Remedial Action Assessment System (RAAS): A computer-based methodology for conducting feasibility studies

Conference · Fri Feb 01 04:00:00 EST 1991

OSTI ID:6267056

Buelt, J L; Stottlemyre, J A; White, M K

Because of the great complexity and number of potential waste sites facing the US Department of Energy (DOE) for potential cleanup, the DOE is supporting the development of a computer-based methodology to streamline the remedial investigation/feasibility study process required for DOE operable units. DOE operable units are generally more complex in nature because of the existence of multiple waste sites within many of the operable units and the presence of mixed radioactive and hazardous chemical wastes. Consequently, Pacific Northwest Laboratory (PNL) is developing the Remedial Action Assessment System (RAAS), which is aimed at screening, linking, and evaluating established technology process options in support of conducting feasibility studies under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). It is also intended to do the same in support of corrective measures studies required by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). This paper presents the characteristics of two RAAS prototypes currently being developed. These include the RAAS Technology Information System, which accesses information on technologies in a graphical and tabular manner, and the main RAAS methodology, which screens, links, and evaluates remedial technologies. 4 refs., 3 figs., 1 tab.

• Research Organization: Pacific Northwest Lab., Richland, WA (USA)
• Sponsoring Organization: DOE/NE
• DOE Contract Number: AC06-76RL01830
• OSTI ID: 6267056
• Report Number(s): PNL-SA-18882; CONF-910287--4; ON: DE91008207
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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FEASIBILITY STUDIES
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
INFORMATION SYSTEMS
MANAGEMENT
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NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
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