Urgent Correct Fuel Tank Code and Regulatory Non-Compliances – Public Comments Invited

December 10, 2025 – The authorities must determine whether the proposed Urgent Correct Fuel Tank Code and Regulatory Non-Compliances, located at David Florida Laboratory is likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

To help inform this determination, the authorities are inviting comments from the public respecting that determination. All comments received will be considered public and may be posted online.

Written comments must be submitted by January 10, 2026 to:

Environment, Health and Safety

Public Services and Procurement Canada

11 Laurier St, Portage III, Place du Portage
Gatineau, QC  K1A 0S5

Email: TPSGC.RCNLVEEListedeControle-NCRECMPChecklist.PWGSC@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca

The Proposed Project

This project involves the full replacement of an existing fuel storage tank located inside the generator room at the David Florida Laboratory. The current tank has been identified as non-compliant with federal regulations. The scope includes replacing the tank and reviewing all associated system components such as piping, venting, and ancillary equipment to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards. Corrective actions will address deficiencies related to emergency venting, spill containment, emergency planning, secondary containment, fill connections, spill containers, shear valves, fusible links, certified hoses, and vent piping requirements.