TECHNICAL GUIDELINE. Requirements for the Transport of Hazardous Wastes ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL SECTION (ECS) ENVIRONMENT DEPARTMENT

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1 إرشاد فني TECHNICAL GUIDELINE Number رقم (5) متطلبات نقل الخطرة النفايات Requirements for the Transport of Hazardous Wastes يونيو June- قسم الرقابة البيئية - إدارة البيئة 0 ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL SECTION (ECS) ENVIRONMENT DEPARTMENT

2 Introduction: Hazardous waste transporters play an integral role in the cradle-to-grave hazardous waste management system by delivering hazardous waste from its point of generation to its ultimate destination. Since such transporters are moving regulated wastes within the Emirate of Dubai, Dubai Municipality requires that any person/company transporting any hazardous waste within the Emirate of Dubai to obtain a written approval from the Environment Control Section of Dubai Municipality. This Guideline specifies the requirements for approving vehicles for the transport of hazardous wastes. Guidelines: 1. General Requirements 1.1 These guidelines and procedures are applicable for the control of transportation by road of any hazardous waste within the Emirate of Dubai. 1.2 Waste transporters must have a valid business license in Dubai to engage in handling and transportation of hazardous waste. 1.3 All vehicles in use for transportation of hazardous waste must be road worthy, registered with the Road Transport Authority (RTA) and must have a Hazardous Waste Transport Permit issued by the Environment Control Section (ECS). 1.4 Waste transporters must complete the "Application to Use a Vehicle for the Transport of Hazardous Waste Form" (Annex 1) and submit it to the ECS to obtain an annual permit for each vehicle intended for use in transporting hazardous waste. 1.5 Vehicle being applied for a permit to transport waste must be inspected by ECS officer/s and must passed the "Approval Requirements" as mentioned in Vehicle Inspection Form (Annex 2) and complies with the "Requirements for Vehicle transporting Hazardous Waste" as mentioned in Annex Holders of a hazardous waste transport permit must abide with the conditions of the permit which in particular stipulates that the permitted vehicle shall only be used to carry hazardous waste and any categories of hazardous waste other than which it has been approved shall only be carried with prior written consent from ECS. 1.7 No hazardous waste must be transported from the place of generation without written approval issued by the ECS. Approval of hazardous waste for disposal shall be in accordance with the ECS Technical Guideline No. (1) & EPSS Technical Guidelines. 1.8 All drivers of vehicles transporting hazardous waste shall be given MSDS sheets or equivalent from the generator which should mention in particular any appropriate instructions about the nature and dangers of the load being carried and 1

3 the hazards involved with any spills, personal exposure, and emergency procedures. 1.9 Medical waste shall be subject to special requirements as described in the Code of Practice on the Management of Medical Wastes from Hospitals and Related Health Care Premises in Dubai, and as summarized in Section 2 of this guideline. 2. Collection and handling of medical waste 2.1 All staff handling bags of medical waste should be trained to: i. understand the special problems related to handling of all types of medical wastes including used sharps; ii. always wear heavy-duty gloves when handling medical waste; iii. check that bags are securely sealed; iv. handle bags by neck only; v. be able to identify the bag and ensure that the origin of the waste is clearly marked on the bag; vi. check the integrity of the seal of the bags when movement Is complete; vii. know the procedure in the case of accidental spillage and to report promptly such incidents; viii. be aware that wastes should not be re-bagged, except under supervision by a Senior Medical Staff, in the event of a bag failure. 2.2 Staff handling medical waste should be provided with the use of heavy duty gloves, industrial apron or leg protectors and industrial Wellington boots or equivalent type. Emergency personal protective outfits must be available at all times in the transport vehicle for emergency spill response. This must include suitable overalls, masks, disposable gloves and eye protectors. 2.3 A full course of anti-tetanus, Hepa-B, serum and feces carried disease immunization must be considered for all staff carrying out the medical waste handling operations. 2.4 Transporters handling medical waste must have a contingency plan to deal with any spillage and cases when the container of waste is damaged or ruptured. 2.5 Medical wastes in bags must be transported in closed containers. 2.6 The transporter shall ensure that staffs are aware of the proper color coding for medical waste specified in the Code and shall not remove or handle waste which is improperly bagged. Bag Color Red Purple Light Blue Yellow Waste Category Radiotherapy wastes Cytotoxic wastes Wastes for autoclaving All other medical wastes 2

4 2.7 Transporters must ensure that sharps wastes are only handled if they are contained in a special box/container, which meets the following criteria: i. made of strong, rigid, puncture-proof materials. ii. impermeable and able to be permanently sealed once it is full or ready for disposal (or at intervals of not more than one week). iii. fitted with non-removable lid with an aperture that prevents removal of sharps waste once dropped in the box. iv. preferably yellow in color and marked with the biohazard symbol and the words DANGER - USED SHARPS on the exterior. v. should be of size suitable for handling or carrying single handedly and fitted with a safe handle for that purpose. vi. Provision for the generator to clearly mark the sharp box with the name of the institution from which it arises. 2.8 Provision should be made for ability to mark and label any trolleys or containers with the name of the institution from which it arises and transporters must ensure that such marking is carried out. 2.9 Containers used to transport medical waste must be suitable for handling at the DM Central Medical Waste Treatment Facility. The following specifications shall be applied. i. Containers may be 240-liter waste bins in the case of smaller generators up to 1.5 m3 trolleys with dimensions not exceeding 1.2 L x W x 1.6 H where the trolley has a removable front panel. ii. Containers must be dedicated to the collection of medical wastes only and should not be used for moving other items, (thus avoiding possible contamination of food and supplies). iii. Containers must be easily cleaned and disinfected by the steam sterilization system that will be used in the DM central medical waste treatment facility for the cleaning of the containers prior to their collection and re-use. iv. Other specifications may be approved by the EPSS if they are functional, safe and suitable for the disposal facility. 3. Safe Transportation of Hazardous Waste 3.1 Hazardous waste must be transported in a secured manner. The vehicle and waste container must be sealed completely so that no leakage would occur during transportation. 3.2 Two or more kinds of incompatible wastes shall not be loaded together in a single vehicle. Incompatible wastes are those materials that when mixed there would be a risk of violent reaction or fire, generate a harmful gas, or render the materials more dangerous to deal with. 3.3 Hazardous waste shall be disposed off only to an approved site or facility as specified in the waste disposal approval. 3

5 3.4 In case of a road accident the driver or operator must notify ECS / Dubai Municipality immediately within two hours by telephone or radio stating the location and nature of the accident. 3.5 Vehicles must be designed and maintained in accordance with the requirements specified in Annex 3 of this Technical Guideline. 3.6 Transport container must be designed to hold its load without risk of spillage or damage to the vehicle. The vehicle and waste container should be able to contain the load safely in case of an accident. 3.7 All waste transport vehicles must carry at all times safety equipment and provisions to manage any accidents or spills involving hazardous waste. The equipment shall include but not limited to the following: safety gloves, boots, cover-all attire, scooping tools or spade, absorbent materials, rigid plastic or metal containers with lid, spare sacks of appropriate material and appropriate fire extinguishers. 4. Waste Identification and Documentation 4.1 Hazardous Waste For Generators who have applied on a per consignment basis each load of hazardous waste being transported must be accompanied by the following documents. The original of these documents must be handed to the Supervisor at the disposal site upon delivery of the waste loads. Print Out of Approved On-line Waste Disposal Permit" 4.2 Medical Waste Each load of medical waste transported to the Central Medical Waste Treatment facility in Jebel Ali shall be accompanied with the following forms for handing over to the Supervisor at the treatment facility upon delivery of the waste load. Print Out of Approved On-line Waste Disposal Permit" 5. Vehicle Permits 5.1 All vehicles transporting hazardous waste shall be placarded on both sides and rear. The placard must be marked with relevant hazard symbol and word identifying the load. The symbol and words shall be bold and readable from at least 30 meters away. Please refer to Annex 4 for size, shape, and wording of the placard required. 5.2 The name, address and telephone number of the operator shall be clearly marked on the vehicle. 4

6 6. Inter-Emirates Transportation 6.1 Transportation or import of hazardous waste to Dubai from other Emirates for the purpose of disposal is prohibited. 6.2 Transportation or export of locally generated waste to other Emirates is not allowed if the waste is going to be disposed of in a manner which would be to a lesser standard than what is readily available in Dubai. 6.3 Import or export of hazardous waste from or to other Emirates for reasons other than disposal must have a prior written approval of the Director General of Dubai Municipality. For further information please visit or call Environmental Control Section Tel.: / Fax:

7 ANNEX 1 الوحدة التنظيمية: إدارة البيئة اسم النموذج : طلب تصريح لمركبات نقل النفايات الخطرة Organization Unit: Form sheet title: رقم النموذج : DM-ED-P8-F07 Doc Ref. 6

8 ANNEX 2 Unit: Organization إدارة البيئة الوحدة التنظيمية: title: Form sheet تقرير تفتيش مركبات نقل النفايات الخطرة اسم النموذج : Doc Ref. DM-ED-P8-F08 رقم النموذج : VEHICLE INSPECTION FORM Transport Details Transporter: P.O.Box #: Contact No.: Business Lic. No.: Vehicle Details Type: Fax. No.: Expiration Date: Model: Year: Gross Weight of Vehicle in Tons (*): Approval Requirements Reg. No.: ( ) The vehicle is equipped to contain its load safety without any risk of spillage. ( ) The compartment or skip is sealed completely against leakage or deflagation. ( ) The vehicle is appropriately placarded on both sides and the rear (check for clarity, UN number, symbol, size). ( ) The name, address and telephone number of the transporter is clearly marked on the vehicle. ( ) The vehicle is equipped with all the safety equipment needed to deal with emergencies, such as Safety gloves, booths, cover-all attire, scooping tools (spade), absorbent materials, plastic or metal containers with lid, spare sacks of appropriate material and appropriate fire extinguishers. ( ) Sample point on tank discharge provided. ( ) The special requirements in Annex 4 of the Technical Guideline No. 50 are met. * Note: Important information since this will provide basis of the permit fee. Inspection Details Inspector: Recommendation/Approval Notes: Date: 7

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