Additional EPA Requirments that the Can-Emitor Meets
EPA Requirements:American Gas Products, Inc. with the Development of its Can-Emitor complies with all the following EPA Compliance Requirements:
- 40 CFR 261.7(b)(1)
- 40 CFR 261.7(b)(1)(B)(2)
- 40 CFR 261.23(a)(6)
- 40 CFR 261-268, the processed aerosol cans may now be disposed of as nonhazardous waste (thrown into the dumpster) or may be recycled and sold as scrap metal (profits).
- Once the cans are relieved of pressure, they are no longer regulated waste (OSWER Directive 9432.01 (80)). In addition, puncturing aerosol cans to achieve atmospheric pressure is not considered “treatment”; therefore, permitting is not required.
OSHA: Requires that liquid containers be grounded to prevent static electricity build-up. The Can-Emitor includes an Anti-Static Wire to comply with this requirement.
Note: The (Calif. Kit) includes both the Drum Cover and Spill Tray these items are intended to satisfy:
- CA SB1158 & CA Univ. Health & Safety Sec: 25201.16
- Cover containers at the end of each workday that are used to accumulate universal waste aerosol cans for processing or shipping.
- The Spill Tray acts as a shield between the floor and the bottom of the drum. Place the unit used to process aerosol cans above a non-earthen floor that is free of cracks or gaps and is sufficiently impervious and Bermed to Contain Leaks and Spills.
