Into-plane_Refueling_Services_-_Statement_of_Work_(BDSC)_&_Fuel_Bladders.pdf

The following statement of work for into-plane refueling support at Baghdad Diplomatic

Support Center (BDSC) and to incorporate the E1.09 Rapid Refueling Requirements (June

2014). The SOW for the operation and maintenance of the DoS Fuel Bladder is incorporated by reference.

CLIN: the following new line item is incorporated:

0023 - Jet Petroleum 8 (JP8), estimated quantity: 1,620,000 US gallons

Into-plane, Into-truck and Rapid Refueling modes of refueling operation will be available to the

Customer.

BACKGROUND: Baghdad Diplomatic Support Center (BDSC) is the Department of State

Airfield point of entry. Approximately 95% percent of aircrafts fueled at BDSC are United States

Department of Defense, (DOD) with the remaining 5% being Department of State, (DOS) and

Coalition Forces. All fuel supplies for DOD and DOS aircrafts at Baghdad Diplomatic Support

Center (BDSC) require the Prime Minister National Operating Center’s (PMNOC) approval and access.

BDSC Concept of Support: The contractor shall utilize the current approved refueler operator and local trucking services to supply and transport Jet A1 from the local refinery/source or

Baghdad International Airport storage to Baghdad Diplomatic Support Center and download into contractor operating stocks, (PMNOC Approval required). At BDSC the contractor shall have the capability to blend additives in order to convert Jet A1 to JP8. Contractor is responsible for supplying all required additives.

The contractor will require a minimum of six refueling operators and two site supervisors located at the BDSC site. DOS/DOD will provide the necessary life support services for the contractors’ employees.

The contractor shall maintain a 24-hour/7-days a week operation with rapid refueling military capability.

REFUELER OPERATOR:

The contractor shall not change subcontractor / refueler operator without the expressed written consent and approval of the DLA-Energy contracting officer. Delivery Operations - the hours of operation will be 24 hours per day, 7 days a week.

PMNOC: The PMNOC approval is required in order to push fuel along applicable ground routes. Without this approval, Iraqi contracted suppliers are not authorized to conduct fuel distribution in Iraq. The PMNOC approval process is initiated when the contractor submits a fuel movement request to the Logistics Management Center (LMC) which has approximately 48hrs to process. Following the LMCs processing, the contractor’s request is then forwarded to the

PMNOC. Once approved by the PMNOC the request is forwarded simultaneously to both the Oil

Police and Central Joint Operating Center (CJOC) which are responsible for fuel accountability and distribution.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Contractor shall provide and manage bulk fuel storage at BDSC – minimum of 75K US

Gallons onsite at all times, with the ability to store up to 150K gallons (3 x 50k Bags).

Alternatively, the contractor may elect to provide an on-site bag configuration of 2 x 132k and 1 x 50k US Gallon bags if approved by BDSC Management. Under this scenario, the contractor shall provide a minimum of 120K US Gallons of fuel onsite at all times.

• Contractor shall provide refueling services on BDSC 24/7.

• Contractor shall provide three (3) operation aviation refueler trucks on-site at BDSC at all times.

• Contractor shall conduct rapid refueling services in accordance with clause E-0001, Energy QAP E1.09 when authorized by BDSC Airfield Management.

• Contractor shall obtain and maintain proper BDSC badges for access to all required locations within BDSC.

• Contractor shall provide daily fuel report to DOS/US Embassy Fuel team to include amount of fuel downloaded into bulk bags, amount dispensed into aircraft, and total amount on hand

• Two Contracting Officers’ Representatives (CORs), one primary and one secondary will be appointed and assigned to BDSC to conduct quarterly visits. The visits will incorporate quarterly site inspections for training and safety.

PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS

• Contractor shall provide the names, contact information, and schedules for designated program and shift managers who will be available at all times to BDSC Management.

• Contractor shall ensure that personnel assigned to all tasks have the requisite knowledge and skills to meet minimum performance requirements as specified below and comply with all applicable local regulatory bodies, laws and regulations.

• Contractor personnel shall be able to read and understand English to the extent of reading and understanding printed regulations, detailed written orders and operating procedures, training instructions and materials.

• Contractor shall provide one responsible driver per truck who is certified by the local jurisdiction to transport hazardous/flammable goods.

• Contractor is responsible for the arrangement of all necessary U.S. and Iraqi Government identification badges and passes, visas, fees, and passports for identified drivers. The contractor shall maintain these driver documents and provide them to the U.S.

Government as requested.

• Contractor must register all employees and subcontractors associated with this contract into the Synchronized Pre-deployment and Operational Tracker (SPOT) database system.

• After contractor employee’s entry into SPOT, the process will move forward to the

Embassy, which will provide the employees a Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) certification that is required in order to get a BDSC ID Card Badge enabling contractor to stay on BDSC beyond the normal business hours of 0700-1800.

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Contractor shall provide a daily checklist for the CORs review to included facility checks, filter separator, pumps, bulk truck receipts, operational procedures, and additive injection rates/checks (CI, SDA and FSII) (desc-me.quality@dla.mil.) These documents will also be available and accessible at all times at the site location for review.

• Contractor shall provide an Emergency Response Plan and Spill Control Plan to the COR.

Plans will be reviewed and approved by the DLA Energy Middle East Quality Office

(DLA Energy ME) (desc-me.quality@dla.mil and BDSC Management. These documents will be available and accessible at all times at the site location for review.

• Contractor shall provide the information for their nominated laboratory for testing to the

DLA Energy Middle East Quality Office for review and approval (desc-me.quality@dla.mil.

• Contractor will provide a copy of each batch certificate (full specification) from their nominated source (Refinery, Supplier, etc…) to the DLA Energy ME Quality Office for review (desc-me.quality@dla.mil).

• Contractor shall conduct a recertification test (B-1 Test) on each receipt of product into the

Bulk Storage located on BDSC to confirm quality of the JP8 after injection of the additives

(FSII, CI, and Conductivity). The COQ will be forwarded to the DLA Energy ME Quality

Office (desc-me.quality@dla.mil) for review and approval.

• Contractor will ensure all PPE are provided and worn during Into-plane and bulk storage operations, which include receiving, issuing, and maintaining the Into-plane and bulk storage site to provide a safe operation. Items required but not limited to will include gloves, safety glasses, hardhats, coveralls, and any additional items required for protection.

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SECTION E: INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

The following clause is hereby incorporated in full text:

E-0001 ENERGY QAP E1.09 RAPID REFUELING REQUIREMENTS (DLA

ENERGY JUN 2016)

(a) SCOPE.

(1) PURPOSE. This quality assurance provision (QAP) sets forth minimum requirements for rapid refueling of rotary (including tilt rotor) and fixed wing aircraft with kerosene-based fuels such as Jet A, Jet A1, or JP-8/F-24 (low flash fuels such as Jet B or JP4 are specifically excluded) on U.S. Government procurement contracts at commercial airports. Rapid refueling of fixed wing propeller aircraft is not authorized, except for the C2 and E2 aircraft. These requirements are in addition to those established under the SPECIFICATIONS (INTO-PLANE) quality assurance provision.

(2) APPLICATION. The guidelines provided in this quality assurance provision apply to all commercial facilities where a U.S. Government into-plane servicing contract is in force for rapid refueling of military rotary and fixed-wing aircraft.

(b) DEFINITION. Rapid refueling means a procedure in which an aircraft is refueled while its engine(s) are running.

(c) CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL.

(1) POSITIONING REQUIREMENTS. The minimum number of personnel authorized to conduct rapid refueling is three: The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that their personnel are positioned in accordance with the following:

(i) One at the aircraft refueling receptacle operating the refueling nozzle;

(ii) One at the refueling pump operating the deadman control;

(iii) One serving as the fire guard who shall be positioned just outside the perimeter of aircraft rotor blades in a manner that affords observation of the entire fueling operation and shall maintain visual contact with the pilot at the controls. The fire guard may be an air crew member from the aircraft, if available; however, it is the Contractor's responsibility to ensure that a fire guard is present.

(2) TRAINING REQUIREMENTS. Contractors shall ensure that only designated personnel properly trained in rapid refueling operations operate the equipment and perform the positioning requirements above. Written procedures shall be in place which include the safe handling of fuel and equipment. Rapid refueling operators shall be trained, at a minimum, in the following areas prior to conducting rapid refueling of military aircraft:

(i) Standard military aircraft marshaling signals.

(ii) Specific airframes that will be serviced during rapid refueling.

(iii) Required procedures for bonding of military aircraft and commercial refueling systems covered under MIL-STD-1548, latest revision, as supplemented by NFPA 407, “Standard for Aircraft Fuel Servicing” latest revision.

(iv) Ensure contractors and personnel involved with rapid refueling operations are familiar with emergency response procedures.

(v) Ensure contractors and personnel involved with rapid refueling operations are familiar with emergency shutdown procedures in the event of a spill or ruptured fuel hose.

(vi) Aircraft Fueling Equipment checks covered under the latest revision of ATA 103, Section 2-8 “Daily Checks on Filter Sumps.”

(vii) Safety requirements covered under paragraph (e) of this quality assurance provision.

(viii) Operation of fire extinguishers to be used and proper fire suppression techniques.

(3) QUALIFICATIONS.

(i) Minimum qualification of contract refueling personnel shall be their acknowledged understanding of subparagraph (c) (2) verified by the Contractor, in writing.

(ii) Qualification of refueling personnel is the responsibility of the Contractor.

(4) PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT. The Contractor shall ensure that suitable Personal

Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided to and worn by their servicing personnel during rapid refueling. In addition, the following clothing requirements apply:

(i) Long sleeve shirts and long pants, both made of 100 percent cotton, shall be worn.

(ii) Shirtsleeves shall be rolled down, shirt collar shall be buttoned, and shirttail shall be tucked into pants.

(iii) No items are permitted in shirt pockets.

(iv) Other suitable safety clothing, for example that made from fire resistant fabric (i.e.

Nomex), may be worn.

(v) Clothing materials recognized to produce a static charge, for example nylon, shall not be worn.

(d) FACILITIES/EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS.

(1) Rapid refueling operations shall only take place in the airfield's designated area.

(2) REQUIRED FUEL SERVICING NOZZLES.

(i) Rapid refueling shall be performed using Aircraft Pressure Refueling Nozzles Type I or Type II qualified to the requirements of SAE AS5877, “Detailed Specification for Aircraft Pressure Refueling Nozzle”, or a Closed Circuit Refueling (CCR) nozzle compatible with military aircraft CCR refueling receptacles. The fueling nozzle shall not be capable of dispensing fuel unless mated to an aircraft receptacle. The system shall be equipped with deadman control devices.

(ii) All aircraft fueling equipment shall have separate and independent primary and secondary pressure control devices as stipulated in ATA 103, “Standard for Jet fuel Quality Control”, Section 2-7, Aircraft Fueling Equipment Requirements.

(iii) Grounding (bonding) plugs conforming to or equivalent in design to MIL-DTL- 83413/4 shall be used when the aircraft being serviced is equipped with grounding (bonding) receptacles. When the aircraft does not have grounding (bonding) receptacles, a grounding clamp conforming to or equivalent in design to MIL-DTL-83413/7 shall be used.

(iv) Open port nozzles shall not be used when conducting rapid refueling of military aircraft unless special circumstances warrant their use; i.e., aircraft will not accept a Type I, Type II or CCR nozzle. Prior to any open port nozzle operations, a written agreement between the unit/activity commander to which the aircraft are assigned and the local airport authority and fire department is required.

(3) REQUIRED REFUELING RATES.

(i) Mobile servicing equipment (i.e. refueler, hose cart, hose truck, etc.) shall be capable of delivering a minimum rate of 200 gallons per minute during single point servicing. Fixed dispensing system(s) servicing directly into aircraft shall be capable of delivering a minimum rate of 100 gallons per minute during single point servicing.

(ii) If open port fueling is authorized, the maximum delivery rate shall not exceed 60 gallons per minute per hose.

(4) EMERGENCY SHUTOFF. The Contractor's refueling facility shall have an emergency shutoff switch that will enable all pumps connected to the system to be turned off with a single switch in accordance with ATA 103, Section 2-4, Fuel Storage Facility Requirements and NFPA 407, Chapter 4, Design, latest revisions.

(5) REQUIRED SIGNS.

(i) "NO SMOKING" signs shall be posted within 50 feet of the refueling area.

(ii) If no terminal building exists, a "MARSHALING AREA" sign shall be posted. The sign shall not be posted closer than 50 feet from any aircraft refueling point or fuel supply storage area.

(iii) "RESTRICTED AREA" signs shall be posted within 50 feet of the refueling area.

The required sign is used to help prevent access of vehicles, repair tools, or activities that could pose a spark danger.

(iv) An "EMERGENCY SHUTOFF" sign shall be posted within 3 feet of the required emergency shutoff switch on fixed refueling systems. The sign should include simple instructions on how to engage the emergency shutoff.

(v) EMERGENCY RESPONSE information shall be posted in Marshaling Area.

(6) REQUIRED CLEARANCES.

(i) Refueling units, fixed and mobile, shall be equipped with enough refueling hose to ensure a minimum distance of 50 feet from the nearest part of the aircraft being serviced.

(NOTE: If refueling a CH-47 helicopter, minimum distance shall be 100 feet).

(A) If mobile fuel servicing equipment is used, it shall be pre-positioned prior to marshaling the aircraft to be serviced by personnel trained and experienced in performing rapid refueling operations.

(ii) For rotary aircraft, the minimum distance between an aircraft rotor hub and any building during refueling shall be 150 feet.

(iii) For rotary aircraft, the minimum spacing between utility, observation, and attack aircraft during refueling shall be 100 feet as measured from rotor hub to rotor hub.

(iv) For rotary aircraft, the minimum spacing between cargo aircraft and any other type of aircraft during refueling shall be 200 feet as measured from rotor hub to rotor hub.

(v) For fixed wing aircraft, the minimum spacing between aircraft shall be 50 feet as measured from wing tip to wing tip.

(7) REQUIRED LIGHTING.

(i) The Contractor shall provide adequate lighting for directional guidance that permits aircraft landing during hours of darkness.

(ii) The Contractor shall provide lighting that illuminates each refueling point and any refueling equipment during hours of darkness. The intensity of the lighting shall ensure proper maneuvering of the aircraft, but not adversely affect the vision of the air crew.

(iii) The Contractor shall provide and utilize lighted wands or illumination sticks, as agreed to by the supported unit, to marshal aircraft during hours of darkness.

(8) FILTRATION REQUIREMENTS. All filtration requirements shall be in accordance with ATA 103.

(9) REQUIRED FIRE EXTINGUISHERS (the following shall be in accordance with NFPA 407 and NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, latest editions).

(i) A listed fire extinguisher with a rating of 20-B:C and a minimum capacity of 20 pounds of agent shall be positioned with the fire guard during refueling.

(ii) Each aircraft servicing vehicle shall have two listed fire extinguishers, each having a rating of 20-B:C, one mounted on each side of the vehicle.

(iii) Each hydrant servicing unit shall have one listed extinguisher having a rating of at least 20-B:C mounted on it.

(iv) Where open hose discharge capacity of the aircraft fueling system or equipment is more than 200 gallons per minute, at least one listed wheeled fire extinguisher having a rating of not less than 80-B:C and a minimum capacity of 125 pounds of agent shall be provided.

(v) An additional aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) vehicle, separate from the one covering airfield operations, present if more than one aircraft is being rapid refueled at the same time.

(e) SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.

(1) The Contractor shall hold a briefing with all Contractor personnel who will be conducting rapid refueling operations and the government customer prior to the initial refueling operation for each contract period. This briefing shall address safety, Foreign Object Damage (FOD) awareness and any changes to conditions that would affect rapid refueling operations (i.e.

weather conditions, wind direction). The Contractor shall document the briefing which shall be reviewed annually or as changes occur.

(2) The Contractor shall notify the on-site or local fire department prior to each time rapid refueling operations are conducted. ((3) The Contractor shall ensure a FOD walk is completed prior to the first scheduled landing of the day and that inspection shall be documented.

(4) The Contractor shall check for hot brakes. Rapid refueling shall not be performed while a hot brake condition exists.

(5) The Contractor shall monitor wind direction to ensure aircraft are positioned where the wind cannot blow potential vapors/spray from the refueling receptacle towards the operating engine's intake.

(6) The Contractor shall halt rapid refueling operations when an electrical storm is within the radius as dictated local policy.

(7) The Contractor shall not begin rapid refueling until passengers and the crew members not essential to the operation have been deplaned and gone to a safe area.

(8) Before commencing the rapid refueling operations, the Contractor shall contact the air crew to obtain assurances that the aircraft radio will not be used to transmit during refueling.

Aircraft radios may operate to receive messages during refueling, but radio transmission from the aircraft being refueled is not permitted.

(9) Before commencing the rapid refueling operations, the Contractor shall contact the air crew to obtain assurances that armaments are in safe mode.

(10) The Contractor shall contact the air crew to ensure that night vision devices will not be used during rapid refueling operations.

(11) The Contractor shall contact the air crew to ensure that all doors, windows, and access points allowing entry to the interior of the aircraft that are adjacent to, or in the immediate vicinity of, the fuel inlet ports are closed and remain closed during refueling operations.

(12) Contractor servicing personnel shall remove or secure FOD hazards such as hats, line badges, and other loose items.

(13) Only intrinsically safe radios and intrinsically safe flashlights are authorized in the rapid refueling area. NO CELL PHONES are allowed in rapid refueling area.

(14) Contractor shall use chock blocks on fixed wing aircraft prior to refueling to prevent aircraft movement.

(15) Contractor shall ensure that, prior to refueling, the engine closest to the refueling point be shut down on fixed wing aircraft.

(f) RECORDS AND REPORTS REQUIRED.

(1) Semimonthly check of refueling nozzles and filter screens indicating condition, any necessary corrective action, and date accomplished.

(2) Daily check of fire extinguishers to ensure contents are properly charged and components are not broken. Report shall indicate condition, any necessary corrective action, and date accomplished. Ensure monthly and annual inspections are being conducted as well as six year maintenance and hydrostatic checks.

(3) Quarterly check the operation of the emergency shutoff switch at the fuel facility indicating condition, any necessary corrective action, and date accomplished. Each control device shall be tested at least once a year.

(4) The emergency fuel shutoff devices shall be operationally checked daily on refueling service equipment. Report shall indicate condition, any necessary corrective action and date accomplished.

(5) Individual records of the qualifications of refueling personnel, signed by those personnel and validated by the Contractor's designated representative shall be reviewed annually.

(6) Annual review of Rapid Refueling Agreement(s) and Refueling Procedures.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged and in full effect.

Statement of Work (SOW) for operations and maintenance of the Department of State fuel bladder at Baghdad Diplomatic Support Center (BDSC), Baghdad, Iraq.

Overview

The contractor shall provide all equipment, personnel and services to operate and maintain the Department of State 210k fuel bladder at BDSC. The contractor shall provide the results of fuel tests, inspections of equipment and any other information related to the bag to BDSC Management as requested. The following are incorporated as reference to the specific requirements:

Items required for DOS Bag

• 1 x 650 Pump

• 1 x Filter Separator

• 2 x Meters

• 2 x 20 foot flexible hoses

• 4 x 20 foot hard hose

• 6 x 10 foot flexible hose

• 1 ten foot 3 inch flexible hose

• 4 inch male adaptor for D1 nozzle

• 1 x D1 nozzle

• 365 Aqua Glow pads (1 year supply)

• 12 Double Membrane Millipore test pods for Filter effectiveness test (1 year supply)

• 12 Color matrix test pads (1 year supply)

Daily Normal Operations

Walk through of bag and equipment looking for any leaks, Oil from Pump, fuel leaks from any component and ensure there is no water in the Berms.

Drain sump from bag looking for water and or Microbiological Growth

Set up bag for rotation and recirculation. Recirculating a bag of this size needs to be done for 2 hours each day.

Daily field lab test such as FSII levels, Conductivity, Clear and Bright, density and temp

Daily Aqua glow test

Monthly

Double Membrane Millipore filter effectiveness test

Color Matrix test

DOS Bag Checklist

Operational Inspections.

a. Hoses, Nozzles, and Couplers.

• Inspect nozzles hold open device and couplers for serviceability.

• Check hose for wear, abrasion, and slippage at the coupler. If determined by the FMT, that protection of the hose is needed, hose protection can be provided by the use of a polyurethane plastic sleeve commonly known as a slinky.

• When hose is not in use, store on hangers or racks, and keep covered. Hoses must not be allowed to be stored with kinks.

• All hoses not connected to a nozzle will be capped.

• Keep clean and free from oil and grease.

b. Grounding/Bonding/Scully (if installed) Hardware.

NOTE

Ohm continuity checks required upon initial installation, when repaired or replaced, and whenever continuity is questioned.

• Grounding/Bonding Clamp – inspect for serviceability. Replace clamp if jaws are deformed or corroded, spring is weak, or other defects are evident that would prevent a good connection.

• Grounding/Bonding Cable – replace cable if more than one-third of the cable wires are broken. If electrical continuity is suspect, the cable will be checked and replaced if found to be defective.

• Static Grounding/Bonding Reel – visually inspect for security of mount to rigid base and evidence of any corrosion or damage.

c. Pumps and Motors.

• Check for unusual noise or vibration during operation.

• Check for overheating during operation.

• Clean regularly at and below connections. Look for fuel residue accumulation on surfaces below connections and fittings.

NOTE

Shelf life for filter elements in original packaging and in a controlled environment may be stored for 5 years (60 months) from the date of manufacture. Elements that have exceeded the 60 month criteria shall not be used.

e. Filter Separators (F/S).

• Ensure elements are within time criteria and use limits.

d. Leaks – all fuel leaks will be promptly reported, corrected, and eliminated on a priority basis. Any fuel leak is a safety and environmental hazard and will be cause to place the system out of service until the problem is corrected by the proper authority.

• Vessels will be marked (stenciled, painted, or stickers) with letters in black, 3/4 or 1 inch high, to identify the next change date listed as MMM/YY (example; Mar 14 for March 2014) for the filter element, what type filter elements are installed (part number from the element end cap), and the maximum allowable Differential Pressure (DP) as identified.

• Ensure automatic water drain valves are removed, plugged.

• Ensure manual drain valve on sump is closed.

• Ensure DP is within limits.

• Sump drain procedures. A positive pressure is needed for proper water removal. Dirt/ particulate contamination should not be found when draining F/S sumps. If particulate contamination is observed, contact Maintenance to have filter vessel and elements examined for damage or defect.

f. Valves.

• Ensure valves are positioned per operating instructions.

• Check for damage and visual functional discrepancies. Lubricate as required. Ensure valves are numbered/lettered.

• Ensure valves are numbered and lettered to reflect operator and maintenance valves, i.e. O-23

NO (normally open), M-55 NC (normally closed).

g. Meters.

• Observe for proper operation. Whenever inaccurate performance is suspected, the meter will be calibrated.

• Ensure meters are properly sealed, not overdue calibration, and labeled with calibration data.

h. Unloading Headers.

• Ensure dust covers are installed.

• Inspect ground/bond cables/clips for serviceability.

• Ensure headers are secured if required IAW AFI 23-201.

i. System Area.

• Ensure area is free from safety, fire, and explosive hazards.

• Ensure drainage systems are not obstructed.

Weekly Inspections. Items requiring weekly inspection are explained below:

a. Valves.

• Plug/Ball Valves – ensure handles are available, valves operate freely, easily, and lubricate as required.

• Gate Valves – check for ease of operation and lubricate as required.

b. Electrical Equipment.

(1) Check electrical controls for proper operation, i.e., pump

(2) Ensure there is no exposed wiring.

c. Strainers –

• Receipt strainers will be inspected and cleaned weekly or more often if local conditions warrant. If the system has not been used during that period, strainer inspection and cleaning is not required. Strainers equipped with a differential pressure gauge will be inspected and cleaned when the differential pressure reaches 10 psi.

• Check for proper operation. Gauges malfunctioning or indicating incorrectly must be removed from service immediately.

• Ensure gauges are not overdue calibration (does not apply to gauges designated as No Precision Calibration Required).

• Check for damage and/or visual functional discrepancies. Ensure gauge face has not faded and is legible.

• Check for deterioration. Berm liners are to be inspected for serviceability.

• Check fire extinguishers for serviceability and proper location.

• Ensure emergency shower and eyewash station(s) are operational.

• Ensure communication systems are operational.

• Inspect meter housing for damage.

• If design permits, drain meter housing of any accumulated water.

Monthly Inspections. Items requiring inspection are:

a. Strainers – inspect the following for damage and clean monthly unless local conditions warrant a more frequent inspection:

• Strainers at the inlet side of centrifugal pumps.

• Fillstand line strainers.

b. Warning Signs – ensure signs are legible.

c. Identification Markings.

• Ensure system is number lettered IAW MIL-STD-161.

• Ensure schematics are properly posted.

• Ensure all valves are properly numbered and legible.

d. Sampling Connections – ensure sampling connections are operative and dust plugs are in place.

e. Emergency Eyewash and Shower Units – inspect emergency showers and eyewash stations.

d. Gauges.

e. Berms.

f. Safety Equipment.

h. Meters.

Semiannual Inspections.

a. Grounding/Bonding Receptacles – inspect aircraft-type grounding/bonding receptacles installed at the fillstands to ensure a firm pull is required to withdraw the plug from the receptacle. Approximate pull will measure 8 − 14 pounds on a spring scale, NSN 6635-00-578-5286, or equivalent. A pull of less than 8 pounds indicates a weak or damaged receptacle and will be replaced. A pull of over 14 pounds indicates a possible corroded receptacle which may warrant replacement.

Sampling and testing

At appropriate stages during the handling and storage of aviation fuels, samples will be required for laboratory or visual examination, to establish that products meet the requirements of the relevant specification, or to detect contamination or deterioration.

Sampling shall be in accordance with the latest requirements of the following procedures or other approved standard or equivalent:

• ASTM International Standard Practice for Manual Sampling of Petroleum and Petroleum Products (D4057) for detailed sampling procedures, not covered here, reference should be made to the above publications. Sampling equipment fabricated from copper or its alloys shall not be used for sampling Jet fuels. Refer to ASTM D4306 for suitable materials.

Basic requirements

• Samples shall be drawn from an appropriate drain point.

• Containers shall be as specified in JIG 1, Issue 12 Section 2.2. 3, (or the current version of the JIG

1) “Sample containers”.

• Before sampling, the apparatus and the container shall be flushed and rinsed thoroughly at least three times with the product to be sampled and allowed to drain before use.

• No sample container shall be completely filled with liquid. Approximately 5% ullage shall always be left to allow for expansion.

• Containers shall be sealed and labelled immediately after filling. The label attached to the sealed container should bear the following relevant information where applicable:

o Sample no.:

o Date and time:

o Taken by:

o Place:

o Type of sample:

o Tank no./vehicle compartment no. or location:

o Batch no.:

o Grade or specification:

o Test required/performed:

o Inspector/sampler mark:

• Records shall be maintained of all samples taken.

• If samples are required by a customer or other authorized party, a duplicate shall be taken and retained until clearance is obtained.

Sampling terminology Drain-line sample A sample obtained from the water draw-off or drain point of a storage or filter body. Line sample A sample obtained from a line sampling point, drawn while the product is flowing.

Appearance Check (Clear and Bright) this check is a field test to confirm that aviation fuel meets the appearance requirement of the specification. Aviation fuel shall be of the correct color and be visually clear, bright and free from solid matter and undissolved water at normal ambient temperature. Samples for Appearance Check shall be drawn into scrupulously clean, clear glass jars or “visijars” (see 2.2.3 (b) in JIG 1, Field Sampling Containers).

Test requirements are shown in the table below.

Jet Fuel

Appearance/Color Particulate contaminant (visual) Water – visual

X X X

Sample quantity required - 1 liter after flushing sampling line.

The following should serve as a guide to the Appearance Check of fuel samples:

Color. The various grades of Avgas are dyed to aid recognition while the color of aviation Jet fuels may vary, usually in the range from water white to straw color.

Undissolved water (free water) will appear as droplets on the sides, or as bulk water on the bottom of the sample jar. In Jet fuel it can also appear as a cloud or haze (suspended water).

Solid matter (particulate matter), generally consisting of small amounts of rust, sand, dust, scale etc., suspended in the fuel or settled out on the bottom of the jar. The terms “Clear” and “Bright” are independent of the natural color of fuel. “Clear” refers to the absence of sediment or emulsion.

“Bright” refers to the sparkling appearance of fuel having no cloud or haze. If any water/dirt is observed, the sampling procedure shall be repeated until a clear and bright sample is obtained.

Control Check this is an Appearance Check plus fuel density determination. This check is frequently made to confirm the correct grade and unchanged quality of fuel stocks by comparison of the result with the value shown on the documentation. If these two figures (corrected to standard temperature conditions) differ by more than 3.0 kg/m3, contamination should be suspected and the matter shall be investigated before the aviation fuel is accepted for use.

Membrane filtration test this test shall be carried out and evaluated in accordance with joint ASTM D2276/IP 216 Standard Test Methods and Color Standards incorporated in these methods. Color shall be recorded on a wet and dry basis. Double (matched weight or pre-weighed) 0.8 micron membranes are used for gravimetric tests. Colorimetric tests are normally performed with a single membrane, but double (un-weighed) colorimetric membranes may also be used in certain circumstances. The quantity of fuel passed through the membranes used in both colorimetric and gravimetric determinations shall be 5 liters.

Conductivity test this test shall be carried out in accordance with ASTM D2624 or IP 274 procedures, using an approved conductivity meter.

Maintenance of the Department of State fuel bladder - BDSC