Conduct one hazardous materials exercise at an El Segundo facility to test facility response capabilities to a hazardous materials incident and emergency response resource capabilities to mitigate the release of a hazardous material. It is anticipated the exercise will involve aqueous ammonia at a power generation facility.
Implement the Aboveground Petroleum Storage Tank inspection and enforcement program to meet all elements of the State requirements and comply with California Code of Regulations, Title 27.This will also prepare the Division to meet audit requirements scheduled for mid-2010.
Train staff to conduct Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA) inspections that enforce State and Federal laws and regulations related to hazardous materials, hazardous wastes and water protection requirements.
Revise Industrial Waste permit process and inspection criteria to meet or exceed requirements established by Los Angeles City Bureau of Sanitation for National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) compliance.
Conduct 4 Risk Management Program (RMP) audits and inspections to evaluate facility compliance with CalEMA Safety and Health guidelines.
Conduct 150 environmental safety inspections for hazardous materials and hazardous waste documentation to comply with California Environmental Protection Agency standards for frequency of inspections.
Conduct 75 storm water inspections to complete required cycle of 2 inspections every 5 years and enforce City storm water policies.
Provide hazardous materials and hazardous waste training for local businesses to meet annual training requirements for safe use and management of hazardous materials.
Maintain CAER-sponsored Rapid Notify community alert system or other community alert system to ensure sustainability of system until a more permanent system is selected.
Continue to provide leadership to Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) to ensure grant funds for emergency planning and training are available to the Department.
Prepare and plan for a tri-ennial audit of the Division, as required in State law and regulations.Program improvements will include an enhanced aboveground tank inspection program, enforcement plan update and area plan additions.
