Chemical Spill Prevention and Control

Liquid and solid products may enter the environment when they leak or spill from containers during use or transfer. These materials may then directly enter nearby storm drains or receiving waters, or stormwater may carry them there (WES, 2008). Federal requirements for the construction and development industry require that any stormwater discharge permit for construction sites include requirements to “minimize the discharge of pollutants from spills and leaks and implement chemical spill and leak prevention and response procedures” (40 CFR §450.21(d)(3)). The goal of this course is to provide facilities, managements, and maintenance staff with an understanding of the steps to be taken to minimize the potential for injury and damage to employees and the environment resulting from chemical spills at workplace.