NC H103

Clarifies notification requirements for mineral oil discharges from public utility electrical equipment, requiring reporting to the Department within 24 hours when discharge exceeds 25 gallons, reaches surface waters, or is within 100 feet of surface water with 50+ parts per million of polychlorinated biphenyls

Specifies that notification may be submitted by telephone, hand delivery, electronic mail, or fax and must include time of discovery, location, immediate actions taken, estimated amount, and PCB concentration if known

Establishes that persons responsible for mineral oil discharges must restore affected areas to their prior condition and notify the Department when restoration is complete

Requires soil removal to eliminate all visible traces of mineral oil and mandates compliance with the Toxic Substances Control Act for discharges containing 50 parts per million or more of polychlorinated biphenyls

Allows persons responsible to contain and treat discharges if collection within 24 hours is not feasible, but prohibits use of chemical dispersants or treatment materials harmful to the environment without prior Commission approval