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TSCA PCB Rules (40 CFR 761)

Regulates the manufacture, processing, distribution, use, and disposal of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and PCB-containing items. Applies to facilities and persons that handle, store, or dispose of PCB materials.

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109

Rules extracted

1,970

Obligations decomposed

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🇺🇸 United States

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1,970

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18.1x

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Risk scoring

Every obligation in TSCA PCB Rules 40 CFR 761 is scored across independent risk dimensions:

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Violation Likelihood

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Enforcement Evidence

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Cascade Dependency

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Regulatory details

Full title: TSCA PCB Rules (40 CFR 761)
Regulatory body: Environmental Protection Agency
Jurisdiction: 🇺🇸 United States
Document type: regulation
Effective date: July 2, 1979
Industry: Workplace Safety & WHS/OHS
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Who this applies to

manufacturersprocessorsdistributors of PCBsowners of PCB-containing equipmentwaste handlers

Key requirements

PCB use and disposal restrictions
storage and containment requirements
marking and labeling
recordkeeping and annual reporting
cleanup and decontamination standards
import/export requirements

Frequently asked questions about TSCA PCB Rules 40 CFR 761

What is TSCA PCB Rules 40 CFR 761?

Who does TSCA PCB Rules 40 CFR 761 apply to?

TSCA PCB Rules 40 CFR 761 applies to manufacturers, processors, distributors of PCBs, owners of PCB-containing equipment, waste handlers.

How many obligations does TSCA PCB Rules 40 CFR 761 contain?

AuditDSS has decomposed TSCA PCB Rules 40 CFR 761 into 1,970 atomic obligations from 109 rules. Each obligation is independently testable and risk-scored.

What are the key requirements of TSCA PCB Rules 40 CFR 761?

The key requirements include: PCB use and disposal restrictions, storage and containment requirements, marking and labeling, recordkeeping and annual reporting, cleanup and decontamination standards, import/export requirements.

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Which jurisdiction enforces TSCA PCB Rules 40 CFR 761?

TSCA PCB Rules 40 CFR 761 is enforced in United States by Environmental Protection Agency.

When did TSCA PCB Rules 40 CFR 761 come into effect?

TSCA PCB Rules 40 CFR 761 became effective on July 2, 1979.

What industry does TSCA PCB Rules 40 CFR 761 apply to?

TSCA PCB Rules 40 CFR 761 is primarily relevant to the Workplace Safety & WHS/OHS industry. AuditDSS covers 45 regulations in this industry sector.

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