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Regulatory Compliance and Safety Flashcards

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  1. Under RCRA, which characteristic makes a solid waste a hazardous waste based on its ability to corrode metal containers?

    Answer: Corrosivity

    Corrosivity is the RCRA characteristic defined by a pH ≤2 or ≥12.5, or the ability to corrode steel at a rate >6.35 mm/year.

  2. Which EPA form must large quantity generators (LQGs) use to report their hazardous waste activities biennially?

    Answer: EPA Form 8700-22

    EPA Form 8700-22 (the Biennial Report) is required for LQGs to report quantities, types, and management of hazardous waste every even-numbered year.

  3. Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200), how many sections are required on a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?

    Answer: 16

    The GHS-aligned HazCom Standard requires a standardized 16-section SDS format for all hazardous chemicals.

  4. A facility discovers a release of hazardous substance above the reportable quantity. Within what timeframe must they notify the National Response Center?

    Answer: Immediately

    CERCLA Section 103 requires immediate notification to the NRC (1-800-424-8802) when a reportable quantity of a hazardous substance is released.

  5. Which RCRA generator category is required to have a written emergency contingency plan and submit it to local emergency responders?

    Answer: Large Quantity Generators (LQGs)

    LQGs must maintain a full written contingency plan that must be submitted to local fire departments, police, and emergency response teams.

  6. The Clean Water Act's NPDES permit program regulates pollutant discharges into which media?

    Answer: Waters of the United States

    The NPDES program under CWA Section 402 controls point-source discharges of pollutants into 'waters of the United States,' including rivers, lakes, and coastal waters.

  7. What is the maximum on-site accumulation time allowed for Large Quantity Generators (LQGs) without a storage permit under RCRA?

    Answer: 90 days

    LQGs may accumulate hazardous waste on-site for up to 90 days without a storage permit, provided all other generator standards are met.