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A SPECIAL EVENT BOARD OF DIRECTORS CPCA MEMBER ASSOCIATIONS Alberta Petroleum Storage Systems Contractors Association Association des Entrepreneurs P troliers du Qu bec Inc British Columbia Petroleum Contractors Association Manitoba Petroleum Contractors Association Ontario Petroleum Contractors Association Saskatchewan Retail Petroleum Construction Association ALBERTA Marcus Cormier Cantest Solutions Tel 403 912 9129 Ext 12 mcormier cantest net Kim Hansen MI Petro Tel 866 563 7868 khansen mipetro com MANITOBA Chad Kenwood Century Ptetroleum Construction Tel 204 694 2230 centpet mts net ONTARIO Gord Thompson Comco Canada Inc Tel 705 728 0905 gord thompson comcocanada com OPCA GOLF TOURNAMENT Another successful day on the course By Johnathan Rae OPCA The 5th annual OPCA Charity Golf Tournament was held September 21 at the Innisbrook Golf Course in Barrie Despite threats of rough weather we had a great day for golf The turn out was great with approximately 64 golfers attending this year Everyone had a wonderful day and once again we were able to benefit the important Threads of Life charity The OPCA would like to thank everyone who came out to the event including OPCA members POST committee members industry suppliers and several friends and family Thank you to OPCA President Ken Jamieson and each of the other OPCA board members for attending as well Howard Heal of Bar W was able to attend and represent Alberta We are also grateful for the continued support of Shell and Suncor who participated in our event We would also like to thank Henry Gruyters for MC ing the dinner and prize portion of the day The proceeds from the tournament go to Threads of Life a very special organization that promotes safety in the workplace and supports families who have suffered a workplace fatality traumatic lifealtering injury or occupational disease through many of their programs across Canada Threads of Life volunteer Jennifer Wright attended the dinner that followed the tournament to tell her story and accept a donation from OPCA A massive thank you goes out to our sponsors Without their support such a successful event is not possible Support was received through hole sponsorship and prize donations Our event raised a grand total of 8 000 00 for Threads of Life Jennifer Wright graciously accepted the cheque on behalf of Threads of Life thanking the OPCA for their continued support We look forward to meeting up again in 2019 stay tuned to our website at www OPCAonline org for information on next year s event 1 John Richards of Waleco Ron Walls of Franklin Fueling and Kevin Case of Kenstruct 2 Henry Gruyters and Michelle Rae from OPCA present Threads of Life volunteer Jennifer Wright centre the proceeds from the OPCA 2019 Golf Tournament Ken Jamieson Kenstruct Ltd Tel 855 912 8453 ken kenstruct ca QUEBEC Guy Rochon Service Construction Mobile Lt e Tel 418 688 5751 grochon groupemobile com Louis Rizzetto quipement National nergie Tel 514 489 8281 lrizzetto nee ca SASKATCHEWAN Arlene Wright Capital Petroleum Services Ltd Tel 306 757 3533 arlene_cps sasktel net Mike Seibel National Energy Equipment Inc Tel 306 665 0223 mseibel nee ca BRITISH COLUMBIA Rob Bateman Western Oil Services Tel 604 514 4787 rbateman westernoilservices com Margo Middleton Middleton Petroleum Tel 250 372 7742 midpet shaw ca CPCA OFFICE Michelle Rae Administrator Mailing Address 51 King St Unit 8 Barrie ON L4N 6B5 Toll Free 1 866 360 6722 Tel 705 735 9437 Fax 705 735 9418 info cpcaonline com Web www cpcaonline com OFFICERS Marcus Cormier President Louis Rizzetto Vice President Kim Hansen Secretary Chad Kenwood Treasurer 4 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR DECEMBER 2018 1 2 3 From left to right Rick Lombardi of BGIS Howard Heal of Bar W and Ken White and Martin Deblois of BGIS 4 From left to right Aaron Berlingieri of National Energy Equipment Bruno De Melis of Kenstruct Heather Cowie of Suncor and Dwayne MacDonald of BGIS EFS 3 4 DECEMBER 2018 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR 5

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CORROSION CONCERNS What you need to know about accelerated corrosion of diesel tanks and components By Don Edgecombe Operations Manager Petroleum Tank Management Association of Alberta Sulphur levels in the US and Canada were reduced to 15 ppm from 500 ppm in 2006 The initial concern for such a drastic change was that lubricity could be lost creating a problem for diesel engines It wasn t realized that sulphur had a way of preventing the creation of a corrosive environment in storage tanks Refineries developed additives to mitigate the lubricity issue but corrosion has 6 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR DECEMBER 2018 MICHAEL HOLLIS I recently attended a National Tank Conference hosted by the New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission Tank regulators at the conference were focused on a compliance deadline in October for the testing of sumps overfill devices and leak detection systems The second biggest issue for industry and regulators at the conference was the accelerated corrosion of equipment in contact with ultra low level sulphur diesel fuel become a serious problem for the industry Gasoline sulphur levels were reduced to 30 ppm in 2005 but accelerated corrosion has not similarly affected steel tanks and dispensing equipment Within a year of the new formulation for diesel fuel contractors were finding clogged filters and seals breaking down in dispensing systems Since those early findings the US EPA has been closely monitoring the problem Their study revealed that 83 of underground storage tank systems exhibited moderate to severe corrosion Apart from clogged filters and gasket problems there was corrosion or malfunctioning of tanks meters overfill prevention devices leak detectors solenoid valves and riser pipes The corrosion can happen above the tank s fuel level or in the wetted portion of underground storage tank systems Comprehensive studies in the US have pointed to microbial production resulting in acetic acid dispersing into the humid vapour space coating the UST equipment In the study ethanol was found in all tank systems with corrosion Ethanol shouldn t be present in diesel tanks but it likely arrives there with transport truck switch loading Ethanol gasoline remaining in the bottom of tanker compartments is mixing with diesel fuel in a later delivery DECEMBER 2018 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR 7

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CORROSION CONCERNS OPPOSITE LEFT THOMAS RUGA RIGHT SCOTT WAGNER CORROSION CONCERNS Right An overfill device with the flapper rusted in the open position CANADA S LARGEST CONVENIENCE GAS WASH INDUSTRY EVENT So what can be done Microbial growth problems happen when water enters or develops in the tank Tank operators must be very vigilant about preventing water ingress and doing regular water checks of their product tanks Make sure water ice and snow can t collect near fill openings Replace filler caps that have broken gaskets Empty fill buckets of water and keep them clean Make sure vents have properly sealed caps Condensation will develop when tanks approach empty keep them topped up Consider use of corrosion inhibiter or biocide How will you know if your diesel is contaminated The flow of product seems slow Dispenser filters are clogged and needing frequent replacement Failure of dispenser meters Your ATG is telling you there s water in the tank Nozzles don t shut off when fuel reservoirs are full Check valves on suction systems are not closing completely It s apparent that not all underground storage tanks and metal components storing diesel fuel have accelerated corrosion Where studies have been done it looks like there s no region of the country that has more or less early corrosion It s also not more frequent on any specific marketer s systems or from a particular refinery supply point Conditions have to be right for it to happen There s not much the tank operator or a contractor can do about ethanol sneaking into diesel fuel but much can be done to prevent water contamination Operators may want to take periodic samples of fuel to check for the presence of contaminants The most striking evidence of a problem presented at the National Tank Conference was the affect corrosion had on overfill prevention devices It would be prudent for tank owners to remove the device from all tanks to ensure that the moving parts are not rusted open Canada does not have federal minimum standards for the testing of underground storage tank equipment but operators might want to adopt the US mandatory rule to head off releases from accelerated corrosion Innovation and Performance Meridian Fuel Tanks TORONTO MARCH 5 6 2019 Precision Testing And Inspection Specialists TORONTO CONGRESS CENTRE Precision leak testing company for all your underground leak testing requirements Leak testing for all your aboveground testing requirements Very little disruption to your day to day operation CPCA certified technicians Competitive rates Helium Pinpoint leak locating service 3rd party inspection of underground and aboveground storage tank system Toll Free 1 866 565 2611 www leaktechsol ca 8 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR DECEMBER 2018 REGISTER ONLINE TODAY FREE TRADE SHOW ACCESS Use promo code CPCA ConvenienceU ca Meridian has a great selection of double wall fuel tanks to meet your bulk storage needs These larger fuel tanks help save money by allowing you to buy larger volumes of fuel strategically throughout the year and minimize price volatility Meridian also offers complete packages with high volume pumps large hoses automatic nozzles hose retractors and fill alarms for safety cleanliness environmental stewardship and faster refueling Custom built to meet your specific needs Built to ULC 601 7 Standards Vacuum Monitored DW Tanks Single Wall Double Bottom Tanks Double Wall Tanks Sizes 1350L 80 000L Tanks Proud Member of OPCA Contact fueltanks meridianmfg com 855 346 3712 or 519 620 6004 meridianmfg com 2018 Meridian Manufacturing Inc Registered Trademarks Used Under License 12 2018 DECEMBER 2018 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR 9

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NEWS FROM TSSA Storage Tank Systems Containing Petroleum and Allied Petroleum Products record keeping requirements s 8 11 The seven year requirement is also consistent with other record keeping requirements i e Canada Revenue Agency The one exception to this amendment relates to large vertical aboveground storage tanks designed to American Petroleum Institute API and S601 formerly S630 standards set out in section 3 2 2 Owners of these tanks are to keep the two most recent inspection records on file because the operational lives of these tanks typically exceed 20 years Editorial Clarification on Standards Referenced Sections 3 2 2 1 and 3 2 2 2 add the word formerly in reference to the withdrawn ULC S630 Standard for Shop Fabricated Steel Aboveground Tanks for Flammable and Combustible Liquids to make it clearer to users of the 2017 LFHC that these sections apply to grandfathered S630 tanks as well as new tanks built to the vertical tank section of the superseding standard CAN ULC S601 14 Standard for Shop Fabricated Steel Aboveground Tanks for Flammable and Combustible Liquids Sections 3 2 2 1 and 3 2 2 2 relate to in service external inspection at intervals not exceeding five years and inspections of API Std 650 tanks that do not have double bottoms Additional Requirements for Cleaning CAN ULC S601 or API 650 Tanks TSSA recognizes that in field tank installation of API and ULC tanks large aboveground tanks requires special training that Petroleum Mechanic 3s PM3s persons who may without supervision install remove alter repair test service and maintain any type of aboveground installation do not have However since TSSA cannot waive the requirements of the regulation to have a certificate holder install equipment requiring a PM 3 to supervise the process seems to be the most reasonable and practical way to comply with the intent of the regulations Thus operators shall ensure that the persons installing or maintaining these tanks have the appropriate qualifications certifications and required training for the job The request for clarification of this requirement came from industry The OPCA fully supports the clarification NEWS FROM TSSA Updates to the Liquid Fuels Handling Code The Fuels Safety Program in consultation with industry stakeholders through the Liquid Fuels Risk Reduction Group RRG has developed proposals to update the CAD Code Adoption Document Most of the proposed amendments are editorial changes that have been brought to light both by TSSA and by industry since the last CAD amendment was published in June 2017 Other changes are clarifications or a relaxation of existing requirements Proposed CAD Amendments Harmonized Tank Record keeping Requirements Section 1 2 4 Records required by the Liquid Fuels Handling Code LFHC will now be required for seven years for the facility or equipment to which they relate The previous provision in the CAD required that records be kept for the life of the facility or equipment The seven year requirement will harmonize the CAD with the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment CCME Environmental Code of Practice for Aboveground and Underground 10 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR DECEMBER 2018 Lower Cost Solutions For Sump Leak Repair Opposite Aboveground tank cleaning must be supervised by a licenced PM3 2 Got Sump Leaks Customer Avoids Costly Sump Replacement Less Site Disruption Faster Installation Independently Tested Certified to UL 2447 Reqs Durable Lasting Materials Warranted for the Life of the Sump Get More Information www icontainment com CPCA See us at CARWACS in Toronto Booth 222 Telephone 855 DRY SUMP Website icontainment com Email sales icontainment com DECEMBER 2018 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR 11

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NEWS FROM TSSA NEWS FROM TSSA Correction of Table Reference Section 4 3 1 7 e pertaining to vent pipe compliance with distances incorrectly referred to Table 3 The section is amended to refer to the correct table namely Table 2 The 2017 LFHC can be purchased through the Canadian Standards Association Consolidation of References to Prohibitions in Additional Section of the LFHC Section 5 5 9 requires marinas to post signage concerning fuel attendants onboard a watercraft during refueling engine shut off during refueling and engine start up The manner in which Section 5 5 9 is currently written it could be read to suggest that a marina owner has only to post the signage but not comply with it This editorial amendment lists these requirements in section 6 1 5 Dispensing Operations so that all relevant marina dispensing requirements signage posting and compliance are listed in one section for ease of reference Time to Comply Added to Fire Extinguisher Requirements Section 5 8 10 only required that a fire extinguisher rated at 40B C should be readily available during fueling Section 5 8 10 now adds the words within one year of the effect ive date of this code a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 40B C shall be readily available for use during fueling to harmonize with clauses 6 9 1 and 9 3 7 which allow one year to upgrade the fire extinguisher to 40B C The requirement for a fire extinguisher rated at 40B C is consistent with requirements in the Ontario Fire Code and the National Fire Code of Canada Explanatory Background Added to Leak Detection and Monitoring of Aboveground Storage Tanks To provide clear instructions on how to properly monitor an aboveground storage tank the words or double bottom are added Currently the LFHC only references the interstitial space between the two tanks be monitored to detect leaks but a doublebottom is different from an interstitial space This editorial change makes that distinction for clarity Since these tanks are constructed of the thinnest steel that is permissible in accordance with minimum standards the end user should be made aware that the double bottom space must be monitored and water removed Editorial Change to Clarify Exemption The dispenser exemption applying to section 8 2 4 in the 2017 LFHC exempting environmental assessments where a dispenser is being replaced or upgraded and no excavation is taking place should also apply to aboveground tanks referenced in clauses 8 2 6 and 8 2 8 Compliance Costs There are no new or significant compliance costs associated with the amendments to the CAD as the changes are either editorial in nature clarification of existing requirements or a relaxation of current requirements Stakeholder Outreach These amendments were developed in consultation with the Liquid Fuels Risk Reduction Group RRG The RRG is composed of representatives from the following stakeholders Canadian Independent Petroleum Marketers Association Ontario Petroleum Contractors Association Equipment manufacturers i e OPW Engineering firms e g J B Engineering Precision leak detection firms i e Cantest Solutions Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal Underwriters Laboratories of Canada Canadian Fuels Association The effective date of these updates is scheduled for December 1 2018 For more information visit www tssa org FUEL YOUR Phoenix Petroleum Ltd wishes to extend to all our Industry Partners a happy and safe holiday season ENGINES The doublebottom space of an AST must be monitored FEATURES Single or multiple compartments Long lasting durable industrial grade paint exterior High flow ground level fill and spill preventer Accessory mounting system Ladders stairs and catwalks Reliable high output pump and optional discharge piping Additional accessories available For all of your petroleum construction and service needs let us find you the best solution HEAD OFFICE 400 Thompson Dr Fredericton NB E3A 9X2 1 866 272 6260 DARTMOUTH BRANCH 42 Fielding Ave Dartmouth NS B3B 1E4 902 481 0620 LONDON BRANCH 331 Neptune Cres London ON N6M 1A9 519 681 0161 EDMONTON BRANCH 11634 257 St Acheson AB T7X 6C3 780 485 1001 800 665 2099 lcs westeel com westeel com info phoenixpetro ca www phoenixpetro ca Phoenix_halfpg_Dec18 indd 2 12 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR DECEMBER 2018 2018 12 03 12 32 PM DECEMBER 2018 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR 13

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POST SAFETY BULLETIN Contractor injured on job site Recently a petroleum construction company owner and experienced Petroleum Mechanic was seriously injured while working on a submersible pump Because the pump was not properly grounded he suffered an electrocution resulting in hospitalization Thankfully he did not suffer serious damage and hopefully will make a full recovery The OPCA is awaiting the final report from the Ministry of Labour and expect to work in conjunction with them as well as TSSA and ESA to prevent another incident like this in the future In the meantime it is recommended that all contractors follow these practices when working on equipment Ensure all equipment is properly grounded and take all necessary precautions before handling any energized equipment Have a Licenced Electrician confirm the site has proper grounding and to test for live voltage before touching any electrical component like an STP or dispenser Get POST ready for 2019 The POST 2019 online orientation course will be launched in the new year Thank you to the contractors and oil companies who continue to support POST knowing we are helping you keep your workers safe with the POST online orientation POST documents and additional safety training available through our safety training partners Make sure to visit the POST website to see the training available and special pricing for the POST community of contractors The POST online orientation will have new content for both Level 1 and Level 2 courses including additional content on risk management more tips for working at heights and a new section on vacuum truck work POST 2019 Documents Minor updates to POST documents and explanation of these updates will be available in the document section of the POST website in the coming weeks The POST committee also recently conducted a survey of contractors who use the POST documentation Thank you to those that participated in the survey and congratulations to the winners of the prize draws Results of the survey and the winners of the prize draw are available on the POST website Pressure Washers Hot Cold Complete Air Compressor Systems Wash Bay Equipment Commercial Vehicle Wash Systems Waste Water Recycling Equipment Bulk Fluid Handling Equipment Parts Cleaning Systems CAT Pumps Replacement Parts Design Consulting We install and service everything we sell HEAD OFFICE 7018 Johnstone Drive Red Deer AB T4P 3Y6 TF 1 888 430 9395 P 403 347 9770 F 403 343 7922 Edmonton 780 430 9359 Calgary 403 263 7202 Grande Prairie 780 539 9939 Leduc 780 980 9294 Lethbridge 403 328 0504 Brandon 204 728 9303 Saskatoon 306 242 6622 www pumpsandpressure com 14 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR DECEMBER 2018 DECEMBER 2018 CANADIAN PETROLEUM CONTRACTOR 15

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