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Worst Case Scenario (WCS)

The basis for an off-site consequence analysis required by the EPA RMP Rule. This intentionally conservative accident scenario assumes the release of the entire inventory of a vessel, under the most unfavorable conditions, and with the failure of most protective features. Glossary xv