Facility security has always been a priority for the U.S. chemical industry. Soon after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and without waiting for government mandates, Responsible Care® companies took the lead in quickly adopting the Responsible Care Security Code, an aggressive, facility security program to further protect our chemical facilities, our chemicals transportation systems, our communities and our products. Implementation of the Responsible Care Security Code is required of all ACC members and Responsible Care Partners.
Under the Security Code – which addresses facility, cyber and transportation security – companies conduct comprehensive facility security vulnerability assessments, implement security enhancements and obtain independent verification of facility enhancements. Implementation of the Code follows a strict timeline and requires mandatory periodic reporting on progress.
The Responsible Care Security Code is widely recognized by the Department of Homeland Security and state and local governments as a model for the chemical industry and other U.S. industries.
The American Chemistry Council is encouraging Congress and the administration to pass legislation that ensures all our nation's chemical facilities are secure from the threat of terrorism under the watchful eye of the federal government.
