"Storage Tank Inspection and Compliance"

Phillip Benton, Certified Tank Inspector

This paper provides important information about tank inspections for building a solid foundation for tank compliance, a more detailed explanation of the typical AST monthly and annual checklist items, a more practical approach to inspecting tanks, an overview of federal UST and AST environmental compliance requirements, and common compliance deficiencies. This paper is intended to provide guidance for those personnel responsible for managing and inspecting tanks storing petroleum products with capacities less than or equal to 50,000 gallons.