PFAS AFFF Legislation Infographic
Now that state law [Public Act 21-191] has officially banned the use of PFAS AFFF, DEEP in cooperation with CFPC have created an infographic detailing provisions of the new law. Please print and post the attached infographic within your fire stations.
A link to PA 21-191 is available at: https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/ACT/PA/PDF/2021PA-00191-R00SB-00837-PA.PDF
Section 1 of the legislation details impacts to the fire service.
Within a week, we anticipate scheduling a virtual meeting with Fire Chiefs to discuss the status of the AFFF Take Back program and second phase apparatus drain/decon efforts. Stay tuned for an update.