OUR SERVICES
Compliance Audits & EMPr
Independent environmental compliance auditing and Environmental Management Programme development.
OVERVIEW
Compliance Audits & EMPr
Environmental compliance auditing and EMPr management are critical for maintaining good standing with regulatory authorities and avoiding costly enforcement actions. Greenmined Environmental provides independent, thorough compliance auditing services and develops robust Environmental Management Programmes.
Our compliance team applies a systematic audit methodology that evaluates performance against all applicable authorisation conditions, EMPr commitments, and regulatory requirements. We deliver clear, actionable audit reports that identify non-compliances and provide practical corrective action recommendations.
OUR PROCESS
How We Deliver
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Audit Scoping
Review of all applicable authorisations, licences, and EMPr conditions to define the audit scope and criteria.
02
Desktop Review
Analysis of monitoring data, compliance records, and previous audit findings to identify focus areas.
03
Site Inspection
Comprehensive site inspection by experienced environmental auditors, including photographic evidence and field observations.
04
Stakeholder Interviews
Interviews with key operational and environmental personnel to assess compliance management systems.
05
Audit Report
Preparation of a detailed audit report documenting findings, non-compliances, and recommended corrective actions with timeframes.
06
Follow-Up Support
Support for implementation of corrective actions and preparation for follow-up regulatory inspections.
KEY BENEFITS
What You Gain
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Independent verification of environmental compliance status
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Early identification of non-compliances before regulatory inspection
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Clear corrective action plans with practical recommendations
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Reduced risk of enforcement action and penalties
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Improved environmental management systems and procedures
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Preparation for regulatory audits and inspections
REGULATORY CONTEXT
Relevant Legislation
National Environmental Management Act (NEMA), 1998
EIA Regulations, 2014 — Regulation 34 (EMPr Auditing)
Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (MPRDA), 2002
National Water Act (NWA), 1998
EMPr and Environmental Authorisation Conditions
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
How often must compliance audits be conducted?
Under Regulation 34 of the EIA Regulations, EMPr compliance audits must be conducted at intervals specified in the EMPr or environmental authorisation, typically every 1-5 years depending on the project.
Can you develop new EMPrs?
Yes. We develop comprehensive EMPrs for new authorisations and prepare EMPr amendments for changes in project scope, operations, or regulatory requirements.
What happens if non-compliances are found?
We provide clear corrective action recommendations with implementation timeframes. Our team can also support the implementation of corrective actions and liaise with regulatory authorities where required.
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