Chemical Waste Disposal
What Everyone Should Know About Preventing Natural Gas Explosions
May 15, 2024
This blog entry discusses basic safety issues relative to natural gas and propane. Q&As include: What is natural gas? Why […]
March 20, 2024
Hazardous waste in educational institutions poses significant health and safety risks. To combat these dangers, schools must adhere strictly to waste regulations by training staff, conducting regular inspections, and maintaining proper storage and disposal protocols.
Continue readingMarch 7, 2024
The boating industry, spanning manufacturing to repair, produces a variety of waste that can often be hazardous. This blog explores the different types of hazardous waste generated, particularly hazardous air pollutants (HAPs), and offers guidance on their safe and legal disposal.
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This blog delves into recent revisions in PFAS disposal guidelines, covering its definition, dangers, reporting rules, and latest changes. It addresses common queries regarding PFAS and offers guidance on compliance and assistance resources.
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Delve into the realm of RCRA 8 metals with this informative blog entry. From arsenic to silver, uncover the toxicity of each metal and the legal obligations for their management from generation to disposal. Discover EPA limits for landfills and get expert advice on handling hazardous waste.
Continue readingJanuary 23, 2024
This post explores the benefits of waste reduction initiatives, particularly focusing on lowering EPA generator status for hazardous waste. It covers various strategies like controlling material inputs, waste-stream consolidation, recycling, and reusing spent solvents, highlighting their ecological and economic advantages.
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Environmental challenges and legal considerations surrounding the disposal of kerosene, gasoline, and diesel fuels. Addressing common questions and concerns, we provide insights into proper storage durations, alternative disposal methods, and the overall guidance from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Continue readingDecember 20, 2023
Understanding EPA's "cradle-to-grave" is vital for effective hazardous waste management. Our post details this responsibility, covering compliance, generator ID, transporter rules, EPA/DOT overlaps, and facility criteria. Contact Hazardous Waste Experts for service.
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In the shift to energy-efficient LED tech, proper disposal of retired fluorescent tubes and lamps is crucial. Our post explores key aspects, including reasons for the change, widespread use of fluorescent lighting, economic factors, legal considerations, and safe disposal options.
Continue readingNovember 29, 2023
Hazardous waste concerns related to power cell and battery disposal, covering topics such as the distinction between a "cell" and a "battery," the disposal of common household power cells as universal waste, and the challenges of recycling end-of-life automotive EV batteries.
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