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SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS DISTRIBUTION TERMINAL OPERATING MANUAL

STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE

Dispensing Flammable Materials 2013-01 of 9 Current Version of Document is Maintained Electronically

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1.0 PURPOSE

This document provides the necessary information required to ensure that all personnel are

knowledgeable about the safe work practices involving transfer of flammable materials.

This document applies to Suncor Personnel and Contractors who are working within Distribution

Terminals. References in this document to “Suncor Personnel” include directors, officers,

employees, contract workers, consultants and agents of Suncor.

2.0 SCOPE

The scope of this document is to define and communicate to all Distribution Personnel and

Contractors who are required as part of their regular job function to transfer flammable material

from one container to another.

3.0 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS

None Applicable

SAFEWORK PRACTICES

DISPENSING FLAMMABLE MATERIALS

CAT A-2 SOP #5

Date Issued: June 2010 Revision Date: February 2013

Review Date: February 2016 Revision # 2013-01



DISTRIBUTION TERMINAL OPERATING MANUAL DISPENSING FLAMMABLE MATERIALS CAT A-2 SOP #5

4.0 PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS

4.1 Training

All Suncor Personnel and Contractors whom in the execution of their normal job function

will be required to dispense flammable materials must be review and comply in full with

this document.

4.2 Specific Hazards

Typical hazards that may be encountered while dispensing flammable materials

may include;

Work Environment Hazards

Exposure to Petroleum Hydrocarbons

Exposure to electrical static discharge

Ergonomic Hazards

Awkward Body Position

Prolonged Twisting / Bending Position

Slips / Trips possible

Personal Limitations

Distractions in Work Area

Complacent with Work Task

Rushing to Complete Task




4.3 Personal Protective Equipment

Personal protective equipment as outlined in Distribution Standard Operating Procedure,

Cat A-1, SOP #10 or as specified in the Safe Work Permit depending on the work to be

completed as per the job scope requirements.

Consideration must be given to the use of hydrocarbon resistant gloves and splash

goggles while transferring hydrocarbons.

5.0 RESPONSIBILITIES

Terminal Management;

Accountable to ensure full implementation and compliance of this standard operating

procedure.

Responsible to complete regular inspections of work areas for compliance with this

standard.

Operating Authority;

Responsible to ensure full compliance with this procedure.

Performing Authority;

Responsible to ensure full compliance with this procedure.




6.0 SUSTAINMENT AND CONTINUAL IMPROVEMENT

This document is classified in Process Safety terms as a Safework Practice Procedure and as

such must comply with the Safework Practice Procedure Standard as outlined in Distribution

Procedure Program, Cat B-3, SOP #14.

Metro Depot Terminal Management is to initiate document review process.

To ensure this Standard Operating Procedure documents meets all applicable OEMS / PSM

standards, this document is to be reviewed at a frequency not to exceed 3 years or when

conditions change to warrant a review

7.0 DISPENSING FLAMMABLE MATERIALS:

Hazardous static electricity sparks are produced by the transfer of liquids from one container to

another and are a particularly common problem in dispensing flammable liquids from drums.

The hazards of these static sparks can be prevented by utilizing proper grounding and bonding

methods.

1. A “flammable liquid” is a liquid having a flash point below 37.8⁰ Celsius (100⁰F), and a

vapour pressure below 275 kilopascals absolute at 37.8⁰ Celsius, (40 psi).

2. Containers and dispensing equipment must be bonded and grounded when flammable liquid

is dispensed. (See Appendix to this instruction for suggested method).

2.1 All flammable liquid dispensing drums mounted horizontally, must be equipped with:

a) A proper drum support,

b) An automatic pressure/manual vacuum relief with flame arrestor, and

c) A self-closing faucet, preceded by a manual block valve.




3. Portable containers used for dispensing flammable liquids shall be constructed of metal and

have,

a) A spring loaded cap, and

b) A flame arrestor.

In the diagrams, approved grounding techniques are illustrated for both faucet-type and pump-

tube dispensing operations.

It is important to note:

(1) when dispensing by faucet, that the faucet spout should be brought into direct contact

with the fill opening of the receiving container, or that lengths of special flexible metal

hose should be used to connect the faucet spout with the fill opening of the receiving

container, to form a suitable bond;

(2) when dispensing by pump, that the pump should be equipped with a dispensing hose

which has a special wire insert running the full length of the hose to form a suitable bond

between the pump nozzle and the receiving container.




TRANSFER PUMP

SOLVENT

DRUM

TO SUITABLE

GROUND

METAL LINED

HOSE

SPRING

GROUND

CLAMP

SAFETY

CAN

Bonding / Grounding Diagram for Dispensing By Pump




BONDING / GROUNDING DIAGRAM FOR DISPENSING BY FAUCET

APPROVED BUNG

FITTING SOLVENT DRUM

TO SUITABLE GROUND

SELF CLOSING

FAUCET

SAFETY

CAN

3/8 x 1”

COPPER BUS




8.0 PROCEDURE DEVIATION

Deviations from this standard operating procedure must be authorized using the Management of

Change procedure. Deviations must be documented and documentation must include the relevant

facts supporting the deviation decision.




DATE AUTHOR DESCRIPTION REVISION

June 23, 2010 R. Rattray New document issue. Initial Issue

February 2013 R. Rattray Document reviewed, no changes required 2013-01

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