Not having proper secondary containment in place can have severe consequences. In the event of an oil spill or leak, the absence of secondary containment means that spilled oil can spread uncontrollably, reaching sensitive environmental areas such as water bodies, wetlands, and wildlife habitats. This uncontrolled spread increases the risk of significant environmental damage and long-term contamination.
Cleanup efforts become more challenging and time-consuming without secondary containment, leading to higher costs and extended recovery periods. The lack of secondary containment can also result in legal and regulatory penalties for non-compliance. Moreover, the negative publicity and damage to a company's reputation due to an uncontained oil spill can be significant.
