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Policy 801Santa Ana Police Department Custody Manual Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2024/02/21, All Rights Reserved. Published with permission by Santa Ana Police Department***DRAFT*** Hazardous Waste and Sewage Disposal - 1Hazardous Waste and Sewage Disposal 801.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE The purpose of this policy is to establish a system for disposing of hazardous waste. The Department recognizes that the effectiveness of a disposal system depends not only on the written policies, procedures, and precautions, but on adequate supervision and the responsible behavior of the staff and incarcerated persons. It is the responsibility of everyone in the facility to follow hazardous waste disposal instructions, utilizing prescribed precautions and using safety equipment properly. 801.1.1 DEFINITION Definitions related to this policy include: Hazardous waste - Material that poses a threat or risk to public health or safety or is harmful to the environment (e.g., batteries, paints, solvents, engine oils and fluids, cleaning products). 801.2 POLICY It is the policy of this department that any sewage and hazardous waste generated at the facility shall be handled, stored, and disposed of safely and in accordance with all applicable federal and state regulations and in consultation with the local public health entity. 801.3 RESPONSIBILITIES The Jail Administrator, Responsible Physician, or their authorized designees shall be responsible for: (a)Contracting with a hazardous waste disposal service. (b)Developing and implementing a storage and disposal plan that has been reviewed and approved by a regulatory agency. (c)Developing and implementing procedures for the safe handling and storage of hazardous materials until such time as the contractor removes the items from the facility. (d)Ensuring the staff is trained in the proper identification of hazardous waste and the appropriate handling, storage, and disposal of such items. 801.4 SEWAGE DISPOSAL All sewage and liquid waste matter must be disposed of into a public system of sewerage or, if public sewerage is not available, into a private system of sewage disposal in accordance with the requirements of the local public health entity. The institution's use of the private system must be discontinued, and the private system must be properly abandoned when public sewerage becomes available. Santa Ana Police Department Custody Manual Hazardous Waste and Sewage Disposal Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2024/02/21, All Rights Reserved. Published with permission by Santa Ana Police Department***DRAFT*** Hazardous Waste and Sewage Disposal - 2801.5 HAZARDOUS WASTE Hazardous waste generated in the facility shall be properly disposed of in designated containers and stored until removed by the contractor. At a minimum, staff shall use universal standard precautions when in contact with hazardous materials. 801.6 SAFETY EQUIPMENT The Jail Administrator and the county emergency manager shall ensure that appropriate safety equipment is available. All supervisors shall be knowledgeable in how to access the safety equipment at all times. The county may coordinate with local fire departments or contracted vendors to obtain the necessary safety equipment. 801.7 TRAINING The Training Commander shall be responsible for ensuring that all facility personnel receive appropriate training in the use of appropriate safety equipment and the identification, handling and disposal of hazardous waste. Training records shall be maintained, including the course roster, curriculum, instructor name and credentials, and testing instruments. 801.8 SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY Supervisors are responsible for monitoring any hazardous waste containment issue, ensuring that employees have the appropriate safety equipment, that any exposed persons receive immediate medical treatment, and that the appropriate measures are taken to lessen the exposure of others. Supervisors shall ensure that incident reports are completed and forwarded to the Jail Administrator in the event of an exposure to staff, incarcerated persons, or visitors.