The Chesterfield Emergency Planning Committee is authorized to function under the Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986.  Its purpose is for the community to work with first responders, to create a working plan that outlines emergency response to natural disasters and hazardous materials situations and to coordinate the Community's Right-to-Know Act. 

Tier II Chemical Inventory Reports  

Facilities covered by the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) requirements must submit an Emergency and Hazardous Chemical Inventory form to the locality in which they are located as well as to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ). Under the federal requirements, facilities must submit Tier II information by March 1 for the activities occurring in the preceding year. Chesterfield County requires a single copy of the report, sent to the CEPC. Multiple copies are not necessary as the report is filed in an area accessible by the Fire Department, CEPC and the Emergency Management Office. Tier II reports should be sent to Chesterfield Emergency Planning Committee, PO Box 2714, Chesterfield, VA 23832.

Reporting forms and instructions for use of those forms can be found on the US Environmental Protection Agency’s website.

Separate reporting requirements for the Commonwealth of Virginia can be found on the VDEQ website.

Preparing for Emergencies/Disasters 

Preparing you and your family for natural and man-made disasters and other emergencies is extremely important. Proper planning can be the difference between life and death. The Chesterfield Emergency Planning Committee (CEPC) is committed to assisting you in preparing for all types of emergencies. For more information on how to prepare you and your family, contact us by email at  laffoons@chesterfield.gov, or call 804-796-7159.