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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNCG030181_COMPLETE FILE - HISTORICAL_20020619STORMWATER DIVISION CODING SHEET NCG PERMITS PERMIT N0. NUG 03 0 DOC TYPE STORICAL FILE ❑ MONITORING REPORTS DOC DATE 0 C76 ba Q (0 G I YYYYMMDD State of North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr., Secretary Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director June 19, 2002 Mr. Al Metzger Southern Steel Company, LLC 12933 Sam Neely Road Charlotte, North Carolina 28241 4 11111111 IT A2 NCDENR NORTH CAROLINA C)EPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES Subject: NPDES Permit Modification — Name/Ownership Change Permit NCG030181 Southern Steel Company LLC (Formerly Valmet Paper Machinery, Inc.) Mecklenburg County Dear Mr. Metzger; In accordance with your request received May 24, 2002, the Division is forwarding the subject permit modification. This modification documents the change in name at the subject facility. All other terms and conditions in the original permit remain unchanged and in full effect. This permit modification Is Issued under the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency dated December 6, 1983. If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit modification are unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of this letter. This request must be a written petition conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714. Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and Finding. This permit does not affect the legal requirement to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality, the Division of Land Resources, Coastal Area Management Act, or any other Federal or Local government permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Valery Stephens at the telephone number or address listed below. Sincerely, NC DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENT � .p G OFFICE tom" ,f„ an W. Klimek, P.E., JUN 2 5 2002 cc: Central Files CMooresville) Regional Office, Water Quality Section NPDES Unit I JOIN 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 919 733.5083, extension 520 (fax) 919 733.0719 VISIT US ON THE INTERNET @ hhpJ/h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ Valery,Stephens Oncmailnet STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY GENERAL PERMIT NO. NCG030000 CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE No. NCG030181 Sl'ORMWATER DISCHARGES NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, Southern Steel Company, LLC Is hereby authorized to discharge stormwater from a facility located at Southern Steel Company, LLC 12933 Sam Neely Road Charlotte Mecklenburg County to receiving waters designated as unnamed tributary to Steele Creek, a class C water in the Catawba River Basin in accordance with the effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III, IV, V, and VI of General Permit No. NCG030000 as attached. This certificate of coverage shall become effective June 19, 2002. This Certificate of Coverage shall remain In effect for the duration of the General Permit. Signed this day June 19, 2002. uL4-� �41an W. Klimek, P.E., Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the. Environmental Management Commission State of North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr., Secretary Alan W. Klimek, P,E. Director CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED ATTN: JOHN C DUNNINGTON VALMET-CHARLOTTE 12933 SAM NEELY RD CHARLOTTE, NC 28278 Dear Permittee: ALTT4'w A . Av 0 NCDENR ENV;RONMENT ANo NATURAL RESOURCES 06/06/2002 - - e -J U N 2 5 2002 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION 1''a ` ` ' "' °' ` mod' ' 6� FAILURE TO SUBMIT RENEWAL APPLICATION VALMET-CHARLOTTE NCG030000 COC NUMBER NCG030181 MECKLENBURG COUNTY This letter is to inform you that, as of the date of this letter, the Division of Water Quality has not received a renewal request for the subject permit certificate of coverage. This is a violation of NCGS §143.215.1 (c)(1) which states "All applications shall be filed with the commission at least 180 days in advance of the date on which it is desired to commence the discharge of wastes or the date on which an existing permit expires, as the case may be". Any permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration or permittee that does not have a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will be subjected to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS §143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq. In order to prevent continued, escalated action, including the assessment of civil penalties you must submit a completed permit coverage renewal application to the attention of the "Stormwater and General Permits Unit" at the letterhead address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this letter (renewal application enclosed). If the subject discharge has been terminated, please complete the enclosed rescission request form. Mailing instructions are listed on the bottom of the form. You will be notified when the rescission process has been completed. Thank you for your prompt attention to this situation. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact Mack Wiggins of the central office Stormwater and General Permits Unit at 919-733-5083, ext. 542. Sincerely, for Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director, Division of Water Quality cc: Stormwater and General Permits Unit Files Central Files Mooresville Regional Office 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone 919-733-5083 FAX 919-733-9919 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50% recycled/ 10% post -consumer paper �0� W A T�C9Q Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr., Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources JOHN C DUNNINGTON VALMET 12933 SAM NEELY RD CHARLOTTE, NC 28278 Dear Permittew December 27, 2001 Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D. Acting Director Division of Water Quality APR 1 0 2002 Subject: NPDES Stormwater Permit Renewal VALMET _ COC Number NCG030181 ;"„ -� ;'y .,;'„�;-',.� y i '� 1 ;4J #� Mecklenburg County Your facility is currently covered for stormwater discharge under General Permit NCG030000, This permit expires on August 31, 2002. The Division staff is currently in the process of rewriting this permit and is scheduled to have the permit reissued by late summer of 2002. Once the permit is reissued, your facility would be eligible for continued coverage under the reissued permit. In order to assure your continued coverage under the general permit, you must apply to the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) for renewal of your permit coverage. To make this renewal process easier, we are informing you in advance that your permit will be expiring. Enclosed you will find a General Permit Coverage Renewal Application Form. The application must be completed and returned by March 4, 2002 in order to assure continued coverage under the general permit. Failure to request renewal within this time period may result in a civil assessment of at least $250.00. Larger penalties may be assessed depending on the delinquency of the request. Discharge of stormwater from your facility without coverage under a valid stormwater NPDES permit would constitute a violation of NCGS 143-215. l and could result in assessments of civil penalties of up to $10,000 per day. Please note that recent federal legislation has extended the "no exposure exclusion" to all operators of industrial facilities in any of the I 1 categories of "storm water discharges associated with industrial activity," (except construction activities). If you feel your facility can certify a condition of "no exposure", i.e. the facilty industrial materials and operations are not exposed to stormwater, you can apply for the no exposure exclusion. For additional information contact the Central Office Stormwater Staff member listed below or check the Stormwater & General Permits Unit Web Site at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/su/storinwater.littnl If the subject stormwater discharge to waters of the state has been terminated, please complete the enclosed Rescission Request Form. Mailing instructions are listed on the bottom of the form. You will be notified when the rescission process has been completed. If you have any questions regarding the permit renewal procedures please contact Mike Parker of the Mooresville Regional Office at 704-663-1699 or Bill Mills of the Central Off ice Stormwater Unit at (919) 733-5083, ext. 548 Sincerely, 11.tC CSLey t 5v,. PVK? Bradley Bennett, Supervisor Stormwater and General Permits Unit cc: Central Files Mooresville Regional Office T NCDCNR N. C. Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 (919) 733-7015 Customer Service 1- 800-623-7748 July 17, 2008 Ms. Marcia Allocco North Carolina Division of Water Quality Mooresville Regional Office 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301 Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 CERTIFIED tNAI•L$ 21,11,$ 7003 2260 0005 6847 9072 NC DENR MRO DWQ-Surface Water 'P,otect;on SUBJECT: May 23, 2008, Compliance Inspection Report for Southern Steel Company, LLC, Sam Neely Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, Certificate of Coverage Number NCG030181 Dear Ms. Allocco: On behalf of Southern Steel Company, LLC, I'd like to thank Ms. Heather Sorensen and Ms. Erin Hall for taking the time to review our operations with respect to the stormwater general permit and to provide their insight to help ensure full compliance with all applicable requirements. I offer this response in accordance with Mr. Robert B. Krebs' June 23, 2008, request. • Compliance Inspection Report (CIR) page 2 states, "(t)he permittee shall investigate methods to reduce stormwater contamination from this area of the facility including removal of the connection between the trench drains and the stormwater system." CIR page 6 restates concerns regarding the trench system. Removal of the trench / stormwater drainage connection may adversely affect water quality. Removal would likely cause prolonged contact of metal shavings / cuttings with standing water. This prolonged contact would likely increase the potential for metal rusting. In North Carolina, it is unlikely that water in the trench would evaporate so that a trench overflow would be avoided. Removal of the trench system would likely increase water contamination, creates a standing water nuisance and would not eliminate the potential for storm water discharges from this area. In addition to considering isolation of the trench, (1) improving housekeeping in the drill house and saw house and (2) employing solid controls were investigated. It seems obvious that the best solution is to improve housekeeping to avoid drill shavings and saw cuttings from entering the trench system rather than filtering them out after they enter the trench. It should be noted that no metal shavings were observed at the outfall. For this reason, we intend to focus on improving housekeeping in these areas including implementing a Weekly Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMP) Inspection (see form enclosed). rA&eta International SOUTHERN STEEL_ • LYNCHBURG STEEL • CAROLINA REBAR 12933 Sam Neely Road • Charlotte, North Carolina, 26273 • Phone(704)399-8331 • Fax:(704)398-0018 • www.betainternational.com Certified by the American Institute of Steel Construction for Category I and II Steel Structures and for Sophisticated Paint and Complex Structures MR Ms. Marcia Allocco July 17, 2008 Page 2 CIR page 2 states, "(t)he permittee shall monitor this additional outfall as per the requirements of the permit." CIR page 6 restates concerns regarding the two pipes making up old Outfall 001. The facility has been monitoring the convergence of the two pipes draining the west part of the facility. The inspection report is incorrect in stating that analytical monitoring was not performed on the second pipe. The site plan does not adequately show the joint monitoring point. The site plan's mislabeling likely lead to this misunderstanding. Previous Mecklenburg County inspectors have reviewed the joint monitoring location without raising a concern. The Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP) has been amended to show the far west pipe as Outfal1001 and the pipe just to the east as new Outfall 004. A request to obtain representative outfall status for Outfall 001 to be considered representative of Outfall 004 has been submitted to Mr. Bradley Bennett of Division of Water Quality, Stormwater Permitting Unit. CIR page 3 states, "(t)he permittee should ensure proper containment and disposal of all spills." The annual spill response training stresses that spills are to be immediately reported to the Environmental Emergency Coordinator and that the coordinator is to take prompt action to clean up the spill. The SPPP Spill Response Procedure requires that (1) spilled materials and contaminated soils (if any) are placed into a container, (2) that the container is sealed closed after use and (3) that appropriate container labels are proved. To help ensure that these procedures are maintained, a Weekly Stormwater BMP Inspection has been implemented. It is the intent of this inspection to frequently review areas where housekeeping has been an issue and ensure that appropriate procedures are maintained. CIR page 3 states, "(t)he permittee should implement best management practices as needed to ensure proper containment and disposal of all particulate materials generated on site." Both the plasma dust collector and shot blast dust collector have the potential to result in dust spills. Instructions have been given to supervisors and operating personnel that close monitoring of the drums is needed to ensure that the collection drums are changed out before the potential for a spill is encountered. The Weekly Stormwater BMP Inspection has been implemented to help ensure the drum monitoring and timely drum changing is maintained. Ms. Marcia Allocco July 17, 2008 Page 3 • CIR page 3 states, "(t)he permittee should ensure proper containment and clean up of all spills." While it is our intent to maintain outdoor equipment such that oil leaks do not occur, areas where there is forklift and other vehicle traffic will be inspected for oil staining as part of the Weekly Stormwater BMP Inspection. In the event oil staining is discovered, the inspector should ensure that the staining is promptly removed and determine the cause so that the appropriate corrective actions can be taken to avoid additional leaks. • CIR page 4 states, "(t)he facility should perform proper maintenance of the storm drain outfalls and limit the impact of industrial activities on stormwater discharges." The obstructions to Outfall 002 have been removed and maintenance performed on the main trench. The actions taken to limit the potential impact of plasma dust on the discharge is provided with the response to the request to implement BMPs to ensure proper containment and disposal of all particulate materials generated on site. • CIR page 4 states, "(t)he permittee will re-evaluate the industrial usage in the drainage area." CIR page 6 restates concerns regarding the grass swale leading to Outfall 003. Since the development of the SPPP, the facility converted the employee parking area into structural steel storage. With this change in use, Outfall 003 clearly became are regulated outfall. Due to the intermittent nature of this outfall monitoring may be difficult. Since the industrial activity in the Outfall 003 basin is similar to Outfall 002, a request for representative status has been submitted to Mr. Bennett. • CIR page 5 indicates that the SPPP does not include a list of significant spills occurring in the past 3 years. Page 5 also states, "(a)s per the new general permit issued in November of 2007 the spill section of the SPPP must be updated annually." There have been no significant spills since Southern Steel Company, LLC began operating this facility. The Comprehensive Stormwater Inspection Checklist, Evaluation and Report has been revised to provide for identifying significant spills or certifying that no spills have occurred since the last inspection. • CIR page 5 indicates that the SPPP does not include accurate latitude and longitude coordinates for points of discharge. The SPPP has been amended to provide this information. Ms. Marcia Allocco July 17, 2008 Page 4 • CIR page 6 states "(a)s per the general permit issued in November 2007 an illicit discharge evaluation must be completed annually." The Comprehensive Stormwater Inspection Checklist, Evaluation and Report has been revised to help ensure that this new requirement is performed annually. A copy of the "Weekly Stormwater BMP Inspection Checklist and Report", the revised Comprehensive Stormwater Inspection Checklist, Evaluation and Report (performed twice a year), and the amendment to the SPPP are enclosed. It is our intent to fully comply with the stormwater general permit and any comments to this purpose will be appreciated. Should you have any questions, comments and/or recommendations regarding this response, please do not hesitate to contact Guy Lee, our consultant, at (828) 241-3417 or me at (704) 399-8331. Respectfully, Mike Welch Plant Manager MW/gl enclosure Copy: Guy Lee, Guy Lee IV, P.E., Catawba, North Carolina Joe Miner, Southern Steel Company, LLC, Charlotte, North Carolina Heather Sorenson, Mecklenburg County, Charlotte, North Carolina SOUTHERN STEEL COMPANY, L.L.C. SAM NEELY ROAD CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA WEEKLY STORMWATER BMP INSPECTION CHECKLIST AND REPORT This inspection was developed to help ensure that the best management practices (BMPs) identified in the stormwater pollution prevention plan are maintained. This inspection should be performed weekly. Date of Inspection: Inspector's Name(s): BMP Time of Inspection: Maintain steel off ground (most commonly on wood planks or flat bed trailers). — Inspect outdoor steel storage yards to ensure steel is not in contact with the ground. Remove steel shavings and cuttings from steel moved through drill and saw houses. Maintain trench and area draining to the trench. — Inspect drill and saw houses to ensure shavings and cuttings are removed before moving steel outside. — Inspect trench and trench drainage area for shavings and cuttings. — Ensure any spills are promptly removed. Manage plasma cutter and shot blast dust collector drums to minimize the potential for spills. Clean up spills promptly. — Ensure operating personnel are routinely inspecting drums and replacing drums prior to overfilling. — Inspect collector areas for evidence of spills. — Ensure any spills are promptly removed. Promptly identify and clean up equipment leaks and spills. — Inspect areas where forklifts and other outdoor motorized equipment is used for evidence of oil staining. — Ensure any spills or leaks are promptly removed. Comments, Observations and/or Corrective Actions (use back if needed): Signature of Chief Inspector Date Status Southern Steel Company, LLC July 16, 2008 SOUTHERN STEEL COMPANY, L.L.C. SAM NEELY ROAD CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA COMPREHENSIVE STORMWATER INSPECTION CHECKLIST, EVALUATION AND REPORT This report documents compliance with General Permit NCG030000 with respect to inspections, evaluation and reporting requirements. This inspection should be performed at least twice a year, once during the first six months and once during the last six months with at least a 60 day separation. Date of Inspection: Inspector's / Evaluator's Name(s): Inspection Items Time of Inspection: Have there been any significant (reportable) spills since the last inspection? Was an evaluation for non-stormwater discharges been performed this year? Inspect the steel outdoor storage best management practice (BMP). Inspect the drill and saw houses 1 trench system BMP. Inspect the dust collectors BMP. Inspect conveyances, controls, and methods used to limit or prevent erosion associated with stormwater systems. Inspect area of outfall for evidence of spots, staining, garbage or waste materials. Inspect areas where spills or leaks occurred in the past. Inspect basin area for spots, spills, windblown dry chemicals, garbage and waste. Ensure outside areas are neat and orderly. Inspect pipes, pumps, valves, tanks, bins, and secondary containment systems for evidence of leaks, corrosion, support or foundation failure. Inspect drums to ensure that they are closed and in good condition. Inspect perimeter of buildings for evidence of leaks. Inspect material handling area(s) and loading/unloading equipment area(s) for signs of spills or leaks. Inspect material handling equipment for evidence of improper maintenance. Ensure spill response procedures are known and used. Ensure no new industrial activities (not included in the SPPP) are exposed. Considering the current storm water management practices, evaluate and implement (if any) new measures for reducing pollutant loading to storm water. Review SPPP to determine if revision is needed. Comments, Observations and/or Corrective Actions (use back if needed): Signature of Chief Inspector / Evaluator Date Status Southern Steel Company, LLC July 15, 2008 SOUTHERN STEEL COMPANY, LLC SAM NEELY ROAD CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA SPPP GENERAL LOCATION MAP NOTES Receiving Waters and Locations Outfall Number Receivin Waters Latitude Longitude 001 Unnamed tributary to 3887400 N 17502290 E Steel Creek 002 Unnamed tributary to 3887358 N 17502400 E Steel Creek 003 Unnamed tributary to 3887400 N 17502290 E Steel Creek 004 Unnamed tributary to 3887331 N 17502453 E Steel Creek Latitude and longitude measures taken by Magellan GPS Tracker using WSG84 Map Datum. Current Status of Steel Creek No Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) has been established for Steel Creek. The North Carolina 303(d) List, Draft for Public Review, January 10, 2008, does not list Steel Creek as impaired. No TMDL are planned or proposed according to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality internet site. 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Telephone: 1-513-458-8199 Generic Name: Water Soluble Metalworking Fluid Concentrate 2 EMERGENCY INFORMATION Product is alkaline. Product is a primary eye irritant. Highway spills could result in slippery conditions. No other significant health effects are associated with this material. 3 POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS OF DIRECT EXPOSURE Product Inhalation: Not Applicable Eye Contact: Product is a primary eye irritant. Skin Contact: Product is not a primary skin irritant. Ingestion: Not orally toxic. Product at Use Dilution Extended exposure to mist may cause upper respiratory irritation. Will cause stinging sensation in the eye. Not irritating to the skin when used as directed and good personal hygiene is practiced. Swallowing small quantities may cause diarrhea, nausea or vomiting. Medical Conditions generally aggravated by exposure May aggravate existing skin irritation where further defatting or skin penetration could occur. Skin irritation (redness and dryness of hands) may be experienced when the diluted product has been contaminated by certain oils, by dissolved metals, or when mix ratio is too strong. When problems occur, use of water-resistant barrier creams may be a temporary control measure. Contact Milacron Marketing Company, Global Industrial Fluids Technical Services at 1-513-458-8199 for specific recommendations. When used in applications generating high levels of mist, operator exposure can be minimized by proper ventilation, use of mist collectors or splash guards, as appropriate. If there is doubt about actual mist levels present, monitoring should be conducted. Contact Milacron Marketing Company, Global -industrial Fluids at 1-513-458-8199 for specific recommendations. Repeated excessive exposures to high amounts of triethanolamine may cause liver and kidney effects. Material Dame: CIMTECHO 495 1OTBZ296 Effective Date: 09-23-2008 1/6 Carcinogen Listings: NTP: No IARG: No OSHA: No Signs and symptoms of exposure Acute Eye injury may result from contact with product. Skin irritation can result from improper use and handling of product. 4 EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES Eyes In case of eye contact, flush immediately with running water for at least 15 minutes, and get prompt medical attention. Skin Contact For skin contact flush with large amounts of water while removing contaminated clothing. Remove contaminated shoes and clothing and launder before reuse. Product is not irritating to the skin when used as recommended and good personal Hygiene is practiced. Ingestion Do not induce vomiting. If the material is swallowed, get immediate medical attention or advice. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Give two glasses of water or milk. Immediately contact a physician and obtain treatment. Swallowing small quantities of diluted product may cause nausea, diarrhea or abdominal distress. Inhalation Inhalation can occur in applications where high mist levels are generated. OSHA has set a PEL of 15 mglm3 for any airborne particulate as a nuisance level of exposure. NIOSH has set a REL of 0.5 mglm3 for metalworking fluid mist. If symptoms are experienced, remove source of contamination or move victim to fresh air. If symptoms persist, get medical attention. 5 CONTROL MEASURES Respiratory protection Product is not volatile. In applications where time -weighted exposures are 0.5 to 5 mglm', mist reduction through improved ventilation, mist collection or process modification is recommended by NIOSH. Where this is not possible, NIOSH recommends the use of any air purifying, half -mask respirator including a disposable respirator, equipped with any P- or R-series particulate filter. If the average exposure will exceed 5 mglm3, NIOSH recommends use of a powered, air -purifying respirator equipped with a hood or helmet and a HEPA filter. If respiratory problems are present when mist levels are < 0.5 mglm', respiratory protection should be based on the individual recommendation of a qualified health care provider. Caution The appropriate use and type of respirator is dependent upon use of the product and local operating conditions. Ventilation For most applications, normal shop ventilation is needed. However, when high mist levels are generated or where machines are close together or ventilation is inadequate, operators may experience respiratory irritation. For such applications, use of splash guards or mist collectors is recommended. Eye protection Proper metalworking plant eye protection required when handling product concentrate. Material Name: CIMTECH(D 495 Effective Date: 09-23-2008 1 OTBZ296 21 6 r i Other protective clothing or equipment Use effective metalworking plant protective clothing as appropriate. Work / Hygiene Practices Good personal hygiene should always be followed. Protective Gloves Impervious gloves, such as nitrile gloves, are recommended when handling product concentrate. 6 HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS / IDENTITY INFORMATION These ingredients may contribute to the acute product hazards listed under the Potential Health Effects section. Other substances, not hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, may be present. Further composition information may be available to health professionals as provided in the Standard. Component CAS # Percent NEODECANOIC ACID 26896-20-8 7 - 13 TRIETHANOLAMINE 102-71-6 5 - 10 MONOETHANOLAMINE 141-43-5 1-5 NONANOIC ACID 112-05-0 1-5 7 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA Extinguishing Media Not Applicable Hazardous Combustion Products Smoke, fumes, and oxides of carbon Flash Point: Not Applicable Lower Explosive Limit: Not Applicable Upper Explosive Limit: Not Applicable HMIS RATINGS Health 1 Flammability Classification 0 Reactivity 0 NFPA RATINGS Health 1 Flammability Classification 0 Reactivity 0 8 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Contain the spill, collect on absorbent material, and discard as dictated by Federal, state and local regulations that may apply. Flush area thoroughly with water. Reportable Quantity: None Material Name: CIMTECHO 495 Effective Date: 09-23-2008 1 OTBZ296 3/6 1 9 WASTE DISPOSAL For Used Product Disposal procedures must comply with local, county, state and Federal regulations. If pre-treatment is needed, ultrafiltration, emulsion breaking or evaporation may be used. Contact Milacron Marketing Company, Global Industrial Fluids at 1-513-458-8199 for assistance. For Unused Product Product is not a hazardous waste as defined under 40 CFR 261. Contact Milacron Marketing Company, Global Industrial Fluids at 1-513-458-8199 for assistance. Empty Containers Empty containers will contain a residue which is not considered a hazardous waste under RCRA regulations. Drums can be drained to a "drip dry" condition by inversion and can be offered for recycling or scrap. 10 HANDLING AND STORAGE Avoid all contact of product with eyes or skin. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not swallow. Do not store product concentrate in direct sunlight or elevated temperatures. Use only as recommended by Milacron Marketing Company, Global Industrial Fluids . If frozen, thaw completely at room temperature prior to use. Other Precautions Contains amines. Do not add sodium nitrite or other nitrosating agents to this product because suspected cancer -causing nitrosamines may be formed. 11 PHYSICAL 1 CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS Boiling Point: Specific Gravity: Evaporation Rate: Solubility (H20): Volatile Organic Content (by ASTM D2369): pH (Concentrate): pH (Mix): Recommended Starting Dilution: Appearance/Odor: 12 REACTIVITY Stability Stable under normal conditions. Conditions to avoid Use as directed. Materials to avoid 212 °F (100 °C) 1.07 Like water when diluted 100 % Miscible 12% 8.4 8.3 @ 5.0% 5% (1:20) to 20% (1:5) Clear/Chemical Avoid contact with strong acids or oxidizers to product. Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur. Material Name: CIMTECHO 495 Effective Date: 09-23-2008 1 OTBZ296 4 1 6 Combustion Products Smoke, fumes, and oxides of carbon 13 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION BY LAND Hazardous Materials Description and Proper Shipping Name (49 CFR 172.101) Not a Hazardous Material BY AIR OR VESSEL Hazardous Materials Description and Proper Shipping Name (49 CFR 172.101) Not a Hazardous Material 14 REGULATORY INFORMATION EXPOSURE GUIDELINES REGULATED MATERIAL NIOSH REL OSHA PEL OSHA STEL ACGIH TLV ACGIH STEL MONOETHANOLAMINE 3 ppm 6 ppm 3 ppm 6 ppm TRIETHANOLAMINE 5 mg/m' METALWORKING FLUID MIST 0.5 mg/m3 CERCLA No components of this product are present at levels which require reporting under 40 CFR 302.4. EPCRA (SARA) TITLE III Extremely Hazardous Substances (302): None Hazardous Substances (3111312) Product is a hazardous substance as defined under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard and may be reportable under the provisions of SARA Sections 311 and 312. HAZARD CATEGORIES Acute Health: Yes Chronic Health: No Fire: No Sudden Release of Pressure: No Reactive: No RCRA Product concentrate does not meet the definition of a hazardous waste as defined under 40 CFR 261. It is possible that in use, the product may be contaminated by metals or by chlorinated solvents and the final waste may meet the TCLP definition. Each facility should assess each waste stream to determine if the used fluid should be treated as a hazardous waste. TSCA The ingredients of this product are on the TSCA inventory. State Right to Know Many states have enacted Community Right -To -Know laws which require information beyond that mandated by federal laws. Since some of these laws are inconsistent with the federal laws, the information in this sheet may not fully meet the requirements of every state. Toxic Substances (313) Component CAS # Max % Comments None Material Name: CIMTECHO 495 Effective Date: 09-23-2008 1OTBZ296 5/6 GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygenists CAS Chemical Abstracts Service CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act CFR Code of Federal Regulations COC Cleveland Open Cup DOT Department of Transportation EPCRA Emergency Planning and Community Right -to -Know Act (aka SARA) ]ARC International Agency for Research on Cancer NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NTP National Toxicology Program OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration PEL Permissible Exposure Limit RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act REC Recommended REL Recommended Exposure Limit SARA SuperFund Amendments and Reauthorization Act STEL Short -Term Exposure Limit TCLP Toxicity Characteristics Leaching Procedure TLV Threshold Limit Value TSCA Toxic Substances Control Act VOC Volatile Organic Compounds Disclaimer NOTE: The opinions expressed herein are those of qualified experts within Milacron Marketing Company, Global Industrial Fluids and of their suppliers. 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'ra,iA , ✓{�'1, ii� �'�. ��y5�r_1� ! 1 .I�N�'il. l.. �I .1' � '� { 'r `r '1 '.L' v... .,�Z}'.5... ._•/,�r�"''`�{+�d�FF..r. •+L i rr •r+r'✓!,'/� �_ i 't, • !I '.4 �.II.. 4t .. 11l°°° .r � � . , r Reprints/Updates of this document are available at our website: http://www.cimcool.com 6CIMCOOL Material Safety Data Sheet ak" vxhostrhm ft-da ClMTECH® 95 METALWORKING FLUID CONCENTRATE DATE EFFECTIVE: 05-22-2008 1 CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Manufacturer: Milacron Marketing Company, Global Industrial Fluids 3000 Disney Street Cincinnati, OH 45209 United States Emergency: Telephone (USA): 1-800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC) Telephone (Outside USA): 1-703-527-3887 (CHEMTREC) General Information: Telephone: 1-513-458-8199 Generic Name: Water Soluble Metalworking Fluid Concentrate 2 EMERGENCY INFORMATION Product is alkaline. Product is corrosive to aluminum. Product is a primary eye irritant. Product may be a primary skin irritant. Highway spills could result in slippery conditions. No other significant health effects are associated with this material. 3 POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS OF DIRECT EXPOSURE Product Inhalation: Not Applicable Eye Contact: Product is a primary eye irritant. Skin Contact: Product may be a primary skin irritant. Ingestion: Not orally toxic. Product at Use Dilution Extended exposure to mist may cause upper respiratory irritation. Will cause stinging sensation in the eye. Not irritating to the skin when used as directed and good personal hygiene is practiced. Swallowing small quantities may cause diarrhea, nausea or vomiting. Medical Conditions generally aggravated by exposure May aggravate existing skin irritation where further defatting or skin penetration could occur. Mild skin irritation (redness and dryness of hands) may be experienced when the diluted product has been contaminated by certain oils, by dissolved metals, or when mix ratio is too strong. When problems occur, use of water-resistant barrier creams may be a temporary control measure. Contact Milacron Marketing Company, Global Industrial Fluids Technical Services at 1-513-458-8199 for specific recommendations. Material Name: CIMTECHO 95 30U UQ264 Effective Date: 05-22-2008 1/ 6 1 When used in applications generating high levels of mist, operator exposure can be minimized by proper ventilation, use of mist collectors or splash guards, as appropriate. If there is doubt about actual mist levels present, monitoring should be conducted. Contact Milacron Marketing Company, Global Industrial Fluids at 1-513-458-8199 for specific recommendations. Repeated excessive exposures to high amounts of triethanolamine may cause liver and kidney effects. Carcinogen Listings: NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: No Signs and symptoms of exposure Acute Eye injury may result from contact with product. Skin irritation can result from improper use and handling of product. 4 EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES Eyes In case of eye contact, flush immediately with running water for at least 15 minutes, and get prompt medical attention. Skin Contact Product is not irritating to the skin when used as recommended and good personal hygiene is practiced. For skin contact flush with large amounts of water while removing contaminated clothing. Remove contaminated shoes and clothing and launder before reuse. Ingestion If the material is swallowed, get immediate medical attention or advice. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Give two glasses of water or milk. Immediately contact a physician and obtain treatment. Swallowing small quantities of diluted product may cause nausea, diarrhea or abdominal distress. Inhalation Inhalation can occur in applications where high mist levels are generated. OSHA has set a PEL of 15 mglm3 for any airborne particulate as a nuisance level of exposure. NIOSH has set a REL of 0.5 mglm3 for metalworking fluid mist. If symptoms are experienced, remove source of contamination or move victim to fresh air. If symptoms persist, get medical attention. 5 CONTROL- MEASURES Respiratory protection Product is not volatile. In applications where time -weighted exposures are 0.5 to 5 mglm3, mist reduction through improved ventilation, mist collection or process modification is recommended by NIOSH. Where this is not possible, NIOSH recommends the use of any air purifying, half -mask respirator including a disposable respirator, equipped with any P- or R-series particulate filter. If the average exposure will exceed 5 mglm3, NIOSH recommends use of a powered, air -purifying respirator equipped with a hood or helmet and a HEPA filter. If respiratory problems are present when mist levels are < 0.5 mglm3, respiratory protection should be based on the individual recommendation of a qualified health care provider. Caution The appropriate use and type of respirator is dependent upon use of the product and local operating conditions. Ventilation For most applications, normal shop ventilation is adequate. However, when high mist levels are generated or where machines are close together or ventilation is inadequate, operators may experience respiratory irritation. For such applications, use of splash guards or mist collectors is recommended. Material Name: CIMTECHO 95 Effective Date: 05-22-2008 3000Q264 2 / 6 Ir Eye protection Proper metalworking plant eye protection required when handling product concentrate. Other protective clothing or equipment Use effective metalworking plant protective clothing as appropriate. Work 1 Hygiene Practices Good personal hygiene should always be followed. Protective Gloves Impervious gloves, such as nitrile gloves, are recommended when handling product concentrate. 6 HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS 1 IDENTITY INFORMATION These ingredients may contribute to the acute product hazards listed under the Potential Health Effects section. Other substances, not hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, may be present. Further composition information may be available to health professionals as provided in the Standard. Component CAS # Percent MONOETHANOLAMINE 141-43-5 3-7 TRIETHANOLAMINE 102-71-6 3-7 NEODECANOIC ACID 26896-20-8 1 - 5 NONANOIC ACID 112-05-0 1 - 5 7 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA Extinguishing Media Not Applicable Hazardous Combustion Products Smoke, fumes, oxides of nitrogen, and oxides of carbon Lower Explosive Limit: Not Applicable Upper Explosive Limit: Not Applicable HMIS RATINGS Health 1 Flammability Classification 0 Reactivity 0 NFPA RATINGS Health 1 Flammability Classification 0 Reactivity 0 8 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Contain the spill, collect on absorbent material, and discard as dictated by Federal, state and local regulations that may apply. Flush area thoroughly with water. Reportable Quantity: None Material Name: CIMTECHO 95 Effective Date: 05-22-2008 30UUQ264 31 6 9 WASTE DISPOSAL For Used Product Disposal procedures must comply with local, county, state and Federal regulations. If pre-treatment is needed, ultrafiltration, emulsion breaking or evaporation may be used. Contact Milacron Marketing Company, Global Industrial Fluids at 1-513458-8199 for assistance. For Unused Product Product is not a hazardous waste as defined under 40 CFR 261. Contact Milacron Marketing Company, Global Industrial Fluids at 1-513-458-8199 for assistance. Empty Containers Empty containers will contain a residue which is not considered a hazardous waste under RCRA regulations. Drums can be drained to a "drip dry" condition by inversion and can be offered for recycling or scrap. 10 HANDLING AND STORAGE Avoid all contact of product with eyes or skin. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not swallow. Do not store product concentrate in direct sunlight or elevated temperatures. if frozen, thaw completely at room temperature prior to use. Use only as recommended by Milacron Marketing Company, Global Industrial Fluids . Other Precautions Contains amines. Do not add sodium nitrite or other nitrosating agents to this product because suspected cancer -causing nitrosamines may be formed. 11 PHYSICAL 1 CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS Boiling Point: Specific Gravity: Evaporation Rate Solubility (H20): Volatile Organic Content (by ASTM D2369): pH (Concentrate): pH (Mix): Recommended Starting Dilution: Appearance/Odor: 12 REACTIVITY Stability Stable under normal conditions. Conditions to avoid Use as directed. Materials to avoid 212T(100°C) 1.03 Like water when diluted 100 % Miscible 10% 9.7 9.0 5% Clear/Chemical Avoid contact with strong acids or oxidizers to product. Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur. Material Name: CIMTECH@) 95 Effective Date: 05-22-2008 30UUQ264 41 6 :j Combustion Products Smoke, fumes, oxides of nitrogen, and oxides of carbon 13 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION Hazardous Materials Description and Proper Shipping Name (49 CFR 172.101) Not a hazardous material BY AIR OR VESSEL Hazardous Materials Description and Proper Shipping Name (49 CFR 172.101) Corrosive liquid, basic, organic, n.o.s. (contains ethanolamine) Hazard Class (49 CFR 172.101): 8 Identification Number: UN3267 Packaging Group: III 14 REGULATORY INFORMATION EXPOSURE GUIDELINES REGULATED MATERIAL NIOSH REL OSHA PEL OSHA STEL ACGIH TLV ACGIH STEL MONOETHANOLAMINE 3 ppm 6 ppm 3 ppm 6 ppm TRIETHANOLAMINE 5 mg/m' METALWORKING FLUID MIST 0.5 mg/m3 CERCLA No components of this product are present at levels which require reporting under 40 CFR 302.4. EPCRA (SARA) TITLE III Extremely Hazardous Substances (302): None Hazardous Substances (311/312) Product is a hazardous substance as defined under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard and may be reportable under the provisions of SARA Sections 311 and 312. HAZARD CATEGORIES Acute Health: Yes Chronic Health: No Fire. No Sudden Release of Pressure: No Reactive: No RCRA Product concentrate does not meet the definition of a hazardous waste as defined under 40 CFR 261. It is possible that in use, the product may be contaminated by metals or by chlorinated solvents and the final waste may meet the TCLP definition. Each facility should assess each waste stream to determine if the used fluid should be treated as a hazardous waste. TSCA The ingredients of this product are on the TSCA inventory. State Right to Know Many states have enacted Community Right -To -Know laws which require information beyond that mandated by federal laws. Since some of these laws are inconsistent with the federal laws, the information in this sheet may not fully meet the requirements of every state. Material Name: CIMTECHO 95 Effective Date: 05-22-2008 30UUQ264 5 / 6 Toxic Substances (313) Component None GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS CAS # Max % Comments ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygenists CAS Chemical Abstracts Service CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act CFR Code of Federal Regulations COC Cleveland Open Cup DOT Department of Transportation EPCRA Emergency Planning and Community Right -to -Know Act (aka SARA) IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer N10SH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NTP National Toxicology Program OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration PEL Permissible Exposure Limit RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act REC Recommended REL Recommended Exposure Limit SARA Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act STEL Short -Term Exposure Limit TCLP Toxicity Characteristics Leaching Procedure TLV Threshold Limit Value TSCA Toxic Substances Control Act VOC Volatile Organic Compounds Disclaimer NOTE: The opinions expressed herein are those of qualified experts within Milacron Marketing Company, Global Industrial Fluids and of their suppliers. We believe that the information contained herein is current as of the date of this Material Safety Data Sheet. Since the use of this information and of these opinions and the condition and use of the product are not within the control of Milacron Marketing Company, Global Industrial Fluids , it is the user's obligation to determine the conditions of safe use of the product. Material Name: CIMTECHO 95 Effective Date: 05-22-2008 30UUQ264 6 / 6 e,CH'* 95 UNDYED METALWORKING FLUID CONCENTRATE Cim OOL Global IndusNal Fluids EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NQ USA 1-80042"800 (CHEMTREC) OI1T$IDE USA 1 7Q9-827.99W (CMEMMEC YADIB NI THE URA V"CKN MANKIMNO COMPANY • CINCINNAn, OICC to [man fhamuo mift ►wear � �� � rN CF� EYE %ter, Cr not If►f CASE 0 SKI u, havemve 819p � A 80813i 7N-16 CIMTECH" 95 13LUE METALWORKING FLUID CONCENTRATE EMERGiENCYTELEPHONE NO. U13A 1 `800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC) - QUTSIOE USA 1-703-637 3887 (CHEMTRECI Y MADIE IN THE a LftrmN MA"KIET1ifG COMPANY 0CINCINNATI. 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'� +k� '�,/�f'�,• �'� Y I.f{,� a��l 1 '�{r� �, f'" � '.'��1 1 t, �y`.n i • 'z r' I.7 ,� � ri��Rt�. `r .I' iSM� I a P�' i �,y,1,i,• ,Ill,e , ' P.. 't w j .., +d• w �: ..W a ''''.`(�:�� •'�'.pi� � ff , L �� r} '1�,J�r�'F si_ • "��. 4 *.' : �' '' 1 ` .� �, OF 01 �x'k,�,:' R►,a, I � rV + Y' '��. � _ rn 1 f yi 1 ^I.} F•+i hl ,�� yi .•1 �, +''f ,� ��l4- .. �^ � �1 �1 ,• f N,�, +� � ; L�y� r �',}r' �S7 r,' '41 . 'i4. � y . S,I� w�i� �. rtis n 1u r 7;.: 1r w• ,1' �u ',^'' ""' t Y�1� 1+ ,^�" 1 r I r '!� �j•``•�':��"'�'��." "*,tti•'�1P�'�•. Ll OO� � A 1G 0 Y Mr. Joseph Miner, Safety Coordinator Southern Steel Company, LLC 12933 Sam Neely Road Charlotte, N.C. 28273 Subject Dear Mr. Miner: Michael F. Easley, Governor dp William G. Ross Jr., Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources June 23, 2008 Compliance Evaluation Inspection Southern Steel Company, LLC. Stormwater Permit COC NCG030181 Mecklenburg County, NC Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection (CEI) report for the inspection conducted at the subject facility on May 23, 2008, by Ms. Heather Sorensen and Ms. Erin Hall of Charlotte -Mecklenburg Storm Water Services. This inspection was conducted as part of a cooperative working agreement between Mecklenburg County and the Division of Water Quality. In addition, the inspection was conducted on behalf of the City of Charlotte in compliance with the City's NPDES Permit, NCS000240, Part II Section H. Thank you for your assistance and cooperation during the inspection. The inspection found that Southern Steel Company, LLC has developed and implemented a Stormwater program and this Office commends the permittee's efforts to ensure compliance with your NPDES permit. However, deficiencies were noted as detailed in the Industrial Operations/City of Charlotte Stormwater Ordinance Review, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan, and Analytical Monitoring sections of the attached report. It is requested that a written response be submitted to this Office by July 21, 2008, addressing the above -noted violations in the enclosed report. In responding to the violations, please address your comments to the attention of Ms. Marcia Ailocco at the letterhead address. The enclosed report should be self-explanatory; however should you have any questions concerning this report or have any questions regarding your permit, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Allocco of this Office at (704) 663-1699. Enclosure cc: NPS-ACO Unit ��Lr WDENR Sincerely, .............. M N I for Robert B. Krebs Rusty Rozzelle, Mecklenburg County Craig Miller, City of Charlotte Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Mooresville Regional Office Non thCarolina ,Vatumllff Mooresville Regional Office Division of Water Quality Phone 704.663-1699 Customer Service Internet: waw.ncw•aterquality.ora 610 East Center Ave, Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115 Fax 704-663-6040 1-877-623.6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer — 50% Recycled110%, Post Consumer Paper Permit: NCG030181 SOC: County: Mecklenburg Region: Mooresville Compliance Inspection Report Effective: 11/01/07 Expiration: 10/31/12 Owner: Southern Steel Comapny LLC Effective: Expiration: Facility: Southern Steel Company LLC 12933 Sam Neely Rd Contact Person: Joe Miner Directions to Facility: System Classifications: Primary ORC: , Secondary ORC(s): On -Site Representative(s): Related Permits: Title: Certification Charlotte NC 28273 Phone: Phone: Inspection Date: 06/23/2008 Entry Time: 09 00 AM Exit Time: 12:00 PM Primary Inspector: Water Quality Program Mecklenburg County Phone: Secondary Inspector(s): Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Permit Inspection Type: Metal Fabrication Stormwater Discharge COG Facility Status: ❑ Compliant ■ Not Compliant Question Areas: 0 Storm Water (See attachment summary) Page: 1 Permit: NCG030181 Owner — Facility: Southern Steel Company LLC - Southern Steel Company LLC Inspection Date: 05/23/08 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine Inspection Summary: Facility Description: This facility prepares steel beams for sale, which includes drilling, sawing, painting, burning, welding, and plasma cutting. Maintenance and fueling of forklifts also occurs on site. Two tractor -trailers are based out of this facility. This facility is a small generator of hazardous materials, primarily waste paint. A locked chain link fence surrounds the facility's perimeter. Palmetto Environmental collects and disposes of used oils, paint, and oil absorbent materials. This facility uses less than 55 gallons of new motor oil per month when averaged over a calendar year. Compliance History: CMSWS conducted an inspection of the facility on April 4, 2007. A number of deficiencies were noted during the inspection and a Notice of Violation (NOV) issued by the City of Charlotte. Southern Steel submitted a written response on June 20, 2007, documenting the corrective actions that had been taken. Industrial Operations/CityOperations/City of Charlotte Stormwater Ordinance Review: Steel Storage Yards — This outside area is mostly gravel with some paved areas and extends along the perimeter of the facility between the chain link fence and the shop building. The western steel storage yard is the staging area for steel beams that are delivered to the facility to be processed. One storm drain in this area had a dry weather flow observed. The flow was clear with no odor. A previous evaluation for illicit discharges determined that this flow was groundwater. Facility personnel noted that the property was historically a wet area and there are several sump pumps under the building. This area appeared to be in good condition. The northern steel storage yard is a staging area for smaller steel pieces, plate steel, and attachments. A dry weather flow was observed in a storm drain in this area and the water was clear with no odor. A previous evaluation for illicit discharges determined that a dewatering foundation sump pump drains to this storm drain. This area appeared to be in good condition. The eastern steel storage yard consists mainly of flat bed trailers loaded with finished steel beams, awaiting delivery. This area appeared to be in good condition. Scrap Metal Bins — Four large scrap metal bins were located outside and uncovered. These bins appeared to be in good condition. Trash Dumpster — One large trash dumpster was located outside and uncovered. No corrosion was observed around the base of the dumpster and it appeared to be in good condition. Drill House and Saw House -- Two drill houses and two saw houses are located outside the main shop building. Conveyor belts are located around the houses that aid in the transport of steel beams. The area is located on a concrete pad with an evaporation trench drain that collects runoff from the area. Oil and metal particles are allowed to enter the trench drain. Facility staff commented that the trench drains did not discharge anywhere, the drains are never cleaned out, and stormwater evaporates from the drains. The SPPP Site Plan indicated a connection of the storm drain system to the trench drains. After the inspection, facility staff verified the connection. The permittee shall investigate methods to reduce stormwater contamination from this area of the facility including removal of the connection between the trench drains and the stormwater system. The permittee shall monitor this additional outfall as per the requirements of the permit. Page: 2 Permit: NCG030181 Owner - Facility: Southern Steel Company LLC - Southern Steel Company LLC Inspection Date: 05/23/08 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine Industrial OoerationslCity of Charlotte Stormwater Ordinance Review (cont.): Wash Bay - This enclosed wash bay is no longer in use but mop water was observed in the area. The associated oil/water separator and oil skimmer are also no longer in use. This area appeared to be in good condition. Blasting Grit - Used blasting grit, also known as "shot" was observed on the ground near the Outfall 2 access gate. The used shot contained iron debris. Facility personnel commented that the company policy is to haul off used blasting grit in the trash dumpster and that the spilled material will be removed. The permittee should ensure proper containment and disposal of all spills. Hazardous Waste Storage Shed - This storage shed is covered and open on one side. The shed is located on a concrete pad with a concrete containment structure built into the building. During the inspection, eight 55-gallon barrels of waste paint were observed in the storage shed. Palmetto Environmental collects and disposes of the hazardous waste. This area appeared to be in good condition. Dust collector -- A dust collector for the Plasma Punch Machine is located outside in a covered area along the northern side of the shop building. During the inspection red dust material was observed on the wall and ground in this area. A storm drain catch basin that discharges to Outfall 2 is located within 10 feet of the dust collector. Red staining was observed on the catch basin. Facility personnel commented that the release of dust from the collector was due to operator error and more attention will be used to prevent discharges of particulate material. The permittee should implement best management practices as needed to ensure proper containment and disposal of all particulate materials generated on site. Diesel Fueling Area - Two off -road diesel fueling pumps are located outside on a concrete pad, exposed to Stormwater. A spill kit is located accessible inside.the shop building. This area appeared to be in good condition. Diesel Tank - One 2,000-gallon diesel tank is located outside and exposed to stormwater. The tank is double walled and located on a concrete pad. During the inspection this tank was empty and not in service. The 2,000-gallon tank will replace the older 10,000-gallon diesel tank. Staff explained that they have a storm drain cover in the event there is a fuel spill in this area. This tank appeared to be in good condition. Forklifts - Forklifts are maintained and repaired as needed, either inside the shop building or outdoors. Staining was observed on the ground around the new paint storage shed and diesel tank. Facility personnel explained that the stains were from leaking forklifts. The permittee should ensure proper containment and clean up of all spills. New Paint Storage Shed - This shed is covered and opened on one side with a concrete containment structure built into the shed. New containers of paint were stored on pallets inside the shed. This area appeared to be in good condition. Paint Barrels - Three new 55-gallon barrels of paint were observed outside on a gravel surface. Facility personnel explained that the barrels had just been delivered and will be stored inside the new paint storage shed. The barrels appeared to be in good condition. Page: 3 Permit: NCG030181 Owner — Facility: Southern Steel Company LLC - Southern Steel Company LLC Inspection Date: 05/23/08 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine Industrial Operations/City of Charlotte Stormwater Ordinance Review (cont.): Shop Building — Steel beams are blasted, primed, painted, welded, and burned (plasma cutting) inside the shop building. There are no floor drains located inside the building and the floors are cleaned by sweeping. Barrels were located on spill carts in waste disposal areas. Used paint cans are drained, dried, and crushed. Oil Storage Area -- Oils and spill kits are located in this area inside the shop building. Seven 55-gallon barrels of hydraulic oil, motor oil, and antifreeze were located on a rack above a steel containment structure. Six 55-gallon barrels of waste oil were located on pallets or in a steel containment structure in this area. One 55-gallon barrel of gear oil was located inside a steel containment structure. This area appeared to be in good condition. Diesel Tank — One 10,000-gallon diesel tank is located outside and exposed to stormwater. The tank is located within a concrete containment structure. Two stormwater release valves are located in the containment structure. Both valves were locked shut during the inspection. A supply line pump is located within the concrete containment structure. During the inspection heavy oil staining was observed on the concrete around the pump. Secondary containment stormwater release records indicate a history of an oily sheen inside the containment structure. Facility staff explained they are in the process of installing a new diesel tank. Upon installation of the new 2,000-gallon double -walled tank the 10,000- gallon tank will be removed. Facility personnel stated that absorbent pads have been used to remove the oil sheen from the stormwater released from the containment structure before release. Permit and Outfalls (cont� Outfall 2 -- This outfall receives stormwater runoff from the eastern side of the facility along the shop building. The outfall is located along a channelized tributary located on the property. Due to the tributary, standing water was observed at the outfall. The outfall was approximately 65% blocked by a fallen tree and sediment. The water was red in color and a ferrous bacteria sheen was observed on the surface of the water. No odor was observed. Red iron dust was observed around the storm drain catch basin near the dust collector for the plasma punch machine. It was determined this was the source for the discolored water at the outfall. The facility should perform proper maintenance of storm drain outfalls and limit the impact of industrial activities on stormwater discharges. Out€all 3 — A grassed swale is located along the length of the eastern side of the facility. This outfall receives stormwater runoff from the eastern side of the facility between the shop building and the chain link fence. The primary use of this area is staging of the flat bed trailers loaded with finished steel beams awaiting delivery. The swale joins into the channelized tributary on the property, beyond the chain link fence. Facility personnel noted that they are not currently conducting analytical sampling for the grassed swale outfall. The permittee will re-evaluate the industrial usage in the drainage area. Page: 4 Permit: NCGO30181 Owner - Facility: Southern Steel Comapny LLC Inspection Date: 05/2312008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Does the site have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan? # Does the Plan include a General Location (USGS) map? # Does the Plan include a "Narrative Description of Practices"? # Does the Plan include a detailed site map including outfail locations and drainage areas? # Does the Plan include a list of significant spills occurring during the past 3 years? # Has the facility evaluated feasible alternatives to current practices? # Does the facility provide all necessary secondary containment? # Does the Plan include a BMP summary? # Does the Plan include a Spill Prevention and Response Plan (SPRP)? # Does the Plan include a Preventative Maintenance and Good Housekeeping Plan? # Does the facility provide and document Employee Training? # Does the Plan include a 4ist of Responsible Party(s)? # Is the Plan reviewed and updated annually? # Does the Plan include a Stormwater Facility Inspection Program? Has the Stormwater Poilution Prevention Plan been implemented? Reason for Visit: Routine Comment: The SPPP contained a general location map but it did not include accurate latitude and longitude coordinates for points of discharge. The 2004 section of the SPPP notes that no spills have occurred in the past three years. As per the new general permit issued in November of 2007 the spill section of the SPPP must be updated annually (Part II, Section A, Item #7). The permittee started documenting the releases of stormwater from secondary containment structures on June 4, 2007. Qualitative Monitoring Has the facility conducted its Qualitative Monitoring semi-annually? Comment: The permittee has completed the semi-annual qualitative monitoring at Outfall 001 and 002. Analytical Monitoring Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring? # Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring from Vehicle Maintenance areas? Yes No NA NE ■r�r�n ■000 ■000 ■❑00 n■nn ■❑❑n ■n❑n ■nnn ■nnn ■ 0 0 0 ■nnn ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ ■❑nn ■❑nn ■0ln❑ Yes No NA NE ■nnn Yes No NA NE ■❑ran ❑n❑■ Page:5 Permit: NCG030181 Owner - Facility: Southern Steel Comapny LLC Inspection Date: 05123/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine Comment: The permittee has conducted annual analytical monitoring at Outfalls 001 and 002 since 2004. All of the monitored parameters were below the cut-off concentrations except for the TSS concentrations at Outfall 002 in 2004 and 2005 (280 mg/L and 110 mg/L respectively). A grassed Swale is located on the eastern side of the facility. Analytical monitoring has not been conducted at this stormwater discharge point. Facility staff commented that the drainage area had not received stormwater from industrial activities in the past and stormwater runoff had not been observed in the Swale. The permittee will re-evaluate the industrial usage in the drainage area. A second storm drain outfall pipe was observed adjacent to Outfall 001 and the facility site plan notes the second outfall as a separate storm drain system. However, analytical monitoring has not been conducted at this storm drain. Permit and Outfalis Yes No NA NE # Is a copy of the Permit and the Certificate of Coverage available at the site? Q ❑ 0 # Were all cutfalls observed during the inspection? ❑ Q # If the facility has representative outfali status, is it properly documented by the Division? Q [I ❑ 0 # Has the facility evaluated all illicit (non stormwater) discharges? ■ 0 ❑ 0 Comment: The stormwater outfalls were last evaluated for illicit discharges in 2003. As per the general permit issued in November 2007 an illicit discharge evaluation must be completed annually (Part II, Section A, Item #7). Outfall 1 — receives stormwater runoff from the western and southern portions of the facility. Two separate outfalls are present in this area, which are located along a channelized tributary located on the property. Due to the tributary, standing water was observed at both outfalls. The water was clear with a minor oily sheen. After the inspection, it was discovered that the trench drain system is connected to the stormwater drainage system. The permittee shall investigate methods to reduce stormwater contamination from this area of the facility including removal of the connection between the trench drains and the stormwater system. The permittee shall monitor this additional outfall as per the requirements of the permit. This section continued in the Summary section of the repor Page: 6 Us Souther h July 17, 2008 Mr. Bradley Bennett Stormwater Permit Unit North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 SUBJECT: Representative Outfall Status Request by Southern Steel Company, I.ILC, Sam Neely Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, Certificate of Coverage Number NCG030181 Dear Mr. Bennett: Southern Steel Company, LLC, requests that the Stormwater Permit Unit allow for (1) sampling of Outfall 001 to be considered representative of Outfall 004 and (2) sampling of Outfall 002 to be considered representative of Outfall 003. The background and basis for this request is provided by the accompanying report. Should you have any questions regarding this request, please contact Guy Lee, our consultant, at (828) 241-3417. Respectfully requested, Mike Welsh Plant Manager MK/gl enclosure a-z., .T.SUL 2 1 2D0$ WAi7EFi OU 1N W^star Copy: Guy Lee, Guy Lee 1V, P.E., Catawba, North Carolina Joe Miner, Southern Steel Company, LLC, Charlotte, North Carolina -leather Sorenson, Mecklenburg County, Charlotte, North Carolina rA Beta International SOUTHERN STEEL • LYNCHBURG STEEL • CAROLINA REBAR 12933 Sam Neely Road • Charlotte, North Carolina, 28273 • Phone(704)399.8331 • Fax:(704)398-0018 • www.betainternational.com Certified by the American Institute of Steel Construction for Category I and 11 Steel Structures and for Sophisticated Paint and Complex Structures M