External Checklist

1 Secondary Containment
653-6.4.2.2.2.2
Record the type of dike/secondary
1.1 575- 8.2.11.4.1
containment.
575-11.2
Inspect the containment area for
1.2 breaches and verify the operating 575.8.2.11.4.2
condition of the dike drains.
Inspect the containment area for
1.3 653-6.4.2.2.2.1 -F
proper drainage.

Inspect for vegetation or flammable

1.4 653-6.4.2.2.2.1 -R
materials in the dike.
651-6.1
Record the type, if any, of cathodic 653-6.4.2.2.2.1 -G
1.5
protection system utilized. 575.8.2.11.5
575-11.2
651-11.1
Review and record the cathodic
651-9.4.8
1.6 protection potential readings and last
653-6.4.2.2.2.1 -G
inspection date.
575-11.2
Inspect the fire-fighting system,
1.7 575- 8.2.11.4.3
piping, etc. for corrosion/damage

2 Foundation
653.6.3.1.3
Record the type of foundation 650-B.4
2.1 (concrete ringwall, concrete slab, 575-8.2.4
gravel pad, earthen pad, etc.) 575-11.2
575.5.2.2.2
Inspect for debris, vegetation,
2.2 flammables, or earth in contact with 575-8.2.9.1
the tank.
653-4.4.2
Inspect for cavities or erosion around
2.3 653-6.3.1.3
the tank.
575-8.2.4
Inspect for damage to the foundation 653 4.5.1.1-4.5.2.2
2.4 such as cracking, spalling, exposed 653-6.3.1.3
rebar, etc. 575-8.2.3
 Inspect for indications of bottom 653-4.4.2
2.5
leakage. 653-6.3.1.3

Inspect if the foundation is beveled 653-4.4.2

2.6
away from the tank. 653-6.3.1.3
653-6.3.2.3
2015 -5.4.5.1
Inspect and record any grounding of
2.7 651-9.4.9
the tank.
575-8.2.6
575-11.2
653-13.2.3-k
Record bottom elevations according to 653-B.2.1/2
2.8 the appropriate procedure for the 653-6.3.1.3
tank. 575-8.2.4
575-11.2

3 Shell
650-10.1
3.1 Record the nameplate information. 653-13.1
575-11.2
Record the total shell height and the 653-13.2.3
3.2
height of each shell course. 575-11.2
650-5.6.3.1 1 foot method
Record the tank circumference and
653-6.3.1.3
3.3 the elevation at which the
653-13.2.3
circumference was measured.
575-11.2
653.6.3.3
650-5.6.1.1
Record thickness measurements
650-5.6.4/5
3.4 according to the appropriate
575-8.2.9.2
procedure for the tank.
653-13.2.3
575-11.2
For double bottom tanks, measure
3.5 and record any shell offset between 650-I.4
the shell and the dead shell.
Record the type of seal method used
650- I.4.2
3.6 to join dead shell course to 2nd
575-11.2
bottom.
Record the type and location of 650-I.5.5
3.7 drains in dead shell. Inspect for 575-8.2.9.1
corrosion or damage. 575-11.2
Inspect the bottom-to-foundation 653-6.3.1.3
3.8
seal, if any. 575-8.2.9.1
 Clean the shell-to-bottom joint and 653-6.3.1.3
3.9 visually inspect the bottom and shell- 650-7.2.4.1
to-bottom weld. 575-8.2.9.1
653 4.5.3
Inspect anchor bolts for stretching,
3.10 650-5.3.2.4
corrosion, or pull-out
575-8.2.5
653-6.3.1.3
Record the type/dimension of
3.11 575-8.2.8
insulation
575-11.2
653-6.3.1.3
Inspect the insulation flashing and
3.12 653-6.3.2.2
sealant for damage
575-8.2.8
Inspect paint or coating for blistering,
thinning, cracks or discoloration. 653-6.3.1.3
3.13
Identify areas of coating and paint 575-8.2.9.1
loss.
Inspect tank shell for corrosion or 653-6.3.1.3
3.14
other damage 575-8.2.9.1
653-4.1.3-i
Inspect tank shell for significant 653-4.3.1.1
3.15 deformation including peaking, 653-6.3.1.3
banding, bulging, or flat spots. 575-8.2.9.6.1
575-8.2.9.6.5
Inspect the conditions of the welds 575-8.2.9.6.1
3.16 for leaks, paint failure, corrosion, 653-6.3.1.3
deformation, etc. 575-8.2.9.6.5

4 Nozzles
Record nozzle information according
650-7.5.6
4.1 to the appropriate procedure for the
575-11.2
tank

Are telltale holes open to the 650-5.7.2.10

4.2
atmosphere? 575-8.2.9.6.2

4.3 Check for thermal relief piping Good Engineering Practice.

Verify nozzle reinforcement plates 650-5.7.2.1

4.4
have correct size and weld spacing 653-4.3.9.1
653-6.3.1.3
Inspect paint or coating for blistering,
575-8.2.9.6
4.5 thinning, cracks or discoloration.
575-8.2.7
Inspect for corrosion.
575-8.2.11.1.3
 575-8.2.11.1.1

653-6.3.1.3
Inspect nozzles and appurtenances
4.6 575-8.2.11.1.3
for damage and proper operation.
575-8.2.11.6
Inspect for cracks and leakage at
653-6.3.1.3
4.7 welds at nozzles, man holes, and
575-8.2.11.1.3
reinforcement plates.

Inspect for flange and threaded

653-6.3.1.3
4.8 connection leaks and leaks around
575-8.2.11.1.3
bolting

Inspect shell plate for dimpling

653-6.3.1.3
4.9 around nozzles caused by excessive
575-8.2.11.1.3
pipe deflection.

Inspect temperature indicators for 653-6.3.1.3

4.10
signs of damage. 575-8.2.11.6

Inspect welds on shell-mounted davit 653-6.3.1.3

4.11
clips. 575-8.2.11.6

5 Shell Appurtenances
650-5.8.11.5
575-8.2.11.6
Record type of gauge system and
5.1 575.8.3.5
product level.
653-13.2.3
575-11.2
653-6.3.1.3
Inspect auto gauge for damage, and 575.8.3.5
5.2
check legibility. 575-8.2.11.6
2350-4.5.5.6
653-6.3.1.3
Inspect auto gauge guide and lower
575.8.3.5
5.3 sheave housing for cracks, leaks or
575-8.2.11.6
other damage.
2350-4.5.5.6
653-6.3.1.3
Bump the checker on the auto gauge
575.8.3.5
5.4 head, inspecting for proper
575-8.2.11.6
movement of the tape.
2350-4.5.5.6
Ask local personnel if tape tends to 2350-4.2 C
5.5
hang up or suffer other problems. 2350-4.5.5.6
 Inspect the fire-fighting system, 653-6.3.1.3
5.6
piping, etc. for corrosion/damage 575.8.2.11.4.3

Inspect sample station lines, pumps, 653-6.3.1.3

5.7
equipment, bracing and supports. 575-8.2.11.6

Inspect any electrical conduit and 653-6.3.1.3

5.8
boxes for signs of damage. 575-8.2.11.6

Inspect tank mixers for leakage or 653-6.3.1.3

5.9
damage. 575-8.2.11.6
Inspect wind girder and supports for 653-6.3.1.3
5.10 paint failure, corrosion, standing 575-8.2.9.3
water, etc. 653-4.3.7
Inspect shell mounted vents and
overflow slots. Verify mesh screens 575.8.2.11.2
5.11
are correct size, clean, and free of 575.8.3.5.1
debris.

6 Accessway (650-5.8.10) OSHA Recommended

Standards
650-5.8.10
Record the type and dimensions of 575-11.2
6.1
the accessway 575-8.2.3
575-8.2.2
653-6.3.1.3
Inspect the railing and railing welds
575.8.2.9
6.2 for corrosion, paint failure, or other
575-8.2.3
damage.
575-8.2.2

6.3 Identify any sharp edges. 2015-A.1.14

Inspect the safety devices at openings 653-6.3.1.3

6.4 in the railing for integrity and 575-8.2.2
operation. 575-8.2.3
Inspect the stair treads or ladder 650-Table5.18
6.5 rungs for corrosion, paint failure, and 653-6.3.1.3
weld failure. 575-8.2.2
Inspect the stringers and weld/rung
653-6.3.1.3
6.6 attachment point for corrosion, paint
575-8.2.2
failure, and weld failure.
Inspect the stairway/ladder support to 653-6.3.1.3
6.7
shell welds and reinforcing plates. 575-8.2.2
 Inspect the platform frame, supports, 653-6.3.1.3
6.8 welds, and reinforcement plates for 575-8.2.2
corrosion and paint failure. 575-8.2.3
Inspect the walking surface for 653-6.3.1.3
6.9 corrosion, paint failure, or other 575-8.2.2
damage. 575-8.2.3

7 Fixed Roof
For safety, before accessing roof, 653-4.2.1
7.1
check roof thickness. 575-8.2.10.1.1

650-G.1
7.2 Record the roof type
575-11.2
Record roof UT measurements
575.8.2.10.1.1
7.3 according to the appropriate
575-11.2
procedure for the tank.
Inspect for of standing water and 575-8.2.10.5
7.4
debris.
Inspect the roof plates and welds for 653-6.3.1.3
7.5 paint failure, corrosion, holes, and 575.8.2.10.6
other damage. 653-4.2.1.2
Inspect the roof angle and other 653-6.3.1.3
7.6 exterior structural supports for 653-4.2.2.1
damage.
Inspect the gauge/sample hatch and
7.7 575.8.11.6
seal.

653-6.3.1.3
7.8 Record the dip-height of the tank.
575-11.2
575.8.2.11.11.1
Inspect the weld and reinforcement
7.9 575.8.11.6
pad of all roof appurtenances.
653-4.2.2.1
653-6.3.1.3
Inspect all roof nozzles for paint 575.8.11.6
7.10
failure, corrosion, and other damage. 575.8.2.9.1
575.8.2.7
575.8.2.9.7
7.11 Inspect all flanges for missing bolts.
575.8.2.11.1.1
Inspect the scaffold support for
653-6.3.1.3
7.12 corrosion, wear, and structural
575-8.2.3
soundness.
 Record the type, size, number, and
575.8.2.11.2
7.13 manufacturer of all vents, emergency
575-11.2
vents, and flame arrestors.
Inspect vents, mesh, and flame
575.8.2.11.2
7.14 arrestors for damage and proper
airflow.
Record the type and manufacturer of 575.5.5
7.15
the overfill protection devices. 575-11.2
575.5.5
Inspect overfill protection devices for
7.16 575.8.11.6
signs of damage.

Confirm with local personnel routine

7.17 testing of overfill protection devices is 2015-4.5.5.1
performed.
Inspect any conduit and boxes for 653-6.3.1.3
7.18
signs of damage. 575.5.5.4

8 Floating Roof
2015-10.1.2
For safety, before accessing roof, test RP-2026 5.1.2
8.1
the atmosphere with a gas monitor. 575-8.2.10.1.1-2

650-C.1.1
650-C.1.2
8.2 Record the roof type
650-H.2
575-11.2
Inspect for level floatation, no dips or 650-H.4.1.2
8.3
deformations. 653-4.2.3.1-2
650-C.3.3.4
Inspect the floating roof top surface
8.4 650-C.4.3
for standing water and debris.
653-4.2.3.1-2
650-C.4.4
Inspect the floating roof top surface
653-6.3.1.3
8.5 for corrosion, paint failure, and other
575.8.2.7
damage.
653-4.2.3.1-2
Inspect the roof legs for integrity and 650-C.3.10.1
8.6 that they are all pinned at the same 650-H.4.6
height.
650-C.3.1.6
Inspect the grounding/static bond
650-H.4.1.6
8.7 cables for damage and proper
653-6.3.1.3
attachment.
575.8.2.6
 650-H.4.4
650-C.3.13
650-C.3.13.5
8.8 Record the type of seal(s)
650-C.1.2
575.8.3.3
575-11.2
650-C.3.3.6
Inspect the seals for holes, tears, or 650-H.4.4
8.9
other openings. 575.8.3.3.5
653-4.2.3.3
650-H.4.4.4
Inspect metallic seal components for 575.8.3.3.5
8.10
corrosion and wear. 653-4.2.3.3
575-8.4.3
575-8.2.10.3
Record the number and type of each 650-C.3.1.3
8.11
well in the floating roof. 650-H.4.5
575-11.2
650-C.3.1.3
650-H.4.4/5
8.12 Inspect the well seals/wipers/sock. 575-8.2.10.3
575.8.2.10.6
653-4.2.3.3
575.8.11.6
Check the automatic gauge tape
8.13 2350-4.2 C
cable for wear or fraying.
2350-4.5.5.6
650-H.5.2.1.4
Inspect the roof vents and drains for 575-8.2.10.4
8.14
damage and proper function. 575-8.2.11.2
653-4.2.3.3
650-C.3.7
650-H.5.1.2
Inspect the rolling ladder for damage
8.15 653-4.2.3.3
and proper function.
653-6.3.1.3
575.8.2.2
For pontoon compartments, check 650-C.3.1.6
8.16 the condition of the covers and that 650-H.4.1.6
static bond cables are present.
653-4.2.3.1
Inspect the pontoon compartments 650-C.3.5
8.17 for product, standing water, 650- H.4.1.7
corrosion, or other damage. 653-6.3.1.3
575-8.3.3.2.2
Internal Checklist
9 Tank Bottom
Visually inspect the entire bottom and 575.8.4.2.1
9.1 record anything that would impact 575.8.4.3
the ability to perform an inspection. 575-11.2
Inspect the bottom with appropriate 650-5.4.1
9.2 NDT according to procedure. 575.8.4.5.2
Mark areas requiring patching or 575-11.2
further inspection. Record the (This step was not mentioned in the
9.3
findings in the field data and layout standards but a good engineering
sketch. practice.)
Record UT measurements in critical
653-4.4.4
9.4 zone and x-pattern according to
575-11.2
procedure.
Take bottom elevation measurements
9.5 per API 653 Appendix B. 653-Fig B.1

Inspect all welds for corrosion and

575-8.4.6
9.6 leaks, particularly the shell-to-bottom
575.8.4.5.2
weld.
Inspect sketch plates and/or annular 575.8.4.5.2
9.7 ring for corrosion. 653-4.4.6

Inspect the coating for failure and 575.8.4.5.2

9.8 damage. 575-8.4.8
Inspect for excessive voids under the 575-8.4.5.6
9.9 bottom and areas that do not drain. 575.8.4.5.2
653-B.2.5.2
Inspect the sump, if applicable. Sump
bottom, sidewall plate and welds 575.8.4.5.2
9.10
should be evaluated for product-side 575.8.4.5.6
and soil-side corrosion.
Check the column bases of fixed roof
575-8.4.5.2
9.11 supports for adequate pads and
restraining clips.
Is the bottom reinforced at all 575-8.4.5.6
9.12 attachments to the bottom?
575.8.4.5.2
Inspect floating roof leg pads for
pitting or cutting, and excessive 575-8.4.5.6
9.13
dimpling (indicating excessive
loading).
 Check for wear of the bottom at
9.14 gauging datum locations 575.8.4.5.2

10 Shell
Visually inspect the interior of the
10.1 575-8.4.6
shell.

10.2 Inspect for corrosion and damage. 575-8.4.6

Inspect the coating for failure and

10.3 575-8.4.8
damage.

Inspect for damage from floating roof 575-8.4.3

10.4
seals. 575-8.4.4

10.5 Inspect rivet heads for metal loss. 575-8.4.5.5

575-10.2.5.2
575-11.2
Inspect and record any door sheets in
10.6 653-12.1.6.3
the tank shell.
653-12.1.5
653-12.1.8.1
On cone up bottoms, closely inspect
10.7 for metal loss on the lower 6” of Good Engineering Practice.
shell.

11 Nozzles and Piping

575-8.4.10.1
11.1 Identify and describe internal piping.
575-8.4.10.4

Are pipes free to move

11.2 575-8.4.10.1
longitudinally?

Inspect heater stream nozzle flanges

11.3 575-8.4.10.1
and valves for wire cutting.

On elbow-down fill lines, inspect the

11.4 575-8.4.10.1
wear plate on the tank bottom.

11.5 On elbow-up fill lines, check that 575-8.4.10.1

opening is directed against underside
 of roof, not against a vapor space.
Inspect impact area for erosion.

Inspect diffuser pipe and supports

11.6 575-8.4.10.1
for thinning, corrosion, or damage.

Record diffuser dimensions and UT 575-8.4.10.1

11.7
on underside 575-11.2

Check that diffuser supports restrain

11.8 lateral but not longitudinal 575-8.4.10.1
movement.

Record the dimensions of any flexible 575-8.4.10.1

11.9
pipe/swing pipe. 575-11.2

Inspect flexible joint for cracks and

11.10 575-8.4.10.1
leaks.

Check that flexible joints over 6 in.

11.11 575-8.4.10.1
are supported.

11.12 Inspect the swing pipe for corrosion. 575-8.4.10.1

11.13 Inspect the pontoons for corrosion. 575-8.4.10.1

Inspect the pull-down cable

11.14 575-8.4.10.1
connections to the swing.

Inspect the bottom-mounted support

and limiting bumper for weld and
11.15 575-8.4.10.1
bolt corrosion, and seal welding to
bottom or shell.

Inspect safety hold-down chain for

11.16 575-8.4.10.1
corrosion and weak links.

Check that there is a welded

11.17 reinforcing pad where the chain 575-8.4.10.1
connects to the bottom.

If the swing line in an IFR tank does

not have a limiting device preventing
11.18 the line from exceeding 60°, 575-8.4.10.1
determine the maximum angle
possible.
11.19 All cable: check for wear or fraying. 575-8.4.10.1

Inspect for three cable clamps where

11.20 cable attaches to end of swing line or 575-8.4.10.1
roof assembly.

12 Appurtenances
575-5.5.2
Inspect the gauge pole for corrosion, 575-8.4.10.1
12.1
damage, and proper operation. 2350-4.2 C
2350-4.5.5.6
575-5.5.2
Inspect the gauge well supports and 575-8.4.10.1
12.2
welds. 2350-4.2 C
2350-4.5.5.6
Identify and report pipe outside
575-11.2
diameter and wall thickness, and
12.3 575-8.4.10.1
whether pipe is solid or slotted.
575-5.5.2
Report slot size.
575-5.5.2
575-8.4.10.1
12.4 Inspect vapor control float and cable.
2350-4.2 C
2350-4.5.5.6
Inspect gauge well guide in floating 575-5.5.2
12.5
roof for pitting and thinning. 575-8.4.10.1
575-5.5.2
Inspect the guide rollers and sliding 575-8.4.10.1
12.6
plates for freedom of movement. 2350-4.2 C
2350-4.5.5.6
575-5.5.2
Inspect condition of gauge well pipe 575-8.4.10.1
12.7
seal system. 2350-4.2 C
2350-4.5.5.6
575-5.5.2
Inspect the condition of the gauge
12.8 2350-4.2 C
pole sleeve.
2350-4.5.5.6
575-5.5.2
Inspect gauge float tape and tape
12.9 2350-4.2 C
cable for twisting and fraying.
2350-4.5.5.6
Test the tape’s freedom of 575-5.5.2
12.10 movement through guide sheaves 2350-4.2 C
and tape guide pipe. 2350-4.5.5.6
 On open-top tanks, check that gate
575-5.5.2
tapes with cables have no more than
12.11 2350-4.2 C
one foot of tape exposed with float
2350-4.5.5.6
at lowest point.
575-5.5.2
12.12 Check float for leakage. 2350-4.2 C
2350-4.5.5.6
Test float guide wire anchors for 575-5.5.2
12.13 spring action by pulling on wire and 2350-4.2 C
releasing. 2350-4.5.5.6

Inspect float wells in floating roofs 575-5.5.2

12.14 for corrosion of walls just above the 2350-4.2 C
liquid level. 2350-4.5.5.6
575-5.5.2
Check that the auto gauge tape is
12.15 2350-4.2 C
firmly attached to the float.
2350-4.5.5.6
Inspect the tape cable and float 575-5.5.2
12.16 guide wire fabric seals through the 2350-4.2 C
float well cover. 2350-4.5.5.6

Inspect the bottom guide wire

575-5.5.2
attachment clip. inspect for a
12.17 2350-4.2 C
temporary weighted bar instead of a
2350-4.5.5.6
permanent welded down clip.

Inspect board-type auto gauge 575-5.5.2

12.18 indicators for legibility and freedom 2350-4.2 C
of movement of indicator. 2350-4.5.5.6

13 Fixed Roof
575-8.4.9
13.1 Visually inspect the roof underside.

13.2 Inspect for corrosion and damage. 575-8.4.9

Inspect the coating for failure and

13.3 575-8.4.8
damage.

Inspect support columns for 575-11.2

13.4 corrosion and plumbness. Record 650-5.10.2.2
metal thickness. 575-8.4.9
 On built-up columns check for
13.5 650-5.10.4.7a
corrosion scale breaking the welds.

Are columns free to move vertically

relative to the bottom, and
13.6 650-5.10.4.7c,d
restrained from moving horizontally
relative to the bottom?

Are pipe columns concrete-filled or

575-11.2
13.7 open? If open, is there a drain
650-5.10.4.5
opening at the bottom of the pipe?

Inspect rafters for corrosion,

575-11.2
13.8 particularly near the center of the
575-8.4.9
roof. Record metal thickness.

650-5.10.4.6
13.9 Check for loose or twisted rafters.
575-8.4.9

Inspect girders for corrosion. Record 575-11.2

13.10
metal thickness. 575-8.4.9

Check that girders are attached

13.11 575-8.4.3
securely to the top of the columns.

14 Floating Roof
Perform the following safety checks.
2015-10.1.2
Visually inspect the topside of the
RP-2026 5.1.2
roof form the top of the tank.
14.1 575-8.4.3
Confirm all legs are straight and in
650-H.4.6.1
the proper location. Inspect the roof
653-4.2.3.3
for sagging/low spots.
575-11.2
14.2 Record the type of floating roof 650-C.1.2
650-H.2
Record roof UT measurements
575-11.2
14.3 according to the appropriate
575-8.3.3.2.1
procedure for the tank.

Inspect for level floatation, no dips or 650-H.4.1.2

14.4
deformations. 650-C.3.3.5
Inspect the floating roof top surface
650-C.4.4
14.5 for corrosion, paint failure, and other
653-6.3.1.3
damage.
 650-C.3.3.4
Inspect for standing water, product
14.6 650-C.4.3
stains, or debris.
575-8.1.3
Inspect the weld seams for evidence 575-8.2.9.6.5
14.7
of product leakage. 650-C.3.6
650-C.3.10.3
Inspect the roof legs for integrity and
650-H.4.6
14.8 that they are all pinned at the same
653-4.2.3.3
height.
653-4.2.3.3
575-11.2
Record whether roof is in high or low
14.9 650-C.3.10.3
leg position.
650-H.4.6.2
Check the automatic gauge tape
575-8.3.5.2
cable for wear or fraying. Inspect the
575-8.4.3
14.10 tank shell for scrapes, gouges, or
653-4.2.3.3
other indications of roof
575-5.5.2
interference/damage.

Inspect the roof vents and drains for

damage and proper function. Record 575-11.2
14.11
the number and type of each well in 653-4.2.3.3
the floating roof.

Inspect the rolling ladder for damage

650-C.3.7
14.12 and proper function.Inspect the well
653-4.2.3.3
seals/wipers/sock.
Record the rim spacing in 4 locations. 575-8.3.5.2
14.13 Check the automatic gauge tape 575-11.2
cable for wear or fraying. 653-4.2.3.3
Inspect the annular rim for corrosion. 650-C.3.9
14.14 Inspect the roof vents and drains for 653-4.2.3.3
damage and proper function. 575-8.2.11.2
Record the primary seal type. Inspect
653-4.2.3.3
14.15 the rolling ladder for damage and
650-C.3.13.5
proper function.
Inspect the primary seal for damage
575-11.2
14.16 or missing hardware. Record the rim
653-4.2.3.3
spacing in 4 locations.

Inspect the primary seal for gaps

from the shell, recording any gaps 575-11.2
14.17
length and location. Inspect the 653-4.2.3.3
annular rim for corrosion.
 Inspect the seals at any penetration 575-11.2
14.18 through the roof. Record the primary 653-4.2.3.3
seal type. 650-C.3.13.5

Record the secondary seal type. 575-11.2

14.19 Inspect the primary seal for damage 653-4.2.3.3
or missing hardware. 650-C.3.13.5

Record the seal height above the

adjacent deck surface. Inspect the 575-11.2
14.20 primary seal for gaps from the shell, 653-4.2.3.3
recording any gaps length and 650-C.3.13.5
location.

Inspect the secondary seal for

damage or missing hardware.
14.21 653-4.2.3.3
Inspect the seals at any penetration
through the roof.

Inspect the secondary seal for gaps

575-11.2
from the shell, recording any gaps
14.22 653-4.2.3.3
length and location. Record the
650-C.3.13.5
secondary seal type.

Inspect the foam dam and other roof

appurtenances for damage. Record 575-11.2
14.23
the seal height above the adjacent 653-4.2.3.3
deck surface.

Record height, diameter, and 575-8.4.9

number of floating roof legs. Inspect 575-11.2
14.24
the secondary seal for damage or 650-C.3.10.1
missing hardware. 653-4.2.3.3

Inspect the roof legs for corrosion,

damage, as well as check for full and
575-11.2
level contact support. Inspect the
14.25 653-4.2.3.3
secondary seal for gaps from the
575-8.4.9
shell, recording any gaps length and
location.

Identify and inspect roof leg “strike

pad” reinforcement plates and
650-C.3.10.5
14.26 isolating spacers. Inspect the foam
653-4.2.3.3
dam and other roof appurtenances
for damage.

Record the size and number of

575-11.2
14.27 pontoons. Record height, diameter,
653-4.2.3.3
and number of floating roof legs.
 Check pontoons for combustible
vapors and product stains. Inspect
14.28 the roof legs for corrosion, damage, 653-4.2.3.3
as well as check for full and level
contact support.

For pontoon compartments, check

the condition of the covers and that
static bond cables are present. 575-11.2
14.29
Identify and inspect roof leg “strike 653-4.2.3.3
pad” reinforcement plates and
isolating spacers.

Inspect pontoons and pontoon

structure for corrosion or other 575-11.2
14.30
damage. Record the size and number 653-4.2.3.1
of pontoons.

Inspect the roof drain piping and

575-8.4.10.1
swing joints, record the size and
575-8.4.10.5
14.31 location. Check pontoons for
575-11.2
combustible vapors and product
653-4.2.3.3
stains.

For pontoon compartments, check

14.32 the condition of the covers and that 653-6.3.2.3
static bond cables are present.

Inspect pontoons and pontoon

14.33 structure for corrosion or other 575-8.4.10.2
damage.
575-8.4.10.1
Inspect the roof drain piping and 575-8.4.10.5
14.34 swing joints, record the size and 575-11.2
location. 653-4.2.3.3