Gain clarity and control over complex EPA and state environmental requirements. The J. J. Keller® SAFETY MANAGEMENT SUITE helps you determine applicability, manage deadlines, track hazardous waste, maintain tank compliance, and streamline Tier II and TRI reporting, all in one platform alongside the rest of your safety program.
Manage Environmental Requirements With Confidence
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Identify, Track, Act
Determine which agency requirements apply to each of your locations with the applicability wizard, auto-create tasks, track deadlines and get alerts for timely action.
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Explore Robust Resources
Access fact sheets, forms and how-to guides for 15 EPA topics ranging from air monitoring to Toxic Release Inventory (TRI), state vs. state and state vs. federal comparison guides, and state requirements and contacts.
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Stay On Top Of Hazwaste
Track waste by container and location, calculate accumulation, trigger when waste must be moved, and set tasks and reminders for disposal.
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Tackle Tank Management
Easily manage registration, periodic testing, and required inspections for Aboveground Storage Tanks (ASTs) and Underground Storage Tanks (USTs).
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Tap Into A TRI Toolbox
Get easy-to-understand guidance on TRI reporting, including help determining whether you are subject to it and identifying chemicals and thresholds that trigger it.
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Streamline Tier II Reporting
Identify reportable chemicals, track inventory, and generate information for March 1 filings.
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The Cost of Non‑Compliance
Penalties change annually, and enforcement is strong. Use this snapshot of 2025 maximums and FY 2024 activity to focus your compliance efforts.
HAZARDOUS WASTE
(RCRA SUBTITLE C)
$93,058
Up to $93,058 per day, per violation
Compliance order violation:
$124,426/day
Corrective action order violation:
$74,943/day
SUPERFUND & EMERGENCY PLANNING
(CERCLA / EPCRA)
$71,545
Up to $71,545 per day, per violation
Applies to TRI, Tier II, release reporting, emergency planning, and community right‑to‑know requirements.
CLEAN AIR ACT
(CAA)
$124,426
Up to $124,426 per day, per violation
Includes violations of permits, emission limits, implementation plans, and recordkeeping.
CLEAN WATER ACT
(CWA)
$68,445
Up to $68,445 per day, per violation
Includes NPDES violations, unpermitted discharges, and wastewater noncompliance.
Why Environmental Compliance Matters
$1.7 billion in penalties
highest since FY 2017
1,851 civil cases concluded
highest since FY 2017
121 criminal defendants charged
highest since FY 2019
8,500+ inspections
highest since FY 2017
EPA increased
its number of inspectors by nearly 17% over FY 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
An environmental compliance calendar helps organizations track regulatory deadlines and requirements to stay compliant. It reduces the risk of missed obligations, supports audit readiness, and promotes consistent environmental management across required activities.
It is used to monitor key compliance tasks, including:
- Tier II
- TRI
- Hazardous waste annual reports
- Air permit reporting
- Stormwater inspections and sampling
- SPCC reviews
- Tank inspections
By organizing these deadlines in one place, organizations can better manage regulatory responsibilities and avoid potential fines.
Digitizing hazardous waste tracking improves accuracy, recordkeeping, and visibility while helping facilities meet cradle‑to‑grave regulatory requirements. It supports compliance with EPA and state rules, reduces the risk of fines, and helps ensure proper management of hazardous waste throughout its lifecycle.
Hazardous waste tracking involves documenting the generation, storage, transport, and disposal of regulated waste. Any facility that generates, transports, treats, stores, or disposes of hazardous waste under RCRA must maintain this documentation.
Using digital systems enhances:
- Accuracy of records
- Document retention
- Visibility across sites
- Compliance with cradle‑to‑grave requirements
These improvements help organizations manage hazardous waste more effectively and maintain consistent regulatory compliance.
Environmental auditors typically review key compliance areas such as hazardous waste management, recordkeeping, and adherence to permits and procedures. They also assess whether documentation is complete and whether employees understand and follow environmental requirements.
Auditors often focus on:
- Hazardous waste handling, storage, and labeling
- Chemical inventory accuracy
- Emissions data
- Equipment maintenance logs
- Spill prevention measures
- Permit compliance
- Record retention
- Employee knowledge of environmental procedures
To stay prepared, organizations should:
- Maintain complete and up-to-date records
- Keep compliance deadlines visible
- Regularly update inventory and waste tracking
- Conduct routine internal inspections
Using tools like a compliance calendar or digital tracking system can help prevent missed tasks and support ongoing readiness.
Under EPCRA Section 312, facilities must report hazardous chemicals stored above specific thresholds through annual Tier II reporting. These reports are submitted to state and local emergency agencies to support planning and response efforts.
Facilities must report:
- Hazardous chemicals stored at or above 10,000 pounds
- Extremely Hazardous Substances (EHS) stored at or above their Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ)
Tier II reports are submitted to:
- State Emergency Response Commission (SERC)
- Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)
- Local fire department
State-specific requirements may also apply. These can include different reporting procedures, submission portals, deadlines, and fee structures that go beyond federal regulations, so it is important to review the rules for your specific state.
Facilities must track activities involving chemicals listed on the EPA Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) to determine if reporting thresholds are met. This includes monitoring how these chemicals are manufactured, used, managed, and released throughout their entire lifecycle.
TRI tracking applies to chemicals on the EPA TRI list, including:
- Specific chemicals (e.g., toluene, xylene)
- Chemical categories (e.g., glycol ethers, certain metals)
- Persistent Bioaccumulative Toxic (PBT) chemicals
To identify reportable substances, facilities must review:
- Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)
- Process data
- Chemical inventories
Facilities must track:
- Amount manufactured
- Amount processed
- Amount otherwise used
- Releases to air, water, and land
- Waste treatment and recycling
- Off-site transfers
- Energy recovery activities
- Pollution prevention (P2) activities
Accurate tracking ensures facilities can determine whether they meet TRI reporting thresholds.
