(A) Protection from accidental discharge.
(1) All industrial users shall provide such facilities and institute such procedures as are reasonably necessary to prevent or minimize the potential for accidental discharge into the POTW of waste regulated by this chapter from liquid or raw material storage areas, from truck and rail car loading and unloading areas, from in-plant transfer or processing and materials handling areas and from dike areas or holding ponds of any waste regulated by this chapter. The wastewater discharge permit of any user who has a history of significant leaks, spills or other accidental discharge of waste regulated by this chapter shall be subject on a case-by-case basis to a special permit condition or requirement for the construction of facilities or establishment of procedures which will prevent or minimize the potential for such accidental discharge. Facilities to prevent accidental discharge of prohibited materials shall be provided and maintained at the user's expense. Detailed plans showing the facilities and operating procedures shall be submitted to the City before the facility is constructed.
(2) The review and approval of such plans and operating procedures will in no way relieve the user from the responsibility of modifying the facility to provide the protection necessary to meet the requirements of this chapter.
(B) Notification of accidental discharge.
(1) Any person causing or suffering from any accidental discharge shall immediately notify the Superintendent (or his designated official) by telephone to enable counter measures to be taken by the Superintendent to minimize damage to the POTW, the health and welfare of the public, and the environment.
(2) This notification shall be forwarded, within five (5) days of the date of occurrence, by a detailed written statement describing the cause of the accidental discharge and the measures being taken to prevent future occurrence.
(3) Such notification will not relieve the user of liability for any expense, loss or damage to the POTW, fish kills, or any other damage to person or property; nor shall such notification relieve the user of any fines, civil penalties, or other liability which may be imposed by this subchapter on state or federal law.
(C) Notice to employees. A notice shall be permanently posted on the user's bulletin board or other prominent place advising employees whom to call in the event of a dangerous discharge. Employers shall insure that all employees who may cause or suffer such dangerous discharge to occur are advised of the emergency notification procedure.
(Ord. passed 12-5-91) Penalty, see § 50.999