Redwood General Tire's staff accepts the DTSC award from John Ison.
John Ison is a Hazardous Substances Engineer with
CalEPA DTSC OPPTD, 1001 I Street, 12th Floor, Sacramento, CA  95812
Tel (916) 322-4233  Fax (916) 327-4494

The Award Proclamation The California Environmental Protection Agency's Department of Toxic Substances Control wishes to commend Redwood General Tire for its leadership and commitment to minimize pollution through its efforts in pollution prevention, environmental management practices, employee training, and facility design.

The Department of Toxic Substances Control, or DTSC, protects California and Californians from exposures to hazardous wastes. Approximately 1,000 scientists, engineers and specialized support staff work in nine offices statewide.

Prestigious Award

Award recipients must pass a rigid facility test. The shop is graded on 27 specific pollution prevention items. Many apply for recognition but few are accepted. There are only two DTSC certified model shops in San Mateo County. Click here to view Redwood General Tires checklist.

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Accepting the Prestigious Award

Shop floor sealed with an impermeable epoxy coating.

A typical day of service at Redwood General Tire.

Updated 2006/07/10