EPA Inspections
Course Description:
Even facilities with good relationships with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and good compliance histories may get inspected. Although you may not be able to avoid the “knock on the door,” you can avoid being caught in an enforcement trap if you know what to expect and make sure you’re prepared to deal effectively with an EPA inspection. It’s critical for you to do everything possible to prepare for and be responsive during all the stages of the inspection process. Your actions may largely determine the impact of the inspection on your business and whether the EPA will pursue an enforcement action. The main objective of this session is to prepare you for EPA inspections at your facility.
Why “EPA Inspections” Matters:
At the completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
- Identify the types of environmental inspections that may be conducted at their facility
- Recognize how to interact effectively with government agencies
- Recall the inspection process
- Identify measures that can help ensure the best-possible outcome from an EPA inspection
Key Points:
- The more you know about EPA inspections, the better prepared you and your management team will be to deal with them.
- You should have a well-developed strategy for handling inspections, including designating personnel to work with inspectors.
- Being prepared to respond effectively to EPA inspections protects your rights and improves outcomes.
