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Stabilization Plan
Site:
Soil/Sludge Remedial Action
JFD Electronics/Channel Master Site
620 West Industry Drive Road
Oxford, Granville County, North Carolina
Prepared for:
ARCADIS Geraghty & Miller, Inc.
230 I Rexwoods Drive
Suite 102
Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Prepared by:
Earth Tech, Inc.
7870 Villa Park Drive, Suite 400
Richmond, Virginia 23228
June 8, 2000
Earth Tech Project No. 41105.01
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Client: ARCADIS Geraghty & Miller, Inc.
Project Name: Stabilization Plan for JFD Electronics/Channel Master
Earth Tech Joh No.: 41105.01
This document has been reviewed for technical content and quality, clarity, and style in accordance with
the internal QA/QC procedures of Earth Tech.
Acknowledgements:
Technical Review:
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Table of Contents
1.0 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................. I
1.1 Site Description and Background .................................................................................................. 1
1.2 Stabilization Requirements and Scope of Work ............................................................................ 1
2.0 STABILIZATION REAGENT ......................................................................................................... 2
3.0 PROPOSED STABILIZATION APPROACH ................................................................................. 2
3.1 Equipment for Stabilization in Rollo ff Boxes ............................................................................... 3
3 .2 Process ........................................................................................................................................... 3
3.3 Test Pile ......................................................................................................................................... 4
3.4 Quantities and Calculations ........................................................................................................... 4
3.5 Curing Time ................................................................................................................................... 4
3.6 Site Layout ..................................................................................................................................... 4
4.0 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ............................................................................................... 4
4.1 Dust Control ................................................................................................................................... 4
4.2 Potential Portland Type I Cement Release Hazard ....................................................................... 5
4.3 Storing and Staging Materials ....................................................................................................... 5
5.0 SAMPLING AND TESTING ........................................................................................................... 5
6.0 RE-TREATMENT ............................................................................................................................. 6
7.0 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ....................................................................................... 6
Appendix A
Appendix B
Appendix C
Appendix D
Appendices
Figures
Figure I: Site Location
Figure 2:
Figure 3:
Stabilization Layout
Stabilization Process Schematic
Portland Type 1 Cement
Related Stabilization Projects
Resumes
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
This Stabilization Plan ("Plan") has been prepared by Earth Tech, Inc., for ARCADIS Geraghty & Miller,
Inc. This document provides Earth Tech's site-specific stabilization approach for the JFD
Electronics/Channel Master Site located in Granville County, Oxford, North Carolina. This Plan has been
prepared pursuant to Specification Section 02245 contained in the May 2000 Final Contract Documents and
the United States Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) Record of Decision (ROD) dated September
1992 and ROD Amendment dated May 1999. The key elements described in this plan include: scope of
work, the proposed reagent, a description of the complete stabilization approach and process, environmental
controls, and qualifications and experience of Earth Tech's management staff. Figures referenced
throughout this Plan are located in Appendix A.
I.I Site Description and Background
The JFD Electronics/Channel Master Site is located at 620 West Industry Drive, which is in the southwest
comer of the town of Oxford, North Carolina. In reference to local highways and roads, the site is
approximately 0.4 mile west of State Route 15, and 4.5 miles north of Interstate 85. See Figure 1 in
Appendix A.
From 1961 to 1979, the site was operated by the JFD Electronics Corporation for the manufacture of
television antennas. The manufacturing process involved the copper/nickel electroplating and chrome
conversion coating of antenna parts. A Remedial Investigation (RI) Report completed by Bechtel
Environmental, Inc. (Bechtel), in 1992 indicates that wastewater generated in the manufacturing processes
contained chromium, lead, copper, nickel, and cyanide and was treated in an on-site facility consisting of
interconnected concrete tanks. Treatment processes included the reduction of hexavalcnt chromium to
trivalent chromium. The sludge generated from the treatment process reportedly was disposed of in 11
sludge drying beds (SDBs) along the southern property boundary, immediately behind the Bandag Building,
and also accumulated in an unlined lagoon. Figure 2 in Appendix A presents the approximate locations of
the SDBs, the unlined lagoon, and the contaminated soils at the site.
In 1980, Channel Master Satellite Systems, Inc., purchased the property and operated it from 1980 to 1984
to manufacture outdoor antennas, amplifiers, and boosters. In 1987 and 1988, Channel Master conducted a
voluntary cleanup of the lagoon under the direction of the North Carolina Department of Human Resources.
The site was subsequently evaluated for and included on the National Priority List (NPL) in October 1989.
Under contract with the EPA, Bechtel prepared and submitted an RI Report in April 1992 and a Feasibility
Study (FS) in May 1992; the ROD was signed in September 1992. The ROD specified excavation of the
sludge and soils followed by on-site treatment with alkaline chlorination, stabilization, on-site backfilling,
and capping. The ROD was amended in May 1999 based on a Supplemental Feasibility Study (SFS) done
by ARCADIS Geraghty & Miller in 1996. The specified remedy currently includes excavation, off-site
treatment and disposal of cyanide-impacted sludge/soil, and on-site stabilization of metals-impacted
surficial soils.
1.2 Stabilization Requirements and Scope of Work
Pursuant to the May 1999 Amended ROD, EPA determined that a stabilization process would be a feasible
approach to treating the existing Contaminants of Concern (COCs) in the metals-impacted site soils below
total characteristic leachate procedure (TCLP) levels as specified in the Amended ROD. EPA has identified
the following Performance Criteria which will be required to be met by stabilization methods:
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Chemical Parameters CTCLP mg/L)
Cadmium
Chromium
Lead
Nickel
Silver
Physical Parameters
Compressive Strength
Minimum Performance Criteria {mg/L)
0.066
5.2
0.51
0.32
0.072
Minimum Performance Criteria {psi)
20
Stabilization of site media will include approximately 1,165 cubic yards (cy) of metals-impacted soils. All
stabilized media will be backfilled on site per the Contract Drawings and Specifications.
2.0 STABILIZATION REAGENT
Earth Tech will utilize a proven stabilization reagent of Portland Type I cement. This reagent will meet or
exceed the requirements of ASTM C-150 and ASTM C-595M Specification for Blended Hydraulic
Concrete. Earth Tech has included the material safety data sheets (MSDS) and all pertinent information in
Appendix B. The Additional Stabilization Treatability Study Report (Treatability Study) dated July 17,
1996, found in the Contract Documents, demonstrated that the addition of 20 percent by weight of the
Portland Type I cement reagent effectively stabilized samples of soil to meet required TCLP criteria, and
physical requirements identified in Section 1.0 of this Plan.
Earth Tech understands that application of Portland Type I cement at a 20 percent rate is based on this
limited study and that it may be necessary to adjust this rate in order to meet the Performance Criteria. The
field demonstration study of I 00 cy of material will confirm the performance of the proposed rate.
3.0 PROPOSED STABILIZATION APPROACH
This section describes Earth Tech's approach to the stabilization requirements set forth in the June 2000
Final Contract Documents. According to section 02245, Earth Tech will have the option to choose which
stabilization process is best suited to meet the requirements set forth in the Contract Documents.
During the planning process, Earth Tech reviewed alternatives for stabilization of the metals-impacted soils
to be excavated at the site. These alternatives were: (I) stabilization through the use of a portable pugmill
plant, or (2) in situ stabilization utilizing an innovative process involving a road reclaimer and spreader
truck capable of applying dry reagent at a defined rate, or (3) stabilization using rolloff boxes as mixing
bins. Based on previous experience with using pugmills, the limited quantities at the site, and the limited
space and stratified cyanide-impacted soils, stabilization in rolloff boxes is the most cost-effective, highly
productive, and effective method to treat the metals-impacted soils. Stabilization in rolloff boxes is a
proven and widely accepted treatment process, considered to be highly effective and able to produce a fully
stabilized uniform material for disposal and use as landfill cover soil.
For these reasons, Earth Tech will use the stabilization in rolloff box approach and equipment for this
project. These activities are described in detail in the following sections of this Plan.
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3.1 Equipment for Stabilization in RolloffBoxcs
The proposed stabilization process will involve using a rubber tire loader to place the stockpiled metals-
impacted soils into a 20-cy rolloff container to be used as a "mixing box." The same machine will also
place the Portland Type I cement reagent into the rolloff container. A tracked excavator with a specially
constructed slotted bucket to mix and blend the Portland Type I cement reagent into the soil media will be
used. A second excavator will unload the treated material to be stockpiled for curing and testing.
Earth Tech does not anticipate needing water for the treatment process. However, water may be added to
ensure that the Performance Criteria are met. A water truck may be used to add the water for stabilization
and dust control as required. All non-potable water for treatment or dust control will be collected from the
hydrant located near the Bandag Building with the permission of the City of Oxford.
At this time, oversized material is not anticipated to be found in the metals-impacted soil. However, if large
rocks or other debris are found, they will be segregated and all metals-impacted soil will be removed to
ensure that it is treated.
Because the machines are diesel-fueled, utility services such as electricity will not be required. Dust
suppression may be required, however, during stabilization activities. A water truck will be placed by the
stabilization boxes to ensure that any dust generated will not be in excess of allowable limits identified in
the Health and Safety Plan (HASP). Air monitoring equipment will be used to monitor dust during the
stabilization process as defined in the HASP and required by the Contract Documents.
3.2 Process
The rubber tire loader will place approximately IO cy of the metals-impacted soils in the rolloff box and
then place the proper amount of reagent in the mixing box. The excavator with the slotted bucket will mix
and homogonize the soil and reagent. During this mixing, the loader will prepare a second mixing box. The
exact mixing times will be determined in the field by visual inspection and verification that the Performance
Criteria are met. After the first box is mixed, the excavator with the slotted bucket will move to the second
box. The second excavator will unload the treated material from the boxes and place it into I 00-cy
stockpiles. The stockpiles will be marked for identification and covered at the end of the day with poly
sheeting to prevent any migration of the treated material through wind or rain. Other controls will be
implemented to ensure that treated material does not impact the soil and groundwater in the staging area.
The stockpiles will be inspected daily to ensure that they are covered properly and that there is no migration
of the material in them. Once the treated material has cured and passed the performance requirements, it
will be placed on site according to the Drawings and Specifications. If the treated pile does not pass the
Performance Criteria, it will be re-treated (see Figure 3 Appendix A for Process Flow). Adjustments/
corrective action will be made as necessary to ensure that the Performance Criteria are met. Also for this
reason, stabilization will not be conducted during periods of heavy rainfall or when the ambient temperature
drops below freezing.
At a minimum, site workers involved in stabilization will wear personal protection Level D, which includes
Tyvek®_ coveralls, steel-toed boots, cotton gloves, disposable boot covers, and hard hats. Minirams® will
be used for ambient dust monitoring, and personal air sampling utilizing MSA-Escort Elf® monitors will be
used to ensure that dust control measures are effective. I
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3.3 Test Pile
l3efore beginning full-scale treatment operations, an initial I 00 ey of metals-impacted soil will be treated
with Earth Tech's proposed stabilization process. This test pile must meet the Performance Criteria for
treatment in order to gain approval for full-scale operations. Earth Tech will make suitable modifications to
ensure that the treatment process is successful.
3.4 Quantities and Calculations
Portland Type I cement will be applied to the soil at the proper weight ratio using volume density
calculations that will be determined by testing the material to be treated. For example if I cy of metals-
impacted soil weighs 1.22 tons, then 0.24 ton (20 percent by weight) or 0.09 cy (based on its specific
gravity, 3.15) of Portland Type I cement will be added. Therefore, a typical treatment in the rolloff box will
have IO cy (12.2 tons) of soil and 0.9 cy (2.44 tons) of Portland Type I cement. The exact ratios again will
be determined after the metals-impacted soil is tested for its density and the treatment's effectiveness is
determined based on the I 00-cy test pile.
3.5 Curing Time
Based on Earth Tech's previous experience with Portland Type I cement as a reagent, the curing time can
vary greatly and sometimes is not required. Typically, the curing time after mixing is between 48 and 72
hours. Initial field stabilization activities will verify the curing time that is necessary to meet Performance
Criteria.
3.6 Site Layout
Earth Tech will use the contractor staging area at the south end of the site to place the mixing boxes. We
will efficiently use this limited space to maximize the area available for stockpiling the metals-impacted
soils and the I 00-cy treated stockpiles. See Figure 2 in Appendix A.
4.0 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Earth Tech anticipates implementing environmental protection measures which may be necessary during the
stabilization activities. The safety measures and levels of protection arc defined in Earth Tech's Site-
Specific HASP. Work procedures will conform to all applicable federal, state and local regulations.
An air permit is not required per the Consent Decree. However, Earth Tech will notify the proper state
agency of Earth Tech's stabilization work at the site.
4.1 Dust Control
Dust may be generated during the stabilization process. Earth Tech will perform all necessary dust control
measures to minimize the generation of the reagent dust, and maintain dust levels within allowable limits
identified in the HASP. Normally this will be accomplished using a water truck in conjunction with the
mixing operation. Miniram type monitors will be set up around the stabilization area to monitor and ensure
that dust levels are within acceptable levels.
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4.2 Potential Portland Type I Cement Release Hazard
Portland Type I cement reagent is characterized as a nuisance dust by the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA). Potential release hazards of this reagent will be minimized through a direct off-
loading process which will consist of directly transferring the reagent from pneumatic transport tanker
trucks into Earth Tech 's storage units. Therefore, release of this reagent material is not anticipated to be a
problem. However, all personnel intimately involved in handling this material will be properly protected.
Based on past experience with using the Portland Type I cement reagent, personnel will be protected with
the following:
• Long-sleeve shirt and pants,
• Gloves,
• Goggles, and
• Dust mask.
'll1e Portland Type I cement is an inert material, and does not pose a risk if released to the environment. In
the event of any release, however, Earth Tech will immediately implement all cleanup measures necessary
to satisfy ARCADIS Geraghty & Miller.
4.3 Storing and Staging Materials
The Portland Type I cement reagent can be delivered in the following forms:
(I) Multiwalled Paper Sacks:
(2) Bulk Packaging:
90 pounds, shrink-wrapped and palletized
25-ton bulk pneumatic tanker trucks
Since a total of approximately 275 tons of Portland Type I cement is anticipated for this project, Earth Tech
plans to use the bulk pneumatic tanker trucks for delivery. However, if necessary, multi walled paper sacks
may also be implemented where smaller quantities are required. Deliveries will be scheduled in advance to
ensure that adequate amounts will be available for stabilization purposes.
To simplify delivery logistics, and to ensure adequate storage of this material, Earth Tech will mobilize and
locate one bulk pneumatic storage unit at the site in the staging area. This storage unit will have a 65-to-
l 00-ton storage capacity and be weathertight.
5.0 SAMPLING AND TESTING
After each 100-cy treated pile has cured, Earth Tech will procure a sample to send to a client-approved
analytical laboratory. The sample will be a composite from four different locations in the pile in order to
give a representative sample of that pile. Sampling equipment including a stainless steel spoon, stainless
steel mixing bowl, latex sampling gloves, and clean sampling jars will be properly decontaminated prior to
sampling activities. The samples will be properly sealed, have proper chain of custody, and will follow
EPA standard practice with regard to sampling for the COCs.
An additional sample will be sent to a certified geotechnical laboratory to confirm that the mechanical
requirement, 20 psi compressive strength, is met.
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The testing will demonstrate that the site media have been treated to meet the applicable Performance
Criteria. The testing will be done in accordance with Specification Section 02245 and other related
requirements of the Final Contract Documents.
6.0 RE-TREATMENT
In the event that post-stabilization analyses fail the approval criteria, Earth Tech will be required to re-
stabilize the media that was represented by each failed sample. The entire treatment and sampling process
will be implemented again to ensure that proper stabilization measures have been met. All site media will
be stabilized as necessary to meet the applicable Performance Criteria.
7.0 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
This section addresses all qualifications and experience of the Stabilization Service Provider (SSP). Earth
Tech will act as the SSP and provide all management and supervision during the stabilization activities at
the JFD Electronics/Channel Master Site.
The table below shows projects where Earth Tech has performed comparable stabilization work.
Project Start Date Finish Date $ Value Amount of Material
I Bypass 60 I NPL Site March 1998 January 1999 Confidential 14,000 cubic yards
2 Hyman Viener Lead December 1993 October 1997 $7,330,000 30,000 cubic yards
3 C&D Recycling April 1998 August 1999 $5,900,000 34,000 cubic yards
4 Times Beach Site April 1996 January 1997 $1,900,000 60,000 cubic yards
5 LILCO Lead Site August 1996 December 1996 $1,050,000 6,000 cubic yards
6 Tar Lake NPL Site July 1998 December 1999 $9,447,000 40,000 cubic yards
Refer to Appendix C for more detailed project descriptions.
Earth Tech 's proposed Site Superintendent, Mr. Carl Duffey, is highly experienced with remediation and
stabilization projects involving treating contaminated soils. Serving as a Site Supervisor for the past 12
years, Mr. Duffey has completed numerous removal actions at Superfund sites for the EPA, as well as for
private clients. He also has experience on soil treatment/stabilization projects, as well as experience at other
sites dealing with sludge removal.
Earth Tech's proposed Field Engineer/Site Safety Representative (SSR), Mr. Michael Gleasman, is
experienced with stabilization projects. He has worked on two large-scale stabilization projects with a total
of 44,000 tons of contaminated soil treated. In addition, Mr. Gleasman has worked on numerous Superfund
projects in the last five years for the government and on similar projects for various commercial clients.
Refer to Appendix D for resumes of these Earth Tech management personnel.
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Figure 1:
Figure 2:
Figure 3:
Appendix A
Figures
Site Location
Stabilization Layout
Stabilization Process Schematic
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Contaminated
Soil
EARTH([)T EC H Project:
Portland
Cement
Soil Mixing
Successful
Treatment
Yes
Move to
Consolidation
Area
Soil/Sludge Remediation,
Water
(if necessary)
No
Re-Treat
Figure Title:
A "tqca fNTERNATIONAL LTD. COMPANY JFD Electronics/Channel Master Site PROCESS FLOW
Figure No.:
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Treated
Pile
Treated
Pile
Treated
Pile
EARTH(J)T EC
A "'tqc::a fNTERNATTONAL LTD. COMPANY
H Project:
Portland
Cement
Storage
Mixing
Bin
(Roll-Off Box)
Mixing
Bin
(Roll-Off Box)
Soil/Sludge Remediation,
JFD Electronics/Channel Master Site
Contaminated
Soil
Figure Title: Figure No.:
PROCESS LAYOUT 3
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MATERIAL SAFETY
DATA SHEET
for
Portland Cement Products
(Complies with OSHA's Hazard communication Standard, 29 CFR J 910 1200)
Revised 9/16/98
GIA,-i\!T CEMENT COMP Am:'
lJARLEYVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA FACILITY
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MANUFACTURE'S NAME AND ADDRESS
Giant Cement Company
Post Office Box 218
Harleyville, South Carolina 29448
CHEMICAL,..NAME AND SYNONYMS
Portland Cement (CAS #65997•15-l)
Giant Cement : Type I
Giant Cement : Type [l
Giant Cement : Type llI
Giant Mix : Type N
Giant M,ix : Type S
Giant Mix : Type M
Giant Mix : Type N
Giant Mix : Type S
SECTION I
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO
[phone]
[phone]
(OFFICE)
(SALES)
JRADE NAME Al','D SYNONYMS
(Portland Cement)
(Portland Cement)
(Portland Cement)
(l'.,fasonry Cement)
(Masonry Cement)
(Masonry Cement)
(Pigmented Masonry Cement)
(Pigmented Masor,iy Cement)
f'lO. 902 D003
CHEMICAL FAMILY FORMULA J:;AS Number Percentage by wt.
Calcium Salts:
Tricalcium Silicate
Dicalcium Silicate
Tricalcium Aluminate
Tetracalcium Alumino
:ferrite
Calcium Sulfate -
Dihydrate
Other Salts:
3Ca0.Si0,
2Ca0,Si0,
3Ca0,A1'0,
4Ca0.Al ,O,,Fe,O,
CaSO,.2H,O
12168-85-3 45-60
10034• 77-2 10-30
12042-78-3 4-13
I 2068-35-8 8--16
\3397-24-5 4.7
Small amounts of Magnesium Oxide (MgO), and trace amounts of Potassium Sulfate (K,SO,)and
Sodium Sulfate (NaSO,) may also be present
SECTION II -HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Portland cement is classified merely as a nuisance du~t by OSHA (29 CPR 1910.1000, Table Z-3), !\'.!SHA (30
CFR 56,5001, ACGIBTLV's for 1973, AppendixE), and ACGJJ-1 (TL Vs for 1985-86 Appendix DJ, Portland
cement is NOT listed by NTP, IARC, or OSBA as containing carcinogens.
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BOILJNG POlNT
Not applicable; portland
cement is a powdered solid
VAPOR PRESSURE
Not applicable; portland
cement is a powdered solid
VAPOR DENSITY
Not applicable; portland
cement is a powdered solid
SOLUBILITY IN WATER
Slight (0.1 • l 0%)
SECTION Ill-PHYSICAL DATA
SPEC!flc..G:M,YITY
3.00 • 3.20
rERCENTAGE VOLATU..ES BY VOLUME
0%
EV APORAT10N RAU,
Not applicable; portland cement
is a powdered solid
APPEARANCE AND CQLQR
Gray powder; no odor
l'lO. '302 L)0~4
SECTION IV -FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DAT A
FLASHPOINT
Portland Cement is
noncombustible and nonexplosive
fLAlV(MABLE OR EXl'LOS~YE..1!MITS,
Not applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Not applicable
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES
Not applicable
.UJ\ilJSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS
None
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SECTION \T -HEALTH HAZARD DATA
J.HRESHHOLD LIMIT V ALI JE
Respirable Dust -5mg/tro
Total Dust -mg/rn,
EFFECTS OF EVEREXPOSURE
Acute: Cement, especially as an
ingredient in plastic
(unhardened) concrete, can dry the
skin and cause alkali bums. Cement
dust can initate the eyes and upper
respiratory system.
I Ei\1ERGENCY & FIRST AID PROCEDURES
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Irrigate eyes with water.
Wash exposed skin areas with
soap and water. Ifi1ritation
persists, consult physician.
Chronic: Cement dust can cause inflammation of the
lining tissue of the interior of the nose and inflammation
of the eyes. Hypersensitive individuals may develop
an allergic dennititis (skin rash).
SECTION VI -REACTIVITY DATA
STABTLITY HAZARDOUS DECOIVIPOSITION PRODUCTS
Product is stable. None
Keep dry w1til used.
INCOMPATIBJLUY HAZARDOUS POLYMERJZATION
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SPILL CLE::\.,'@' METHOD
Use dry cleanup methods that
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WASTE DlSPOSAL METHOD
Material can be remrned to container
for later use, or it can. he disposed of
as a common waste.
SECTION VIII -SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPJRA TORY PROTECTION
In dusty enviroments, ase a
NlOSH approved respirator
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VENTILATION
In enclosed, dusty enviroments
use exhaust fans to control
airborne dust levels.
EYE PROTECTION
In dusty enviroments, use. tight
fitting goggles.
SKIN PROTECTION
Use barrier creams, gloves, boots and clothing
to protect the skin from prolonged contact ,vith
cement, especially in plastic (unhardened) concrete.
Immediately after worki.tlg with cement, workers
should wash exposed areas "1th soap and water.
Precautions must be observed because wet cement
burns with little warning -little heat is sensed.
SECTION IX -SPECIAL PRECA.UTIONS
H,M-l-nLrNG A,,'ill STORAGE PRECAUTIONS OTHER PRECAUTIONS
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ACGIH
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Chemical Abstract Service
Code of Federal Regulations
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National Toxicology Program
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Oxford, North Carolina
Project Title:
Bypass 601 NPL Site Remedial Action
Relevance to the JFD Electro11ics/Cha1111e/ Master Project
Soil/Sludge Remedial Action:
Excavation & On-Site Remediation
• Stabilized 14,000 cubic yards of lead-contaminated soil on site using granular TSP
• Constructed a permanent cap over a 10-acre consolidation area and established vegetative cover
• Excavated and relocated an additional 190,000 cubic yards of metals-impacted soil and sediment
• Cleared and grubbed a 10-acre area prior to excavation
• Installed extensive sedimentation and erosion controls
Owner: MSR Site Remediation Group
1426 W. Mountain Street
Kernersville, NC 27285
Mr. William Perry
[phone]
Description/Scope of Project:
Tenant(s): None
Location: Concord, North Carolina
A former recycling facility and scrap yard, the Bypass 60 I Site was found to have pockets of 111etals
conta111ination (lead, barium, and cadmium) throughout its 25-acre area. The remedy for the site involved
the clearing and grubbing a I 0-acre area, on-site stabilization of 11,000 cubic yards of metals-
contaminated soil previously stockpiled at the site, the
excavation of an additional 190,000 cubic yards of metals-
contaminated soil and sediments, demolition of six site
structures, and consolidation and capping of all wastes on
site. Earth Tech also installed extensive sedimentation and
erosion controls, including a temporary sedimentation
basin, sediment traps, and sedi111ent pond; diversion
ditches; and silt fence.
Earth Tech conducted bench-scale treatability testing on
stockpiled soils with metals concentrations exceeding
allowable TCLP levels (concentrations were reported at up
9,500 mg/kg Total Lead and 224 mg/I TCLP). After
identifying triple super phosphate (TSP) and portland
Stabilized lead-contaminated soil on site using
a pugmill at the Bypass 601 Site
cement as the optimal reagents and specifying mix ratios, Earth Tech mobilized a pugmill, reagent
hoppers, reagent silos, power screen and conveyers to the site for full-scale implementation.
Miscellaneous solid debris was separated from the soil by power screen. The soil was then conveyed to
the pugmill hopper, where the additives were mixed in. Treated soil was placed into 500-cubic-yard
stockpiles for curing and confirmatory sampling and analysis by an independent consultant prior to
transportation to the consolidation area. Stabilization treatment resulted in a volume increase of not more
than 5 percent.
Concurrent with stabilization activities, Earth Tech excavated and relocated approximately 190,000 cubic
yards of contaminated soils and sediments. Depths of excavation exceeded 30 feet in some areas. Six
articulating dump trucks were used to transport this material to the consolidation area. Subsequent cap
construction involved the placement of 12 inches of subgrade material, an HOPE liner system covering
greater than IO acres, drainage layer, protective cover and topsoil. A 5.5-acre area received an asphalt
cover and the entire remaining site (-20 acres) was revcgetated.
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Oxford, North Carolina
Special Features/Unusual Considerations:
Soil/Sludge Remedial Action:
Excavation & On-Site Remediation
This highly visible site was located along a major 4-lane divided highway with nearby residences and streams
bordering the site. Stringent air and dust monitoring protocols were observed to ensure that airborne
concentrations did not exceed guidelines and that contamination did not migrate off site during excavation,
loading, stabilization, or cap construction activities.
Prime Remediation Contractor & Responsibilities: Earth Tech was the Prime Remediation Contractor
responsible for:
• Bench-scale treatability studies using proprietary and commercially available reagents to determine best
mix ratios;
• Excavation of 218,000 cubic yards of metals-impacted soil and sediment;
• On-site pugmill stabilization of 11,000 cubic yards of lead-, barium-and chromium-contaminated soil;
and
• Construction of I 0-acre multi-barrier site cap.
Sub-Contractors & Responsibilities:
Environmental Design and Construction, geosynthetic cap; PAPCO Group, asphalt paving; and Graham &
Currie Well Drilling, Inc., monitoring well abandonment.
Date of Award: March 1998
Date of Mobilization: March 1998
Date of Completion: January 1999
Cost of Initial Award: Confidential
Cost at Project Completion: Cost increase of less than 5 percent at project completion*
* Moved large debris and scrap that originally was to have been removed by owner; addressed additional
area of contamination, and overexcavated/contoured on-site stream beyond original scope per client's
request.
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Oxford, North Carolina
Project Title:
Hyman Viener Lead Site
Relevance 10 //,e JFD Elec/ronics/Channel Mas/er Project
Soil/Sludge Remedial Action:
Excavation & On-Site Remediation
• Excavated approximately 40,000 tons of lead-contaminated soil from multiple locations
• Stabilized 30,000 tons of hazardous lead-contaminated soil and concrete on site in a pugmill operation
• Installed significant erosion and sediment control measures
Successfully coordinated excavation activities and truck traffic in a predominantly residential area
Owner: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region Ill
1650 Arch Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103
[phone]
Mrs. Chris Wagner
On-Scene Coordinator
Description/Scope of Project:
Tenant(s): Multiple residents
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Hyman Viener & Sons operated a lead smelting operation at this site between 1940 and 1984 resulting in
widespread surface lead contamination as far as 5 miles northeast and southeast of the industrial facility. The
owners had also disposed of battery casings and other lead-contaminated debris in deep pits on site. Total
Lead concentrations exceeded I 0,000 ppm in some areas.
Earth Tech excavated lead-contaminated soil from five
locations at the industrial site. We then treated the lead-
contaminated soil and debris on site via
fixation/stabilization using Earth Tech's pugmill, a
screener, a crusher and Enviroblend 50/50-magnesium/
phosphate additive. Treated soils were staged in 200-
cubic-yard stockpiles for confirmatory sampling and
TCLP laboratory analysis on a 24-hour turnaround prior
to ofl~sitc disposal. Approximately 30,000 tons of soil
was treated with an increase in volume of only 2 percent.
On-site fixation/stabilization and off-site disposal as
nonhazardous waste resulted in a cost saving to. our
customer of approximately$ 1.9 million compared to off-
site disposal of untreated soil and debris as hazardous
waste.
Stabilized 30.000 tons of hazardous lead-
contaminated soil on site at Hyman Viener
Earth Tech designed and implemented a VDEQ-and City-approved Erosion and Sediment Control Plan for
this project involving the construction of a containment pond and a series of swales to prevent the off-site
migration of lead-contaminated sediment. Earth Tech also conducted backfill and grading concurrent with
removal operations to limit erosion and pooling of precipitation in excavated areas. Approximately 28,000
tons of backfill and 5,000 tons of various sized stone were used during the site restoration efforts.
Other remedial activities associated with this project included the decontamination and demolition of an
1 t ,000-square-foot warehouse at the industrial site, the removal of lead-containing dust from the interiors of
approximately 100 affected homes, and the excavation and off-site disposal of an additional t0,000 cubic
yards of lead-contaminated soil from residence yards and a public park.
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Soil/Sludge Remedial Action:
Excavation & On-Site Remediation
Special Features/Unusual Considerations: Throughout this high-profile project, Earth Tech communicated
directly with residents affected by the removal actions. Al USEPA's request, Earth Tech attended town
meetings and met with both City and County representatives to provide progress reports. Earth Tech also
complied with both City and County regulations governing excavation, traffic control, and other operations.
Other important issues at the site included the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and engineering
controls to protect human health and the environment. Air sampling was conducted to monitor lead
concentrations in work areas and work was conducted in up to Level C PPE as necessary. Earth Teeh's
Health and Safety Division provided lead awareness training and managed a blood lead monitoring program.
Water was used to mist work areas lo prevent dust emissions during excavation activities. Earth Tech also
conducted both wet and dry decontamination of equipment tires and transportation vehicles to prevent
tracking of contamination outside of work areas.
Prime Remediation Contractor & Responsibilities: Earth Tech was the Prime Remediation Contractor
responsible for:
• Excavation and on-site stabilization of30,000 tons of hazardous soil from the Hyman Viener property;
• Excavation of approximately 10,000 tons of contaminated soil from residences and a city park;
• Decontamination and demolition of an 11,000-square-fool warehouse;
• Erosion and sediment control to prevent oft~site migration of lead-contaminated soils; and
• Removal of lead-contaminated dust from residence interiors.
Sub-Contractors & Responsibilities: Air Water & Soil, analytical services; American Minerals, provision of
Enviroblend; Bums Security, security services; Carter Machinery, heavy equipment; LB Smith,
screener/cmsher; SB Cox, recycle steel/crane; Schneider Labs, analytical services; USA Waste,
transportation and disposal services; Waste Management, transportation and disposal services.
Date of Award: December 29, 1993
Date of Mobilization: December 29, 1993
Date of Completion: October 30, 1997
Cost of Initial Award: $7,330,000
Cost at Project Completion: $7,330,000
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Oxford, North Carolina
Project Title:
Soil/Sludge Remedial Action:
Excavation & On-Site Remediation
C&D Recycling Superfund Site Remediation
Relevance to the JFD Electro11ics/Clw1111e/ Master Project
• Prepared detailed Remedial Work Plan (RWP) approved by USEPA Region 111, USAGE, and state regulators
• Conducted a treatability study that identified optimal stabilizing agent and addition ratio
• Stabilized 34,000 cubic yards of lead-contaminated soil on site
• Excavated and loaded stabilized material for off-site transportation and disposal at a permitted Subtitle D landfill
• Managed traffic flow of up to 850 tons (40 trucks) per day
• Conducted excavation activities within extreme space constraints at multiple locations
Owner: Lucent Technologies, Inc.
475 South Street, Room 28007
Morristown, NJ 07962-1976
Mr. Joseph Chikowski
[phone]
Description/Scope of Project:
Tenant(s): None
Location: Freeland, Pennsylvania
Formerly used as a recycling facility, the C&D site had site soils and sediments impacted primarily by lead,
with total lead concentrations exceeding 10,000 ppm in some areas. Operations at the facility had also
generated a lead-contaminated ash byproduct staged in five stockpiles at the site. Remediation involved the
excavation, chemical stabilization, testing, loading,
transportation, and disposal _of approximately 34,000 cubic
yards of soil, sediments, ash and debris from multiple
locations throughout the 20-acre site.
Based on the results of our treatability study, Earth Tech
selected Enviroblend 70/30 as the stabilizing agent for the
lead-contaminated materials at the C&D site.
Contaminated ash and sediment were relocated to a central
treatment area where they were combined with in-place
contaminated soils for treatment. Earth Tech used an
innovative stabilization approach involving the application
of the stabilization reagent by spreader truck, followed by
mixing to a depth of 12 inches by a soil stabilizer machine.
Treated soil was excavated and loaded out for off-site
Effectively stabilized lead-contaminaled soil and
sediment using Enviroblend 70/30 at the C&D Site
disposal as a nonhazardous waste. Stabilization treatment resulted in a volume increase of only 4 percent.
Earth Tech also decontaminated and demolished existing overhangs, a 40-foot-high exhaust stack, associated
duct work, concrete, asphalt, and 1,000 linear feet of underground stonn sewer system as part of this project.
Site restoration activities included grading, backfilling, topsoil placement, construction of drainage channels,
and temporary and permanent seeding.
Special Features/Unusual Considerations:
Sequencing of the work was critical to the successful and efficient project completion due to the close
confines of multiple remediation areas on site. The sequencing of specific tasks was detailed in our RWP.
Prime Remediation Contractor & Responsibilities: Earth Tech was the Prime Remediation Contractor
responsible for:
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Oxford, North Carolina
Soil/Sludge Remedial Action:
Excavation & On-Site Remediation
• Consolidation of contaminated media from multiple locations in a central treatment area;
• On-site chemical stabilization of34,000 cubic yards of lead-contaminated soil, sediment, and ash;
• Decontamination and demolition of site structures and pavements;
• Loading of treated material for off-site disposal; and
• Site restoration.
Sub-Contractors & Responsibilities: RH!, stabilization; ARTC Corp., operators and laborers; Northeastern
Hydroseeding, hydroseeding; Kephart Trucking, transportation; Capital Environmental, T&D; White Pines
Landfill, disposal; Pine Grove Landfill, disposal; Schumacher Engineering, surveying; Analytical Laboratory
Services, analytical testing; Hydro-Geo Services, well abandonment; l-lerbner Fence, fencing; Marcor
Environmental, asbestos abatement.
Date of Award: February 9, 1998
Date of Mobilization: May 4, 1998
Date of Completion: August I 7, 1999
Cost of Initial Award: $4,900,000
Cost at Project Completion: $5,900,000*
* Increase in contract amount was primarily due to increased quantities requiring excavation, treatment,
and disposal.
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Oxford, North Carolina
Project Title:
Times Beach Dioxin Soil Removal Action
Relevance to the .!FD Electmnics/Cha11ne! Master Project
Soil/Sludge Remedial Action:
Excavation & On-Site Remediation
• Excavated and loaded 60,000 cubic yards of contaminated soil for transportation to a central treatment facility
• Removed contaminated soil from 12 separate sites adjacent to operating businesses, residences, and roadways
• Minimized extent of excavation using confirmatory soil sampling with rapid analytical turnaround
• Direct loaded contaminated soils for off-site transportation and treatment
Owner: USEPA Region VI I
726 Minnesota Avenue
Kansas City, Kansas 66101
Ms. Melinda Cecil
[phone]
Description/Scope of Project:
Tenant(s): Businesses, residents, schools,
churches
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Earth Tech excavated and transpo11ed 60,000 cubic yards of dioxin-contaminated soil from various
residential/commercial sites near St. Louis, Missouri, to a central incinerator. Approximately 20 years
ago, dioxin-contaminated waste oil had been used to control dust on dirt roads in this locality. At the
commencement of this project, the impacted soil was
located along winding dirt roads, within ditches, on
residential property and vegetated hillsides, around old
foundations of buildings, and in areas in which
businesses are currently operating.
The segregation of contaminated and non-contaminated
soil was an important project issue. To identify and
isolate contaminated soil from soil not impacted by
dioxin, Earth Tech removed soil from 12-foot by 12-
foot plots in 6-lo 12-inch lifts. Between each lift, soil
samples were collected to determine the extent of
excavation required.
Contaminated soils were direct-loaded for off-site
transportation to a central treatment facility. Earth Tech
Excavated contaminated soil adjacent to
roadways and private homes at Times Beach
evaluated our operational schedule daily to optimize the number of trucks used to haul the excavated soil
to the incinerator and minimize the time during which trucks were waiting to load and unload soil. The
success of this project is largely due to Earth Tech's ability to effectively coordinate simultaneous
excavation and confinnation sampling of soil in multiple locations, be aware of and consider the effects
of traffic patterns upon daily work, and reduce the amount of disturbance to the operating schedules of
various local businesses.
Since transportation costs were the large majority of project costs, Earth Tech negotiated a partnering
agreement with our transportation subcontractor in which we shared the risks associated with the project.
By negotiating this agreement, Earth Tech was able to provide our customer with the desired removal
services at a unit rate that was as much as 50 percent less than the price offered by others.
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Special Features/Unusual Considerations:
Soil/Sludge Remedial Action:
Excavation & On-Site Remediation
To minimize disturbance to local operations, Earth Tech excavated contaminated soil from roadsides
during periods of low traffic; worked on weekends near schools both to avoid disturbing school activities
and to lower the potential risk to the health and safety of the children; and did not schedule work on
Sundays in areas adjacent to churches. Earth Tech was also required to maintain a specified amount of soil
at the incineration facility and had to work around considerable delays encountered off-loading at the
treatment facility.
Prime Remediation Contractor & Responsibilities: Earth Tech was the Prime Remediation Contractor
responsible for:
• Excavation and loading of 60,000 cubic yards of soil from multiple sites;
■ Extensive erosion and sediment control measures; and
• Coordinating truck traffic and excavation operations at multiple concurrent sites in publicly sensitive
areas.
Sub-Contractors & Responsibilities: Fort Transfer, transportation
Date of Award: April 11, I 996
Date of Mobilization: April 1996
Date of Completion: January I, 1997
Cost of Initial Award: $2, I 00,000
Cost at Project Completion: $1,900,000*
* This was a firm, fixed-priced indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (ID/IQ) contract. Actual quantities
removed were slightly lower than originally estimated by our customer, resulting in a lower project
completion cost.
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Oxford, North Carolina
Project Title:
LILCO Lead Soil Stabilization
Relevance to the ./FD Electronics/Channel Master Project
Soil/Sludge Remedial Action:
Excavation & On-Site Remediation
• Designed and performed on-site stabilization of lead-contaminated soil
• Excavated 6,000 cubic yards of soil and segregated soils requiring treatment based on TCLP analysis
• Coordinated truck traffic in highly urban area
Owner: Long Island Lighting Co. (LILCO, now MarketSpan)
445 Broadhollow Road
Melville, NY 11747
Mr. Theodore O Leissing, Jr.
[phone]
Description/Scope of Project:
Tenant(s): LILCO
Location: Queens, NY
Lead-contaminated soil at this natural gas storage facility was the result of historical sand-blasting of lead-
based paint from a storage tank on site. Earth Tech conducted a feasibility study/cost analysis to evaluate
remedial alternatives for lead-contaminated soil. Options considered were in situ remediation, capping the
site with impermeable material, oft:site stabilization, and segregation of the soil in conjunction with on-site
stabilization. Earth Tech determined that segregation and on-site stabilization was the most cost-effective
method for remediating the soil.
Earth Tech excavated approximately 6,000 cubic yards of
soil and segregated it into 100-cubic-yard stockpiles.
Composite samples were collected from each stockpile and
analyzed for disposal parameters, including TCLP. The
stockpiles with composite samples that passed the TCLP
analysis were considered nonhazardous material and were
disposed of at an appropriate landfill. The remaining
stockpiles were stabilized on site using Earth Tech's
pugmill. The pugmill allowed Earth Tech to mix in a
stabilizing agent (manganese oxide) to reduce the
leachability of the lead. The treated soil was then disposed
of as nonhazardous at a Subtitle D landfill. Additional
materials consisting of debris and larger-size soil that could
Stabilized lead-contaminated soil on site using
a pugmill at the LILCO Site
not be stabilized were transported off site for disposal as hazardous waste.
Special Features/Unusual Considerations: By treating soil that would otherwise have been handled as
hazardous waste, Earth Tech delivered $1.2 million in transportation and disposal cost savings to our
customer. We also responded effectively to complications resulting from site conditions, including a high
water table and the presence of wetlands up to and including the area requiring excavation. Earth Tech
maintained good relations with local unions by voluntarily adopting LILCO's existing agreements with them.
Prime Remediation Contractor & Responsibilities: Earth Tech was the Prime Remediation Contractor
responsible for:
• Excavation of 6,000 cubic yards of lead-contaminated soil;
• Excavation in wetland/high water table areas; and
• On-site fixation/stabilization of lead-contaminated soil.
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Oxford, North Carolina Excavation & On-Site Remediation
Sub-Contractors & Responsibilities: Modern, Laidlaw and Chemwaste, disposal
Date of Award: August 1996
Date of Mobilization: August 1996
Date of Completion: December 1996
Cost of Initial Award: $950,000
Cost at Project Completion: $1,050,000*
* Increase in project cost due to a 15% increase in quantity requiring treatment and off~sitc disposal.
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Project Title:
Tar Lake NPL Site
Relevance to the JFD Electro11ics/Cha1111el Master Project
Soil/Sludge Remedial Action:
Excavation & On-Site Remediation
• Excavated over 40,000 cubic yards of tar and tar-contaminated material
• Stabilized contaminated media on site using lime and cement kiln dust in a pugmill operation
• Loaded out and manifested up to 35 trucks per day for off-site disposal
Owner: USEPA Region V
9311 Groh Road
Grosse Ille, Ml 48138
Mr. Ralph Dollhopf
[phone]
Description/Scope of Project:
This high-profile NPL site consists of an abandoned
foundry that had used wood for furnaces and kilns and
subsequently disposed of waste tar and slag materials in a
62,000-square-foot depression on site. The selected
remedy for source control at Tar Lake included
excavating tar from the site and using it for energy
recovery or material re-use processes. Earth Tech initially
cleared the site, constructed access roads and work areas,
and dewatered the depression. The tar was removed by
Earth Tech personnel utilizing long-reach excavators and
stabilized on site with lime and cement kiln dust using a
screen and pugmill.
Tenant(s): None
Location: Mancelona, Michigan
Load-out of stabilized material from the
Tar Lake Site for off-site disposal
Earth Tech shipped a total of 24,033 tons of tar off site for energy recovery and 22,907 tons of wood tar
solids to a secure landfill for disposal. As many as 35 trucks were loaded and manifested daily; Earth Tech
installed and managed an on-site truck scale operation to expedite transportation and off-site
treatment/disposal operations. Approximately 20,000 gallons of the site's wastewater was treated on site and
discharged into an on-site seepage lagoon under a Michigan DEQ exemption. The remaining wastewater
(1,210,658 gallons) was transported off site via tanker for treatment/disposal. Following the removal action,
the site was graded, covered with topsoil, and hydrosceded to await the remedial phase.
Special Features/Unusual Considerations:
The pugmill operation was completed during the winter months and was completely "enclosed" within a
temporary structure equipped with portable heating units to maintain stable "inside" ambient air
temperatures to assure end-product compliance and acceptance criteria were attained. Earth Tech also
worked cooperatively with USE!' A to conduct on-site removal and treatment operations concurrent with
State of Michigan contractor efforts on site to address groundwater contamination.
Prime Remediation Contractor & Responsibilities: Earth Tech was the Prime Remediation Contractor
responsible for:
• Excavation and on-site stabilization of over 40,000 cubic yards of tar and tar-contaminated materials;
• Dewatering and off-site transportation and disposal of over 1.2 million gallons of wastewater from the
excavation area;
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Oxford, North Carolina
Soil/Sludge Remedial Action:
Excavation & On-Site Remediation
• Ofl~site transportation and disposal and/or energy recovery of treated material: and
■ Post-removal site stabilization to include sloping, grading, compaction, drainage diversion stn1ctures,
installation of synthetic geotextiles, "matting" and revegetation/hydroseeding.
Sub-Contractors & Responsibilities: American Ref-Fuel, tar disposal ($2.9 million): Robbie D. Wood, tar
transportation ($1.4 million); Waste Management, tar disposal; Beelman Tmcking, tar transportation; AIS
Rental, various rental equipment; Excel Machine, pugmill rental; lllinova Resource Recovery, tar
disposal; Kalcon Environmental, water tank rental, transportation and disposal; Michigan Aggregate,
stone, sand, and soil; Michigan Bark, sawdust; Michigan CAT, heavy equipment rental; Northeastern
Exploration, water transportation and disposal; Paris Sawmill, sawdust; Rusmar Inc., foam generator;
TriMatrix Laboratory, laboratory analysis
Date of Award: July 20, 1998
Date of Mobilization:
Date of Completion:
Cost of Initial Award:
July 29, 1998
December 30, 1999
$9,447,000
Cost at Project Completion: $9,447,000
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Oxford, North Carolina Excavation & On-Site Remediation
Carl W. Duffey Site Superintendent
REGISTRATION/C!:RTIFICATION
Virginia Asbestos License, 3302-001122, 7/31/96
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
OSHA 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Training, 1989 (grandfathered)
OSHA 8-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Training Refresher, January 2000
Project Managers Course, 1997
DOT Training Program, 1997
Confined Space Entry Training, 1995
Asbestos Abatement Supervisor's Refresher Course, 1995 ( original training 1988)
Radiation Training, 1994
First Aid and CPR, 1989
Supervisor's Course, 1988
Survivair SCBA Mark II Certification, 1988
Iron Worker Apprentice School, 1985
Steeles Welding School, 1984
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Mr. Duffey has 15 years of direct, on-scene experience in emergency and rapid response hazardous waste
site cleanup and waste disposal activities. He has supervised multidisciplinary oil and chemical cleanup
personnel for 14 years. Projects have involved sampling and analysis, soil excavation, groundwater
treatment, wastewater treatment, soil bioremediation, drum recovery and repackaging, PCB
cutting/bulking, shock-sensitives/explosives/rcactivcs handling, compressed-gas cylinder identification/
handling/neutralization, filtration, dewatering, facility decontamination/demolition, air monitoring, and
off-site T&D of hazardous waste. Contaminants of concern have included organics, inorganics, PCBs,
heavy metals, low-level "NORM" radiation, pesticides and asbestos.
Mr. Duffey has developed USEPA-approved work plans, detailed cost estimates, and site and spill safety
plans. He has also managed heavy equipment use, verified compliance with field construction
requirements; supervised work in confined spaces, directed assessment/evaluation activities at hazardous
waste sites, and performed scheduling functions. His other experience includes familiarity and
compliance with OSHA requirements and regulations governing T&D of hazardous wastes, soliciting and
receiving bids for services and materials, recommending the lowest-cost qualified bidder, working
directly with USEPA On-Scene Coordinators (OSCs), acting as Site Safety Officer, and preparing reports
and 1900-55s.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
■ Project Manager, Tar Lake Site, Mancelona, Michigan, Managed 25 site personnel in the .
excavation and mixing of wood tar with various additives on site. Once mixed and/or pugmilled, this
material was shipped off site for energy recovery through burning with other additives al utility
boilers to generate electricity. Approximately 47,000 cubic yards of tar and tarry slag was shipped
off site. The tarry slag was sent to the local landfill as it was not suitable for energy recovery (very
low Btu). Non-hazardous slag was also present on site and was relocated to access the tar underneath.
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Oxford, North Carolina
Soil/Sludge Remedial Action:
Excavation & On-Site Remediation
Interim restoration activities, to include grading, sloping, and hydrosecding of all excavated areas,
were also completed. This was a $9 million cleanup effort.
■ Project Manager, Keller Foundry Site, Knoxville, Tennessee. Managed the excavation,
stockpiling, loading, transportation and disposal of approximately 240 tons of petroleum-
contaminated soil. Excavated areas were backfilled with stone or concrete. Also responsible for the
closure in place of a I 0,500-gallon UST, which involved the evacuation of remaining product and
tilling the lank with grout. In addition, arranged for the ort~sile recycling of a JOO-pound cylinder
and one roll-off of scrap steel.
■ Project Manager, Tennessee Avenue Lead Site, Big Stone Gap, Virginia. Supervised a foreman,
two equipment operators, three technicians, and a field contract administrator (FCA). Responsible for
the excavation and T&D of 1,800 cubic yards of lead-contaminated soil from a residential area. Due
to their location and the onset of winter, the soils were excavated and loaded into 30-cubic-yard
rolloffs on an expedited schedule and staged al the local landfill awaiting T&D with full cooperation
and agreement from all county, state and Federal regulatory offices. The entire site was completely
restored and regraded. T&D was completed in January. "The Re.1po11se Manager did an outstanding
job of planning the removal operation. The Response Manager was ve,y· creative in providing the
OSC with innovative approaches for minimizing the impact of the action on the neighborhood."
Pe1forma11ce Evaluation Board -Option Year IV
■ Project l\.1anager, Coeburn Town Dump Site, Coeburn, Virginia. Supervised a foreman, two
equipment operators, three technicians, and an FCA. Responsible for the excavation and T&D of
2,500 cubic yards of lead-contaminated soil. In areas that were inaccessible to heavy equipment, soil
was removed via vacuum. This project also involved stabilizing a steep slope by using wire mesh and
shot-Crete. "The Response Manager is ve1y experienced in the cleanup of lead contaminated soil and
has applied that knowledge excellently and to the benefit of EPA." Performance Evaluation Board -
Option Year IV
■ Project Manager, Everdure, Rapidan, Virginia. Managed and coordinated 15 Earth Tech
personnel, including a foreman, equipment operators, a civil engineer, laborers, and an FCA, and
numerous subcontractors on this Superfund project. Chromium copper arsenate (CCA)-contaminated
soils were excavated, placed, and compacted in preparation for installation of a 60-mil HDPE
synthetic liner over the soils. Earth Tech also assisted subcontractors with liner installation; 2 feet of
clean soils was placed over the liner and compacted, completing the liner installation. The site was
then regraded, hydrosecded, and restored to pre-existing conditions. "Response Manager did an
outstanding job of planning the activities at this site. His high level of focus, vigilance and energy
assured the efficient and timely progress of the activities al the site, in accordance with the planned
111ilesto11es. " Perfar111ance Evaluation Board -Option Year IV.
■ Project Manager, Eastern Maryland Wood Treating Site, Federalsburg, Maryland. Supervised
a foreman, two equipment operators, two laborers, and an FCA. Directed the bioremediation of
creosote-and CCA-contaminated soil (approximately 4,000 cubic yards). Site activities included
processing (aerating and amending) the soils, constructing I 8 biotrealment cells, transporting the
processed soils to the cells, and monthly progress sampling. Additional soils are targeted for
excavation and treatment. Treated soils will be spread and graded to blend in with the original site
grade.
■ Project Manager, Austin Avenue Radiation Site, Lansdowne, Pennsylvania. Managed all aspects
of this $17-million demolition, remediation, and disposal project. Approximately 19 properties
contaminated by low-level NORM were sampled, remediatcd, and restored. Residents were relocated
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Oxford, North Carolina
Soil/Sludge Remedial Action:
Excavation & On-Site Remediation
during remediation. The properties were remediated concurrently with an average crew of 44
personnel, including foremen, equipment operators, laborers, radiation technicians, an EMT, an
industrial hygienist, and a certified health physicist, assisted by an on-site laboratory. Specialized
equipment was used to consolidate site wastes to lower T&D costs. Earth Tech packaged, loaded,
and shipped 499 truckloads ( I 0,000 cubic yards) of contaminated soil and debris for disposal.
■ Project Manager, Marathon Battery, Cold Spring, New York. Supervised a foreman, an
equipment operator, two technicians, and an FCA. Responsible for the excavation of more than 750
cubic yards of cadmium-contaminated soil. The soil was stockpiled on site and sampled. The
analytical results were forwarded to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which was responsible for
soil disposal. Site restoration included replacement of topsoil in excavated areas and subcontracted
re-sodding.
■ Project Manager, Wells Metal Finishing Site, Lowell, Massachusetts. Supervised a foreman, a
chemist, three technicians, and an FCA. Managed staging, sampling, and bulking of approximately
45 vats, 50 drums, and 200 small containers containing acids, caustics, and cyanides used in the
plating process. Compatible liquid wastes were bulked into two 5,000-gallon tanker trucks for
recycling off site, which resulted in significant cost savings over drumming and disposal. Liquids
that could not be bulked and solids from the process vats were drummed for off-site disposal. The
vats then were decontaminated and left on site. Accelerated the sampling and analysis process so
remaining fieldwork could be done in cooler weather to prevent heat stress in Level B PPE.
■ Project Manager, Escambia \\'ood Preservers Site, Brunswick, Georgia. Responsible for the first
phase of this time-critical removal action involving decontamination and demolition ofa former CCA
wood treating facility. Supervised a foreman, an equipment operator, four technicians, and an FCA.
Approached the project along a critical path to reduce/eliminate the threat of imminent releases prior
to demolition and waste stabilization/solidification. Set up a precipitation collection system using on-
site tanks, portable pumps, and portable collection pools. Operated an aqueous-phase treatment
scheme to treat this water and discharge it through a permitted discharge. The water was first treated
with polymers to remove oil substances, then with chlorine dioxide to remove phenols. As part of
decontamination process, removed the larger serviceable tanks and then transferred the sludge from
the remaining tanks, hoses, and pits to the large tanks to await on-site stabilization/solidification.
■ Project Manager, Drumco Site, Baltimore, Maryland. Supervised a foreman, an equipment
operator, a chemist, laborers, a T&D coordinator, and an FCA on this $1.6 million drum removal
project. Managed the bulking of the contents of approximately 20,000 drums into tanker trucks for
disposal. The drums contained organic solvents, heavy metals, oxidizers, chlorinated solvents, acids,
and bases. Work was conducted in Levels B and C PPE. Approximately 12,000 drums were
originally anticipated. Despite the increase in the number of drums, this project was completed on
time and within budget.
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Soil/Sludge Remedial Action: JFD Electronics/Channel Master NPL Site
Oxford, North Carolina Excavation & On-Site Remediation
Michael Gleasman Field Engineer/Safety Officer
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Industrial Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1990
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
OSHA 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Training
OSHA 8-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Training
Construction Quality Management for Contractors, USACE, October 1997
CPR, American Red Cross, 1997
First Aid, American Red Cross, 1997
REGISTRATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS
Engineer-in-Training, North Carolina, 1991
PROFESSIONAL SU~IMARY
Mr. Gleasman joined Earth Tech's Construction Services Division as a Project Engineer and Estimator
after several years of providing on-an<l off-site purchasing, time tracking, cost tracking, and
subcontracting support for environmental remediation, removal, and remedial construction activities at
Supcrfund sites. In the Construction Services Division, his responsibilities include comprehensive cost
estimating for a variety of construction and remediation projects. These projects include Superfund
removal actions, groundwater treatment systems, sanitary landfill caps, upgrades/repairs to military
installations, and new construction. Mr. Glcasman uses M-CACES/Composer Gold, Pay<lirt, and Excel
spreadsheets to develop cost estimates, prepares requests for quotation (RFQs), and identifies potential
subcontractors for various tasks. Mr. Gleasman also helps develop remedial action work plans and
technical proposals. Most recently, he worked as the Project Engineer at the Bypass 601 Groundwater
Contamination Site, which he helped estimate and win.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
■ Project Engineer, Bypass 601 Groundwater Contamination Site, MSR Site Remediation Group,
Concord, North Carolina. This project involves the stabilization of 14,000 tons of stockpiled soils,
demolition of structures, clearing IO acres and excavating over 2 I 8,000 cubic yards of soil/debris.
The stabilized and excavated materials were then consolidated on site and covered with a 10-acre
RCRA cap. The contaminants on site were heavy metals with lead being the major contaminant. The
project also involved covering the top of the cap with asphalt pavement, curbing, fence, and
permanent vegetation on the slopes. As the site engineer, Mr. Gleasman was responsible for all work
being done according to specifications and provided design modifications to the oversight engineers
and was responsible for all project submittals. Duties as site engineer included sampling stabilized
soils, excavated areas for confirmation, and field screening the excavated areas using an x-ray
fluorescence analyzer. Other duties on site included cost tracking, scheduling (using Sure Trak)
purchasing and client invoicing.
■ Project Engineer, General Electric Lighting Systems Site, HSI/Geotrans, Inc., Hendersonville,
North Carolina. This project involved the excavation and consolidation of PC13-contaminated soil
into an approximately 2.5-acre landfill, covering with a subbase soil, and capping with geosynthetic
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materials and clay soils. The project also involved a passive gas collection system, permanent
vegetation and asphalt paving. Responsible for ensuring that borrow materials met project
specifications, subcontract management, and ensuring that gcosynthctic liner materials and
installation met project specifications. Other duties included site supervision and client relations.
■ Field Contract Administrator, Hyman Viener Lead Site I & 11, USEPA Region 111, Richmond,
Virginia. Earth Tech's second consecutive project at this site involved demolition of a former brick
making/lead smelting facility, including the removal of asbestos-containing materials (ACM), debris
contaminated with hazardous levels of lead, and lead-contaminated soil. Provided careful
coordination of additive delivery for Earth Tech's pugmill, which was mobilized to perform on-site
stabilization of lead-contaminated soil. Also coordinated fill suppliers and transportation and disposal
subcontractors for the off-site disposal of the ACM, contaminated debris, and 5,000 tons of
contaminated soil. On-site crew size ranged from IO to 16 personnel. In addition to the pugmill,
equipment mobilized and used on site included off-road dump trucks, tracked loaders, excavators, an
excavator with shears, vibratory rollers, bull dozers, a screener, and a crusher. Responsible for
tracking and billing of more than $2.5 million for this work.
During the first project at this site, Earth Tech performed the decontamination of homes impacted by
lead dust, removal of lead-contaminated soil from residence yards, and site restoration. Mr.
Gleasman's specific responsibilities included the temporary relocation of affected residents (i.e.,
coordinating with residents, making hotel arrangements, and disbursing per diems), coordinating
topsoil and sod suppliers, sourcing specialty plants and trees, and using a concrete subcontractor and
various other subcontractors to help restore yards and homes to original condition. Also helped
coordinate the transportation and disposal of 15,000 tons of lead-contaminated soil. Responsible for
tracking and billing of more than $3.5 million during this phase of work.
■ Project Contract Administrator/Cost Engineer, Strasburg Supcrfund Site, Reliance Insurance,
Thorndale, Pennsylvania. This project involved the consolidation/re-grading of an existing landlill,
covering with a subbase soil, and capping with approximately 30 acres of geosynthetic materials and
clay soils. The project also involved a gas collection system, a leachate collection system, gas flare
station and leachate treatment plant. Responsible for cost tracking, cost projections, subcontract
management, and ensuring that all materials and/or subcontracted work was performed per project
plans and specifications. Other duties included on-site purchasing and client invoicing.
■ Field Contract Administrator, Park & Hungiville Site, USEPA Region III, Bradford,
Pennsylvania. Worked with primary specialty subcontractor through a task-order based contract to
close more than 50 natural gas and petroleum production wells. Project also involved cleaning up
crude oil leaking from the abandoned wells. Work was directed by USEPA for the U.S. Coast Guard.
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