Tank Talk - Bulk Fuel Podcast
Tank Talk - Bulk Fuel Podcast is a podcast that delves into various aspects of environmental management and regulations, mainly focusing on bulk fuel storage, fish processing, and utility facilities across the Pacific Northwest. Hosted by industry expert Shannon Oelkers, Tank Talk features discussions with industry leaders to answer questions commonly asked by terminal managers. Episodes cover various topics involving State and Federal regulations, tank inspections and permits, and industry vendors. Tune in to navigate the complexities of rules and operations, offering insights and information to listeners involved or interested in environmental compliance and best practices within specialized industries.
Tank Talk - Bulk Fuel Podcast
Latest Episodes
Inspection Prep for Facility Managers
Agency inspections are a routine part of operating a bulk fuel facility, but that doesn’t make them any less stressful. In this episode of Tank Talk, Shannon breaks down what inspectors are actually looking for, how facilities can prepare ahead...
SPCC Basics - Required Recordkeeping
SPCC plans are one of the most common - and most misunderstood - regulatory requirements in the bulk fuel industry. While the plan itself may seem straightforward, proving compliance is where things get complicated. In this episode,...
The Compliance Hit You Didn't See Coming
Ever feel confident you’re following the rules… only to find out the rules changed? In this episode of Tank Talk, Shannon and Haley talk about one of the most common compliance pitfalls in environmental operations: regulations evolv...
A First Person Account of the Exxon Valdez Response & the Birth of OPA 90
In this episode of Tank Talk, we sit down with Senior Environmental Consultant Leslie Pearson for a first-person account of the Exxon Valdez oil spill and how it reshaped spill prevention and response in Alaska and across the nation.&n...
Analytical Sampling 101: Doing it Right the First Time Featuring Justin Nelson
Analytical sampling is a critical part of environmental compliance - and it’s one area where small mistakes can quickly become expensive problems. With the upcoming release of the 2026 Alaska Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP), and ...
