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Was there any consideration for cleaning outside structures or conducting additional residential soil sampling?
Cleaning under this program includes only the inside of structures. Based on soil sampling results from the Phase 1 soil sampling program, additional soil sampling is not necessary. You can find additional information on the EPA website.
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How can we be assured that this cleaning will remove any persistent hazardous material or substances?
Based on air monitoring and sampling conducted in and around the community, there is no evidence to suggest there is contamination of concern inside structures.
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Can I leave my car or other vehicles on my property while I am away?
The cleaning team will need workspace outside of your home or place of business to set up trailers and equipment. If it is determined that your vehicles need to be moved, you should arrange to temporarily remove them from your property.
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Newsletter: East Palestine Train Derailment Response, 7-8-2024
Newsletter May 23 2024 for East Palestine Train Derailment Response
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Do I have to sign an access agreement?
Yes. After you meet with representatives from EPA and Norfolk Southern to discuss the cleanup of your home or place of business and agree to move forward with the cleaning, you will be asked to sign an access agreement. This form documents the occupant giving EPA permission to access the…
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WIIN Act Section 2105: Reducing Lead in Drinking Water Tribal Grant Program
Overview of the WIIN Act Section 2105 tribal grant program, Reducing Lead in Drinking Water.
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Supporting Private Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) with the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund
the Lead Elimination Assistance Program (LEAP) provides solutions to private sides LSL replacements
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Solutia Inc. Facility Current Documents, Reports and Graphics for 2014
Documents, Reports and Graphics for Solutia Inc.
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Solutia Inc. Facility Current Documents, Reports and Graphics for 2016
Documents, Reports and Graphics for Solutia Inc.
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Laws, Regulations and Policies that Affect Tribes and Native Alaska Villages
Fundamental information on how EPA works with federally recognized tribes to protect human health and the environment in Indian country.
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EPA Policy for the Administration of Environmental Programs on Indian Reservations (EPA Indian Policy)
1984 policy by William D. Ruckelshaus outlining EPA's dealing with Tribal Governments and in responding to the problems of environmental management on America Indian reservations in order to protect human health and the environment.
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Draft Site Management and Monitoring Plan (SMMP) for the Charleston Ocean Dredged Material Disposal Site (ODMDS)
Charleston, SC Ocean Dredged Material Disposal Site Management and Monitoring Plan joint update
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Method 201 - PM10 Emissions - Exhaust Gas Recycle Procedure
Promulgated CFR Test Method 201 Determination of PM10 Emissions (exhaust gas recycle procedure).
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Method 104 - Beryllium Emissions Determination
Promulgated CFR Method 104 Determination of beryllium emissions from stationary sources
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Method 103 - Beryllium Screening Method
Promulgated CFR Test Method 103 - Beryllium Screening Method
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Method 14A - Total Fluoride Emissions from Selected Sources at Primary Aluminum Plants
CFR Promulgated Test Method 14A Determination of Total Fluoride Emissions From Selected Sources at Primary Aluminum Production Facilities
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Method 102 - Mercury from Chlor-Alkali Plants - Hydrogen Streams
Promulgated CFR Test Method 102 Determination of particulate and gaseous mercury emissions from chlor-alkali plants (hydrogen streams)
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Method 24A - Publication Rotogravure Inks and Related Publication Rotogravure Coatings
CFR Promulgated Test Method 24A Determination of Volatile Matter Content and Density of Publication Rotogravure Inks and Related Publication Rotogravure Coatings
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Method 20 - Nitrogen Oxides from Stationary Gas Turbines
CFR Promulgated Test Method 20 Determination of Nitrogen Oxides, Sulfur Dioxide, and Diluent Emissions From Stationary Gas Turbines
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Method 17 - In-Stack Particulate
CFR Promulgated Test Method 17 Determination of Particulate Matter (PM) Emissions From Stationary Sources