Environmental Management Handbook

Explores scientific and regulatory issues within the framework of a program for the management of toxic substances. Covers all major elements of toxic handling and treatment/disposal. Includes listings of government agency contacts, hotline, reporting, and regulated toxics. Intended for environmenta

Leopold C. Kokoszka, Buonicore-Cashman Associates, Inc. Shelton, Connecticut. Jared W Flood formerly of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Washington, D.C.

Preface, PART I: Toxics Regulation 1 What Are Toxic Chemicals? 2 Regulatory Programs Governing Toxics Management PART II: Handling 3 Health and Safety Considerations 4 Sampling and Analysis Test Methods for Air, Water, and Solid Waste 5 Storage 6 Transportation PART III: Treatment and Disposal 7 Cost Considerations 8 On-Site Versus Off-Site Options 9 Minimization 10 Treatment 11 Approved Disposal Methods 12 Treatment and Disposal Methods Under Development 13 Future Trends PART IV: Appendices