Local conditions will dictate how often the filter needs to be replaced. The filter is generally recommended to be replaced before the onset of the rainy season, and then as required for the remainder of the year. A visual inspection can quickly determine if a filter change is necessary. Typically the filter needs to be replaced 1-3 times annually.

 

1. For any significant spill or release the following are required to immediately report such incidents: Owners, Operators, Persons in charge and Employees. Notification Reporting is required in any case of a significant spill or release from facilities, vehicles, vessels, pipelines and railroads.

2. California State Law requires that handlers, any employees, authorized representatives, agents or designee of handlers shall, upon discovery, immediately report any release or threatened release of hazardous materials (Health and Safety Code 25507) Note: Check with your local state laws

3. Under Federal Law reporting of spills or releases is required for all releases that equal or exceed federal reporting quantities. Owners and operators are required to report to the (EPCRA) and any other responsible personnel in charge, are to report to the (CERCLA).

 

Prices for the different Safe Drain® models vary depending upon the size, dimensions and options required, including the valve size. Larger drains may require the Heavy Duty Safe Drain®. Other applications may require a filter.

 

The Safe Drain® can quickly and cost effectively bring your facility into SPCC and SWPP compliance. With proper operation of the Safe Drain® your facility can be achieve 100% above ground containment of any spills that might otherwise contaminate you storm drain system and result in costly fines, cleanup costs and possible lost production.

 

Each Safe Drain is custom built to the size and configuration of the storm drain for which it is intended. Virtually any size or shape storm drain, including trench and curbside types, can accommodate a Safe Drain.

 

No, the valve is protected by special lubricants and will not freeze.

 

The standard valve has a 4" opening, perfect for California weather. In higher precipitation climates, e.g. Portland, OR, or for very large drainage areas, a 6" or even 8" valve is an option. Valves sizes can be specified up to 12".

 

In rare cases some minor construction may be necessary for installation of a Safe Drain®, but nothing that would require a construction permit. A standard Safe Drain® can be installed in about 30-45 minutes.

 

With the valve open, water flows freely into the storm drain. Valve sizes are specifically designed for each Safe Drain® by accounting the area being drained and the annual rainfall history of that particular geography.

 

One rule of thumb, if it's raining make sure that the Safe Drain™ is open. Different environments and different applications may vary in the way the Safe Drain® is utilized. Many customers keep their Safe Drain® normally closed, opening it only for rain events. Others will keep their Safe Drains™ normally open if they are located in areas that the customer considers to be "low risk." Should there be a transfer operation of a hazardous material taking place near a Safe Drain then the valve is always kept closed until that operation has been completed. The quick open and close feature of the Safe Drain® is convenient in either scenario.