40 CFR §300.324
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- (a)If the investigation by the OSC shows that a discharge is a worst case discharge as defined in the ACP, or there is a substantial threat of such a discharge, the OSC shall:
- (1)Notify the NSFCC;
- (2)Require, where applicable, implementation of the worst case portion of an approved tank vessel or facility response plan required by section 311(j)(5) of the CWA;
- (3)Implement the worst case portion of the ACP required by section 311(j)(4) of the CWA; and
- (4)Take whatever additional response actions are deemed appropriate.
- (b)Under the direction of the OSC, the NSFCC shall coordinate use of private and public personnel and equipment, including strike teams, to remove a worst case discharge and mitigate or prevent a substantial threat of such a discharge.