Federal, State and local laws, require that a hazardous materials Business Emergency Plan (BEP) must be submitted by any business that handles a hazardous material or a mixture containing a hazardous material in quantities equal to, or greater than, 500 pounds or 55 gallons; 200 cubic feet for compressed gases; or 10 pounds or more of organic peroxides, carcinogens, radioactive or highly toxic materials, or class 1.1, 1.2 or 1.3 explosives.

In the city of Riverside, the Fire Prevention Bureau is responsible for administrating the BEP program.  Facilities that meet the above regulation can either complete and submit their plan online or print out the plan for manual submission.  In addition, an annual certification form is also available online.  In each case, you must click on Hazardous Materials Disclosure for the appropriate forms.  In order to submit online you must request a username and password by submitting the completed login request form.  Within a few days you will receive an email with your username and password, as well as further direction.  If you prefer to complete your BEP manually, select the listed boxes under Forms for Manual Completion and proceed as directed.  Each facility is also required to pay an annual BEP fee.  The yearly permit will be mailed when an approved plan or update has been submitted and the fee paid.

If you need assistance with the BEP program or have any questions, please contact the City of Riverside Fire Department at (951) 826-5737.