23.403
Emergency planning and toxic release reporting
Contractors performing work at federal facilities must provide all information necessary for agencies to comply with emergency planning and toxic release reporting laws.
Overview
FAR 23.403 mandates that federal facilities adhere to emergency planning and toxic release reporting requirements as outlined in the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) and the Pollution Prevention Act (PPA). Contractors performing work at federal facilities must provide all necessary information to enable the federal agency to fulfill these statutory obligations. This section ensures that contractors support agencies in meeting environmental compliance, particularly regarding hazardous substances and emergency preparedness.
Key Rules
- Federal Facility Compliance
- Federal facilities must comply with EPCRA and PPA requirements for emergency planning and toxic release reporting.
- Contractor Information Provision
- Contracts involving work at federal facilities must require contractors to supply information needed for the agency’s compliance with these laws.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Must include clauses in contracts requiring contractors to provide necessary environmental information.
- Contractors: Must furnish all information needed for the agency’s EPCRA and PPA compliance when working at federal facilities.
- Agencies: Must ensure compliance with EPCRA and PPA, using contractor-supplied information as needed.
Practical Implications
- This section ensures agencies can meet legal obligations for emergency planning and toxic release reporting.
- Contractors must be prepared to track and report relevant environmental data.
- Failure to provide required information can result in non-compliance for both the contractor and the agency.