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Area Identification and General Condition

Accumulation area is clearly designated and accessible only to authorized personnel critical (required)

Verify the hazardous waste accumulation area is identified, controlled, and not used for unrelated storage.

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Area is orderly, free of incompatible debris, and maintained in good housekeeping condition

Check for spills, clutter, blocked access, or evidence of poor housekeeping that could affect safe storage.

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Aisles and access paths are unobstructed critical (required)

Verify personnel can safely access containers, emergency equipment, and exits without obstruction.

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Warning signs and hazard communication postings are visible where required

Confirm required signage is posted and legible at the accumulation area entrance or point of storage.

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Container Labeling and Dating

Each container is labeled or marked as hazardous waste critical (required)

Verify every waste container is clearly identified as hazardous waste and not mistaken for product or non-waste material.

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Container contents are described with a proper waste description critical (required)

Check that the label identifies the waste stream or contents in a way that is understandable to employees and responders.

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Accumulation start date is present and legible on each container critical (required)

Verify the date waste first entered the container is marked and readable.

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Container date is within the allowed accumulation window critical (required)

Confirm the container has not exceeded the applicable generator accumulation limit, including the 90-day window where applicable.

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Container Condition and Secondary Containment

Containers are in good condition with no visible rust, bulging, cracks, or leaks critical (required)

Inspect each container for damage, corrosion, deformation, or evidence of release.

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Containers are closed except when adding or removing waste critical (required)

Verify lids, bungs, and closures are secured and containers are not left open.

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Containers are compatible with the stored waste critical (required)

Check that the container material is suitable for the waste and not showing signs of incompatibility or degradation.

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Secondary containment is present and free of accumulated liquid or residue critical (required)

Verify containment is provided where required and that it is maintained to prevent uncontrolled release.

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Segregation, Storage Limits, and Compatibility

Incompatible wastes are segregated to prevent mixing or reaction critical (required)

Check that acids, bases, oxidizers, flammables, toxics, and other incompatible wastes are separated as needed.

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Maximum allowed quantity is not exceeded for the accumulation area critical (required)

Verify the total amount of hazardous waste stored does not exceed site or regulatory storage limits for the generator category.

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Waste is stored in a manner that prevents tipping, falling, or damage during normal operations

Confirm containers are stable, properly arranged, and protected from impact or movement.

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Flammable or reactive waste is stored away from ignition sources and heat critical (required)

Verify separation from heaters, sparks, open flames, and other ignition sources where applicable.

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Emergency Preparedness and Documentation

Spill response materials are available and appropriate for the waste stored critical (required)

Confirm absorbents, neutralizers, or other response supplies are present and suitable for the hazards in the area.

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Emergency equipment is accessible and unobstructed critical (required)

Verify fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, alarms, or other required emergency equipment can be reached quickly.

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Inspection records, manifests, or waste logs are available and current

Check that required documentation supports waste identification, accumulation dates, and inspection history.

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Inspector notes corrective actions for any deficiency or non-conformance

Document observed deficiencies, immediate controls, responsible party, and due date for correction.

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Run: Hazardous Waste Generator Inspection

Area Identification and General Condition

Container Labeling and Dating

Container Condition and Secondary Containment

Segregation, Storage Limits, and Compatibility

Emergency Preparedness and Documentation

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