Md. Code Regs. 26.13.03.03-8

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 12, June 14, 2024

Section 26.13.03.03-8 - Requirements for Accumulation of Hazardous Waste on Drip Pads

A. A hazardous waste generator who is accumulating hazardous waste on a drip pad without authorization provided by a permit or interim status shall comply with all provisions of this regulation.

B. If hazardous waste is placed on a drip pad, the generator shall:

(1) Manage the waste in accordance with the requirements of COMAR 26.13.05.17-1 -.17-4;

(2) Remove all wastes from the drip pad at least once every 90 days;

(3) Manage any waste removed from the drip pad by:

(a) Accumulating the waste for no more than 90 days in containers, tanks, or a containment building in accordance with the requirements of Regulation .04-1 of this chapter;

(b) Managing the waste in accordance with the requirements for satellite accumulation areas in Regulation .03-3 of this chapter;

(c) Shipping the waste to an off-site facility permitted or authorized to accept it;

(d) Placing the waste in an on-site permitted hazardous waste management unit; or

(e) Otherwise arranging for final disposition of the waste in accordance with State and federal regulations regarding hazardous waste management.

(4) Maintain, at the facility, the following records readily available for inspection:

(a) A written description of procedures that are followed to ensure that all wastes are removed from the drip pad, the sump, and the collection system at least once every 90 days; and

(b) Documentation, for each waste removal, of the date, the time, and the quantity of waste removed from the drip pad, the sump, and the collection system; and

(5) Notify the Department in writing of the intent to close the drip pad at least 45 days before closure begins.

Md. Code Regs. 26.13.03.03-8

Regulations .03-8 adopted 48:9 Md. R. 359, eff. 5/3/2021