Mismanaging Hazardous Waste Will Cost You
August 5th, 2019 Category: Hazardous WasteHazardous waste is highly regulated for a reason. When it is not disposed of or transported properly, you will inevitably cause problems for the environment and the living things that reside there. Hazardous waste is dangerous and here’s a look at what can happen when you don’t manage it properly. You Put the Environment at […]
Read More3 Things You Must Know About Radioactive Waste
July 2nd, 2019 Category: Hazardous WasteFalling under the general category of hazardous waste, radioactive waste can be very dangerous if not disposed of or handled properly. Let’s learn a bit more about this type of waste material to get a better idea of just how important it is to have safe disposal techniques in place. #1: What is Radioactive Waste? […]
Read MoreGasoline Disposal and You
June 5th, 2019 Category: Hazardous WasteYou’ve finally gotten around to some spring cleaning, and you’re digging through your garage. You finally get to the back and you find an old gas can. Thinking it’s empty, you go to lift it, only to find that it’s heavy and filled with gasoline. What do you do now? Over time gas can lose […]
Read MoreRadioactive Waste Safety
May 2nd, 2019 Category: Hazardous WasteNuclear power generally creates a small amount of waste compared to other thermal electricity generation technologies, but that doesn’t mean it’s any less hazardous. The waste in nuclear power is radioactive, which means it needs to be handled and disposed of carefully and correctly by a company who specializes in radioactive waste disposal locally. But […]
Read MoreThe Dangers of Mismanaged Silver
April 4th, 2019 Category: Hazardous WasteWhen you think “silver,” you might think about your mother’s jewelry before you think about all the medical tools that contain silver. The EPA lists this heavy metal as hazardous waste because of its toxicity. There are many different electronics and other equipment industries use that contain silver, and the disposal of such equipment needs […]
Read MoreDangerous Dental Waste and You
March 4th, 2019 Category: Hazardous WasteIn dentistry, there’s a lot of waste that needs to be dealt with. Things like biohazards, amalgam waste, and other hazardous wastes need to be disposed of properly. Today we’re going to look at what waste accumulates in a dentist’s office and how to handle it. The Environment Protection Act of 1990 To fully understand […]
Read MoreRecord Destruction for a Medical Facility
February 1st, 2019 Category: Confidential Records DestructionDoes your medical facility have a room full of protected health information that you need disposed of? You should get rid of the information properly. According to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) of 1996, medical records must be disposed of in a certain way to ensure that no one gets a hold […]
Read MoreBrownfields Vs. Superfunds
January 4th, 2019 Category: Hazardous WasteWhen a site is contaminated with hazardous substances, it must be addressed for the health and safety of the environment and the people who live in it. There are two classifications for contaminated sites from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are “Superfund” and “Brownfield”. Today we will be taking a look at both types of […]
Read MoreHazardous Waste Remediation and You
December 3rd, 2018 Category: Hazardous WasteWhen hazardous waste seeps into your environment, serious issues can arise. Not only will the government crack down on your facility, there may also be health effects and other concerns. When sites are contaminated, they must be cleansed through a process known as remediation. Today we’re going to walk you through some of the finer […]
Read MoreWhat to Do During an Emergency Spill
November 1st, 2018 Category: Hazardous WasteIf you work with hazardous materials, you need to have a plan in place when circumstances take a dangerous turn. When a hazardous material spills, your employees need to know what to do and how to proceed with a response to minimize the amount of damage to life and property. Let’s take a look at […]
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