(A) Notice of unusual discharges required. In the case of any discharges, including, but not limited to, accidental discharges, discharges of a non-routine episodic nature, non-customary batch discharges or a slug load, as defined in § 50.002(A) of this chapter, that may cause potential problems to the POTW, the user shall immediately call and notify the POTW Director of the incident. This notification shall include the location of the discharge, type of waste, concentration, volume (if known) and corrective actions taken by the user.
(B) Detailed written report. Within five days following such discharge, the industrial user/satellite town shall, unless waived by the POTW Director, submit a detailed written report describing the cause(s) of the discharge and the measures to be taken by the user to prevent similar future occurrences. Subject to the provisions of § 50.123 of this chapter, such notification shall not relieve the industrial user/satellite town from any expense, loss, damage or other liability which may be incurred as a result of damage to the POTW, natural resources or any other damage to person or property; nor shall such notification relieve the user of any fines, penalties or other liability which may be imposed pursuant to this chapter.
(C) Failure to report. Failure to notify the POTW Director of potential problem discharges shall be deemed a violation of this chapter.
(D) Posting of notice of procedures. A notice shall be permanently posted on the industrial user’s bulletin board or other prominent place advising employees of the procedures to be taken, including whom at the town to notify in the event of a discharge described in division (A) above. Employers shall ensure that all employees who may cause such a discharge to occur are advised of the emergency notification procedure.
(E) Notification of changes required. All SIUs are required to notify the POTW immediately of any changes at its facility affecting the potential for spills and other accidental discharge, discharge of a non-routine, episodic nature, a non-customary batch discharge or a slug load as defined in § 50.002(A) of this chapter.
(Ord. passed 10-14-2021)