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Enforcement

Guidance: Off-site Rule Implementation

Memorandum transmits fact sheets, brochures and the final rule regarding Procedures for Planning and Implementing Off-site Response Actions (Off-site Rule) under CERCLA § 122(d)(3). The purpose of the rule is to ensure that wastes from Superfund sites are sent only to environmentally-sound facilities and do not contribute to future environmental problems. Supersedes the 11/13/1987 Off-site policy. Issued 9/27/1993.

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