Combined federal (USCG, EPA SPCC) and Massachusetts (Dept. of Fire Services, local fire) compliance program for marina fuel docks — covers tank inspection, vapor recovery, spill prevention, and emergency response.

Who needs it

Any marina that sells fuel to recreational or commercial vessels.

How to get it

Maintain a written SPCC plan, pass annual USCG and fire department inspections, train staff on fuel handling and spill response, register storage tanks with MA Dept. of Fire Services.

Cost

Plan development: $5K–$25K. Annual compliance and inspection: $3K–$15K. Major fuel system upgrades: $50K–$500K+.

Where to start

EPA SPCC Plan Requirements ↗MA Dept. of Fire Services ↗