This course offers an in-depth look at the EPA’s final rule on Vessel Incidental Discharge Standards, crucial for vessels over 79 feet. Learn the updated requirements, including exclusions, exemptions, and specific discharge standards. Gain insights into state petition procedures for emergency orders and enhanced Great Lakes requirements, all essential for navigating the new regulatory landscape.
In this course you will learn the following:
* Understand the background and purpose of the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (VIDA).
* Identify vessels and discharges covered by the rule.
* Recognize key changes from the 2013 VGP.
* Learn the general and specific discharge standards of performance.
* Understand requirements for discharges in federally-protected waters.
* Comprehend procedures for state petitions and applications.
* Recognize the consequences of non-compliance.
