Toxic Use Reduction Act (TURA)

This course provides an in-depth understanding of the Massachusetts Toxics Use Reduction Act (TURA), focusing on its requirements, goals, and impact on reducing toxic chemical use. Participants will learn compliance strategies, reporting requirements, and how to adopt safer production methods to protect health, the environment, and business innovation.

Understand the origins and purpose of TURA, including its proactive approach to reducing toxic chemical use and its historical context
Learn the core mission of TURA, focusing on:
Reducing toxic and hazardous substance use in industries
Promoting safer alternatives and cleaner production methods
Enhancing business competitiveness through innovation in toxics management
Identify who must comply with TURA, including Large Quantity Toxics Users (LQTUs) and their specific thresholds for chemical use
Explore key compliance requirements, such as:
Annual Toxics Use Reports and Biennial Toxics Use Reduction Plans
Payment of annual fees based on chemical use volume
Discover resources available to support compliance, including:
Technical assistance from the Massachusetts Office of Technical Assistance & Technology (OTA)
Training, research, and grants from the Toxics Use Reduction Institute (TURI)
Review the measurable impact of TURA, including reductions in toxic chemical use, safer substitutes, and process improvements
Address emerging challenges, such as updating chemical lists, avoiding “regrettable substitutions,” and balancing oversight with innovation
Understand TURA’s broader influence on global and regional toxics reduction efforts and its integration with federal laws like EPCRA and CERCLA

Certificate of Completion in Toxics Use Reduction and Compliance

Massachusetts Toxics Use Reduction Act (TURA) of 1989 EPCRA (Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act) CERCLA (Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act)

This course is ideal for environmental compliance officers, facility managers, and businesses subject to TURA regulations. Emphasis is placed on compliance, innovation in toxics management, and adopting safer chemical alternatives to protect health and the environment.