(A) In the case of any discharge, including, but not limited to, accidental discharges, discharges of a non-routine, episodic nature, a non-customary batch discharge, accidental discharge of hazardous waste, a Slug Discharge or Slug Load, that might cause potential problems for the POTW, the user shall immediately telephone and notify the Director of the incident followed up with an email to ipp@goodyearaz.gov. This notification shall include the location of the discharge, type of waste, concentration and volume, if known, and corrective actions taken by the User.

(B) Within five days following such discharge, the user shall, unless waived by the Director, submit a detailed written report describing the cause(s) of the discharge and the measures to be taken by the user to prevent similar future occurrences. Such notification shall not relieve the user of any expense, loss, damage, or other liability which might 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 user of any fines, penalties, or other liability which may be imposed pursuant to this chapter.

(C) A notice shall be permanently posted on the user’s bulletin board or other prominent place advising employees whom to call in the event of a discharge described subsection (A) of this section. Employers shall ensure that all staff who could cause such a discharge to occur are advised of the emergency notification procedure.

(D) Significant Industrial Users are required to notify the Director immediately of any changes at its facility affecting the potential for a Slug Discharge. (Ord. 14-1290, passed 3-3-2014; Am. Ord. 23-1584, passed 9-25-2023)