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New Jersey Hazardous Waste Checklists
Generator SQG Tank Reqts (HSGT) - Short Version
Requirement & Regulatory CitationCompliance StatusCompliance Comments
*GENERATOR REQUIREMENTS  
Did the generator determine if its solid waste is hazardous?. [40 CFR 262.11]  
Did the generator obtain an EPA ID number?. [40 CFR 262.12(a)]  
Did the generator offer hazardous waste only to a transporter or TSD that has an EPA ID number?. [40 CFR 262.12(c)]  
*THE MANIFEST  
Did the generator prepare a manifest before transporting or offering hazardous waste for transport off-site?. [40 CFR 262.20(a)(1)]  
Did the generator properly complete the manifest(s)?. [40 CFR 262.20(a)(1*)]  
Did the generator designate an authorized facility on the manifest?. [40 CFR 262.20(b)]  
Did the generator designate an alternate facility or instruct the transporter to return the waste when the transporter was unable to deliver the waste?. [40 CFR 262.20(d)]  
Did the generator use EPA approved manifest forms for shipments of hazardous waste? [40 CFR 262.21(g)(1)]  
Did the generator determine if generator or consignment state regulates additional wastes or requires the generator to submit copies of the manifest?. [40 CFR 262.21(g)(2)]  
Did the generator sign the manifest?. [40 CFR 262.23(a)(1)]  
Did the generator obtain the signature of the initial transporter and date of acceptance on the manifest?. [40 CFR 262.23(a)(2)]  
Did the generator retain one copy of the manifest in accordance with Sec. 262.40(a)?. [40 CFR 262.23(a)(3)]  
Did the generator supply the transporter with remaining copies of manifest?. [40 CFR 262.23(b)]  
Did the generator shipping hazardous waste within the U.S. solely by water send 3 copies of the manifest form signed and dated to the owner or operator of the designated facility or last water transporter in the U.S.?. [40 CFR 262.23(c)]  
Did the generator send at least 3 copies of the signed and dated manifest for rail shipments of hazardous waste within the U.S. to next non-rail transporter, designated facility, or last rail transporter in the U.S.?. [40 CFR 262.23(d)]  
Did the generator certify  to one of the statements in Item 15 of the hazardous waste manifest?. [40 CFR 262.27]  
*PRE-TRANSPORT REQUIREMENTS  
Did the generator package hazardous waste in accordance with 49 C.F.R. Parts 173, 178, and 179?. [40 CFR 262.30]  
Did the generator label each package of hazardous waste in accordance with 49 C.F.R. Part 172? [40 CFR 262.31]  
Did the generator mark packages of hazardous waste in accordance with 49 C.F.R. Part 172? [40 CFR 262.32(a)]  
Did the generator mark each container of hazardous waste with the proper wording or display the wording in accordance with 49 C.F.R. 172.304? [40 CFR 262.32(b)]  
Did the generator placard or offer the appropriate placard for a vehicle containing hazardous waste, in accordance with 49 C.F.R. Part 172, Subpart F? [40 CFR 262.33]  
Did the generator clearly mark each container of hazardous waste with the date when the accumulation period began, and make the mark visible for inspection?. [40 CFR 262.34(a)(2)]  
Did the generator clearly mark each container or tank with the words "Hazardous Waste"?. [40 CFR 262.34(a)(3)]  
Did the generator of greater than 100 kg but less than 1000 kg ship waste off site within 180 days?. [40 CFR 262.34(d)]  
Did the generator of greater than 100 kg but less than 1000 kg comply with emergency response requirements?. [40 CFR 262.34(d)(5)]  
Did the generator of greater than 100 kg but less than 1000 kg of hazardous waste, who transports his waste over 200 miles, ship waste off site within 270 days?. [40 CFR 262.34(e)]  
Did the generator of 1000 kg or greater of hazardous waste ship F006 hazardous waste off site within 180 days?. [40 CFR 262.34(g)]  
Did the generator of 1000 kg or greater of hazardous waste, who transports F006 hazardous waste over 200 miles, ship the F006 hazardous waste off site within 270 days?. [40 CFR 262.34(h)]  
Did the generator properly sign the manifest upon receipt of a returned shipment of hazardous waste?. [40 CFR 262.34(m)]  
*RECORDKEEPING AND REPORTING  
Did the generator keep a copy of each manifest for 3 years? [40 CFR 262.40(a)]  
Did the generator keep records of any test results, waste analyses, or other determinations for 3 years? [40 CFR 262.40(c)]  
Did the generator keep copies of required records during the course of any unresolved enforcement action(s) or as requested by the Department? [40 CFR 262.40(d)]  
Did the generator of greater than 100 kg but less than 1000 kg of hazardous waste comply with exception reporting requirements? [40 CFR 262.42(b)]  
*STATE ONLY GENERATOR REQUIREMENTS  
*PREPAREDNESS AND PREVENTION  
Did the facility maintain or operate facility to minimize possibilities of fire, explosion or releases of hazardous waste or hazardous waste constituents?. [40 CFR 265.31]  
Was the facility equipped with emergency equipment?. [40 CFR 265.32]  
Did the facility test and maintain emergency equipment?. [40 CFR 265.33]  
Did the facility maintain access to communications or alarm system?. [40 CFR 265.34]  
Did the facility maintain sufficient aisle space for the unobstructed movement of personnel or equipment in an emergency?. [40 CFR 265.35]  
Did the facility make required arrangements with police or fire departments, emergency response contractors, equipment suppliers, or local hospitals, or document any such authority's refusal of such arrangements?. [40 CFR 265.37]  
*USE AND MANAGEMENT OF CONTAINERS  
Did the facility handle hazardous waste in containers of good condition?. [40 CFR 265.171]  
Did the facility use container compatible with hazardous waste stored?. [40 CFR 265.172]  
Did the facility comply with requirements for the management of containers?. [40 CFR 265.173]  
Did the facility perform inspections, at least weekly, of each area where containers are stored?. [40 CFR 265.174]  
Did the facility comply with each of the special requirements for incompatible wastes?. [40 CFR 265.177]  
*TANK SYSTEMS  
Did the small quantity generator prevent hazardous waste or treatment reagents from being placed in tank system if they can cause the tank, its ancillary equipment, or containment system to rupture, leak, corrode, or otherwise fail?. [40 CFR 265.201(b)(2)]  
Did the small quantity generator maintain at least 2 feet of freeboard for uncovered tanks?. [40 CFR 265.201(b)(3)]  
Did the small quantity generator utilizing tank storage featuring a continuous feed install a means to stop this inflow?. [40 CFR 265.201(b)(4)]  
Did the small quantity generator inspect discharge control equipment each operating day?. [40 CFR 265.201(c)(1)]  
Did the small quantity generator inspect data gathered from monitoring equipment each operating day?. [40 CFR 265.201(c)(2)]  
Did the small quantity generator inspect level of waste in tank each operating day?. [40 CFR 265.201(c)(3)]  
Did the small quantity generator inspect construction materials weekly?. [40 CFR 265.201(c)(4)]  
Did the small quantity generator inspect the construction materials of, and the area immediately surrounding, discharge confinement structures weekly?. [40 CFR 265.201(c)(5)]  
Did the Small Quantity Generator remove all hazardous waste from tanks, discharge control equipment, and discharge confinement structures upon closure of the facility?. [40 CFR 265.201(f)]  
Did the Small Quantity Generator meet the requirements of 40 C.F.R. 265.201(g)1before placing ignitable or reactive waste in a tank?. [40 CFR 265.201(g)(1)]  
Did the Small Quantity Generator comply with the NFPA's buffer zone for tanks?. [40 CFR 265.201(g)(2)]  
Did the Small Quantity Generator prevent the placing of incompatible wastes, or wastes and materials, in the same tank, unless compliance with 40 C.F.R. 265.17(b) has been achieved?. [40 CFR 265.201(h)(1)]  
Did the Small Quantity Generator prevent the placing of hazardous waste in a tank which was not decontaminated and previously held incompatible waste, unless compliance with 40 C.F.R. 265.17(b) was achieved?. [40 CFR 265.201(h)(2)]  
*LAND DISPOSAL RESTRICTIONS - GENERAL  
Did the generator ensure that a restricted waste is not in any way diluted as a substitute for treatment?. [40 CFR 268.3(a)]  
Did the generator determine if the hazardous waste is restricted from land disposal?. [40 CFR 268.7(a)(1)]  
Did the generator send a one-time written notice with the initial waste shipment to the treatment or storage facility when the waste did not meet the treatment standard or place a copy in the file?. [40 CFR 268.7(a)(2)]  
Did the generator send a one-time written notice and certification with the initial waste shipment to the treatment, storage, or disposal facility when the waste met the treatment standard or place a copy in the file?. [40 CFR 268.7(a)(3)]  
Did the generator of waste exempt from meeting treatment standards send a one-time written notice to the land disposal facility or place a copy in the file before the waste was land disposed?. [40 CFR 268.7(a)(4)]  
Did the generator who is managing and treating prohibited waste develop and follow a written waste analysis plan, and keep plan on site?. [40 CFR 268.7(a)(5)]  
Did the generator retain on site all data used to determine if a waste is restricted?. [40 CFR 268.7(a)(6)]  
Did the generator keep a one-time notice on site stating that he is managing a restricted waste that is excluded from the definition of hazardous or solid waste subsequent to the point of generation and noting the disposition of the waste?. [40 CFR 268.7(a)(7)]  
Did the generator retain documentation required by 268.7 for 3 years or longer during the course of any unresolved enforcement action or as requested by the Department?. [40 CFR 268.7(a)(8)]  
Did the generator using the alternative treatment standards for lab packs send a one-time written notice and certification with the initial waste shipment to the treatment facility or place a copy in the file?. [40 CFR 268.7(a)(9)]  
Did the small quantity generator with tolling agreements comply with applicable notification and certification requirements for the initial shipment of waste subject to the tolling agreement or retain copy(s) on site?. [40 CFR 268.7(a)(10)]  
Did the generators who first claim that hazardous debris is excluded from the definition of hazardous waste meet the proper notification and certification requirements?. [40 CFR 268.7(d)]  
Did the generator of a waste that displays a hazardous characteristic determine the underlying hazardous constituents in the waste?. [40 CFR 268.9(a)]  
Did the generator ensure a prohibited waste exhibiting a characteristic complies with the treatment standards under 268, Subpart D before being land disposed?. [40 CFR 268.9(c)]  
Did the generator of a waste that once exhibited a characteristic, but is no longer hazardous, place a one-time notification and certification in a file or send a copy to the Department?. [40 CFR 268.9(d)]  
*PROHIBITIONS ON LAND DISPOSAL  
Did they comply with the land disposal prohibitions of soils exhibiting the toxicity characteristic for metals and containing PCBs?. [40 CFR 268.32]  
Did they comply with land disposal prohibitions of chlorinated aliphatic wastes?. [40 CFR 268.33]  
Did they comply with the land disposal prohibitions of inorganic chemical wastes?. [40 CFR 268.36]  
*TREATMENT STANDARDS  
Did they meet treatment standard requirements found in the table in 268.40 before land disposing of prohibited waste?. [40 CFR 268.40]  
Did they meet treatment standards before land disposing for hazardous debris?. [40 CFR 268.45]  
Did they meet treatment standards for underlying hazardous constituents?. [40 CFR 268.48]  
Did they meet the alternative LDR treatment standards for contaminated soil?. [40 CFR 268.49]  
Did the facility owner or operator storing restricted waste solely for the purpose of the accumulation of such quantities of waste as necessary to facilitate proper recovery, treatment, or disposal to include the accumulation start date on each container or tank?. [40 CFR 268.50(a)(2)(i-ii)]  
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