Laws & Regulations
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If friable asbestos-containing material (ACM) is accidentally left behind after an abatement project had passed air clearance by transmission electron microscopy (TEM) analysis, do I need to re-test the air?
Yes. Both the visual inspection and the abatement were not properly completed under 40 CFR part 763.90(i)(1). The loose debris should be removed and the area thoroughly re-cleaned. Air monitoring should be repeated using TEM analysis for the functional space where the original abatement occurred. (40 CFR part 763.90(f) and…
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How should the periodic surveillance results be documented pursuant to the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA)? How detailed does the information have to be and what constitutes adequate records?
40 CFR part 763.94(d) of the asbestos in schools rule pursuant to the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) requires local education agencies (LEAs) to “record the name of each person performing the [periodic] surveillance, the date of the surveillance, and any changes in the conditions of the materials.” A…
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If a school has all asbestos-containing building material (ACBM) removed, how long do we need to keep records in the asbestos management plan pursuant to the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA)?
After all the ACBM has been removed, certain records listed under 40 part 763.94(a) can be discarded three years after the next scheduled reinspection. However, other records that are part of the management plan must be maintained indefinitely. Other Frequent Questions about Asbestos Learn About Asbestos Asbestos and School Buildings…
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I have seen the janitor machine-cleaning the floor tile in our school. Should I be worried that these machines will degrade the tiles and create a hazard?
Machine-cleaning of floor tile can be part of a good maintenance program for asbestos-containing floor tiles, as long as the machine is operated properly and the tiles are not in poor condition. EPA has issued special guidance on the proper maintenance of asbestos-containing floor tiles, and the guidance is available…
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How soon must a local education agency (LEA) inspect a school leased or acquired after October 12, 1988 that is to be used as a school building?
An LEA must inspect such a building anytime prior to its use as a school building. In the event that emergency use of an uninspected school building is necessitated such buildings shall be inspected 30 days after commencement of such use. (40 CFR part 763.85(a)(2)) Other Frequent Questions about Asbestos…
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City of Hamlet, North Carolina - Clean Water Act Public Notice
The EPA is providing notice of a proposed Administrative Penalty Assessment in the form of an Expedited Settlement Agreement against the city of Hamlet, North Carolina, for alleged violations associated with the management of sewage sludge in or around Ham
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Scrap Management, LLC d/b/a Rivers Edge Scrap Management - Clean Water Act Public Notice
The EPA is providing notice of a proposed Administrative Penalty Assessment against Scrap Management, LLC d/b/a Rivers Edge Scrap Management for alleged violations of the terms and conditions of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit issu
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Spectracom, Inc. d/b/a River City Recycling - Clean Water Act Public Notice
The EPA is providing notice of a proposed Administrative Penalty Assessment in the form of an Expedited Settlement Agreement (“ESA”) against Spectracom, Inc. d/b/a River City Recycling for alleged violations at the Omaha, Nebraska facility
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OGC Core Values
EPA's Office of General Counsel adhere's to the following core values, excellence, community, work-life balance, integrity, empowerment & responsibility, and respect.
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SBAR Panel: Control of Emissions of Air Pollution From Nonroad Diesel Engines
SBAR panel on setting emission standards for certain nonroad diesel engines
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Greenhouse Gas Reporting in the Chemical Manufacturing Sector
Trend in greenhouse gas emissions from the chemical manufacturing sector for the 2022 Toxics Release Inventory National Analysis
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Region 7 States Air Quality Monitoring Plans - Missouri
National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) - Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska; Annual Monitoring Network Plans, Five-Year Monitoring Network Assessments, and approval documentation. Each year, states are required to submit an annual monitoring netwo
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Water and Wastewater Sector Supply Chain Resilience
This page will provide information for water and wastewater utilities to apply for a certification of need under Section 1441 of the Safe Drinking Water Act.
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Defense Production Act
Information on the Defense Production Act including how to use the DPA and FAQS for the Water Sector.
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Sanitary Surveys and Significant Deficiencies Training Presentations
Sanitary Surveys and Significant Deficiencies Training Presentation
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State Review Framework (SRF) - New Hampshire Final Reports
Details findings of the New Hampshire state review framework
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NPDES Permit Rating Worksheet
A rating worksheet.
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SDWA Section 1441 Certification of Need Decisions
Page that provides information on the recent FRN and decision for applications under SDWA Section 1441 in August 2021.
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Local Emergency Planning Committees
LEPCs develop an emergency response plan, review it at least annually, and provide information about chemicals in the community to citizens. Membership must include elected officials; police, fire, civil defense, and public health professionals, and more.
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EPCRA Emergency Release Notifications
Overview of emergency release notification requirements under Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act. If an accidental chemical release exceeds the applicable minimal reportable quantity, the facility must notify SERCs and the NRC.