California Accidental Release Prevention (CalARP)

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The California Accidental Release Prevention (CalARP) program was designed by the State to prevent accidental releases of substances that can cause serious harm to the public and the environment, and to minimize the damage if releases do occur.

CalARP requires certain facilities (referred to as “stationary sources”) which handle, manufacture, use, or store any regulated substances above threshold quantities to take actions to proactively prevent and prepare for accidental releases. Facilities subject to CalARP requirements must submit a Risk Management Plan (RMP).

Please visit CalEPA's CalARP webpage to learn more about the program. Visit CalEPA's CalARP Resources webpage for a simple directory of links.

Do I need a CUPA permit for CalARP?

Please see the CalEPA CalARP FAQ to determine if your facility (stationary source) has regulated substances above threshold quantities as defined by Federal and State regulated substances lists. If so, then you need to get a CUPA permit for your CalARP facility.

Facilities with new or modified covered processes are required to prepare Risk Management Plans (RMPs) and implement accident prevention programs before operations commence.

What is an RMP?

An important element of your CalARP submittal is the Risk Management Plan (RMP). For guidance on developing a RMP, please visit the US EPA's Guidance for Facilities on RMPs.

How do I get a CalARP permit?

To obtain a CalARP permit, you will first submit your information in CERS. Our inspectors will review your submittal, and then we will invoice you for the appropriate permit fees. All program permits (CalARP, HMBP, etc.) are consolidated into one CUPA permit. See our Billing & Permitting page for more details.

Where is the CalARP program mentioned in the regulations?

6.95, Article 2 of the California Health and Safety Code
California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 19, Section 2735.1 et seq.
California Assembly Bill 1646
City of El Segundo Municipal Code, Title 5, Chapter 5

Please see CalEPA's CalARP FAQ for additional references and resources.

CalARP Public Notice

Pursuant to HSC 25535.2 and CCR 2745.2(c), notice is hereby given that the Risk Management Plans (RMP) are complete for the stationary sources as follows:

CalARP RMP Available for 45-Day Public Review

Facility Name	City	Zip	Start of Review	End of Review

If you are interested in reviewing an RMP for one of the above facilities, please contact the City of El Segundo Fire Department at the email address below. RMP review is by appointment only.

You must show official photo identification (e.g., valid Driver License's/ID or Passport) and complete and sign a login sheet to review the RMP(s).