This guidance has been prepared to assist EPA appointed environmental auditors understand the transitional provisions relating to environmental audits and auditor appointments that apply upon the commencement of the Environment Protection Act 2017 (Vic) (New Act) on 1 July 2021.

This guidance also addresses the approach EPA will take to Clean Up to the Extent Practicable (CUTEP) submissions that have not been determined by EPA by 1 July 2021.