Md. Code Regs. 26.13.03.03-6

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 26.13.03.03-6 - Requirements for Accumulation of Hazardous Waste in Containers

A. Except as provided in §B of this regulation, a hazardous waste generator who is accumulating hazardous waste in a container without authorization provided by a permit or interim status shall comply with all provisions of this regulation and the requirements of Regulation .03-10 of this chapter.

B. The requirements of this regulation do not apply to a container being managed in accordance with the requirements for satellite accumulation areas in Regulation .03-3 of this chapter.

C. Condition of Containers. If a container holding hazardous waste is not in good condition, or if a container holding hazardous waste begins to leak, the generator shall immediately:

(1) Transfer the hazardous waste from the container to a container that is in good condition; or

(2) Manage the waste in some other way that complies with the requirements identified in Regulation .03-4 of this chapter.

D. Compatibility of Waste with Container. The generator shall use a container made of or lined with materials that do not react with, and are otherwise compatible with, the hazardous waste to be stored, so that the ability of the container to contain the waste is not impaired.

E. Management of Containers. The generator shall ensure that a container holding hazardous waste:

(1) Is always closed during storage, except when it is necessary to add or remove waste; and

(2) Is not opened, handled, or stored in a manner that may rupture the container or cause it to leak.

F. Inspections. The generator shall:

(1) Inspect each area where a container is stored, at least weekly, looking for leaks and for deterioration of containers and the containment system caused by corrosion or other factors; and

(2) Maintain an inspection log or summary in accordance with the following:

(a) The log or summary documents inspections performed in accordance with §F(1) of this regulation;

(b) The log or summary includes the date and time of each inspection, the name of the inspector, a notation of the observations made, and the date and nature of any repairs made or other remedial actions taken; and

(c) The generator keeps the log on file for a minimum of 3 years from the date of inspection.

G. Special Conditions for Accumulation of Ignitable Waste and Reactive Waste. The generator shall:

(1) Ensure that all containers holding ignitable waste or reactive waste are located at least 15 meters (50 feet) from the facility's property line unless the generator:

(a) Has obtained a written approval from the authority having jurisdiction over the local fire code allowing ignitable or reactive waste to be accumulated within the restricted area; or

(b) Qualifies for the exemption from this requirement under Regulation .01-1D(3) of this chapter that is available to certain persons who qualify as a federally-defined small quantity generator;

(2) Maintain a record of the written approval required by §G(1)(a) of this regulation for as long as the ignitable or reactive waste is accumulated in the otherwise-restricted area; and

(3) Take precautions to prevent accidental ignition or reaction of ignitable or reactive waste by complying with the requirements of COMAR 26.13.05.03G.

H. Special Conditions for Accumulation of Incompatible Wastes. The generator shall comply with the requirements of COMAR 26.13.05.09G.

I. Containment. The generator shall ensure that each area in which hazardous waste is being accumulated in containers meets the requirements of COMAR 26.13.05.09H.

J. Air Emission Standards. The generator shall comply with all applicable requirements of Subparts AA, BB, and CC of 40 CFR Part 265 unless the generator qualifies for the exemption that is available under Regulation .01-1D(4) of this chapter to certain persons who qualify as a federally-defined small quantity generator.

Md. Code Regs. 26.13.03.03-6

Regulations .03-6 adopted 48:9 Md. R. 359, eff. 5/3/2021