Purpose

  • Provide an opportunity for local businesses and first responders to interact BEFORE an emergency occurs to increase awareness and save lives in the case of an actual emergency.
  • Develop, train, and test a hazardous substances emergency response plan for Brazos County.
  • Develop procedures for regulated facilities to provide notification of a hazardous release to the LEPC.
  • Develop procedures for receiving and processing community right-to-know requests from the public.
  • Provide for public notification or committee activities.