S.C. Code Regs. § § 61-105.P

Current through Register Vol. 48, 12, December 27, 2024

Section 61-105.P - Transporter Acceptance of Infectious Waste

Transporter acceptance of infectious waste occurs when the waste is loaded onto the transport vehicle.

(1) Transporters shall accept for transport only infectious waste which is:

(a) packaged as required in Section I;

(b) labeled as required in Section J; and

(c) accompanied by a properly completed manifest, as required in Section R.

(2) Transporters must attach a waterproof identification label to the outside of each container of infectious waste they accept for transport. The label must be affixed in a manner which does not cover any other required labels or markings. This identification label must include but is not limited to:

(a) the transporter's Department issued identification number, or the transporter's name, address, and phone number; and

(b) [Reserved]

(3) If the transporter accepts loaded and sealed trailers from a broker or generator, that transporter does not have to assure proper packaging as required in Section I or proper labeling as required in Section J. However, the transporter must:

(a) assure that the load is accompanied by a properly completed manifest; and

(b) prevent discharges of infectious waste, especially fluids, from the cargo-carrying body.

S.C. Code Regs. § 61-105.P