Tank Inspections
Based in Pennsylvania, a state with among the most stringent regulations in the country, Elias Consulting also has nationwide experience with inspecting tanks and tank systems from small privately-owned companies to large corporations. Whether your need is for a periodic inspection or one as required by your SPCC plan, or state requirements, we can provide the SP001 or API-653 service as needed.
Our Tank Inspection Certifications:
- API 653 – American Petroleum Institute AST Inspector
- STI SP001 – Steel Tank Institute Aboveground Tank Inspector
- Pennsylvania D.E.P. Aboveground Storage Tank (AST) and Underground Storage Tank (UST) Certifications
Our inspection program helps ensure that your facility is in compliance, as specified by your SPCC or State regulations. The inspector verifies compliance with all applicable regulations, ensures there are no issues requiring attention, and finally, provides the required documentation.
Elias Consulting offers inspection programs for AST facilities, adhering to the Steel Tank Institutes’ standard protocol, SP001 and API-653 requirements.
What to Expect From an Inspection
We will evaluate the external condition of the AST and its containment structure and ensure that the interstice or spill container does not contain water or product. We also verify that no debris or fire hazards exist in the containment area, that tank attachments are secure and free of corrosion, that a liquid level gauge is functioning properly, and more.
An inspection includes such aspects as verifying foundation integrity, corrosion protection system operation, level and overfill prevention system operation, leak detection system integrity, and thickness of steel shell, roof and bottom, piping corrosion rates and remaining life.
You will receive a thorough report detailing what was inspected and what passed and failed. You also receive a written summary of our findings regarding the interior and exterior condition of your tank.
Petroleum Industry-Related Construction Consulting Service
Elias Consulting provides consulting services that will oversee an array of petroleum industry-related construction projects from tank and fuel system installations, new gasoline stations to bulk plant installations.
For more information, contact us at (215) 348-4500 or fill out a form here.
Expert Witness Service
Many firms find themselves in the undesirable position of being involved in litigation and thus, may require an expert witness to bolster their case. When involving Above Ground Storage Tanks (AST) and Underground Storage Tanks (UST) systems inspections, installation operations and repair, Elias Consulting provides expert witness services. Gregory Dubas, through his vast skill, experience, training and education, brings to the courtroom a sense of objectivity and credibility. With an ability to explain complex and nuanced information in a way that jurors and judges can understand, he can draw conclusions and give his expert opinion that weights the case in the defendant’s favor.. Legal teams have attested to how reports and testimony have strengthened the entire case.
For more information, references, or a consultation on these expert witness services, contact us at (215) 348-4500 or fill out a form here.