Environmental project management using fast track methods to save time and money
- Eaton Corp., Cleveland, OH (United States)
- Hydro Group, Inc., Bridgewater, NJ (United States)
In 1992, Eaton Corporation (a major manufacturer of automotive, electronic controls and truck components) expedited installation of a groundwater recovery and treatment system to contain and remove a chlorinated solvent plume. The contamination (caused by a previous owner) was present in groundwater at significant concentrations in the unconsolidated material and fractured rock beneath the site. Standard groundwater project procedures typically involve completion of plume delineation prior to remediation. However, substantial delays were anticipated due to agency review of investigation reports and non-technical off site issues. Therefore, Eaton partnered with the state agency and initiated a ``fast track`` project approach. This paper presents a case history describing both project management methods and the technical approach used to expedite installation of the remediation system, and identify the resulting benefits. The approach allowed Eaton to bypass regulatory delays and install a barrier well system to contain and treat contaminated groundwater within eight months. It demonstrates how well established project management practices can be applied to site remediation to avoid costly delays, expedite project completion and protect the environment.
- OSTI ID:
- 69774
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-941189-; ISBN 1-56590-016-2; TRN: IM9529%%162
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: SUPERFUND XV: 15th environmental conference and exhibition for the hazardous materials/hazardous waste management industry, Washington, DC (United States), 29 Nov - 1 Dec 1994; Other Information: PBD: 1994; Related Information: Is Part Of Superfund XV conference proceedings. Volume 2; PB: 877 p.
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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