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Superfund TIO videos. Set A. Removal process: Planning and initiating removals, managing removals, non-CERCLA funded removals. Part 3 Audio-Visual

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:6797763
The videotape is divided into three sections. Section 1 outlines the major components of planning and initiating a removal, such as identifying appropriate response actions, preparing an Action Memorandum (AM), projecting the cost of the removal, obtaining site access, setting up a command post, and overseeing the development of the required plans. The resources available to the OSC to conduct a removal also are discussed. Section 2 discusses the OSC's role in managing the removal and describes how to obtain resources and how to manage site activities and monitor costs. The statutory limits of a removal and the importance of documenting site activities accurately and completely also are outlined. Section 3 outlines the OSC's role in removal actions conducted by parties other than EPA OSCs. Discussed are CERCLA removals conducted by PRPs, States, Federal facilities and Indian tribes. Underground Storage Tank (UST) assessment and removal under Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) authority is also discussed.
Research Organization:
Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC (United States). Technology Innovation Office
OSTI ID:
6797763
Report Number(s):
PB-93-781441/XAB
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English