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OPA-90 Compliance and Responsibilities by leeroy is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The US Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA-90) introduced the concept of unlimited liability for oil spills resulting from willful misconduct, gross negligence, or violation of regulations. Shipowners face liability for cleanup costs and damages exceeding their insurance limits in these cases. OPA-90 also requires all vessel types to carry an approved Vessel Response Plan and any tank vessel transiting US waters to have one. It establishes notification requirements including contacting the National Response Cent
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- leeroy
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