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  • Do the risk management program regulations cover the loading and unloading of transportation containers?

    Would the risk management program regulations cover the loading and unloading of transportation containers? The definition of stationary source includes transportation containers used for storage not incident to transportation and transportation containers connected to equipment at a stationary source for loading or unloading (40 CFR Section 68.3). In a January…

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  • Which chemicals are covered by the general duty provisions?

    For CAA section 112(r)(1), General Duty, what are the chemicals that are covered? There is no specific list of substances which subject a stationary source owner or operator to the general duty provisions. The general duty provisions apply to owners and operators of all stationary sources which have any "extremely…

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  • How large would a pipe have to be to contain a threshold amount of methane?

    An owner or operator of a stationary source that has more than a threshold quantity of a regulated substance in a process must comply with the requirements in 40 CFR Part 68. How large would a pipe have to be to contain a threshold amount (10,000 pounds) of methane? Assuming…

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  • Can EPA add chemicals to the list of regulated substances under Part 68?

    Can EPA on its own initiative add chemicals to the list, or must it receive a petition from an outside party first and then follow the petition process? EPA may revise the list of regulated substances at the discretion of the Administrator or as a result of petitions. Modifications to…

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  • Can I plant my vegetable garden and/or farm field?

    There is no reason to believe that the particles in the smoke produced from the train derailment fire contain substances at levels of concern on residential, recreational, or agricultural properties. As an extra step, EPA is directing that soil sampling be conducted in areas most impacted by smoke and particles…

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  • Can we use our football field? What about cross country running?

    In addition to our overall guidance about soil use and safety, part of the soil sampling plan has been targeted toward recreational sites. If any results indicate a concern, the public will be informed. At this point, there are no concerns with outdoor activities or sports, except for inside Sulfur…

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  • Should I get tested?

    We have heard residents’ concerns about potential exposure to vinyl chloride. EPA air monitoring data results show vinyl chloride below levels of health concerns. Available biological tests do not accurately assess exposure to vinyl chloride at levels present from this incident.

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  • Can I use the East Palestine City Park?

    Yes. Results show that levels of dioxin and semi-volatile organic compounds are well below any levels that we would consider restricting activities, and all are either at or below typical background levels for soil in the United States. In addition, the village has cleaned all recreational equipment, including the pool…

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  • What else can cause urine to test positive for thiodiglycolic acid?

    Thiodiglycolic acid is commonly found in general populations who have not been exposed to vinyl chloride. Some sources can include: Certain foods including raw onions, meat, poultry, and seafood. Some medications, including Zyrtec, and vitamins. Alcoholic beverages. Smoke, including from wood fireplaces, cooking, and cigarettes. Some household products including paints…

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  • If I get a urine test for vinyl chloride, what does that indicate?

    Urine tests show the level of thiodiglycolic acid–a break-down product of vinyl chloride. A complete lab report will show your thiodiglyocolic acid results compared to the normal range commonly found in people in the United States. But this test does not reliably indicate exposure to vinyl chloride. There are several…

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  • What is the content of Part 68, Subpart F and when was it promulgated?

    The regulatory text of the June 20, 1996, Risk Management Program Rule ( 61 FR 31668 ) does not include Subpart F. What is the content of Subpart F and when was it promulgated? Subpart F of 40 CFR Part 68 consists of the regulations concerning the list of regulated…

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  • What is the definition of "process"?

    Process, as defined at 40 CFR §68.3, means any activity involving a regulated substance, including any use, storage, manufacturing, handling, or on-site movement of such substances, or combination of these activities. Any group of vessels that are interconnected, or separate vessels that are located such that a regulated substance could…

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  • What is the definition of a retail facility?

    A flammable substance listed in 40 CFR §68.130 is excluded from the Risk Management Program regulations when it is used as a fuel or held for sale as a fuel at a retail facility (§68.126). What is the definition of a retail facility for the purposes of this exclusion? A…

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  • What does "contiguous property" mean?

    Property that is adjoining. Public rights-of-way (e.g., railroads, highways) do not prevent property from being considered contiguous. Property connected only by rights-of-way are not considered contiguous (e.g., two plants with a connecting pipeline).

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  • Do exemptions for gasoline and hydrocarbon mixtures apply to toxic substances?

    The amendments to the List Rule ( 63 FR 640; January 6, 1998) added exemptions from threshold determination for regulated substances in gasoline that is in distribution or related storage for use as fuel for internal combustion engines, and for regulated substances in naturally occurring hydrocarbon mixtures prior to processing…

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