Enforcement Procedures
Objective: This course provides an overview of the legal and practical aspects of the inspector's job, with focus on preparing for and participating in administrative hearings.
Duration: 3 days
Agenda
Responsibilities of Inspectors
Conducting Inspections
Professional Attitudes/Judgment
Preparing for Inspections
Permit Review
Equipment/Supply Checklist
Writing Reports
Enforcement Actions
Inspection
Administrative Review/Hearings
Penalty Assessment
Alternative Enforcement Actions
Individual Civil Penalty
Injunction
Criminal Action
Permit Denial/Applicator Violator System
Potential Liability of Inspectors
General Liability
Sovereign/Governmental Immunity
Conflict of Interest
Administrative & Judicial Proceedings
Administrative Hearings
Judicial Review
Rules of Evidence
Service
Attorney/Inspector Relationship
Preparation of Notices of Violation and Cessation Orders
Administrative Law
Mock Inspection and Enforcement Action
Development of Evidence
Preparation of Testimony
Mock Administrative Proceeding
Giving Testimony
Interpreting Evidence
Cross-examination
Hearing Analysis
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Inspectors and assessment specialists; permit reviewers, bonding specialists, program managers, new attorneys, and others who need an understanding of the enforcement program.
COMMENTS: At least 6 months on a regulatory program staff is recommended.
National Technical Training Program: (202) 208-2769