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Frequent Questions

The Knowledge Base has 108 support references, created by support professionals who have resolved issues for our customers. It is constantly updated, expanded, and refined to ensure that you have access to the very latest information. Begin by browsing folders on the left side of this site.
  1. Cleanup
  2. How are Superfund sites cleaned up?
  1. Community Involvement
  2. Are there any volunteer opportunities or internships to do Superfund research?
  3. I want to get some information on Superfund sites in my area. What can I see if I drop by the Regional office?
  4. Do you have any information for children?
  5. How does EPA involve communities in decision-making efforts?
  6. Who is involved in the Superfund site assessment process?
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  1. Emergencies
  2. Hazardous Waste What happens to sites that are not emergencies?
  3. Hazardous Waste What do I do if I find barrels or tires dumped in the woods, or other waste that looks dangerous?
  4. Hazardous Waste Who responds to hazardous waste emergencies?
  5. Hazardous Waste Who do I contact if I suspect hazardous waste near my home?
  6. Hazardous Waste How are communities notified of hazardous waste emergencies?
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  1. General Information
  2. Who pays to clean up a Superfund site?
  3. What is the difference between hazardous wastes or substances and solid wastes?
  4. How much time does an industry owner of a Superfund site have to clean the site up?
  5. What is the difference between a removal action and a remedial action?
  6. How are Superfund sites discovered?
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  1. Human Health and Ecological Risk
  2. What is the difference between hazardous wastes or substances and solid wastes?
  3. How can I find the treatment technologies for a particular contaminant?
  4. What is the Hazard Ranking System (HRS)?
  5. How do people get exposed to hazardous substances?
  6. What kinds of chemicals are found at Superfund sites?
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  1. Laws, Policies and Guidances
  2. How much time does an industry owner of a Superfund site have to clean the site up?
  3. How was Superfund created?
  4. What is SARA?
  5. Why are some sites listed on CERCLIS eventually cleaned up and others not?
  6. How can I find information on how to score sites for possible listing on the National Priorities List (NPL)?
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  1. Superfund Sites
  2. How are Superfund sites discovered?
  3. Why are some sites listed on CERCLIS eventually cleaned up and others not?
  4. How can I find information on how to score sites for possible listing on the National Priorities List (NPL)?
  5. What is a Superfund site?
  6. What is the Hazard Ranking System (HRS)?
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