UST Systems with Field-Constructed Tanks and Airport Hydrant Fuel Distribution

UST Systems with Field-Constructed Tanks and Airport Hydrant Fuel Distribution Systems §280.130 Definitions. For purposes of this rule, the following definitions apply: Airport hydrant fuel distribution system (also called airport hydrant system) means an UST system which fuels aircraft and operates under high pressure with large diameter piping that typically terminates into one or more hydrants (fill stands). The airport hydrant system begins where fuel enters one or more tanks from an external source such as a pipeline, barge, rail car, or other motor fuel carrier. Field-constructed tank means a tank constructed in the field. For example, a tank constructed of concrete that is poured in the field, or a steel or fiberglass tank primarily fabricated in the field is considered field-constructed. §280.131 General requirements. (a) Implementation of requirements. Owners and operators must comply with the requirements of this part for UST systems with field-constructed tanks and airport hydrant systems as follows: (1) For UST systems installed on or before October 5, 2018, the requirements are effective according to the following schedule: Requirement Effective date Upgrading UST systems; general operating requirements; and operator training October 5, 2021. Release detection October 5, 2021. Release reporting, response, and investigation; closure; financial responsibility and notification (except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section) October 5, 2018. (2) For UST systems installed after October 5, 2018, the requirements apply at installation. (b) Not later than October 5, 2021, all owners of previously deferred UST systems must submit a one-time notice of tank system existence to the implementing agency, using a state form in accordance with §280.22(c). Owners and operators of UST systems in use as of October 13, 2015 must demonstrate financial responsibility at the time of submission of the notification form. (c) Except as provided in §280.132, owners and operators must comply with the requirements of