1 4676863
35 .01 ~ .1 4676863
35 .01 .1 4676863
36 .01 .1 4676863
36 .01 .1 4676863
37' .01 .1 4676863
37 .01 .1 4676863
37 .01 .1 , 4676863
38 .01 .1~ 4676863
Contaminant Departure Time
at Downwind Location
(minutes)
CAUTION: See guide for assumptions used in estimating these times.
INPUT PARAMETER SUMMARY
PHYSIOCHEMICAL PROPERTIESOF MATERIAL
NORMAL BOILING POINT =
MOLECULAR WEIGHT
LIQUID SPECIFIC GRAVITY
VAPOR PRES AT CONTAINER TEMP
VAPOR PRES AT AMBIENT TEMP
TOXIC VAPOR LIMIT
529 degrees F
= 98.08
= 1.8
= .001 psia
= .052 mm Hg
= .0011 psia
= .052 mm Hg
= 2 ppm
CONTAINER CHARACTERISTICS
CONTAINER TYPE =
TANK DIAMETER = 4.2
TANK LENGTH = 40
TOTAL WEIGHT OF CONTENTS = 45042
WEIGHT OF LIQUID = 45042
LIQUID HEIGHT IN CONTAINER = 1.9
WEIGHT OF GAS.UNDER PRESSURE = 0
TOTAL CONTAINER VOLUME = 3141
LIQUID VOLUME IN CONTAINER
= 23497
= 401.1
= 3000
= 2
1
40
DISCHARGE HOLE DIAMETER
DISCHARGE COEFFICIENT OF HOLE =
TEMP OF CONTAINER CONTENTS =
'ENVIRONMENTAL/LOCATION CHARACTERISTICS
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE = 40
WIND VELOCITY = 4.5
ATMOSPHERIC STABILITY CLASS = C
LIQUID CONFINEMENT AREA = 25000
VAPOR/GAS DISCHARGE HEIGHT = 0
Horizontal cylinder
feet
feet
lbs
lbs
feet
lbs
ft3
gals
ft3
gals
inch(es)
degrees F
degrees F
mph
sq ft
feet
KEY RESULTS PROVIDED BY USER INSTEAD OF BY EVALUATION METHODS
NONE OBSERVED
KEY RESULTS OVERRIDDEN BY USER AT SOME POINT AFTER COMPUTATION
NONE OBSERVED
Attachment 1
RISK ANALYSIS MATRIX
Combinations of Conclusions
From Risk Analysis that
Identify Situations of Major
Concern
Combinations that Identify ·
Situations of Considerable
Concern
Combinations of Concern
Which may Require Planning
for Credible Events
LOW MEDIUM HIGH
Severity of Consequences Due to AHM Release
(From I~MPP Guidance for the Preparation of a Risk Management and.Prevention Program, November,
1989, California Office of Emergency Services.)
LOW:.
MEDIUM:
HIGHi
-LOW:
MEDIUM:
HIGH:
· (From the EPA Technical Guidanccfor Hazard Analysis, 1987)
QUALITATIVE DEFINITIONS OF PROBABILITY OF OCCURRENCE
Probability of occurrence considered unlikdy during the expected lifetime of the facility assuming
normal operation and maintenance. ':
. Probability of occurrence considered possible during the expected lifetime of thc facility.
Probability of occurrence considered sufficiently high to assume event will occur during the
expected lifetime of the facility
DEFINITIONS OF sEVERITY OF CONSEQUENCES TO PEOPLE . .
Chemical is expected to move into the surrounding environment in negligible concentrations.
Injuries expected Only for exposure over extended periods or when individual personal health
conditions create complication~ ,
Chemical is expected to move into the surrounding environment in concentrations sufficient to
cause serious injuries and/or deaths unless prompt and effective corrective action is taken. Death
and/or injuries expected only for expbsure over extended periods or when individual personal
health conditions created complications.
Chemical is expected t0 move into 'the surrounding environment in concentrations sufficient to
cause serious injuries and/or deaths upon exposure. Large numbers of people expected to be
affected. '
AR~O CHEMICAL
UNLOADING OF HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS
The procedures for the unloading of hazardous chemicals are:
1. Pre-unloading safety meeting
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Check for gravity flow or low pressure tankers
Two people drumming at one time
a. The first drumming, second tending hose
Both of these individuals in personal
protective equipment', suitable for
material (full suit, rubber gloves and
boots, face shield and goggles)
~ 4. Third person is stand-by and will be rotated
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Driver of supplier MUST stay with truck, in
personal protective equipment at main
discharge valve while unloading material
Length of time between rotations of shift, will
vary with temperature, individuals, et'c., with
the safety of the personnel the primary
concern
¸.
A review, of the MSDS for the product
A review of each of the tasks involved with
the unloading
Name of hazardous chemical being'unloaded
Name of person going over procedures
Persons attending the pre-unloading'safety review:
Driver!s Signature
Da(e
AtlRO CtlI~II C~L
-MEI~;TING ,~tII~DULI~ ( 1.997 )
Ao
Commencing on the fourth (4th) Tuesday of ,,each
quarterly month:
1. ~anuary 28, ].997
2. April 22, 1997
3. July 22,-1997
4. Octol~r 28, 1997
II.
B. Meetings will be in the Conference Room at 8:30
'~a~_~eo_p_l~ Mana~nt Meetings
A~
CommenCing on the first (lst) Monday of each
quarterly month:
1. January 6, 1997
2. April 7, 1997 3. July 7, 1.997
4. October 6, 1997
B.. Meetings will 'be in the Conference Room at 9:30 a.m.
III. Office personnel Meetings
Commencing on the third (3rd) Hednesday of each
quarterly mon~:
1. January 15, 1997
2. April 16, 1997 3.-., · July lO, 1997
4. October 15, 1997
IV.
B. Meetings will be in the Conference Room at 8:30 a.m.
Personnel'in Hazardous Envi~~
A. Commencing on the first &thirdHedne~day fi~¢~ month:
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
6.
9. '
10.
11.
12.
January 8 & 9.2, 1997
February 5 & 19, 1997
March 5 & 19, 1997
April 2 & 23, 1997
May 7 & 21, 1997
June 4 & 25, 1997
July 9 & 23, 1997
Auamst 6 & 20, 1997
September 3 & 24, 1997
october 8 & 22, 1997
November' 5 & 19, 1997
December 3 & 1~, 1997
Meetings to be in Conference Rm or Warehouse; 8:00 a.m.
ARGO CHEMICAL
SAFETY MEETINGS SCHEDULE (1993)
I. Safe~y Committee Meetinqs
Commencing on the third (3rd) Tuesday Of each
quarterly month:
1. January 19, 1993
2. April 20, 1993
3. July'20, 1993
4. October 19, 1993
B. Meetings will be in the conference room at 8 AM
II. Salespeople and Manaqement' Meetings
Commencing on the first (l~t) Monday of each
quarterly month:
1. January 4, 1993
2. April 5, 1993
3. July 5, 1993
4. October 4, 1993
B. Meetings will be in the conference room at 8 .AM
III. Offic~ Personnel Meetings
A o
Commencing on the third (3rd) Wednesday of each
quarterly month:
1. January 20., 1993
2. April 14, 1993
3. July 14, 1993
4. October Z0, '1993
B. Meetings will be in the Conference room at 8 AM
IV. Personnel in More Hazardous Environment. Meetings
Ao
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Commencing on every other Wednesday of each month:
January 6 & 20, 1993
February 3 & 17, 1993
March 3, 17 & 31, 1993
April 14 & 28, 1993
May 12 & 26, 1993
June 9 & 23, 1993
.July 7 &'21, 1993
August 4 & 18, 1993
9. .'September 1,.15 & 29, 1993
10. October 13 & 27, 1993
................. 1'1. November 10 &'24, 1993
' 12. December 8 & 22, 1993
B.
· Meetings will be in the conference room or the
warehouse at 8 AM
ARGO CHEMICAL
Date:
Safety Equipment Checklist
I. Safety Showers
A. Southside
B. SW Corner
C. NW Corner
II~ Fire Extinguishers
A', Time Clock
B. south Wall
C. West Wall
III. Forklifts
A. Nissan
1. Backup Alarm
2. Lights
3. Maintenance
B. Datsun
1. Backup Alarm
2. Lights
3. Maintenance
IV. Respirators
A. Ful l~Face
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Pass Fail Needs
Repair
Comments
ARGO CHEMICAL
IV.
V o
VI.
Respirators (con~.)
B'. Half-Face
1.
3
4.
5.
Misc Safety Equipment'
A.
H o
Generaq Safety Appearance & Observations
VII,. person CondUcting Safety Equipment Audit:
Scholle
Cor ration 1200.West North Avenue,
Emergen~cyi Te. lephone
· Chemtrec (~00) 42.~-9300 ·
Northlake, IL 60164/Te1.(708) 562-7290 ~..~' ~3an: 1'991
PLANTS: Northlake, IL (708) 562-7290 / Rancho Dominguez (Compton, CA) (213) 53~-1600./Atlanta, GA (404) 761-3134 / Dallas, TX (214) 278-9545
Material Safety Data 'Sheet -Suffuric Aci-
" ~ ...... L-'--'----(I-~I~SO4 ~ 93.19%)
This Material Safety Data Information Sheei is principally directed to mhnagerial,'safety, hygiene and m~ic. al personnel.
The description of physical, chemical and toxicological properties and handling advice is based on elperi~hen{ai results and
past experience. It is intended as a starting point for the development of health and safety procedures.
DOT LABELING Shipping Name: Sulfuric acid
REQUIREMENTS: Class: Corrosive material
.~_? .......... - --~. =U. 12CNO.:: -~ .... UN.!330 ...... ~ _ ~ .... ._-
HAZARDOUS
INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY
Sulfuric Acid - 66° Baume
(Mineral Acid, Oil of Vitriol,
H2SO4, suiphuric acid)
40 CFR Part 372.45
Notification:
OSHA ACGIH CAS
PEL TLV '.NUMBER
lmg/M3 : lmg/M3 - 7664-93-9
Concentrated sulfuric acid contatns approximately 93.2%
by weight of H2SO4 by weight (C~s NO. 7664-93-9%)
and is subject to the reporting requirements of section
313 of Title III of the superfund amendments and
authorization act of 1986. It is also subject to the
reporting requirements of 40 CFR part 372.
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL
CHARACTERISTICS:
Formula:
Formula Weight:
Physical State/
Description:
Boiling Point:
Flash Point:
Freezing Point,:
Odor:
pH:
H2SO4
98.08
Clear, colorless to cloudy liquid. -
93 % = 529 °F approx.
· Not applicable
93% = -20 °F (-28.9 °C) approx.
98% = 30°F (- 1.1 °C) approx.
None .:.
.... · Eess than '1 (1% aqueous solution)
Specific Gravity:~ : -' 78% = 1.7 (water = 1)
.~82 ' 100% = 1.8 (water = 1)
Vapor Density~ ·3.4 (air, = I at boiling point of sulfuric acid)
Vapor PressUre: ~'"'78% to 100% = Less than I mmHg at 100°F (37.8°C)
I Water Solubility: Soluble in ali proportions.
Reportable Quantity: 1,000 1b./454 kg.
Scholle Emergency Telephone
Chemtrec (800) 424-9300
Corporation/200West North Avenue, Northlake, IL 60164/Teli (708)562-7290 Jan. 1991
FIRE &
EXPLOSION DATA:
PHYSICAL HAZARDS:
(REACTIVITY DATA)
Flash Point:
Auto-Ignition
Temperature:
Extinguisher Media:
Special Fire
Fighting Procedures:
Unusual Fire and
Explosion Hazards:
Stability:
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatibility:
(Materials to Avoid)
Hazardous
Decomposition
Products:
Hazardous
Sulfuric Acid
(HzSO4 -- 93.19%)
N/A
N/A
Dry chemical or CO: small fires. Water fog, large fires'.
Do not direct water into acid tanks. Cool outside of tank
__~with ,w. ater._W~ear f, uJI-face,, self-~cont_ained~_rgsp!Lat0r,
rubberized outer wear, gloves, boots.
Sulfuric acid will not burn but can start fires with
organic material, nitrates, carbides, chlorates and metal
powders. Flammable hydrogen gas can form when acid
contacts most metals. Hydrogen may accumulate in
containers, avoid ignition sources, spill over into sewers
may generate hydrogen gas or toxic sulfides. Addition
of water to acid causes heat and possible splattering.
Stable
Contact with metals, organics.
Strong corrosive agent will attack most metals. Contact
with organics, nitrates, carbides, chlorates, etc. may
cause ignition. Allyl compounds and aldehydes undergo
polymerization -- possibly violent.
Sulfur oxides at high temperature. Reacts with above to
form hydrogen cyanide and hydrogen sulfide.
HEALTH HAZARDS:
' Pbly~rn~fi~tiO'n~.~ -~Will ~Nft-O¥cffr~ .....
Conditions
to Avoid:
Acute:
.Signs and
Symptoms of
Exposure:
Medical Conditions
Generally Aggravated
by Exposure:
All contact with organic substances and most metals.
3rd degree burns. S~vere respiratory, skin and eye
irritant. Bronchitis Laryngeal and pulmonary edema
may result.
Prickling or burning sensation of skin and mucous
membranes. Coughing, sneezing, tightness of chest,
difficulty in breathing.
Any pre-existing respiratory disease, for example
emphysema.
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Scholle Emergency Telephone
. Chemtrec (800) 424-9300
orporauon/200 West North Avenue, Northlake, IL 60164/Tel. (708) 562-7290 Jan. 1991
HEALTH HAZARDS
(continued):
Chemical Listed as
Carcinogen or
Potential Carcinogen:
National Toxicology
Program:
I.A.R.C.
Mon0gr__aphs: ..
OSHA:
CAL/OSHA:
Prop65:
Emergency and
First Aid Procedures:
Sulfuric Acid
(H2SO4 -- 93.19%)
No
No
No
No
No
Speed in removing a~id is essential. Treat most urgent
symptoms first: cessation of breathing, eye injury, skin
contact, shock. Seek medical assistance even if injury
appears slight. Give physician detailed account of
incident.
RECOMMENDATIONS
TO PHYSICIAN:
ROUTES OF ENTRY:
While the patient is being transported to a medical facility, apply compresses of
iced water. If medical treatment must be delayed., immerse the affected area in
iced water. If immersion is not practical, comPresses of iced water can be
applied. Avoid freezing tissues. ,
Note to Physician: Continued washing of the affected area with cold' or iced
water will be helpful in removing the last traces of
sulfuric acid. Creams or ointments should not be applied
before or during the washing phase of the treatment.
Inhalation:
Eyes:
Skin:
Ingestion:
Conditions
Aggravated by:
Remove from exPosure. CPR, if indicated. Give oxygen.
Flush immediately with large amounts of water for at
least 15 minutes. Hold eyelids open during flushing.
Flush immediately with large amounts of water. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes (this can be done while
under shower).
Do not induce vomiting. Give large amounts of milk,
milk of magnesia or table oil or fresh eggs. Use water
when nothing else is available. Rinse mouth often.
Individuals with pre-existing disease of the lungs may
have increased susceptibility to the toxicity of excessive
exposures.
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-Scholle ~ .Emergency Telephone
Chemtrec (800) 424-9300
Corporation./200West North Avenue, Northlake, IL 60164/Tel. (708) 562-7290 Jan. 1991
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
AND SPILL/LEAK
PROCEDURES:
sPECIAL PROTECTION
INFORMATION/CONTROL
MEASURES:
P}'~cautions t6"" ....... ,
b~' Taken in
Handling and Storage: See Sections 4 and 5. Do not store near organics.
'. ..... . Hydrogen may be generated inside drums and tanks;
avoid flames and sparks.
Other' Precautions:
Steps to be Taken
in Case Material is
Released or Spilled:
Waste Disposal
Methods (Consult
Federal, State and
Local Regulations):
Sulfuric Acid
(H2SO4 -- 93.19%)
Never add water to Containers of acid. For spills,
beware of acid reaction in sewers' that may produce
-flammabl~ hydrogen' ~h~ '6r t0xi~:~ su-Ifii:liss.~- : -'
Wear full acid-protective gear. Remove sources of
ignition. Neutralize gpill with lime or soda ash, flush to
waste water treatment system. Dike large spills. Do not
wash into storm or sanitary sewer system.
Flush as above. Neutralize with lime or soda ash.
Approx. 15 lb,/gal. Consult regulations.
EPA hazardous waste DOOO2 - corrosive and DOOO3 -
reactive if discarded.
Respiratory Protection:
When needed use NIOSH or MSHA approved half
or full-face mask with acid gas cartridge. For high
concentrations, use self-contained breathing unit.
?
Ventilation: Required
Local Exhaust: Yes
Mechanical: Ventilate storage tanks before entry.
rrotectlve taioves: l~unDer
Eye Protection:
Other Protective
Clothing or
Equipment:
Work/Hygienic
Practices:
Maintenance of
Contaminated
Equipment:
Labeling Priority:
Chemical goggles or full-face shield.
Rubber safety shoes/boots. Rubber apron or full suit
if splashes likely.
Prohibit smoking. Provide safety showers/eye washes
near work site. Train employees in chemical handling
practices.
Use same precautions as in "Special Precautions"
above.
Corrosive
FORM #860228-2
Bakersfield Fire Dept.
Hazardous Materials Division
2130 "G" Street
Bakersfield, CA. 93301
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS MANAGEMENT PLAN
INSTRUCTIONS:
2.
3.
4.
To avoid further action, return this form within 30 days of receipt.
TYPE/PRINT ANSWERS IN ENGLISH.
Answer the questions below for the business as a whole.
Be brief and concise as possible.
SECTION 1' BUSINESS IDENTIFICATION DATA
BUSINESS NAME: ARGO. CHEMICAL, INC.
LOCATION:
100 QUANTICO AVE.
MAILING ADDRESS: 100 QUANTZCO AVE.
CITY: BAKERSFIELD STATE: 'CA. ZIP: 93307 PHONE: 805-322-2222
DUN & BRADSTREET NUMBER' N/A SIC CODE'. N/A
PRIMARY ACTIVITY: CHEMICAL WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTION
OWNER' INCORPORATED
MAILING ADDRESS: 1 00 QUANTICO:..'AVE~.. BAKERSFIELD, .CA. 93307
SECTION 2: EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION:
CONTACT TITLE BUS. PHONE 24 HR. PHONE
1. MARK T. RODGERS PRES. 322-2222 834-5618
2. STEVEN J. SCHMEDDING V.P. 322-2222 398-8934
'l~akerstield Fire Dept.
Hazardous Materials Division
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS MANAGEMENT PLAN
SECTION 3: TRAINING:
NUMBER OF EMPLOYESS: 1 o
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS ON FILE:
BRIEF SUMMARY OF TRAINING PROGRAM:
WEEKLY
3 0 DAY
YES
SAFETY AND TRAINING MEETING FOR MATERIAL HANDLING'PERSONNEL
INITIAL TRAINING PERIOD FOR NEW MATERIAL HANDLING PERSONNEL
SECTION 4: EXEMPTION REQUEST:
I CERTIFY UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY THAT MY BUSINESS IS EXEMPT FROM THE
REPORTING REQUIREMENTS OF CHAPTER 6,95 OF THE "CALIFORNIA HEALTH &
SAFETY CODE" FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:
WE DO NOT HANDLE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS.
WE DOHANOLE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS, BUT THE QUANTITIES AT NO
TIMEEXCEED THE MINIMUM REPORTING QUANTITIES.
OTHER (SPECIFY REASON)
SECTION 5: CERTIFICATION:
I, MARK m_ Ro~n~...~ CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE INFOR-
MATION IS ACCURATE. I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS INFORMATION WILL BE USED TO
FULFILL MY FIRM'S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE "CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE"
ON HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (DIV. 20 CHAPTER 6.95 SEC. 25500 ET AL.) AND THAT
INACCURATE INFORMATION CONSTITUTES PERJURY.
TITLE DATE
FD1590
Bakersiield Fire Dept.
Hazardous Materials Division
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS MANAGEMENT PLAN
Facility Unit Name: .
ARGO CHEMICAL~ INC.
SECTION 6: NOTIFICATION AND EVACUATION PROCEDURES:
Ao
AGENCY NOTIFICATION PROCEDURES:
CALL VIRGINIA COLONY FIRE STATION (861-2541)
CALL 911
EMPLOYEE NOTIFICATION AND EVACUATION'
NOTIFY ALL PERSONNEL TO EVACUATE PLANT.
TO THE EAST THEN'NORTH ON QUANTICO AVE.
NOTIFY FIRE DEPT.
EXIT PLANT & OFFICES
TO AREA FREE OF .SMOKE
c
PUBLIC EVACUATION'
PER GOVT. AGENCY.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL PLAN:
CALL 911
PROVIDE INITIAL FIRST AID
Bakersfield Fire Dept.
Hazardous Materials Division
HAZARDOUS. MATERIALS MANAGEMENT PLAN
sEcTION 7: MITIGATION, PREVENTION AND ABATEMENT PLAN:
A, RELEASE PREVENTION STEPS'
MATERIALS STORED IN SEALED CONTINERS AND DOT APPROVED CONTAINERS
RELEASE CONTAINMENT AND/OR MINIMIZATION:
ALL HAZARDOUS MATERIALS STORED IN DYKED CONTAINMENT AREAS
CLEAN-UP PROCEDURES:
IF PRODUCT IS SPILLED PICKUP WITH VACUUM PUMP AND RECLAIM
SECTION 8: UTILITY SHUT-OFFS (LOCATION OF SHUT-OFFS AT yOuR FACILITY):
NATURAL GAS/PROPANE: NORTH EAST CORNER OFFICE BUILDING
ELECTRICAL: NORTH EAST CORNER WAREHOUSE
WATER:' NORTH EAST CORNER OF PROPERTY
SPECIAL:
LOCK BOX: .YES/NO IF YES, LOCATION'
SECTION 9: PRIVATE' FIRE PROTECTION/WATER AVAILABILITY:
A, PRIVATE FIRE PROTECTION: 4 - 2A10BC FIRE EXTINGUISHERS (1- CENTER
OF EAST WHSE..WALL, 1- SOUTH ROLLUP DOOR, 1- SOUTHWEST ROLLUP
DOOR , 1- FORKLIFT
B. WATER AVAILABILITY (FIRE HYDRANT):
FIRE HYDRANT EAST SIDE OF QUANTICO - DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM SOUTH
EAST CORNER OF PROPERTY
4. PO1590