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Transfer all waste into containers in good condition by lune 3, 2016, Violation 402, CCR 66265.172. Failed to store hazardous waste in a compatible container. Facility had one 55 -gallon drum labeled PEG011 with a bulging lid indicating some type of reaction was occurring inside the drum. The owner or operator shall use a container made of or lined with materials which will not react with, and are otherwise compatible with, the hazardous waste to be transferred or stored, so that the ability of the container to contain the waste is not impaired. Transfer all waste into compatible containers by June 3, 2016, Violation 403, CCR 66265.173. Failed to keep hazardous waste containers closed except when adding or removing hazardous waste. This is a repeat violation. Facility had the following containers without closed lids: Lab • Pile of white powdery substance (approximately 1 cup) on a chemical shelf next to 1 -gallon container labeled Amorriatic Acid • One (1) open cardboard box on the floor leaking an unknown substance Yard • One 5 -gallon waste oil container with no lid • Four 55 -gallon metal drums with no lids • Twenty 5 -gallon buckets storing oily liquid with no lids East Yard • Eight 55 -gallon drums covered with plastic with no lid (a) A container holding hazardous waste shall always be closed during transfer and storage, except when it is necessary to add or remove waste. (b) A container holding hazardous waste shall not be opened, handled, transferred or stored in a manner which may rupture the container or cause it to leak. Re -use of containers for transportation shall comply with the requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation regulations, including those set forth in 49 CFR section 173.28. Immediately, close all containers of hazardous waste. Violation 404, CCR 66265.174. Failed to inspect hazardous waste storage areas at least weekly. Facility employees did not inspect any hazardous waste storage areas weekly for corrosion or deterioration. The owner or operator shall inspect areas used for container storage or transfer, at least weekly, looking for leaking containers and for deterioration of containers and the containment system caused by corrosion or other factors. Immediate/y, begin inspecting all hazardous waste storage areas at least week/y. Violation 407, CCR 66261.7(f). Contaminated container not marked with date emptied or managed within one year of being emptied. This is a repeat violation.