Section 245.603. General storage tank facility requirements  


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  • (a) The owner/operator of aboveground storage tank facilities with an aggregate aboveground storage capacity greater than 21,000 gallons shall develop and adhere to a Spill Prevention Response Plan (Plan) which addresses the requirements described in Chapter 9 of the act (35 P. S. § § 6021.901—6021.904). The Plan shall be provided to the Department and updated as necessary. A current copy of the Plan shall be readily available at the storage tank facility at all times.

    (b) The owner/operator of aboveground storage tank facilities is responsible to assure that appropriate security measures and procedures based on the facility location are established and implemented to protect the environment and the public. These security measures may include, but are not limited to, fencing, lighting, access control, locked entrances and securing of valves, drains and dispensers.