NR 666.903(3)(3)Container management. Manage containers of hazardous waste according to all of the following:
NR 666.903(3)(a)(a) Label each container with either the words “hazardous waste” or other words that identify the contents of the container.
NR 666.903(3)(b)(b) Clearly mark the accumulation start date on each container.
NR 666.903(3)(c)(c) Store waste in containers that are in good condition and compatible with the waste being stored.
NR 666.903(3)(d)(d) Store containers closed except when adding or removing waste.
NR 666.903(3)(e)(e) Open, handle and store containers to prevent ruptures and leaks.
NR 666.903(3)(f)(f) Inspect containers and the areas where they are stored at least weekly for leaks and deterioration caused by corrosion or other factors. Take immediate action to correct problems found during inspections.
NR 666.903(3)(g)(g) Maintain adequate aisle space in the container storage areas to allow for unobstructed movement of personnel, fire protection and spill control equipment in an emergency.
NR 666.903(4)(4)Ignitable, reactive or incompatible waste. Manage ignitable, reactive or incompatible wastes according to all of the following:
NR 666.903(4)(a)(a) Store incompatible wastes in separate containers.
NR 666.903(4)(b)(b) Separate containers of incompatible wastes by means of a dike, berm, wall or other device.
NR 666.903(4)(c)(c) Store and protect ignitable or reactive wastes from sources of ignition or reaction.
NR 666.903(4)(d)(d) Post “No Smoking” signs in ignitable and reactive waste storage areas.
NR 666.903(5)(5)Security. Control entry of unauthorized persons to the container storage area at all times.
NR 666.903(6)(6)Preparedness and prevention. Operate the facility to prevent fires or explosions or releases of hazardous waste which could threaten human health or the environment.
NR 666.903(7)(7)Emergency equipment. Equip the facility with all of the following:
NR 666.903(7)(a)(a) An internal communications or alarm system capable of providing immediate emergency instruction (voice or signal) to facility personnel.
NR 666.903(7)(b)(b) A telephone (immediately available at the scene of operations) or a hand-held 2-way radio, capable of summoning emergency assistance from local police departments, fire departments or state or local emergency response teams.
NR 666.903(7)(c)(c) Portable fire extinguishers, fire control equipment (including special extinguishing equipment, such as that using foam, inert gas or dry chemicals) and spill control equipment.
NR 666.903(8)(8)Testing and maintenance of emergency equipment. Test and maintain all facility communications or alarm systems, fire protection equipment and spill control equipment, where required, as necessary to assure its proper operation in time of emergency.
NR 666.903(9)(9)Contingency plan. Prepare a contingency plan which describes the actions of facility personnel in response to fires, explosions or any releases of hazardous waste or materials. A spill prevention, control and countermeasures (SPCC) plan or some other emergency or contingency plan may be amended to incorporate the requirements of this subsection. Keep a copy of the contingency plan and all revisions at the facility and submit a copy to all local police departments, fire departments, hospitals and state and local emergency response teams that may be called upon to provide emergency services. Review and immediately amend the plan if the plan fails in an emergency or if changes are made to the design or operation that increase the potential for fires, explosions or releases of hazardous waste or changes the response necessary in an emergency. The plan shall be implemented immediately whenever there is a fire, explosion or release of hazardous waste that could threaten human health or the environment. The plan shall include all of the following:
NR 666.903(9)(a)(a) A description of the arrangements agreed to by local police departments, fire departments, hospitals, contractors and state and local emergency response teams to coordinate emergency services.
NR 666.903(9)(b)(b) An up to date list of names, addresses and phone numbers (office and home) of all persons qualified to act as emergency coordinator. Where more than one person is listed, one shall be named as primary emergency coordinator and others shall be listed in the order in which they will assume responsibility as alternates. The primary and alternate emergency coordinators shall:
NR 666.903(9)(b)1.1. Either be on the facility premises or available to respond to an emergency by reaching the facility within a short period of time.
NR 666.903(9)(b)2.2. Be thoroughly familiar with all aspects of the facility’s contingency plan, all operations and activities at the facility, the location and characteristics of waste handled, the location of all records within the facility and the facility layout.
NR 666.903(9)(b)3.3. Have the authority to commit the resources needed to carry out the contingency plan.
NR 666.903(9)(c)(c) An up to date list of all emergency equipment at the facility, such as fire extinguishing systems, spill control equipment, communications and alarm systems. In addition, the plan shall include the location and a physical description of each item on the list and a brief outline of its capabilities.
NR 666.903(9)(d)(d) A plan to evacuate facility personnel where an evacuation may be necessary. Include the signals to be used to begin evacuation, evacuation routes and alternate evacuation routes (in cases where the primary routes could be blocked by releases of hazardous waste or fires).
NR 666.903(10)(10)Emergency coordinator. Assign at least one employee as emergency coordinator. The emergency coordinator shall be responsible for all of the following: