Business Details
32 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Emergency Environmental Response Services in Southern California
Ocean Blue Environmental Service has been a leader in emergency environmental response since 1994, specializing in hazardous waste management, spill cleanup, and government-contracted services. Our team of highly trained technicians responds to over 30,000 HAZMAT incidents annually, operating 24/7 with state-of-the-art equipment and a fleet of vacuum trucks and emergency response units. We serve municipal clients across Southern California, including the Port of Long Beach, Los Angeles County, and multiple city agencies, prioritizing transparency, speed, and thoroughness in every operation. Our supervisors are equipped with containment materials and take-home trucks to ensure rapid on-site response, while our custom-built Emergency Response Units provide decontamination capabilities and sustained operations for up to four days.With compliance certifications from DTSC, EPA, and OSHA, we maintain a 30-year record of zero regulatory violations. Our expertise extends to homeless encampment cleanups, stormwater management, and septic tank services, addressing biohazards, chemical spills, and environmental compliance. We emphasize client-specific solutions, offering flexible waste disposal options and computerized tracking systems for hazardous materials. Our culture of preparedness and family-owned values drives our commitment to safety, community service, and environmental stewardship.
Services
Emergency Response
Homeless Encampments Cleanup
Waste Management
Stormwater Services
Marine Services
Industrial Cleaning
Septic Tank Services
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have 30 years of experience in emergency environmental response and waste management.
- Our team responds to spills within 30 minutes, operating 24/7 with take-home trucks.
- We serve over 20 government agencies, including the Port of Los Angeles and Los Angeles County.
- Our fleet includes custom Emergency Response Units with decontamination capabilities.
- We maintain a 30-year record of zero violations with DTSC, EPA, and OSHA regulations.
Services
Emergency Response
Ocean Blue Environmental Service specializes in 24/7 emergency response for hazardous material spills, including chemical fires, tanker rollovers, and marine incidents. Our trained technicians and custom Emergency Response Units ensure rapid containment and decontamination. With over 30,000 HAZMAT spills managed since 1994, we provide fast, compliant solutions for government and industrial clients.
Homeless Encampments Cleanup
We perform hazardous waste removal for homeless encampments, including biohazardous materials, syringes, and debris. Our team uses specialized tools and protective gear to safely clean urban and natural terrains. Clients include Orange County DPW, Caltrans, and multiple Southern California municipalities, with over 300 cleanups completed annually.
Waste Management
Our services include compliant transport, tracking, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste. We partner with vetted TSDFs to ensure environmentally responsible solutions while maintaining full regulatory compliance. Clients receive computerized waste tracking for reporting and audit purposes.
Stormwater Services
We hydro-jet storm drains, clean catch basins, and install stormwater filters for municipal clients. Our equipment handles 33,000 feet of piping or 1,000 catch basins in single projects. We service LAX, Terranea Hotel, and Southern California cities with compliance-focused solutions.
Marine Services
Our marine spill response team handles oil and chemical spills on waterways and coastal areas. Using vacuum trucks and containment booms, we mitigate environmental damage while adhering to US Coast Guard regulations. Operations include airport and port spill incidents.
People
Maria Lee
C.E.O.
Maria Lee leads Ocean Blue Environmental Service with a focus on emergency preparedness and client transparency. She oversees strategic growth and operational excellence for the family-owned business.
Ron Dare
General Manager
Ron Dare manages daily operations, emphasizing rapid response capabilities and technician training. He ensures the company maintains its reputation for 24/7 emergency readiness.
Ed Acosta
Project Manager
Ed Acosta specializes in chemical fire response and hazardous material containment. He leads field teams during complex industrial and marine spill incidents.
Edmund Acosta
Project Manager
Known as 'Fast Eddie,' Edmund Acosta oversees equipment readiness and on-site spill containment strategies. He trains technicians in biohazard and sharps handling protocols.
Chris Anguiano
Stormwater Project Manager
Chris Anguiano directs stormwater services, including catch basin cleaning and filter maintenance. He manages contracts for municipal clients and ensures regulatory compliance.
Questions
What emergency services does Ocean Blue offer?
We provide 24/7 hazardous material spill response, including chemical fires, tanker rollovers, and marine incidents across Southern California.
How quickly can Ocean Blue respond to spills?
Our technicians arrive within 30 minutes for urgent spills, with supervisors dispatched directly from home locations.
Do you handle homeless encampment cleanups?
Yes, we perform biohazard and debris removal for government agencies, including syringe recovery and terrain-specific cleanup strategies.
What waste management services do you provide?
We offer compliant transport, disposal, and tracking of hazardous/non-hazardous waste with TSDF partnerships and audit-ready documentation.
Are you equipped for stormwater maintenance?
We hydro-jet storm drains, clean catch basins, and install stormwater filters for municipal clients across Southern California.
How do you ensure regulatory compliance?
We maintain zero violations with DTSC, EPA, and OSHA through equipment checks, staff training, and facility audits.
