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Recommendation MRW9 — Support full implementation of local hazardous waste plans
Recommendation MRW 9 — Support full implementation of local
hazardous waste plans.
Encourage all local jurisdictions to have current hazardous
waste management plans and to implement fully the six required
elements of local hazardous waste plans through the following
actions:
- Prepare a status report detailing statewide
implementation.
- Develop ways to use the existing MRW collection
infrastructure to support prevention, product stewardship,
and additional closed-loop recycling efforts.
- Utilize the revised local hazardous waste planning
guidelines that more completely reflect the Beyond Waste
goals and vision for the future.
- Provide assistance to local jurisdictions for plan
updates and implementation.
- Provide for regular review of local hazardous waste
programs.
Milestone
MRW K: Local hazardous waste plans are up to date and being
fully implemented in accordance with Chapter 70.105 RCW and the
new local hazardous waste planning guidelines. Full
implementation includes all six required program elements:
- Public education
- Business technical assistance
- Household hazardous waste collection
- Conditionally exempt small quantity generator (CESQG)
collection assistance
- Enforcement
- Used oil collection and education
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