Secondary Containment for Oil Storage Tanks: A Complete Guide
A single storage tank failure can turn a routine operating day into an environmental incident, a regulatory investigation, and a six-figure cleanup bill, sometimes…
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Lisa Nichols is the Executive Director of the Oil Containment Association, serving in this role since 2015. A licensed Professional Engineer with 22 years of experience in environmental compliance and industrial oil management, she has been instrumental in growing OCA from 340 member organizations to more than 1,847. Lisa holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Virginia Tech and an M.S. in Environmental Engineering from Georgia Tech.
A single storage tank failure can turn a routine operating day into an environmental incident, a regulatory investigation, and a six-figure cleanup bill, sometimes…
The Oil Containment Association (OCA) is pleased to announce the schedule for our Q2 2026 Member Meetings. These quarterly gatherings bring together industry professionals,…
A field procedure for deploying a drive-over foam containment berm: pad preparation, orientation to the drive path, corner seating, ballast, the pre-shift walk, and…
The Oil Containment Association is proud to announce that 47 new organizations joined our membership in January 2026, bringing our total membership to 1,847…
Everything a facility operator needs to determine whether 40 CFR Part 112 applies, which tier they fall into, what the plan must contain, and…
The Oil Containment Association Board of Directors held its annual reorganization meeting on January 8, 2026, electing officers to serve through December 2026. The…
Containing oil is a part of handling risks and ensuring safety in industries dealing with oil and other hazardous substances. Effective containment plays a…
Oil containment is crucial for preventing environmental contamination and ensuring safety. Different application types are used to manage and contain oil spills effectively. These…
Oil containment is crucial for environmental protection and safety. Various regulations govern how oil must be contained to prevent spills and contamination. These restrictions…
Members get the full technical library, plan-review templates, applicator referrals and direct access to the OCA technical committee.
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