HazMat Ops Bulletin 11 - Sheet1

Question 1

From the HazMat Bulls

Where does the Andrews Underground Fuel Transmission Pipeline run between?

Answer 1

From a point on the Anacostia River just below the South Capitol Street Bridge to Andrews Air Force Base

Question 2

From the HazMat Bulls

What year was the AAFB Pipeline constructed?

Answer 2

1964

Question 3

From the HazMat Bulls

Who manages the AAFB Pipeline?

Answer 3

ST Services

Question 4

From the HazMat Bulls

How many hours per week is the AAFB Pipeline in use?

Answer 4

17-20 hours

Question 5

From the HazMat Bulls

What moniker is given to the type ofjet fuel pumped through the AAFB Pipeline?

Answer 5

JP/8

Question 6

From the HazMat Bulls

Pressures within the AAFB Pipeline will reach what while fuel is being pumped?

Answer 6

300 psi

Question 7

From the HazMat Bulls

What pressure will be found at the river end of the AAFB Pipeline during periods of non-use?

Answer 7

Approximately 85 psi

Question 8

From the HazMat Bulls

What effect does JP/8 have on eyes and skin?

Answer 8

Moderately irritating

Question 9

From the HazMat Bulls

Inhalation of JP/8 vapors or mist may cause what?

Answer 9

Mild irritation to the upper respiratory tract

Question 10

From the HazMat Bulls

What may high concentrations of JP/8 exposureresult in?

Answer 10

Central nervous system depression, headache, dizziness and nausea

Question 11

From the HazMat Bulls

Inhalation of high levels of JP/8 mist may result in what?

Answer 11

Chemical pneumonitis

Question 12

From the HazMat Bulls

JP/8 may contain what known carcinogen?

Answer 12

Benzene

Question 13

From the HazMat Bulls

If ignited, JP/8 will do what?

Answer 13

Give off intense heat

Question 14

From the HazMat Bulls

How many shut-offs are there along the route for the AAFB Pipeline?

Answer 14

3

Question 15

From the HazMat Bulls

The shut-offs for the AAFB Pipeline are only to be operated by who?

Answer 15

ST Services pipeline personnel

Question 16

From the HazMat Bulls

Who should be contacted in the event of an AAFB Pipeline emergency?

Answer 16

The Andrews Terminal Manager

Question 17

From the HazMat Bulls

For an AAFB Pipeline emergency, who usually notifies the National Response Center?

Answer 17

Haz Mat

Question 18

From the HazMat Bulls

What is the correct position for an AAFB Pipeline emergency?

Answer 18

Upwind, uphill, and a safe distance away

Question 19

From the HazMat Bulls

With regards to traffic, pedestrians, and buildings (where appropriate), what action should be taken in the event of an AAFB Pipeline emergency?

Answer 19

Isolate area in all directions

Question 20

From the HazMat Bulls

What should be eliminated near an AAFB Pipeline emergency?

Answer 20

All sources of ignition (including flares)

Question 21

From the HazMat Bulls

In an AAFB Pipeline emergency, do not extinguish any primary fire source except under what circumstance?

Answer 21

Unless directed by pipeline company employees

Question 22

From the HazMat Bulls

What action should be taken if the AAFB Pipeline incident is near railroad tracks?

Answer 22

Request that train movement in the area be stopped

Question 23

From the HazMat Bulls

What action should be taken if the AAFB Pipeline incident is near the shoreline?

Answer 23

Request fireboat response