K-REACH: Simplified chemical risk assessment plan

A new chemical risk assessment reporting system also known as Chemical Accident Prevention Management Plan (CAPMP) has been in place since April 1 in South Korea. This new system integrates two existing risk reporting systems - an off-site consequence analysis report and a risk management plan. This reporting system is expected to reduce redundancy and processing time. 

Any facilities managing controlled substances under Chemical Control Act (CCA) should submit to this new plan. Depending on the risks of a substance and its amounts, facilities are categorized into two groups - Group one and two.

Basic information of the substances, risk management plan, and onsite emergency plan are required for all facilities regardless of the facility category. On the other hand, Group one facilities where they have more risks to human and the environment should submit an off-site emergency plan. 

All the submitted reports will be reviewed and inspected by the National Institute of Chemical Safety (NICS). If the reports are not approved, the facilities should re-submit within two months. The reports should be updated every five years.

Last update: 2021-04-16