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NESS GENERATE S_ ALL MOUNTS OF HAZARDOUS WASTE? If so, you may have a problem - it's expensive and difficult to dispose of chemicals, such as paint, motor oil, solvents, and acids. Legally, they don't belong in the trash or down the drain; they are hazardous waste, and they must be specially managed and documented. The Cities and County of San Joaquin have an affordable solution that may work for you. 401$1.14,11* WHAT'S A "S01.1EliG11." (CESC).1.)? San Joaquin County sponsors a Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generator Program (CESQG) that offers qualifying businesses an affordable solution for hazardous waste disposal. To qualify as a CESQG (or "squeegee"), your business must generate per month: Less than 220 pounds or approximately 27 gallons (liquid) of hazardous waste. Less than 2.2 pounds or approximately 1 quart (liquid) of certain original unused products (i.e., acutely hazardous wastes), and Less than 110 pounds or approximately 13 gallons (liquid) of perchloroethylene. MATERIALS SAFETY DATA SHEETS (MSDS) ARE OFTEN YOUR BEST SOURCE OF INFORMATION REGARDING THE PRODUCTS YOU USE. MSDS SHEETS ARE AVAILABLE FROM PRODUCT SUPPLIERS. The CESQG Program is a collaboration between the Cities and County of San Joaquin. TRACY CS) G30 Laftql„ SS: /- WHAT'S IN IT FOR MY BUSINESS? What's in it for your business? Plenty! A low-cost way to safely dispose of hazardous materials. Documentation that your business is properly managing its hazardous waste. Free consultation from certified hazardous waste specialists and qualified personnel. Another level of protection under "cradle to grave" laws, your business is responsible for the waste it generates. You can be held liable long after you've paid someone else to haul waste away. The County assumes generator responsibility for waste accepted under the CESQG program. Once accepted, you can be assured that the material will be disposed of properly. IT's EASY TO SIGN UP! Call (800) 207-8222 to see if your business qualifies for the CESQG Program. If so, you may schedule an appointment to drop off waste. Pick-up services may also be available at an additional cost. WHAT WI FL_ I 1 COST ME? Costs depend on your waste types. Central collection means lower transportation Et handling costs. Disposal costs may be considerably lower than what you currently pay. See the back panel of this brochure for sample pricing. MAY I TRANSPORT IT? California law allows generators to self- haul up to 15 gallons OR 125 pounds of their own hazardous waste at one time. An exception is made for used oil; you may haul one 55 gallon drum of used oil at one time. ITS mon orsvoia AS A C; Lti PA oR'io KNOW TH1 10( 'kt , STsT F„AN 1) I I HERM. RI GUI APIONs RTGARIJI NC; TIn SfUltfcc,f DISPOSAL AND 1RAN ,3POR.1 lc.1N Of HAZARDOUS WAS1 L. PA ID NUMBE RS State law requires hazardous waste generators to have an EPA ID number. To obtain an EPA ID numbers, call CalEPA Department of Toxic Substances Control at 1-800-618-6942 or visit them on the web at www.dtsc.ca.gov. WE ACCEPT UNIVERSAL WASTE! Mecury Containing Devices: Fluorescent Bulbs HID Lamps Neon Bulbs Switches Thermometers Electronic Waste*: Computers Monitors Small Electronics Batteries: Alkaline Lead Acid Rechargeables * Call 209-468-3066 for additional disposal options for e-waste. N COI iNTY DRAINAGE ORDINANCE PROHIBITS DUMPINCi ANYTHING DOWN A STORM DRAIN OR INTO A WATERWAY. To REPORT ILLEGAL STORM DRAIN DUMPING PLEASE CALL: (866) 755-4955. -pH E SAN