No. 30988: R315-316. Infectious Waste Requirements

DAR File No.: 30988
Filed: 02/14/2008, 11:52
Received by: NL

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

The Solid and Hazardous Waste Act, in Section 19-6-105 allows for rules relating to the collection, transportation, processing, treatment, storage, and disposal of infectious waste. Rule R315-316 sets these standards for facilities that collect, transport, process, treat, store and dispose of infectious waste. Subsection 19-6-108(9)(b) requires that solid waste management be done in a way that protects public health and the environment. Rule R315-316 sets standards that will assure that public health and environmental protection are maintained.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

Proposed changes to the rule were published in September 2003 and December 2006. No comments were received during the two comment periods. No comments in support or opposition to the rule were received during the last five-year-review period.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

Rule R315-316 sets standards for the management of infectious waste. This waste can present special risks or require special handling which are set forth in Rule R315-316. When these standards are obeyed it will assure that these waste do not present an unacceptable risk to public health or the environment. Therefore, this rule should be continued.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Environmental Quality
Solid and Hazardous Waste
288 N 1460 W
SALT LAKE CITY UT 84116-3231

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

Ralph Bohn at the above address, by phone at 801-538-6794, by FAX at 801-538-6715, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Authorized by:

Dennis Downs, Director