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
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
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
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
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
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
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
What is P-Listed Hazardous Waste?
P-Listed waste is considered to be “acutely toxic” material. This means that the EPA defines it, more or less, as pure waste that is being disposed of. The chemical waste must have come from medication but was a component that… Read More
3 of the Most Common Hazardous Waste Violations
As dangerous as it is to handle hazardous waste, it stands to reason that violations would happen with startling regularity. However, that doesn’t mean you need to be blamed for them. With the assistance of the experts at AEG Environmental,… Read More
The Definition of Hazardous Waste
Working with hazardous waste at close range gives you a new perspective on what and your employees do. Sometimes, telling the difference between hazardous waste and non-hazardous waste can be more difficult than you expect. If you’re unsure of what… Read More