Publication Summary

Title

Background Information for Beyond Waste Summary Document: Reducing Small-Volume Hazardous Materials and Waste

Document StatusDraft version for public comment How to comment on this draft.
Month-Year PublishedMay 2004
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Short Description

This paper discusses the moderate risk waste system in Washington State, and how it can be improved to meet Beyond Waste goals.

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Publication Number04-04-008d
Author(s)Smith, C. et al
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Number of pages 31
Keywords BW archive, hazardous waste, solid waste
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Abstract Long Description

This background information paper for the Beyond Waste Summary Document discusses current small-volume hazardous materials and waste collection and management practices, and proposes a preferred future and plan of action for reducing human and environmental exposure to hazardous materials and wastes. Chronic exposure to chemicals in our homes and businesses is a significant health risk as well as very costly to businesses and society due to increased costs associated with health care, environmental degradation, insurance and liability. Recommendations in this paper are intended to accelerate progress toward eliminating the risks associated with products containing hazardous substances.


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