Rules and Records for Generators Manifesting and Transporting Used and Scrap Tires
This document outlines the rules and records mandated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for managing used and scrap tires. It covers generator responsibilities, transporter obligations, and documentation requirements under Title 30 TAC, Chapter 328. The guidance includes requirements for tire storage, transportation, and manifests, ensuring compliance and environmental safety. For technical assistance, one-on-one help, and compliance tools, contact TCEQ representatives to ensure adherence to regulations and proper tire management practices.
Rules and Records for Generators Manifesting and Transporting Used and Scrap Tires
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Rules and Records for Generators Manifesting and Transporting Used and Scrap Tires Jaime Garza, Will Wyman, and Jonathan Diaz Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
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TCEQ Tire Rules. Title 30 Texas Administrative Code (TAC). • Chapter 328 Subchapter F: Management of Used and Scrap Tires. • Generators • Transporters • Scrap Tire Facilities • Tire Storage Facilities • Transportation Facilities
Generator Requirements • Generator §328.53 - An entity, except a scrap tire energy recovery facility and a scrap tire recycling facility, that is a fleet operator, is an automotive dismantler, or is a whole new or used tire retailer, wholesaler, manufacturer, recapper or retreader. • 30 TAC §328.56(b) Each Generator shall be responsible for ensuring that used or scrap tires or tire pieces are transported by a registered transporter to an authorized facility.
Generator Requirements • 30 TAC §328.56(c) • Each Generator shall use manifests, work orders, invoices or other records to document the removal and management of all scrap tires generated on-site.
Generator Requirements • 30 TAC §328.58 (a) Generator Responsibility • Generators shall maintain a record of each individual load of used or scrap tires or tire pieces hauled from their business location. • The record shall be in the form of a 5-part manifest or similar documentation as approved by the ED.
Generator Requirements • 30 TAC §328.58 (a) Generator Responsibility • Generator shall document on the manifest generator name, address, telephone number, number of tires removed, and registration number, if applicable. • Representative of the generator shall sign the manifest.
Generator Requirements 328.56 • Registration required if storing more than 500 tires outside or 2,000 tires in trailers • Good used tires intended for sale to the consumer: • sorted, marked, classified, and arranged in an organized manner.
Other Generator Requirements 328.56 • Tires stored outdoors are monitored for vectors and control measures are utilized every two weeks (water out, covered, documented). • Generators can self transport to an authorized facility, or between it’s own business locations without a registration.
Transporter Requirements • Transporters must register with the TCEQ* • Keep Records for three years • Submit an annual report each year
Transporter Requirements 328.57(c) • Transporters shall maintain records using a manifest system; • Each transporter shall be responsible for ensuring that used or scrap tires or tire pieces are transported to an authorized scrap tire facility; • Each transporter shall notify the generator of any changes to the manifest. A written notification must be received by the generator within two weeks of any changes.
Manifest Requirements 328.58(b) • Transporter shall complete the information on the manifest pertaining to the transporter name, registration number, driver’s license number, and the state where the license was issued. • The transporter shall record the number and location of all whole used or scrap tires removed from the load and delivered.
Manifest Requirements 328.58(b) • Transporter shall maintain a manifest record of each individual collection and delivery. • If the transporter removed, for beneficial reuse, tires from an individually manifested load, the transporter shall return the original manifest to the generator within 60 days of the date of collection.*
Authorized Facilities 328.53 • Authorized Scrap Tire Facility • Registered scrap tire storage site • Scrap tire facility (processor, recycler, energy recovery) • Landfill • LRPUT • Beneficial Use Projects (guidance, process or storage)
TCEQ Approved Manifest 328.58 • The record shall be in the form of a five-part manifest or other similar documentation approved by the executive director. • The use of alternate manifest need approval in writing from scrap tire program
Summary • Generator’s of Scrap and Used Tires • Manifest all tires • Use a registered transporter* • Monitor tires at least once every two weeks • Never store more then 500 scrap tires on the ground
General Information on Scrap Tire Management • Ms. Cynthia Hackathorn • 817/588-5817 http://www.tceq.texas.gov/compliance/tires/
NEED CONFIDENTIAL HELP Contact: • Jonathan Diaz 956-389-7428 Jonathan.diaz@tceq.texas.gov • Imelda Pena 956-389-7427 Imelda.pena@tceq.texas.gov
