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Minister of State, Minister of Ecology, Energy, Sustainable Development and the Sea, responsible for green technologies and climate negotiations,
Considering Directive 94/63/EC of 20 December 1994 on combating emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) resulting from the storage of gasoline and its distribution of terminals to service stations;
Considering Directive 2009/126/EC of 21 October 2009 on phase II of the recovery of gasoline vapours during the fuelling of motor vehicles at service stations;
Considering the environmental code, including its book V;
Vu le Decree No. 96-1010 of 19 November 1996 for devices and protection systems intended for use in explosive atmospheres;
Considering the decision of 23 January 1980 on the precautions to be taken for fuelling aircraft on airfields;
In view of the decision of 10 October 2000 setting out the periodicity, purpose and extent of checks of electrical installations for the protection of workers and the content of the reports relating to such checks;
Considering the amended decision of 21 November 2002 on the reaction to fire of construction and development products;
Considering the 14 February 2003 decision on the performance of roofs and roof coverings exposed to an outdoor fire;
Considering the Decree of 22 March 2004 on fire resistance of products, construction elements and works;
Having regard to the decision of 18 April 2008 on buried tanks of flammable liquids and their associated equipment subject to authorization or declaration under section 1432 of the nomenclature of facilities classified for environmental protection;
In view of the practical guide for water dimensioning of the National Institute for Civil Safety Studies, the French Federation of Insurance Companies and the National Centre for Prevention and Protection, September 2001 (Technical document D 9);
Considering the opinion of the professional organizations concerned;
Having regard to the opinion of the Superior Council of Facilities classified as of 19 January 2010,
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The service stations subject to declaration under heading 1435 shall be subject to the provisions of Annexes I to V to this Order. These provisions apply without prejudice to other legislation.
The provisions of Annexes I, II, III and V shall apply to new facilities, i.e., declared on the day after the date of publication of this Order in the Official Gazette on that same date.
The provisions of Annexes I, II, III and V shall also apply to existing facilities, i.e., regularly declared or authorized under section 1434 of the nomenclature of facilities classified on the date of publication of this Order and falling under section 1435 to its establishment under the terms set out in Appendix IV.
The provisions of Appendix I are also applicable to classified facilities subject to declaration included in an establishment that has at least one facility subject to the authorization regime as long as these facilities are not governed by the prefectural authorization order.
The prefect may, for a particular facility, adapt by order the provisions of the annexes under the conditions laid down in articles L. 512-12 and R. 512-52 of the aforementioned environmental code.
The Director General of Risk Prevention is responsible for the execution of this Order, which will be published in the Official Journal of the French Republic.
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General requirements
Definitions
Service station: any installation where fuels are transferred from stationary storage tanks to fuel tanks of motor vehicles, boats or aircraft. Service stations may be open to the public or not.
Distribution or refuelling: transfer of a fixed storage tank to a fuel tank of a motor vehicle, vessel or aircraft.
Storage: supply of stationary storage tanks of the service station.
Landing area: stopping surface of tank vehicles dedicated to the supply operations of stationary storage tanks. This area encompasses areas between the receiving mouths produced by fixed tanks and the valves of the mobile tanks and the pathway of the hoses. This surface is at least a rectangle of 3 meters wide and 4 meters long.
Distribution area: accessible to vehicle traffic encompassing areas less than 3 metres from the wall of the distribution apparatus.
Hydrocarbon separator: a device to which effluents likely to contain hydrocarbons are oriented before release. This device allows the separation of suspended materials and hydrocarbons from collected water. The oil-separator is equipped with an automatic shut-off device, by separator output, preventing any oil spills in the network in the event of oil influx. It is optionally coupled to a retention tank.
Ilot: a work permitting the installation of distribution devices relative to the level of the vehicle and aircraft rolling area or the waterway.
Free supervised service: a facility may be considered to be in open service monitored when the transfer of the product is carried out under the supervision of a permanent operating staff that is familiar with the operation of the facilities and capable of implementing the means of first intervention in fire and environmental protection. Monitoring is provided by operating personnel present on the site. The person performing the product transfer is distinct from the person performing the surveillance.
Not considered to be in free service the filling and feeding facilities whose access and use of the facilities are strictly reserved for specially trained personnel and the risks of the handled products.
Free unattended service: non-monitored facilities.
Superethanol: fuel consisting of a minimum of 65% agricultural ethanol and a minimum of 15% unleaded superfuel.
E10: fuel with a content of less than 5% and less than or equal to 10% ethanol.
1. General provisions
1.1. Compliance of the facility to the declaration
The facility is established, carried out and operated in accordance with the plans and other documents attached to the declaration, subject to compliance with the requirements below.
1.2. Amendments
Any change made by the declarant to the facility, its mode of operation or its neighbourhood, resulting in a noticeable change in the elements of the initial reporting file, shall be communicated to the prefect, who may require a new statement.
1.3. Content of the declaration
The statement specifies the measures taken with respect to the conditions for the use, treatment and disposal of wastewater and emanations of all kinds, as well as the disposal of wastes and residues to comply with the provisions of this Order.
1.4. File installation classified
The operator shall prepare and maintain a record with the following documents:
- the declaration file;
― the plans kept up-to-date, i.e. the general layout plan and the pipeline plan; for existing facilities, the pipeline plan is for the pipelines installed after April 3, 2003;
- the receipt of declaration and general requirements;
- prefectural orders relating to the facility concerned, taken under the law relating to facilities classified for the protection of the environment, if any;
the documents provided for in the various articles of this Order.
This file is subject to inspection of classified facilities and the periodic inspection body.
1.5. Statement of accidental accident or pollution
The operator of a facility is required to report, as soon as possible, to the inspection of classified facilities, the accidents or incidents that occurred as a result of the operation of the facility that are likely to affect the interests referred to in section L. 511-1 of the Environmental Code.
A record of all statements made under this section shall be maintained and made available, upon request, to the inspector of classified facilities and the body of periodic inspection.
1.6. Operator change
When the facility changes its operator, the new operator or its representative makes the statement to the prefect in the month following the management of the operation. This statement mentions, if it is a natural person, the name, first name and domicile of the new operator and, if it is a legal person, its name or social reason, its legal form, the address of its head office and the quality of the signatory of the declaration.
1.7. Cessation of activity
Upon complete or partial termination of the activity under which it was declared, the operator shall notify the prefect at least three months before the order. The operator's notification indicates the planned or completed remediation measures.
1.8. Periodic inspection
The facilities are subject to periodic inspection by approved bodies under the conditions defined in Articles R. 512-55 to R. 512-60 of the Environmental Code.
The purpose of these controls is to verify the conformity of the installation with the requirements listed in Annex V, which may be modified by prefectural order, when applicable to it.
The operator shall keep the inspection report that the registered organization addresses to the operator in the "Scheduled Facilities" file referred to in 1.4. If the report discloses non-compliance with the control provisions, the operator shall implement the corrective actions necessary to remedy the control. These actions and their implementation dates are formalized and retained in the above-mentioned file.
2. Implantation. - Moving
2.1. Implementing rules
A. ― The establishment of new facilities covered by this Order is prohibited on the ground floor of a building inhabited or occupied by third parties or in basement, that is, below the so-called reference level.
The reference level is that of public road located in the open air and serving the construction usable by fire and rescue equipment. If there are two pathways at different levels, the reference level is determined by the lowest route.
In addition, no drop-off mouth leads to the basement or ground floor of a building occupied by third parties. This provision is applicable to facilities reported on the date of publication of this Order increased by six months and:
- from the day after the date of publication of this Order to existing facilities whose application for authorization under section 1434 has been filed since 1 July 2009;
- from the day after the date of publication of this Order to the facilities regularly reported under section 1434 effective 1 July 2009;
- effective January 1, 2015 for existing facilities and regularly reported or authorized before July 1, 2009.
The distribution of fuels in category B of section 1430 of the nomenclature of the facilities classified on the ground floor of a building inhabited or occupied by third parties or in the basement is permitted only provided that the installation is equipped:
- a system for the detection of hydrocarbon vapours, an emergency ventilation system whose activation is enslaved to the detection system and an automatic emergency shutdown of the distribution devices connected to the same detectors;
∙ vapour recovery systems in the filling of storage facilities and the fuel supply of category B of motor vehicles meeting the requirements of paragraph 6 of this annex and an electronic closed loop control system meeting the requirements of paragraph 6.1. of this annex, irrespective of the volume distributed annually.
This provision applies effective January 1, 2020 for facilities regularly reported or authorized under section 1434 before July 1, 2009, and immediately in the event of a substantial change requiring a new declaration under section R. 512-54 of the Environmental Code.
B. - For installations regularly reported prior to 1 July 2009 under section 1434 and under section 1435 at its creation, the following distance distance distances, measured horizontally from the walls of the distribution unit nearest to the facilities listed below, are observed:
17 metres from an establishment receiving the public from 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th category, this distance is reduced to 15 metres for facilities existing on 3 August 2003;
5 meters from the main outcome of an establishment receiving the public from the 5th class (sale store dependent on the installation, etc.) with for facilities declared after 3 August 2003, the obligation of a rear or lateral emergency exit allowing the evacuation of the public, without exposure to less than 17 meters from the distribution apparatus;
17 metres from a building inhabited or occupied by third parties, outside the facility or from an outside facility at the facility with fire or explosion risks or from a building inhabited or occupied by third parties under which the facility is located. This distance is reduced to 10 metres for existing facilities as of 3 August 2003;
5 meters from the exits or openings of the premises that can accommodate the public in the facility; This distance may, in the case of "2-stroke" fuel distribution devices, be reduced to 2 metres. However, in this case, the facilities reported after 3 August 2003 have a rear emergency exit (construction opposed to distribution or lateral appliances allowing public evacuation, without exposure to any thermal flux in the event of a fire;
5 metres from the limits of the public track and the limits of the facility, this distance may be reduced to 1.5 metres on one side, when the limit is made by a firewall of 2 hours of 2.5 metres high or when the flammable liquids distributed are of category C under section 1430 of the nomenclature of classified facilities. This provision is not applicable to facilities reported prior to January 1, 1985 under section 1434.
In the case of the existence or establishment of a firewall REI 120 of a height of 2.50 metres and located at least 5 metres from the distribution unit nearest to the establishment concerned, the minimum distance distance distances are thus reduced for facilities declared after 3 August 2003:
12 meters from the exits of an establishment receiving the public from 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th category;
12 metres from a building inhabited or occupied by third parties, outside the facility or from an outside facility at the facility with fire or explosion risks or from a building inhabited or occupied by third parties under which the facility is located.
The principle of distance distances above also applies to distances measured from the boundary of the depot area nearest to the establishment concerned for facilities reported after August 3, 2003. Where they relate to establishments or buildings outside the classified facility, the minimum distances above are observed at the date of the prefecture declaration or authorization.
For new installations, facilities declared after 1 July 2009 under section 1434 of the nomenclature of the facilities classified and falling under section 1435 to its creation, as well as extensions or modifications of the existing installations regularly declared requiring the filing of a new declaration pursuant to section R. 512-54 of the Environmental Code, the minimum distances of establishment (in metres) to respect
| Storage | 19 | 17 | 14 |
| Secure storage | 13 (wind) 16 (automatic termination) | 14 | 11 |
| Distribution | 17 | 14, 18, 21, 23 (*) | 11 |
| Secured distribution | 13 | 11, 15, 17, 19 (*) | 8 |
| (*) These distances agree respectively to: - car distribution; – weight-blurd distribution limited to 2.5 cubic metres per hour; – the weight-blurd distribution greater than 2.5 cubic metres per hour and less than 8 cubic metres per hour; – weight-blurd distribution greater than or equal to 8 cubic metres per hour. | |||
2.2. Integration into the landscape
The operator shall make the necessary arrangements to satisfy the aesthetics of the site. The entire site must be maintained in good condition of cleanliness (painting, plantations, grass, etc.).
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2.4. Behaviour to the fire of structures
2.4.1. Cases of manned buildings
or occupied by third parties
Facilities located under a third-party building are equipped with an automatic fire detector with a stop-of-distribution control, alarm activation and automatic shut-off.
These facilities do not order the outcome or release of premises occupied or inhabited by third parties and have at least one direct exit on the outside.
In installations under a building inhabited or occupied by third parties, the walls, the high floors have the following characteristics:
– high walls and floors REI 120;
- incombustible coverage;
– EI2 30 C internal doors and fitted with a door lock or a device ensuring their automatic closure;
– door leading outwards EI 120;
Class A1 materials for facilities reported after August 3, 2003.
The premises are equipped in part high with devices for the evacuation of smoke and combustion gases released in the event of a fire (roof pavilions, facade openings or any other equivalent device). Manual opening controls are located near the access. The swelling system is adapted to the particular risks of the installation.
2.4.2. Cases of facilities located in a premises
or partially closed
The facilities located in a partially or fully enclosed room have high walls and floors REI 120 and are equipped with at least two permanent EI 120 doors or with a self-winding device; these doors to avoid the spread of the effects of the eventual disaster are equipped with an antipanic opening system to ensure the rapid evacuation of people.
These doors with a minimum width of 0.80 meters are located in places such as their efficiency and accessibility are maximum in relation to potential risks; their access is kept clear on a minimum width of 5 meters on both sides of the centreline of the doors.
2.5. Accessibility
The facility has access to the fire and rescue services at all times.
Access to the installation means an opening linking the public track and the interior of the site, sufficiently sized to allow the entry of emergency equipment.
Vehicles whose presence is related to the operation of the facility station without causing any discomfort to the accessibility of fire and rescue equipment from the external traffic lanes to the facility, even outside the operating and opening hours of the facility.
For flammable liquid distribution facilities located in a partially or fully enclosed location, and having at least one floor at a height greater than 8 metres from the level of emergency access, on at least two facades, a "scale lane" allows access to openings.
The "scale lane" is easily accessible from outside the facility. From this path, a ladder accessing at least the entire height of the building can be arranged. The ladder also meets the following characteristics:
― the useful width is at least 4 meters, the length of the parking area at least 10 meters, the slope at a maximum of 10%;
- in the inner radius bends below 50 meters, a minimum R internal radius of 11 meters is maintained and an overwidth of S = 15/R meters is added;
- no air obstacle hinders the manoeuvre of these scales vertically across the entire track;
- the distance to the façade is 1 meter minimum and 8 meters maximum for parking parallel to the building and less than 1 meter for parking perpendicular to the building;
– the track is resistant to the load calculated for a vehicle of 160 kN with a maximum of 90 kN per axle, with a minimum distance of 3.6 metres and a minimum punching resistance of 80 N/cm2.
The openings provided in paragraph 4 of this point allow at least one access per floor for each façade with a ladder and have a minimum height of 1.8 metres and a minimum width of 0.9 metres. Obturation panels or frames that make these access open and remain accessible from outside and inside. They are easily identified from outside by emergency fire services.
2.6. Ventilation
For facilities located in a partially or fully enclosed premises, and without prejudice to the provisions of the Labour code, premises must be properly ventilated to avoid any risk of explosive or toxic atmosphere. The outlet to the atmosphere of the ventilation must be placed, in the enclosure of the facility, as far as possible from the neighbouring and local dwellings occupied by third parties and the mouths of external air aspiration, and at a sufficient height given the height of the surrounding buildings in order to promote the dispersion of the rejected gases.
2.7. Electrical installations
The operator shall maintain at the disposal of the inspection of classified facilities the evidence that its electrical installations are carried out in accordance with the applicable rules, maintained in good condition and verified.
The electrical installation includes a general cut-off device to interrupt, in the event of a false manoeuvre, incident or non-observance of the safety instructions, the entire electrical circuit with the exception of emergency lighting systems not likely to cause an explosion, and to obtain the total shutdown of the fuel distribution. A test of the general cut-off device is performed at least once a year.
The control of this device is placed in a place easily accessible at any time to the operator of the facility.
When the installation is operated in unattended free service, the general cut-off device prescribed above is maneuverable near the manual control doubling the automatic fire control device.
In the case of a non-monitoring free-service installation, the activation of the above-mentioned alarms and detection systems, the commissioning of the automatic extinguishing device, as well as the manoeuvring of the general cut-off device, shall be retransmitted to notify a designated official.
In the parts of the facility located in areas likely to be at the origin of explosions, the installations are reduced to what is strictly necessary to the needs of the operation and are entirely made up of usable equipment in the explosive atmospheres.
Electrical pipes are not a possible cause of ignition and are adequately protected against shocks, the spread of flames and the action of the products present in the part of the facility in question.
2.8. Landing of equipment
Metal equipment (servoirs, tanks, pipes) is placed on the ground in accordance with the NF C15-100, version of December 2002, particularly in view of the explosive or flammable nature of the products.
Subject to the technical requirements that may result from the establishment of cathodic protective devices, fixed flammable liquid transfer facilities and metal carpenters and envelopes will be electrically connected to each other and to a single earth socket. The continuity of the bonds shall have a resistance less than 1 ohm and the resistance of the socket shall be less than 10 ohms.
2.9. Retention of work areas and premises
Except for the store and the annexed reserve area, the soil of areas and premises for the storage or handling of hazardous materials for man or likely to create pollution of water or soil is waterproof, incombustible and equipped so that it can collect washwater and diffuse materials accidentally. A device that prevents the spread of materials outside or in other areas or premises is provided. The materials collected are preferably recovered and recycled, or, if impossible, processed in accordance with point 5.5 and point 7.
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2.12. Implantation of distribution devices
The runways, when they exist, and the parking areas of vehicles pending distribution are arranged in such a way that vehicles can move forward and can evacuate before such distribution devices. Tracks and access routes are not deadlocked.
Distribution devices are anchored and protected against vehicle clashes, e.g. by means of islets of 0.15 meter height, terminals or wheel cutters.
3. Operation. Maintenance
3.1. Operation monitoring
The operation is carried out under the direct or indirect supervision of persons designated by the operator and having knowledge of the conduct of the facility and of the dangers and disadvantages of the products used or stored in the facility.
3.2. Control of the use of distribution devices
Except in the case of a free-service operation, the use of distribution devices shall be ensured by an operating agent, appointed by the operator and having knowledge of the conduct of the facility and the dangers and disadvantages of the products used or stored in the facility.
In the case of a free-service operation, an operating agent (or a specialized company) is able to intervene quickly in the event of an alarm.
3.3. Knowledge of products. – Labeling
The operator has at his disposal documents that allow him to know the nature and risks of hazardous products present in the facility, in particular safety data sheets.
The drums, tanks and other packagings bear in very legible characters the name of the products and, where appropriate, the hazard symbols in accordance with the labelling of hazardous substances and chemical preparations.
3.4. Cleanliness
The entire site is maintained in good condition of cleanliness. The premises are maintained clean and regularly cleaned, in particular to avoid clusters of hazardous or polluting materials and dust. Cleaning equipment is adapted to the risks posed by products and dust.
3.5. Status of flammable liquid stocks
The operator is able to provide an estimate of the stocks as well as an assessment of "received quantities, quantities issued" for each category of inflammable liquids held, to which a general storage plan is attached. This information is made available to fire and rescue services, inspection of classified facilities and the periodic inspection body.
3.6. Periodic inspection of electrical installations
All electrical installations are maintained in good condition and are controlled after installation or modification by a competent person. The periodicity, object and extent of the checks of the electrical installations and the contents of the reports relating to these checks are determined by the above-mentioned decision of 10 October 2000.
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4. Risks
4.1. Individual protection
Without prejudice to the provisions of Labour code, and if necessary in the context of operation, individual protective equipment, adapted to the risks presented by the facility and allowing the response in case of a claim, are kept close to the installation and location of use. These materials are maintained in good condition and periodically verified. The staff is trained in the use of these materials.
4.2. Fire fighting means
In general, the facility is equipped with appropriate fire-fighting capabilities and at least protected as follows:
- two fire appliances (flags or fire poles) with a nominal DN 100 diameter located less than 100 metres from the service station (the distances are measured by the tracks practicable to emergency equipment). These devices are powered by a public or private network that is able to provide a minimum flow rate of 120 cubic metres per hour for at least two hours; the minimum dynamic pressure of fire appliances is 1 bar without exceeding 8 bar.
The flow and amount of extinction and cooling water required shall be calculated in accordance with the aforementioned technical document D 9;
a fire alarm system (or any means to alert fire and rescue services in the case of unattended installations);
- on each distribution islet, a manual system commanding an optical or sound alarm in the event of an incident;
- a device to remind third parties at any time of safety instructions and conduct to be held in the event of a danger or incident, if necessary through one or more speakers;
- for each distribution islet, an approved extinguisher 233 B; for aviation the extinguisher conforms to the provisions of the decree of 23 January 1980 referred to above;
- for the range of distribution of service stations and close to the mouths of flammable liquids from a supply of incombustible absorbent product in quantity adapted to the risk, without being less than 100 litres, of the means necessary for its implementation; the absorbent product reserve is protected by lid or by any device to shelter the absorbent product from the weather;
- for each technical room, an extinguisher approved 233 B;
- for the storage of goods and the basement, an extinguisher approved 21 A-144 B 1 or an extinguisher approved 21 A-233 B and C;
- for the electric board, a carbon dioxide extinguisher (2 kilograms);
―on installation, at least one special fire protection.
In addition, with the exception of outdoor service stations, the facility is equipped with:
― extinguishers distributed inside the premises, on the outside areas and places with specific risks, close to the clearances, well visible and easily accessible. extinction agents are appropriate to the risks to be combated and compatible with the products stored;
– plans of premises facilitating the operation of fire and rescue services with a description of the hazards for each premises.
The above-mentioned devices are in sufficient numbers and correctly distributed and, in all cases, extinction agents are compatible with ethanol fuels.
For distribution facilities, fire control means prescribed in the preceding paragraphs may be replaced by automatic extinguishing devices with at least equivalent efficiency.
This type of device is mandatory for non-monitoring free-service facilities and for facilities located under buildings inhabited or occupied by third parties. This provision is mandatory as of 30 June 2010 for existing facilities.
An easy-to-access manual implementation control doubles the automatic fire-proofing device. This order is installed outside the distribution area in a place accessible to the prospective operator as well as to any other person.
In accordance with existing repositories and at least once a year, all devices are maintained by a competent technician and their proper operation. Maintenance and verification reports are made available to the inspection of classified facilities and the periodic inspection body.
The installation allows the rapid evacuation of vehicles in the event of a fire.
4.3. Risk location
The operator shall identify and report by a conventional panel, under its responsibility, the parts of the facility that, because of the qualitative and quantitative characteristics of the material being implemented, stored, used or produced, are likely to cause a disaster that may have direct or indirect consequences on the environment, public safety or the maintenance of the facility.
4.4. Material compatibility
For the storage and distribution of ethanol fuels, all contact materials are suitable for fuel specificities.
In particular, for any new installation, raw zinc, raw brass and raw copper are prohibited in contact with E10 and liquid superethanol in the buried parts of the facility.
4.5. Prohibition of fires
In parts of the facility with fire or explosion risks, it is prohibited to bring fire in any form, except for the construction of work that has been the subject of a "fire permit". This prohibition is displayed in apparent characters.
The requirements to be observed by the user are displayed either in legible characters or by means of pictograms at the level of each distribution device. These include the prohibition of smoking, the use of a mobile phone (the phone must be switched off), the approach of a device that can cause a bare fire, and the obligation to stop the engine. For aviation, the requirement to stop the engine does not apply when it comes to ensuring the supply of emergency services.
4.6. "Prevention Plan". ― Fire permit
All repairs or fittings carried out by an external company with specific risks (the use of a flame or hot spring, the purge of circuits...) may be carried out only after the establishment of a "prevention plan" and possibly the issuance of a "fire permit" and following a particular instructions. These permits are issued after analysis of the risks associated with the work and the definition of appropriate measures.
4.7. Safety signs
Without prejudice to the provisions of Labour code, instructions specifying the terms and conditions for the application of the provisions of this Order shall be established, kept up-to-date and made available to staff in places frequented by staff. These instructions include:
- the prohibition to bring fire in any form in the parts of the installation referred to in point 4.5 "fire" and "explosive atmospheres";
- the obligation of the "prevention plan" for the parts of the facility referred to in point 4.6;
- the procedures for stopping the emergency and security of the facility;
- measures to be taken in the event of leakage on a container or pipeline containing dangerous substances, including the conditions of release provided for in point 5.5;
– the precautions to be taken with the use and storage of incompatible products;
- means of extinction to be used in the event of a fire;
- the alert procedure with the telephone numbers of the facility's response officer, fire and rescue services, etc.
Training of staff allows him to:
to be sensitized to the risks inherent in this type of facility;
• regularly verify the proper operation of the various risk prevention equipment;
- to take the necessary preventive measures and to implement, if necessary, the most appropriate actions.
The operator is able to remind users of safety instructions at any time.
4.8. Operating conditions
Operations involving hazardous handling and the conduct of facilities are subject to written operating instructions. These instructions include:
– the operating modes, which must be present at each loading and distribution station. In particular, a procedure is in place to ensure that the pipe is effectively connected before the loading of the storage tank begins;
- the frequency of verification of pollution safety and treatment devices and nuisance generated;
- maintenance and cleaning instructions;
– the conditions for the conservation and storage of products.
4.9. Development and construction
of distribution devices
4.9.1. Access
In all cases, easy access for intervention vehicles is provided.
4.9.2. Distribution apparatus
In the case of payment by banknotes, all measures are taken to ensure that any acts of malice have no consequences on the distribution apparatus.
The dressing of the parts of the distribution device where flammable liquids are involved (filtration, pumping, degassing, etc.) is in Category A1 materials.
The internal parts of the bodywork of the distribution apparatus are disaggregated so as to avoid any accumulation of the vapours of the distributed liquids.
The part of the distribution device where non-safe electrical or electronic equipment can be installed is a separate compartment from the part where flammable liquids are involved. This compartment is separated from the part where flammable liquids are present by a watertight bulkhead with hydrocarbon vapours, or by a ventilated space ensuring continuous dilution, so as to make it inaccessible to hydrocarbon vapours or prevent their accumulation.
Distribution devices are installed and equipped with suitable devices so that any risk of siphoning is removed.
All measures are taken to ensure that sewage under distribution devices does not result in soil or water pollution.
When the unit is powered by a refoulement-operating pipe, the installation is equipped with a safety device that automatically stops the arrival of the product in the event of a fire or accidental spill of the distributor.
For unattended free-service facilities, the volume of flammable liquid delivered by operation by unattended free-service distribution devices is limited to 120 litres of flammable liquids of the reference category (coefficient 1) and the equivalent for other categories, except for facilities whose access is reserved for persons trained for this purpose.
4.9.3. Flexible
The distribution hoses conform to the NF EN 1360 standard of November 2005 (for aviation, the hoses conform to the provisions of the specific standard in force). The hoses are maintained in good working condition and replaced no later than six years after their manufacturing date. In the case of free-service facilities, hoses other than those with a large length and intended for the transfer of diesel and aviation fuels are equipped with devices so that they do not drag on the range.
Maintenance and verification reports will be made available to the inspection of classified facilities and the periodic inspection body. An appropriate device prevents the hose from undergoing wear due to repeated contact with the ground. The hose is changed after any degradation.
For liquid hydrocarbons, pending technical advances, only the distribution devices installed after 3 August 2003 and a flow of less than 4.8 cubic metres per hour are equipped with an anti-drug device of the coupling-cashing hose.
4.9.4. Security arrangements
In the case of open-service installations, the opening of the valve valve and its retention in open position cannot be performed without manual intervention.
Any distribution operation is controlled by a safety device that automatically interrupts the tank filling when the maximum level of use is reached. While awaiting technical advances, these provisions do not apply to aircraft fuelling operations as long as they do not allow tank filling to the maximum level of use.
For cases of unattended operation, the distribution facility is equipped:
- an emergency shut-off device located close to the device to cause the breakdown of all facilities intended for distribution;
- a communication device to immediately notify the facility's monitoring of the facility.
In facilities reported after August 3, 2003 and operated in controlled free service, the operating agent may, at any time, control the operation of the distribution device from a station control point.
For the distribution and storage of superethanol, flame arrests are systematically provided at all points where an explosion transmission to the tanks is possible.
All flame arresters of the vapour recovery circuit for the distribution and storage of superethanol comply with the NF EN 12874 standard of January 2001 or any equivalent standard in force in the European Community or the European Economic Area.
Unloading operations of flammable liquids can only be carried out after the landing of tank trucks and connection of vapour recovery systems between the vehicle and the depotting mouths (for installations covered by the regulations on vapour recovery).
4.10. Tanks and pipes
The flammable liquid tanks associated with the distribution apparatus, whether classified or not, are installed and operated in accordance with the rules applicable to facilities classified under section 1432 of the nomenclature of classified facilities.
4.10.1. Air storage of flammable liquids
The permanent use of portable tanks for fixed storage purposes is prohibited.
Any air storage of flammable liquids that may create pollution of water or soil shall be associated with a retention capacity whose volume shall be at least equal to the largest of the following two values:
100% of the capacity of the largest tank;
50% of the overall capacity of the associated tanks.
When the storage is made exclusively of receptacles of unit capacity less than or equal to 250 litres, allowed for transport, the minimum volume of retention is at least equal to:
50% of the total capacity of the receptacles in the case of flammable liquids, with the exception of lubricants;
20% of the total capacity of the receptacles in other cases.
In all cases equal to a minimum of 800 litres, or equal to the total capacity when it is less than 800 litres.
The retention capacity is waterproof to the products it could contain and resist the physical and chemical action of the fluids. The same applies to the shut-off device that must be kept closed in normal conditions. The retention capacity and the shut-off device are periodically checked.
Containers or containers containing products that can react dangerously together are not associated with the same retention bowl.
This provision does not apply to wastewater treatment basins.
Fixed tanks are equipped with level gauges.
Container leakage check reports are made available for inspection of classified facilities and the periodic inspection body.
Except in the case of aircraft fuelling facilities, the connecting pipes between the distribution unit and the tank from which it is powered are buried so as to protect them from shocks.
Channel connections with the distribution device are performed under the device. On the other hand, they have a weak point (short fragment) intended to break up in the event of accidental removal of the aircraft. Automatic devices, placed on both sides of this low point, interrupt any liquid or gaseous flow in case of rupture. Upstream these devices are doubled by valves, placed under the ground level, which can be confused with emergency stop devices. They can also be ordered manually.
These pipes are located in trenches with sufficient support.
The bottom of these trenches and remblais consist of a healthy earth or granular soil (sable, gravel, stones or aggregates not exceeding 25 millimetres in diameter).
4.10.2. Cases of buried storage of flammable liquids
The buried tanks and associated buried pipes, even unclassified, comply with the requirements set out in the above-mentioned decision of 18 April 2008.
5. Water
5.1. Abductions
Water sampling facilities in the natural environment are equipped with total water quantity measuring devices. These measures are regularly noted and the result must be recorded and kept at the disposal of the inspection of classified facilities and the periodic inspection body.
The connection to a water table or the public drinking water distribution network is equipped with a device that prevents the return of water that can be polluted.
The use of the fire water system is strictly reserved for damages, emergency exercises and maintenance or maintenance operations outside of the network.
5.2. Consumption
All measures must be taken to limit water consumption.
5.3. Collection network
Liquids that are likely to be polluted are collected and treated using a hydrocarbon separator with an automatic shut-off device or disposed of in a duly authorized facility.
An independent collection system is planned to receive other liquid effluents such as non-polluted rainwater, runoff water from outside the right-of-way on the ground of the distribution area.
In order to prevent the risk of accidental pollution, sewage mouths and non-separator-related gutters will be located at a minimum distance of 5 metres from the wall of the distribution apparatus or so that an accidental flow of hydrocarbons cannot result in the product in these.
Residual water discharge points are as small as possible.
They are designed to allow easy sampling and installation of a flow measurement device.
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5.5. Release limit values
Without prejudice to the authorization of dumping in the public network (art. L. 1331-10 of Public Health Code), wastewater discharges are the subject as a need for treatment to meet the following, controlled limit values, unless otherwise specified in the current standard, on undetected and non-filtered raw effluent, without prior dilution or mixture with other effluents:
(a) In all cases, before release to the natural environment or to a network of collective sanitation:
pH 5.5 - 8.5;
(b) Specific pollutants: before released into the natural environment or in an urban collective sanitation network:
- total hydrocarbons 10 mg/l.
These limit values are met on average daily.
No instantaneous value exceeds double the concentration limit values.
5.6. Prohibition of cluster discharges
Direct or indirect discharge even after wastewater purification in an underground table is prohibited.
5.7. Prevention of accidental pollution
Arrangements are made so that there can be no accident (tight, bowl, etc.), dumping of hazardous materials in public sewage or natural environment. The disposal of effluent collected under the provisions of 2.11 shall be done either under the conditions set out in point 5.5 above or as waste under the conditions set out in point 7 below.
All measures are taken to prevent pollution risks in the event of flooding.
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5.9. Operator monitoring of pollution released
Operating instructions include regular monitoring of deceivers and control of their operation.
In addition, on request, from the prefect or inspection of classified facilities, a measure of the concentrations of the different pollutants referred to in point 5.5 shall be carried out by an organization approved by the Minister of the Environment. These measurements are carried out on a representative sample of the operation on a day of the installation, consisting either by a continuous sampling of half an hour or by at least two instantaneous samplings spaced half an hour. These measures are carried out at the operator's expense.
In the event that such a sample is not available, an assessment of the capacity of the treatment equipment to meet the limit values is carried out.
5.10. Storage or distribution areas
In the event that the preambled areas of Appendix I are confused, the surface of the largest area shall be retained.
The depotting and distribution areas of flammable liquids are water-tight for products that are likely to be widespread and designed to allow the drainage of flammable liquids. In the case of ship supply, the watertightness of the range is limited to the terrestrial area.
Any flammable liquid distribution facility is provided by appropriate fixing products or absorbent products to prevent or neutralize liquids that are accidentally widespread. These products are stored in visible, easily accessible places and close to distribution stations with the means necessary for their implementation (pelle,...).
The liquids thus collected are processed by means of a hydrocarbon separator with an automatic shut-off device. This separator is designed and dimensioned to evacuate a minimum flow rate of 45 litres per hour, per square metre of the area under consideration, without the training of flammable liquids. The separator-decanter conforms to the standard in effect at the time of installation. The separator is cleaned by an authorized entity as often as necessary, and in all cases at least once a year. This cleaning consists of the draining of hydrocarbons and muds as well as checking the correct operation of the shutter. The authorized entity provides evidence of the destruction or reprocessing of waste released. The oil separator and decanter cleaning sheets and the compliance certificate to the current standard are made available to the inspector of classified facilities and the periodic inspection body.
In the case of ship refuelling, some specific cases may not allow the installation of a hydrocarbon separator. This impossibility is then demonstrated by a technical-economic study at the disposal of the inspector of classified facilities and the periodic inspection body. This study specifies the compensatory measures in place.
The portion of the distribution area that is protected from the weather by an awning may be affected by coefficient 0.5 to determine the actual surface to be protected in the calculation of the decanter-separator device.
6. Air. ― Odeurs
6.1. Steam recovery
All arrangements are made to ensure that drilling, for example, for the passage of electric sheaths, does not allow the transmission of vapours from the pipes, tanks and equipment to the premises of the facility.
6.1.1. Retrieving vapours in filling
storage facilities
This point is applicable to fuel distribution stations in category B of section 1430 of the nomenclature of facilities classified with the exception of aviation fuels and service stations with a flow of less than 100 cubic metres per year.
During the unloading of fuel in category B of section 1430 of a transport tank in the storage facilities of the service stations, the vapours generated by the displacement of fuel are returned to the transport tank using a steam-tight connection hose. During this operation, a device is put in place so that these vapours do not escape by the vent of the storage tank of the service station.
A service station equipped with these devices is supplied by a transport tank designed to retain fuel vapours from category B of section 1430.
The fuelling operations of the fuelling stations are not performed before these devices are in place and function properly.
The operator may adopt other technical measures such as these devices, if it is demonstrated that such alternatives have at least the same efficiency.
The provisions of this item do not apply to service stations with a minimum flow rate of 500 cubic metres per year and are located in a municipality of less than 5,000 inhabitants provided that they are not located within a special protection zone or sensitive area or area of implementation of an alert procedure as defined in Title I of the above-mentioned decree of 13 May 1974.
6.1.2. Retrieval of steames related to refuelling
of motor vehicles
This item is applicable to category B fuel distribution stations in section 1430 of the classification facility nomenclature. The volumes under this item relate to category B fuels under heading 1430 of the classification facility nomenclature. Aviation fuels are not concerned.
Any operator of a service station with a volume distributed less than 500 cubic metres per year of fuel in category B of section 1430 is required to report to the prefect the increase of this volume if it exceeds 500 cubic metres per year of fuel, no later than March 31 of the year following the year in which the excess was found.
6.1.2.1. Steam recovery
Service stations with a distributed volume of more than 500 cubic metres per year are equipped with active vapour recovery systems to allow the return of at least 80% of the vapours to the stationary tanks of the gas stations. This provision is applicable:
- from the day after the date of publication of this Order for new facilities;
- from the day after the date of publication of this Order for existing stations with a flow rate of more than 3,000 cubic metres per year and for stations with a first flow rate of 500 cubic metres per year after 4 July 2001;
- September 30 of the year following the calendar year in which the flow rate exceeded 500 cubic metres for facilities with a flow rate of less than 500 cubic metres per year since July 4, 2001 until the day after the date of publication of this Order;
– no later than January 1, 2016 for other facilities.
This recovery rate is increased to 90%:
―from the day after the date of publication of this Order for new facilities and facilities on the ground floor of a building inhabited or occupied by third parties or in basement subject to a substantial amendment requiring a new declaration under section R. 512-54 of the Environmental Code;
- January 1, 2016 for existing service stations with a flow rate of more than 3,000 cubic metres per year;
- January 1, 2020 for existing service stations with a flow rate of more than 1,000 cubic metres per year.
Fuel vapour recovery systems consist of four types of equipment:
– a filling pistol whose depression system is open to the atmosphere;
– a coaxial-type hose or equivalent guarantees to convey both fuel and steam;
- a depressing organ to assist the aspiration of the vapours of the tank of the vehicle to transfer them to the tank of the gas station;
- a control device to control the relationship between the aspirated vapour flow and the distributed fuel flow.
6.1.2.2. Regulation device
The control device referred to in 6.1.2.1 shall be closed.
The signal of the malfunction of the vapour recovery system results in the stopping of the distribution of fuel as the repair is not carried out within 72 hours. These provisions apply:
- to new service stations after the date of publication of this Order;
- existing service stations with a flow rate of more than 3,000 cubic metres per year from 1 January 2014;
- existing service stations with a flow rate of more than 1,000 cubic metres per year from January 1, 2016.
6.1.2.3. Return of vapours
The return of vapours in the stationary tanks of service stations is carried out in pipes of sufficient diameter to allow the flow of fuel vapours.
6.1.2.4. Stop-flammable devices
The vapour recovery system requires the installation of flame-return devices on both sides of any element that can generate a ignition of the gas mixture. The stop-flammable devices (also known as flame-return) comply with the NF EN 12874 version of July 2001, or with the technical standards or specifications or manufacturing processes provided for in the regulations of a Member State of the European Union or another State Party to the agreement establishing the European Economic Area, ensuring an equivalent level of safety.
The depression system and the connection between the vapour outlet and the connection of the equipment to the fuel vapour return pipe to the tank, in particular, are considered to be elements that could generate a ignition of the gas mixture. In addition, the depot line and vapour recovery lines are also considered to be elements that can generate ignition when the fuel contains more than 10% ethanol.
A cut-off organ is established between the fuel dispenser and the steam return pipe to allow maintenance operations on the vapour recovery system to take place in safety conditions.
6.1.2.5. Design of recovery systems
Steam recovery systems comply with the provisions of Appendix II. This compliance is certified, controlled and maintained by a competent and independent laboratory
Any vapour recovery system originating from the European Community or originating from the EFTA Contracting Parties, which is in accordance with a regulation, national norm or manufacturing process that is permitted in one of these States, is also recognized, provided that a level of safety and efficiency is ensured equivalent to that required in Annex II to this Order.
6.1.2.6. Maintenance of the recovery system
The operator shall ensure the proper operation of its installation and shall carry out before the operation of the vapour recovery system, after any repair of the system and then at least once every six months, for facilities that do not have a closed-loop electronic control system and every three years for facilities with a closed-loop electronic control system, an on-site inspection by a competent and independent body, in accordance with the provisions of Annex III. The results of these measures are made available to the inspector of classified facilities and the periodic inspection body for at least six years.
6.1.2.7. Display
Effective January 1, 2012, a panel or sticker indicates the presence of a steam recovery system on each category B fuel distributor of the nomenclature of classified or nearby facilities equipped with such a device.
6.2. Odeurs
During the distribution of fuel, the odor flow of the vapours emitted to the atmosphere by all of the odorous sources lined, canalisable and diffuse, does not exceed the following values:
| 0 | 1,000 x 103 |
| 5 | 3 600 x 103 |
| 10 and more | 21 000 x 103 |
7. Waste
Wastes are stored, processed, disposed of in accordance with the regulations concerning them.
7.1. Recovery. - Recycling. ― Elimination
All measures are taken to limit the quantities of waste produced, including by performing all possible recovery operations.
Wastes that cannot be valued are disposed of in facilities capable of receiving them under conditions established by the regulations in force.
7.2. Circuit controls
The operator shall be bound to the registry, waste disposal declaration and monitoring slip obligations under the conditions set by the regulations.
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7.6. Burning
The burning of waste in the open air is prohibited.
8. Noise and vibration
8.1. Noise limit values
For the purpose of this Order, it is called:
Emergence: the difference between the levels of continuous pressure weighted A of ambient noise (operating installation) and residual noise (in the absence of the noise generated by the installation);
Regulated emerging areas:
― the interior of buildings inhabited or occupied by third parties, existing on the date of the declaration, and their closest external parts (course, garden, terrace);
―constructible areas defined by urban planning documents that are opposable to third parties and published on the date of the declaration;
― the interior of buildings inhabited or occupied by third parties that have been implanted after the date of the declaration in the building areas defined above, and their possible closest exterior parts (course, garden, terrace), excluding those of buildings located in areas intended to receive artisanal or industrial activities.
For existing facilities (reported or authorized under section 1434 prior to the date of publication of this order increased by six months), the date of the declaration is replaced by the date of this Order, in the above definition of regulated emerging areas.
The facility is constructed, equipped and operated in such a way that its operation cannot be caused by air or solidian noises that could compromise the health or safety of the neighbourhood or create a nuisance for the neighbourhood.
The sound emissions emitted by the facility are not at the origin, in the regulated emerging areas, of an emergence greater than the eligible values defined in the following table:
| Higher than 35 and less than or equal to 45 dB (A) | 6 dB (A) | 4 dB (A) |
| Higher to 45 dB (A) | 5 dB (A) | 3 dB (A) |
8.2. Vehicles. ― Construction equipment
Transport vehicles, handling equipment and construction equipment used inside the facility are in accordance with the provisions in force for limiting their sound emissions. In particular, construction equipment conforms to an approved type.
The use of all acoustic communication devices (sirnas, tellers, loudspeakers, etc.), disturbing for the neighbourhood, is prohibited, unless their use is exceptional and reserved for the prevention and reporting of serious incidents or accidents.
9. Rehabilitation at the end of operation
In addition to the provisions set out in 1.7, and without prejudice to the provisions provided for in the Environmental Code, where a classified facility is put to a final stop, the operator shall put the site safe and rehabilitated so that it does not show any danger or disadvantage. In particular:
– all hazardous products and all wastes are valued or evacuated to duly authorized facilities;
- tanks containing products that may pollute the water or cause a fire or explosion are poisoned, cleaned, degassed and, where applicable, decontaminated. They are removed, except in case of justified technical impossibility, in which case they are neutralized by filling with a solid inert. The product used for neutralization covers the entire surface of the inner wall and has sufficient durability to prevent surface soil degradation.
A N N E X E I
CONFORMITY OF SYSTEMS
RECOVER OF VAPERS
1. Compliance can only be certified to a system comprising four types of equipment:
– a filling pistol whose depression system is open to the atmosphere;
– a coaxial-type hose or equivalent guarantees to convey both fuel and steam;
- a depressing organ to assist the aspiration of the vapours of the tank of the vehicle to transfer them to the tank of the gas station;
- a control device to control the relationship between the aspirated vapour flow and the distributed fuel flow.
For any type change in one of these equipments, the entire system must be subject to a new certificate of compliance.
2. Compliance is certified by a competent and independent laboratory based on the gravity and volumetric methods described in 3 and 4 below.
3. gravimetric method
3.1. Method description
The method is to compare the basic emissions (the quantity of volatile organic compounds evicted from the vehicle's orifice when filling without vapour recovery) with the residual emissions (quantity of volatile organic compounds emitted from the vehicle's orifice during filling with vapour recovery).
Basic and residual emissions are determined by collecting fuel vapours by means of a device channeling all volatile organic compounds emitted to an active carbon filter intended to absorb them, without changing the pressure conditions in the tank. The modification of the filter mass corresponds to the emission of vapours emitted from the vehicle hole.
3.2. Test conditions
3.2.1. Characteristics of distribution pistols
The basic emissions are measured in a filling with a pistol equipped with a leadless gasoline cylinder conforming to the NF ISO 9158 standard and not equipped with a vapour recovery system.
The equipped pistol for the recovery of vapours that are part of the system to be tested shall be capable of delivering the fuel with a flow of ± 0.5 litre per minute to that of the reference pistol defined above.
3.2.2. Fuel characteristics used
The tests are carried out with leadless superfuel conforming to the NF EN 228 standard that has not been brewed and is used for the first time.
3.2.3. Vehicle tank used
The tests are carried out with a standard tank representative of vehicles circulating on the French market.
3.2.4. Temperature conditions
The fuel temperature used for testing is 15 ± 3 °C.
The ambient temperature is 15 ± 5 °C.
The maximum difference between the fuel temperature used and the ambient temperature is dt = 5 °C.
3.2.5. Preparation of steam recovery system
The commissioning and adjustment of the system are carried out under the responsibility of the testing company.
The technical characteristics of the system are specified, in particular the maximum distribution flow value and the maximum permissible load loss downstream of the depressing organ.
3.2.6. Preparation of the calibration tank
After evacuating the standard tank content, a partial supply is made to approximately 10% of the tank volume. The tank cap is then closed until a thermal balance is reached between the fuel used and the tank.
This operation is carried out before each measure, whether it is basic emissions or residual emissions, in order to obtain at the beginning of the measurement a reproducible vapour saturation in the standard tank.
3.3. Test procedure
3.3.1. System anxiousness
The leakage of the system is previously verified according to the procedure described in Appendix III, item 1.
3.3.2. Procedure of a measure
The distribution pistol is introduced as far as possible in the filling hole of the standard tank, positioned so as to remain stuck in it. The manoeuvring lever remains blocked during the measurement period to obtain a constant flow rate.
The vapour emission measurement is carried out during the filling of the standard tank up to about 90% of its volume.
3.3.3. Test procedure
In order to determine average values, three mass measurements of each type of emissions are carried out in the following order:
- two mass measurements of basic emissions;
- three mass measurements of residual emissions;
– a mass measurement of basic emissions.
This procedure is performed at the maximum flow rate of the distribution pistol, on the one hand, and at half the maximum flow rate, on the other.
3.4. Determination of recovery rate
The calculation of the recovery rate is carried out with average values, according to the formula:
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Abbreviations mean:
TR = recovery rate;
EB = average base emission value (expressed in g/l);
ER = mean value of residual emissions (expressed in g/l).
The recovery rates determined at the maximum flow rate and at half the maximum flow rate shall be greater than the rate set out in point 6.1 of Appendix I to this Order.
The recovery rates are corrected when the TV volume rate determined in point 4 is greater than 100%. In this case, an 80% saturation is allowed for the gas mixture emerging from the storage tank vent. We get a recovery rate corrected according to the formula:
TR corrected = TR + (100 ― TV) × 0.8
4. Volumetric method
4.1. Method description
The method is to compare the fuel flow distributed during refuelling and the air vapour mix flow recovered to verify the efficiency of the control system.
4.2. Test conditions
Measuring devices are connected to the appropriate locations, depending on the depressing organ's technology, to determine the volume of fuel distributed and the volume of vapour-air mixtures recovered (e.g., the measuring point is located upstream in the case of oil lubricated pump).
The measurements shall be carried out at the maximum permissible downstream load loss for the maximum flow rate, which is indicated by the testing company.
4.3. Calculation of the volumetric rate
The calculation of the volumetric rate is carried out with average values, according to the formula:
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Abbreviations mean:
TV = volume rate;
V cov = volume of recovered volatile organic compounds;
V fuel = volume of fuel distributed.
The various measurements are performed during the residual emission measurement phase as described in 3.3.
The maximum distribution rate shall be between 95% and 105%.
At half the maximum flow rate, the volumetric rate shall be between 90% and 110%.
4.4. Determination of air/vapour equivalence factor
Measurements are also carried out with air aspiration instead of fuel vapours according to the same procedure, but at maximum flow only. Another volumetric rate will be determined to calculate the K equivalence factor according to the formula:
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This correction factor is notified to serve as a reference for the controls and monitoring of the on-site steam recovery system.
A N N E X E I I
CONTROL ON SITE OF SYSTEMS
RECOVER OF VAPERS
1. In order to ensure that only the vapours taken from the aspiration orifices of the pistol are taken into account when determining the volumetric rate TV, the system leakage check is performed prior to the control defined in paragraph 2 of this annex.
This audit allows to establish:
- that there is no possibility of air intake between the pistol and the depressing organ, with a flow exceeding 0.5% of the maximum flow rate;
- that there is no possibility of vapour output between the pump and the refoulement end of the installation, with a flow exceeding 0.5% of the maximum flow rate;
– that the sum of the two previously considered leakage flows remains less than 0.5% of the maximum flow rate, regardless of the number of pistols associated with the depressing organ.
2. The control is carried out in accordance with the volumetric method with the air aspiration described in paragraph 4.4. of Appendix II.
The maximum flow rate measured with the air aspiration shall be corrected by the equivalence factor notified in the vapour recovery system's compliance attestation.
The volumetric rate thus determined shall be between 90% and 110% at the maximum distribution rate.
A N N E X E I V
APPLICABLE PROVISIONS
EXISTING INSTALLATIONS
The provisions of Annexes I, II, III and V to this Order shall apply to existing facilities previously reported or authorized after 4 August 2003 under heading 1434 of the classification facility, after its publication date, with the exception of:
points 2.1.A (except first paragraph), 2.1.B, 2.1.D and 6.1 which are subject to explicit terms of application in these points;
- the first paragraph of item 2.1 and paragraphs 2 and 3 of item 4.2 which are not applicable to these facilities.
The provisions of Appendix I to this Order apply to facilities previously reported or authorized before 4 August 2003 under section 1434 of the classification facility, as of the date of publication, except:
- points 2.1.A, 2.1.B, 2.1.D, 4.9.3 and 6.1 which are subject to explicit terms of application in these points;
2.4.1 (paragraphs 3 et seq.), 2.12 (first paragraph), 4.2 (paragraphs 2 and 3) and 4.9.1 (second paragraph) that are not applicable to facilities declared or authorized before 4 August 2003.
A N N E X E V
REQUIREMENTS FOR OBJECT
PERIODIC CONTROL
The control set out in item 1.8 of Schedule I shall include the following provisions (the points mentioned refer to Appendix I):
General provisions
1.4. File installation classified
The operator shall prepare and maintain a record with the following documents:
- the declaration file;
― the plans kept up-to-date, i.e. the general layout plan and the pipeline plan; for existing facilities, the pipeline plan is for the pipelines installed after April 3, 2003;
- the receipt of declaration and general requirements;
― prefectural orders for the facility concerned, taken under the law on facilities classified for environmental protection, if any.
Subject of control:
- presentation of the receipt of the declaration and general requirements;
- presentation of plans;
- presentation of prefectural orders relating to the installation, if any.
2. Implantation. - Moving
2.1. Implementing rules
A. - The establishment of new facilities covered by this Order is prohibited on the ground floor of a building inhabited or occupied by third parties or in basement, i.e. below the so-called reference level.
The reference level is that of public road located in the open air and serving the construction usable by fire and rescue equipment. If there are two pathways at different levels, the reference level is determined by the lowest route.
In addition, no drop-off mouth leads to the basement or ground floor of a building occupied by third parties. This provision is applicable to facilities reported on the date of publication of this Order increased by six months and:
- from the day after the date of publication of this Order to existing facilities whose application for authorization under section 1434 has been filed since 1 July 2009;
- from the day after the date of publication of this Order to the facilities regularly reported under section 1434 effective 1 July 2009;
- effective January 1, 2015 for existing facilities and regularly reported or authorized before July 1, 2009.
The distribution of fuels in category B of section 1430 of the nomenclature of the facilities classified on the ground floor of a building inhabited or occupied by third parties or in the basement is permitted only provided that the installation is equipped:
- a system for the detection of hydrocarbon vapours, an emergency ventilation system whose activation is enslaved to the detection system and an automatic emergency shutdown of the distribution devices connected to the same detectors;
∙ vapour recovery systems in the filling of storage facilities and fuel refuelling of category B of motor vehicles complying with the requirements of paragraph 6 of this annex and an electronic closed loop control system complying with the requirements of paragraph 6.1. of this annex.
This provision applies effective January 1, 2020 for facilities regularly reported or authorized under section 1434 before July 1, 2009, and immediately in the event of a substantial change requiring a new declaration under section R. 512-54 of the Environmental Code.
Subject of control:
- for the ground-floor installations of a building occupied by third parties or in the basement, verification of the installation of a hydrocarbon vapour detection system, an emergency ventilation system that is enslaved to the detection system and an automatic emergency stop of the distribution appliances enslaved to the same detectors and vapour recovery systems in the filling of the
― verification that no depotting mouth leads to the basement or ground floor of a building occupied by third parties.
B. - For installations regularly reported prior to 1 July 2009 under section 1434 and under section 1435 at its creation, the following distance distance distances, measured horizontally from the walls of the distribution unit nearest to the facilities listed below, are observed:
17 metres from an establishment receiving the public from 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th category, this distance is reduced to 15 metres for facilities existing on 3 August 2003;
5 meters from the main outcome of an establishment receiving the public from the 5th class (sale store dependent on the facility, etc.) with for facilities declared after 5 August 2003, the obligation of a rear or lateral emergency exit allowing the evacuation of the public, without exposure to less than 17 meters from the distribution apparatus;
17 metres from a building inhabited or occupied by third parties, outside the facility or from an outside facility at the facility with fire or explosion risks or from a building inhabited or occupied by third parties under which the facility is located. This distance is reduced to 10 metres for existing facilities as of 3 August 2003;
5 meters from the exits or openings of the premises that can accommodate the public in the facility; This distance may, in the case of "2-stroke" fuel distribution devices, be reduced to 2 metres. However, in this case, the facilities reported after 3 August 2003 have a rear emergency exit (construction opposed to distribution or lateral appliances allowing public evacuation, without exposure to any thermal flux in the event of a fire;
5 metres from the limits of the public track and the limits of the facility, this distance may be reduced to 1.5 metres on one side, when the limit is made by a firewall of 2 hours of 2.5 metres high or when the flammable liquids distributed are of category C under section 1430 of the nomenclature of classified facilities. This provision is not applicable to facilities reported prior to January 1, 1985 under section 1434.
In the case of the existence or establishment of a firewall REI 120 of a height of 2.50 metres and located at least 5 metres from the distribution unit nearest to the establishment concerned, the minimum distance distance distances are thus reduced for facilities declared after 3 August 2003:
12 meters from the exits of an establishment receiving the public from 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th category;
12 metres from a building inhabited or occupied by third parties, outside the facility or from an outside facility at the facility with fire or explosion risks or from a building inhabited or occupied by third parties under which the facility is located.
The principle of distance distances above also applies to distances measured from the boundary of the depot area nearest to the establishment concerned for facilities reported after August 3, 2003. When it comes to establishments or buildings outside the classified facility, the above minimum distances are observed at the prefecture reporting date.
For new installations, facilities declared after 1 July 2009 under section 1434 of the nomenclature of the facilities classified and falling under section 1435 to its creation, as well as extensions or modifications of the existing installations regularly declared requiring the filing of a new declaration pursuant to section R. 512-54 of the Environmental Code, the minimum distances from the establishment (in metres) to respect
| Storage | 19 | 17 | 14 |
| Secure storage | 13 (wind) 16 (automatic termination) | 14 | 11 |
| Distribution | 17 | 14, 18, 21, 23 (*) | 11 |
| Secured distribution | 13 | 11, 15, 17, 19 (*) | 8 |
| (*) These distances agree respectively to: - car distribution; – weight-blurd distribution limited to 2.5 cubic metres per hour; – the weight-blurd distribution greater than 2.5 cubic metres per hour and less than 8 cubic metres per hour; – weight-blurd distribution greater than or equal to 8 cubic metres per hour. | |||
2.7. Electrical installations
The electrical installation includes a general cut-off device to interrupt, in the event of a false manoeuvre, incident or non-observance of the safety instructions, the entire electrical circuit, with the exception of emergency lighting systems not likely to cause an explosion, and to obtain the total shutdown of the fuel distribution. A test of the general cut-off device is performed at least once a year.
Subject of control:
- presence of a general cut-off device;
― presentation of the proof of completion of the annual test of good operation.
2.9. Retention of work areas and premises
Except for the store and the annexed reserve area, the soil of areas and premises for the storage or handling of hazardous materials for man or likely to create pollution of water or soil is waterproof, incombustible and equipped so that it can collect washwater and diffuse materials accidentally. A device that prevents the spread of materials outside or in other areas or premises is provided.
Subject of control:
- presence of a device preventing the spread of hazardous materials accidentally spread.
4. Risks
4.2. Fire fighting means
In general, the facility is equipped with appropriate fire-fighting capabilities and at least protected as follows:
- two fire appliances (flags or fire poles) with a nominal DN 100 diameter located less than 100 metres from the service station (the distances are measured by the tracks practicable to emergency equipment). These devices are powered by a public or private network that is able to provide a minimum flow rate of 120 cubic metres per hour for at least two hours; the minimum dynamic pressure of fire appliances is 1 bar without exceeding 8 bar.
The flow and amount of extinction and cooling water required shall be calculated in accordance with the aforementioned technical document D 9;
a fire alarm system (or any means to alert fire and rescue services in the case of unattended installations);
- on each distribution islet, a manual system commanding an optical or sound alarm in the event of an incident;
- a device to remind third parties at any time of safety instructions and conduct to be held in the event of a danger or incident, if necessary through one or more speakers;
- for each distribution islet, of an approved extinguisher 233 B; for aviation, the extinguisher complies with the provisions of the decree of 23 January 1980 referred to above;
- for the range of distribution of service stations and close to the mouths of flammable liquids from a supply of incombustible absorbent product in quantity adapted to the risk, without being less than 100 litres, of the means necessary for its implementation; the absorbent product reserve is protected by lid or by any device to shelter the absorbent product from the weather;
- for each technical room, an extinguisher approved 233 B;
- for the storage of goods and the basement, an extinguisher approved 21 A-144 B 1 or an extinguisher approved 21 A-233 B and C;
- for the electric board, a carbon dioxide extinguisher (2 kilograms);
―on installation, at least one special anti-fire cover.
The above-mentioned devices are in sufficient numbers and correctly distributed and, in all cases, extinction agents are compatible with ethanol fuels.
For distribution facilities, fire control means prescribed in the preceding paragraphs may be replaced by automatic extinguishing devices with at least equivalent efficiency.
This type of device is mandatory for non-monitored self-service facilities and for facilities located under buildings inhabited or occupied by third parties. This provision is mandatory as of 30 June 2010 for existing facilities.
An easy-to-access manual implementation control doubles the automatic fire-proofing device. This order is installed outside the distribution area in a place accessible to the prospective operator, as well as to any other person.
In accordance with existing repositories and at least once a year, all devices are maintained by a competent technician and their proper operation.
Subject of control:
- presence of fire-fighting means;
- presentation of annual maintenance and audit reports.
4.3. Risk location
The operator shall identify and report by a conventional panel, under its responsibility, the parts of the facility that, because of the qualitative and quantitative characteristics of the material being implemented, stored, used or produced, are likely to cause a disaster that may have direct or indirect consequences on the environment, public safety or the maintenance of the facility.
Subject of control:
- presentation of the census document;
- presence of the corresponding panels.
4.7. Safety signs
Without prejudice to the provisions of Labour code, instructions specifying the terms and conditions for the application of the provisions of this Order shall be established, kept up-to-date and made available to staff in places frequented by staff. These instructions include:
- the prohibition to bring fire, in any form, in the parts of the installation referred to in paragraph 4.3., "Inflicted" and "Explosive Atmospheres";
- the obligation of the "prevention plan" for the parts of the facility referred to in 4.3;
- the procedures for stopping the emergency and security of the facility;
- measures to be taken in the event of leakage on a container or pipeline containing dangerous substances, including the conditions of release provided for in 5.7;
– the precautions to be taken with the use and storage of incompatible products;
- means of extinction to be used in the event of a fire;
- the alert procedure with the telephone numbers of the facility's response officer, fire and rescue services, etc.
Subject of control:
― display of records in places frequented by staff.
4.9. Development and construction of distribution equipment
4.9.3. Flexible
The distribution hoses conform to the NF EN 1360 standard of November 2005 (for aviation, the hoses will conform to the provisions of the specific standard in force). The hoses are maintained in good working condition and replaced no later than six years after their manufacturing date. In the case of self-service facilities, hoses other than those with a large length and intended for the transfer of diesel and aviation fuels are equipped with devices so that they do not drag on the range.
Maintenance and verification reports will be made available for inspection of classified facilities. An appropriate device prevents the hose from undergoing wear due to repeated contact with the ground. The hose is changed after any degradation.
For liquid hydrocarbons, while awaiting technical advances, only the distribution devices installed after 3 August 2003 and a flow of less than 4.8 m3/h are equipped with an anti-drug device of the coupling-cashing type hose.
Subject of control:
― state and date of replacement of hoses;
– not rubbing on the ground with hoses.
4.9.4. Security arrangements
For the distribution and storage of superethanol, flame arrests are systematically provided at all points where an explosion transmission to the tanks is possible.
All flame arresters of the vapour recovery circuit for the distribution and storage of superethanol comply with EN 12874 of January 2001 or any equivalent standard in force in the European Community, the European Economic Area and Turkey.
Subject of control:
- presence of flame arrests;
- presentation of the proof of compliance with EN 12874.
4.10. Tanks and pipes
4.10.1. Air storage of flammable liquids
The permanent use of portable tanks for fixed storage purposes is prohibited.
Any air storage of flammable liquids that may create pollution of water or soil shall be associated with a retention capacity whose volume shall be at least equal to the largest of the following two values:
100% of the capacity of the largest tank;
50% of the overall capacity of the associated tanks.
When the storage is made exclusively of receptacles of unit capacity less than or equal to 250 litres, allowed for transport, the minimum volume of retention is at least equal to:
50% of the total capacity of the receptacles in the case of flammable liquids, with the exception of lubricants;
20% of the total capacity of the receptacles in other cases.
In all cases equal to a minimum of 800 litres, or equal to the total capacity when it is less than 800 litres.
The retention capacity is waterproof to the products it could contain and resist the physical and chemical action of the fluids. The same applies to the shut-off device that must be kept closed in normal conditions. The retention capacity and the shut-off device are periodically checked.
Containers or containers containing products that can react dangerously together are not associated with the same retention bowl.
This provision does not apply to wastewater treatment basins.
Fixed tanks are equipped with level gauges.
Subject of control:
- lack of permanent fixed storage in mobile tanks;
sufficient retention volume;
- control of the aspect of the retention bowl, absence of crack;
– presence of level gauges on tanks.
4.10.2. Cases of buried storage of flammable liquids
"The buried tanks and the buried pipes associated, even unclassified, comply with the requirements set out in the aforementioned 18 April 2008 Order. »
Reservoirs:
"The buried tanks are made of steel or composite material, with double envelopes and conform to the standard applicable to them. They are equipped with a leak detection system between the two envelopes which automatically triggers a visual and audible alarm in case of leakage. This leak detection system conforms to EN 13160 in the current version on the day of its commissioning or any equivalent standard in force in the European Community or the European Economic Area. The leak detector and its accessories are accessible to facilitate their control. »
Subject of control:
– double envelope tanks;
– equipped with a leak detector, which is accessible, for facilities reported as of January 1, 2009.
Events :
"Every tank is equipped with one or more fixed vent tubes of a total section not less than one-quarter of the sum of the filling pipe sections. When the installation is not covered by the vapour recovery provisions, vents are open to open air without tap or shutter.
Vents of tanks or compartments of a tank that contain products not subject to vapour recovery provisions are independent or isolated from vents subject to vapour recovery provisions, including in the event of a change in tank assignment. »
Purpose of control (for facilities declared or authorized after 18 July 1998, only):
- vents are open to open air without tap or shutter;
― vents subject to vapour recovery are separated from other vents.
Tuyauteries:
"A low point (derivation box, receptacle at the tank manhole) is used to collect any product flow in case of leakage of the piping. This low point is provided with a look to verify the absence of a product or steam and is far from any naked fire.
A check of the absence of liquid is carried out weekly at the aforementioned low point. A formalized monitoring of these controls is carried out and is available for inspection of classified facilities and the periodic inspection body.
The buried pipes that are not equipped with a second envelope and a leak detection system between the two envelopes that automatically trigger a visual and audible alarm in the event of leakage are subject to a leakage check every 10 years by an approved body according to the provisions of the April 18, 2008. »
Subject of control:
- presence of the low point to collect product flows in the event of leakage (for facilities declared or authorized after November 21, 2008, only);
- presentation of the regular follow-up of these low points (for facilities reported or authorized after November 21, 2008, only);
― presentation of leakproofness test certificates of single envelope pipes.
Leak detector:
"The leak detection systems of tanks and pipes are Class I or II within the meaning of EN 13160 in its version in force on the date of commissioning of the system or any equivalent standard in force in the European Community or the European Economic Area.
The visual and sound alarms of the leak detector are placed so as to be seen and heard by the operator staff.
The leak detection system is controlled and tested by an approved body according to the provisions of the order dated 18 April 2008 from its installation and every five years. The result of the last check and its validity period are displayed near the tank's dump mouth.
Between two controls by an approved body according to the provisions of the April 18, 2008, the operation of the alarms is tested annually by the operator without dismantling the leak detection device. A formalized monitoring of these controls is carried out and is available for inspection of classified facilities and the periodic inspection body. »
Subject of control:
- leak detection systems conform to the standard in effect on the date of commissioning (for facilities declared or authorized after November 21, 2008, only);
― positioning of visual and sound alarms to be seen and heard by staff;
- presentation of audit certificates every five years and display of the last control near the dump mouth;
― presentation of the operator's annual alarm test file.
Single envelope tanks:
"Simple shells, stratified or not, as well as masonry pit tanks, are subject to a leak-tightness check every five years by an approved body according to the provisions of the Order of April 18, 2008.
A degassing, cleaning and visual inspection of the tank is carried out prior to the leakage control by an organization whose conduct of a safety approach has been audited against a repository recognized by the Minister responsible for classified facilities.
The first sealing check is performed by December 31, 2009.
Single shell tanks, stratified or not, are monitored by the operator of the volume of product present in the tank by manual or electronic gauge at a regular frequency not exceeding one week. On this occasion, the absence of liquid at the low points is also controlled.
A formalized monitoring of these controls is carried out and is available for inspection of classified facilities and the periodic inspection body. »
Subject of control:
- presentation of test certificates by an accredited body;
- presentation of cleaning/degassing certificates and internal visit by an authorized body;
- date and periodicity of compliance;
― presentation of the weekly liquid flow tracking file and the absence of liquid at the bottom of the masonate pit tanks.
5. Water
5.10. Storage or distribution areas
The liquids thus collected are processed by means of a hydrocarbon separator with an automatic shut-off device. This separator is designed and dimensioned to evacuate a minimum flow rate of 45 litres per hour, per square metre of the area under consideration, without the training of flammable liquids. The separators shall conform to the standard in force at the time of installation. The separator is cleaned by an authorized entity as often as necessary, and in all cases at least once a year. This cleaning consists of the draining of hydrocarbons and muds as well as checking the correct operation of the shutter. The authorized entity provides evidence of the destruction or reprocessing of waste released. The oil separator and decanter cleaning sheets and the compliance certificate to the current standard are made available to the inspector of classified facilities and the periodic inspection body.
Subject of control:
- presence of the decanter-separator;
― presentation of cleaning follow-up sheets and the decanter's compliance certificate.
6. Air. ― Odeurs
6.1. Steam recovery
6.1.1. Retrieving vapours in filling
storage facilities
During the unloading of fuel in category B of section 1430 of a transport tank in the storage facilities of the service stations, the vapours generated by the displacement of the fuel are returned to the transport tank by means of a steam-tight connection hose. During this operation, a device is put in place so that these vapours do not escape by the vent of the storage tank of the service station.
Subject of control:
- the presence of a vapour evacuation mouth for the fuel of category B of section 1430 to be connected to the transport tank;
– presence of vents for category B fuels that do not lead to the atmosphere.
6.1.2. Retrieval of steames related to refuelling
of motor vehicles
Service stations with a distributed volume of more than 500 cubic metres per year are equipped with active vapour recovery systems to allow the return of at least 80% of the vapours to the stationary tanks of the gas stations. This provision is applicable:
- from the day after the date of publication of this Order for new facilities;
- from the day after the date of publication of this Order for existing stations with a flow rate of more than 3,000 cubic metres per year and for stations with a first flow rate of 500 cubic metres per year after 4 July 2001;
- September 30 of the year following the calendar year in which the flow rate exceeded 500 cubic metres for facilities with a flow rate of less than 500 cubic metres per year since July 4, 2001 until the day after the date of publication of this Order;
– no later than January 1, 2016 for other facilities.
This recovery rate is increased to 90%:
―from the day after the date of publication of this Order for new facilities and facilities on the ground floor of a building inhabited or occupied by third parties or in basement subject to a substantial amendment requiring a new declaration under section R. 512-54 of the Environmental Code;
- January 1, 2016 for existing service stations with a flow rate of more than 3,000 cubic metres per year;
- January 1, 2020 for existing service stations with a flow rate of more than 1,000 cubic metres per year.
Fuel vapour recovery systems consist of four types of equipment:
– a filling pistol whose depression system is open to the atmosphere;
– a coaxial-type hose or equivalent guarantees to convey both fuel and steam;
- a depressing organ to assist the aspiration of the vapours of the tank of the vehicle to transfer them to the tank of the gas station;
- a control device to control the relationship between the aspirated vapour flow and the distributed fuel flow.
6.1.2.6. Maintenance of the recovery system
The operator shall ensure the proper operation of its installation and shall carry out before the operation of the vapour recovery system, after any repair of the system and then at least once every six months, for facilities that do not have a closed-loop electronic control system and every three years for facilities with a closed-loop electronic control system, an on-site inspection by a competent and independent body, in accordance with the provisions of Annex III. The results of these measures are made available to the inspector of classified facilities and the periodic inspection body for at least six years.
Subject of control:
• presence of a filling pistol whose depression system is open to the atmosphere;
- presence of a coaxial type hose or equivalent guarantees;
– presence of vapour aspiration pumps;
― presentation of the last installation control certificate.
7. Waste
7.2. Circuit controls
The operator shall be bound to the registry, waste disposal declaration and monitoring slip obligations under the conditions set by the regulations.
Subject of control:
- submission of records for the disposal of wastes and tracking slips.
Done in Paris, April 15, 2010.
For the Minister and by delegation:
Director General
risk prevention,
L. Michel
