Regulated Facilities

Who This Applies To

You may have reporting requirements if your facility:

• Stores hazardous chemicals above certain threshold amounts
• Uses or processes regulated hazardous substances
• Maintains fuel storage or chemical storage on-site
• Operates as a business, utility, school, agricultural operation, or industrial facility

If you are unsure whether your facility is required to report, contact Emergency Management for guidance.

Facility Responsibilities

• Submit annual Tier II hazardous chemical inventory reports when required
• Provide safety data sheets (SDS) or chemical lists as required
• Identify a facility emergency coordinator when applicable
• Cooperate with local emergency planning efforts
• Report certain hazardous chemical releases immediately
• Submit follow-up written reports for certain releases

For regulated facilities

Tier II Reporting

Facilities that store hazardous chemicals above reporting thresholds may be required to submit Tier II information each year under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act, also known as EPCRA.

Who reports Facilities with reportable hazardous chemicals.

What to submit Chemical inventory and facility contact information.

Due date March 1 each year.

Before you submit

1. Review whether your facility meets Tier II reporting requirements.
2. Update facility contacts and emergency response information.
3. Submit required chemical inventory information through the approved reporting system.
4. Keep a copy of your submission for your records.

View Facility Requirements

Emergency Release Reporting

Facilities must immediately report certain releases of hazardous substances to the appropriate state and local authorities.

Emergency notifications help responders understand the situation and take appropriate protective actions.

Working With Local Emergency Planning

Facilities may be asked to coordinate with Flathead County Emergency Management and local responders as part of emergency planning efforts.

This coordination helps ensure responders have accurate information about potential hazards and can respond effectively in an emergency.

Questions or Assistance

If you have questions about reporting requirements or need assistance, contact Flathead County Emergency Management.

Phone: (406) 758-2113
Email: Contact Emergency Management