Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Investigators often observe violations during Industrial and Hazardous Waste (IHW) compliance evaluations and investigations. Here are some Common Issues: Failure to conduct weekly inspections of the container storage area. Failure to properly label containers of paint and paint related waste managed as universal waste. Failure to close containers of of hazardous waste when not adding or removing waste. Failure to properly date universal waste containers/or maintain a correct record of the accumulation date. Failure to have containers clearly marked and visible with accumulation start date. Failure to have containers labeled “Hazardous Waste”. Failure to Read More »