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Stay Compliant with Tier II Reporting in Cobb County, Atlanta, GA – Partner with Shaver Fire

If your facility in Cobb County, Atlanta handles hazardous materials, you’re likely required to comply with Tier II Reporting under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA). This crucial annual reporting ensures that local authorities, emergency responders, and communities are informed about chemical hazards in their area — and staying compliant isn’t optional.

Cobb County Fire Marshal’s Office Engineering Evaluation:

Cobb County Fire Marshal’s Office is now requiring an engineering evaluation report for all Tier II facilities in Cobb County in addition to the Tier II reporting requirements. The local fire departments depend on these engineering reports to plan for emergencies. The engineering evaluation is required to be stamped by a professional Fire Protection Engineer in the state of Georgia. The engineering report will address additional aspects of fire protection such as:

• Means of Egress: Evaluates the means of egress and determines if the existing egress is compliant with applicable codes, standards, and ordinances.
• Occupancy Assessment: Determines if the occupancy classification meets the use of the building or space.
• Fire Suppression Systems: Does the sprinkler system or other fire suppression systems adequate to protect the hazard.
• Fire Alarm Systems: Does the Fire Alarm System meet the applicable codes, standards, and ordinances?
• Hazardous Materials Assessment: Identifies hazardous materials and determines if the materials are over or below the maximum allowable quantity (MAQ)
• Recommendations for Compliance: Provides recommendations to Owners to comply with the local codes, standards, and ordinances.

Why It Matters

Failing to comply with Tier II reporting can result in fines and put your employees and the public at risk. More importantly, local fire departments and first responders rely on these reports to plan for emergencies — which is why the fire marshal takes this seriously.

In Cobb County, we’re seeing increased enforcement and scrutiny — including new requirements for a licensed Fire Protection Engineer (FPE) to sign off on life safety, fire suppression, and fire alarm systems. That’s where Shaver Fire comes in.

Why Choose Shaver Fire as Your Fire Protection Engineer?

Shaver Fire is Atlanta’s trusted Fire Protection Engineering partner, helping businesses meet compliance requirements while ensuring optimal safety. With extensive experience in fire suppression systems, fire alarm design, and life safety code compliance, we’re uniquely qualified to support Tier II facilities.

We don’t just review and sign off — we assess your entire fire protection strategy, identify gaps, and offer solutions that keep you compliant, efficient, and prepared.

✅ Licensed Fire Protection Engineer in the State of Georgia
✅ Deep understanding of EPCRA and Tier II compliance
✅ Expertise in fire suppression and fire alarm systems
✅ Trusted by AHJs and Fire Marshals across the state

Don’t leave your compliance or safety to chance. Partner with a qualified FPE who knows the codes, speaks the Fire Marshal’s language, and delivers peace of mind.