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OPERATING IN DUSTY OR SANDY AREAS.
a.
Keep tank clean.
Make sure vent assembly and filler/discharge assem-
blies are clean.
b.
Keep all hoses and fittings covered with dust caps when not in use.
c.
Wipe all couplings clean before assembling.
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OPERATING AFTER NUCLEAR, BIOLOGICAL, OR CHEMICAL (NBC) CONTAMINATION.
a.
Nuclear.
If nuclear contamination (fallout) comes down dry, decon-
taminate using dry methods.
Brush off tank or shipping container
with brooms or vacuum.
If nuclear contamination comes down wet, de-
contaminate with high pressure water hoses.
b.
Biological and Chemical.
Neutralize with Super Tropical Bleach
(STB).
Wash off with high pressure water.
c.
For-further information on NBC decontamination, refer to FM 21-40.
3-11.
EMERGENCY SHUT DOWN.
Emergency shut down of tank operations can be
accomplishing by performing the following:
a.
Close all gate valves.
b.
Disconnect servicing hoses.
c.
Clear area of equipment and personnel.
NOTE
For emergency destruction to prevent enemy use, refer to para. 1-12.
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