This section authorizes the Pennsylvania Department to impose civil penalties of up to $5,000 per violation on facilities that breach certain regulations, considering factors like facility size and violation severity. It also mandates the department to notify facilities about reporting requirements and clarifies enforcement procedures. Amendments have updated various subsections over time.
Facilities can be fined up to $5,000 for each violation, with the exact amount depending on factors like violation severity and facility size.
The department considers the size of the facility, the gravity of the violation, the facility's good faith, and its history of previous violations.
Yes, the department sends a model notice to facilities that report under section 3207(b), but failure to receive the notice does not prevent enforcement actions.
Yes, amendments in 1988 and subsequent updates have modified various subsections to clarify enforcement procedures and penalties.