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Tutorials and Trainings for Dangerous Waste Generators

The Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program does not have any workshops scheduled at this time.  However, several online resources are available. 

The Tutorial on Dangerous Waste Management are PowerPoint and PDF slides to guide generators through the basic steps to proper waste management. 

Step-by-Step Guides for Generators

Open these publications one by one to learn how to manage dangerous waste:

Step 1 of 10 - Identify Your Waste and Generator Requirements

Step 2 of 10 - Obtain a RCRA Site Identification Number

Step 3 of 10 - Report Annually

Step 4 of 10 - Perform Preventive Maintenance

Step 5 of 10 - Properly Accumulate Hazardous Waste

Step 6 of 10 - Plan for Emergencies

Step 7 of 10 - Use Proper Containers and Manage Them Correctly

Step 8 of 10 - Arrange for Proper Transportation and Disposal

Step 9 of 10 - Manifest Shipments of Hazardous Waste

Step 10 of 10 - Keep Records of Hazardous Waste Activity

Step-by-Step Fact Sheets: Glossary

Hazardous Waste Generator Checklist

 

Related information

Manage Waste General Requirements address the most important waste management topics.

Dangerous waste regulations for the State of Washington are at WAC 173-303.

Guide for Dangerous Waste Generators in Washington is a handy Ecology Publication about which rules apply to which type of generator.