Why is it Important to Dispose of Waste Properly?

2018/02/05

Why is it Important to Dispose of Waste Properly?

Hazardous waste is any kind of waste that presents a health concern to humans when it is created. It can come in many forms, and, it can be created from all kinds of human activities, like industrial projects and factory work. It can also be created in the offices of doctors and dentists. The EPA has made a clear, concise plan that can be followed in order to minimize hazardous waste while properly disposing of it, ensuring that humans are safe from the danger it presents. Why is it Important to Dispose of Waste Properly?

How to Identify Hazardous Waste

First, let’s go over what constitutes "hazardous waste." The waste must be a solid in order to be classified as hazardous waste. If it is not on this list of solid wastes, it isn’t subject to RCRA Subtitle C regulations. You can also discover whether or not a certain waste has been delisted from the EPA’s list of hazardous waste materials. It is always important to check this list, as it changes regularly. It’s likely that you are already fully aware of what is hazardous waste in your industry, though--it’s time to discuss why it is so important to dispose of it correctly.

Protect Yourself and Others

Many hazardous wastes create an immediate health hazard to anyone who may come into contact with them. This can be a chemical byproduct or a contaminated solid, or anything in between. For this reason, proper and swift disposal is a must. Hazardous wastes can cause harm to the environment, as well. Chemicals like mercury and silver, which are common wastes due to the use of equipment in doctor’s offices, can create serious health issues among animals. Studies have shown that improper disposal of hazardous waste can even affect humans via drinking water and food consumption. If a hazardous waste is not properly disposed, it can easily enter the environment at an undesirable rate.

Look for Hazardous Waste Collection Services

To make things easier on yourself, you can sign up for a hazardous waste disposal service. This way, you won’t have to worry about disposing of the waste yourself. Waste disposal services are trained and equipped to handle any hazardous waste, so you won’t have to stress that dangerous materials are harming others and the environment. Make sure the waste disposal service you hire is well-respected and experienced. When you sign up for removal services, you’ll never have to worry about disposing hazardous waste by yourself ever again. Are you ready to start working with a 100% OSHA compliant waste disposal service? BWS serves a wide variety of industries, from dental health to veterinarians. We understand how stressful it can be to try disposing of hazardous waste yourself. That’s why we’d like to help you in that process, making it easier for you and your employees. Contact us today, and let us know how we can help you in your journey to a safer, healthier workplace!

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