Chemical storage compliance is a must for both large and small businesses with onsite hazardous materials. A Texas petrochemical company pleaded guilty last year to violating the Clean Air Act before agreeing to pay more than $30 million for damages and ongoing fallout from the disaster. The explosion occurred before Thanksgiving, forcing the evacuation of 50,000. Furthermore, the hazmat incident released 11 million pounds of dangerous chemicals causing more than $130 in offsite property damage. US Hazmat Storage provides hazmat compliance from small inventories to large storage needs. Our solutions provide compliance from a few drums or totes to a capacity of hundreds. However, the punitive damages also led to plant bankruptcy filings.
Improper Chemical Storage Causes Heavy Fines, Penalties, Loss of Life and Long-Term Environmental Impact
Regulatory bodies impose substantial fines for non-compliance. For instance, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) can levy fines of up to $37,500 per violation per day. Willful negligence can also result in criminal charges. Under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), knowingly endangering others through improper hazardous waste management can lead to penalties of up to 15 years in prison and fines up to $250,000 for individuals or $1,000,000 for organizations. Moreover, the financial and reputational damage from chemical accidents can be insurmountable, potentially leading to bankruptcy and business closure. Improper storage can cause explosions, fires, and toxic releases, endangering human lives and causing long-term environmental damage. Chemical storage compliance protects workers, communities, and your company’s reputation.
US Hazmat Storage Ensures Lasting Chemical Storage Compliance
Investing in compliant chemical storage solutions is not just a regulatory obligation but a commitment to safety, environmental stewardship.
