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Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

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26 tasks15 core, 11 supplemental
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Code
13-1041.01SOC 2018: 13-1041

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  1. Task 1. Determine the nature of code violations and actions to be taken, and issue written notices of violation, participating in enforcement hearings, as necessary.Core taskTask 10829Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  2. Task 2. Prepare, organize, and maintain inspection records.Core taskTask 10831Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  3. Task 3. Investigate complaints and suspected violations regarding illegal dumping, pollution, pesticides, product quality, or labeling laws.Core taskTask 10835Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  4. Task 4. Determine which sites and violation reports to investigate, and coordinate compliance and enforcement activities with other government agencies.Core taskTask 10841Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  5. Task 5. Interview individuals to determine the nature of suspected violations and to obtain evidence of violations.Core taskTask 10832Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  6. Task 6. Inform individuals and groups of pollution control regulations and inspection findings, and explain how problems can be corrected.Core taskTask 10837Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  7. Task 7. Verify that hazardous chemicals are handled, stored, and disposed of in accordance with regulations.Core taskTask 10839Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  8. Task 8. Learn and observe proper safety precautions, rules, regulations, and practices so that unsafe conditions can be recognized and proper safety protocols implemented.Core taskTask 10843Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  9. Task 9. Monitor follow-up actions in cases where violations were found, and review compliance monitoring reports.Core taskTask 10834Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  10. Task 10. Examine permits, licenses, applications, and records to ensure compliance with licensing requirements.Core taskTask 10830Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  11. Task 11. Prepare written, oral, tabular, and graphic reports summarizing requirements and regulations, including enforcement and chain of custody documentation.Core taskTask 10833Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  12. Task 12. Observe and record field conditions, gathering, interpreting, and reporting data such as flow meter readings and chemical levels.Core taskTask 10842Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  13. Task 13. Determine sampling locations and methods, and collect water or wastewater samples for analysis, preserving samples with appropriate containers and preservation methods.Core taskTask 10838Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  14. Task 14. Research and keep informed of pertinent information and developments in areas such as EPA laws and regulations.Core taskTask 10840Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  15. Task 15. Participate in the development of spill prevention programs and hazardous waste rules and regulations, and recommend corrective actions for hazardous waste problems.Core taskTask 10850Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  16. Task 16. Inspect waste pretreatment, treatment, and disposal facilities and systems for conformance to federal, state, or local regulations.Supplemental taskTask 10836Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  17. Task 17. Analyze and implement state, federal or local requirements as necessary to maintain approved pretreatment, pollution prevention, and storm water runoff programs.Supplemental taskTask 10846Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  18. Task 18. Evaluate label information for accuracy and conformance to regulatory requirements.Supplemental taskTask 10844Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  19. Task 19. Respond to questions and inquiries, such as those concerning service charges and capacity fees, or refer them to supervisors.Supplemental taskTask 10853Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  20. Task 20. Research and perform calculations related to landscape allowances, discharge volumes, production-based and alternative limits, and wastewater strength classifications, making recommendations and completing documentation.Supplemental taskTask 10849Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  21. Task 21. Perform laboratory tests on samples collected, such as analyzing the content of contaminated wastewater.Supplemental taskTask 10847Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  22. Task 22. Inform health professionals, property owners, and the public about harmful properties and related problems of water pollution and contaminated wastewater.Supplemental taskTask 10845Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  23. Task 23. Review and evaluate applications for registration of products containing dangerous materials, or for pollution control discharge permits.Supplemental taskTask 10848Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  24. Task 24. Conduct research on hazardous waste management projects to determine the magnitude of problems and treatment or disposal alternatives and costs.Supplemental taskTask 10852Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  25. Task 25. Maintain and repair materials, work sites, and equipment.Supplemental taskTask 10851Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  26. Task 26. Prepare data to calculate sewer service charges and capacity fees.Supplemental taskTask 20473Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021

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