What is a Tier II SPCC?
So a Tier II Plan, also known as the Self Certified Plan, is for a facility with no oil spills in the last 3 years, with at least 1,320-gallons of oil products on-site, an oil tank equal to or larger than 5,000-gallons, and total oil storage under 10,000-gallons. If you think you might need an SPCC Plan, don’t delay.
What is a Tier I SPCC facility?
Tier I SPCC Plans This type of plan applies to facilities that have at least 1,320-gallons, but less than 10,000-gallons of any type of oil or petroleum product on-site in aboveground storage tanks. As long as all the aboveground tanks are smaller than 5,000-gallons, this plan applies to your facility.
What is required in a SPCC plan?
SPCC Plan Is Required To Prevent Oil Spills Typically these plans make sure the site has the proper mechanism & equipment to contain spills. Elements of the plan also list the countermeasures that are used to prevent oil spills.
What is the difference between Tier I and Tier II?
Tier I contains general information on hazardous chemicals at a facility, and Tier II contains specific information on hazardous chemicals present at the facility. The Tier II forms must be submitted annually on March 1st and sent to: Your State Emergency Response Commission. Your Local Emergency Planning Committee.
Who signs off on the SPCC plan?
The requirements for a Tier II Qualified Facility Plan are similar to a PE- certified Plan (i.e., the Plan must follow the requirements of 40 CFR 112.7 and subparts B or C of the rule; however, the owner or operator certifies the Plan).
How long is an SPCC plan good for?
five years
You must review your Plan every five years to include any changes in oil storage or spill prevention procedures or equipment at your facility. Do state engineering requirements impact SPCC Plan self-certification? Some states require a PE to perform certain functions, including certifying SPCC Plans.
What is the SPCC template for Tier I facilities?
This template provides every SPCC rule requirement necessary for a Tier I qualified facility, which you must address first and then implement the Plan. You may complete this template either electronically or by hand.
When did EPA adopt a multi-tiered approach to SPCC certification?
On December 26, 2006, EPA finalized an amendment to the SPCC Rule to allow the owner or operator of a qualified facility to self-certify his SPCC Plan ( 71 FR 77266 ). EPA did not adopt a multi-tiered approach at that time, but did indicate that it intended to explore the approach.
Can the template be used to comply with SPCC rules?
The template may be used to comply with the SPCC Rule requirements or used as a model and modified as necessary to meet facility-specific needs.
When did EPA publish the Tier I qualified facility provisions?
On November 13, 2009, EPA published technical corrections to the Tier I qualified facility provisions and the Part 112, Appendix G template ( 74 FR 58784 ). Contact Us to ask a question, provide feedback, or report a problem.