Federal Regulatory Agencies/Resources
The following are links associated with regulatory agencies in the Kentuckiana area and other sites relevant to the hazardous materials manager.
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United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) - most of us will be interested in the Office of Solid Waste site. Also, Kentucky is in Region IV. For PCB information, go to the USEPA Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics
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Right-To-Know Network - RTK NET was started in 1989 in support of the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (EPCRA), which mandated public access to the Toxic Release Inventory.
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Emergency Response Notification System - The Emergency Response Notification System (ERNS) is a database used to store information on notifications of oil discharges and hazardous substances releases.
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Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) - NRCS is a Federal agency that works in partnership with the American people to conserve and sustain our natural resources.
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National Small Flows Clearinghouse - Excellent source of information about small (less than one MGD) wastewater treatment systems and on-site wastewater treatment and disposal.
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The U.S. Business Advisor - A database of federal programs and information for businesses, developed by the Small Business Administration and the National Performance Review.
If you find links that have expired or would like to suggest new links, please send a message to the Website Committee Chair.
