(a) For purposes of this chapter, an unauthorized release includes, but is not limited to, a spill or overfill of a hazardous substance that meets both of the following conditions:
(1) The spill or overfill occurs while the hazardous substance is being placed in an underground storage tank.
(2) The spill or overfill is due to the use of improper equipment, faulty equipment, operator error, or inattention or overfilling.
(b) A person who causes an unauthorized release of a hazardous substance specified in subdivision (a) shall immediately notify the owner or operator of the underground storage tank that a spill has occurred and the owner or operator shall comply with the requirements of Sections 25294 or 25295, whichever is applicable.
(c) A spill or overfill shall not qualify for funds provided pursuant to Section 25299.51.
(Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 42, Sec. 12. Effective July 7, 2003.)