What needs to be included in a Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan?

A contingency plan will vary slightly for every company, depending on the type and amount of hazardous waste you produce. Whether you’re a small quantity generator or a large quantity generator, you must adhere to the following guidelines:

Assign one or more people to be the emergency coordinator. Include the contact information for this person (or people) within the plan.
Include the location of both emergency equipment and emergency telephones.
Ensure all employees know this plan exists and are familiar with the procedures. (Obviously, an emergency situation is never planned or expected and can arise at any moment. Therefore, all employees need to be prepared and equipped to respond quickly and accurately to minimize safety hazards.)