Contra Costa Health presented the Richmond Industrial Safety Ordinance (ISO) annual report for fiscal year 2023–24 and discussed audits, process‑safety indicators and community warning levels.

Nicole Heath, director of the Hazardous Materials Division, said the ISO applies to the Chevron Richmond refinery and to certain tank terminals after 2024 amendments. For the reporting period there were no Major Chemical Accidents or Releases (MCARs) from Chevron. Contra Costa Health noted the process‑safety indicators (temporary piping repairs, overdue PHA recommendations, overdue piping inspections, API tier 1/2 incidents) are self‑reported by facilities and uploaded to county and state systems; the county conducts triennial, five‑week audits on site to verify program compliance.

Heath reviewed the 2025 triennial audit of Chevron, noting 22 'ensure items' (noncompliance findings) across multiple program elements—near the peer average—and two repeat items that will receive active follow‑up; enforcement remains a tool but the county prioritizes compliance through action plans and targeted follow‑up, escalating to enforcement when necessary. Contra Costa Health told council it is exploring a cumulative‑effects toxicology study and will report back to the ISO ad hoc committee if a project plan is feasible.

Council members asked for clearer public outreach (one‑page audit summaries and dashboards), verification of self‑reported metrics and instructions for residents to register for community warning system alerts (text 21423, message CCHEALTH). The council voted unanimously to receive the report.