The Department of Natural Resources and Environment is presenting the SARA Title III Tier Two and Toxic Chemical Release Inventory Reporting Workshop to assist facilities with their reporting requirements under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986.  This workshop will be held in Marquette on April 27, Gaylord on April 29, and Mt. Pleasant on April 30.  

Attendees will learn when and how to report releases, who must have a Risk Management Plan, and how to avoid or minimize federal penalties if you did not know you were supposed to report under one of these federal regulations.  This workshop is recommended for owners, operators, and environmental and safety personnel of facilities that handle hazardous or toxic substances.  Environmental consultants, local emergency planning committees, and fire department personnel might also benefit from this workshop and are encouraged to attend.

All attendees will receive the 8th edition of the Michigan Facilities' Guide to SARA Title III, Emergency Planning, and Release Reporting published January 2010. The registration fee of $75 includes lunch, refreshments, and workshop materials.  Register online at www.michigan.gov/deqworkshops(click on "Upcoming DNRE Workshops").  For registration information, contact the Environmental Assistance Center at 1-800-662-9278, or e-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. 

The DNRE is committed to conserve, manage, protect, and promote accessible use and enjoyment of the state's environmental, natural resource, and related economic interests for current and future generations.