Sheen Rule 40 CFR 110.3
Under the Clean Water Act, the Sheen Rule provides the framework for determining whether an oil spill should be reported to the federal government.
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General Duty Clause Under the Clean Air Act, Section 112(r)
The General Duty Clause under the Clean Air Act requires any facility with extremely hazardous substances to create and implement a plan.
Process Safety Management (PSM) Overview 29 CFR 1910.119
Facilities that store or handle above threshold quantities of listed hazardous chemicals must assess process hazards, create comprehensive plans, train employees, and utilize safe work procedures.
Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) 29 CFR 1910.120
Employers must create plans that outline safe work procedures and conduct training for anyone involved in hazardous waste cleanup.
Used Oil – 40 CFR 279
The EPA's Used Oil Management Standard outlines oil storage and handling requirements for facilities that generate used oil. Proper used oil management promotes oil recycling.
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP)
A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) outlines the best management practices (BMPs) that facilities will use to prevent spills. Plans also outline spill response procedures to quickly respond to hazardous spills and prevent water pollution.