Allegations Subject to Recordkeeping

An allegation subject to recording and recordkeeping may be made by any person on that person s own behalf, or on behalf of others.  

An allegation is defined as a statement, made without formal proof or regard for evidence, that a chemical substance or mixture has caused a significant adverse reaction to health or the environment. In turn, the phrase significant adverse reactions is defined as reactions that may indicate a substantial impairment of normal activities, or long-lasting or irreversible damage to health or the environment.  

The allegation must identify one or more of the following as the cause of an adverse effect  

Common sources of 8(c) allegations are worker compensation claims, lawsuits, complaints by neighbors, employee or union complaints, and communications with medical staff. They may arise as well in plant community activities, product stewardship, and customer communications. 

The regulations set forth several examples of significant adverse effects to human health or the environment, including  

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