1732: Consumption advice for recreationally harvested waterfowl

This fact sheet contains precautionary advice which has been issued following further testing of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) concentrations across Victorian wetlands, including...

1695.1: Assessing and controlling risk: A guide for business

This guide provides businesses with a risk management framework that can be applied to help prevent harm to human health and the environment. Its principles can be applied to businesses of any size...

EPA Governance Charter

This Charter describes the governance arrangements of Environment Protection Authority Victoria. It is a key governance policy document which articulates the operating context and the roles...

1729: Midfield protein recovery plant works approval decision

Midfield Meat Processing Pty Ltd (Midfield) has proposed construction of a new high-standard protein recovery plant (PRP) adjacent to the existing abattoir located at 24 Scott Street, Warrnambool...

1710: Guide for managing contamination at shooting ranges

EPA supports owners and operators of outdoor shooting ranges to prevent harm to human health and the environment and ensure the longevity of these valuable community sports. This guide provides...

1728: Epping and Campbellfield chemical storage

Chemical storage containers were found during inspections of industrial sites at Epping and Campbellfield on 28 December 2018. Inspections detected evidence of leakage, strong fumes and a potential...

1726: Incident air monitoring

EPA’s incident air monitoring is conducted using portable air monitoring equipment that can be deployed by both EPA staff and SES volunteers during a major air pollution incident. It provides up-to-...

1722: Firewater run-off

During a fire, large volumes of water, either on its own, or mixed with foams or fire retardants, can be used to put the fire out. Often, this firewater can find its way to local waterways and impact...

1725: Ash and water tanks

Smoke consists of particles that weren’t burnt completely. When the particles fall from the air, they collect on surfaces as soot and ash. This fact sheet contains information about ash and water...

1723: Industrial fires

During an industrial fire, EPA’s role is to provide support to emergency response agencies. This fact sheet contains information about industrial fires and how to protect your health in the event of a...