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t rejected or, if the hauler cannot be identified, separated or cordoned off with traffic cones or similar devices. The load checking program is discussed in further detail in Section 3.1.8. In the event of a spill,the LEA will be contacted. All unlawful incidents of disposal will be noted in the operator's log of special occurrences. The manager shall complete a full report that describes the type and quantity of hazardous waste found, the time and circumstances of the hazardous waste discovery, the isolation measures taken, and any information that may identify the origin of the waste and any other pertinent information. The report shall be completed when the hazardous waste is secured in a locked container and submitted by site supervisory staff to the LEA within 48 hours. The waste will be stored in the temporary hazardous waste storage area located near the entrance to the Transfer Station as shown in Figure 5. and the waste will be removed within the timeframe required by Title 22, Section 66262.34. Copies of the load checking records for the last year are maintained in the operating record and are available for review by the regulatory agencies. Some of the materials diverted from the commercial and residential waste stream for management in accordance with the State and Federal regulations include: • Latex Paint • Automobile parts and components • Refrigerators • Cathode Ray Tubes (CRT's) • Monitors • Automobile and Truck Tires • Waste oil and Filters • Tires The acceptance and management of these items is regularly re-evaluated based on the requirements of State and Federal law. For more details (See Appendix L: Hazardous Waste Exclusion Program). Wastes requiring special handling or treatment, with the exception of tires, are not generally accepted. Whole tires will be segregated from the waste stream by hand and stacked (laced fashion) when deposited in a trailer. The tires will be transported off-site for disposal and /or recycling. A loading dock is constructed in the south end of the tipping/sorting floor entrance for loading tires onto the trailer. 3.1.7 PERSONNEL HEALTH AND SAFETY PROGRAM In accordance with 14 CCR, Section 17408.7, the operator has prepared a safety plan in accordance with SB 198 (Injury and Illness Prevention Program). This plan is maintained at the LMRF&TS main administrative offices. All personnel directly involved with the operation of the MRF&TS are equipped with and required to use proper safety equipment. Minimal required safety gear provided includes boots Lovelace MRF and Transfer Station Department of Public Works/Solid Waste Division Transfer Processing Report 22 County of San Joaquin-Revised 7/26/05