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Redstone Arsenal Regulation 200-6

Environmental Quality

Redstone Arsenal Hazardous Material/ Waste Management Program: Hazardous Material/Waste Management Plan

US Army Garrison - Redstone Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898-5000

1 March 2016

UNCLASSIFIED

Attachment J2

USAG - Redstone Regulation 200-6

US Army Garrison Redstone Arsenal, Alabama 35898-5000

Redstone Arsenal REGULATION 200-6

Environmental Quality:

HAZARDOUS MATERIAL/WASTE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

HAZARDOUS MATERIAL/WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN

Official:

WILLIAM L. MARKS, II

COL, LG

Garrison Commander

HISTORY. This printing is an update of the original US Army Garrison (USAG) - Redstone Arsenal Regulation 200-6.

SUMMARY. This procedure establishes a Hazardous Materials/Waste Management Plan for Redstone Arsenal (RSA). It establishes policy, procedures, and responsibilities for all activities to ensure compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and Army regulations (AR).

APPLICABILITY. This regulation applies to all primary elements of the USAG- Redstone; US Army Aviation and Missile Command on RSA; and, by concurrence, to all tenant activities and special assigned units on Redstone Arsenal.

PROPONENT AND EXCEPTION AUTHORITY. The proponent of this regulation is the Chief, Environmental Management Division (EMD), USAG - Redstone. The proponent has the authority to approve exceptions to this regulation that are consistent with law or regulation.

MANAGEMENT CONTROL PROCESS. This regulation does not contain management control provisions in accordance with AR 11-2.

SUGGESTED IMPROVEMENT. Users are invited to send comments and suggested improvements on Department of Army (DA) Form 2028 (Recommended Changes to Publications and Blank Forms) to EMD, IMRE-PWE, USAG - Redstone, 4488 Martin Road, Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898.

DISTRIBUTION. This publication is approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

SUPERSESSION. This document supersedes Regulation 200-6, dated 4 April 2011.

CONTENTS (Listed by paragraph number).

PURPOSE - 1

REFERENCES - 2

POLICY - 3

RESPONSIBILITIES - 4

APPENDIX A - Hazardous Waste Management Instructions APPENDIX B - Hazardous Waste Identification APPENDIX C - Hazardous Waste Handling and Compatibility APPENDIX D - Training Requirements and Documentation APPENDIX E - Hazardous Waste Minimization (HAZMIN) Program APPENDIX F - The Hazardous Waste Management Plan APPENDIX G - Hazardous Materials Management System (HMMS) APPENDIX H - Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) Standard Operating Procedures APPENDIX I - Management and Disposition of Material Potentially Presenting an Explosive Hazard (MPPEH)/Range Residue Plan APPENDIX J - Glossary

1. PURPOSE.

a. This regulation establishes policy, assigns responsibilities and prescribes procedures for a Hazardous Waste Management Plan in accordance with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) of 1976; the Hazardous Waste Management System (40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Parts 122-124, 260-270, 300-372, and 49 CFR, Parts 172-173); the Alabama Department of Environmental Management's Hazardous Management Regulations, Division 14 and AR 200-1, paragraph 6-4b.

b. This regulation provides a single source document available for use by all personnel involved with hazardous materials and waste to ensure proper identification, packaging, storing, transporting, treatment, and/or reporting of hazardous waste on

RSA.

c. This regulation provides guidance to all personnel that are involved with hazardous wastes that are, or could potentially be, reported to federal, state, and/or local environmental agencies and/or items that may ultimately be declared wastes.

d. The regulation describes procedures for proper turn-in of hazardous waste to the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services - Huntsville (DLADS-HSV) for disposal.

2. REFERENCES.

a. Hazardous Waste Management System, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), 40 CFR, Parts 260-270 and 300-372; 49 CFR, Parts 100-185, and subsequent amendments.

b. Division 14, Hazardous Waste Management Program, Revised Effective 31 March 2015.

c. AR 200-1, Environmental Protection and Enhancement, 13 December 2010.

d. Executive Order 12856, 3 August 1993.

3. POLICY.

a. All hazardous waste generated on RSA, regardless of quantity, will be managed, handled, recovered, recycled, reused, containerized, stored, treated, and disposed of in accordance with the state and federal regulations listed in paragraph 1.a.

b. The quantities of hazardous waste generated on RSA will be reduced to the maximum extent possible, as prescribed by the HAZMIN Program at Appendix E.

c. All hazardous materials that are subject to federal, state, and/or local environmental reporting and/or could ultimately be declared a hazardous waste shall be tracked by storage and usage. This data will be maintained by the utilization of the Enterprise Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health-Material Information System (EESOH-MIS) implemented by the AMC Logistics Readiness Center (LRC) and the EMD as set forth by Executive Order 12856. Appendix G outlines the EESOH-MIS Program.

d. All contracts, support agreements, leases, or any other binding agreements will address and set procedures for the management of hazardous waste generated by those contracts and agreements.

e. There will not be any acceptance of any non-DA, non-Army Materiel Command (AMC), or non-Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) hazardous waste by any organizational element or tenant of this command, except by waiver through the procedures established by this regulation.

f. All hazardous waste will be segregated into separate containers in order to prevent mixing of unlike or potentially incompatible chemicals, enhance the potential for recycling, and lower ultimate disposal costs.

g. Disposal of radioactive material will be in accordance with the procedures established by Radiation Safety: US Army Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment Activity Worldwide Radiation Safety Program.

h. All organizations and personnel managing, handling, storing, and treating hazardous waste at RSA will comply with the training and documentation requirements established at Appendix D.

4. RESPONSIBILITIES.

a. The Garrison Commander (IMRE-ZA) is responsible for:

(1) Establishing and conducting hazardous waste procedures in accordance with

AR 200-1.

(2) Maintaining routine liaison with the DLADS-HSV servicing RSA to maintain current information on storage and disposal of hazardous waste.

(3) Serving as chairman of the Environmental Council.

b. The Chief, EMD (IMRE-PWE) is responsible for:

(1) Overall management of hazardous waste (as defined in the glossary) and central coordination of the waste management program at RSA.

(2) Assisting in the disposal of hazardous wastes which fail to meet the handling criterion of DLADS-HSV and do not lend itself to recycling or reuse.

(3) Performing or coordinating surveys of hazardous material handling activities and hazardous waste generation sites. These surveys will evaluate waste management practices of generators and will be followed up with guidance or requirements for corrective action where necessary.

(4) Maintaining records and serving as the point of coordination with all federal, state, and local authorities on matters concerning material/waste management.

(5) Ensuring compliance with the laws, procedures, and regulations governing hazardous waste by the activities and tenants of RSA.

(6) Providing guidance to assist generators in obtaining the analysis of hazardous waste and suspected hazardous waste.

(7) Notifying Commander, Fox Army Medical Center, of any hazardous waste incident involving personnel exposure.

(8) Serving as a member of the Environmental Council, as well as advisor and point of contact on procedural and technical matters for the Environmental Council.

c. The Director, AMC-LRC is responsible for:

(1) Providing on-post transportation of explosive or reactive wastes.

(2) Providing storage space and/or disposal for explosive contaminated reactive waste (Class V).

(3) Providing all information necessary from the EESOH-MIS to the EMD to ensure compliance with all Emergency Planning Community Right-to-Know Act regulations.

(4) Serving as a Member of the Environmental Council.

d. The Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind is responsible for maintaining an adequate supply of Department Of Transportation (DOT) approved Performance Oriented Packaging (POP) containers that meet the United Nations (UN) standard as listed in 49 CFR 178.503.

e. The Chief, DLADS-HSV is responsible for:

(1) Disposition of all hazardous waste generated at RSA except chemical/biological/nuclear warfare agents, radioactive wastes, waste containing explosives and propellants, unique or unstable/reactive laboratory waste, and hazardous waste destined for off-site disposal outside of DLADS-HSVs contracting responsibilities.

(2) Storing all accepted hazardous waste in Conforming Storage Facilities, inspecting and maintaining inspection logs, and record keeping in accordance with the procedures established in the RSA Part B Hazardous Waste Facility Permit, 30 September 2010.

(3) Properly manifesting all hazardous waste being transported to final disposal sites (except those exempted above in paragraph 4e (1)).

(4) Accepting accountability of all property identified as hazardous waste (except those exempted above in paragraph 4e (1)) in approved non-leaking, safe to handle containers.

(5) Assisting the Environmental Coordinator (EC) in providing detailed guidance for proper handling and recycling of hazardous waste.

(6) Full participation in any RSA/DA hazardous waste tracking effort.

(7) Serving as a member of the Environmental Council.

f. The Chief, Legal Office (AMSAM-L), is responsible for:

(1) Serving as legal counsel for the Environmental Council and the EMD.

(2) Reviewing environmental correspondence, permits, contracts, actions, and other documents as required, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and laws.

(3) Assisting in the identification and interpretation of regulatory requirements impacting hazardous waste management.

g. The Commander, Fox Army Medical Center (MCXW-C), is responsible for:

(1) Providing medical surveillance of all eligible persons with the potential for exposure to hazardous waste.

(2) Serving as a member of the Environmental Council.

h. The Chief, Garrison Safety (IMRE-SO), is responsible for:

(1) Providing guidance and assistance to the EC as needed regarding employee safety during the management, treatment, storage, disposal, handling, and cleanup of hazardous waste.

(2) Managing radiological wastes and any wastes that consist of a combination of radiological and hazardous wastes (mixed wastes).

(3) Serving as a member of the Environmental Council.

i. The Chiefs of the primary organizational elements are responsible for:

(1) Complying with the provisions and procedures of this regulation.

(2) Appointing points of contact (POC) to facilitate the management of hazardous waste within their organization and providing a written memorandum to EMD identifying the POC and an alternate. Through the POCs, the Chiefs are responsible for ensuring that hazardous wastes generated by their organizations are managed in an environmentally and legally acceptable manner. This will include ensuring that:

(a) Hazardous wastes are stored and handled as indicated in Appendix A, paragraph 2b (Storage Procedures); and Appendix C, Hazardous Waste Handling and Compatibility.

(b) Hazardous wastes are not stored for more than three days at a satellite accumulation point, if the quantity has reached 55 gallons. Hazardous wastes shall not be stored for more than 90 days at an approved 90-day hazardous waste accumulation point.

(c) All hazardous material/hazardous waste is tracked. This includes all such items that are surveyed, acquired, discovered, or otherwise in possession of the generator. Tracking and record keeping will ensue from the time of initial possession until the time of turn-in to DLADS-HSV or other entity authorized by the EC.

(3) Ensuring that the personnel under their supervision who deal with hazardous waste are trained annually in accordance with the requirements set forth in Appendix D.

(4) Verifying the integrity and security of all waste generated in their areas of responsibility.

(5) Surveying their facilities and providing reports on hazardous waste generation, management, handling, and storage as requested by the EC.

(6) Coordinating with the EC regarding all matters related to hazardous waste.

(7) Providing detailed guidance through written standing operating procedures (SOPs) for the management of hazardous waste in their areas of responsibility. These SOPs will be coordinated with the EMD before promulgation.

(8) Transferring hazardous wastes to the DLADS-HSV in coordination with the

EC.

(9) Mitigating any spills of hazardous waste through the procedures established in the "Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan/Installation Spill Contingency Plan (ISCP) for Oil and Hazardous Substances."

(10) Serving as members of the Environmental Council, as requested.

j. The EC is responsible for:

(1) Overseeing the hazardous materials/waste storage and tracking operations of assigned organizations.

(2) Supporting the assigned organizations in compliance with matters relating to the management, storage, transportation, treatment, turn-in, and disposal of hazardous materials/waste.

(3) Inspecting hazardous material/waste areas and providing assistance to ensure material is being managed in compliance with all federal, state, and DA regulations.

APPENDIX A - HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

1. CONCEPT.

a. All hazardous waste, regardless of the quantity generated, must be controlled and managed to ensure compliance with the EESOH-MIS and this regulation.

b. Each generator has the responsibility to manage, store, and dispose of hazardous waste by established procedures.

c. Chemicals may be turned in to the DLADS-HSV with prior approval by the EC.

Chemicals that are approved for direct turn-in will be marked hazardous materials on the turn-in document (Department of Defense (DD) Form 1348-1A) unless designated as predetermined hazardous waste by definition in the Glossary. This waste must be packaged in proper UN approved POP containers that are non-leaking, safe to handle and able to withstand normal storage and handling.

2. PROCEDURES.

a. Turn-In Procedures.

(1) All hazardous waste generated at RSA must be collected and segregated to the greatest extent possible. Each barrel, drum, box, or container will identify the hazardous waste it contains by listing the container contents, accumulation start date, and proper waste codes. Containers may be obtained from the AIDB. The generator is responsible for obtaining all containers used for turn-in to the DLADS-HSV.

(2) All hazardous waste, except for unique laboratory waste, unstable/reactive, radioactive, chemical/biological/nuclear warfare agent waste, will be turned into the DLADS-HSV unless the EC determines this not to be in the best interest of RSA. All hazardous waste will be packaged in approved POP containers. The DLADS-HSV will not accept containers that are leaking, dented, rusted, or bulging. Turn-in activities are to be coordinated with the EC to preclude any problems concerning proper packaging and waste containers.

(3) Hazardous Property turned in to DLADS-HSV must be described on DD Form 1348-1A unless otherwise directed by the DLADS-HSV. A completed “Hazardous Material/Hazardous Waste Profile Form” must accompany the DD Form 1348-1A. A Hazardous Waste Profile Form must be provided for each waste stream initially and must be updated yearly.

The generator must coordinate with the EC to obtain a Waste Profile Number and information on proper marking and labeling.

(4) All generators must prepare documentation for turn-in to DLADS-HSV. The DD Form 1348-1A, Disposal Turn in Document (DTID), must be provided for each container of hazardous waste and must reflect the following:

(a) Valid National Stock Number and product name as catalogued in the supply system, or Local Stock Number/Federal Stock Class and chemical name of hazardous components or federal supply classification SB 708-21.

(b) Billing Department of Defense Activity Address Code.

(c) Exact weight in pounds including container weight.

(d) Turn-in address to include POC and phone number.

(e) Cost center identified in the lower left corner of the DD Form 1348-1A.

(5) Hazardous Material/Hazardous Waste Profile Form.

(a) Turn-in activities are required to provide a Hazardous Material/Hazardous Waste Profile Form. The forms can be obtained from the EC. A Hazardous Material/Hazardous Waste Profile Form is required with turn-ins of (1) hazardous waste,

(2) used and/or opened Hazardous Material that meets the definition of a hazardous waste when discarded and, (3) discarded, out-of-date, and/or off-specification hazardous material.

(b) Generators will complete the Profile Sheet by providing requested information. The abbreviation “N/A” will be entered in blocks that are not applicable.

The material composition for each component shall be identified by estimating the range (in percentages) in which the component is present. The information may be based on user's knowledge provided supporting documentation is enclosed.

(c) Chemical analysis is required if documentation is not available to support user's knowledge. Examples of documentation are descriptions of waste production processes including raw materials, end products, and other intermittent sources of waste or historical/published data on the process or waste. Analysis on open containers of hazardous material/waste by a chemical lab is preferable. All analyses should be completed through the Base Operations Support Contractor Lab, 256-876-4062, unless otherwise authorized by the EC.

(d) If technical data exists (i.e., Manufacturer’s Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) or generator knowledge of the contents along with supporting documentation), the requirements for turn-in are satisfied under most circumstances. Additionally, certain information is required for flammable solutions and corrosive solutions as defined by 49 CFR 172, DOT regulations. Data for flammables must include Flash Point (FP). Corrosive solutions must be accompanied by a value for corrosivity on the scale provided by 49 CFR 173.137(a)-(c). Values for FP, Boiling Point, and corrosivity must be indicated on a waste profile sheet. This information is needed to properly complete DOT shipping papers. The contents of the containers must be verified by a knowledgeable person whose name will be noted on the Hazardous Material/Hazardous Waste Profile Form.

(6) Acceptance/Rejection of Documentation or Property.

(a) All generator activities will process their documentation for turn-in to the DLADS-HSV through their assigned EC.

(b) The EC will inspect containers and ensure all documentation is complete and acceptable to the DLADS-HSV and provide any additional assistance in resolving generator discrepancies concerning turn-in documentation and proper containerization.

(c) The DLADS-HSV will coordinate with each generating activity to schedule turn-in. The DLADS-HSV will direct the generator to deliver waste to the DLADS-HSV yard or the Hazardous Waste Storage Facility (HWSF), as applicable.

(7) If at any time the waste is determined to have been misidentified by the generator, it will be rejected by the DLADS-HSV. The generator will be contacted and advised to pick up the property within seven (7) working days. A discrepancy report will be provided to the EC.

(8) The DLADS-HSV will not accept controlled medical property (Federal Supply classification 6505 – Drugs, Biological, and Official Reagents).

(9) If the DLADS-HSV does not accept waste based on some physical criteria (e.g., inadequate or leaking containers, missing labels, unidentified components, etc), the generator shall coordinate with an EC and take all steps necessary to correct the discrepancy. The generator will retain accountability of the waste, including its disposal, and will coordinate with the assigned EC to ensure proper disposal.

b. Storage Procedures.

(1) While storing hazardous waste, generators must:

(a) Inform the proper EC of the type and approximate quantity of waste generation.

(b) Maintain all 90-day waste generation/storage locations in accordance with

40 CFR 262-265.

(c) Do a visible inspection of all satellite accumulation points on a regular basis.

(d) Maintain a record keeping system for all 90-day storage locations for waste as outlined by 40 CFR 262-265. This system shall track the type and quantity of waste from generation to turn-in.

(e) Store the waste in POP containers that are in good condition (i.e., not leaking, rusted, bulging, or dented). If this is not possible, place the waste in another container that is compatible with the waste.

(f) Store liquid or sludge-type wastes in non-leaking safe-to-handle drums ONLY.

(g) Keep the containers closed at all times except when it is necessary to add, sample, or remove waste.

(h) Mark the containers using either a label or an indelible broad stroke marker with the words "Hazardous Waste," chemical name or words identifying the origin of the waste stream, the EPA waste code number, and the accumulation start date on each container.

(i) Maintain aisle space sufficient to enable inspection of all containers.

(2) A generator may accumulate up to 55 gallons of hazardous waste or one quart of acutely hazardous waste at the site of initial generation. The accumulation start date, under these conditions, is set by the day that the last drop of waste is deposited in the container. The generator has three days from this date to move the waste to an approved 90-day storage facility for disposition.

(3) The EMD may approve the establishment of a 90-day storage area that meets all regulatory requirements. The generator may then store waste for up to 90 days within the specified area. This accumulation period begins on the day that the last drop of waste is deposited in the container. Before the 90 days has lapsed, the generator must turn in and remove the waste for disposition. The cost for design and construction of 90-day storage facilities shall be assumed by the generating activity.

(4) Generators must collect and segregate wastes into individual containers whenever feasible. For example, if trichloroethylene is the generated waste, then all trichloroethylene generated should be placed in a single container or containers (depending upon quantity). By this method, chemical integrity is maintained and disposal or recycling is simplified. In addition, this ensures that disposal costs are kept to an absolute minimum.

(5) If the waste generated is a mixture resulting from a particular process, then that mixture's integrity must be maintained by not mixing it further with anything else.

(6) Every effort must be made to prevent any mixing of incompatible waste or materials that may cause the potential for reaction, fire, or explosion. Containers of incompatible waste must not be stored adjacent to each other. If wastes must be stored in the same general area, they will be separated by space or a physical barrier that will preclude accidental mixing in the event of a spill. A physical barrier is preferred.

(7) All records generated regarding the inspection of hazardous waste storage areas must include the following:

(a) For 90-day storage:

- Reflect container(s) condition: If container(s) are open, if any rust, cracks, bulges, or leaks are present.

- Record container(s) markings: Proper accumulation start date, proper labeling, and proper container content markings.

- Record the storage structure condition: Any structural deterioration, if there is adequate aisle space present between containers, and any corrective action taken for repairs.

- Verify ability to orally communicate in case of emergency (by phone, cell phone, two way radio, etc.).

- List all spill control features located in storage facility: If empty drums/over packs are available, if unused absorbent material available, if personal protective equipment available (i.e., gloves, boots, clothing, respirators, and eye protection).

- Record function status of facility emergency eyewash/shower.

- Record container(s) removal date and receiving waste facility.

(b) For Part B storage:

- Record date container(s) received, generator name, and contact number.

- Reflect container(s) condition: If container(s) are open, if any rust, cracks, bulges, or leaks are present.

- Record container(s) markings: Proper accumulation start date, proper labeling, and proper container content markings.

- Record the storage structure condition: Any structural deterioration, if there is adequate aisle space present between containers, and any corrective action taken for repairs.

- Record if the facility phone is functioning.

- List all spill control features located in storage facility: If empty drums/over packs are available, if unused absorbent material available, if personal protective equipment available (i.e., gloves, boots, clothing, respirators, and eye protection).

- Record function status of facility emergency eyewash/shower.

- Record container(s) removal date and receiving waste facility.

- Record number and size of containers.

(c) The generator may be required to transport the waste to the HWSF depending on his/her transportation capability. If the generator has no capability, the generator must arrange with Logistics Division Contractor Services for the transportation of the waste to the HWSF.

(d) At the HWSFs operated by the DLADS-HSV, DLADS-HSV will retain accountability of the hazardous waste. The DLADS-HSV is responsible for the proper storage and removal of the hazardous waste from RSA. The DLADS-HSV has the responsibility for inspecting the integrity and security of the hazardous waste while it is retained in the DLADS-HSV HWSFs. Proper maintenance of the HWSF is also the responsibility of the DLADS-HSV. The EMD will render support in regard to DLADS- HSVs management of hazardous waste by executing all necessary work orders (i.e., Individual Work Orders, Individual Job Orders).

c. Treatment and Disposal Procedures.

(1) The DLADS-HSV must follow EPA approved methods while disposing of any hazardous waste.

(2) Certain wastes are approved at this time for thermal treatment at RSA’s demolition area. These wastes are propellant, explosive and pyrophoric related, or are liquids contaminated with these wastes. These wastes are considered as unusually unstable and dangerous, and require special handling. These hazardous wastes must be coordinated for treatment with the Explosive Storage and Demolition Branch (ESDB), building 8700. Prior arrangements must be coordinated with ESDB before delivery.

(3) If wastes are unsuitable for disposal by the methods described in (1) and (2) above, the generator shall contact the EMD/EC to make arrangements for proper disposal.

(4) All records pertaining to hazardous waste disposal must be kept for three years after the closing of the facility maintaining such records.

3. MANIFESTING AND RECORDKEEPING.

a. The generation of hazardous waste will be documented as to location and date of generation, identity, quantity, characteristics, and disposition (i.e., turned in to DLADS-HSV or open burned).

b. Whenever hazardous waste is moved, turned in, stored, or disposed of by DLADS-HSV or ESDB, a DD Form 1348-1A and a Hazardous Material/Hazardous Waste Profile Form must be completed. The generator, DLADS-HSV, and ESDB will retain copies of the above on file in accordance with paragraph 2c (4) above.

Additionally, DA Form 581 will be required for the turn-in of munitions to ESDB.

4. INSPECTIONS.

a. The DLADS-HSV shall ensure weekly inspections are conducted at the Hazardous Waste Storage Facilities assigned to the DLADS-HSV. The EMD shall ensure weekly inspections are conducted at the Hazardous Waste Storage Facilities under EMD control. All inspections will be documented on an approved inspection log.

b. Individual generators shall develop a plan for inspections on a weekly basis and appoint inspectors to inspect and report on conditions within their areas of responsibility as outlined by 40 CFR 262 and 265. All storage sites at the generator locations must be inspected weekly.

c. The Fire Department shall notify the EMD immediately of any incident or condition involving hazardous materials or hazardous waste (i.e., leakage, spill, improper handling, or storage) observed during fire prevention or pre-fire planning inspections.

d. The Garrison Safety Office is required to inspect all workplaces on RSA in accordance with AR 385-10 (The Army Safety Program, dated 29 February 2000), Chapter 4, and Installation Management Agency guidance from the Southeast Region Office. The Garrison Safety Office, in accordance with the AMCOM Safety Office and tenant activities, will notify the EMD of locations where hazardous material and hazardous waste are improperly stored.

e. The EMD shall perform Environmental Performance Assessment Systems inspections annually. Any discrepancy discovered shall be corrected by the offender within 14 working days unless otherwise specified by the EMD/EC. Inspections will be documented and copies of reports of inspections provided to the inspected facilities and activities upon request.

f. Representatives of the EMD will conduct random inspections of storage, treatment, and generator activities to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements and the provisions of this regulation. The purpose of these inspections will be to ensure proper waste identification, storage practices (including labeling, marking, container integrity, and security), and record keeping. Generators will document discrepancies discovered during inspections and take corrective actions immediately. The generator will also document corrective action and notify the EMD in appropriate cases (e.g., hazardous waste spill, misidentified turn-in, etc).

5. WAIVERS.

a. There will be no storage, treatment, or disposal of non-DOD, non-DA, non-AMC, non-AMCOM, or non-Garrison hazardous waste at RSA by any activity without approval by the Garrison Commander.

b. All waiver requests must be submitted to, reviewed, and recommended by the EMD for forwarding to higher authority.

c. Once a waiver is approved, storage, treatment, or disposal actions may proceed with coordination with proper activities.

d. The only exception to obtaining a waiver for acceptance of any non-RSA waste is when an imminent danger exists to the public if the waste is not taken. In such an event, a waiver from higher headquarters is not required. However, coordination with and approval from the EMD is required prior to any acceptance of such waste.

6. PERSONNEL TRAINING.

a. Facility personnel involved in the management, handling, storage, disposal, and transportation of hazardous waste must comply with training requirements as set forth in 40 CFR, Part 264.16. This training is designed to inform personnel of the hazards of handling hazardous waste, the use of emergency and monitoring equipment, and the provisions of the various laws and regulations as provided in this and other regulations as described in Appendix D.

b. The training may be formal classroom or on-the-job training as supervisors deem necessary. However, on-the-job training must be instructed by a responsible individual that has received formal training.

c. All personnel involved in the management, handling, storage, disposal, or transportation of hazardous waste must be trained or instructed within six months of start of hazardous material/waste work assignment. Employees must not work unsupervised with hazardous waste until they have been trained or instructed in the proper procedures and precautions of handling such waste.

d. Every employee involved in handling hazardous waste must attend an annual review of this initial training. This review training must be documented in the employee's training record in accordance with 40 CFR, Part 264.16.

e. Supervisors of employees handling, storing, disposing, or transporting hazardous waste must maintain the following:

(1) A written job description, job title, and employee’s name for each position that is involved with hazardous waste. These items must be kept by the employee’s supervisor and be made available for review by authorized personnel.

(2) A written description of the type and amount of both introductory and continuing training that will be or has been given to each employee.

f. Training records on current personnel must be kept until closure of the activity or facility. Training records on former employees must be kept for three years from the date the employee last worked at the activity or facility.

7. ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL.

a. The Redstone Environmental Council will serve as the Environmental Quality Control Committee as required in AR 200-1, paragraph 15-11.

b. As required by AR 200-1, the Environmental Council is established to serve as a forum for discussions of environmental problems and initiatives to include hazardous waste/materials management problems and issues. The Environmental Council is informal and chaired by the Installation Commander or his designated representative.

c. The Environmental Council will convene quarterly or as deemed necessary.

d. The Environmental Council advises the Installation Commander on environmental priorities, policies, strategies, and programs. The purposes of the Environmental Council include, but are not limited to:

(1) Resolving and coordinating all recycling efforts and disposal program issues and plans.

(2) Considering and optimizing recycling operations to minimize the generation of hazardous waste.

(3) Assisting the EMD of each site in implementing the Hazardous Waste Management Plan (Appendix F).

(4) Assisting in the resolution of program conflicts.

(5) Coordinating alternate storage and disposal plans.

(6) Planning and coordinating the minimization of hazardous waste generations to meet the HAZMIN goals as stated in the HAZMIN Plan.

e. The membership of the Environmental Council is listed in a charter in the Environmental Office.

f. In addition to the membership identified in the charter, individual generators of hazardous waste are required to attend as regular members. The generators will be determined and appointed by the chairman of the Environmental Council.

8. HAZARDOUS WASTE STORAGE AND DISPOSAL ACTIVITIES.

a. HWSF - Buildings 8621-8625 and 8630-8633, phone 256-876-6401.

b. Explosive Demolition Area - Buildings 8404 and 8700, phone 256-876-1332.

c. DLADS-HSV - Building 7408, phone 256-842-2532.

9. HAZARDOUS WASTE POINTS OF CONTACT AT REDSTONE ARSENAL.

a. EMD, phone 256-876-6122.

b. Explosive Storage and Demolition Branch, Logistics Services Division, phone 256-876-1332.

c. DLADS-HSV, phone 256-842-0614.

d. Redstone Arsenal Environmental Laboratory, phone 256-876-4062.

e. Installation On-Scene Spill Coordinator, EMD, phone 256-876-6122.

f. Environmental Coordinators, EMD, phone 256-876-6122.

g. To report a spill, contact the Fire Department Emergency at 911, then state your location as being on Redstone Arsenal.

APPENDIX B - HAZARDOUS WASTE IDENTIFICATION

a. Generators, managers, treaters, storers, and/or disposers of spent material and process waste are to use this list as guidance in determining whether or not the spent material or process waste can be considered a hazardous waste.

b. If a spent material or process waste is a solid waste and is not listed in 40 CFR, Part 261 Appendix VII or Appendix VIII, the criteria characteristics described therein will be used to determine whether waste is hazardous or not. If the generator, manager, treater, storer, and/or disposer is in doubt of whether a spent material or process waste is hazardous or not, the waste must be considered hazardous and handled as hazardous waste until determined otherwise by an EC.

2. CRITERIA.

a. When making a determination as to whether a waste is a hazardous waste, one must first determine if the waste meets the definition of a solid waste. The definition of a solid waste is: Any solid, liquid, or gas that is not specifically excluded by 40 CFR, Part 261 Appendix VII or Appendix VIII. It may include any garbage, refuse, sludge, or any other industrial, maintenance, or laboratory waste intended for discard.

b. Criteria for identifying a hazardous waste.

(1) A solid waste (as defined above) may be a hazardous waste if it exhibits a characteristic or characteristics that:

(a) Causes or significantly contributes to an increase in mortality or serious irreversible or incapacitating reversible illness.

(b) Poses a substantial present or potential hazard to human health or the environment while being treated, stored, transported, disposed of, or otherwise managed.

(c) Exhibits hazardous characteristics as determined by MSDS, laboratory analysis, and/or by documented user knowledge.

(2) Additionally, it may be classed as a hazardous waste if:

(a) It has been found fatal to humans in low doses.

(b) It contains any of the toxic characteristics as detailed in 40 CFR, Part 261, Subpart C and exceeds the regulatory limits listed therein.

(c) It is a listed waste detailed in 40 CFR, Part 261, Subpart D. Details regarding a listed hazardous waste can be found in Section III below.

(3) Hazardous waste falls under two broad categories: characteristic wastes and listed wastes. The details of these are discussed below in Sections II and III, respectively.

3. CHARACTERISTIC HAZARDOUS WASTE

a. Characteristic wastes are determined by criteria set for four parameters:

ignitability, corrosivity, reactivity, and toxicity. These are described in more detail below.

b. These characteristics can be:

(1) Measured by available standardized test methods which are designated in 40 CFR; or

(2) Reasonably detected by the generators of hazardous waste through their knowledge of the waste.

c. Hazardous waste is assigned an EPA Hazardous Waste Number as shown in 40 CFR, Part 261, Subpart C. These are based on the four characteristics of ignitability, corrosivity, reactivity, and toxicity.

4. CHARACTERISTICS OF IGNITABILITY.

a. Waste exhibits ignitability if it:

(1) Is a liquid, other than a solution containing less than 24 percent alcohol by volume, and has a flashpoint less than 60 degrees Celsius (140 degrees Fahrenheit) as determined by Pensky-Martens Closed Cup Tester, using the test method specified in American Society for Testing and Materials ASTM Standard D-93-79 or D-93-80, or Setaflash Closed Cup Tester, using the test method specified in ASTM Standard D- 3278-78, or an equivalent test method approved under procedures set forth in 40 CFR, Parts 260.20 and 260.21.

(2) Is not a liquid and is capable, under standard temperature and pressure, of causing fire through friction, absorption of moisture or spontaneous chemical changes and, when ignited, burns so vigorously and persistently that it creates a hazard.

(3) Is an ignitable compressed gas as defined in 49 CFR, Part 173.300.

(4) Is an oxidizer as defined in 49 CFR, Part 173.127.

b. Waste that exhibits the characteristics of ignitability has the EPA Hazardous Waste Number of D001.

5. CHARACTERISTICS OF CORROSIVITY.

a. Waste exhibits corrosivity if it:

(1) Is aqueous and has a pH less than or equal to 2.0 or greater than or equal to

12.5 as determined by a pH meter using Method 9040 in “Test Methods for Evaluating Solid Waste, Physical/Chemical Methods,” EPA publication SW-846.

(2) Is a liquid and corrodes steel (SAE 1020) at a rate greater than 6.35 mm (0.25 inch) per year at a temperature of 55 degree Celsius (130 degrees Fahrenheit) as determined by method TM-01-69 in EPA publication SW-846.

b. Waste that exhibits the characteristics of corrosivity has the EPA Hazardous Waste Number of D002.

6. CHARACTERISTICS OF REACTIVITY.

a. Waste exhibits reactivity if it has any of the following properties:

(1) Is normally unstable and readily undergoes violent change without detonation.

(2) Reacts violently with water.

(3) Forms potentially explosive mixtures with water.

(4) When mixed with water, it generates toxic gases, vapors, or fumes in sufficient quantities to present a hazard to health or the environment.

(5) It is a cyanide or sulfide bearing waste which, when exposed to pH conditions between 2 and 12.5, can generate toxic gases, vapors, or fumes in sufficient quantities to present a hazard to health or the environment.

(6) Is capable of detonation or explosive reaction if subjected to a strong initiating source or if heated under confinement.

(7) Is readily capable of detonation or explosive decomposition or reaction at standard temperature and pressure.

(8) Is a forbidden explosive as defined in 49 CFR, Part 173.51; or a Class A explosive as defined in 49 CFR, Part 173.53; or a Class B explosive as defined in 49 CFR, Part 173.88.

b. Waste that exhibits the characteristics of reactivity has the EPA Hazardous Waste Number D003.

7. TOXICITY CHARACTERISTIC.

a. A solid waste exhibits the characteristic of toxicity if, using the test methods described in 40 CFR, Part 261.24, a representative sample of the waste contains any of the contaminants listed in table 1 of 40 CFR, Part 261.24 at the concentration equal to or greater than the value indicated in table 1 at the concentration equal to or greater than the respective value given in that table.

b. The corresponding EPA Hazardous Waste Number is also identified in table 1.

8. LISTED HAZARDOUS WASTE.

a. Listed hazardous wastes are indicated in 40 CFR, Part 261, Subpart D.

b. These consist of four waste categories and are coded as F, K, U, and P followed by a three-digit numeral (e.g., F003). The F codes identify non-specific source wastes (i.e., certain mixed wastes). The K codes apply to certain specific sources (i.e., waste water treatment sludges, industrial operation wastes). The U and P coded wastes are specific waste chemical products that are toxic or acutely toxic, respectively.

c. The specific waste, including its corresponding EPA Hazardous Waste Code number, is listed in 40 CFR, Part 261, Subpart D.

APPENDIX C - HAZARDOUS WASTE HANDLING AND COMPATIBILITY

a. Hazardous wastes and hazardous materials have the potential for violent reaction, fire, generation of poison gases, and explosion if mixed with other chemicals or compounds not compatible with them.

b. All efforts must be made to keep incompatible waste and materials from coming in contact with one another to avoid the above results.

c. The mixing of waste and materials, in addition to causing potential risks, increases the burden on the generators for analysis and identification of the waste at such time as they are turned in to the DLADS-HSV for disposal. By maintaining proper segregation and identification, the procedure for turn-in and disposal is simplified.

2. PROCEDURES.

a. Storage and Handling.

(1) Generators will abide by all requirements set forth in Appendix A, paragraph 2b Storage Procedures.

(2) Generators must collect and segregate wastes into individual containers whenever feasible. For example, if trichloroethylene is the generated waste, then all trichloroethylene generated should be placed in a single container or containers depending upon quantity. By this method, chemical integrity is maintained and disposal or recycling is simplified.

(3) If waste generated is a mixture resulting from a particular process, then that mixture's integrity must be maintained by not mixing it with anything else.

(4) Every effort must be made to prevent any mixing of incompatible waste or materials which might cause the potential for reaction, fire, or explosion. Containers of incompatible waste must not be stored adjacent to each other and, if stored in the same general area, will preferably have a physical barrier precluding accidental mixing in the event of a spill.

(5) The list in paragraph 5b below is provided as a general guide for preventing mixing of incompatible waste. Although this list is provided for general guidance on storage and disposal, each action or chemical must be investigated individually to ensure compatibility.

b. Compatibility List.

The following list should be used as a general guide only for separation of waste types.

The list is broken down into broad groups (1, 2, 3, etc.) and subgroups (A and B). No chemical type from a group should be mixed with another group or subgroup. This rule applies to the accumulation of differing waste products and the storage of those products. The consequences indicated are general in nature but provide information as to the risks of integration of chemicals from one group with another group. This list was extracted from 40 CFR, Part 265, Appendix V.

GROUP 1

A B Acetylene sludge Acid Sludge Alkaline caustic liquids Acid and water Alkaline cleaner Battery acid Alkaline corrosive liquids Chemical cleaners Alkaline corrosive battery fluid Electrolyte, acid Caustic wastewater Etching acid Lime sludge and other corrosive alkalis Pickling liquid and other corrosive acids Lime Wastewater Spent acid Lime and water Spent mixed acid Spent Caustic Spend sulfuric acid Potential Consequences: Heat generation; violent reaction.

GROUP 2

A B Aluminum Any waste in Group 1-A or 1-B Beryllium Calcium Lithium Magnesium Potassium Sodium Zinc Powder Other reactive metals and metal hydrides Potential Consequences: Fire or explosion; generation of flammable hydrogen.

GROUP 3

A B Alcohols Any waste in Groups 1-A or 1-B Water Calcium Lithium Metal hydrides Potassium

S02 C12 SOC13 PC13

CH3SiCl3 and other water-reactive waste Potential Consequences: Fire, explosion or heat generation; generation of flammable or toxic gases.

GROUP 4

A B Alcohols Concentrated Aldehydes Group 1-A or 1-B wastes Halogenated hydrocarbons Group 2-A wastes Nitrated hydrocarbons Unsaturated hydrocarbons Other reactive organic compounds and solvents Potential Consequences: Fire, explosion or violent reaction.

GROUP 5

A B Spent cyanide and sulfide solutions Group 1-B wastes Potential Consequences: Generation of toxic hydrogen cyanide or hydrogen sulfide gas.

GROUP 6

A B Chlorates Acetic acid and other organic acids Chlorine Concentrated mineral acids Chlorites Group 2-A wastes Chromic acid Group 4-A wastes Hypochlorites Other flammable wastes Nitrates and combustible wastes Nitric acid, fuming Perchlorates Permanganates Peroxides and other strong oxidizers Potential Consequences: Fire, explosion, or violent reaction.

APPENDIX D - TRAINING REQUIREMENTS AND DOCUMENTATION

a. All Redstone Arsenal personnel supervising, handling, storing, or disposing of hazardous waste must receive annual training that instructs them regarding the performance of their duties in a manner to achieve regulatory compliance.

b. A supervisor or instructor who has received formal classroom training may administer on-site/on-job training but only with advance approval of the EMD. Such training must be formally documented.

c. All documentation of training must meet the criteria and requirements of paragraph 2(e) below and be maintained on file for at least 3 years at the employee's work location. All records must be made easily accessible and available to state/federal regulatory agencies or the EC on request.

2. PERSONNEL TRAINING.

a. The following requirements are paraphrased from the ADEM Management Regulations, Division 14 Hazardous Waste Program Regulation:

Personnel Training - Facility personnel must 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. The owner or operator must ensure that this program is documented as required under paragraph 2(e).

(1) This program must be directed by a person trained in hazardous waste management procedures and must include instruction which teaches facility personnel hazardous waste management procedures (including contingency plan implementation) relevant to the position in which they are employed.

(2) The training program must be designed to ensure that facility 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.

- Key parameters for automatic waste feed cut-off systems.

- Communications or alarm systems.

- Response to fires or explosions.

- Response to ground water contamination incidents.

- Shutdown of operations.

(3) Facility personnel must successfully complete the program required within 6 months after the date of their employment or assignment to a facility, or to a new position at a facility. Employees hired must not work in unsupervised positions until they have completed the training requirements of this section.

(4) Facility personnel must take part in an annual review.

(5). Supervisors must maintain the following documents and records at the facility on each employee assigned to, working with or trained in Hazardous Waste Handling:

- 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 listed under paragraph 2e (1) of this Appendix. This description may be consistent in its degree of specificity with descriptions for other similar positions in the same company location or bargaining unit, but must include the requisite skill, education, any additional qualifications, and duties of facility personnel assigned to 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 listed under paragraph 2e (1) of this Appendix.

- Records, which document that the training or job experience required under this section has been given to, and completed by, facility personnel.

- Training records on current personnel must be kept until closure of the facility.

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