(A) In the case of any discharge, including, but not limited to, unanticipated or accidental discharges, discharges of a nonroutine, episodic nature, a noncustomary batch discharge, a slug discharge or slug load, that may cause interference with the WWF or violate regulatory requirements of this chapter, it shall be the responsibility of the IU to immediately notify the city and Bay County WWF offices of the incident as soon as they become aware of the discharge. The notification shall include the name of the person providing the notification, location and time of discharge, type of wastewater, concentration and volume and corrective actions taken by the IU.
(B) Within five calendar days following such discharge, the IU shall, unless waived by the director, submit a detailed written report describing the cause(s) of the discharge and the measures to be taken by the IU to prevent similar future occurrences. Such notification shall not relieve the IU of any expense, loss, damage, or other liability which might be incurred as a result of damage to the WWF, natural resources, or any other damage to person or property; nor shall such notification relieve the IU of any fines, penalties, or other liability which may be imposed pursuant to this chapter.
(C) A notice shall be permanently posted on the IU's bulletin board or other prominent place advising employees who to call in the event of a discharge described in division (A), above. Employers shall ensure that all employees who could cause such a discharge to occur are advised of the emergency notification procedure.
(D) Significant industrial users are required to notify the director immediately of any changes at its facility affecting the potential for a slug discharge.
(Ord. 679, passed 9-26-2017)