Policy Text:
To ensure that the existing and/or future handling and storage of a dense non aqueous phase liquid ceases to be or does not become a significant drinking water threat where this activity is or would be a significant threat, this activity shall be designated for the purpose of Section 58 of the Clean Water Act, 2006 and a Risk Management Plan shall be required in the following areas and for the following activities:
a. Existing:
i. Handling and Storage;
i. In Wellhead Protection Areas B and C where the vulnerability is greater than or equal to eight (8);
ii. Where a Trichloroethylene Issue has been identified, in all Wellhead Protection Areas except Wellhead Protection Area A, where the vulnerability is greater than or equal to eight (8), for trichloroethylene and related degradation products.
b. Future:
i. Handling and Storage;
i. In Wellhead Protection Areas B and C where the vulnerability is equal to six (6) or eight (8);
ii. Where a Trichloroethylene Issue has been identified, in all Wellhead Protection Areas except Wellhead Protection Area A where the vulnerability is equal to six (6), for trichloroethylene and related degradation products.
The Risk Management Plan shall include, as a minimum, measures to reduce the likelihood of spills and leaks and contain and respond to spills.