NS Domestic Fuel Oil Spill Program


As of January 1, 2009, Nova Scotia Environment (NSE) administers the Domestic Fuel Oil Spill Policy (DFOSP).

www.gov.ns.ca/nse/contaminatedsites/

In October 2002, Nova Scotia Environment released the Domestic Fuel Oil Spill Policy. The policy provides guidelines for dealing with domestic fuel oil spills. The objective of this policy is to provide clarification on the minimum requirements for the assessment, remediation and reporting of domestic fuel oil spills in Nova Scotia. This policy also establishes minimum eligibility requirements for both Certified Cleanup Contractors and Site Professionals.