2012 Hazardous Materials Awareness Week
Governor Rick Scott has proclaimed January 22 – 28, 2012 as “Hazardous Materials Awareness Week” in Florida. Joining Governor Scott in commemorating the educational week is the Florida Division of Emergency Management, in partnership with the State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) for Hazardous Materials and the Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs). This year’s theme is: Mercury.
2012 Florida Hazardous Materials Awareness Week Proclamation
Mercury Resources
2012 Hazardous Materials Awareness Week LEPC Activities
Resources to learn about mercury:
Light Fright - article from WSVN-TV
Green Living - WSVN-TV
Mercury - Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Earth911- Enter your zipcode to learn where in your area you can recycle these bulbs.
Chemical Site Security Regulations
Department of Homeland Security Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards
Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Help Desk: (866) 323-2957
DEADLINE FOR RETROFITTING BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS
No later than July 1, 2011 , all existing propane containers over 4,000 gallons water capacity must be retrofitted with an internal valve equipped for remote closure and automatic shutoff using thermal actuation. Please view the "Information Bulletin 06-03" for further information.
LEPC HazMatters
SERC Logos
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Other News
E-Plan Presentation to October 5, 2007 SERC Meeting
Department of Homeland Security Announces Support for Rail Hazmat Placards
U.S. DOT Hazardous Materials Safety Rulemakings and Federal Register Notices
OSHA Offers Best Practices for Hospitals Receiving Victims of Mass Casualties
Updated:
January 27, 2012 10:59
