Accidental Release Prevention

The California Accidental Release Prevention (CalARP) program covers businesses that handle one or more of a specified list of regulated substances in excess of the threshold quantity.


For statutes and regulations governing CalARP, go to:

Statutes:  Health & Safety Code Chapter 6.95, Article 2

Regulations: California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 2, Chapter 4.5 


Further information is available from:

California Emergency Management Agency (Cal-EMA)


It is recommended that  covered businesses go to the Federal Environmental Protection Agency  website for updates that may affect their plan and reporting requirements. 

CUPA Programs

Above Ground Petroleum storage

Accidental Release Prevention

Tiered Permitting - CUPA

Hazardous Waste Generator

Hazardous Materials Business Plan

Underground Storage Tanks