S.C. Code Regs. § 61-79.265.J.198

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 5, May 24, 2024

Section 61-79.265.J.198 - Special requirements for ignitable or reactive wastes

(a) Ignitable or reactive waste must not be placed in a tank unless:

(1) The waste is treated, rendered, or mixed before or immediately after placement in the tank so that:

(i) The resulting waste, mixture, or dissolved material no longer meets the definition of ignitable or reactive waste under R.61-79.261.21 or 261.23 of this chapter; and

(ii) Section265.17(b)(b) is complied with; or

(2) The waste is stored or treated in such a way that it is protected from any material or conditions which may cause the waste to ignite or react; or

(3) The tank system is used solely for emergencies.

(b) The owner or operator of a facility where ignitable or reactive waste is stored or treated in tanks must comply with the requirements for the maintenance of protective distances between the waste management area and any public ways, streets, alleys, or an adjoining property line that can be built upon as required in Tables 2-1 through 2-6 of the National Fire Protection Association's "Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code," (1977 or 1981), (incorporated by reference, see R.61-79.260.11).

S.C. Code Regs. 61-79.265.J.198

Amended by State Register Volume 11, Issue No. 11, eff November 27, 1987; State Register Volume 14, Issue No. 11, eff November 23, 1990; State Register Volume 16, Issue No. 12, eff December 25, 1992.