40 CFR 370EPAactive

Hazardous Chemical Reporting: Community Right-to-Know

Plain English Summary

Requires facilities to report hazardous chemicals to local emergency planners and the public.

CFR Title
40
CFR Part
370
Effective Date
Oct 17, 1987
Jurisdiction
US

Full Text

Facilities that store or use hazardous chemicals above threshold quantities must submit safety data sheets and inventory forms to state and local emergency planning committees, fire departments, and state emergency response commissions. This information helps communities prepare for potential chemical emergencies.

The Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) program additionally requires facilities in certain industries to report releases of toxic chemicals to the environment.

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