Attachment_A_Hazardous_Waste_Operation_Controls.pdf
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- EVN0063560
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- Miami-Dade County, Florida
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This is an Operational Control document for Hazardous Waste Management (EMS-FLEET-15) issued by PIOD (Port of Miami-Dade), dated September 25, 2026, establishing procedures for safe handling and disposal of hazardous waste generated by Fleet employees and facilities. The document applies to fleet shops and areas where hazardous waste is generated within PIOD Fleet operations and is governed by multiple federal and state regulations, including 40 CFR Part 262, 40 CFR Part 273, 29 CFR 1910.106, and Florida Administrative Code provisions. The operational control designates PIOD Fleet facilities as Very Small Quantity Generators (VSQGs) with a maximum accumulation limit of 1,000 kilograms of hazardous waste at any time and establishes protocols for waste identification, storage, and disposal. Key requirements include maintaining hazardous waste in designated Satellite Accumulation Areas (SAAs) protected from weather with secondary containment, clearly labeling all waste containers, properly managing punctured aerosol cans, transferring full containers to a Central Accumulation Area with documented start dates, and utilizing approved vendors for final disposal.
The document mandates that employees preparing or signing manifests complete Department of Transportation training, establishes a three-year record retention requirement for all receipts and manifests maintained at the shop level, and assigns responsibility for compliance oversight to the Fleet EMS Manager and Facility Supervisors. Employees are encouraged to minimize hazardous waste generation through source reduction methods, including using alternative greener practices, purchasing minimal quantities needed, and recycling or reusing chemicals when feasible. The operational control was first released on June 1, 2019, and underwent its most recent revision on September 25, 2026, with approval from Top Management. The document applies to PIOD Fleet employees, vendors, tenants, and contractors working in PIOD Fleet Shops and references related operational controls EMS-FLEET-09 (spill response) and EMS-FLEET-10 (recycling procedures).
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HAZARDOUS WASTE
OPERATIONAL CONTROL
PIOD Environmental Management System
EMS-FLEET-15
Date: September 25, 2026
Page: 1 of 4
Uncontrolled in Hard Copy unless otherwise marked
1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this operational control is to promote safe work and responsible environmental practices, including compliance with regulations and reducing the potential for management of hazardous waste and other negative environmental impacts from activities conducted by Fleet employees.
The Fleet EMS manager and Facility Supervisors are responsible for ensuring their employees’ compliance with this procedure. The Facility Supervisors are responsible for providing necessary training for hazardous waste disposal.
Applicable compliance obligations:
1. 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 122.26
(b)(14)
2. 40 CFR 262.11
3. 40 CFR Part 262; Florida Administrative Code
62-730.160
4. 29 CFR 1910.141(a)(3)(ii) and 1910.106
5. 40 CFR Part 273 (universal waste, as applicable)
6. 40 CFR 279.10(a) and 279.22; Florida
Administrative Code 62-710.850
This operational control is only applicable for fleet shops and other areas where hazardous waste is generated in Fleet areas operated by PIOD Fleet employees.
This operational control shall be reviewed with all employees connected with maintenance and management of hazardous waste. Vendors, tenants and contractors working on PIOD Fleet Shops are informed and encouraged to adopt these practices in their working areas.
Employees should always try to minimize the generation of hazardous waste by searching for alternative, greener methods; working on smaller scales when possible; purchasing only the quantities
Hazardous Waste
General Guidelines
Storage
Disposal
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reusing chemicals whenever possible; and recycling chemicals whenever possible.
2 HAZARDOUS WASTE GENERAL GUIDELINES
PIOD Fleet facilities and shops are classified as a Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG).
VSQGs must identify all the hazardous waste generated.
VSQGs may not accumulate more than 1,000 kilograms of hazardous waste at any time.
VSQGs must ensure that hazardous waste is delivered to a person or facility who is authorized to manage it.
Hazardous waste includes any waste that can be dangerous or potentially harmful to our health or the environment. Hazardous waste can be liquids, solids, or contained gases that have properties, such as toxic or flammable. Typical examples of hazardous wastes that a Fleet Facility and/or shop might generate include expired chemicals, spilled mixed chemicals, punctured aerosol cans contents, and even damaged aerosol cans may need to be managed as hazardous waste.
General guidelines for accumulation areas:
Regular inspections Protection from weather and elements Adequate isle space Adequate spill control/clean up kits
3 HAZARDOUS WASTE STORAGE
All hazardous waste containers must be compatible with the waste and in good condition.
Hazardous waste must be stored in a designated area in the Fleet facility and/or shop.
The hazardous waste storage area (referred as Satellite Accumulation Area – SAA) must be in protected areas against rain and storms; SSA should always be provided with secondary
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Secondary containers should remain clean and empty in such a way that their holding capacity is not affected.
Drums or cylinders must always remain closed.
Hazardous waste should be marked with a label with the words “HAZARDOUS WASTE” and identify the content.
Punctured aerosol spray cans contents are considered hazardous waste. Punctured aerosol spray cans are not considered hazardous waste;
therefore, they should be placed into the metal recycling container(s)/dumpster(s) as specified in operational control EMS-FLEET-10.
Cans should be punctured in designated areas, where applicable.
In case of a spill, follow operational control EMS-
FLEET-09.
4 HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL
Once the drum or container is full, it must be transferred to a designated Central Accumulation Area (CAA) in the Fleet facility and/or shop; at this stage, the accumulation start date must be written on the label.
The container must be transported to and received at the CAA or stored for direct shipment from the unit. Hazardous waste must be disposed of by an approved vendor.
Any employee who signs or prepares manifests must undergo DOT training prior to performing this function.
Receipts and/or manifests for all waste generated must be kept at the shop for at least three years and made available for review upon request.
The Facility supervisor from the area is responsible for keeping records of manifest.
Contact the Fleet EMS manager and Facility Supervisors if you have any questions.
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5 REVIEW AND APPROVAL
REVISION # DATE DESCRIPTION OF CHANGE PREPARED BY APPROVED BY
0 06/01/2019 First release of document Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
Top Management
1 9/25/2026 Update Pete Moolah Top Management
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