California Accidental Release Prevention Program Regulations Updates
Summary
SCH Number
2026030015
Public Agency
California Environmental Protection Agency
Document Title
California Accidental Release Prevention Program Regulations Updates
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
3/2/2026
Document Description
CalEPA approved regulatory amendments to the provisions in Chapter 2 of Division 5 of Title 19 of the California Code of Regulations for regulations pertaining to the California Accidental Release Prevention (CalARP) program, specifically for petroleum refineries regulated under “Program 4”. The purpose of the CalARP program is to prevent the accidental releases of regulated substances that can cause serious harm to the public and the environment, and to minimize the damage if releases do occur. Amendments were made to various definitions and other provisions, including requirements pertaining to the Hierarchy of Hazard Control Analysis and employee participation in Accidental Release Prevention element activities, among other provisions.
Contact Information
Name
Elizabeth Brega
Agency Name
California Environmental Protection Agency
Job Title
Senior Environmental Scientist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
Alameda, Contra Costa, Kern, Los Angeles
Regions
Southern California, Statewide
Other Location Info
Statewide
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 8 (Guidelines section 15308);15308, 15378; Pub. Resources Code, sections 21065,
Reasons for Exemption
The regulatory update addresses procedures for protection of public health and the environment. The purpose of the CalARP program and its regulations is to prevent the accidental releases of regulated substances that can cause serious harm to the public and the environment, and to minimize the damage if releases do occur. Additionally, the regulatory update is not a project and would not result in potentially significant impacts.
Exempt Status
Other
Type, Section or Code
Guidelines sections 15061(b)(3)
Reasons for Exemption
The regulatory update addresses procedures for protection of public health and the environment. The purpose of the CalARP program and its regulations is to prevent the accidental releases of regulated substances that can cause serious harm to the public and the environment, and to minimize the damage if releases do occur. Additionally, the regulatory update is not a project and would not result in potentially significant impacts.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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