Situation: Ongoing, multi-year provision of environmental compliance and maintenance services for several rail yards operated within the U.S. The activities we provided for our regular customer were driven by city and state permits and environmental best practices.
Rail Yard Long-Term Environmental Compliance Services
Services Provided:
- Biannual cleaning and maintenance of oil-water separators at numerous rail yards.
- Inspection and cleaning of fueling racks and associated catch pans to prevent leaks and ensure compliance.
- Maintenance and cleaning of on-site wastewater treatment systems.
- Annual replacement and installation of track matting to capture oil drips from idle locomotives.
- Identification and clean-up of unscheduled spills or leaks discovered during routine visits.
- Remediation and clean-up of homeless encampments and associated hazards.
- Consistent training and retraining of on-site railroad personnel to maintain environmental compliance.
Results:
- Maintained compliance with environmental regulations at all serviced locations.
- Provided ongoing feedback to railroads, identifying areas in need of attention or improvement.
- Reduced risk and frequency of environmental violations and major spills in the yards.
- Supported long-standing client relationships, over a decade of continuous service in some cases.
- Protected public and worker safety through regular clean-ups and proactive monitoring.
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