API 653 Formal External Inspections Formal external inspections are critical for assessing the condition of large above-ground storage tanks (ASTs) and associated equipment. Conducted by certified inspectors under the API 653 standard, these inspections focus on identifying external corrosion, structural damage, leaks, and hazards to ensure tank safety and compliance. Key points about API 653 …
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SPCC plan amendments keep oil spill prevention strategies current under EPA rules. Owners must update plans for specific changes to avoid compliance gaps. Amendments are required within 6 months of any “material change” affecting potential spills, per 40 CFR §112.5. Common triggers include: Installing, decommissioning, or reconstructing tanks (USTs/ASTs) Replacing or relocating piping systems Modifying …
Tank inspection services traditionally focused on fuel storage (ASTs/USTs) are increasingly crossing into potable water infrastructure, think water towers, elevated tanks, and reservoirs. This shift reflects overlapping technologies, shared regulatory frameworks, and the urgent needs of aging municipal assets. TTI’s tank inspection division includes these systems in its scope, offering facilities unified expertise across fuel …
