40 CFR §300.411
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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 facility response plan required by CWA section 311(j)(5);
- (3)Implement the worst case portion of the ACP required by CWA section 311(j)(4); 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 respond to a worst case discharge and mitigate or prevent a substantial threat of such a discharge.