PCBs mixed with hazardous waste, radionuclides pose dual dilemma
Journal Article
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· Hazmat World; (United States)
OSTI ID:7239746
- Fernald Environmental Restoration Management Corp., Fernald, OH (United States)
Many radiologically contaminated facilities face the dilemma of managing PCBs and PCB items for which treatment and disposal technologies are limited or non-existent. Technology limitations have led to unexpected costs associated with pursuing effective treatment and disposal methods, as well as potential penalties for non-compliance with regulatory requirements. PCBs and PCB items typically are managed and disposed in accordance with TSCA regulations. However, when facilities also must contend with PCBs further contaminated with radioactive or hazardous constituents, other confusing and frustrating consequences follow. Excavating and removing soils, debris and other media also may yield wastes contaminated radioactively and with RCRA-hazardous materials. Managing PCBs under TSCA is distinct from managing PCBs mixed with wastes regulated under RCRA or the Atomic Energy Act (AEA). Facilities subject to CERCLA regulation also face Superfund program goals, minimum cleanup levels and expectations for remedial actions.
- OSTI ID:
- 7239746
- Journal Information:
- Hazmat World; (United States), Journal Name: Hazmat World; (United States) Vol. 7:4; ISSN HMWOED; ISSN 0898-5685
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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Health
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54 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
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Terrestrial-- Chemicals Monitoring & Transport-- (1990-)
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Terrestrial-- Radioactive Materials Monitoring & Transport-- (1990-)
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