9239_Wendell_HHWPermitApplication_20160413_DIN 26588

PREPARED FOR: COUNTY OF WAKE
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION P.O. BOX 550 RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27602
WENDELL HHW SITE
WAKE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE (HHW)
PERMANENT COLLECTION FACILITY
PERMIT APPLICATION

AND OPERATIONS PLAN
CONTINGENCY PLAN
CLOSURE PLAN

MARCH 2016

PREPARED BY:
2211 WEST MEADOWVIEW ROAD SUITE 101 GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA 27407 PHONE: [phone] FAX: [phone]
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

A. OPERATIONS PLAN .........................................................................................................1
1.0 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................1
2.0 Site .......................................................................................................................................1 3.0 Operations ............................................................................................................................1 3.1 Hours of Operation ..............................................................................................................1
3.2 Acceptable Wastes ...............................................................................................................1
3.3 Waste Management Procedures ...........................................................................................2
3.3.1 Off-Loading ......................................................................................................... 2 3.3.2 Secondary Containment ....................................................................................... 2 3.3 Unknown Wastes ................................................................................................. 2
3.3.4 Unusual/Difficult Wastes ..................................................................................... 2
3.3.5 Segregation/Packing ............................................................................................ 3
3.3.6 Containers ............................................................................................................ 3 3.3.7 Abandoned Containers ......................................................................................... 3 3.3.8 Bulking or Blending ............................................................................................. 3
3.3.9 Empty Containers................................................................................................. 4
3.3.10 Management of Ignitable or Reactive Waste ....................................................... 4
3.3.11 Storage ................................................................................................................. 4 3.3.12 Past Experience .................................................................................................... 4 3.3.13 Latex Paint Waste Processing Procedures ........................................................... 5
3.4 Security ................................................................................................................................5
3.5 Preparedness and Prevention ...............................................................................................5
3.6 Emergency Procedures.........................................................................................................6 3.7 Personnel Training ...............................................................................................................7 3.8 Inspections ...........................................................................................................................7
3.9 Recordkeeping and Container Labeling Procedures ............................................................7
3.10 Transportation ................................................................................................................8
B. CONTINGENCY PLAN .....................................................................................................9 1.0 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................9 1.1 Emergency Contacts ............................................................................................................9
1.2 Emergency Procedures.........................................................................................................9
1.3 Evacuation..........................................................................................................................10
1.4 Facility Emergency Equipment..........................................................................................10 1.5 List of Waste Materials and Associated Hazards ..............................................................11 C. CLOSURE PLAN ..............................................................................................................12

DRAWINGS
Drawing C- 01 Proposed Site Plan Drawing C-02 Grading Plan
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued) FIGURES Figure No. 1 – Storage Building Figure No. 2 – Location of Emergency Medical Facility APPENDICES Appendix 1 - ECOFLO Operations Manual Appendix 2 - DOT Hazard Classes Appendix 3 - Incident Report Form Appendix 4 - Inspection Form Appendix 5 - ECOFLO Transportation Contingency Plan Appendix 6 - HHW Recycling, Treatment or Disposal Destinations Appendix 7 - Section .1800 Draft Rules
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A. OPERATIONS PLAN
1.0 Introduction
This plan describes the normal operating procedures for the Wake County Permanent Household
Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Facility located at 5051 Wendell Boulevard, Wendell,
North Carolina 27591. Additional procedures for emergency situations are contained in Section
B. Contingency Plan.
The County contracts the HHW collections to a licensed HHW management Contractor. The
North Carolina Department of Environment Quality (NCDEQ) Division of Waste Management
has proposed Section.1800 rules to the Solid Waste Management Regulations outlining the
requirements for the establishment and operation of facilities that collect and store household
hazardous waste and hazardous wastes from conditionally exempt small quantity generators.
This document is submitted with Application for a HHW Identification Number for the Wake
County Permanent HHW Collection Facility at the Wendell Convenience Center Site 11. This
Operations Plan provides a concise account of compliance with the .1800 Proposed Rules. The
North Carolina proposed Section .1800 rules for household and conditionally exempt small quantity generators hazardous waste collection facilities are included at the end of this
Operations Plan in Appendix 7. The specifics of the operational procedure used by the HHW
management Contractor are provided in Appendix 1.

2.0 Site
The Wendell HHW facility proposed site and grading plans are included as Drawing C- 01 and
C-02. The HHW facility is operated in conjunction with the County’s solid waste collection
convenience center No. 11 and is located on the County property off Wendell Blvd HWY 64.
The existing facility is not located in: 1) a wetland (as defined in the Clean Water Act, Section 404(b)); 2) within the 100-year floodplain; or 3) in a habitat determined to be critical to the
continued existence of any endangered species identified in 50 CFR Part 17. A 50-foot
minimum buffer between all property lines and the facility is maintained.

3.0 Operations The Operations Plan presented on the following pages was prepared in accordance with Section
.1805 of the Rules. This manual is to be kept at the facility at all times.

3.1 Hours of Operation
The facility will be open for receipt of Household Hazardous Waste on Saturdays from 8:00 am
to 4:00 pm. The facility will be closed if a Saturday is on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. Hours and days of operation may be expanded depending on amount of participation and the
County's ability to finance the collection events. The facility's days and hours of operation are
clearly posted at the entrances.

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3.2 Acceptable Wastes
Only hazardous wastes from households or conditionally-exempt small quantity generators will
be accepted at this facility. Businesses needing to dispose of hazardous wastes will be referred to vendors who offer “milk run” programs for picking up wastes at business locations.

3.3 Waste Management Procedures

The facility and management practices are designed and maintained to minimize the release of HHW or constituents to the environment (air, land or surface water), and to prevent fires or
explosions. The licensed Household Hazardous Waste Contractor will follow its own operating
procedures which are included in Appendix 1. The guidelines presented below in sections 3.3.1
thru 3.3.10 cover the basics for the Waste Management Procedures to be used at this facility.
3.3.1 Off-Loading

HHW containers will be visually inspected for content prior to removal from the vehicle.
Contents within non-labelled containers will be identified through questioning of the vehicle
operator or occupants. HHW that is accepted will be removed from the vehicle and placed on segregation tables by Contractor personnel.

3.3.2 Secondary Containment

Excluding the unloading area, the facility shall manage HHW within secondary containment. The storage areas are lined with concrete, and thus impervious to the stored HHW. The concrete
floors will be maintained in good condition and free of cracks or gaps. The HHW storage and
processing area is located under a large metal canopy roof to preclude any contact with
precipitation. The size of the largest storage container, or ten percent of the total HHW stored,
shall not be a quantity greater than the storage capacity of the sump (Grading Plan C-02). Sump will be pumped as needed to prevent overflow. The pour-off area will use protective covering
(such as poly sheeting) and absorbents (such as speedi-dry) to contain any spilled HHW.

3.3 Unknown Wastes
Limited chemical analyses such as oxidizer, pH, and water reactivity testing will be performed to
determine the properties of any unknown waste so that it can be handled safely. In the event that
a large quantity of unknown waste is received, laboratory analysis may be performed on a
sample for identification.
3.3.4 Unusual/Difficult Wastes

Certain types of waste which require handling in a way that is outside the scope of normal
operating procedures may arrive for disposal. These wastes may include polychlorinated
biphenols (PCBs), explosives, radioactive materials, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, electrical equipment, and asbestos (except as contained in roofing tar). The County and/or HHW
Contractor may set aside such materials temporarily and call in the necessary specialists to
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properly dispose of the material. Alternatively, if the County and/or HHW Contractor cannot
feasibly manage/coordinate the proper disposal of the material, they will advise the person with
the unacceptable waste of an appropriate disposal alternative.
3.3.5 Segregation/Packing

As wastes are received, Contractor personnel will perform initial waste identification and
segregation. Onsite chemical analysis will be conducted to determine the properties of any
unknown wastes. For any necessary laboratory packing, wastes will first be segregated according to DOT hazard class (Appendix 2), then by chemical compatibility, and finally by the
acceptance criteria of specific waste recycling, treatment, or disposal facilities. Laboratory
packing of materials will occur on the same day as collection, provided that time is available and
adequate quantities of compatible materials are present. Otherwise, materials will be labeled and
safely stored until the next scheduled collection event. Partially filled (packed) containers may remain onsite until adequate amounts are collected and properly packaged for transport.

3.3.6 Containers

All containers used to hold HHW will be maintained in good condition. The containers will have a lining that is compatible (non-reactive) with the waste stored in them. Any containers
containing HHW may not be opened, handled, or stored in a manner that may rupture the
container or cause a leak. Any container that previously held waste that is incompatible with the
new waste to be put in it will be washed prior to use. For both laboratory pack and bulk
packaging, all containers will be of the Department of Transportation (DOT) specification, type, and size most appropriate for the specific waste type and planned treatment or disposal method.
Wastes will be packed in either fiber, plastic, or steel containers of open or closed-head types, in
sizes ranging from 5-gallon pails to 85 gallon overpacks. Spill absorbent material will be used to
surround inner containers, prevent breakage, absorb any leaking materials and prevent release
from the outer shipping container. Containers will be handled carefully so as to prevent rupture or leakage. The containers will remain closed throughout storage except if, and when, waste
addition is necessary. All containers will be labeled throughout the entire storage period with
their contents and the date of collection.

3.3.7 Abandoned Containers
Materials and wastes that are left at the facility outside of normal operating hours will be
temporarily stored under a canopy by the storage building. This area is part of the facility and is
only accessible by authorized personnel. The total quantity that generally accumulates in this
area between collection events is minimal. The waste that is kept in this area is managed along with all incoming wastes on collection days.

3.3.8 Bulking or Blending

All bulking or blending activities will be performed by trained staff, knowledgeable in the
chemistry of HHW. As previously stated, all unknown wastes will be analyzed prior to handling. Acceptable equipment will be used for analyses of compatibility, which include “bucket testing”
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and pH/oxidizer testing. No wastes will be combined without knowledge of compatibility. See
Section 3.6 for Emergency Procedures.

3.3.9 Empty Containers
Empty containers generated during the bulking of compatible waste materials will be managed in
accordance with County and facility regulation.

Care will be taken to assure that containers are considered empty and completely drained. In the event that residual will not pour from a container, the container will be managed as a regulated
container.

3.3.10 Management of Ignitable or Reactive Waste
Wastes that could potentially react with other HHW stored at the facility will be separated from
those materials by means such as a dike, berm or wall. The storage of ignitable or reactive waste
(as well as the blended waste) will be conducted so that it does not:

1. Generate extreme heat, pressure, fire, explosion or violent reaction; 2. Produce uncontrolled toxic mists, fumes, dusts or gases in sufficient quantities to threaten
public health or the environment;
3. Damage the structural integrity of the device or facility containing the waste; or
4. Threaten public health or the environment.
“No Smoking” signs shall be placed at the areas of ignitable or reactive waste.

3.3.11 Storage

All HHW will be stored in appropriate containers (see Section 3.3.6). A facility that collects household hazardous waste may not store the waste for longer than one year from date of
acceptance. Full containers will be removed periodically.

The facility has an enclosed, roofed storage area that is accessible only to authorized personnel.
A facility that collects HHW shall demonstrate its ability to safely store accepted waste. The Division of Solid Waste will determine whether the collection site contains adequate precautions
based on the maximum permitted quantity of waste. Adequate aisle space in the storage areas
shall be maintained to allow for the unobstructed movement of personnel, fire protection
equipment, spill control equipment, and decontamination equipment to any area of the facility
operation in an emergency.
3.3.12 Past Experience
In the past the Wendell convenience center has not collected HHW. The HHW collection at the
Wendell site is modeled from the South Wake HHW collection center to handle the expected
capacities. The average monthly amount of HHW received at the South Wake HHW facility in
FY2013-14 was 41,052 lbs. The monthly range for HHW collected in FY2013-14 was from
13,994 lbs. to 70,223 lbs. In comparison, collection data from the North Wake HHW facility in
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FY2013-14 the average monthly amount of HHW was 55,497 lbs. The monthly range for HHW
collected in FY2013-14 was from 17,649 lbs. to 82,600 lbs. During FY2013-14 both North and
South Wake facilities were open for collection six days per week.
3.3.13 Latex Paint Waste Processing Procedures

Latex paint may be reused by the County as an additive in alternate daily cover (ADC), such as
Posi-Shell, at the active landfill facility (South Wake Landfill). A paint screening procedure will
be followed to segregate latex from oil base paint.
The facility accepts latex and oil based paint from the County residents. To ensure that only
latex paint is reused as ADC additive, Contractor personnel sort paint by product label (i.e., latex
or oil based paint). When sorting paint, if there is no label on the paint can, it is placed with oil
base paints. Latex paint segregated for ADC application is separated from paint debris and hardened solids.

A review of several manufacturer latex paint ingredients from MSDS sheets shows 0-5% Barium
Metaborate Monohydrate and Barium Sulfate. The Barium concentrations for these compounds
are not required to be reported on the SARA 313 report for the EPA. The HHW Contractor does not currently screen for heavy metals (Formaldehyde or Styrene) in latex paints.

3.4 Security

This facility is surrounded by an 8-foot fence around perimeter, and a 6-foot high fence and gates separating the Multi-Material Recycling Facility and HHW from Convenience Center shown on
Proposed Site Plan C-01. Locked gates restrict after hours entry into the facility area.
Additionally, the HHW collection building will be locked when not in use, and signs “Danger -
Unauthorized Personnel Keep Out” will be posted at the storage building entrances. The sign
shall be legible from a distance of at least 25 feet. 3.5 Preparedness and Prevention
The following equipment is present at the facility: telephone, internal communication system, portable fire extinguishers, fire control equipment (overhead fire suppression), facility alarm,
spill control equipment, and decontamination equipment. The equipment will be tested and
maintained according to manufacturer’s recommendations to ensure proper operation at all times.
Emergency response service has been arranged with the Wendell Fire Department and the County’s Hazardous Waste Management Team (HAZMAT). At all times when the facility is in
operation there shall be at least one person present with the responsibility of coordinating all
emergency response measures. When the facility is not in operation an emergency coordinator
will be on call. The facility emergency coordinator shall be thoroughly familiar with the facility
and the Contingency Plan, Section B, and capable of carrying out the plan. Emergency Contact Information is provided in Section B, Contingency Plan.

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3.6 Emergency Procedures
In the event that the facility has, or there is an imminent threat that the facility may have, a
release of HHW, a fire, explosion or other emergency which has the potential for damaging public health or the environment, on-site personnel will activate the facility alarm and notify
other personnel and customers of an imminent or actual emergency. Emergency responders will
be notified of the situation using the County’s 911 phone system. Emergency Eyewash and other
Equipment are listed in Section B. Contingency Plan subsection 1.4.
The area will be secured immediately to prevent unauthorized entry into the area. The character,
source, amount, and areal extent of any released materials will be determined. Possible hazards
to public health or the environment that may result from the release will be assessed. All
reasonable measures necessary to contain the release will be taken. All reasonable measures
necessary to ensure that fires, explosions, and discharges do not occur, recur, or spread to other waste at the facility. The situation will be observed for changing conditions such as leaks,
pressure buildup, and gas generation or rupture in valves. Personnel should be prepared to
inform the emergency responders of the types of HHW involved and any special reactivity
concerns (i.e. reactions to chemical or water suppression).
The Contractor will provide for treatment, storing or disposing of recovered waste, contaminated
soil, surface water, or any other material that results from the event, immediately after the
emergency. Facility personnel will ensure that all emergency equipment is clean and fit for its
intended use before operations are resumed. The NCDEQ and local authorities will be notified
of the situation within 24 hours of the emergency event. The time, date and details of the incident will be noted in the operating record. An Incident Report (see Appendix 3) will be
submitted to NCDEQ within 15 days of the incident and will include the following:

• Name, address, and telephone number of the owner and operator;
• Name, address, and telephone number of the facility;
• Date, time, and type of incident;
• Name and quantity of materials involved;
• Extent of damages and/or injuries;
• An assessment of actual or potential hazards to public health or the environment;
• Estimated quantity and disposition of recovered material that resulted from the incident;
• A narrative describing the known or suspected causes of the incident and a statement
describing the measures which have been or shall be taken to prevent similar incidents in
the future;
• Any amendments to the Contingency Plan; and
• A plan sheet sketch or other data which demonstrates compliance with buffer zone
requirements.

Upon cleanup completion, the owner or operator shall notify the Division and the appropriate local authorities that the facility has completed cleanup procedures and all emergency equipment
listed in the Contingency Plan is clean and fit for its intended use before operations resume.

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Refer to Contingency Plan in Section B and ECOFLO Transportation Contingency Plan in
Appendix 5 for more details.

3.7 Personnel Training
The HHW collection facility will be staffed by trained, qualified personnel under the leadership
of the Contractor’s Project Supervisor. All contract personnel will receive instruction on
hazardous waste management procedures relevant to the positions in which they are employed,
including Contingency Plan implementation. Training will be designed to ensure that facility personnel are able to effectively respond to emergencies by familiarizing them with emergency
procedures, equipment, and systems including:

• Procedures for using and inspecting, repairing and replacing facility emergency and monitoring equipment;
• Communications and alarm systems;
• Appropriate response to fires and explosions;
• Appropriate response to spills and leaks; and
• Shutdown of operations.

Personnel assigned to the facility shall successfully complete the program required prior to their
assignment to the facility and shall receive an annual review of their required training. The HHW collection Contractor will provide training to its own work forces as appropriate for the
level of service required for each job function.

3.8 Inspections
Wake County or its authorized designee will inspect the HHW facility storage area on a weekly
basis when materials are stored on-site, for leaks or signs of container deterioration caused by
corrosion or other factors. A site Inspection Form is included in Appendix 4 and will be kept on
the facility operating record.
3.9 Recordkeeping and Container Labeling Procedures
Wake County will keep a written operating record at the HHW facility. The following
information will be recorded and maintained in the operating record for the life of the facility:

• Collection event forms with information on the type of waste received including common
name, hazardous waste number if applicable, physical form, and quantity;
• Summary reports and details of all incidents that required the implementation of the contingency plan;
• Records and results of waste analysis performed;
• Incident Report Forms, Site Inspection Forms
• NCDEQ Identification numbers and hazardous material licenses;
• Copies of receipts issued to conditionally exempt small quantity generators for hazardous
wastes received;
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• Documentation of employee training including date, name of participant, name and
qualifications of instructor, and topics covered.
All records, including plans required under Section .1800, will be furnished upon request and made available at reasonable times for inspection by NCDEQ. The retention period for all
records may be extended by written request from NCDEQ.

An annual report will be submitted to NCDEQ on HHW collected, disposed of, and recycled. Any HHW container placed for storage will be properly labeled if not in the original container.
All containers will be marked with date of receipt.

3.10 Transportation Any person or company that transports HHW from this collection facility to a licensed, permitted
or approved hazardous waste treatment, storage, disposal, or recycling facility will use a
hazardous waste transporter with an EPA identification number and all applicable DOT
hazardous material licenses. Packaging, labeling, marking, preparation, and transportation shall be in accordance with DOT 49 CFR Part 172-180. Copies of all required identification numbers and hazardous material licenses will be maintained in the operating records.

A table of facilities handling and processing the collected HHW for recycling, treatment, or
disposal is located in Appendix 6.
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B. CONTINGENCY PLAN
1.0 Introduction
The site plan for Wendell HHW collection center is shown on Drawing C-01. Operations of the
facility will be contained to the area surrounding the HHW storage building.

1.1 Emergency Contacts
In the event that there is an imminent threat that the facility may have a discharge of HHW, a
fire, explosion, or other emergency which has the potential for damaging public health or the
environment, immediately activate the facility alarm and contact the primary and/or secondary
emergency coordinators.
Primary Emergency Contact
Mr. Lowell Shaw, Solid Waste Facilities Manager
P.O. Box 550
Raleigh, NC 27602
Office # 919-856-6432 Cell # 919-291-7324
Secondary Emergency Contacts

Mr. John Roberson, Solid Waste Management Director
P.O. Box 550 Raleigh, NC 27602 Office # 919-856-6365 Cell# 919-612-9687

911 Emergency Response Services
Fire Department
HAZMAT

Ambulance Service Police Department

1.2 Emergency Procedures
In the event that a facility has, or there is an imminent threat that the facility may have, a discharge of household hazardous waste, a fire, explosion, or other emergency which has the
potential for damaging public health or the environment, the facility’s emergency coordinator
shall: 1. Activate the facility alarm and notify other personnel and customers of an imminent or
actual emergency.
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2. Notify appropriate authorities and emergency responders of the situation using the
County’s 911 phone system.
3. Secure the area immediately to prevent unauthorized entry into the area.
4. Immediately identify the character, source, amount, and areal extent of any discharged materials and assess the possible hazards to public health or the environment that may
result from the discharge.
5. Take all reasonable measures necessary to contain the discharge.
6. Assess possible hazards to public health or the environment that may result from the
discharge, fire, or explosion. 7. Take all reasonable measures to ensure that fires, explosions, and discharges do not
occur, recur or spread to other wastes at the facility.
8. Be prepared to inform the emergency responders of the types of HHW involved in any
special reactivity concerns (i.e. reactions to chemical or water suppression).
9. Monitor for leaks, pressure buildup, gas generation or rupture in valves, pipes, containers or other equipment, where appropriate, if the facility stops operation in response to a fire,
explosion or discharge.
10. Provide for treatment, storage or disposing of recovered waste, contaminated soil, surface
water, or any other material that results from the event, immediately.
11. Ensure that all emergency equipment is clean and fit for its intended use before operations are resumed. Notify the Wake County Contact and the NCDEQ of the
situation within 24 hours of the emergency event.
12. Complete the Incident Report Form (Appendix 3) and submit to Wake County and
NCDEQ within 15 days of the incident
1.3 Evacuation
If a spill or leak is of such magnitude that containment or control of the spill is impractical;
employees should be evacuated immediately and facility operations shutdown. In the event that
medical help is needed, the route to an emergency medical facility is shown in Figure 2.
Community Family Medicine 2469 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, NC 27591, Tel: [phone]

Facility operations shutdown employee procedures:
1. Shut down equipment that, if allowed to run, may create a hazard or cause damage if left unattended;
2. Leave in an orderly manner and meet at a designated location; and,
3. Remain in the meeting area until an “all clear” is signaled or until directed by authorities
to leave the area.
1.4 Facility Emergency Equipment
The facility consists of a fully enclosed metal structure for HHW storage, and areas for unloading, pour-off, and temporary storage. The metal storage building is protected by an
overhead fire suppression system. Emergency Equipment includes Alarm, Telephone, Fire
Extinguishers, Spill Control/Decontamination Equipment, Eye wash and shower outside the
storage enclosure, and First Aid Kit.

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1.5 List of Waste Materials and Associated Hazards
Waste Hazard(s)
Latex paint contamination of ground/surface waters
Oil based paint heavy metal contamination of ground/surface waters,
flammable
Paint thinner highly flammable, toxic
Motor oil heavy metal contamination of ground/surface waters
Pesticides, herbicides toxic, can be flammable
Aerosols can be flammable, explosive, poisonous
Cleaners, polishes toxic
Fluorescent light tubes toxic
Freon toxic
Mercury debris toxic
Alkaline batteries toxic
Lithium batteries toxic
Ni-Cad batteries toxic
Lead Acid batteries acid can burn skin, lead can contminate water sources
A copy of the Contingency Plan and all revisions of the plan shall be kept at the facility and sent
to all local police departments, fire departments, hospitals, and emergency response teams. The
plan shall be reviewed and amended, if necessary, whenever:
1. The facility determines revisions are needed;
2. The contingency plan fails in an emergency;
3. The facility changes its design, construction, operation, maintenance or other
circumstances in a way that increases the potential for fire, explosion or discharge of household hazardous waste or their constituents, or changes the response necessary in an
emergency;
4. The list of emergency coordinators changes, or;
5. The list of emergency equipment changes.
Facility and Contractor Personnel shall be made familiar with all emergency procedures,
equipment and systems contained in the Contingency Plan.

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C. CLOSURE PLAN
Wake County at the time of permanent closure of the HHW facility will remove all HHW and
their residues from the storage building and containment system. Remaining liners, bases, soil, related equipment or structures containing or contaminated with HHW or their residues will be
decontaminated or removed and will be managed and disposed of appropriately.

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Appendices

Appendix 1
ECOFLO HHW Operational Manual
HHW Operational Manual
General Procedures for the safe operation of Household
Hazardous Waste centers and collection events
A. Off Loading
B. Secondary Containment
C. Unknown Waste
D. Unacceptable Waste
E. Segregation and Packaging of Materials
F. Storage Container Standards
G. Abandoned Materials
H. Bulking and Blending
I. Empty Containers
J. Storage
K. Preparedness and Prevention
L. Emergencies
M. Personnel Training
N. Record Keeping
O. Container Labeling
P. Safe Transportation
A. Off Loading
HHW Collection Facilities are primarily intended to serve the residents who live within
the County. Any wastes brought to the facility from households outside of the county
will be considered for acceptance on a case-by-case basis based on County guidance.
Records will be kept concerning any such wastes, and these records will contain
information on the types and quantities of wastes, their origin, and the decision regarding
acceptance or rejection.
Unless requested by County or required under contract, only household wastes will be
accepted at the HHW collection facility. Each time the collection facilities are open,
local contractor personnel will check for proof of residency and conduct a brief survey.
The survey is designed to determine the types, quantities, and sources of each user’s
wastes.
Screening and Collection of Wastes
The user will drive onto the paved receiving apron where wastes can be safely removed
from the vehicle. Once eligibility has been established as described above, contractor
personnel will check the wastes and remove them from the vehicles. The occupants of
the vehicle will be asked to remain in the vehicle; if it is necessary to unlock the trunk for
removal of wastes, contractor personnel will request the keys and accomplish this task.
Contractor personnel will maintain safe operations by immediately dealing with any
leaking, damaged, unlabeled, or potentially shock sensitive or explosive materials.
Because of difficulties in handling a few specific types of wastes (including explosives,
radioactive material, biologically active or infectious waste, and asbestos), educational
efforts will actively discourage users from bringing these materials. However, in the
event that a misinformed citizen brings such wastes to the facility, local government
representatives will be consulted as to alternates to avoid improper disposal. The
decision regarding these wastes will be based upon established policies as well as the
specific details of each case and also any advice from contractor personnel. As
necessary, the transportation and disposal contractor will help find specialized vendors to
remove any such wastes for treatment or disposal.
B. Secondary Containment
Storage Building Specifications
Permanent HHW Collection Facilities are designed and constructed to ensure safe and
efficient operation. As required for proper safety and environmental protection, the
structures are:
1. designed to contain leaks and spills;
2. covered to exclude rain water;
3. secured to control access; and
4. constructed in accordance with all applicable National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA) codes.
Fixed HHW collection facilities typcially consist of a single storage building with an
attached paved receiving apron.
Collection Events
During the accumulation of HHW during collection events, every effort will be made to
identify those items that are leaking or susceptible to leaking prior to removal from the
vehicle. However, it is inevitable that containers will leak during the time from off
loading until packaging. To prevent the spills associated with leaking containers,
ECOFLO utilizes rolling carts with containment trays as primary method of moving
containers from the vehicle to the segregation and packaging area.
In addition, overpack containers will be available in the event that drums received or
poured up during an event begin to leak. All transportation vehicles are stocked with
suitable overpack containers as well.
C. Unknown Waste
ECOFLO’s trained Chemists and Technicians will remove acceptable household
hazardous wastes from vehicles. Unacceptable materials will not be removed from
vehicles. Classification of wastes will be performed using data obtained by the Chemists
and Technicians. Typically, most waste can be identified and classified with
observations which include material labeling, type of containers, condition of containers,
physical characteristics, donor comments and donor responses to questions. If necessary,
simple analytical techniques will be used to identify unknowns. In extreme situations,
more detailed laboratory analysis can be arranged.
D. Unacceptable Waste
The following categories of wastes will not be acceptable:
•Radioactive wastes;
•Biologically active or infectious wastes
•Unknown cylinders; and
•Explosives.
ECOFLO will accept and provide pricing for or provide assistance in locating a suitable
contractor for any waste the County later decides to accept.
E. Segregation and Packaging of Materials
As the wastes are received, contractor personnel will perform initial waste identification
and segregation. Some materials that can be managed by the local government
representatives (such as latex paints, motor oil and other automotive fluids, and lead acid
and button batteries) may be segregated from the hazardous wastes at this time and
handled according to local government protocols.
Contractor personnel will conduct or directly supervise the packaging, document
preparation, and transportation of the hazardous wastes collected at the facilities. The
contractor will also arrange the recycling, treatment, or disposal of these wastes. Many
of the wastes will probably require lab packing. Lab packing of materials may occur on
the same day as collection activities, provided that time is available and adequate
quantities of compatible material are received. Otherwise, material will be safely stored
until the next scheduled work day. Additionally, partially filled (packed) containers may
remain onsite until adequate amounts are collected and properly packaged for
transportation.
If pumping, pouring, or bulking of wastes is required, grounding and explosion-proof
equipment will be used as needed. For both lab pack and bulk packaging, all containers
will be of the Department of Transportation (DOT) specification, type, and size most
appropriate for the specific waste type and planned treatment or disposal method. Wastes
will be packed in fiber, plastic, or steel containers of open or closed-head types, in sizes
ranging from 5-gallon pails to cubic yard boxes.
For any necessary lab packing, wastes will first be segregated according to DOT hazard
class, chemical compatibility and by the acceptance criteria of specific waste recycling,
treatment, or disposal facilities. Absorbent materials such as vermiculite or oil dry will
be used to surround inner containers, prevent breakage, absorb any leaking materials, and
prevent release from the outer (shipping) container. Each container will be recorded on
drum inventory forms, providing a complete record of the contents of any drum.
Whether lab pack or bulk, the filled drums will be closed, labeled, and marked in
accordance with DOT and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) shipping
requirements, and the proper information will be recorded on the manifest. The
generators notification and certification will also be prepared, as required under the land
ban regulations.
Regarding incompatible wastes, the following special provisions apply:
1. Incompatible wastes will not be placed in the same container;
2. Hazardous wastes will only be placed in new, unused containers or in containers
cleaned and reconditioned by a licensed manufacturer; and
3. A storage container holding a hazardous waste that is incompatible with any
waste or other materials stored in close proximity will be separated from them by
containment structures such as built-up curbs or will have secondary containment
such as drip pans constructed of steel or polyethylene.
As a general rule, the handling and storage of all hazardous wastes (especially any that
are ignitable, reactive, or incompatible) will be conducted so that it does not:
1. Generate extreme heat or pressure, fire of explosion, or violent reaction;
2. Produce uncontrolled toxic mists, fumes, dusts, or gases in sufficient quantities to
threaten human health;
3. Produce uncontrolled flammable fumes or gases in sufficient quantities to pose a
risk of fire or explosions;
4. Damage the structural integrity of the device of facilities containing the wastes; or
5. Threaten human health or the environment.
The procedures to comply with these provisions depend upon:
1. Proper identification of waste materials as they are received;
2. Segregated storage according to compatibility; and
3. No commingling or bulking of incompatible hazard classes.
PPE Guideline for Persons Segregating Waste from Vehicles
•safety glasses (with splash goggles or full-face shield when necessary);
•white Tyvek or apron;
•chemical-resistant safety shoes/boots;
•respirator (if required); and
•chemical-resistant inner gloves and leather outer gloves.
Please refer to Appendix HHW MCF’s for sample MCF’s and shipping labels.
F. Storage Container Standards
Appropriate containers fitting DOT specifications will always be used for storing wastes
at the HHW Collection Facilities and Events.
Contractor personnel preparing wastes for storage will only use containers that are
compatible with the wastes to be stored in them. Paints, paint related materials,
pesticides, alkaline batteries, small propane cylinders, cleaners and unconsolidated
aerosols will be packaged in cubic yard boxes or 55-gallon steel drums. Lab packs and
batteries will be packaged in one of the following types of containers:
•55 gallon steel drums
•30-gallon fiber drums
•5 gallon steel and plastic pails
•2 cubic feet fiber drums
G. Abandoned Materials
Abandoned containers will be identified as described in Section C above. Signage and
education will be utilized to prohibit the abandonment of materials at HHW collection
sites outside of the hours of operation.
H. Bulking and Blending
Provisions for Ignitable, Reactive, or Incompatible Wastes
Contractor personnel will use special precautions to protect ignitable or reactive wastes
from sources of ignition or reaction. These wastes will be segregated from other wastes
being stored in the collection facilities. Any ignitable or reactive wastes will be protected
from possible sources of ignition or reaction, including but not limited to: open flames,
hot surfaces, frictional or radiant heat, and spontaneous ignition (e.g., from heat-
producing chemical reactions).
Any tools used for equipment maintenance in areas containing ignitable wastes will be of
a non-sparking type. Maintenance activities such as welding or cutting, which potentially
could generate sparks or open flame, will be allowed only by special permission of the
contractor’s Project Supervisor or designee. This permission will be granted only after
the area has been inspected and tested for flammable vapors, and all ignitable or reactive
materials have been removed or protected.
Policy will prohibit smoking or open flame within or near the storage buildings. “No
Smoking” signs will be placed at the entrance to unloading and storage areas and will be
conspicuously placed wherever there is a direct hazard from ignitable or reactive wastes.
Areas in which ignitable materials are stored will require the use of explosion-proof
equipment and lighting. Proper grounding will be maintained in order to dissipate any
accumulation of static charges generated by the movement of hazardous liquids in
pouring or bulking operations.
I. Empty Containers
Empty containers generated during the bulking of compatible waste materials will be
managed in accordance with County and facility regulation. Containers for collection will
be coordinated with the local Solid Waste Authority.
Care will be taken to assure that containers are considered empty and fully drained. In the
event that residuals will not pour from a container, the container will be managed as a
regulated container.
J. Storage
Any HHW that is not transported offsite will be stored in permitted storage areas at the
County’s site with appropriate labeling to identify the contents, accumulation date and as
otherwise required by DOT for shipment. Full containers will normally be removed from
the collection site at the end of each operating day or as needed. All applicable Federal,
State and local regulations will be strictly followed. Safety concerns, space demands and
County expense will also be taken into consideration.
All containers holding accumulated HHW will be checked at least weekly to ensure that
they haven’t been stored more than 90 days or other deadlines as defined by the County.
These inspections, to be conducted by contractor personnel will be used to detect any
leaks or deterioration caused by corrosion or other factors. Results of these inspections
will be recorded. If a container holding HHW is found to be in poor condition or if it
begins to leak, contractor personnel will either transfer the wastes from the defective
container to one that is in good condition or overpack the container in a suitable salvage
drum.
Contractor personnel will also ensure that containers are kept closed during storage,
except when it is necessary to add or remove waste. Caution will be taken in the
movement of all containers to prevent them from being tipped over or punctured.
Furthermore, the containers will not be opened, handled, or stored in a manner which
may rupture them or cause them to leak.
K. Preparedness and Prevention
Operational/Emergency Equipment and Personal Protection Equipment
The HHW collection facilities will contain the necessary equipment for protecting
contractor personnel and local government representatives. The facilities will also
contain the equipment needed to implement the contingency plan and will be equipped
with an immediately available telephone from which emergency assistance could be
summoned. Internal communications will be carried out by voice as the most practical
method given the restricted size of the facilities. A hand-held, pressurized air horn will
also be available to signal an emergency situation.
Aisle space will be maintained to allow the unobstructed movement of personnel, fire
protection equipment, spill control equipment, and decontamination equipment to any
area of the facility in an emergency.
Other equipment to be kept at the facilities will include portable ABC dry chemical and
CO2 fire extinguishers, spill control equipment including clay and/or inert absorbents,
pads, booms, shovels, brooms, containers, and various commercial decontamination
solutions. Water is available at adequate volume and pressure to supply water hose
streams or foam producing equipment or automatic sprinklers or water spray systems.

Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) will be used as appropriate to protect contractor
personnel from spills, broken containers, and sharp objects. The level of PPE required
for particular tasks is described in the following examples:

Persons Removing Waste from Cars

• safety glasses with side shields;
• chemical-resistant gloves with outer leather or other puncture-resistant
gloves (optional); and
• safety shoes.

Persons Opening Containers and Bulking Waste

• chemical-resistant coveralls;
• safety glasses (with splash goggles or full-face shield when necessary);
• chemical-resistant safety boots;
• respirator with organic vapor cartridge and high-efficiency particulate air
filter if necessary (as determined according to the waste being handled);
and
• chemical-resistant inner gloves and outer puncture-resistant gloves.

Persons Segregating Waste from Vehicles

• safety glasses (with splash goggles or full-face shield when necessary);
• white Tyvek;
• chemical-resistant safety shoes/boots;
• respirator (as required); and
• chemical-resistant inner gloves and leather outer gloves.

Persons Sampling HHW

• safety glasses (with splash goggles or full-face shield when necessary);
• chemical-resistant coveralls;
• chemical-resistant safety shoes/boots;
• respirator (as required); and
• chemical-resistant inner gloves and leather outer gloves.

Persons Lab Packing HHW

• safety glasses (with goggles or full-face shield when necessary);
• white Tyvek;
• chemical-resistant safety shoes/ boots;
• respirator (as required); and
• chemical-resistant inner gloves and leather outer gloves.

Arrangements with Local Authorities

Local government representatives from the responsible agency will make arrangements to
familiarize local authorities with all pertinent aspects of each facility and its operations.
In Wake County, primary emergency authority is assigned to Wake County Emergency
Management, with other agencies in supporting roles. The responsible agency will
therefore work with this Emergency Management office to ensure that all appropriate
local authorities are properly prepared.

L. Emergencies

Contingency plans will be developed for each site with County contacts as well as
emergency response phone numbers and location of closest hospital and emergency
medical facilities.

All facility communications or alarm systems, fire protection, equipment, spill control
equipment, and decontamination equipment will be maintained as necessary to ensure its
presence and proper operation in case of emergency. Fire protection equipment will be
tested according to manufacturer specifications. Results of all inspections will be
recorded on a checklist that will include inspection dates and a list of all systems and
equipment to be inspected.

M. Personnel Training

Contractor personnel will successfully complete a training program that teaches them to
perform their duties in a way that ensures the facilities or events are operated in a manner
that protects the public from potential health and safety hazards at each site. The
program includes the following:

1. The training program is taught by a person trained in hazardous waste
management procedures and includes instruction which teaches contractor
personnel hazardous waste management procedures (including contingency plan
implementation) relevant to the positions in which they are employed.

2. The training program has been designed to ensure that contractor personnel are
able to respond effectively to emergencies by familiarizing them with emergency
procedures, emergency equipment, and emergency systems, including where
applicable:

• procedures for using, inspecting, repairing, and replacing facility
emergency and monitoring equipment;
• communication or alarm systems;
• response to fires or explosions;
• response to discharges to the land surfaces; incidents; and
• shutdown of operations.

3. Contractor personnel will successfully complete the program within six months
after the date of their employment or assignment to a facility. Contractor
personnel will not work in unsupervised positions until they have completed the
training. Contractor personnel will take part in an annual review of the initial
training.

4. The following documents and records will be kept at the facilities:

• The job title for each position at the facility related to hazardous waste
management, and the name of the employee filling each job;
• A written job description for each position;
• A written description of the type and amount of both introductory and
continuing training that will be given to each person filling a position;
• Records that document that the required training or job experience have
been completed.

N. Record Keeping

Thorough and accurate records will be maintained to ensure the accurate tracking of
hazardous materials from the generator to final disposal sites. Records that will be
generated to ensure accurate recordkeeping include the following:

• Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest;
• Material Characterization Form (for wastes in bulk, 5 gallons or more);and
• Waste Certification/Notification (to meet requirements of land-ban
requirement if applicable)
• Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generator Certifications

O. Container Labeling

Whether lab pack or bulk, the filled drums will be closed, labeled, and marked in
accordance with DOT and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) shipping
requirements, and the proper information will be recorded on the manifest. The
generators notification and certification will also be prepared, as required under the land
ban regulations. Please refer to Appendix HHW MCF’s for sample MCF’s and shipping
labels.

P. Safe Transportation

When the transportation and disposal contractor arrives at each HHW storage facility for
a scheduled pickup, the contractor will ensure that all containers are properly packaged,
labeled, documented, and manifested. Contractor personnel will then load the containers
onto a contractor vehicle and will transport them to a licensed facility for final treatment,
recycling, or disposal.

Emergency phone numbers will be available to the driver in the event of incident during
transportation. 24 Hour emergency response contractors will be available for immediate
response to any hazardous material release during transportation.

Appendix 2
DOT Hazard Classes
Appendix 2

DOT Hazard Classes

Hazard Class 1: Explosives

1.1 mass explosion hazard
1.2 projectile hazard
1.3 minor blast/projectile/fire
1.4 minor blast
1.5 insensitive explosives (blasting agents)
1.6 very insensitive explosives
Hazard Class 2: Compressed Gases
2.1 flammable gases
2.2 non flammable compressed (non-toxic)
2.3 poisonous, toxic by inhalation
Hazard Class 3: Flammable Liquids
Flammable (flash point < 100°F)
Combustible (flash point 100°F-200°F)
Hazard Class 4: Flammable Solids 4.1 flammable solids
4.2 spontaneously combustible
4.3 dangerous when wet
Hazard Class 5: Oxidizers and
Organic Peroxides 5.1 Oxidizer
5.2 Organic Peroxide
Hazard Class 6: Toxic Materials
6.1 Material that is poisonous
6.2 Infectious Agents
Hazard Class 7: Radioactive
Material

Radioactive I
Radioactive II
Radioactive III
Hazard Class 8: Corrosive Material
Destruction of the human skin
Corrode steel at a rate of 0.25 inches per year
Hazard Class 9: Miscellaneous A material that presents a hazard during shipment but does not meet the definition of the other classes

Appendix 3
Incident Report Form
Incident Report Form

Facility
Wendell Township HHW Permanent Collection Facility 5051 Wendell Boulevard, Wendell, North Carolina 27591.
Owner
Wake County Environmental Services
Solid Waste Management Division Lowell Shaw, Solid Waste Facility Manager Office [phone] / Cell 919-291-7324

Operator
ECOFLO
2750 Patterson Street Greensboro, NC 27407 Office 800-999-6510
PM – Nicholas Deroche
Cell 336-587-7958
Incident Date: ___________________________
Time: ___________________________
Type of Incident: _____________________

Materials Involved:
Damages/Injuries: .
.
Assessment of Public Health and/or Environmental Risk Resulting: .
.
Known or Suspected Cause of Incident: .
.
Future Preventative Measures: .
.
Amendments to Contingency Plan: .
.
Submit a plan or sketch which demonstrates compliance with buffer zone requirements.
Material Amount Involved Amount Recovered Description of Recovered Material

Appendix 4
Inspection Form
INSTRUCTIONS: Inspections must be conducted weekly. If the item/area is fully satisfactory, place
a check mark in the space provided. All unsatisfactory findings must be fully explained in the area
designated at the bottom of this form and contact the department of Solid Waste at [phone].
Date of Inspection: .Time of Inspection: .
Person conducting Inspection: .
INSPECTION ITEM UNSATISFACTORY EVIDENCE/EXAMPLES
YES NO
Security measures (Gates, fence, locks)Open gates, damaged fence, unlocked doors
Informational sign posted and legible Damaged or illegible sign
Sprinkler System Not properly pressurized
Overhead motorized vent Vent will not operate after engaging switch
Accumulation start date on containers No date on container label
"Hazardous Waste" on each container No marking denoting hazardous waste
Fire extinguishers Not properly charged and/or blocked from access
Telephone No dial tone, not able to dial a number (test with cell phone)
Air Horn Air horn not charged
Spill control equipment Oil dry, shovels, brooms, overpacks appear inadequate
Decontamination solution No solution on site
Eyewash Not operational (activate eyewash)
First Aid Kit Inadequate supplies
Personal Protective Clothing No PPE on site
Copy of Permit No permit on site
Sumps Visible cracks or damage
Inspection log No inspection log on site
Employ training file No file on site
Details for unsatisfactory rating:

SATISFACTORY
WENDELL HHW COLLECTION FACILITY
WEEKLY FACILITY SAFETY INSPECTION LOG

Appendix 5
ECOFLO Transportation Contingency Plan
June, 2014
EMERGENCY CONTACTS
ECOFLO, Inc. will utilize an in-house emergency information and response system (1-800-999-6510).
When provided with the proper information, ECOFLO will give emergency action information, help identify
the hazardous material, contact manufacturers or generators of the material, and if required, will activate
appropriate mutual aid groups. ECOFLO’s Emergency Coordinators are:
Primary Contact
Scott Peele - Transportation Coordinator
ECOFLO, Inc.
2750 Patterson Street
Greensboro, NC 27407
Phone: [phone] Cellular :[phone]
Secondary Contact
Ray Dudley – Manager, Environmental Health and Safety
ECOFLO, Inc.
2750 Patterson Street
Greensboro, NC 27407
Phone: [phone] Cellular: [phone]
Tertiary Contact
James Sizemore - Manager, ER & INDSVC
ECOFLO, Inc.
2750 Patterson Street
Greensboro, NC 27407
Phone: [phone] Cellular: [phone]
EMPLOYEE TRAINING
1. Employees shall be trained annually. Newly hired personnel and temporary employees shall receive
instruction at the time of initial assignment;
2. Training shall include an overview of this procedure with specific emphasis on the following:
•Immediate actions to be taken in the event of a spill or leak;
•Identification of equipment in a work area that is to be shut down in an emergency, if it can be
done safely;
•The method by which employees will be notified of an emergency;
•Identification of the emergency Coordinator and his alternates and their telephone numbers;
•Location and type of spill containment equipment and instructions in its use; and
•Precautionary measures developed since the previous training.
SPILL RESPONSE PROCEDURES
The following actions are to be taken in the event of a spill or leak:
Transportation Contingency Plan
June, 2014

1. Assess the Situation

The first thing to do if you see or smell a hazardous spill or leak is to move away to a safe distance
and turn off any ignition sources if you can.

2. Identify the Spill or Leak Material

Try to answer these questions. If you can not answer these questions, do not go back to the spill area
to answer them at this time.

• What was it?
• Did you see a label on the container?
• Was it foaming or fuming?
• Was there a fire?
• What did it smell like?
• What color was it?
• What was it doing?

3. Contain the Spill

Once you are properly protected, prevent the spill from spreading. Minimize the danger to yourself,
other people, and the environment. The faster you can contain a spill the less damage there will be.

Stopping the source of the leak or spill may only require closing a valve or shutting down a pump to
stop the flow. It may mean putting a suitable "bandage" on a leaking hose, applying putty or packing
to a joint or valve, or plugging a leak with whatever is handy (i.e., rags, or even a crude boiler patch).
To minimize leakage in torn or punctured containers, orient the containers so that the chemical
doesn't escape or overpack in a suitable salvage drum.

Build a barrier so that the spill or leak can’t spread, or make a flow channel to control the spread.
Materials such as clay granules or sorbent sheets or pillows should be used to prevent the spill from
spreading. A drain can be plugged with specially made drain plugs or shop rags, or use sorbent
booms to keep the material from reaching the drain. De careful not to add sorbent which would
adversely react with the released chemical.

4. Get Help

Call the Emergency Coordinator or his Alternate. Briefly explain what happened, then let them ask the
questions.

5. Seal Off Area and Alert Others

Without going back in, seal off the area and warn nearby public of the potential dangers.

6. Look for Injuries

If you find an injured person, don't attempt to rescue them from the spill area unless you are
completely protected yourself. Then, get them to fresh air as soon as safely possible. Keep the victim
warm and quiet. Get medical help right away. If the victim is not breathing, use artificial respiration.
Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. If the victim
came into contact with the spilled material, immediately flush the affected area with running water for
at least 15 minutes.

7. Identify the Hazards

June, 2014

What chemical is involved? What are the dangers? Locate the shipping papers for the material and
look for placards, package labels, and fellow workers that may be able to identify the hazardous
material and how to deal with it. For example, container labels often explain the procedures to take in
the event of a spill. A placard may identify the material as flammable, corrosive, or poisonous.

If it is necessary to enter the spill area to identify the material, then assume the worst. Protect yourself
by putting on a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and an encapsulating suit. Use the Buddy
System, and never go in without a backup.

8. Prepare a Plan of Action

Develop a plan of action to:

• Help anticipate problems;
• Remember what you are supposed to do;
• Properly coordinate tasks and people; and
• Accomplish the task faster.

9. Assemble the Equipment and Materials Needed

When you do not know what you are dealing with, wear the maximum protection possible (SCBA and
fully protective clothing).

10. Clean up the Spill

When you are cleaning up the hazardous material, observe the following safety precautions:

• Do not touch or taste the material. Do not breathe gases, vapors, or mists. Use the right clothing
and equipment, and always approach a spill from upwind. Do not smoke or make sparks of any
kind;
• Use the right sorbent for the spill. It is important to select the right sorbent products in advance
for the liquids to be cleaned up, then place the contaminated sorbents in a container that can
safely hold and store the spilled material;
• The sorbents used to clean up the spill must be packaged according to local, state, and federal
regulations. They have the same properties and hazards as the original spilled materials;
• Safely dispose of disposable coverall, gloves, and respirators. Decontaminate all non-disposable
items such as shovels, scrapers, SCBAs, protective clothing, etc.; and
• Review what happened to make sure that it would not happen again. Record it, along with an
evaluation of your plan and the actions that were taken.

EVACUATION PROCEDURES
1) If the spill or leak is of such magnitude that containment or control is impractical, then employees shall
evacuate the immediate area in which a leak or spill has taken place and from adjacent area that may
be endangered by the occurrence.
2) When a spill or leak event is so severe that it may endanger a major portion of the immediate area,
the area will be evacuated in coordination with local authorities.
3) When instructions are given to evacuate the area, employees are to:

• Shut down equipment that, if allowed to run, may create a hazard or cause damage if left
unattended;
• Leave in an orderly manner and meet at a designated meeting area utilizing the nearest and
safest route; and
• Remain in the meeting are until an "all clear" is signaled or until directed by the authorities to leave
the area.
June, 2014

EMERGENCY REPORTING
In the event of an emergency or hazardous material/waste spill during transportation, ECOFLO will
immediately contact the proper authorities as necessary, and provide the following information:

1. Name of person reporting incident;
2. Transporter's name, address, and EPA ID#;
3. Telephone number at incident;
4. Location of incident;
5. Type of incident (spill or leak);
6. Chemicals involved:

• Trade name;
• Chemical names or formulas;
• CAS#, if available;
• DOT ID# (UN/NA#);
• DOT Guide Number; and
• EPA/State waste code(s).

7. Type and condition of containers;
8. Generator/Shipper's name, address, telephone number and EPA ID#;
9. TSD/Consignee name, address, telephone number and EPA ID#;
10. Nature and extent of injuries;
11. Nature and extent of property damage (quantity, extent of soil, water or air contamination);
12. Weather conditions; and
13. Type of area (populate, rural, etc.).

The transporter will send a written report of the incident to the following places:

1. Director, Office of Hazardous Material Registration;
2. Proper state authorities (within 15 days);
3. Federal Environmental Protection Agency;
4. Generator of waste; and
5. DOT F-5800 hazardous Materials Incident Report.

The driver must notify state authorities within 1 hour after a spill. The driver should stay with the vehicle if
possible and assist authorities.

CHEMICAL INFORMATION SOURCES
ECOFLO uses two primary sources for chemical information. First is the company's Manguard System, a
hazardous material database. Information on all waste materials handled and transported by ECOFLO is
contained in this system. The second source is ECOFLO’s library references, including:

1. Condensed Chemical Dictionary
2. Handbook of Chemistry and Physics
3. The Merck Index
4. Materials Safety Data Sheets
5. NIOSH/OSHA Pocket Guide Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Guidebook;
6. NIOSH/OSHA Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards;
7. Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials;
8. Chemical Hazard Response Information System;
9. The Condensed Chemical Dictionary; and
10. Emergency Handling of Hazardous Materials in Surface Transportation.

June, 2014

SPILL CONTAINMENT EQUIPMENT
Trucks carrying drummed hazardous materials are also provided with a spill kit that contains at a
minimum:

1) Salvage drum;
2) Shovel;
3) Sorbent material;
4) Spill pads;
5) Five gallon pail; and
6) Personal Protective Equipment;

EMERGENCY CONTRACTORS

Hepaco
(Emergency Response Contractor)
2711 Burch Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
[phone]

Shamrock Environmental Corp.
(Manpower, Disposal, & Technical Expertise)
6106 Corporate Park Drive
Browns Summit, NC 27214
[phone]

A&D Environmental
(Manpower, Disposal, & Technical Expertise)
P.O. Box 484
High Point, NC
[phone]

HMHTTC
(Manpower, Disposal, & Technical Expertise)
P.O. Box 5115
Parsippany, NJ
[phone]

US Healthworks
(Health Monitoring)
7360 W. Friendly Ave., Suite 102
Greensboro, NC 27410
[phone]
June, 2014

APPENDIX I - STATE EMERGENCY SPILL REPORTING PHONE NUMBERS

Alabama

[phone]

Emergency Management Agency
Arkansas

[phone]

Arkansas DEQ
Delaware

[phone]

Delaware DNR
District of Columbia

[phone]

DC Emergency Management Agency
Georgia

[phone]

State Operations Center

Illinois

[phone]

Illinois Emergency Management Agency

Indiana

[phone]

IDEM Emergency Response Section
Kentucky

[phone]

KYEQC
Louisiana

[phone]

DEQ – Hazmat Hotline
Maryland

[phone]

MDE’s Emergency Response Division
Michigan

[phone]

Pollution Emergency Alert System

Mississippi

[phone]

Mississippi Emergency Management
Agency
Missouri

[phone]

Missouri DNR
New Jersey

[phone]

WARNDEP Hotline

North Carolina

[phone]

NC Emergency Management Center

Ohio

[phone]

Ohio EPA – Emergency Response
Section
Pennsylvania [phone] Statewide Emergency Response
[phone] DEP South Central
[phone] DEP Southeast
[phone] DEP Northeast
[phone] DEP North Central
[phone] DEP Northwest
[phone] DEP Southwest
South Carolina [phone] DHEC

Tennessee

[phone]

Environmental Assistance Center

Virginia

[phone]

Virginia Emergency Response Council
West Virginia

[phone]

DEP Emergency Hotline

June, 2014

APPENDIX II - FEDERAL HAZARDOUS WASTE PHONE NUMBERS

DOT

[phone]

Chem Trec

[phone]

National Response Center

[phone] or
[phone]

EPA Hotline

[phone]

EPA Region 1

[phone]

EPA Region 2

[phone]

EPA Region 3

[phone]

EPA Region 4

[phone]

EPA Region 5

[phone]

EPA Region 6

[phone]

CDC Poison Control Center

[phone]

RCRA Superfund

[phone]

TSCA

[phone]

National Safety Council

[phone]

OSHA

[phone]

ACGIH

[phone]
June, 2014

APPENDIX III - ADDITIONAL NUMBERS

PA DEP – Low Level Radioactive Waste

[phone]

PA DEP Water Management Manager

[phone]

PA DEP Emergency Response Coordinator

[phone]

PA DEP Waste Management Manager

[phone]

Water Supply & Community Health Program Manager

[phone]

PA State Police

[phone]

York Fire Department

[phone]

York Health Bureau

[phone]

York EMS

911

APPENDIX IV - EMERGENCY SPILL RESPONSE FIRMS
HMHTTC – Parsippany, NJ 800-927-9303
HEPACO – multiple sites NC, TN, VA 800-888-7689

ECOFLO, Inc. - North Carolina

[phone]

Eldredge, Inc. – Pennsylvania

[phone]

June, 2014

APPENDIX V - TRUCK EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT

TYPE

DESCRIPTION

Protective Clothing

1. Rubber Gloves
2. Boots
3. Chemical goggles
4. Hard hat w/ face shield
5. Tyvek suit
6. Apron

First Aid Kit

Standard first aid kit w/ eye wash

Respirator

Full-face or half-face w/ organic vapor/acid gas
combination cartridges w/ HEPA filter

Tool Kit

Basic manufacturing tool kit

Portable Fire Extinguishers

20# Class A, B, C extinguishers in cab, additional
units may be mounted on outside of tractor or
trailer

Communications

CB radio and/or cellular phone

Spill Control Kit

One (1) overpack drum, one (1) shovel, sorbent
material suitable for caustic and solvent spills

DOT Emergency Response Guide Book

DOT Emergency Response Guide Book for
hazardous materials incidents

June, 2014

1-800-888-7689
HEPACO

HEPACO RESPONSE TIMES

Appendix 6
HHW Recycling, Treatment and Disposal
Locations

Appendix 7
Section .1800 Draft Rules
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NORTH CAROLINA GUIDANCE ONLY
(Draft Rules)
PROPOSED SECTION .1800 HOUSEHOLD AND CONDITIONALLY-EXEMPT SMALL QUANTITY GENERATOR HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION
FACILITIES

.1801 PURPOSE, SCOPE, AND APPLICABILITY (a) Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to ensure that hazardous waste collection facilities that store household hazardous waste and conditionally-exempt small quantity generator
hazardous waste operate in an efficient and environmentally acceptable manner.
(b) Scope. This Section outlines the requirements for the establishment and operation of
facilities that collect and store household hazardous wastes and hazardous wastes from conditionally-exempt small quantity generators. (c) Applicability. Except as otherwise provided, this Section applies only to owners and
operators of collection facilities that store hazardous wastes generated by households [as defined
at 15A NCAC 13B .1602(10)] and conditionally-exempt small quantity generators [as defined in
40 CFR 261.5]. This Section does not apply to the owner or operator of a commercial hazardous waste storage or treatment facility that has been or will be issued a permit under 40 CFR 270 as adopted in 15A NCAC 13A .0013. These facilities shall address the activities described in this
Section in their Hazardous Waste Management permit prior to its issuance or per the
modification procedures in 40 CFR 270.42 as adopted in 15A NCAC 13A .0013.
.1802 DEFINITIONS The definitions in G.S. 130A-290 and the following definitions shall apply throughout this
Section.
(a) "Collection facility" means a facility established for the purposes of collecting, accumulating
and managing household hazardous wastes or conditionally-exempt small quantity generator hazardous wastes and operated in accordance with this Section. A collection facility may be permanently or temporarily established.
(b) "Permanent collection facility" means a collection facility that provides collection services to
households or conditionally-exempt small quantity generators, is established to collect hazardous
wastes for a continuous period of greater than one day, and is properly closed at the end of its useful life. (c)"Temporary collection facility" means a collection facility that is established for one day for
the purpose of providing collection services to households or conditionally-exempt small
quantity generators, and then transports the collected hazardous wastes to a permanent collection
facility regulated under this Section or, using a licensed hazardous waste transporter, to a licensed, permitted or approved hazardous waste treatment, storage, disposal, or recycling facility.
(d) "Household hazardous waste" means any solid waste generated in a household by a
consumer which, except for the exclusion provided in 40 Code of Federal Regulations
∋261.4(b)(1), would be classified as a hazardous waste under 40 Code of Federal Regulations Part 261. Household hazardous waste may also include waste from conditionally-exempt small
quantity generators.
(e) "Container" means any device in which a material is stored, transported, treated, disposed, or
otherwise handled, including tanks. (f) "Ignitable waste" is a waste with characteristics as defined in 40 CFR 261.21, as adopted in 15A NCAC 13A .0106.

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(g) "Reactive waste" is a waste with characteristics as defined in 40 CFR 261.23, as adopted in
15A NCAC 13A .0106. .1803 SITING
Any person who establishes a permanent collection facility shall comply with the following
siting criteria:
(a) A permanent collection facility may not locate the facility in any of the following: (1) a 100-year floodplain; (2) a wetland as defined in the Clean Water Act, Section 404(b);
(3) a habitat determined to be critical to the continued existence of any endangered species as
identified in 50 CFR Part 17.
(b) A permanent collection facility shall maintain a 50-foot minimum buffer between all property lines and the facility.
.1804 PERMIT APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR PERMANENT COLLECTION
FACILITIES
The permit application shall contain the following information: (a) The operator of the facility shall complete an "Application For A North Carolina Household Hazardous Waste Number" form. This number shall be used to ship the collected material off-
site for treatment or disposal.
(b) Site plans shall delineate the location of the collection, processing, and storage areas for
household hazardous waste. (c) An operation manual prepared in accordance with .1805. (d) A contingency plan prepared in accordance with .1806.
(e) A closure plan detailing how the facility will comply with .1808.
.1805 OPERATION MANUAL FOR PERMANENT COLLECTION FACILITIES Any person proposing to establish or construct a permanent collection facility shall prepare an
operation manual before operating the facility. A copy of the operation manual shall be kept at
the facility office at all times. The operation manual shall, at a minimum, contain the following
information:
(a) A cover page stating the facility operator, sponsoring agency, program objectives and eligible users;
(b) A description of the household hazardous or solid wastes that will be stored at the facility,
along with projected volumes or weights and accumulation times as required in .1807(a) and
(b);
(c) Proposed treatment, final disposal, or recycling, including letters of intent from hauler and disposal companies;
(d) A description of any past experience with storage of hazardous wastes at the facility;
(e) A description of expected hours, days and months of operation as required in .1807(c);
(f) A narrative description of the area proposed for storage of household hazardous waste and a
general floor plan of the storage area and any pertinent adjacent areas as required in .1807(b); (g) Storage and waste management procedures, including a description of how ignitable, reactive
and incompatible wastes will be managed as required in .1807(b) and (d);
(h) A description of the secondary containment system as required in .1807(e);
(i) A description of any fire prevention or control systems, communication equipment and
security systems or arrangements at the facility as required in .1807(c) and (g); (j) A description of the personnel training program required in .1807(i); and
(k) An explanation of recordkeeping and container labeling procedures required in .1807(k).

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.1806 CONTINGENCY PLAN FOR PERMANENT COLLECTION FACILITIES The owner or operator of a facility shall develop a contingency plan so as to prevent or minimize public health or environmental damage in the event of fire, explosion or any discharge
of household hazardous waste or their constituents to air, land, ground water or surface water.
The provisions of the plan shall be implemented immediately in the event of a fire, explosion or
discharge of household hazardous waste or their constituents that could threaten public health or the environment. (a) The contingency plan shall, at a minimum, contain all of the following:
(1) The name, position, address and phone number, office and home, of all persons qualified
to act as facility emergency coordinator as described in .1807(g)(4). This list shall be
kept up to date. Where more than one person is listed, one shall be designated as the primary emergency coordinator and others shall be listed in the order in which they will assume responsibility as alternates.
(2) A description of the facility layout, types of waste handled and its associated hazards,
places where facility personnel would normally be working and entrances to and roads
inside the facility. (3) An evacuation plan for facility personnel where necessary. This plan shall describe signals to be used to begin evacuation, evacuation routes and alternate evacuation routes.
(4) Procedures for emergency shutdown of facility operations, and the actions facility
personnel shall take to comply with .1807(h).
(5) A description of the procedures that will be used to notify appropriate authorities as designated in .1807(g)(3). (6) A current list of all emergency equipment at the facility as designated in .1807(g)(1).
The list shall include the location, physical description and the capabilities of each item.
(b) A copy of the contingency plan and all revisions of the plan shall be:
(1) Kept at the facility office; and, (2) Sent to all local police departments, fire departments, hospitals and emergency response
teams who may be called on to provide emergency services.
(c) The plan shall be reviewed and immediately amended, if necessary, whenever:
(1) The facility determines revisions are needed;
(2) The contingency plan fails in an emergency; (3) The facility changes its design, construction, operation, maintenance or other
circumstances in a way that increases the potential for fire, explosion or discharge of
household hazardous waste or their constituents, or changes the response necessary in an
emergency;
(4) The list of emergency coordinators changes; or, (5) The list of emergency equipment changes.
(d) Facility employees shall be familiarized with all emergency procedures, equipment and
systems contained in the contingency plan.
.1807 OPERATION REQUIREMENTS FOR PERMANENT COLLECTION FACILITIES A collection facility operating under this Section shall meet all of the following requirements:
(a) Acceptable Wastes.
(1) All wastes received at the collection facility shall be generated by households or
conditionally-exempt small quantity generators. (2) Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) wastes as defined in 40 CFR 761 are prohibited at the
collection facility.
(b) Storage and Waste Management Procedures.
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(1) Storage.
(A) A facility that collects household hazardous waste may not store the waste for longer than one year from date of acceptance. (B) A facility that collects household hazardous waste shall demonstrate its ability to
safely store the amount of waste requested. The Division will determine whether
the permit application contains adequate precautions based on the maximum
permitted quantity of waste. (C) All household hazardous waste shall be stored in containers. (D) All household hazardous waste at a permanent collection facility shall be stored in
an enclosed and roofed or covered structure. Access shall be limited or restricted
to employees or other authorized personnel.
(2) Aisle Space. Adequate aisle space shall be maintained to allow for the unobstructed movement of personnel, fire protection equipment, spill control equipment and decontamination equipment to any area of facility operation in an emergency.
(3) Management of Waste.
(A) Facilities shall be designed, constructed, maintained and operated to minimize the
possibility of a fire, explosion or any discharge of household hazardous waste or their constituents to the air, land or surface water. (B) Facilities, excluding the unloading area, shall manage household hazardous waste
within secondary containment. The permittee shall take all reasonable steps to
minimize releases to the environment and shall carry out such measures as are
reasonable to prevent adverse effects on human health or the environment. (4) Special requirements for ignitable or reactive waste. (A) Containers holding a household hazardous waste that is incompatible with any
waste or other materials stored nearby in other containers shall be separated from
other wastes or materials or protected from them by means of a dike, berm, wall
or other device. (B) The permittee shall take precautions to prevent accidental ignition or reaction of
ignitable or reactive waste. "No Smoking" signs shall be placed wherever there is
ignitable or reactive waste.
(C) Where specifically required by this Section, the storage of ignitable or reactive
waste, and the bulking or blending of compatible wastes shall be conducted so that it does not:
(i) Generate extreme heat or pressure, fire or explosion or violent reaction;
(ii) Produce uncontrolled toxic mists, fumes, dusts or gases in sufficient
quantities to threaten public health or the environment;
(iii) Produce uncontrolled flammable fumes or gases in sufficient quantities to pose a risk of fire or explosions;
(iv) Damage the structural integrity of the device or facility containing the
waste; or,
(v) Threaten public health or the environment.
(c) Security. (1) The owner or operator shall prevent the unknowing entry and minimize the possibility for
the unauthorized entry of persons onto the active portion of the facility.
(2) A facility shall have:
(A) A 24-hour surveillance system; or,
(B) A barrier surrounding the active portion of the facility, and a means to control entry at all times.
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(3) A sign saying "Danger - Unauthorized Personnel Keep Out" shall be posted at each
entrance to the active portion of a facility. The sign shall be legible from a distance of at least 25 feet. (4) A sign with the facility's days and hours of operation shall be clearly posted at or near the
facility entrance.
(d) Containers.
(1) Condition of Containers. Household hazardous waste shall be managed in containers that are in good condition. (2) Compatibility of waste with containers.
(A) Household hazardous waste containers shall be made or lined with materials that
will not react, and are otherwise compatible, with the waste to be stored so that
the ability of the container to contain the waste is not impaired. (B) Household hazardous waste may not be placed in an unwashed container that previously held an incompatible waste or material or in a container that holds an
incompatible waste or material.
(3) Management of containers.
(A) A container of household hazardous waste shall be labeled throughout the entire storage period to identify the contents and the date of receipt. (B) A container holding household hazardous waste shall always be closed during
storage, except when it is necessary to add or remove waste.
(C) A container holding household hazardous waste may not be opened, handled or
stored in a manner that may rupture the container or cause it to leak. (D) Collection facilities shall have a plan for managing abandoned containers, materials and wastes that are left at the facility outside of normal operating hours.
(E) Collection facilities shall have a plan for managing containers of unknown wastes.
(F) Collection facilities shall have a plan for managing containers of unacceptable
wastes, specifically radioactive, infectious and explosive materials. (e) Secondary Containment. Each storage area for containers shall have a containment system
designed and constructed to have a continuous base that is free of cracks or gaps and is
impervious to the material to be stored, and will contain any household hazardous waste
discharges, leaks or spills and precipitation until the collected material is detected and can be
removed. The base of the storage areas shall be sloped or the containment system shall be otherwise designed and operated to drain and remove liquids resulting from household hazardous
waste discharges, leaks, spills and any precipitation, unless the containers are elevated or are
otherwise protected from contact with accumulated liquids. The storage areas shall have a
discharge confinement structure with a minimum capacity equal to the contents of the largest
container, or ten percent of the total amount of stored waste, whichever is greater. Surface water run-on to the containment system shall be prevented. Spilled, leaked or discharged waste and
accumulated precipitation shall be removed from a sump or the collection area in an expedient
manner and quickly enough to prevent an overflow of the containment system.
(f) Bulking and Blending.
(1) Collected household hazardous waste may not be treated or disposed at a collection facility. However, operators of a collection facility may bulk or blend household
hazardous wastes without obtaining a hazardous waste treatment permit provided that the
operator or collection facility have:
(A) A sufficient waste analysis plan to appropriately identify the type of wastes being
considered for bulking or blending, including a method for determining the compatibility of wastes to be bulked or blended, as well as the compatibility of
the wastes and their container;
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(B) The appropriate equipment necessary to test wastes and their compatibility for the
purposes of bulking or blending; and, (C) A waste analysis and compatibility plan that will allow a facility to perform these analyses shall be included in the operations manual, and appropriate staff shall be
trained on its implementation.
(2) At any time that household hazardous waste is being bulked or blended or otherwise
handled, all employees involved in the operation shall have immediate access to an internal or external alarm or emergency communication device unless that device is not required under .1807(g)(1). If at any time during operation of the facility there is a sole
employee on the premises, that person shall have immediate access to a device capable of
summoning external emergency assistance unless that device is not required under
.1807(g)(1). All employees involved in the operation shall have sufficient knowledge in the chemical sciences and hazardous waste management disciplines to recognize and prevent the mixing of incompatible wastes, as well as wastes that may be better managed
if not mixed.
(g) Preparedness and Prevention.
(1) All facilities shall be equipped with the following unless demonstrated to the Division that the waste managed does not require the particular equipment specified: (A) An alarm, a telephone, a 2-way radio or similar device capable of summoning
emergency assistance as designated in .1807(g)(3);
(B) An internal communication system(s) capable of providing immediate emergency
instructions, voice or signal, to facility personnel; (C) Portable fire extinguishers, fire control equipment, spill control equipment and decontamination equipment that is applicable to the type of household hazardous
waste handled at the facility; and,
(D) Extinguishing agents with adequate volume and adequate delivery systems.
(2) All facility communication or alarm systems, fire protection equipment, spill control equipment and decontamination equipment shall be tested and maintained to ensure its
proper operation in time of emergency.
(3) The owner or operator shall make emergency response service arrangements with fire
department or hazardous waste management team (HAZMAT) personnel, as appropriate,
for the type of waste handled at the facility. (4) At all times when the facility is in operation there shall be at least one person present
with the responsibility of coordinating all emergency response measures. When the
facility is not in operation, the facility emergency coordinator shall be present or on call
and available to respond to an emergency by reaching the facility in a short period of
time. The facility emergency coordinator shall be thoroughly familiar with all aspects of the facility's contingency plan, all operations activities at the facility, the location and
characteristics of waste handled, the location of waste tracking information within the
facility, and the facility layout. In addition, the person shall have the authority to commit
the resources needed to carry out the contingency plan.
(h) Emergency Procedures. (1) In the event that a facility has, or there is an imminent threat that the facility may have, a
discharge of household hazardous waste, a fire, explosion or other emergency which has
the potential for damaging public health or the environment, the facility's emergency
coordinator shall:
(A) Activate internal facility alarms or communication systems to notify all personnel of an imminent or actual emergency situation, where applicable.
(B) Immediately notify appropriate authorities as designated in .1807(g)(3) and the
Division.
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(C) Immediately identify the character, source, amount and areal extent of any
discharged materials. (D) Assess possible hazards to public health or the environment that may result from the discharge, fire or explosion.
(E) Take all reasonable measures necessary to ensure that fires, explosions and
discharges do not occur, recur or spread to other waste at the facility.
(F) Monitor for leaks, pressure buildup, gas generation or ruptures in valves, pipes, containers or other equipment, where appropriate, if the facility stops operation in response to a fire, explosion or discharge.
(G) Provide for treatment, storing or disposing of recovered waste, contaminated soil
or surface water, or any other material that results from a discharge, fire or
explosion at the facility, immediately after an emergency. (H) Ensure that, in the affected areas of the facility, no waste that may be incompatible with the discharged material is treated, stored or disposed of until
cleanup procedures are completed and all emergency equipment listed in the
contingency plan is clean and fit for its intended use before operations are
resumed. (2) The owner or operator shall notify the Division and the appropriate local authorities that the facility has completed cleanup procedures and all emergency equipment listed in the
contingency plan is clean and fit for its intended use before operations are resumed in the
affected areas of the facility.
(3) The owner or operator shall note in the operating record the time, date and details of any incident that requires implementing the contingency plan. Within 15 days after the incident, the owner or operator shall submit a written report on the incident to the
Division. The report shall include all of the following:
(A) Name, address and telephone number of the owner or operator;
(B) Name, address and telephone number of the facility; (C) Date, time and type of incident, such as fire or explosion;
(D) Name and quantity of materials involved;
(E) The extent of injuries, if any;
(F) An assessment of actual or potential hazards to public health or the environment,
where this is applicable; (G) Estimated quantity and disposition of recovered material that resulted from the
incident;
(H) A narrative describing the known or suspected causes of the incident and a
statement describing the measures taken to investigate the cause. The narrative
shall also describe any necessary measures which have been or shall be taken to prevent incidents in the future;
(I) Any amendments to the contingency plan as required in .1806(c); and,
(J) A plan sheet, sketch or other data which demonstrates compliance with the buffer
zone requirements in .1803(b) and .1807(b)(4)(B).
(i) Personnel Training. Facility personnel shall successfully complete a program of classroom instruction or on-the-job training that teaches them to perform their duties in a way that ensures
the facility's compliance with the requirements of this Section.
(1) This program shall be directed by a person trained in hazardous waste management
procedures, and shall include instruction that teaches facility personnel hazardous waste
management procedures, including contingency plan implementation, relevant to the positions in which they are employed.
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(2) At a minimum, the training program shall be designed to ensure that facility personnel
are able to effectively respond to emergencies by familiarizing them with emergency procedures, emergency equipment and emergency systems, including where applicable: (A) Procedures for using, inspecting, repairing and replacing facility emergency and
monitoring equipment;
(B) Communications or alarm systems;
(C) Response to fires or explosions; (D) Response to spills or leaks; and, (E) Shutdown of operations.
(3) Personnel assigned to the facility shall successfully complete the program required prior
to their assignment to a facility and shall receive an annual review of their required
training. (j) Inspections. The owner or operator shall inspect areas where containers are stored, at least weekly, looking for leaks and for deterioration caused by corrosion or other factors.
(k) Recordkeeping and Container Labeling Procedures.
(1) The owner or operator of a household hazardous waste collection facility shall keep a
written operating record at the facility. The following information shall be recorded and maintained in the operating record until closure of the facility: (A) A description of the waste including its common name, hazardous waste number
if applicable, physical form and quantity.
(B) Records and results of waste analyses performed in accordance with .1807(f)(1).
(C) Summary reports and details of all incidents that required the implementation of the contingency plan. (D) Records and results of inspections performed in accordance with .1807(j),
although these data need be kept only three years.
(E) Copies of receipts issued to conditionally-exempt small quantity generators for
hazardous wastes received, although these receipts need be kept only three years. (F) Documentation of employee training including date, name and topics covered.
Training records on current personnel must be kept until closure of the facility;
training records on former employees must be kept for at least three years from
the date the employee last worked at the facility.
(2) All records, including plans required under this Section, shall be furnished upon request and made available at all reasonable times for inspection by the Division.
(3) The retention period for all records required under this subsection may be extended upon
written notice from the Division to the owner or operator of the collection facility
specifying the records or types of records that are to be retained.
(4) An annual report on household hazardous waste collected, disposed of, and recycled shall be sent to the Division.
(5) Before transporting household hazardous waste or offering a household hazardous waste
for off-site transportation, a collection facility shall package, label, mark, and prepare
shipment and transportation per DOT 49 CFR Part 172-180.
(6) Before placing household hazardous wastes in a collection facility for storage, the owner or operator shall properly label each container if not in the original container. Each
container shall be marked with the date received.

.1808 CLOSURE OF PERMANENT COLLECTION FACILITIES
The owner or operator of a collection facility that stores or treats household hazardous waste in containers shall, at completion of closure, remove all household hazardous waste and their
residues from the containment system. Remaining liners, bases, soil and related equipment or
structures containing or contaminated with household hazardous waste or their residues shall be
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decontaminated or removed. All wastes or material which is decontaminated or removed shall
be managed appropriately.
.1809 TRANSPORTATION FROM TEMPORARY AND PERMANENT COLLECTION
FACILITIES TO TREATMENT, STORAGE, DISPOSAL OR RECYCLING
FACILITIES Any person who transports household hazardous waste from a collection facility allowed under this Section to a licensed, permitted or approved hazardous waste treatment, storage, disposal, or
recycling facility shall use a hazardous waste transporter with an EPA identification number and
all applicable DOT hazardous material licenses.
.1810 TEMPORARY COLLECTION FACILITIES Persons operating temporary collection facilities shall comply with the following requirements:
(a) The operator of the facility shall complete an "Application For A North Carolina Household
Hazardous Waste Number" form. This number shall be used to ship the collected material off
site for treatment or disposal. (b) Accumulation Time Limits. All household hazardous wastes shall be shipped off site within 24 hours of the close of the event.
(c) Operation.
(1) Temporary collection facilities shall be operated by a permitted hazardous waste
treatment, storage and disposal facility or a hazardous waste transporter with an EPA identification number and all applicable DOT hazardous material licenses. (2) Temporary collection facilities shall be operated in a manner that prevents releases of
household hazardous wastes or their constituents to the environment.
(3) Wastes collected at temporary facilities may be bulked or blended if the criteria in
.1807(f) are followed. (d) Reporting. Upon completion of a temporary collection day, a report on household hazardous
waste collected, disposed of, and recycled shall be sent to the Division.