Fundación Amigos de El Yunque 40 CFR Compliance Policy

I. Introduction

Fundación Amigos de El Yunque is committed to environmental responsibility and compliance with the regulations set forth in 40 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations). This policy outlines our commitment to environmental compliance, responsibility, and the procedures in place to ensure adherence to 40 CFR requirements.

II. Environmental Compliance Officer

- Fundación Amigos de El Yunque  designates, Nancy Merlo as our Environmental Compliance Officer (ECO) responsible for overseeing environmental compliance efforts and ensuring alignment with 40 CFR regulations.

III. Training and Awareness

- All employees, volunteers, and contractors will receive training on environmental compliance relevant to their roles and responsibilities.

-Fundación Amigos de El Yunque will provide ongoing training and updates on 40 CFR regulations to ensure awareness and understanding.

IV. Record Keeping

- Fundación Amigos de El Yunque will maintain records of compliance efforts, including documentation related to 40 CFR regulations, permits, and inspections.

V. Reporting and Documentation

- Any violations, incidents, or non-compliance issues related to 40 CFR will be documented, reported, and addressed promptly.

- Fundación Amigos de El Yunque will report any required information to relevant authorities as stipulated by 40 CFR regulations.

VI. Auditing and Monitoring

- Fundación Amigos de El Yunque will conduct regular internal audits and compliance assessments to ensure adherence to 40 CFR requirements.

- Any identified non-compliance issues will be addressed promptly.

VII. Permits and Authorizations

- Fundación Amigos de El Yunque will obtain and maintain all necessary permits and authorizations required by 40 CFR for our operations.

VIII. Environmental Impact Assessments

- Fundación Amigos de El Yunque will conduct environmental impact assessments as necessary to identify and mitigate potential environmental risks and ensure compliance with 40 CFR regulations.

IX. Emergency Preparedness

-Fundación Amigos de El Yunque will maintain an emergency preparedness and response plan to address potential environmental incidents and emergencies as required by 40 CFR.

X. Continuous Improvement

- Fundación Amigos de El Yunque is committed to ongoing improvement in our environmental compliance efforts, with regular reviews and updates to this policy to reflect changing regulatory requirements.

XI. Contact Information

Nancy Merlo - Partnerships & Community Engagement : nancy@amigosdelyunque.org