Program Information and Tier Criteria

Because different companies have different business plans, needs, and capabilities, the MAPS four tier approach guides companies through a tailor-made EMS to fit each plant's specific needs. Tier 1 starts with a basic environmental policy statement and environmental compliance criteria. Tier 2 incorporates a complete EMS model developed in conjunction with EPA. Tier 3 builds on the momentum of the previous tiers and progresses with the addition of "checks and balances" to the process. Tier 4 culminates with an ISO 14001 EMS – EPA’s highest level of environmental management. Each AMI member can choose the tier or degrees of complexity that works best for their company or plant.

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Program Information and Tier Criteria

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Full Environmental Program Document

Introduction

• Tier I

  Commitment of upper management
  Develop a core EMS team
  Develop and adopt environmental policy
  Develop business case
  Adopt AMI model pollution prevention plan
  Adopt AMI model emergency response plan
  Adopt AMI model preventative maintenance plan
  Adopt AMI model internal communication plan
  Monitor and record water/utility use, wastewater discharge, air emissions and hazardous/solid waste generation rates

• Tier II

  Meet Tier 1 Criteria
  Expand EMS team
  Conduct gap analysis
  Adopt 5-9 Environmental Practices
  Identify and prioritize environmental aspects and impacts
  Develop and implement external communication plan

• Tier III

  Meet Tier 1 and 2 Criteria
  Complete “Plan, Do, Check, Act” components
  Establish Objectives and Targets
  Educate at least one additional facility about EMS program and encourage participation

• Tier IV

  Complete Tier 1, 2 and 3 criteria
  Complete Auditing Cycle and Certification checklist
  ISO 14001

Appendices:

Appendix A: Additional Source of Information and Contacts

Appendix B: Environmental Requirements Checklist

Appendix C: Sample Operations and Maintenance Plan

Appendix D: Sample List of Potential Incidents

Appendix E: Environmental Regulations and Situations Requiring Response Plans

Appendix F: Emergency Preparedness and Response Review and Test Report

Appendix G: Monitoring and Recording Template

Appendix H: EMS Gap Analysis and Checklist

Appendix I: Gantt Chart for EMS Implementation

Appendix J: Sample Aspect Identification Form

Appendix K: Sample Form for Identification and Significance Determination of Environmental Aspects and Linking Objectives and Targets

Appendix L: Sample Management Program Form

Appendix M: Sample Training Matrix

Appendix N: Internal Assessment Records

Appendix O: Corrective Action Form

Appendix P: EMS Program Measurement Criteria Form

Appendix Q: Management Review Record

Appendix R: Environmental Objectives