RISK MANAGEMENT PLAN EXTENSION DENIED

Rule is set to take effect June 21st

We have been informed by The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) that they have been notified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of its decision to deny a one month extension deadline for re-submission of Risk Management Plans (RMP).The Ohio AgriBusiness Association supported TFI's effort to delay the re-submission deadline for facilities which handle anhydrous and aqua ammonia. There was concern regarding RMP*Submit the computer based program which will be utilized to submit RMPs to EPA, noting the program has just been made available and is significantly different from the previous version. Unfortunately, EPA officials are not in agreement and therefore the rule is set to take effect June 21st. If you would like a copy of the EPA denial letter faxed to you, contact the Ohio AgriBusiness Association at gking@oaba.net or (614) 325 7520.