by Caltha, LLP | Feb 6, 2018 | Waste
On February 24, 2017, EPA issued a response to an inquiry about what does and does not meet EPA’s definitions of “scrap metal” and “processed scrap metal,” as they relate to scrap tantalum anodes, wire, pellets, pins, and powders. RCRA defines scrap metal as...
by Caltha, LLP | Feb 6, 2018 | EPCRA
In 2008, EPA published a final rule that exempted most farms from certain release reporting requirements under CERCLA and Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA). The rule exempted animal farms from reporting hazardous substance air releases from...
by Caltha, LLP | Feb 5, 2018 | Spill Prevention
What Is A Flammable Waste Trap? A flammable waste trap is sometimes called an oil-water separator. It is typically located underground, often under the floor of a building. It is intended to retain low density liquids (usually oils and fuel) from wastewater so that...
by Caltha, LLP | Feb 5, 2018 | FAQ, Hazardous Materials, Spill Prevention
Do I Need A Permit To Install an Aboveground Tank? Answer: Possibly. There are a number of possible requirements including tank registrations, notifications, and applying for a formal tank permit, all of which are sometimes referred to as a “permit”. These...
by Caltha, LLP | Feb 4, 2018 | Environmental Site Assessment
How Much Does A Phase 1 Environmental Assessment Cost? Answer: Cost for a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment will typically be $1,600-$1,900. This Phase 1 would meet ASTM E1527-13, Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments: Phase I Environmental Site...
