Button and Coin Battery Safety
Button and Coin battery image Coin-sized and smaller batteries – referred to as button batteries – are commonly found in many household electronics including toys, watches, cameras, games, hearing aids, and even singing or flashing greeting cards. Often overlooked, these flat, round, shiny batteries – hidden in plain sight at home – pose serious health risks for children, particularly toddlers…, If swallowed or placed in the nose or ears, the batteries can cause serious injury or death., A child under 18 visits an emergency room for a battery-related injury every 75 minutes in the United States, according to a recent study. Button batteries were most frequently involved in cases where battery type was identified (85 percent of cases). The study also found that 84 percent of the patients were 5 years old or younger., How to Protect Your Child, Crawling infants, toddlers, and young children often put things in their mouths. Because of this, there are a few things you can do to reduce the risk of accidents., If you think your child swallowed a battery, seek medical attention IMMEDIATELY., When buying, select lithium coin batteries with safety features such as child-secure packaging and a non-toxic bitter coating designed to discourage swallowing. Store your batteries in a secured container in a safe place, out of sight and reach of children. Know what items in your home contain button batteries and lithium coin batteries, including older children’s toys, calculators, and games.…Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are everywhere. Li-ion batteries – the most popular rechargeable batteries – come in multiple sizes and shapes. They power everything from smart phones, laptops, hand-held power tools, and E-bikes to scooters, toys, and electric cars. All batteries can be hazardous and pose a safety risk. Li-ion batteries – which store a large amount of energy in a small space – are…, Use and storage, Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions., Always buy devices and batteries that are certified by, UL, or another testing laboratory., Handle carefully. Do not throw, drop, or tamper with batteries. Check batteries for signs of damage and don't use any that are swollen, dented, torn, or show other signs of damage or wear. Store your batteries in a safe place, out of sight and reach of children. Keep batteries in a dry location at room temperature. Do not leave them in the sun or in a hot or cold car. Check to make sure batteries…, Never place Li-ion batteries in your household garbage or recycling container., Properly recycle Li-ion batteries. Learn more, here, ., Charging, Always follow the manufacturer's instructions., Do not charge batteries for longer than the manufacturer’s recommendation. Overcharging can cause your battery to overheat, which can lead to fire or explosion. Use the battery, cord, and power adapter that came with the device. Always plug directly into a wall electrical outlet. Never leave a battery charging overnight. When charging, never block your primary way in or out of a room/space.…Be Battery Smart - Recycle Right and Safely
Battery image, Batteries can and should be recycled., Batteries contain metals such as mercury, lead, cadmium, nickel, and silver, which can pose a threat to human health and safety as well as the environment. Some batteries (e.g., lithium-ion) also contain cobalt and lithium, which are considered critical minerals, meaning they are essential in our society. When a battery is thrown away, those resources can never be recovered. Improper disposal of…, Where to Properly Recycle Batteries, Many South Carolina counties have household hazardous material collection programs and/or single-day collection events that accept certain types of batteries – both single-use and rechargeable. To determine if your community has access to a program or event, visit Recycle Here SC RecycleHereSC . Rechargeable batteries can be properly recycled at major retailers (e.g., Lowe’s, Best Buy, The Home…, How to Recycle Right, The first rule in managing batteries safely is to, always follow the manufacturer’s instructions, . Here are additional tips on preparing batteries for recycling., Collect and sort your batteries by type, (e.g., lithium-ion, alkaline). Put on latex gloves to avoid any possible contact with powder or acid that can burn your skin. Click here for information about identifying battery types., Tape the terminals., Energy and heat can be generated when the terminals of seemingly dead batteries touch. Use clear packing tape to cover the ends, eliminating the possibility of fire., Tape all button or coin shaped batteries and all lithium batteries, whether rechargeable or single use., Store batteries properly., Whether you immediately drop off batteries for recycling or save them for a later trip, it is important to place them in a safe container. Do not place the batteries in a junk drawer or bag – use a plastic or cardboard container., Isolate any damaged batteries., Store them in their own container. When you drop off batteries to be recycled, let staff know.Paint Stripping, Autobody Shops, Surface Coating
Final Regulation (pdf) (This is the final Federal regulation dated 01/09/2008) Fact Sheet (pdf) (This is a detailed fact sheet describing the regulation) Paint Stripping Brief Summary (pdf) (This is a brief summary of the requirements in the regulation for paint stripping operations) Autobody Refinishing Brief Summary (pdf) (This is a brief summary of the requirements in the regulation for…Plating and Polishing
Final Regulation (This is the final Federal regulation) Plating and Polishing EPA Brochure (This is an informative brochure compiled by the EPA) Plating and Polishing Initial Notification (This is EPA's example of an initial notification) Plating and Polishing Notification of Compliance Status (NOCS) (The EPA's example of an NOCS) Plating and Polishing EPA Brief Summary (This is a summary of…The Expedited Review Program
You May Qualify for a Faster Permit Review, The Expedited Review Program (ERP) for Stormwater Permitting became effective on November 1, 2006. The mission and goal of ERP is to have a project reviewed no later than 10 business days after its chosen review date. The projects chosen for the expedited review program will be placed in a separate line from the normal review projects. "Projects located in coastal counties (, Charleston, Berkeley, Beaufort, Colleton, Jasper, Horry, Georgetown, and Dorchester, ) require a consistent coastal zone consistency determination from, SCDES's Bureau of Coastal Management Management, . Legislation (Section 44-1-165 of S.1263) was passed that allows the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (the Department) to pilot an Expedited Review Program (ERP). Applicants desiring consideration for the expedited review program should indicate by checking the box above Item # I on DHEC Form 2617 (7/2006)-, Notice of Intent for discharges from Large and Small Construction Activities, NPDES General Permit SCR100000., For any questions on ERP, or if you are unable to download any of this information, call the Department at 803-898-4300., Expedited Fees, Caution image 0 - 10 Acre Project $5,000.00 10.1 - 50 Acre Project $7,500.00 50.1 Acres and Above $10,000.00 , Stormwater Contacts, cap A list of State Regulators whose primary responsibility involves Stormwater Discharges. , Final Stabilization, tree Information on when a construction site has reached completion status., Expedited Review Standard Operating Procedures, Expedited Review Agreement and Fee Schedule - SCDES 2618, (This form should only be filled out if you are chosen for expedited review.), Expedited Fees, All Owner/Operators will have already paid the normal $125 NPDES fee plus the $100 per disturbed acre fee (with a maximum of $2000). The expedited fee is in addition to the normal permitting fees. The Expedited Review Agreement and Fee Schedule (along with the appropriate fee) must be submitted to the Department no later than the SWPPP Preparer's arrival at 1:00 p.m. on the project's review day., The Expedited Schedule, Expedited Review Timetable, Event, Review Schedule, Attendance, Deadline for project to be considered for ERP Tuesday by 5 PM (#) N/A Random Selection Thursday N/A Notification of Selection to Program Thursday Afternoon N/A Review #1 Review #2 Monday** Tuesday** Department Review Staff Review #1 Meeting Review #2 Meeting Monday @ 1:00(*)(**) Tuesday @ 1:00(*)(**) SWPPP Preparer and Department Review Staff Additional Information Due 48 hours after Review…, (All Requests Must have an administratively complete NOI), * Must have payment and acceptance letter in hand at this time., ** May be pushed back one day due to state holidays., , Important Criteria & Terms, Expedited Review Terms, Term, Definition, Deadline to be Considered, The deadline to be considered for that week's random selection is by 5 PM on Tuesday of each week. The application must be administratively complete to be considered for that week's random selection., Random Selection, The random selection will take place on Thursday and will consist of all projects that indicated they wished to be considered for ERP and met the 5 PM Tuesday deadline for submitting the project., Notification of Selection to Program, The notification will take place by Thursday afternoon. The Project Owner/Operator and/or SWPPP Preparer will be notified. A written letter will be mailed and faxed to the Owner/Operator as well. The Owner/Operator or SWPPP Preparer will have 1 hour to verbally accept or reject their acceptance to the ERP., Review, The review will take place on Monday for Review #1 and Tuesday for Review #2. The review staff will have until 1:00 p.m. to review the project and have a review letter drafted for the SWPPP Preparer., Review Meeting*, The review meeting is always scheduled at 1:00 p.m. on the day of the review. The SWPPP Preparer must be present. The project Owner/Operator can attend if he/she desires. The meeting cannot begin until payment is presented to cover the expedited review. At this time, the SWPPP Preparer will also deliver the letter accepting the terms of the Standard Operating Procedures., Additional Information Meeting(s), If an additional meeting or additional information is needed, the Owner/Operator and/or SWPPP Preparer must have all information to the Department within 24 hours. It will be assumed that all consultants must be present unless the Department notifies the Owner/Operator the consultant is not needed. This meeting follows the same format as the Review Meeting. *At the review meeting, the Division…, stormwaterexp@des.sc.gov, .Local Regulations
In addition to state and federal Regulations, permit owners will have to ensure that their land disturbing activities comply with any additional county, city or community ordinances that are not covered under State Regulations or through the, NPDES program, . These ordinances vary from site to site and should be addressed in the preliminary site design. Certain local municipalities have recently taken on the role of state and federal permitting authorities through the, MS4 Program, . This program allows for all levels of Regulations to be addressed under one. For example, if a construction project were located within the boundaries of an MS4, the permit applicant would submit their proposal to the associated MS4 rather than SC DHEC to obtain their NPDES coverage. Please contact your local government offices for specific details. To find out if your project is located within…, Where To Apply Link, . checkmark, State Regulations, Learn more about the various, State Regulations, concerning Stormwater Management caution, Federal Regulations, Learn more about the various, Stormwater Rules and Notices, presented by the EPA. Books, MS4 Program, Learn more about the various, MS4 Stormwater Rules and Notices, presented by the EPA.Mailing Lists for NPDES/ND Permits
Overview, The Bureau of Water (Bureau) maintains three different NPDES/ND mailing lists which are used to send interested parties copies of NPDES and ND permit public notices. In order to get on a mailing list, please contact Patricia G. Barnes . The three types of mailing lists are as follows: Individual Facility List County List Statewide List When the Bureau issues an NPDES or ND public notice, a copy…, Individual Facility List, The individual facility list allows an interested party to receive all NPDES and ND public notices on facilities of interest to them. This list is recommended by the Bureau to environmental groups, professional associations, and other citizens with a particular interest in specific facilities. Since NPDES permits are issued for up to five years and ND permits are issued for up to ten years,…, County List, The county mailing list allows an interested party to receive all NPDES and ND public notices on facilities located in counties of interest. This list is recommended by the Bureau to environmental groups, professional associations, and citizens with interest in facilities located in certain counties. People on this list will receive a varying number of notices depending on the counties of…, Statewide List, The statewide list allows an interested party to receive all NPDES and ND public notices on facilities throughout South Carolina. Environmental groups, law firms, engineering firms, professional associations, and state and federal agencies are normally found on this list. People on this list can expect to receive approximately 300 public notices each year., Getting on a Mailing List, To get on one of the NPDES/ND public notice mailing lists, you must give the Bureau your name, affiliation (if applicable), address, telephone number, and which list you want to be on. You may ask to be on more than one list. If you ask to be on the "Facility List," please include the name, county, and, if known, the NPDES or ND permit number of each facility that you are interested in. If you…, Contact, Patricia G. Barnes, , (803) 898-4232NPDES Permit Cancellations and Terminations
Cancellations, The major difference between cancellation and termination of a permit is that a cancellation is carried out with the consent of the permittee while terminations may be effected without the consent of the permittee. The Bureau of Water will cancel an NPDES permit in two situations. The first cancellation situation is when a facility closes and/or eliminates its discharge(s) and the permittee…, Terminations and Denial of Reissuances, In accordance with Section 122.64 of R61-9, the Bureau of Water may, without the consent of the permittee, either terminate an NPDES permit during its term or deny the reissuance of an NPDES permit in the following situations: noncompliance by the permittee with any condition of the permit; the permittee's failure in the application or during the permit reissuance process to disclose fully all…NPDES Permit Program Definitions
"Administrator" means the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency or any employee of the Agency to whom the Administrator may by order delegate the authority to carry out his functions under section 307(a) of the CWA, or any person who shall by operation of law be authorized to carry out such functions. "Applicable standards and limitations" means all State, interstate, and federal…