Are mining and mineral extraction wastes exempt under Section 304?
No. The release notification requirements apply if the wastes are CERCLA hazardous substances or extremely hazardous substances.
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No. The release notification requirements apply if the wastes are CERCLA hazardous substances or extremely hazardous substances.
Farm cooperatives would be subject to Sections 311 and 312 reporting requirements.
How did EPA determine threshold planning quantities for extremely hazardous substances? The Agency assigned chemicals to threshold planning quantity (TPQ) categories based on an index that accounts for the toxicity and the potential of each chemical, in an accidental release, to become airborne. This approach does not give a measure…
Does blended (oxygenated) gasoline fall within the scope of the CERCLA petroleum exclusion? Historically, the Agency has interpreted the CERCLA section 101(14) petroleum exclusion to cover crude oil and the crude oil constituents that are indigenous to the petroleum (e.g., xylene), or that are normally mixed with or added to…
What facilities or vessels are covered under Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) release reporting requirements? CERCLA section 101(9) defines facility broadly to include any site or area where a hazardous substance is located, but the definition specifically excludes consumer products in consumer use. Vessel is defined in…
The reporting under Section 312 is in two tiers, Tier I and Tier II. What are the general differences between the two forms? Section 312 includes a two tier approach. Tier I requires information (such as maximum amount of hazardous chemicals at the facility during the preceding year, an estimate…
I’m having trouble importing previous Tier2 Submit data into the current version of Tier2 Submit; what should I do? It is possible that the file has been corrupted or that the format is incompatible with the Tier2 Submit software. Note that Tier2 Submit can only import files that were made…
Answer: The potential danger posed by historical lead smelting sites varies by site and depends upon whether a completed exposure pathway to the contaminant exists. For example, if site surfaces are redeveloped and, as a result, covered, there is no direct contact. Therefore, without such exposure, there is no current…
No. 40 CFR part 763.85 and 763.86 of the asbestos in schools rule specifically require an accredited inspector to conduct the necessary tasks in order to fulfill the inspection and reinspection requirements. Other Frequent Questions about Asbestos Learn About Asbestos Asbestos and School Buildings Information for Owners and Managers of…
The owner or operator of a stationary source must complete a statement certifying that the risk management plan (RMP) is accurate and complete (40 CFR §68.185), a function performed by the Certifying Official through RMP*eSubmit. Are there criteria for qualifying as a Certifying Official when submitting an RMP in RMP*eSubmit…
Answer: You may begin work immediately after receiving a course completion certificate from an initial training course that is accredited by EPA. This certificate serves as interim certification for six months following completion of training. This gives you time to complete the certification process, including taking the third party exam…
Question: My company only does emergency renovation work. According to your guidelines emergency projects are exempt from the warning sign, containment, waste handling, training, and certification requirements to the extent necessary to respond to the emergency. Emergency renovations are NOT exempt from the cleaning and cleaning verification requirements. Does this…
Answer: Yes. Beginning April 22, 2010, no firm may perform, offer, or claim to perform renovations covered by the Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule without certification from EPA. A general contractor that subcontracts the entire renovation job to other firms must be certified as a firm for two…
No. Beginning April 22, 2010, all firms performing renovations covered by the RRP rule must be certified. "Firm" means a company, partnership, corporation, sole proprietorship or individual doing business, association, or other business entity; a Federal, State, Tribal or local government agency; or a nonprofit organization. Question Number: 23002-18123 Find…
No, as long as no prohibited work practices are used and the work does not involve window replacement or demolition of painted surfaces. The exception to the Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule for work that disrupts six square feet or less of painted surface applies to each individual…