The meaning of the phrase "as soon as practicable" for emergency release notification
The release of a reportable quantity (RQ) of an extremely hazardous substance (EHS) or Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) hazardous substance within any 24-hour period triggers the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) emergency release notification requirements (40 CFR 355.33). A facility must make two separate…