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Quick Reference: Tank System Release Actions
Various kinds of releases require different actions in response. Use this quick reference table to compare the type of release with the required actions that accompany it.
Type of release | Required actions |
Spill with no damage to secondary containment | Remove released waste and repair, if necessary |
Leak from tank system to secondary containment | Repair tank system |
Aboveground leak from tank system with no secondary containment | Repair tank system and implement visual inspection. Note: Replaced components qualify as new tank system components |
Underground or inaccessible leak from tank system with no secondary containment | Repair tank system and install secondary containment for the entire component |
Leak from secondary containment | Repair or replace secondary containment. New components must meet 264.192 and 264.193 requirements |
Leak from tank system secondary containment requiring major repair | Repair tank system or secondary containment, obtain certification as appropriate and adequacy from an independent, qualified, registered, professional engineer |