In the hazardous waste business, one of the most commonly asked questions by customers is, “Where does this stuff go?” In the past, hazardous wastes were taken to landfills. In 1976, however,Read More…
08Oct/19
26Sep/19
Empty vs. RCRA-Empty: How RCRA Containers Differ
Normally, we’d consider a container one or the other: full or empty. However, if a container has been used to store hazardous waste products, the definition of “empty” changes drastically. Hazardous wasteRead More…
28Aug/19
Negative Effects of Pouring Chemicals Down the Drain
We’ve all been there – using the drains in your home or business to instantly dispose of whatever substance you’re working with is extremely convenient. But when it comes to substances thatRead More…
25Jul/19
What is a Waste Stream Profile?
In order to safely (and legally) transport hazardous waste, one of the many necessary procedures you must follow in order to do so is filling out a waste stream profile. Essentially, thisRead More…
02Jul/19
RCRA Hazardous Waste Definitions: P, U, K, and F-Listed
The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, also referred to as RCRA, was passed in 1976 as regulation for waste management. In the U.S. it is a federal law that requires hazardous wasteRead More…
11Jun/19
Hazardous vs. Non-Hazardous Waste Determination
Hazardous waste determination is an extremely important part of any manufacturing or industrial operations business. Confirming this determination allows you to understand the regulations that apply to your company and the specificRead More…
13May/19
Choosing the Right Hazardous Waste Containers
Best safety practices when managing hazardous waste are crucial to the wellbeing of employees, the environment, and ultimately, your business. Selecting the proper container to store and transport hazardous waste is theRead More…
15Apr/19
Properly Disposing of Aerosol Spray Cans
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that in the United States alone, manufacturing, chemical, and automotive plants account for more than 1.6 billion empty aerosol cans a year. That’s acres upon acresRead More…
18Mar/19
Lab Pack Regulations, Requirements, & Guidelines
Lab packing is the procedure of categorizing, inventorying, packaging, and disposing of small amounts of chemicals, toxics, and laboratory waste. Regulations surrounding packaging and hazardous waste label requirements are very strict andRead More…
26Feb/19
Disposing of Empty Chemical Containers
Labs, pharmacies, hospitals, healthcare providers, and even households use a variety of chemical-based products that generate hazardous chemical waste. How should you dispose of empty chemical containers is governed by environmental lawsRead More…