Did You ISSUE # 4 (April/May-1999) Federal Facilities Factsheet EPA - REGION 6, 6EN-XP - 1445 Ross Avenue - Dallas, Texas 75202-2733 ^Web_Site^wwWjegajgov^arthlr6/6en^g/enxg4bjhtm The Yellow Book: Guide to Environmental Enforcement and Compliance at Federal Facilities Since its inception, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has relied on a strong, aggressive enforcement program as the centerpiece of its efforts to ensure compliance with natural environmental laws. This approach has not only served the nation well, it has created a culture of environmental compliance that is unsurpassed in the world. Federal agencies, just like private parties, are required to comply with all environmental requirements. EPA's goal is for Federal facilities compliance with environmental requirements to equal or surpass other regulated entities and that Federal facilities lead the way in environmental performance. To assist Federal agencies in meeting mandated requirements under various laws and Executive Orders, EPA has developed this Guide to Environmental Enforcement and Compliance at Federal Facilities (February 1999), commonly known as The Yellow Book, to serve as a road- map for Federal agency compliance. The Yellow Book's primary purpose is to provide field level personnel with environmental responsibilities at Federal facilities with a comprehensive informational tool to both heM) them comply with environmental requirements and to understand the enforcement and compliance process used by EPA at Federal facilities. Copies of this document can be obtained through the internet at the following addresses: FFEO Website: htti)://www.ei)a.gov/oeca/fedfac/fflex.html NOTE: Starting in June, issues of "Did You Know" will be available through the Region 6 Federal facilities website* James L. Colon - May 19' ------- |