Does the facility completely drain used oil filters and/or used fuel filters before disposal?
Yes–Facility completely drains filters (i.e., no visible signs of free-flowing oil remain) prior to disposal. √ No–Facility does not completely drain filters prior to disposal. N/A–Facility does not generate used oil or fuel filters. How does the facility manage/dispose of used oil filters? Recycle–Filters are recycled for scrap metal. √ Service–Facility contracts with a service which takes filters. √ Trash–Filters are disposed of in the dumpster (e.g., not segregated from other waste such as paper, plastics, food, etc.). Other–Method of disposal is not listed above. Note: The facility may be out of compliance. N/A–Facility does not generate used oil filters. Does the facility inspect used oil filter storage areas for oil spills and leaks? The automotive repair shop should regularly inspect all areas where oils are received, stored and changed. Use one of the following indicators to identify oil spills: (1) sheen on water, (2) stained soil, (3) lack of vegetation, or (4) visibl
