What is EPCRA?
The Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986 (also known as EPCRA) establishes requirements for emergency planning and “Community Right-to-Know” for hazardous and toxic chemicals produced, used, stored, and disposed of in your community. Chemicals handled above federal threshold quantities need to be reported to local governments and first responders and either the State of Iowa or the US EPA depending on the section of the act. Check out EPA’s EPCRA Fact Sheet (pdf file) for more information.
Related Questions
- Under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA), who is responsible for reporting releases and when must the report be made?
- Does the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) regulate air emissions?
- What facilities are covered under EPCRA release reporting requirements?
