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  3. [Sec. 8] Environmental Compliance

Hazardous Waste Generator Information Sheet

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PRODUCTION ACTION

 
Emergency Assistance & Reporting Call 911 as necessary.  Follow your emergency plan.   Contact the Production Safety Consultant.
Process Construction Coordinator and/or Legal Scenic must review the Hazardous Waste Program prior to the start of Construction.
Federal, State and Local Regulations

If you have questions about federal hazardous waste regulations, please see the EPA Hazardous Waste Regulatory Summary website.

For the address or phone number for your state agency, please see the EPA State links website.

 
Regulated Waste Vendor

Ensure the Production selects a reputable hazardous waste vendor, a contract is in place and all insurance requirements have been met.

 
What kinds of hazardous waste will you generate?
  • Oil based paint
  • Aerosol (hair products, paint)
  • Latex (water-based) paint
  • eWaste
  • Used oil
  • Solvents
  • Other?
  • Universal Waste
    • batteries (sound, production)
    • pesticides
    • mercury-containing equipment
    • bulbs (lamps)
How much will you generate?  CEQGs SQGs
 Quantity Limits

< 220 lb / month

< 20 gal / month

< 100 kg / month

 

220-2204 lb / month

20-300 gal / month

100-1000 kg / month
 

NOTE: Approximate weight of common hazardous waste from productions:

  • 55-gallon drum oil-based paint = 400 lbs
  • 55-gallon drum paint contaminated debris = 300 lbs
  • 55-gallon drum thinner (solvent) = 225 lbs
EPA ID Number

Not typically required; check state regulations

 An EPA Identification Number is required.
On-Site Accumulation Quantity

<2204 lb in a calendar month

 < 13,227 lb in a calendar month
Accumulation Time Limits

None

 < 180 days
 Storage Requirements  
  •  Keep waste collection containers in a protected, safe and secured area
  • Keep containers protected from the elements (if all possible keep containers indoors).
  • Ensure that there are no drains in the vicinity
  • Keep containers closed at all times unless waste is being added
  • Ensure containers are in good condition
  • Each waste stream has to be compatible with the container
  • Storage areas should have a means of secondary containment, an alarm, a fire extinguisher, a "No Smoking" sign, and a means of communication (eg, walkie-talkie, cell phone, or air horn) in the event of a spill or other emergency
Labeling & Signs

  Each waste collection container has to have the appropriate label including:

  • Name of waste stream ("Oil based Paint/Solvent," "Latex Paint," "Latex Water Wash" or "Rags & Paint Debris)
  • Hazard warnings (Ignitable [flammable], Corrosive, Reactive, Toxicity)
  • Accumulation start date
  • Hazardous waste vendor should be able to assist to obtain approved labels and other warning signs.

Inspection

 Recommended A documented inspection of the container must be conducted at least weekly to check for leaks and signs of corrosion.
Personnel Training Recommended At least one person from the production should complete a "Hazardous Waste Handling" course.  Contact the Production Safety Consultant to arrange training.
Contingency Plan Recommended Basic Contingency Plan Required.
Manifests (Transportation Documents)

A qualified person (ie the person who completed Hazardous Waste Handling training) is responsible for signing all shipping documents including the Hazardous Waste Manifest.  The manifest should be created by the Hazardous Waste Vendor.

Originals from the hazardous waste manifest generator copy and any other legal documents (eg LDR) should be forwarded within one week of transportation to the Production Safety Consultant.
Emergency Preparedness Keep spill cleanup materials close to where chemicals are used or stored, including but not limited to collection areas and fuel trucks.  Recommended spill kit.
Secondary Containment Secondary containment is required for storage of all 55-gallon.  Secondary containment must be able to hold 110% of the capacity of the largest container (for example, 61-gallon capacity secondary containment is appropriate for four-55 gallon drums).
Safety Data Sheets and Waste Profiles (SDS or MSDS) Should have on site for all products.  SDS can also be obtained by calling the SDS Hotline at (888) 362-7416.  Provide SDS to vendor for waste profiles and keep them on file.
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