1. (a) Except as provided for in (b), this article shall apply only to a handler, as defined in section 66260.10, who meets the following criteria:

   1. (1) Had an active Identification Number, issued in California by either the U.S. Environmental Protectional Agency or by the Department, at any time during the prior calendar year; or
   2. (2) Was a handler of hazardous waste in California at any time during the prior calendar year.

2. (b) This section does not apply to any of the following:

   1. (1) A handler with an Identification Number for a site on tribal land;
   2. (2) An occupant of a household that generates only household hazardous waste, as defined in section 66260.10;
   3. (3) A handler with an Identification Number issued for the purpose of an emergency response for a geographical area identified in a state of emergency proclamation by the Governor pursuant to California Government Code section 8625.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 25205.5.3, 25205.5.4 and 58012, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 25205.16, Health and Safety Code.

History

1. New article 4 (sections 66260.400-66240.410) and section filed 1-27-2025 as an emergency; operative 1-27-2025 (Register 2025, No. 5). Pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 25205.5.4, this is a deemed emergency and this emergency regulation shall remain in effect until repealed by the Department of Toxic Substances Control.