SAFETY & SUSTAINABILITY

Protecting People. Protecting Products. Protecting the Environment.

At MWL Bulk Storage Inc.., safety and environmental responsibility are fundamental to how we approach bulk oil storage and terminal operations.

The products moving through our facilities are important to our customers and to the industries and communities they serve. Handling petroleum products, fuels, oils and other bulk liquids requires disciplined procedures, properly maintained infrastructure, trained personnel and constant attention to operational risk.

Our commitment is straightforward:

Operate safely, protect the environment, maintain the integrity of our infrastructure and continuously improve the way we work.

Safety and sustainability are not separate from our business. They are integral to responsible terminal operations.

OUR SAFETY COMMITMENT

Safety Comes First in Everything We Do

Bulk oil storage and petroleum terminal operations involve complex equipment, valuable products, transportation interfaces and potentially hazardous materials.

We therefore approach safety as an everyday operational responsibility—not simply as a set of policies.

Our safety culture is built around:

• Protecting employees and contractors
• Protecting customers and visitors
• Protecting transportation partners
• Preventing incidents and product releases
• Maintaining equipment and terminal infrastructure
• Following established operating procedures
• Identifying and managing operational risks
• Preparing for potential emergencies
• Learning from incidents and near misses
• Continuously improving safety performance

Every person working within or around our operations has a role to play in maintaining a safe terminal environment.

SAFE BULK OIL STORAGE

Responsible Management of Petroleum Products

The safe storage of petroleum products begins with appropriate infrastructure and disciplined operating procedures.

MWL Bulk Storage Inc.. emphasizes responsible management throughout the storage lifecycle—from product receipt and tank entry to inventory management, transfers and product dispatch.

Our approach considers:

Product Compatibility

Products must be handled and stored using infrastructure appropriate for their characteristics and applicable requirements.

Tank Integrity

Storage tanks and associated equipment require appropriate inspection, maintenance and monitoring to support safe operations.

Controlled Transfers

Product movements between tanks, pipelines, trucks, railcars and marine transportation require controlled operating procedures and effective communication.

Product Containment

Appropriate containment and spill-prevention measures are an important part of responsible bulk liquid storage.

Operational Monitoring

Effective terminal operations require personnel to remain aware of equipment condition, product movements and changing operating conditions.

PROCESS SAFETY

Managing Risk Through Operational Discipline

Process safety is particularly important in petroleum and bulk liquid terminal operations.

Our approach is focused on identifying potential hazards, establishing appropriate controls and ensuring that personnel understand the procedures associated with their responsibilities.

Key areas of focus include:

• Hazard identification
• Risk assessment
• Safe operating procedures
• Equipment integrity
• Process controls
• Transfer procedures
• Permit-to-work practices where applicable
• Contractor safety
• Emergency preparedness
• Incident reporting
• Corrective actions

Our objective is to prevent incidents wherever reasonably practicable and to continuously strengthen the controls used throughout our operations.

TERMINAL EQUIPMENT & ASSET INTEGRITY

Maintaining the Infrastructure Customers Depend On

Reliable terminal operations depend on properly maintained infrastructure.

Storage tanks, transfer systems, pumps, valves, loading equipment, piping, instrumentation and other terminal assets must be maintained and operated responsibly.

Our asset-integrity approach emphasizes:

Inspection
Identifying potential equipment issues before they become operational problems.

Maintenance
Maintaining equipment according to appropriate procedures and schedules.

Monitoring
Observing equipment performance and operating conditions.

Documentation
Maintaining appropriate records of inspections, maintenance and operational activities.

Continuous Improvement
Using operational information to identify opportunities for improvement.

Maintaining infrastructure integrity supports both safety and reliability.

SPILL PREVENTION & RESPONSE

Preventing Releases and Protecting Our Environment

The prevention of petroleum and liquid-product releases is a fundamental responsibility of bulk storage operations.

MWL Bulk Storage Inc.. emphasizes appropriate controls around product receipt, storage, transfer and loading activities.

Our approach includes attention to:

• Tank and equipment integrity
• Transfer procedures
• Product containment
• Loading and unloading operations
• Inspection and maintenance
• Employee awareness
• Emergency response preparedness
• Incident reporting and corrective action

Where an incident or potential release occurs, appropriate response procedures are essential to protect people, property and the environment.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Ready to Respond

Responsible terminal operations require preparedness for situations that may affect people, equipment, products or the environment.

MWL Bulk Storage Inc.. works to maintain appropriate emergency-response planning for potential terminal incidents.

Emergency preparedness can include procedures addressing:

• Product releases
• Fire incidents
• Equipment failures
• Transportation incidents
• Severe weather
• Power or utility interruptions
• Other operational emergencies

Preparedness involves more than having a written plan.

It requires personnel awareness, appropriate communication, clearly defined responsibilities and coordination with relevant emergency-response resources.

EMPLOYEE & CONTRACTOR SAFETY

Everyone Has a Role in Safety

Safety is a shared responsibility.

Employees, contractors, drivers, visitors and other personnel interacting with terminal operations must understand the requirements associated with their activities.

Our safety culture promotes:

• Appropriate personal protective equipment
• Site safety orientation
• Job-specific training
• Hazard awareness
• Safe work practices
• Clear communication
• Reporting of unsafe conditions
• Incident and near-miss reporting
• Stop-work awareness
• Accountability

We believe employees should feel empowered to raise safety concerns when they identify a potential hazard.

TRANSPORTATION SAFETY

Safe Connections Between Terminal and Transportation

Bulk liquid terminals are connected to multiple transportation systems.

Products may enter or leave a terminal by:

• Truck
• Rail
• Marine transportation
• Pipeline
• Other approved transportation systems

Each interface creates specific operational requirements.

MWL Bulk Storage Inc.. emphasizes safe coordination between terminal personnel and transportation partners during loading, unloading, transfer and dispatch operations.

Particular attention is given to:

• Vehicle and equipment positioning
• Loading and unloading procedures
• Product identification
• Transfer connections
• Communication
• Documentation
• Personnel safety
• Emergency procedures

Our objective is to maintain safe transitions between terminal operations and transportation networks.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

Protecting the Environment Around Our Operations

Environmental responsibility is an important part of operating a bulk storage terminal.

MWL Bulk Storage Inc.. recognizes the importance of managing potential environmental risks associated with petroleum and bulk liquid storage.

RESPONSIBLE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Using Resources Wisely

Sustainability also involves how resources are used throughout our operations.

We seek practical opportunities to improve efficiency in areas such as:

• Energy consumption
• Water use
• Waste management
• Equipment efficiency
• Operational processes
• Material use

Where appropriate, improvements in operational efficiency can simultaneously support environmental objectives and improve the reliability of terminal operations.

WASTE MANAGEMENT

Responsible Handling of Operational Waste

Bulk storage and terminal operations can generate different forms of operational waste.

Responsible waste management requires appropriate identification, handling, storage, transportation and disposal practices.

Our approach emphasizes:

• Proper waste segregation
• Appropriate storage
• Responsible handling
• Compliance with applicable requirements
• Minimizing unnecessary waste
• Evaluating opportunities for recovery or recycling where practical

Our goal is to manage operational waste responsibly throughout its lifecycle.

SUPPORTING A CHANGING ENERGY LANDSCAPE

Infrastructure for Today’s Energy Markets and Tomorrow’s Opportunities

The energy industry continues to evolve.

While petroleum products remain an important component of the American economy, markets are also expanding into renewable fuels, bio-based feedstocks and other emerging energy products.

Bulk storage terminals can play an important role in this changing environment by providing infrastructure for receiving, storing, handling and distributing different products.

MWL Bulk Storage Inc.. seeks to remain responsive to changing customer and market requirements while maintaining the operational standards expected of a responsible terminal operator.

RENEWABLE FUELS & LOWER-CARBON PRODUCTS

Supporting Evolving Bulk Liquid Markets

Where facility infrastructure and product compatibility allow, bulk storage operations can support products associated with evolving energy markets.

These may include:

• Renewable fuels
• Biofuel components
• Renewable feedstocks
• Vegetable oils
• Other compatible lower-carbon liquid products

Our approach is practical: understand the product, understand its handling requirements and determine how the appropriate infrastructure can support safe and responsible storage.

OUR PEOPLE

A Culture of Responsibility

Sustainability begins with people.

Employees make daily decisions that influence safety, equipment integrity, environmental performance, customer service and operational efficiency.

We seek to build a culture in which employees understand that responsible operations depend on:

Awareness

Understanding the hazards and responsibilities associated with their work.

Accountability

Taking ownership of decisions and actions.

Communication

Sharing information that can improve safety and operational performance.

Learning

Using experience, training and lessons learned to improve.

Teamwork

Working together to protect people, products and the environment.

COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITY

Being a Responsible Neighbor

Industrial terminal operations exist within communities.

MWL Bulk Storage Inc. recognizes the importance of maintaining responsible relationships with surrounding communities and stakeholders.

Our approach is based on:

• Responsible operations
• Environmental awareness
• Safety-conscious practices
• Respect for neighboring properties and communities
• Appropriate communication
• Emergency preparedness
• Compliance with applicable requirements

We believe being a good industrial neighbor starts with operating responsibly every day.

COMPLIANCE & RESPONSIBLE OPERATIONS

Meeting Our Responsibilities

Responsible terminal operations require compliance with applicable federal, state and local requirements.

MWL Bulk Storage Inc. is committed to operating within the regulatory framework applicable to its facilities and activities.

Our compliance focus encompasses areas such as:

• Environmental requirements
• Occupational safety
• Petroleum storage requirements
• Fire protection
• Transportation interfaces
• Emergency preparedness
• Waste management
• Equipment and facility requirements

Specific permits, registrations, certifications and regulatory obligations vary according to facility, product and operation.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

Better Every Day

Safety and sustainability are not destinations.

They require continuous attention.

We seek to identify opportunities to improve our:

• Safety procedures
• Training
• Equipment reliability
• Environmental controls
• Operational efficiency
• Emergency preparedness
• Customer communication
• Resource management

Lessons from inspections, audits, incidents, near misses, employee observations and operational experience can help identify areas where improvements are needed.

Our goal is to create a culture in which improvement becomes part of normal operations.

SAFETY & SUSTAINABILITY AT EVERY STAGE

Review performance and identify opportunities for safer and more responsible operations.

OUR SAFETY & SUSTAINABILITY COMMITMENT

Responsible Operations. Reliable Service. Long-Term Thinking.

At MWL Bulk Storage Inc., we understand that customers entrust us with valuable products and critical supply-chain responsibilities.

BUILD A RESPONSIBLE SUPPLY-CHAIN PARTNERSHIP

Talk to MWL Bulk Storage Inc.

Whether you require bulk oil storage, petroleum terminal services, marine handling, rail or truck connectivity, transloading or other bulk liquid services, our team is ready to discuss your requirements.

Tell us about your product, volume, transportation requirements and operational objectives.