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Primary Response Contractors (PRC)

Primary Response Contractors (PRCs) are private companies or cooperatives that are in partnership with plan holders to act as required response support teams. To be cited by a plan holder, the contractor must apply and be approved by Ecology.  The PRCs have equipment and crews that are trained and equipped to mitigate leaks and spills when they occur. 

The need to respond as soon as possible, with trained operators and systems of equipment that are enhanced for maximum effectiveness, is critical to increase the opportunity for on-water recovery and reduce shoreline oiling.

Compliance Schedule: New primary response contractor application must be submitted by October 26, 2007.

Guidance for PRC: technical assistance for new rule compliance.