Once released into the environment, these substances can have serious impacts on fish habitat, soil, groundwater and surface water resources. There are also legal implications to a spill. Most environmental statutes, both federal and provincial, prohibit the discharge of contaminants which can cause adverse effects on the environment. In addition, for most jurisdictions, liability to clean up a spill rests with the person that causes the spill. A well designed spill prevention program can eliminate or reduce the likelihood of spills occurring.
Federal facilities can take measures to prevent spills.
To be effective however, employees at all levels, including management, must be motivated and educated to recognize spill prevention as a priority. Implementing a Spill Prevention Program at your facility is also in line with the national strategy on pollution prevention. His primary activities center around emergency prevention, preparedness and response. David has a long history in the environmental emergencies field. He spent six years with the Newfoundland Department of Environment as the Regional Environmental Specialist for Labrador and, most recently, was employed with the Department of National Defence as Project Manager for the Environmental Clean Up Program at Canadian Forces Base Goose Bay.