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Vehicle Recycling Manual

A Guide for Vehicle Recyclers

Department of EcologyHazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program

March, 2000Publication No. 97-433

printed on recycled paper

The Department of Ecology’s mission is simple: To protect, preserve and enhance Washington’s environ-ment. These are responsibilities of great magnitude and we need your help. Consider how your daily actionsaffect the environment and take an active interest in pollution prevention.

This booklet briefly identifies areas of interest to your industry and provides some helpful information on howto reduce and manage waste at the source.

This booklet is not intended to be a substitute for the state’s “Dangerous Waste Regulations.” For “up todate” information regarding specific or regulatory questions, your nearest Ecology regional office has specialists inthe following programs: hazardous waste, solid waste, water quality and air quality. We are here to help!

4 On-Site Technical Assistance4 Information and Referral Hotline4 Resource Center4 Workshops and Seminars4 Materials Exchange Information

Contact the Department of Ecology at the phone number shown on the map below.

The Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program 3

Introduction

Approximately 275 million tons ofhazardous waste are generated each yearin the United States. That is enough to fillthe Louisiana Super Dome 7 times eachyear. That equates to about one ton ofhazardous waste for every American man,woman, and child. Manufacturing even asimple product produces hazardous waste.For example, the manufacture of a tennisball creates 50 different hazardous wastestreams, stain resistant carpet creates 118different waste streams, and a large car(fully loaded, of course) creates eight 55-gallon drums of hazardous waste duringmanufacturing! These wastes can pollutegroundwater, rivers, lakes, aquifers, air, andthe soil that we grow our food in and liveon. It only takes one gallon of used oil topollute one million gallons of drinkingwater.

Ever since vehicles were first manu-factured in the early 1900s, they have beenreused and recycled. The recycling systemis heavily dependent on vehicle recyclers.When an automobile is no longer usable, itgenerally ends up in the hands of a recy-cler. The United States vehicle recyclingand shredding industry is a multi-billiondollar a year business. Vehicle recyclersplay a valuable role by rebuilding, recov-ering, and reselling usable parts from wornout or damaged vehicles, as well asrecycling materials that cannot be used intheir present form. They make it easy forconsumers to find clean, used parts for alltypes of vehicles. Even though generationof wastes are some times unavoidable,vehicle recyclers improve the quality of ourenvironment through good waste manage-ment practices.

Waste reduction and pollution preven-tion practices can benefit the vehicle recy-cling industry in many ways, including:

l A healthier, safer work environment foryou and your employees generatingpossible dollar savings in medicalinsurance, fewer sick days, and in-creased production.

l Protection of yourself and others fromserious injury or illnesses.

l Avoidance of long-term liability con-cerns. Remember, you are legally andfinancially responsible for the properhandling of your wastes.

l Maintaining the ability to get insuranceor bank loans.

l Minimizing the chances of not beingable to sell your property due to con-tamination problems.

l Substantial monetary savings onhazardous waste management costs.

l Avoiding costly waste transportationand disposal costs.

l Reducing regulatory requirements.l Reducing operation costs by using less

raw or new materials.l Saving money when you buy and use

only what you need.l Thinking of everything as a product.

Selling or exchanging surplus materialswith other businesses may produceadditional income for your business.

l Creating a great marketing and publicrelations tool. Tell everyone that yourbusiness is environmentally responsible!

4 A Guide for Vehicle Recyclers

You Auto Recycle!

Here are the facts:l Approximately 10 million vehicles are

recycled annually.l At least 95% of all cars scrapped in the

United States are collected for reuseand recycling.

l Cars are the number 1 recycled productin the United States.

l 75% of the material in a vehicle iscurrently recycled, as opposed to about61% of aluminum cans.

l Vehicle recycling generates approxi-mately 12 million tons of recycled steelevery year in the United States. That is37% of all ferrous scrap to the scrapprocessing industry generating anenergy savings of approximately 74%—enough energy to power 18 millionhouseholds for one year.

l Recycling saves an estimated 85million barrels of oil that would other-wise be used to manufacture newreplacement parts.

l Recycling one car conserves 2,500pounds of iron ore, 1,000 pounds ofcoal and 40 pounds of limestone.

l Recycling steel reduces air pollution by86%, water use by 40%, water pollu-tion by 97% and mining wastes by97%.

Everyone has a vested interest invehicle recycling. Using recycled materials inthe manufacture of new vehicles can reducecosts for both automakers and consumerswhile conserving valuable natural resources.

What Happens Whenthe Vehicle Gets to theYard?

All businesses are different—some arelarger than others, some perform tasks thatothers do not. The following list offers somehelpful best management practices for anysize vehicle recycler.

Incoming cars4 Inspect incoming vehicles for leaks in

engines, radiators, transmissions,differentials, fuel tanks and damagedareas.

4 Place drip pans under leaks to collectall fluids.

4 Remove fuel, refrigerants, and batteryas soon as possible.

4 Drain all fluids from vehicles over aconcrete drip pad before crushing orstoring on bare ground. This includesfluids in: engines, radiators, transmis-sions, heater cores, brake lines, differ-entials, all lines and hoses, fuel tanks,air conditioning units and windowwashing fluid tanks. Remove andcapture refrigerants.

4 Remove used engines through thehood. Do not tip vehicles on theirsides. This allows fluids to run out andspill on the ground.


Waste Reduction - A Good StartWaste is defined as any material you

intend to discard. Waste is considered yoursif your actions or business operations causeclean material to become contaminated andunusable for its intended, original purpose. Ifwaste is on your property (even if someoneelse dumped it there or left it behind) youare responsible for it. The greatest economicand environmental benefits come fromavoiding the generation of waste in the firstplace.

Material is considered a waste untilrecycling makes it usable again. Recycling isbetter than disposal, but is still less beneficialthan waste reduction. These ideas shouldhelp to reduce waste, free up labor, and mayprovide you payback on investments.To begin4 Take a walk through your business and

look at all the processes that use chemi-cals or generate solid, liquid or airwastes.

4 Do not let yourself get overwhelmed!Make small incremental changes.

4 Ask yourself if there is a way you canchange a process so that it does notproduce a waste or if you can lower thetoxicity of the products you use.

Substitute a less toxic raw material4 Switch to non-chlorinated compounds

or a cabinet parts washer for partscleaning.

4 Always ask for a material safety datasheet before ordering any new product.Biodegradable does not necessarilymean environmentally safe, or that theproduct is exempt from regulations.Safe products that become mixed withhazardous substances may need to behandled as hazardous waste. CallEcology for help if you are unsure.

Use good operating practices4 Do not let liquids evaporate; maintain

equipment to prevent leaks and spills;monitor usage.

4 Maintain equipment and use drip pansto minimize the use of any absorbents.If you must use absorbents, considerreusable or combustible materials.

4 LABEL everything (including smallspray bottles) to avoid cross contamina-tion. This will facilitate recycling.

4 Keep all chemicals in closed, coveredor sealed containers.

4 Always use funnels or pumps whentransferring or dispensing chemicals.

4 Place a platform or step next to storagedrums so employees do not have to liftdrain pans above their waists.

4 Seal floor drains. Do not dischargeprocessed waste water to the ground,dry wells or septic systems.

Recycle wastes and waste water whichyou cannot reduce.4 Consider putting dirty floor washing

water into your spray cabinet instead ofdown the drain.


Used oils include but are not limited to thefollowing:

Motor oilTransmission fluidLubricating oilGear oilCutting oilHydraulic oilDifferential oilPower-steering fluidTransaxle fluid

4 Store used oil in a leak-proof and closedcontainer.

4 Do not accidentally contaminate yourused oil with even small amounts ofbrake cleaner, carb cleaner, or solvents.Even small amounts of chlorinatedsolvents turn recyclable used oil intodangerous waste. Purchase and usenon-chlorinated aerosol solvents.

4 Drain and collect all oils on a coveredand curbed, impermeable concrete areaaway from any drains.

4 Used oils can be mixed together andstored in the same container. However,check with your oil disposal company orDepartment of Ecology (Ecology)before mixing any wastes together in thesame drum. In addition, burning mixedused oils of significantly differentviscosities has been reported to cause oilheater feed lines to clog.

4 Label properly. “Used Oil Only”4 Regularly check all used oil storage

containers.4 Used oil may be recycled by:

Recovery and re-refining by an oilhauler or fuel marketer or, burning inan approved on-site heating unit orsent off site to be burned for energyrecovery. Check with Ecology forrequirements.

4 Do not mix antifreeze, solvents, gaso-line, degreasers, paint or anything elsewith used oil.

4 Do not mix brake fluid with used oil.Collect and dispose of separately.

The following types of wastes may beproduced by the vehicle recycling industryduring dismantling or disassembly:

Possible Hazardous Wastesñ Used Oilñ Used Oil Burned in Space Heatersñ Used Oil Filtersñ Transmission Fluidñ Transmission Filtersñ Brake Fluidñ Antifreezeñ Refrigerant (CFCs)ñ Fuel and Fuel Filtersñ Lead-acid Batteriesñ Lead Partsñ Mercury Switchesñ Waste Waterñ Sump Sludgesñ Air Emissionsñ Spray Cansñ Windshield Washer Fluidñ Air Bagsñ Auto Fluffñ Shop Towelsñ Auto Body Shop Wasteñ Asbestosñ Contaminated Soil

Non-hazardous Wastesñ Dustñ Tiresñ Plasticsñ Glassñ Empty Containers

Used oilsUsed oil is defined as any oil that has

been refined from crude oil that has beenused and as a result of such use is contami-nated by physical or chemical impurities. Donot accidentally contaminate your used oilwith even small amounts of brake cleaner,carb cleaner, or other wastes. This couldturn your used oil into hazardous wastes.


Transmission FluidTransmission fluid is not regulated as

a hazardous waste unless it is not recycledor it has been mixed or contaminated withhazardous wastes such as solvents, brakecleaner or carb cleaner.4 Do manage transmission fluids like you

manage used oil.4 Do not dispose of transmission fluid in

a storm drain, septic tank, dry well,sewer system or dumpster.

Transmission FiltersTransmission filters should be handled

like used oil filters. This means that trans-mission filters are exempt from statehazardous waste requirements if they arerecycled or properly disposed of in a landfillor hazardous waste facility.4 Remove fluid by draining for 24 hours.4 Keep drained filters in a container

marked “Used Transmission FiltersOnly.”

4 Put oil drained from filters in your“Used Oil Only” container.

4 Do not put undrained filters in thedumpster.

Brake FluidShops occasionally deal with small

amounts of brake fluid. Because brake fluidis not crude-based, it shouldn’t be treated asused oil. Brake fluid itself is typicallyhazardous, due to toxicity. Brake fluid alsobecome hazardous when it gets contami-nated with chlorinated solvents from spraycan brake cleaner.4 Collect brake fluid in a separate,

marked, closed container.4 Look for a waste hauler that will

recycle used brake fluid.4 Do not put brake fluid down any drain

or on the ground.

Used Oil Burned in Space HeatersDo not burn oil for disposal, this is

illegal. Burn oil for heating only.The kinds of used oils that may be

burned in space heaters are:1.) Any used oil from do-it-yourself oil

changers who generate used oil as ahousehold waste,

2.) On-specification oil from any source,(see criteria below)

3.) Off-specification used oil provided thatthe heater burns only used oil that theowner or operator generates, the heateris designed for a maximum capacity ofnot more than 0.5 million BTU perhour and the combustion gases fromthe heater are vented to the outside.

If your business burns used oil forenergy recovery, check with your state orlocal air quality division to inquire about airquality requirements, and check with statebuilding code personnel to inquire aboutbuilding codes for the installation and use ofthe burner.

On-specification oil means the usedoil meets the following specifications:♦ Flash point 100 degrees Fahrenheit

minimum♦ Arsenic 5 parts per million (ppm)

maximum♦ Cadmium 2 ppm maximum♦ Chromium 10 ppm maximum♦ Lead 100 ppm maximum♦ Total halogens 4000 ppm maximum♦ PCB 2 ppm maximum

Off-specification oil is any oil thatexceeds one of the maximum concentra-tions listed above.

Used Oil FiltersUsed oil filters, except those from

heavy trucks are exempted from state andfederal hazardous waste requirements.Used oil filters should be punctured anddrained for 24 hours, then crushed and keptin a separate container.4 Keep drained filters in a separate

container marked “Used Oil FiltersONLY”.

4 Recycle used oil filters that have beendrained and crushed.

4 Put oil drained from filters into your“Used Oil Only” container.


AntifreezeAntifreeze is commonly made up of

ethylene glycol, propylene glycol, or anotherchemical that will transfer heat from avehicle engine to its radiator. Antifreezeoften becomes contaminated with traces offuel, metal particles and grit. Some recenttoxicity characteristic tests have shown lead,benzene, and other contaminants present atlevels which make antifreeze a hazardouswaste. Still bottoms, antifreeze filters orsolids should also be handled as hazardouswaste.

Flushing wastes are not consideredthe same as antifreeze and are not typicallyhazardous if generated through simple waterrinsing with a hose. Reusable or recycledantifreeze can be used in facility vehicles,sold or given away. Fact sheets on anti-freeze management are available by requestfrom Ecology.4 Drain antifreeze from radiators and

heater cores as soon as possible.4 Determine if the antifreeze is reusable

or waste fluid.4 Store antifreeze in closed containers on

an impermeable concrete surface withspill controls. Consider keeping anti-freeze in two separate, closed contain-ers: one for antifreeze that cannot bereused marked “WASTE ANTI-FREEZE ONLY,” and one marked“USABLE ANTIFREEZE ONLY.”

4 Recycle by reuse, distillation, filtrationor ion exchange. Recycling can be doneon-site or off-site by a antifreezerecycling service.

4 Do not mix waste antifreeze with anyother waste.

4 Do not dispose of antifreeze downstorm drains, in septic tanks, dry wells,sewer systems or on bare ground.

Refrigerant (CFCs)One of the single largest users of

refrigerant chlorofluorocarbons, or CFCs, isautomotive air conditioning. It accounts forover 20% of all the CFCs used in thiscountry. CFCs refer to the Freon, R-12 andR-134a used in air conditioning units. Theyare a family of chemicals that are stable,nonflammable and noncorrosive. If releasedinto the air, CFCs drift into the upper

atmosphere and destroy the ozone layerthat protects the Earth from harmfulultraviolet radiation.

It is illegal to vent CFCs into theenvironment. This includes Freon, R-12 andR-134a that is being reclaimed or recycled.Spent CFCs not reclaimed or recycled andCFCs used as solvents are considereddangerous waste.

CFCs are processed by using one ofthese methods:

Recovery—removing refrigerant fromair conditioning units and storing it in acontainer without testing or processing it or

Reclaiming—processing refrigerant,usually by distillation, until it meets resalespecifications.4 Remove refrigerants from all vehicles

using EPA approved recovery equip-ment.

4 Verify that all vehicles entering thefacility without refrigerant have had therefrigerant removed using the propermethods.

4 Store refrigerant in tanks that meetfederal Department of Transportation(DOT) or Underwriters Laboratory(UL) standards.

4 Sell refrigerant only to certified techni-cians or certified reclaiming facilitieswho will reclaim it to its original purityspecifications.

4 Reuse refrigerant only in vehicle airconditioning units owned by yourfacility.

4 Dispose of filters from CFC recaptureas hazardous waste.

Fuel and Fuel Filters4 Remove fuel tanks as soon as possible

after the vehicle enters the facility.4 Determine if fuel is reusable or waste

fuel.4 Label containers clearly. “Reusable

Fuel” or “Waste Fuel.”4 Store waste fuel in closed, leak-proof

containers.4 Reusable fuel may be used in facility or

employee vehicles.4 Do not mix fuel with any other waste

streams.4 Drain excess fuel from filters into a

proper fuel container.


4 Accumulate used fuel filters in aseparate, fireproof container marked“Used Fuel Filters Only.”

4 Fuel filters should be handled ashazardous waste and disposed ofaccordingly. Some landfills will takeused fuel filters if they are puncturedand drained for 24 hours. Check withyour local landfill for information.

Lead-Acid BatteriesSpent lead-acid batteries contain lead

and corrosive acids which are consideredhazardous waste if they are not recycled orreturned to a battery manufacturer.4 Test batteries to determine usability or

resale quality.4 If spent, remove lead cable ends from

batteries and store lead parts in acovered container that is strong enoughto hold the weight of the lead.

4 Leave lead battery cable ends attachedto scrap batteries for recycling.

4 Place cracked or leaking batteries in aclosed leak-proof storage container oron a curbed, impermeable asphaltsurface with spill controls. Battery acidcan degrade concrete.

4 Store batteries indoors. If storedoutdoors, the area should be covered tokeep rainwater from collecting andcausing runoff. Protect batteries fromfreezing.

Lead PartsLead is a well known toxic substance.

The amount of lead found in a single BB orshotgun pellet is enough to contaminate anentire truckload of auto fluff, making ithazardous waste and requiring costlydisposal.4 Remove lead tire weights and battery

cable ends before crushing vehicles.Battery cable ends may be left onusable batteries and recycled along withthe batteries.

4 Remove other known sources of leadfrom vehicles when practical.

4 Store lead parts in a covered containerthat is strong enough to hold the weightof the lead.

4 Recycle lead parts with a metals orbattery recycler.

Mercury SwitchesMercury is a highly toxic metal often

found in the hood or trunk light switches ofolder vehicles. Once released into theenvironment, mercury cannot be elimi-nated.4 Remove all mercury switches from the

vehicle as soon as possible.4 Be careful not to break or puncture the

mercury container during removal.4 Store mercury switches in a leak-proof,

closed container. Store in a way thatwill prevent the capsules from breaking.

4 Recycle mercury switches with alicensed metals recycler that reclaimsmercury.

Wastewater ManagementWastewater is water that has been

used for a purpose such as engine cleaningand will be disposed of. All process waste-water should go to a sanitary sewer and notto any other type of drain. Check with yourlocal sewage plant for information ondischarge limits and to obtain a dischargepermit if required or to find out where yourdrains lead. Fact sheets are available fromEcology for more information: “FloorDrains and Generator Liability,” “ProcessWaste Water Disposal Associated withVehicle Maintenance,” “So, You Have ThisFloor Sump...,” “Wastewater DischargePermits in Washington State” and “WaterQuality in Washington State.”4 Use either an on-site capture and reuse

system for wastewater or have aconnection to a city sewer and waste-water treatment facility with the properpermitting.

4 Floor cleaning waste water may becontaminated with heavy metals andgrease that need to be treated beforedischarging to the sewer. If not contami-nated, the water may go to an oil/waterseparator (or other type of appropriatesystem) and then the sanitary sewer.

4 Recycle floor mop water into cabinetwashers.

4 Steam cleaning, pressure washing andspray cabinet wastewater should go toan oil/water separator (or other type ofappropriate system) and then thesanitary sewer.


Wastewater Management (cont.)4 Recirculate and reuse water until

unusable.4 Evaporate cabinet washer water to

reduce its volume.4 Keep floors clean to begin with. Catch

leaks before they hit the floor.

Sump SludgesSludges from your sump or oil/water

separator may be hazardous waste. Youwill need to test sludge at a professionallaboratory to determine if it is hazardous,or save testing costs and assume the wasteis hazardous and manage it accordingly.4 If sludge tests as a hazardous waste,

send it to a hazardous waste manage-ment facility.

4 Do not put hazardous sludge in thedumpster or on the ground.

4 Do not use a septic tank pumpingservice to remove this sludge. There isno legal, environmentally safe way forthese services to dispose of the waste ifit is hazardous.

Air Emissions, Toxic AirPollutants, and VOCs (VolatileOrganic Compounds)

These emissions may result fromrunning engines, the volatilization of gaso-line and solvents, CFCs from air condition-ing units, airborne substances from spraycans or cutting and welding when disman-tling and cleaning. A permit from your stateor local county or city air program may benecessary if you generate hazardous, toxicor odorous air emissions.4 Try to control hazardous emissions at

the source: keep drums, containers andwashers covered and turned off whennot in use.

4 To minimize risk from CFCs, EPAapproved equipment must be used onlyby a certified technician.

4 Do not air dry solvent-soaked towels orparts.

4 Label everything down to the small-est bottle!!!!!!

Prevent and Suppress DustListed below are some techniques to

prevent and suppress dust.4 Vegetate or mulch areas that don’t

receive traffic.4 Apply gravel or rock, or pave areas.4 Clear vegetation only from areas you

will be working in immediately.4 Construct natural or artificial wind

breaks or wind screens.4 Apply water to reduce emissions from

temporary sources.4 Surface apply chemical suppressants to

non-traveled areas. Used oil cannot beused for this purpose.

4 Lower speed limits on roads.4 Cover piles to protect from wind.

Ecology has a very informative Focussheet entitled “Techniques for Dust Preven-tion and Suppression.” Call today andrequest it!


Spray CansIf you throw out partially empty spray

cans of products like brake cleaner or carbcleaner, they are typically regulated ashazardous waste because they containignitable, chlorinated solvents.4 Use the entire spray can before starting

another.4 If a spray can malfunctions, handle as a

hazardous waste or consider returning itto your supplier.

4 Use refillable spray cans that do notmist the spray. Consider phasing outspray cans.

TiresMore than 50% of the nation’s rubber

supply is used to make tires. About 242million tires are scrapped in the UnitedStates each year. Up to 80% of tires arenow retreaded, recycled, or used as fuel.Tire products include:4 Fuel for combustion at power plants,

tire plants, cement plants, pulp andpaper mills, and more.

4 Whole tires are used as breakwaters,playground equipment, erosion control,highway crash barriers, tires for lowspeed non-road farm equipment, stockfeeders, and as cover weights.

4 Crumb rubber for use as pavement/floormats, vehicle mud guards, adhesives,playground gravel substitute, sludgecomposting, split tire products, backfill,landfill leachate collection systems anddaily cell cover, septic-system leachfields, filler in new tires, sports surfaces,railroad crossings, and belt covers.

Illegally dumped tires or tire piles canpose health hazards by providing a breedingground for mosquito infestation and thepotential for fires. In landfills, tires take up alarge amount of space, harbor rodents, andcollect gases.4 Store waste tires in a sunny area to

allow evaporation of standing water andto kill heat-intolerant mosquito larvae.

4 Find out about tire storage requirementsin your area.

4 Transport stored waste tires regularly toprevent large accumulations.

4 Find out about recycling opportunities inyour area.

Windshield Washing FluidAlthough window washing fluid is

mainly alcohol, water and detergent, it maycontain small amounts of antifreeze.4 Reuse window washing fluid in recy-

cling facility or employee vehicles.4 Sell or give away reclaimed window

washing fluid to customers.4 Store window washing fluid in covered

containers on a curbed, impermeable,concrete surface with spill controls.

4 Label containers properly.4 Do not pour window washing fluid

down sanitary sewer, storm watersewers or septic drains.

Air BagsMost new cars come equipped with air

bags. The propellant used in air bags issodium azide, a hazardous substance whichis dangerous if inhaled and may burnexposed skin.4 Leave deployed air bag units in ve-

hicles. (Air bags that have been de-ployed do not pose a risk to humanhealth or the environment.)

4 Remove all unused air bag units whenvehicles enter the facility.

4 Store undeployed air bag units indoors,protected from the weather until theycan be resold.

Auto FluffAfter vehicles have been drained and

dismantled, the bodies to be salvaged areshredded. Then, metal pieces are magneti-cally picked from the shreddings. Theresidue after picking is called “fluff”. Autofluff has been known to contain high levelsof cadmium, chromium, lead, and PCBs iffluids are not totally drained from thevehicle when the vehicle is crushed.4 Make sure that all fluids are drained

from vehicles before crushing.


Shop Towels4 Try not to use disposable towels. Cloth

towels can be cleaned and reused.4 When possible use non-chlorinated

cleaning compounds.4 Do not throw dirty towels into the

dumpster. Use an industrial laundryservice.

4 Do not saturate towels. If you do,wring them out and reuse the liquid.

4 Keep waste shop towels in a closed,fireproof container labeled “Used shoptowels only”.

Auto Body Shop WastesIf your vehicle recycling facility also

does auto body work, you need to considerthose waste streams associated with bodywork and painting. Contact Ecology for acopy of “A Guide for Autobody Shops.”

PlasticsRecycling of plastics saves 90% of

the energy over its primary productionenergy use. Unfortunately, plastics aremade of many different materials which arenot compatible with each other and cannotbe recycled to high value products as mixedplastics. For successful recycling, materialsmust be separated in their pure form. Todate, there is no real market for plasticsrecovered from used automobiles. Industryis trying to incorporate recyclability at thedesign stage thereby creating eventualmarkets.4 Check with your local recycling firm

for plastic recycling options.

GlassAutomotive windshield glass is

typically manufactured with two layers ofglass and a sheet of PVC membrane inbetween. Because of this layering, recy-cling options for automotive windshieldglass are limited. In addition, automotiveglass has a different chemical compositionfrom container glass. Automotive glass canbe recycled into construction aggregate orother secondary markets if the PVC filmcan be completely removed. For moreinformation, call the Clean Air WashingtonCenter at 206-389-2808.

AsbestosUnder the Toxic Substances Control

Act (TSCA) asbestos, if airborne, has beendeclared hazardous to human health. Brakeshoes and clutches are not typically removedfor reuse in vehicle recycling and arecrushed with the vehicle. This may pose asignificant problem at the shredder sitewhere fine asbestos particles becomeairborne. Human health may also be im-pacted during their transportation to thelandfill.

If you do remove brake shoes andclutches at your business, you have thepotential to be exposed to asbestos dust.When these parts are removed from avehicle, some dust can generally be seen.There are also many very small dust par-ticles that cannot be seen with the nakedeye.

These invisible particles may beasbestos or other brake lining material.Asbestos is only one of many materials usedin brake linings today.

Until the use of asbestos products isphased out, the best way of limiting expo-sure and health damage to workers is to useproper controls, containing brake dust andpreventing its release in the air.4 Do not clean brakes or clutches with air

hoses, dry brushes, wet brushes, rags,garden hose, liquid squirt bottles, solventspray or ordinary shop vacs.

4 If you clean brakes or clutch assemblies,do use a special “HEPA” filter vacuumcleaner.

4 If you remove brake shoes or clutches,using specially designed low pressurespray equipment that wets down brakeor clutch dust and properly catches therun-off may prevent some asbestos frombeing released in the garage.

4 Dispose of asbestos waste according toFederal and local regulations. Call yournearest regional Ecology Air Programoffice for further information.

4 Asbestos waste should be placed in aheavy plastic bag, double tied, andstored in a leak proof, airtight containerdesignated for asbestos waste.

4 Do not eat, smoke or drink in asbestoswork areas.

4 Wash thoroughly before eating or goinghome.


4 Change into clean clothes before goinghome. Do not take work clothing home.Asbestos particles can become embed-ded in clothing and carried home.

Contaminated SoilAt some facilities, soil has become

contaminated by past or ongoing vehiclehandling practices. The severity of thecontamination will depend on such factors asthe toxicity of the pollutant, total cumulativefluid loss to the ground and spill cleanupprocedures.4 Prevent spills before they happen.4 If a spill does occur, assess the potential

for ground water contamination.4 Collect the soil in appropriate containers

and store the containers on a covered,impermeable containment area until itcan be cleaned or transported to a wastetreatment facility.

4 Cover any remaining contaminated soilwith a plastic cover to prevent contactwith rainwater.

4 Divert stormwater around the coveredcontaminated soil to prevent contamina-tion of the stormwater.

Empty ContainersAn empty container is one that has had

all contents removed by normal practicalmeans, such as inverting and draining,shaking, scraping or scooping. After all thesemethods have been utilized, the container isconsidered empty when:4 No more than 1 inch or 3% of the

container volume remains for smallcontainers less than 110 gallons.

4 No more than 0.3% of the containervolume remains for containers greaterthan 110 gallons.

4 Compressed gas pressure inside thecontainer is equal, or nearly equal toatmospheric pressure.

4 Store empty containers in an areaprotected from the weather.

4 Make sure all containers are covered,bungs are tightly in place, all labels areremoved and the container is marked“EMPTY.” Include the name of the lastproduct stored in the container and thedate it was emptied.

4 If you are not going to reuse the emptycontainers on-site, recycle them ifpossible.

Containers of acutely hazardouswaste, toxic extremely hazardous waste orpesticides marked with danger or warninglabels, must be rinsed at least 3 times withwater or solvent, depending on the originalcontents. Reuse or properly dispose of therinse water.

Refer to Ecology Fact Sheet #96-431“Safe Handling of Empty Containers.”

Material Safety Data Sheets(MSDSs)

A material safety data sheet shouldcome with each of the chemical productsyou purchase from a manufacturer orvendor. They are used to relay chemicalhazard information. As a business, you arerequired to keep MSDSs for all productsavailable to employees. The ability to scanthrough an MSDS and pick out the follow-ing information is important. MSDSs arevaluable because they describe:4 the physical and chemical properties of

the hazardous substances contained inthe product

4 spill cleanup instructions4 health hazards and appropriate first aid4 fire and explosion hazards4 proper management and disposal

practicesAn MSDS file should be maintained

at the workplace. It should be located sothat all employees have easy access. If youkeep MSDSs on file in a computer, a hardcopy should also be available in the eventof a computer failure or loss of electricalpower.

Indicate to your employees how andwhere your MSDSs are to be located andany access procedures necessary. Assignsomeone the responsibility to obtain,maintain and update MSDS information.


TestingSometimes sending a sample of waste

to a laboratory for analysis is the only wayto determine if the waste is hazardous.Important tests for vehicle recyclers mayinclude pH, volatile organics, total petroleumhydrocarbons and heavy metals. If you testa waste once, and continue to use the sameindustrial process, you may apply those testresults when designating future batches ofthe same waste. If you need to test, requestEcology’s Hazardous Waste ServicesDirectory for help in locating a laboratory.

Solvents for Cleaning PartsHere are some low tech ideas for

reducing solvent-based parts washingwaste:Equipment Management4 Switch to a recirculating spray cabinet

for cleaning parts instead of usingsolvent.

4 Negotiate your service contracts so thatsolvent change outs fit your use sched-ule, especially if you have seasonalfluctuations.

4 Segregate cleaning into two stages,each having a dedicated washing unit.Two units extend the usefulness of thesolvent.

4 Use parts washers equipped with filtersand other separation and treatmentoptions that will keep the solventcleaner longer. Add-on accessories areavailable.

4 Consider an on-site distillation unit torecycle spent solvent.

Equipment Operation4 Think about when parts need cleaning

and when they do not. Each use of aparts washing unit increases contamina-tion of the cleaner and shortens thecleaner’s useful life. If only interiorsurfaces need to be cleaned, avoidcleaning the exterior. Remove caked ongrease and oil from parts with a scraperor knife before washing to reducecleaning time and water used.

4 Clean carefully (no splashing or drag-ging) and use drain racks to savesolvent and clean up labor.

4 Cover and turn off circulating sinks toprevent evaporation.

4 Appearance is not always a goodindicator of the solvent’s ability toclean. Monitoring change out schedulesand filtering helps to extend the usefullife of the cleaner.

Inventory Management4 Limit access to supplies to prevent

waste. Use a computer to track partsand wastes. Do not over order supplies.Use only what you need.

4 Consider the convenience of using acentral cleaning station. Weigh indi-vidual stations against their potential foraccidents and exposure, and wastegeneration versus convenience andefficiency.

These low tech, low cost ideas can beapplied to other vehicle recycling processesas well.

Waste Handling, Storage andDisposal Practices

It is recommended that waste streamsnot be mixed. Mixing means fewer recyclingopportunities or reuse options and moreexpensive management costs. Mixingwastes might even cause a chemical reactionthat could produce an explosion or toxicgases. Also, please remember - Label,Label, Label!


A Quick Look at the Waste StreamsWaste Best Handling Method

Air bag cartridges Sell, dispose of properly.

Antifreeze Reuse, recycle on-site or off-site.

Batteries Recycle; avoid storing for more than 6 months.

Brake fluid Collect in a separate container, and dispose through ahazardous waste company.

Empty containers Reuse on-site after all free product has been removed andthe container cleaned. Recycle larger metal containerssuch as drums. Check with local solid waste landfill to seeif they accept empty containers.

Freon (CFC) Recover using certified recycling equipment and recycleon-site or send off-site.

Parts washer solvent Recycle through service provider or dispose as hazardouswaste. Extend change-out time until solvent is unusable.

Shop towels Use a commercial service that provides laundered clothtowels.

Solvents Dispose of as hazardous waste.

Sump sludge Sump sludge should be tested to determine if it is ahazardous waste due to heavy metal or solvent content. Iftests show it is hazardous, send it to a hazardous wastemanagement facility, or save testing costs and treat ashazardous waste.

Tires Recycle when possible, sell, dispose of.

Transmission filter Drain fluid, recycle through scrap metal dealer.

Transmission fluid Recycle.

Used oils Recycle.

Used oil filters Drain oil, recycle filter through scrap metal dealer.

Waste fuel Dispose of through a hazardous waste company.


If you: Please consider that : Bes t management prac t ice :

Wash engines o r par t s The resu l t ing was tewate r i s l ike lyto be hazardous f rom greases , o i l sand so lvents .

On ly wash eng ines and pa r t s i fabsolute ly necessary.K e e p w a s t e w a t e r s e p a r a t e a n devaluate i t .

U s e a e r o s o l s o l v e n t s o ro the r degrease r s

These chemica l s can compoundwas te p rob lems by con tamina t ingwashwa te r , s l udge , o r ba reground wi th hazardous mate r ia l s .

Pu t pa r t s to be c leaned on a d r ip pan -not the floor.Use a f i l t e red par t s washer to c leanengine par ts and manage the solvent inthe washe r a s a haza rdous was t e .Use aerosols tha t do not des ignate ashaza rdous was t e .

Drain vehic le f lu ids(o i l , b rake f lu id ,antifreeze, etc.)

These chemica l s can compoundwas te p rob lems by con tamina t ingwashwa te r , s l udge , o r ba reground wi th hazardous mate r ia l s .

Use d r ip pans under veh ic les to co l l ec tfluids.Recycle used o i l s and o ther f lu ids .Drain radia tors before f lushing andrecycle waste ant i f reeze .

Clean shop f loors Hosing the f loors down wi thwater or so lvent can f lushcontaminants into the f loor drains ,contaminating sludges in thesystem or poss ibly causing runoffto the bare ground outs ide.

Keep f loors c lean to avo id the need towash.Use d ry sweep ing compounds .Reuse sweep ing compounds as long asthey remain absorbent .Use dead-end sump to ca tch and ho ldwash water i f necessary .

Store solvents Spi l led or l eaked so lvents andthe i r vapors a re dangerous andcan con tamina te ba re g round o rwas tes in the p lumbing sys tem.

Keep conta iners c losed a t a l l t imeswhen not in use.S tore so lven ts in a “ f lammables”cabine t .Do not use solvents near dra ins .

S tore was te vehic lef lu ids in a room wi th af loo r d ra in

Many mate r ia l s used in veh ic lescan be dange rous and cancontaminate wastes in theplumbing system.

Keep was te con ta iners in a separa te ,covered s to rage a rea wi th no f loordra in .Ins t a l l a cu rb , be rm o r good secondarycontainment system to contain anywastes that may leak from storageconta iners .Inspec t conta iners for leaks on aweek ly bas i s .

Accidenta l ly sp i l ledma te r i a l

Many mate r ia l s used in veh ic lescan be dange rous and cancontamina te bare g round orwas tes in the p lumbing sys tem.

Clean up spi l l s immediate ly . Not i fy theSta te Emergency Management Div is iona t 1 -800-258-5990 o r Eas t e rn Reg ionEcology a t 509-456-2926 i fapp rop r i a t e .Have the ma te r i a l s needed fo r sp i l lc leanup on hand and t ra in . a l lemployees how to p rope r ly use them

Window cleaner Reuse, sell.Best Management Practices for Vehicle Recyclers

When working with any kind of vehicle fluids, please consider the following to helpreduce waste streams and keep hazardous substances out of building drains, sumps and offthe bare ground:


Identifying wastes:

A hazardous waste is a solid, liquid or gaseous material with certain properties thatcould cause injury or death to a person, or could damage and pollute land, air, surfacewater or groundwater. Some wastes are specifically listed in the Dangerous Waste Regula-tions as hazardous. Others wastes may be regulated because they exhibit certain character-istics (ignitability, corrosivity, reactivity, toxicity) or because they are waste mixtures whichmeet the criteria of toxicity or persistence.

Major Category Hazardous Waste Type Vehicle Recycler Examples

Listed Wastes Discarded Chemical Products are Pesticidesunused, discarded, pure substances that Unrinsed containershave only one active ingredient. Discarded chemicals may not be

generated by vehicle recyclers

Dangerous Waste Sources are hazardous Chlorinated Solventswastes from specific industry sources such Contaminated Oilas plating, and generic activities(such as degreasing) and are listed in theDangerous Waste Sources List.

Characteristic Wastes Ignitable waste is capable of causing Spent solventsa fire. Has a flash point of less than 140 Solvent still bottomsdegrees Fahrenheit.

Corrosive material is so strong it can Acid from lead-acid batteriesdissolve metals and burn skin and eyes. Acids/BasesHas a pH of 2 or less or 12.5 or greater.

Reactive material will become unstable Not typically generated by(burn, explode, give off vapors) if mixed vehicle recyclerswith air, water, heat or other materials.

Toxicity Characteristics (TCLP) material Spray cabinet wash wateris toxic if the waste is tested by a qualified (possible)lab using the Toxicity Characteristic Leaching SludgesProcedure (TCLP) and generates a Heavy metalspositive result.

Criteria Wastes Toxic wastes contain chemical constituents Waste antifreezethat are toxic to fish and other animals. Oil and transmission fluid

Brake fluid (possible)

Persistent wastes can be any chemicals Solvents with the word “chlor”that start with chloro, fluoro, or bromo. as part of the main ingredientsPlease refer to the list in the Dangerous Used oilWaste Regulations. Metal cutting oil

Methylene chloride


If you generate: Then your size is:

220 pounds or less per month SQG(less than 1/2 of a 55 gallon drum) (Conditionally Exempt Small Quantityof hazardous waste or less than Generator)2.2 pounds of acutely hazardous waste*

More than 220 pounds but less MQGthan 2200 pounds per month (Medium Quantity Generator)(about 1/2 to 4 drums) of hazardous waste

2200 pounds or more per month LQG(about 4 drums or more) of hazardous (Large Quantity Generator)waste or 2.2 pounds of acutelyhazardous waste

Small Quantity Generator (SQG):1. Identify hazardous wastes and keep

track of how much you generate oraccumulate each month.

2. Manage your waste in a way that doesnot pose a threat to human health or theenvironment.

3. Ensure that your wastes are treated,recycled, reused, or disposed of prop-erly.

4. If you have a generator RCRA Identifi-cation Number, remember to file yourannual Dangerous Waste Report withEcology by March 1 of each year.

Regulated Generator (MQG or LQG):1. Identify your hazardous wastes.2. Obtain a RCRA Identification Number.3. File your annual Dangerous Waste

Report with Ecology by March 1 ofeach year.

4. Perform preventative maintenance -maintain an alarm system for emergen-cies, have a spill clean up plan, havefire control equipment and clean upequipment on hand, maintain allemergency equipment, inspect andmaintain containers, have a fire inspec-tion once per year.

5. Properly accumulate hazardous waste- make sure your secondary contain-ment is capable of holding all leaks.

6. Plan for emergencies - have an emer-gency coordinator, post emergencyinformation, report spills and trainemployees. LQGs have a written trainingplan and a written contingency plan.

7. Use proper containers and managethem correctly - store ignitable wasteusing approved containers, keep incom-patible wastes separated, use leak proofand covered containers, inspect contain-ers weekly, maintain 30" of aisle spacebetween container rows and label.

8. Arrange for proper transportation anddisposal:LQGs must transport and dispose ofhazardous wastes within 90 days of thestart date noted on the container accu-mulation label.MQGs must transport and dispose ofhazardous wastes within 180 days of thestart date noted on the container accu-mulation label.SQGs have no time limit past the startdate noted on the container accumulationlabel. Accumulation time limits startwhen waste is first generated.

9. Manifest shipments of hazardous waste.10. Keep records of hazardous waste

activities - keep results of laboratorytests, keep copies of annual reports,manifests, and all records for at least 5years.

*Extremely Hazardous waste and Acute Hazardouswaste pose a greater threat to the environment andhuman health than Dangerous waste. ExtremelyHazardous waste is restricted from land disposal andmay have a Quantity Exclusion Limit (QEL) of 2.2pounds instead of 220 pounds. Acute Hazardous wastealso has a 2.2 pound QEL. Most businesses generateDangerous waste and not Extremely Hazardouswaste, but pesticide applicators and generatorsdiscarding products with poison labels should payspecial attention to this category.

Determining Generator Status


Plan For Emergencies

l Designate an emergency coordinator4 at all times there should be at least one employee on the premises or on call, who is responsible

for coordinating all emergency response measures. It is also a good idea to have at least one back-upemergency coordinator.

l Make sure the emergency coordinator is familiar with the:4 operations and activities at your site.4 location and hazardous properties of all the wastes that you handle.4 location of all records.4 layout of your facility (inside and outside).4 agreements you have made with state or local authorities and outside emergency response contractors

for their assistance.l Prepare and post near all phones and intercoms an emergency directory containing:

4 the name and telephone number of the emergency coordinator and his or her backups,4 a description and the location of emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers, spill control materials

and alarm system, and4 the telephone number of the fire department, unless you have a direct alarm.

l Educate your employees on the proper waste handling and emergency procedures that are relevantto their job responsibilities.

l If you generate per month, or accumulate at any time, more than 2,200 pounds of hazardouswaste, or 2.2 pounds of certain pesticides or poisons, you must also comply with the followingtraining requirements, prepare a written contingency plan and develop emergency procedures asoutlined below:

Additional Training Requirements for Generators of 2,200 Pounds or More: Include the following topicsin your training program:

4 The capabilities and proper use of emergency equipment including communication and alarm systems.4 How to respond to fires, explosions, spills, releases to air, and groundwater contamination incidents .4 Procedures for using, inspecting, repairing and replacing your emergency and any monitoring equipment.4 The details of any automatic waste feed cut-off systems. Steps for the shut-down of operations.

Provide annual refresher training for employees. Prepare and follow a written training plan which includes:

4 A listing of the job title, job description and name of the employee in each position that handles or relatesto hazardous waste management in your business .

4 A written description of the type and amount of both introductory and refresher training you require foreach position.

4 Records documenting that your employees have received and completed required training.

Written Contingency PlansYour written contingency plan should include the following:

4 A description of actions employees will take in an emergency.4 A description of any arrangements you have made with local police, fire departments, hospitals, contrac-

tors and state or local emergency response teams and the appropriate telephone numbers.4 Your emergency directory, with the emergency coordinator and his or her backups clearly identified.4 An up to date list and location of emergency equipment on the premises such as fire extinguishers, spill

control materials and alarm system.4 An evacuation plan for your employees that describes evacuation routes, alternate routes, and the signal

you will use to begin evacuation.


Required Emergency Procedures

For Generators of less that 2,200 pounds per month For Generators of 2,200 pounds or more per month

During an emergency, the Emergency During an emergency, the Emergency Coordinator must:Coordinator must: l Activate internal alarms to notify employees.l In the event of a fire, call the fire department or l Call state or local agencies if their help is needed.

attempt to extinguish the fire. l Identify the released material’s character (is it flam-l In the event of a spill, contain the flow of the mable?), exact source, amount and the area it

spill as much as possible, cleanup the waste and covers.any contaminated material, and call the nearest l Assess the possible hazards to human health and theEcology regional office. environment.

l If a fire, explosion or other release could l Call local authorities if evacuation of local areas maythreaten human health outside your business be advisable.or reach streams, lakes or groundwater, l Call the nearest Ecology regional office and thecall the nearest Ecology regional office and the National Response Center (1-800-424-8802) andNational Response Center (1-800-424-8802) give them the following information:with the following information:

1. Your name, address and RCRA 1. Name and telephone number of the caller.Identification Number. 2. Name and address of the business or organization.

2. Date, time and type of incident. 3. Time and type of hazardous waste incident.3. Amount and type of hazardous waste involved 4. Name and amount of the material involved.

in the incident. 5. Extent of any injuries.4. Extent of any injuries. 6. Possible hazards to human health or the environment5. Estimate the amount of recovered materials beyond your property.

and how you have managed these wastes. l Take steps to control the incident such as stopping equipment, removing or isolating containers andcollecting any released material.

l If appropriate, monitor leaks, pressure buildup, gasgeneration or ruptures while you’re handling theincident.

l Immediately after the emergency:4 Properly manage the recovered waste and

contaminated materials (soil, water, rags,clothing).

4 Make sure that emergency equipment is cleanedand fit for the next use.

l Call the nearest Ecology regional office and appropri-ate local authorities before resuming operations in theaffected area of your business.

* Make sure that you are not generating any more hazardous waste than you absolutely must. Businesses thatgenerate less than 220 pounds per month do not have to comply with the emergency planning requirements listedhere (although it is a very good idea to utilize these safety practices anyway).


Spills

Be Prepared — Spill Control

Spill Control Equipment4 Fire extinguishers are required in all vehicle recycling buildings. They should also be kept where any cutting

torches are used and in yard vehicles.4 Safety equipment for employees should include rubber or latex gloves and safety glasses.4 Industrial spill clean-up products or absorbent material for soaking up oils and solvents such as rags,

towels, pads, booms and organic absorbents (peat, corn cobs, cellulose fiber, sawdust, wood chips, riceand cotton seed hulls, granular clay, and lime for battery acid).

4 Brooms, shovels and dust pans to pick up clean-up materials.4 Containers to hold spill waste: drip pans, pails, drums.

Spill Prevention4 Confine inspection, draining and dismantling of vehicles to one area.4 Drain vehicles, parts, and cores as soon as possible after vehicles come in.4 Dismantle vehicles, parts and cores on a curbed, impermeable, concrete surface with drip pans and absor-

bent materials.4 Plug all hoses after draining.4 Place all fluids in proper storage containers immediately after draining.4 Store vehicles, parts and cores with proper spill containment.4 Secondary spill containment efforts must be large enough to contain the maximum volume of fluid that

could be spilled from the largest container in the area.4 Clean up small spills right away. Use the smallest amount of absorbent possible or drain into a sump or oil/

water separator.4 Dispose of used absorbents properly - launder, burn for energy recovery, or test and properly manage

either as solid or hazardous waste (per the test results). Store all used absorbents in closed, covered leak-proof containers.

4 Store all waste fluids in closed containers to prevent spills. Close tightly to prevent evaporation, and checklevels daily.

4 Inspect containers regularly for leaks.4 Develop a maintenance plan for all facility equipment, such as crushers, forklifts and hydraulic lifts. Keep

them well maintained, free of leaks and problems.4 Clean crusher regularly by wiping off accumulated grease and oil - this prevents runoff.4 Do not crush vehicles on unprotected ground.

Spill Clean Up4 Clean up spills right away.4 Report petroleum and fuel spills of 5 or more gallons, and any other chemical spill (including lead-acid

batteries) to the nearest Ecology Regional Office.4 Organic absorbents that contain hazardous wastes cannot be recycled or burned on site.4 Keep spill control equipment/absorbent materials in a central location, accessible to all employees.4 Train all employees to quickly respond to different kinds of spills.


Spills and Leaks Reporting

To Report a Spill or Leak Call:

1-800-258-5990 State Emergency Management Division 24-Hour Spill Number

Report: Reportable Quantity:Uncontained spills of toxic, flammable, Determine whether human health or the environmentcorrosive, and otherwise dangerous are threatened. Clean up the spill if you are equipped tochemicals or spills or discharges of handle it safely. If uncertain, stop and contain the spill,environmentally damaging then request assistance from your nearest regionalmaterials to water. Ecology office.

Who is required to report?EVERY PERSON who has any substance or material under their control, including:

4 Individuals, partnerships, companies, corporations.4 Government subdivisions, including officers of these entities.4 Owners of substances being stored or transported by another company.4 Property owners who discover contamination.4 Contractors that are in physical control of a discharged substance.

Know Your Facility:Materials Stored. Understand the characteristics, behaviors and safety precautions associated with the material.The Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) provided by the manufacturer or supplier should provide this informa-tion.Material Management. Review how your company stores and handles its chemicals. Inspect the dispensingequipment and containment construction to prevent accidents from happening.Planning. Does your company have a written Contingency Plan or similar document? If your company does nothave one perhaps they should draft one to assist employees in planning for a spill.Exercises. Conduct table top exercises to see if your company response plan works as planned. Improve andreview the company plan with company personnel. Check telephone numbers and ensure the plan contains usefuland accurate information.

If a Spill Occurs:Follow these Basic Steps:1. Observe the safety precautions associated with the material spilled.2. Stop the source of the spill if possible.3. Call your local fire and/or police departments if fire or public safety hazards are created.4. Contain the spilled material. Dirt, sand or any semi-impermeable material may be used to create a contain-

ment structure to prevent material from moving.5. Report the spill. For the number of the nearest Ecology office refer to the map on the inside cover.

State Emergency Management Division 24-Hour Spill Number 1-800-258-59906. Recover the spilled substance while observing safety precautions. Professional contractors may need to be

hired if large quantities or dangerous substances are involved or if long term cleanup and investigation isrequired.

Also:4 Comply with storage time, quantity, and handling requirements for containers and tanks.4 Obtain a storage, treatment, or disposal permit if you store, treat or dispose of your hazardous waste on site

in a manner requiring a permit.4 Take adequate precautions to prevent accidents, and be prepared to handle them properly in the event that

they do occur.


Hazardous Waste Disposal

The following is a partial list of Hazardous Waste Disposal and Recycling Companies. These are examples,not recommendations. For additional companies see Ecology’s Hazardous Waste Services Directory, the Envi-ronmental Services Directory, your county’s Hazardous Waste Disposal Guide, or your local phonebook.

ANTIFREEZE RECYCLING: (equipment and/or services)

Big Sky Industrial Philip Environmental9711 W. Euclid Road 955 Powell Ave SWSpokane, WA 99204 Renton, WA 98005Phone: (509) 624-4949 Phone: (425) 227-0311FAX#: (509) 624-0099 FAX#: (425) 227-6191

http://www.cnw.com or philipenv.comCleanCare (Spokane) CleanCare (Federal Way)1815 S. Lewis P.O. Box 4100Spokane, WA 99212 Federal Way, WA 98063Phone: (509) 456-6860 Toll Free: (800) 282-8128

FAX#: (253) 383-8724

Envirotech Systems, Inc . Safety Kleen (Lynnwood)18820 Aurora Ave. N. #201 6303-212th St. SWSeattle, WA 98133 Lynnwood, WA 98036Phone: (206) 363-9000 Phone: (425) 775-7030FAX#: (206) 546-1920Toll Free: 1-800-922-9395Van Waters and Rogers, Inc.PO Box 3541Terminal Annex OR E. 4515 WisconsinSeattle, WA 98124 Spokane, WA 99220Phone: (206) 872-5000 Phone: (509) 534-0405FAX#: (206) 872-5041

Safety Kleen (Spokane)E. 9516 MontgomerySpokane, WA 99206Phone: (509) 928-8353

BATTERY RECYCLING:

Allied Battery Co., Inc. Interstate BatterySystem1031-6th Ave. S of SpokaneSeattle, WA 98114 E. 6110 BroadwayPhone: (206) 624-4141 Spokane, WA 99212FAX#: (206) 624-1573 Phone: (509) 534-0676

Interstate Batteries Interstate Batteries727-134th St. SW 3480 Martin WayEverett, WA 98204 Olympia, WA 98506Phone: (425) 743-7677 Phone: (360) 438-2747FAX#: (425) 742-1739

Interstate Battery System of Yakima Standard Batteries of Spokane1325B S. 1st. Street N. 601 NapaYakima, WA 98901 Spokane, WA 99202Phone: (509) 457-3640 Phone: (509) 534-7879


OIL AND OIL FILTER RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL:

Philip Environmental Inc.1100 Oaksdale Ave. OR PO Box 229Renton, WA 98055 Washougal, WA 98671Phone: (425) 227-0311 Phone: (360) 835-8743FAX#: (425) 227-6187 FAX#: (360) 835-8872http://www.cnw.com or philipenv.comC. Frost Company, Inc. CleanCare Corp.13649 NE 126th Pl, Suite 202 P.O. Box 4100Kirkland, WA 98034 Federal Way, WA 98063Phone: (206) 820-1900 Phone: (253) 627-3925

FAX#: (253) 383-8724Toll Free: 1-800-282-8128

Big Sky Industrial First Recovery9711 W. Euclid Road PO Box 875Spokane, WA 99204 Enumclaw, WA 98022Phone: (509) 624-4949 Toll Free: 1-800-545-3520FAX#: (509) 624-0099 FAX#: (206) 813-5663

Safety Kleen Corp. Petroleum ReclaimingE. 9516 Montgomery Services, Inc.Spokane, WA 99206 3003 Taylor WayPhone: (509) 928-8353 Tacoma, WA 98421

Phone: (253) 926-0717

Safety Kleen Corp. CleanCare Corp.6303-212th St. SW 1815 S. LewisLynnwood, WA 98036 Spokane, WA 99212Phone: (425) 775-7030 Phone: (509) 456-6860

REFRIGERANTS (recycling, recovery, and reclamation equipment and services)

B.R. Engelking Co., Inc. Philip EnvironmentalACR Training PO Box 22923024 Brier Rd. Washougal, WA 98671Brier, WA 98036 Phone: (360) 835-8743Phone: (206) 778-2510 FAX#: (360) 835-8872

C. Frost Company, Inc. I.M./Thrifty Distribution13649 NE 126th Place PO Box 301337Kirkland, WA 98034 Portland, OR 97220Phone: (206) 820-1900 Toll Free: 1-800-747-0824

Johnson Controls Inc. Total Reclaim, Inc.3003 Northup Way PO Box 24996Bellevue, WA 98004 Seattle, WA 98124Phone: (206) 827-7810 Phone: (206) 343-7443

FAX#: (206) 343-7445


SOLVENT RECYCLING: (equipment and/or services)

Big Sky Industrial CleanCare Corporation9711 W. Euclid Road P.O. Box 4100.Spokane, WA 99204 Federal Way, WA 98063Phone: (509) 624-4949 Toll Free: (800) 282-8128FAX#: (509) 624-0099 FAX#: (253) 383-8724

Philip Environmental Chem-Safe Services, Inc.955 Powell Ave SW PO Box 616Renton, WA 98055 Kittitas, WA 98934Phone: (425) 227-0311 Phone: (509) 968-3973FAX#: (425) 227-6187 FAX#: (509) 968-4680

CleanCare Corp. Inland Technology, Inc.1815 S. Lewis 401 E. 27th St.Spokane, WA 99212 Tacoma, WA 98421Phone: (509) 456-6860 Phone: (253) 383-1177

FAX#: (253) 593-8749

Safety Kleen (Spokane) Safety Kleen (Lynnwood)E. 9516 Montgomery 6303-212th St. SWSpokane, WA 99206 Lynnwood, WA 98036Phone: (509) 928-8353 Phone: (425) 775-7030

Western Products Sol-Pro Inc.Spokane, WA 3401 Lincoln Ave., Suite EPhone: (509) 448-9715 Tacoma, WA 98401

Phone: (253) 627-4822FAX#: (253) 627-4997http://www.sol-pro.com

SPILL ASSISTANCE AND CLEANUP MATERIALS: (emergency spill response and equipment)

Advanced Environmental Big Sky IndustrialSolutions, Inc. 9711 W. Euclid Rd.7118 S. 220th Spokane, WA 99204Kent, WA 98032 Phone: (509) 624-4949Toll Free: 1-800-275-3549 FAX#: (509) 624-0099

CleanCare Corp.P.O. Box 4100 OR 1815 S. LewisFederal Way, WA 98063 Spokane, WA 99212Toll Free: (800) 282-8128 Phone: (509) 456-6860FAX#: (253) 383-8724

Foss Environmental Services Safety Kleen7440 W. Marginal Way S. E. 9516 MontgomerySeattle, WA 98108 Spokane, WA 99206Phone: (206) 767-0441 Phone: (509) 928-8353


Roar Tech, Inc. Safety & Supply Co.N. 522 Fiske St. 5510 E. Marginal Way S.Spokane, WA 99202 Seattle, WA 98134Phone: (509) 535-6757 Phone: (206) 762-8500FAX#: (509) 534-6759 FAX#: (206) 762-2939

Toll Free: 1-800-535-6757

TRANSPORTATION (HAZARDOUS WASTE): (Hazardous waste transporters providing UniformHazardous Waste Manifest assistance)

Big Sky Industrial Chem-Safe Services9711 W. Euclid Road PO Box 616Spokane, WA 99204 Kittitas, WA 98934Phone: (509) 624-4949 Phone: (509) 968-3973FAX#: (509) 624-0099 FAX#: (509) 968-4680

Philip Environmental955 Powell Ave SW OR PO Box 229Renton, WA 98005 Washougal, WA 98671Phone: (425) 227-0311 Phone: (360) 835-8743FAX#: (425) 227-6191 FAX#: (360) 835-8872http://www.cnw.com or philipenv.comCleanCare Corp.P.O. Box 4100 OR 1815 S. LewisFederal Way, WA 98093 Spokane, WA 99212Toll Free: (800) 282-8128 Phone: (509) 456-6860

FAX#: (253) 383-8724

Roar Tech, Inc. Envirotech Systems, Inc.N 522 Fiske St. 18820 Aurora Ave N.Spokane, WA 99202 Suite 201Phone: (509) 535-6757 Seattle, WA 98133FAX#: (509) 534-6759 Phone: (206) 363-9000Toll Free: 1-800-535-6757 FAX#: (206) 546-1920Van Waters and Rogers, Inc.PO Box 3541Terminal Annex OR E. 4515 WisconsinSeattle, WA 98124 Spokane, WA 99220Phone: (206) 872-5000 Phone: (509) 534-0405FAX#: (206) 872-5041

Safety Kleen Corp. Airo Environmental Services, Inc.6303- 212th St. SW 4110 E. 11thLynnwood, WA 98036 Tacoma, WAPhone: (425) 775-7030 Toll Free: 1-800-666-2476


WASTE OILS: (services or contracting)

CleanCare Corp. Roar Tech, Inc.PO Box 940 N. 522 Fiske St.Tacoma, WA 98401 Spokane, WA 99202Phone: (253) 627-3925 Phone: (509) 535-6757Toll Free: 1-800-282-8128 FAX#: (509) 534-6759

Toll Free: 1-800-535-6757Big Sky Industrial Safety Kleen9711 W. Euclid Road E. 9516 MontgomerySpokane, WA 99204 Spokane, WA 99206Phone: (509) 624-4949 Phone: (509) 928-8353FAX#: (509) 624-0099

NW Recycling Services, Inc. Envirotech Systems Inc.PO Box 1049 18820 Aurora Ave N #201Veradale, WA 99037 Seattle, WA 98133Phone: (509) 921-6821 Toll Free: 1-800-922-9395

Philip Environmental CleanCare Corp.955 Powell Ave. SW 1815 S. LewisRenton, WA 98055 Spokane, WA 99212Toll Free: 1-800-228-7872 Phone: (509) 456-6860

Van Waters and Rogers, Inc.PO Box 3541Terminal Annex OR E. 4515 WisconsinSeattle, WA 98124 Spokane, WA 99220Phone: (206) 872-5000 Phone: (509) 534-0405FAX#: (206) 872-5041

Spencer Environmental Harbor OilPO Box 1321 11535 N Force Ave.Sumner, WA 98390 Portland, OR 97217Toll Free: 1-800-286-0896 Phone: (509) 926-4255 - SpokaneFAX#: (253) 863-3490 (503) 285-4648 - Portland

(509) 544-088 - Tri-CitiesSELECTED INTERNET SITES AND HOTLINES

Batelle List of Environmental Internet Siteshttp://www.seattle.battelle.org/services/e&s/moresite.htm

Department of Ecology (WDOE) GreenLink - Auto Compliance Infohttp://www.wa.gov.ecologyhttp://www.ccar-greenlink.org

Environmental Information Center - Chemical Transportation EMERGENCIEShttp://www.igc.apc.org/eic 1-800-424-9300

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Emergency Planning and Right-to-Knowhttp://www.epa/gov 1-800-535-0202

Global Recycling Network - EPA Region 10 Public Information Centerhttp://grn.com/grn/ 1-800-424-4372


SELECTED INTERNET SITES AND HOTLINES (cont.)

Federal Information Center1-800-688-9889

Hazardous Material Identification (MSDS)1-800-631-1884

Lead Exposure (specific inquiries)1-800-262-5323

National Response Center - oil/chemical spill reporting1-800-424-8802

NIOSH - Occupational Safety and Health1-800-356-4674

RCRA (EPA)1-800-424-9346

Solid Waste Assistance Program1-800-677-9424

Waste Treatment Technology and Vendors1-800-245-4505

Wastewater Treatment/Water Quality1-800-624-8301

HOT LINES - Washington StateEmergency Reporting1-800-258-5990

Hazardous Substances1-800-633-7585

IMEX Industrial Materials Exchange1-888-879-4639

Recycling1-800-732-9253

Water Quality & Wastewater Treatment (WDOE)1-800-633-6193

Worker Right-to-Know1-800-423-7233

SPILL REPORTING - 24 HOUR NUMBERSNational Response Center Washington State Department of Ecology1-800-424-8802 Central Region: 1-509-575-2490

Eastern Region: 1-509-456-2926Regional Response Team Northwest Region: 1-425-649-70001-800-424-8802 Southwest Region: 1-360-407-6300


Index

AAir Bags 9Air Emissions 8Antifreeze 6Asbestos 10Auto Body Shop Wastes 10Auto Fluff 9

BBest Management Practices Summary Table 14Brake Fluid 5

CContaminated Soil 11

DDetermining Generator Status 16Dust Suppression 8

EEmpty Containers 11

FFuel and Fuel Filters 6

GGlass 10

HHazardous Waste Disposal 21-26

IIncoming Cars 2Identifying Wastes 15Internet Sites 25Introduction 1

LLead Acid Batteries 7Lead Parts 8List of Common Wastes that may be Generated 4

MMercury Switches 7MSDSs 11


PPlan For Emergencies 17Plastics 10

RRefrigerant 6Required Emergency Procedures 18

SShop Towels 10Spills 19Spills and Leaks 20Solvents for Cleaning Parts 12Spray Cans 9Sump Sludges 8

TTesting 12Tires 9Transmission Filters 5Transmission Fluid 5

UUsed Oil Burned in Space Heaters 5Used Oil Filters 5Used Oils 4

WWaste Handling, Storage and Disposal 12Waste Management Summary Table 14Waste Reduction 3Wastewater Management 7What Happens When the Vehicle Gets to the Yard 2Windshield Washing Fluid 9

YYou Auto Recycle Facts 2


For additional copies of this document, please contact:

Department of EcologyPublications Distribution Center

P.O. Box 47600Olympia, WA 98504-7600

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The Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity agency and does not discriminate on the basis of race,creed, color, disability, age, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disabled veteran’s status, Vietnam Eraveteran’s status or sexual orientation.

If you have special accommodation needs or require this document in an alternative format, please contactthe Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program at (360) 407-6700 (voice) or(360) 407-6006 (TDD). Regional TDD numbers are:

CRO (TDD) (509) 454-7673 NWRO (TDD) (425) 649-4259ERO (TDD) (509) 458-2055 SWRO (TDD) (360) 407-6306

Fact Sheets that can be requested from your nearest Regional Office:

Emergency Spill Response in Washington StateHazardous Waste Fact Sheets do’s and don’ts for handling different wastes and how to identify yourwastesHazardous Waste Generator ChecklistGuide for Hazardous Waste GeneratorsGlossary of termsSafe Handling of Empty ContainersSubject index with references and contacts for your hazardous waste questionsServices Directories/Resource Lists to help you find waste haulers, laboratories, recyclers, buyers formaterials, and other services.Solvent Substitute Options — Techniques for Dust Prevention and Suppression, Used Oil DisposalProhibitionsRCRA ID/Generator Number — do you need a number and how to obtain oneDangerous Waste Annual ReportingDangerous Waste Regulations

Other Publications:Shoptalk - A free quarterly publication for hazardous waste generators including articles on local businesses,regulatory changes, surveys, ideas, information and more! Call (360) 407-6719 today to get on the mailing list.Discussion Paper on Used Oil Requirements — includes used oil that is recycled and burned for energy recoveryin a space heater.

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