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HMD Publications and Guidance Documents

Publications & Forms

Refer to the list below for or additional information and useful guidance documents on industry-specific topics.

Automotive Businesses

Biotech - EPIC+ Program

Breweries & Beverage Manufacturers

Charitable Organizations

General Aviation

Hotels and Motels

Schools and Community Outreach

Disputing Violations

DEHQ Fees Web Page

Hazardous Waste

California Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program & List of Certified Labs
Chlorinated automotive product use banned HM-9095
DTSC Managing Empty Containers Fact Sheet | Department of Toxic Substances Control
Hazardous Waste Management for Small Quantity Generators HM-9099
Label Samples - Hazardous Waste/Universal Waste/Empty Container
Pharmaceutical Waste Presentations
RCRA Large Quantity Generator Emission Control Regulations - Subparts BB and CC
Registered Hazardous Waste Transporters
Small Quantity Generator Emergency Response Plan HM-9099a
DTSC Hazardous Waste Generator Requirements | Department of Toxix Substances Control
Small Quantity Generator Regulations RCRA 40 CFR 262.34
Small Quantity Generator Tank Regulations RCRA 40 CFR 265.201
Small Quantity Generator Container Management Regulations RCRA 40 CFR 265.170
Hazardous Waste Container Weekly Inspection Log HM-9322
Lab Pack CERS Reporting Guidance HMG-4020
Retail Store CERS Reporting Guidance
Hazardous Waste Violation Checklist - SQG/LQG | RCRA LQG
Staining Waste Guidance HMG-3023

DTSC Fact Sheets

More information about the Hazardous Waste Program

Hazardous Waste Tank Systems & Treatment

Hazardous Waste Tank Systems

Onsite Treatment of Hazardous Waste - Tiered Permitting Facilities

DTSC Fact Sheets

Fixed Treatment Units (FTUs)

Transportable Treatment Units (TTUs)

Hazardous Materials

2018 Federal Hazard Category Guide
CalOES Release Reporting Booklet
Combustible Metal Reporting
HMBP Packet - Disclosure of Hazardous Materials Information Bulletin HM-952 (04-2021)
Employee Training Documentation (sample) HM-954
Hazardous Substances List (Director's List)
Proposition 65 Information (Carcinogens and Reproductive Toxins List)
Regulated Substances HM-9181
Release Reporting Assessment Tool HM-9511
San Diego County Code of Regulatory Ordinances (Title 6, Div.8, Ch.11 - HazMat Business Plans)
Hazardous Materials Violation Checklist

More information about the Hazardous Materials Program

California Accidental Release (CalARP) Program

San Diego County CalARP Program Guidelines Updated September 2014
Regulated Substances/Extremely Hazardous Substances Updated February 2011
Guidance for CalARP Program Seismic Assessments Updated January 2019
CalARP Program FAQ (CalOES) Updated February 2014
CalARP Mixtures FAQ (CalOES) Updated January 2014
Guidance for Facilities on Risk Management Programs (EPA) Updated March 2009
Consolidated List of Lists (EPA) Updated June 2019
CalARP Violation Checklist

For more information on the HMD’s CalARP Program, go to the California Accidental Release Prevention Page.

Medical Waste

California Medical Waste Management Act
Disposal for Veterinary Practices HM-9216
Disposal for Dental Practices HM-9218
Disposal for Medical Practices HM-9219
Dental, Medical & Veterinary Offices - Managing Hazardous Waste (DTSC)
Home-Generated Sharps Guidance for Healthcare Providers HM-9266
Medical Waste Container Labeling Guidance HM-9904
Medical Waste Transporters
Pharmaceutical Waste Guidance HMG-8006
Sample Steam Sterilization Log HM-9157
Management of Regulated Medical Waste HM-9214
San Diego Code of Regulatory Ordinances - Title 6, Division 8, Chapter 12 - Medical Waste
Medical Waste Violation Checklist

More information about the Medical Waste Program

Underground Storage Tanks

More information about the UST Program

Aboveground Petroleum Storage Act (APSA)

Laws and Regulations

Code of Federal Regulations Part 112 – Oil Pollution Prevention (SPCC Rule)
California Health and Safety Code Chapter 6.67 Aboveground Storage of Petroleum (APSA)
Laws and Regulations APSA Tanks in Underground Areas
APSA Violation Checklist (County of San Diego CUPA)

Guidance and Information

Federal SPCC Requirements and Guidance
Office of the State Fire Marshall (OSFM) and the APSA Program
OSFM Information on Tanks In Underground Areas (TIUGAs)
OSFM Information Bulletin 18-0005 (pertains to CFC §5703.6.2.2 and underground piping connected to a TIUGA)
OSFM Information Bulletin 14-0005 Addendum 01-29-2015 (pertains to Underground Storage Tanks Being Sold As Aboveground Storage Tanks)

Fire Code Requirements

For fire code requirements on aboveground petroleum storage tank installation, alteration, abandonment or removal, contact the appropriate District 1 Fire Authority or for state owned/operated facilities contact CAL FIRE-OSFM Fire & Life Safety Division.

More information about the APSA Program

Tools for Compliance

Pollution Prevention

Small Quantity Medical Waste Generators HM-9634

Self-Audit Tools

Biotech Businesses HM-9635
Secondary Schools HM-963