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Secondary containment for oil-filled operation equipment under SPCC
On December 26, 2006, EPA provided an optional alternative to the general secondary containment requirements in 40 CFR §112.7(c) for qualified oil-filled operational equipment (71 FR 77266). Because the alternative is optional, an owner or operator could choose to comply with the existing SPCC
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Should wastewater workers take extra precautions to protect themselves from the COVID-19 virus?
Wastewater treatment plant operations should ensure workers follow routine practices to prevent exposure to wastewater. These include using engineering and administrative controls, safe work practices, and personal protective equipment normally required for work tasks when handling untreated
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Can EPA waive any other provisions of the Procurement Standards in 2 CFR Part 200, if necessary, to respond to COVID-19?
Revised per the March 19, 2021 OMB Guidance. Yes, the March 19, 2021 OMB Guidance allows agencies to waive the procurement requirements contained in 2 CFR § 200.319(c) regarding geographical preferences and 2 CFR § 200.321 regarding contracting with small and minority businesses, women’s business
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Will EPA extend the dates for financial and performance reporting if a recipient impacted by COVID-19 is unable to comply with existing requirements?
Revised per the March 19, 2021 OMB Guidance. Yes. As stated in the March 19, 2021 OMB Guidance: Awarding agencies may allow recipients to delay submission of financial, performance and other reports up to three months beyond the normal due date. If an agency allows such a delay, recipients may
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May EPA recipients and subrecipients with EPA as their cognizant or oversight agency delay filing of their Single Audits with the Federal Audit Clearinghouse due to disruptions caused by the COVID-19 public health emergency?
Revised per the March 19, 2021 OMB Guidance. Yes, the March 19, 2021 OMB Guidance (PDF) provides: Awarding agencies, in their capacity as cognizant or oversight agencies for audit, may allow recipients and subrecipients that have not yet filed their single audits with the Federal Audit Clearinghouse
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If an EPA grant recipient is carrying out a project that will not be completed due to delays in performance what will EPA do?
When a project cannot be carried out, and the scope of work cannot be revised to provide for other allowable activities, EPA will work with the recipient to partially terminate the agreement. For example, if a project requires sampling during a particular season and the time limited funds (i.e., EPM
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Where can I find the most up-to-date information and resources about Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
The Biden-Harris Plan to Beat COVID-19: Review details of the Biden-Harris plan to beat COVID-19 and download The National Strategy for the COVID-19 Response and Pandemic Preparedness. Coronavirus.gov – public information provided by the U.S. government related to Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) CDC
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Will an Ozone Generator protect me and my family from COVID-19?
No, do not use ozone generators in occupied spaces. When used at concentrations that do not exceed public health standards, ozone applied to indoor air does not effectively remove viruses, bacteria, mold, or other biological pollutants. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's website
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Is tap water safe to use for hand washing?
EPA recommends that Americans continue to use and drink tap water as usual. According to the CDC, washing your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds helps prevent the spread of COVID-19. Read CDC’s handwashing guidance. Return to Frequent Questions about Drinking Water and
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Are cancellation fees for travel or facility rental allowable?
Generally, yes, subject to the reasonableness requirement of 2 CFR 200.404. Recipients must demonstrate that they acted with prudence in scheduling the travel or event requiring facility rental for in-person events given the uncertainties stemming from COVID-19. Any determinations by authorized EPA
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Are recipient costs associated with 3D printing of Personal Protective Equipment and Supplies (PPES) for donations allowable?
Not without a regulatory exception. The class exception for donations of equipment and supplies provided by the April 9, 2020, OMB Guidance (PDF) expired on June 16, 2020. Therefore, OGD must provide an exception from 2 CFR 200.443(a) regarding the allowability of the costs of donations and the
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Will there be flexibility regarding inspection requirements under EPA grants to states, tribes or local governments such as those relating to RCRA large quantity generators, 3-year periodic inspection of USTs, and similar inspection requirements incorporated into the terms of EPA grants?
Any flexibility in inspection requirements incorporated into grant work plans and/or grant terms and conditions depends on applicable statutes and regulations. Recipients should direct requests for direction regarding inspection requirements contained in grants to their Grant Specialist and Project
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Can I apply a product using a method that is not specified in the directions for use?
List N: Disinfectants for Use Against SARS-CoV-2 View List N, a searchable and sortable list of products for use against SARS-CoV-2, the novel human coronavirus that causes COVID-19. Any time you use an EPA-registered disinfectant, you should read the product label and follow the directions
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Will there be flexibility with regard to public notice requirements for permits, etc.? (Par ex. Public meetings prohibited; libraries closed)
Consistent with the Presidential Proclamation on Declaring a National Emergency Concerning the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Outbreak and state and local stay-at-home directives, EPA is supportive of holding public hearings and meetings virtually in order to continue to provide meaningful
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What information has EPA shared to provide the public, the regulated community and other government agencies with the most complete and up to date information on actions related to COVID-19?
EPA has established a Coronavirus website to provide information related to the public health emergency. Visit the EPA Coronavirus (COVID-19) website. Return to Frequent Questions about Waste and Coronavirus (COVID-19).
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