Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, S18 2XN

1. Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, S18 2XN T: 01246 418913 F: 01246 418912 E: info@em-solutions.co.uk “ your environment is our business “ Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

2. Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd • Rebecca Chapman & Peter Spink • Over 25 cumulative years of experience working in the environmental sector • Environmental specialists in: • Consultancy • Monitoring • Training Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

3. Did you know … • It is a criminal offence to discharge any kind of process effluent to drains without a consent ? • It is illegal to burn any kind of waste material without a licence ? • There is a Duty of Care on all of us to take reasonable steps to prevent pollution from our activities ! • Polluters can be arrested, fined up to £50,000 plus costs and even face prison sentences ! Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

4. UK business at risk … • Recent research by City & Guilds has shown that: • 46% of SME’s are not aware of the environmental legislation applicable to their activities ! • 1 in 7 of these do not understand that failure to comply can result in prosecution, heavy fines and even prison terms ! • Almost 1 in 10 do not consult anyone to seek advice on how to comply with environmental legislation ! Source: City & Guilds 2006 Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

5. The Environment Agency • The Environment Agency enforce environmental legislation in the UK. • They have the power to prosecute and can even shut you down ! “… SME’s account for 80% of pollution incidents in the UK … in-depth training is vital to ensure companies keep a competitive edge and improve their efficiency …” Source: Environment Agency Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

6. Recent prosecutions … • Sevalco was ordered to pay £310,000 after it released significant levels of cyanide into the Severn estuary ! • Grosvenor Waste Management Ltd were fined £55,000 for illegally exporting household waste overseas ! • Robinson Webster Holdings Ltd was fined £11,498 for failing to take responsibility for its packaging waste ! Source: Environment Agency Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

7. Examples of bad practice … • Incorrect segregation and disposal of waste … • Skip is not secure and is contaminated with fluorescent light tubes and misc. electrical waste (WEEE). • Breach of: Duty of Care Regs. Hazardous Waste Regs. WEEE Regs. Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

8. Examples of bad practice … • Unidentified and unsecured scrap metal skip … • Rainwater enters the skip resulting in contaminated leachate (oil & solvent), which appears to be entering the site surface water drains. • Breach of: Duty of Care Regs. Hazardous Waste Regs. Water Resources Act Ground Water Regs. Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

9. Examples of bad practice … • Storage of hazardous waste oils & solvents on site … • No secondary containment systems in place (bund / sump). Storage of waste may require a Waste Management License or exemption. • Breach of: Duty of Care Regs. Water Resources Act Ground Water Regs. Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

10. Environmental Review … • Assesses the environmental aspects and associated impacts of site / organisation activities. • Identifies environmental legislation applicable to environmental aspects / impacts. • Identifies positive and negative practice on site and highlights potential breaches of environmental legislation. Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

11. Environmental Review … • The environmental review evaluates the following aspects: • Waste Management and the ‘Duty of Care’. • Discharges to Water (surface and foul). • Oil and Chemical Storage On Site. • Transport. • Utilities Management (gas, electricity and water consumption). • Supply Chain Management. • Emissions to Air. • Noise, Odour and Dust. • Emergency Preparedness and Response. • Environmental Training. • Contractors. • Other Environmental Issues. • Any issues of non-compliance / potential non-compliance with legal / policy requirements are identified during the course of the review. • Suggestions are made to rectify issues of non-compliance/ potential non-compliance. Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

12. Benefits of an Environmental Review • Identifies the environmental aspects and impacts of site activities ! • Identifies legislation applicable to environmental aspects and impacts ! • Highlights areas of potential non-compliance with environmental legislation ! • Suggests initiatives to ensure legal compliance ! Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

13. Client feedback … “… The audit and subsequent training provided by EMS has helped to raise awareness and increase confidence among our current line managers …” “… Following the training by EMS we have completed a full site environmental awareness audit which has led to improvements to our spillage response procedures and raised awareness at all levels about our environmental responsibilities ...” Peter Harrison Safety, Health & Environmental Manager Akzo Nobel Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

14. Client feedback … “… EMS proved to be essential in assisting DHL Air Ltd to develop an Environmental System capable of achieving and maintaining ISO14001 accreditation …” Phil Greetham Ground Operations Manager DHL Air (UK) Ltd Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

15. Client feedback … “… EMS Ltd have continued to provide an excellent service and have presented various solutions in order for Tann UK not only to achieve ISO 14001 accreditation, but also to ensure that Tann UK meet and maintain total legal and statutory compliance … “ “… I would fully recommend that companies engage in the services provided by EMS Ltd …” Mr Paul Jenner Quality & Environmental Manager Tann UK Ltd Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

16. Environmental services with EMS Ltd … • EMS Ltd offers the following range of environmental services: • Consultancy: • Legislation Compliance. • Permit & Licence Applications. • Waste & Utilities Management. • ISO14001 & EMAS Environmental Management Systems. • Training: • Bespoke packages. • CIEH accredited 1 day and 4 day courses. • Environmental Management NVQ’s level 2, 3 & 4. • Monitoring: • Trade effluent, flow surveys & emissions monitoring. Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk

17. Any Questions ? Environmental Monitoring Solutions Ltd Callywhite Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XN Tel: 01246 418913 Fax: 01246 418912 Web: www.em-solutions.co.uk