DTSC aids in investigation as CPI International, Inc. is fined $135,000 for illegal disposal and treatment of #hazardouswaste The Department of Toxic Substances Control’s Office of Criminal Investigations (OCI) played a crucial role in an investigation that led to CPI International, Inc. having to pay $135,000 in civil penalties for illegal disposal and treatment of hazardous waste. CPI, which manufactures laboratory supplies, was operating out of a residence in Santa Rosa. During a June 30, 2011, investigation, CPI employees were found collecting waste water in containers and storing it in unmarked tanks on a neighbor’s property. The waste water was from a process of making paper filters for laboratory use.... Click the link to read the full story!
Posted on: Fri, 25 Jul 2014 15:35:45 +0000