Did you know that mercury waste can permanently damage the nervous system? According to the Maine Department of Environmental Protection, it is estimated that 630,000 children are born in the United StatesRead More…
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5 Common RCRA Compliance Violations
The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) of 1976 was set forth by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to govern hazardous wastes from cradle to grave. The Act covers theRead More…
14Sep/20
What To Do With Household Hazardous Waste
Did you know that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) considers a large number of household products to be hazardous? These materials are considered hazardous waste because they exhibit characteristics that canRead More…
28Aug/20
The Basics of Hazardous Waste
In 1976, the legislation called the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) was passed in the United States. It set up the framework for proper waste management. RCRA’s goal is to ensureRead More…
10Aug/20
The Anatomy of a Hazardous Waste Label
In order to stay in compliance, it is imperative that your chemical waste is labeled correctly. It may be difficult and frustrating to navigate federal and state regulations for hazardous waste labelRead More…
Lab Relocation: 5 Things You Need to Know
When building a new facility, often relocating a lab is not at the forefront of contractor’s or management’s minds. Not only do you need to pack and label chemicals for transportation, but all regulations must also be taken into account to ensure you are in compliance along the way during a lab relocation. Continue reading