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RCRA Inspection Report
1)Inspector and Author of Report
Nereida Hernandez MoralesU.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
Life ScientistRegion 4
Phone: 404-562-8289Enforcement and Compliance Assurance
Hernandez Morales. Nereida@epa.govDivision
Chemical Safety and Land Enforcement
Branch
61 Forsyth Street, S.W.
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
2)Facility Information
AAR Landing Gear ServicesEPA ID # FLD982101933
9371 NW 100th StNAICS # 336413-Other Aircraft
Medley, Florida 33178Parts and Auxiliary Equipment
Manufacturing
3)Responsible Officials
Samuel Akinrosotu
AAR Landing Gear Services
Environmental Health & Safety
Manager
Samuel.Akinrosotu@aarcorp.com
4)Inspection Participants
Maria CordobaRoss Neubarth
AAR Landing Gear ServicesAAR Landing Gear Services
Chemical EngineerDirector NDT Operations
Jason T. ValdezJeff Gregg Florida Department of
AAR Landing Gear ServicesEnvironmental Protection (FDEP)
Failities Maintenance Manager
Johanna Polycart, FDEP
David BarretoShelby Luong, FDEP
AAR Landing Gear Services
Director of QualityNereida Hernandez, USEPA Region 4
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Purecoat International, LLC
EPA ID # FLD980839013
January 23, 2024
5)Date of Inspection
January 24, 2024
6)Applicable Regulations
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Sections 3002 (42 U.S. Code - Annotated
U.S.C.A. 6925 and 6927), and 40 Code of Federal Regulation (C.F.R.) Parts 260-270, 273, 278, &
279; Florida Statutes (F.S.) Chapter 403.702 et seq., and the regulations promulgated pursuant
thereto and set forth at the Florida Administrative Code (Fla. Admin. Code Ann. r.), Chapters 62-
710, 62-730 and 62-750.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. r. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.17], a LQG may accumulate
hazardous waste on - site for 90 days or less without a permit or without having interim status,
as required by Section 403.722 of the Florida Statutes, Fla. Stat. 403.722 [Section 3005 of
RCRA, 42 U.S.C. 6925], provided that the generator complies with the conditions listed in Fla.
Admin. Code Ann. r. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.17] (hereinafter referred to as the " LQG
Permit Exemption ").
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. r. 62-730.185 (1) [40 C.F.R. 273.9], a " Small Quantity
Handler of Universal Waste " (SQHUW) is a Universal Waste handler who does not accumulate
5,000 kilograms or more of Universal Waste (batteries, pesticides, mercury - containing
equipment, or lamps, calculated collectively) at any time.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. r. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a)], a generator may
accumulate as much as 55 gallons of non - acute hazardous waste in containers at or near any
point of generation where wastes initially accumulate, which is under the control of the
operator of the process generating the waste, without a permit or without having interim
status, as required by Section 403.722 of the Florida Statutes, Fla. Stat. 403.722 [Section 3005
of RCRA, 42 U.S.C. 6925], and without complying with Fla. Admin. Code Ann. r. 62-730.160 (1)
[40 C.F.R. 262.16 (b) or 262.17 (a)], except as required in Fla. Admin. Code Ann. r. 62-
730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (7) and (8)], provided that the generator complies with the
satellite accumulation area conditions listed in Fla. Admin. Code Ann. r. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R.
262.15] (hereinafter referred to as the " SAA Permit Exemption ").
7)Purpose of Inspection
The purpose of this inspection was to conduct an unannounced compliance evaluation
inspection to determine AAR Landing Gear Services compliance with the applicable
requirements of RCRA and the corresponding Florida regulations. This was an EPA lead
inspection supported by FDEP.
1 As the State's authorized hazardous waste program operates in lieu of the federal RCRA program, the citations of
those authorized provisions will be to the authorized State program. However, for ease of reference, the federal
citations will follow in brackets.
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ARR Landing Gear Services
EPA ID # FLD982101933
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8)Facility Description
AAR Landing Gear Services (hereinafter referred as AAR Landing or the facility) is in Medley,
Florida. AAR Landing owns other facilities in Medley, Florida with RCRA EPA IDs FLR000227579
and FLR000173054. AAR Landing has been in production since 1986, occupies a 98,793 square
feet area, and employs approximately 500 employees. AAR Landing operates three shifts from
Monday to Friday and one shift during the weekends. Access to the facility is restricted. The
facility is connected to the public water system. Visitors must register at the main office and
must be escorted by facility personnel. AAR Landing is involved in repair and services for the
military and commercial airplane landing gear. Hazardous waste streams generated during the
process include paint waste, paint booth filters, parts washer and evaporator sludge, mineral
spirits, spent perchloroethylene, plating waste, electroplating wastewater treatment sludge,
steel shot blast media, sulfuric / hydrofluoric acid, isopropyl alcohol, methylene chloride, chrome
strip solution, cyanide solution containing carbonate, flammable solids containing methyl
propyl ketone (MPK) and toluene, and perchloroethylene - contaminated wax.
The most recent Hazardous Waste Generator Notification (EPA Form 8700-12) dated April 1,
2022, characterized the facility as a large quantity generator (LQG) of hazardous waste. Waste
codes from the EPA Form 8700-12 include D001 (ignitable waste), D002 (corrosive), D003
(reactive), D004 (arsenic), D005 (barium), D006 (cadmium), D007 (chromium), D008 (lead),
D039 (tetrachloroethylene), F001 (spent halogenated solvents), F002 (spent halogenated
solvents) F005 (spent non - halogenated solvents), F006 (waste water treatment sludge), and
P089 (parathion phosphoric acid, O, O-diethyl - O- (4-nitrophenyl) ester. The facility also
generates used oil and generates universal waste.
The facility operates under Air Permit 0250640-031-AV and the Wastewater Permit IWP-
000215-2023 / 2024.
9)Previous Inspection History
AAR Landing has been inspected since 1992. The most recent inspection was conducted by the
FDEP on May 13, 2021. The inspector found three apparent violations (failure to keep satellite
containers holding hazardous waste closed, container in SAA not labeled with the words
" hazardous waste ", with the indication of the hazardous of the content, and containers in CAA
area not marked with the accumulation starting date). All violations were resolved by May 28,
2021.
10)Opening Conference
On January 24, 2024, EPA inspector, Nereida Hernandez Morales, accompanied by FDEP
inspectors, Jeff Gregg, Shelby Luong, Johanna Polycart, arrived at AAR Landing at approximately
10:15 a.m. After checking - in in the main office, Mr. Jason T. Valdez and Ms. Maria Cordoba
from AAR Landing received the inspectors. The inspectors were joined to the opening
conference by Mr. Samuel Akinrosotu (by phone), EHS Manager. The inspectors introduced
themselves, showed their credentials and explained the purpose of the visit.
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ARR Landing Gear Services
EPA ID # FLD982101933
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The inspectors described the anticipated use of equipment (digital camera) during the
inspection and provided a list of records to be reviewed as part of the recordkeeping. The EPA
inspector also discussed the company's ability, pursuant to 40 C.F.R. 2.203, to assert a
business confidentiality claim for information submitted to EPA. The facility asserted a business
confidentiality claim due to security risk.
Maria Cordoba provided an overview of the facility's history and current operations during the
opening conference. Ms. Cordoba also discussed health and safety protocols and the required
personal protective equipment required for the inspection.
11)
Inspection Observations
AAR Landing manages one central accumulation area (CAA) and several satellite accumulation
areas (SAAS) across the facility. All the waste in the SAAS is moved to a CAAs prior to shipment.
The facility's main processes consist of surface coating and cleaning operations.
Emergency showers, eye wash stations, and spill kits were observed around the SAAS and CAA
at time of the inspection.
The following areas were inspected:
Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA / QC) Laboratory:
The QA / QC Lab is located on the second floor and is used to verify the quality of the plating
solutions. Cyanide wastes are directed to the cyanide treatment portion of the wastewater
treatment plant (WWTP) and the chromium plating wastes are directed to the chromium
treatment portion of the WWTP. Expired chemicals (approximately 40 bottles, different sizes)
were observed inside a cabinet that was labeled as " Expired Chemical Segregated Area ".
Expired chemicals are disposed as lab pack. Photo # 1.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.210 (a)], a trained
professional must make the hazardous waste determination, pursuant to 262.11 (a)
through (d), before the unwanted material is removed from the laboratory.
Blasting Area:
This area used aluminum oxide to prepare the metals for plating. This area also has the OD steel
shot peen unit that used plastic beads to distress the parts. Residual waste from the shot peen
unit (tiny pieces of wires that are cut in the machine), were observed on the floor, on cart, and
in the drain around the container. According to Ms. Cordoba this residual waste is vacuumed or
swept daily and returned to the machine or to the container. The following was observed in the
SAAS. Photo # 2.
One closed (55) -gallon container with aluminum oxide marked with the words " hazardous
waste ", and with the indication of the hazards of the contents (toxic).
One (55) gallon container with a closed funnel, with waste steel shot marked with the words.
" hazardous waste ". It was observed that the container was not labeled or marked with the
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appropriate hazard indicator. Instead, it was labeled with the Class 9 (miscellaneous)
Department of Transportation (DOT) label. Recent guidance from the EPA (February 2023),
states that the Class 9 DOT label, by itself, does not adequately indicate the hazard associated
with the container's content. Photos with drums closed and a pictogram consistent with the
Occupational Safety and Health Administration Hazard Communication Standard at 29 CFR
1910.1200 received by email on January 31, 2024. Photo # 3.
One opened (20) -gallon container with D006 content was marked with the words " hazardous
waste ". However, the container was not marked with the indication of the hazards of the
contents. Photos with drums closed and a pictogram consistent with the Occupational Safety
and Health Administration Hazard Communication Standard at 29 CFR 1910.1200 received by
email on January 31, 2024. Photo # 4.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (5) (ii)], which is a
condition of the SAA permit exemption, a generator must mark or label its container with the
following: (ii) an indication of the hazards of the contents (examples include, but are not
limited to, the applicable hazardous waste characteristic(s) (i.e., ignitable, corrosive, reactive,
toxic); hazard communication consistent with the Department of Transportation
requirements at 49 CFR part 172 subpart E (labeling) or subpart F (placarding); a hazard
statement or pictogram consistent with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Hazard Communication Standard at 29 CFR 1910.1200; or a chemical hazard label consistent
with the National Fire Protection Association code 704).
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (4)], which is a
condition of the SAA permit exemption, a container holding hazardous waste must be closed
at all times during accumulation, except: (i) When adding, removing, or consolidating waste;
or (ii) when temporary venting of a container is necessary.
Vapor Degreaser Area:
The vapor degreaser process uses perchloroethylene (perc) to remove any waxy residue on
parts before plating. Maintenance to the tank is performed every six months. One closed (55) -
gallon container was observed in this area without a label. Photos with drums closed and a
pictogram consistent with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Hazard
Communication Standard at 29 CFR 1910.1200, was received by email on January 31, 2024.
Photo # 5.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (5) (i) (ii)], which is a
condition of the SAA permit exemption, a generator must mark or label its container with the
following: (i) the words " Hazardous Waste ", and (ii) an indication of the hazards of the
contents (examples include, but are not limited to, the applicable hazardous waste
characteristic(s) (i.e., ignitable, corrosive, reactive, toxic); hazard communication consistent
with the Department of Transportation requirements at 49 CFR part 172 subpart E (labeling)
or subpart F (placarding); a hazard statement or pictogram consistent with the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration Hazard Communication Standard at 29 CFR 1910.1200; or a
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chemical hazard label consistent with the National Fire Protection Association code 704).
Plating Area Area:
The plating area consists of seven lines: 2-chrome, one cadmium, three nickel, and one strip.
Three SAAs were observed in the plating area as follows:
One closed (55) -gallon container with cadmium / chrome / platin / B and H debris marked with the
words " hazardous waste ".
One closed (55) -gallon container marked with the words " hazardous waste ".
On the back of the plating lines, one (55) -gallon container with cadmium / chrome / platin / B and
H debris, was observed opened (not properly closed) and marked with the words " hazardous
waste ". Photo # 6.
It was observed that these containers were not labeled or marked with the appropriate hazard
indicator. Instead, it was labeled with the Class 9 (miscellaneous) Department of Transportation
(DOT) label. Photos with drum closed and a pictogram consistent with the Occupational Safety
and Health Administration Hazard Communication Standard at 29 CFR 1910.1200, was received
by email on January 31, 2024. Photo # 7.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (4)], which is a
condition of the SAA permit exemption, a container holding hazardous waste must be closed
at all times during accumulation, except: (i) When adding, removing, or consolidating waste;
or (ii) when temporary venting of a container is necessary.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (5) (i) (ii)], which is a
condition of the SAA permit exemption, a generator must mark or label its container with the
following: (i) the words " Hazardous Waste ", and (ii) an indication of the hazards of the
contents (examples include, but are not limited to, the applicable hazardous waste
characteristic(s) (i.e., ignitable, corrosive, reactive, toxic); hazard communication consistent
with the Department of Transportation requirements at 49 CFR part 172 subpart E (labeling)
or subpart F (placarding); a hazard statement or pictogram consistent with the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration Hazard Communication Standard at 29 CFR 1910.1200; or a
chemical hazard label consistent with the National Fire Protection Association code 704).
Machine Shop Area:
After plating, the parts are cut to size and cleaned using a solvent that generates dirty rags.
Used oil is generated when machines are cleaned. Any scrap metal generated during the
process is sent back to the military entities or recycled.
Two closed (55) -gallon containers were observed with the words " Used Oil ".
One (55) -gallon container with dirty rags was observed closed, marked with the words
" hazardous waste ", and with the indication of the hazard of the contents (flammable solid, MPK
toluene).
A shop vacuum is used to occasionally drain used oil; however, the vacuum was not labeled
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with the words " Used Oil ". Photo # 8.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-710.401 (6) [40 C.F.R. 279.221], containers and
aboveground tanks used to store used oil at generator facilities must be labeled or marked
clearly with the words " Used Oil. "
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machine Shop Area:
The CNC machine is used to perform operational testing. Used oil and dirty rags are generated
in this area. One SAA was observed at time of the inspection as follows:
One (55) -gallon container with dirty rags was observed to be closed, marked with the words
" hazardous waste ", and with the indication of the hazard of the contents (flammable solid, MPK
toluene).
One closed (55) -gallon container was observed with the words " Used Oil ".
Bushing Installation Area:
Bushing parts are installed in the pipes. One SAA was observed in this area. Dirty rags are
generated from parts cleaning.
One (55) -gallon container with dirty rags was observed to be closed, marked with the words
" hazardous waste ", and with the indication of the hazard of the contents (flammable solid, MPK
toluene).
One 55-gallon container with product solvent.
One 35-gallon container with clean rags.
Incoming Condition Report (ICR) Disposition Inspection Area:
Consists of a visual and dimensional inspection on the parts. Parts are also cleaned with solvent,
generating dirty rags.
One (55) -gallon container with dirty rags was observed to be opened (not properly closed),
marked with the words " hazardous waste ",, and with the indication of the hazard of the
contents (flammable solid, MPK toluene). Photos with drums properly labeled were received by
email on January 31, 2024. Photo # 9.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (4)], which is a
condition of the SAA permit exemption, a container holding hazardous waste must be closed
at all times during accumulation, except: (i) When adding, removing, or consolidating waste;
or (ii) when temporary venting of a container is necessary.
Paint Prep / Paint Shop Area:
This is the paint shop for large parts. The following was observed in this area:
One closed 5-gallon container with used paint rags was observed without labels. Photos with
drums (painted black) used for " trash only " were received by email on January 31, 2024. Photo
# 10.
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Two (55) -gallon containers labeled as non - hazardous waste.
One 55-gallon container labeled as clean rags.
One (55) -gallon container with dirty rags was observed to be closed, marked with the words
" hazardous waste ", and with the indication of the hazard of the contents (flammable solid, MPK
toluene).
One closed (55) -gallon container with paint waste labeled as " Hazardous waste ", and with the
indication of the hazard of the contents (flammable liquid).
One (55) -gallon container with paint filters was observed to be closed, marked with the words
" hazardous waste ". It was observed that the container was not labeled or marked with the
appropriate hazard indicator. Instead, it was labeled with the Class 9 (miscellaneous)
Department of Transportation (DOT) label. Photos with drums properly labeled were received
by email on January 31, 2024. Photo # 11.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (5) (ii)], which is a
condition of the SAA permit exemption, a generator must mark or label its container with the
following: (ii) an indication of the hazards of the contents (examples include, but are not
limited to, the applicable hazardous waste characteristic(s) (i.e., ignitable, corrosive, reactive,
toxic); hazard communication consistent with the Department of Transportation
requirements at 49 CFR part 172 subpart E (labeling) or subpart F (placarding); a hazard
statement or pictogram consistent with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Hazard Communication Standard at 29 CFR 1910.1200; or a chemical hazard label consistent
with the National Fire Protection Association code 704).
Small Parts Shop Area:
This area has an additional chromium plating line and two small paint booths. The small part
shop is used to inspect and clean the small parts using a solvent. The following was observed in
this area:
Three (55) -gallon containers (flammable, MPK toluene with high sludge, paint filters, and
cadmium / chrome / plating / b and H debris) were observed and marked with the words
" hazardous waste ". Two of these containers were not properly closed, and not labeled or
marked with the appropriate hazard indicator. Instead, the containers were labeled with the
Class 9 (miscellaneous) Department of Transportation (DOT) label. One container was not
marked with the indication of hazard of the contents. Photos with drums properly labeled were
received by email on January 31, 2024. Photo # 12.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (4)], which is a
condition of the SAA permit exemption, a container holding hazardous waste must be closed
at all times during accumulation, except: (i) When adding, removing, or consolidating waste;
or (ii) when temporary venting of a container is necessary.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (5) (ii)], which is a
condition of the SAA permit exemption, a generator must mark or label its container with the
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following: (ii) an indication of the hazards of the contents (examples include, but are not
limited to, the applicable hazardous waste characteristic(s) (i.e., ignitable, corrosive, reactive,
toxic); hazard communication consistent with the Department of Transportation
requirements at 49 CFR part 172 subpart E (labeling) or subpart F (placarding); a hazard
statement or pictogram consistent with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Hazard Communication Standard at 29 CFR 1910.1200; or a chemical hazard label consistent
with the National Fire Protection Association code 704).
Assembly Area:
Parts are put together and washed with solvent that generate dirty rags. The following was
observed in this area:
One closed (55) -gallon container with the words " Used Oil ".
Two closed (55) -gallon containers with dirty rags marked with the words " hazardous waste ",
and with the indication of hazard of the contents (flammable solid, MPK toluene).
Two (55) -gallon containers labeled as clean rags.
Two (55) -gallon containers labeled as non - hazardous waste.
Final Inspection Area:
Parts are inspected and cleaned as part of the process. The following was observed in the SAA:
One closed (55) -gallon container with dirty rags marked with the words " hazardous waste ", and
with the indication of hazard of the contents (flammable solid, MPK toluene).
One (55) -gallon container with a funnel on the top, was observed closed and labeled as " MPK
toluene with paint high sludge ", marked with the words " hazardous waste ", and with the
indication of hazard of the contents (flammable liquid).
Two (55) -gallon containers labeled as clean rags.
Two (55) -gallon containers labeled as non - hazardous waste.
Aluminum - Titanium Shop Area:
The facility uses plastic blast and sand blasting to remove paint from the small parts. The
following was observed in the SAA:
One closed (55) -gallon container with aluminum oxide was marked with the words " hazardous
waste " and with the indication of hazard of the contents (toxic).
One closed (55) -gallon container with " bead blast plastic media " was marked with the words
" hazardous waste "; however, it was marked with the incorrect indication of hazard of the
contents. It was labeled with the Class 9 (miscellaneous) Department of Transportation (DOT)
label. Photos with drums properly labeled were received by email on January 31, 2024. Photo
# 13.
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Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (5) (ii)], which is a
condition of the SAA permit exemption, a generator must mark or label its container with the
following: (ii) an indication of the hazards of the contents (examples include, but are not
limited to, the applicable hazardous waste characteristic(s) (i.e., ignitable, corrosive, reactive,
toxic); hazard communication consistent with the Department of Transportation
requirements at 49 CFR part 172 subpart E (labeling) or subpart F (placarding); a hazard
statement or pictogram consistent with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Hazard Communication Standard at 29 CFR 1910.1200; or a chemical hazard label consistent
with the National Fire Protection Association code 704).
Inspectors also observed a container (small pan - Photo # 14) used to collect the bead blast media
under the machine before storage in the satellite accumulation area. The container was opened
and not labeled with the words " hazardous waste " or the indication of hazard of the contents.
This issue was corrected the same day.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (4)], which is a
condition of the SAA permit exemption, a container holding hazardous waste must be closed
at all times during accumulation, except: (i) When adding, removing, or consolidating waste;
or (ii) when temporary venting of a container is necessary.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (5) (i) (ii)], which is a
condition of the SAA permit exemption, a generator must mark or label its container with the
following: (i) the words " Hazardous Waste " and (ii) an indication of the hazards of the
contents (examples include, but are not limited to, the applicable hazardous waste
characteristic(s) (i.e., ignitable, corrosive, reactive, toxic); hazard communication consistent
with the Department of Transportation requirements at 49 CFR part 172 subpart E (labeling)
or subpart F (placarding); a hazard statement or pictogram consistent with the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration Hazard Communication Standard at 29 CFR 1910.1200; or a
chemical hazard label consistent with the National Fire Protection Association code 704).
Narrow Body Assembly Area:
Small parts are assembled and cleaned in this area. The following was observed in the SAA:
Two (55) -gallon containers were observed closed and marked with the words " Used Oil ".
One closed (55) -gallon container with dirty rags marked with the words " hazardous waste ", and
with the indication of hazard of the contents (flammable solid, MPK toluene).
One (55) -gallon container labeled as clean rags.
One (55) -gallon container labeled as non - hazardous waste.
Military Assembly Area:
Military parts are assembled and cleaned in this area. The following was observed in the SAA:
One (55) -gallon container was observed closed and marked with the words " Used Oil ".
One opened (55) -gallon container with dirty rags marked with the words " hazardous waste ",
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and with the indication of hazard of the contents (flammable solid, MPK toluene). Photos with
drums properly closed and labeled were received by email on January 31, 2024. Photo # 15.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (4)], which is a
condition of the SAA permit exemption, a container holding hazardous waste must be closed
at all times during accumulation, except: (i) When adding, removing, or consolidating waste;
or (ii) when temporary venting of a container is necessary.
One (55) -gallon container labeled as non - hazardous waste.
Disassembly Area:
This area is used to wash the large parts using a solvent. The inspector observed the following
satellite containers:
Three closed (55) -gallon containers with (dirty rags, isopropyl alcohol, and MPK toluene liquid)
marked with the words " hazardous waste ", and with the indication of hazard of the contents
(flammable solid and flammable liquid).
One (55) -gallon container was observed with a closed funnel, used to store used oil. The
container was not marked with the words " Used Oil " (Photo # 16). It was labeled the same day.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-710.401 (6) [40 C.F.R. 279.221], containers and
aboveground tanks used to store used oil at generator facilities must be labeled or marked
clearly with the words " Used Oil. "
Blasting / Shot Peen Units Area:
There are two shot peen units in this area. One of the units has three (55) -gallon containers to
collect the waste steel shot and the other one has one (55) -gallon container. The inspectors
informed to the facility that the three containers with the same waste stream cannot be
considered a satellite accumulation area. Instead, it should be considered a central
accumulation area. The containers were observed closed, labeled as " hazardous waste ";
however, they were marked with the incorrect indication of hazard of the contents. Labeled
with the Class 9 (miscellaneous) Department of Transportation (DOT) label. Photos with drums
labeled with the hazard of the content were received by email on January 31, 2024. Photo # 17.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. r. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a)], a generator may
accumulate as much as 55 gallons of non - acute hazardous waste in containers at or near any
point of generation where wastes initially accumulate, which is under the control of the
operator of the process generating the waste, without a permit or without having interim
status, as required by Section 403.722 of the Florida Statutes, Fla. Stat. 403.722 [Section
3005 of RCRA, 42 U.S.C. 6925], and without complying with Fla. Admin. Code Ann. r. 62-
730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.16 (b) or 262.17 (a)], except as required in Fla. Admin. Code Ann.
r. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (7) and (8)], provided that the generator complies with
the satellite accumulation area conditions listed in Fla. Admin. Code Ann. r. 62-730.160 (1) [40
C.F.R. 262.15] (hereinafter referred to as the " SAA Permit Exemption ").
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Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.15 (a) (5) (ii)], which is a
condition of the SAA permit exemption, a generator must mark or label its container with the
following: (ii) an indication of the hazards of the contents (examples include, but are not
limited to, the applicable hazardous waste characteristic(s) (i.e., ignitable, corrosive, reactive,
toxic); hazard communication consistent with the Department of Transportation
requirements at 49 CFR part 172 subpart E (labeling) or subpart F (placarding); a hazard
statement or pictogram consistent with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Hazard Communication Standard at 29 CFR 1910.1200; or a chemical hazard label consistent
with the National Fire Protection Association code 704).
90 Day Central Accumulation Area (CAA):
The inspectors visited the 90 day CAA located inside the building. The area was identified with a
sign that read " Hazardous Waste " and " Chemical Storage Room " at the entrance. This room is
also used to store raw material. However, the " No Smoking Sign " was missing in the CAA. There
was no adequate aisle space between sections. Approximately, twenty - eight (28) containers.
with " Used Oil " or hazardous waste material were observed in this area. The containers were
observed closed, labeled, and dated. The accumulation starting date ranged from November
2023 to December 2023. Photos were received by email on January 31, 2024 showing the " No
Smoking Sign and aisle space between containers. Photos # 18 to # 22.
One (55) -gallon container with used oil was not labeled with the words " Used Oil ".
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 62-710.401 (6) [40 C.F.R. 279.221], containers and
aboveground tanks used to store used oil at generator facilities must be labeled or marked
clearly with the words " Used Oil. "
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. r. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.255], the large quantity
generator must maintain aisle space to allow the unobstructed movement of personnel, fire
protection equipment, spill control equipment, and decontamination equipment to any area
of facility operation in an emergency, unless aisle space is not needed for any of these
purposes.
Pursuant to Fla. Admin. Code Ann. r. 62-730.160 (1) [40 C.F.R. 262.17 (a) (1) (vi) (B)] the large
quantity generator must take precautions to prevent accidental ignition or reaction of
ignitable or reactive waste. This waste must be separated and protected from sources of
ignition or reaction including but not limited to the following: Open flames, smoking, cutting
and welding, hot surfaces, frictional heat, sparks (static, electrical, or mechanical),
spontaneous ignition (e.g., from heat - producing chemical reactions), and radiant heat. While
ignitable or reactive waste is being handled, the large quantity generator must confine
smoking and open flame to specially designated locations. " No Smoking " signs must be
conspicuously placed wherever there is a hazard from ignitable or reactive waste.
The CAA is equipped with an internal communication or intercom system capable of providing
immediate emergency instruction to facility personnel; it is equipped with portable fire
extinguishers, fire control equipment, spill control equipment, and it is equipped with water to
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supply water hose streams.
Universal Waste:
The facility generates universal waste lamps that are stored at another AAR Landing building.
The inspectors did not visit the area, but a photo was received by email on February 8, 2024.
Photo # 23.
12)
Records Review:
After the walkthrough, the inspectors reviewed the following records:
Contingency Plan and Quick Reference Guide (QRG):
The facility maintains a contingency plan (CP) that describes the actions that facility personnel
must take in response to fires, explosions, or any unplanned sudden or non - sudden release of
hazardous waste. The Contingency Plan was last revised on January 22, 2024; the plan includes
the quick reference guide.
The plan describes arrangements agreed to with the local police department, fire department,
other emergency response teams, emergency response contractors, equipment suppliers, local
hospitals, or the Local Emergency Planning Committee. The generator provides evidence that a
Copy of the Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan was submitted to the police department, fire
department, hospital, State and local emergency response teams and the Local Emergency
Planning Committee.
The plan lists the names and emergency telephone numbers for persons identified as
emergency coordinators. The primary emergency coordinator, and the other individuals are
listed in the order in which they will assume responsibility as alternates.
The plan includes a list of all emergency equipment at the facility. The list includes fire
extinguishing systems, spill control equipment, and communications and alarm systems. The
plan includes the location and a physical description of each item on the list, and a brief outline
of its capabilities.
The plan includes an evacuation plan for personnel. This plan describes signal(s) to be used to
begin evacuation, evacuation routes, and alternate evacuation routes.
Waste Manifest and Land Disposal Restriction (LDR) Records:
The inspectors reviewed available hazardous waste manifest records and land disposal
restriction forms for shipments of hazardous waste sent from January 2021 to January 2024.
The last shipment was on January 11, 2024, and the facility used Clean Harbor Environmental
Services (MAD039322250) as the transporter and Clean Harbors Florida LLC (FLD980729610)
was used for the disposal of their hazardous waste.
Used Oil disposed by EMC Oil in Miami Florida. The last shipment was on January 19, 2024.
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Waste Profiles:
Waste profile documents were available for review at time of the inspection.
Training Records:
Training records were available for review at the time of the inspection. Job descriptions for
each employee handling hazardous waste were available for review. Trainings are up to date.
Weekly and Daily Inspection Records:
AAR Landing is conducting weekly inspections of the CAA. The inspectors reviewed the records
of inspections of the CAA from January 21, 2022 to January 22, 2024. The container inspection
log included the date and time of inspection, the name of the staff member conducting the
inspection, any corrective actions taken, and the total number of containers.
Biennial / Annual Reports Record:
The biennial / annual reports for the facility's hazardous waste activities in 2019, 2021 and 2023
were available to review on - site.
13)Closing Conference
After the inspection, the inspectors had their exit briefing with Maria Cordoba, Jason Valdez,
David Barreto, and Ross Neubarth. During the meeting, the inspectors discussed the
observations made during the inspection and the inspection was concluded.
14)List of Attachments
Attachment 1-Photo Log:
Photos taken on: January 23, 2024
Photos taken by: Nereida Hernandez Morales
Photos taken with: Cell Phone
15) Signed
Hernandez Morales DigitalHleryn asndiegznMoerda lebsy,
Nereida
, NereidaDate: 2024.02.28 16: 35: 18-05'00 '
Nereida Hernandez Morales
Life Scientist
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16) Concurrence
Digitally signed
ARACELI by ARACELI
CHAVEZ
CHAVEZ Date: 2024.02.28
17: 01: 14-05'00 '
Araceli B. Chavez
Chief
RCRA Enforcement Section
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Appendix 1-Photo Log
Photos taken on: January 24, 2024
Photos taken by: Nereida Hernandez Morales
Photos taken with: Cell Phone
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EXPIRED CHEMICAL EXPIRED CHEMICAL
SEGREGATED AREA SEGREGATED AREA
DANGER
HAZARDOUS
MATERIAL
STORAGE AREA.
Photo # 1-Cabinet to store the " Expired Chemicals " in the lab
KAS
CZARDOUS
Before
After
Photo # 2-Blasting Area: Residual waste from the machine
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GATING DESCRIPTION
1 GEOKON CAMUN SP
HAZARD CLASS UBOT
HFAEDZEARARL DLOAWU PSRO
HIBITS WASTE
FRONG PUBLIC, CONTACT THE NEAREST IMPROPER DISPOSAL
SENICHVENTAL SAFETY AUTHORITY, OR POLICE THE, OR
PROTECTION AGENCY DAWALY
CAUTION
31179
WAS SHOT
NORA TOXIC WASTE
ZARLOUS DEWAL
LEDA I'l
Before After
Photo # 3-Blasting Area: container labeled with the Class 9 (miscellaneous)
HAZARDOUS
DOO
Blaster Collector - Now with enclosed 55 gal drum
Photo # 4-Blasting Area: opened container, D006 label
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Satellite
4
Waste
Accumulation
Area
HAZARDOUS WAS
Before
Wax
After
Photo # 5-Vapor Degreaser: Container without label
Photo # 6 - - Plating Area: on the back, open container
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crubber
Satellite
Waste
Accumulation
Area
Satellite
Waste
Accumulation
Area
Before
After
Photo # 7-Plating Area: container labeled with the Class 9 (miscellaneous)
FOR
Photo # 8-Machine Shop: shop vacuum used to occasionally drain used oil
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Satele
Accumulon
Area
ICR
Before After
Photo # 9-ICR Disposition Inspection
Trash Cans
Photo # 10-Paint Prep / Paint Shop: 5-gallon container without label
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Caps Sticks
# 1330222 CLEAN
Findure Calas Seca / Vacia RAGS
Ked VADO
the Jacks
11330225
PeTeavana Lates
Mes
Paint Shop
Before After
Photo # 11-Paint Prep / Paint Shop: Container with Class 9 label
Satee
Waste
Small Parts Shop
Before After
Photo # 12-Small Parts Shop:
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4 Waste Satellite
Accumulation
Area
Photo # 13-Aluminum - Titanium Shop
Photo # 14-Aluminum - Titanium Shop: bead blast media
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CAUTION
SATAREEA
LLITE ACCUMULATION VIASTE CAUTION SATELLITE WASTE
DAAR
DAAR GAM OIL HAZARDOUS QAAR
DIRTY 044 CLEARDIRTY RAGS WASTE WASTE
RAGS WASTE OIL HAZARDOUS WASTE
USED OIL ONLY
USED OIL OF
SPILL
KIT
Military Assembly
Before After
Photo # 15-Military Assembly
Photo # 16-Disassembly: Used Oil Container
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Accumulation
Area
Before After
Photo # 17-Blasting / Shot Peen Units
HAZARDOUS WASTE
AND
CHEMICAL STORAGE
ROOM HAZARDOUSWASTE
AND
R LGS
CHEMICAL STORAGE
ROOM
DANGER
DO NOT WARNING ENTER
WARNING
SMOKING
DANGER
DANGER DO NOT ENTER
DO NOT WARNING ENTER
Before
After
Photo # 18-90 day CAA
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Photo # 19-CAA at time of inspection
ross
Photo # 20-CAA Organized
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Photo # 21-CAA Organized
Photo # 22-CAA Organized
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UNIVEWRSAASLT
E
UNIVERSAL WASTE
UNIVERSAL WASTE
STORAGE
AREA
VINVITAS
UNIVERWSAASL
TE
UNIVEWRSAASLT
E
Photo # 23-Universal Waste Lamps
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