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A draft Public Health Goal for 1,2,3-trichloropropane is available.  Peer review of the document was done by three University of California scientists, and their comments, in addition to OEHHA's responses, are available.

OEHHA announces a second public comment period for the draft Public Health Goals for lead, oxamyl, pentachlorophenol, and trichloroethylene in drinking water.

Extension of public comment period: request for relevant information on Carbaryl, Metofluthrin, and Spirodiclofen, chemicals under consideration for possible listing via the Authoritative Bodies mechanism

Extension of comment period for the notice of intent to list methanol

OEHHA has provided a number of comments on the risk characterization methodology and conclusions on the draft RCD for Carbaryl. These comments and our recommendations, as well as suggested clarifications, additions and corrections, are contained in this report.

Extension of public comment period on notice of intent to list methanol as known to cause reproductive toxicity via the “Authoritative Bodies” mechanism.

General information and technical resources that provide information to scientists in local public health and natural resource agencies, as well as the public, about microcystins and risks associated with exposure to this family of toxins.

Announcement of an informal conference call on February 18, 2009, to discuss comments and next steps on a proposed amendment that will add specific options for method and content for warnings for exposures to listed chemicals in foods.

The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) is hosting a public meeting on Thursday, January 29 in Sacramento. The purpose of the meeting is to brainstorm on hazard traits, toxicological and environmental endpoints, and other relevant data to be included in the Toxics Information Clearinghouse, which was established by SB 509 (Simitian, Chapter 560, Statutes of 2008). Follow the link to download a copy of the meeting materials (agenda, discussion questions, and list of panelists).

The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) will be hosting a public meeting on Thursday, January 29 in Sacramento. The purpose of the meeting is to brainstorm on hazard traits, toxicological and environmental endpoints, and other relevant data to be included in the Toxics Information Clearinghouse, which was established by SB 509 (Simitian, Chapter 560, Statutes of 2008).