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WV SERC Conference State Chemical Programs

Join Joe Sizemore, Assistant Chief Inspector of WVDEP, as he discusses the regulations and compliance requirements for hazardous waste management. Learn about the "cradle to grave" system established by RCRA and the common violations to avoid. Other applicable regulations will also be covered. Don't miss this informative session!

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WV SERC Conference State Chemical Programs

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  1. WV SERC ConferenceState Chemical Programs Joe Sizemore, Assistant Chief Inspector WVDEP – Environmental Enforcement

  2. Resource Conservation and Recovery Act • Subtitle C- Hazardous Waste • Title 40 of the Code Federal Regulations (40 CFR) parts 260 – 279 • WV Code Chapter 22 Article 18 • Legislative Rule Title 33, Series 20 (33CSR20) • The Legislative Rules incorporate by reference the Federal Regulations

  3. Subtitle C- Hazardous Waste • Arguably the most notable provisions of RCRA • Establishes the “cradle to grave” system • Regulates from the point of generation, through transportation, storage, treatment and ultimate disposal • Requires stringent record keeping and reporting

  4. Some terms to consider… • Solid waste – a discarded (abandoned, recycled, inherently waste like) material • Solid, liquid, semisolid or a contained gas • Hazardous waste – a waste with properties that make it dangerous or capable of having a harmful effect on human health or the environment. • It must first be a solid waste to be a hazardous waste.

  5. Characteristic Hazardous Waste

  6. “Listed” Wastes • Doesn’t require analytical testing or evaluating the waste’s properties. • EPA made lists of specific waste streams or chemicals that they new posed a threat when disposed of. • Four lists

  7. The Lists • F List – spent solvents, electro plating wastes, dioxin bearing wastes, wood preserving wastes (all non-specific sources) • P and U Lists – commercial chemical products (unused, off spec, container and spill residues) • K List – manufacturing process wastes from specific industries or sources

  8. Common RCRA Violations • Failure to complete a waste determination • Container Management • Closed, labeled and dated • Record Keeping • Contingency Plans

  9. More Applicable Regulations • WV Code §22-11 – Water Pollution Control Act • WV Code §22-12 – Groundwater Protection Act • WV Code §22-15 – Solid Waste Management Act • WV Code §22-30 – Aboveground Storage Tank Act

  10. Thank You!! Questions? Joe Sizemore (304) 926-0499, 1314 joe.m.sizemore@wv.gov

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