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With over 200,000 serviced locations nationwide; we provide simple, scalable and cost-effective hazardous waste disposal services for businesses and healthcare facilities of any size. Healthcare facilities are regulated by multiple state and federal entities which further complicates the scope of services needed to ensure compliance. PureWay's hazardous waste specialist will review your needs and propose options that address all of your state, federal and municipal requirements.
Hazardous waste is regulated by multiple government entities but the primary federal agency that defines the requirements is the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Hazardous waste has been defined by the EPA as being a waste with properties that make it dangerous or capable of having a harmful effect on human health or the environment. This waste can come in many forms including liquids, gases, sludges and solids.
PureWay’s Hazardous Waste Disposal Services:
If a waste is listed under any of the F, K, P or U lists found in title 40 of the code of Federal Regulations (CFR) then that waste is classified as hazardous and must be disposed of as such.
P and U Listed Wastes
P and U listed hazardous waste are mainly commercial grade formulations of a certain type of chemical which is being disposed of. Waste that will be classified as P or U listed waste must meet three criteria defined by the epa:
A commercial product by EPA’s definition is a chemical that is either 100% pure, commercial grade or the sole active ingredient in a chemical formulation.
P-list and U-list waste table – 40 CFR section 261.33
Waste more commonly found in manufacturing and industrial processes is are F-list.
F-listed waste can be divided into seven groups:
Waste that falls into one of the 13 k-listed categories must match on of the detailed k list waste descriptions 40 CFR section 261.32. There are 13 industries that generate K listed waste.
Ignitable wastes that can start fires under certain conditions are spontaneously, combustible, or have a flashpoint of less th.an 140 degrees F.
Acids or bases (pH less than or equal to 2 or greater than or equal to 12.5) that are capable of corroding metal containers, such as storage tanks, drums, and barrels.
Reactive wastes are unstable under “normal” conditions and can cause explosions, toxic fumes, gases or vapors when heated, compressed or mixed with water.
A waste that is toxic and harmful or fatal when ingested or absorbed. When toxic wastes are disposed of incorrectly, there may be harmful materials released into the environment through a process called leaching.
Our waste specialist can help you determine what you need for your facility. Our specialist are experts on EPA, OSHA DOT, RCRA and DEA regulations that dictate how you manage and document your waste disposal.
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