2. Hazardous Waste Labeling
All hazardous waste containers must be clearly
labeled to show:
• Identification of the product
• The words “Hazardous Waste”
• Date when first stored (ready for disposal)
• Department that generated the waste
3. Hazardous Waste Containers
Hazardous waste containers:
• Must be compatible with the waste, in good
condition, handled carefully, and replaced if
leaking.
• Cannot be used to store hazardous wastes, if the
waste may cause the container to rupture, leak,
corrode, or otherwise fail.
4. (Haz Waste Containers cont.)
• Store hazardous waste on an impermeable surface with
secondary containment.
– Inspect surface often for cracks. Concrete that is not sealed is
permeable. Don’t store hazardous waste containers on dirt or
gravel.
• When possible, store hazardous waste in a covered area.
• Keep partially/full containers vertical and closed.
• Keep empty containers closed and stored on their sides.
This prevents rainwater from filling the containers
• Store containers of ignitable or reactive waste at least 50
feet from property line.
5. (Haz Waste Containers cont.)
• Segregate the various wastes you generate
and never mix hazardous waste with non-
hazardous wastes.
• Immediately clean up all spills or releases of
hazardous waste or hazardous substances.
6. (Haz Waste Containers cont.)
• Containers holding hazardous waste must be
closed except when being filled or emptied.
• Containers must be inspected at least weekly
for leaks and signs of corrosion. An inspection
log will be kept.
• Wastes that are incompatible (such as
ignitable and reactive) must not be stored in
the same container.
7. Hazardous Waste Manifests
A Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest is a legal shipping
document that must accompany hazardous waste
shipments:
– Manifests are prepared by the waste hauler and list:
• The generator’s name (e.g., Good Sam);
• The facility where the waste is going to;
• What waste is being picked up and the quantity
– The waste hauler will ask for a signature and will in
turn co-sign the manifest
• Staff signing manifests should pay special attention to
quantities and descriptions of waste to make sure they
appear correct
8. Recordkeeping Requirements
• Keep all hazardous waste determination
profiles, and those based on knowledge of
process, for a minimum of 3 years after the
waste is no longer generated
• Keep manifests for 3 years
• Keep manifest exception and discrepancy
reports for 3 years
• Keep Land Disposal Restriction records for at
least 3 years
9. Question
What are the most important things to look for
on a manifest?
A. Check quantities and descriptions of waste to
make sure they appear correct
B. Make sure there are two copies
C. Verify driver’s signature matches his/her
driver’s license
10. Hazardous Waste Resources
• Oregon Department of Environmental Quality: Waste Prevention and
Management: Small Quantity Hazardous Waste Generator Handbook
• Oregon Department of Environmental Quality Hazardous Waste
website: http://www.deq.state.or.us/lq/hw/index.htm
• Code of Federal Regulations 40 CFR 261
