020-12 Wyo. Code R. § 12-16

Current through April 27, 2019
Section 12-16 - Operation and Maintenance Manuals

(a) Where required. Plant operation and maintenance manuals are required for each new or modified treatment or pumping facility. The manuals shall provide the following information as a minimum:

  • (i) Introduction.
  • (ii) Description of facilities and unit processes within the plant from influent structures through effluent structures.
  • (iii) Plant control system.
  • (iv) Utilities and systems.
  • (v) Emergency operation and response.
  • (vi) Permit requirements and other regulatory requirements.
  • (vii) Staffing needs.
  • (viii) Index to manufacturer's manuals.

(b) When required. Acceptance of the final operation and maintenance manuals is required prior to plant startup.

(c) Description of facilities. The description of facilities and unit processes shall include the size, capacity, model number (where applicable) and intended loading rate.

  • (i) Each unit. The manual shall describe each unit, including the function, the controls, the lubrication and maintenance schedule. The manual shall also include start-up operations; routine operations; abnormal operations; emergency or power outage operations; bypass procedures; and safety.
  • (ii) Flow diagrams. The manual shall provide flow diagrams of the entire process, as well as individual unit processes. The flow diagrams shall show the flow options under the various operational conditions listed above.

(d) Operating parameters. The O & M manual shall provide the design criteria for each unit process. The data shall include the number, type, capacity, sizes, etc., and other information, as applicable.

(e) Troubleshooting guide. Each equipment maintenance manual shall include a section on troubleshooting. These manuals are to be indexed in the plant O & M manual. The troubleshooting guide shall include typical operation problems and solutions. The guide shall include a telephone number for factory troubleshooting assistance.

(f) Emergency procedures. The plant O & M manual shall detail emergency operations procedures for possible foreseeable emergencies, including power outage, equipment failure, development of unsafe conditions, and other emergency conditions. The details shall include valve positions, flow control settings, and other information to ensure continued operation of the facility at maximum possible efficiency.

The manual shall also detail emergency notification procedures to be followed to protect health and safety under various emergency conditions.

(g) Safety. The manual shall provide general information on safety in and around the plant and its components. Each unit process discussion shall include applicable safety procedures and precautions. For unit processes or operations having extreme hazards (such as chlorine, closed tanks, etc.), the discussion shall detail appropriate protection, rescue procedures, and necessary safety equipment.

(h) Maintenance manuals. Maintenance manuals shall be required for each piece of equipment. These manuals must meet the requirements of the engineer and contractor for installation and startup of equipment. The information included in the manufacturer's manuals shall not be included in the O & M manual.

The manual shall have a neatly typewritten table of contents for each volume arranged in a systematic order. The general contents shall include product data; drawings; written text as required to supplement product data for the particular installation; and a copy of each warranty, bond and service contract issued.

The manuals for equipment and systems shall include a description of unit and component parts; operating procedures; maintenance procedures and schedules; service and lubrication schedule; sequence of control operation; a parts list; and a recommended spare parts list.

020-12 Wyo. Code R. § 12-16