Oregon Code § 453.347·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Emergency response planning.
(1) The State Fire Marshal shall assist with emergency response planning by
appropriate agencies of government at the local, state and national levels to
assure that the response to a hazardous substance fixed site or transportation
accident is swift and appropriate to minimize damage to any person, property or
wildlife. This planning shall include assisting in and training for the
preparation of localized plans setting forth agency responsibilities for
on-scene response.
(2) The State
Fire Marshal may apply for funds as available to train, equip and maintain an
appropriate response capability at the state and local level.
(3) The State
Fire Marshal shall issue certificates to local agency personnel who have
completed the training.
(4) To the extent
practicable, the emergency preparedness and response program for hazardous
substances as provided in this section shall be consistent with the program for
radioactive material, wastes and substances developed by the State Department
of Energy and the Oregon Health Authority under ORS chapters 453 and 469. [1985
c.726 §11; 2009 c.595 §897]