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Hazardous Waste Disposal for Rarer Classes of Hazardous Waste

Hazardous Waste Disposal for Rarer Classes of Hazardous Waste

All hazardous waste poses dangers to the environment, animals, and people that come in contact with it, and this waste stream requires special hazardous waste disposal steps. However, there are some less common classes of hazardous waste that are particularly dangerous, and people creating, handling, storing, or disposing of this waste need to be aware of the extra precautions that should be taken to be fully safe and legally compliant. With that in mind, the following are some less common classes of hazardous waste and how to safely dispose of them.  

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Build an Effective Hazardous Waste Disposal Program for Pharmacies

Build an Effective Hazardous Waste Disposal Program for Pharmacies

Pharmacies produce a variety of waste types, and it’s imperative that they give forethought and planning to their hazardous waste disposal programs. Without that careful thought and consideration, pharmacies could find themselves out of compliance with federal and state laws, which brings with it a laundry list of potential consequences. The best course of action, therefore, is to thoroughly learn what’s required of you as a pharmacy and then reach out to reputable, experienced hazardous waste disposal companies to take care of those waste management needs.  

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Hazardous Waste Management Plan for Your School: 4 Important Steps

Hazardous Waste Management Plan for Your School: 4 Important Steps

If you are in charge of your university or school’s hazardous waste stream, it’s incredibly important you have a sound and legally compliant hazardous waste management plan. Depending on the severity of the offense, noncompliance brings with it any number of unpleasant consequences, from fines to loss of university accreditation to legal action. With that in mind, the following provides an overview of the steps involved in creating and following a fully compliant plan.  

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Beware of Inexpensive Hazardous Waste Removal Companies

Beware of Inexpensive Hazardous Waste Removal Companies

If you generate hazardous waste in your industry, it’s vitally important that you choose from your potential hazardous waste removal companies carefully. Jumping at the lowest price could have big ramifications for you—financial and otherwise. After all, when you generate hazardous waste, you assume cradle to grave liability, and if you choose to work with a less-than-reputable hazardous waste disposal company, you could still be liable for anything unsafe that occurs involving your waste.  

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Hazardous Medical Waste Disposal: A Step-by-Step Guide

Hazardous Medical Waste Disposal: A Step-by-Step Guide

If your clinic or medical facility produces any hazardous medical waste, you probably already realize there are specific rules and legal regulations that dictate how that waste needs to be handled. If you’re confused or unclear about even one of these steps, read the following list carefully. If you still feel you need guidance or want help with any given step, contact your local hazardous waste removal companies for more personalized information.  

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Atlanta Hazardous Waste: Important Tips for Disposing of RCRA Metals

Atlanta Hazardous Waste: Important Tips for Disposing of RCRA Metals

When people think of hazardous waste, they often imagine large containers bubbling over with oozing, neon sludge, but hazardous waste actually comes in many different forms and categories. One such lesser-known category is RCRA metals. There are eight of them, and if you suspect your Atlanta business, manufacturing plant, or property has this kind of contamination, you will need to get in contact with a reputable local hazardous waste management company to correctly identify and then subsequently deal with that issue.

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What Is the RCRA Law, and How Does It Affect My Georgia Company?

What Is the RCRA Law, and How Does It Affect My Georgia Company?

Hazardous waste is one of the most highly regulated waste streams, and if you even think your Georgia-based company is generating any, it’s imperative you’re familiar with the RCRA law. Compliance is federally mandated, and being unaware or uninformed about RCRA regulations is never a viable legal excuse for not properly disposing of any hazardous waste you generate. To avoid fines, other penalties, and putting anyone (or anything) in contact with that waste in jeopardy, make sure you’re fully versed in RCRA and how it applies to your Georgia company.  

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Doctors’ Offices—Watch for Extra Fees with Your Medical Waste Services

Doctors’ Offices—Watch for Extra Fees with Your Medical Waste Services

  If you currently work in a doctor’s office that generates medical waste and requires you use medical waste services to identify, handle, transport, and/or dispose of that waste, there are some extra costs, financial penalties, and surcharges to be aware of. While some of these fees are industry standard, others are actually avoidable—if you know what type of medical waste management companies to use.  

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How to Choose a Medical Waste Management Company in Georgia

How to Choose a Medical Waste Management Company in Georgia

Finding the right medical waste management company can seem overwhelming. Many factors contribute to this decision, and choosing an inexperienced, unprofessional, or unethical company can lead so some dire consequences—financial or otherwise. Whether you’re in or around Atlanta or any other Georgia city, the following are some tips to help make this process of choosing a Georgia waste management company less stressful and more successful.  

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What Are MSDS Sheets and SDS Sheets and Why Are They Important?

What Are MSDS Sheets and SDS Sheets and Why Are They Important?

In the medical waste management and environmental waste management arenas, rules and regulations regarding proper waste disposal are often changing. One such area that has recently undergone a significant change relates to MSDS sheets. While this used to be the proper terminology, everything has now shifted to SDS sheets.  

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