A. In the case of any discharge including, but not limited to, accidental discharges, discharges of a nonroutine, episodic nature, a noncustomary batch discharge, or a slug load which may cause potential problems or damage to the POTW (including a violation of the prohibitions in this chapter), it is the responsibility of all users to immediately telephone and notify the public works director of the incident. This notification shall include the location of discharge, type of waste, concentration and volume, if known, and corrective actions taken by the industrial user.

B. Within five days following such discharge, the industrial user shall, unless waived by the public works director, submit a detailed written report describing the cause(s) of the discharge and the measures to be taken by the industrial user to prevent similar future occurrences. Such notification shall not relieve the industrial user of any expense, loss, damage or other liability which may be incurred as a result of damage to the POTW, natural resources, or any other damage to person or property; nor shall such notification relieve the industrial user of any fines, civil penalties, or other liability which may be imposed by this chapter.

C. Failure to notify the public works director of potential problem discharges shall be deemed a separate violation of this chapter.

D. A notice shall be permanently posted on the industrial user’s bulletin board or other prominent place advising employees who to call in the event of a discharge described in subsection A of this section. Employers shall ensure that all employees, who may cause or suffer such a discharge to occur, are advised of the emergency notification procedure. (Ord. 576, 2008).