Our solutions manage risks and help you maintain regulatory compliance.
Maximizing Audit Programs to Drive Excellence
Maintaining compliance with applicable Environmental, Health, Safety & Sustainability regulations is a minimum requirement for all organizations. But focusing solely on your legal responsibilities does not necessarily mean that EHS risks are being appropriately identified and effectively managed. Audit programs that only address compliance may overlook critical risks, allocate audit resources equally across all programs and risk profiles (from low to high EHS risks) and fail to adequately assess the most critical EHS risks at a facility. A comprehensive auditing program assures compliance, identifies EHS risk and improves the EHS culture throughout an organization, resulting in a safer workplace and well-managed environmental performance.
TRC’s certified EHS auditors work with clients to integrate regulatory requirements with non-regulatory/conformance objectives to improve the overall performance of EHS programs across an organization. We review and develop client-centric auditing programs and protocols to ensure EHS risks are properly evaluated and reported. We can train your internal auditors to develop requested findings reports and design corrective action programs to address findings at the root cause and prevent reoccurrence. When traditional compliance audit programs fail to drive change in attitudes, behaviors and culture, we look for root causes through risk-based audits, system gap assessments and analysis of existing controls.
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Overcome Compliance Challenges With TRC’s EHS Compliance Audit Practitioners
Maintaining EHS compliance should be one of your top priorities, and audits are a key pathway to achieve excellence. TRC’s EHS compliance services help construction teams, manufacturing operations, energy processors and transportation industries:
- Develop client-focused programs and protocols to increase compliance
- Train internal auditors based on our proven evaluation criteria to enhance reporting
- Design corrective action programs to address long-standing risks
- Assess system and performance gaps to identify new training opportunities
By working with TRC, you gain access to our tested practitioners who are experienced in implementing new protocols to ensure EHS compliance. One of the most important aspects of sustainable compliance programs is the ability to receive continuous feedback, and our systems will deliver real-time updates so you can make adjustments as often as necessary.
TRC has provided hundreds of integrated multi-media compliance audits for clients ranging from energy facilities, commercial operations, industrial plants, and institutional campuses to federal installations. We conduct EHS compliance and management system audits of operations to evaluate current compliance status with applicable EHS requirements, then prepare detailed reports to suit the client’s interest typically including regulatory citations, summary of the regulatory requirements, observations and findings regarding the current status of compliance and recommended corrective actions, as applicable.
Integrated EHS Auditing Solutions
With TRC, you’ll work alongside compliance assurance experts to ensure all facets of your auditing processes move in a timely, efficient and effective manner. Please contact us for more information.
Our Services Include:
- EHS compliance and risk-based audits
- EHS management system assessments
- Transportation and security audits
- Eco-efficiency audits, including waste minimization and energy audits
- Business transaction risk screening, from purchase to decommissioning operations
- Verification and assurance of sustainability data and reporting
- Supply chain audits
- Behavior-based safety program auditing
- Audit program development
- Auditor training
- Mobile Audit Platform and digital technology solutions
Mobile Audit Link for EHS Compliance Management Improves Performance
TRCs Mobile Audit Link is a digital solution for auditing – a proactive collaborative and data-driven approach that streamlines data flow from the field to program managers, allowing you to manage your EHS management systems program more effectively, with less paperwork and less effort.
EHS Management Systems Services
Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) management systems services allow
companies to improve controls, reduce risks and ensure operations conform to
applicable EHS compliance requirements and obligations. TRC’s team works with
commercial and industrial clients to seamlessly design, develop and implement the systems into the organization.
Check out our technical resource PDF to learn more about our team of tested
practitioners and how they can assist your organization with environmental, health and safety management systems.
EHS Auditing Services
Environment, health and safety (EHS) auditing provides a crucial insight into the effectiveness of an organization’s EHS processes, programs and resources. TRC has decades of experience in conducting national and international compliance audits and brings expertise in the specific regulatory jurisdictions relevant to each site.
Check out our technical resource PDF to learn more about our team of tested practitioners and how they can assist your organization with EHS auditing services.
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mars 8, 2022
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février 24, 2022
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FERC & NERC Issue Joint Report on Freeze Reliability Failures
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NERC Accelerates Additional Cold Weather Standards Changes
novembre 22, 2021
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novembre 3, 2021
On September 20, 2021 in an OSHA National News Release, OSHA published a memorandum establishing an enforcement initiative that is designed to prevent and protect employees from heat-related illnesses and death. This initiative, which develops a National Emphasis Program (NEP) on heat inspections, is an expansion of an already existing Regional Emphasis Program (REP) in OSHA’s Region VI, which covers Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas.
New Potential Compliance Standards Identified at FERC Technical Conference on Reliability
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octobre 5, 2021
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octobre 18, 2019
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TRC outlines the new R2 Guidance in Indiana
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mars 21, 2023
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A clear view and understanding of the environmental, health and safety (EHS) risks created by a business is paramount to its success and longevity.
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EPA Publishes Effluent Guidelines Program Plan 15
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The USEPA published a Final Rule making the ASTM E1527-21 Phase I ESA standard AAI compliant.
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Legacy AFFF used for firefighting are a significant source of PFAS in the environment. With current and expected regulation, many entities are looking for replacements.
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Facilities dealing with hazardous materials must prepare for extreme weather events that pose a risk to their operations and the community.
Data Requirements to Improve Statistical Decision Making
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One goal of statistics is to draw meaningful inferences but your dataset must be large enough to provide technically-defensible and robust statistics.
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octobre 4, 2022
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A Green Future for Stormwater Management
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The Executive Office of the President of the United States announced a National Emerging Contaminant Research Initiative
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NERC Proposes Implementation Guidance for PRC-019-2
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NERC has proposed implementation guidance for PRC-019-2, the standard that verifies coordination of generating unit facility or synchronous condenser voltage regulating controls, limit functions, equipment capabilities and protection system settings.
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A single, integrated enterprise wide EHS/ESG IMS can significantly improve performance and communicate progress towards organizational requirements and goals.
Regulatory Compliance Items to Consider as Part of Transactional Due Diligence
juillet 19, 2022
Performing a limited environmental regulatory review can identify potential deficiencies with the environmental management of an acquisition.
Revisions to FAC-001 and FAC-002 Submitted for FERC Approval
juillet 12, 2022
Reliability Standards FAC-001-4 and FAC-002-will resolve uncertainty regarding the meaning of “materially modify” under the currently effective standards.
What Is an ESG Strategy and How Businesses Can Create One
juillet 7, 2022
All businesses seek profits, but today’s investors and shareholders want to see businesses making efforts to make the world a better place as they generate those profits.
FERC Order No. 881-A Has Implications for NERC Compliance Programs
juin 23, 2022
Updated Order will have significant impact on NERC compliance programs related to both PRC standards and facilities ratings. Utilities should review the Order’s requirements and prepare for changes needed to remain compliant.
ESG Social Criteria
juin 22, 2022
ESG criteria involve many different factors. In this article, we look at the social aspect of ESG criteria. Contact TRC today to develop your ESG strategy!
Integrating Sustainability, Digital Connectivity and Design Optimization in Wastewater Treatment Systems
juin 20, 2022
Some organizations rarely think about water and wastewater treatment, until there is a problem. American industry depends on the ability to treat wastewater discharges while complying with regulatory standards and addressing emerging contaminants. If wastewater treatment fails, our environment is negatively impacted, and companies are exposed to shutdowns, delays and fines.
Climate Action and Environmental Justice are at the Forefront of EPA’s Strategic Plan
juin 14, 2022
The EPA issued its Fiscal Year 2022-2026 Strategic Plan. Although the strategic plans emphases often change with administrations, we can be reasonably certain that the Plan reflects priorities through 2024.
What Are ESG Ratings and How Are They Given?
juin 12, 2022
Your ESG rating can make or break your business’s attractiveness to investors. Learn more about ESG ratings and how they work with TRS Company!
Support an Integrated EHS/ESG Management System
juin 10, 2022
Décision réglementaire provisoire et règle proposée Le 29 mars 2023, l’Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) des États-Unis a proposé un Règlement national sur l’eau potable primaire (NPDWR) pour six SPFA : Valeurs proposées du Règlement national sur l’eau potable primaire (NPDWR) SPFA ComposéMCLG non exécutoire (ppt)MCL exécutoire (ppt)HBWC (ppt) SPFO Acide perfluorooctanesulfonique04N/A APFO Acide perfluorooctanoïque04N/A PFNA Acide perfluorononanoïque HI=1 HI=1 10 PFHxS Acide perfluorohexanesulfonique9 HFPO-DA (Génération X) Acide dimère d’hexafluoro-propylène10 PFBS Acide sulfonique de perfluorobutane2000 Remarques : HBWC = Concentration d’eau basée sur la santé IH = Indice de danger non cancéreux = ∑ (concentration/HBWC) LCM = Concentration maximale de contaminants MCLG = Objectif de niveau maximal de contaminants S.O. = Sans Objet ; HBWC utilisé dans le calcul HI L’EPA propose d’établir des objectifs de concentration maximale de contaminants (MCLGs) non exécutoires basés sur la santé et des niveaux maximaux de contaminants (LCM) exécutoires pour ces composés. La proposition comprend la réglementation de l’APFO et du SPFO en tant que produits chimiques individuels. Il est proposé que les quatre autres SPFA – PFNA, PFHxS, GenX et PFBS – soient réglementées à l’aide d’une approche d’indice de danger (IH). Le reste du présent billet sera axé sur l’approche HI telle que proposée. Cliquez ici pour un aperçu de la règle proposée. Les commentaires du public doivent être reçus le 30 mai 2023.
NERC’s Revised PRC-024-3 Standard for Inverter-Based Generation Effective in October 2022
mai 11, 2022
Changes to PRC-024-3 in support of inverter-based generation performance are going into effect in October of this year. Interconnection programs and documentation procedures may need to be updated in order to maintain compliance.
FERC Issues Notice of Inquiry Regarding Dynamic Line Ratings
avril 25, 2022
There are significant technical challenges involved in implementing Dynamic Line Ratings in the planning and operation of utility systems. Utilities should be prepared to modify their NERC compliance programs as necessary to address the potential introduction of DLR in their businesses.
How to Use an Integrated Approach To Manage EHS and ESG Risks
avril 20, 2022
Décision réglementaire provisoire et règle proposée Le 29 mars 2023, l’Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) des États-Unis a proposé un Règlement national sur l’eau potable primaire (NPDWR) pour six SPFA : Valeurs proposées du Règlement national sur l’eau potable primaire (NPDWR) SPFA ComposéMCLG non exécutoire (ppt)MCL exécutoire (ppt)HBWC (ppt) SPFO Acide perfluorooctanesulfonique04N/A APFO Acide perfluorooctanoïque04N/A PFNA Acide perfluorononanoïque HI=1 HI=1 10 PFHxS Acide perfluorohexanesulfonique9 HFPO-DA (Génération X) Acide dimère d’hexafluoro-propylène10 PFBS Acide sulfonique de perfluorobutane2000 Remarques : HBWC = Concentration d’eau basée sur la santé IH = Indice de danger non cancéreux = ∑ (concentration/HBWC) LCM = Concentration maximale de contaminants MCLG = Objectif de niveau maximal de contaminants S.O. = Sans Objet ; HBWC utilisé dans le calcul HI L’EPA propose d’établir des objectifs de concentration maximale de contaminants (MCLGs) non exécutoires basés sur la santé et des niveaux maximaux de contaminants (LCM) exécutoires pour ces composés. La proposition comprend la réglementation de l’APFO et du SPFO en tant que produits chimiques individuels. Il est proposé que les quatre autres SPFA – PFNA, PFHxS, GenX et PFBS – soient réglementées à l’aide d’une approche d’indice de danger (IH). Le reste du présent billet sera axé sur l’approche HI telle que proposée. Cliquez ici pour un aperçu de la règle proposée. Les commentaires du public doivent être reçus le 30 mai 2023.
Why Are ESG Frameworks Important?
avril 13, 2022
ESG standards significantly impact long-term growth, leading many companies to integrate ESG reporting into their corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies. ESG frameworks are broad and diverse, and establishing a reporting system that covers your industry’s most relevant metrics can be challenging.
EPA Coal Ash Compliance Expectations Updated
mars 28, 2022
New EPA Communications highlight new Coal Combustion Residual compliance expectations, a shift from the current program.
New NERC Guidance Supports the Implementation of Grid Forming Inverters
mars 8, 2022
NERC has issued a new report highlighting the key attributes of various inverter controls to support proper implementation and to protect reliability.
NERC Recommends Approaches for Underfrequency Load Shedding Programs
février 24, 2022
In a recently released reliability guideline, NERC recommends additional approaches for Underfrequency Load Shedding (UFLS) program design to help utilities effectively consider the effects of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs). The guidance was developed to address the accelerated transition of the power system to locally installed, decarbonized resources that depend on inverters. These new technologies introduce operational controls issues into the electric grid. UFLS data gathering and analysis methodologies may require modification to address reliability risks.
NERC and FERC Recommend Protection System Commissioning Improvements
janvier 18, 2022
Between 18 and 36 percent of reported utility misoperations were attributed to issues that could have been detected through a properly implemented PSC.
FERC & NERC Issue Joint Report on Freeze Reliability Failures
Décembre 15, 2021
The in-depth report outlines twenty-eight recommendations to address freeze reliability failures, including operating practices and recommendations for NERC standards modifications surrounding generator winterization and gas-electric coordination.
NERC Accelerates Additional Cold Weather Standards Changes
novembre 22, 2021
At its November 2021 meeting, NERC’s Board of Trustees took aggressive action to advance critical cold weather Reliability Standards. Most notably, the group approved the 2022-2024 Reliability Standards Development Plan, which prioritizes standards projects for the coming years including a resolution to include new cold weather operations, preparedness and coordination standards as high priority development projects.
OSHA’s National Emphasis Program on Heat-Related Illness and Injuries
novembre 3, 2021
On September 20, 2021 in an OSHA National News Release, OSHA published a memorandum establishing an enforcement initiative that is designed to prevent and protect employees from heat-related illnesses and death. This initiative, which develops a National Emphasis Program (NEP) on heat inspections, is an expansion of an already existing Regional Emphasis Program (REP) in OSHA’s Region VI, which covers Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas.
New Potential Compliance Standards Identified at FERC Technical Conference on Reliability
octobre 18, 2021
With a focus on the reliability impact of extreme weather and the shortcomings of current system planning approaches, both NERC and FERC conference participants opened the door to potential forthcoming compliance standard enhancements or changes.
NJDEP Implements New Jersey Environmental Justice Law Through Administrative Order
octobre 5, 2021
On September 22, 2021, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Commissioner announced the issuance of Administrative Order (AO) No. 2021-25 to implement New Jersey’s Environmental Justice (EJ) Law. This order is effective immediately, and applicants seeking to site new major source facilities, renew major source permits or expand existing facilities with major source permits (e.g., Title V air permits) in overburdened communities are affected. There are more than 4.5 million people that live within 331 municipalities that are overburdened communities in the state of New Jersey.
OSHA Returns to In-Person Inspections As COVID-19 Restrictions Lift
août 4, 2021
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is authorized by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSH Act) to assure employers provide safe and healthful work conditions free of recognized hazards and by setting and enforcing standards and providing training, outreach, education and technical assistance. OSHA has recently announced the return to in-person inspections as COVID-19 restrictions begin to lift.
TRC and T.D. Williamson Partner to Provide Safe, Innovative and Cost-Saving Services to Pipeline Operators
juillet 18, 2021
TRC is teaming with T.D. Williamson to help oil and gas clients navigate the compliance issues surrounding PHMSA’s upcoming Gas Mega Rule.
NERC Proposes Revisions to CIP-008
mars 27, 2021
NERC’s CIP-008 standard aims to mitigate reliability risks resulting from a Cyber Security Incident by specifying incident response requirements. Newly proposed revisions would augment mandatory reporting to include incidents that compromise, or attempt to compromise, a utility’s Electronic Security Perimeter (ESP) or associated Electronic Access Control or Monitoring Systems (EACMS).
EPA continues to aggressively address PFAS wastewater with two new strategies
janvier 4, 2021
EPA takes steps toward PFAS wastewater and storm water permitting, and analytical methods for testing.
Ecological Risk of PFAS from AFFF-Impacted Sites
juin 30, 2020
The facts on evaluating exposure to wildlife
INGAA Foundation Elects TRC’s Lauren O’Donnell as Chair
février 5, 2020
The board of directors of the INGAA Foundation elected Lauren O’Donnell as its chair for a one-year term.
TRC and Environmental Partners, Inc. (EPI) have entered into definitive agreement for the sale of EPI’s business
novembre 25, 2019
TRC and Environmental Partners, Inc. (EPI) have entered into definitive agreement for the sale of EPI’s business
Targeting Perfection in the Construction and Operation of Pipelines
octobre 18, 2019
To have an impact on the delivery or operation of a pipeline, it’s vital to eliminate the intra- and inter-company barriers, including those in the areas of communications, culture and technology.
How Much Does Operator Qualification Matter for In-Line Inspection of Pipelines?
octobre 9, 2019
Successful pipeline inspectors and analysts need more than just the right certifications. Even more important is proper experience and on-the-job training.
PHMSA Publishes New Rules to Increase the Safety of Hazardous Liquid Pipelines and Gas Transmission Pipelines
septembre 25, 2019
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration this week published important new rules aimed at improving pipeline safety.
NERC Calls for New Approach to Reliability Planning Due to Gas Supply Disruption Risks
Décembre 14, 2017
A recently published NERC report concludes that as reliance on natural gas to meet electric generation requirements increases, additional planning and operational measures must be considered to mitigate power system reliability risks.
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