Frequently Asked Questions:
Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control

Where Can I Find …

• 2011 Hazardous Waste Generation and Management Report
• Checklist for Large Quantity Generators
• Checklist for Small Quantity Generators
• EPA’s Household Hazardous Waste Page
• Managing Your Hazardous Waste: A Guide for Small Businesses
• Notification of Regulated Waste Activity Form
• Hazardous Waste Generators
• Hazardous Waste Facilities
• Used Oil Program

Radiation Control

• Applying for Reciprocity
• Generator Site Access: Permit FAQs
• Generator Site Access: Transportation FAQs
• Radon Program
• Radon Program: FAQs for the Real Estate Professional

Quality Assurance Project Plans

• Utah Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control QAPP

What is a Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP)?

A QA Project Plan is a written document that describes the quality assurance procedures, quality assurance specifications, and other technical activities that must be implemented to ensure the outcome/results of the project or task meet the project specifications and regulations. The QAPP is developed to ensure the primary data collection, secondary data usage, and data processing meets the Utah DEQ requirements.

Who needs a QAPP and why?

Any entity submitting data to determine compliance with Utah environmental regulations must submit a QAPP for approval to ensure the project or task is defined, documented, reviewed, and meets DEQ requirements before work is started.

Is there a Template or Crosswalk I can use to help me develop/write QAPP?

Yes, EPA/DEQ has developed a template and crosswalk for guidance.

Where can I go for help?

Additional resources can be found at:

• EPA Requirements for QA Project Plan
  EPA/240/B-01/003, March 2001, EPA QA/R-5.
• Guidance for Quality Assurance Project Plans
  EPA 240/240/R-02/009, December 2002, EPA QA/G-5.

You can also contact the Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control at (801) 536-0200.

Comments

If you have questions regarding the hazardous wastes information, please contact Deborah Ng at (801) 536-0218. For questions regarding radiation, please contact Gwyn Galloway at (801) 536-4258.