FAQ: Is it required that the three letter prefix to the manifest tracking number be marked on a packaging of hazardous waste for off-site transportation?

The actual question was: Does the “JJK” designation by law have to follow the manifest number on a hazardous waste drum label? The questioner made some assumptions here that I must correct before I can properly answer the question. U.S.…

Distribution of the Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest in California

In an earlier article I summarized the responsibilities of a hazardous waste generator for the completion and distribution of the Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest (Manifest).  Read: Use and Distribution of the Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest.  That article dealt only with…

Marking of a Hazardous Waste Container for Off-Site Transportation

Marking of a Hazardous Waste Container for Off-Site Transportation

In an earlier article I explained all of the new marking and labeling requirements for all stages of hazardous waste management (central accumulation area, satellite accumulation area, preparation for off-site transportation, 10-day transfer site, and treatment, storage, and disposal facility…

FAQ: Is DOT certification required for a person to provide information in section 14 of the Safety Data Sheet?

Since the advent of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) – formerly known as the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) – there has been some confusion regarding the use of and authorization of section 14 of the SDS, entitled: Transportation Information. …

The Sixteen (16) Sections of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

The Global Harmonization System (GHS) is a product of the United Nations that embodies an international approach to hazard communication using an agreed upon criteria for classifying hazardous chemicals and a standardized method to communicate the hazards through use of container labels and Safety Data Sheets…

When the Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods is not required

When the Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods is not required

Most shipments of a dangerous good by air will be subject to the dangerous goods regulations of the International Air Transport Association (IATA). One of the shipper responsibilities of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations is the completion of the Shipper’s…

FAQ: What is acute aquatic toxicity in California?

Acute aquatic toxicity is one of eight subsections of the characteristic of toxicity identified by the California Department of Toxic Substances and Control (DTSC).  If a discarded material displays the characteristic of acute aquatic toxicity – and no other Federal…

FAQ: Are soaps and detergents a non-RCRA Hazardous Waste in California?

FAQ: Are soaps and detergents a non-RCRA Hazardous Waste in California?

The answer is yes. If they fail the aquatic toxicity test. Contact me with any questions you may have about the generation, identification, management, and disposal of hazardous waste Daniels Training Services, Inc. 815.821.1550 Info@DanielsTraining.com https://www.danielstraining.com/ Below is the text…

On-Site Accumulation and Off-Site Transportation of Spent or Used Lithium Batteries

Lithium cells and batteries pose a variety of risks due to their potential for an uncontrolled chain reaction resulting in heat and fire. When discarded they display the characteristic of Reactivity as defined by USEPA (and states) and are therefore…