What must be ensured regarding the vapor recovery system at the station?

Ensuring that the vapor recovery system must work correctly and capture vapors during dispensing is essential for a few key reasons. Vapor recovery systems are designed to minimize the release of harmful vapors into the atmosphere during the refueling process. These vapors can contribute to air pollution and pose health risks to customers and employees.

When the system operates effectively, it captures vapors that would otherwise escape, preventing them from contributing to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the air. This effectively helps in regulatory compliance with environmental standards aimed at reducing air pollution from retail fuel dispensing operations.

Having a functional vapor recovery system is critical not only for environmental safety but also for health safety since these vapors can be hazardous when inhaled. Therefore, ensuring that the system captures vapors during dispensing is necessary for maintaining compliance with local and federal air quality regulations, promoting a safe environment within the station, and protecting the health of all individuals present.