DSHW-2018-005936 - 0901a0688085cb3f

Solid waste Program Inspection Report
WASTE MANAGEMENT
C RADIATION CONTROL
DATE OF INSPECTION:
FACILITY OR LOCATION:
FACILITY ADDRESS:
FACILITY CONTACT:
TYPE OF INSPECTION:
PARTICIPANTS:
ARRTVAL / DEPARTURE TIME:
WEATHER CONDITIONS:
LHD NOTIFICATION:
REPORT PREPARED BY:
June 5,2018
StericYcle North Salt Lake
90 Foxboro Drive
North Salt Lake, UT 84054
.lav Vance, ComPliance Manater
nrnn Kirkwood, FacilitY^ Manager
Routine comPliance insP ection
RoY Van Os, JaY Vance' Brian Kirlwood
1400 (2:00 Pm)-' 1600 (4:00 Pm)
SunnY,75F, no wind
Yes
Roy Van Os
REPORT NARRATIVE:
Routineinspectionofthefacilitywysperformeduy!?yVan'os.Thefacitityisagingandit
appears that upgraies to this ficility ari minimized' due to the proiecled cl.osure of this facility in
about three years. As of this report, there hLave been no bypasi events at this facility for over
three years. Mr. rcirrcwooa irdirotrd k; n"ighbo^ n th'ii iac,ity are .sti, host,e and will make
rude gestures to employees of steriryrt". steTicycle is waiting foi trn1l approval of the Tooele
Building Departmeln, i ronirruct the new-faciliry inTooele. Cou'ry' (Jpon receiving this
approval, Stericycle will begin construction of the new incinerator facility'
Date: June 21.2018
I
SIGNATURE:
Stericycle Permit #gl}2Rz
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Crmrrox C NC NA NI CoMMENTs
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on the types of wastes that Stericy.G *iffaccept. Because medical waste ctntainers arenot opened at the facility, Stericycle relies onits costumer training and waste rnunug"rn*,
LLDTIANUI'
Facility has a process of insuring tffi;;ly-
acceptable wastes are accepted for incineration.
rlan olOperations
I-2.0-D
I-2.0-E
r-2.0-F
I-2.0-G
X
Llpcr.trurs arc ualneo to tdenttty non_
conforming wastes r-2.0-A v\Jrr[l duLs.
E-*r^-,^-X lrrryrvJscs dre rralned as required. photograph
attached shows the most recent waste that wasintercepted from a waste stream. The wastewaS dgsCfibed as "Amotna,- rrr^^r^ n\reugrilrurs are rnrormed oI what wastes thelacility can accept and understand that non_conforming wastes cannot be sent for
incineration.
,sealed and undamagd
Containers *"
to incineration and containers that exhibit
radiation at twice background (50 microR/hr)
are isolated, logged and managed
Waste received at the unloadins dock
destroyed within 24 hours or pi-aced in
refrigerated storage
I-2.0-B
r-2.0-E
X
on the types of wastes that Stericy.f? *iffaccept.
r-2.0-A
1-2.0-B
X
I-2.0-C X Radiation detectors are used to screencontainers. Two detectors are placed on eachside of the feed belt and one at;te ;;i"tuging& shipping area. The attached pt oto'groptshows the radiarion rracking foj of no?lt" Icnnfnrmi-- rr'^-+^ |
I-3.0-A
X I' srrv rD DLril repaoKaged to be sent to anotherS.tericycle facility. This operati* i, oitorrn"0't
Inspector Initials RVO
Stericycle Permit #9102R2
rnsppcrroiitprtt CITATIoN c NC NA NI Cormmlrrs
inspection indicated that the waste destined for
another facility is currently unpacked from the
truck and logged into the tracking system
before being loaded into another truck for trans-
shipment to another facility.
Wastes stored longer than seven days are
refriserated at 40F or below.
X All trucks are refrigerated and the waste rs
taken out as the waste is processed.
All wastes are destroyed within 30 days from
the date of pickup.
X Trailers are monitored twice daily and
scheduled for processing by onsite yard
manager.
Containers are disinfected and cleaned r-3.0-c
x-7.0
X Trailers are washed. Containers are washed
before soing back into service.
Containers are placed to provide adequate aisle
sDace.
X Aisle space is adequate and all aisles were
oainted to delineate walking space.
Loading docks are orderly, clean and aisles
have enough space for workers and are
inspected daily.
rv-2.1 X Loading docks were orderly and clean, and
enough space for workers. Floors were
observed to be clean and regularly mopped for
soills.
Above ground piping systems, tanks systems,
pump systems and ancillary equipment do not
leak or show signs of leaking and are inspected
dailv
rv-2.2 X No leaks were observed.
Incinerator monitoring instrumentation and
emission monitoring instrumentation are
operating and recording data and are inspected
daily. Instrument checklist that includes
thermocouple signals, flame sensors, magnetic
flow meter signals, pH probe signals, ESP
indicators is completed daily and signed by a
certified Incinerator Operator
rv-2.1
IY.3,4
X Not checked at this time.
Inspector Initials RVO
Stericycle Permit #9102Rl2
INSpEcTIoNITEM Crrrrron c NC NA NI Copunvrs
All aspects of the incinerator train, including
material feed systems, process and residue
handling systems, leaks, spill and fugitive
emissions are inspected daily
IV-3.3 X These inspections are part of the daily
inspections.
Sumps and secondary containment systems are
inspected daily for liquids and solids and are
cleaned and removed per schedule
rv-3.5 X Sumps and secondary systems are inspected.
The attached photograph shows an example of
the daily inspection log.
Refrigerated trailers are operating and
temperatures are 40F or below and are
inspected daily
IV-2.1 X The trucks were operating, but the truck
temperatures were not visually inspected.
Mobile equipment (forklifts, yard dogs, etc.)
are inspected daily
IY-2,1 X The yard dog, forklift and other mobile
equipment aDDears in sood workins orde.r
The carbon and bicarbonate injection system,
ammonia, sodium hydroxide, liquor circulation
system and air pollution control system are
operational and inspected weekly.
rv-3.6
IV-2.2
X All parameter s of the operation of the
incinerator are monitored daily, weekly,
monthly or annually as required in the permit.
Inspection cycles are often greater as routine
inspections of the incinerator and ancillery
equipment is often performed while the
incinerator is brought down in temperature for
the cleaning of the boiler ever 5-10 days.
While the incinerator is down, inspection ports
of the incinerator are opened to check the
condition of the refractory or the buildup of the
slag of the primary combustion chamber floor.
Thermocouples are replaced every three months
or as needed. Much of the air pollution control
equipment is being upgraded and Stericycle
will be developing new inspection cycles for
this equipment.
The air compressor and condensation traps are
operational and inspected weekly
X
The emergency generator is operational and
inspected weekly
X
The emergency eyewash station and showers
are operational and inspected weekly
X
Containers and containment systems are
pperational and inspected weekly
X
All thermocouples are inspected and cleaned
monthlv
IY-2.3
X
Carbon feeder, blower, belts, bearings and
discharge pipes are inspected monthly
X
Carbon level indicators are inspected monthly X
4 Inspector Initials RVO
Stericycle Permit #9L02R.z
INSPECNONITEM CITATTON c NC NA NI Conmrxts
Sodium hydroxide pumping system is
insoected monthlv
X
There have been no bypass events for over two
years at the time of this inspection.Absorber liquor circulating system is inspected
monthlv
X
Gas cooler spray nozzles are inspected monthly X
Gas cooler and water absorber water pumps are
insoected monthlv
X
Electrostatic precipitator system is inspected
monthlv
X
Air pollution control system is inspected
monthlv
X
The operation of the emergency bypass stack is
operational and inspected monthly
X
All limit switches are lubricated monthly X Part of the inspection cycle.
Radiation monitoring system is operational and
inspected monthly
X Detectors are tested approximately every two
davs with a radiation source.
Fire extinguishers are inspected monthly X
Perimeter lights, notice signs and security
fences are operational and inspected quarterly
rv-2.4
IV-3.6
X
Spill kits are complete and inspected quarterly X
HMIWI chart recorder is operational and
calibrated quarterly
X Chart recorders only as backup to the computer
data acquisition system.
Thermocouples are replaced every three months
or as needed.
Calibration of instruments and scales are
performed within the calibration cycle by CAL
Secondary chamber temperature
thermocouples are operational and calibrated
quarterlv
X
Reactor inlet temperature thermocouple are
ooerational and calibrated quarterlv
X
Carbon feed and DAS system are operational X
Inspector Initials RVO
Stericycle Permit #9102R2
Insprcnoxlrnu ClterroN c NC NA NI Coruunnm
and calibrated quarterly SOLUTONS
Absorber liquor circulation feed and DAS are
operational and calibrated quarterly
X
Absorber pH meter and DAS are operational
and calibrated quarterly
X
Emergency bypass stack cap DAS signal is
operational and inspected quarterly
X
Scale systems are operational and calibrated
quarterly.
X
Secondary combustion chamber controller and
DAS is operational and calibrated annuallv.
IV-2.5 X
Reactor inlet controller and DAS is operational
and inspected annually
X
Wet gas absorber spray nozzle is operational
and inspected annually
X
Radiation monitoring system is operational and
calibrated annuallv rv-2.5
X Radiation monitors are sent for calibration and
the certificates stored.
Facility emergency signals are operational and
an evacuation drill is performed annually
X
INSPECfloN ITEM CrtlrroN c NC NA NI Cotr,lvrnwrs
AsH M.c,N,{GEMENT
Bottom ash is analyzed for 8 RCRA metal
semi-annually using EPA Method 1311
II-5.0
Permit I.H.1
X
Bottom ash is analyzed for the full TCLP
constituents everv five vears
II-5.0
Permit I.H.3.
X
Ash analysis is submitted to the DSHW within
I week of receipt of results and no later than 60
days of sampling event
Permit I.H.4 X
lnspector Initials RVO
Stericycle Permit #9102R2
NSPEcTIoNImIU CTTAflON c NC NA NI Com\eNrs
Ash testing results for three years are kept on
file at the facilitv
Permit I.H.5 X Three years of data were available at the time
of inspection.
Roll off containers stored outside are covered
with tams.
Permit II.E.4 X Four new roll off containers were purchased
and readv for use.
Drsnasn Vncron aND IMECTION CONTROL
Waste container liners are not opened at the
facilitv.
xII-5.3.1 X Stericycle is prohibited from opening
containers or container liners.
Reusable containers are cleaned and
disinfected after each use
XII-s.5 X Containers are washed with hot water and
disinfectant solution.
Trucks and trailers are inspected and cleaned
as necessary before leaving the facility
xr-s.5.2
XIII-6.0
X Trailers are washed in the trailer washing bay
of the facility. Decontamination logs of each
trailer are maintained.
Employees are trained initially and annually on
the topics ofbloodborne pathogens, hazardous
materials, personal hygiene, and personal
protective equipment (PPE).
x[I-1.0 X
Employees are offered Hepatitis B
vaccinations.
XIII-2.0 X
Employees are provided PPE including
clothing, face shields, safety glasses, gloves,
puncture-resistant gloves, aprons, boots and
Twek suits when needed
XIII-3.0 X
7 Inspector Initials RVO
Stericycle Permit #9102R2
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Preparedness and Prevention Plan PO-VII X There are phones available for employees for
internal and external communication. The
facility also operates on a "Buddy System"
where operators monitor each other.
Internal Communications - telephone, two-way
radios, and audible alarms. Whenever wasrc
material is being handled, all personnel
involved will have immediate access to a radio.
phone, or the internal alarm system.
PO-VII 2.I X
External Communications - Outside emergency
calls can be made by dialing the emergency
number 9l l
PO-YI2.2 X
Emergency Equipment (F ire extin guishe rs
Respirators, Fire alarm boxes, Protective
suits, Emergency Showers and Eyewash
stations, Sprinkler _System, Hydrants
Water hoses, Spill Kits)
PO-VII2.3 X Emergency equipment is inspected in
accordance with the inspection schedule in the
permit.
Emergency equipment is maintained in an
"Emergency Equipment" case.
Spill Control Equipment - Spill kits are located
in the dry storage area, incinerator area, and
in the Air Pollution Control Room.
PO-VLI2.4 X Contents of the Spill Control kits are
inventoried and inspected. These kits are
located throughout the facility.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) -
Personal Protective Equipment is kept in the
spill kits.
PO-VII2.5 X
Water for Fire Control - water system is
available for fire control within the facility.
PO-VII2.6 X
lnspector Initials RVO
Stericycle Permit #9102R^2
Inspnc"norqIrsu Cmrioil C NC NA NI'Cottlt'turrs
Testing and Maintenance of Equipment - tested
annually for water flow and pressure.
PO-VII3.O X
Aisle Space Requirements - dry storage area)
will be maintained at twofeet.
PO-VII4.O X There was adequate aisle space in all areas..
Preventive Procedures, Structures, and
Equipment
PO-V[ 5.0
Unloading Operations - dock levelers and
spotlights are provided for unloading.
PO-V[ 5.1 X Dock levelers and spotlights were provided as
required.
Runoff PO-VII5.2 X Runoff from the waste management areas rs
secondarily contained and discharged to the
sewer.
Water Supplies PO-VII5.3 X Water supplies are adequate.
Equipment and Power Failure PO-VII5.4 X A new generator was installed as part of the air
pollution upgrade as a backup in the event of
Dower failure.
Ignitable, Reactive and Incompatible Wastes PO-VII6.0 X These wastes are not accepted at the facility.
Spill Control and Counter Measures PO-VIII Facility documents identify the emergency
coordinator, contact list and emergency
procedures.
Emergency Response Coordinator PO-VIII3.O X
Emergency Contact list PO-VIII Att-1 X
9 lnspector Initials RVO
Stericycle Permit #9102R.2
INSPEcTIoNIIEM Crmmox c NC NA NI Cor,neNrs
Emergency Procedures PO-VIII Att-2
throueh Att-8
X
Contingency Plan PO-X
There is a Contingency Plan available at the
facility.
Contingency plans in the event of a fire or
explosion;
R31s-302-2(2)(d)X
Evacuation Plan PO-X-s.2 X Part of the Contingency Plan.
Control Procedures in the event of Spills or
Discharges of liquids and solids, gases,
explosions and fires.
PO-X-5.3 X Control procedures are contained in the
contingency plan.
Storage and Treatment of Spilled or
Discharged liquid and Solid Material.
PO-X-7.0 X Contingency plan contains procedures for
cleanup of spills.
Emergency Equipment - First aid kit, Eye
wash, station, Emergency Showers, Spill kit,
Fire extinguishers, Fire Hoses, Fire
Suppression System.
PO-IX-g.0 X Emergency equipment is available and
accessible for employees. Spill kits are
inspected and inventoried for completeness.
Fire suppression equipment is maintained and
inspected.
Coordination Agreements PO-X-10.0 X Stericycle has an agreement with the South
Davis Fire Department.
Required Reports
PO-D(-11.0
X Stericycle only implements the contingency
plan in the event of a major emergency.
Stericycle does not consider cleanup of spills to
be major emergencies.
t0 Inspector Initials RVO
Stericycle Permit #9102R2
Inspnc'noxlru*r cmlqon c NC
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NA I\rI Com/rnNrs
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Record in Operating record any incident
requiring implementation of Contingency Plan
X The contingency plan has not been
implemented.
Notification to DEQ upon implementation of
Contingency Plan
X The contingency plan has not been
implemented.
Alternative Storage Plan PO-X-12.0 X Contained in SPCC Plan
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Operating Record P. II.C
Permit on File P- [.C,a.X Contained in DAS
Number of Vehicles entering facility P- II.C.b X
Weights of waste received daily P- il.C.c X
Daily weights of wastes incinerated P- [.C.d X The weights are recorded in the data acquisition
system as each load is charged into the
incinerator
Facility inspection records P- [.C.e X Facility inspection records are kept on file and
available for inspection
ll lnspector Initials RVO
Stericycle Permit #9l02RJ
INSPEcIIoNIIEM Crmrrou c NC NA NI Colvmffit{Is
Records of any noncompliance P- [.C.f X Logs are maintained and kept on file for
inspection.
Annual Report P- II.D X Annual reports have been submitted as
required.
Operations Plan P- II-E
Operations plan shall be kept onsite P- II-E.1 X The Operations Plan, including associated
documents, computer files and checklists were
available on site.
Training Records - Training records kept for
3 years from date of last day of employment.
PO- V X
Attendance records PO- Y-2.2 X All training records for employees are
maintained in a third party database.
All documents were available for inspectionQualifi cation examinations PO- V-2.2
X
Training summary with title of course and date PO- V-2.2
X All records are maintained by a third party.
Stericycle maintains and updates a job
description for each operation by employees.
The Safety Manager assigns the training
required for each employee to complete each
job task. The training list is placed in the rhird
party database and the training schedule for the
employee is monitored.
Education and/or certifi cations PO- V-2.2
X
Employee has a training file PO- V-2.5
X
Non-Stericycle personnel training
documentation PO- V-2.5
X
T2 Inspector Initials RVO
Stericycle Permit #9102R2
INSPEcfloNITEil,T CrrmoN C NC NA NI Commxrs ,
Job Titles and Duties PO- V-3.0 X Job titles and duties are maintained at the
facility.
Training for each job title is designed by the
Safety Manager (for operators, maintenance,
transportation, etc.).
Preparedness and Prevention Plan -PO-VII
2.5
Personnel undergo initial training along with
annual refreshers as it relates to spill response,
personal protective equipment, and emergency
procedures.
Industrial Safety Program PO-XI X Program available for inspection
Infection Control PO-XIII
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X Procedures available for inspection and
observed in working areas.
Inspector's Signature 6, ll*rt
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Date:June 18.2018
I3 lnspector Initials RVO
Stericycle Permit #9102Rl2
I4 Inspector Initials RVO
Stericycle Permit #9L02Rz
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intercepted at the inspection location of the feed to the
incinerator.
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This bucket is located in a separate building in a location
specifically designated for storage of unacceptable waste.
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