Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 1

Universal Waste Program/Recyclable

Training

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 2

Purpose of this Training

To sustain Texas Operations (TxOps) standards of a Universal Waste (UW) and recyclable materialsDuring this training you will learn to:

Identify the types of Universal Waste located in TxOps

Briefly discuss the Universal Waste Area management requirements

Inform you of the disposal options for universal waste

Discuss other items that can be managed in your universal waste area

Discuss recyclable materials collected at TxOps

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 3

Universal WasteWhat is Universal Waste (UW) in TxOps?

• Batteries• Mercury Containing Equipment (MCE) • Lamps

Good for the environment and saves landfill space Helps plants to stay in compliance with UW Less Work. Longer Storage Time, and Less Restriction

compare to handling UW items as RCRA Hazardous Less inspections, less regulating requirements, and reduces

the amount of Satellite and < 90 day areas for the site “One Stop Shop” Drop-off Recycle Center for all UW

Benefits

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 4

Operating Your Local Universal Waste Area

1. Must identify area on the site’s list of UW areas

2. Must be stored in a designated and inspected location with the proper signage and items

3. Must have a accumulation start date on the container when the first item is placed in the container

4. Must not exceed storage of more than 6 months from the initial start of accumulation

5. Must be in a container that is clean, compatible and suitable for the waste

UW Area-Basic Requirements

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only

Batteries The following batteries fall under the rules:

nickel-cadmium lithium mercury

Exempt batteries: Lead Acid However, these can still be collected with UW

items

Page 5

Universal Waste- Batteries

Stored to prevent releases to environment May use open cardboard box, plastic pails, packs,

or pallets. Terminals must be taped Leaking battery must be placed in closed

container impervious to the acid

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 6

Mercury Devices and Mercury Containing Equipment (MCE)

1) Mercury thermostats - Unbroken

Examples are temperature control thermostats, barometers, temperature and pressure gauges, and fire alarms

2) Mercury containing devices or equipment - Unbroken

Examples are certain types of manometers, relays, fire alarms, thermometers, and switches

Universal Waste – MCE

Stored to prevent releases to environment May use open cardboard box, plastic pails, packs,

or pallets. Broken MCEs must be placed in closed container

impervious to the mercury– must be stored and treated as a hazardous waste

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 7

Universal Waste – LampsLamps

Common universal waste lamps include, but are not limited to: Fluorescent High intensity discharge Neon Mercury vapor High pressure sodium Metal halide

Stored to prevent releases to environment May use appropriately sized cardboard box, normally the box

new lamps come in is used to store used lamps. Containers must be kept closed

Labeling - Each lamp or container of lamps must have the proper Universal Waste label affixed to the box.

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only

Lamps cont.

• PLEASE DO NOT INTENTIONALLY CRUSH LAMPS AS THIS IS REGULATED UNDER HAZARDOUS WASTE TREATMENT RULES, NOT UNIVERSAL WASTE RULES!!

• Broken or crushed lamps must be placed in a closed container, labeled, and handled as hazardous waste.

Page 8

Universal Waste – Lamps

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only

Universal Waste – Cathode Ray Tubes

Examples are:• TV’s – Older models• Computer Monitors Old Style’sLabeling - Each tube or container of

tubes must have the proper Universal Waste label attached

Page 9

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 10

UW Area Additional Items -Recyclables

Electronic devices (E-waste) can also be stored in this area and requires a green label or created label that says USED ELECTRONICS.

Please note: The suggested storage for E-waste is inside of an area with a roof, four walls, and a floor.

Other recyclables can be stored in the area.

Aluminum cans Aerosol cans Unused paint Recyclable Paper

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 11

Electronic Devices(E-waste)When discarded, electronic devices are not classified as Universal Waste and CANNOT be disposed of in office trash.Electronics must be recycled through the B-5107 Recycle Center

Audio Electronic Equipment

Bar Code Readers

Computer & Flat Screen TVs & Monitors

Calculators

Digital Thermometers

Digital Clocks, watches

pH meters Microwave ovensProcess Controllers RadiosPhones, cell phones Instruments, relays,

transducersStereo electronic equipment

Tape recorders, players,camera

Electronic Devices Examples

UW Area Additional Items -Recyclables

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 12

Labels & Requirements cont.

Universal Waste Area Sign

Universal Waste Sticker

All signs and stickers can be obtained from the Site RCRA Coordinator or Landfill Specialist

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 13

Example UW Area

Lamps

Mercury Containing Devices

Batteries

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 14

Labeling Example

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 15

Disposal/Shipping of Your Universal Waste

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 16

UW Disposal

Universal Waste/Recycle can be scheduled for pick up via Waste Scheduling Tool (WST)

If you collect any items that are accepted at the Recycle Center in your Universal Waste Area, you can schedule these items for pick up on a monthly basis by Env Ops.

Prior to the 6 month Accumulation Date, individuals can transport the UW in a company vehicle to the B-5107 TxOps Recycle Center.

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 17

The UW must be removed from your area prior to the 6 Month Accumulation Date

We recommend that you utilize the WST (Option 2) to schedule for all Universal Waste transport to the TX Ops Recycle Center B-5107.

Please refer to the Universal Waste Guidance for the Job Hazards, Safety Precautions, and Emergency Response (p. 18) – Web page reference TXO WM

Storage areas should be inspected annually and documented

Contacts:Universal Waste SME:

William Kemp: x9620

Keep in Mind…

TXO Univ Waste Guidance

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 18

ReferencesReference documents can be found on the Waste Management Website (KEYWORD: TXO WM)

Guidance can be found within the Universal Waste Guidance L3 Document Waste Task Guides Batteries Electronics / E-waste Aerosol cans Lamps/Bulbs Mercury Containing Devices Aluminum cansOther Great Resources Universal Waste Checklist Texas Operations Recycle Center Flyer

TXO Univ Waste Guidance

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only Page 19

TX Ops Recycle Center (B-5107) manages and collects the Universal Wastes discussed in this training and other Recyclable items such as:

Aerosol Product Cans Electronics (e-Waste) Aluminum Cans Recyclable Paper Used Paint- in original containers (must be taken to B 3605)RECYCLABLE ITEMS THAT CAN BE

STORED IN UW AREADO NOT LABEL THEM AS WASTE.

Shipping Your UW Area Items- “One Stop Shop”

The Recycle Center B-5107 Hours of Operations :

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Control Room: x5110

Texas Operations

DOW RESTRICTED - For internal use only

Additional Recyclable Programs at TxOps

Recyclable Materials:• Used oil• Used oil filters• Safety Kleen solvent• Uncontaminated Soil• Uncontaminated Rubble• Pallets• Scrap metal• Metal drums

Page 20