How much waste does your business generate? It’s something that you will have to take into account when it’s time to begin the disposal process. Proper elimination procedures should be prioritized for two primary reasons: the safety of your employees,… Read More
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How to Classify Different Kinds of Hazardous Waste
Dealing with hazardous waste can be difficult and dangerous. That’s part of why completing all of the necessary paperwork is so important. As important as waste disposal is, you must proceed with caution. This is not a one-size-fits-all scenario. You… Read More
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Looking Forward to the Future of Hazardous Waste Disposal
We often wonder what the future will look like. Self-driving hover cars and trains that can go hundreds of miles in the blink of an eye might still be a little far off, but hazardous waste disposal and management will keep getting… Read More
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Old Electronics: An Unexpected Hazard
Whether your company is upgrading outdated tech, or you are switching to a new model of television in your home, you’re generating hazardous waste! There are many components inside of our electronics that can break down and harm the environment…. Read More
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Tips for Storing Hazardous Waste
Many different industries generate examples of hazardous waste. These same industries and the companies within them are bound by regulations to store and dispose of the waste properly. For many generators, this is easier said than done. Here are some… Read More
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What You Need to Know About Packaging Hazardous Materials
Hazardous materials are always dangerous. Even after they have been decontaminated, they can still pose a risk to everyone and everything around them. Since many smaller businesses will not have the same level of resources as their larger counterparts, safety… Read More
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Chemical Waste Shouldn’t Be Poured Down the Drain!
Emptying chemical bottles doesn’t seem so difficult. In many homes and businesses, chemical waste is disposed of this way. However, this approach is dangerous to people and animals and harmful to the environment as well. Here are some reasons why… Read More
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Are Used E-Cigarette and Vape Components Hazardous Waste?
According to a 2014 report from the Centers for Disease Control, 3.7 percent of adults in the United States use e-cigarette devices. That’s more than 9 million people! E-cigarettes are electronic devices and require all of the protocols that other… Read More
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4 Consequences of Non-Compliant Hazardous Waste Management
Dealing with hazardous waste is a dangerous and messy job. As such, all companies who handle this task must remain in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws regarding proper disposal. When the companies are not in compliance, they… Read More
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Classifying Hazardous Materials
Understanding the classification of hazardous waste is critical for almost any workplace. Regardless of whether you’re working in an office or a factory, it’s likely that there are hazardous materials in your facility that you and your staff need to… Read More