Effective February 2, 2025, new emergency planning regulations for British Columbia businesses will replace existing emergency procedure regulations for dealing with emergencies involving hazardous substances originating inside or outside facilities.
The mandated new requirements include:
- Performance of risk assessments for all hazardous substances stored at a facility, generated at the facility, or enter the workplace because of an emergency.
- Development of a hazardous material inventory identifying substances stored on-premises.
- Development and implementation of an emergency response plan that includes, among other required elements, emergency procedures for notification, protection, and worker safety as well as a written program for training and drills.
Compliance Made Uncomplicated
Milestone’s Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Services support businesses in complying with new regulations. We offer comprehensive Reporting and Recordkeeping services and Legal Monitoring services to help you stay aware of future regulatory developments, agency policy changes, and enforcement updates related to the implementation of new rules.
With Milestone Technologies, your business stays compliant, productive, and most importantly, safe for everybody involved.
Planning
Assessing the applicability of the standard’s requirements as it applies to your organization and identify specific risk actions and guidelines.
Training & Education
Summarizing pertinent compliance obligations, helping establish best practices to maintain compliance, and tailored training sessions catered to the needs of your team.
Ongoing Support & Compliance
Assisting your organization with tailored compliance solutions that include continuous monitoring of regulatory updates and regulatory change management, external reporting and communications, and regulatory agency management.
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Why Milestone?
- Comprehensive Solutions: We offer a full suite of services tailored to your Environmental Health & Safety Services needs.
- Expertise: Our experienced team members ensure effective and efficient implementation of compliance measures.
- Customized Training: We provide tailored training sessions, catering to the unique needs of your team, available both in-person and online.
- Timely Compliance: We guarantee timely service delivery, ensuring your organization meets compliance standards as quickly as possible.
If you operate in the United States, you may also be required to comply with the latest EPA Mandate. As of May 28, 2024, qualifying facilities will be required by the EPA to develop a facility response plan for a worst-case discharge of Clean Water Act (CWA) hazardous substances or threat of such a discharge. With only 36 months left to achieve compliance read more about this mandate to see if it applies to your organization.
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