Selected software that meets State electronic reporting requirements through a State grant.Grant funds were partially used for initial procurement of software and development of data elements to be used for each environmental program.The deadline to complete the entire electronic reporting program is January 2013.
Through coordination with Public Works, Stormwater inspections are now conducted by the Wastewater Supervisor and Environmental Safety Manager to meet Los Angeles County inspection frequencies of two inspections every five years.
Conducted approximately 75 inspections involving hazardous materials, hazardous wastes, extremely hazardous substances, underground tanks, and emergency release planning.
Through a State grant, conducted five aboveground tank inspections under newly authorized Aboveground Petroleum Storage Tank Act (APSA) requirements.Inspections include an assessment of spill response capabilities and review of engineering practices for the prevention of oil spills. These inspections involved over 200 individual tanks holding hundreds of millions of gallons of petroleum fuel, waste or lubricants.
Responded to approximately 4 hazardous materials incidents. Including releases of paint, bleach, and other toxic substances.
Participated in semi-annual Community Awareness and Emergency Response (CAER) meetings to provide guidance to industrial facilities in the area of hazardous materials and regulations, as well as assistance in routine public outreach efforts.
Provided a hazardous materials and waste management class for local businesses and provided updated information on hazardous waste controls and management of aboveground tanks.Information meets State and Federal requirements for annual refresher training.
Conducted two Risk Management Plan inspections and audits to ensure all plan requirements are met and safety equipment is incorporated in all aspects of risk planning and analysis.Chemicals audited include ammonia, hydrogen sulfide, sulfur oxides, and flammable gases.
Provided HAZWOPER refresher training to approximately 40 students at the statewide CUPA Conference in Burlingame, California.The annual refresher is held in conjunction with the conference to allow local inspectors to meet training requirements for safety, health and environmental requirements.
