Certified Unified Program Agencies (CUPA)

The Enforcement and Emergency Response Program (EERP) administers the technical implementation of the state's Unified Program - a consolidation of six environmental programs at the local level. EERP conducts triennial reviews of Unified Program agencies to ensure their programs are consistent statewide, conform to standards, and deliver quality environmental protection at the local level. EERP oversees the hazardous waste generator and onsite waste treatment surveillance and enforcement program carried out by local Unified Programs.

DTSC was certified, effective January 1, 2005, to be the CUPA for Imperial and Trinity Counties.

CUPA Liaison Hotline

The State Oversight and Enforcement Branch (SOEB) recognizes the need for technical assistance from DTSC in a timely and predictable fashion, and wishes to minimize the disruption any future reorganization may cause. SOEB/EERP has established a toll-free number for all CUPAs to use in order to reach a liaison. If you are a CUPA and have a question, please call our toll-free number at 1-888-988-7058.

Guidance

Hazardous Waste Generator CUPA Inspection Report, (Small Quantity Generator, SQG Sample) rev. 03/2010
Hazardous Waste Generator CUPA Inspection Report, (Large Quantity Generator, LQG Sample)
Permit by Rule Permanent Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility Inspection Checklist
Permit by Rule Temporary Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility Inspection Checklist
Unified Program Strategic Plan for Hazardous Waste Generator Program
Hazardous Waste Tank System Assessments Certification Requirements
The Eight Most Common Hazardous Waste Management Violations at Electroplating Facilities and How to Prevent or Correct Them
On-Site Tiered Permitting Flow Chart
Frequently Asked Questions

Forms

Storage Extension Application for Generators
Unified Program Consolidated Forms (UPCF) for "Business to CUPA" Reporting (on the Cal/EPA Web Site) Effective Jan 1, 2013, UPCF forms will no longer exist and will be replaced by CERS
UPA Model Application For Corrective Action Delegation Form 1447
UPA Model Application For Corrective Action Delegation Form 1447 - Interactive
UPA Model Application For Corrective Action Delegation Form 1447 - Instructions

Reports/Notices - Corrective Action Delegation

Tier 2 Level Implementation and Enforcement of Environmental Assessment and Corrective Action

LA County CUPA: Notice of Approval
Merced County CUPA: Notice of Approval
San Mateo County CUPA: Notice of Approval
Ventura County CUPA: Notice of Approval

Resources

Unified Program Training

EERP Training
DTSC supports the training needs and activities for the CUPAs, DTSC staff, industry, and the regulated community. EERP staff are members of the Unified Program Trainers Committee which is composed of state and local training coordinators, and addresses CUPA training issues. Through this committee EERP staff worked closely with the CUPAs to assess training needs and plan and coordinate CUPA training.

Unified Program Laws and Regulations

For regulations regarding the Unified Program Administration and programs, please click on the link for Cal/EPAs Unified Program Laws and Regulations.