If someone were to ask you to picture an empty container, chances are you’d probably think of a barrel, bottle, or box with nothing in it. And, in most cases, that would be an accurate depiction of an empty container…. Read More
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Here’s What You Need to Know Before Moving Your Lab
Lab relocation is a complicated procedure with a lot of steps that need to be completed. Not only that, you also have to make sure you understand and comply with rules and regulations surrounding the move, from packing and labeling… Read More
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Understanding the Do’s and Don’ts of Medical Waste Packaging
Medical waste is regulated in a similar way as other classes of hazardous waste. While there are federal guidelines to consider when packaging medical waste, you may be surprised to find that your state has laws that expand on these… Read More
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Clearing Up 4 Myths About Hazardous Waste Handling and Disposal
Hazardous waste management is one of the most important aspects in a lot of industries and should never be treated lightly. Waste can become more dangerous and reactive over time, so having a qualified environmental management team handling the proper… Read More
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How an Environmental Management Company Can Help You with Your Hazardous Waste
Companies that produce hazardous waste know how important proper waste management is to their business. State, local, and federal guidelines concerning hazardous waste management are detailed and numerous. In addition, these regulations are constantly changing and new sets of best… Read More
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4 Hazardous Waste Tests You Need to Know
No matter how proactive you might be about your hazardous waste and storage practices, sooner or later you will find some of this material will be unknown. Whether due to a mistake with poor labeling, improper storage, or another reason,… Read More
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Why Does Your Company Need a Proper Electronics Disposal Service?
In order to stay competitive in the modern age, companies understand that they will need to update their technological hardware from time to time. When your company gets new computers or other technological equipment, what do you do with the… Read More
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Preparing for an Unannounced EPA or State Inspection
All companies and laboratories that deal with hazardous waste need to take the appropriate steps to prepare for planned inspections. However, there will be times when agents show up to your facility unannounced to make an inspection. Advance preparation is… Read More
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Understanding the Final Rule on Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements
The administrator of the EPA signed the final rule on Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements this past October, and implementation of the rule is due to start on May 30, 2017. It is an update to current hazardous waste generator regulations,… Read More
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5 Common Hazardous Waste Violations and How to Avoid Them
All generators of hazardous waste, large and small, have a lot to think about when determining how to manage this waste in a safe, compliant manner. Consider that in the year 2012, hazardous waste incidents caused $16 million worth of… Read More