Covers the P2 intern projects from the summer of 2006. Projects included systematically auditing and repairing air leaks, using scrap carbon black for fuel, and eliminating unnecessary chemicals for Columbian Chemicals Company, an erosion control project resulting in more than 1 million pound reduction in sludge generated annually for Frontier El Dorado Refining Company, lighting replacement project for Haldex Braking Controls Division, and daylight sensors and on-site recycling, plus research on alternative fuels for Monarch Cement Company.

How a business can approach waste to improve profits and reduce pollution, including creating awareness and incentives, prioritization of P2 projects, and a list of resources.

Self-assessment checklist for Kansas colleges and universities which house small businesses or separate operations. This checklist helps campuses identify environmental compliance concerns and pollution prevention (P2) opportunities.

This checklist provides healthcare facilities with a tool to help in identifying environmental compliance concerns and pollution prevention (P2) opportunities.

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Information about resources available to the salvage industry. Some resources described are the Bureau of Environmental Field Services, Bureau of Waste Management, Bureau of Air and Radiation, Bureau of Water, and Bureau of Environmental Remediation.

Answers a variety of questions salvage Yards may have. Topics include antifreeze and tire disposal, solvent waste and used oil, NPDES, aluminum recycling, and the spill prevention control and countermeasures program (SPCC)

The Home*A*Syst self-assessment program helps home-owners and home-based businesses evaluate their home and property for various pollution and health risks. Topics include home-based occupations and hobbies, animal breeding, auto service and small engine repair, catering and food processing, child care services, collision and auto body repair, crafts and jewelry making, landscaping, yards and garden maintenance, mobile cleaning services, photo processing services, property and building management, veterinary and medical clinics, wood finishing, and wood repair. It covers hazardous household products, environmental risk management, and how to create a plan for your home.

This manual provides industry-specific information on pollution prevention, permits, and enforcement, as well as best management practices (BMPs) for solid waste and inventory controls applicable to all businesses. Some included industries are the wood finishing industry, auto service and repair, and machining operations.

This manual is designed to assist printers and print shops in identifying wastes, water discharges, and air emissions; determining associated regulations; and recommending pollution prevention (P2) practices.

Details the environmental health impacts of hospitals. It also provides information about national programs providing support and assistance, benefits of reducing mercury and “red bag” wastes, and case studies of Kansas hospitals.

A summary of the preventative measures and technologies the metal finishing industry can implement to reduce pollution in the workplace. Also details many of the environmental regulations associated with the metal finishing industry.

EPA regulations that impact colleges and universities. It includes resources about specific regulations, pollution prevention (P2) practices, persistent bioaccumulative toxic pollutants (PBTs), and starting an environmental management system (EMS).

Pollution prevention (P2) practices for university power Plants including fuel oil storage, energy use, air emissions, boiler blowdown, and cooling tower operation.

Comprehensive fact sheet that covers regulatory guidance and pollution prevention opportunities for all aspects of automotive repair and maintenance work.

Many topics are covered in this manual designed for the auto salvage industry, including regulatory issues, resources, and a pollution prevention (P2) checklist. Several P2 practices for used fluids (aqueous cleaners, brake fluid, etc) and for various auto parts are also described.

Covers pollution prevention strategies for the metal finishing industry, which can be used to minimize the generation and release of wastes. Information regarding alternative technologies, regulatory requirements, and case studies is included.

Provides an overview of the environmental concerns of ink waste and pollution prevention (P2) opportunities to reduce amount and cost of waste ink. Includes a list of ink recycling service providers and resources.

Curriculum for Kansas dental schools outlining dental wastes, recycling, and disposal. It is divided into instructor and student sheets and includes a presentation.

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Basic rules, responsibilities, and parameters for the use of chromium electroplaters and anodizers under the Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standard.

All gravure and wide-web flexographic printers are affected by the Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standard to reduce hazardous air pollutants (HAPs). This fact sheet outlines the rules, regulations, and compliance to this standard.

Information about requirements to purchase refrigerants for mobile air conditioning equipment.

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.

Air permit requirements and pollution prevention tips for hot-mix asphalt Plants.

Outlines steps to go from a Class I to Class II air operating permit for industries.

Outlines steps to go from a Class I to Class II air operating permit for municipal power utilities.

Covers the specifications that make a business subject to the National Emissions Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) and its associated regulations for batch cold, batch vapor, and in-line solvent cleaning machines.

Covers the National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) regulations for secondary aluminum production Plants.

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

Describes how a small business that uses paints and solvents can determine if its operations require an air operating permit. Also outlines the procedure for calculating the amount of VOCs and hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) purchased.

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.

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.

Calendar for 2010, designed to keep all environmental compliance records required by KDHE for dry cleaners that use perchloroethylene.

Calendar for 2010, designed to keep all environmental compliance records required by KDHE for dry cleaners that use petroleum or solvent other than perchloroethylene.

This fact sheet provides a comprehensive checklist of practical ways printers can reduce wastes and emissions. Each action indicates applicable types of print processes (lithography, flexography, screen printing, digital and gravure). Each suggestion is also classified regarding the degree of difficulty or cost of implementation.

Compliance calendars for 2008, designed to keep all environmental compliance records required by KDHE for dry cleaners plus the EPA-required notification form and compliance checklist for perchloroethylene dry cleaners.

Case study details improvements made at the Sedgwick County Fleet management facility. These include reducing part washers, adding aqueous washers and a paint-gun cleaning system, preventative maintenance, inventory tracking, changing coatings materials and technology in the collision repair shop. Hazardous waste generation was reduced by 92% in two years, solvent expenses decreased by 89%, and paint material costs decreased by 46%.

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.

A pamphlet that covers all aspect of auto body operations, wastes, regulations, and pollution prevention. Includes sample calculations for hazardous air pollutants (HAP) and volatile organic compounds (VOC) from various sources, proper handling of refrigerants, identification of and regulatory requirements for hazardous waste disposal, and techniques to change processes and materials to reduce or eliminate wastes.

This manual gives a general background of painting technology while focusing on pollution prevention. Includes curing characteristics, coating applications, testing, and personal protective equipment.

Solvent losses can be minimized through administrative controls and best management practices (BMPs). Keeping vapors contained, minimizing spills, leaks, and solvent use can lead to greater savings and reduced pollution.

Solvents and rags used for press washing are a problematic waste for lithographic printers. This fact sheet lists several alternatives and procedures that can be used to save money and reduce pollution.

Covers pollution prevention (P2) options and resources for manufacturers of wood products and wood finishers to reduce wastes from production processes, and reduce emissions and regulatory obligations.

Compares the environmental benefits, advantages, and disadvantages of powder coating to the traditional wet paint process. Surface preparation, application method, environment and safety, and a cost/savings analysis are discussed.

Provides an overview of the compliance requirements for the wood manufacturing and finishing industry including work practice standards, recordkeeping and reporting requirements, pollution prevention (P2), and resources.

Discusses the basic framework for pollution prevention through employee awareness, materials management, process improvement, and in-house audits.

Air quality requirements and construction permits and approvals that rock crushers must meet to comply with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and the EPA. New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) limit PM10 emissions and require recordkeeping and monitoring. Pollution prevention (P2) options for rock crushers are suggested and a list of resources provided.

Reviews coating applications and types, pollution prevention opportunities, and environmental regulations for the painting and coating industry.