Rule Interpretation Memos (RIMs) for Waste Management Regulations
The TCEQ Waste Rule Interpretation Team existed from 1999-2003 to address questions regarding state and federal waste rules. All interpretations made by the Waste Rule Interpretation Team were documented in rule interpretation memos (RIMs).
Who developed RIMs?
The Waste Rule Interpretation Team consisted of representatives from the Environmental Law; Litigation; Policy and Regulations; Field Operations; Enforcement; Registration, Review & Reporting; Remediation; and Waste Permits divisions of the TCEQ.
Why were RIMs issued?
The RIMs documented agreements among various parts of the TCEQ regarding the interpretation of certain rules. The process helped ensure consistency in permitting, enforcement, and other areas affected by these rules.
RIMs for specific waste rules
Federal rules (Title 40 Code of Federal Regulations)
- Hazardous Waste Management System
- 40 CFR 260.10 – RIM 260-10.001, Applicability of wastewater treatment unit definition to tank systems transporting wastewater off-site via barge. [February 15, 2001]
- 40 CFR 260.10 – RIM 260-10.002, Applicability of wastewater treatment unit definition to a container used to convey sludge from a filter press to a sludge dryer. [August 13, 2003]
- 40 CFR 260.10 – RIM 260-10.001, Applicability of wastewater treatment unit definition to tank systems transporting wastewater off-site via barge. [February 15, 2001]
- Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste
- 40 CFR 261.21 – RIM 261-21.001, Applicability of RCRA to compressed gases from containers. [September 11, 2001]
- 40 CFR 261.21 – RIM 261-21.001, Applicability of RCRA to compressed gases from containers. [September 11, 2001]
- Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities
- 40 CFR 265.193 – RIM 265-193.001, Determine if teflon bags meet secondary containment requirements for ancillary equipment. [October 31, 2000]
- 40 CFR 265.193 – RIM 265-193.001, Determine if teflon bags meet secondary containment requirements for ancillary equipment. [October 31, 2000]
State rules (Title 30 Texas Administrative Code)
- Industrial Solid Waste and Municipal Hazardous Waste
- 30 TAC 335.6 – RIM 335-6.001, Notification requirements for waste generated by used oil processors. [August 26, 2002]
Contacting us about RIMs
Please contact us at wastperm@tceq.texas.gov if you have questions or comments about these RIMs.
