Solved by a verified expert:BOS 3125 Unit #1 Question
Question 1
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. You
are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your
response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced;
paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Question 2
Discuss three waste minimization strategies that could be
used by a small business classified as a small quantity generator. Provide
examples for each strategy.
Your response must be at least 150 words in length. You
are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response.
All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and
quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Question 3
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. You
are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your
response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced;
paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Question 4
Discuss the major differences between a conditionally
exempt small quantity generator (CESQG) and a small generator (SQG). What are
some of the possible problems when classifying your organization as a CESQG?
Your response must be at least 150 words in length. You
are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your
response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced;
paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Question 5
A research lab uses acetone as a solvent for cleaning
glassware. The spent solvent is consolidated into containers for disposal. Use
the decision chart in Figure 1 (p. 6 of your textbook) to determine if this
disposal is subject to RCRA Subtitle C regulations. Explain how you reached
your decision.
Your response must be at least 300 words in length. You
are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your
response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced;
paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Question 6
What are some important considerations for selecting a
transfer, storage, and disposal facility (TSDF)? Which ones should be first on
the list when conducting an audit of a TSDF? Explain your choices.
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