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

   1. (a) preventing access or exposure to the spill location by unauthorized persons;
   2. (b) the containment of spilled or leaking infectious waste;
   3. (c) the safe repackaging and relabeling of spilled waste or broken or leaking containers; and
   4. (d) reporting the spill or leak to the department and local authorities.

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

   1. (a) absorbent material for spilled liquids;
   2. (b) hospital grade disinfectant;
   3. (c) packaging and labeling supplies;
   4. (d) a shovel, broom, and bucket; and
   5. (e) protective clothing, including gloves, masks, and protective eyewear.
3. (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.

Authorizing statute(s): 75-10-208, MCA

Implementing statute(s): 75-10-1004, 75-10-1005, MCA

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