· One underground fuel tank with capacity of 30,000 L, located at the eastern side of absorption chiller (see Figure 2.3)
· One daily service fuel tank for cremators, located east of the radiators with capacity of 2,000 L (see Figure 2.4)
· One fuel tank (with capacity of 2,000 L) for emergency generator next to the emergency generator room (see Figure 2.3)
Underground Fuel Tank for Cremators (30,000 L)
The underground fuel tank will be buried underground in concrete chamber with vent pipe (vent pipe outlet will be at a level about 4 m above ground)
Daily Service Fuel Tank for Cremators and Fuel Tank for Emergency Generator (2,000 L each)
For generator, vent pipe with outlet will be at a distance of 1.5 m from other air intake louvers and public access
For cremators installation, the daily services fuel tank will be located at roof top
Door louvers equipped with electro-thermal link will be provided at the fuel tank room (with door sill) for natural ventilation
Fire services installations including heat detection system, auto-spray unit and sand buckets will be provided for genset room
Quick closing mechanism (fuel shut off valve) will be installed outside the fuel tank room of generator to cut the diesel supply in case of fire at fuel tank room /generator room
Fuel Storage and Transportation
· Inventory check should be conducted by staff regularly to identify any signs of fuel leakage
· Regular visual inspections to detect any early signs of fuel spillage
· Precautionary exercises, including fire drills, should be regularly undertaken to enhance staff capability to handle emergencies
Handling and Labeling
· Obtain details for the handling, storage and control of impurities and spills from supplier or manufacturer (e.g. MSDS(1)).
· Obtain details of the chemical composition of the substances, and correct treatment with eyes, skin, ingestion, etc from the supplier or manufacturer (usually available in a MSDS)
· Ensure the correct and complete labelling and classification of chemical substances and guidelines are adopted (see Labour Department’s reference booklet on “Labelling and Classification of Dangerous Substances Commonly used in Industry”)
· Ensure that the information is up to date, provided to the relevant staff, and easily accessible in case of emergency in accordance with the site safety guidelines
· Register dates (receiving date, manufacturing date, expiry date, shelf life whereas applicable) and quantities of all purchases on receipt to minimise surplus and spoilt orders
Containers for Storage of Chemicals and Dangerous Goods (DGs)
· Designed to minimise spills
· Ensure container is appropriate for its contents, resistant to corrosions, maintained in good conditions and securely closed
· Provide proper labelling
Storage Requirements
· No smoking in storage areas
· No naked light and no heating equipment shall be used in any store.
· No electrical equipment shall be used or installed in any store other than equipment of a type approved by the Authority.
· There shall be at all times conspicuously displayed outside any store a notice, in English and Chinese, prohibiting smoking and the use of naked light
· Segregate chemical substances to prevent reaction and contamination
· Use proper racks, storage bins and shelves to contain leaks
· Storage areas must be locked to prevent unauthorised access, clearly labelled and solely for the storage (except for the temporary store for goods to be delivered) of chemicals/dangerous goods
· Adequate ventilation in storage areas as necessary
· Provide appropriate equipment and manpower to avoid the likelihood of spillage
· DGs must be stored in the designated stores and the storage quantities must be within limits
· All containers shall be kept upright to minimise the likelihood of spillage
Handling and Spill Prevention
· Follow the safety instructions provided by site management and chemical label
· Do not misuse or interfere with safety equipment or appliance provided
· Do not smoke, eat or drink in any place where chemical substances / DGs are stored or used
(1) Material Safety Data Sheet