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Report to the AERC and LEPC for each occurrence that a facility has a release at or above a reportable quantity of any EHS or Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) Hazardous Substances
 

Section 304: Facilities must immediately report accidental releases of EHSs and “hazardous substances” defined under CERCLA. Any releases of these substances in quantities greater than their corresponding Reportable Quantities (RQs) must be reported to the AERC and LEPC. If the chemical released is listed on the CERCLA hazardous substance list then the National Response Center (NRC) 800-424-8802, will need to be notified, in addition to the AERC and LEPC. See "Continuous Release Reporting" for more instructions specific to Continuous Release Notifications.

 

Emergency Release Notification Procedure

If such an accidental release occurs, the facility must immediately notify LEPCs and SERCs for any area likely to be affected by the release. In addition, spills of CERCLA hazardous substances must also be reported to the NRC at (800) 424-8802. Emergency notification requirements involving transportation incidents can be met by dialing 911, or in the absence of a 911 emergency number, calling the local operator.

  • The chemical name
  • An indication of whether the substance is extremely hazardous
  • An estimate of the quantity released into the environment
  • The time and duration of the release
  • Whether the release occurred into air, water, and/or land
  • Any known or anticipated acute or chronic health risks associated with the emergency, and where necessary, advice regarding medical attention for exposed individuals
  • Proper precautions, such as evacuation or sheltering in place
  • Name and telephone number of contact person

A written follow-up notice must be submitted to the AERC via e-mail to al312@adem.alabama.gov and to the LEPC as soon as practicable after the release. The follow-up notice must update information included in the initial notice and provide information on actual response actions taken and advice regarding medical attention necessary for citizens. Click here to download FAQ related to release reporting.

Requires a one-time submission of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) or list of hazardous chemicals to the AERC, LEPC, and fire department.