In this episode of Tank Talk, Shannon and Cassie dive into the hot topic of AI and environmental compliance. Cassie Kuzis, part of the Integrity Environmental team, joins the podcast for the first time with Shannon to weigh in on AI. With AI tools becoming more common in operations, Shannon decided to run a little experiment: Can ChatGPT write a Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan?

Spoiler alert - it didn’t go well.

Shannon walks us through the results of three AI-generated SPCC plans, revealing the major compliance failures, regulatory inaccuracies, and risky oversights that came with each attempt. From missing signatures and misapplied containment definitions to false statements and oversimplified training requirements, the experiment highlights why environmental plans and permits should always be developed by qualified professionals.

Tune in to hear:

• Why SPCCs are legal documents - and why that matters
• Where AI went wrong (and what it surprisingly got right)
• What you should do when considering tech support for environmental planning

This is a must-listen for facility managers, compliance officers, and anyone curious about the limits of AI in regulated industries.

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In this episode of Tank Talk, we dive into the often-misunderstood No Exposure Certification – what it is, what it isn’t, and why it’s not a free pass from stormwater regulations. Shannon and Haley break down the 11 conditions required for this permit exclusion, discuss real-world compliance challenges, and explain why choosing between a SWPPP or a No Exposure Certification requires careful consideration.

Think you qualify for No Exposure? You might want to double-check! Spoiler alert: It’s more complicated than it looks.

👉 Download the No Exposure Certification form (2020-msgp-noexp (1).pdf) to follow along as we go through the conditions one by one.

🔗 Referenced Episodes: Keeping SWPPPs Straight

Need expert guidance? Integrity is here to help - just give us a call!

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Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) can be confusing - but they don’t have to be. In this episode of Tank Talk, we’re diving into the different types of SWPPPs, how they apply to various industries, and what you need to know to stay compliant. With the 2025 Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) expected for Alaska soon, it’s the perfect time to brush up on the basics.

Join us as we break down the differences between CGP, MSGP, and MS4 permits, the importance of SIC/NAICS codes, and why a "No Exposure Certification" might not be the easy way out you think it is. Whether you're managing compliance for a bulk fuel facility, a construction site, or an airport, this episode will help you navigate the stormwater regulations with confidence.

🔗 Helpful Resources:
📌 ADEC MSGP
📌 ADEC CGP
📌 ADEC MS4
📌 EPA NPDES
📌 Integrity Training

Tune in now and keep your SWPPP straight!

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