Case Study: a California-based recycler of electronic devices achieves mercury contamination clearance and plant recovery with FACS

California-based Recycler of Electronic Devices clears mercury contamination in 1 week with FACS

A California-based recycler of electronic devices faced a major operational shutdown after an inspection by the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) discovered hazardous mercury contamination in a section of its plant. The client was ordered to cease operations in that area and develop a comprehensive remediation plan. They called upon FACS for its environmental health and safety consulting services to advise on the regulatory concerns and develop clearance criteria.

FACS quickly drafted the required plan, drawing on past experience to establish clearance criteria within a week. They oversaw the remediation, implementing daily monitoring to protect workers and allow other plant operations to continue. After ensuring the cleanup met all criteria, FACS presented the findings to the DTSC, which deemed the work satisfactory. This allowed the client to resume full operations, with FACS acting as a crucial liaison throughout the entire process.