Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 25, June 22, 2024
Section 6.711 - FunctionsThe Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Action Team:
a. Ensure drinking water is safe. Identify impacted locations and resources and create and implement an action plan to assist State and local authorities and public water systems in delivering safe drinking water.b. Manage environmental PFAS contamination. Develop and implement environmental response protocols for all positively identified sites.c. Develop specialized site plans, engaging the public and other relevant stakeholders, where appropriate.d. Reduce risks to drinking water and the environment from firefighting foam and other sources of PFAS. Identify PFAS uses that are most likely to pose a risk to human health and the environment, such as the use of firefighting foam, industrial releases, carpets, food packaging materials and other uses. Develop recommendations and actions that can be taken to limit or control these and other sources of PFAS.e. Develop a clearinghouse of information on PFAS. Establish a public information site and protocol to effectively inform and educate the public about PFAS.f. Establish a standard process for sharing pertinent information between all members of the Task Force.g. Explore avenues of funding for remediation efforts.h. Engage with academic institutions and experts in the fields such as public health and environmental remediation, among others, when necessary.