NEW!  Proposed Revisions SPCC Rule!

On December 2, 2005 the EPA released two proposed amendments to the SPCC Rule to assist in streamlining the requirements. Below is a summary of some of the proposed changes.

1. Compliance Dates

Currently: The SPCC Plan shall be in place by February 16, 2006 and fully implemented by August 18, 2006

Proposed: The SPCC Plan shall be in place and fully implemented by October 31, 2007. 

2. Qualifying Facilities

Currently: If a facility stores 1,320 gallons or more, a Professional Engineer is required to review and certify the SPCC Plan.

Proposed:  If a facility stores 10,000 gallons or less, the owner/operator can self-certify its SPCC Plan in lieu of a Professional Engineer.

There are also proposed changes regarding animal fats, vegetable oils, airport mobile refuelers, farms and motive power.  Please see www.epa.gov/oilspill/nprm.htm for more detailed information. 

This summary is only meant to provide a basic overview of the proposed changes.  AARON Environmental is not responsible for the information provided in this document.