Remediation Management of Complex Sites Document

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At complex sites, remediation progress is uncertain and remediation is not anticipated to achieve closure or even long-term management within a reasonable time frame. Both technical and nontechnical challenges can impede remediation. The Remediation Management of Complex Sites web-based document provides readers with practical steps to manage the remediation process at complex sites, despite this uncertainty. A holistic process for remediation management, termed “adaptive site management” is recommended. Using this guidance can improve decision making and remediation management. The guidance is intended to benefit a variety of site decision makers, including regulators, responsible parties and their consultants, and public and tribal stakeholders.

Remediation Management of Complex Sites
(RMCS-1) Nov-17

This guidance document provides readers with practical steps to manage the remediation process at complex sites where remediation progress is uncertain and remediation is not anticipated to achieve closure or even long-term management within a reasonable time frame. Readers will learn the following: 1) Identify and integrate technical and nontechnical challenges into a holistic approach to remediation, 2) Use a Remediation Potential Assessment to identify whether adaptive site management is warranted due to site complexity, 3) Understand and apply adaptive site management principles, 4) Develop a performance-based long-term management plan, 5) Apply well-demonstrated techniques for effective stakeholder engagement, and 6) Review in-depth case studies of real-world applications of remediation and remediation management at complex sites.