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SARA Title III Reporting (EPCRA / Tier II Reporting)

Stay ahead of EPA’s SARA Reporting (Tier II) deadlines. Protect your facility from enforcement risks.

Vanguard provides complete support for SARA Title III Reporting, also known as EPCRA Reporting or Tier II Reporting, helping facilities across the U.S. meet federal, state, and local hazardous chemical reporting requirements.

What Is SARA Title III (EPCRA)?

The Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Title III, also called the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA), requires businesses to report the presence and storage of certain hazardous chemicals to local, state, and federal authorities.

The purpose? To help communities plan for chemical emergencies and ensure transparency (i.e., the community’s right-to-know) about hazardous substances stored at industrial and commercial sites.

Do You Need to Comply with EPA’s SARA / EPCRA Regulations?

If your facility stores hazardous chemicals at or above the Threshold Planning Quantities (TPQs) for extremely hazardous substances listed under SARA, Section 302; and/or at or above thresholds under SARA, section 311-312 any time during the calendar year, you may be required to file a report under EPA’s SARA / EPCRA Law — typically due by March 1 each year. [California requires the Hazardous Materials Business Plan in lieu of SARA Reporting, but includes SARA, Section 302, as a part of that state’s reporting requirements. If your facility is located in California, contact Vanguard for information specific to hazardous substance reporting for that state.]

Sections of SARA Title III That May Apply

Section Description
302 Emergency Planning Notification – For facilities with Extremely Hazardous Substances (EHSs) above TPQs
304 Emergency Notification – Requires immediate reporting of releases of hazardous substances above Reportable Quantities (RQs)
311 SDS Inventory – Initial reporting of hazardous chemical inventory
312 SARA/EPCRA/Tier II Reporting – Annual inventory of hazardous chemicals stored onsite
313 Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) – Due by July 1 annually if your facility meets certain criteria (10 or More FT Employees, Specific SIC Code, Annual-Usage Thresholds)

Vanguard’s SARA Title III / EPCRA Reporting Services Include:

  • Report Preparation & Submission:
    We identify applicable substances – their quantities and locations – review inventory records and timely submit reports accurately to the appropriate Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs), State Emergency Response Commissions (SERCs), and Local Emergency Response Teams (LERTs).
  • Threshold and Applicability Analysis:
    We determine which reporting sections apply to your facility and assess whether your chemical quantities and annual-usage volumes exceed the thresholds as specified by federal and state agencies.
  • SDS and EHS Review (Section 302):
    Our team helps maintain accurate Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and evaluates Extremely Hazardous Substances (EHSs) against EPA’s SARA, Section 302 list.
  • Emergency Release Notifications (Section 304):
    We assist with response coordination and regulatory notification requirements in the event of a reportable chemical release or spill.
  • Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) Reporting (Section 313):
    If applicable, we manage your TRI reporting, including data analysis, Form R preparation, and state-specific supplemental requirements.
  • Multi-State & Facility Support:
    Vanguard supports single facilities and multi-site corporations across all U.S. states, including those with stricter local requirements or additional chemical thresholds.

Why SARA Title III / EPCRA Reporting Matters

  • Non-compliance penalties can exceed $69,000 per day
  • SARA Reports help first responders plan for emergencies
  • Noncompliance and filing inaccuracies typically result in enforcement action from EPA or state agencies
  • Reporting increases public scrutiny and awareness of hazardous substances within the community-at-large

Industries That Require SARA / EPCRA Reporting

Virtually any facility with a chemical inventory as reflected in its Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) may be subject to reporting requirements, including:

  • Manufacturing & Industrial Facilities
  • Oil & Gas Operations
  • Warehousing & Distribution
  • Utilities & Energy Providers
  • Agriculture & Chemical Producers
  • Food & Beverage Processing
  • Medical & Research Facilities

Deadlines & Reporting Schedule

Requirement Due Date Applies To
SARA Reporting (Sections 301-312) March 1 Annually Facilities storing hazardous substances at/above specified thresholds
TRI Reporting (Section 313) July 1 Annually Facilities meeting TRI criteria
Emergency Release Notification (Section 304) Immediately If a release exceeds reportable quantity

Avoid last-minute panic – let Vanguard handle it all.

With over 30 years of experience managing SARA / EPCRA compliance, we ensure your reports are complete, accurate, and submitted on time, keeping you inspection-ready year-round.

Need Help With SARA / EPCRA Reporting or Toxic Release Inventory (TRI)?

Call (918) 641-5588 or contact us today to schedule a regulatory review and gain a clear understanding of your facility’s compliance requirements under EPA, OSHA, DOT, and Homeland Security.

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