At some point, you will likely be part of a company that has to relocate for one reason or another. One of the things that often gets forgotten during relocation is choosing a good spot for a hazardous waste storage… Read More
Hazardous Waste Generator Categories: Where Do You Belong?
As a hazardous waste generator, it is extremely important that you keep yourself up to date on all rules and regulations that the EPA and your state and local governments dictate. In order to know which of those rules apply… Read More
Guide to Hazardous Materials Packaging
Hazardous materials are just that—hazardous! As a result, it’s incredibly important to get packaging right the first time and not leave anything to chance. If you are shipping in non-bulk hazardous materials shipments, you can choose from three different types… Read More
3 Frustrating Realities of Hazardous Waste Disposal
Hazardous waste disposal is a difficult and dangerous job. Nowhere is this more evident than when you work at a facility that produces massive amounts of waste every month, every week, or even every day. However, even as essential as… Read More
Creating a Hazardous Material Disaster Contingency Plan
Dealing with hazardous materials can be dangerous. You do everything you can to make sure your employees stay safe with regards to equipment and proper protective gear, but what do you do if something goes wrong? You will need to… Read More
Transporting Your Hazardous Materials
Handling hazardous materials involves a lot of responsibilities. These materials can be hazardous to humans, animals, and the environment, and should be handled with care. As such, there are a great many regulations involved in handling and transporting hazardous waste…. Read More
E-Cigarette Components: Hazardous or Non-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
“Emptiness” Standards for Hazardous Waste Containers
Believe it or not, hazardous waste containers aren’t always as empty as they appear. Simply dumping the contents does not necessarily empty something. The EPA has standards that containers must follow in order to be considered truly empty. These standards… Read More
What Will the Future of Hazardous Waste Disposal Look Like?
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… Read More
3 Common Waste Tests Explained
If you have waste materials of unknown identity, there are a variety of tests that can be performed to help identify your waste. Whether your uncertainty is because of faulty labeling, improper storage, or any number of other factors, it… Read More