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DOE-HDBK-1148-2002

The process defined is useful and worthwhile. But the decision to initiate should be

made much earlier, e.g., at F&H should this process have begun when the basins were

closed? You need to look at higher risk sites. Timing is off for F&H; should pick another

project that isn't as far along. We're spending short dollars on this and not doing

something else. Look at another project; concentrate effort on highest risk project (TRU

waste, DWPF). Process is good.

Meeting Comment

The problem of DOE is credibility. If this process will improve DOE credibility and will

generate credibility with public, then you should do it.

10.

Meeting Question

Why wasn't a Chemical Engineer on your standards teams? A Chemical

Engineer needs to be involved in the water treatment unit process.

The Environmental Engineer on the standards team is knowledgeable of

processes used for groundwater remediation.

11.

Written Question (on Meeting Comment Card)

Will process ultimately result in a needed overhaul of DOE Orders?

In parallel to the efforts in development of the Necessary and Sufficient

standards Closure Process, DOE is also re-evaluating and upgrading the current

Orders. Newly revised Orders will more clearly delineate the policies,

requirements and guidelines to facilitate more efficient implementation by the

field. While the Necessary and Sufficient Closure Process allows application of

the most appropriate standards (based on the hazards and activities) to provide

adequate protection of the public, workers, and the environment, the new Orders

will be available and may be used where deemed appropriate by the team of

qualified personnel.

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