DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNICATION OF WORST-CASE SCENARIOS FOR THE EPA RISK MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

This AIChE/CCPS sponsored workshop brought together a panel of experts to discuss the development and communication of worst-case scenarios for EPA's proposed Risk Management Program (RMP) Regulation. This pape r presents specific issues raised during the Workshop such as selectin g release scenarios performing hazard assessments, and communicating t he results. However, the ultimate goal is chemical accident prevention and preparedness. Findings are not attributed to the individual exper ts but represent the view of the discussion chairman.