Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Plans
Clear Plans That Hold Up After the Project Is Done
Managing Environmental Conditions Over the Long Term
After construction, remediation, or environmental work is complete, certain conditions still need to be managed to remain compliant and protect occupants.
An Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Plan outlines how those conditions will be handled over time — including what needs to be monitored, maintained, or avoided during normal building use.
The goal is to create a plan that’s clear enough to follow in day-to-day operations, not something that sits on a shelf and gets ignored.
Scope of Services
- Review of site conditions, environmental controls, and prior work
- Identification of ongoing requirements for monitoring or maintenance
- Documentation of engineering or institutional controls
- Development of procedures for routine operations and maintenance
- Guidance on activities that could impact existing conditions
- Coordination with property owners, managers, and operators
- Preparation of clear, usable documentation for long-term use
Who Typically Requires O&M Plans
- Property owners managing sites with known environmental conditions
- Developers completing redevelopment projects
- Facility managers and building operators
- Organizations subject to regulatory or Due Care requirements
- Municipal and public-sector entities overseeing long-term site use
Common Applications
- Sites with engineered controls or environmental restrictions
- Post-remediation or post-abatement site management
- Properties with Due Care obligations under Michigan Part 201
- Long-term monitoring or maintenance requirements
- Supporting compliance and documentation for ongoing operations
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Plan?
An O&M Plan outlines how environmental conditions at a site will be managed over time. It typically includes procedures for monitoring, maintenance, and activities that need to be controlled to remain compliant.
When is an O&M Plan required?
O&M Plans are often required after environmental remediation, redevelopment, or when a site has ongoing conditions that need to be managed. They are commonly tied to regulatory requirements or Due Care obligations.
Who is responsible for following the plan?
The property owner or operator is typically responsible for implementing the plan. It’s important that the plan is clear and practical so it can be followed during normal day-to-day operations.
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