1st Edition
Environmental Management Handbook Toxic Chemical Materials and Wastes
Explores scientific and regulatory issues within the framework of a program for the management of toxic substances. Covers all major elements of toxic handling and treatment/disposal. Includes listings of government agency contacts, hotline, reporting, and regulated toxics. Intended for environmenta
Preface
Abbreviations and Acronyms
Part I: Toxins Regulations
What Are Toxic Chemicals?
Applications of Toxicity Data
References
Other References Available
Regulatory Programs Governing Toxics Management
TSCA
FWPCA
CAA
RCRA
CERCLA
Pesticides
Radiation
DOT
OSHA
Appendix: OSHA Definitions of Health
Hazards
References
Other References Available
Part II: Handling
Health and Safety Considerations
Administrative and Engineering Controls
Personal Protective Equipment
Ensembles
Exposure Treatment
References
Other References Available
Sampling and Analysis Test Methods for Air, Water, and Solid Waste
Air Sampling Test Methods
Air Analysis Test Methods
Water Sampling Test Methods
Water Analysis Test Methods
Solid Waste Sampling and Analysis Test Methods
PCB Sampling and Analysis Test Methods
Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Chain of Custody
References
Other References Available
Storage
Storage of Hazardous Wastes
Storage of Polychlorinated Biphenyls
References
Other References Available
Transportation
Pretransportation Requirements
Off-Site Transport (Mode-Specific) Requirements
Accident and Incident Reporting
Special Technical Guidelines
References
Other References Available
Part III: Treatment and Disposal
Coast Considerations
Under RCRA
Under CERCLA
References
On-site Versus Off-Site Options
References
Minimization
At the Cradle
At the Grave
Waste Exchanges
References
Treatment
Physical Methods
Chemical Methods
Thermal Methods
Biological Methods
Technical Data and Descriptions
References
Approved Disposal Methods
Deep-well Injection
Land Disposal Systems
Chemical Dechlorination/ Destruction
Incineration
Approved Hazardous Waste Disposal Methods
Approved PCB Disposal Methods
Mixed Waste
References
Treatment and Disposal Methods Under Development
References
Other References Available
Future Trends
References
Part IV: Appendices
Appendix 1. U.S. EPA Regional Hazardous Waste Offices
Appendix 2. U.S. EPA Regional PCB Disposal Contacts
Appendix 3. State Hazardous Waste Management Agencies
Appendix 4. Information Telephone Numbers on Chemicals, Hazardous Materials Transportation, and Hazardous Waste Management
Appendix 5. Types of Business Likely to Produce Hazardous Wastes
Appendix 6. Support Documents from EPA: Solid Waste Management and Superfund Programs
Appendix 7. Applicable Vendors and Service Firms
A7.1 Analytical and Laboratory Services
A7.2 Cleanup and Spill Response Services
A7.3 Hazardous Materials and Hazardous Waste Management Services
A7.4 Recycling and Reclaiming Services
A7.5 Transportation Services
A7.6 Treatment Services
A7.7 Other Related Environmental Services
Appendix 8. Sample Material Safety Data Sheet
Appendix 9. Compatibility Chart: Structural Materials vs. Chemical
Appendix 10. Excerpt from DOT Hazardous Materials Table
Appendix 11. Summary of PCB Spill Cleanup Policy
A11.1 Definition of a Spill
A11.2 Applicability of the Policy
A11.3 Postcleanup Sampling Requirements
A11.4 Final Cleanup Standards
Appendix 12. Leak Testing and Remediation
Appendix 13. SDWA Compliance Schedule: 1988 Update
Appendix 14. Right-to-Know Compliance Timetable
Appendix 15. Common Chemical Toxicants Found at Hazardous Waste Sites: Their Health Effects and Medical Monitoring
Appendix 16. NIOSH and OSHA Regional Offices
Index
Biography
Leopold Kokoszka, Jared W.Flood