The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) now is scrutinizing tank-cleaning operations across 11 states in an effort to make the job safer for workers in the ...
In 2011, revisions to the regulations included the requirement that all bulk containers, including above ground storage tanks (ASTs), be inspected according to a “national industry standard.” This ...
Fleet owners should plan regular tank inspections based on standards and spill prevention plans. Gather past inspection records and ensure the inspector has the necessary access and equipment ...