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Hawaii Gas Station Compliance Guide
Everything fuel station operators in Hawaii need to know about UST compliance, managed by the Hawaii Dept. of Health.
State Agency
Hawaii Dept. of Health
DOH UST Program
Compliance Deadlines
Federal EPA Requirements
| Requirement | Deadline | Penalty | CFR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Release Detection | Ongoing — monthly | $11,524/day | 40 CFR 280.41 |
| Annual Walkthrough Inspection | Annually by Oct 13 | $59,017/day | 40 CFR 280.36 |
| Operator Training (Class A/B/C) | Within 30 days of designation | $25,000 | 40 CFR 280.242 |
| Financial Responsibility | Continuous | $11,524/day | 40 CFR 280.90 |
| Spill/Overfill Prevention Equipment | Required at all UST systems | $59,017/day | 40 CFR 280.30 |
| Corrosion Protection Testing | Every 3 years (impressed current) / 5 years (other) | $11,524/day | 40 CFR 280.31 |
| Release Reporting | Within 24 hours of discovery | $59,017/day | 40 CFR 280.50 |
| UST Registration/Notification | Within 30 days of installation | $11,524/day | 40 CFR 280.22 |
Hawaii State Requirements
| Requirement | Deadline | Frequency | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tank Permit | Prior to operation | One-time | $10,000 |
| Release Detection | Monthly | Monthly | $10,000/day |
Penalties & Enforcement
Max Daily Penalty
$10,000
Max Per Violation
$25,000
Criminal Penalties
No
Cleanup Fund
Environmental Response Revolving Fund
Coverage Limit
$1,000,000
Deductible
$25,000
Eligible
Yes
Operator Training
Class A
Required
Class B
Required
Class C
Required
Online Accepted
Yes
Refresher interval: 3 years
Approved providers: DOH-approved
Registration & Fees
Annual Tank Fee
$250/tank
Registration Fee
$150
Late Penalty
$250/month
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Disclaimer: This guide is based on published Hawaii regulations. Requirements change — always verify current obligations with the DOH.