Section 273.17 - Response to releases(a) A small quantity handler of universal waste must immediately contain all releases of universal wastes and other residues from universal wastes.(b) A small quantity handler of universal waste must determine whether any material resulting from the release is hazardous waste, and if so, must manage the hazardous waste in compliance with all applicable requirements of 40 CFR parts 260 through 272. The handler is considered the generator of the material resulting from the release, and must manage it in compliance with 40 CFR part 262.