Emergency Response Data Sheet

Water Master Process

Section 1:  Technology Identity

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer’s Name and Address

Environmental Technologies, Inc.

124 Highway 321

Jefferson, NC  26543

Primary Emergency Contact:

Bob Stanley

904.336.2499 (W)

904.336.1534 (H)

904.533.4876 (Pager)

904.544.9283 (Cell Phone)

Information Contact:

Bob Bowen

904.336.2499 (W)

rabowen@eti.com

Secondary Emergency Contact:

Susie Pendergas

904.336.2499 (W)

904.336.3822 (H)

904.533.3579 (Pager)

Operator Information

Operator’s Name and Address

EnviroClean, Inc.

4851 Washington Street, West

Charleston, WV  25442

Primary Emergency Contact:

Mike Richie

304.343.8911 (W)

304.757.3444 (H)

304.546.5682 (Pager)

304.556.3046 (Cell Phone)

Information Contact:

Larry Trent

304.343.8911 (W)

lstrent@eclean.com

Secondary Emergency Contact:

Ralph Henderson

304.343.8911 (W)

304.346.8789 (H)

304.546.2324 (Pager)

Other Names for Technology:

(None)

ERDS Prepared by:

Barbara Cable

EnviroClean, Inc.

4851 Washington Street, West

Charleston, WV  25442

304.343.8911

Origination Date:  3-25-99

Revision Date:       

Revision Number:  0

Section 2:  Site Information

Facility Information

Facility where technology is deployed:

Pegasus Chemical Company

Route 51 North

Springfield, WV  25234

Primary Emergency Entrance Gate:

Construction Gate

Secondary Emergency Entrance Gate:

Main Gate

Facility’s Primary Emergency Contact:

Steve Caruthers

304.883.1301 (W)

304.255.2385 (H)

304.766.4578 (Pager)

304.788.9134 (Cell Phone)

Facility’s Secondary Emergency Contact:

Bill Ham

304.883.1314 (W)

304.255.8348 (H)

304.788.7053 (Cell Phone)

Facility’s Environmental Contact:

Don Noon

304.883.1325 (W)

304.255.3973 (H)

304.766.8040 (Pager)

Facility’s Medical Contact

Mary White, RN

304.883.1387 (W)

304.255.5231 (H)

304.766.1357 (Pager)

Operator information

Operator’s Primary Emergency Contact:

Jack Stein

304.255.1273 (W)

304.255.3629 (H)

304.766.9832 (Pager)

304.788.0035 (Cell Phone)

Operator’s Secondary Emergency Contact:

Larry Plentavich

304.255.1274 (W)

304.255.7384 (H)

304.766.6742 (Pager)

Section 3:  Emergency Actions

Approach the unit and setup the command post upwind of the unit.  Avoid low areas. 

Poisonous fumes and flammable materials may be present.

Vapor clouds of the materials may explode if an ignition source is present.

When burning, the materials present form phosgene gas which is deadly even at concentrations below the sence of smell threshold, chlorine and hydrogen chloride.

Some materials are poisonous if ingested or absorbed through the skin. 

Keep unnecessary people away;  isolate hazard area and deny entry.

SCBA and chemical protective suit is required.  Structural firefighters protective clothing is not effective for these materials.

Evacuate an area at least 500 feet in all directions, 1500 feet if the quantity released is large or there is a fire.

An order for Shelter-In-Place for a distance up to 5.5 miles in all directions should be given if the amount of material released is large, or there is a fire.

Ventilate confined or closed spaces before entering.

Keep exposed victims under medical observation.  Effects may be delayed.            

Section 4:  First Aid

Remove victim to fresh air.

If not breathing, give artificial respiration; if breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

In case of contact with the material, immediately flush skin or eyes with water for 15 minutes.

Speed in removing materials from the skin is of extreme importance.

Do not remove melted clothing or other material from skin.

Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes at the site.

Keep victim quiet and maintain body temperature.

Perform first aid as indicated by the nature of the injury.

Effects may be delayed.  Keep victim under observation.      

Section 5:  Process Description

The Water Master® process is used to remove volatile organic compounds (VOC) from wastewater or groundwater by means of steam distillation.  In this application, recovery wells with submerged pumps, pump groundwater to a 30,000 gallon API low pressure storage tank fitted with a frangable roof and ASEM approved pressure relief devices with flame arrestors.  The water contains organics and the vapors above the water level are flammable.

 The required steam is provided by a LPG  fired packaged boiler.  The fuel for this boiler is stored in an ASME approved horizontal vessel with a 350 psig operating pressure.  It is protected by a 4" pressure relief device sized based on fire.  A water spray system is provided for this tank and is connected into the facilities firewater header.  Area monitors are also provided to alarm on high concentrations of flammables in the air.  The potential for a BLEVE exists if there is a fire in the area.

The overheads from the still are condensed and sub-cooled in an air cooled heat exchanger.  The condensate is pumped to a 20,000 gallon API low pressure storage tank fitted with ASME approved relief devices sized for fire exposure and flame arrestors.  The condensate is then pumped to tank trucks for delivery to a hazardous waste treatment facility.  This condensate may be flammable and produces phosgene when it burns.

The non-condensibles from the still condenser are vented to an activated carbon, packed bed absorber where the final remnannts of organics are removed prior to venting to the atmosphere.  The absorber contains combustible and probably flammable materials.

The bottoms from the still flow through an air cooled heat exchanger to a process sewer which flows to the facilities wastewater treatment plant.  The sewer is sealed and contains traps to prevent propogation of fires through the system.

Equipment description:  The distillation column is 24 inches in diameter and thirty feet tall.  It is packed with twenty feet of 2 inch FEP packing which is capable of handling waste water containing up to 5% by volume solids.  It is ASME stamped and rated for full vacuum to 50 psig.  It is equipped with a 2 inch, ASME approved release device that is sized based on blocked outlets.  The shell and tube thermosiphon reboiler is ASME stamped and rated for full vacuum to 50 psig on the process (tube) side, and full vacuum to 150 psig on the steam (shell) side.  The shell side is equipped with a 2 inch ASME approved relief device set at 150 psig.  The overheads condenser and bottoms cooler are finned tube, air cooled exchangers which are ASME stamped and rated for  full vacuum to 150 psig.  The overheads condenser is not isolable and has no pressure relief device.  The bottoms cooler is protected with an ASME approved 1 inch relief device set at 150 psig.

All of the instrumentation is electronic with pneumatically operated valves.  All instrumentation fails to a safe position.  All field instrumentation is intrinsically safe, Class I, Division 1.

All motors are 440/220 volt, 3 phase, Class I Division 2.  The lighting and auxiliary electrical is 120 volt, single phase, Class I Division 2.

The distillation column, reboiler, and heat exchangers are mounted in a four level structure 10 feet by 12 feet by 60 feet tall.  It is shipped on a flat bed truck and requires two 90 ton or larger cranes for off-loading.  The packaged boiler is skid mounted and is 12 feet wide and 40 feet long.       

Section 7:  Fire and Explosion Data

Fire and Explosion Hazards:

Some of the materials are extremely flammable;  may be ignited by heat, sparks, or flames.

Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.

Tanks may explode from the heat of the fire.

Vapor explosion and poison hazards exist indoors, outdoors and in sewers.

Fires produce fumes containing poisonous phosgene, chlorine and hydrogen chloride

Some materials react violently with:  strong alkalies such as barium, lithium, sodium, and potassium metal;  powered aluminium and magnesium;  aluminum and magnesium metals at elevated temperatures;  and alcohols.   

Small Fires:

Dry chemical, water spray or regular foam

Large Fires:

Water spray, fog or regular foam.

Fight fire from the maximum distance.

Dike fire control water for later disposal;  do not scatter the material.

Apply cooling water to sides of vessels involved and in the area until well after the flames are out.

Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting pressure relief device or discoloration of vessel due to fire.

Extinguishing Media:

Water spray, fog or regular foam.

DO NOT USE FOAMS CONTAINING ALCOHOLS!!

Special Fire Fighting Procedures:

Fight fires from the greatest distance possible.

SCBA required;  dangerous concentrations of phosgene can not be detected by smell.

Level B protection (at a minimum) required in the proximity of the process.  Splashed material on skin is poisonous.

Contain fire suppression water with diking for later disposal.

Do not use strong streams of water that would disperse the materials.

Flammability Data:  

Material

LEL, %

UEL, %

Flash Point, °F

Auto Ignition, °F

Methyl Chloride

7.6

19

<32

1170

Methylene Chloride

12

25

NA

1033

Methanol

6

36

54

725

Chloroform

NF

Carbon Tetrachloride

NF

LPG

2.2

9.5

-156

842

NF = Nonflammable

NA = Not Available

Section 8:  Personal Protective Equipment

Normal Operation

Hard hat;  Safety glasses with permenant side shields;  Safety shoes;  Long sleeved shirt;  Gloves (polyethylene lined, viton, vinyl or neoprene.

Carry splash goggles, and supplied air emergency escape respirator.

Emergency Requirements

SCBA when concentrations exceed TWA or ceiling.

Level A total encapsulating impervious suit (copolymer film) when concentrations exceed TWA or ceiling, and there is a potential for contact with liquid or vaporous materials.

Level B impervious clothing (copolymer film) to be worn under structural firefighter's protective clothing when in proximity of the process.

Section 9:  Chemical Dangers

Health Hazards:

Avoid inhalation or contact with materials.  All pose serious health hazards including the potential for long lasting affects or death.  Fires produce fumes containing chlorine, phosgene and hydrogen chloride which are poisonous.  Some materials are readilly absorbed through the skin and are also poisonous.   

Hazardous materials used by the technology:

LPG

Hazardous materials that are present at the remediation site:

Methyl Chloride;  Methylene Chloride;  Chloroform;  Carbon Tetrachloride;   and Methanol are present in the groundwater and throughout the technology's vessels.  These materials are present both in the liquid state and as vapors.  In addition, the adjacent chloromethane process contains chlorine, hydrogen chloride and a highly toxic powdered catalyst.

Hazardous materials that may be generated by the technology:

None, but phosgene, chlorine and hydrogen chloride are generated when any of the materials burn.

Properties of hazardous materials:

The groundwater contains disolved and suspended organics.  A non-aquaaous layer of materials may form in the bottom of the groundwater storage tank.

Flammable liquids and vapors are present throughout the process.  Vapor clouds of material are explosive.

The LPG tank has the potential for a BLEVE.

AVOID USING SPARK, FLAME, or other IGNITION GENERATING SOURCES.

Personal Hazard Data:             

Material

Identification Number

ERPG-1

ERPG-2

ERPG-3

PEL (ppm)

NFPA

Registry

CAS

ICSC

UN

(mg/m3)

(ppm)

(mg/m3)

(ppm)

(mg/m3)

(ppm)

TWA

STEL

IDLH

Carbon Tetrachloride

56-23-5

0024

1846

126

20

629

100

4718

750

2

10

200

3-0-0

Chlorine

7782-50-5

0126

1017

3

1

9

3

58

20

.5

1

10

3-0-0-OXY

Chloroform

67-66-3

0027

1888

10

2

244

50

2440

5000

10

50

1000

3-0-0

Hydrogen Chloride

7647-01-0

0163

1050

4

3

30

20

224

150

.5

5

50

3-0-0

Methanol

67-56-1

0057

1230

262

200

1310

1000

6551

5000

200

250

25,000

1-3-0

Methyl Chloride

74-87-3

0419

1063

206

100

824

400

2060

1000

50

100

2000

2-4-0

Methylene Chloride

75-09-2

0058

1593

694

200

2605

750

13,880

4000

75

500

2300

2-1-0

Phosgene

75-44-5

0007

1076

.8

.2

1.6

.4

4

1

.1

.2

2

4-0-0

LPG

74-98-6

0319

1978

3780

2100

3780

2100

3780

2100

1000

1000

2100

1-4-0

Section 10:  Physical Dangers

Hazardous Operating Conditions:

There are no severe hazards associated with the operating conditions.  Several of the pieces of equipment operate at 200 to 500 deg. F, but are all insulated.  120 psig stream is generated in the boiler and used in the process

Hazardous Equipment:

There are several pieces of rotating equipment in the process but guards are installed on all of them.  All of the equipment is skid mounted with overhead piping and cables connecting them.  Due to the tempory nature of this unit, the supports for these pipes and cables are minimal and can be damaged if struck by moving equipment.  No hoses are used except to load trucks with the recovered organics.

Hazardous Effects of Natural Occurrences:

Low or no wind conditions will allow the toxic and flammable vapors from spills or the fumes from fires to concentrate in the area.  Rain will tend to wash vapors and fumes from the air and contain them to the site.

Proximity to Other Hazards:

The Water Master unit is located about 75 feet east of the Chloromethanes unit, which contains large quantities of the same materials that are present in the Water Master unit.  In addition, product storage tanks are located in a diked area about 100 feet south of the Water Master unit.  Efforts must be made to contain any fires in the Water Master unit to that unit.  In case of fire, it may also be necessary to provide water spray cooling to vessels on the east end of the Chloromethans unit, or the product storage tanks.  Be alert for pressure relief devices venting from the Chloromethanes unit and withdraw immediately if this occurs.

There are two storm sewers in the area that flow to the Ohio river.  These must be diked off (if it can be done safely) in case of a major leak or fire.  The unit itself is provided with a tempory earth dike.       

Section 11:  Monitoring Requirements

Medical Monitoring

Hazardous Materials to be Monitored:

Phosgene, if there is a fire

Methodology to be used:

Indicating badge to be worn by all responders when not wearing SCBA

Monitoring results feedback:

Check color of badge at least every 15 minutes.  Check the color of the badges worn by other responders in the area.  Withdraw immediately if the badge color indicates approaching over exposure level.       

Indications of Overexposure:

Cough;  bloody, frothy sputum;  burning sensation of the nose or throat;  chest pain;  nausea, vomiting;  difficulty breathing;  dizziness;  unconsciousness;  death.  Withdraw from area immediately.  Seek medical attention immediately.  Effects may be delayed up to 72 hours.

Area Monitoring

Hazardous Materials to be Monitored:

Phosgene, hydrogen chloride, methyl chloride.

Methodology to be used:

Chemical absorbent tubes.

Monitoring results feedback:

Report results to incident commander for determining the extent of the hazard area.

Indications of Overexposure:  Cough;  bloody, frothy sputum;  burning sensation of the nose or throat;  chest pain;  nausea, vomiting;  difficulty breathing;  dizziness;  unconsciousness;  death.

Section 12:  Spill and Leak Procedures

PPE Requirements:

Liquid spills:  Level B chemical resisatant (copolymer film) clothing and SCBA.  Wear copolymer glove liners.

Vapor releases:  Level A chemical resistant (copolymer film) totally encapsulating suit, and SCBA.

Actions to take:

Stop the leak if it can be done safely.  Eliminate ignition sources.  Keep combustible materials away from spilled materials.  Do not touch or walk through spilled materials.   

Containment Requirements:

Contain spills by diking for later removal and disposal.

Neutralization Requirements:

Apply soda ash (dry powder or granuals of sodium carbonate) to neutralize acids that form from hydrolysis of these materials.

Waste Handling Requirements:

If possible, pump spilled liquid to steel drums, tanks, tanker truck or rail car.  Cover all remaining material with dry sand to absorb it.  Scoop up sand-material mixture and place in sealed containers.

DO NOT USE PLASTIC CONTAINERS.  THEY MAY DISOLVE!!

DO NOT USE A VACUUM TRUCK!!  FLAMMABLES PRESENT MAY EXPLODE!!

Waste Labeling Requirements:

Apply hazardous waste identification tag or label on EVERY container.  Show the date placed in the container and describe it as:  mixed chlorinated hydrocarbon waste - flammable, EPA number, K103.

Waste Disposal Requirements:

Dispose of waste only at licensed, approved hazardous waste disposal facility.  Waste should be transported as soon as possible, and MUST BE SHIPPED WITHIN 90 DAYS.

Section 13:  Decontamination Requirements:

Emergency Response Personnel Decontamination

PPE Requirements for Decontamination Personnel:

One level below that of the responder.

Location for Decontamination:

Use the safety showers located in the Chloromethanes unit, or if not available, Use any of the concrete pads in the Chloromethanes unit.

Decontamination Procedures:

Spray with clean water and scrub with strong detergent or Trisodium phosphate (TSP).  Rinse with clean water.  Remove protective clothing and allow to air dry.  DO NOT PILE UP ON GROUND.  Remaining traces of solvents may damage the protective clothing.  Gently dry skin with clean towels.  Personnel are then to immediately take a complete shower using mild soap.  The facilities north shower room should be used for this.  Personal clothing will be laundered by the facility.  CONTAMINATED CLOTHING MUST NOT BE REMOVED FROM THE FACILITY!!.

Containment Methodology:

All of the safety showers and concrete pads in the Chloromethanes unit drain to process sewers that flow to the Waste Treatment unit.  This unit will remove any contaminates contained in the wastewater.

Waste Handling:

All solid wastes generated during the response effort (disposable coveralls, paper towels, tissues, etc), are to be placed in sealed plastic bags and then placed in sealed drums.  Apply a hazardous waste label or tag on the drums showing the date and describe the contents as misc. combustible waste, EPA number S-12.

Technology and Emergency Response Equipment Decontamination

PPE Requirements for Decontamination Personnel:

Level B chemical protective clothing.

Location for Decontamination:

Use the concrete pad near the main product storage tanks.  Small items can be decontaminated on the concrete pads in the Chrolomethane unit.

Decontamination Procedures:

Spray with clear water and scrub with strong detergent or Trisodium phosphate (TSP).  Rinse with clean water.  Allow equipment to air dry.  DO NOT PILE UP ON GROUND.  Remaining traces of solvents may damage the materials.

Containment Methodology:

All of the safety showers and concrete pads in the Chloromethanes unit drain to process sewers that flow to the Waste Treatment unit.  This unit will remove any contaminates contained in the wastewater.

Waste Handling:

All solid wastes generated during the response effort (disposable coveralls, paper towels, tissues, etc), are to be placed in sealed plastic bags and then placed in sealed drums.  Apply a hazardous waste label or tag on the drums showing the date and describe the contents as misc. combustable waste, EPA number S-12.

Accident Victim Decontamination

PPE Requirements for Decontamination Personnel:

Latex or vinyl gloves, face shield, rubber or vinyl apron, if a chemical odor is present, use a respirator with organic vapor cartridge.

Location for Decontamination:

At scene, if possible.  Contaminated clothing and shoes must be removes as quickly as possible.  Use Plant Clinic or emergency room if injuries prohibit decontamination at the scene.

Decontamination Procedures:

Remove all clothing and shoes.  Do not remove melted material adhereing to the body.  Wash entire body with soap and water.  Keep victim warm.

Containment Methodology:

Due to the small quantities of contaminants that will be present on the body, no special containment procedures are needed.

Waste Handling:

Remove personal items from clothing and place in a sealed plastic bag labeled with the name of the victim.  Place the clothing and shoes in a sealed plastic bag and label it as hazardous waste.  It is to be disposed of as noted above.  The personal items may need to be washed or discarded before returning them to the victim.