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:
Hazardous Materials Business Plan
Learn about the HMBP program ensuring compliance and safety in handling hazardous materials in Ventura County.
Hazardous Waste / Tiered Permit
Ensure proper management of hazardous waste for public safety and environmental protection in Ventura County.
Underground Storage Tanks
Regulate and ensure the safe installation, operation, and closure of underground storage tanks in Ventura County.
California Environmental Reporting System
Report hazardous materials and waste documents electronically via California Environmental Reporting System.
California Accidental Release Program
Manage Ventura County's CalARP compliance to reduce industrial hazards & ensure public safety. Learn more.
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
- CERS Information – California Environmental Reporting System – CalEPA
- List of Permitted CUPA Facilities
- Hazardous Materials Program (CUPA)
- Other Regulatory Links
Ventura County CUPA Contacts
Manager
Rick Bandelin
805- 654-2815
Rick.Bandelin@ventura.org
Supervisor
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
