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e of UFM 3-460-03 in SPCC Plans. Spill plans, response plans, operational plans, or other plans required by law should not include UFM 3-460-03 by title for complete inclusion. Only specific items from the document should be included when required. 2-6.2 Containment. Secondary containment should be provided for petroleum fuel systems and components as required by UFC 3-460-01. These systems may include earthen berms, containment paving, spill kits, and/or liners. UFM 3-460-03 9 March 2026 18 2-6.3 Containment Drain Valves. Containment areas must be drained as frequently as required to maintain them in a clean, dry, and accessible state. Debris caught in the drainage inlet grate must be removed after each draining. Containment drain valves must be maintained as outlined in Section 6.6 Valve
UFM 3-460-03 9 March 2026 UNIFIED FACILITIES MANUAL (UFM) APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE; DISTRIBUTION UNLIMITED PETROLEUM FUEL SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE UFM 3-460-03 9 March 2026 FOREWORD Unified Facilities Manuals (UFM) provide non-mandatory, informational guidance in support of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) with a specific focus on facilities operations, and maintenance. Only UFC establish enforceable requirements. UFM are For Information Only (FIO) and exist to help users understand and apply UFC requirements. The purpose of UFM is to share operational procedures, maintenance practices, and practical examples that support effective implementation of UFC criteria during operations and maintenance activities. UFM may include recommended procedures, checklists, illustrations, or explanatory ma
For interpretations on UFM 3-460-03 9 March 2026 3 operation and maintenance requirements of fuel systems, consult the applicable SCP as defined in DoD 4140.25-M, Volume 1, Chapter 1, Section C1.3.1.5. 1-6 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE. Inspection and maintenance activities must meet the most stringent of UFC and Military Specific requirements as well as applicable host nation, Federal, state, and local codes and regulations. For example, Ramstein Air Base must comply with the more stringent maintenance criteria of UFM 3-460-03, the applicable NATO STANAG, USAFE documents, or German law. 1-7 WAIVERS AND EXEMPTIONS. Recommended UFM 3-460-03 language generated from recurring waivers and exemptions will be considered by the DoD FDWG with supporting rationale for inclusion on FDWG voting agendas. Rec
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