University Of South Carolina
Department of Environmental Health and Safety
Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB) Management Program
Table of Contents:
PCB Management Program ......................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.1.
PCB Regulation .................................................................................................................................................................. 2
1.1.1.
Electrical equipment containing PCBs is classified in the following manner: ............................................................... 2
1.1.2.
Liquids (that are not used in electrical equipment) containing PCBs are classified as follows: ................................... 2
1.1.3.
Spill Material (that are not used in electrical equipment) containing PCBs are classified as follows: ......................... 2
1.2.
Transformers ..................................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.2.1.
PCB Locations ............................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.2.2.
PCB Labeling ................................................................................................................................................................. 3
1.2.3.
PCB Inspections ............................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.2.4.
PCB Sampling ................................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.2.5.
PCB Servicing and Retrofil ............................................................................................................................................ 4
1.2.6.
PCB Leaks and Cleanup ................................................................................................................................................ 4
1.3.
PCB Ballasts ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3.1.
Ballast Handling ............................................................................................................................................................ 5
1.4.
PCB Laboratory Waste ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.4.1.
Waste Handling Procedures ......................................................................................................................................... 5
1.4.2.
Waste Disposal ............................................................................................................................................................. 5
1.4.3.
PCB Marking ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Appendix A .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
PCB Inspection Checklist for Transformers ................................................................................................................................. 8
PCB Inspection Checklist for Laboratories .................................................................................................................................. 9
PCB Marks ................................................................................................................................................................................ 100
Appendix B....................................................................................................................................................................................... 111
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1. PCB Management Program
1.1. PCB Regulation
Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) are regulated by the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA ) of 1976 and
The Code of Federal Regulations (40 CFR, part 761). PCB’s are very stable and remain in the environment
for a long time. Additionally, they have been found to be extremely hazardous to human health.
Because of their stability and other chemical properties, PCBs have been widely used in electrical
equipment. The following are examples of items that may contain PCBs:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Transformers
Capacitors
Vacuum pumps
Switches
Voltage Regulators
Fluorescent light ballasts
1.1.1. Electrical equipment containing PCBs is classified in the following manner:
PCB – Equipment containing fluid with a concentration of 500 ppm or greater is considered
PCB equipment
PCB-Contaminated - Equipment containing fluid with a concentration of 50 ppm but less than
500 ppm is considered PCB contaminated equipment
Non-PCB - Equipment containing fluid with a concentration of less than 50 ppm non-PCB
equipment
1.1.2. Liquids (that are not used in electrical equipment) containing PCBs are classified as follows:
PCB – Liquid with a concentration of 50 ppm or greater is considered PCB liquid
Non-PCB – Liquid with a concentration of less than 50 ppm is considered PCB contaminated
equipment, but is still regulated by TSCA
Non-Detectable – Liquid with a concentration of less than 2 ppm is considered nondetectable
1.1.3. Spill Material (that are not used in electrical equipment) containing PCBs are classified as
follows:
Liquid spills containing any amount of PCBs are regulated by TSCA and must be disposed of as
PCB waste.
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1.2. Transformers
1.2.1. PCB Locations
The University of South Carolina has four transformers that are contaminated with PCBs. They are
located at the following areas:
1. Columbia Hall
2. West Energy
3. East Coliseum
4. West Coliseum
1.2.2. PCB Labeling
Each transformer that contains greater than 500 ppm PCBs must be labeled with a mark that
identifies it as a PCB containing item. (Appendix A)
Any drum containing greater than 50 ppm PCBs must be labeled with a mark that identifies it as a
PCB containing item. A sample of the PCB mark may be found in appendix A
Additionally, the entrance into any area where PCB items are contained must be labeled with a PCB
mark. These markings must be easily visible when entering the area.
1.2.3. PCB Inspections
All PCB Transformers must be inspected monthly for leaks. All inspections must be documented on
the PCB Inspection Form (Appendix A), and maintained on site for three (3) years.
All PCB equipment that has been taken out of service and will be reused must be inspected at the
same frequency as an in-service item. All inspections must be documented on the PCB Inspection
Form (Appendix A), and maintained on site for three (3) years.
All PCB items that have been taken out of service and are being stored for disposal must be
inspected every 30 days. All inspections must be documented on the PCB Inspection Form
(Appendix A).
1.2.4. PCB Sampling
The University will sample all PCB containing transformers annually. Initial sampling will be done on
each transformer to determine the PCB levels at each sampling port. After sampling, analysis
results will be analyzed to determine which sampling port yields the highest PCB concentration.
The PCB management plan will be revised at that time with the relative concentration of PCBs at
each sampling port. Future samples will be taken from the port with the highest PCB levels to
ensure that 500 mg/kg (ppm) PCBs is not exceeded.
All samples will be analyzed by a licensed analytical laboratory. Gas chromatography is the
preferred EPA method for PCB analysis.
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1.2.5. PCB Servicing and Retrofill
If a transformer exceeds a concentration of 500 ppm it must be marked as a PCB transformer. The
University currently has no PCB transformers. In order to prevent reclassification of any
transformer as a PCB transformer, each transformer will be retrofilled as soon as the PCB level
exceeds 400 ppm.
Upon completion of retrofilling, if sampling results indicate that the PCB concentration has been
reduced to less than 50 ppm the transformer may be reclassified as a non-PCB item. Once this has
been achieved with successive retrofilling, each transformer will be retrofilled as soon as the PCB
level exceeds 40 ppm to prevent that transformer from being reclassified as a PCB contaminated
item.
In order to continue to improve our environmental compliance, all servicing activities that are done
to PCB items, including draining, refilling, topping off and retrofilling must be done with fluid that
contains no PCBs.
1.2.6. PCB Leaks and Cleanup
Any leaking PCB or PCB-Contaminated electrical equipment must be repaired or replaced
immediately. Until the repair or replacement is accomplished, any leaking fluid must be contained
and daily inspections must be done to verify that full containment is being achieved. During an
active leak, any drains or other areas where PCB oil may enter the environment must be completely
sealed to prevent environmental impact.
The initial inspection in which the leak was detected, all measures that were taken to contain the
leak, all activities that were performed to repair the leak and all follow-up inspections must be
documented on the PCB Inspection Form (Appendix A).
Any liquid that spills from a PCB or PCB contaminated transformer must be cleaned up immediately
using vermiculite and a shovel or scoop. All spill materials must be contained in a bucket or other
leak-proof container. Each container into which spill clean-up waste is placed must be marked with
the following information:
1.
2.
3.
4.
The words “PCB spill clean-up materials”
The name of the person who generated the waste
A contact phone number of the individual(s) who cleaned up the spill.
The place where the spill occurred and the waste was collected.
All materials from the clean-up must be disposed of as PCB waste. Contact Environmental Health
and Safety or the hazardous waste manager for instructions regarding disposal. (Appendix B)
1.3. PCB Ballasts
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Ballasts and light fixtures that are attached to ballasts may contain polychlorinated bi-phenyls (PCBs) and
are regulated under the Toxic Substance Control Act. These items must be collected and recycled.
1.3.1. Ballast Handling
Ballasts must be handled in a way that prevents the release of any material into the environment.
When handling ballasts take the following precautions:
1. Don Personal protective clothing (PPE), including the following:
a) Nitrile or neoprene gloves.
c) Goggles or face shield.
The following types of ballasts must be collected for recycling:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
PCB Ballast
Non PCB Ballasts
Capacitors
4ft - 2 bulb Lamp Fixtures
4ft - 4 bulb Lamp Fixtures
8ft - 2 bulb Lamp Fixtures
8ft - 4 bulb Lamp Fixtures
HID Fixtures
Note: Please see the Universal Waste Management Plan, document number EHS-M-025, for
further information regarding ballast collection and handling. Please contact the Hazardous Waste
Manager for a copy of this plan. (Appendix B)
1.4. PCB Laboratory Waste
1.4.1. Waste Handling Procedures
Laboratory personnel may not handle or generate PCB waste at a concentration greater than 50
mg/kg.
All PCB materials must be contained in secondary containment that is adequate to hold the entire
volume of the PCB container. The container that is used for this purpose must be resistant to PCBs
and any other chemicals that may be applicable.
1.4.2. Waste Disposal
Prior to disposal all PCB containing waste must be analyzed to determine the concentration of PCBs
in mg/kg in the waste container. This analysis may be done through knowledge of process or it may
be done through a certified laboratory.
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PCB concentration must be provided in writing when releasing the PCB containing waste to the
waste disposal team.
Contact the Hazardous Waste Manager for disposal of all laboratory waste that contains PCBs.
1.4.3. PCB Marking
The entrance into any area where PCB items are contained must be labeled with a PCB mark.
(Appendix A) These markings must be easily visible when entering the area.
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Appendix A
Forms and Labels
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PCB Inspection Checklist for Transformers
Inspector’s Printed Name
Inspector’s Signature
Date
Inspection Criteria
Is the transformer free of leaks?
Is the area around the transformer free of any uncapped drain valves, open
floor drains, floor expansion joints, open sewer drains or any other openings
that would allow potential leaks to escape?
Are the drain valves, floor drains, expansion joints, sewer lines or other
openings blocked from potential leaks?
Is the flooring free of cracks?
Does the area have adequate roofing and walls to prevent storm water
from entering?
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Yes
No
N/A
Yes
No
N/A
Yes
No
N/A
Yes
No
N/A
Yes
No
N/A
PCB Transformer Inventory
SERIAL # AND CONTAINER IDENTIFICATION #
PCB CONT /
NON-PCB
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SN – 40923 / Columbia Hall Basement (196 gals)
PCB
CONTAMINATED
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SN – H886513 / West Energy Facility Basement (320 gals)
PCB
CONTAMINATED
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SN – PCR-60101 / USC Coliseum West (1,790 gals)
PCB
CONTAMINATED
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SN – PCR-60111 / USC Coliseum East (1,790 gals)
PCB
CONTAMINATED
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SN – PCV-0535-01 / School Of Nursing (226 gals)
PCB
CONTAMINATED
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SN – G855748 / Thomas Cooper Library (385 gals)
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SN – PDV-1108-01 / Gambrell Hall ( 207 gals )
DATE ON LABEL
NON-PCB
PCB
CONTAMINATED
Explain any negative responses or corrective actions that were taken:
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PCB Inspection Checklist for Laboratories
Principle Investigator
Inspector’s Printed Name
Laboratory/Room Number
Inspector’s Signature
Phone Number
Date
Inspection Criteria
1.
2.
3.
4.
Is the container closed?
Is the container free of leaks?
Is the container stored in secondary containment?
Is the secondary containment vessel in good condition and free of cracks and
holes?
5. Is the secondary containment vessel adequate to contain 100% of the volume of
the PCB container?
6. Is the area around the container free of any drain valves, floor drains, expansion
joints, sewer lines or other openings that would allow potential leaks to escape?
7. Are the drain valves, floor drains, expansion joints, sewer lines or other openings
blocked from potential leaks?
8. Is the flooring free of cracks?
9. Does the area have adequate roofing and walls to prevent storm water from
entering?
10. Are PCBs and PCB-Contaminated items disposed of within one year of the date
they were placed into storage?
Yes
No
N/A
Yes
No
N/A
Yes
No
N/A
Yes
No
N/A
Yes
No
N/A
Yes
No
N/A
Yes
No
N/A
Yes
No
N/A
Yes
No
N/A
Yes
No
N/A
Explain any negative responses or corrective actions that were taken:
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PCB Signs
Large PCB Mark
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Appendix B
Contact Information
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Contact Information
USC Environmental Health and Safety
Environmental Compliance Officer
Roddy Whitaker
803-777-2839
803-521-5323 Cell
rwhitake@mailbox.sc.edu
Hazardous Waste Manager
Wesley Seigler
803-777-1935
803-727-5706 Cell
seiglerw@mailbox.sc.edu
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