Operational experience. Practical solutions.
Responding to a notice isn't just about paperwork — it's about fixing the operational cause, which is exactly the part our experience is built for.
Have you been visited by EPA Victoria, or received a notice?
Have you been visited by EPA Victoria officers and you're not sure what to do next? Have you received an EPA improvement notice, infringement notice, or fine?
We can help.
How CRA can help
We have extensive experience helping clients respond to EPA notices. Every notice is written specifically for your site and activity, and it's vital to understand exactly why it was issued and what's required in response.
Having an ally who understands the process — and can help guide your response — is a huge advantage, and can help you avoid additional pitfalls and penalties.
Our operational experience helps us understand your business, which in turn lets us help design robust, effective controls that fix the underlying cause of the notice.
We can advise on how to respond to EPA Victoria and help draft that response for you.
Beyond that, we can help design improved processes and develop the documentation needed to comply with the notice — and to prevent further ones.
EPA Notices — A Quick Summary
The statutory remedial tools most commonly used by EPA Victoria include:
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Improvement Notices
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Prohibition Notices
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Environmental Action Notices
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Notices to Investigate
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Waste Abatement Notices
What to do if you receive an EPA notice
STEP 01
Don't ignore it
Ignoring it won't make it go away — like a speeding fine, it will only make things worse.
STEP 02
Act fast
Read it carefully to understand what's required. EPA notices are often wordy but very descriptive. Notices frequently arrive as drafts first — an excellent window to review requirements and seek help if you're unsure.
STEP 03
Get help
If you're not sure how to respond, or what needs to be done, get in touch for a no-obligation chat about what it means and how we could help.
STEP 04
Take action early
Some documentation or rectification work takes time to develop, so starting early matters.
STEP 05
Watch the deadlines
EPA notices always include deadlines for submitting information or completing tasks. Meeting them is essential to avoid further action.