Introduction to the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards
Susan Griggs, Eli Lilly and Company
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Appropriations Act of 2007 gave DHS the authority to regulate the security of high-risk chemical facilities and require those facilities to complete security vulnerability assessments, develop site security plans, and implement the protective measures necessary to meet DHS-defined performance standards. These standards, commonly referred to as the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) were published in the Federal Register on April 9, 2007, as 6 CFR part 27 with an effective date of June 9, 2007. With few exceptions, these standards apply to any facility meeting DHS's definition of a “high-risk chemical facility” and may include laboratories. This presentation will provide an overview of the regulation, lessons learned in implementation, and an update of proposed changes to the rule.
Biography:
Susan Griggs of Eli Lilly and Company (Lilly) has spent the last nine years in security, emergency response, and environmental consulting, both in manufacturing and corporate roles. She currently focuses on international security, assisting Lilly sites and personnel in more than 70 countries. Prior to joining Lilly, Ms. Griggs spent 13 years in the specialty chemical and environmental industries with positions in sales, operations management, and senior leadership. Before beginning her career, Ms. Griggs earned Bachelor of Science degrees in zoology and chemistry from the University of Montana, Missoula.