Once a tank is pulled from the ground, what is the next step before loading it onto a truck for transportation?

When a tank is pulled from the ground, ensuring it is safely secured is essential before any further actions, such as loading it onto a truck for transportation. Blocking the tank helps prevent any unwanted movement during the loading process, which is crucial for the safety of personnel and equipment involved. Securing the tank minimizes the risk of accidents or spills that could occur if the tank were to shift unexpectedly.

While documenting the condition of the tank, cleaning it thoroughly, or sealing the tank openings are also important steps in the overall process of handling an underground storage tank, blocking it to prevent movement specifically addresses the immediate concern of safely managing the tank during transportation. It creates a stable environment that allows subsequent steps to be carried out more effectively and without risk to safety.