The Health Development Agency (HDA) of UK had conducted a study for mapping environmental audit tools appropriate for general practice and across hospitals or small primary care facilities. The main objectives of the study were to identify: existing tools appropriate for self-administration of small primary care; key organizations providing tools, training and consultancy; and any major gaps in audit tools. Although numerous audit tools are available, only a small number is ideally suited for use at general practice level.

The ‘Audit Guide’ relates to the HDA study and the guidance it provides for auditing the environmental impact in the areas of risk assessment, health and safety in general practice, and in the selection of appropriate tools in these fields.

The ‘Audit Report’ concerns the Vancouver Island Transmission Reinforcement Project, Canada. Prior to commencing construction activities, an environmental management plan was prepared, outlining detailed work procedures, controls, and mitigation measures in order to comply with best management practices and environmental regulatory requirements. The report covers aspects, such as land use planning, engineering design and quality control, mitigation measures implemented, terrestrial wildlife and vegetation management, etc.