1) Define a generator (40 CFR 260.10) subject to hazardous waste regulations.
2) List each category of generator based on amount of waste generated monthly. Include monthly quantities allowed per category, time limits, and storage requirements. Explain why choosing the correct generator status could be important to a company.
3) Shippers of HW must follow the regulations as outlined in RCRA and also in which law? List the law by name and give the regulatory citation to reference when determining proper shipping name.
4) Proper classification under the above requirements includes determining the following: (all elements required in basic shipping description)
5) What is required for mixtures or solutions of HW and non-hazardous waste for a proper shipping name? Give all conditions that must be met.
6) If you see a placard on a transport vehicle that is Class 3, what kind of material is being transported? Could you safely ship a Class 5 waste with this material? Explain why or why not.
7) Completely define the TSD aspect of a TSDF. (i.e. What does TSD stand for/define each?)
8) What records are required to be maintained by a TSDF? Be specific.
9) List 5 types of HW management units. Briefly describe each unit and some general operating requirements for each.
10) Compare and contrast the difference between an interim status TSDF permit and a full permit. Be specific.
11) Describe the requirements for both TSDFs and generators under Land Disposal Restriction regulations. What amendments provided these requirements (cite the law)?
12) Describe the RCRA corrective action process in detail. These actions are specific to certain facilities and releases. What type of clean up action is regulated by RCRA corrective actions and what type of facility?
13) Name the 5 federal laws that address/require spill reporting and describe the requirements for each law.
14) Describe liability under CERCLA. Include types of liability, entities that are potentially responsible, limits, and possible defences under CERCLA.
15) Thoroughly describe the RI/FS process under CERCLA.
16) Outline and describe the public's participation role in RCRA and CERCLA processes.