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Pero it Issued: Elk River VVWTP Page 28 Permit Expires: Permit#:N N0020788 DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT Chapter 8. Total Facility Requirements 1. General Requirements 1.33 Upset Defense. In the event of temporary noncompliance by the Permittee with an applicable effluent limitation resulting from an upset at the Permittee's facility due to factors beyond the control of the Permittee,the Permittee has an affirmative defense to an enforcement action brought by the Agency as a result of the noncompliance if the Permittee demonstrates by a preponderance of competent evidence: a. The specific cause of the upset; b. That the upset was unintentional; c. That the upset resulted from factors beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee and did not result from operational error,improperly designed treatment facilities,-inadequate treatment facilities,lack of preventative maintenance;or increases in production which are beyond the design capability of the treatment facilities; d. That at the time of the upset the facility was being properly operated; e. That the Permittee properly notified the Commissioner of the upset in accordance with Minn.R.7001.1090, subp. 1,item I;and f. That the Permittee implemented the remedial measures required by Minn.R.7001.0150,subp.3,item J. Operation and Maintenance 1.34 The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain the facilities and systems of treatment and control, and the appurtenances related to them which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit. Proper operation and maintenance includes effective performance,adequate funding,adequate operator staffing and training,and adequate laboratory and process controls,including appropriate quality assurance procedures. The Permittee shall install and maintain appropriate backup or auxiliary facilities if they are necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit and,for all permits other than hazardous waste facility permits,if these backup or auxiliary facilities are technically and economically feasible Minn.R.7001.0150.subp. 3,item F. 1.35 In the event of a reduction or loss of effective treatment of wastewater at the facility,the Permittee shall control production or curtail its discharges to the extent necessary to maintain compliance with the terms and conditions of this permit.The Permittee- shall continue this control or curtailment until the wastewater treatment facility has been restored or until an alternative method of treatment is provided,(Minn.R. 7001.1090,subp.1,item C) 1.36 Solids Management. The Permittee shall properly store,transport,and dispose of biosolids,septage, sediments, residual solids,filter backwash,screenings,oil,grease, and other substances so that pollutants do not enter surface waters or ground waters of the state. Solids should be disposed of in accordance with local,state and federal requirements. (40 CFR 503 and Minn.R.7041 and applicable federal and state solid waste rules) 1.37 Scheduled Maintenance. The Permittee shall schedule maintenance of the treatment works during non-critical water quality periods to prevent degradation of water quality, except where emergency maintenance is required to prevent a condition that would be detrimental to water quality or human health.(Minn.R. 7001.0150. subp. 3,item F and Minn.R.7001.0150. subp.2,item B) 1.38 Control Tests. In-plant control tests shall be conducted at a frequency adequate to ensure compliance with the conditions of this permit. (Minn.R.7001.0150.subp. 3,item and Minn.R. 7001:0150. subp: 2,item B)- Changes to the Facility or Permit