06-096-858 Me. Code R. § 10

Current through 2024-44, October 30, 2024

Section 096-858-10 - Green Light and Thermometer Collection Programs

A small universal waste generator that generates greater than 200 lamps or thermometers per month or at any one time under (i) a Green Lights Program or other similar energy conversion program that is completed within a six month period; or (ii) a single short term event of a maximum of five consecutive days per year for the collection of mercury thermometers, or such other period of time approved by the Department, shall comply with the following requirements:

A. Ship the lamps or thermometers directly to a properly approved recycling facility for universal waste on a manifest or Recyclable Hazardous Materials Uniform Bill of Lading; and

B. Comply with all other requirements for a small universal waste generator. A small universal waste generator conducting a Green Lights or thermometer collection event of 200 items or more under this Section is not required to obtain an EPA ID Number or notify the Department on a state waste notification form pursuant to Section 7(P) of this Chapter.

06-096 C.M.R. ch. 858, § 10