Overview of Spill Reporting In Minnesota
One of the most challenging aspects of complying with environmental regulations in any State is determining if and when a spill needs to be reported to State or Federal agencies. In most cases, facility managers understand that larger spills need to be reported, especially if the quantity released is above "Reportable Quantities" or RQ under CERCLA or EPCRA. However, smaller spills need careful consideration to determine requirements, although agency agency advice is clear - "if in doubt, report".
Does a small spill need to be reported? Any spill that does or could reach public waters needs to be reported, regardless of quantity spilled. Likewise, any spill that enters a publicly-owned treatment works (POTW) needs to be reported, regardless of the quantity spilled.
Do I need to report spills that are not fuels or toxic chemicals? Spills of toxic, flammable, corrosive, and otherwise dangerous industrial chemicals may need to be reported However, other "non-toxic" materials (for example, milk, sugar) may need to be reported. A spill of any substance or material may cause pollution if it reaches public waters needs to be reported.
Regardless of whether or not a spill requires reporting, facilities are obligated to clean up spills and dispose of the waste properly.
SPCC and Spill Prevention Planning and Compliance
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