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Prior to the product being offloaded, tanks at the terminal need to be gauged by a certified gauger to verify how many barrels will be coming off the ship. This process also allows the workers to check for leaks that may occur during the transfer of product. When all product has been discharged from the ship, the gauger gauges the tanks once again to determine how many barrels were received from the ship. Product shipments can range anywhere from 100,000 to 250,000 barrels.

All laborers working at the terminal are exposed to potentially hazardous situations and, thus, the oil companies strictly enforce strong safety requirements. All personnel must wear protective coveralls, hard hats, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots when performing their duties at the terminal. In addition, items such as gloves and safety breathing apparatuses are available for use. During a fire emergency, all laborers are required to wear yellow emergency gear. Throughout the year, workers receive ongoing fire and safety training, which helps keep the workers and the environment safe.