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Hazardous Waste Generator Program

The purpose of this program is protection of public health and the environment from exposure to hazardous wastes by regulation of the businesses and industries that generate hazardous waste. This is accomplished through a comprehensive program of inspection, chemical emergency response, surveillance, complaint investigation, and assistance to industry, enforcement and public education.

Authority
California Health and Safety Code Section 25200 et seq.; California Code of Regulations Title 22, Section 66001 et seq.
  
Funding
Annual Operating Permit Fees, Hourly Rate and Service Fees.
  
Clients/Customers
Business Owners/Operators, Public Agencies, Property Owners, General Public.
  
Workload
1,150 Facilities.
  
Information Contact
Contact
     Title      Phone 
Paul NsoEnvironmental Health Specialist(209) 616-3049
Carol LeytoRegistered Environmental Health Specialist(209) 616-3061
Kristina SaeternEnvironmental Health Specialist(209) 616-3045
Vicky Vang-LeeSenior Registered Environmental Health Specialist(206) 616-3028
Shewit WoldearegayEnvironmental Health Specialist(209) 616-3063
John Alaniz Lead Senior Registered Environmental Health Specialist(209) 616-3053
Elena ManzoProgram Coordinator, REHS (209) 953-7699

 

  
Useful Links

Apply for or Reactivate an EPA ID Number
DTSC Hazardous Waste Generator Information
DTSC Fact Sheets
DTSC Regulatory Assistance Office
Find a Registered Hazardous Waste Transporter
Find an Accredited Environmental Laboratory for Hazardous Waste Testing
San Joaquin County Small Business Hazardous Waste Facility
San Joaquin County Household Hazardous Waste Facility
 DTSC Guidance - Treated Wood Waste
Storage Extension Application for RCRA Hazardous Waste