Division of Air AirCom DARM’s New Compliance and Enforcement Database and Field Inspection Tool
What is AirCom New compliance assurance database and field inspection tool Replaces multiple existing applications Facility information inventory system will remain active and accurate inventory data will become even more important New location for data reports New public compliance and enforcement interface 8/7/2014
Why AirCom? AirCom fixes current issues Stable web-based platform does not require user application updates User friendly – web-based tabbed browsing Single application performs multiple functions and provides single point of data entry Ensures data required to be submitted to EPA is collected in the system and in a way to allow for easier upload to EPA Consistent process and system across state Allows for workload planning and tracking Includes email reminders for when an activity has been started but not completed, to ensure State Review Framework (SRF) timeframes are met 8/7/2014
Why AirCom? Old System Screenshot 8/7/2014
Key Features Web based and can be used on desktop, laptop, and tablet “Hybrid” approach allows for generation of a custom inspection PDF that can be used to enter data on a tablet AirCom will then extract data from PDF and automatically enter results into system PDF can also be printed out and used for manual entry of inspection results 8/7/2014
Key Features Easy workload management Second-level review Activities can be created at any time and placed into “Planned” status Once activity results are entered, activity moves to “In Progress” Automated emails will remind staff if activities are pending and not yet completed Second-level review When activity is completed, can be marked “Ready for Review” to be sent to manager Not all activities require management review 8/7/2014
Key Features EPA violation type and criteria can be entered directly into system Data checks – System will check activity data to ensure all required data is entered System will alert user when observations exceed allowable values – Ensures noncompliance accurately documented Data will be uploaded automatically to EPA, with minimal, if any, manual QA/QC Existing data will be migrated into new system 8/7/2014
Key Features Old System New System 8/7/2014 Facility Non - General Permit Inspector uses EASIIR to download files to portable device Inspector performs inspection and records results on portable device EASIIR creates Activity in ARMS CA ARMS query shows time for activities to be performed performs inspection ARMS Inventory Files uploaded from portable Activity through GPCI downloads checklist updates compliance status through GPCI Inspector downloads inspection form . AIRCOM system will evaluate to return correct form Assigned to an Activity Status is “Planned” Results of inspection entered and PDF uploaded File read by system and validated Offline Activity Status is “In Progress” and during records results online Online User in office creates new inspection Activity is assigned to Manager Inspector verifies completion of entry of all results “Ready for Review” 8/7/2014
How AirCom Works 8/7/2014
How AirCom Works 8/7/2014
How AirCom Works 8/7/2014
How AirCom Works 8/7/2014
How AirCom Works 8/7/2014
Offline Fillable PDF Inspection Form 8/7/2014
How AirCom Works 8/7/2014
What’s Next? Public Compliance and Enforcement Interface Automated EPA compliance and enforcement uploads Administrative Screens Enhancements 11/16/2018