It is the purpose of this Chapter, consistent with legislative policy, to provide necessary controls over underground oil storage facilities to ensure the protection of Maine's ground water resources from oil discharges and leaks and of public health, safety, welfare, and the overall environment. It is also the purpose of this Chapter to require the investigation and cleanup of oil discharges from aboveground oil storage tanks associated with field constructed underground oil storage tanks and airport hydrant systems.
NOTE: This Chapter incorporates by reference certain industry codes and standards. Appendix R lists those codes and standards that are incorporated by reference and the specific amended date for each section.
06- 096 C.M.R. ch. 691, § 2