You need to engage an EPA-appointed environmental auditor to conduct:
You may also need an auditor to undertake other functions under the Environment Protection Act 2017 and Environment Protection Regulations 2021.
Environmental auditors are appointed by us, but they are independent. They have a duty of care to the environment and to Victorians. This includes to their clients.
You can find an EPA-appointed environmental auditor on our public register.
What to consider
When choosing an environmental auditor, consider:
- the purpose of the environmental audit
- any previous assessment or remedial work undertaken (this may limit your choice of environmental auditor because of conflict of interest)
- any PRSAs or environmental audits for similar sites in the area (environmental auditors who know the area may develop a better scope of work)
- your need for detailed cost estimates.
Get quotes for the work the environmental auditor needs to undertake. Make sure there’s a clear description of the work’s scope.
Make clear the processes for:
- doing any extra work in the contract
- managing the project during any delays.
Environmental auditors and consultants
Environmental auditors often work with environmental consultants who have expertise in environmental science or engineering. While consultants cannot conduct environmental audits or PRSAs, they can:
- perform assessments
- undertake studies
- conduct clean-up for contaminated sites.
An environmental auditor can review the work of the environmental consultant. This may include:
- collecting and testing samples
- conducting data modelling or analysis
- preparing an assessment report or other report.
Concerns about an environmental auditor
If you have concerns about an EPA-appointed environmental auditor’s performance, you can contact us.
For more information about the role of environmental auditors, visit Our role in the environmental audit system.
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