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Whether your company is upgrading outdated tech, or you are switching to a new model of television in your home, you’re generating hazardous waste!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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3 Ways to Manage a Chemical Spill
One of the most common hazards in your workplace is a chemical spill. While this may not seem likely in a typical office environment, when you are dedicated to handling and disposing of toxic waste, this problem becomes much more… Read More
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How to Deal with Hazardous Material Spills
Hazardous materials can present a tremendous danger to everyone and everything around them. Emergencies such as mishandling, spills, and overflows can also lead to harm, injury, and death. How do you deal with this predicament? Here are some tips to… 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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3 Frequent Generators of Hazardous Waste
Hazardous waste is just a fact of life. Many different industries and businesses create it and store it. The cradle to grave responsibility is something that everyone must stay aware of, no matter what industry they are in, even if… Read More