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CUPA - Certified Unified Program Agency

The Ventura County Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA), or Hazardous Materials Program, provides regulatory oversight for six environmental programs. Click the individual program boxes below for more information and guidance documents:

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Hazardous Materials Business Plan

Learn about the HMBP program ensuring compliance and safety in handling hazardous materials in Ventura County.

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Hazardous Waste / Tiered Permit

Ensure proper management of hazardous waste for public safety and environmental protection in Ventura County.

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Underground Storage Tanks

Regulate and ensure the safe installation, operation, and closure of underground storage tanks in Ventura County.

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California Environmental Reporting System

Report hazardous materials and waste documents electronically via California Environmental Reporting System.

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California Accidental Release Program

Manage Ventura County's CalARP compliance to reduce industrial hazards & ensure public safety. Learn more.

White aboveground storage tank with safety labels surrounded by yellow bollards in a field.

Aboveground Storage Tanks

Protect public health and the environment by regulating aboveground petroleum storage in Ventura County.

The Ventura County CUPA implements State and Federal laws and regulations, County ordinance code, and local policies for the above programs. Compliance is achieved through routine and follow-up inspections, educational guidance, and enforcement actions. The CUPA is also involved with hazardous materials emergency response, investigation of illegal hazardous waste disposal, and public complaints.

Online Records
Hazardous Materials CUPA Program Forms
CUPA Contact Information
File a Complaint

The City of Ventura Fire Department is a Participating Agency (PA) that implements the Hazardous Materials Business Plan, Aboveground Petroleum Storage, CalARP, and Underground Storage Tank programs within their City’s jurisdiction. The Oxnard City Fire Department (Oxnard CUPA) implements all six CUPA programs within their City’s jurisdiction.

Hazardous Materials Emergency - Call 911

Links and Bulletins

Ventura County CUPA Contacts

Manager

Rick Bandelin
(805) 654-2815
Rick.Bandelin@ventura.org

Supervisor

Matthew Madison
(805) 654-2435
Matthew.Madison@ventura.org

Luis Romero           
(805) 654-2823           
LuisJ.Romero@ventura.org  

City Regulatory Contacts

Oxnard CUPA

(805) 385-7722
cupa@oxnard.org

Ventura PA

Brett Reed
(805) 320-8337
BReed@cityofventura.ca.gov

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