- Figure 1. A typical main navigation screen
- Figure 2. Material usage input screen
- Figure 3. Report screen
ENVIRONMENTAL RECORD KEEPING, DATA
MANAGEMENT, AND REPORTING SERVICES
(or How to Simplify Your Compliance Demonstration Life)
· Introduction
Maintaining accurate records of plant operations has become increasingly important in order to demonstrate compliance with state and federal environmental rules and permits. Plant operating permit conditions frequently require continuous monitoring of air emissions and wastewater discharges. A few other examples of permit conditions that may be imposed include:
The types of records to support these requirements may include:
The problems with such record management requirements are:
The solution to the problems of managing and analyzing large amounts of data is a properly designed data management system – often PC- or mainframe/web- based – that can reduce data management costs and increase report reliability. Such systems also support engineering analyses for process modification and permit renewal applications. Environmental stewardship opportunities such as waste minimization and waste avoidance are often a bonus of formal data management techniques.
· Horizon’s Qualifications
Horizon’s air quality professionals have experience designing, developing and supporting small and large data management systems to demonstrate compliance with federal and state air quality regulations and voluntary environmental stewardship activities. Horizon professionals have developed data management systems for automotive assembly plants, steel mills, automotive parts suppliers, cement manufacturing facilities, and other various manufacturing facilities.
Depending on the complexity of the data to be managed and reported, the computer tools available or desired, and the level of sophistication desired, data management tools can be developed using:
Horizon can help determine the most cost-effective approach for our clients because we understand the science behind the technology. By working with the end user from project conception through development, rollout, and long-term support, the final product is an efficient, user-friendly tool that can grow to meet future needs.
· The Process
The typical steps to successfully organize and implement a data management project are:
· Examples
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Alternative Fuels Record Keeping – In order to reduce costs by using materials such as used-oil filters, old roofing shingles, and old tires as alternative fuels, a cement manufacturing facility obtained a permit that allows the use of alternative fuels. The permit included certain restrictions and limitations that require detailed fuel analysis for metals, heat content, and VOC levels and subsequent evaluation of constantly-changing fuel mixture combinations. Monthly and 12-month rolling emissions are reported. The Horizon solution was a Microsoft Access-based system to manage the data, generate reports, and archive original data.
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· The People
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Kenneth E. Dowell, Leader, Data Management Systems, has over 23 years experience in environmental engineering and database development experience with a major automotive manufacturer plus additional years managing air quality and meteorological studies for academic, industrial, and government clients. This experience provides expert knowledge and the ability to manage and analyze data effectively. Mr. Dowell has a strong track record in data analysis and data management projects from concept definition and design specification through training and implementation, as well as end-user support and problem resolution. Expertise and experience includes:
Mr. Dowell received a B.S. in Electrical Engineering (digital
computer design) and an M.S. in Atmospheric Sciences (meteorology), both from
Purdue University.
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Richard Phelps, CNA, has 12 years of experience managing PC Networks and workstations. He served for 7 years as Assistant Vice President of Operations for a nationwide contractor in Houston, Texas. He was responsible for development, deployment and systems administration for all PC/LAN technology within the company. He also developed numerous database applications that were used for project management, activity tracking and project estimating. In addition, he was heavily utilized as a source for training and support. He then served as a project manager, database developer and systems administrator for Inacom Information Systems in Kalamazoo. While there, he developed and enhanced database applications to provide asset management/tracking, and sales tracking for Pharmicia & Upjohn and Eaton Truck Division. He was also called upon to develop project plans and manage various information/technology projects, including network relocations, enterprise-wide software deployment, asset inventory and hardware deployment for Fortune 500 companies. Other endeavors have included work with GIS applications for a mass-mailing company in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Mr. Phelps is a Certified Network Administrator with experience in NetWare, Windows NT, Banyon and LANtastic. He has also received A+ certification through CompTia. He is in the process of obtaining his PMP-IT (Project Management Professional -Information Technology) Certification through the George Washington University and the Project Management Institute.
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