Mont. Admin. r. 17.50.1508

Current through Register Vol. 1, January 10, 2025

Rule 17.50.1508 - EMERGENCY SPILL RESPONSE AND DECONTAMINATION PLAN - REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

(1) An emergency spill response and decontamination plan must describe, at a minimum, procedures for:

(a) preventing access or exposure to the spill location by unauthorized persons;

(b) the containment of spilled or leaking infectious waste;

(c) the safe repackaging and relabeling of spilled waste or broken or leaking containers; and

(d) reporting the spill or leak to the department and local authorities.

(2) A spill containment and cleanup kit must contain, at a minimum:

(a) absorbent material for spilled liquids;

(b) hospital grade disinfectant;

(c) packaging and labeling supplies;

(d) a shovel, broom, and bucket; and

(e) protective clothing, including gloves, masks, and protective eyewear.

(3) A spill or release of infectious waste during transport, storage, or treatment must be reported to the department within 24 hours of the spill or release.

Mont. Admin. r. 17.50.1508

NEW, 2013 MAR p. 1825, Eff. 10/18/13

75-10-208, MCA; IMP, 75-10-1004, 75-10-1005, MCA;