EMERGENCY PROCEDURES - TM-10-5430-239-12-P0055

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b. If exposure to liquid agent is known or suspected, clean the exposed skin, clothing, and personal

gear, in that order, using M258A1 kit. Use the buddy system. Wash exposed skin and

thoroughly decontaminate as soon as tactical situation permits.

If the M8 or M9 paper indicates that liquid chemical agent is present, rinse the exposed portion of

the collapsible tank with a liberal amount of water. When the tactical situation permits, wash the

collapsible tank with soapy water, and rinse thoroughly.

d. Decontamination procedures take time. Do as much as you can, depending on the tactical

situation.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

General

There are two ways to repair the tank envelope. Wooden plugs should be used as an immediate repair to

stop the flow of fuel from the tank until it is possible to install a sealing clamp. Repair may not be possible

until the fuel height and internal pressure of the tank have been reduced by discharging or draining fuel.

Plugs can be used for tears up to 1 1/2 inches (3.81cm). Sealing clamps can be used for tears up to 6

inches (15.24 cm).

WARNINGS

FLAMMABLE FUEL. Do not allow smoking within 100 feet (30.50 meters)

of the storage area. Post NO SMOKING signs around the area. Avoid

getting fuel on the body or clothing. If clothing becomes saturated with

fuel, remove the clothing immediately and wash body with hot soapy water

and soak clothing in soapy water. Avoid spillage of fuel. When spillage

occurs, cover the affected area with dry soil to reduce its rate of vaporization.

Be certain a suitable fire extinguisher is present and that it is properly

charged and positioned so as to be readily available in case of fire. Death or

serious injury may result if personnel fail to strictly observe safety precautions.

If fuel spills on or around a tank or within the diked area, shut down any

nearby engine-driven equipment. Do not resume operation until it has been

determined that the vapor concentrations are below the explosive range.

Fuels and fuel sludge can cause injury to skin or eyes.

If fuel or sludge comes into contact with skin, flush with soap and water.

If fuel or sludge comes into contact with eyes, flush with water.

For further information on first aid, refer to FM 4-25.11.

Fumes from stored fuels are hazardous. Do not carry or store anything

edible near tank. Food will absorb vapors. After leaving area, wash before

eating or smoking.

Emergency Repairs With Wood Plugs

In emergencies, as an immediate temporary measure, the wood plugs may be used for sealing small

holes or punctures.

The size of hole or tear will determine the size of wood plug to be used.

1. For holes (tears) up to approximately 0.5 inch (1.27 cm) in size, use the 3-inch (7.62 cm) long plug.

2. For holes (tears) up to approximately 1.5 inch (3.81 cm) in size, use the 5-inch (12.7 cm) long plug.

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