Under Chapter 527.065 of the Florida Statutes, when must liquefied petroleum gas licensees notify the department?

The requirement for liquefied petroleum gas licensees to notify the department immediately upon discovering a related accident stems from the need to ensure public safety and regulatory compliance. Accidents involving liquefied petroleum gas can pose significant risks, including fire hazards, explosions, and potential harm to individuals and property.

By mandating immediate notification, the statute aims to facilitate prompt investigation and action to mitigate any dangers that may arise from the accident. This procedure ensures that appropriate response measures can be implemented swiftly, protecting the community and maintaining safety standards within the gas industry.

The other options do not align with the urgency required by the statute. Notifying during business hours could delay critical responses, reporting a leak, while important, does not carry the same immediate implications as an accident, and waiting until the end of the month would leave potential hazards unaddressed for too long. The focus on immediate reporting underscores the priority given to addressing the consequences of accidents in the handling of liquefied petroleum gas.