Waste Management Plan for Petroleum Field Laboratories, Fox Creek

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1 ALL printed copies of this procedure are considered uncontrolled copies TITLE Waste Management Plan for Petroleum Field Laboratories, Fox Creek AUTHORIZATION Crystal Watson HAZARD RED REVISION. See LIMS EFFECTIVE DATE 29 May 2013 LAST REVIEW DATE 29 May REVISION HISTORY 1.1 Version control for this document will be managed through the LABLynx LIMS. Revision Date Description of Change or Reference 11 Sept 2013 New Document 21 May 2013 Updates made to include handling of heavy wastes. 2.0 SCOPE 2.1 This procedure has been developed in order to outline the Waste Management Plan for Petroleum Field Laboratory. The nature of the industries this laboratory services results in wastes with various degrees of hazards, this procedure and associated flowchart will assisted in determining appropriate methods of disposal for all waste types. This plan applies to all departments of the laboratory that generates waste. 3.0 REFRENCE 3.1 Armour, M.A, Browne, L.M, and Weir, G.L. Hazardous Chemicals information and disposal guide. Third Edition. 4.0 RESPONBILITIES 4.1 The Laboratory Manager shall be responsible for ensuring compliance with this procedure 4.2 The Quality Manager or designate shall responsible for ensuring the quality control procedures are done routinely. 4.3 The analyst shall be responsible for ensuring analyses are done in compliance with this procedure. 5.0 PARTICULARS 5.1 Hazardous waste containers should remain closed unless adding or removing waste. If you use a funnel to transfer waste, remove the funnel after the transfer and close the container. A closed container is one whose contents would not spill if the container were knocked over. When adding waste to a container, do not completely fill the container. Leave space for the contents to expand. Containers and chemicals Page 1 of 4

2 ALL printed copies of this procedure are considered uncontrolled copies TITLE Waste Management Plan for Petroleum Field Laboratories, Fox Creek AUTHORIZATION Crystal Watson HAZARD RED REVISION. See LIMS EFFECTIVE DATE 29 May 2013 LAST REVIEW DATE 29 May 2013 may expand or contract based on temperature. Transfer of hazardous waste is not recommended. If a transfer is necessary, ensure adequate spill response equipment is available, wear PPE, and use adequate transferring mechanisms, e.g. funnel. 5.2 Certain waste items are not removed from the lab in a scheduled manner, and therefore removal is dependent on quantity on hand. When waste levels reach a state that removal off-site is necessary refer to the flowchart for the appropriate contact for disposal. 5.3 Wherever feasible, the generation of waste should be reduced or eliminated. 5.0 SAFETY 5.1 Hazard Identification This procedure has received a RED level hazard classification. Refer to attached hazard assessment for details Improper disposal could lead to potentially hazardous reactions, contamination of the environment, and physical injury Heavy waste items can lead to injuries and potential spills with mishandling. 5.2 Personal Protective Equipment Personal protective equipment may vary based on the nature of the items being disposed of, however the following are available Nomex IIIA lab coat or coveralls Latex or Nitrile gloves Safety Glasses Proper closed toe footwear MedPro Respirators 5.3 Hazard Controls Employees will be trained on proper waste management as related to their position within the company. Employees will be given the opportunity to learn waste management outside of their position if it is required Chemicals are stored by chemical groups, and are clearly labelled as such. Items should still however be checked prior to disposal to ensure that the physical state of the item will not create a hazard for disposal, and that the item was not misplaced in storage. Page 2 of 4

3 ALL printed copies of this procedure are considered uncontrolled copies TITLE Waste Management Plan for Petroleum Field Laboratories, Fox Creek AUTHORIZATION Crystal Watson HAZARD RED REVISION. See LIMS EFFECTIVE DATE 29 May 2013 LAST REVIEW DATE 29 May The hazard level of the item is marked through the hazard identification stickers. Caution should still be taken when disposing of items with a low hazard identification; a low hazard identification does not mean that disposal through drain or regular garbage is acceptable Refer to Safe Chemical Handling Procedure to determine specific hazards associated with waste to be disposed When waste is being transported off-site via lab pack refer to the handlers from the disposal company that all proper TDGs (transportation of dangerous goods) are followed Waste will be disposed of frequently in order to avoid large amounts of waste being stored onsite. Large amounts of waste are often heavy or awkward for disposal leading to increased risk of injury or spills. If a large amount of waste requires removal employees should seek assistance 6.0 QUALITY CONTROL 6.1 Samples will be disposed of no sooner than 30 days after testing has been completed. In certain circumstances or if requested by a client samples can be held for longer than 30 days. The exact amount of time samples are held will vary based on the situation or request. However if a technician feels that a sample is unstable, or too hazardous for storage a sample can be disposed of immediately to ensure the safety of all lab personnel. 7.0 ACTIONS 7.1 Waste Management When waste is needed to be disposed of lab personnel should refer to the Petroleum Field Laboratory Waste Determinations Classification Flowchart to determine the appropriate method of disposal. Once this has been completed the waste can be disposed of as indicated on the Flowchart Items must also be removed from the LABLynx LIMS system when the item has been disposed The item s inventory page should be selected, the Amount on Hand should be changed to the appropriate amount with the removal of the item (i.e. 100mL container disposed of a 1000mL lot, new amount on hand 900mL). Page 3 of 4

4 ALL printed copies of this procedure are considered uncontrolled copies TITLE Waste Management Plan for Petroleum Field Laboratories, Fox Creek AUTHORIZATION Crystal Watson HAZARD RED REVISION. See LIMS EFFECTIVE DATE 29 May 2013 LAST REVIEW DATE 29 May If the item is the last of the lot and the Amount on Hand is now at zero a comment should be made stating that the item is Empty. 8.0 RELATED DOCUMENTS 8.1 Petroleum Field Laboratory Waste Determinations Classifications Flowchart. Available on the LIMS. Page 4 of 4

5 Master Flowchart Is your material a WASTE? Refer to: Waste Definition Is your waste a SPECIAL WASTE? Refer to: Special Waste Flowchart Is your waste REACTIVE? Refer to: the Reactivity Flowchart Is your waste CORROSIVE? Refer to: Corrosivity Flowchart Is your waste IGNITABLE? Refer to: Ignitability Flowchart Is your waste an OXIDIZER? Refer to: Oxidizing Flowchart Is your waste TOXIC? Refer to: Toxicity Flowchart Is your waste an BIOLOGICAL WASTE? Refer to: Biological Waste Flowchart Your waste is: HAZARDOUS WASTE STOP Still think you waste might be HAZARDOUS? HAZARDOUS and contact Department Manager for proper disposal Your waste is T Hazardous Waste Physical State Liquid Solid Continue to: Drain Disposal Flowchart Refer to the N- HAZARDOUS RECYCLING & DISPOSAL Flowchart

6 Special Waste Flowchart Is your waste RADIOACTIVE? Is your waste PAINT? Is your waste ASBESTOS? Is your waste a GAS CYLINDER or AERSOL CAN? Is your waste an EMPTY CONTAINER/SHARPS? Is your waste a METAL? Is your waste an OIL or GLYCOL/METHAL? Is your waste a BATTERY? i.e.. NiCd, Lead Acid etc) Material is T A SPECIAL WASTE. Continue on Master Flowchart. Refer to: Radioactive Waste Flowchart Refer to: Paint Waste Flowchart Refer to: Asbestos Flowchart Refer to: Compressed Gas & Aerosols Flowchart Refer to: Empty Container/Sharps Flowchart Refer to: Scrap Metal Flowchart Refer to: Waste Oil & GLYCOL/METHAL Refer to: Used Batteries Flowchart

7 Paint Waste Flowchart Latex Is the waste: Paint Related Waste? (including Latex Paint, Oil Based Paint, Lacquer Based Paint, Paint Solvents and Thinners) Type of Paint Related Waste Continue on Special Wastes Flowchart Oil Based Paint, Lacquer Based Paint, Paint Solvents & Thinners Fill paint can with remaining paint with a sorbent (i.e.. Kitty litter, shredded wood residue etc) and allow the remaining paint to dry. Remove the contents of the paint can and throw in the garbage. For disposal of the paint can see Scrap Metal Waste Flowchart. Quantities of <5L can be allowed to dry and taking to the landfill. For quantities >5L submit to the Paint Recycling Program located at the Fox Creek Recycling Centre. Reference: Alberta Environment, Paint Waste Management

8 Compressed Gas Cylinders & Aerosols Waste Flowchart Is the waste: An Aerosol Container? Is the container: Completely emptied of the contents to the maximum extent practical under normal use (which is ATM). (i.e.. the spray mechanism is not defective)? Did the container: Formerly contain an Extremely Hazardous Waste? Dispose in regular trash Is the waste a: Compressed gas cylinder or a single use propane cylinder? (including fast cylinders, lecture bottles, refillable LPG canisters) Continue on Special Wastes Flowchart Your waste is a: HAZARDOUS WASTE. This waste can be disposed of at the Class II Fox Creek Tervita landfill. Your aerosol container even if completely empty is a: HAZARDOUS WASTE. This waste can be disposed of at the Class II Fox Creek Tervita landfill. Contact the supplier or manufacturer and arrange to have the compressed gas cylinder returned to them for proper disposal. If not returned to supplier or manufacturer your waste is a: SCRAP METAL WASTE. Contact RAM for dealing with cylinders owned by them. PFL cylinders can be reconstructed and recertified for use, prior to metal disposal.

9 Scrap Metal Waste Flowchart Is the waste: a solid metal? Is the metal: Aluminum, Copper, Iron, Lead, Steel, or Zinc? Place in the Scrap Metal Waste container located in the Hydrocarbon Lab under the fume hood. When you have accumulated more than 5 pounds of material contact G&L for pick and disposal. Your waste can't be recycled as Scrap Metal. Continue on the Special Wastes Flowchart.

10 Used Batteries Waste Flowchart Is your waste a battery? Continue on Special Wastes Flowchart Is your waste (not leaking or damaged): * lead acid batteries * Ni-Cd rechargeable batteries *lithium batteries * mercuric oxide batteries * silver oxide batteries Store waste batteries in designated container in Chemical Storage Closet. Disposal at the Class III Fox Creek Town Landfill. Is your waste: (leaking/damaged): Your waste is a: HAZARDOUS * lead acid batteries * Ni-Cd rechargeable batteries *lithium batteries * mercuric oxide batteries * silver oxide batteries Is your waste: WASTE. Senior Laboratory staff will determine appropriate disposal such as Lab Pack disposal through Tervita * Alkaline Battery These are non-hazardous and can be placed in the regular trash, however, in an effort to remain environmentally friendly these batteries can also be disposed at the Fox Creek Landfill.

11 Corrosivity Flowchart Is your waste: a sample tested by PFL received longer than 30 days from disposal date Contact the client and determine if they would like to dispose of the sample themselves. If not continue on the flowchart. Aqueous Liquid Waste Waste has: A ph less than or equal to 2 Physical State of Waste HAZARD CLASS: CORROSIVE ACID This waste can be neutralize and then disposed of through the Drain Disposal Flowchart. Refer to Hazardous Chemicals information and disposal guide for procedure. Waste has: A ph greater than or equal to 12.5 HAZARD CLASS: CORROSIVE BASE This waste can be neutralize and then disposed of through the Drain Disposal Flowchart. Refer to Hazardous Chemicals information and disposal guide for procedure. Non-Aqueous or Non-Liquid Waste When mixed with an equivalent weight of water, the waste: Produces a solution having a ph less than or equal to 2 When mixed with an equivalent weight of water the waste: Produces a solution having a ph greater than or equal to Waste has: The ability to cause destruction of living tissue or steel surfaces by chemical action HAZARD CLASS: CORROSIVE BASE Keep waste in a designated area, in a well labeled designated container for specific base waste. Contact Tervita and dispose through Lab Pack. Waste doe T meet the definition of CORROSIVE. Continue on Master Flowchart.

12 Oxidizing Flowchart Is your waste: a sample tested by PFL received longer than 30 days from disposal date Contact the client and determine if they would like to dispose of the sample themselves. If not continue on the flowchart. Does the waste: Release oxygen when reacting with another chemical? Does the waste: React with organic materials (ie oils, greases, solvents, paper cloth, wood etc) resulting in fire or the generation of heat? Is the waste: A member of the common oxidizer categories listed below? or An aqueous solution of the common categories listed below which exhibits any of the oxidizing properties stated above? What does T meet the definition of OXIDIZER. Continue on Master Flowchart HAZARD CLASS: OXIDIZER Keep chemical storage closet in secure containment. Contact Tervita and dispose through Lab Pack. Examples: SOLIDS * Bismuthantes * Chromium trioxide * Iodine * Permanganates * Bromates * Dichromates * Manganese dioxide * Permangic acid * Ferric sulfate * Ferric chloride * Nitrates * Peroxides * Chlorates * Ferric trioxide * Perborates * Persulfates * Chlorites * Hypochlorites * Perchlorates * Chormates * Iodates * Periodic acid LIQUIDS * Bromine * Hydrogen peroxide *Perchloric acid (ph > 2) * Chromic acid (ph > 2) * Nitric acid (ph > 2) * Sulfuric acid (ph > 2) ** Oxidizing mixtures having a ph < 2 are classified as corrosive. See Corrosivity Flowchart for disposal.

13 Toxicity Flowchart Is your waste: a sample tested by PFL received longer than 30 days from disposal date Contact the client and determine if they would like to dispose of the sample themselves. If not continue on the flowchart. Does your waste: Contain amines? Your waste is HAZARDOUS WASTE. All amine waste will be sent to the SemCams Amine Plant where they have the amines will be repurposed in a safe manner. The determination of a waste as a hazardous waste due to its toxicity is a process that is complicated by many lists and many different criteria. In an attempt to provide guidelines that are relatively straightforward, only the lists and criteria of general applicability are summarized in this Hazardous Waste Management Plan. Before determining that a questionable waste is not toxic consult with the Lab Manager to determine complete regulatory requirements. Also refer to MSDS for toxicity information. If waste does T meet the definition of TOXIC continue on the Master Flowchart.

14 Non-Hazardous Recycling and Disposal Flowchart Is your waste: a sample tested by PFL received longer than 30 days from disposal date Contact the client and determine if they would like to dispose of the sample themselves. If not continue on the flowchart. Has your waste been determined to be N-HAZARDOUS? Is your waste: A sample routinely tested by PFL that through analysis has been determined to be N- HAZARDOUS? Refer back to Master Flowchart, and determine which HAZARD CLASS your waste belongs to. What is the physical state of your waste? Solid If soil dispose of in white bucket located in the hydrocarbon lab. Final disposal will be through the Class III Landfill located in Fox Creek. If other solid waste continue on Flowchart. Liquid Refer to Drain Disposal Flowchart.

15 Waste Definition Flowchart Is the material: Useable by someone else? Is the material: Intended to be discarded or not usable because of its present condition? (i.e. Contaminated, spent, too old, unknown, can't find a user, etc.) Material meets the definition of a WASTE. Continue on Master Flowchart Give material to another authorized persons. Only by written approval of the Lab Manager. If your material is not WASTE, then it is not a Hazardous Waste.

16 Radioactive Waste Flowchart Is this symbol (with or without wording): Displayed on the waste or waste container? OR Does the waste contain any: RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL? Does the waste contain any isotope of an element that undergoes nuclear transformations emitting a form of radiation? OR Does the waste contain any: URANIUM or THORIUM COMPOUNDS? If unsure check with lab manager OR Is the waste a: Self-Illuminated Exit Sign? Smoke Detector (ECD)? or Static Eliminator? OR Has your waste been classified as a NATURALLY OCCURING RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL (RM)? Your waste is T a RADIOACTIVE WASTE. Continue on Special Wastes Flowchart. Your waste is a: RADIOACTIVE WASTE. Place waste an approved, clearly labeled and sealed container. If sample contact client to determine if they would like to dispose of the sample themselves. If not store in designated area, and when necessary contact Tervita for disposal.

17 Asbestos Waste Flowchart Does the waste: Contains less than 1% Asbestos? Examples of Materials Commonly Containing Asbestos (but not limited to): * sheet rock taping and joint compound * fire door core material * roofing felt * floor tile and mastic * transite sheets (Cementious Panels) * sprayed-on ceiling materials * boiler insulation * pipe insulation * brake pads * clutch pads * samples labeled as Asbestos received in the lab Your waste is a: REGULATED WASTE. This waste can be submerged in water & placed in a zip seal bag to remove any hazard associated with the waste. Refer to the N-HAZARDOUS RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL Flowchart if that is not possible continue on this Flowchart. If shipping Asbestos off site for disposal it must include the following information, as per Environment Protective Services, Alberta in the order listed below: Name and address of generator Name and address of receiver Name of carrier Total mass or volume of asbestos waste Number of bags (if bagged, and if so bags must have shipping name and PIN number marked ) Shipping name (i.e. asbestos waste, white) Dangerous goods class (i.e.. Class 9.1) PIN number (i.e. UN 2590) Packing group (i.e. III) Other possible classifications for asbestos are: waste asbestos, blue, Class 9.1, UN 2212, packing group II waste asbestos, brown, Class 9.1, UN 2212, packing group II Continue on Special Waste Flowchart If your waste is a sample tested by PFL & received 30 days prior to the disposal date, contact the client to determine if they would like to dispose of the waste themselves. If not contact the Class I Landfill in Drayton Valley, Pembina Secure.

18 Empty Containers & Scraps Waste Flowchart Is the waste: An "empty" container the formerly contained a hazardous material? Does the waste: Meet the definition of EMPTY? For containers that held a pourable hazardous material. No further material can be poured or drained from the container when it is held in any orientation? For containers that held a non-pourable hazardous material. No hazardous material remains in the container that can be removed by physical methods (excluding rinsing) Did the empty containers: Formerly contain a material that had an oral LD50 50mg/kg? (Refer to Toxicity section on MSDS) or Extremely Hazardous Waste? Your waste container, even if completely empty, is a: HAZARDOUS WASTE. This waste will be disposed of through Lab Pack with Tervita Whitecourt. Continue on N- HAZARDOUS RECYCLING/DISPOSAL Flowchart Did the waste: Contain samples, or is an item routinely used by PFL? Is your empty container: Glass Plastic Metal A syringe tip or sharps item Ensure they are rinsed 3X before disposal. Completely deface all markings on the container. Refer to Scrap Metals Flowchart for disposal. Ensure container has been rinsed thoroughly three times. Completely deface all markings on the container and place in the glass disposal located in the Water Lab. Final disposal to the Class III Fox Creek Town Landfill. Ensure that container has been rinsed thoroughly three times. Completely deface all markings on the container and place in bag for plastic disposal. Place in Hazco dumpster outside the lab. Completely deface all markings from container. Place "non-sharp" items in appropriate disposal. Place sharps waste in the designated container in the Hydrocarbon Lab. Contact Senior Level Lab Personnel for final disposal.

19 Waste Oil & Glycol/Methanol Waste Flowchart Is the waste: an Oil or Glycol/Methanol? Is your waste: a sample tested by PFL received longer than 30 days from disposal date Is your waste: * motor oil *automatic transmission fluid * diesel fuel * gear oil * turbine engine oil *kerosene (#3, #4, & #6) *hydrocarbon samples * oily water * produced water Oils cannot be disposed down the drain (even if they are not hazardous waste) Is your waste? * Ethylene Glycol based Antifreeze * collant from chillers/hvac systems * Propylene Glycol based Antifreeze (freeze protection >0 F) * samples containing Glycol Is your waste? Contaminated with heavy metals or Chromate Continue on Special Waste Flowchart Contact the client and determine if they would like to dispose of the sample themselves. If not continue on the flowchart. Dispose in the Flammables Can which will be in secure containment, located in the Hydrocarbon Lab. Final disposal will be done at one of the licensed down hole disposal wells located in Fox Creek. Or returned to client if able to repurpose the sample. Dispose in designated Glycol container, located in the Hydrocarbon Lab in secure containment. Final disposal will be done by returning the waste to SemCams facility located in Fox Creek for repurposing. Dispose of in the designated Chromate waste, and refer to Hazardous Chemicals information and disposal guide for digestion. Digestion and final disposal can only be completed by Senior Lab Personnel. Final waste product will be disposed of via Lab Pack through Tervita in Whitecourt.

20 Reactivity Flowchart Is your waste: a sample tested by PFL received longer than 30 days from disposal date Does the waste: React violently with water, or form potentially explosive mixtures with water? Does the waste: Evolve toxic gases when in contact with water? Does the waste: React violently when exposed to air or form potentially explosive mixtures with air? Is the waste: Unstable (readily undergoes violent change with or without detonating or exploding)? Is the waste: A potential peroxide former that has either exceeded its open or shelf time limits or is Material does T meet the definition of REACTIVE. Continue on Master Flowchart. Contact the client and determine if they would like to dispose of the sample themselves. If not continue on the flowchart. HAZARD CLASS: REACTIVE Store these waste items in an non-hazardous place (in the chemical closet in a location appropriate for that item), in secure containment while waiting for disposal. Senior Lab Personnel will be responsible for final disposal of these items. Refer to Hazardous Chemicals information and disposal guide to determine if in-house disposal is possible. If not ensure these items are not shipped with other items that could cause a potential reaction. Contact Tervita and dispose through use of Lab Pack.

21 Flammability Flowchart Is your waste: a sample tested by PFL received longer than 30 days from disposal date Contact the client and determine if they would like to dispose of the sample themselves. If not continue on the flowchart. Liquid Physical State of Waste Solid Is the flash point of the waste (or any single phase if multiphasic) 60 C? or Is the waste: An aqueous solution containing 24% alcohol? If the waste is from the Hydrocarbon Lab refer to the Waste Oil & Glycol Flowchart for disposal. If waste is from another origin a Senior Lab Personnel will refer to the Hazardous Chemical information and disposal guide to determine if inhouse disposal is possible. If not the waste will be disposed of via Lab Pack through Tervita in Whitecourt. Is the waste: a soil/sludge/drilling mud sample routinely tested by PFL which has been determined to contain hydrocarbons? Waste is to be stored in a yellow bucket located in the hydrocarbon lab in secure containment. Final disposal will be completed after the waste has been treated as per Analysis results dictate. Waste will be disposed of at the Class I Pembina Secure Landfill located in Fox Creek. These disposals will be completed by Senior Lab Personal by referring to the Hazardous Chemicals information and disposal guide to determine if in-house disposal is possible. If not waste will be disposed of via Lab Pack through Tervita Whitecourt. Is the waste: Capable of causing fire through friction, moisture, absorption, or spontaneous chemical change? Waste does T meet the definition of IGNITABLE. Continue on the Master Flowchart

22 Drain Disposal Flowchart Is your waste: a sample tested by PFL received longer than 30 days from disposal date Contact the client and determine if they would like to dispose of the sample themselves. If not continue on the flowchart. Is the waste: A Liquid? Does the waste: Contain any Radioactive Material? Is the waste: Aqueous with only one phase? Does the waste: Contain significant toxics? (alcohols 24%, metals or other toxics) Does the waste have a: ph > 2 and ph < 12.5? (a strong acid or base more dilute than 0.01N) Does the waste have a: ph 6 or ph 9? Dispose down the drain. Waste CANT go down the drain. Waste CANT go down the drain. Refer to RADIOACTIVE WASTE flowchart. Waste CANT go down the drain. Waste is probably a HAZARDOUS WASTE Waste CANT go down the drain. Store in the chemical storage closet in secure containment and dispose of via Lab Pack through Tervita in Whitecourt. Waste is a HAZARDOUS WASTE and can only be disposed by Senior Lab Personnel. Neutralize as per Hazardous Chemicals information and disposal guide indicates. Adjust to ph 6 and ph 11.

23 Biological Flowchart Is your waste: a sample tested by PFL received longer than 30 days from disposal date Is your waste: produced by completing a BART, or microtox test and has been stored for longer than 30 days? Is your waste: produced from POCT/DOT testing and has been stored for longer than 30 days? Contact the client and determine if they would like to dispose of the sample themselves. If not continue on the flowchart. Treat waste with commercial bleach and follow Drain Disposal Flowchart Waste can be disposed of in a manner appropriate for urine disposal (ie. Flushed down the toilet) If waste does T meet the definition of BIOLOGICAL continue on the Master Flowchart.

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