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0 0 SAN JOAQUIN GENERAL HOSPITAL- Department Administration Page 5 of 17 Effective Date December 2008 Date Replaces JUIy 2007 Title of Policy/Procedure Hazardous Materials and Waste Hazardous chemicals that are stored in unlabeled or mislabeled containers, in containers in poor condition, or that are abandoned are also considered hazardous waste. Initial point of generation requirements Mark storage areas according to the type of chemicals stored (e.g. "Corrosive", "Flammable", etc.). Storage of hazardous waste in fume hoods or under sinks is not recommended. Keep storage areas clean, appropriately ventilated, and at a consistent cool temperature. Containers should always be closed when not in use. Do not dispose of chemicals via sinks or trashcans. Do not use hoods to intentionally evaporate chemicals. Satellite Accumulation Areas Satellite accumulation areas are typically used to increase the efficiency of waste collection and to reduce the costs of waste disposal. Wastes collected for satellite accumulation areas are collected at or near the point where the wastes are generated. Wastes are collected at satellite accumulation areas under the following standards: All waste at satellite accumulation areas must be under the control of the operator of the process generating the waste. Wastes must be properly segregated according to Appendix 3. Hazardous waste at satellite accumulation areas must be collected in containers. No more than 55 gallons of hazardous waste or 1 quart of extremely hazardous waste may be accumulated. Containers must be labeled properly. The waste being placed in the container must be compatible with the container. A container holding hazardous waste must always be kept closed during accumulation except when it is necessary to add or remove waste. Heat reactive chemicals that can become unstable at temperatures above room temperature must be stored at a safe temperature within the generator's satellite accumulation area. Accumulation start time and duration of hazardous waste must be adhered to as summarized in Appendix 4. Packaging Requirements. Hazardous waste must be properly containerized prior to a request for pick up. Containers will not be returned. The following guidelines should be used for the management of containers: Containers must be in good condition, non -leaking and chemically compatible with the waste. Screw on lids or caps; no open containers. Closely matched for the volume of waste; however, do not fill completely full, leave 1 inch of head space above liquid waste.