Schwan's Salina plant has many waste streams but this project focused on those with the most significant potential environmental or financial impact. Two projects were accomplished, a Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Chemical Room Audit and the Waste Control Project. Implementation of Battery Recycling Program, Aerosol Container Recycling, and Parts-Washer Solvent elimination resulted in more than $86,000 in savings, 3,000 pounds per year of hazardous waste reduce, and 1,500 pounds per year of solid waste reduced.

Provides background and contact information on environmental compliance requirements and regulations for meat processors. It focuses on minimizing waste through pollution prevention and discusses energy issues, composting rules, best management practices, and environmental management systems.

Covers the Kansas Air Quality Act and the associated requirements for air pollution sources in Kansas: preconstruction review, operating permits, annual emissions fees, and other air requirements.

Covers the KDHE Bureau of Air and Radiation (BAR) regulations, air permitting, including revisions, changes, modifications, and a list of resources.

A training tool created for businesses and industries in Kansas that handle hazardous waste. It is designed to meet employee training responsibilities as required by Kansas Administrative Regulations

pdf version of current annual report

Explanation of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), the information they provide on hazardous characteristics of materials, the OSHA hazard communication standard, and pollution prevention suggestions.

Outlines the details of a rule authorized in 2000 by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Those affected include all providers, shippers, generators, and transporters of hazardous materials.

Information about potential to emit (PTE), which is the maximum amount of air pollution a facility can emit. Includes how to calculate potential emissions and how to limit the PTE.

Details open burning regulations and how to obtain open burning approval and local burn permits.

Describes the efforts and regulations Kansas City has made to improve air quality. Kansas City has been in “attainment” of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) but has nearly exceeded the ozone threshold. The vapor pressure of solvents is restricted.

Case study documents pollution prevention efficiencies achieved at Cobalt Boats, manufacturer of premium-quality fiberglass boats, over a period of years. Acetone is recycled on-site, saving more than $113,000 and 137 tons of hazardous waste avoided annually. Closed molding process evaluation is reported. Low styrene-content resins and low HAP-content upholstery adhesives are being used to help eliminate hazardous air pollutant emissions.

Case study on how Precision Pattern, Inc., a manufacturer of world-class aircraft interiors, prevented generating wastes and air emissions, saving money and decreasing their regulatory burden. Contact adhesives, painting, inventory control, lighting, and filter systems at wood sanding tables have combined to greatly reduce VOC and HAP emissions, save money, reduce hazardous waste generation, and save labor.