Kan. Admin. Regs. § 28-29-21

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 50, December 12, 2024

Section 28-29-21 - Storage of solid wastes

(a) General. The owner or occupant or both of any premise, business establishment, or industrial plant shall provide sanitary storage for all solid waste not classified as hazardous wastes produced on his or her property which meets standards set forth in these regulations and the official plan for the area. All solid waste shall be stored so that it: does not attract disease vectors; does not provide shelter or a breeding place for disease vectors; does not create a health or safety hazard; is not unsightly; and the production of offensive odors is minimized. Each premise shall be provided with a sufficient number of acceptable containers to accommodate all solid waste materials other than bulky wastes that accumulate on the premises between scheduled removals of these materials. On premises where the quantity of solid wastes generated is sufficient to make the use of individual storage containers impractical, bulk containers may be used for storage of refuse. The bulk container may be equipped with compaction equipment and shall be a size, design, and capacity compatible with the collection equipment. Containers shall be constructed of durable metal or plastic material, be easily cleaned, and be equipped with tight-fitting lids or doors that can be easily closed and opened.

(b) Specific storage standards.

(1) Garbage and putrescible wastes shall be stored in:

(A) Rigid containers that are durable, rust resistant, nonabsorbent, water tight, and rodent proof. The container shall be easily cleaned, fixed with close-fitting lids, fly-tight covers, and provided with suitable handles or bails to facilitate handling;

(B) Rigid containers equipped with disposable liners made of reinforced kraft paper or polyethylene or other similar material designed for storage of garbage;

(C) Nonrigid disposable bags designed for storage of garbage. The bag shall be provided with a wallhung or free standing holder which supports and seals the bag; prevents insects, rodents, and animals from access to the contents; and prevents rain and snow from falling into the bag; or

(D) Other types of containers meeting the requirements of 16 Code of Federal Regulations Chapter II Subchapter B, part 1301 in effect June 13, 1977, and paragraph (a) of this regulation and that are acceptable to the collection agency.

(2) Mixed refuse. When putrescible wastes and nonputrescible refuse are stored together, the container shall meet the standards and requirements of paragraph (b)(1) of this regulation.

(3) Nonputrescible bulky wastes. The wastes shall be stored temporarily in any manner that does not create a health hazard, fire hazard, rodent harborage, or permit any unsightly conditions to develop, and is in accordance with any locally adopted regulations.

Kan. Admin. Regs. § 28-29-21

Authorized by and implementing K.S.A. 1981 Supp. 65-3406; effective Jan. 1, 1972; amended, E-79-22, Sept. 1, 1978; amended May 1, 1979; amended, E-82-8, April 10, 1981; amended May 1, 1982.