Location: Truganina and Bandiana
SPM is currently working with Immix, a leading metal waste management and resource recovery company, to ensure their Truganina and Bandiana facilities maintain compliance with EPA Victoria regulations. This involves a proactive approach to environmental management and a thorough understanding of the complexities of resource recovery operations.
Outline of Key Areas Where SPM is Assisting Immix
1. Development Licence Application
SPM spearheaded the preparation and submission of a comprehensive development licence application to EPA Victoria, which involved:
- Detailed Site Assessment:
- Coordinating a thorough assessment of the proposed site to evaluate potential environmental impacts, including stormwater management, noise control, and fire management.
- Waste Acceptance Criteria:
- Defining clear waste acceptance criteria to ensure only suitable waste streams are received and processed at the facility, minimizing potential environmental risks.
2. Compliance Audits
- SPM is conducting regular environmental audits of the Bandiana and Truganina facilities to identify potential EPA compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions.
- These audits include reviewing operational procedures, waste acceptance criteria, and environmental monitoring data.
3. Fire Management and Response
- SPM has provided fire and emergency management advice and support to Immix to ensure compliance with EPA requirements.
4. Notice Response
- SPM has provided expert advice and support to Immix in managing and responding to EPA Notices and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
5. Noise Management
- SPM has coordinated noise monitoring and worked with noise experts to identify and implement controls that minimize impacts on nearby residents and businesses.
6. Waste Management and Resource Recovery
- Waste Acceptance Criteria:
- SPM is helping Immix refine their waste acceptance criteria to ensure only suitable materials are processed at the facility, minimizing environmental risks.
- Resource Recovery Optimisation:
- SPM has been assisting in optimizing resource recovery processes to maximize the diversion of scrap metal from landfill and increase the production of valuable recycled materials.
7. Ongoing Support and Improvement
- Training and Awareness:
- SPM has been providing training and awareness programs to Immix staff on environmental compliance and best practices in waste management.
- Continuous Improvement:
- SPM is assisting Immix in developing and implementing environmental management systems to drive continuous improvement and ensure ongoing compliance with EPA regulations.
By providing expert advice and support, SPM is helping Immix maintain a high standard of environmental performance at their scrap metal resource recovery facilities. This ensures the facilities operate responsibly, minimize their environmental footprint, and contribute to a circular economy.
