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Course Description
The environmental “command and control” compliance philosophy continues to dominate the government policy agenda, and the only way to avoid liability for non-compliance is to thoroughly understand regulatory requirements. This course will increase your understanding of the current environmental compliance issues that you may encounter on a daily basis.
The course covers the current regulatory environment in a variety of jurisdictions, as well as environmental management systems, liability, and the interrelationships among federal, provincial, and municipal agencies. Regulations will be described and references for information will be provided. The course emphasizes the application of regulations in the various areas of concern to industry. Whether you have limited previous knowledge or simply need to study regulation updates, you will receive a comprehensive overview of the federal and provincial environmental regulations and how they affect industrial processes and projects.
The Training Course Will Highlight ?
After participating in this course, you will be able to be aware of:
- Overview of environmental compliance and regulatory frameworks.
- Evolution of environmental regulations and current trends.
- Federal, provincial, and municipal regulation interplay and jurisdictional complexities.
- Importance of regulatory compliance in avoiding liability and enhancing operational sustainability.
- Practical applications for industries, focusing on aligning business operations with environmental mandates.
- Role of environmental management systems in achieving compliance and operational efficiency.
- How this course addresses both foundational knowledge and advanced updates for diverse industries.
Training Objective
By the end of this course delegates will be able to:
- To review the current environmental regulations, their implications for various sectors, and their application to processes and projects.
- Interpret Major Environmental Laws: Identify and understand key environmental laws and regulations impacting industry, such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
- Develop Environmental Management Systems (EMS): Design and implement EMS to support environmental improvements and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Assess Environmental Impacts: Evaluate the environmental aspects and impacts of organizational activities to set objectives and targets for improvement.
- Manage Hazardous Materials: Apply best practices for handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials in compliance with environmental regulations.
- Prepare for Environmental Audits: Develop strategies to effectively prepare for and respond to environmental compliance audits and inspections.
- Enhance Sustainability Practices: Integrate sustainable practices into business operations to minimize environmental footprints and promote corporate responsibility.
- Navigate Environmental Reporting Requirements: Understand and fulfill reporting obligations under laws like the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA).
- Address Emerging Environmental Issues: Stay informed about and respond to emerging environmental issues and regulatory changes affecting industry operations.
Target Audience
- Environmental managers, coordinators, engineers, and scientists, and other personnel from environmental as well as from health and safety and environmental departments
- corporate/project managers
- directors and officers
- facility managers
- plant superintendents
- in-house counsel
- consultants
- regulatory personnel at the federal and provincial levels
- municipal personnel responsible for environmental management, waste management, and sewage
Training Methods
This interactive Training will be highly interactive, with opportunities to advance your opinions and ideas and will include;
- Lectures
- Workshop & Work Presentation
- Case Studies and Practical Exercise
- Videos and General Discussions
Daily Agenda
Day 1: Foundations of Environmental Regulation
- Constitutional law and division of powers.
- Project assessment, approvals, and scoping.
- Provincial environmental assessment processes.
- Permitting requirements and regulatory schemes.
Day 2: Regulation of Air Quality
- Federal and provincial air quality management systems.
- Technical issues: risk assessment and abatement planning.
- Case study on air quality regulation.
Day 3: Water Quality and Waste Management
- The Fisheries Act and water resource protection.
- Provincial water quality regulations and wastewater management.
- Regulation of hazardous waste and special waste categories.
- Case studies on spills, investigations, and enforcement.
Day 4: Soil Quality and Contaminated Sites
- Soil quality guidelines and remediation criteria.
- Legislation on contaminated properties.
- Liability and remediation case studies.
Day 5: Emerging Trends and Corporate Responsibilities
- Climate change risk management and GHG protocols.
- Environmental disclosure and securities reporting.
- Aboriginal consultation requirements.
- Public consultation in regulatory processes.
Accreditation
BTS Consultant Certificate will be issued to all attendees completing minimum of 75% of the total tuition hours of the workshop.
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