The tier ii chemical reporting program has moved to the texas commission on environmental quality. As identified in the letter in conjunction with the tceq, the water is safe to. Guides on how to create a tier ii report using tceq s steers. Texas tceq tier ii chemical reporting tceq has decided to delay implementation of the new online tier ii reporting system due to hurricane harvey.
Tier ii reports hidalgo county, tx official website. Retail gas stations are not exempt from tier ii reporting. Udeq prefers that each facility use epas tier 2 submit software for the current reporting year. Nov 28, 2017 also it must be reported through the epa tier ii software reporting system. Below is our new contact information for texas filers.
Files can be shared within the agency, shared by tceq with the public, and shared by the public with tceq. Combining these individual pathways results in a tier 2 soil pcl of 64 mgkg based on carcinogenic effects and 46 mgkg based on noncarcinogenic effects. Tier ii reportingthe clock is ticking vm environmental. Does this website submit my tier 2 information to state and local authorities. Accessing the ftps through the tier ii online reporting system copies of your report can be exported from the tier ii online reporting system using the tceq ftps. This consolidated chemical list includes chemicals subject to reporting requirements under the emergency planning and community righttoknow act epcra, also known as title iii of. Tceq ftps is based on secure ftp and is provided as a way to share files. Tier ii reporting for 2017 tier ii online reporting system is postponed until april of 2018 using the tier2 submit software for annual 2017 tier ii reports reports must include a customer number cn, regulated entity number rn, and txt2 number online method to obtain numbers is through steers chemical hazards new list. The tier ii chemical reporting program has moved to the texas commission on environmental quality tceq visit the tceq tier ii website. Overview of changes to the texas tier ii program and how to prepare.
Have questions about tier ii reporting or other hazardous materials issues. Texas tier two reporting under tceq moved to a webbased reporting system effective january 1, 2019. You are responsible for reporting to the correct state department, local authorities, etc, as required. March 1 is the deadline to file your annual tier ii report for 2019. Under a new state rule, effective august 1, 2006, tier two reports must be submitted to dshs in electronic format, using the tier2 submit software program to. Tier i, tier ii and tri reporting requirements duration. The louisiana state police lsp, emergency services unit esu, is the primary agency in the state of louisiana with both the regulatory and statutory authority for hazardous material and explosives.
Small files are often shared in email, which has a 25 mb size limit for email attachments within tceq. A national tier ii data standard has been created to establish a common set of guidelines or rules for reading, writing, and sharing tier ii data between different tier ii management systems. A tier 2 soil pcl for arsenic of 46 mgkg was calculated following these site specific adjustments. In the meantime, texas companies with reportable chemicals must continue to submit using the existing software system. Tier ii tier 2 or tier two report is required under section 312 of the emergency planning and community righttoknow act epcra and required to be submitted to the state emergency response commission serc. Tier ii reporting custom tier 2 software, statewide, county, lepc, corporate. Statutes and laws texas community right to know acts tcras, health and safety code, chapter 505 507 texas hazard communication act thca, chapter 502 federal emergency planning amp community right to know act epcra also known as the superfund amendments amp reauthorization act sara, title iii texas tier ii administration texas commission on environmental quality, tier ii chemical.
The tceq public notice addresses a tier 2 non acute violation which is defined by the environmental protection agency as one that is not immediately harmful to public health. Public notice required by tceq city of pflugerville, texas. Udeq requires that each facility use epas tier 2 submit software for the current reporting year. Msds tier ii reporting epcra 3112 msds tier ii reporting epcra 3112 follow new articles new articles and comments.
What if i just want a copy of the last tier 2 form that was submitted. How to use e plan to submit a 2018 tier 2 report youtube. Tier ii compliance for 2019 oil and gas regulatory classes. The lower of these values is applied as the final tier 2 totsoilcomb pcl for arsenic. State specific reporting of tier ii sites in texas a new rule has been passed by the texas commission on environmental quality, tceq, that states any corporation or commercial entity must now also register each reportable facility rn and have a identification number.
Information on how filing fees are calculated for your tier ii chemical. Tceq is offering a free 3 hour training session for companies and staff needing assistance. Tier 2 online tier ii reporting custom tier 2 software. Each unit conducts enforcement activities which are supported by either administrative or criminal provisions within each set of regulations. Annual report every owneroperator is required by statute to submit an annual tier ii account report for all their facilities that store tier ii reportable chemicals. Msds tier ii reporting epcra 3112 emergency management. There are four types of tier ii reports that can be created through the tier ii online reporting system. Facilities no longer need to submit to the kerc, local emergency planning committee lepc, and fire departments. This deep understanding of the complex challenges that come with accurate emissions monitoring and reporting has helped us create a solution that delivers the most value to you and your business. The tier 2 chemical reporting program requires all reports to be submitted using the.
These annual reports are currently submitted between january 1st and march 1st. In texas a new rule has been passed by the texas commission on environmental quality, tceq, that states any corporation or commercial entity must now also register each reportable facility rn and have a identification number. If you did not attend one of their day long training sessions or have time to absorb the 216 page tier ii user guide chances are you will struggle this year getting the reports completed and in on time. If you have used the epas tier2 submit in previous years, and are planning to use it again this year, be sure to download and use the latest version of the software. Because of this change in reporting requirements, the tceq does not provide hard copy tier ii reporting forms on this website. Bricks may be eligible for solid and manufactured item exemption for epcra 311 312 reporting. Epcra tier ii reporting demystified reporting tips. Sara title iii tier two chemical inventory reporting. Use tier two submit software, if state applicable and provide online tier two submission in applicable states i. See our online reporting help for useful guidance 2019 tier ii annual reports were due march 1st, 2020. Facilities handling or storing hazardous chemicals above the threshold planning quantity tpq must provide all safety data sheets sds to the state emergency response commission serc, local emergency planning committee lepc, and local fire departments. Tier ii 2019 oil and gas compliance oil and gas regulatory. State tier ii reporting requirements and procedures. Tier2 submit software emergency planning and community.
Facilities utilizing the web site to file their tier ii report must generate a fee calculation worksheets and certification statement letter. Contact the tier ii chemical reporting program tceq. Jan 30, 2020 tceq compliance and assistance duration. Bernardine zimmerman texas tier ii chemical reporting at the tceq. Epcra, also known as sara title iii, enacted in 1986, establishes requirements for federal, state and local governments, american indian tribes, and industry regarding emergency. New tceq tier ii reporting system delayed osha and ehs. The tceq currently oversees the program in texas, local emergency planning committee lepc, and the local fire department. All reporting companies are required to create and have an account in ceos.
The tceq tier ii chemical reporting program is available to assist lepcs and fire departments with managing tier ii reports. All tier ii reporters must download the updated software every year. As of september 1, 2015 the tier ii chemical reporting program has moved to the texas commission on environmental quality tceq from the department of state health services dshs, so some new requirements and updated contact information and addresses have been added. How to use e plan to submit a 2017 tier 2 report jan 22 duration. Information for local emergency planning committees and fire departments. A tutorial on how to submit your tier ii forms using tier2 submit software is now available. Emergency planning and community righttoknow act epcra. Section 303 requires each lepc to have comprehensive emergency plans for their district using the hazardous chemical inventory data provided to them by regulated facilities.
Check with your state to find out the state specific reporting requirements. Epcra, also known as sara title iii, enacted in 1986, establishes requirements for federal, state and local governments, american indian tribes, and industry regarding emergency planning and reporting on hazardous and toxic chemicals. Tier ii online is an easy to use, online chemical inventory reporting system for facilities to quickly and efficiently report to the state, county, local and lepc level. Texas tier ii chemical reporting at the tceq environmental. In indiana, section 302 reporting is done using the tier 2 manager software.
Refer to the reporting requirements for your state for submission details. Copies of your report can be exported from the tier ii online reporting system using the tceq ftps reports can be exported as either a printable pdf or as a zip file that is compatible with the epa tier2submit software. This application is provided as a way to share larger files. Emergency planning and community right to know sara. Finally, information is included about the electronic data exchange system edes, a user friendly software package developed by the department that. Udeq will accept tier2 submit electronic file submissions via direct internet form submission at exit. Texas tier ii chemical reporting updates trinity consultants.
These documents must be mailed to kdhe with the appropiate fees or credit card payment form by march 1 to complete their reporting requirements. Beginning january 1, 2018, you must use the new online system to. For a great refresher, check out our two 2 hour live webinar. Make sure your data is correct, complete, report year is accurate, etc.
Tier ii hazardous chemical inventory reporting department. How to report links to pages to help you create, submit, and pay for your reports. Texas tier 2 reporting tier ii online reports software. Jan 25, 2019 also it must be reported through the epa tier ii software reporting system.
Udeq will reply to submissions of tier2 submit electronic files only made by email with an acknowledgment of receipt. Help form and your questions will be routed to the correct program area. If you choose to do the reporting on your own, great, just make sure you fully are comfortable with epcra section 312 in its entirety. Pflugerville water quality safe despite plant glitch. Visit the epa website to learn about your states tier ii reporting requirements and procedures. Nov 12, 2019 the tceq public notice addresses a tier 2 non acute violation which is defined by the environmental protection agency as one that is not immediately harmful to public health. House bill hb 942 was passed during the 84th texas legislature, regular session, and signed into law by the governor. Facilities that file the texas tier ii chemical report with the texas commission on environmental quality tceq, tier ii chemical reporting program are also. Phone, fax, email and addresses for contacting the tier ii chemical reporting program. The ierc manages the software and provides automatic notification to lepcs. Tceq tier ii webbased reporting system trinity consultants.
The tceq has modified their reporting system away from the epa tier ii submit software to a new online reporting system through steers. A simple, yet powerful web solution to store your facility, chemical, storage, and mixture info in one handy location, year after year. Texas commission on environmental quality, tier ii chemical reporting program. An overview of the tceq tier ii chemical reporting program including any updates to the program. Tac tier ii chemical reporting for 2019 now underway texas. Oct 09, 2015 the tier ii chemical reporting program has moved to the texas commission on environmental quality tceq visit the tceq tier ii website. How to obtain tier ii program numbers txt2, customer numbers cn, and regulated entity numbers rn that you need for your report.
The tier 2 chemical reporting program requires all reports to be submitted using the state of texas environmental. Access your files online at any time from any device. If you already have a ceos account, you can proceed to step 3. The tceq tier ii reporting program will soon be transitioning to an online webbased reporting system. Ehs are subject to the reporting requirements of epcra section 311 provide material safety data sheet or a list of covered chemicals to the serc or terc, lepc, and local fire department and section 312 submit inventory form tier i or tier ii. The utah department of environmental quality udeq is tasked by state statute to manage epcra data for the utah state emergency response commission serc. If you dont have one, click the link below to get started. Kdhe tier 2 reporting tier ii online reports kansas. The new system will apparently be rolled out after april 2018. Getting started with open broadcaster software obs duration. The statute is designed to help communities deal safely and. Tier ii reporting oklahoma department of environmental quality. No supplier notification requirements for tier ii chemical inventory reporting applicability of epcra 311 312 reporting for facilities voluntarily providing msdss determining epcra 311 312 compliance after modifying solid manufactured item. Fastest way to become a software developer duration.
The newest version of tier2 submit is for reporting year 2019. The tier ii online reporting system is now available. A tutorial on how to submit your tier ii forms using tier2. Like all of our products, our air emissions software was designed with industry best practices and continuous feedback from customers like you. For more information about tier ii reporting requirements, visit the epa website. Tier2 submit software emergency planning and community right. Training will include program and regulatory requirements and how to use the tier ii submission software. Beginning january 1, 2018, you must use the new online system to submit your tier ii chemical inventory reports. All tier ii reports require a valid customer number cn, regulated entity number rn, and txt2 number. Submission of your electronic data file to tceq tier ii chemical reporting program serves as notification to the state emergency response commission serc for tier ii data. Also included are guidelines for avoiding common problems the department encounters with the tier ii form and site plan.
Instead, a single submittal through tier ii manager satisfies all three submissions. The data standard was developed by noaa and the environmental protection agency epa, with collaboration from tier ii stakeholders throughout the country. Sara title iii facility reporting contact the bcrepc for information, free compliance assistance, and free workshops that help guide facility filings of hazardous chemical emergency reports under sara title iii in barnstable and nantucket counties. Epa developed tier2 submit to help facilities prepare an electronic chemical inventory report. Texas tier ii chemical reporting program training opportunity. How can lepcs or fire departments request data from the tceq. Submission of the tier ii report by facilities that meet the reporting requirements established under section 312 of sara title iii is required. Reports can be exported as either a printable pdf or as a zip file that is compatible with the epa tier2submit software. Many states accept tier2 submit, and the tier ii chemical inventory data can also be exported into the cameo fm emergency planning software. If you are planning to submit an electronic tier two data file that has has been prepared using any software program other than tier2 submit, please contact the tceq to obtain advance approval for your submission. In november 2019, the city several tier 2 and a tier 3 violations from tceq related processes in the water plant including programming, monitoring. As identified in the letter in conjunction with the tceq, the water is safe to drink and you do not need to find another water supply.
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