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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWI0501147_Notification of Intent (NOI) – GW Remediation_20241120 NC Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) —Division of Water Resources (DWR) NOTIFICATION OF INTENT (NOI) TO CONSTRUCT OR OPERATE INJECTION WELLS The following are `permitted by rule"and do not require an application to be submitted and an individual permit be issued when constructed in accordance with the rules of 15A NCAC 02C.0200(NOTE: This form must be received at least 14 DAYS prior to infection) GROUNDWATER(GW)REMEDIATION INJECTION PERMIT TYPES: (1)IN-SITU GW REMEDIATION PERMIT TYPE(15A NCAC 02C.0225) • In-Situ Passive Injection Systems-In-well delivery systems to diffuse injectants into the subsurface. Examples include ORC socks,iSOC systems,and other gas infusion methods(Note:Injection Event Records(IER)do not need to be submitted for replacement of each sock used in ORC systems). • In-Situ Small-Scale Injection Operations—Injection wells located within a land surface area not to exceed 10,000 square feet(SF)for the purpose of soil or groundwater remediation or tracer tests.If area to be treated exceeds 10,000 SF do not use this NOI;an injection Permit application shall be submitted,and a Permit issued per 15A NCAC 02C.0225(f). • In-Situ Pilot Tests-Preliminary studies conducted for the purpose of evaluating the technical feasibility of a remediation strategy to develop a full-scale remediation plan for future implementation,and where the surface area of the injection zone wells is located within an area that does not exceed five percent of the land surface above the known extent of groundwater contamination. Also,if pilot test is going to be conducted on separate groundwater contaminant plumes do not use this NOI;a Permit application shall be submitted,and a Permit issued as per 15A NCAC 02C.0225(f). • In-Situ Thermal(IST)—IST wells`heat'contaminated groundwater in-situ to enhance remediation. (2)AIR INJECTION PERMIT TYPE(15A NCAC 02C.02251 These permit types are used to inject ambient air to enhance treatment of soil or groundwater. (3)TRACER WELL PERMIT TYPE(15A NCAC 02C.0229) These permit types are used to inject substances for determining hydrogeologic properties of aquifers. (4)AQUIFER TEST PERMIT TYPE(15A NCAC 02C.0220) These permit types are used to inject uncontaminated fluid into an aquifer to determine aquifer hydraulic characteristics. DATE: 11/20 ,2024 NOI TRACKING NO. W 10501147 (To be filled in by DWR) DIRECTIONS- Submit this NOI only for(1)New deemed`permitted by rule' injection project or(2)If there is going to be a different permit type(listed above)used for a previously issued NOI. NOTE-After this NOI is processed and acknowledged,any supplemental or additional injections still meeting the criteria referenced in Section G below shall be reported using Injection Event Records(IERs)and using the NOI tracking number provided by DWR. A. WELL TYPE TO BE CONSTRUCTED OR OPERATED (1) Air Injection Well.......................................Complete sections B through F,J,M (2) Aquifer Test Well.......................................Complete sections B through F,J,M (3) Passive Injection System............................... Complete sections B through F,H-M (4) X Small-Scale Injection Operation...................... Complete sections B through M (5) Pilot Test................................................. Complete sections B through M (6) Tracer Injection Well................................... Complete sections B through M (7) In-Situ Thermal(IST)Well........................... Complete sections B through M Deemed Permitted GW Remediation NOI Rev.3-1-2023 Page 1 B. STATUS OF WELL OWNER: Business/Organization C. WELL OWNER(S) — State name of Business/Agency, and Name and Title of person delegated authority to sign on behalf of the business or agency: Name(s): Hashpot and Indian Tree Joint Revocable Trust U/A 10/17/2023,c/o Reid Culp,Culp Elliott& Carpenter,PLLC attn: Nicholas Lowie lowie—nicholas@)yahoo.com Mailing Address: 6801 Carnegie Blvd. Ste. 400 City: Charlotte State: NC_Zip Code: 28211 County: Day Tele No.: Cell No.: EMAIL Address: nicholas&yahoo.com Fax No.: D. PROPERTY OWNER(S)(if different than well owner/applicant) Name and Title: BRIGGS PAUL G&PAIGE B Company Name Mailing Address: 208 LORD BERKLEY RD City: Raleigh State: NC Zip Code:27610 County: Day Tele No.: Paul Briggs—919-637-0931 Paige Briggs—919-906-7695 Cell No.: EMAIL Address: PaulBriggsAleacorp.com Fax No.: E. PROJECT CONTACT(Typically Environmental Consulting/Engineering Firm) Name and Title: Ryan Kerins,Project Manager Company Name Terraquest Environmental Consultants,P.C. Mailing Address: 100 E Ruffin St City: Mebane State: NC_Zip Code: 27302 County: Day Tele No.: 919-563-9091 Cell No.: EMAIL Address: rdkerins(cr�,terraquestpc.com Fax No.: F. PHYSICAL LOCATION OF WELL SITE (1) Facility Name&Address: Little River Corp 117 N Ash St City: Spring Hope County: Nash Zip Code: (2) Geographic Coordinates: Latitude": ° "or 35_0. 944141 Longitude": 0 "or-78 0. 113172 Reference Datum: WGS 1984 Accuracy: <2cm Method of Collection: internet "FOR AIR INJECTION AND AQUIFER TEST WELLS ONLY: A FACILITY SITE MAP WITH PROPERTY BOUNDARIES MAY BE SUBMITTED IN LIEU OF GEOGRAPHIC COORDINATES. G. TREATMENT AREA Land surface area of contaminant plume: 11,300 square feet Land surface area of inj.well network: 1,350 square feet(< 10,000 ft2 for small-scale injections) Percent of contaminant plume area to be treated: 12% (must be<5%of plume for pilot test injections) Deemed Permitted GW Remediation NOI Rev.3-1-2023 Page 2 H. INJECTION ZONE MAPS—Attach the following to the notification. (1) Contaminant plume map(s) with isoconcentration lines that show the horizontal extent of the contaminant plume in soil and groundwater, existing and proposed monitoring wells, and existing and proposed injection wells;and (2) Cross-section(s)to the known or projected depth of contamination that show the horizontal and vertical extent of the contaminant plume in soil and groundwater, changes in lithology, existing and proposed monitoring wells,and existing and proposed injection wells. (3) Potentiometric surface map(s)indicating the rate and direction of groundwater movement,plus existing and proposed wells. I. DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED INJECTION ACTIVITIES AT THE SITE —Provide a brief narrative regarding the cause of the contamination,and purpose, scope,goals of the proposed injection activity: Terraquest is investigating the effectiveness of injecting Oxygen Biochem into the subsurface to treat petroleum contamination from a prior underground storage tank release incident. The work is part of a Corrective Action Plan Feasibility Study requested by the NCDWM-UST. J. WELL CONSTRUCTION DATA (1) No.of injection wells: 18 Proposed Existing(provide NC Well Construction Record(GW-1)for each well) (2) Appx. injection depths(BLS): 18 x 25'borings. Inject 24-25 feet BGL (3) For Proposed wells or Existing wells not having GW-1s,provide well construction details for each injection well in a diagram or table format. A single diagram or line in a table can be used for multiple wells with the same construction details. Well construction details shall include the following(indicate if construction is proposed or as-built): (a) Well type as permanent,Geoprobe/DPT,or subsurface distribution infiltration gallery (b) Depth below land surface of casing,each grout type and depth, screen,and sand pack (c) Well contractor name and certification number K. INJECTION SUMMARY NOTE: Only injectants approved b the he epidemiology section of the NC Division ofPublic Health.Department of Health and Human Services can be injected. Approved injectants can be found online at hiip:Hdeq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-resources-permits/wastewater-branch/ground-water- protection/ground-water-approved-injectants. All other substances must be reviewed by the DHHS prior to use. Contact the UIC Pro ream for more info i1you wish to approval for a different additive. However,please note it may take 3 months or longer. If no injectants are to be used use N/A. Injectant: Oxygen Biochem(OBC Total Amt.to be injected(gal)/event: 148 x 500=9,000 Total Amt.to be injected(gal/event): 18,000 No.of separate injection events: 2 Total Amt.to be injected(gal): 36,000 Deemed Permitted GW Remediation NOI Rev.3-1-2023 Page 3 Source of Water(if applicable): munici al water L. MONITORING PLAN—Describe below or in separate attachment a monitoring plan to be used to determine if violations of groundwater quality standards specified in Subchapter 02L result from the injection activity. This site is regulated by the NCDEO DWM-UST who has requested a Corrective Action Plan Feasibility Study. Semi annual groundwater sampling for contaminants as volatile organic compounds is in place. NI. SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT AND PROPERTY OWNER Well Owner/Applicant: '7 hereby certify, under penalty of law, that I am familiar with the information submitted in this document and all attachments thereto and that, based on my inquiry of those individuals immediately responsible for obtaining said information, 1 believe that the information is true, accurate and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment, _for submitting false information. I agree to construct,operate,maintain,repair,and if applicable;abandon the injection well and all related appurtenances in accordance with the 1 SA NCAC 02C 0200 Rules. Ryan D.Kerins,Project Manager-Terraquest(see attached signature authorization a,rrPPn,ePrL Print or T}pe Full lame and Title Signature of Applicant Property Owner(if the property is not owned by the Well Owner/Applicant): "As owner of the property on which the injection well(s)are to be constructed and operated,I herebti-consent to allow the applicant to construct each injection well as outlined in this application and agree that it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the injection well(s)conform to the Well Construction Standards (I SA NCAC 02C.02001." "Owner"means any person who holds the fee or other property rights in the well being constructed.A well is real property and its construction on land shall be deemed to vest ownership in the land owner, in the absence of contrary agreement in writing. Print or Type Full Name and Title Signature*of Property Owner(if different from applicant) 'An access agreement between the applicant and property owner may,be submitted in lieu of a signature on this tornt Please send 1 (one)hard color copy of this NOI along with a cope on an attached CD or Flash Drive at least two(2)weeks prior to injection to: DWR—UIC Program 1636 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-1636 Telephone:(919)707-9000 Ikcrnod Permtnod GW Rcmaluuon N01 Rev.3-1-2023 BOWDEN RD -1 ti 581 " v " LQ k i D n �• 1 w i 00 z -� A SO i e 4k A ••>L cD Z i RD �J .0 Alt G - sF`F �C 64 tih Aprys�a E NASH ST — Oakdale Cem G 6 E IS ST /Spring Hope / 3r 3RD ST — `r4- lsO yt F� 581 RE Spring Alt Hoe P� — Memorial Cem 1i Meeks-Cem 250 u a tiro aso - 64 S - _ y\�v /250 r m Sp O NICNOLE RD k MAP SOURCE: USGS 7.5 MINUTE TOPOGRAPHIC MAP OF SPRING HOPE & BUNN EAST, NC GRAPHIC SCALE 0' 2,000' 4,000' SITE LOCATION MAP �� LITTLE RIVER CORPORATION _ 117 N ASH ST SPRING HOPE, NASH COUNTY, NC mm_� HASHPOT, INC GASTONIA NC ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS,P.C. PROJECT NO. 13019 DRAWN BY: RDK I DATE: 11/19/24 SCALE: 1" = 2,000' CHECKED BY: VJB FIGURE NO. 1 1,500' I� 1,000' P-8 LI ^ R- �� Soo' B WELL #1 ASH ST. �QP 25 ��. v � CB SITE S� WSW2 S� WELL #2- PSG MONTGOMERY Q� ST, SU-LI s� J8 MR R-8 LEGEND ZONING GRAPHIC SCALE ACTIVE; MUNICIPAL SUPPLY WELL R-8; R-MF = RESIDENTIAL SU-LI; LI = LIGHT INDUSTRIAL C ACTIVE; IRRIGATION WELL CB = CENTRAL BUSINESS 0' 200' 400' 800' 5� MAP ID # - SEE TABLE 4 1" = 400' SITE VICINITY MAP uest LITTLE RIVER CORPORATION 117 N ASH ST _ SPRING HOPE, NASH COUNTY, NC HASHPOT INC. GASTONIA, NC ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS, P.C. PROJECT NO. 13019 DRAWN BY: RDK I DATE: 11/19/24 SCALE: 1" = 400' 1 CHECKED BY: MJB I FIGURE NO. 2 z lb i� - • - S LEGEND Q N Z '� / • O rr) • • '.` _ ' MW14 TSB , Type II Monitoring Well � fo j �� ,/ MW6 MW2 TSS ` (MW1—12 for release incident #46271 to M`W5�• the northeast at L&L5 109 W Nash St) o �� � _ �,�• MW7t' 0 44 41 Type III Telescoping Monitoring Well = L •l� �� r . 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REDOX TECH, LLC ► "Providing Innovative In Situ Soil and Groundwater Treatment" Material Safety Data Sheet—Oxygen BioChem 1. Identification Product identifier Oxygen Biochem (OBC)TM Other means of identification Not available. Recommended use Oxygen Biochem (OBC)TM is used to promote chemical oxidation and aerobic bioremediation of petroleum compounds in groundwater. Recommended restrictions Use in accordance with supplier's recommendations. Manufacturer/Importer/Supplier/Distributor information Manufacturer/Supplier Redox Tech, LLC Address 200 Quade Drive Cary NC 2751 Telephone +1 919-6780140 E-mail haselow@redox-tech.com Contact person Dr. John Haselowi Emergency Telephone For Hazardous Materials[or Dangerous Goods] Incidents ONLY (spill, leak,fire, exposure or accident), call CHEMTREC at CHEMTREC@, USA: 001 (800)424-9300 CHEMTREC@, Mexico(Toll-Free-must be dialed from within country): 01-800-681-9531 CHEMTREC@, Other countries: 001 (703)527-3887 2. Hazard(s) identification Physical hazards Oxidizing solids Category 3 Health hazards Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Sensitization, respiratory Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation OSHA defined hazards Not classified. Label elements < >< X > • r Signal word Danger Hazard statement May intensify fire; oxidizer. Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause respiratory irritation. Precautionary statement Prevention Keep away from heat. Keep/Store away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles.Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Avoid breathing dust/fume. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Response In case of fire: Use foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog for extinction. If swallowed: Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If on skin:Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. If inhaled: If breathing is difficult, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center/doctor. Oxygen Biochem (OBC)TM SIDS US 920293 Version#:01 Revision date:- Issue date:09-May-2014 1 /7 Storage Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Disposal Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known. classified (HNOC) 3. Composition/information on ingredients Mixtures Chemical name CAS number % Sodium persulfate 7775-27-1 70-90 Calcium peroxide 1305-79-9 10-20 Composition comments All concentrations are in percent by weight unless ingredient is a gas. Gas concentrations are in percent by volume. 4. First-aid measures Inhalation Move to fresh air. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim inhaled the substance. For breathing difficulties, oxygen may be necessary. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Skin contact Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin.Wash clothing separately before reuse. If skin irritation or an allergic skin reaction develops, get medical attention. Eye contact Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists. Ingestion Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting without advice from poison control center. If vomiting occurs, keep head low so that stomach content doesn't get into the lungs. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested the substance. Induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. Most important May cause redness and pain. Symptoms may include coughing, difficulty breathing and shortness symptoms/effects, acute and of breath. delayed Indication of immediate Provide general supportive measures and treat symptomatically. medical attention and special treatment needed General information Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s)involved, and take precautions to protect themselves. 5. Fire-fighting measures Suitable extinguishing media Water fog. Foam. Dry chemical powder. Carbon dioxide(CO2). Unsuitable extinguishing None known. media Specific hazards arising from Contact with combustible material may cause fire. the chemical Special protective equipment Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire. and precautions for firefighters Fire-fighting In the event of fire, cool tanks with water spray. equipment/instructions General fire hazards May intensify fire; oxidizer. 6. Accidental release measures Personal precautions, Keep unnecessary personnel away. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Wear protective equipment and appropriate protective equipment and clothing during clean-up. Do not touch damaged containers emergency procedures or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing.Avoid skin contact and inhalation of vapors during disposal of spills.Ventilate closed spaces before entering them. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained. For personal protection, see Section 8 of the SDS. Methods and materials for Stop the flow of material, if this is without risk. Prevent entry into waterways, sewer, basements or containment and cleaning up confined areas. Following product recovery,flush area with water. For waste disposal, see Section 13 of the SDS. Environmental precautions Avoid discharge into drains,water courses or onto the ground. Oxygen Biochem (OBC)TM SIDS US 920293 Version#:01 Revision date:- Issue date:09-May-2014 2/7 7. Handling and storage Precautions for safe handling Avoid inhalation of vapors/dust and contact with skin and eyes.Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Use only with adequate ventilation. Do not taste or swallow.Wear appropriate personal protective equipment(See Section 8). Observe good industrial hygiene practices. Conditions for safe storage, Store in original tightly closed container. Store away from incompatible materials(See Section 10). including any incompatibilities Keep locked up. 8. Exposure controls/personal protection Occupational exposure limits US.ACGIH Threshold Limit Values Components Type Value Sodium persulfate(CAS TWA 0.1 mg/m3 7775-27-1) Biological limit values No biological exposure limits noted for the ingredient(s). Appropriate engineering Observe occupational exposure limits and minimize the risk of exposure. Ensure adequate controls ventilation, especially in confined areas. Individual protection measures,such as personal protective equipment Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields(or goggles). Skin protection Hand protection Wear protective gloves. Other Neoprene or rubber gloves are recommended.Apron and long sleeves are recommended. Respiratory protection In the case of respirable dust, use self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Thermal hazards Wear appropriate thermal protective clothing, when necessary. General hygiene Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as washing after handling the material considerations and before eating, drinking, and/or smoking. Routinely wash work clothing and protective equipment to remove contaminants. 9. Physical and chemical properties Appearance Off-white, granular solid. Physical state Solid. Form Solid. Color Off-white. Odor Odorless. Odor threshold Not available. pH 11.7±0.4(1-40%solution, slurry) Melting point/freezing point Not available. Initial boiling point and boiling Not applicable. range Flash point Not available. Evaporation rate Not available. Flammability(solid, gas) Not available. Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits Flammability limit-lower Not available. (%) Flammability limit-upper Not available. (%) Explosive limit-lower(%) Not available. Explosive limit-upper(%) Not available. Vapor pressure Not applicable. Vapor density Not applicable. Relative density 2.76±0.16(25°C) Oxygen Biochem (OBC)TM SIDS US 920293 Version#:01 Revision date:- Issue date:09-May-2014 3/7 Solubility(ies) Solubility(water) Soluble in water. Partition coefficient Not available. (n-octanol/water) Auto-ignition temperature Not available. Decomposition temperature Not available. Viscosity Not available. Other information Oxidizing properties Oxidizing. 10. Stability and reactivity Reactivity The product is stable and non-reactive under normal conditions of use, storage and transport. Chemical stability Material is stable under normal conditions. Possibility of hazardous No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use. reactions Conditions to avoid Contact with combustibles. Incompatible materials Combustible material. Oxidizing material. Reducing agents. Hazardous decomposition No hazardous decomposition products are known. products 11. Toxicological information Information on likely routes of exposure Ingestion Harmful if swallowed. Inhalation May cause irritation to the respiratory system. Skin contact Causes skin irritation. Eye contact Causes serious eye irritation. Symptoms related to the May cause redness and pain. Exposed individuals may experience eye tearing, redness, and physical, chemical and discomfort. Symptoms may include coughing, difficulty breathing and shortness of breath. toxicological characteristics Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity Harmful if swallowed. Skin corrosion/irritation Causes skin irritation. Serious eye damage/eye Causes serious eye irritation. irritation Respiratory or skin sensitization Respiratory sensitization May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. Skin sensitization May cause an allergic skin reaction. Germ cell mutagenicity No data available. Carcinogenicity This product is not considered to be a carcinogen by IARC,ACGIH, NTP, or OSHA. Reproductive toxicity No data available. Specific target organ toxicity- May cause respiratory irritation. single exposure Specific target organ toxicity- No data available. repeated exposure Aspiration hazard Not applicable. Chronic effects Prolonged exposure may cause chronic effects. Further information No data available. 12. Ecological information Ecotoxicity This product's components are not classified as environmentally hazardous. However,this does not exclude the possibility that large or frequent spills can have a harmful or damaging effect on the environment. Persistence and degradability No data is available on the degradability of this product. Bioaccumulative potential No data available for this product. Oxygen Biochem (OBC)TM SIDS US 920293 Version#:01 Revision date:- Issue date:09-May-2014 4/7 Mobility in soil Not available. Other adverse effects No data available. 13. Disposal considerations Disposal instructions Consult authorities before disposal. Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations. Hazardous waste code The Waste code should be assigned in discussion between the user, the producer and the waste disposal company. Waste from residues/unused Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. products Contaminated packaging Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or disposal. 14. Transport information DOT UN number UN1479 UN proper shipping name Oxidizing solid, n.o.s. (Sodium persulfate) Transport hazard class(es) Class 5.1 Subsidiary risk - Packing group II Environmental hazards Marine pollutant No Special precautions for user Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling. Special provisions 62, I135, IP1 Packaging exceptions None Packaging non bulk 211 Packaging bulk 242 IATA UN number UN1479 UN proper shipping name Oxidizing solid, n.o.s. (Sodium persulfate, Calcium peroxide) Transport hazard class(es) Class 5.1 Subsidiary risk - Label(s) 5.1 Packing group II Environmental hazards No ERG Code 5L Special precautions for user Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling. IMDG UN number UN1479 UN proper shipping name OXIDIZING SOLID, N.O.S. (Sodium persulfate, Calcium peroxide) Transport hazard class(es) Class 5.1 Subsidiary risk - Label(s) 5.1 Packing group II Environmental hazards Marine pollutant No EmS F-A, S-Q Special precautions for user Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling. Transport in bulk according to This product is not intended to be transported in bulk. Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code 15. Regulatory information US federal regulations This product is a"Hazardous Chemical'as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200. All components are on the U.S. EPA TSCA Inventory List. TSCA Section 12(b) Export Notification (40 CFR 707, Subpt. D) Not regulated. Oxygen Biochem (OBC)TM SIDS US 920293 Version#:01 Revision date:- Issue date:09-May-2014 5/7 US. OSHA Specifically Regulated Substances (29 CFR 1910.1001-1050) Not listed. CERCLA Hazardous Substance List(40 CFR 302.4) Not listed. Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986(SARA) Hazard categories Immediate Hazard-Yes Delayed Hazard-Yes Fire Hazard-Yes Pressure Hazard-No Reactivity Hazard- No SARA 302 Extremely hazardous substance Not listed. SARA 311/312 Hazardous Yes chemical SARA 313(TRI reporting) Not regulated. Other federal regulations Clean Air Act(CAA)Section 112 Hazardous Air Pollutants(HAPs) List Not regulated. Clean Air Act(CAA)Section 112(r)Accidental Release Prevention (40 CFR 68.130) Not regulated. Safe Drinking Water Act Not regulated. (SDWA) US state regulations This product does not contain a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. US. Massachusetts RTK-Substance List Not regulated. US. New Jersey Worker and Community Right-to-Know Act Calcium peroxide(CAS 1305-79-9) Sodium persulfate(CAS 7775-27-1) US. Pennsylvania Worker and Community Right-to-Know Law Not listed. US. Rhode Island RTK Not regulated. US.California Proposition 65 US-California Proposition 65-Carcinogens &Reproductive Toxicity(CRT): Listed substance Not listed. International Inventories Country(s)or region Inventory name On inventory(yes/no)" Australia Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances(AICS) Yes Canada Domestic Substances List(DSL) Yes Canada Non-Domestic Substances List(NDSL) No China Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances in China (IECSC) Yes Europe European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Yes Substances(EINECS) Europe European List of Notified Chemical Substances(ELINCS) No Japan Inventory of Existing and New Chemical Substances(ENCS) Yes Korea Existing Chemicals List(ECL) Yes New Zealand New Zealand Inventory Yes Philippines Philippine Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances Yes (PICCS) United States&Puerto Rico Toxic Substances Control Act(TSCA) Inventory Yes *A"Yes"indicates this product complies with the inventory requirements administered by the governing country(s). A"No"indicates that one or more components of the product are not listed or exempt from listing on the inventory administered by the governing country(s). Oxygen Biochem (OBC)TM SIDS US 920293 Version#:01 Revision date:- Issue date:09-May-2014 6/7 16. Other information, including date of preparation or last revision Issue date 09-May-2014 Revision date - Version# 01 Further information HMIS®is a registered trade and service mark of the NPCA. NFPA Ratings 4 0 ox List of abbreviations NFPA: National Fire Protection Association. References Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances(RTECS) HSDB®- Hazardous Substances Data Bank Disclaimer The information contained herein is accurate to the best of our knowledge. However, data, safety standards and government regulations are subject to change and,therefore, holders and users should satisfy themselves that they are aware of all current data and regulations relevant to their particular use of product. CARUS CORPORATION DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR RELIANCE ON THE COMPLETENESS OR ACCURACY OR THE INFORMATION INCLUDED HEREIN. CARUS CORPORATION MAKES NO WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTIABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE OF THE PRODUCT DESCRIBED HEREIN.All conditions relating to storage, handling, and use of the product are beyond the control of Carus Corporation, and shall be the sole responsibility of the holder or user of the product. (Carus and design)is a registered service mark of Carus Corporation. Oxygen Biochem (OBC)TM SIDS US 920293 Version#:01 Revision date:- Issue date:09-May-2014 7/7 I�� I�I i I UU I AGREE This Agreement is made and entered into this 1st day of November,2019, by and between Terraquest Environmental Consultants, P.C. (hereinafter called "Terraquest"), and Hashpot,Inc. F/K/A Little River Corporation (hereinafter called "CLIENT"), to provide for Terraquest to perform the services described herein, in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth below and in the attached Schedules A and B,which are incorporated and made a part hereof by reference,and payment to Terraquest by CLIENT. RECITALS CLIENT hereby engages Terraquest to conduct environmental investigations("Services")at "Little River Corporation — Spring Hope" located at 117 N. Ash Street, Spring Hope, NC (the "Property"). In consideration of the matters described above, and of the mutual benefits and obligations set forth in this Agreement, the CLIENT and Terraquest agree as follows: 1. Property Conditions: Upon execution of this Agreement, and as required throughout the project, CLIENT shall provide Terraquest with all site information and any other such data in the possession of CLIENT as applicable and necessary for Terraquest to provide Services for the Property. Additionally, CLIENT represents that the Property is either owned or leased by CLIENT or CLIENT has a written permit or authorization of the Property Owner to allow Terraquest to entry upon and about the Property to perform its Services for the benefit of Client. 2. Environmental Documents:CLIENT hereby authorizes Terraquest to sign environmental e documents, including but not limited to any regulatory or government documents, on CLIENT's behalf, as CLIENT's agent for the purposes of this project and Services. I< 3. Price and Payment: A. The price for the Services defined in this Agreement have been determined by Terraquest and quoted to CLIENT in a "Basis of Charges" attached Schedule A. Terraquest's "Standard Rate Sheet" is attached as Schedule B and incorporated and a part hereof by reference as the basis for any additional adjustments to the initial Price of Services for the Project. The Parties acknowledge that the attached cost estimate for the Services may fluctuate depending on the Property conditions and time constraints. In the event that additional charges will be billed to CLIENT, all such charges shall be based on the units and rates contained in attached Schedules. [k I< B. It is mutually agreed by CLIENT and Terraquest that CLIENT shall timely make all payments for Services performed by Terraquest at the Property under this Agreement. Payment I (t Page 1 C i it I; of all invoices rendered pursuant to this Agreement shall be due and payable upon invoice submission date from Terraquest. Any unpaid invoice balances 30 days past the invoice date shall accrue interest at the rate of 1.5% per month (18% per annum) until paid in full. Any payments received after the specified due date are subject to an additional late fee of $35 as an administrative fee which shall be due and payable on the 31St day after the specified original invoice due date. Terraquest reserves the right to withhold the disclosure or release of its determined data or any summary report or opinion until full payment has been made by CLIENT. Terraquest does not accept payment from real estate closings. C. For CLIENTS seeking reimbursement with the NC Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund it is further understood and agreed to by both parties that each party will make every reasonable effort to enable CLIENT to obtain funds from the NC Trust Fund, but that Terraquest makes no guarantee that such funds will be available to CLIENT for any of the costs associated with this Agreement. Tank removal and associated costs presented in Schedule A are not considered reimbursable by the NC Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund. Terraquest agrees to not exceed $20,000 of presumed reimbursable costs during the UST closure. 4. GENERAL TERMS&CONDITIONS A. Terraquest is an independent consultant and agrees to provide to CLIENT, for its sole benefit and exclusive use,the consulting services set forth in this Agreement.This Agreement shall not be assigned by CLIENT without the prior written consent of Terraquest: All reports, information, analysis, and data submitted by Terraquest to CLIENT shall remain confidential and shall not be disclosed to third parties without the prior written consent of Terraquest; notwithstanding anything contrary herein, Terraquest reserves the right to report or disclose to any governmental or regulatory authorities its findings if required by applicable regulation,code, law or court order. B. Either party may terminate this Agreement without cause upon three (3) days'written notice to the other party. In the event that CLIENT requests termination prior to completion of Services by Terraquest, CLIENT agrees to timely pay Terraquest for all incurred costs and services E that Terraquest has rendered prior to such notice upon invoice delivery by Terraquest. j C. Terraquest will perform its Services using the degree of skill and care that is ordinarily exercised undersimilar conditions by comparably situated environmental consulting professionals. NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IS MADE OR INTENDED TO BE MADE BY THIS AGREEMENT, EITHER BY ORAL OR WRITTEN STATEMENTS.CLIENT agrees that Terraquest's liability to CLIENT or to any third party due to any negligent professional acts or omissions shall not exceed and be limited to the amount of Terraquest's professional fees for the Services contemplated under this Agreement. D. The Parties agree to perform all acts as reasonable and necessary for Terraquest to Page 2 i r provide the Services on the Property and for CLIENT to make timely payment to Terraquest pursuant to this Agreement. E. ARBITRATION; WAIVER OF JURY TRIAL. The Parties agree that any dispute or controversy regarding the subject matter of this Agreement which cannot be amicably resolved between the Parties shall be submitted to binding arbitration, pursuant to the NCRUAA(G.S. § 1- 569.1 et seq.), upon the written notice of either party delivered to the other of such party's intention to arbitrate and shall otherwise conform to the requirements set forth below. The alternative dispute resolution procedures which shall apply underthis Agreement are as follows: If the parties cannot informally settle the dispute within ten (10) days after receipt of the written notice of a dispute,then said dispute shall be settled by binding arbitration,conducted on a confidential basis, pursuant to the NCRUAA (G.S. § 1-569.1 et seq.). All arbitration proceedings shall be held in Alamance County, North Carolina.Judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction, and the arbitrator may include provisional remedies in their award. The arbitrator shall determine all questions of fact and law relating to any controversy, claim or dispute hereunder, including but not limited to whether or not any such controversy,claim or dispute is subject to the arbitration provisions contained herein. Any party desiring arbitration shall serve notice of intent to arbitrate on the other party,in accordance with the NCRUAA(G.S. § 1-569.2).The arbitrator shall be agreed upon by both parties; if the parties fail to agree on an arbitrator,then the arbitrator shall be appointed pursuant to G.S. § 1-569.11. The parties shall bear their own attorney fees,costs and expenses associated with the arbitration. The arbitrator's fees shall be split evenly between the parties. The arbitrator shall make a determination within three (3) months after the dispute is submitted for arbitration. Notwithstanding the existence of a dispute and until the arbitrator render a decision, each party shall be obligated to fulfill its obligations and continue its performance in accordance with the terms hereof. I Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, each party retains the right to pursue in Small Claims Court any dispute within that court's jurisdiction. Further,this Arbitration provision shall apply only to disputes in which either party seeks to recover an amount of money(excluding attorneys' fees and costs) that exceeds the jurisdictional limit of the Small Claims Court. k G. CLIENT shall indemnify Terraquest and hold it harmless from and against any loss, damage,claim or injury which Terraquest or its subcontractor shall suffer or incur as a result of any 4<; breach of this Agreement by CLIENT or as a result of any incomplete or incorrect information or data CLIENT provides to Terraquest including boundary surveys of the property provided by CLIENT. CLIENT shall be responsible for and shall pay to Terraquest, its directors, officers, or employees for all actual, general, and special consequential damages, including attorneys' fees, costs of suits, costs of arbitration, costs of appeal, which may be awarded in any arbitration or litigation instituted by or against CLIENT to recover any of the foregoing items indemnified or to Page 3 r= obtain injunctive relief from CLIENT'S failure to perform as specified in this Agreement. In addition to the foregoing and not in limitation thereof, CLIENT shall indemnify and hold harmless Terraquest from any and all claims, liabilities, losses, damages and expenses, incurred or arising from the performance of or resulting from acts of Terraquest performed in the course and within the scope of its engagement herewith provided such are done in good faith;this indemnification and release shall specifically include (but not be limited to) any acts of Terraquest that result in damage to public or private utilities on the Property. This indemnification shall survive the termination of employment and engagement of Terraquest. I. Any notice provided for or concerning this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed sufficiently given when sent by certified mail or overnight delivery to the respective address of each Party as set forth below. J. The invalidity of any portion of this Agreement shall not be deemed to affect the validity of any other provision. E K. Terraquest may from time to time on behalf of CLIENT arrange for the services of subcontractors and others. All costs to Terraquest for those services of subcontractors associated E with providing services of this Agreement and/or contemplated for the Project shall be paid by CLIENT upon rendering of invoice. L. This Agreement shall be governed in all respects by the laws of the State of North Carolina. All litigation, arbitration, or legal proceedings associated with this Agreement shall be conducted in a forum within Alamance County,State of North Carolina, unless otherwise agreed in j writing by the Parties. i I M. This Agreement and attached Schedules A and B (the "Attachments") constitutes the 1 entire agreement between the Parties and cannot be changed or modified except by a written instrument signed by both Parties. U I? N. Neutral Interpretation and Counterparts. The Parties shall be deemed to have cooperated in the drafting and preparation of this Agreement. Hence,any construction to be made of this Agreement shall not be construed against any Party. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts and each executed counterpart shall be effective as the original. All faxed,emailed,or electronic signatures affirming this Agreement constitute an original signature. [SIGNATURE PAGE FOLLOWS] k I F E F Page 4 i r r, f r IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have caused this Agreement with the incorporated Attachments to be executed in duplicate originals by their duly authorized representatives on the date first set forth above. CLIENT: TERRAQUEST ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS, P.C. HASHPOT, INC. F/K/A LITTLE RIVER CORPORATION i t Authorized Representative Authorized Representative r Address for Notices: Address for Notices: N.B. Lowie Terraquest Environmental Consultants, P.C. Hashpot, Inc. 100 East Ruffin St. P.O. Box 2188 Mebane, NC 27302 Gastonia, NC 28053 i F I r r: I' k c is i F; t Page 5 h r f j=