We proudly serve a broad spectrum of clients across diverse sectors, including architecture and engineering, k–12 and higher education, construction and development, state and local government, transportation and infrastructure, energy and utilities, healthcare and life sciences, manufacturing and industrial, retail and commercial real estate, financial services, ports, logistics, and property management. Panacea’s team of seasoned professionals brings a proven track record of successfully executing hundreds of projects, consistently delivering cost-effective, safety-first solutions tailored to each project’s unique demands.
Sector: Insurance | Location: Boston, MA Evaluated an insurance companies Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions quantification methodology, compared GHG emission quantification and reporting practices for a select subset of relevant industry peers with a summary of recommendations for GHG emissions calculations, verification, establishment of a base reporting year, and setting emissions reductions goals and reporting. After…
Sector: Power & Utilities | Location: NV, CA Verified two (2) electrical transmission facility GHG Emissions Data Reports for a wholesale electricity marketing administration. The two facilities report power, sales, and sulfur hexafluoride SF6 emissions from electrical equipment separately. SNR had a total of 2,882,423 megawatt hours (MWh) of California total retail sales, 21,270 MWh…
Sector: Power & Utilities | Location: Throughout CA Conducted a 5-year Risk Management Plan (RMP) review/update at five (5) separate natural gas-fired power plants located in Vacaville, Escondido, San Diego, and Firebaugh (2), California. The services included a review and update of hazard reviews, and an offsite consequence analysis using Areal Locations of Hazardous Atmospheres…
Sector: Manufacturing | Location: Temecula and San Diego, CA Conducted an environmental, health and safety compliance audit for a windows manufacturer located in Temecula, CA and a hot tub manufacturer located in San Diego, CA. Assessed the environmental, health and safety regulatory compliance status at each facility. The services included pre-audit planning, an audit kick-off…
Sector: Manufacturing | Location: Throughout Western U.S. Conducted multi-media compliance audits at several facilities for a manufacturer and distributor of atmospheric gases, carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide, ammonia, process chemicals and specialty gases to evaluate and report the compliance status of the facility operations with applicable Federal, State, and local air quality, hazardous materials, hazardous waste,…
Sector: Manufacturing | Location: NC, MD, OH, PA, VA Developed and submitted the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) Form U to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for eight facilities involved in the manufacture of slurry, asphalt, and sealant products. Reporting was required due to production volumes exceeding the TSCA threshold—typically 25,000 pounds…
Sector: Commercial Real Estate | Location: Throughout U.S. Developed a comprehensive compliance matrix outlining applicable federal and state environmental regulatory requirements for each state in which the landscaping company operates. The matrix detailed required permits, plans, reports, and training obligations across key program areas, including hazardous waste, hazardous materials, stormwater, aboveground and underground storage tanks…
Sector: Government and Municipality | Location: Alameda, CA Conducted a comprehensive multi-media environmental, health and safety compliance audit at a municipal water district to evaluate and report the compliance status of the facility operations with applicable Federal, State, and local environmental, health and safety laws and regulations. The audit included a pre-audit review of permits,…
Sector: Oil and Gas | Location: El Segundo and Richmond, CA Led a comprehensive survey of fixed ladders, cages, wells, swing gates, and drop bars at 2 oil refineries in California to evaluate compliance with OSHA’s final rule on Walking-Working Surfaces and Fall Protection Standards (29 CFR 1910 Subpart D). The scope of work included:…
Sector: Insurance | Location: Throughout U.S. Conducted periodic safety inspections of commercial tenant improvement projects on behalf of an insurance company to ensure compliance with applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) construction standards. The scope of work included: Performed unannounced weekly safety inspections using a standardized hazard assessment checklist to evaluate compliance with relevant…
Sector: Industrial | Location: Los Angeles, CA Conducted a noise exposure assessment at an industrial metals fabrication facility to evaluate employee noise exposures experienced during annealing line, rolling mill, slitting line, tension leveler, packaging, water treatment, and laboratory operations and to determine compliance with applicable Federal, State regulations and industry guidelines. Seven (7) employees were…
Sector: Transportation | Location: Carson, CA Conducted a noise exposure survey to evaluate employee noise exposures experienced during unloading of ethanol at a storage and distribution terminal and to determine compliance with applicable Federal, State regulations and industry guidelines. Five employees were monitored for noise exposure during their work shift. A report was prepared and…
Sector: K-12 and Higher Education | Location: Corona and Jurupa Valley, CA In support of a large community college district acquisition of two redevelopment sites, the Inland Empire Technical Trade Center in Jurupa Valley and the Corona Education Center in Corona, Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) were conducted during the due…
Sector: K-12 and Higher Education | Location: Pacific Palisades, CA Led environmental planning, monitoring, and reporting for wildfire debris removal at Palisades Charter Elementary School as part of post-wildfire recovery efforts. Scope included: Health & Safety Documentation: Authored the Accident Prevention Plan, Site Safety and Health Plan, and Activity Hazard Analysis to ensure regulatory compliance.…
Sector: Healthcare | Location: San Jose, CA Conducted a comprehensive pre-demolition hazardous materials survey at a Medical Center, located in San Jose, California. The survey covered 13 single-story buildings totaling 51,087 square feet, supporting a redevelopment project to replace the aging facility with a modern medical center. The scope of work included: Visual Inspection: Assessed…
Asbestos, Lead-containing Material, Other Hazardous Material Management Sector: K-12 and Higher Education | Location: Los Angeles, CA Conducted comprehensive asbestos, lead-based paint, guano, polychlorinated biphenyls, mercury, and other hazardous material surveys; and the preparation of abatement specifications and contractor oversight closeout documents for approximately 20 buildings associated with a large community college district during numerous…
Sector: Government and Municipality | Location: Los Angeles, CA Performed an asbestos- containing material and lead- based paint survey of a 51 multi-unit apartment building in Los Angeles, CA. The purpose of these surveys was to determine the presence of asbestos and lead- based paint which may be impacted by the planned kitchen renovation project.…
Sector: Financial | Location: Carson, CA Conducted an environmental compliance review for an industrial facility in Carson, California, on behalf of a prospective property purchaser during the due diligence period. The scope of work included: Chemical Inventory and Regulatory Review: Evaluated anticipated chemical usage and storage volumes, and assessed compliance requirements under the Certified Unified Program…
Sector: Financial | Location: Santa Ana, CA Conducted Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) at an industrial property with two buildings. The scope included: Phase I ESA identifying Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs), including historical use as a metals refinery. Limited asbestos and lead-based paint screening. Property Condition Assessment (PCA), roof evaluation, and seismic…
Sector: Financial | Location: Throughout CA Performed Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Property Condition Assessments (PCAs), Seismic Risk Assessments (SRAs), and developed an Asbestos Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Plan for a portfolio of 66 retail gas station/convenience store sites. Limited subsurface investigations were also conducted at 16 of the sites. The PCA scope included…
Sector: Government and Municipalities | Location: Throughout CA Managed the successful delivery of 18 Phase I Environmental Site Assessments for a California State agency, spanning diverse sites across the state. Directed all aspects of project execution, including site-specific resource coordination, task delegation, budget oversight, and senior-level editorial review of technical deliverables. Maintained consistent communication with…
Sector: Financial | Location: Commerce, CA Performed a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) for a property in Commerce, Los Angeles County, in accordance with ASTM #E1527-21. The assessment aimed to identify Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs) and support the User’s eligibility for CERCLA liability protections. The site, a 33,000-square-foot paved parcel with a 3,700-square-foot building…
Environmental Compliance On-Site Support Sector: Power & Utilities | Location: Northern, CA Delivered on-site environmental, health and safety (EH&S) staff support to two electricity generating power plants located in Northern California. Services included: Compliance with Title V Major Source Air Permit conditions, CA ARB and US EPA GHG Emissions calculations and reporting, CalARP Risk Management…
COVID-19 Prevention Plan Sector: Property Management | Location: Hollywood, CA Developed a comprehensive COVID-19 prevention plan to mitigate risk of exposure to Studio occupants at select buildings in the complex. The plan was developed in compliance with requirements of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, World Health Organization, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Environmental…
Dust and Metals Exposure Assessment Sector: Manufacturing | Location: San Fernando, CA Performed a dust and metal exposure assessment at a manufacturing facility located in San Fernando, CA. The scope of work included collection of personal breathing zone air samples for particles not otherwise regulated (PNOR) and select metals, depending on the materials used during…
Los Angeles, CA Investigated a nuisance odor in a retail telecom facility to determine the source of the odor. The scope of the investigation included a visual assessment of the work areas and adjacent interior and exterior building areas, collection of direct read measurements for temperature, relative humidity, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide, bioaerosol sampling,…
Qualitative Occupational Dermatitis Assessment Sector: Manufacturing | Location: Palmdale, CA Performed a qualitative assessment to evaluate the source of occupational dermatitis concerns and claims associated with the use and exposure to chemicals by assembly line workers during the production of a fighter jet fuselage at an aerospace facility. The assessment included: a review of potential…
VOC Exposure Assessment Sector: Manufacturing | Location: Vernon, CA Performed a volatile organic compounds (VOC) exposure assessment of employees working in a healthcare manufacturing facility located in Vernon, CA. The assessment was conducted to evaluate potential exposure risk of VOCs associated with the on-site fabrication of signs to be installed at facilities throughout Southern California.…
Asbestos, Lead-containing Material, Mold, and Other Hazardous Material Management Sector: Transportation | Carson, CA Assisted a prime contractor on numerous capital improvement projects at a Southern California Port that serves over 175 shipping lines with connections to 217 seaports around the world. Specific services included: Asbestos, lead, and hazardous materials surveys and reporting for capital…
Radiation Safety Program Compliance Support Sector: Manufacturing | Location: Throughout U.S. Reviewed the current Radiation Safety Program (RPP) at several facilities located in seven States for a food production and distribution company, developed a comprehensive RPP audit checklist for both nuclear source and X-ray devices, and provided recommendations to improve compliance with applicable regulations and…
Asbestos, Lead-containing Material, Other Hazardous Material Management Sector: K-12 and Higher Education | Location: San Bernardino, CA Performed a comprehensive hazardous material survey (asbestos, lead and other hazardous materials) prior to the demolition of 40 single family dwellings in preparation for the construction of the new elementary school. In addition, a Preliminary Endangerment Assessment (PEA)…
Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments Sector: Financial | Location: Inglewood, CA Performed a fast-tracked due diligence project for a prospective purchaser of an entertainment arena located in Inglewood, CA. Services included the following: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA), Asbestos/Lead/ Mold Survey, and Phase II Environmental Site Assessment. As a result of…
Locations throughout CA Provided stormwater compliance support for thirty-one vehicle fueling and maintenance facilities and one network distribution center located throughout California. The scope of work included the following as required under California’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Permit for Discharges of Storm Water Associated with Industrial Activities: Review of non-storm water discharge…
Environmental Compliance Planning and Reporting Sector: Government & Municipality | Location: Los Angeles, CA Developed hazardous material business plans (HMBPs) and risk management plans for three water district facilities located in Los Angeles County. A site reconnaissance was performed to identify and quantify all hazardous materials and hazardous waste stored at each site; developed facility,…
Air Emission Equipment Inventory and Compliance Assessment Sector: Transportation | Location: Los Angeles, CA Developed a mobile equipment inventory template, performed a desktop review of an inventory of off-road and on-road equipment, and portable generators; and an assessment of the inventory to determine if the equipment was in compliance with applicable California Air Resources Board…
Health and Safety Compliance Audits Aerospace Manufacturing Facility Assessment Performed a comprehensive audit of two healthcare construction department facilities. The purpose of the audit was to evaluate facility compliance with applicable Federal, State and local occupational safety and health laws and regulations. The audit focused on the examination of site operations and the identification of…
CA Proposition 65 Compliance Assessment Sector: Manufacturing | Location: Kearney, NE Performed an assessment for a nationwide manufacturer that distributes filtration products to the engine/mobile and industrial/environmental filtration markets, to determine and report the compliance status with California’s Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65). The scope of work for this…
Hazardous Materials and Waste Environmental Compliance Audit Sector: K-12 & Higher Education | Location: Pasadena, CA Conducted an air quality, hazardous waste and hazardous materials compliance audit at two university campuses in Southern California. The audits aimed to evaluate and report each program’s compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The services…
Asbestos, Lead-containing Material, Mold, and Other Hazardous Material ManagementSector: A&E | Location: Los Angeles, CA The business manager for the State of California serves the public by providing a variety of services to State agencies through procurement and acquisition solutions; real estate management and design; environmentally friendly transportation; building standards; and oversight of structural safety,…
Long Beach, CA Panacea assisted a prime contractor on numerous capital improvement projects at a Southern California Port that serves over 175 shipping lines with connections to 217 seaports around the world. Specific services included: Asbestos, lead, and hazardous materials surveys and reporting for capital construction projects. Management and oversight of abatement contractors to ensure…
Sector: Government and Municipalities | Location: La Verne, CA Panacea provided support during a $60M rehabilitation project that included the replacement of flocculation/sedimentation equipment at a wastewater treatment plan located in Southern California. The scope of services included: Conducting asbestos and lead surveys and updating previous survey reports, as required. Providing asbestos and lead abatement…
I-405 Design-Build Construction Project Sector: Government & Municipality | Location: Vernon, CA A decommissioned battery recycling facility was situated about five miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles in the City of Vernon. It occupied 15 acres in a heavy industrial region with surrounding residential areas less than a mile away to the north, south, and…
Design-Build Construction Project Environmental Compliance Support Sector: A&E Sector | Location: Irvine, CA Developed plans for a major design-build project along the I-405 corridor. The project included improvements to the pavement on mainline and ramps, roadside safety, transportation management systems, new Park and Ride facility and rehabilitation of lighting and roadside items. The project limits…
Sector: K-12 and Higher Education | Location: Los Angeles, CA Panacea has been providing comprehensive asbestos, lead-containing material, mold, and other hazardous material consulting services to the 2nd largest public school district in the United States, with over 700 adult, elementary, magnet, middle, special, continuing education, and high schools spanning over 700 square miles, for over…