NOAA’s Tier2 Submit program has announced new reporting rules for facilities reporting chemical inventories in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. These changes add new data requirements, so it’s best to start preparing now.
What’s Changing
If you’re reporting under Tier II in these states, here’s what’s new:
- Connecticut (for facilities with Section 302 emergency planning requirements) and all facilities in Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont must now include:
- A full list of on-site emergency response equipment.
- Contact details for a designated 24/7 emergency equipment contact. This person must be authorized to release the equipment. They can be someone already on your team.
- Maine and Vermont facilities must also confirm whether they’re located within a Community Water System Area. If so, you’ll need to name the specific water system.
Finding Your Water System
Not sure if you’re in a Community Water System Area? Facilities in Maine and Vermont can use EPA’s Community Water System Service Area Boundaries tool to check.
How Encamp Helps
Encamp will automatically incorporate these new requirements into our platform. If your facility must report this data, your Tier II reports will clearly flag what’s needed.
Why It Matters
These updates are designed to improve emergency preparedness. By requiring equipment lists and 24/7 contacts, first responders will know what resources are available on-site and who can authorize their use. For Maine and Vermont, the water system data adds another layer of protection for drinking water.
Next Steps for You
- Review your emergency response equipment and make sure your list is complete.
- Identify your 24/7 emergency equipment contact.
- If you’re in Maine or Vermont, check whether your facility is in a Community Water System Area.
These changes may feel like extra work, but they also strengthen community safety. And with Encamp, you’ll have the tools and support to keep compliance simple. Want to learn more about how Encamp helps? Schedule a demo.
