vvEPA
United States
Environmental Protection
Agency
Information Resources
Management
(PM-211D)
EPA 220-B-92-033
PB93-128346
January 1993
Superfund Information
Access Series:
BUILDING A
HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION
Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection
Printed on Recycled Paper
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Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection
Building a
Hazardous Waste Collection
January 1993
Information Access Branch, PM-211D
Information Management and Services Division
Office of Information Resources Management
Office of Administration and Resources Management
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Room 2904
401M Street, S.W.
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-5934 us Environmental Protection Agency
Region 5, Library (PL-12J)
77 West Jackson Boulevard, 12th Floor
Chicago, IL 60604-3o90
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HAZARDOUS WASTE SUPERFUND COLLECTION AND DATABASE
• The Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection (HWSFC) is
a special EPA Headquarters Library Collection on the subject
of hazardous waste. Access to the Collection is enhanced by
a Database (HVVSFD) of bibliographic entries which
correspond to each item in the Collection. The EPA
Information Access Branch is responsible for the contents
and maintenance of the Collection and Database.
ACCESS
GOALS
The Collection and Database:
• Provide a unified resource of major hazardous waste
reports, books and journals available through the EPA
Library Network.
• Provide current information to assist EPA staff in making
timely and effective policy and regulatory policy decisions.
• Assist in the transfer of hazardous waste information
from the EPA to the states as part of the Agency's technology
transfer effort.
CONTENTS
• Continually growing, the Collection contains books and
journals, legislation and regulations, reports from Federal
agencies, Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response
(OSWER) policy and guidance directives and EPA reports
from selected program offices.
• The Database mirrors the contents of the Collection. A
user can search the Database with little or no computer
experience.
• The Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection is available
for use in the EPA Headquarters Library. Selected
documents from the Collection are distributed to the 10 EPA
Regional libraries and laboratories in Ada, OK; Cincinnati,
OH; Edison, NJ; Las Vegas, NV; Research Triangle Park, NC
and the National Enforcement Investigations Center (NHC)
in Denver, CO.
• The Database is updated quarterly and reflects ongoing
acquisitions to the Collection.
• The Database is available to the public through the EPA
Online Library System (OLS) which resides on the EPA
mainframe. To access it, the user will need a computer,
modem and telecommunications software. The dial in
number is (919) 549-0720. The parameters are as follows:
300-9600 baud rate
7 bits
1 stop bit
even parity
At the first prompt, the user types F to access "EPA OLS".
The user then follows the prompts.
To log off, the user types Q and follows the prompts.
For user support, call: (800) 334-2405. For a user manual to
OLS, call (919) 541-2777.
• A PC version of the Database can be used at the HQ
Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection Reference area. It is
also on display at EPA's new Public Information Center.
For more information about the PC version call:
Felice Sacks (contractor)
Head Librarian of the HWSFC
(202) 260-3021
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CONTENTS
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Introduction
PART ONE: Selecting the Basics for the Collection 1
PARTTWO: Sources for Selecting Materials 29
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INTRODUCTION
This publication is designed for government or private sector professionals who
want to create a hazardous waste collection or continue to develop an existing
collection. It is an extension of a previous document prepared by EPA's
Information Management and Services Division in April 1986 entitled
Establishing a Special Hazardous Waste Collection for the EPA Library Network: A
Guidance Document. That publication outlined a practical "nuts and bolts" approach to
building a special library collection such as the Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection
(HWSFC) at EPA's Headquarters Library. The focus of the current publication is on
identifying and acquiring key titles and other information resources which form the
foundation of any hazardous waste collection.
Building a Hazardous Waste Collection is based on the experiences of library staff in
developing the HWSFC. Therefore, information resources presented here are only those
with which the HWSFC staff has familiarity because they are contained in the Collection.
Information in this publication is divided into the following parts:
• Part One: Selecting the Basics for the Collection-
In this part, different types of information resources that should be included in the
collection are identified. Following this discussion is a listing of certain subject areas on
which the librarian should focus in building a balanced hazardous waste collection. Each
resource type is then discussed in detail with appropriately selected items listed therein.
The discussion on monographs (including microform) incorporates the identified topics
with cross references to other information resources. Criteria for selection of items within
each resource type is that the item is a comprehensive and/or basic source for a patron trying
to gain an understanding of some aspect of hazardous waste.
• Part Two: Sources for Selecting Materials-
The second part describes sources for acquiring materials and keeping the collection
current. These include hard copy and electronic sources as well as publishers in the
hazardous waste information field. Note: Superfund Information Access Series: Guide to Key
Documents and Information Sources (see next page) is a tool for finding out how to obtain
hard copies of many EPA documents cited in Parts One and Two.
This publication does not purport to be all inclusive on selecting materials for
building a special collection of this nature. It should be viewed as a starting point for
collection development. In addition. Building a Hazardous Waste Collection can serve as a
tool to evaluate the contents of an existing collection.
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For further information about this document or the Hazardous Waste Superfund
Collection, contact the following librarians of the Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection:
Felice Sacks, (contractor), Head Librarian, or Fabienne McGovern (contractor), Reference
Librarian at 202/260-5934. The address is U.S. EPA Headquarters Library, Room 2904, Mail
Code PM-211A, 401M Street, SW, Washington, DC 20460.
This document is part of a series entitled Superfund Information Access Series. The series is a
comprehensive guide to information resources available at the Environmental Protection Agency on
the subject of the Superfund program and related hazardous waste topics. The individual
publications comprising the series are as follows:
• Guide to Key Documents and Information Sources - describes individual document types
forming the core of the Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection and categorizes the
Collection according to reference type and subtopics. Provides information on obtaining
publications.
• Journals - an annotated guide to journals and other serials covering hazardous waste
topics.
• Databases and Electronic Systems - fact sheets on databases and bulletin board systems
supported by FJ*A and containing data related to hazardous waste.
• Hazardous Waste Superfund Database Users Manual - & guide for using the online and PC
versions of the Hazardous Waste Superfund Database.
• Hazardous Waste Superfund Database Thesaurus - a keyword guide for terms used to search
the Hazardous Waste Superfund Database.
• Legislation and Regulations - information about legislative and regulatory sources within
the Collection.
• Building a Hazardous Waste Collection - a "how to" book on acquiring basic items for a
hazardous waste collection.
Reference herein to any specific commercial publisher or service does not constitute or imply
endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the EPA, M
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PART ONE
Selecting the Basics for the Collection
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• PART ONE: SELECTING THE BASICS FOR THE COLLECTION
The Mission
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At the outset, the librarian building a hazardous waste collection defines the mission
of the collection in light of the role of the institution supporting its development. Once this
mission has been crystallized, short and long range goals can be established, taking into
account certain practical matters. Among these practical factors influencing conceptual
planning for the collection, are the following:
needs of the patrons
physical space constraints
budgetary limitations
availability of technical equipment
number of staff and level of their skills
Basic Information Resources
Once goals are delineated, the librarian can establish a policy about acquiring
information resources which will form the foundation of the collection. Types of resources
are categorized as:
• journals (serial publications, commercial and government sponsored)
• computer databases and CD ROM technology
• monographs (private and government publications, including books,
studies, treatises, directives)
• microform (microfiche)
• indexes (directories, bibliographies, pathfinders)
• audio visual materials (videos, slides)
Acquiring materials from these six categories will be dictated by the above indicated
practical considerations. For example, if shelf space is a problem, the librarian should
consider acquiring monograph publications in another format, such as microform,
assuming the availability of this format and supporting technical equipment. Budgetary
and/or space limitations may also encourage the librarian to focus more on the acquisition
of indexes as pathfinders to information rather than the documents themselves. Then the
librarian can establish an interlibrary loan system to respond to patrons' requests. Because
of space limitations, the librarian may choose to subscribe to online databases as an
alternative to purchasing materials in hard copy.
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Making the Selections
Concurrent with establishing policy on acquiring different information resources,
the librarian should select subject areas to be represented in the collection. Obviously, the
unique needs of the clientele will determine most of these areas. However, the following
topics are recommended regardless of the special focus or interests of the patrons so that
the collection maintains a general balance. (Superfund Information Access Series: Guide to Key
Documents and Information Sources offers additional guidance for topics and references not
included below).
Legislative and regulatory information
EPA policy and guidelines
Program overviews
Status reports, statistics and surveys
Superfund sites
Remedial/removal responses
Technologies and technical guidance
Community relations/public participation
Conference proceedings
What follows in Part One is a listing of "core" or "key" hazardous waste materials
categorized by the six information resource types indicated on p. 1. Monographs are
further subdivided by subject areas mentioned above and when appropriate, cross
references are included to other resources containing helpful information on the topic.
Part One identifies die information resources that establish the building blocks for a
growing collection. Part Two discusses the tools for acquiring these initial materials and
keeping the collection up-to-date. It is also adviseable for the librarian to acquire these
"tools" when appropriate in addition to the items selected with them.
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Information Resources Forming the Basis of the Collection
• Journals
The following section lists key journal titles which provide patrons with a resource for
keeping abreast of new developments in the field of hazardous waste and related topics.
Taken together these publications encompass subjects such as: current events, legislation,
regulations, new treatment technologies, waste minimization and management, recycling,
business and industry perspectives, health risks, and community relations. Each entry
includes the title, frequency of publication, publisher, subject focus and (for the purposes of
acquisition) an indication whether it contains reviews of, or announcements of new hazardous
waste documents and book reviews. For the complete annotated list of journals held by the
HWSFC, including publisher information, consult the Superfund Information Access Series:
Journals.
Biocycle
Monthly Journal—J.G Press, Inc.
Presents waste recycling information, including management, public policy and research.
Includes book reviews.
Biotreatment News
Monthly Journal—DE VO Enterprises Publication
Covers the field of biotreatment including regulatory, policy and congressional actions
impacting the technology and reports on cleanups, pilot demonstrations, and the
international biotreatment market.
Federal Facilities Environmental Journal
Quarterly Journal—Executive Enterprises Co., Inc.
Presents issues concerning environmental cleanups, techniques and regulatory matters
associated with Federal facilities.
Hazardous & Solid Waste Minimization & Recycling Report
Monthly Newsletter—Government Institutes, Inc.
Presents comprehensive information on waste minimization. Analyzes legislation.
Hazardous Materials Intelligence Report
Weekly Newsletter—World Information Systems
An international weekly on hazardous materials and hazardous waste, presenting articles
on regulatory, legislative and global issues relating to hazardous waste. Announces and
describes newly released documents from government and private sources.
HMCRI's Hazardous Materials Control
Bi-monthly Journal—Hazardous Materials Control Resources
Articles focus on case studies on treatment technologies and analysis of current Superfund
issues.
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Hazardous Waste & Hazardous Materials
Quarterly Journal—Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.
Presents articles on methodology (economic and ecological) for management of hazardous
waste.
The Hazardous Waste Consultant
Bi-monthly Journal—McCoy & Associates
Presents in-depth analysis of regulatory, legal and legislative issues in. the area of
hazardous waste. Contains book reviews and a bibliography.
Hazardous Waste Management
Monthly Journal—National Association of Hazardous Waste Generators
Focuses on technologies in the area of waste management.
Hazardous Waste News
Weekly Newsletter—Business Publishers, Inc.
Provides summary of events around the nation with respect to hazardous waste
information.
Hazardous Waste Report
Bi-weekly Newsletter—Aspen Publishers, Inc.
Regulatory issues, EPA reports, enforcement and litigation are included as well as topical
issues.
HAZMAT News
Semi-monthly Newsletter—Stevens Publishing Corp.
Comprehensive source for current issues in hazardous materials control and waste
management. Describes newly released EPA publications.
HAZMAT World
Monthly Journal—Tower-Borner Publishing, Inc.
Hazardous materials management issues, technology and people. Periodically has services
guide.
Inside EPA's Superfund Report
Bi-weekly Newsletter—Inside Washington Publishers
Tracks Superfund regulation, litigation and legislative issues. Announces availability of
EPA documents.
Journal of Hazardous Materials
Bi-monthly Journal—Elsevier Science Publishing Co., Inc.
Covers review papers, project reports and brief articles dealing with all aspects of
hazardous materials. Contains book reviews.
Monthly Hotline Report: RCRA/Superfund/EPCRA
Monthly Looseleaf Service—Issued by the USEPA, OSW
Compilation of reports from the hotline. Announces new EPA publications.
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NTIS ALERT: Environmental Pollution & Control
Bi-monthly Journal—National Technical Information Service
Abstracts of new documents and order information.
Remediation
Quarterly Journal—Executive Enterprises Publications
A journal of environmental cleanup costs, technologies and techniques. Reviews EPA and
commercial publications.
Superfund Records of Decision Update
Monthly Newsletter—EPA, Hazardous Site Control Division
Covers information about recent Records of Decision with brief descriptions for each site.
Superfund Week
Weekly Newsletter—Pasha Publishers
Formerly called Superfund. Summarizes recent events relating to Superfund. Contains
information on EPA guidance issues, court cases and pending Superfund legislation.
Toxics Law Reporter
Weekly Newsletter—The Bureau of National Affairs, Inc.
A review of toxic torts, and hazardous waste and insurance litigation. Occasionally
highlights an article addressing hazardous waste/Superfund legal issues.
Waste Management Today
Monthly Journal—AE A Technology, Harwell, United Kingdom
Consists of two journals: News Journal and Bibliographic Journal. International in scope.
Subject coverage includes: management of solid, sludge, liquid and gaseous wastes and
their disposal and recovery.
Waste Tech News
Bi-weekly Newspaper—Shouweller Communications Group
A newspaper for waste and pollution control industries. Topics include conversion of
waste to energy, site remediation, and recycling.
World Wastes
Monthly Journal—Communication Channel, Inc.
Advertised as the voice of the industry, this journal looks at the waste management
industry worldwide.
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• Computer Databases
This section highlights the major.databases (online and stand-alone/PC versions) and
electronic bulletin boards which provide hazardous waste information often appearing in
private sector journals and government publications. Discussion focuses only on
commercial and EPA sponsored sources selected for the Hazardous Waste Superfund
Collection at EPA's Headquarters Library. For sources leading to other related
environmental databases, see "Database Sources" in Part Two, pp. 31-32. See also
Superfund Information Access Series: Databases and Electronic Systems.
Online and Stand-alone Versions
Congressional Quarterly Washington Alert (CQ Washington Alert)
Washington, DC: Congressional Quarterly Inc., 202/887-8511
CQ Washington Alert is a commercial online congressional tracking service. The system
offers continuous updates of actions on bills, resolutions, and hearings. In addition to
searching the status and complete text of bills, the database contains the Congressional
Record, regulatory information from the Federal Register and other legislative materials.
Combining different files of information within the system, users can develop a quick
legislative history of any current legislation.
DIALOG, Information Services, Inc
Arlington, VA: Knight-Ridder company, 1-800-3-DIALOG
DIALOG is a commercial online database that contains a wide variety of database files on
the subject of hazardous waste. Of particular interest to users searching hazardous waste
topics are the following files: (1) File 6 (National Technical Information Service), the central
source for the public sale and dissemination of EPA documents as well as hazardous waste
documents from other agencies; (2) File 8 (Compendex Plus), a source for significant
technological literature worldwide; (3) File 40 (Enviroline), a source for interdisciplinary
coverage of the scientific, and socio-economic aspects of environmental literature; and (4)
File 41 (Pollution Abstracts) a leading resource for references to environmentally related
technical literature on pollution, its source and control.
Hazardous Waste Superfund Database (HWSFD)
Washington, DC: USEPA, Information Resources Management, 202/260-3021
HWSFD is a database of bibliographic entries which corresponds to each item in the
Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection (HWSFC) at the EPA Headquarters Library. The
HWSFC contains books, journals, reports from Federal agencies, policy and guidance
documents, Records of Decision, and EPA reports from selected program offices. The
database can be accessed by dialing into EPA's mainframe. (See p. iifor access instructions).
LEXIS/NEXIS
Dayton, OH: Mead Data Central, 513/865-6800
This commercial online service contains an environment library (ENVIRN) which puts
environmental news, case law, regulatory materials, and legislation in one central location
for easy retrieval. Among the ENVIRN libraries are: (1) National Priority List (NPL file)
which provides the location, state, county, descriptions of sites on the NPL;
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(2) Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act Information
System (CERCLIS file) which contains data on over 37,000 hazardous waste sites that have
been reported regardless of whether they are on the NFL List; (3) Resource Conservation
and Recovery Information System (RCRIS file) where facility information can be found on
more than 324,000 sites that generate, transport, store and dispose of hazardous waste; and
(4) Toxic Chemical Release Inventory (TRIS file) which tracks companies that manufacture,
process, or import toxic chemicals in quantities that exceed the amount required by the
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA).
RODS (Records of Decision System)
Washington, DC: Hazardous Site Control Division, 703/538-7227,7886,7590.
The RODS database, housed on EPA's mainframe and managed by the Hazardous Site
Control Division, contains the complete text of all published RODs. It also includes an
abstract (containing cost data) and specific information which allow the RODs to be sorted
by: site name, alias name, ROD date, region, location, ROD ID, site ID, contaminated
media, key contaminants, and selected remedy. Although direct access to the database is
not provided to the general public, the RODS Hotline will conduct searches and mail out
the results. ATTIC, an EPA bulletin board (see p. 8) also provides ROD information.
TRI (The Toxic Release Inventory)
Washington, DC: Office of Toxic Substances
This EPA database contains data from a SARA mandated national inventory of toxic
chemicals released into air, water, or land on an annual basis. All electronic formats of the
TRI provide full text search capacity. In addition to the LEXIS/NEXIS file (see above TRIS
file), the TRI is available in a variety of formats from the following sources:
(1) Online format (1987 and 1988 TRI Inventory)
The National Library of Medicine, TRI Representative
Bethesda, MD: National Library of Medicine, 301/496-6531
(2) CD ROM format (1987 TRI Inventory)
Springfield, VA: NTTS, 703/487-4763
NTISNo.PB90-502311
or
Washington, DC: Government Printing Office, 202/275-0186
GPO Stock Number: 055-000-00356-4
(3) Magnetic Tape format (1988 TRI Inventory)
Springfield, VA: NTIS, 703/487-4763
NTISNO.PB90-502030
or
Washington, DC: Government Printing Office, 202/275-0186
(4) Microcomputer Diskettes format (1988 TRI Inventory)
Springfield, VA: NTIS, 703/487-4763
NTIS No. (All States) PB90-50451 - Individual states also available
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The VISITT (Vendor Information System for Innovative Treatment Technologies)
Washington, DC: USEPA, Technology Innovation Office (TIO)
The EPA VISITT database (on diskette) was developed to promote the use of innovative
technology for the cleanup of soil and groundwater contaminated by hazardous waste.
VISITT contains vendor supplied information on 155 vendors of innovative technologies
from 97 companies at all stages of development. The VISITT system is .menu driven, easy to
search, view and print search results. The basic information on each technology contains
the vendor name, address and phone number, technology description, highlights and the
contaminant and waste/media treated. VISITT is available at no charge by calling the
VISITT Hotline at 800/24S4505 or 703/883-8448.
Electronic Bulletin Boards
The following bulletin boards contain information files on hazardous waste topics that can
be downloaded to the user. They also establish a forum to exchange such information
among professionals. In the board systems listed below documents can be ordered directly
once users have dialed into the system.
ATTIC (Alternative Treatment Technology Information)
RockviUe, MD: Dial in: 301/670-3815,3808 or Hotline: 301/670-6294
ATTIC is an information retrieval system containing data on alternative treatment
technologies. Publications can be ordered from the ATTIC repository library.
CLU-IN (Cleanup Information Bulletin Board)
Washington, DC: OSWER, TIO. Dial in: 301/589-8366 or Hotline: 301/589-8368
CLU-IN is designed for hazardous waste professionals to find current innovative
technology information. (The Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection uploads to the board
related information products).
ORD BBS (Office of Research and Development Bulletin Board System)
Cincinnati, OH: USEPA, Center for Environmental Research. Dial in: 513/569-7610 or
Hotline: 513/569-7272
This system provides access to technical documents produced by the Office of Research
and Development. Many of these are pertinent hazardous waste documents for building a
library coltection. The board contains a searchable database as well as ordering
information for EPA publications available from the Center for Environmental Research
Information.
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CD ROMs
CD-ROM (compact disc read only memory) indexes on hazardous waste/Superfund
topics are an alternative to online systems. These CD-ROMs are similar to their
corresponding online counterparts in terms of data and search methods. While a
subscription can be costly, there are many advantages:
• Unlimited search time using CD-ROMs makes it possible for librarians to allow non-
professionals to perform searches themselves without fear that the library could incur high
online charges when responding to patron requests
• Availability of this technology to patrons also helps free up the librarian to perform
other tasks
• Search results improve in quality by having the requester perform the actual search in a
user friendly environment
The following CD-ROMs are an asset to a hazardous waste collection:
El Energy and Environment
Arlington, VA: DIALOG Information Services, Inc.
Coverage 1980 to date—updated quarterly
Focuses on energy and the environment and covers issues from meteorology to air and
water pollution to hydroelectric power. An excellent source for performing a literature
search on innovative treatment technologies.
Enviro/Energyline Abstracts Plus
New Providence, NJ: R.R. Bowker Electronic Publishing
Coverage 1990 to date—updated quarterly
Features complete records from Environment Abstracts, Energy Information Abstracts, and
Acid Rain Abstracts.
See also p. 7 for reference to the TRI database produced in CD-ROM format.
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Monographs/Microf
croiorm
The bulk of materials comprising a hazardous waste collection will usually be monographs.
Most of the monographs contained in the HWSFC are government publications, but
depending on the perspective of the institution/clientele being served, the balance between
government and private sector documents will vary.
Librarians will find that in many instances they will have a wide choke in selecting
microform (usually microfiche) versions of the same publication when dealing with
government publications. That is because many hazardous waste documents are produced
by EPA and made available in both hard copy and microfiche from the National Technical
Information Service (NTIS). NTIS is EPA's partner in the distribution of Agency
publications. In addition to EPA documents, NTIS collects and sells information produced
by and for other Federal agencies in all areas of science and technology including
hazardous waste.
The following discussion focuses on key subject areas that should be acquired to form the
foundation of a balanced hazardous waste collection. For the sake of clarity, the distinction
between monographs and microform sources will not be maintained here. The two
reference types will be referred to as "publications." When applicable, other reference types
will be noted below for additional information on a topic.
Legislative and Regulatory information
Essential to any hazardous waste collection are materials which provide information on the
law and regulations underpinning hazardous waste programs in this country. The major
national legislative acts to focus on are:
• CERCLA - Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act
• SARA - Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986
• RCRA - Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
• HSWA - Hazardous and Solid Waste Amendments of 1984
Government and private sector offices/publishers generate legislative materials which
generally consist of sources containing the actual language of the law or regulations,
legislative histories, and/or in-depth analyses. There are also journals and commercial
computer databases which assist in keeping patrons current on changes in the legislative
and regulatory forum. A helpful guide to sources explaining the statutory framework and
implementing regulations is Superfund Information Access Series: Legislation and Regulations.
Publications
An Informational Briefing; National Contingency Flan
Washington, DC: U.E. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), 1990.
NTIS No. PB92-963261
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CERCLA Orientation: Student Manual
Washington, DC: USEPA, Office of Solid Waste & Emergency Response (OSWER), 1992.
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Hazardous Waste Regulation, the New Era. An Analysis and Guide to RCRA and the
1984 Amendments
New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Book Company, 1987.
Legislative History of Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986. Public
Law 99-499.4 vols.
Washington, DC: U.S. Dept. of Interior, 1988.
Legislative History of the Comprehensive Environmental Response. Compensation, and
Liability Act of 1980 (Superfund). Public Law 96-510.3 vols.
Washington, DC: Congressional Research Service, 1983.
Legislative History of the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as Amended
Washington, DC: Government Printing Office, 1991.
National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan 1990
55 Federal Register 8666 (March 8,1990), 40 Code of Federal Regulations part 300
NT1S No. PB92-963261
RCRA Hazardous Wastes Handbook. 8th Edition.
Rockville, MD: Government Institutes, 1989.
RCRA Orientation Manual. 1990 Edition.
Washington, DC: USEPA, 1990.
SARA Title III: Intent and Implementation of Hazardous Materials Regulations. 1990
New York, NY: Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1990.
SARA Title III Law and Regulations; A Handbook Covering the Emergency Planning
and Community Right-to-Know Act. 3rd Edition.
Rockville, MD: Government Institutes, 1989.
State Hazardous Waste Regulation. 2 vols.
Salem, NH: Butterworth Legal Publishers, 1991.
ISBN 0-88063-361-1
Superfund Deskbook: The Environmental Law Reporter
Washington, DC: Environmental Law Institute, 1986.
A comprehensive guide to CERCLA and SARA.
Superfund Manual - Legal and Management Strategies. 4th Edition.
Rockville, MD: Government Institutes, 1990.
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-Cross Reference: Journals
Hazardous Materials Intelligence Report
The Hazardous Waste Consultant
Hazardous Waste Report
Inside EPA's Superfund Report
Superfund Week
-Cross Reference: Audio Visual Materials
Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act: What it Means to You
Washington, DC: USEPA, 1990 (video).
New Superfund; What It Is. How It Works
Washington, DC: National Audiovisual Center, 1987 (video).
RCRA Orientation Program. 1990 Edition.
Washington, DC: USEPA, OSWER, 1990 (video).
—Cross Reference: Computer Databases
Congressional Quarterly's Washington Alert
DIALOG
LEXIS/NEXIS
—Cross Reference: Indexes
(These sources provide direction to additional information and/or tools for searching information).
Bibliography of Materials on the Emergency Plannjpg and Community Right-to-Know
Act (EPCRA or Title III of SARA)
Washington, DC: USEPA, OSWER, 1992.
EPA/580/CE-91/002
CERCLA Regulations and Keyword Index
RCRA Regulations and Keyword Index
SARA Title III: Regulations and Keyword Index
Lakewood, GO: McCoy and Associates, Inc., 1991.
ISBN 0-930469-08-9,0-930469-06-2,0-930469-07-0 respectively
Superfund Information Access Series: Legislation and Regulations
Washington, DC: USEPA, Office of Administration & Resources Management (OARM),
Office of Information Resources Management (OIRM), Information Management and
Services Division (IMSD), Information Access Branch (IAB), January 1993.
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EPA Policy and Guidelines
One fourth of the HWSFC is comprised of directives issued by EPA's Office of Solid Waste
and Emergency Response (OSWER) on policy and guidance for hazardous waste
programs. Depending upon space limitations as well as the focus of the library, librarians
building a hazardous waste collection have the option of either acquiring the actual
documents or catalogs listing them.
The following catalogs are recommended for acquiring and/or listing current directives:
• The Compendium of Superfund Publications
• Catalogue of Hazardous and Solid Waste Publications
• OSWER Directives Catalog. March 1992
• Collection Catalog, Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection, published twice a year and
available through NTIS.
See "Source Bibliographies" in Part Two, pp. 29-30 for more information about these
publications.
Directives are classified under a numerical system according to the program office issuing
them. The aforementioned catalogs further categorize the OSWER Directives according to
the following topical scheme:
Superfund:
Administration and Management, Enforcement—CERCLA, Enforcement—RCRA, Federal
Facilities, Public Participation, Remedial Action, Removal Action, Risk Assessment, Site
Assessment, Technology
RCRA:
Closure/Post-dosure, Corrective Action, Generators, Ground Water, Hazardous Waste
Identification, Hazardous Waste Recycling, Health Effects, Landfills, Liability and
Enforcement, Municipal Solid Waste, Permits and Permitting, Reports to Congress, and
Treatment, Storage, Disposal Facilities
For a bibliography on the OSWER Directives System, consult Superfund Information Access
Series: Guide to Kev Documents and Information Sources.
—Cross Reference: Computer Databases
Hazardous Waste Superfund Database (see p. 6)
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Program Overviews
Overviews of hazardous waste programs provide patrons with a basic understanding of
how the government regulates, monitors, and remediates hazardous wastes. Such
publications present the purpose of the program, its goals, key activities, objectives,
priorities, accomplishments, progress and the tools used to accomplish its mission.
Publications
FY93 RCRA Implementation Plan
Washington, DC: USEPA, Office of Solid Waste (OSW), 1992.
EPA/530/R-92/017
Management Review of the Superfund Program
Washington, DC: USEPA, OSWER, 1989
EPA/540/8-89/007
NT1SNO.PB90-153875
Presents the findings of the "90 day study", a self-critical examination of the program.
Overview of the Emergency Response Program
Washington, DC: USEPA, Office of Emergency and Remedial Response (OERR), 1992.
OSWER 9360.0-25
NnSNo.PR913,free
Document; EPA's Superfund Program
Washington, DC: USEPA, Office of the Inspector General (OIG), January 1992.
Assesses the program's vulnerabilities and establishes priorities for OIG Superfund efforts.
Superfund: Focusing on the Nation at Large
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, 1991.
OSWER 9200.5-701 A; EPA/540/8-91/016
NrnSNo.PB92-963252
Provides a brief description of the Superfund program. Graphically illustrates progress
towards cleanup at NPL sites nationwide in a state-by-state summary table.
Superfund: Reporting on Progress through Environmental Indicators
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, 1991.
OSWER 9200.5-07A
NTCSNO.PB91-921203
Superfund Program; Ten Years of Progress
Washington, DC: USEPA, OSWER, 1991.
EPA/540/8-91/003
NTIS No. PB91-921286
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Superfund Progress: Aficionado's Version
Washington, DC: USEPA, 1992.
OSWER9200.1-12A
NTIS No. PB92-963267
This quarterly progress report summarizes strides taken by the Superfund program to
protect people from the hazardous of uncontrolled chemical releases.
—Cross Reference: Journals
The Hazardous Waste Consultant
Inside EPA Superfund Report
Superfund Week
Federal Facilities
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Status Reports, Statistics and Surveys
While some status reports overlap with publications presenting an overview of hazardous
waste programs, many are narrower in focus, providing specific statistical information or
the results of a survey. An excellent source for learning about the status of the Superfund
program is the annual "report to Congress" which is mandated by the law.
Publications
1987 National Biennial RCRA Hazardous Waste Report
Washington, DC: USEPA, OSW, 1991.
EPA/530/SW-91/061
NTISNO.PB91-220293
Survey is mandated by law every two years and provides data on types and quantities of
waste generated and the number of facilities handling the waste.
Future in Toxic Waste Management
Bruce Piasecki
New York, NY: Quorum Books, 1988.
ISBN 0-89930-113-4
An Analysis of State Superfund Programs: 50 State Study. 1990 Update
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, 1991.
EPA/540/8-91/002
NTISNo.PB91-921259
Federal Options for Reducing Waste Disposal
Washington, DC: Congressional Budget Office, 1991.
Hazardous Waste Remediation: The Task Ahead
Knoxville, TN: The University of Tennessee
Waste Management Research and Education Institute, 1991.
National Survey of Hazardous Waste Generators and Treatment Storage. Disposal, and
Recycling Facilities in 1986: pflyaTdous Waste Generation and Management
Washington, DC: USEPA, OSW, 1991.
EPA/530/SW-91/071
NTISNO.PB92-123025
The Nations Hftflfl^pus Waste Management Program at a Crossroads: the RCRA
Implementation Study
Washington, DC: USEPA, OSW, 1990.
EPA/530/SW-90/069
Progress Toward Implementing Superfund; FY 1990 Report to Congress
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, 1991.
OSWER 9200.2-13; EPA/540/8-91/004
NTISNO.PB92-963256
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Statistical Record of the Environment
Detroit, MI: Gale Research Inc., 1992.
ISBN 0-8103-8374-9
Status of State Involvement in the Superfund Program FY80 to FY90
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, 1990.
EPA/540/8-90/005
Superfund Emergency Response Actions: A Summary of Federally-Funded Removals:
Fifth Annual Report - Fiscal Year 1990
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, 1992.
OSWER 9360.6-06
NTISNO.PB92-963403
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Superfund Sites
Information on sites subject to the Superfund program is available from a variety of
sources. Certain site data is contained in a Record of Decision (ROD), the EPA document
which provides the public with a consolidated source of information on a National
Priorities list (NPL) site or Superfund site, including: history, containments, contaminated
media, selected remedy and rationale for selection. (These RODs are available from NTIS
in hard copy and on microfiche). EPA also publishes documents relating to NPL sites as
well as technical documents on the remediation process at sites. (See also pp. 20-21). In
addition, many hazardous waste journals publish articles on cleanup progress and
technology being used at Superfund sites.
Publications
Estimation of Resource Requirements for NPL Sites
Knoxville, TN: The University of Tennessee
Waste Management Research and Education Institute, 1991.
National Priorities List Sites: Alabama through Wyoming (all 50 states)
Washington, DC: USEPA, 1991.
National: OSWER 9200.5-700A; NTIS No. PB92-963253
States: OSWER 9200.5-702A (EPA/540/8-91/017) to 9200.5-749A (EPA/540/8-91/063)
NTIS Nos. PB92-9632Q3 and higher
Provides general Superfund information and descriptions of activities for NPL sites in each
of the States.
ROD Annual Report. FY1991. Volume 1
Washington, DC: USEPA, 1992.
OSWER 9355.6-05-1
NTIS No. PB92-963359
This annual report is a reference publication designed to provide summary information on
RODs. Volume 1 highlights specific information about threat or problem waste volume and
the remedy selected for RODs signed in FY 1991.
ROD Annual Report,, FY 1991, VolumeZ
Washington, DC: USEPA, 1992.
OSWER 9355.6-05-2
NTIS No. PB92-963360
Volume 2 contains the summary tables for FY 1982-1990 which lists the remedial action,
site name and ROD signature date and summarizes the threat or problem waste volume
and remedy selected.
Superfund NPL Characterization Project: National Results.
Washington, DC: USEPA, OSWER, 1991.
OSWER 9345.1-09-00; EPA/540/8-91/069
NTIS No. PB92-963304
A national snapshot of NPL sites as of February 1991.
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The Superfund Process: Site-Level Experience
Knoxville, TN: The University of Tennessee
Waste Management Research and Education Institute, 1991.
—Cross Reference: Journals
HMCR's Hazardous Materials Control
The Hazardous Waste Consultant
Hazardous Waste News
Inside EPA's Superfund Report
Superfund Record of Decision Update
Superfund Week
Toxics Law Reporter
—Cross Reference: Audio Visual Materials
The New Superfund: What it is How it Works
Washington, DC: National Audiovisual Center, 1987 (video).
First on the Scene
Washington DC: Chemical Manufacturing Association, 1985 (video).
— Cross Reference: Computer Databases
Most interested parties in a Superfund site are the local community and the local press.
Two databases that offer both bibliographic citations and full text articles from newspapers
on sites are DIALOG and LEXIS. LEXIS also contains a file on NPL sites. (See discussion
on pp. 6-7).
In addition, the RODS Database (see p. 7) contains the complete text of all RODs.
Although direct access is not available to the general public, information can be requested
by calling the RODS Hotline at 202/260-3770.
See also the electronic bulletin board, ATTIC, p. 8 for ROD information.
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Remedial Response and Removal Actions
The cleanup process for hazardous waste sites involves removal or remedial actions.
Removal actions provide a rapid and flexible response to reported health and
environmental hazards, wherever and whenever they occur. Remedial actions are actions
taken at NPL sites to provide permanent, cost-effective solutions to the most serious
hazardous waste problems. EPA and the private sector publish documents on guidance
and methodology in performing both of these activities.
Publications
Conducting Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Studies for CERCLA Municipal
Landfill Sites
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, 1991.
EPA/540/P-91/001
NTIS No. PB91-921205
Guidance for Performing Preliminary Assessments Under CERCLA
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, 1991.
EPA/540/G-91/013
NTISNO.PB92-963303
Guidance for Conducting Remedial Investigations and Feasibility Studies (RI/FS)
Under CERCLA
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, 1988.
EPA/540/G-89/004
NTISNO.PB89-184626
Describes general procedures for conducting RI/FS.
Hazardous Waste Measurement
Milagros Simmons
Chelsea, ML Lewis Publishers, Inc., 1990.
ISBN 0-87371-171-8
Readings in Risk
Theodore Glickman
Washington, DC: Resources for the Future, 1990.
ISBN 0-915707-55-1
Risk Analysis; A Guide to the Principles and Methods for Analyzing Health and
Environmental Risks
Washington, DC: USEPA, 1989.
NTIS No. PB89-137772
ISBN 0-934213-20-8
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Risk Assessment Guidance for Superfund. Volume 1. Human Health Evaluation
Part A. Interim Final
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, December 1989.
OSWER 9285.7-01B; EPA/540/1-89/002
NTISNo.PB90-155581
Assists remedial project managers and on-scene coordinators in managing public health
risks assessments at Superfund sites.
Risk Assessment Guidance for Superfund. Volume 1. Human Health Evaluation
Manual. Part B (Development of Risk-Based Preliminary Remediation Goals)
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, December 1991.
OSWER 9285.7-01B
NTTSNO.PB92-963333
Risk Assessment Guidance for Superfund. Volume \t Human Health Evaluation
Manual. Part C (Risk Evaluation of Remedial Alternatives)
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, December 1991.
OSWER 9285.7-01C
NTISNo.PB92-963334
Risk Assessment Guidance for Superfund. Volume 2i Environmental Evaluation Manual
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, 1989.
EPA/540/1-89/001
NTIS No. PB90-155599
Assists remedial project managers and on-scene coordinators with a scientific framework
for considering environmental effects of contamination.
Risk Assessment in Superfund; A Primer
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR/Hazardous Site Evaluation Division (HSED), April 1991.
OSWER 9285.7-05; EPA/540/X-91/002
NTTSNO.PB91-214197
An introduction to risk assessment for Superfund Remedial Project Managers and On-
Scene Coordinators. This is an internal training document.
—Cross Reference: Audio Visual Materials
Sampling Techniques
Ann Arbor, ME: Regents of the University of Michigan, 1988 (video).
—Cross Reference: Journals
Biotreatment News
Federal Facilities Environmental Journal
Hazardous Waste Management
Remediation
Waste Tech News
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Technologies and Technical Guidance
Since the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 required permanent
solutions to the remediation of hazardous waste sites, EPA has increased its focus on
innovative cleanup solutions. The Superfund Innovative Technology Program (SITE) is the
Agency's principal program for advancing the development, evaluation and
implementation of innovative alternative technologies. Set forth below are references to
this program as well as other sources dealing with new technologies. .
Publications
Bioremediation of Hazardous Wastes
Washington, DC: Office of Research and Development (ORD), August 1992.
EPA/600/R-92/126
Biotechnology for the 21st Century
Washington, DC: U.S. Government Printing Office, 1992.
ISBN 0-16-036101-X
Emerging Technologies in If ag?gr^pus Waste Management
Washington, DC: American Chemical Association, 1990.
ISBN 0-8412-1747-5
Compilation of papers concerning wastewater management, as well as soils, residues and
recycling techniques, presented at a symposium.
Encyclopedia qf Environmental Control Technology:
Volume li Thermal Treatment of Hazardous Wastes
Volume 2: Air Pollution
3: Wastewater Treatment Technology
4: Hazardous Waste Containment and Treatment
Paul Cheremisinoff
Houston, TX: Gulf Publishing Co., 1989-1990.
ISBN (series) 0-87201-238-7
Furthering the Use of Innovative Treatment Technologies in OSWER Programs
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, HO, August 1991.
OSWER 9380.0-17; EPA/540/2-90/004
NTISNO.PB91-921336
Industrial and Hazardous Waste Treatment
Nelson Nemerow
New York, NY: Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1991.
ISBN 0-442-31934-7
Innovative Treatment Technologies: Overview and Guide to Information Sources
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, 1991.
EPA/540/9-91/002
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Innovative Treatment Technologies: Semi-Annual Status Report
Washington, DC: USEPA, OSWER, April 1992.
OSWER 9380.0-19; EPA/540/2-91/001
NTBNO.PB91-921290
Report on National Biotechnology Policy
Washington, DC: The President's Council on Competitiveness, 1991. .
Superfund Innovative Technology Evaluation Program: Progress and Accomplishments.
A Report to Congress
Washington, DC: USEPA, ORD, 1991.
EPA/540/5-91/004
Documents the impact of the SITE program through discussing the program
accomplishments and progress and establishes program goals.
Superfund Innovative Technology Evaluation Program: Technology Profiles:
Fourth Edition
Washington, DC: USEPA, ORD 1991.
EPA/540/5-91/008
Profiles demonstration and emerging technologies evaluated under the SITE Program.
—Cross Reference: Audio Visual Materials
RREL/RCB Research Program: Videotape Rl
Washington, DC: Foster Wheeler Enviresponse, Inc., 1990.
Superfund Innovative Treatment Program: Videotapes S1.S2.S3
Washington, DC: Foster Wheeler Enviresponse, Inc., 1992.
Videos are compilation of various innovative technologies under the SITE program.
—Cross Reference: Computer Databases
ATTIC
CLUIN
VISITT
(See also VISITT An Intermittent Bulletin on a New Database for Innovative
Technologies, TIO, EPA/542/N-92/002, first issue June 1992).
—Cross Reference: Journals
Biotreatment News
Federal Facilities Environmental Journal
Hazardous Waste Management
Remediation
EPA Publications: Tech Trends (TIO); Bioremediation in the Field (ORD)
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Community Relations
In 1986 the trend in increased public participation in hazardous waste issues was reflected
in amendments to Superfund legislation which provided for such participation at certain
stages in the remediation process. A special library collection should include some
publications which reflect the role the community plays in hazardous waste issues.
Publications
Community Relations in Superfund; A Handbook
Washington, DC: USEPA, 1992.
OSWER9230.0-03C
NTIS Number PB92-963341
Provides policy requirements for coordinating activities at Superfund sites and additional
techniques and guidance on community relations programs.
Dumping in Dixie: Race. Class and Environmental Quality
Robert Bullard
Boulder, CO: Westview, 1988.
ISBN 0-8133-7954-7
Industrial Risk Communication Manual; Improving Dialogue With Communities
Billie Jo Hance
Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, Inc., 1990.
ISBN 0-87371-274-9
Not in Our Backyard; Community Action for Health and the Environments
Nicholas Freudenberg
New York, NY: Monthly Review Press, 1984.
ISBN 0-85345-653-4
Sites for Our Solid Waste; A Guidebook for Effective Public Involvement
Washington, DC: USEPA, 1990.
EPA/530/SW-90/019
Siting Hazardous Waste Treatment Facilities—The NIMBY Syndrome
Kent Portney
Westport, CT: Auburn House, 1991.
ISBN 0-86569-016-2
—Cross Reference: Audio Visual Materials
f^azardous Waste: Who Bears the Costs
Brookline, MA: Umbrella Films, 1981 (video).
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Conference Proceedings
Proceedings generated from professional conferences and seminars provide a good source
for articles reflecting current thinking or state-of-the-art treatises on hazardous waste
topics. The following is a list of some recent conference proceedings in this area.
For additional sources, see Superfund Information Access Series: Guide to Key Documents and
Information Sources, pp. 54-57.
Publications
Design and Construction Issues at Hazardous Waste Sites:
Conference Proceedings. May 1991
Washington, DC: USEPA, 1991.
EPA/540/8-91/012
HMC/Supcrfund '92
Greenbelt, MD: Hazardous Materials Control Institute, 1992.
ISBN 1-56590-008-1
Proceedings of the 1990 EPA/A fc WMA International Symposium: Hazardous Waste
Treatment: Treatment of Contaminated Soils
Pittsburgh, PA: Air & Waste Management Association, 1990.
Remedial Action. Treatment, and Disposal of Hazardous Waste: Proceedings of the 17th
Annual RREL Hazardous Waste Symposium
Washington, DC: USEPA 1991.
EPA/600/9-91/002
-Cross Reference: Journals
Many hazardous waste journals list announcements of seminars and conferences. For
example, Hazardous Materials Intelligence Report publishes a lengthy biennial event
planner for upcoming conferences and seminars. See also Superfund Information Access
Series: Journals for a listing of journals containing calendars of such events.
The Hazardous Waste Consultant routinely publishes a "Bibliography of Recent
Hazardous Waste References" which cites papers presented at conferences. The journal
also provides brief summaries of newly released conference proceedings. See also
Superfund Information Access Series: Journals for a listing of journals containing similar
book reviews.
—Cross Reference: Computer Databases
A CD-ROM product (see p. 9) entitled, El Energy and Environment, and its online
database equivalent, Compendex Plus, both available through DIALOG (see p. 6), contain
citations to many articles appearing in conference proceedings.
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• Indexes
Indexes are a valuable tool for any library collection, but when space is limited, they allow
librarians access to sources that cannot be physically housed in the allotted space for the
collection. The following indexes direct users to additional resources in the hazardous
waste field. (Subject bibliographies appear in the section on monographs, p. 10). For further
guidance on indexes, bibliographies, catalogs and directories consult Superfund Information
Access Series: Guide to Key Documents and Information Sources.
Access EPA
Washington, DC: USEPA, IMSD, 1992.
EPA220B-92-014
ISBN 0-16-037989-X
Access EPA is a guide to EPA information resources, services and products. Chapters
include: Public Information Tools, Major EPA Dockets, Clearinghouses and Hotlines, Major
EPA Databases, and Library and Information Services.
Directory of EPA/State Contacts by Specialty
Washington, DC: USEPA, February 1990.
OSWER 9375.6-01; EPA/540/8-90/002
NTISNO.PB90-249749
Directory of Environmental Information Sources
Thomas Sullivan
Rockville, MD: Government Institutes, Inc., 1990.
ISBN 0-86587-221-X
Contains references to databases and professional, trade and scientific organizations.
El Environmental Services Directory
Minneapolis, MN: Environmental Information, LTD, 1991.
ISSN 1053-475X
Environmental Software Directory
Elizabeth Donley
Garrisonville, VA: Donley Technology, 1991.
ISSN 1043-9056
The Federal Data Base Finder
Matthew Lesko
Kensington, MD: Information USA, 1991.
ISBN 1-878346-03-2
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Environmental Sourcebook
Detroit, MI: Gale Research, 1992.
ISSN 1059-0919
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Contains directory information on international organizations, government agencies,
research facilities, and publications and information services.
to State EnvJTfyripiental Programs
Deborah Jessup
Washington, DC: Bureau of National Affairs, 1990.
ISSN 0-87179-655-4
Hazardous Waste Management Facilities Directory
Park Ridge, NJ: Noyes & Andrews, 1990.
ISBN 0-941459-02-0
OSWER Superfund Directory
Washington, DC: USEPA, OSWER, 1992.
OSWER 9200.0-3E
Technical Support Services for Superfund Site Remediation and RCRA Corrective
Action: Third Edition
Washington, DC: USEPA, OSWER, March 1992.
EPA 540/8-91/091
—Cross Reference: Journals
(These journals occasionally have special articles on environmental services and products for the
professional in this field).
HAZMAT World
Hazardous Materials Control
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• Audio Visual Materials
The following audio visual materials should form the core of a hazardous waste library
collection. For further guidance, consult "Videos" — a catalog available at the HWSFC
(see p. 36).
Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act: What It Means To You
Washington, DC: USFJA, 1990 (video).
The New Superfund; What It is. How It Works
Capitol Heights, MD: National Audiovisual Center, 1987 (video).
RCRA Hazardous Waste/Material Training Series
Module 1: Employee Introduction to RCRA
Module 2: Keeping Track of Hazardous Waste
Module 3: Safety Training, Protective Clothing and Equipment
Module 4: Handling Spills in the Workplace
Madison, CT: Business and Legal Reports, Inc., 1985-1989 (video).
RCRA Orientation Program
Washington, DC: USFJ>A, 1990 (video and manual).
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PART TWO
Sources for Selecting Materials
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• PART TWO: SOURCES FOR SELECTING MATERIALS
This part highlights the tools or sources for selecting items within each of the reference
types described in the previous part of the publication. These sources should be acquired
for the collection as well in order that the librarian can keep the collection as up-to-date as
possible. These "tools" or sources are helpful for expanding the collection into other subject
areas when necessary. Because the HWSFC is a government collection, entries detailed
below emphasize government rather than commercial sources. Sections are divided as
follows: Source Bibliographies, Database Sources, Video Sources, and Publishers. Key
sources for acquiring materials are contained in some of the volumes of the Superfund
Information Access Series.
• Source Bibliographies
The following section lists catalogs/bibliographies comprising hazardous waste
information published by the U.S. government, especially EPA, and private publishing
houses. Each bibliography contains title, publisher, identification numbers and an abstract.
Books in Print
New Providence, NJ: R.R. Bowker, 1991-1992.
ISBN 0-8352-3105-4 (Set)
This publication is available in print form, CD-ROM (from Bowker Electronic Publisher), or
online (from Dialog file 470) and provides sources for hazardous waste titles. The subject
headings in the print version are Hazardous Substances, Environmental Protection and
Toxicology.
Catalogue of Hazardous and Solid Waste Publications
Washington, DC: USEPA, OSWER, June 1992.
EPA/530/B-92/001
Recently revised format of Office of Solid Waste (OSW) publications consists of title, subject
and numerical EPA and National Technical Information Service (NTIS) listings. Each entry
consists of an abstract, EPA office number (mainly 530 series) as well as NTIS and OSW
order numbers. Updated annually.
Compendium of Superfund Publications
Washington, DC: USEPA, OERR, November 1991.
EPA/540/8-91/014
An excellent, complete source for an annotated bibliography of Superfund publications.
Lists publications by subject, title as well as EPA, OSWER and NTIS numbers. Highlights
core documents. Updated annually with periodic supplementary intermittent bulletins,
Superfund and Enforcement Program Publications Update.
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rcebook
Detroit, ML Gale Research Inc., 1992.
ISBN 0-8103-8403-5
Contains a section "Publicationsand Information Services" that includes video titles.
GAP Reports and Testimony
Washington, DC: U.S. General Accounting Office, (serial).
Monthly source for material critically examining some aspect of EPA or its programs. In
addition, G AO publishes two multi-year accumulations concerning environmental
protection entitled Environmental Protection: Bibliography of GAP Documents January 1985-
August 1988 and Environmental Protection; Bibliography of GAP Documents: August 1988-April
1990.
NTIS ALERT: Environmental Pollution & Control
Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Commerce, (serial).
Bi-weekly, annotated publication from NTIS. Sections "Solid Wastes Pollution & Control"
& "Environmental Health" are helpful. The latest annual accumulation, NTIS Environmental
Pollution & Control: Annual Index 1991. provides keyword and numeric indexes.
OSWER Directives Catalog
Washington, DC: USEPA, OSWER, March 1992.
Annual catalog, published each March, contains listing by OSWER number of all current
Directives. Catalog also includes Headquarters and Regional directives coordinators, and a
section on how to obtain OSWER Directives.
OSWER Source Book. Training & Technology Transfer Resources
Washington, DC: USEPA, TIO, 1991.
EPA/540/9-91/001
Source book provides information on publications, videos and information systems
sponsored by OSWER. Publications arranged by the producing office, then by title with
ordering information provided.
Supplemented by OSWER Source Book. Training & Technology Transfer Resources, Addendum
Washington, DC: USEPA, TIO, 1992.
Hazardous Waste Research and Information Center (HWRIC)
Campaign, IL: HWRIC 217/333-8940, (serial).
The Center publishes a bi-monthly listing of recent acquisitions. HWRIC published
material can be ordered free of charge from the Center.
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• Database Sources
The hazardous waste field includes numerous databases, CD-ROMs and electronic bulletin
boards that are available from a variety of vendors. In order to identify these resources the
following sources should be consulted. These tools should be updated frequently to
maintain current information on databases.
Access EPA
Washington, DC: USEPA, IMSD, 1991.
EPA/IMSD-91/100
Access EPA is a guide to EPA information resources, services and products. Its purpose is
to make environmental information useful for citizens, environmental organizations and
business as well as EPA staff. Chapter 5, "Major EPA Environmental Databases", serves as
a guide to accessing EPA automated data sets that are national in scope and contain
environmental program information as opposed to administrative information.
Computer-Readable Databases, (formerly Database of Databases)
Arlington, VA: File 230 on DIALOG
Provided by Gale Research Inc., this database contains detailed descriptions of
approximately 4,200 publicly available databases accessible through an on online vendor,
CD-ROM, diskette or magnetic tape. This database also lists defunct databases. Records are
of three types: 1) database descriptions, 2) database producers, and 3) vendor contact
information.
Environmental Software Directory
Elizabeth Donley
Garrisonville, VA: Donley Technology, 1991.
ISSN 1043-9056
Directory contains information on commercial and government environmental databases,
software and online systems. Entries provide a description of the contents, name and
address of the company or agency that produced it, and the hardware/software
requirements. Donley Technology also produces "Environmental Software Report" which presents
the latest advances in environmental software.
The Federal Data Base Finder: A Directory of Free and Fee-Based Data Bases and files
available from the Federal Government
Matthew Lesko
Kensington, MD: Information USA, 1991.
ISBN 1-878346-03-2
Directory lists thousands of databases and data files from all Federal agencies and
departments. Each entry provides a description of the contents, hardware/software
requirements, agency name and contact information.
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Detroit, ML Gale Research Inc., 1992.
ISBN 0-8103-8403-5
Contains a section online databases that provides publisher, contact information and a
description of the database.
Superfimd Information Access Series: Databases and Electronic Systems
Washington, DC: USEPA, OARM, OIRM, IMSD, IAB, January 1993.
This series publication is intended as a guide for accessing databases and electronic
systems produced or sponsored by EPA and which contain hazardous waste or related
information. Information presented consists of a series of fact sheets on each computer
system to provide quick access to the pertinent data generated by the Agency.
Information Systems Inventory (ISI)
Washington, DC: USEPA, OARM, OIRM, IMSD, 1991.
Contains information on over 500 of EPA's current information systems as well as models
and databases. Entries contain systems name, acronym, responsible organization, database
descriptors and abstract, hardware/software requirements and contact person.
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• Video Sources
The HWSFC staff has experienced an increased interest in hazardous waste videos from the
public and government personnel. This section highlights major producers of
environmental videos and helpful video bibliographies or catalogs. Both producers and
catalogs are combined in the list below. (The catalogs appear in bold face type).
to Audio-Visual Collections: Videotapes in the EPA Headquarters Library
March 1992
EPA/22/B-92/006
USEPA Headquarters Library
401M Street, SW (PM 211-A)
Washington, DC 20460
This guide to videotapes provides EPA staff with a one-stop reference to all four video
collections. The areas include: 1) environmental collection, 2) information resources
management collection, 3) management collection, and 4) hazardous waste superfund
collection.
BNA Communications, Inc.
9439 Key West Avenue
Rockville, MD 20850-3396
800/233-6067
Business and Legal Reports, Inc.
64 Wall Street
Madison, CT 06443-1513
800/553-4569
Catalog: The Power of Video
Films for Educators, Inc./Films for Television
New York, NY 10022
212/486-6577
Catalog contains videos on environmental topics for sale.
Chemical Manufacturing Association (CMA), Lending Library
2501 M Street, NW
Washington, DC 20037
202/887-1100
The CMA lending library of audio visual training programs provides a source of training
aids for emergency response personnel. Over 49 titles are listed in the current 1992
brochure, "Handling Hazardous Materials Incidents". Call CMA for copy of brochure.
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Coastal Video Communications Corp.
3083 Brickhouse Court
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
800/498-3657
Emergency Film Group
225 Water Street
Plymouth, MA 02360
800/842-0999
Environmental Health & Safety; Book and Video Catalog
Government Institutes
4 Research Place, Suite 200
Rockville,MD 20850
301/921-2355
Films for The Humanities
743 Alexander Road
Princeton, NJ 08540
609/452-1128
Gale Environmental Sourcebook
Gale Research Inc.
Detroit, MI
ISBN 0-8103-8403-5
Contains a section "Publications and Information Services" which includes video titles.
Industrial Training, Inc.
5376 52nd Street, SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
800/253-4623
Industrial Training Systems, Corp.
9 E. Stow Road
Marlton, NJ 08053-9990
800/727-2487
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Michigan Media
University of Michigan
400 Fourth Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
313/764-8228
National Audiovisual Center
National Archives and Records Administration
Customer Services Section PZ
8700 Edgewood Drive
Capitol Heights, MD 20743-3701
301/763-1896
NUS Training Corp.
910 Clopper Road
P.O. Box 6032
Gaithersburg, MD 20877-0962
800/338-1505
Summit Training Source, Inc.
6504 28th Street SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
800/842-0466
Umbrella Films
60 Blake Road
Brookline, MA 02146
617/677-2639
U.S. Army Environmental Hygiene Agency (USAEHA)
USAEHA Audiovisual Lending Library is designed to provide videotapes to augment
environmental training programs for environmental training within the Department of
Defense. Over 100 titles listed. To receive a copy of The Audiovisual Lending Library Catalog.
June 1992. contact Ms. Frances Bullard at 410/671-3651.
USEPA Television Section, AV Division- Office of Public Affairs
401 M Street, SW (A 107)
Washington, DC 20460
202/260-2071
Section is responsible for production of USEPA audio visual materials.
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Videos (catalog)
January 1993
Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection, USEPA Headquarters Library
401M Street, SW (PM-211A)
Washington, DC 20460
Catalog of video holdings in the HWSFC. Entries include: title, publisher information and
an abstract.
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• Publishers
This section identifies the major publishers in the hazardous waste/superfund area. Each
entry consists of name, address and phone numbers. Gale Environmental Sourcebook (see
p. 32) also contains an annotated list of publishers.
Academic Press
1250 Sixth Ave.
San Diego, CA 92101
800/321-5068
Bureau of National Affairs
1231 25th Street, NW
Washington, DC
202/425-4200
Environmental Information, LTD
4801 W. 81st, No. 119
Minneapolis, MN 55437-1111
618/831-2473
Environmental Law Institute
1616 P Street, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036
202/328-5150
Elsevier Science Publishing Co., Inc
PO Box 882
Madison Square Station
New York, NY 10159
212/989-5800
Gale Research, Inc.
835 Penobscot Building
Detroit, MI 48226-4094
800/977-4253
General Accounting Office
PO Box 6015
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
202/275-6241
Government Institutes
4 Research Place, Suite 200
Rockville, MD 20850
301/251-9250
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Government Printing Office
North Capitol Street, NW
Washington, DC
202/783-3238
Greenwood Publishing Group
88 Post Road, W., Box 5007
WestportCT 06881
203/226-3571
Hazardous Materials Control Research Institute
7237 Hanover Parkway
Greenbelt, MD 20770-3602
301/982-9500
INFORM, Inc.
381 Park Ave. S.
New York, NY 10016
212/689-4040
Island Press
1718 Connecticut Ave. NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20009
202 232-7933
800/828-1302
Lewis Publishers, Inc.
121 Main Street
Chelsea, MI 48118
313/475-8619
McCoy and Associates, Inc.
13701 West Jewell Ave., Suite 202
Lakewood, CO 80228
303/987-0333
McGraw-Hill Book Company
1221 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10020
800/722-4726
NTIS
US Department of Commerce
5285 Port Royal Road
Springfield, VA 22161
703/487-4805
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Noyes Data Corporation
Mill Road at Grand Avenue
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
201/391-8484
R.R. Bowker
121 Chanlon Road
New Providence, NJ 07974
Van Nostrand Reinhold
Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10003
800/926-2665
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