December 7, 2006

The Department of Environmental Quality is pleased to announce the 2007 SARA Title III Tier Two Workshop, being held in Novi on January 16, Grand Rapids on January 18, Mt. Pleasant on January 23, and Lansing on January 25. This half-day workshop is designed for owners, operators, and environmental and safety personnel of facilities that have hazardous materials on site. Environmental consultants, Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs), and fire department personnel can also benefit from this workshop and are encouraged to attend.

Attendees will learn the various reporting requirements that facilities must follow and how to complete and submit the new online Tier Two report. This information can help operators avoid costly penalties while protecting the first responder, the community, and the environment. Participants will receive the "Michigan Facilities' Guide to SARA Title III, Emergency Planning & Release Reporting."

The registration fee of $50 includes continental breakfast and workshop materials. Registration is available online at www.michigan.gov/deqworkshops, click on "Upcoming DEQ Workshops." For registration information, contact the Environmental Assistance Center at 1-800-662-9278, or e-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.

Editor's note: DEQ news releases are available on the department's Internet home page at www.michigan.gov/deq.

"Protecting Michigan's Environment, Ensuring Michigan's Future"

Revised December 7, 2007 by Linda Crawford for Pat Watson