Practical Approaches to Decontamination & Decommissioning
Stadlman, C.; Dorris, M.T.; Reichelt, T.; Wilson, A.
(Intel Corporation)
SESHA Symposium 2002
April 2, 2002
ÒPractical Approaches to Decontamination and DecommissioningÓ
Stadlman, C.; Dorris, M.T.; Reichelt, T.; Wilson, A.
(Intel Corporation)
Course Description: Uncertain times in the high tech industry have left many companies facing the reality of downsizing and closing facilities. Consolidating or closing a manufacturing area on schedule, under budget, and in a safe, healthy and environmentally sound manner can be a challenging undertaking. Disposition of all equipment and chemicals, reducing regulatory burden and exposure after closure, and leaving the site in a Òmoth ballÓ state that can be easily maintained by a minimal team are considerations for a facility during decommissioning. Together, a good understanding of the closure scale and scope, a good multidiscipline core team of EHS personnel, proper planning, and regular interaction with management can carry the facility through the project. This course is designed to provide a practical approach to successfully defining, planning for, and executing the decontamination and decommissioning of a plant.
The Workshop: This course is a combination of lecture sessions and hands-on case study work in a group setting. Teams will work together to creatively develop solutions to defining, planning, and executing the decontamination and decommissioning of a site.
Key Focus Areas:
Definition of the Scope
Analyzing the current situation
Defining desired end state
Determining potential legal implications
Assessing risks
Project Management and Technical Issues
Developing Core Team,
Reducing regulatory burden,
Decontamination of areas/equipment,
Record keeping,
Expecting the unexpected,
Mitigating risks
Keeping management informed
Graceful Exit
Documenting final status of site,
Completing final environmental Due Diligence
Finalizing permit and regulatory status
Maintaining site during “moth ball” phase