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- 2. RCRA • Resource Conservation and Recovery Act • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulation • Regulates Hazardous Waste and Universal Waste • Administered by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
- 3. Defining Hazardous Waste • Ignitability – Ignitable wastes can create fires under certain conditions, are spontaneously combustible, or have a flash point less than 60 °C (140 °F). Examples include waste oils and used solvents. • Corrosivity – Corrosive wastes are acids or bases (pH less than or equal to 2, or greater than or equal to 12.5) that are capable of corroding metal containers, such as storage tanks, drums, and barrels. Battery acid is an example. • Reactivity – Reactive wastes are unstable under "normal" conditions. They can cause explosions, toxic fumes, gases, or vapors when heated, compressed, or mixed with water. Examples include lithium- sulfur batteries and explosives. • Toxicity – Toxic wastes are harmful or fatal when ingested or absorbed (e.g., containing mercury, lead, etc.). When toxic wastes are land disposed, contaminated liquid may leach from the waste and pollute ground water. Toxicity is defined through a laboratory procedure called the Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP) The TCLP helps identify wastes likely to leach concentrations of contaminants that may be harmful to human health or the environment.
- 4. Ignitable Waste • Liquid - with not more than 24% alcohol in its mix, and with a Flash Point below 140° F. • Solid - will ignite through friction, contact with water or spontaneous combustion to be ignitable. Or, if it does catch fire, it is extremely difficult to extinguish. • Gas - Ignitable compressed gas such as Acetylene or Propane • Oxidizers, which, while they do not ignite themselves, can cause other materials to ignite far more readily
- 5. Examples of Ignitable Wastes • Acetone • Acetonitrile • Methanol • Methyl Alcohol • Nitric Acid • Titanium(powder) • Xylene • Gasoline • Heptane • Isopropyl Alcohol • Liquid Cement • Lithium (metal)
- 6. Corrosive Wastes • Corrosive wastes are acids or bases (pH less than or equal to 2, or greater than or equal to 12.5) that are capable of corroding metal containers, such as storage tanks, drums, and barrels. • They destroy solid material and living tissue upon contact, by chemical reaction.
- 8. Examples of Corrosive Wastes Acid and water mix Acid Sludge Alkaline cleaners Waste Ash Boiler cleaning waste Carbolic Acid Caustic Soda Corrosion Inhibitors Drilling fluids Fuming Sulfuric Acid Hydrochloric Acid Hydrofluoric Acid Nitric Acid Plating Waste Spent Acid Spent caustic
- 9. Reactive
- 10. Examples of Reactive Wastes • Picric Acid • Potassium Metal • Metallic picrates • Trinitrotoluene (TNT) • Old ethers • Sodium Metal • Lithium Metal • Magnesium shavings
- 11. Toxic Waste • Toxic waste is waste material that can cause death or injury to living creatures. • It spreads quite easily and can contaminate lakes and rivers. • The term is often used interchangeably with “hazardous waste”, or discarded material that can pose a long-term risk to health or environment.
- 12. Examples of Toxic Waste • Arsenic (5 mg/l) • Benzene (.5 mg/l) • Cadmium (1 mg/l) • Carbon Tetrachloride (.5mg/l) • Lead (5 mg/l) • Lindane (.4 mg/l) • Mercury (.2 mg/ll) • MEK (200 mg/l) • Selenium (1 mg/l) • Silver (5 mg/l) • TCE (.5 mg/l) • Vinyl Chloride (.2 mg/l)
- 13. Listed Waste any solid waste that contains any amount of a specifically “listed” hazardous waste, regardless of the concentration of that material in the waste itself • The F-list Hazardous waste from nonspecific sources such as solvents, plating solutions, and chemical manufacturing processes. There are approximately 28 specific types of materials listed in this section. • The K-list Hazardous waste from specific sources, which include wastes from industrial, processes which employ chemicals and result in generation of an unusable waste. Well over 100 types are found in the K list. • The U-list Discarded commercial chemical products, off-specification species, container residues and spill residues considered hazardous wastes. Again, several hundred materials are listed in this section. • The P-List Discarded commercial chemical products, off-specification species, container residues and spill residues identified as acutely hazardous wastes.
- 14. Universal Waste • Materials that tend to be “universally” used by business and which present some hazard if not properly disposed of • Fluorescent light bulbs containing Mercury • Thermostats • Batteries
- 15. Generator Status • Large Quantity Generator (LQG) • More than 2,200 lb/month or • More than 2.2 lb/month of acute hazardous waste • Small Quantity Generator (SQG) • Between 220 – 2,200 lb/month • Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generator (CESQG) • Less than 220 lb/month • Less than 2.2 lb/month of acute hazardous waste
- 16. Storage Limits Large Quantity • No more than 90 days Small Quantity • 180 days or • 270 days (If disposal site is more than 200 miles away) Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity • None
- 17. SQG requirements • Identify the hazardous waste present. • Obtain an EPA Identification Number. • Package wastes in DOT-approved containers including proper labels, markings, and accumulation start date. • Store the wastes on-site for no longer than 180 days (270 days if transporting to a disposal facility more than 200 miles away). • Designate an emergency coordinator and devise contingency, hazard prevention and personnel training plans. • Retain copies of all signed manifests for at least three years from the date of transport. • Retain copies of any test results, waste analyses, or other determinations for at least three years from the date of transport. • Dispose of all hazardous waste at an EPA-permitted Treatment, Storage, and Disposal (TSD) facility. • Never accumulate more than 2,200 lbs. of hazardous waste materials per month.
- 18. Conditionally Exempt SQGs • CESQGs produce 220 lbs or less of hazardous waste per calendar month. • And the really good news is that as a CESQG, most of the requirements for other levels of generators don’t apply.
- 19. 180-Day Storage Area • All containers must be appropriately labeled with the contents • All containers must be closed, and appropriately segregated • All containers must be dated • All containers must be shipped off-site within 180 days of the date on the container (the date it became full)
- 20. Satellite Accumulation Areas (SAA) • Satellite Accumulation Areas or Points allow the generator to accumulate hazardous waste at or near the point where it is created and collected during daily operations • Containers must be closed except when adding or removing waste, to prevent leaks or spills • Containers must have a label that either says "Hazardous Waste" or has other words that identify the contents • Once a container is full, it must be marked with the date on which it became full • Premier cannot store more than 55-gallons of a single hazardous waste stream longer than 72 hours in an SAA (we can store multiple waste streams in the same SAA). Once a 55-gallon drum is full, it must be dated, and moved out of the SAA within 72 hours • The waste containers must be in control of the employees generating the hazardous waste • The SAA must be at, or near the point of generation
- 22. Labeling • A hazardous waste label must be attached to the container of hazardous waste • As you can see it is a simple document, but is the first important part of the administrative side of hazardous waste • Actually the regulations only require that you mark the container with the wording: • Hazardous Waste – Federal Law Prohibits Improper Disposal. If found, contact the nearest police or public safety authority or the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. • Other things that you will have to put on the container are: • Name and address of the generator • Manifest Document Number • Accumulation start date • Weight of filled container.
- 23. Container Management • Premier’s hazardous waste is only managed in containers of 55-gallons or less, in size. The following is a list of the container requirements for hazardous waste management: • Containers must be in good condition, and compatible with the waste stored within them • Containers must be labeled with the contents, once waste is placed within them • Containers must have the accumulation start date written on the label • Containers must be closed, except when in use • Containers must be DOT-approved if they are to be shipped off-site • Containers with ignitable or reactive waste must be stored 15 meters (50 feet) from the property line (Premier does not presently have "reactive wastes" by EPA definition)
- 24. Inspections Waste management areas must be inspected weekly. • Weekly inspections include: • Check for spills and leaks • Check for emergency communication systems • Check for spill response equipment • Check for fire extinguishers • Check for eyewash and shower stations • Check for overall cleanliness • Check for drum storage and aisle space • A record of any discrepancies discovered, and the corrective actions taken
- 25. Manifests and Labeling • Premier Technology is not a Transporter of Hazardous Waste. This is sub-contracted to approved transportation services. • Pre-transportation procedures include the following: • Containers must be in good condition and DOT-approved for the waste stored within them • Prior to shipment, all containers must be properly marked and labeled in accordance with DOT regulations • A hazardous waste manifest and land disposal restriction (LDR) must be completed and sent with the hazardous waste shipment
- 26. Reporting and Recordkeeping • Hazardous waste generators are required to maintain a number of records to demonstrate compliance with the waste rules, and are also required to submit annual and biennial waste tracking reports. All waste management records must be kept for a minimum of 3 years, and include the following: • Weekly Inspections of storage areas • Waste Determinations (including lab analysis) • Manifests for each hazardous waste shipment • Land disposal restrictions (LDR) for each hazardous waste shipment • Annual Waste Report (Idaho requirement) • Exception Report (EPA/Idaho requirement) • Exception Report: if a manifest has not been returned from the disposal facility, within 35 days of a waste shipment. Premier must contact that disposal facility to determine the status of the shipment. Premier will request a faxed copy at this time • If the manifest has not been returned within 60 days of the waste shipment, Premier must submit an exception report to the State of Idaho, and regional EPA office (elements of an exception report are in 40 CFR §262.42 (a)(2)) • Training Records (For current employees, the records must be kept until closure of Premier. For former employees, the records must be kept 3 years from the employee's departure date)
- 27. Waste Minimization • The cornerstone to good waste management is waste minimization. All procedures and activities must minimize waste generation whenever possible. Examples of waste minimization strategies are: • Using non-hazardous materials whenever possible • Using the smallest quantities possible • Re-use material until the material is truly spent • Consider applications were materials can be used for other activities • Ensure that all wastes are properly segregated
- 28. Premier Waste Streams •Paint/Thinner Waste • Is labeled “Flammable liquid" •Contaminated Rags • Is labeled “Flammable solid” •Paint Booth Filters • Is labeled “Flammable solid”
- 29. Premier Waste Streams • Lead Waste • Lead waste is collected in 55-gallon drums labeled “Lead Waste" • Once the 55-gallon lead waste (PPE, Etc.) drums are full, they are dated and staged for off-site shipment to a treatment, storage, and disposal facility • Once these drums are dated, Premier has 180 days to ship them offsite for disposal
- 30. Premier Waste Streams • Fluorescent Tubes • fluorescent tubes are considered "Universal Waste" • Are repackaged in the original container if possible • If the lamps and tubes are in the original, and labeled container, no other label is needed • If the original packaging is not available for repackaging, the containers must be labeled as to the contents of the container • Is stored in the chemical warehouse for staging for offsite shipment to recycling facilities • Computer Monitors and TVs • Collected from the user areas • If the equipment is in operating condition, Premier will make it available for reuse in other areas, or for offsite applications • If the equipment no longer operates, it is collected and staged for offsite shipment to recycling facilities • These items are stored in appropriate containers that are labeled to indicate the contents • Off Spec and Expired Materials • Becomes waste when there is no further use for onsite or offsite applications • If characteristically hazardous, or EPA-listed, these materials must be collected in their original container and staged for offsite shipment to a treatment, storage, and disposal facility
- 31. Premier Waste Streams • Batteries (non-lead-acid) • Are classified as "Universal Waste" • Are collected in "Dry Cell Battery Recycle" containers • Are shipped offsite for recycling: • Used Oil • Is to be clearly labeled "Used Oil" • Is collected from numerous types of equipment • Is stored in DOT-approved container • Is stored in such a manner to prevent accidental release to soil or water • Is stored away from any floor drains • Is shipped offsite for recycling
- 32. Premier Waste Streams • Aerosol Cans • Handling and storage requirements for these materials will be established on a case-by-case basis depending upon the quantity remaining in the can, and the hazards associated with the former contents. The Safety Department must be contacted to determine the proper waste classification • Other Miscellaneous and Incidental Wastes: • Handling and storage requirements for these materials will be established on a case-by-case basis depending upon the characteristics of the material. The Safety Department must be contacted to determine the proper waste classification. Examples of these type of wastes include: • Ink • Glue • Paint • Caulk
- 33. Emergency Response • Evacuation Procedure SOP 304 • Emergency Notification Procedure • Spill Response Procedures • Spill response supplies available • If beyond our capacity to clean up, call 911