Cal. Code Regs. tit. 14 § 17896.22

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 17896.22 - Dust Control
(a) The operator shall take adequate measures to minimize the creation, emission, or accumulation of excessive dust and particulates, and prevent other safety hazards to the public caused by obscured visibility. The operator shall minimize the unnecessary handling of wastes during processing to prevent the creation of excessive dust. Measures to control dust include, but are not limited to: reduced processing, periodic sweeping and cleaning, misting systems or ventilation control. One or more of the following may be an indication that dust is excessive:
(1) safety hazards due to obscured visibility; or
(2) irritation of the eyes; or
(3) hampered breathing;
(4) migration of dust off-site.

Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 14, § 17896.22

1. New section filed 11-10-2015; operative 1-1-2016 (Register 2015, No. 46).

Note: Authority cited: Sections 40502, 43020 and 43021, Public Resources Code. Reference: Sections 40053, 43020 and 43021, Public Resources Code.

1. New section filed 11-10-2015; operative 1/1/2016 (Register 2015, No. 46).