by Caltha, LLP | Feb 18, 2026 | FAQ, Spill Prevention
Under the Clean Water Act, the “sheen rule” provides the framework for determining whether an oil spill should be reported to the federal government. Federal regulation requires the person in charge of a facility or vessel responsible for discharging oil...
by Caltha, LLP | Nov 17, 2019 | Spill Prevention
Two rules can apply to facilities with above ground tanks, 1) Federal SPCC Rules (40 CFR 112), and 2) Wisconsin Rules on Storage of Flammable, Combustible and Hazardous Liquids (Chapter Comm 10). For any given facility, some tank systems may only be subject to SPCC...
by Caltha, LLP | Aug 11, 2018 | FAQ, Hazardous Materials, Spill Prevention
What is a Facility Response Plan? Under the federal Oil Pollution Prevention Act rules, certain facilities are required to prepare a Facility Response Plan or FRP. An FRP is an enhanced spill preparedness and response plan. Key elements of a FRP include: Emergency...
by Caltha, LLP | Mar 1, 2018 | FAQ, Spill Prevention
What Types of Industries or SIC Codes Need an SPCC Plan? Answer: SPCC Rules (40 CFR 112) apply to all types of sites. The rules can apply to industrial sites, commercial and retail sites, offices, restaurants, hotels, construction sites, municipal properties, and even...
by Caltha, LLP | Feb 22, 2018 | FAQ, Hazardous Materials, Spill Prevention
FAQ: Do All Tanks Need Secondary Containment? Answer: No. But determining if secondary containment is needed for your specific tank requires an understanding of Federal, State, and local regulations, plus knowledge of specific building codes, such as NFPA 30 Flammable...
