MONTHLY HOTLINE REPORT January 1994 Hotline Questions and Answers RCRA 1.Use of Total Waste Analysis in Toxicity Characteristic Determinations A generator suspects that his waste may exhibit the toxicity characteristic and thus be subject to regulation as a RCRA hazardous waste. Since he is unsure of the types and concentrations of hazardous contaminants present in the waste, he performs a total waste analysis. Can he use the results of the total waste analysis to make a toxicity characteristic determination, or must he perform Method 1311, the toxicity characteristic leaching procedure (TCLP), to determine the wastežs regulatory status? While a toxicity characteristic determination under 261.24 typically involves application of the TCLP followed by analysis of the TCLP extract, a generator may be able to use total waste analysis to demonstrate that a waste does not exhibit the toxicity characteristic. Section 1.2 of the TCLP states, žIf a total analysis of the waste demonstrates that individual analytes are not present in the waste, or that they are present but at such low concentrations that the appropriate regulatory levels could not possibly be exceeded, the TCLP need not be run.ž This analysis can provide the generator with a convenient and cost-effective means of determining if he needs to run the TCLP in order to definitively characterize a waste. The means for using total waste analysis results to make a toxicity characteristic determination reflect TCLP methodology and therefore vary depending on whether the waste is defined as a liquid, a solid, or a dual-phase waste. Under the TCLP, liquid wastes (i.e., those wastes that contain less than 0.5% dry solids) do not require extraction. The waste, after filtration, is defined as the TCLP extract (Part 261, Appendix II, 2.1). A generator can therefore characterize a liquid waste by filtering the waste, measuring total constituent concentrations in the resulting filtrate, and comparing these concentrations to the appropriate regulatory limits under 261.24. Wastes which are either 100% solid (i.e., wastes that contain no filterable liquid (Part 261, Appendix II, 7.1.1.1)) or which contain both a liquid and a solid component require conversion of total waste analysis data to estimates of constituent concentrations in the TCLP extract, or maximum theoretical leachate concentrations. For instance, to evaluate the regulatory status of a 100% solid, a generator can simply divide each total constituent concentration by 20 and then compare the resulting maximum theoretical leachate concentration to the appropriate regulatory limit (the division factor reflects the 20-to-1 ratio of extraction fluid to solid used in the TCLP). If no maximum theoretical leachate concentration equals or exceeds the appropriate regulatory limit, the solid cannot exhibit the toxicity characteristic and the TCLP need not be run. The generator of a dual-phase waste (i.e., a waste which has both a solid and a filterable liquid component) can perform a total waste analysis on the liquid and solid portions and calculate maximum theoretical leachate concentrations for the waste as a whole by combining results mathematically through use of the following formula: [A x B] + [C x D] = M B + [20 L/kg x D] where: A= concentration of the analyte in the liquid portion of the sample (mg/L) B= volume of the liquid portion of the sample (L) C= concentration of the analyte in the solid portion of the sample (mg/kg) D= weight of the solid portion of the sample (kg) M= maximum theoretical leachate concentration (mg/L) For example: A generator who receives the results of a total waste analysis wishes to determine if his waste exhibits the toxicity characteristic for lead. Since he knows the lead concentration in each phase of the waste (0.023 mg/L in the liquid phase, 85 mg/kg in the solid phase), the volume of the liquid phase (0.025 L), and the weight of the solid phase (0.075 kg), he can calculate the wastežs maximum theoretical leachate concentration: [A x B] + [C x D] = B + [20 L/kg x D] [0.023 mg/L x 0.025 L] + [85 mg/kg x 0.075 kg] 0.025 L + [20 L/kg x 0.075 kg] = 4.18 mg/L Because the 4.18 mg/L maximum theoretical leachate concentration is below the 5.0 mg/L regulatory limit, the generator determines that the waste cannot exhibit the toxicity characteristic for lead. If maximum theoretical leachate concentrations are less than the applicable limits under 261.24, the waste does not exhibit the toxicity characteristic and the TCLP need not be run. If, on the other hand, total waste analysis data yield a maximum theoretical leachate concentration that equals or exceeds the toxicity characteristic threshold, the data cannot be used to conclusively demonstrate that the waste does not exhibit the toxicity characteristic. The generator may have to conduct further testing to make a definitive toxicity characteristic determination. EPCRA 2. Recycle/Reuse of Toxic Chemicals in Closed-Loop Refrigeration Systems under EPCRA 313 Many facilities maintain recycle/reuse operations such as closed-loop refrigeration systems. If a facility utilizes 15,000 pounds of ammonia as a coolant in a closed-loop refrigeration system, this amount of the toxic chemical is considered otherwise used under EPCRA 313 because the ammonia is not incorporated into the final product. According to Directive #7 of Toxic Chemical Release Inventory Questions and Answers, Revised 1990 Version, only the amount of a toxic chemical added to a refrigeration system during the reporting year must be included in the threshold calculation. If the facility replaces its refrigeration system but uses the same ammonia to maintain the new system, must the transferred ammonia be considered otherwise used and therefore included in threshold determinations for EPCRA 313 reporting? The amount of toxic chemical which must be applied toward the otherwise use threshold would include any quantity added as a result of start-up or total replacement of the contents of the recycle/reuse operation, regardless of whether the toxic chemical previously had been used on site in a closed-loop system. If a recycle/reuse system is completely empty and is started up during the year, a facility must base its threshold determination on the total amount initially needed to charge the system plus any amount which is subsequently added to the system during the year. Therefore, if a facility introduces 15,000 pounds of ammonia into a closed-loop system, regardless of the chemicalžs origin, the 10,000-pound threshold is exceeded and the facility would indicate in section 3.3 of the Form R that the ammonia is otherwise used. NEW PUBLICATIONS HOW TO ORDER ž NTIS Publications are available by calling (703) 487-4650, or writing NTIS, 5285 Port Royal Road, Springfield, VA 22161. Use the NTIS Order Number listed under the document. EPA Publications are available through the Hotline. Use the EPA Order Number listed under the document. RCRA/UST, Superfund, and EPCRA National Toll-Free Nos.: 800-424-9346 or 800-424-9346 Local: 703-412-9810 TDD National Toll-Free No.: 800-553-7672 RCRA TITLE: "Markets for Compost" AVAILABILITY: NTIS NTIS ORDER NO.: PB94-100 138 This report, based on a study conducted by EPA in 1989, is designed to provide information to stimulate markets for yard waste compost and compost with municipal solid waste content. It provides information about existing and potential markets for compost, and products that complement or compete with compost. In addition, the report discusses barriers to the success of compost and it presents possible strategies for expanding the market. The report contains examples of composting programs as well as tables with statistics regarding the content and marketability of compost. TITLE: "Summary of Markets for Compost" AVAILABILITY: Hotline EPA ORDER NO.: EPA530-SW-90-073B This booklet summarizes EPA's Markets for Compost. It provides an overview of factors which affect the current market for compost such as landfill disposal fees and demand for compost. It also addresses future market trends based on the use of compost in various industries. TITLE: "Disposal Tips for Home Health Care: Educating Patients" AVAILABILITY: Hotline EPA ORDER NO.: EPA530-F-93-027A This brochure provides information for health care providers on proper disposal of household medical waste such as syringes, lancets, and bandages. It gives general guidance on how to properly package and label these objects so they are not harmful when disposed of with municipal solid waste. The brochure includes a copy of Disposal Tips for Home Health Care: Patient Flyer, and order form. The brochure updates the previous version EPA530-SW-90-014A, dated January 1990. TITLE: "Disposal Tips for Home Health Care: Patient Flyer" AVAILABILITY: Hotline Hotline ORDER NO.: EPA530-F-93-027B This flyer provides recommendations on proper disposal of household medical waste such as syringes, lancets, and bandages. It gives general guidance on how to properly package and label these objects so they are not harmful when disposed of with municipal solid waste. This document updates the previous version, EPA530-SW-90-014B, dated January 1990. TITLE: "Report to Congress on Cement Kiln Dust: Methods and Findings" AVAILABILITY: NTIS NTIS ORDER NO.: PB94-126 919 This report fulfills EPA's requirement to report to Congress on the regulatory status of cement kiln dust. The report, compiled by the Office of Solid Waste, reviews generation rates, disposal practices, and the impact of cement kiln dust on human health and the environment. Included is a summary of applicable state and federal regulations and a discussion of future regulatory options. TITLE: "Report to Congress on Cement Kiln Dust; Executive Summary" AVAILABILITY: Hotline EPA ORDER NO.: EPA530-S-94-001 This booklet summarizes EPA's Report to Congress on Cement Kiln Dust which contains information from a study conducted by EPA. It addresses issues such as risks to human health and the environment, alternative regulatory controls, and future regulatory options. EPA's methodology and findings are also summarized. TITLE: "Waste Prevention: It Makes Good Business Sense!" AVAILABILITY: Hotline EPA ORDER NO.: EPA530-F-93-008 This pamphlet provides information on the potential economic benefits of implementing waste prevention programs. Aimed at business, the pamphlet outlines strategies such as minimizing packaging on products and investing in long-lasting supplies and equipment that can be repaired easily. It also recommends investing in reusable items and replacing products that are potentially hazardous with products that are less hazardous. UST TITLE: "An Overview of Underground Storage Tank Remediation Options" AVAILABILITY: Hotline EPA ORDER NO.: EPA510-F-93-029 EPA developed this series of fact sheets to answer basic questions about selected alternative cleanup technologies and to provide an easy way to compare technologies with one another. Groundwater remediation technologies are grouped in one pocket of the folder; soil remediation technologies are grouped in the other pocket. These fact sheets are part of EPA's continuing effort to encourage the use of alternative technologies. CERCLA TITLE: "Status of Regional Superfund Pilots: End-of-Year Report" AVAILABILITY: NTIS NTIS ORDER NO.: PB94-963 216 This document was established in response to the Superfund Administrative Improvements Initiative. Specifically it provides an overview of pilots designed to accelerate response activities and enhance their equity in all ten Regions. The main body of this document provides an index of the pilots and key contacts, and details the goals of each pilot, its status, evaluation plan and results to date. EPCRA TITLE: "Toxic Release Inventory - Small Source Exemption Issues Paper" AVAILABILITY: Hotline EPA ORDER NO.: N/A The EPA is considering exempting small sources of releases by modifying the current reporting thresholds for the Toxic Release Inventory. This issues paper presents a summary of the analytical findings concerning the potential exemption. The information presented in this document will be discussed in the February 16, 1994, public meeting relating to this topic. OTHER TITLE: "Monthly Hotline Report" AVAILABILITY: NTIS NTIS ORDER NO.: See below Yearly SubscriptionPB94-922 400 530-R-94-005 January 1994 PB94-922 401 530-R-94-005A The reports contain questions that required EPA resolution or were frequently asked, publications availability, Federal Register summaries, and Hotline call statistics. The Monthly Hotline Report Questions and Answers are also available for downloading at no charge from CLU-IN at (301) 589-8366. FEDERAL REGISTERS FINAL RULES RCRA "Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste; Wastes from Wood Surface Protection" January 4, 1994 (59 FR 458) EPA issued a final hazardous waste listing determination for wastes generated from the use of chlorophenolic formulations in wood surface protection processes. In response to public comments on the proposed rule of April 27, 1993, EPA decided not to list wastes from the use of chlorophenolic formulations in wood surface protection processes. This final rule also added sodium and potassium salts of pentachlorophenol and tetrachlorophenol to 40 CFR Part 261, Appendix VIII. This rule is effective January 4, 1994. "South Dakota; Final Authorization of Revisions to State Hazardous Waste Management Program" January 10, 1994 (59 FR 1275) EPA intends to approve South Dakota's hazardous waste program revisions under RCRA. Final authorization will be effective March 11, 1994, unless EPA publishes a prior action withdrawing this immediate final rule. Comments must be received on or before February 9, 1994. "Montana; Final Authorization of State Hazardous Waste Management Program" January 19, 1994 (59 FR 2752) EPA intends to approve Montana's hazardous waste program revisions under RCRA. Final authorization will be effective March 21, 1994, unless EPA publishes a prior action withdrawing this immediate final rule. Comments must be received on or before February 18, 1994. "Minnesota; Final Authorization of State Hazardous Waste Management Program Revisions" January 20, 1994 (59 FR 2998) EPA intends to approve Minnesota's hazardous waste program revisions under RCRA. Final authorization will be effective March 21, 1994, unless EPA publishes a prior action withdrawing this immediate final rule. Comments must be received on or before February 22, 1994. "North Carolina; Final Authorization of State Hazardous Waste Management Program Revisions" January 27, 1994 (59 FR 3792) EPA intends to approve North Carolina's hazardous waste program revisions under RCRA. Final authorization will be effective March 28, 1994, unless EPA publishes a prior action withdrawing this immediate final rule. Comments must be received on or before February 28, 1994. CERCLA "CERCLA Administrative Hearing Procedures for Claims Asserted Against the Superfund" January 3, 1994 (59 FR 25) EPA promulgated a final rule to implement CERCLA 112, which outlines procedures for payments of claims authorized pursuant to CERCLA 111. This final rule is effective February 2, 1994. EPCRA/CAA "List of Regulated Substances and Thresholds for Accidental Release Prevention; Requirements for Petitions" January 31, 1994 (59 FR 4478) EPA promulgated this list of regulated substances and thresholds pursuant to CAA 112(r). The list contains 3 categories: 77 toxic substances, 63 flammable substances, and explosive substances as defined by DOT. Thresholds range from 500 to 20,000 pounds. This rule is effective March 2, 1994. PROPOSED RULES CERCLA "National Priorities List (NPL); Proposed Rule No. 16" January 18, 1994 (59 FR 2568) EPA proposed to add 26 new sites to the NPL, 16 in the General Superfund Section, and 10 in the Federal Facilities Section. Final and proposed sites now total 1289. Comments must be submitted on or before March 21, 1994. EPCRA "Toxic Chemical Release Reporting; Addition of Certain Chemicals" January 12, 1994 (59 FR 1788) EPA proposed to add 313 chemicals and chemical categories to the list of toxic chemicals subject to reporting under EPCRA 313. A public meeting on the proposed rule will take place on March 2, 1994, in Washington, DC. Comments must be submitted on or before April 12, 1994. NOTICES RCRA "Draft Guidance Document on Indirect Exposure Assessment" January 3, 1994 (59 FR 85) EPA extended the public comment period for the external review of a draft guidance document entitled, Addendum to the Methodology for Assessing Health Risks Associated with Indirect Exposure to Combustor Emissions. Comments must be submitted on or before February 15, 1994. "Illinois; Final Determination of Adequacy of State/Tribal Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Permit Program" January 3, 1994 (59 FR 86) Pursuant to RCRA 4005(c)(1)(C), EPA gave notice of a final determination of full program adequacy for Illinois' municipal solid waste landfill permit program. The determination of adequacy is effective January 3, 1994. "Availability of Report to Congress on Cement Kiln Dust; Request for Comments and Announcement of Public Hearing" January 6, 1994 (58 FR 709) EPA announced the availability of the Report to Congress on Cement Kiln Dust, that is required by RCRA 8002(o). EPA will hold a public hearing on the Report to Congress on February 15, 1994. "Washington; Adequacy Determination of State/Tribal Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Permit Program" January 13, 1994 (59 FR 1945) Pursuant to RCRA 4005(c)(1)(C), EPA gave notice of a tentative determination, public hearing, and public comment period concerning the adequacy of Washington's municipal solid waste landfill permit program. The public hearing is scheduled for March 1, 1994. Comments must be submitted on or before March 1, 1994. "Ohio; Adequacy Determination of State/Tribal Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Permit Program" January 14, 1994 (59 FR 2406) Pursuant to RCRA 4005(c)(1)(C), EPA gave notice of a tentative determination, public hearing, and public comment period concerning the adequacy of Ohio's municipal solid waste landfill permit program. The public hearing is scheduled for March 1, 1994. Comments must be submitted on or before March 1, 1994. "Consent Decree; IS & W Facility" January 18, 1994 (59 FR 2609) A Consent Decree in United States v. GK Technologies, Inc., was lodged with the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana on January 6, 1994. The decree requires the defendants to pay a civil penalty of $425,000 for RCRA violations in connection with the IS & W Facility in Muncie, Indiana. Comments will be received for a period of 30 days from the date of publication. "Hazardous Waste Identification Committee; Open Meeting" January 20, 1994 (59 FR 3047) EPA gave notice of a meeting of the Hazardous Waste Identification Committee to be held on February 7 and 8, 1994, in Arlington, Virginia. The committee will discuss work accomplished and identify appropriate next steps. RCRA/CERCLA "Consent Decree; Environmental Pacific Corporation (EPC) and Richard Hill" January 4, 1994 (59 FR 332) A Consent Decree in United States v. Environmental Pacific Corp., was lodged with the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon on December 17, 1993. The decree requires the defendants to reimburse EPA $113,055 for response costs under CERCLA 104, and $60,163 for corrective action under RCRA 3008(h). Comments will be received for a period of 30 days from the date of publication. "Consent Decree; Uniroyal, Inc. et al." January 12, 1994 (59 FR 1766) A Consent Decree in United States v. Uniroyal, Inc., was lodged with the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana on December 27, 1993. The decree requires the defendants to reimburse EPA $4,075,286 for RCRA and CERCLA violations at seventeen sites. Comments will be received for a period of 30 days from the date of publication. "Consent Decree; Vertac Site" January 24, 1994 (59 FR 3566) A Consent Decree in United States v. Vertac Chemical Corp., et al., was lodged with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas on December 30, 1993. The decree, pursuant to the Clean Water Act, resolves the liability of the Celsicol Chemical Corporation under RCRA and CERCLA, with respect to the Vertac Site in Jacksonville, Arkansas. Comments will be received for a period of 30 days from the date of publication. CERCLA "National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP); Reopening of Comment Period" January 6, 1994 (59 FR 714) EPA reopened the public comment period for the proposed rule of October 22, 1993 (58 FR 54702), that would revise the NCP. EPA will also hold a public meeting concerning the proposed rule on January 14, 1994, in Washington, DC. Comments must be submitted on or before January 14, 1994. "Proposed Administrative Settlement; Martin Marietta Site" January 6, 1994 (59 FR 747) EPA proposed to enter into an administrative settlement under CERCLA 122(i). The settlements requires the defendant to reimburse EPA $875,593 for response costs incurred in connection with the Martin Marietta Site in Wateron, Colorado. Comments must be submitted on or before February 7, 1994. "Consent Decree; Salem Acres Site" January 12, 1994 (59 FR 1764) A Consent Decree in United States v. DiBiase Salem Reality Trust, et al., was lodged with the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts on December 30, 1993. The decree requires the defendants to reimburse EPA $544,185 for costs incurred with the Salem Acres Site in Salem, Massachusetts. Comments will be received for a period of 30 days from the date of publication. "Consent Decree; Wauconda Sand and Gravel Site" January 14, 1994 (59 FR 2438) A Consent Decree in United States v. Wauconda Sand and Gravel Co., was lodged with the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois on December 23, 1993. The decree requires the defendants to reimburse EPA $566,448 for costs incurred in connection with the Wauconda Sand and Gravel Site in Lake County, Illinois. Comments will be received for a period of 30 days from the date of publication. "Consent Decree; Maryland Sand, Gravel, and Stone Site" January 18, 1994 (59 FR 2609) A Consent Decree in United States v. Maryland Sand, Gravel, and Stone, et al., was lodged with the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland on December 30, 1993. The decree requires the defendant to reimburse EPA $25,000 for costs incurred at the Maryland Sand, Gravel, and Stone Site in Elkton, Maryland. Comments will be received for a period of 30 days from the date of publication. "Consent Decree; Ciba-Geigy Corporation Site" January 24, 1994 (59 FR 3564) A Consent Decree in United States v. Ciba-Geigy Corporation was lodged with the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Alabama on December 16, 1993. The decree requires the defendant to reimburse EPA for costs incurred at the Ciba-Geigy Corporation Site in McIntosh, Alabama. Comments will be received for a period of 30 days from the date of publication. "Consent Decree; Belvidere Site" January 24, 1994 (59 FR 3565) A Consent Decree in United States v. GTE North, Inc. and Manley Motor Sales Company was lodged with the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois on January 4, 1994. The decree requires the defendant to reimburse EPA $60,000 for costs incurred at the Belvidere Site in Boone County, Illinois. Comments will be received for a period of 30 days from the date of publication. "Consent Decree; Jadco-Hughs Site" January 24, 1994 (59 FR 3565) A Consent Decree in United States v. Jadco, Inc. et al., was lodged with the U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina on December 21, 1993. The decree requires the defendants to reimburse EPA $227,453 for costs incurred in connection with the Jadco-Hughs Site in Gaston County, North Carolina. "Consent Decree; Martin Electric Lake Oswego Site" January 24, 1994 (59 FR 3565) A Consent Decree in United States v. Roger E. Martin et al., was lodged with the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon on December 14, 1993. The decree requires the defendants to reimburse EPA $282,200 for costs incurred in connection with the Martin Electric Lake Oswego Site in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Comments will be received for a period of 30 days from the date of publication. "Proposed De Minimis Settlement; Ninth Avenue Dump Site" January 26, 1994 (59 FR 3686) EPA proposed to enter into an administrative de minimis settlement under CERCLA 122(i). The settlement requires the defendants to reimburse EPA $678,860 for costs incurred in connection with the Ninth Avenue Dump Site in Gary, Indiana. Comments must be received on or before February 25, 1994. "Consent Decree; Saegertown Industrial Area Site" January 26, 1994 (59 FR 3737) A Consent Decree in United States v. Lord Corporation was lodged with the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania on January 3, 1994. The decree requires the defendant to implement a groundwater treatment system at the Saegertown Industrial Area Site in Saegertown, Pennsylvania. Comments will be received for a period of 30 days from the date of publication. "Consent Decree; Southwire Company Site" January 26, 1994 (59 FR 3738) A Consent Decree in United States v. NSA, Division of Southwire Company was lodged with the United States District Court for the Western District of Kentucky on December 16, 1993. The decree requires the defendant, NSA, to construct and operate an interim remedial action at its facility in Hawesville, Kentucky. Comments will be received for a period of 30 days from the date of publication. "Proposed Administrative Settlement; Prospect Avenue Site" January 31, 1994 (59 FR 4278) EPA proposed to enter into an administrative settlement under CERCLA 107. The settlement requires the settling parties to reimburse EPA $70,000 for costs incurred in connection with the Prospect Avenue Site in Cleveland, Ohio. Comments must be submitted on or before March 2, 1994. EPCRA "Toxic Release Inventory; Small Release Amounts" January 19, 1994 (59 FR 2847) EPA gave notice of one half-day meeting to discuss the options the Agency is considering for developing an exemption to EPCRA 313 reporting requirements for small release amounts. The meeting will take place on February 16, 1994, in Washington, DC. EPCRA/CAA "List of Regulated Substances and Thresholds for Accidental Release Prevention; Risk Management Programs" January 31, 1994 (59 FR 4500) EPA published a supplemental notice to the list of regulated substances and thresholds under CAA 122(r). EPA requested additional comments on the hazards associated with flammables used as fuel, and on impacts of the proposed accident prevention requirements. Comments must be submitted on or before March 2, 1994. OTHER "Guidance on Determining Environmentally Preferable Products and Services; Public Meeting" January 12, 1994 (59 FR 1729) EPA gave notice of a two-day meeting to solicit input on developing guidance that executive agencies can use in determining the preference and purchase of environmentally preferable products and services. The meeting will be held February 7 and 8, 1994, in Washington, DC. Comments must be submitted on or before March 10, 1994. CALL ANALYSIS RCRA Special Wastes Ash 18 Mining Wastes, Bevill 44 Medical Wastes 117 Oil and Gas 8 Subtitle C (General) 522 Hazardous Waste Id. (General) 1,2341 Toxicity Characteristic 85 Wood Preserving 24 Listing of Used Oil 31 Fluff 2 Radioactive Mixed Waste 32 Delisting Petitions 30 Hazardous Waste Recycling 204 Generators 8761 Small Quantity Generators 208 Transportation/Transporters 76 TSDFs General 261 TSDFs Siting Facilities 2 TSDFs Capacity 10 TSDFs Treatment 76 TSDFs Burning 81 TSDFs Storage 58 TSDFs Disposal 52 Land Disposal Restrictions 5541 Permits and Permitting 90 Corrective Action 244 Financial Liability/Enforcement 96 Test Methods 88 Health Effects 18 Waste Min./Pollution Prevention 3241 State Programs 75 Hazardous Waste Data 48 Household Hazardous Waste 185 Subtitle D (General) 1,1531,2 Siting Facilities 17 Combustion 14 Industrial Waste 10 Composting 14 Source Reduction/Poll. Prev. 60 Grants & Financing 6 Procurement (General) 9 Building Insulation 0 Cement & Products with Fly Ash 16 Paper & Paper Products 4 Re-refined Lubricating Oil 0 Retread Tires 3 Solid Waste Recycling (General) 2411 Aluminum 9 Batteries 28 Glass 7 Paper 17 Plastics 18 Tires 17 Used Oil 244 Markets (General) 4 Aluminum 2 Batteries 1 Compost 0 Glass 4 Paper 2 Plastics 4 Tires 4 Used Oil 4 RCRA General 1,7093 TOTAL 9,394* UST General/Misc. 1401,4 Applicability/Definitions 64 Regulated Substances 17 Standards for New Tank Systems 18 Tank Standards and Upgrading 16 Operating Requirements 19 Release Detection 62 Release Reporting & Investigation 17 Corrective Action for USTs 84 Out-of-Service/Closure 30 Financial Responsibility 1581 State Programs 19 Liability/Enforcement 17 LUST Trust Fund 7 TOTAL 668* * Includes 292 UST document requests. 1 Hot topics for this month. 2Includes 132 message retrievals for information on the delay in effective date for municipal solid waste landfills and 128 document retrievals for the "Criteria for Solid Waste Disposal' package and "Safer Disposal for Solid Waste." 3Includes 469 document retrievals for the "Catalog of Hazardous and Solid Waste Publications." 4Includes 145 document retrievals for "Guide to EPA Materials on USTs." EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW General Title III Questions 321 Emergency Planning (301-303): General 105 Notification Requirements 27 SERC/LEPC Issues 42 EHSs/TPQs 60 Risk Communication/ Hazards Analysis 30 Exemptions 5 Emergency Release Notification (304): General 72 Notification Requirements 57 Reportable Quantities 109 CERCLA 103 vs. SARA 304 51 ARIP/AHEDB/ERNS 9 Exemptions 20 Hazardous Chemical Reporting (311-312): General 134 MSDS Reporting Requirements 109 Tier I/II Requirements 288 Thresholds 99 Hazard Categories 16 Mixtures Reporting 43 Exemptions 61 Toxic Chemical Release Inventory (313): General 185 Reporting Requirements 216 Thresholds 68 Form R Completion 240 Supplier Notification 20 NOTEs/NONs 23 Voluntary Revisions 32 Pollution Prevention, 33/50 41 Public Access to Data 51 TRI Database 53 Petitions 65 TRI Expansion 246 Exemptions 122 General Trade Secrets 9 Enforcement 22 Liability/Citizen Suits 15 Training 27 Chemical-Specific Information 93 RCRA 159 Special Topics: CAA 112(r) General 94 RMPs 206 List of Regulated Substances 248 HF Study 48 Federal Facilities Executive Order 159 TOTAL 4,100 *Includes 1,106 Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know document requests SUPERFUND General/Misc. 58 Access & Information Gathering 178 Administrative Record 14 ARARs 92 CERCLIS 125 Citizen Suits 4 Claims Against Fund 17 Clean-Up Costs 33 Clean-Up Standards 112 Community Relations 45 Contract Lab Program (CLP) 14 Contractor Indemnification 7 Contracts 10 Definitions 28 Enforcement 49 Federal Facilities 32 Hazardous Substances 67 HRS 39 Liability 81 Local Gov't Reimbursement 15 Natural Resource Damages 6 NCP 38 Notification 47 NPL 1741 Off Site Policy 32 OSHA 5 PA/SI 32 PRPs 36 RD/RA 24 Reauthorization 30 Remedial 92 Removal 37 RI/FS 36 Risk Assess./Health Effects 56 ROD 49 RQ 1821 SACM 78 Settlements 68 SITE Program 33 State Participation 5 State Program 8 TAGs 7 Taxes 8 Special Topics Oil Pollution Act 28O OPCC Regulations 32 Radiation Site Cleanup 70 TOTAL 2,233* *Includes 951 Superfund document requests. TOTAL HOTLINE QUESTIONS, DOCUMENT REQUESTS AND REFERRALS: 17,163 1 Hot topics for this month. Topics are calculated as the summation of all questions received by the Hotline. A single call may result in multiple questions.