Pyramid Group International, Inc.

Audit of manufacturing facilities in the USA and internationally for compliance with management systems (MS), applicable regulations (Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act and RCRA) and company specific policies and procedures. Key business (licensee) contacts were established, and audit rights and processes were discussed. An initial document request list was prepared and requested ahead of the audit. Findings from previous audits and resolutions were reviewed. Details of opened and closed internal investigations or pending Code of Conduct issues were also reviewed.

Health and Safety as well as environmental (Air, Pretreatment, RCRA, FIFRA, NPDES, etc.) audits were conducted for Abbott Laboratories’ locations using the Audit Master software and company-specific auditing protocols and reporting tools. In order to ensure that the audit activities at all locations were undertaken in an environment of utmost level of objectivity, independence, ethics and integrity, the concept of “audit quality” was introduced. This ensured that all audits were executed consistently, in line with the regulatory requirements and company policies within a strong system of quality controls.

All-inclusive OSHA 30-Hour General Industry course designed to educate workers on workplace and jobsite safety. Attendees were tested after training and passing the test was a condition for the issuance of training completion certificates.

Training designed for in-house managers and legal counsel to understand the basics of water programs authorized by the Clean Water Act (CWA). Completion of course enabled attendees to determine wastewater and storm water permitting requirements, understand spill prevention, control and countermeasure planning and develop practical compliance strategies.

Administration of course for project managers and company executives to support a corporate performance improvement initiative consisting of adopting an environmental management system. The focus was on business risk management guidelines and standards used to identify, assess, and manage risks in order to achieve business objectives. Course completion enabled attendees to understand that environmental risks are integral to traditional business risks, to acquire knowledge of business risk guidelines and standards, and to apply these techniques to identify, assess, and mitigate environmental business risks and improve performance.

Development and administration of training unique to Lebanon’s Public Health statute. Training of 100+ inspectors from the Ministry of Tourism Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance. Primary goals of compliance monitoring included assessing and documenting compliance with permits and regulations and supporting the enforcement process through evidence collection, monitoring compliance with enforcement orders.

Training was established to give an intensive overview on OSHA and EPA regulations to professionals who are in managerial and supervisory positions. It included training on potential danger to the public or environment and covers the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHA), Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule, Emergency Planning & Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) and EHS compliance planning and expectations. Attendees were tested after training and feedback was solicited as part of an on-going effort to improve training.

A two-day training course geared toward pretreatment professionals. The objective of the training course was to provide the basic regulatory framework and technical considerations that support the development and implementation of pretreatment programs under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program and the Clean Water Act (CWA). The course was designed for environmental professionals responsible for implementing the Pretreatment Program at the local level, industrial dischargers, consultants, and especially individuals that are new to the program. Attendees were tested after training. Passing the test was a condition for the issuance of certificates.

Development and implementation of program to manage waste appropriately. Creation of the framework for site-specific schedules, processes and procedures to properly manage hazardous and non-hazardous solid waste. Inventory all hazardous materials and hazardous waste throughout the Park leading to a significant reduction in hazardous waste.