Improving Site Investigation *pdf file (Developed by the Northeast Waste Management Officials’ Association (NEWMOA), www.newmoa.org , under a project sponsored by the US EPA Technology Innovation Program, www.epa.gov/tio)
A guide for property owners, buyers and sellers, attorneys, bankers, insurance representatives, and their environmental consultants.

Site Investigation Procedures *pdf file
This document outlines when a Site Investigation is required, why it is required, who is responsible for conducting a Site Investigation, and how to carry out a Site Investigation. This has been updated and revised from the 1996 Site Investigation Guidance. The format of this document has changed in such a manner to make it easier to follow and understand. The PDF version of this document is an interactive document which includes many helpful links to web pages, pop-up definitions, and links to pages within the document.

Site Management Section Response to Comment on the Draft Site Inspection Procedures *pdf file

Corrective Action Guidance *pdf file
This document provides guidance for preparation of a corrective action plan in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations. It also establishes recommended guidelines for preparation of corrective action plans that are complete, well organized, and easy to understand and review.

Underground Storage Tank Closure and Site Assessment Requirements *pdf file
Vermont's Underground Storage Tank Regulations require that advance notice be given and environmental site assessment be performed during the closure of most, but not all, USTs. Regardless of whether a particular tank is subject to those requirements, the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation strongly recommends performing a site assessment. This document provides guidance for tank closures and site assessment.

Agency Guidelines for Petroleum Contaminated Soil and Debris *pdf file
This document provides guidelines for the management, treatment, and disposal of petroleum-contaminated soil and debris. It provides information to be used by site owners to determine what actions are needed to clean up petroleum contaminated soil caused by underground storage tank (UST) leaks, overfills and spills.

Procedures for Reimbursement from the Petroleum Cleanup Fund *pdf file
This document provides guidance for owners and operators of underground storage tanks for submittal of claims against the Petroleum Cleanup Fund (PCF). This has been updated from the previous 2004 document. Included in this document is a description of the coverage the PCF provides and the parties who are eligible to receive reimbursement from the fund. It includes a copy of the PCF Request for Reimbursement Form. The PDF version of this document is interactive and includes many helpful links to web pages, pop-up definitions, and links to pages within the document.

Site Management Activity Completed *pdf file
This document describes the conditions that must be met and the procedure to be followed for a site to receive a Site Management Activity Completed (SMAC) designation from the SMS.

Policies and Procedures Manual for Third-Party Claims Against the Petroleum Cleanup Fund
The Petroleum Cleanup Fund may be used to compensate third parties for bodily injury and property damage resulting from petroleum releases from underground storage tanks. This document describes the types of claims eligible, and outlines the procedure required to submit a claim.

Guidance for Construction of Public Works Projects in Areas Where Contamination is Suspected or Known - *pdf file
Many public works projects, such as water and sewer pipelines, encounter areas where there may be subsurface contamination. This document describes planning, site investigation, and construction procedures to be followed and the conditions under which the Vermont State Petroleum Cleanup Fund can be used to fund some of these activities.

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