Laws & Regulations
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Repellent-Treated Clothing
EPA regulates the pesticide permethrin to pre-treat clothing. We evaluate the safety and effectiveness of such insecticide uses, by exposure scenarios and risk assessment. Read and follow the label directions for use of permethrin-treated clothing.
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How to Apply for Protection Time Graphic
We will review insect repellent products that voluntarily apply to use the repellency awareness graphic to ensure that their scientific data meet current testing protocols and standard evaluation processes.
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Minimum Risk Pesticides - Inert Ingredient and Active Ingredient Eligibility under 40 CFR 152.25(f)
Ingredients found on both the Minimum Risk Active Ingredient and List 4A "Inert Ingredients of Minimal Concern" lists may be used either as an active or an inert ingredient. Otherwise, it can only be used based on the list it appears on.
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Reporting Unintended Exposure and Harm from Pesticides (Incidents)
Pesticides incidents must be reported by pesticide registrants. Others, such as members of the public and environmental professionals, would like to report pesticide incidents. This website will facilitate such incident reporting.
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Data Limitations
This fact sheet provides information on existing Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) rule requirements related to byproducts reporting by persons who manufacture printed circuit boards and may be subject to CDR.
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TSCA Section 5(a)(3)(C) Determination for Premanufacture Number (PMN) P-20-0097
This document describes EPA's pre-manufacture notice review determination under amended TSCA for P-20-0097.
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TSCA Section 5(a)(3)(C) Determination for Premanufacture Number (PMN) P-20-0132
This document describes EPA's pre-manufacture notice review determination under amended TSCA for P-20-0132.
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40 CFR part 763.92(a)(1) and (2) of the asbestos-containing materials in schools rule refer to 2-hour training and 14-hour training. Where can the workers receive this training?
EPA anticipates that local education agencies (LEAs) will use a variety of resources to train custodial staff. Private consultants, LEA staff, local colleges and labor groups are potential sources of instructors for O&M training. 40 CFR part 763.94(c) of the asbestos in schools rule requires LEAs to keep specific information…
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A school uses a single room in a non-school building on a regular basis as a classroom for elementary and secondary education purposes during regular school hours. Is the room covered by the asbestos-containing materials in schools rule?
The single room used by the school on a regular basis as a classroom is covered by asbestos-containing materials in schools rule (40 CFR part 763, subpart E), in addition to the hallways and bathrooms used by the school children. However, the rest of the building is not covered. Other…
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Are schools within a local education agency with no asbestos-containing building material (ACBM) relieved of the annual notification requirements at 40 CFR part 763.84(c)?
Yes. However, the annual notification regarding the availability of the school's management plan must continue indefinitely to parent, teacher, and employee organizations (or, in the absence of any such organizations, to the relevant group) (see sections 40 CFR part 763.84(f) and 40 CFR part 763.93(g)(4)). Copies of these annual notices…
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A school building includes a covered exterior hallway or walkway. Is this covered exterior hallway or walkway covered by the asbestos-containing materials in schools rule? If so, does this include both the underside and roof of these areas?
Yes. Under 40 CFR part 763.83 of the asbestos-containing materials in schools rule, “school building” is defined to include “[a]ny portico or covered exterior hallway or walkway,” so the covered exterior hallway or walkway is covered. However, only the underside of the hallway or walkway is included; the roof is…
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Does a home seller have to disclose to a potential buyer that a home contains asbestos? What about vermiculite?
Federal law does not require the seller to disclose to a buyer that their home contains asbestos or vermiculite. State or local requirements may require disclosure. Contact your state about such requirements. Other Frequent Questions about Asbestos Learn About Asbestos Asbestos and School Buildings Information for Owners and Managers of…
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Does cutting hatchways into ceilings where small amounts of asbestos is disturbed for purposes of mounting fire alarm components in a school fall within the scope of small-scale, short-duration activities under the Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan?
Yes, if the activity is required in the performance of an emergency or routine maintenance activity not intended solely as an asbestos abatement. Additionally, such work must be done and contained in a single prefabricated mini-enclosure (Appendix C to 40 CFR part 763, subpart E). Other Frequent Questions about Asbestos…
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Who is responsible, the school or the landlord, for complying with AHERA?
A public school district leases space from a non-school group (e.g., corporation, YMCA, etc.) to use as a school building. The local education agency (LEA) is responsible for complying with the rule. Under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) section 202(7), the following are LEAs: “the public authority legally…
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I have changed my brakes in the past, should I be worried about asbestos exposure?
Because some, but not all, automotive brakes and clutches available or in use today may contain asbestos, professional automotive technicians and home mechanics who repair and replace brakes and clutches can potentially be exposed to asbestos dust. Brake and clutch dust can be seen when a brake disk, drum, clutch…
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e-Manifest User Fees and Payment Information
This page houses the e-Manifest user fees for each type of manifest.
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Large-Capacity Septic Systems
This page will explain how large-capacity septic systems are defined, how and why large-capacity septic systems are regulated, and find where to find additional information.
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City of Belen WWTP - Final NPDES Permit No. NM0020150
City of Belen WWTP - NPDES Permit No. NM0020150
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Climate Ready Estuaries Program
CRE worls with the National Estuary Programs and the coastal management community to assess climate change vulnerabilities, develop and implement adaptation strategies, and engage and educate stakeholders.
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Drought and Water Scarcity Initiatives
Drought and water scarcity initiatives work across the National Water Program and with our federal partners to help combat water scarcity and build long-term drought resilience in partnership with states, tribes, and local communities.