Introduction
The CHS Manager Public User Manual provides guidance for public users on how to
access information about hazardous substances stored in communities throughout
the State of Oregon.
Oregon’s Community Right to Know (CR2K) program is administered by
the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) and meets or exceeds the requirements of the
federal Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (EPCRA).
Under this program, OSFM is required to annually collect, validate, and distribute
information regarding hazardous substances stored at facilities across the state.
Oregon Community Right to Know
The Community Right to Know program was established to ensure that the public and
emergency response agencies have access to information about hazardous substances
present in their communities.
Facilities that store hazardous substances above established thresholds are
required to report this information to OSFM annually.
CHS Manager is the online system used to collect, manage, and share this information
with authorized users and the public.
Registering for CHS Manager
Members of the public must register for a CHS Manager account to access
Community Right to Know information.
CHS Manager uses a secure registration process to ensure appropriate access
to system data.
To register for an account:
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Navigate to the CHS Manager login page.
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Select Create an Account.
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Enter the required contact information, including your name and email address.
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Create a username and password following the system requirements.
Once registration is complete, you will receive a confirmation email with
instructions to verify your account.
After verifying your account, you may log in to CHS Manager and begin using
public search features.
Logging into CHS Manager
After registering and verifying your account, you can log into CHS Manager to
access public Community Right to Know information.
To log into CHS Manager:
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Navigate to the CHS Manager login page
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Enter your username and password.
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Select Log In.
If you forget your password, select the Forgot Password option
on the login page and follow the instructions to reset it.
Once logged in, you will be directed to the CHS Manager dashboard where you can
begin searching for facilities and chemicals.
Program Feature Overview
CHS Manager provides public users with tools to view and search Community Right
to Know information reported by facilities across the State of Oregon.
Public users can access the following features within CHS Manager:
- Search for facilities that report hazardous substances
- View facility location information on an interactive map
- Search for facilities that store specific chemicals
- View reported chemical and hazard information
The system is designed to support transparency while protecting confidential
and sensitive information as required by law.
Some information may be restricted from public view to ensure facility security
and public safety.
Map Features
CHS Manager includes an interactive map that allows public users to view the
geographic location of facilities that report hazardous substances.
The map provides the following features:
- Facility markers displaying reported locations
- Zoom and pan controls to navigate the map
- Map layers that show jurisdictional boundaries
- Search tools to locate facilities by area
Selecting a facility on the map displays additional information, including
facility name, address, and reported chemicals, when available.
Map information is provided for reference purposes only and may not reflect
exact facility boundaries.
Search Facilities
Public users can search for facilities that report hazardous substances using
the CHS Manager search tools.
Facility searches can be performed using one or more of the following criteria:
- Facility name
- City or county
- Facility address
Search results display a list of matching facilities and may also be viewed
directly on the interactive map.
Selecting a facility from the search results allows users to view available
facility details and reported hazardous substances.
Some facility information may be limited or unavailable due to confidentiality
requirements.
Search Facilities with Chemicals
CHS Manager allows public users to search for facilities that report specific
hazardous chemicals.
Chemical-based searches help users identify where certain substances are stored
within their communities.
When searching by chemical, users may:
- Select a chemical from the available list
- Search by chemical name
- View facilities associated with the selected chemical
Search results include facilities that have reported the selected chemical
during the most recent reporting period.
Results may be filtered or viewed on the interactive map for additional context.
Searching the Map
The interactive map in CHS Manager can be used to search for facilities and
view hazardous substance information by geographic area.
Users may search the map by:
- Zooming into a specific city, county, or region
- Panning the map to explore nearby areas
- Selecting facility markers displayed on the map
Clicking a facility marker opens a summary of available information, including
the facility name, location, and reported chemicals.
Map search results are provided for informational purposes and may be subject
to data availability and confidentiality limitations.
Resources & Contact Information
Additional information and assistance related to the Community Right to Know
program and CHS Manager are available through the Oregon State Fire Marshal.
For questions or support, please contact:
Oregon State Fire Marshal
Community Right to Know Program
Email: cr2k@osfm.oregon.gov
Additional resources may be available through the CHS Manager helpdesk website.