Compliance or Pollution Prevention Assistance Training Resources

The Office of Compliance Assistance and Pollution Prevention (OCAPP) conducts or help with many training events.  Please find below either information for currently available events or archives of the past events.

In addition, OCAPP made training materials for specific industrial sectors or situations.  These are grouped under the on-line training tab below.

Workshop - Safe Products, Made Safely: Tools for Businesses- May 30, 2013 - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Columbus, OH.. This day long workshop will provide a framework for evaluating the best approach and tools for your business in meeting goals to eliminate or reduce the use of toxic chemicals in products and processes throughout the supply chain. Increasingly companies are looking at the chemicals used in their products and processes with an eye to reducing their environmental impacts. Many are using green chemistry and life cycle assessment as frameworks for increasing the sustainability of their products and processes and assuring the use of safer chemicals throughout their supply chains. These businesses recognize the value and cost savings from reducing toxic inputs, including regulatory compliance, reduced liability, and meeting consumer demand for safer products. Ohio EPA is a co-sponsor of this training. Click here for more information and registration.

Credible Data Methods Training

The City of Columbus is offering the following training opportunities covering the Qualitative Habitat Evaluation Index (QHEI) and the Fish Index of Bio-integrity (IBI).   This training will be conducted by Chris Yoder and Ed Rankin, Midwest Biodiversity Institute and Ohio EPA-approved Credible Data trainers.   The training will be held at the Columbus Watershed Management Section Offices, Hoover Reservoir, 7600 Sunbury Road, Westerville, OH  43081. 

1) Qualitative Habitat Evaluation Index (QHEI) Level 2 (with ability to get QHEI Level 3) Cost:  $360 2 day training, June 3-4, 2013.

2) Fish Index of Biological Integrity (Fish IBI) Level 3 and QHEI Level 2 (with ability to get QHEI Level 3) Cost: $1,765 June 3-7, 2013.

Level 3 Fish applicants need to arrive at the training with the ability to identify Ohio fish to species level. Interested parties should contact: Elayna M. Grody, Water Protection Coordinator, emgrody@columbus.gov, (614) 645-3304.

Workshop-GreenScreen™Training September 2013, IN, and December 2013, Boston, MA. Hosted by U.S. EPA Region 5 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative partners. The GreenScreen™ for Safer Chemicals is a comparative chemical hazard screening method developed by Clean Production Action to encourage the use of greener and safer chemicals. This method is used by Washington State Department of Ecology and Hewlett-Packard to evaluate the hazards associated with specific chemicals and identify safer alternatives. Click here for more information and registration.

If you missed OCAPP's past Webinars - go to HERE to access the recorded webinars or a copy of the slides.

Webinars hosted/presented by Ohio EPA’s Office of Compliance Assistance and Pollution Prevention (OCAPP)

For small businesses (under 100 employees) that must comply with federal clean air regulations, the Clean Air Resource Center (CARC) at the Ohio Air Quality Development Authority (OAQDA) offers tax incentives and lower-cost financing assistance. This webinar will review the criteria businesses must meet to qualify for CARC financing assistance and the benefit to the business. Businesses that use CARC funding may finance the purchase and installation of air quality equipment and facilities. Frequent users of the CARC program include auto body shops and dry cleaners. Webinar presenter: Todd Nein, Interim Executive Director, Ohio Air Quality Development Authority.

To view slides from the presentation, go to: HERE

To listen to the recorded webinar, go to: HERE

This webinar is hosted by Ohio EPA for the oil and gas industry on the regulatory processes, planning, and response for inadvertent return events that may occur during horizontal directional drilling activities related to pipeline construction. The goal of the webinar is to help you and your contractors better understand the regulations, Ohio EPA’s role, and recommended best management practices in preventing and responding to an inadvertent return at your operations. Webinar topics will include: Regulatory authority of Ohio EPA for inadvertent returns; Permitting for impacts to “waters of the state”; A discussion of open cut vs. horizontal directional drilling for wetland and stream crossings; Ohio EPA emergency response actions; and Enforcement activities following inadvertent returns.



To view slides from the presentation, go to: HERE

To listen to the recorded webinar, go to: HERE

If your business generates used oil, it is important that you understand and comply with Ohio EPA’s used oil rules. This webinar will cover how to properly manage self-generated used oil. We will discuss what can be managed as a used oil, used oil container and tank management, responding to releases, shipping used oil off-site, managing used oil filters, and burning used oil in a space heater.

To view slides from the presentation, go to: HERE

To listen to the recorded webinar, go to: HERE

Ohio’s universal waste rules are a subset of Ohio’s hazardous waste rules intended to promote recycling as well as proper disposal by easing certain regulatory requirements. This webinar will cover how to properly manage self-generated fluorescent lights, used batteries, and mercury-containing devices under Ohio’s universal waste rules.

To view slides from the presentation, go to: HERE

To listen to the recorded webinar, go to: HERE

Environmental regulations are complex and determining if your business needs an air pollution permit can be confusing. If you are wondering whether your business needs an air permit, this webinar is for you. We will cover the basic steps in evaluating whether your equipment and operations need an air permit, if it is exempt, and how to get a permit if you need one. We will cover the types of permits available, including general permits, permit-by-rule options, and permits-to-install-and-operate (PTIO). Finally, we will provide tips on completing permit applications, working with your district offices, and where to get additional help.

To view slides from the presentation, go to: HERE

To listen to the recorded webinar, go to: HERE

Many businesses are not aware that OCAPP helps businesses of all sizes comply with environmental regulations and identify pollution prevention opportunities that can save money while at the same time protect the environment. During this webinar, OCAPP staff describe the free and confidential services that OCAPP offers to businesses.

To view slides from the presentation, go to: HERE

To listen to the recorded webinar, go to: HERE

Announcing ... Seventh Compliance Assistance Conference

Ohio EPA will host the Seventh Compliance Assistance Conference- May 21 & 22, 2013 Columbus, OH. Organizations will gain valuable information and contacts to help with environmental compliance responsibilities. Some of the topics include: air permitting basics and reporting; preparing for an Ohio EPA inspection; hazardous waste requirements overview; used oil and SPCC requirements; reporting when things go wrong; solid waste basics; wastewater discharge permits, new source review and Title V permitting, Ohio EPA’s enforcement process, and storm water and wetland requirements for construction. Click here for more details.

Sixth Compliance Assistance Conference: Road to Success

November 7-8, 2011

Columbus, Ohio

Ohio EPA hosted its Sixth Compliance Assistance Conference, on November 7-8, 2011 in Columbus.  Almost 350 participants attended the conference, representing a diverse group of small to large businesses, trade associations, consulting firms and government.  The two-day event included four tracks with multiple sessions covering the topics noted below.  If you were unable to attend the event, but would like to view the Powerpoint presentation materials for any of the sessions, click on the titles/links below for more information.  The presentations have been copied to a .pdf file format.  Some presentations have also been recorded.  Use the next links to view the recordings (These files are large and requires WebEx player; if you don't have it installed, you will be asked to do so).

If you would like a copy of all conference materials on CD, contact Ohio EPA’s Office of Compliance Assistance and Pollution Prevention at 800-329-7518.  For a copy of the conference agenda for the November 7-8, 2011 event, click here [PDF].

 

Baseline Sustainability Training for Ohio Businesses/Organizations

Sustainability training from the Office of Compliance Assistance & Pollution Prevention (OCAPP) that provides a review of the basic concepts of sustainability and how pollution prevention is an integral part of sustainable practices. This training is useful for businesses, other organizations and Ohio EPA staff who are interested in learning the basic concepts of sustainability.

Pollution Prevention through Water Use Reduction

Online training to promote water conservation and economic savings for Ohio businesses. This training is provided by the Office of Compliance Assistance & Pollution Prevention. The objective is to provide numerous water use reduction opportunities for Ohio manufacturers, that can lower production costs and provide benefits to Ohio’s environment.

See also: Water Use Reduction for Businesses

Utilizing Biobased Products to Enhance Economic and Environmental Performance

On-line training outlining the outstanding environmental and economic benefits from utilizing renewable biobased products. This training will emphasize the opportunities for both material substitution and possible new product designs/formulations for biobased feed stocks.

See also: Biobased Products Enhance Economic and Environmental Performance and

                Biobased Alternatives for Manufacturing Processes

Pollution Prevention Via Green Chemistry

Green Chemistry pollution prevention training from the Office of Compliance Assistance & Pollution Prevention (OCAPP) to help our staff and businesses identify pollution prevention and cost saving opportunities through Green Chemistry.

See also: Pollution Prevention by Utilizing Green Chemistry

Foundry Pollution Prevention Training

Foundry pollution prevention training from the Office of Compliance Assistance & Pollution Prevention (OCAPP) and the Division of Hazardous Waste Management to help our staff and businesses identify pollution prevention and cost saving opportunities in foundry operations.

See also: Waste and Cost Reduction Opportunities for Foundries

Introduction to Mercury Issues

This on-line training provides an introduction to mercury issues for the general public and businesses. It is meant to provide an introduction to the various forms of mercury and their health effects, identify where mercury is found, identify steps to take to reduce mercury use and provide some basic resources to further explore mercury issues.

EPA Energy Efficiency Workshop

Training to assist facility managers and our staff identify energy efficiency opportunies in manufacturing facilities. The training was provided by the Ohio Department of Development, Office of Energy Efficiency.

Laboratory Pollution Prevention Training

Laboratory sector training from the Office of Compliance Assistance & Pollution Prevention (OCAPP) and the Division of Hazardous Waste Management to help laboratory managers as well as our staff identify pollution prevention and cost saving opportunities in laboratory facilities.

See also:

Laboratory Pollution Prevention (OCAPP Fact Sheet)

Pollution Prevention Checklist for Laboratories

Pollution Prevention for Laboratories Reference Guide

Metal Finishing Pollution Prevention Training

Metal finishing sector training from the Office of Compliance Assistance & Pollution Prevention (OCAPP) and the Division of Hazardous Waste Management to help our staff and businesses identify pollution prevention and cost saving opportunities in metal finishing facilities.

Painting & Coating Pollution Prevention Training

Painting & coating training from the Office of Compliance Assistance & Pollution Prevention (OCAPP) and the Division of Hazardous Waste Management to help our staff and businesses identify pollution prevention and cost saving opportunities in coating processes.

Painting & Coating Equipment Training

A detailed training on painting & coating equipment utilization and related waste minimization opportunities.

Environmental Accounting Pollution Prevention Training

Environmental accounting training from the Office of Compliance Assistance & Pollution Prevention (OCAPP) to help our staff and businesses identify pollution prevention and cost saving opportunities through accurate identification of the true costs of wastes. This training also assists businesses in more accurately identifying the true cost savings of implementing pollution prevention projects.

Industrial Parts Cleaners & Alternative Cleaning Training

Parts cleaning and alternative cleaning training from the Office of Compliance Assistance & Pollution Prevention (OCAPP) and the Division of Hazardous Waste Management to help our staff and businesses identify pollution prevention and cost saving opportunities in cleaning processes.

Municipal Storm Water

What's New?

Have you see the latest Conservation Crusader video? It is entitled Everyone Lives In A Watershed! Do You Know Your Watershed Address? If you are interested to see it, please go to http://www.wkyc.com/weather/environment/article/250426/435/Everyone-Lives-In-A-Watershed-Do-You-Know-Your-Watershed-Address Feel free to can post this link at your website or forward it to your constituents or colleagues. If you have any questions you can contact Dorothy Farris, Program Specialist, for Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Soil and Water Resources. Her contact information: P.O. Box 477, Painesville OH 44077, OR dorothy.farris@dnr.state.oh.us OR 614.581.5953 (cell), (office) 440.350.7499 (fax), OR  www.facebook.com/ohiodnr

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Other training opportunities (also check at Great Lakes Environmental Centerhttp://urban.csuohio.edu/glefc/)

  1. Jan. 28, 2013; Richfield – Completing the MS4 Annual Report

    Click below to view presentation/handouts:
    Common Issues with Reporting and MS4 Update Jason Fyffe, Ohio EPA
    MCMs 1-3 (Public Education, Public Involvement, Illicit discharge Detection and Elimination) Dan Bogoevski, Ohio EPA
    MCMs 4-6 (Construction, Post-Construction, Good Housekeeping and Pollution Prevention) Harry Kallipolitis, Ohio EPA
    MS4 Data Management Software John Trujillo, City of Newark
    Table of Organization - Good Example

    Click below to view recorded webinar:
    Common Issues with Reporting and MS4 Update Jason Fyffe, Ohio EPA
    Annual Report Form
    MCMs 1-3 (Public Education, Public Involvement, Illicit discharge Detection and Elimination) Dan Bogoevski, Ohio EPA
    MCMs 4-6 (Construction, Post-Construction, Good Housekeeping and Pollution Prevention) Harry Kallipolitis, Ohio EPA
    Gathering and Coordinating Data for the MS4 Report Amy Mohr, City of Twinsburg
    MS4 Data Management Software John Trujillo, City of Newark
  2. Nov. 30, 2011; Columbus – Full day conference featuring Dr. Bill Hunt from North Carolina State University.
    Dec. 1, 2011; Cuyahoga Community College, Highland Hills, Ohio – Full day conference featuring Dr. Bill Hunt from North Carolina State University.
    Agenda and PowerPoint Presentations
  3. November 17, 2011 - Greening the Road: Using the Green Rating System to Evaluate Your Transportation Project   Webcast from Stormwater Magazine.
    Description of webcast.
    The webcast begins at 2:00 p.m at Ohio EPA Northeast District Office, 2110 East Aurora Road, Twinsburg, Oh 44087 - Coming soon.
  4. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Workshop for MS4s - October 5, 2011
    Agenda and PowerPoint Presentations 
  5. Storm Water Solutions for Existing Urbanized Areas: Retrofitting in NE Ohio - Sept. 8, 2011
    Handouts
  6. Pollution Prevention and Good House Keeping Workshop - June 15 and July 14, 2011
    PowerPoint Presentations and Handouts
  7. Post-Construction Practices for Public Roadway Projects Workshop - April 13, 2011
  8. Long Term Post Construction Maintenance Practices and BMP Tour - September 16, 2010 
    Handouts
  9. Best Management Practice #6 – Pollution Prevention at Municipal Garages - April 14 and May 20, 2010
    PowerPoint presentations and handouts
  10. Green Infrastructure in Northeast Ohio - November 4, 2009
  11. Developing and Implementing Effective Long Term Maintenance Programs for Post-Construction BMPs - September 30, 2009
    View On-Line Training
  12. August 5, 2009 
    University of New Hampshire Post-Construction Best Management Practices
    - Go to http://urban.csuohio.edu/glefc/training/training_materials.html
  13. June 24 , 2009 (Twinsburg, OH)
    Construction Site Inspection & Enforcement
    - View On-Line Training
    - View Construction Site Inspection Field Video
  14. Standards for Construction Site Programs: Sediment and Erosion Control for MS4s April 14, 2009
  15. Your New Municipal Storm Water Permit – What You Need to Know to Comply March 11, 2009
  16. NPDES Construction General Permit: What's Old; What's New? (NWDO) May 15, 2008
  17. Storm Water Management Plans and Expectations for MS4 Communities (SWDO) April 23, 2008
  18. Are You Ready for May 2008? Workshop #5 February 13, 2008
    Structural and Non-Structural Post Construction BMP Case Studies: Making It Work in NE Ohio (coming soon).
  19. Are You Ready for May 2008? Workshop #4 January 9, 2008
    Implementing an Effective PIPE Program
  20. Are You Ready for May 2008? Workshop #3 December 12, 2007
    Non-Structural Post-Construction BMPs from Planning and Zoning Perspectives
  21. Are You Ready for May 2008? Workshop #2 November 19, 2007
    Implementing Illicit Discharge Programs and Conducting Illicit Discharge Investigations
  22. Are You Ready for May 2008? Workshop #1 - September 20, 2007
    Pollution Prevention & Good Housekeeping for Storm Water Program Managers

Wineries and Environmental Compliance Seminar

Learn how to maintain compliance with environmental regulations and get insights on the issues faced by wineries, especially public drinking water and wastewater.

February 25, 2013 - Millersburg

February 27, 2013 - Perry

March 13, 2013 – Vermilion



Click below to view presentation/handouts:
Requirements for Small Public Water Systems Charlotte Hammar, Division of Drinking and Ground Waters
Source Water Assessment and Protection Program for Public Water Systems Using Ground Water Katherine Amey, Ph.D., Division of Drinking and Ground Waters
Wastewater Considerations for Vineyards John Schmidt, P.E., R.S., Division of Surface Water

Click below to view seminar recordings:
Requirements for Small Public Water Systems Charlotte Hammar, Division of Drinking and Ground Waters
Source Water Assessment and Protection Program for Public Water Systems Using Ground Water Katherine Amey, Ph.D., Division of Drinking and Ground Waters
Wastewater Considerations for Vineyards John Schmidt, P.E., R.S., Division of Surface Water

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE SEMINAR

February 28, 2013
at the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (North Royalton, Ohio)

Sponsored by: Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (NEORSD), Ohio Association ofMetal Finishers (OAMF), and Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA)

Topics presented in the seminar include:

  • an update of RCRA regulations for small and large quantity generators;
  • how to determine if your waste is hazardous waste;
  • manifesting wastes;
  • RCRA land disposal restrictions;
  • an introduction to the new Global Harmonization System for Hazard Communication; and
  • a review of the new Industrial Stormwater General Permit.