Small Shipyards and Boatyards in Oregon: Environmental Issues & P2 Opportunities A Northwest Industry Roundtable Report

Table of Contents

Report Sections

Acknowledgements (also includes report cover page and table of contents)

Introduction Reasons for the Roundtable Shipyard Roundtable Projects

Oregon Shipbuilding and Repair Industry Background Environmental Issues Summary of Pollution Prevention Opportunities

Roundtable Discussions Pollution Prevention Issues Paint Stripping Grit Management and Disposal Alternative Paint Stripping Methods Alternative Coatings Other Waste Liquids Educating Customers and Employees Information Opportunities and Barriers Weather Conditions Summary of P2 Practices Used at Oregon Shipyards

Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Issues Technical Assistance Permit Issues EPA Site Assessments

Information Resources Used by Industry

Recommendations

Appendix A: Shipyard Roundtable Attendees

Appendix B: Environmental Regulations Affecting Shipyards

Appendix C: Contacts and Information Resources

Appendix D: Glossary

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