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Collection and Use of Risk Screen Data - Fire Suppression Sector

Under the Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program, EPA evaluates the human health and environmental risks of proposed replacements for halons and analyzes the acceptability of the replacements. This risk screening process is based on information provided by the submitter in the SNAP application. After receipt of the requested information, EPA follows certain steps for analyzing the information.

  • A Guide to Completing a Risk Screen: Collection and Use of Risk Screen Data - Fire Suppression Sector (pdf) (222.59 KB)

Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP)

  • SNAP Program Overview
  • Regulations
  • Substitute Information by Industrial Sector
    • Substitutes in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
    • Substitutes in Foam Blowing Agents
    • Substitutes in Cleaning Solvents
    • Substitutes in Fire Suppression and Explosion Protection
    • Substitutes in Aerosol Solvents and Propellants
    • Substitutes in Sterilants
    • Substitutes in Tobacco Expansion
    • Substitutes in Adhesives, Coatings, and Inks
  • SNAP Application Information
    • About SNAP Review
    • Submit to SNAP
    • Additional Guidance
  • Unacceptable and Acceptable Substitutes Tables
  • Resources
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Last updated on May 8, 2025
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