Environmental Due Diligence Audit Checklist

In this task, review the available property documents to gather information about the property. These documents may include titles, deeds, leases, or permits. Understand the property's legal ownership and any restrictions on its use. This information will help assess the potential risks and liabilities associated with the property and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. What documents have you reviewed?

Dive into the property's history and uncover its prior uses. Research any past activities or operations that could have potentially caused environmental contamination. This knowledge is crucial for evaluating potential risks, liabilities, and compliance requirements. What are the property's known prior uses?

Assess the completeness of the documents provided for the environmental due diligence audit. Check if any crucial information or required documents are missing. Incomplete documentation can hinder the accuracy and effectiveness of the assessment. Have you identified any missing documents?

Visit the property site and perform a thorough visual inspection. Observe the physical condition of the property, including buildings, structures, equipment, and storage areas. Identifying visible signs of potential environmental risks is essential for a comprehensive assessment. What did you observe during the site visit?

Document your observations from the site visit and capture photographs of any recognizable environmental conditions or potential hazards. These images will serve as visual evidence and support the assessment process. What environmental conditions did you document and photograph?

Review and approve the preliminary findings from the site inspection. Ensure the information gathered aligns with the expected results. This approval signifies that the initial assessment stage is complete and moves the process forward. Have the preliminary site inspection findings been reviewed and approved?

Engage in interviews with the property owners, operators, or occupants to gain additional insight into the property's history, operational practices, and potential environmental concerns. These conversations can provide valuable information to supplement the assessment. Who did you interview during this process?

Perform a comprehensive review of environmental databases to identify any recorded environmental issues associated with the property or neighboring sites. These databases contain valuable information that can influence the assessment process. Which environmental databases have you reviewed?

Identify the surrounding properties of the subject property and gather relevant information about them. Understanding neighboring activities and potential risks can provide a more complete picture of the property's environmental context. What are the surrounding properties and their associated information?

Assess the potential liability associated with the property based on the gathered information. Consider factors such as contamination, regulatory violations, or legal disputes that could result in financial or legal consequences. What potential liabilities have you identified?

Engage in a discussion with a Senior Environmental Specialist to review and analyze the findings from the assessment. Their expertise and guidance can help validate the conclusions and identify any additional considerations. What are the key findings you discussed with the Senior Environmental Specialist?

Compile all the findings, observations, and conclusions into a comprehensive Phase I Environmental Site Assessment report. This report serves as a formal document that presents the results of the assessment, including potential risks, recommendations, and next steps. What is the current progress with the Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Report?

Perform a thorough quality control review of the Phase I Environmental Site Assessment report. Check for accuracy, clarity, and compliance with industry standards. This review ensures that the report is reliable and meets the required quality standards. Have you conducted a quality control review of the report?

Submit the finalized Phase I Environmental Site Assessment report to the client for their review and feedback. This step marks the completion of the report and initiates the client's involvement in the process. Has the report been submitted for client review?

Engage in a discussion with the client to present the Phase I Environmental Site Assessment report and discuss its findings, recommendations, and potential next steps. Address any questions or concerns the client may have and provide clarification as needed. What discussions were held with the client regarding the report and its findings?

Based on the findings and recommendations in the Phase I Environmental Site Assessment report, identify the necessary improvements and remediation measures to address any identified risks or issues. These actions aim to mitigate potential environmental liabilities and ensure compliance. What are the necessary improvements and remediation measures identified?

Define and establish realistic timelines and estimated costs for implementing the necessary improvements and remediation measures. This step helps in planning and budgeting the actions required to mitigate potential risks and address environmental concerns. What are the timelines and estimated costs for the necessary actions?

Document the agreed-upon actions, including the necessary improvements, remediation measures, timelines, and costs. Schedule a follow-up review to monitor the progress and verify the implementation of the agreed actions. How have you documented the agreed actions and scheduled the follow-up review?