Run Antifreeze and Coolant Recycling Collection Tank Audit — Free

Audit Setup and Location Details

Facility name and store/location number

Enter the full facility name and assigned location or store number.

Inspector name and role

Enter the name and job title of the person conducting this audit.

Audit date and time

Record the date and time the audit was conducted.

Tank location within facility

Select where the used antifreeze collection tank is physically located.

Recycling service provider on record

Enter the name of the contracted recycling/collection service (e.g., Clean Harbors, GFL Environmental, Cleanaway).

Tank Labeling and Identification

Tank is labeled 'USED ANTIFREEZE' or 'USED COOLANT' in clearly legible text critical (required)

The primary label must identify the contents as used/spent antifreeze or coolant. Verify text is readable from 5 feet.

Yes No N/A

GHS-compliant hazard label or SDS reference is affixed to the tank critical (required)

Per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200, containers of hazardous chemicals must display GHS pictograms, signal word, hazard statements, and precautionary statements, or reference the applicable Safety Data Sheet.

Yes No N/A

Label is free of damage, fading, or obscuring (e.g., not covered by tape, dirt, or other materials)

Labels must remain legible throughout the tank's use. Inspect for peeling, fading, liquid damage, or physical obstruction.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Tank is NOT labeled or used for any other waste stream (e.g., used oil, solvents) critical (required)

Cross-contamination of waste streams is a regulatory violation. Confirm the tank is dedicated solely to used antifreeze/coolant.

Yes No N/A

Tank Condition and Physical Integrity

Tank shows no visible cracks, holes, bulging, or structural deformation critical (required)

Visually inspect all sides and the bottom of the tank. Any structural compromise is a critical deficiency.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Tank lid, cap, or bung is present, properly closed, and not leaking critical (required)

Open or missing closures allow vapors to escape and create spill risk. Verify the closure is tight and undamaged.

Yes No N/A

No evidence of spills, drips, or staining on or around the tank base

Inspect the floor or pad beneath and around the tank for discoloration, pooling liquid, or dried residue indicating past or active leaks.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Tank fill level is within safe capacity (not overfilled)

Tanks should not be filled beyond the manufacturer's rated capacity. Overfilling increases spill risk during transfer or transport.

Yes No N/A

Secondary Containment and Storage Area

Tank is stored within a secondary containment structure (berm, drip pan, or containment pallet) critical (required)

Secondary containment must be capable of holding at least 110% of the tank's total volume to capture any release.

Yes No N/A

Secondary containment is free of accumulated liquid, debris, or damage

Containment structures filled with rainwater or debris lose effective capacity. Inspect and confirm they are clean and functional.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Storage area is segregated from incompatible materials (e.g., fuels, oxidizers, open flames) critical (required)

Used antifreeze contains ethylene glycol, which is flammable at elevated temperatures. Storage must be away from ignition sources per NFPA 1.

Yes No N/A

PPE and Emergency Response Readiness

Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or equivalent) are available at or near the tank

Employees handling used antifreeze must have access to appropriate hand protection per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.138.

Yes No N/A

Eye protection (safety glasses or face shield) is accessible within the storage area

Splash risk during transfer operations requires eye/face protection per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133.

Yes No N/A

Spill kit or absorbent material is staged within 25 feet of the tank critical (required)

An appropriate spill response kit (absorbent pads, granular absorbent, or equivalent) must be immediately accessible to contain minor releases.

Yes No N/A

Recycling Service Documentation and Compliance Records

Most recent recycling pickup manifest or service receipt is on file and dated within the past 90 days

Recycling service records demonstrate active program participation and proper disposal. Manifests from providers such as GFL Environmental or Cleanaway should be retained on-site.

Yes No N/A

Days since last recycling pickup

Enter the number of days since the last scheduled antifreeze recycling collection. Pickups should occur before the tank reaches capacity.

Employees responsible for tank management have received hazardous waste handling training

Training records must be available demonstrating that designated employees understand proper handling, labeling, and emergency procedures for used antifreeze.

Yes No N/A

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Run: Antifreeze and Coolant Recycling Collection Tank Audit

Audit Setup and Location Details

Tank Labeling and Identification

Tank Condition and Physical Integrity

Secondary Containment and Storage Area

PPE and Emergency Response Readiness

Recycling Service Documentation and Compliance Records

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