Performance Standards
KDHE requires proper storage and disposal of drycleaning solvent and drycleaning
wastes. K.A.R. 28-68-3 references the hazardous waste regulations and explains
the additional requirements for drycleaning facilities. The perchloroethylene
and petroleum users guides and self-inspection checklists accessible from
this page summarize the regulations that affect Kansas drycleaners, but please
read the full regulations carefully. To obtain them, contact KDHE at the
address given below. KDHE inspectors visit facilities to ensure compliance
with the performance standards. Failure to comply with these standards may
result in issuance of administrative penalties as defined below.
The Kansas
Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP) administered
by Kansas State University and KDHE have designed a compliance
calendar to aid drycleaning facility managers to document weekly
and bi-weekly inspections, as well as hold other environmental-related
documents (e.g. solvent tickets). Contact SBEAP at (800) 578-8898
to request a calendar.
Penalties
Any person violating the provisions of the Kansas Drycleaner
Environmental Response Act may be subject to an administrative
penalty in an amount not to exceed $500 for every violation.
Closed Facilities
Each owner or operator of a drycleaning facility that ceases
operation for 45 continuous days shall remove all drycleaning
solvents and drycleaning wastes from the facility not later
than 45 days after the last day of operation. Written extensions
may be considered by KDHE for extenuating circumstances.
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