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Biodiesel Safety and Best Management Practices for Small-Scale Noncommercial Use and Production.pdf

July 18, 2009 · Filed Under Agricultural Engineering  · Tags: , , ,

Taken from Introduction: This publication addresses processing and safety issues associated with making biodiesel fuel. Biodiesel is a clean, renewable fuel that can be made from various biomass oil feedstocks such as waste vegetable oil, yellow grease, animal fats, and virgin vegetable oils. Small-scale biodiesel production has been growing due to higher fuel prices, a desire for energy independence, and interest in environmentally friendly renewable fuel production.

Although the biodiesel manufacturing process is fairly straightforward, there are several aspects of biodiesel production that need careful attention to detail for a productive, safe, and environmentally sound practice. First, some chemicals used could pose serious risks to the operator or to the environment, unless the proper precautions are taken for storage, process safety, handling, ventilation, and use. Second, disposal of glycerol by-product and waste water generated from biodiesel production could cause environmental harm, unless approved practices are used. Finally, operators need to pay close attention to the quality of the biodiesel produced and proper storage to avoid costly engine problems or excessive emissions during use.

Most enthusiastic newcomers to biodiesel production will find that successfully running a safe and responsible operation is not as easy as it looks. Production of biodiesel on a small-scale carries inherent risks, and careless producers are likely to have mishaps. While the obvious goal of all producers should be to minimize mistakes, it is also important to know how to deal with these mistakes and respond appropriately. Knowledge, attention to safety, and advanced planning are the best approaches to preventing serious accidents.

Contents:

  • Introduction
  • Fuel Options from Biomass Oil Feedstocks
  • Using Biodiesel—Best Management Practices for
    • Vehicles, Machinery, Cold Weather, and Storage
    • Transitioning to Biodiesel
    • Fuel Storage
    • Biodiesel in Vehicles/Machinery
    • Cold-Temperature Issues
  • Biodiesel—Should I Make It Myself?
    • Economics
    • Feedstock Availability
    • Compliance with Environmental Regulations
    • Time Commitment
    • Messiness
    • Chemical, Waste, and Safety Issues
    • Responsibility for Vehicle/Equipment Failure
  • Best Management Practices for Small-Scale Biodiesel
    • Production
    • Process Description
    • Regulatory Issues
    • Process Hazards, Safety Precautions, and Handling Issues
    • Chemical Handling
    • Safety Gear Summary
    • Process Safety and Handling Issues
  • Storage Issues
    • Spills
    • By-Product Handling and Disposal
    • Tracking Emissions: Where Does the Methanol Go?
    • Methanol Recovery
    • Biodiesel Quality Test Methods
  • Conclusions
  • References
  • Glossary
  • Appendix A: Straight Vegetable Oil Conversions
  • Appendix B: Biodiesel Batch Status Checklist

This publication is available from the Publications Distribution Center, The Pennsylvania State University, 112 Agricultural Administration Building, University Park, PA 16802.

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