Why are petrol stations often regarded as contaminated sites?
Why are petrol stations often regarded as contaminated sites? The NSW EPA has advised that the underground petroleum storage tanks used at most petrol stations and fuel depots are one of the most common causes of contamination in NSW. When petrol is released into the ground it will adsorb to soil, partition into vapour or dissolve in groundwater. How do you clean a gas station pump? Preferred Method: Clean the dispenser with soap and water and disinfect by wiping 70% isopropanol (isopropyl alcohol) on the dispenser. Do not spray it on, make sure to leave it on for at least...