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EHS Hazardous Waste Standard Global
Published: 7-Mar-19
Effective: 7-Mar-19
Version: 3
Doc ID: 301
Abstract
The purpose of this standard is to define the minimum requirements for the management of hazardous waste and to provide the
foundation for operating procedures that meet or exceed regulatory requirements related to the disposal of hazardous material s.
Contents
1. Purpose ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
2. Scope ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
3. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
4. Terms and definitions ....................................................................................................................................................................... 3
5. Responsibilities.................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
6. Requirements .................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
6.1 Written hazardous waste program (HWP) ............................................................................................................................... 3
6.2 Roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities ............................................................................................................................. 4
6.3 Risk assessment ........................................................................................................................................................................ 4
6.4 Identification and classification of hazardous waste procedure .............................................................................................. 4
6.5 Hazardous waste storage, design, and equipment .................................................................................................................. 5
6.6 Spill response procedure .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
6.7 Communication and escalation procedure .............................................................................................................................. 7
6.8 Emergency response plan ........................................................................................................................................................ 7
6.9 Hazardous waste reduction procedure .................................................................................................................................... 8
6.10 Shipping procedure .................................................................................................................................................................. 8
6.11 Contractual agreements with transportation and disposal vendors ........................................................................................ 9
6.12 Registration .............................................................................................................................................................................. 9
7. Competence and awareness ............................................................................................................................................................. 9
7.1 Training documentation and records ....................................................................................................................................... 9
7.2 Competency review .................................................................................................................................................................. 9
7.3 Training requirements ............................................................................................................................................................ 10
8. Performance evaluation .................................................................................................................................................................. 11
9. Continual improvement .................................................................................................................................................................. 11
10. Reporting ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
10.1 External regulatory reporting ................................................................................................................................................. 11
11. Documented information ................................................................................................................................................................ 11
11.1 End of life of records .............................................................................................................................................................. 11
11.2 Transfer of site responsibility record ..................................................................................................................................... 11
11.3 Document location ................................................................................................................................................................. 11
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12. References ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
13. Change management and document history .................................................................................................................................. 12
14. Appendix ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Appendix A: Hazardous waste determination flowchart (informative) .............................................................................................. 13
Appendix B: Classification and profiling flowchart (informative) ........................................................................................................ 14
Appendix C: Communication and escalation flowchart (informative) ................................................................................................ 15
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1. Purpose
The purpose of this standard is to define the minimum requirements for the management of hazardous waste and to provide the
foundation for operating procedures that meet or exceed regulatory requirements related to the disposal of hazardous materials.
2. Scope
This standard is applicable to Amazon facilities across all geographies unless otherwise stated, including facilities of Amaz on
subsidiaries where Amazon has a majority ownership interest. For Amazon subsidiaries where Amazon has a minority ownership
interest, EHS and Legal shall determine the applicability of this standard for the specific facilities. Newly acquired entiti es included in
this scope shall implement this standard as per the approved launch or acquisition/integration plan.
This standard does not apply to GREF, AWS, and Whole Foods.
In this standard, the words "facility/operation" or "site" may be referenced but the concepts conveyed by this standard apply across
all levels of Amazon.
This standard applies to all Amazon associates and staffing agency associates (dependent contractors). For the purposes of th is
standard, Amazon and staffing agency associates will be referred to collectively as “associates”.
This standard is not intended to supersede or replace any applicable regulatory requirements nor existing Amazon standards. In case
of conflict, the most stringent requirements shall prevail.
3. Introduction
Waste is considered hazardous under environmental regulatio ns when it contains substances, or has properties, that make it
dangerous or capable of having harmful effects on human health or the environment. Hazardous waste can be generated from many
sources, ranging from industrial manufacturing process wastes to discarded, returned, recalled, or expired consumer products (e.g.
rubbing alcohol, household cleaning solvents, drain cleaner, nicotine, batteries, etc.). In addition to the potential human and
environmental impacts businesses can be subject to penalties if they do not comply with regulatory requirements related to
hazardous waste management, disposal, and recordkeeping .
A systematic approach to hazardous waste management is necessary to ensure the protection of all Amazon associat es, contractors,
vendors, and the communities in which we operate from products that, if improperly disposed, have the potential to harm human
health, property, and the environment.
This standard was developed in conjunction with Legal based on a review of country regulations in the countries where Amazon
does business. It provides the minimum standards for a hazardous waste program for all Amazon facilities/operations under global
operations. Where the country or local regulations require higher standards than described, it is expected that each
facility/operation in each geographical location will develop and follow procedures that will meet those higher standards.
Refer to the Global EHS Hazardous Materials/Chemical Storage Standard (401) for inventory hazardous materials storage
requirements.
4. Terms and definitions
Refer to Global EHS Glossary.
5. Responsibilities
Refer to GEMS Management Standard.
6. Requirements
6.1 Written hazardous waste program (HWP)
Plan, develop, implement, and maintain a written Hazardous Waste Program (HWP) that defines specific criteria/requirements an d
procedures to control the operations and activities related to hazardous waste. The written program shall address the following, at a
minimum:
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a) roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities;
b) risk assessment;
c) identification and classification of hazardous waste;
d) hazardous waste storage, design, and equipment;
e) spill response;
f) hazardous waste reduction;
g) shipping;
h) contractual agreements with transportation and disposal vendors;
i) competence and awareness; and
j) continual improvement.
6.1.1 Country-specific procedure template for hazardous waste management (CPT)
Each business/geo unit shall create and fully adopt country-specific procedure templates (CPT) addressing all the requirements
outlined in this standard to ensure compliance to country/local regulations. The CPT shall:
a) be specific to the country hazardous waste requirements where it has facilities;
b) have requirements that meet or exceed the requirements outlined in this standard;
c) identify the waste storage handling requirements of incompatible products and materials;
d) be written in the native language(s) where the procedures will be used;
e) be as complete as possible with only site specific information omitted; and
f) be approved, published, and communicated to all applicable facilities by each business/geo unit.
6.2 Roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities
Assign, communicate and document roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities of all personnel involved in the planning and
implementation of the HWP including, but not limited to facility/operations top management, EHS managers or business assigned
EHS representative, engineering, maintenance, facilities, Amazon risk management, supervisors, competent persons, and associates.
6.2.1 Top management/leadership and commitment
Refer to GEMS Management Standard.
6.2.2 Worker participation and consultation
Ensure participation and consultation with all affected associates on the management and control of risks associated with their
work, including communication methods and training.
6.3 Risk assessment
In conformance with the risk assessment requirements in the Global EHS Risk Management Standard, a competent person shall
facilitate the process for performing risk assessments of all hazards, ensuring a broad range of persons are involved including
representatives from those persons affected by the hazard. If required a technical SME may need to be involved. The risk
assessment shall draw upon information from associate participation and consultation as well as previous risk assessments of
operations that have taken place. It shall be reviewed regularly to ensure that it remains fit for purpose.
a) develop a health and safety hazard register;
b) develop an environmental aspect and impact register;
c) perform a risk assessment of each hazardous waste hazard identified in the aspect-impact register;
d) identify legal and other requirements related to hazardous waste; and
e) identify controls for each hazard based on the hierarchy of control.
6.4 Identification and classification of hazardous waste procedure
Provide a detailed process on how to properly identify and classify hazardous waste, and profile it appropriately for disposa l. Each
facility/operation shall keep records of how hazardous waste is classified (e.g. generator knowledge, analytical testing) and waste
profiles shall be kept as record.
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An example flowchart for hazardous waste classification is provided in Appendix A. See Appendix B for an example of a classification
and profiling process flowchart.
6.5 Hazardous waste storage, design, and equipment
All hazardous waste shall:
a) be stored in such way to prevent unexpected chemical reactions between incompatible chemicals, for example flammables
and oxidizers, acids and bases; and
b) be profiled per section 6.4 of this standard. Any unknown material or substance that cannot be immediately characterized
and profiled shall be stored separately and in a safe manner from other hazardous materials.
Identify all risks and requirements for the storage of hazardous waste materials while on site, including any satellite accumulation
areas.
6.5.1 Storage exemption – Very small quantity generators (VSQG) of hazardous waste
Any site that generates less than 200 pounds or 90.72 kilograms a month and do not hold the waste on site for more than 14 days is
exempt from section 6.5 of this standard, provided that the site has an accurate and reliable method for determining and recording
volume of waste, meets all other conditions outlined in this standard , and manages hazardous waste to the conditions outlined
below:
a) Store hazardous waste on an impervious surface that is not adjacent to a floor drain or other point of discharge to the
outdoor environment;
b) Secure the storage area against unauthorized access;
c) Ensure each storage container is in good condition, compatible with the material being stored in it, and label it “Hazardous
Waste”;
d) Retain records of the type and quantity of waste generated, and the date and method of treatment, recycling , or disposal;
e) Obtain receipts when waste is self-transported, or keep copies of manifests for shipments sent off-site using an authorized
hazardous waste disposal company; and
f) Have a spill kit with proper PPE readily available and inspect the spill kit weekly to ensure that it is in good condition and
has all required supplies. All weekly inspections shall be documented and retained per section 11 of this standard.
6.5.2 Hazardous waste main/central storage area
The hazardous waste storage area shall comply with Amazon WW Real Estate Design Standards, and, at a minimum:
a) be designed in such a way that aisle space is sufficient to allow the unobstructed inspection of containers and movement of
personnel, fire protection equipment, spill control equipment, and decontamination equipment to any area of facility
operation in case of an emergency;
b) not exceed the maximum amount of hazardous waste that can be stored on -site as defined by local fire and building
regulation, unless authorized through a valid permit or license;
c) not exceed the Maximum Allowable Quantity (MAQ) for each hazard class defined in the EHS Hazmat Storage Standard,
where located outside of a designated and permitted hazardous material storage room. Reference Amazon WW Real Estate
Design Standards to ensure conformance;
d) be secured to prevent unauthorized access. This may be accomplished through a combination of engineering controls such
as barriers (gates, fences, and cabinets), and being located inside a restricted room (e.g. badge access only); and
e) meet all local fire and building code requirements.
6.5.3 Satellite accumulation areas
Hazardous waste satellite accumulation areas shall:
a) be at or near the point of generation;
b) be under the control of the operator(s) generating the waste, and inspected on a weekly basis;
c) be identified with signage as a satellite accumulation area;
d) comply with requirements for containers found in section 6.5.4 of this standard;
e) provide secondary containment;
f) meet all local fire code requirements; and
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g) not accumulate more than 55 gallons (208 L) of hazardous waste at any one satellite accumulation area.
1) Once at 55 gallons (208 L), the hazardous waste shall be moved to the central/main hazardous waste storage area
within 3 days.
2) Hazardous waste collected at one satellite accumulation area cannot be moved to another satellite accumulation
area, and shall be moved directly to the main/central storage area.
6.5.4 Containers
Hazardous waste containers shall:
a) meet all necessary requirements to keep hazardous waste contained in a safe and secure manner (i.e. sealed with proper
covers1);
b) be marked according to country regulations; and
c) be disposed of as hazardous waste if they have held hazardous waste (i.e. residual container) unless the container is
considered “empty” and no longer hazardous as defined by the country regulations.
6.5.5 Signage
The storage space shall have, at a minimum, the following signage fully visible:
a) “Hazardous Waste Area” sign;
b) no smoking sign; and
c) emergency contact information posted.
6.5.6 Safety equipment
The hazardous waste storage area shall have, at a minimum, the following safety equipment and information easily accessible:
a) eye wash station;
b) safety shower;
c) secondary containment that prevents release of hazardous material to storm drains or the environment;
d) personal protective equipment (PPE);
e) portable fire extinguishers, fire control equipment of the appropriate class (including special extinguishing equipment, such
as that using foam, inert gas, or dry chemicals); and
f) spill control and decontamination equipment.
6.5.7 Communication equipment
The hazardous waste storage area shall have the following communication equipment, at a minimum:
a) an internal communications or alarm system capable of providing immediate emergency instruction (voice or signal) to site
personnel; and
b) a device, such as a telephone (immediately available at the scene of operations) capable of summoning, either directly or
indirectly through security, emergency assistance from local police departments, fire departments, or local emergency
response teams. Due to inconsistent signal a cellular phone cannot serve as the sole communication equipment.
6.5.8 Hazardous waste main and accumulation storage area inspections
The hazardous waste storage area shall be inspected weekly to ensure conformance with the HWP and compliance with all country
regulations. The inspections shall encompass at a minimum:
a) all hazardous waste is contained in a safe and secure manner;
b) condition of containers, i.e. undamaged and appropriate to contain the designated hazardous waste;
c) all hazardous waste containers are closed except when adding or removing waste;
d) labeling of containers;
e) waste profiles of hazardous waste in each container;
f) signage is available and easily readable;
g) emergency contact information posted;
1 Containers are considered closed and sealed when all lids, gaskets, and locking rings are in place and secured.
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h) all safety equipment is maintained and in working condition;
i) appropriate PPE is available and in good condition;
j) necessary communication equipment is available and in working condition; and
k) training records and manifests are complete and easily retrievable.
6.6 Spill response procedure2
Develop and maintain a hazardous waste spill response procedure that addresses the following:
a) Responsible personnel: Outline which group(s) of personnel within the site are trained and tasked to coordinate assessment
and cleanup of spills. Communication and responsibilities among personnel shall be aligned with Section 6.7;
b) Assessment: Outline the steps to be taken by responsible personnel to assess whether the spill may be cleaned internally or
if external assistance is required (e.g. emergency support);
c) Spill control: Provide a process for containment of the spill to prevent entry into the environ ment (e.g. drains to
waterways);
d) Spill response: Provide a plan for the containment of the spill (e.g. source isolation, material recovery) and regulatory
reporting requirements if spilled material enters the environment. See Section 6.8;
e) Classification guidance: Provide guidance to responsible personnel on classification of the spilled product to determine
when the material is a hazardous waste;
f) Safety guidance: Provide guidance to responsible personnel on safety requirements, including PPE, for cleanup of
hazardous waste from a spill event;
g) Waste guidance: Provide guidance to responsible personnel on the safe storage, profiling, and containerization of
hazardous waste from a spill event; and
h) End of response: Define the requirements for closing out an event. This may include a procedure of approving the
decontaminated area for re-entry, as well as recordkeeping or reporting requirements of the spill event.
6.7 Communication and escalation procedure3
Include a communication and escalation procedure for hazardous waste events that addresses the following:
a) Definition of the terms “communication” and “escalation”;
b) Responsible personnel: Outline which group(s) of personnel within the facility are trained and responsible for any
communication, escalation, and response;
c) Sequence: Outline the flow of the communication and escalation in the form of a flowchart, see Appendix C;
d) Format: Detail how the communication and escalation will take place (e.g. phone call, email, etc.);
e) Response time: Define the maximum response time to any communication or escalatio n for all responsible personnel;
f) Training: Detail the level of training each responsible personnel shall receive in regards to hazardous waste communicati ons
and escalations; and
g) Escalation process: Detail the process for all escalations, including escalation path, response time, and corrective actions.
6.8 Emergency response plan4
Plan, develop, implement, and maintain a written emergency preparedness and resp onse plan (EPRP) that addresses scenarios
related to hazardous waste, conforms with the Global EHS Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Fire Prevention Standard , and
addresses the following:
a) Spill control: Describe the actions facility personnel shall take in response to any unplanned sudden or non -sudden release
of hazardous waste or hazardous waste constituents to air, soil, or surface water at the facility;
b) Outside agency coordination: Describe arrangements agreed to by local police departments, fire d epartments, hospitals,
contractors, and state and local emergency response teams to coordinate emergency services;
2 Existing spill response procedures already implemented will meet the requirements if they cover, or are modified to cover, the topics in this section
3 Existing communication and escalation procedures already implemented will meet the requirements if they cover, or are modified to cover, the topics in this
section.
4 Existing emergency response plans already implemented will meet the requirement if they cover, or are modified to cover, the topics in this section
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c) Responsible personnel: List names and phone numbers (office and home) of all persons qualified to act as emergency
coordinator, and ensure the list is kept up to date. Where more than one person is listed, one shall be named as primary
emergency coordinator and others shall be listed in the order in which they will assume responsibility as alternates ;
d) Safety equipment: Include a list of all emergency equipment at the facility (such as fire extinguishing systems, spill control
equipment, communications and alarm systems (internal and external), PPE, and decontamination equipment), where this
equipment is required. This list shall be kept up to date. In addition, where required by law, include the location and a
physical description of each item on the list, and a brief outline of its capabilities ; and
e) Evacuation procedure: Include an evacuation procedure for facility personnel. This procedure shall describe signal(s) to be
used to begin evacuation, evacuation routes, and alternate evacuation routes (in cases where the primary routes could be
blocked by releases of hazardous waste or fires).
6.9 Hazardous waste reduction procedure
Develop and maintain a hazardous waste reduction procedure detailing the responsibilities of the sites to reduce hazardous waste
which shall be consistent with the following:
Fig. 1: Hazardous waste reduction guideline
6.10 Shipping procedure
Develop and maintain a hazardous waste shipping procedure. Identify and document requirements to ensure the facility/operation’s
compliance with transportation regulations.
6.10.1 Packaging and labeling
Identify and document the proper packaging and labeling requirements for shipment over the road before transporting hazardous
waste or offering hazardous waste for transportation. Site procedure shall include the following:
a) Responsible personnel: Only trained personnel shall package and label hazardous waste for transportation.
b) Packaging guidance: All pre-transport hazardous waste packaging requirements in accordance with transportation
regulations.
c) Labeling guidance: All pre-transport hazardous waste labeling requirements in accordance with transportation regulations.
d) Shipping paper guidance: Only trained and authorized personnel shall prepare and sign shipping papers.
e) Placarding guidance: All requirements for placarding a truck for hazardous waste and Amazon requirements for ensuring
that the truck is properly placarded before leaving the site.
6.10.2 Manifests
Require a shipping manifest for hazardous waste shipments per country regulations. If there are no country specific requiremen ts,
the following shall apply, at a minimum:
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a) Properly trained associates shall complete and sign a shipping manifest before the hazardous waste is removed from the
premises.
b) Retain a copy of the document and provide the original and required copies to the transporter.
c) One copy shall be provided to the disposal site who shall sign the manifest and return the original document to the site
within 30 days, i.e. “Certificate of Destruction”.
d) The returned and signed manifest shall be retained per section 11 of this standard, unless country specific regulations
require longer, and be readily available upon request.
e) If required by local regulations, report to local authorities any incident where a signed manifest has not been returned from
the disposal vendor.
6.11 Contractual agreements with transportation and disposal vendors
Include the following minimum requirements for engaging new hazardous waste transporters and disposal vendors.
6.11.1 Vendor approval process
a) Perform vendor due diligence for all contracted functions of the hazardous waste di sposal process. These functions include
transportation, transfer facilities, subcontractors, and final disposal facilities;
1) identify the responsible person who will perform vendor due diligence;
2) conduct a review of the vendor compliance history for the past 3 years; and
3) obtain a list of facilities and their applicable permits provided by the vendor.
b) The hazardous waste disposal vendor shall only use pre-approved hazardous waste disposal facilities and
licensed/permitted transportation vendors per due diligence;
c) Insurance requirements;
d) Audit requirements; and
e) Communication procedure and requirements of notification between Amazon and the vendor .
6.11.2 Vendor contract duration
Define a standard time period for hazardous waste vendor contract renewals and bid process .
6.11.3 Vendor safety plan
All vendors shall provide a copy of their vendor safety plan to each site serviced. Such plan shall detail hazardous assessme nts for
tasks conducted on site.
6.11.4 Vendor audit procedure
If during the term of the contract a vendor requests to use additional disposal sites or transfer facilities, a site visit is recommended
to the new site(s) to confirm regulatory requirements are met. Conduct due diligence as outlined in the vendor approval process for
all new and additional disposal and transfer facilities regardless of whether a site visit has been conducted or not.
6.12 Registration
Identify and comply with any and all requirements for registering with local authorities for hazardous waste operations as it pertains
to the management, handling, storage, and packaging of hazardous waste.
7. Competence and awareness
Develop a process to determine the competence and awareness needed for the development, implementation, maintenance, and
continual improvement of the facility/operation specific HWP.
7.1 Training documentation and records
Retain training documentation and records as evidence of competence per section 11 of this standard.
7.2 Competency review
Ensure effective management, through root cause analysis and corrective actions, of Amazon associates identified as not meeting
the level of competency and awareness required for the implementation of the HWP.
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7.3 Training requirements
All associates shall be trained in hazardous waste management and emergency response procedures as applicable to their area of
responsibility. This means any associate whose actions or inactions could result in violations of hazardous waste or other ap plicable
environmental regulations shall be included in the training program.
Table 1: Hazardous waste training matrix
Job Title Job description Type Training content Required
frequency
Affected
Associates
Partially or fully perform
any of the following
functions:
Identifying,
characterizing, and
profiling
Packing and storing
waste
Transferring hazardous
waste onsite
Marking and labeling of
containers
Loading or transporting
hazardous waste
Managing residual
containers
Managing documented
information
Acting as an emergency
coordinator
Responding to
accidental releases
Reporting releases of
hazardous constituents
Assisting with routine
compliance issues
Awareness
General Awareness
Categories of hazardous waste or specific chemicals
Methods and observations used to detect the
presence or release of hazardous chemicals
Hazard control measures, including specific
procedures
GHS labeling requirements
Safety data sheets (SDS), including the order of the
information and how to obtain and use the hazard
information
Spill response procedure
Emergency response procedure
Communication and escalation procedure
Waste identification and classification
How to identify hazardous waste, including what
information is required about a product to identify if
it is a hazardous waste per the regulation
Hazardous waste characteristics and listings
How to determine proper waste profiles
Steps to take and resources available when the
proper classification or profile for a potential
hazardous waste is unclear
Procedures for weekly inspection of waste storage
area and satellite accumulation areas
Proper handling and storage
GHS labeling requirements
How to record and track hazardous waste generation
Proper segregation of hazardous waste per waste
profiling procedure
Length of time the waste may be stored on site
Proper PPE
Location and use of the emergency communication
system in the hazardous waste storage area
Initial on
assignment
Annual
refresher
Authorized
Associates
Packaging, labeling, and
shipping of hazardous
waste
Authorized Transportation regulations for shipping hazardous
waste
Proper container selection for the material that is
being shipped
Labeling and placarding requirements based on the
material that is being shipped
How to properly fill out shipping papers
Initial on
assignment
Annual
refresher
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Table 1: Hazardous waste training matrix
Job Title Job description Type Training content Required
frequency
Submittal of shipping papers to regulatory agencies,
where required
8. Performance evaluation
Develop, implement, and maintain a site or business specific procedure for monitoring, measurement, and evaluation of the
elements of the HWP in conformance with the performance evaluation requirements in the GEMS Management Standard.
9. Continual improvement
Plan, develop, implement, and maintain a process to ensure the continual improvement of the HWP in conformance with the
continual improvement requirements in the GEMS Management Standard.
10. Reporting
In addition to the reporting obligations noted above and the Incident Reporting and Investigation Global EHS Standard, each
facility/operation must report on the progress of implementing the standard in the EHS data management system (e.g. Gensuite).
10.1 External regulatory reporting
Ensure all external government reports are completed and submitted in a timely fashion to the appropriate regulatory agency.
11. Documented information
At a minimum, the following records shall be kept on file for the time period specified unless country specific r egulations require a
longer retention period.
Table 2: Documented information retention schedule
Record type Retention period minimum
Weekly inspections of the HW main and accumulation storage area records Two years
Disposal records
Three years5
Shipping records
Training records
Waste profiling records
Transfer of site responsibility records
Regulatory reports Five years
11.1 End of life of records
All hazardous waste documentation is considered company sensitive information and shall be destroyed using a confidential
destruction process, such as on site shredding or using a confidential document destruction company.
11.2 Transfer of site responsibility record
When transfers of hazardous waste management responsibility occur at a site, i.e. between the personnel responsible for managing
hazardous waste, the site shall complete a document providing record of the transfer. The transfer of site responsibility record shall
be retained for three (3) years.
11.3 Document location
Outline where the following documents are maintained and readily available for retrieval upon request:
a) current HWP procedures;
b) trained personnel and training documentation for each ;
5 Training records shall be retained for three years past the trainees’ tenure in hazardous waste management responsibilities
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c) vendor safety plan;
d) approved vendor listing, including services provided;
e) approved disposal site vendor listing;
f) weekly inspection records of hazardous waste storage area ;
g) completed hazardous waste manifests; and
h) transfer of site responsibility record
12. References
EHS Glossary Terms and Definitions Global https://w.amazon.com/bin/view/EHS_GEMS_Wiki/EHSGlossary/
GEMS 101: EHS GEMS Management Standard Global
GEMS Wiki: EHS Metric Definitions Handbook Global
GEMS 103: EHS Incident Reporting and Investigation Standard Global
GEMS 104: EHS Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Fire Prevention Standard Global
GEMS 106: EHS Risk Management Standard Global
GEMS 401: EHS Hazardous Materials/Chemical Storage Standard Global
ISO 45001:2018 Occupational health and safety management system
WW Hazardous waste example forms (manifests, vendor safety plan, and transfer of responsibility form)
https://w.amazon.com/bin/view/WW_Hazardous_Waste_Forms/
WW Hazardous waste regulations matrix: https://w.amazon.com/bin/view/WW_HW_Regulations/#Attach ments
WW Hazardous waste wiki: https://w.amazon.com/index.php/WW Hazardous Waste Program
WW Real Estate Design Standards: https://w.amazon.com/index.php/Worldwide_Real_Estate_Design_Standards
13. Change management and document history
Should you wish to request a change (addition/amendment/removal of any detail) to this standard, or if you wish to formally
request a deviation, please submit a request via the Global EHS Standards SIM ticketing system (http://tiny.amazon.com/g0abf7is)
Table 3: Document change history
Author Technical
reviewer
Authorized by Version Description Published Effective Next
review
Kati Ollikainen Curtis Patton Megan Tranter 1 Initial document 1-Aug-17 1-Aug-18 1-Aug-20
Stephanie Berliant Zulina Zakaria Megan Tranter
Kedric Payne
2 1. Scope updated to exclude Whole Foods.
2. Author and technical reviewer names
corrected; V2 edited by Stephanie Berliant and
reviewed by Zulina Zakaria.
22-Jun-18 1-Aug-18 1-Aug-20
Siddarth Malhotra
Vijeta Hegde
Zulina Zakaria
Aysegul
Hasircioglu
Megan Tranter
Kedric Payne
3 Changes were made to the following sections
due to an internal GEMS review against
ISO45001:2018 requirements
1. Section 4 and 12- Updated link to EHS
Glossary.
2. Section 6.2 -Changed “define” to “Assign
,communicate and document roles,
responsibilities, and accountabilities”
3. Section 6.2.2- Added “participation” under
Worker Participation and Consultation.
4. Section 6.3- Included consultation and
participation of workers facilitated by an SME.
5. Section 12- Added reference to ISO
45001:2018.
6. Removed gap assessment table (previously
Appendix A); it is now available as Audit
Protocols on GEMS Self-Assessment Tool-
Gensuite.
7-Mar-19 7-Mar-19 1-Aug-20
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14. Appendix
Appendix A: Hazardous waste determination flowchart (informative)
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Appendix B: Classification and profiling flowchart (informative)
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Appendix C: Communication and escalation flowchart (informative)