The Community Right-to-Know Program
Tier II Filing
The Community Right-To-Know (RTK) Program has implemented a Web-based reporting system for facilities, called the Tier II Filing System. This system allows facilities to electronically file their annual Facility Inventory Forms (FIF).
To file the FIF electronically, each facility is required to register a unique username online to obtain a password. Facilities that have already obtained their own passwords do not need to register again. After the facility’s username and password have been activated, authorized users will be able to access facility inventory information that has been transferred into the Tier II Filing System.
Please note - Only the owner, operator, manager or corporate officer is authorized to file online.
For those filing for multiple facilities, you can apply to have one username and password to access these facilities. For more information, please call (718) 595-4659 between 9 A.M. and 5 P.M.
Why Should I File Online?
- Easier filing process – system is user friendly with
easy to follow steps.
- Instead of typing, data such as inventory quantity
code and storage code can be entered more accurately by choosing from the
drop-down boxes.
- No need to re-type redundant information each year.
- You can view, edit and print out FIF for each
facility.
- You can avoid the hard copy filing package request fee
($20.00.)
- If you filed during a previous calendar year, you will
only need to update your records.
- Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS): Ability to search
the Online MSDS Library and attach for each chemical (if available in the
library), or you can attach an electronic version of an MSDS.
- The system will automatically calculate the fee and
generate an invoice for you.
- Supplemental files such as a site plan can be
attached.
- Data are saved after completion of each page and can
be printed as hard copy.
- Managers filing for multiple facilities can use the
same username and password.
- References, resources and reporting guidance documents are available as part of the facility submission module.
Accessing Your Data
You must first register online. If you have filed a hard copy FIF previously, you must register as an Existing Facility and enter your Facility ID number in the registration form. To register online you must be an owner, operator, manager or corporate officer, in accordance with the Administrative Code of the City of New York, Section 24, Chapter 7.
After you have registered, you will receive a Password Certification letter in the mail in approximately 3 – 5 business days. You must sign the certification letter and return it to DEP. Once DEP receives your signed certification, you will receive an e-mail indicating your password has been activated. If you are an existing facility, you can then access your previously reported data. If you are a new facility, you can input your new data.
If you are filing for multiple facilities, please call the RTK program at (718) 595-4659 between the hours of 9 A.M. and 5 P.M.
Please note - You will not need to go through the registration process for future submissions unless there is a new user.
Compliance Package
DEP has compiled the following information to aid facilities:
