Hazardous Waste Treatment Storage Disposal Facility (TSDF) Inspection

This comprehensive hazardous waste treatment storage disposal facility (tsdf) inspection ensures regulatory compliance with EPA, 40 CFR Part 264, 40 CFR Part 265, State Hazardous Waste Agency. Weekly RCRA compliance inspection for hazardous waste TSDFs covering container storage, contingency plan readiness, spill prevention, personnel training, and compliance with 40 CFR Parts 264/265. RCRA violations result in EPA enforcement actions, fines up to $37,500 per day per violation, and potential cri

  • Industry: Waste Management & Recycling
  • Frequency: Daily / Weekly
  • Estimated Time: 45 minutes
  • Role: Operations Manager / Environmental Compliance Officer
  • Total Items: 19
  • Compliance: EPA, 40 CFR Part 264, 40 CFR Part 265, State Hazardous Waste Agency

Container Storage Area Inspection

Inspect containers per 40 CFR 264/265 Subpart I.

  • Are all containers in good condition with no leaks, bulges, corrosion, or damage per 40 CFR 264.171?
  • Are all containers labeled 'Hazardous Waste' with waste description and accumulation start date per 40 CFR 262.17?
  • Are incompatible waste streams segregated and compatible with container materials?
  • Is secondary containment free of standing liquids and able to contain 10% of container volume or volume of largest container?
  • Are no containers exceeding maximum accumulation time (1 year for TSDFs with storage permit)?
  • Are all containers closed except when adding or removing waste per 40 CFR 264.173?

Contingency Plan and Emergency Preparedness

Verify emergency preparedness per 40 CFR 264 Subpart D.

  • Is current contingency plan on file and coordinated with local emergency responders per 40 CFR 264.37?
  • Is Emergency Coordinator designated and available at all times per 40 CFR 264.55?
  • Is internal hazard communication system operational (intercom, PA, alarm) per 40 CFR 264.52?
  • Is emergency equipment (fire extinguishers, spill kits, SCBA) accessible and in working order per 40 CFR 264.52?
  • Are emergency contact numbers (police, fire, EPA, state agency) posted at facility per 40 CFR 264.55?

Personnel Training Records

Verify training per 40 CFR 264 Subpart B.

  • Is written training plan and job title/required skill description on file per 40 CFR 264.16?
  • Are training records current for all applicable employees (hazwaste management, emergency response)?
  • Have all employees who work with hazardous waste received annual training review per 40 CFR 264.16(a)(3)?
  • Are training records retained for current employees plus 3 years after departure per 40 CFR 264.16(e)?

Reporting and Record-Keeping

Verify records per 40 CFR 264 Subpart E.

  • Is operating record (inspection log, waste tracking, manifest copies) current per 40 CFR 264.74?
  • Are hazardous waste manifests completed for all off-site shipments using EPA e-Manifest system per 40 CFR 262?
  • Is biennial report filed with EPA/state by March 1 of even-numbered years per 40 CFR 264.75?
  • Are release reporting requirements (immediate notification of spills meeting CERCLA/EPCRA thresholds) understood?

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Why Use This Hazardous Waste Treatment Storage Disposal Facility (TSDF) Inspection?

This hazardous waste treatment storage disposal facility (tsdf) inspection helps waste management & recycling teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for operations manager / environmental compliance officer professionals, this checklist covers 19 critical inspection points across 4 sections. Recommended frequency: daily / weekly.

Ensures compliance with EPA, 40 CFR Part 264, 40 CFR Part 265, State Hazardous Waste Agency. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Hazardous Waste Treatment Storage Disposal Facility (TSDF) Inspection cover?

This checklist covers 19 inspection items across 4 sections: Container Storage Area Inspection, Contingency Plan and Emergency Preparedness, Personnel Training Records, Reporting and Record-Keeping. It is designed for waste management & recycling operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily / weekly. Each completion takes approximately 45 minutes.

Who should use this Hazardous Waste Treatment Storage Disposal Facility (TSDF) Inspection?

This checklist is designed for Operations Manager / Environmental Compliance Officer professionals in the waste management & recycling industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.

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