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Environmental Courses - Descriptions
Course Description:
This course discusses different important sections of the Clean Water Act. The major component of the Clean Water Act is the NPDES Permit Program. The Clean Water Act prohibits anybody from discharging pollutants through a point source into the water of the United States unless they have an NPDES permit.
This course also provides basic information about the NPDES Permit Program, guidelines for permit writers, and the most updated EPA regulations regarding the NPDES Program. In addition, this course also covers water quality standards, TMDL Programs, and wetlands as described under CWA.
Learning Objectives:
•At the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to:
Discuss the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and water permitting programs
Identify and apply technology-based effluent limitation guidelines
•Identify and discuss secondary treatment standards requirements
•Describe regulations, provisions, limits, and calculations that apply to permit development
•Discuss independent and specific approaches to implementing water quality standards
•Discuss the use of total maximum daily load (TMDL) and wasteload allocation (WLA) models to analyze discharge of and receiving water
•Discuss the TMDL program, its regulations, interpretations, and implementation
•Describe the NPS management program, including the Section 319 federal grant program
•Discuss federal agency roles and responsibilities regarding wetland management and steps followed to comply with Section 404 policie
•Quiz Info:
◦Five questions at the end of each lesson
◦No mastery required
Final Exam Info:
20 questions
50% passing score
Identifying hazardous wastes according to RCRA regulations helps environmental professionals to determine how the waste must be managed.
This course covers identification of hazardous wastes, characteristics of hazardous wastes, and universal and miscellaneous wastes according to RCRA regulations. This course also discussed discarded material and excluded hazardous wastes in detail.
Apart from RCRA regulations, this course also covers Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) regulations in detail. A major objective of the TSCA is to characterize and evaluate the risks posed by a chemical to humans and the environment before the chemical is introduced into commerce.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to:
•Explain the RCRA hazardous waste identification process
•Properly identify hazardous wastes according to RCRA regulations
•Explain the RCRA special regulatory provisions, including mixture rule, derived-from rule, and the contain-in policy
•Discuss the elements of a waste management system for municipal solid waste and industrial waste
•Explain used oil management standards addressing such practices as storage, transportation, recordkeeping, and burning
•Explain the history and goal of the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA)
•Describe TSCA management programs to reduce risks from PCB, lead, asbestos, and mercury exposure
•Describe the purposes of the Universal Waste Rule
•Explain universal waste regulations for handling, labeling, and marking universal waste batteries, pesticides, lamps, and mercury-containing equipment
This training course consists of three parts. Part one will provide you with a general overview of the EPA Risk Management Program Rule and Requirements.
•Overview of the EPA Risk Management Program Rule
•EPA Risk Management Program Internal Compliance Auditing
•Maintaining Compliance with the EPA Risk Management Program Requirements
In Part two, using the EPA’s Risk Management Program inspection checklist, we will cover each of the requirements and clarify exactly what you need to do and document to meet EPA requirements and how to be prepared for a state or EPA inspection. Part three will provide with important tips and resources for achieving and maintaining compliance with the many Risk Management Program requirements.
The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) are designed to help federal, state, local authority and community to effectively prepare for and respond to chemical accidents and emergencies involving hazardous substances.
This course covers in detail the background, purpose, and requirements of CERCLA and EPCRA. It describes the initiatives and programs supported by the law. It prepares you to use Toxic Chemical Release Inventory analysis data, follow all reporting requirements, and identify liabilities for reporting requirement violations.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to:
•Discuss the background, purpose, and amendments to CERCLA
•Discuss how the Superfund works
•Describe the history and requirements of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)
•Identify the requirements and provisions of the EPCRA law related to reporting on hazardous and toxic chemicals
•Identify CERCLA and EPCRA release reporting requirements
•Identify the criteria that triggers reporting and procedures required for reporting
•Identify the liabilities for reporting violations
•Describe the Toxic Chemical Release Inventory data, its benefits and limitations
•Discuss the practices of disposals and releases
•Identify the requirements for disposing of persistent bioaccumulative toxic (PBT) chemicals
•Identify the ways TRI data is analyzed and discuss 2006 TRI data and year-to-year comparisons of data
Quiz Info:
•Five questions at the end of each lesson
•No mastery required
Final Exam Info:
•20 questions
50% passing score
Course Description:
Hazardous material, as defined by the US Department of Transportation (DOT) is "...a substance or material that...is capable of posing an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property when transported in commerce..." The US DOT requires training for everyone who handles processes and/or may offer hazardous materials in transportation.
This course broadly covers the US DOT's regulations in regards to the classification, identification, packaging, marking, labeling, documenting and placarding of hazardous materials in highway transportation. In addition, this course discusses security plans and proper emergency response to reduce risk associated with hazardous material transportation.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to:
•Describe the DOT requirements for the transportation of hazardous materials.
•Summarize who must comply with the Hazardous Materials Regulation.
•Identify special types of packaging required for a variety of hazardous materials.
•Recognize and respond to possible security threats.
Lessons covered:
•Lesson 1: US DOT Hazardous Materials Regulations
•Lesson 2: HAZMAT Compliance
•Lesson 3: Hazardous Material Shipment
•Lesson 4: Security
This course presents an in-depth view of the federal requirements for Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans. It also provides a complete analysis of the development of SPCC rules and regulations.
Development of SPCC plans requires detailed knowledge of the facility and the potential effects of any oil spill. Thus, this course includes such information as the current SPCC regulations, contingency plans, facility response plan, and reporting requirements to help prevent oil spills that could reach navigable waters of the United States or adjoining shorelines.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to:
•Discuss the SPCC rule purpose and requirements
•Determine if the SPCC rule applies to a specific facility
•Identify the requirements of an SPCC plan
•Determine if an oil discharge can reasonably be expected in quantities that may be harmful
•Determine if a container meets the capacity requirements
•Discuss the requirements of an SPCC plan review
•Describe the required content and purpose of facility diagrams
•Discuss the requirements and provisions for secondary containment systems
•Identify the reporting requirements for oil spills and permitted releases
•Discuss the purpose of and procedures for facility inspections
•Identify the components of the facility response plan
•Discuss the National Contingency Plan
•Discuss the Integrated Contingency Plan requirements
•Identify the security requirements for SPCC regulated facilities
Quiz Info:
•Five questions at the end of each lesson
•No mastery required
Final Exam Info:
•20 questions
•50% passing score
Course Description:
The Clean Air Act describes the legislative history regarding the reduction of atmospheric pollution. The United States Congress first passed the Air Pollution Control Act of 1955, then the Clean Air Act in 1963, followed by amendments in 1966, the Clean Air Act Extension in 1970, and further amendments in 1977 and 1990.
This course discusses the goals and importance of the Clean Air Act through its legislative history. Amendments have been implemented to these Acts, especially the 1990 Amendments which are covered in great detail in this course.
This course also covers how the Clean Air Act is designed to protect people and how well that goal has been accomplished. In addition, the course describes the purpose and requirements of the New Source Review (NSR) permitting program and the Title V permit program. The course ends with the Clear Skies Legislation which was proposed to reduce power plant emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOX), and mercury.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to:
•Discuss the history, importance, and amendments to the Air Pollution Control Act and the Clean Air Act
•Describe how the Clean Air Act protects human health and public welfare
•Discuss the purpose and requirements of the three types of New Source Review (NSR) permitting program, including permits of Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD), Non-Attainment, and Minor Source
•Discuss the 1990 Amendments to the Clean Air Act, including the establishment of Operating Permit Program, Title V permit program requirements, and the revised emission standards
•Explain the purpose of the Clear Skies Legislation
•Describe the purpose and importance of the Clean Air Interstate Rule (CAIR), Utility Reductions Mercury Rule, new standards for ozone and fine particulate standards, in reducing emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOX),and mercury
Quiz Info:
•Five questions at the end of each lesson
•No mastery required
Final Exam Info:
•20 questions
•50% passing score
The Clean Water Act (CWA) establishes the basic structure for regulating discharges of pollutants into the waters of the United States and regulating quality standards for surface waters.
This course broadly covers the historical background, purpose, and scope of the Clean Water Act. It also provides information about the Pollution Control Programs under the CWA, such as National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, protecting watersheds and sources of drinking water, control of polluted runoff, and providing support for municipal wastewater treatment plants.
In addition, this course discusses the monitoring, reporting, and recordkeeping under the Clean Water Act.
Topics Covered:
Lesson 1: Clean Water Act: The Law
•History Amendments
•Water Quality Standards
•Water Quality Monitoring
•Roles and Responsibilities
Lesson 2: CWA: Compliance and Monitoring
•National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
•Pretreatment of Wastewater (Industrial Users)
•Biosolids (POTW sludge)
•Oil Spill Prevention
•Industrial Stormwater
•Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs)
•Municipal Stormwater
•Wetlands (Section 404)
•Wastewater trading Program
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to:
•Explain the background and purpose of Clean Water Act Regulations
•Identify different measures to control water quality standards
•Identify different sources of water pollution
•Discuss the Clean Water Act compliance and monitoring procedures
•Explain the current and future strategies of EPA to prevent water pollution
•Discuss the scope and regulatory framework of the NPDES program
Quiz Info:
•Five questions at the end of each lesson
•No mastery required
Final Exam Info:
•20 questions
•50% passing score
Course Description:
This course provides an in-depth review of the federal requirements for SPCC plans and a complete analysis of the development of SPCC rules and regulations.
Development of SPCC plans requires detailed knowledge of the facility and the potential effects of any oil spill. This course provides information about the current SPCC regulations, contingency plans, facility response plans, and reporting requirements to help prevent oil spills that could reach navigable waters of the United States or adjoining shorelines.
Topics Covered:
Lesson 1: Spill Prevention and Release Reporting
•Pollution Prevention
•SPCC Amendments
•SPCC Rule
•The SPCC Plan
•Secondary Containment Requirements
•Oil Spills
Lesson 2: CWA: Compliance and Monitoring
•Facility Inspections
•Security Requirements
•Emergency Management
•Discharge Response
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to:
•Explain the most updated SPCC regulations
•Prepare, review, and design SPCC Plans
•Describe the importance of Emergency Management at facilities
•Identify the substantial harm criteria
•Design and implement Facility Response Plan and Integrated Contingency Plan
Quiz Info:
•Five questions at the beginning of the course (pre-assessment)
•Five questions at the end of each lesson
•70% passing score
Final Exam Info:
•20 questions
•70% passing score
CATEGORY:
General Industry
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course specifies the materials handling and storage procedures developed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to reduce injuries resulting from mishandling or improper storage.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
•Understand general material handling concepts
•Service multi-piece and single-piece rim wheels
•Identify powered industrial trucks
•Maintain overhead and gantry cranes
•Understand the safety requirements for crawler, locomotive, and truck cranes
•Identify different types of slings
•Understand the requirements for inspecting derricks
•Recognize the safety requirements for helicopter operations
TOPICS COVERED:
•Using Material Handling Equipment
•Tire Servicing Equipment
•Wheel Component Acceptability
•Safety Operating Procedure
•Powered Industrial Trucks
•Overhead and Gantry Cranes
•Crawlers, Locomotives and Truck Cranes
•Slings
•Derricks
•Helicopters
REGULATORY REQUIREMENT:
Please see the state/regulatory requirement from the course catalog page.
SEAT TIME:
This course has been approved for 1 hour.
COURSE PRE-REQUISITE:
N/A
TESTING:
Quizzes - All quizzes must be passed with a 100% to proceed forward to the next lesson.
Final Exam- Final Exam must be passed with a 70% to pass the course. The final exam can be taken three times if necessary.
CATEGORY:
Construction
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is designed for people working in the construction industry who are exposed to health hazards and chemicals during the course of their work. Topics include definitions, hazard communication standard, asbestos standards, MDA, lead, worker protection programs, process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals, and cadmium. This course focuses on the topics covered in OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart D.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
•What is OSHA hazard communication standard?
• What are the benefits of Hazard communication standard?
•What is the asbestos standard for construction?
•What is the permissible exposure limit?
•How to perform exposure monitoring?
TOPICS COVERED:
· Introduction
· What Are Hazardous Substances?
· Exposure to Hazardous Substances
· Container Labeling
· Material Safety Data Sheet – MSDS
· Asbestos
· MDA - Methylenedianiline
REGULATORY REQUIREMENT:
Please see the state/regulatory requirement from the course catalog page.
SEAT TIME:
This course has been approved for 1 hour.
COURSE PRE-REQUISITE:
N/A
TESTING:
Quizzes - All quizzes must be passed with a 100% to proceed forward to the next lesson.
Final Exam- Final Exam must be passed with a 70% to pass the course. The final exam can be taken three times if necessary.
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Guidance for the Clean Water Act (CWA) from the FedCenter
40 CFR 112, Animal and Vegetable Fats Applicability
EPA discussion on aspects of 40 CFR 112, Animal and Vegetable Fats Applicability.
40 CFR 112, Section by Section Analysis (PDF 1.01 MB)
Starting on page 47058 of the attached file, a section by section, paragraph by paragraph discussion is recorded as to the intent of the regulation.
Common Local Pretreatment Program Deficiencies
Published by EPA Region 9 in February 2004, this document lists common findings of noncompliance when local pretreatment programs are evaluated.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Regulation and the Oil Pollution Act (OPA) (PDF 43.82 KB)
The memorandum addresses such topics as secondary containment for bulk storage facilities; deviations from rule requirements; fencing requirements; overfill prevention; integrity testing; use of tank trucks for storage; agreements with clean-up contractors; SPCC plan amendments; and other issues.
FY 07 National Water Program Guidance
The Guidance describes priorities for the National Water Program for FY 2007, outlines the strategy for accomplishing specific environmental goals in the coming year, and identifies measures of progress to be used to assess progress. EPA Regions will use the Guidance in working with States and Tribes to develop workplans and related materials and will use "targets" for measures in the Guidance as a point of reference for making "commitments" under the measures.
FY06 National Water Program Guidance
This document details the steps to be taken in FY06 towards meeting the EPA water program’s strategic plan.
Guidance on "Waters of the United States" under the CWA
Updates and background information regarding the scope of term "Waters of the United States" protected under the CWA.
Local Limits Development Guidance
EPA 833-R-04-002A, July 2004
The Office of Wastewater Management of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) Office of Water prepared this guidance document to assist municipalities that own or operate publicly owned treatment works (POTWs) in developing and implementing local pretreatment programs. It discusses issues such as how to determine pollutants of concern, the data needed to develop local limits, and implementing local limits.
National Water Program Strategic Plan 2004 – 2008
This document details the steps to be taken in FY06 towards meeting the EPA water program’s strategic plan.
Policy, Guidance, and Strategies Used in the Enforcement of the CWA
Guidance on the following issues is presented here: federal enforcement in combined sewer overflows (CSO)/sanitary sewer overflows (SSO) cases; application of pesticides to the waters of the U.S.; concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs); and management, operation, and maintenance programs for SSOs.
Qualifying Local Programs for Construction Site Stormwater Runoff
This memorandum, dated 8 May 2006, is from the EPA Office of Water Assistant Administrator to the Regional Directors, Water Division Directors, and Branch Chiefs. The memorandum urges the use of the “qualifying local program” provision for the management and oversight of stormwater runoff from construction activities. This provision offers the opportunity to increase administrative efficiencies in the stormwater program by formally recognizing local construction management programs that meet or exceed the provisions in EPA's construction general permit.
SPCC Guidance for Regional Inspectors
Issued on December 2, 2005, the guidance document is intended to assist regional inspectors in reviewing a facility's implementation of the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule at 40 CFR part 112 and understanding the rule's applicability, and to help clarify the role of the inspector in the review and evaluation of the performance-based SPCC requirements. The guidance document is also available to owners and operators of facilities that may be subject to the requirements of the SPCC rule and the general public on how EPA intends the SPCC rule to be implemented. The document is designed to provide a consistent national policy on several SPCC-related issues.
Stormwater Permit Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPPs) Example: Small Commercial Sites
This example SWPPP represents a hypothetical project for the construction of a postal and distribution center on less than 5 acres in New Hampshire. See attachments (2).
The Navy Installation NPDES Permit Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Guidance (DOC 156.67 KB)
This guidance provides detailed information for submitting accurate discharge monitoring reports (DMRs) on time in order to reduce the occurrence of noncompliance findings due to incomplete or late DMR submittals.
Water Quality Trading Toolkit for Permit Writers
This is EPA's first "how-to" manual on designing and implementing water quality trading programs. The Toolkit helps NPDES permitting authorities incorporate trading provisions into permits. You can order a hardcopy of the document (#EPA-833-R-07-004) from the National Service Center for Environmental Publications (NSCEP) at 513-489-8190, 800-490-9198, or nscep@bps-lmit.com. Contact: Ginny Kibler, 202-564-0596, virginia.kibler@epa.gov
Watershed-Based NPDES Permitting Technical Guidance
The intent of this document is to help integrate NPDES permits into watershed management plans. The guidance supports approaches to permitting that may help target your watershed's most pressing environmental needs, help achieve water quality-based effluent limitations based on water quality standards, and provide opportunities for cost reductions and improved efficiencies such as water quality trading. The guidance includes case studies describing how watershed approaches involving NPDES permitting have been implemented across the country. POC is Pat Bradley, 202-564-0729, bradley.patrick@epa.gov
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