Wisconsin Administrative Code
Department of Natural Resources
NR 100-199 - Environmental Protection General
Chapter NR 159 - Management Of Class B Firefighting Foam
Section NR 159.06 - Storage
Current through August 26, 2024
A person that uses foam for testing purposes shall store foam in accordance with manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets, and in a manner that shall prevent discharge of foam to the environment. A person that stores foam for testing purposes shall do all of the following:
(1) Establish and maintain a quarterly inspection program for detecting leaks in storage containers and a plan to undertake response measures to halt, contain, remove, treat, or dispose of foam discharges.
(2) Post safety data sheets in a visible location in the storage area.
(3) Clearly label all containers to indicate the contents of the container and keep containers in a manner that allows easy detection of signs of leakage.
(4) Store and transport foam in containers fabricated from or lined with materials compatible with foam and designed to prevent evaporation of foam, including containers direct from the manufacturer.
(5) Maintain material for absorbing any discharges of foam onsite.
(6) Block any drains in a storage area from any connection to a sanitary or storm sewer.
