Hazardous Waste—Have a Hazardous Waste Manifest or Bill of Lading
When it comes to hazardous waste, it’s pivotal that you know exactly what paperwork is required for you to properly and safely dispose of that waste. If you’re not completely familiar with both hazardous waste manifests and bills of lading, you could be filling out your paperwork incorrectly—and that leaves you vulnerable to fines and other punitive actions against your institution.
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Start Properly Disposing of Your Unused and Expired Medications Today!
The EPA Acting Administrator signed the final rule, titled, “Management Standards for Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals and Amendment to the P075 Listing for Nicotine” on December 11, 2018 and it was published in the Federal Register (FR) on February 22, 2019.
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Pharmacies: How to Dispose of Expired Medication
If you run a pharmacy, it’s critical you know all the steps necessary for proper pharmaceutical waste disposal. Failure to be fully compliant with local, state, and federal laws could result in massive fines, and any noncompliance could also present big environmental and safety concerns. The risks and consequences are high, so if you’re at all unsure about your Georgia pharmacy’s compliance, read on!
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Waste Management Requirements for Pharmaceutical Waste
Relatively new to the waste management arena, pharmaceutical waste presents a “new frontier” for hazardous waste collection and disposal. Most often generated by hospitals and pharmacies, pharmaceutical waste presents a unique set of challenges due to the complexity of its varied waste stream and evolving understanding of its impact on human health and the environment.
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The Downside of Sleeping in a Dumpster
A 44-year-old man in Fremont survived two cycles of compaction in a garbage truck after the dumpster he was sleeping in was emptied into the garbage truck. He eventually climbed out of the garbage truck, where the garbage collectors discovered him as he...
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Squiggly Wiggly Worms
One of the most promising recent developments is research into whether mealworms can survive on a diet of Styrofoam and other polystyrene compounds.
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Beware of Cheap Hazardous Waste Removal Companies
When you generate hazardous waste, you need to dispose of it properly – and that can be costly. It can be tempting to choose a lower price in order to keep your costs down. But the cheapest option isn’t always the best one, especially when you’re choosing...
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From Paper to Digital – Now What?
Many companies have made the transition from hard copy documents to digital files, while others are in the process of converting paper to pixels. There are several benefits to be realized from making the conversion. However, once the conversion is made, the issue of...
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