Hazardous Material Management and Hazard Communication

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Hazardous Material Management and Hazard Communication

Question 1


Explain the concept of Risk-Based Corrective Action (RCBA). Why is this concept used in hazardous waste remediation?

Your response must be at least 150 words in length

Question 2

Discuss the precautions necessary for the safe handling of a hazardous waste that exhibits the characteristics of ignitibility and toxicity.

Your response must be at least 150 words in length

Question 3


What should prospective buyers of commercial property do in order to protect themselves from liability under CERCLA?

Your response must be at least 150 words in length.

Question 4

Discuss the relationships between RCRA, CERCLA, SARA, and EPCRA. Why do you think there are so many different laws governing hazardous materials and hazardous waste?

Your response must be at least 150 words in length

Question 5

Your company has a refrigeration system that uses anhydrous ammonia (CAS registry #7664-41-7). The system is going to be replaced, and the ammonia on-hand is to be discarded. Is this disposal subject to RCRA Subtitle C regulations? Explain how you reached your decision.

Your response must be at least 300 words in length.

Question 6

What are some important considerations for selecting a hazardous waste transporter? What might be some of the consequences of making a poor selection?

Your response must be at least 300 words in length