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Introduction to Hazardous Waste Webinar Series by the Michigan DEQ

The Michigan DEQ requires annual training for hazardous waste personnel

For a business in Michigan what better way is there to learn the correct method of regulatory compliance than to get it right from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ)? And here are a few more chances to do just that!
MDEQ has two upcoming dates to attend live webinars on the management of hazardous waste in the Wolverine State.

hazardous waste containersAccumulation, Storage, and Labeling Requirements

March 11
10:00 – 11:00 AM
This second webinar in the series will provide an overview of the requirements associated with onsite hazardous waste management, including: accumulation limits and timelines, storage requirements for hazardous waste in designated storage areas and satellite containers, container labeling requirements, closed container requirements, and Subpart CC requirements.

Generator Record keeping and Inspections
hazardous waste generator recordkeeping

An LQG must maintain records of its hazardous waste management for three years.

March 19
10:00 – 11:00 AM
This third webinar of the series provides an overview of the records that a hazardous waste generator is required to maintain, including waste characterizations, monthly waste inventory, uniform manifests, and land disposal restriction notifications. The webinar will also provide an overview of what to expect during a DEQ hazardous waste inspection.

This is good stuff and I highly recommend you take advantage of it. Afterwards, if you realize you or your employees require the Hazardous Waste Personnel training required by RCRA I recommend you attend my Training Seminar in Detroit, MI on April 23, 2015 where you’ll fulfill the training requirements of the USEPA, MDEQ, and USDOT all in one day!

Daniels Training Services

815.821.1550

Info@DanielsTraining.com

https://www.danielstraining.com/

Questions about registering for the MDEQ webinars:

Alana Berthold
bertholda@michigan.gov
517-284-6854

Or, Register for the MDEQ webinars

The Solvent Contaminated Wipes Rule in Michigan

On January 31st of 2014, the USEPA’s Solvent Wipe Rule became effective at the Federal level and in those states lacking authorization under RCRA to operate their own hazardous waste program.  As a state with an authorized hazardous waste program, Michigan has the option to adopt the new Federal Rule in its entirety, adopt it in part, or reject it outright and manage solvent-contaminated wipes by its own state rules.  The purpose of this article is to explain the regulatory requirements for the management of solvent-contaminated wipes by a hazardous waste generator in Michigan.

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Waste Prohibited from Landfill Disposal in Michigan

The following wastes are prohibited from landfill disposal under Part 115 of Act 451:

Training: 49 CFR 172, Subpart H and 40 CFR 265.16

Training for RCRA Personnel and HazMat Employees in Michigan

  • Used oil
  • Whole tires
  • Liquid waste.  Liquid Industrial Waste is subject to strict regulation in Michigan.
  • Returnable beverage containers.  Find a designated collection site and make some money on your returns!
  • Lead acid batteries.  Manage pursuant to Part 111 of Act 451, R 299.9206(2)(d), if reclaimed.
  • Yard clippings.  For disposal options, search the MDEQ website for registered composting facilities.
  • Medical waste.  A universal waste in Michigan.
  • Sewage
  • Asbestos unless the landfill meets specific federal requirements.
  • Empty drums unless crushed.
  • Hazardous waste from Small Quantity Generators (SQG) and Large Quantity Generators (LQG) of hazardous waste.  Waste from a Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generator (CESQG) of hazardous waste is OK.
  • Low level radioactive waste.
  • PCB waste unless the landfill meets specific requirements.

For more information about wastes banned from landfill disposal in Michigan:  MDEQ Prohibited Wastes.

Daniels Training Services815.821.1550Info@DanielsTraining.comhttps://www.danielstraining.com/

Interested in more?  Register now for my Training Seminar (USEPA Hazardous Waste & USDOT HazMat Transportation) in Detroit on April 23, 2015!

2014 Michigan Environmental Compliance Conference

MDEQ

Take advantage of this low cost environmental compliance conference from the DEQ

All of us can learn more about the regulations.  And when an opportunity presents itself to learn them directly from the environmental regulatory agency in your state – in this case the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) – it’s a good idea to take advantage of it.

What is it?

2014 Michigan Environmental Compliance Conference

When and where?

May 29 -Traverse City
June 5 – Grand Rapids
June 10 – Livonia

How much?

Registration Fee: $130.  This includes breakfast, lunch, conference materials and the brand new 8th Edition of the “Michigan Guide to Environmental, Health, and Safety Regulations.  That’s practically worth the whole $130 right there!

Conference highlights include:
  • Four concurrent tracks with 24 sessions that cover waste and wastewater management, air quality requirements, remediation, pollution prevention and other topics.
  • Release of the 8th Edition of the “Michigan Guide to Environmental, Health, and Safety Regulations” developed by the DEQ and the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
  • “Expert Area” devoted to one-on-one assistance providing you an opportunity to network with DEQ, MIOSHA, and Michigan State Police staff and to get your questions answered.

You will not want to miss this training opportunity if you are responsible for making sure your company, municipality, or institution is in compliance with Michigan’s environmental regulations. Environmental consultants, state and local officials, and anyone else interested in learning about Michigan’s environmental regulations and how to comply are also welcome to attend.

Click here for more information and to register!

Questions:
Alana Berthold
bertholda@michigan.gov
517-284-6854

Learning the regulations of every state that has an authorized hazardous waste program – like Michigan – is a priority of mine.  My Onsite Training focuses on just the regulations you need to know for compliance at your facility, whether it’s State or Federal.  I highly recommend attending this conference (I can’t make it due to scheduling conflicts, but I’ll do everything I can to make the next one).

After attending the conference you decide you need assistance in complying with the regulations of the MDEQ f0r hazardous waste, universal waste, used oil, or liquid industrial waste (it’s a Michigan thing), don’t hesitate to contact me.  I can help.

The Michigan Environmental Audit Privilege & Immunity Law

If you have doubts about your compliance with environmental regulations (Federal or State) then you may live in fear of an inspection by an inspector of those agencies.  In Michigan, however, a business has the option to take part in a voluntary program administered by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality Office of Environmental Assistance.  Its purpose is to encourage  Michigan businesses and public entities to self-initiate and conduct audits of their compliance with state environmental laws.  Its name:  Michigan’s Environmental Audit Privilege & Immunity Law (Part 148, PA 451 of 1994). (more…)