EPA Special Waste Program Checklist Mobile App

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  Verify that the lab properly identified all the universal waste streams.

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  Confirm the lab does not generate and store more than 5000 kg of universal waste at any time.

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  3. Check the storage containers to make sure they are in good condition and compatible with waste

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  Confirm that the containers or individual items are labeled as “Universal Waste”.

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  Verify universal waste is not stored for greater than one year and the label maintains support d...

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  Determine whether or not the employees received proper training on handling universal waste.

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  Verify the lab transports all universal waste to a universal waste handling facility.

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  Verify alkaline batteries manufactured after 1992 are disposed of in quantities of one or two.

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  Confirm the lab recycles unsealed spent lead acid batteries.

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  Verify the lab manages Ni-Cd and SSLA as universal waste.

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  If lab operations result in the generation of used oil ensure the separation of used oil and haz...

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  If used oil is mixed with hazardous waste, ensure the lab is managing the mixture as a hazardous...

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  13. Verify that used oil storage areas are properly maintained and regularly inspected to ensure:

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  Containers or tanks are in good condition

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  Containers & fill pipes are labeled “Used Oil”

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  Flammable & No Smoking signs are posted

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  Container lids and bungs are closed and secured when not in use

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  Containers or tanks have secondary containment

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  Confirm the used oil transporter has an EPA ID number, or if the lab transports the oil, confirm...

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  15. Verify that the records of off-site transfers are maintained, including:

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  Transporter’s EPAID number

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  Quantity shipped

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  Date shipped

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  Name of the receiving facility

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  Date

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  Time

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  Signature

• ...and More!