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The following is an itemized list of hazardous waste violations that have not been addressed for CDCR-California Health Care Facility as of November 01, 2019. Open violations from September 25, 2019 inspection Violation#607 -Damaged lead acid batteries not properly managed and labeled. OBSERVATION Damaged lead acid batteries are stored at this facility and are not stored in compliance with this section. The following damaged lead acid batteries were stored on-site: One damaged lead acid battery was observed in the Plant Ops Storage Cage not containerized or labeled. REGULATION GUIDANCE: A damaged battery shall be managed so as to minimize the release of acid and lead and to protect the handlers and the environment, including at a minimum: 1. stored and transported in a nonreactive, structurally secure, closed container capable of preventing the release of acid and lead; 2. a container holding one or more damaged batteries shall be labeled with the date that the first battery in the container was placed there, i.e., the initial date of accumulation; 3. all container labels shall be written in ink, paint or other weather-resistant material so that the date is legible and conspicuous 4. a container holding one or more damaged batteries shall be packed for transportation in a manner that prevents the container from tipping, spilling or breaking during the transporting. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Immediately manage, store, and label all damaged lead acid batteries in accordance with Title 22 California Code of Regulations. Provide a corrective action statement and supporting documentation to the San Joaquin County Environmental Health Department(EHD) within 30 days. ❑ This violation was corrected ❑ This violation will be corrected by (date): ❑ Supporting documents included Describe actions taken or will be taken to correct violation.- Page iolation:Page 7 of 7