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Do I need to report releases for processes that have shut down?

A process involving a regulated substance had an accidental release with off-site consequences two years ago. The process has been shut down. Do I have to report anyway?

No. The release does not have to be reported in your accident history. Your Risk Management Plan only needs to address operating processes that have more than a threshold quantity of a regulated substance.