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EPOC was formed to represent the interests of Connecticut’s Licensed Environmental Professionals (LEPs) by providing information, training and updates regarding the LEP program. We have over 500 members representing numerous technical disciplines working in the area of investigation and cleanup of environmentally impacted sites in CT and around the world. EPOC welcomes the participation of all members in our activities and recognizes the strength of drawing on a membership of diverse careers, interests and backgrounds.

Upcoming Events

EPOC Meeting: CT DEP Web Site
DATE & TIME: Monday, May 19, 2008, 6 PM
LOCATION: Rocky Hill Marriott, exit 23 off I-91 in Rocky Hill, CT.


Join Naomi Davidson and Camille Fontanella of the CT DEP as they provide an overview of the CT DEP web site resources (using live connection). This meeting is open to all - no fee or reservations are required.
 
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EPOC Meeting: CT DEP Web Site
DATE & TIME: Monday, May 19, 2008, 6 PM
LOCATION: Rocky Hill Marriott, exit 23 off I-91 in Rocky Hill, CT.


Join Naomi Davidson and Camille Fontanella of the CT DEP as they provide an overview of the CT DEP web site resources (using live connection). This meeting is open to all - no fee or reservations are required.
 
EPOC 2008 Environmental Scholarship Fund
EPOC 2008 Environmental Scholarship Fund - Now Accepting Applications - Deadline is May 16, 2008
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND TO APPLY ONLINE,  CLICK HERE.
 
2/12/08: Property Transfer Act 2007 Amendments & Implementation
Robert Bell, Assistant Director, CT DEP Remediation Division, presented a summary of Transfer Act Amendments for 2007 to EPOC on Feb. 11, 2008. To obtain a copy of the presentation, CLICK HERE (PDF, 220 kb).
 
2/5/08: NEW Property Transfer Program Transmittal Forms
The CT DEP has published some new Property Transfer Program transmittal forms on their web site: CLICK HERE.
Forms now available include:
- Completion of Investigation Transmittal Form
- Remedial Action Plan Transmittal Form
- Remediation Standard Regulations Approval Request or Notice Transmittal Form
- Instructions for Transmittal Forms
 
11/26/07: Final RCP Guidance Available
The CTDEP, along with the CTDEP Laboratory Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) Workgroup, has prepared a final guidance document titled "Laboratory Quality Assurance Quality Control Reasonable Confidence Protocols". This guidance document provides information on laboratory QA/QC and the Reasonable Confidence Protocols (RCPs). To view the document and further information, CLICK HERE.
 
10/18/07: CT DEP "Portion of an Establishment" Policy Statement
The CT DEP has recently published a document that sets forth the Department's policy on how a Certifying Party under the Transfer Act may segregate a “portion” of an establishment to be verified as properly investigated and remediated. This document is available on the DEP's Property Transfer Program web page, on which the "Portion" document is the second link - CLICK HERE.
 
8/28/07: Site Characterization Guidance Document (SCGD) is Final
The Site Characterization Guidance Document (SCGD) is final and is posted on the CT DEP Remediation Division webpage - CLICK HERE. The effective date of the SCGD is September 1, 2007.
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EPOC Celebrates 10th Anniversary
EPOC celebrated our 10th anniversary in June with a party at the Madison Surf Club. It was a great evening - thanks to all who attended.  CLICK HERE for photos.
 
8/16/07: DEP Publishes "Regulated Criteria Summary Table"
The Regulated Criteria Summary Table has been added to DEP's Remediation Web page - CLICK HERE. This Regulated Criteria Summary Table is a comprehensive table of criteria for regulated substances pursuant to the Remediation Standard Regulations (RSRs).
 
8/1/07: CRRA Hartford Landfill Capping Project - Expression of Interest for Soils
The Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority will be undertaking closure activities at its Hartford Landfill during the next several years. Waste receipts will cease on or before December 31, 2008. Certain areas of the landfill have already reached capacity and are ready to be closed now. Closure of approximately 45 acres of the MSW/Interim Ash area is scheduled to begin during summer 2007 and extend into the 2008 construction season. At this time, CRRA is interested in identifying sources of both Topsoil and Cap Base Material which may be amenable for use on this project. For further information, please see PDF file by CLICKING HERE. For questions, contact either David Bodendorf at 860-757-7721, or Peter Egan at 860-757-7725 at CRRA.
 
7/13/07: Draft Guidance on RCPs Available at CTDEP Website
The DEP, along with the QA/QC Workgroup has prepared a draft guidance document titled, "Laboratory Quality Assurance Quality Control - Reasonable Confidence Protocols." This guidance document provides information on laboratory quality control and quality control assurance and the Reasonable Confidence Protocols. The document can be found on the DEP web site - CLICK HERE.
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5/25/07 - Revised Verification Forms
The CT DEP has revised all verification forms and strongly recommends LEPs use the new forms when rendering a verification. Note: Pursuant to the 2007 Public Acts, verifications rendered under the Property Transfer Program or 133x must be on a form prescribed by the Commissioner.
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5/1/07: DEP Policy Letter on RCPs
The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection has issued a policy letter dated April 18, 2007 regarding the Department’s expectations for analytical data quality and the use of the Reasonable Confidence Protocols. For further information, see the DEP's QA/QC web page.
 

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